Zara, a lone and imposing fox, dominates the forest with her intimidating presence and mystical powers. Growing up amid danger, she learned to protect herself from hunters and became a formidable sorceress. In her rage, she cursed the northern mountain, stoking the fear of the rest of the species. Lowell, an ambitious wolf who yearns to become a renowned warrior, sets out in search of his conquests, determined to capture the legendary fox, Zara. However, he was not prepared for the whirlwind of emotions he would experience when he met the fox up close. Against all expectations, Lowell finds himself deeply in love with Zara. As they grow closer, he discovers an unexpected side to the fox: an innocent, loving, and, surprisingly, sexy being. The duality between her strength and vulnerability leaves Lowell spellbound, challenging everything he believed he knew about her. As Lowell gives himself over to love, he wonders if Zara will match his feelings. Is she able to find room in his lonely heart and accept the love Lowell has to offer? Amidst a struggle against adversity and the tethers of their destinies, the two are confronted with the transformative power of love and acceptance. "The Wolf's Strange Companion" is a story of love and redemption, where a wild fox and a wolf in search of recognition must face their emotional barriers to find happiness together.
The northern mountain, also known as Raven Mountain, was cursed years ago. At least, that's what everyone in Baileyi Village believed.
Climbing the mountain was impossible. No man could get close without getting hurt, and the rumor was that the cause of this was a fox. A fox so powerful, capable of cursing an entire mountain... Lowell, as a strong, dominant wolf, deeply feared a wizard being that was able to do something so serious and scare off anyone who tried to approach his territory.
He looked to the north, seeing the great green peak next to other immense mountains. There was absolutely nothing in the landscape that was frightening. He hadn't heard of any deaths either, but he saw firsthand, two months ago, three warriors returning traumatized from there. They were not injured; however, they were so frightened that they became ill until the healer's treatment helped them.
Lowell wanted one day to have the opportunity to face the demonic fox that protected those lands and find out what was so important there to prevent anyone from getting close.
He finished wrapping the ropes and handed them to Daire, his best friend, who was on top of the wagon, tying the sacks of wheat that would be leaving soon to be marketed in the nearest village.
"Do you believe that the mountain is cursed?" He asked his friend. Daire stopped what he was doing to look toward the north.
"Before, I thought it was just a myth. But after what happened to those men, I don't ever want to go anywhere near that place. As long as the fox doesn't attack us, we'll be fine."
"She won't do that." Lowell said. At least he didn't think so; if after years, it never happened, why would it happen now? Besides, if a whole mountain was enough to curse, why would it need her village too?
"You never know; suddenly that wizard fox might discover our riches and try to steal from us."
Lowell shook his head in disbelief. Many thieves have tried to peek into their lands before, but they never managed to take anything. The treasures of their ancestors were very well guarded and protected by divine power.
"I don't think so. Whoever the wizard is, he could never defeat our god."
Daire agreed.
"Are you finished?" An older man asked, climbing into the wagon. They nodded, so his friend climbed down to meet him.
"See you guys tonight." He nodded, indicating the horses should follow, carrying the goods.
"I'm tired." Lowell yawned and stretched his arms up as they both walked through the village. "Would you like to have dinner at my brother's house tonight?" Daire shook his head.
"Sorry, I have a date." A silly smile appeared on his face. "Kayle, the most beautiful lupine in the village, finally accepted my invitation."
"Another one for your list?" Lowell twitched his frown. "There have been how many this month? Four, five?"
"Three, Lowell, just three." He held up three fingers. "But none of them were good enough; Kayle will be the best, I'm sure." He rolled his eyes.
"You always say the same thing."
"I have to enjoy my youth." Daire laughed. "And you should be doing the same. I've never seen you with any lupine or dominant, and invitations are in short supply."
Lowell twitched his nose this time.
If there was one thing he didn't agree with Daire on, it was his talk of "enjoying youth" and getting into bed with any woman. Lowell wasn't like that; in fact, he thought he was the weirdest dominant of them all. A few lupines ventured to confess their feelings to him; he even felt the stares sometimes, but he never cared. He had his tiny quota of kisses early in his teens, but since he didn't like anyone, he stopped that, and Lowell had dreams. Lots of them.
