"Hi, yes you aren't dreaming, it's the chubby Kelly," I say inwardly as I see the unhappy face expression of Jason who is disheartened. The guests laugh at us. They call our couple all sort of names. "The prince charming and the pancakes' eater Kelly" is one I can sadly remember." "I, Jason Bentley of the South pack, reject you Kelly Thompson as my mate and the Luna Queen," he declared fiercely. *** Kelly Thompson, an eighteen-year-old curvaceous and wolfless she-wolf, has been quietly admiring Jason Bentley, the heir apparent to the throne of the dominant South pack, for a number of years. Unfortunately for Kelly, she doesn't get the same attention in return from Alpha heir Jason, as the handsome daughter of his old father's Gammas, Betty Nord, is already the love of the pack's future Alpha. But, the plump Kelly has an advantage over the skinny Betty because of a strong vow made by Jason's father, the Alpha King Don Bentley, that his son will marry the daughter of his Betas who gave their lives two years ago in a fight against the North pack's fiercest adversaries in order to preserve the life of the Alpha heir. But clearly, nothing goes as smoothly as Kelly imagines.
KELLY THOMPSON'S POV
Oh moon goddess, I can't help but feel so attached to him, yet it's heartbreaking that he's never once looked my way with those dangerously attractive blue eyes. No, instead, his thoughts and affections are glued to that annoying girl, Betty Nord. Ugh, it's infuriating!
But honestly, why am I even bothering? My parents, loyal betas to Alpha King Don Bentley, made the ultimate sacrifice two years ago during the deadly battle against the North pack to save his son, Jason.
In acknowledgment of their bravery, the Alpha King boldly declared, "The daughter of the Thompsons will marry my first son, the Alpha heir Jason Bentley, on her eighteenth birthday, once she's awakened her wolf."
I have to admit, I loved every bit of that speech at my parents' funeral for one big reason: I had a secret crush on Jason, but I never had the guts to tell him.
Of course, Jason was already smitten with that girl Betty. He's like a lovesick puppy chasing after her just because she looks just like his late mother, Jane Bentley, who died giving birth to him. Ever since, the Alpha King has been alone.
Jane was this tall, slender blonde who was also a Luna Queen. Her light green eyes sparkled like emeralds, making her look like a goddess among humans.
Now, me? I don't resemble her at all. I'm eighteen, standing at 1.65 meters and weighing 85 kilograms. With my black hair, brown eyes, and pale skin marked by generous curves, I guess it's safe to say I'm a proud, chubby werewolf gal.
The big issue? I still haven't gained my wolf, and that's beyond frustrating. Even that unbearable Betty has already gotten hers and left our pack to train as a nurse in the East pack school, our ally.
So, this morning, I found my way to the pack's temple. I lit some incense sticks and prayed to the goddess for my wolf.
Not sure if she heard me, but when I got back to my room, I got the shocking news that I'm supposed to marry Jason.
I found out that the Alpha King had gone straight to his nineteen-year-old son and told him it was time to marry.
Unsurprisingly, Jason wasn't thrilled about it and even had an argument with his father. But the Alpha King, using his royal authority, got Jason to agree to the plan.
Jason even asked the ruler of the South pack to pick a date for the wedding.
"Tonight at midnight," the Alpha King declared, his voice booming.
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11 PM (ONE HOUR UNTIL THE FULL MOON)
Jason is waiting for me, looking bored, while I can hear the other young werewolf girls behind him gossiping about me, the bride they've dubbed "the luckiest ugly girl in the whole world."
Suddenly, the choir strikes up a beautiful melody to signal my arrival. I catch Jason glancing at his watch; it's 11:30 PM. A faint smile creeps onto his face, probably because he thinks this nightmare is finally coming to an end.
As I step in, I feel my face going paler; I have no clue what to expect from my groom.
"Hi, yes, you're not dreaming, it's the chubby Kelly," I think to myself as I see Jason's disappointed expression.
The guests are laughing, tossing around names for us. "The prince charming and the pancake lover, Kelly" is one that sticks with me.
I stand next to Jason, and he doesn't even look at me. I can feel his embarrassment as we both turn to the priest, Dan Tommy.
