Selene never wanted a mate, especially not him. Born an outcast, she had spent her life hiding her true identity, surviving as a rogue, and staying far away from the pack politics that had once destroyed her family. But fate had other plans. She finds herself bound to the ruthless Alpha of the Shadowfang Pack, Killian Wolfe. Killian was a monster feared by all. Bound to a prophecy that doomed him to darkness, he had rejected every mate chosen by the Moon Goddess, knowing that anyone bonded to him would share his curse. But when Selene crashes into his territory, carrying secrets that could break or complete his fate, he finds himself unable to let her go. She belonged to him. Even if claiming her meant his own destruction.
Prologue:
"She's the child of prophecy, Evelyn. You can't change that" The red haired prophetess foretold, her deep blue eyes gleaming in the dark as she stared at the frail looking silver haired child in my arms.
Fear seeped through my bones as words failed me. My child a child of prophecy?
No way!
"I can't let her carry the burden of the cursed land" I yelled without thinking. "My child can't go through the same pain her father faced with our race."
The prophetess chuckled. "You don't have a choice, Evelyn. You can't change the words of the moon goddess. Selene's blood will either end the cursed cycle of the Forsaken Alpha or doom the werewolf race forever."
"Then let everyone be damned" I fired, breathing heavily. "I refused to let my child go."
"You don't have to. One way or the other, she'll be made to face her destiny on her own" The prophetess countered firmly.
The little child in my arms suddenly let out a shrill cry like she understood the words of the prophetess.
Tears streamed down my face and fell on hers. She looked so much like him; the man I fought myself so hard to let go for the sake of our child.
What would have been his decision if he was in my shoes?
He probably would have.....
Never!!!
I could feel the intense gaze of the prophetess on me, her red hair moving with the cold wind.
Instantly, I felt a droplet of water on my face. My head snapped up to see the clouds become stormy.
It was about to rain.
Sparing the prophetess one last glance, I turned swiftly and dashed out of the sacred cave with no destination in mind.
The only thoughts I had was to get my daughter to a safe place. Every cry she made sent a sharp knife down my throat, making it seem like our minds weren't in sync. It felt like a rebellion. Too bad the only thing I cared about was her safety.
I kept on running, refusing dwell on the source of my newfound strength. Unexpectedly, The rain ceased like it heeded to my daughter's cry. I spotted a fig tree, and sat underneath it for a short nap.
Unfortunately, nightmares wouldn't permit me. I didn't feel safe anymore. I rose up with much reluctance, and continued the journey.
Just when it seemed like all hope was lost, my heavy eyes zoomed in on a large gate made of metal, and covered with fogs. I slowed down, my heart drumming hard against my chest.
I summoned courage to venture into the land. The fog around faded away as I went further. The wolves walking around were busy going about their businesses. Surprisingly, no one seemed to care about me or the child in my arms.
Nevertheless, I needed clarifications. I stopped a she-wolf who was quick to snarl at me. Her short disheveled black hair and dull green eyes made her look like one of the witches. Her lean body worsened her appearance, but I'd already stopped her.
The worse that I feared was getting killed and leaving my child to be fed upon by rogues.
Yes, it was clear they were all rogues.
"What do you want?!" She queried.
I flinched, but quickly composed myself. "Where is this place?" I questioned cautiously.
A shrill laughter escaped her lips, her sharp fangs visible. She bent forward and clutched her stomach, wiping the tears of mirth away from her eyes.
A mix of confusion and fear clouded my heart. "What's wrong?" I asked, my voice barely audible.
Her laughter ceased, her eyes filled with mockery.
"Are you dumb? Who knows nothing about The Cursed Land but still lives in it?" She fired, and I froze in despair.
The Cursed Land???
I wasn't happy about it, but I had no choice. I was forced to raise my daughter among the rogues while ensuring our safety. No one knew who I was or where I had come from, and no one bothered asking.
I had a feeling our invisible life wasn't going to last for long, but I kept on going, teaching my child to adapt to the wicked world.
"The rogues will always remain our enemies no matter what" I kept saying everytime I got the opportunity.
