Ella’s POV
In the room, I sat at the desk, holding a pen and circling a date on a calendar. Just one more week, and Kevin and his Beta would leave the Blue River Pack. Kevin’s recent unusual behavior made me uneasy. The longer he stayed in the Blue River Pack, the more vulnerable my identity became. I tried talking to my wolf, Lucy.
Me: Lucy, are you there?
Lucy: Yes, I’m here.
Me: I feel uneasy. Have you noticed that Kevin has been acting strangely lately?
Lucy: Hmm, in what way?
My wolf seemed puzzled, just like me, not typically attuned to people’s emotions.
Me: I don’t know if it’s just my perception, but he’s become considerate and gentle. These days, he’s always eager to help me with tasks like cleaning the clinic, moving herbs, attending to patients, and…
Lucy: And what?
My heart raced a bit as I said: Do you think he’s becoming clingy…?
Lucy: Clingy? Ella, Kevin is an Alpha of the Blood Moon Pack, cold-blooded and indifferent to women. I don’t think that adjective suits him.
Me: Okay, it must be my imagination. Maybe he sees me as a second mate, and due to wolf instincts, he has to show goodwill toward us. Also, Lucy, can you please not always be asleep? I need your support.
Lucy: Alright, I understand. I’ll focus and stay alert.
With Lucy on the same page, I felt somewhat relieved. Leaving the room, I didn’t see Kevin and Liam in the yard.
“Kevin and Liam have things to attend to today and went out,” Camila’s voice startled me from behind.
“Okay,” I was about to leave when Camila stopped me again, “Anna, don’t forget to attend the community ceremony this afternoon.”
“What community ceremony?”
“Come on, sweetheart, is your mind only filled with herbs? This announcement was made two months ago. It’s an event organized by Luna, where every female wolf above 18 can participate. The purpose is for the female wolves to interact and showcase their skills, such as flower arrangement, painting, combat, and medical expertise. Outstanding participants will be assigned titles and duties by Luna.”
“Fine, but I’m not interested, Grandma. You know I’m not good at socializing.” I shrugged.
“You should consider, Anna. Do you want to spend your whole life in this small clinic? With your medical skills, you should explore a broader world. I heard there’s a position for a senior pharmacist. Senior pharmacists will have the opportunity to deal with more challenging poison cases. Alpha Oscar has collaborated with some other supernatural races, and when these groups face tricky situations, they’re usually willing to share resources with each other. That means your future patients won’t be limited to the Blue River Pack; you’ll also interact with other races.”
I hesitated, but it sounded intriguing. Honestly, I was interested in encountering more unusual poisons, and this might be an opportunity to trace the Black Wolf.
“Okay, I’ll participate.”
At Luna’s villa, many female wolves gathered, including both young and middle-aged ones, all meticulously dressed, eager to excel in the competition. Meanwhile, I arrived in plain work clothes, attracting disdainful glances from some younger female wolves.
In the grand hall, Mrs. Willow sat in the center, flanked by her servants, including Ava, and another one I didn’t recognize. On Mrs. Willow’s left, Mrs. Hailey sat with her servant. Unlike Mrs. Willow’s regal demeanor, Mrs. Hailey looked more gentle and approachable, with a faint smile on her face.
Having rarely seen Alpha Oscar’s human wife, my gaze lingered, coincidentally meeting Mrs. Hailey’s eyes. She nodded at me, smiled, and I was caught off guard. Only later did I realize that Mrs. Hailey was expressing gratitude, thanking me for resolving the pollen allergy incident for Mrs. Willow and dispelling her misunderstanding.
After Mrs. Willow finished the ceremony proclamation, thunderous applause erupted in the hall. The middle-aged examiners divided the participating female wolves into eight groups for competitions in different skill areas. Compared to other groups, the Medicine group had fewer participants, but the assessment was complex, lasting for six hours. In the end, I unsurprisingly emerged as the winner.
As the competition concluded, around 8 PM, our dinner at Luna’s estate was also coming to an end. The moonlight, diffused through the treetops, shone on my face, feeling glaring. I sensed my body growing hotter, a burning desire flowing through my veins.