The Alpha King locks eyes with me and asks how I'm feeling.
"Great," I say, forcing a smile.
"Are you ready for what you know?" he asks.
I'm confused.
Just then, the clock strikes 11:59 PM, and a small light in the star-filled sky starts to grow. With each second, it becomes brighter until, at midnight, a full moon hangs above. I can feel my body starting to quiver. This is it-my first shift.
My fancy wedding dress rips apart as my bones shift and snap, fur sprouting all over. My face elongates and morphs into a terrifying snout, completing my transformation into a massive wolf. Guests scream in panic and start fleeing.
The Alpha King remains disturbingly calm and tries to restrain me, but I accidentally crash into a curtain, getting hopelessly tangled up. I fight against the fabric, but soon weariness takes over, and I collapse. The guests breathe a sigh of relief as I shift back into my human form.
"Hello, Kelly," another voice echoes in my mind.
There she is! I finally have my wolf, Sherry.
But my excitement fades quickly during the hurried wedding ceremony as I notice Jason's indifference. He doesn't even recall our wedding night. To drown his sorrows about this forced marriage, he drank heavily from the mini-bar and passed out. It's been an awkward silence ever since.
Before I know it, I realize I'm pregnant with his pup.
"I promise we'll take great care of him; he's ours," Sherry says enthusiastically.
Yes, our baby pup.
For the first time, a sense of hope for the future washes over me.
In the heart of the Batang empire in Africa, thirty-something Babida, a rugged lumberjack, unexpectedly finds love with the stunning eighteen-year-old Suzie during their first encounter in the Ekule forest. This marks the beginning of an epic romance between the two. Initially, the young Suzie is taken aback by the towering and brawny woodsman. Believing she's alone in the brush, it catches her off guard when Babida, the lumberjack, calls out to her. Not feeling comfortable around a stranger-especially one who might be a stalker-she quickly ends the conversation and walks away. However, things take a turn when Suzie learns about Babida's heroic past from her maternal uncle. Suddenly, her perception shifts, and admiration for him begins to blossom. She discovers that the man she initially pushed away is actually a celebrated hero, a force of nature who bravely defeated the fearsome Monster of the Forbidden Mountain more than a decade ago. This terrifying beast was a monstrous bird, towering ten meters and weighing around twenty thousand kilograms, which threatened the Batang empire and nearly brought destruction, even to the imperial palace. At the time of this danger, little Suzie was just a three-year-old child. It was Babida, full of courage and determination, who stepped up to face the beast to save their land... If you're curious to learn more, dive into the full story filled with magic, romance, and intriguing mysteries. Don't forget to leave a review or comment and share it with friends and family!
Betrayed by her mate and exiled from her pack, Lyra's only crime was surviving the night that shattered her world. Pregnant, hunted, and left for dead, she faces the frozen wilderness until a violent storm leads her to Jarek-a lone wolf with eyes like smoldering amber and a past as dangerous as the sanctuary he offers. In the shadows of the reclusive Nightclaw Pack, Lyra finds uneasy refuge. But trust is a luxury she can't afford, not when rogue wolves stalk the borders and her unborn child's mysterious power threatens to ignite a war. Torn between the ghost of her first love and the pull of a man who awakens forbidden desires, Lyra must decide: guard her shattered heart, or risk it all for a second chance at a bond that could save-or destroy-them both. In a world where loyalty is written in blood and secrets bite deeper than fangs, can a rejected mate outrun her fate? Or will the truth of that cursed night bury her alive?
