My entire existence has led to this moment, the day I finally put an end to this misery, the day I pay tribute to the sacrifices of my loved ones, the day I grant freedom to the human race. All it requires is a simple pull of the trigger. I desired this, worked tirelessly for it, but inexplicably, I find myself unable to complete the task. "Do it," Bas urged in a soft whisper, a gentle smile playing on his lips. How could he find solace in a moment fraught with tension? His eyes locked onto mine, a silent challenge. Unable to contain the tears streaming down my face, I felt a flood of emotions. Sensing my hesitation, Bas delicately laid his hand on mine, guiding the gun closer to his chest. "I love you," he uttered to me. No, I couldn't endure this any longer. I shook my head, the pain becoming unbearable. "We do this in 1...2...3..." *** In a world where werewolves coexist with humans, Rebecca faces a daunting prophecy: she must become the mate of the infamous Alpha's son, Bas. Every century, the moon selects a human girl to fulfill this prophecy, destined to bear a child for her mate and then be sacrificed. But Rebecca refuses to accept her fate. Can she defy the prophecy and protect her loved ones, or will her rebellion lead to tragedy? And when she starts developing feelings for someone forbidden, what will the consequences be?
Chapter 1 Marked by the moon 1
The cry of a baby the best melody in the ears of a mother.
My mother always told me I was her greatest gift.
"Look at her, George," my mother whispered, her voice filled with affection. "Our little Rebecca is a gift from the heavens."
"She's perfect," my father declared, his eyes locking on me. In that moment, everything felt just right. After a decade of hoping and waiting, the sound of a baby's cry filled the room, but not just any baby-their baby, their precious child. Things were finally taking a turn in their favor.
Maybe they spoke to soon
His footsteps echoed through the hallway, each thud announcing his arrival. The echoes weren't just in the hallway but in the hearts of those within.
"Such a beautiful baby," he remarked with a smirk, his voice sending chills down our spines. George, my father, tightened his grip on my mother protectively, meeting his gaze with silent defiance.
"You know I always liked you, Commander," he continued, his words dripping with perverse amusement. "And the heavens decided to bless you by making us a family." The mockery in his tone sent shivers down our collective spines, the realization of an unholy alliance tightening its grip on our joy.
Summoning a flicker of courage, my father stepped forward, desperation etched in his eyes. "Darius, she's just a child," he pleaded, his voice carrying the weight of a father's desperate entreaty.
Darius, feigning surprise, opened his eyes wide, a façade of innocence. "I would never hurt a child, especially the one destined to bring an heir to my son," he declared, his gaze shifting between me and my mother. But beneath the veneer of false reassurance, a sinister truth lingered.
Drawing closer, Darius leaned in, his voice a venomous whisper clawing at my father's senses. "But you know a prophecy is a prophecy, and I will come back for her. I do hope you give her to me. I would hate to slash that beautiful throat of yours and Linda... in law," he hissed, the subtle threat hanging heavy in the air. Just as he was about to leave, he turned to my mother with a bright smile on his face. "Congratulations, Linda," and with that, he was gone, leaving the room steeped in tension.
***
The soft sand filled my legs as I ran around the playground, my favorite place to be. The sounds of birds and the laughter of children always made me feel safe. I turned around, and there stood my mother, watching me play. She smiled and waved, and I reciprocated. It was my sixth birthday, and my parents had planned a fun-filled day for me.
"Becca, come, let's play on the swings!" my friend exclaimed, pulling me towards the swing set.
While my friends played on the swings, a man approached, holding a captivating flower. It had a rare, beautiful black color. I accepted it with a smile, and the stranger pointed ahead. There, a tall man stood with a powerful aura. He smiled at me. I couldn't explain the uneasy feeling that washed over me, but the sight of him made me shiver in fear.
I quickly sought out my mother. "Mum, Mum, look at this," I said, showing her the unique flower. "Where did you get this from?" she asked as she examined the flower.
"A very handsome man gave it to me."
"And who could that be? I've never..." Suddenly, a realization struck my mother. She looked at me, attempting to compose herself, but I could see right through her. "Honey, I need you to take me to this man."
