"I didn't think I would see you again." Zaccai's raspy voice was low and strained as he stared at me with longing. I smiled wryly. "I didn't come back to rekindle our bonds, Alpha," I reminded him, each word dropping with dark amusement. "But, isn't it fitting that I left an exile-and returned as a queen?" Zaccai's jaw clenched, regret flashing in his eyes. "If I could go back, I'd change everything." "Too late for that," I whispered. ~~~ After being rejected by her fated mate and cast out as an 'Omega'. Zara is left shattered and alone; with her heart broken and loyalty destroyed, she vows revenge on the pack she was outcast. Years later, Zara returns as the rogue queen feared by many packs, and now she's here to execute her mission. Make the Alpha, her mate who betrayed her, feel the weight of his choice and understand the strength she's gained beyond his reach, but as Zara steps back into the territory, she discovers a painful secret, and now she's torn between confronting the bond or taking her vengeance.
Chapter 1 Zara pov
A sinister smile crept on my lips as I ventured into the woods. The early morning sunlight filtering through the trees in golden color. Most werewolves liked to hunt in the evening or night, but I loved the morning and afternoon hunting. It is daring and makes my adrenaline gush. I don't come like a thief in the night, but a master ready to take control.
My eyes darted everywhere like the predator I was, the wind slapping my face, leaves making their rustling sounds, and birdsong echoing in the forest. I stopped on my tracks abruptly. I knew someone was tailing me, but I needed the person to be close enough so I could attack and be on the upper hand.
My claws elongated, and after the count of two, I had pinned the figure to a nearby tree, my claws pressed against the soft skin of his neck, ready to strike.
"Jamie?" I called out, my voice laced with surprise as recognition dawned on me. His unmistakable blonde hair, now disheveled, framed his angular face. His dark brown eyes that once sparkled with warmth now widened in fear.
The shock on my face was replaced with annoyance.
"Hi, Zara," he mouthed with a grin plastered on his face, his fear now disappearing. I scowled at him and withdrew my hands.
"Didn't I make it known to you guys that I do not want anyone tailing after me? What if I had lost control and snapped your head?" I growled at him. Still annoyed that he didn't take heed to my warning.
"Well, good news is you didn't lose control, and also I can't leave you all alone in the forest. You know how dangerous it is for us," he reminded me of the danger here in the forest, his voice laced with worry. I knew he was concerned for me, but then.
"I'm not a kid, Jamie; I know how to fend for myself," I snapped at him. The smile on his face wiped off; I knew he wanted to oppose me.
Of course, he is one of my closest friends and someone I've saved in the hands of his pack. I understand his concern.
"I could tag along. I know you are strong and all of that, but that won't stop me from being worried; you are our queen Zara, and none of us want to lose you," He whined while I rolled my eyes.
"I am your queen, and a strong one at that. You and I know I'm good at soloing," I stated, my arms crossed around my chest.
"See, no one can figure out what pack I am from. I took the herbs that hide our scent, and I'm also stronger and faster. I won't tie you down," he tried to bargain, but I had already made up my mind.
"Get your blonde ass back to the den and take care of the rest till I'm back. Make sure to look out for dangers, and don't forget to signal for help when it becomes too dangerous; we don't know when those lousy werewolves with packs will attack," I declared, and he nodded his head. Hesitation is still evident in his dark brown eyes.
"Za-"
"Go now!" I ordered. Time is far spent trying to change his mind. He needed to go so I could go on with my mini mission. He glanced at me one last time before nodding his head in approval and dashed into the woods, back to the place where he came from.
No one must know our hideout, not now.
Once I was sure he was gone, I went deeper into the woods.
***
I crouched low to the ground, my eyes fixed on the patrol group navigating the forest trail. It's a good thing they're out of their pack's borders; it's easy for me to pick them out and do whatever it is I wanted to do.
I covered my face with a mask, my hair styled in a low bun covered with a net. With calculated precision, I began my ambush. Taking a wolf down silently with a swift kick to the jaw, rendering him unconscious.
A swift slash of my claw on his cheeks to draw an intricate, curved line. The next wolf came in too easily; he was caught in a snare I had prepared earlier. As he struggled, I whispered, "Your Alpha's reign ends soon." I hit a vital spot on his neck to make him unconscious so I could brand his forehead just as I did to the other one.
As soon as I was done, I heard someone call out to one of the wolves I had made unconscious.
"Caleb!" the voice called out once again, becoming more alarming. As much as I would love to cause a riot in the pack, now isn't the time. As I checked around to see if there's a way to knock out this flamingo trying to call attention, I realized there were four more people together with her.
"Nice," I grumbled, closing my eyes. Taking all five wasn't an issue; I didn't want any noise. I clenched my fist, knowing I would have to come again next time before my main appearance.
No matter how strong their defense is, I would still have my way around this pack. There are a lot of scores that need to be settled soon.
All of those sick people in this pack, especially the elders, and that power-hungry, arrogant Alpha should wait for my return. I'm not here to only ruin the pack, just like I've done to other packs that I've ambushed, but to rule over this pack. Crescent Pack, the strongest pack of all.
I'm going to make your Alpha plead for mercy; make the elders beg for their lives. There is so much I want to do with y'all, but that's for later, not today. I gritted my teeth, anger boiled in my blood as I took one last look at the pack.
'Very soon, Zara, the Crescent Pack pack will soon be yours.' I raised my hand, covering my tracks as I dashed back into the forest.
Chapter 1 Zara pov
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Chapter 2 Zaccai pov
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Chapter 3 Zara pov
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Chapter 4 Zara pov
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Chapter 5 Zaccai pov
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Chapter 6 Zara pov
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Chapter 7 Zara pov
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Chapter 8 Celine pov
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Chapter 9 Lucian pov
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Chapter 10 Zaccai pov
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Chapter 11 Zara pov
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Chapter 12 Zaccai pov
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Chapter 13 Zaccai pov
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Chapter 14 Zara pov
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Chapter 15 Zaccai pov
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Chapter 16 Fenrir pov
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Chapter 17 Zara pov
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Chapter 18 Celine pov
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Chapter 19 Zaccai pov
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