Claimed By My Cruel Alpha

Welcome to Lahpiaro

Five Years ago

kirian's P.O.V.

I took a deep breath as I stepped out of the school gates. The last exam of junior year was over. My heart felt lighter than it had in years.

"Free at last," I whispered to myself, a small smile tugging at my lips.

But this wasn't just about school ending. For me, it meant so much more. Let me tell you why.

I'm kirian Westwood, and I'm a werewolf. Yeah, you heard that right. I live in a town called Lahpiaro with my mom, dad, and little sister. Our town's name comes from two old words - 'Lah' for moon and 'Piaro' for river. It fits because we're in the middle of a forest, next to a small river. And us werewolves? We're crazy about the moon.

Most people here are werewolves, part of the Crimson Crescent pack. There are only a few humans, maybe 2%, and they're all linked to our pack somehow. It's like a small country, or a whole different world.

Now, you might think, "Wow, living in a werewolf town must be cool!" But trust me, it's not all fun and games.

See, werewolves are like wolves. We're loyal and we take care of our own. But we can also be mean and power-hungry. Our pack has strict rules, and if you break them? You're either kicked out or... well, let's not talk about the other option.

It's tough, but most people manage. The real problem? That's Sebastian  Wolfe, the alpha's son and the next in line to lead the pack. He's been in my class since middle school, and he's made my life a living nightmare.

I still remember the day it all started. We were in seventh grade, and suddenly, I was Sebastian 's new target. He and his gang - Aiden, Emily, Lyla, Winter, Jeremy, and Hose - began picking on me.

At first, it was just words. Then they started throwing stuff at me - paper, water, even coffee. They made me run errands for them. I couldn't say anything because, well, Sebastian  was going to be our future alpha.

But high school? That's when things got really bad.

I can still feel that first punch. I was two minutes late bringing Sebastian 's lunch, and bam! His fist connected with my face. Everyone was shocked, even his friends. But no one said anything. He was the future alpha, after all.

The attacks got worse over time. I kept quiet, thinking I could handle it. I didn't want to lose my family, my home, my life.

Then, six months ago, everything changed.

I was in the bathroom when Sebastian  and some of his friends cornered me. Before I knew what was happening, I was on the ground, curled up in a ball as they kicked and punched me.

My vision blurred. I tasted blood. It hurt. It hurt so much.

Then... darkness.

I woke up three days later in the hospital. Three broken ribs, five fractures, and a broken leg. And that was with our werewolf healing!

That's when I finally told my parents. We cried together in that white hospital room for what felt like hours.

As I lay in bed recovering, I made a decision. I couldn't stay in this pack anymore. But I couldn't just leave either. Running away would mean being hunted down. So, I came up with a plan.

I asked my parents if I could transfer to a high school in Lunardel, where my uncle Max lived. It wasn't easy, but they agreed. Then came the hard part - getting the alpha's permission.

Luckily, our current alpha, Gregory Wolfe, is a good guy. I told him about my dream of studying architecture, and how there was a great university near Lunardel. He agreed to let me go.

It was the best day of my life.

Now, here I was, one step closer to freedom. Just one more month of combat training, and then I'd be gone.

"It's okay," I whispered to myself. "Just one more month and it'll all be over."

But there was still one thing bothering me. Tomorrow was my sixteenth birthday - the day werewolves can find their mates. I was excited, sure, but also scared. What if my mate was from this pack? I'd be stuck here forever.

My wolf, Vlad, was jumping with excitement inside me.

"I know, buddy," I said softly. "I can't wait to meet our mate either. But please, Lunar Goddess, let them be from another pack."

As I walked home, lost in thought, I didn't notice Sebastian  and his gang coming towards me until it was too late.

"Well, well, well," Sebastian  sneered. "If it isn't little kirian. Enjoying your last day of freedom?"

I froze, my heart pounding. "W-what do you mean?"

Sebastian 's grin widened. "Oh, you didn't know? Starting tomorrow, you'll be spending your summer training with us. Alpha's orders."

My stomach dropped. This couldn't be happening. "But... but I have plans. I'm supposed to-"

"Supposed to what?" Sebastian  cut me off. "Run away to another school? Did you really think we wouldn't find out?"

I felt the blood drain from my face. How did they know?

Aiden stepped forward, his eyes gleaming with malice. "You should see your face right now, kirian. Priceless."

I wanted to run, but my feet felt glued to the ground. Sebastian  circled me slowly, like a predator stalking its prey.

"Let me make this clear," he growled. "You're not going anywhere. You belong to this pack - to me. And I'm going to make sure you never forget it."

Suddenly, a familiar voice cut through the tension. "Hey! What's going on here?"

I turned to see my best friend, Lily, jogging towards us. Sebastian  and his gang stepped back, their faces instantly transforming into innocent masks.

"Nothing," Sebastian  said smoothly. "Just having a friendly chat with kirian here. Right, kirian?"

I nodded stiffly, not trusting my voice.

Lily looked skeptical but didn't push it. "Okay... Well, kirian, your mom called. She wants you home for dinner."

"Thanks, Lily," I managed to say. "I'll head there now."

As I walked away with Lily, I could feel Sebastian 's eyes burning into my back. My mind was racing. How did they find out about my transfer? What was I going to do now?

"kirian? Are you okay?" Lily's concerned voice broke through my thoughts.

I forced a smile. "Yeah, I'm fine. Just tired from exams, you know?"

She didn't look convinced, but she let it go. As we walked, I couldn't shake the feeling that my carefully laid plans were crumbling around me.