Here I sat on a small bench, shivering in the freezing cold, feeling like I'd been waiting for the train forever. All I wanted was to leave this awful town behind. The train's horn sounded one final time, before we slowly began to pull away from the platform. I exited the train, and was met with a breathtaking scene. The landscape was stunning, with towering mountains in the distance basking in the sunlight, their snow-capped peaks gleaming against the clear sky. This was going to be home for as long as I could stay undetected as a stupid wolfless girl that would never have a mate. The cool night air felt soothing against my skin, helping to clear my senses of her intoxicating scent. My mind raced with questions as I paced back and forth on the sidewalk. I wasn't sure what my next move should be, but I knew I had to unravel the mystery of who or what she was and why she had come here. Just then, I turned and witnessed her stumbling out of the bar. The sound of her bones snapping echoed in the night. Every fiber of my being urged me to rush to her side, to offer comfort and reassurance that everything would be alright. As I rounded the corner, I was taken aback by the sight that greeted me. It was then that my wolf began to struggle to gain control over me. The last thing I remember before he fully took over... MATE!
Kat's POV
Here I sat on a small bend, shivering in the freezing cold, feeling like I'd been waiting for the train forever. All I wanted was to leave this awful town behind. It was like a prison, filled with memories that haunted me. I craved a fresh start, something to look forward to in life, maybe even finding my mate, though I knew it was a long shot. I didn't even have my wolf to keep me company; or maybe I didn't have one at all.
Leaving was a sneaky move; my parents wouldn't even notice I was gone, and even if they did, they probably wouldn't care. They were just as mean and uncaring as everyone else in this place. When a werewolf turns 16, they shift for the first time under the full moon. I was excited to meet my wolf, to finally get to know that other part of me. But when the full moon came and went, nothing happened. No wolf, just disappointment.
When werewolves turn 18, it's expected they find their mate. Every three years, under the Super Blue Moon, our pack hosts a magnificent ball, inviting all unmated males and females aged 18 and up to hopefully find their other half. It's believed that during this rare lunar event, the Moon Goddess's influence is strongest, helping us find our soulmates. It's odd, though. Despite being created by her, I've been denied a wolf, meaning no mate for me. It's a lonely feeling, contemplating a future without love. Perhaps my destiny lies in a human town. It's a daunting thought, but maybe that's where I truly belong.
Not long after my 16th birthday, pack members started spreading rumors, saying my parents snatched me from a human town nearby. But that wasn't true. They were as shocked as I was about my missing wolf. My dad, who was the Beta of our pack, faced the same ridicule as me. Things got worse; pack members started causing trouble, breaking our windows and showing up with pitchforks and torches in the middle of the night, just to cause my family trouble.
The Alpha gave my dad an ultimatum: if I didn't get my wolf by my 18th birthday, we'd be kicked out of the pack. I couldn't let that happen. My twin brother, Henry, was set to become the next Beta, and I couldn't bear to jeopardize that for him. This year was especially significant because it marked the hosting of the grand "Super Blue Moon Ball"-his opportunity to find his mate. He deserved his chance as Beta, and he deserved to find his soulmate too.
Tomorrow was the big day, my 18th birthday, and I'd been wrestling with what to do for weeks. Eventually, I settled on running away and becoming a rogue as my best shot at a fresh start. Whether my wolf showed up or not was no longer my family's problem. I didn't want them to suffer just because I was different. My best friend, Madaline, had always been there for me, even though my wolf never appeared. But her family didn't see it that way. Her dad, who was the Alpha's Gamma, didn't want her hanging around with someone like me. He thought it would make their family look bad. So, we had to keep our friendship under wraps. As much as I loved Madaline, I couldn't bring myself to tell her I was leaving tonight. I didn't want anyone coming after me. Instead, I left her a note in our secret spot, hoping she'd understand that I was doing this to keep everyone safe.
I sighed with relief as I heard the faint sound of the train whistle in the distance. Finally, it was about time it showed up. I'd bought my ticket as soon as I got to the station, closing my eyes and randomly pointing to a place on the map. It was a risky move, not knowing anything about where I was headed. But at that moment, I just didn't care. The ticket guy had said it would be a 6-hour journey, but the train was running late. It had been four hours since then, and I was getting antsy. I was worried about being spotted trying to leave. The train station was on the edge of our pack's territory, right in human territory. They didn't know about us, and if they did, they'd probably try to wipe us out.
As the train rolled into the station, the hustle and bustle of people disembarking filled the air. Patiently, I waited with my bag in hand, ready to board. My possessions were meager-a few changes of clothes, some toiletries, and an extra pair of sneakers. Alongside these essentials, I carried my hard-earned savings, about $2500 scraped together from various odd jobs I'd taken over the years, minus the cost of my train ticket.
In our pack, everyone had a role to play, but without a wolf, I found myself shut out from any respectable employment in town. Undeterred, I quietly ventured into human territory, offering my services as a babysitter, handyman, or anything else that came my way. I knew I had to find work as soon as I arrived, as my savings wouldn't last long. Even if it meant roughing it for a while, finding a job and a place to stay was my top priority.
As the conductor approached, asking if I was ready to board, I couldn't hide my excitement. Stepping onto the train, I made my way to my seat by the window, tucking my bag between my legs since there was no overhead storage. Despite the cramped quarters, I felt a sense of relief knowing my belongings were safe.
