Luna's PovI sat up, staring into space, willing the flashes to become solid pieces instead of just fading away, and making zero sense.That was definitely me, and it was Valerie's yard, but when did it happen? And why was I there when I'd naturally never go there for anything?“Are you alright?” Elaine asked me, and my gaze snapped sharply at her. “I’m completely fine. Just a random memory.” “Of Keira's?” Emily asked, but I shook my head, and sighed. “Of mine. Perhaps it was one I had in a dream a long time ago. It's a little faded,” I said, and leaned back in my seat. When we got home, Keira's mom was placing cucumbers on her face while watching a skincare routine on the TV. “Mom.” I called, and took Elaine's hand, “This is Elaine.”“She's a friend of ours.” Emily added, with a bright smile, as we all went to sit in front of Keira's mom.“Good evening, ma'am. I happen to be a friend of your daughters. It's a pleasure to meet you. They do talk a lot about you.” Elaine said, smoo
Keira's PovPretty as dolls. With vibrant dresses that flowed to the floor, pushing their cleavages so high that they even had no trouble catching a female's attention. Their hair was styled in different alluring hairdos, but one thing was common; their necks were out in plain view, smooth, slender, fair, and beautiful. Lips smeared in rouge, eyes touched with makeup. One would think they had come to select husbands, and really, they had come for husbands. They came to fight me. And the craziest thing was that, right now, I had to be at the center of these guys’ hearts. They were my ticket back to the real world. “Ah, I see your daughters have all traveled a long way with you. Is there anything you hope you achieve during your stay here?” Zane asked, while Caleb sat with legs crossed, watching the women. My heart leaped. Why was he staring at them with such looks in his eyes?Wait… Well, after all, I was just protecting the mates of the real Luna. It was my duty since I was prete
Luna's PovMy hand felt warm in Nikkie’s hand. His hand wasn't rough like the hands of the Alphas were. Instead, it was tender, beautiful, and so warm against the cold night. The wind whipped in my air, as we ran out of the street, into the brighter streets of New York. Everywhere was flooded with pretty lights. Different stalls open with their twinkling lights, and products for sale.Boutiques, barbing salons, spas, restaurants… and people. So many people walking the streets all at once, talking, laughing, making plans…“Have you ever walked out in the night to see how pretty things are?” he asked, still holding my hands as we walked on the pavement. “What is a Luna's business out at night?” I asked, looking around at the different fascinating things out for sale on the streets.“I can tell just what a boring Luna you have been,” he said, and we curved onto another street with cars racing at full speed, their headlights flashing crazily. “Hey, guess what happened exactly at 9PM.” H
Keira's PovConcubines? “We didn't discuss this beforehand. " Did the elders come to offer their daughters as concubines?” I asked, feeling a little edgy. “You have said it countless times that you do not wish to become pregnant as it would affect your body greatly…” as she spoke, a familiar voice rang in my head. ‘...it's an absolute waste of time and energy! Why would you worry about an heir when you aren't old, and there's no threat coming from the outside? You are three. Are you telling me you're scared that someone could eliminate you three altogether? How stupid is that? An heir is not needed! And if you dare, you can seek an heir elsewhere.’The voice of Luna was bold, daring, and mischievous, just like the voice that had spoken back to the elders when they had come with their daughters.Did this woman… really not want kids? What sort of woman was she?Could I be as strong as she was, and claim that concubines were not needed?“I will think about it,” I said, getting to my f
Luna's Pov“And does that mean something good? " It doesn't, right?” Emily questioned, and I rose from the bed. “Good, my foot. I must have lost something in exchange for feeling for Nikkie. I have to return to my men. They would not be happy if they realized I am actually having feelings for a pesky human who's not better than them in any way. " He's not even up to them,” I complained, zipping up my things. “Let's get our journey started,” I said, with a sigh, making my way to the door. “But… Luna.” Emily began, getting up gently from her seat, “I really don't think you should fight it. You'll only end up breaking. Just let's be as fast as we can. Find this hidden person who can show us the way, and have you return to your world, so your feelings can return to whom they belong to.”“I understand. I won't bother fighting it. Since I've fallen, I'll bear it.”~The atmosphere in the car was stiff that morning, with everyone thinking about something different. I finally realized the i
Keira's Pov“We don't need any babies,” I whispered, “Nor do we need any concubines." You're making it all up in your head.” I sat up, and began to gather my clothes, putting them in a frenzy. “Luna, wait… you don't understand. You have to see that…”I wrapped my long shirt around me, but before I could get out of his reach, he grabbed my arm. “”Luna…”“There's nothing for me to understand. I don't want to understand. I have said all I want to say, and there's nothing more that I actually have to say.”“I know you're mad, and…”Can you imagine me sleeping with another man? A handsome man, a fit man, a man who's capable of giving me butterflies. " Even if it's just once, can you see me with someone else other than the three of you? Even if it's just once? I lashed back, glaring at him, and my hand slowly fell from his grip. Striding off, I left the maze, wondering why my chest felt so heated up. I ought to be fighting for the Luna, but why… why did this feel like Keira getting affec