The ones where he was a total romantic, finding his interlocutor, marrying her, and having lots of kids.
Someone like Olivia.
His eyes sparkled, and his reveries were broken when he stumbled, and Daire laughed hysterically at him.
"What was that? Distracted again?"
"Shut up." Lowell grimaced but soon smiled. He couldn't help himself.
He was sure that the gods had separated the ideal lupine to be his interconnected one, just as his brother, the Alpha Ishmael, had found him: Olivia, the most amazing lupine in Baileyi.
Lowell said prayers every night in silence, asking that it wouldn't take too long to find the one he wanted. His hopes were getting higher and higher, and he had even built his own house, made especially for when they started a family. Even Daire was envious of him.
"Daire, you know I'm not like you." Lowell replied with a quiet tone. "I have my plans and goals in life. I am not interested in getting involved with just anyone for simple fun."
Daire laughed and patted Lowell on the back.
"Ah, my friend, you are missing out on the best parts of life! But I respect your choice. Everyone has their path to follow."
As they walked through the streets of Baileyi, Lowell spotted one of the village elders, who was sitting in front of the herb store. His name was Yan, a healer who had always intrigued Lowell.
"Daire, I'm going to the herb store to talk to Yan" Lowell said, looking away in the man's direction.
Daire raised an eyebrow.
"Really? I don't even want to imagine what you're up to, but good luck!"
Lowell smiled enigmatically and approached the healer.
"Good afternoon, Mister Yan. May I sit here with you?"
Yan looked surprised at Lowell but nodded softly. "Of course, Lowell. What brings you here today, boy?"
"I was wondering. Do you know any stories about the northern mountain? "What about the mysterious fox they say is there?" asked Lowell, curious to know if the healer had any knowledge beyond the village rumors.
Yan frowned slightly. "Raven Mountain is indeed a peculiar place. It is said to be cursed, but I believe there is more to it than meets the eye. Many people have tried to unlock its secrets, and all have failed."
"Do you believe these stories? In the wizard fox?" Lowell inquired, looking directly at the elder.
"I believe there is something powerful about that mountain, something beyond human comprehension." Answered Yan with a thoughtful expression. "But I don't think it's just a fox. There are deeper mysteries involving the mountain and its guardian."
Lowell felt a chill run down his spine as he heard Yan's words.
After this, Lowell says goodbye and walks to his brother's house, but all along the way, the strange conversation he had with the healer haunts him.
After a few minutes, Lowell arrives at the alpha's house and enters; immediately, his nephew Mayar runs to hug him. The boy was no more than four years old and was an exact copy of Ishmael. He had dark skin and coal-colored hair, straight down to his shoulders, and was the cutest thing Lowell had ever seen.
She lifted him onto her lap, stroking the child's hair. The child laughed openly at her caresses.
"How was work, Lowell?" Olivia's voice took him by surprise.
Lowell swallowed a little hard and smiled broadly when he saw his sister-in-law; she was carrying a huge eight-month belly and expecting her second child. And even though she looked tired, sitting in the living room armchair with a thick blanket over her legs, she still had that beautiful, gentle smile.
Lowell's heart soared.
"It was good. Tiring as always, but Daire was there, which always makes it fun." He placed the child on his feet and crouched down in front of Olivia. "And how are you? Has the baby moved much today?" he replied with a grimace.
"I'm so bloated..." She muttered. "But well, the healer came to see me and medicated me. I just feel sleepy all day; ask Mayar; I've dozed off several times this afternoon, and he had to wake me up to make his snack."
"That's right!" Mayar replied.
"The baby is quiet today." Olivia continued. "Do you want to feel him?"
She probably knew that Lowell wanted to. They were childhood friends, and since Lowell had always protected and cared for her, even if she didn't need to, Olivia had always been very independent.
He touched gently over the lupine's belly covered by her linen shirt. For an instant, he felt a small ripple that thrilled him. He smiled at Olivia, who smiled back, her brown eyes beautiful and bright. Lowell cleared his throat and turned away, standing up. At the same instant, the front door opened, and Ishmael walked in.