In a humble village, young Jane Woods' life is shattered at the tender age of six when a tragic accident claims the lives of her farmer parents. Their tomato-laden trailer careens off the road, bursting into flames upon impact and leaving no survivors. Orphaned and inconsolable, Jane is forced to live with her cruel aunt Betty and uncle Pat, who resent caring for a child not of their blood. Over the next decade, Jane endures a life of drudgery and maltreatment. She is subjected to endless chores, long hours toiling in the tomato fields, meager food rations, and harsh punishments from her heartless guardians. Her tiny frame remains frail and sickly, a mere shadow of the vibrant girl she once was. When Jane turns sixteen, the village is set astir by a mysterious visitor - an aide to the king, searching in secret for a bride for the kingdom's heir, eighteen-year-old Prince Dubois. The once handsome and lively prince fell into a vegetative state two years ago after a devastating riding accident. A witch foretells that only the kiss of true love from his wife can revive him. Seizing the opportunity for wealth, Jane's repugnant uncle Pat agrees to sell her to the king's aide, deaf to her desperate pleas. Torn from the only life she's known, Jane finds herself whisked away to the breathtaking royal palace to become Prince Dubois' wife. Initially recoiling at the prospect of marrying an unresponsive vegetable, Jane's resistance melts when she meets the kindly king, who begs her to save the kingdom by loving his son. For three years, she dutifully tends to the comatose prince, though her heart remains closed off. As the king grows impatient and considers replacing Jane with the cunning Thalia, she resolves to genuinely fall for Dubois...
"Diana!" The sharp voice of the Luna broke through my thoughts. "Get in here and clean this mess up!" "You call this clean? What kind of worthless creature are you?" "I'm trying my best, Luna," I whispered, avoiding her piercing gaze. I could feel the heat of her anger radiating from her like a storm waiting to unleash its fury. "Your best isn't good enough!" she spat, stepping closer... I swallowed hard, my heart racing. "Please, I-" "Enough!" she shouted, cutting me off. "You think you deserve pity? You're lucky to even be here. Remember that, or I'll make you regret it." "Leave her alone, Luna." I glanced back, my breath catching in my throat as I met the gaze of Alpha Kael. His dark hair framed his chiseled face, and those deep blue eyes held a mixture of authority and something softer that made my heart flutter. "She's a servant," the Luna hissed. "She deserves to be treated as such." ----- Eighteen-year-old Diana Foley became a rogue after the beta of her pack killed her parents, the Silver Moon Pack's Alpha and Luna. Following her escape, Diana is taken in by another pack, the Dark Shadow Pack, where she is relegated to a mere servant and mistreated by the Luna. She later discovered that her fated mate is the Alpha of her new pack but he rejects her... How does Diana face her rejection? Read this enthralling fantasy romance story and let yourself be transported into a world full of surprises!
In the heart of the mysterious Katanga forest, a society of werewolves thrived under the ruthless rule of Alpha Paul Okunde. On Pamela Koppa's eighteenth birthday, the overweight Omega faced the cruelest rejection from the imposing Alpha she secretly admired. Deeming her weak and useless, Paul expelled Pamela from the lavish palace, sending her back to the modest cabin of her scolding father. Quietly enduring the sting of rejection, an unexpected chance at love arose for Pamela through the affections of the Beta twin brothers, Tom and Samba Akong. The intelligent but ferocious twins deeply cared for the curvaceous Pamela, fighting viciously for her love and straining their once-unbreakable bond. Their younger sister Lola, a stunning she-wolf destined to become the Alpha's Luna, accused the "lazy fat Omega servant" of bewitching her brothers with her generous assets. When Lola manipulated Paul into banishing Pamela from pack lands, the heartbroken Omega became a lone rogue werewolf. Only her inner wolf Shily guided Pamela as she spent two harsh years surviving violent attacks from rival packs in the unforgiving wilderness. Over time, she shed weight and honed her fighting skills, transforming into a formidable she-wolf. Meanwhile, Alpha Paul's inability to conceive an heir with the barren Lola drove him to seek a new, beautiful mate from a foreign pack. During his journey, he encountered an alluring lone wolf bathing nude in a forest stream. Instantly smitten by her beauty, the Alpha courted her gently and romantically, a striking change from his usual brutish ways. Unrecognizable after her dramatic transformation, Pamela accepted Paul's proposal under the false name "Jelly," intending to secretly enact her revenge. Upon returning to the Leopards' palace, the pack marveled at their Alpha's new princess, except the scorned Lola. When Jelly gave birth to Paul's son Lim, he finally banished Lola, cementing Jelly as the new Luna. However, a vengeful Lola revealed Jelly's true identity as Pamela to Tom and Samba. Disbelieving his Betas' claims, Paul rashly ordered his general Amon to kill the brothers when they tried to expose Pamela's deceit. Though Tom and Samba escaped, they rallied outcasts to help reclaim the throne. Warned by Pamela, Paul and his loyal warriors, led by Amon, decimated the twins' forces in an epic, magical battle of shifting werewolf forms and bloodshed. After the victorious clash, Pamela finally confessed her identity to a horrified Paul. Ashamed at his past cruelty, the Alpha begged forgiveness, blaming his anger and vowing to be a better mate. Pamela pardoned him, and they wed in a lavish forest ceremony celebrating the pack's new Luna with revelry and ancient rituals. Under the united leadership of Paul and Pamela, the Leopards Pack ushered in an era of peace and acceptance, allowing all werewolves to take pride in their true forms. The once-reviled Omega had achieved her destiny through courage, cunning and the incredible power of transformation.
