Chapter 1

Nelly’s POV

“Y-you can’t do this to me, Astel,” I stuttered, my heart racing as we stood in the middle of the crowd.

Tonight was the mating ball, the grand hall filled with pack members. Electrifying music and laughter resonated in the air, and the ambiance was lively.

I just found out that Astel was my mate; he’s the Alpha of the Bluemoon stone pack.

I’d hope Astel accepts me as his mate. But instead of the words I yearned for, Astel’s gaze shifted to my cousin, Shantel.

My heart skipped a beat, and his next words shattered my heart.

“Nelly, you are not what I want,” he declared, his voice harsh and unkind. “You are not worthy of being my mate. I choose Shantel, your cousin, as my mate instead.”

My knees shook, and it felt like my heart had been torn from my chest. Fresh tears welled up in my eyes, and my palms grew clammy.

“W-what did you just… say?” I stammered, my voice quivering. I couldn’t believe Astel had chosen Shantel over me.

“You heard me, Nelly! I won’t repeat my words,” Astel retorted firmly at me. “Shantel will be my mate, and Luna of my pack, she’s the one I’ve chosen.”

No!

Desperation surged within me immensely; my hands balled into fists. I couldn’t let Shantel win again. Ever since we were children, she’d always taken what was rightfully mine.

“Please, Astel, you must be mistaken. You can’t reject me. We’re bound together by the moon goddess!” I pleaded with him.

couldn’t accept this rejection;

to Astel, she sweetly held his hand with her triumphant gaze fixed on me. She couldn’t resist adding her

worthless piece of trash, Nelly,” Shantel spat, her face twisted with hatred. “You’re not fit to be anyone’s mate; you’re just a

but my pain intensified as it drowned me when

to Astel, “Why don’t we sell my nasty cousin to Alpha Kex as his s*x slave,

I felt fear

she

be reckoned with. His name struck fear into the hearts of those who heard it, and his reign

power was absolute. People whispered about him in hushed tones, and many prayed they would

and savagery, and no one had ever dared to challenge him. The very mention of his name sent a chill down the spines of those who heard

Astel might consider it. Alpha Kex was known for his fearsome reputation, and Shantel’s

a good plan,” Astel

taking a step back. How

once thought were

on the balcony, tears flowing down my cheeks. At this point, various things skipped through my mind and questions I didn’t have answers

I was in despair, my

that successfully repeated itself continuously. I didn’t have anyone to ask this question so I just directed them back to

heard footsteps approaching from behind. I quickly turned, and

alright?” he

unable to hide my tears. “Thanks to you, I’m far from alright,” I retorted, feeling a mixture of anger and despair. Looking at him now, his facial expression looked different from what

place a hand on my shoulder, but I shifted away. “Don’t touch me, Astel,” I muttered, clearly upset with him. “What do

it couldn’t be true, his behavior a few minutes ago was extremely different from the Astel I knew or did I never know the real Astel?

his love for Shantel in front of everyone and right in front

do you want?” I asked again, my voice

I want to you,” Astel replied, his tone gentle. “I didn’t mean to hurt you. But my luna should be a strong she-wolf like Shantel..” I immediately unconsciously rolled my eyes and scuffed at his attempt

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