Wolf’s Deception

Ivana's Pov I stood in the midst of the Lupine Valley, my heart shattered into a million pieces. The tears streamed down my face, my silvery hair clinging to my cheeks as I cried out in anguish. The lifeless body of my mate lay before me, a victim of the curse that plagued my existence. The pack members stood around me, their faces a mix of fear and disdain. They believed I was the harbinger of death, a cursed being that brought destruction to anyone who dared to love me. “Why… why does this curse haunt me?” I sobbed, my voice choked with grief and despair. “You should have never been allowed to be a part of this pack, Ivana,” Alpha Marcus growled, his voice laced with bitterness. “Your cursed presence has cost us too many lives already.” I looked up at him, my eyes red and swollen from the tears. “I never asked for this curse,” I whispered, my voice barely audible. “I never wanted to be a vessel of death.” The pack members shifted uncomfortably, avoiding eye contact with me as if my very gaze could bring them harm. I could feel their fear, their belief that I was a dangerous omen that needed to be cast out. “You need to leave, Ivana,” Beta Luna spoke with a firm tone, her voice filled with a mixture of pity and judgment. “We can’t risk any more lives because of your curse.” Tears continued to flow down my face as I nodded, my heart heavy with sorrow. Without another word, I turned and walked away from the pack that had once been my family. I was alone now, an outcast destined to wander the world in solitude. Weeks passed, as I traveled through unknown lands. The weight of my curse burdened my every step, my heart aching for the love and acceptance I had lost. I found solace in the moon’s gentle glow, seeking guidance and understanding from the Moon Goddess who had cursed me. One night, as I gazed up at the sky, a rustling sound caught my attention. I turned, my eyes widening as I saw a group of wolves approaching me. They were from the rival Crescent Moon pack, their eyes filled with a mixture of curiosity and hunger. “Well, well, what do we have here?” a voice sneered from the darkness. It was Jared, the Alpha’s younger brother, his eyes glinting with mischief. I stood my ground, my gaze unwavering. “What do you want from me?” I asked, my voice laced with defiance. Jared smirked, stepping closer. “I’ve heard about your curse, Ivana. The Moon Goddess herself seems to have a twisted sense of humor.” His words were laced with both fascination and cruelty. I clenched my fists, my nails digging into my palms. “What do you want?” I repeated, my voice trembling with a mix of fear and defiance. Jared’s smirk widened. “I have a proposition for you, Ivana. A contract, if you will. Sign it, and I promise you, your curse will be broken.” My heart skipped a beat at the mention of breaking the curse. Could it be true? Could I finally be free from this cycle of death and despair? “What’s the catch?” I asked cautiously, my eyes narrowing. Jared chuckled, the sound dripping with amusement. “Oh, there’s always a catch, my dear. In exchange for breaking your curse, you will have to mate with the Alpha’s triplets: Derek, Adam, and Ethan.” I felt a surge of both hope and hesitation. Could I trust this offer? Could I trust the intentions behind it? “What guarantee do I have that this isn’t some cruel trick?” I asked, my voice trembling. Jared’s eyes bore into mine, his smirk replaced by a serious expression. “I can only offer you my word, Ivana. But I assure you, breaking your curse is in my best interest as well.” I weighed my options, my mind racing with conflicting thoughts and emotions. The chance to be free from this curse was tempting, but the risks were great. I took a deep breath, my voice resolute. “I appreciate the offer, Jared, but I can’t simply agree to mate with strangers,” I replied, my voice firm. “There are too many unknowns, too many risks involved.” Jared’s expression hardened, his eyes narrowing. “You don’t have much of a choice, Ivana,” he retorted, his tone tinged with a hint of menace. “Either you sign the contract and have a chance at breaking your curse, or you continue living as an outcast, wandering aimlessly until death claims you.” My heart sank at his words, the weight of my loneliness pressing down upon me. The thought of remaining an outcast, forever cursed and shunned, was unbearable. But the idea of binding myself to strangers, to be at their mercy, filled me with trepidation. Before I could respond, Jared motioned to his pack members, and they swiftly surrounded me. Their eyes held a mix of curiosity and hunger, as if I were nothing more than a prize to be won. “Lock her up,” Jared commanded, his voice devoid of emotion. “She’s not going anywhere until she agrees to our terms.” I struggled against their grasp, but their grip was strong. I was powerless, trapped in their clutches, as they dragged me away to their pack’s territory. Days turned into weeks as I endured their mistreatment. They treated me as nothing more than a captive, a cursed creature to be scorned and tormented. The pack members taunted me, reminding me of the death and destruction that seemed to follow in my wake. In the confines of my makeshift prison, I pondered my options. The darkness threatened to consume me, but a small glimmer of hope remained. Breaking the curse could mean freedom, a chance to reclaim my life. But at what cost? After much deliberation, I came to a decision. I had to accept the contract offer. The risks were great, but the potential rewards outweighed the fear that gripped my heart. On the day of my decision, I was led out of my prison and brought before the Alpha’s triplets: Derek, Adam, and Ethan. Their gazes met mine, each holding a different emotion. Derek’s eyes reflected kindness, Adam’s held a hint of mischief, and Ethan’s revealed a quiet strength. I took a deep breath, steeling myself for what lay ahead. The contract was laid before me, the words written in elegant script. With trembling hands, I picked up the pen and prepared to sign. But as the tip of the pen hovered over the paper, doubt gnawed at my resolve. Was this truly the right path? Could I trust these strangers to fulfill their end of the bargain? My hand trembled, indecision paralyzing me. The triplets watched me intently, their eyes filled with anticipation. And in that moment, I knew that my choice would shape the course of my destiny. With a mixture of fear and determination, I finally lowered the pen and pressed it against the contract, signing my name. And as the ink dried on the page, sealing my fate, a sense of foreboding settled over me. What had I just agreed to? What awaited me in the arms of the triplets?