In the bustling city of Palmer, a striking beauty named Jane Hart lived a life of modest means with her father Mark, a retired construction worker. Despite her impoverished background, Jane's goddess-like physique - slim, svelte, with black tresses, brown eyes, and baby's skin - belied her station as a mere waitress struggling to make ends meet. One fateful day, while working as a cleaner at an art gallery, Jane's path crossed with that of Brandon Harrington, the heir to a prominent crude oil empire. Brandon was instantly captivated by Jane's ethereal beauty, and struck up a conversation about art that revealed her unexpected depth of knowledge. Recognizing her potential, he offered her a job as his secretary. Jane eagerly accepted, and on her first day, her beauty mesmerized the entire office, including Brandon himself. As they grew closer, an undeniable attraction blossomed between them, much to the chagrin of Brandon's long-time colleague Isabella Normand, who became consumed with jealousy. When news of their budding romance reached Brandon's aristocratic parents, Edward and Evelyn Harrington, they were appalled at the prospect of their son consorting with a woman of such low birth. Determined to put an end to the affair, they hired a private investigator who uncovered Jane's sordid past as a former prostitute, a desperate means of survival she had long since left behind. Devastated by the revelation, Brandon found himself torn between his love for Jane and the demands of his formidable parents, who insisted he break off the engagement and marry the more socially acceptable Isabella Normand, whose father was a valued business associate. Reluctantly, Brandon acquiesced, shattering Jane's heart and casting her back into poverty. Undeterred, Jane invested her meager savings into launching her own fashion company, a long-held dream that blossomed into remarkable success. However, fate had more twists in store as a financial crisis struck, decimating the Harrington empire and leaving Brandon and Isabella destitute. In a cruel twist of fate, Brandon found himself seeking employment at Jane's thriving fashion house, where he was granted an interview – only to come face-to-face with his former love. Despite the pain of their past, Jane's forgiving nature prevailed, and she hired Brandon as an accountant. But their reunion was short-lived, as Jane's new, wealthy companion grew increasingly possessive and abusive, culminating in a shocking public assault witnessed by Brandon. Outraged, Brandon intervened, reigniting the spark between him and Jane as her companion stormed off, their engagement shattered once more. Seizing the opportunity, the impoverished Brandon rekindled his relationship with Jane, harboring ulterior motives to exploit her wealth and regain his former opulence. Yet Jane's friend warned her of Brandon's deceitful plans, prompting her to hire a private investigator who uncovered Brandon's embezzlement of company funds. Confronted with the truth, Jane was forced to face the harsh reality of Brandon's betrayal. He was swiftly prosecuted and imprisoned, leaving Jane heartbroken but ultimately free to find true love and happiness with her reconciled companion. Together, they married and welcomed a beautiful daughter, a testament to Jane's resilience and the triumph of her unwavering spirit over the adversities that once threatened to consume her.
“You need a bride, I need a groom. Why don’t we get married?” Both abandoned at the altar, Elyse decided to tie the knot with the disabled stranger from the venue next door. Pitying his state, she vowed to spoil him once they were married. Little did she know that he was actually a powerful tycoon. Jayden thought Elyse only married him for his money, and planned to divorce her when she was no longer of use to him. But after becoming her husband, he was faced with a new dilemma. “She keeps asking for a divorce, but I don’t want that! What should I do?”
