Chapter 45
I and my bonded mate Brandon, Alpha of our pack, are on our way to his pack. I’m feeling ecstatic about our new life together, and Brandon is loving and caring for me in every way. We had breakfast with our new mated friends, everyone seems to be in high spirits, and I’m excited to start this new chapter with Brandon.
As we arrive at the pack house, I’m struck by its largeness and the group of pack members waiting outside. We’re greeted warmly, with a few jealous she-wolves making their presence known, but overall the atmosphere is friendly. Brandon shares his frustrations about the challenges his pack has faced, and I reassure him that we’ll work together to overcome them. I also share some ideas for improving the pack’s indoor activities and library, and Brandon seems open to considering them. I’m excited to start this new life with Brandon and explore the possibilities ahead.
Chapter 46
Brandon’s paperwork was completed quickly, and he was eager to return to his mate, Raven. He realized he should have brought her to the office with him so she could be by his side. On his way back, he noticed Raven being confronted by Harper, Cheryl’s friend who helped spread rumors to get the pack against him. Brandon intervened, linking Truett and Stella to come to the scene. Harper and her friends were trying to force Raven into being their chosen mate, and Brandon would not allow it.
The confrontation escalated, with Harper pulling a knife and attacking Raven. Raven remained calm, telling Harper that she couldn’t force people to become chosen mates and that Brandon would feel her pain. Harper was eventually subdued, and the four girls were banished from the pack. Brandon was furious, wanting to kill them for threatening his mate’s safety. He linked Truett to have a town hall meeting at 2 pm to address the incident, and to introduce the new pack members to the pack’s systems. Carter and Simone rushed out to confront the situation, and Raven’s family was notified of the banishment.
Chapter 47
I’m furious because Reagan’s plan to ruin Raven’s face didn’t work, and now I’m cornered by my own family and pack. Cheryl, my mom, swore that Harper could handle it, but instead, Brandon called, saying Harper didn’t get the job done. I’m surrounded by idiots or liars, or maybe they’re all just playing me. Seeing Cheryl’s ruined face gave me the idea to ruin Raven’s face too, but now it seems like a terrible plan. My wolf, Lena, is trying to calm me down, saying I’ve punished Raven enough, but I’m not listening. My jealousy is too strong, and I don’t care about the consequences.
I’ve come up with a new plan, using Cheryl to send texts from a new phone to make it seem like Raven is the one doing the betraying. I’ve planned it out carefully, and now I’m waiting for the right moment to strike. My dad just found out, and he’s furious, which is exactly what I wanted. I’ve convinced myself that I’m in the right, and I’m going to use every trick in the book to get what I want. I’m going to take everything from Raven, everything that she values, and leave her with nothing.
Chapter 48
Alpha Graham is deeply disappointed in his daughter Reagan, who has gone too far this time. He accuses her of being reckless and ruthless, having lied to him and put their pack in danger. He reveals that he has already gathered evidence and will be submitting it to the council, which is likely to lead to war with the Blood Walker and Black Adder packs.
Graham demands that Reagan stop her destructive behavior and stops short of declaring her as the most recent culprit. He reminds her that she needs to think of the pack’s well-being and stop putting them in danger. He also tells her that she can’t play around anymore and that she will be punished if she continues her actions. Graham and Justin have a discussion to find a way out of this mess and to put an end to Reagan’s destructive ways.
Chapter 49
Reagan, daughter of the Silver Blade pack’s alpha, has been waiting for weeks to put her plan into motion. She has been texting her mate, Justin, posing as “Raven”, his ex-girlfriend, and convincing him to meet her at a hotel. Her goal is to make Justin leave her pack without an issue and have him caught in the act with Raven, which will destroy Raven’s reputation and ultimately lead to her death.
Reagan has been preparing for this moment, even visiting a voice coach to perfect Raven’s voice. She has also dyed her hair to match Raven’s and put in extensions to complete the transformation. With a plan in place, Reagan has sent texts to Justin, pretending to be Raven, and he has fallen for it easily. She has everything set up at the hotel, including two cameras that will capture the evidence she needs to prove Raven’s treachery. With the plan in motion, Reagan is confident that it will work and that she will get to eliminate the two people she hates the most, Raven and Justin, and potentially take on a new role as the Luna of the Black Adder pack.
