Alpha Merci

After a humiliating scandal tanks her once bright career, former child star Selene Grey gets a second chance in an highly anticipated drama. But as she’s ready to reclaim the spotlight, things go horribly wrong. Christopher Hart is everything the media claims he is, calm, composed and dangerously charming. But behind the cameras, he’s hiding something, something not quite human. When Selene is attacked and discovers that Christopher is a werewolf, her world unravels and she is trapped between the new world of supernaturals and a new change for fame. After all, everyone in this industry’s just acting. Most especially the monsters. #werewolf #vampire #scandal "Selene, I'm not trying to kill you. Just open the door so we can talk, please." "Oh wow. How generous of you." I rolled my eyes. "Hey babe, I'm not here to kill you, just to casually drink your blood and then gaslight you about it later." "Oh, so you do remember?" Shit. "You're being unreasonable." Unreasonable? Me? "You literally grew fangs and decided to have me as appetizer, now, you managed to stalk me and get my address and I'm the unreasonable one?" I heard him mutter a prayer. "Please, open the door." That sounded like a threat. I didn't like that. "Does garlic work against you?" "I'm not a freaking vampire." "Then what are you?" I yelled. "I promise, I'm not going to bite you. Please, just open the door and hear me out." "You're not going to bite me?" I asked cautiously. "No." "Are you lying?" "…No?"

Three centuries ago, Lucien Vale made a mistake that cost him his soul. Once a charming, reckless vampire noble, Lucien broke the heart of a powerful woman who cursed him with an insatiable hunger — a punishment that left him condemned to wander the earth, feeding without satisfaction, desire burning through his veins like wildfire. His betrayal brought exile, shame, and centuries of emptiness. His only companion? His also-cursed best friend — the only one who stood by him when the vampire kingdoms cast him out. Together, they’ve survived in the shadows of the human world, hiding their identities, burying their power, and pretending to be something less than what they truly are. Lucien had made peace with his misery. That is… until Aria walked into his life. She is everything he shouldn't want. Everything he can't resist. A struggling bartender with dreams buried under reality, Aria never imagined one night, one alley, and one dangerously beautiful man would change her life forever. When Lucien saves her from an unseen threat—and then pins her to a wall with a kiss that shatters her—she's thrown into a world she never knew existed. A world of blood, power, desire... and monsters. But Lucien isn't like the others. He’s a predator, yes. But also a man tormented by his past, desperate for redemption, and inexplicably drawn to her blood, her voice, her light. Their connection is more than lust. It’s ancient. Fated. She ignites something inside him he thought long dead—a love fierce enough to break the curse. Yet love is never easy in the vampire world. Old enemies rise. Secrets unravel. And the curse? It's not done with him yet. As Aria falls deeper into Lucien’s dark, addictive embrace, she must decide if she’s strong enough to love a monster—and if that love is powerful enough to rewrite fate itself. > Sinful. Addictive. Devastatingly romantic. At His Mercy is a dark, erotic vampire romance about second chances, ancient curses, blood-bound passion, and the kind of love that consumes you… and saves you. He was cursed to hunger forever. Until he hungered for her.

She was born human. He thought she was a murderer. But fate had other plans. Aurora never knew the world of werewolves existed, until she was imprisoned in the mansion of Alpha Brynn and caught in the crossfire between love, betrayal, and blood. Theodore, the cold and calculating heir, believes another woman is his mate. But when fate leads him to Aurora instead, everything he thought he knew begins to unravel. After a deadly betrayal and a near-fatal attack, Theodore is forced to turn Aurora into a werewolf to save her life. But before they can reunite, a powerful spell steals her memory, and Theodore is led to believe she killed his father. Now hunted by the man she unknowingly saved, Aurora must survive the supernatural world she never asked to enter... and discover the truth about who she really is.

