Alec, born to the alpha and Luna of the Wolfsbane pack, hailed from a lineage renowned for their deadly nature and barbaric tendencies, producing the fiercest werewolf warriors. On the other hand, Alicia, the daughter of the alpha and Luna from the Silvermoon pack, belonged to a pack known for their wealth and wisdom, excelling in hunting and business skills.
A prophecy had long been foretold, stating that an alpha from Wolfsbane and a Luna from Silvermoon would be born on the same day and at the same time. These destined individuals, Alec and Alicia, were destined to unite through a powerful bond, forming one of the most formidable packs in werewolf history.
Their paths crossed briefly during their fifteenth year when they experienced their first shift into their wolf forms. This significant meeting occurred at a grand pack gathering, where both packs convened to discuss the impending mating and bonding ceremony, scheduled to take place when Alec and Alicia turned twenty.
As they prepared to shift for the first time, enduring the excruciating pain of their bones breaking and resetting, Alicia exclaimed, "Alec, this is torture! Did you have any idea it would be this agonizing?" Alec, empathetic but resolute, responded, "No, Alicia, I didn't foresee the extent of the pain. But you must focus on breathing and allowing your wolf to emerge. Fighting it will only intensify the agony." After enduring about ten minutes of bone-shattering transformations, they stood before each other as magnificent wolves.
Alec, a midnight black wolf with silver ears, towered over Alicia in his lupine form. If one were to chance upon him accidentally, they would liken him to a devilish wolf. Alicia, on the other hand, possessed a captivating silver coat with black ears, radiating an aura of innocence and grace.
As they circled each other, marveling at the magic and allure of their wolf forms, Alicia experienced an unfamiliar sensation—a sudden heat and tingling in her lower abdomen. She felt a surge of desire, one she hadn't encountered before, but the presence of the dangerously handsome wolf before her also unsettled her. Unable to grapple with these conflicting emotions, she sprinted away into the depths of the forest, desperate to put distance between them.
Undeterred, Alec swiftly pursued her, captivated by her breathtaking beauty. He yearned to draw closer, to feel her beneath him, to make her succumb to his dominance. The primal wolf inside him surged forward, overpowering his human instincts.
Alicia could hear Alec's pursuit close behind her, and a mix of exhilaration and apprehension coursed through her veins. She knew he would catch up, but she refused to make it easy for him. If he believed that their destined bond meant he could take her for granted, he had another thing coming: a rude awakening awaited him.
As she darted through the woods, skillfully evading trees and attempting to outmaneuver Alec, Alicia suddenly caught a scent that made her mouth water and her body ignite with desire. The fragrance of pinewood and eucalyptus wafted through the air, unlike anything she had ever encountered before. Intrigued, she felt compelled to follow its intoxicating trail.
Drawing closer to the source of the scent, Alicia's astonishment grew when she discovered a solitary black wolf with silver markings sprawled in a clearing. Cautiously, she positioned herself behind a tree, careful not to startle the enigmatic creature. Why was a young teen wolf out here all alone, unaware of the dangers lurking in the wilderness? Curiosity piqued, Alicia inched closer, her gaze fixed on the wolf's stunning golden eyes, a deep longing stirring within her.
Before she could approach the wolf any further, Alec materialized out of nowhere, positioned himself between Alicia and the mysterious wolf, and issued a fierce growl as a warning. Undeterred by Alec's display of dominance, Alicia felt an unexplainable connection and was confident that the wolf posed no threat. Tentatively, she continued moving forward, locked in a gaze with the beautiful creature.
Suddenly, Alec lunged in front of Alicia, growling vehemently at the wolf, serving as her protector. Attempting to maneuver around Alec's imposing figure, Alicia was met with his snapping jaws and commanding presence, causing her to freeze and her mind to go blank. For a fleeting moment, Alicia was tempted to submit to Alec's dominance, but she swiftly regained her composure, reminding herself of her identity as the future Luna of the Silvermoon pack. She squared her shoulders, met Alec's gaze with unwavering pride, and growled in defiance, reminding him that he was not yet her alpha. Turning her attention back to the young adult wolf, Alicia motioned for him to flee, urging him to escape the perilous situation.
Without hesitation, the wolf swiftly pivoted, vanishing into the depths of the woods. Determined to apprehend the potential threat and safeguard his beloved Alicia, Alec lunged after the young teen wolf, only to be confronted by an unexpected blockade—Alicia herself, blocking his path, snarling with defiance.
Astonished and indignant, Alec couldn't fathom that his adored Luna would dare to challenge him and protect an unknown wolf. Didn't she comprehend the depth of his devotion, how she was the epitome of beauty in his eyes, and how fortunate he felt that the moon goddess had chosen her for him? Alec was willing to do anything for her, even eliminate any creature that posed a threat to her safety.
His mind wandered to his parents, recalling the unwavering respect his mother had shown his father, always understanding the love he held for her. Why was Alicia disrespecting him and the love he professed? Did she forget his role as the future alpha of the Wolfsbane pack, her destined mate and husband? Anger surged within Alec as he pounced on top of Alicia, pinning her down while snarling and growling with ferocity.
Alicia found herself caught between conflicting emotions, torn between the strange attraction she felt lying beneath Alec and the anger simmering at his audacity to assume he could act with impunity. Emitting a primal howl, imbued with a deadly undertone, Alicia made it clear that she was not one to be trifled with.
The commotion attracted wolves from both packs, rushing to the scene. Sensing the rising tension, Alec relinquished his hold on Alicia, stepping back and allowing her to rise. Alicia, disheveled and disoriented, shifted back into her human form. Within seconds, Alicia's mother stood before her, offering a dress for her to put on. Her father's gaze fell upon her, concern etched on his face as he inquired about what had transpired. Before Alicia could utter a word, Alec emerged from behind his father, clad in shorts, and asserted, "Your young Luna allowed a rogue to escape."
Alicia's father glanced at Alec, then turned his attention back to Alicia, seeking the truth. Meeting her father's gaze with composure, she replied, "Yes, I let a young adult wolf go. He appeared to be around the same age as Alec and me, and he posed no threat." Alec's father shifted his focus to Alicia's father, suggesting, "Regardless, we should dispatch some wolves to track him and determine his pack affiliation. But for now, let's return these young ones. It's getting late, and they've had enough excitement."
Despite their efforts, the young wolf remained elusive, and Alicia found solace in his escape. She held onto the memory of his presence and felt a surge of gratitude that he had evaded capture. Simultaneously, a lingering resentment towards Alec grew within her, fueled by his condescending treatment and the assumption that she was beneath him. Alec seethed with anger over their failure to locate the young wolf, fueling his belief that Alicia was a weak and disrespectful Luna, someone he deemed unworthy of the Wolfsbane pack. The fact that Alicia seemed to care for the rogue wolf more than him only heightened his frustration.
As their conflicting emotions simmered, tensions between Alicia and Alec continued to mount. Alicia resented Alec's domineering approach, perceiving it as an attempt to control her, while Alec harbored resentment towards Alicia for seemingly choosing a rogue over him and challenging his authority as the future alpha.