Chapter 50
Justin and Raven have been secretly communicating for a month, and Raven has forgiven him for his past mistakes. Justin has been perfecting himself since the rejection and has been praying to the Moon Goddess to restore their bond. He’s been hurt by Raven’s anger and hate towards him, but he still cares deeply for her. When Raven asks to meet him, he’s nervous but relieved to see her safe and sound. He can tell she’s been hurt and is torn between protecting her from Brandon and pushing his feelings for her aside.
Justin and Raven confess their attraction to each other and have s$x, but their bond is complicated. Justin wants to get her to safety and protect her from Brandon, while Raven seems to be using s$x as a way to cope with her anxiety. Justin is torn between his desire for her and his duty to protect her, and he vows to prioritize her safety above all else. As they get dressed and prepare to leave, Raven teases Justin and straddles him, but he knows they need to focus on getting her to safety. Despite the passion and intimacy, Justin’s concern for Raven’s well-being prevails, and he reminds her that they need to prioritize her safety above all else.
Chapter 51
Alpha Cole’s phone keeps ringing with calls from Justin, who is frantic and worried about Raven’s safety. Cole is initially skeptical, but Justin convinces him that it’s an emergency and that he has proof of a sinister plot involving Graham and Reagan. Cole links up with his Beta, Gamma, and eight warriors to meet Justin at the gate, where they learn that Justin’s family, the Evans, are fleeing Silver Blade due to their involvement with Reagan.
As Cole and the warriors head to Black Adder to rescue Raven, he is filled in on the shocking details of the plot by Justin, who shares text messages and photos that reveal Reagan’s plan to set him up and harm Raven. Cole is stunned by the betrayal and feels a gut-wrenching sense of fear for his pregnant daughter’s safety. With Justin by his side, Cole navigates the tense situation, vowing to do everything in his power to protect Raven and bring the culprits to justice.
Chapter 52
Stella is furious and feel betrayed by the events that unfolded at the packhouse. She knows that Raven would never cheat on Brandon, but even after they spent the day together, the pack still believes the worst of Raven. Stella is frustrated that Brandon and his friends didn’t listen to her or give Raven the benefit of the doubt. She’s also angry that Truett held her back, not allowing her to drive Raven home because he thought she deserved to be punished. Stella’s deep sense of loyalty to Raven drives her to want to set things right and teach the pack about their mistakes.
Stella spends the rest of the day trying to process what happened and gather evidence to prove Raven’s innocence. She’s shocked to discover that someone had set them up to leave the pack, and she’s determined to find out who. She also discovers a video of Raven and Justin, which at first glance seems to show Raven cheating on Brandon. However, after examining the video closely, Stella realizes it’s not Raven and that she’s been falsely accused. She’s livid and determined to confront Brandon and the rest of the pack, convinced that they need to learn a lesson about believing the worst of Raven.
Chapter 53
Holy crap, Brandon is furious after seeing the video of Reagan and believes Raven was unfaithful to him. He lashes out at Raven, calling her a liar and an unvalued daughter, and tries to justify his actions, but his packmates, including Axe, try to reason with him. Axe reminds him that the video had glaring inconsistencies and that Brandon had no proof of Raven’s infidelity.
As Brandon tries to come to terms with his actions, he realizes that he may have driven his mate away and that their pup may be in danger. He calls Simone, who tells him that Raven and their pup are okay for now, but that he sent her away when she was hurt and that she could have been killed. Brandon is shocked to learn that Justin was with Raven the whole time and that he helped save her. He’s filled with regret and determines to make things right with Raven and to take care of those who wronged her, even if it means going against the council’s approval.
Chapter 54
I woke up to a loud growl and immediately felt scared for my baby’s safety. I saw Brandon standing at the door, and my hand instinctively went to cover my stomach. But I was relieved to see him, and grateful to Justin, who had stayed with me all night. Simone showed me a video of his parents joining my dad’s pack, and I was okay with it. Justin came back fresh and clean, and we needed to talk about a few things. I asked Justin to give us some time to talk privately, as they would argue and cause stress. Justin left, but not before warning Brandon not to hurt me.
