Alpha Elijah gathered his secret group, armed with evidence against Kael's treacherous plans. Zara, planted within Kael's inner circle, provided crucial intel. Kael's mistake was approaching her, unaware of Elijah's strategic move.
Moons later, Elijah prepared to journey to Wolfsburg, Wolfland's central hub, where King Kaiden Wulfric ruled alongside Queen Lunaria and Princess Ophelia. The kingdom's leadership was centralized, with the king overseeing all alpha heads, who formed the Council of Elders.
With the palace meeting mere days away, Elijah readied his warrior guards. Beta Axel would lead the pack in his absence. Elijah couldn't bear to leave Aria, so he decided to bring her, disguised as his personal guard.
Their journey, typically a day's ride using wolf speed, became a longer, more leisurely trip on horseback due to Aria's human limitations. They made stops at Clawston, Wulfgar, and Ravenhollow packs, accommodating Aria's needs.
At Ravenhollow, Elijah took Aria to the breathtaking Moonstone Spring, a sacred site for newly mated couples. Their union remained secret, hidden from his subjects to avoid sparking conspiracy.
Aria gasped, "This is beautiful!"
Elijah smiled, "Yes, it is. This is the Moonstone River, home of the Moon Goddess."
As they stood alone, Elijah helped Aria shed her guard disguise. He stepped into the warm water, illuminated by the moon above.
"Join me," Elijah invited, his eyes locked on Aria.
Fireflies danced around them as Aria entered the water. Their soft glow enveloped the couple.
Aria marveled, "Wow! Does this happen always?"
Elijah chuckled, "No, I guess they accept you."
Their lips met in a tender kiss, surrounded by the swirling fireflies.
"We're to bond in the Moonstone River," Elijah whispered, "a custom for newly mated."
Aria nodded, and Elijah's hands cradled her bare breasts.
In this serene moment, their love shone brighter than the moon.
Aria's hands found his beast under the warm water. She rubs it for more agitation.
Elijah's lips finds her nipples gently kissing and sucking on that like a little child would to his mother.
Aria's slow, sweet moans are heard as he continues the sucking of her boobs.
Aria's hands leaves his harden beast for his head holding his body for balance.
His hands found her inner openings and gently puts in a finger then two. He fingers her in the water. Aria's legs shiver and shakes as she feels an intense orgasm leaving her.
Right there in the water, above knee length, Elijah puts his swollen beast into her juicy warmth and make sweet Moonstone bond to her.
It was gentle at first till his wolf came to. He began brutal under the full moon. His wolf senses were hypersensitive as he thrusts in deeply and faster into her warmth. It's a mixture of pain and pleasure for Aria but she focuses more on the pleasure ecstacy.
Her moans and his low grunts were like melodic songs under the moonlight. His change in tone alerts Aria of his coming release. She came so hard with him. They both fell flat into the water. The water washes away their sweat and release.
Elijah holds Aria in the water in a warm embrace. She takes a long time to recover from the explosive release.
When she's a little back to normal, Elijah plugs his harden beast into her warmth again, this time from the back. He holds her waist and thrusts into her warmth. The sound of her ass and his body meeting in the water made a crazy rhythm in the water. The splash of water making her warmth filled with water.
Still immersed in the Moonstone River's warm waters, Elijah and Aria floated together, their love radiating like the moon's gentle beams. Another hour of passionate union had passed, leaving them serene and entwined.
Aria gazed upward, mesmerized. "The moon looks like it's smiling at us."
Elijah's eyes crinkled at the corners. "Who wouldn't smile at a beautiful white-haired goddess like you?"
Aria's cheeks flushed, and Elijah's heart skipped a beat. Her vulnerability was captivating.
"I love it here," Aria whispered, her voice barely audible over the gentle lapping of the water.
Elijah's arms tightened around her. "I'll bring you back whenever you desire. This will be our sanctuary."
Aria's eyes sparkled. "I'd adore that. The fireflies dancing around us make me feel enchanted."
"You're the enchantment," Elijah whispered, his voice telepathic: "The prophecy spoke of your beauty, but it's just a fraction of what makes you extraordinary."
Aria's gaze snapped to his, surprise mingling with curiosity. "You know about the prophecy?"
Elijah nodded. "Everyone in Wolfland does. I never expected you to be the prophecy child, but you're special to me – prophecy or not."
Tears welled in Aria's eyes, her heart overflowing. Elijah's words were balm to her soul.
His lips found hers again, their kiss tender and reassuring. The fireflies swirled faster, as if celebrating their love.
In this magical moment, Elijah knew he'd protect Aria from any danger, no matter the cost.
As they broke apart from their kiss, Aria's tears dripped into the water, mingling with the moon's reflection.
"Elijah, why do you believe in me?" she asked, her voice trembling.
Elijah's fingers traced her jawline. "Because I see the goodness in you, the strength and resilience. Prophecy or not, you're my mate, my everything."
Aria's heart swelled. No one had ever made her feel so seen, so loved.
With reluctance, they exited the Moonstone River, dressing in comfortable silence. As they mounted their horses, Elijah handed Aria a cloak.
"For the journey ahead," he said, his eyes crinkling.
Aria smiled, wrapping the cloak around her. "Thank you."
Their entourage awaited them at Ravenhollow pack's edge. Lila, Elijah's Gamma, raised an eyebrow at Aria's radiant glow.
"Alpha?" Lila asked, subtly inquiring about Aria's presence.
Elijah's expression remained neutral. "Aria accompanies me to Wolfsburg. Ensure her safety."
Lila nodded, his gaze softening toward Aria.
As they rode toward Wolfsburg, the palace meeting loomed ahead. Elijah knew the stakes: convincing King Kaiden Wulfric to try Kael for treason.
Aria's hand found Elijah's, their fingers intertwining.
"What will happen at the palace?" she asked, her voice barely audible over the horse's hooves.
Elijah's jaw clenched. "We'll face the Council of Elders. I'll present evidence against Kael."
Aria's grip tightened. "And if they don't believe you?"
Elijah's eyes locked onto hers. "Then we'll face whatever comes next, together."
Their destination, Wolfsburg, rose before them – a fortress of grandeur, politics, and ancient power.