Eighteen years later, my fear became a reality. We got attacked by rogues. For the first time in years, I got overpowered. Our abode got burnt down.
"Run, Selene" I yelled admist the fire, tears trickling down my face as I endured the pains. "Run and never look back!"
Celeste lived in the shadow of her mate, Alpha Kieran. The man she was destined for but never truly wanted. Manipulated by his pack, he turned against her, allowing cruelty and torment to shape her days. But when Celeste finally reaches her breaking point, she does what no Luna has dared before. She rejects her Alpha. Cast aside and broken, she vanishes, only to rise stronger than anyone could have imagined. A powerful second-chance mate awaits her, an Alpha who sees her worth, not her weakness. But as she steps into her true power, rival packs seek to claim her, fearing the legend she is becoming. And when Kieran realizes his greatest mistake, he fights to win back the mate he never deserved. Too bad for him, Celeste is done being anyone's to claim. Now, feared and untouchable, she will decide her own fate.
"I heard you're going to marry Marcelo. Is this perhaps your revenge against me? It's very laughable, Renee. That man can barely function." Her foster family, her cheating ex, everyone thought Renee was going to live in pure hell after getting married to a disabled and cruel man. She didn't know if anything good would ever come out of it after all, she had always thought it would be hard for anyone to love her but this cruel man with dark secrets is never going to grant her a divorce because she makes him forget how to breathe.
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."
After three years of loveless marriage, Kira was slapped with divorce papers. She has shown him her unrequited love throughout her entire marriage with him, but he decided to turn blind eyes all because of his lover. Distraught and heartbroken, Kira choose to sign the divorce papers with bitter heart. But then and there, she promised herself that when she's back, he will come crawling to her, but she will make him pay for hurting her. Join Kira as she transform to a wealthy heiress and soared as the CEO of a multi-billion-dollar empire, a remarkable healer and make her ex-husband pay!
Rumors said that Lucas married an unattractive woman with no background. In the three years they were together, he remained cold and distant to Belinda, who endured in silence. Her love for him forced her to sacrifice her self-worth and her dreams. When Lucas' true love reappeared, Belinda realized that their marriage was a sham from the start, a ploy to save another woman's life. She signed the divorce papers and left. Three years later, Belinda returned as a surgical prodigy and a maestro of the piano. Lost in regret, Lucas chased her in the rain and held her tightly. "You are mine, Belinda."
For as long as Emily can remember, she has wanted to overcome her shyness and explore her sexuality. Still, everything changes when she receives an invitation to visit one of the town's most prestigious BDSM clubs, DESIRE'S DEN. On the day she chose to peruse the club, she noticed three men, all dressed in suits, standing on the upper level, near the railing. Despite her limited vision, she persisted in fixating on them. Their towering statues belied the toned bodies concealed by their sharply tailored suits-or so she could tell. The hair of two of them was short and dark, and the third had light brown-possibly blond-hair that reached the shoulders. The dark, crimson background incised their figures, exuding an air of mystery and strength. They stood in stark contrast to the unfiltered, primal energy that pulsed through the club. Shocked by the desires these men aroused in her, she was disappointed to learn that they were masters seeking a slave to divide and conquer. She couldn't afford the fee, and she also realized that they were outside her league. Emily hurriedly left the club, feeling disappointed and depressed, unaware that she had also caught the group's attention. A world of wicked pleasure, three handsome men. Over the years, they have lived a life of decadence, their lavish lair serving as a stage for their most sinister desires. But despite the unending parade of willing subjects, one woman sticks out. A mysterious stranger with white porcelain skin and a killer body, a slave, a name with no address, the first lady to attract their eye and they will go to any length to obtain her no matter the consequences.
Yelena discovered that she wasn't her parents' biological child. After seeing through their ploy to trade her as a pawn in a business deal, she was sent away to her barren birthplace. There, she stumbled upon her true origins—a lineage of historic opulence. Her real family showered her with love and adoration. In the face of her so-called sister's envy, Yelena conquered every adversity and took her revenge, all while showcasing her talents. She soon caught the attention of the city's most eligible bachelor. He cornered Yelena and pinned her against the wall. “It's time to reveal your true identity, darling.”