With a heavy heart, I listened to the conductor's call of "All aboard, last call!" as the train prepared to depart, knowing that perhaps a few passengers who had disembarked earlier might need to reboard. As the train's horn sounded one final time, a sense of anticipation filled the air, and we slowly began to pull away from the platform.
With a heavy heart, I pressed my face against the window, soaking in the sight of the familiar scenery rushing past. The trees of the forest blurred into a mosaic of green, each one a memory etched into my heart. Despite the sadness that enveloped me, I couldn't tear my eyes away from the landscape of Moon Rise, my hometown, now dwindling in the distance.
It felt like bidding farewell not just to a place, but to a tapestry of memories and moments, each one cherished and irreplaceable.
On her wedding night, Natalie's stepmother set her up to marry Jarvis, a disfigured and disabled man. Fortunately, she managed to escape, but little did she know that later she would fall for the man she was betrothed to.Jarvis pretended to be a poor man, but he didn't think that he'd fall head over heels for this woman.Their life went on until one day, Natalie found out her boyfriend's little secret."Huh? How could you have billions of dollars' worth of assets?" she asked in disbelief.Jarvis didn’t know how to respond.Being met with silence, she gritted her teeth angrily. "They said that you couldn't walk, but as far as I can see, you're strong enough to run a marathon."Still, he remained silent.Natalie continued, "They even said that you only have a few years to live. What about now?"Finally, Jarvis opened his mouth to explain. "Honey, this is all just a misunderstanding. Please calm down. Think about the baby.""Jarvis Braxton!"The man knelt down immediately.
Traversing back to the ancient Prime Martial World from modern age, Austin finds himself in a younger body as he wakes up. Yet, the young man he possesses was a miserable dimwit, what a bummer! But it doesn’t matter as his mind is sound and clear. Possessing this younger and stronger body, he will fight his way to become the God of martial arts, and rule the whole Martial World!
Vanessa was about to get engaged when she discovered that her groom-to-be was cheating on her with her own sister. Instead of creating a scene, she went to the club and hired the most desirable gigolo she found. After a wild night of passion, she gave him a generous check. "Thanks. I may require your services in the future." The gigolo was mad at her for being heartless, but Vanessa dismissed his words as an attempt to get her attention. It was only later, when she had to seek out the renowned Mr. Fuller to help with her business, that she realized the man she had slept with was no gigolo at all.
He has all the traits that you wished for your dream man to have. Power, money, perfection, handsomeness and a body like a Greek God. But he's inlove. He's inlove with her. For him, she was the completion of his dream, a perfect wife and a mother to be with his children. He would give her everything including his own life. He would sacrifice his world for her. But she left him. She betrayed him. She broke his heart into pieces. And he turned into a cold, heartless, rude and an arrogant billionaire, who would do everything to show her that she's no longer important into his life. Even though the truth is the opposite of what he is doing. His heart still aching for her. And that's when he met me. I applied as his Personal Assistant to fulfill my bucket list of dreams. To explore my life and experience everything. He offered me a deal. He asked me to marry him just to show his ex that he already moved on. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * "She's pregnant." He blurted out and i almost stumbled on where i am standing. I just gripped the backrest of the couch to support my weight. The pain creeping in my heart is unbearable but i managed to stay calm. "Wow! Congratulations!" I said faking my excitement as i remembered him saying... -cheating would not be the reason to break our marriage- of course i couldn't accuse him of this as 'cheating' because she was the real reason why we are pretending as a couple. He still love her. He's still inlove with her. And that's when i made the biggest decision in my life. Taking all my strength and a piece of my heart that still hanging on a thin rope... I left him. Taking also my biggest secret in me... that i've already fallen inlove with him. And somehow i learned a lesson; 'Loving someone who doesn't love you back isn't as hard as loving someone who still inlove with his ex and who only uses you to get her back again into his life..'
"Never let anyone treat you like shit!" I learned that the hard way. For three years, I lived with my in-laws. They didn't treat me as their son-in-law but as a slave. I put up with everything because of my wife, Yolanda Lambert. She was the light of my life. Unfortunately, my whole world came crashing down the day I caught my wife cheating on me. I have never been so heartbroken. To have my revenge, I revealed my true identity. I was none other than Liam Hoffman—the heir of a family with trillions of dollars in assets! The Lamberts were utterly shocked after the big reveal. They realized what fools they had been for treating me like trash. My wife even knelt down and begged for my forgiveness. What do you think I did? Did I take her back or made her suffer? Find out!
Life was a bed of roses for Debra, the daughter of Alpha. That was until she had a one-night stand with Caleb. She was sure he was her mate as determined by Moon Goddess. But this hateful man refused to accept her. Weeks passed before Debra discovered that she was pregnant. Her pregnancy brought shame to her and everyone she loved. Not only was she driven out, but her father was also hunted down by usurpers. Fortunately, she survived with the help of the mysterious Thorn Edge Pack. Five years passed and Debra didn't hear anything from Caleb. One day, their paths crossed again. They were both on the same mission—carrying out secret investigations in the dangerous Roz Town for the safety and posterity of their respective packs. Caleb was still cold toward her. But as time went on, he fell head over heels in love with her. He tried to make up for abandoning her, but Debra wasn't having any of it. She was hell-bent on hiding her daughter from him and also making a clean break. What did the future hold for the two as they journeyed in Roz Town? What kind of secrets would they find? Would Caleb win Debra's heart and get to know his lovely daughter? Find out!