For ten years, Daniela showered her ex-husband with unwavering devotion, only to discover she was just his biggest joke. Feeling humiliated yet determined, she finally divorced him. Three months later, Daniela returned in grand style. She was now the hidden CEO of a leading brand, a sought-after designer, and a wealthy mining mogul—her success unveiled at her triumphant comeback. Her ex-husband’s entire family rushed over, desperate to beg for forgiveness and plead for another chance. Yet Daniela, now cherished by the famed Mr. Phillips, regarded them with icy disdain. "I’m out of your league."
There was only one man in Raegan's heart, and it was Mitchel. In the second year of her marriage to him, she got pregnant. Raegan's joy knew no bounds. But before she could break the news to her husband, he served her divorce papers because he wanted to marry his first love. After an accident, Raegan lay in the pool of her own blood and called out to Mitchel for help. Unfortunately, he left with his first love in his arms. Raegan escaped death by the whiskers. Afterward, she decided to get her life back on track. Her name was everywhere years later. Mitchel became very uncomfortable. For some reason, he began to miss her. His heart ached when he saw her all smiles with another man. He crashed her wedding and fell to his knees while she was at the altar. With bloodshot eyes, he queried, "I thought you said your love for me is unbreakable? How come you are getting married to someone else? Come back to me!"
Five years ago, he upped and left his wife without informing her. He had always felt unworthy. As a result, he decided to go and become a better man. It took him five whole years of daily hard work. When he was satisfied, he returned as a powerful and honorable man. He intended to start a family with his wife. But he got back to meet the greatest shocker of his life. He actually had a daughter!
Janet was adopted when she was a kid -- a dream come true for orphans. However, her life was anything but happy. Her adoptive mother taunted and bullied her all her life. Janet got the love and affection of a parent from the old maid who raised her. Unfortunately, the old woman fell ill, and Janet had to marry a worthless man in place of her parents' biological daughter to meet the maid's medical expenses. Could this be a Cinderella's tale? But the man was far from a prince, except for his handsome appearance. Ethan was the illegitimate son of a wealthy family who lived a reckless life and barely made ends meet. He got married to fulfill his mother's last wish. However, on his wedding night, he had an inkling that his wife was different from what he had heard about her. Fate had united the two people with deep secrets. Was Ethan truly the man we thought he was? Surprisingly, he bore an uncanny resemblance to the impenetrable wealthiest man in the city. Would he find out that Janet married him in place of her sister? Would their marriage be a romantic tale or an utter disaster? Read on to unravel Janet and Ethan's journey.
My name is Katia, and I am just trying to survive until my fated mate arrives. Which may be easier said than done. Rejectection is the last straw. Whispering my acceptance of his rejection. I run through the pack house, out across the manicured lawn into the forest. "I'm sorry, my sweet girl," I say to my wolf. I'm sorry you have been stuck with me and have had to suffer everything I have. She whispers," it's not your fault, Katia. We came to a cliff with a waterfall. The hurt keeps pounding at me. I need it to stop. My sweet girl, and I just want peace, I keep running and leap off the cliff. Spreading my arms wide, with tears streaming down my face, I fall, not making a sound, waiting for sweet oblivion where we feel nothing ever again. "I love you, my sweet girl! Until we meet again, "My wolf replied just before we hit the water, "I love you too, Katia. I have never regretted a moment with you." The Snow Moon pack is having their last barbecue of the summer next to the waterfall on their land. The adults are laughing and joking while watching the pups play. The alpha, beta, and gamma are swimming with some of the older children and playing a game of Marco Polo. Someone yells, "Oh my goddess, someone just jumped over the waterfall!" Everyone is frozen as they watch what looks to be a child falling arms spread wide, no one makes a sound. The small body hits the water like a plane crashing into the side of a mountain. The alpha, beta, and gamma, spring into action, swimming towards the area the person went under. The alpha is screaming his wolf is going crazy repeating, "Find her. Find her...find her!" They dive and the beta surfaces with a small person in his arms. Alpha takes the girl from his beta, laying her on the ground. The men are shocked by what they see. She is covered in scars and injuries. Her body is twisted and broken. The Beta asks, "Who could have done this to someone so defenseless?" Alpha drops to his knees, repeating, "MATE...MATE...MATE!"