Judging by his scowl, he didn't look very happy. This expression soon changed when Mayar ran to hug him, just as Lowell had done, and Ishmael took his son in his lap and showered him with kisses, provoking a lot of laughter. He smiled at the scene.
"Oh!? Lowell, I'm glad you're here already. I need to talk to you after dinner." He acquiesced.
"Okay."
He watched his brother, even though he was still carrying the child, lean over Olivia and kiss her, whispering something loving to her. Seeing scenes like that always made Lowell feel strange, so he looked away.
"Mayar, take care of your mother while Lowell and I make dinner." Ishmael placed the child on his feet.
"Sure, Daddy!" Mayar hugged Olivia, who giggled at her son's affection.
"Please, no cooking duck; I don't even want to remember what it smells like." Olivia made a queasy face. "And neither does..."
"No poultry got it." Ishmael said it humorously. "It'll be a different dinner, I promise."
"Is she queasy from eating birds?" Lowell asked his brother when they reached the kitchen.
"Yeah, she got sick last time, so she doesn't even want to smell it." Ishmael explained as he sorted through the fresh vegetables. "You know, at this stage of pregnancy, she gets more and more demanding, and I need to do everything to fulfill her wants. I don't want my child to have problems at birth because I neglected something."
"I'm sure you're being a great father; there's nothing to worry about." Lowell began chopping the vegetables while Ishmael lit the wood stove.
"You think so?" He looked surprised at Lowell, who couldn't hold back his smile. It was funny to see him care so much about his family.
"But of course." Lowell picked up a clay pot, filling it with water. "Olivia is lucky to have you." He turned to see a smile on his brother's face, which certainly surprised him.
It's not as if he, the Alpha, didn't smile much. Ishmael was a decent, dignified, and very strong man. He was not the leader for nothing, even if he was the oldest, he deserved his position in the pack.
"You seem to be happier, Ishmael. How are you handling the responsibility of being the alpha?" asked Lowell, curious.
Ishmael sighed and looked at the pot on the fire, stirring the ingredients carefully. "At first, it was a challenge. The pressure of leading the pack and ensuring everyone's safety is enormous. But now, with Olivia and Mayar, I feel I have an even greater purpose."
Lowell nodded, understanding what his brother was saying. "Family brings a special meaning to our lives. It's amazing to see how you have become a devoted father and an admirable leader."
Ishmael smiled, the gratitude reflecting in his eyes. "Thank you, Lowell. It means a lot to hear that from you. You have also been an important support to us, always present and caring for everyone."
As the delicious aromas of food wafted through the kitchen, the brothers continued to share stories and reminisce about special moments in their lives.
Lyall, a wolf shape-shifter monk with a generous heart, embarks on a tireless journey to offer help where it is needed. When the god Ozouf leads him to the infamous city of Endymion, Lyall expects to find a place razed to the ground by a tyrannical government. However, he encounters a surprising turn of events - the city is now ruled by a new Alpha, a woman determined to bring about positive change. Despite being a monk who never believed he would find his "match" - someone destined to complete his heart - Lyall discovers that Tsuki, the Alpha of Endymion, is the special gift Ozouf has in store for him. Tsuki is a captivating but enigmatic figure, carrying deep secrets. As Lyall delves deeper into the city and gets closer to Tsuki, he realizes that his mission in Endymion is considerably more complex than he had imagined. His main task now is to learn to live with this fascinating new Alpha and companion. "Alpha's Secrets" is a story of transformation, love, and discovery, where Lyall and Tsuki will face unimaginable challenges as they seek to shape the destiny of Endymion and, perhaps, even the fate of their own n intertwined souls.
On the day of her long-awaited 18th birthday, Elodie Lunt is faced with a startling revelation: she is destined to be the mate of the powerful and feared Alpha of the Night Eclipse gang, Felix. But the excitement of the encounter turns to despair when Felix, discovering Elodie's position as a lowly servant, rejects her and threatens to brand her a renegade if she reveals her bond. Though heartbroken and condemned to loneliness, Elodie holds out hope that the Moon Goddess has a greater purpose in bringing them together. Determined to understand the reason for her connection with the pack leader, she decides to remain in the pack and face the challenges that lie ahead. As Elodie deals with Felix's rejection and tries to unravel the mystery behind their bond, dark secrets about the pack's history begin to emerge. She finds herself caught up in a dangerous plot where intrigue and rivalry threaten the harmony between the pack members. On her journey to discover her true destiny, Elodie will face difficult choices, find unlikely allies, and confront dangers she never imagined. In this thrilling saga, she will have to prove to herself and others that her strength and courage go beyond what her background might suggest. And at the center of it, all will be the search for the truth about the call of the Moon Goddess and the fate that awaits the partner of a powerful Alpha.