I gave her a gentle nod and led her to where the stranger had been, but to my greatest surprise, he was gone. "He was just right here," I murmured.
My mom swiftly picked me up, and we rushed into the car. I wondered why we had to leave so unexpectedly.
Tousling on my bed, I awoke from a sleep filled with uneasy dreams. The dim glow of the moonlight seeped through my bedroom window, casting shadows that danced along the walls. The creaky floorboards beneath my feet groaned softly as I navigated my way to the kitchen.
However, my journey came to an abrupt halt as my ears caught the strains of my mother's worried voice. It echoed through the quiet darkness, each word etched with a palpable sense of concern. In the living room, she paced with restless energy.
"We have to get out of here," she declared, her words hanging heavy in the air.
"Running won't solve this, Linda," my dad's voice resonated, a counterpoint to the tense atmosphere.
The weight of the situation pressed on my mother, and frustration painted her face as she exclaimed, "Then what do we do? Do you expect me to watch and do nothing?"
"Of course not! Do you think I don't wake up scared that our precious baby will be gone? Every day is a nightmare for me. But if we run, he's going to come for us, and he's going to kill us. I can't let that happen," my dad confessed, his footsteps carrying him to my mother as he embraced her in a soft hug.
"I can't lose her, George. I can't," she whispered, her words barely audible.
I couldn't hold back my feelings, so I went closer, and tears streamed down my face. The room felt smaller, like a storm was coming. Even though I was young, I could tell that something was really, really wrong.
Seeing me, my parents quickly rushed, enveloping me in a hug that sought to shield and reassure. "I'm sorry, baby... don't cry about anything. Everything's fine, my mom said, attempting to soothe me. But even though I was young, I could sense that she wasn't telling the whole truth.
"I won't let anything happen to you," my dad promised
"You're safe with us."
Chapter 1 Marked by the moon 1
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Chapter 2 Marked by the moon 2
07/06/2024
Chapter 3 Marked by the moon 3
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Chapter 4 Marked by the moon 4
07/06/2024
Chapter 5 Marked by the moon 5
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Chapter 6 Marked by the moon 6
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Chapter 7 Marked by the moon 7
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Chapter 8 Marked by the moon 8
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Chapter 9 Marked by the moon 9
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Chapter 10 Marked by the moon 10
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Chapter 11 Marked by the moon 11
07/06/2024
Chapter 12 Marked by the moon 12
11/06/2024
Chapter 13 Marked by the moon 13
11/06/2024
Chapter 14 Marked by the moon 14
11/06/2024
Chapter 15 Marked by the Moon 15
12/06/2024
Chapter 16 Marked by the Moon 16
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Chapter 17 Marked by the Moon 17
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Chapter 18 Marked by the Moon 18
12/06/2024
Chapter 19 Marked by the Moon 19
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Chapter 20 Marked by the Moon 20
12/06/2024
Chapter 21 Marked by the Moon 21
17/06/2024
Chapter 22 Marked by the Moon 22
19/06/2024
Chapter 23 Marked by the Moon 23
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Chapter 24 Marked by the Moon 24
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Chapter 25 Marked by the Moon 25
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Chapter 26 Marked by the Moon 26
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Chapter 27 Marked by the Moon 27
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Chapter 28 Marked by the Moon
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Chapter 29 Marked by the Moon 29
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Chapter 30 Marked by then Moon 30
19/06/2024
Chapter 31 Marked by the Moon 31
20/06/2024
Chapter 32 Marked by the Moon 32
20/06/2024
Chapter 33 Marked by the Moon 33
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Chapter 34 Marked by the Moon 34
20/06/2024
Chapter 35 Marked by the Moon 35
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Chapter 36 Marked by the Moon 36
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Chapter 37 Marked by the Moon 37
20/06/2024
Chapter 38 Marked by the Moon 38
20/06/2024
Chapter 39 Marked by the Moon 39
25/06/2024
Chapter 40 Marked by the Moon 40
25/06/2024