Could there be poison in the food?
At the dinner table, the werewolves were still chatting, seemingly without any abnormalities.
“Anna, you’re sweating a lot on your forehead. Are you okay?”
A concerned female wolf beside me asked. I shook my head, hands trembling, and the utensils fell.
Ella, I feel so uncomfortable.
Lucy curled inside me.
My head began to spin, every breath felt scorching, and there was a strong desire ready to burst from within.
Ella, leave quickly. It seems like we are in heat.
Lucy urged.
We are in heat?!
This news gave me a shock and embarrassment. As a wolf, I had my first heat at the age of 23, and I was still in the presence of so many people. I needed to leave as soon as possible.
“Are you okay, Anna? Your face looks terrible. Should I call a doctor?” The female wolf wanted to support me, but I stood up from the chair in a panic.
“I’m fine, thank you. Maybe I’ve exerted too much energy today and feel a bit exhausted. I’ll go back now.”
“Mute Omega, your vocal cords really recovered.” An arrogant male voice interrupted me.
Upon hearing that annoying voice, I frowned, not wanting to engage with him. I’m tired of Luke’s arrogance and defiance. Unlike other friendly werewolves of the Blue River Pack, he always calls me the mute Omega. This reminds me of the days when I was bullied and despised in the Blood Moon Pack. I pushed through, but my arm was restrained. “Anna, your face is so red; it looks like you’re in heat,” Luke’s golden eyes scrutinized me sharply, teasing.
“Stay away from me.” I glared at him impatiently, not wanting to draw attention.
Ella, my body is so hot, I can’t bear it.
Lucy began to wiggle her wolf tail, growing weaker.
My head rang, sweat pouring out, and I pushed Luke away, running out of the estate. However, just outside the gate, I was forcefully grabbed, and my body lifted into the air. Surprisingly, Luke carried me in his arms.
“Anna, are you really in heat?” Luke lowered his head, staring into my hazy hazel eyes with interest. Then he pinched my chin, forcing me to slightly open my mouth. He inserted his fingers into my mouth, attempting to pinch my tongue, but I quickly moved my head to avoid his fingers. “Good, now this is better than being mute,” he said.
I glared at him; this pervert.
“Hummm, this time you’ve finally fallen into my hands, Omega. Don’t think I’ll let you off easily after fooling me.”
I struggled, gritting my teeth. “Luke, this is your mother’s estate. Don’t do something that would disgrace her.”
“Disgrace her? What are you talking about?” Luke lifted my chin, smirked. “Little beauty, threatening me won’t work; it’ll only arouse my interest more.”
Then Luke carried me into another building on the estate. I was furious, biting him, but his firm muscles rendered my efforts useless. At this moment, everyone in the villa was in Luna’s estate, hardly noticing my abduction. Luke threw me onto the bed in the room, and panic set in.
“Luke, don’t do anything rash. I apologize for what happened before. I can do anything to compensate you. Please let me go.”
“Compensate me?” Luke loosened his tie, kneeling on both sides of my body. “It’s too late now. I gave you a chance, Omega, and no woman has ever played me for a fool.”
Due to the heat, my mind grew hazier, and I began to long for the presence of a male. Alone in a strange and dimly lit space with Luke’s masculine hormones, fear crept in.
Ella, I want to mate!
Lucy began to whimper, and I shuddered as if stimulated.
This playboy Luke, how well he understands female wolves. He lightly chuckled, lifting strands of my hair and kissing them. “Hehe, your pheromone secretion is getting stronger. It seems your wolf can’t resist either. Anna, let me satisfy you.”
“Get away!”
“Don’t pretend. Do you know how many female wolves in the Blue Moon Pack want to get in my bed?” Luke tore off my jacket, his gaze fixed on me.
“You arrogant jerk, forcing a woman is despicable. Even if I die in heat, I won’t go to bed with you!” I glared at him fiercely, my body so weak that I could barely move.
“So virtuous. Are you still a virgin?”