Desperate to handle her grandmother's towering medical bills, Gianna agreed to a contract marriage with Tristan, the enigmatic man she'd once shared a one-night stand with. She assumed they'd fulfill each other's needs and dissolve the arrangement once the terms expired. Unbeknownst to Gianna, this marriage was a dream Tristan had clung to for ten relentless years. Certain she was just filling someone else's role, Gianna prepared to leave when that other woman returned. But Tristan, his eyes burning with unspoken emotion, seized her trembling hand and declared, "You’re mine. Now and always."
After being kicked out of her home, Harlee learned she wasn't the biological daughter of her family. Rumors had it that her impoverished biological family favored sons and planned to profit from her return. Unexpectedly, her real father was a zillionaire, catapulting her into immense wealth and making her the most cherished member of the family. While they anticipated her disgrace, Harlee secretly held design patents worth billions. Celebrated for her brilliance, she was invited to mentor in a national astronomy group, drew interest from wealthy suitors, and caught the eye of a mysterious figure, ascending to legendary status.
"Is it considered betrayal to develop feelings for your best friend's boyfriend? What about when fate intervenes, and he turns out to be your destined mate? You might think it's luck and thank the moon goddess for such a twist of fate. That's what I believed until the love of my life uttered those dreaded words: 'I want a divorce!' As I stared at the pregnancy test in my hands, I realized it was better to keep my secret to myself. My name is Violet, and this is my story."
The day Raina gave birth should have been the happiest of her life. Instead, it became her worst nightmare. Moments after delivering their twins, Alexander shattered her heart-divorcing her and forcing her to sign away custody of their son, Liam. With nothing but betrayal and heartbreak to her name, Raina disappeared, raising their daughter, Ava, on her own.Years later, fate comes knocking when Liam falls gravely ill. Desperate to save his son, Alexander is forced to seek out the one person he once cast aside. Alexander finds himself face to face with the woman he underestimated, pleading for a second chance-not just for himself, but for their son. But Raina is no longer the same broken woman who once loved him.No longer the woman he left behind. She has carved out a new life-one built on strength, wealth, and a long-buried legacy she expected to uncover.Raina has spent years learning to live without him.The question is... Will she risk reopening old wounds to save the son she never got to love? or has Alexander lost her forever?
Everyone was shocked to the bones when the news of Rupert Benton's engagement broke out. It was surprising because the lucky girl was said to be a plain Jane, who grew up in the countryside and had nothing to her name. One evening, she showed up at a banquet, stunning everyone present. "Wow, she's so beautiful!" All the men drooled, and the women got so jealous. What they didn't know was that this so-called country girl was actually an heiress to a billion-dollar empire. It wasn't long before her secrets came to light one after the other. The elites couldn't stop talking about her. "Holy smokes! So, her father is the richest man in the world?" "She's also that excellent, but mysterious designer who many people adore! Who would have guessed?" Nonetheless, people thought that Rupert didn't love her. But they were in for another surprise. Rupert released a statement, silencing all the naysayers. "I'm very much in love with my beautiful fiancee. We will be getting married soon." Two questions were on everyone's minds: "Why did she hide her identity? And why was Rupert in love with her all of a sudden?"
Linsey was stood up by her groom to run off with another woman. Furious, she grabbed a random stranger and declared, "Let's get married!" She had acted on impulse, realizing too late that her new husband was the notorious rascal, Collin. The public laughed at her, and even her runaway ex offered to reconcile. But Linsey scoffed at him. "My husband and I are very much in love!" Everyone thought she was delusional. Then Collin was revealed to be the richest man in the world. In front of everyone, he got down on one knee and held up a stunning diamond ring. "I look forward to our forever, honey."