Luna's PovI began to flip the pages frantically, my eyes roaming them as I expected some sort of hidden page filled with all the information we needed.“Why is it all blank?” I asked, turning the pages with so much furiosity that I could have ripped the pages apart. It was Emily who had to stop me. " Just calm down. She pleaded, pulling me away from the book, “Nikkie, are you sure this is the one?” She asked, as Elaine closed the book. It was indeed Silver & Gold, so what was the damned issue? “Perhaps, there are two of them,” Elaine muttered, running her finger over the hard cover.“Unlock the secrets in the book,” Nikkie read, “I guess we have to keep searching.” He said, with a sigh, and I kicked a pile of books on the floor near me, causing dust to rise in the air, as the books slammed into the ground.We continued searching the large library all day, pausing only to have the meals that Nikkie and Emily got. Elaine even had to fix candles everywhere, so we could see. We also ha
Keira's PovDamn this girl for always thinking she could do anything. Keira, what have you gotten yourself into? What forced you to be this rash?My mind was a jumble of insane thoughts as I stared at Alysia, who was clearly burning with the flames of hatred for me. I'm not the one who stole your lover.Every single eye was on us. They were all dying to find out who was going to win, and who was going to lose. And the results of this fight were going to determine if the Luna was really okay or not. Valerie would murder me if anything went wrong. Alysia began circling me, watching me like a predator with her hazel eyes that kept shifting in the light.I also began to circle around, trying to instill boldness into my face. “First one to hit the ground.” I said, before any rules regarding claws or blood could be decided on. “Why? Are you scared? You love the taste and smell of blood.”“I don't want to dirty my claws with your blood. " You see, I just got a manicure done recently.” I
Keira's Pov Flowers rained down on me, and screams and whoops emanated from the audience as I held blood red roses in my hands against the backdrop of my white wedding dress.Armless, showcasing my beautiful shoulders and slender arms.The dress was quite fitted at the waist where it flared out into beautiful pleats flecked with shining stones.Nikkie had spent quite a fortune on the dress. I can remember him ditching the idea of a brand new car he so much wanted just so he would make me pleased.Finally, it was my D-Day. Perhaps the day every woman grew up dreaming of. A day that ought to roll by perfectly without any hitches.The last few months had easily been the worst months of my life, but now, walking in the aisle, with Emily behind me as my best lady, my father's arm linked in mine, I felt like the happiest person in the universe.Finally, I was given to Nikkie and he took my hand in his. There was a shattering applause as he did so, and he opened my veil, his lips broadening
Luna's PovI woke up the next morning, yawning. I was alone on the bed, naked, and a smile crept onto my face.The memory of the previous night lingered like the aftertaste of sweet wine.“She's still asleep.” I heard Lily protest from outside.“I know. Just let me in.” That was Elaine.I got up from the bed, hair cascading over my shoulders, as I crossed the room to get my robe.Throwing it over my body, I went out to see what it was all about.“It's fine, Lily,” I said, going over to the long table to pour myself some water.“Luna, something strange happened this morning.” She said, and I dropped my glass, staring at her with my heart pounding a little faster.Something strange?The past few months held the strangest occurrences in all my life. What other thing could be stranger?I cleared my throat.Fear was definitely not the way to get around it.“What is it?”“Everyone else has forgotten. Nobody remembers there being two Lunas. They all think I'm crazy.”“How can nobody remember
Keira's PovThat evening was set to be perfect. I'd already dyed my hair a beautiful brown and had combed it perfectly down my shoulders in waves.Then I selected a white gown with straps knotted into a ribbon at the shoulder. The dress was way above my knees, and hung gently on my figure, managing to outline the pretty curve of my body, and atrocious flare of my hips.Placing a simple silver choker on my neck, I paired it with short dangling silver earrings, and a pretty bracelet on my wrist.Then I tucked my hair behind my ear, and put on a pair of white heels, coupled with a white handbag.When I went down the stairs, Emily dropped the sliced watermelon from her mouth back into her plate as she watched me.I smiled, biting my lip, as my eyes went down shyly.“Girl! You are dressed to kill!” She sat up, dropping the plate on the table next to her.“Is it too much?” I asked, spreading out my arms.“What did you expect? My daughter is beautiful, so whatever she wears makes her all the