Brandon and I talked, and he apologized for his behavior, admitting that he was jealous and hurt because he saw how much love Justin had for me. But I countered that his lack of trust in me was the real issue. I told him that I’d seen the viral video where girls at Black Adder were flirting with him, and that he never shut them down. I said that he had a different set of rules for me than for other women, and that it seemed like he didn’t trust me to understand or respect the pain I felt when I saw him admiring others. I was upset because I felt like he would do whatever he wanted and expect me to “get over it,” without considering the hurt it would cause. I felt like our baby’s safety was at risk because he didn’t trust me enough to listen to me and answer my questions.
Chapter 55
Alpha Cole’s disappointment with Brandon for his actions towards Raven is clear. He knows that Reagan manipulated his son and pushed him to the edge, but he also recognizes that Reagan’s plan to drive Brandon to kill her for infidelity was unsuccessful due to Brandon’s love for her. Cole decides to help Raven by taking action against Silver Blade, the pack responsible for her mistreatment. He has a plan to clear Raven’s name and announce his intentions to the pack.
Cole meets with Council member Emerson, who reveals that the Goddess has reinstated Raven’s bond with both Justin and Brandon. This is extremely rare, and Cole is unsure what to do. He sends Stella to the hospital to keep the peace between Justin and Brandon, who both want to be the one to take care of Raven. Cole intends to take over Silver Blade and screen the pack members, allowing Raven to decide who to keep and who to let go. He is determined to protect Raven and make sure she is safe.
Chapter 56
Justin can’t believe what’s happening, Alpha Cole is taking his side and seems to be on his side, which makes Brandon furious. Justin is willing to fight to be near Raven, and he’s happy that Brandon is getting angrier, thinking that Raven is only his. Brandon thinks Justin is just a pushover, but Justin is determined to show him otherwise. Justin’s dad nudges him to pay attention, and he pretends to listen to what Alpha Cole is saying, but his mind keeps wandering back to Raven.
Chapter 57
I am furious that Justin has shown back up and expects to reclaim Raven as his mate. I bumped him because I was jealous and feeling like he’s being unfair. I know he cheated on Raven, and he doesn’t deserve a second chance. Axe points out that I’m taking a hit because I’m not acknowledging the powerful bond between Raven and Justin, which wasn’t broken before it was rekindled. I realize that I need to calm down and think about protecting Raven and our baby, rather than letting my anger and frustration get the better of me.
I apologize to Raven for my behavior and try to make peace, but I’m still worried about what’s going on with the three of us being tied together. I don’t want Raven to seal her bond with Justin, and I don’t want her to touch him again. I need to talk to the elders to find out more about King Lycaon and what he did to create the bond between Raven and Justin. Alpha Cole announces that he will be taking over the Silver Blade packland himself, and warns those who hurt Raven that it would be in their best interest to leave the pack if they survive the war.
Chapter 58
As Raven, Justin, and Brandon continue to adjust to their new reality, they’re faced with a looming war that threatens to destroy their way of life. The Goddess has blessed their union, giving Justin and Raven their bond back, which is unheard of for unrelated males. Raven is struggling to come to terms with the fact that she’ll be bearing the marks of both men, and the implications that come with it. She’s also grappling with the revelation that the enemy wants to overthrow the council and establish a new hierarchy where Omegas are servants and breeders, and ranked wolves are revered.
Raven has a lot on her plate, from deciding how to mark herself to figuring out how to defeat the enemy. She’s got Emerald’s guidance, but Emerald’s sometimes-blunt honesty can be tough to take. Raven is torn between her pain and anger over Justin’s past betrayal and her desire to move forward with her mates. The situation is complicated, and Raven knows that she’ll need to work with her mates and allies to emerge victorious. She’s no longer just thinking about her own relationships, but about the larger fate of their supernatural community.
Chapter 59
Graham, the Alpha, was facing a dire situation. Two packs had already broken off their treaties with him, and another was considering doing the same. To make matters worse, his loyal pack member approached him with bad news. An SUV was parked at the gate, blocking the way out, and warriors were stationed at the border, making it impossible to escape. Graham’s world was crumbling around him.
In a desperate bid to save his pack, Graham hatched a plan to escape under the cover of darkness. He tasked Silas with gathering information on the warriors’ positions and tasked his loyal pack members with packing up their belongings. Graham knew they had to get out of Blue Moon quickly, before Cole’s pack attacked. He planned to leave two families to drive out in vehicles, leaving the keys and a route to freedom. As he counted down the hours until dawn, Graham knew they had to be ready to fight for their lives.
