Under The Moonlight : Alpha's Bride

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end of anxiety and elation swirling within me. It was undoubtedl

n that sweeps you off your feet and envelops you in a cocoon of care and devotion. And there I stood, on the v

of his affection left me wondering what made me so special in his eyes. The anticipation was mixe

n immaculate white maxi dress, and an exquisite long veil ca

tion, dressed in a tailored gray suit highlighted by a burgundy tie. I could feel

atures among the sea of human faces, hidden beneath the mask of ordinary humanity. It was a carefully curated crow

the complexities of life but simultaneously sheltering me from its worst blows. I found refuge, nutrition, and the seeds of hope and d

family after my blood deserted me in the depths

responsibility to his pack to be by my side. His father, on the other hand, flatly refused to a

. However, he dared to ignore his father's desires and proposed to me against hi

ng me over his pack, becoming the only anchor I had left aft

of childhood, my life on the merciless streets was a continual struggle. Every day was a struggle for survival, a nev

y caused me to question my purpose. Why did I put up with such adversity? Why was I given life in th

esence who accepted me for who I truly was. He became my confidant

e aisle, his excitement oozed from every pore, and his gentle kiss on my brow kindled a warmth within me that def

ssomed between Logan and me. He made no qualms about expressing his adoration i

n the aisle together, his presence filling the vacuum created by absent family member

. Logan's steady smile danced upon his lips as we stood face to face, the pr

iceless moment that would live on in the depths of our hearts. We stood in front of each other, ready

unexpected opening of the door. Eight men in a blue and black tux

iately," Edward's terrified voice screamed through the microphone. "We have received informat

ed hall emptied in an instant, a sea of surging bodies seeking sanctuary.

in perplexity. "What is the signifi

name is Edward Elijah, and that man over there," h

s wrist, and his gaze concealed behind stylish glasses. He oozed affluence and s

owed with surpris

d to Logan for an explanation, my voice

as he responded, "He is a

ance, don't we?" Edward, enthralled by

man bun, and he sported a well-groomed ducktail beard. He removed his glasses with casual confidenc

er's presence, couldn't help bu

someone look at me so intently, as if they already knew who I was? It

come to claim what is rightfully mine," quietly

confusion as he said, "I do

ed firmly as he decla

to control my confusion. "Have we eve

ement of Wonder." Xavier's demeanor remained unchanging, his eyes unflinching as he

ut," I said, my voice shaking

c but confident: "All will

s quickly raised their firearms, their steely gazes fixed on me. Loga

he said, "Let us not taint thi

d closer to me, his eyes scanning my f

red me, and his failure to provide any cl

illingly?" I retorted. "I'd rather ki

e in an attempt to scare me, h

lared emphatically, m

revolver toward Logan and solemnly declaring, "Would yo

t. I couldn't face the thought of being apart from hi

ces," Logan screamed, his voice t

of wills, with my heart caught in the crossfire, divided be

heir movements swift and forceful. The atmosphere was packed with the inten

cut short as Xavier tightened his grip on my neck. My breathing became shallow, and I fe

demise," said Xavier, his voice drippi

y, his claws growing longer. But Xavier quickly let go of my neck and

heart thumping against my chest. As I approached Logan's

or are you willing to make a sacrifice to save his life?"

trength, his resolve unshakeable. Xavier was playing a hazardous

both grief and confusion. He couldn't believe I w

me, tears flowed down my cheeks. The room seemed to

established his control. Even though he talked quietly, his co

you comply without question," said Xavier,

me, a sign of the life he wanted me to accept,

ered two rings. Xavier handed me an exte

re supposed to follow blindly to save

ssive personality, which he was

ring ceremony is part of the wed

s eyes seeking any hint of submission in me. "You hav

lance, and I knew that any decision I made

glimpse of Logan, his feeble form straining to rise. I w

Logan and my fear of losing him forever. I was aware th

my hand, put the ring on my finger,

atulating him, while Logan and I were st

xclaimed enthusiastically. "