Luna's Pov“Don't kill her yet.” Ryder said, taking my hand gently.“Oh. I actually didn't mean to kill her. I just wanted to show her how much her stupid tactics had gotten to me. Don't tell me she's out cold?” Ryder knelt to touch her neck.“Yes, she is out cold.” He confirmed.“Let go of me! You mad tyrant!” We heard Damien scream as Caleb brought him back roughly, pushing him to the ground.“Dark magic, huh? You rotten piece of shit.” Zane couldn't hold himself. He began to hit Damien, flinging him all around.“There goes the person you ought to control.” I said, jerking my head in Zane's direction as he battered the helpless Damien. “You know what I'd prefer for these two idiots as punishment?”Zane stopped, breathing hard, “What would that be?” He asked.“Put them in the dark dungeon. No light, no life, nothing. Put them there for the rest of their days. Forever.” I smirked, looking at Valerie.She would be the one to freak out the most. She would be the one to hate that life th
Keira's Pov“Keira, hurry! Breakfast will get cold!”My eyes fluttered open slowly.“Keira! Come on, how long do you have to sleep?”Mom.My eyes hit the ceiling— a familiar memory.Damn…I sat up in bed hastily, but winced slightly. I was still in bloody clothes with the slashes Zane had given me.But…“AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAGHHHHHHHH!” I screamed, then began to jump, not minding the pain. I bounced on the bed, the tables, a little sofa, and back to the bed.“Keira, what…?” Mom opened the door, and I flung myself at her, knocking her backwards.“Mom!” I shouted, tears filling my eyes quickly.“What's wrong with you? Why are you this way?”“Mom.” I cried again, burying my face in her chest, taking in her lovely scent sweetly.“What's going on? What's with the noise?” Dad asked, and I ran to him, “Woah, woah, hold on!” He had to drop the flower pot he was holding just so he could catch me in his arms.“Keira, what's with your clothes?”“I was scratched by a dog.” I cried, lying convenientl
Luna's PovIt was a feeling of relief as I fell to the ground, losing control of everything. The shock in Zane's haughty eyes was to die for.How sorry he would be when he realized his mistake. My eyes closed, and an insane shock ran through my bones. Energy from different cells burst to life, flowing through my veins like burning blood.I could feel my claws protrude from my fingers, and when my eyes slammed open, it was with a smile.Then I jumped up, full of energy, and everyone backed away, putting lots of feet between us, fear etched into their faces.“Welcome back.” Maini said, as I touched my arms, looking at my own body in fascination.“It is good to be back. Damn, I feel capable.”I wanted to smash my fist into something, wanted to hurl someone into the distance.Anything just to release the amount of energy surging through me like a torrent.Zane bent, staring at Keira.“That's not me. I'm over here.” I said, shooting him a grin.He looked confused, and Keira's eyes fluttere
Luna's PovI buckled up, ready to storm that damned festival, and put a stop to the whole thing. I would drag Valerie and Damien out, then give them the harshest spanking of their lives. They would regret ever trying to take my place. “Let's go.” I said to Elaine, and she followed me without many words, “So have you met your doppelgänger?”“Yes, I've met her. She'd almost lost all her memories, but she didn't know what to do, where to start from, so she just regarded this as a nightmare. She felt she was in a coma in the real world, and this is perhaps the world comatose people fall into. Comatose, my foot.” Elaine chuckled. “Well, better for her to think she's comatose, or she'd have gone crazy.”“Luna, do you think this is a good idea?”“If it's not a good idea, then what else could it be? Eventually, we’ll have to confront them.” I said, brushing my hair. Red hair really sucks on me, by the way. Elaine didn't say anything else out of fear of uncertainty until we got to the festi
Keira's Pov‘How disrespectful!’ Maini spat from within me. I could feel her anger burning, the heat spreading, threatening to consume my whole body with the force, ‘Do as your Luna commands!’ She snarled, and my claws slid out without me even making them to. The fangs also sliced their way out, and the next few minutes was a complete bloodbath. I didn't even know what I was doing. All I knew was that blood was splashing onto my face and chest in all directions. Bones snapping, blood gushing, men screaming, teeth falling out, flesh pierced…Maini wielded my body like a weapon as I dodged, smashed, thrust, grabbed, struck, and did everything with immense speed and depth. Before I knew it, I was standing, breathing hard, my chest heaving heavily, blood dripping from my fingers as the men lay everywhere around me.“Perfect.” I heard Luna say, as she began to clap. Then I turned to her, with a little smile, “Thanks to Valerie, I was able to strengthen Maini.” I replied, a little shy
Luna's PovWe all stared at each other as the moon rose higher in the sky.“This is it for us, I guess,” Nikkie said, and I found myself stuck in his beautiful eyes that seemed to hold all the sorrow in the world.“If you look so sad, then I really won't be able to go,” I replied softly.“You both are not in another country or city where we can give a call, or send a letter. You're going to another world entirely. The moment you go now, you will never return.” Emily said, her eyes already filling up with tears, and Elaine hugged her. “We're all going to be okay. Just know that we're going to miss you too.” She said, patting Emily's head, and I moved to Nikkie on my knees, bringing him closer to me in a hug. “The heavens know how much I'll miss you. You've been the major source of my change. I'm grateful for all you've done for me, Nikkie.” Then I pulled away, and hugged Emily, as Elaine went to hug Nikkie, “You too. I think I'll remember you each time I see a ginger-headed woman. I'