ATHENA'S POVI was feeling very bored throughout the day. Avory had forced me to go for some training and meditation earlier this morning and I came back very tired after that. I had noticed that I had significantly improved my senses. Not only this, but Avory’s size had also increased significantly than what I remember she felt like when I first shifted. This was a very good sign. We were growing up faster than any normal wolf would in this time, but then again, nothing about my wolf or me was normal. I had come to accept that. Not having the energy to do anything else, I spent a few hours in my bed as Xavier was busy with some meetings apparently. I had no idea where the bitch Scarlet was neither did I care. It was better she stayed away from me. It brought me peace. Deciding to pick myself some flowers I made my way to the pack gardens. Something about this serene place was so enticing, it always pulled me. I was never close to nature before I shifted and I believe the magic happ

AUTHOR'S POVIn the quiet haven of their shared space, Xavier and Athena lay side by side on the bed. Xavier gently entwined his fingers with her's, his touch a silent reassurance that he was there, that they were in this together.For a while, they savored the peace, the unspoken connection that bound them. Xavier, his gaze fixed on their interlocked hands, broke the silence, his voice a soft murmur. "I've missed you so much these past few days, Athena."Athena turned to him, her eyes meeting his, with a warmth that spoke volumes. "I missed you too, Xavier."His fingers continued their gentle dance, a tender caress that spoke of comfort and love. "I love you, Athena. I want you to know that, no matter what happens, I'm here for you."Athena's lips curved into a grateful smile. "I love you too, Xavier. Thank you for being my anchor."As they lay there, wrapped in each other's presence, Xavier's curiosity nudged him to address the lingering question about Nate's sudden appearance in th

ATHENA'S POV“What do you mean he wants to be the Alpha himself?” Oneka looked surprised at the information. Honestly, who wouldn't be?“He was responsible for the attack on his brother. He wanted to eliminate Xavier as well, but Xavier surprisingly survived it all. Xavier not having a mate, was supposed to go in his favor, so he pulled up a drama that Xavier needs to have a strong Luna for the pack. This way, he got rid of Scarlet. He would have grabbed the opportunity of Xavier being mateless for a while in his favor and overthrown him eventually, proving him to be unfit to rule without a decent mate. But then you came, Athena.” She glanced at me before continuing. “Xavier disregarded all the Elders’ decisions for your sake and mated with you against his will. Which now makes you his enemy. First it was Scarlet, and now you.” “But then, why would he team up with Scarlet? Isn't she dreaming to be Xavier's mate again? Then why would he help her in her mission when he doesn't want Xav

ATHENA'S POVMy heart skipped a beat, not in a good way when Maggie finally told us what was disturbing her. She was obviously more experienced in this field compared to me, so there was no way she could be lying about this. Otherwise, she wouldn't have looked so worried. “What do you mean, mom?” Oneka struggled to understand. “It's clear. Either Xavier hasn't noticed Athena's scent change over the last month, or maybe he has and didn't acknowledge it. Like he doesn't want to do anything with it.” My heart thudded against my ribcage, imagining the latter. If what Maggie said was true, then there would have been no way he wouldn't have noticed the change in me and not confronted me about it. What if he did, and he actually didn't want me to find out? But that couldn't be possible. I know Xavier. He would have been ecstatic over the news. He would love to have his own kids and see them grow up. But one thing that was continuously nagging me was, did I really know him that well? Or w

ATHENA'S POV“Oohh, what going on here?” Scarlet's high pitched voice interrupted us, making me groan in annoyance. Why the fuck did she have to show her face at this moment? Xavier cleared her throat, clearly not expecting her. He gave Colby a side eye as he appeared at the intrusion. “Scarlet? What are you doing here?” “I was just taking a walk when I saw the lighting and the decor in the backyard. Curiousity got the best of me and here I am,” she chuckled. I wanted to punch her teeth and break every single one of them. “Clearly, you are here.” My voice sounded pissed, as I gave her a sickening forced smile. “Oh, I am sorry. I didn't know I interrupted something important. Clearly, Athena is not very happy with my presence,” she spoke looking at Xavier. Can this bitch just leave already? “ I had no intention to disturb your time together-” “-But you clearly did,” I cut her off, telling her that she needs to leave. “Right. Which I clearly did. Apologies once again. I'll just be