"I told you not to touch me," Audrey said. "In front of people," He reminded her. Audrey could feel the smirk in his voice. ~~~ Audrey's seventeen years in the Grey Blood pack were like a caged animal. She lived each day dreading the next unexpected thing the Alpha could punish her for. Audrey tried hard to understand the mysterious dream she'd been having, but nothing made sense to her, she was lost. She wished to be freed from the Grey Blood pack, but she lost all hope of survival when she found herself locked and chained in the cold dark dungeon. She hated him, she cursed him as her blood drained from her. She was happy to die and go away from that monster-alpha. Audrey awoke in a magical world where she learned everything about herself, she cultivated herself to become the strongest wolf and witch alive. One item though, led her back to the last place she wanted to be. Alpha Aloha Lake ruled the Grey Blood pack, the largest and strongest pack in the States. He was known to be brutal, even the mafia feared him. Nothing or anyone bothered him, except one; the damned bitch Audrey. He hated her, and he would make her pay for her mother's sins. But he could not kill her...yet. Alpha Lake emotionlessly stared at Audrey's bleeding body that lay on the cold dungeon floor, he ordered his beta to dispose of her without a second thought. One year later the enemies met again. Will hatred be the only emotion they share? Could they resist the fatal attraction they felt for each other?

Rejected by her mate, she had a one-night stand with a stranger the same day. Selene is ousted by her pack after she's discovered to be pregnant. She returns five years later, only for the Alpha of their pack, who happened to be her mate who rejected her, now wants her back. Will Selene forgive him and get back together? Who's the mysterious man from that night, the father of her triplets?

In every apocalypse story Zane ever read, humanity evolved—unlocking powers just in time to survive. But when the real apocalypse struck, nothing happened. No miracles. No awakenings. Just silence, death, and the slow unraveling of civilization. Born into one of the most powerful families on Earth—the second, unwanted son of the President of the United States—Zane should’ve lived a life of privilege. Instead, he was a secret. An embarrassment. Ignored at home. Bullied at school. Invisible to the world. When everything collapsed, people clung to power and bloodlines to survive. Zane was cast into Zone F—the lowest of the low—while his family took shelter in the fortified sanctuary of Zone SS+. It was a death sentence. But fate had other plans. A Gemini monster emerged. And just as Zane braced for death, a portal ripped open—dragging him before a being more ancient and powerful than anything on Earth. In a realm beyond pain and time, he was broken, rebuilt, and reborn. Trained to kill. Forged into a weapon. Now he’s back—a walking disaster. No longer weak. No longer invisible. And no longer merciful. The world now runs on strength—one ruled by monsters, might, and the brutal Interplanetary Awakeners Tournament [IAT] where the strong devour the weak. After a lifetime of being cast aside, why would Zane save anyone? Why show mercy to those who never gave him a second glance? Can a world that never showed mercy survive a man who’s forgotten how to give it? ERROR 001: Mercy Not Found The apocalypse was just the beginning. Zane Walker became the end.

A group of wolves, a gathering of witches, a trio of bears. An engaging narrative... Alpha Yona is struggling with his emotions towards Chhaya. He is hesitant to pursue a romantic connection with someone who is not his destined wolf partner. Despite his reservations, does he harbor romantic feelings for her? Cedric, Colton, and Connor are formidable bears with a significant issue involving the wolf pack. Both groups are attempting to eliminate the demons and are feeling irritated by the competition. Cedric is infatuated with Saturn, the leader of the coven, who is fixated on Alpha Yona. Can Saturn maintain focus to lead the witches effectively? Will Alpha Yona be able to navigate this complicated love triangle while maintaining order?

"Ich habe dir gesagt, du sollst mich nicht anfassen", sagte Audrey. "Vor anderen Leuten", erinnerte er sie. Audrey konnte das Grinsen in seiner Stimme spüren. ~~~ Audreys siebzehn Jahre im Grauen Blutrudel waren wie die eines gefangenen Tieres. Sie lebte jeden Tag in Angst vor der nächsten unerwarteten Sache, für die der Alpha sie bestrafen könnte. Audrey versuchte verzweifelt, den mysteriösen Traum zu verstehen, den sie hatte, aber nichts ergab für sie einen Sinn, sie war verloren. Sie wünschte sich, vom Grauen Blutrudel befreit zu werden, aber sie verlor jede Hoffnung auf Überleben, als sie sich eingesperrt und angekettet im kalten, dunklen Kerker wiederfand. Sie hasste ihn, sie verfluchte ihn, während ihr Blut aus ihr herausfloss. Sie war glücklich zu sterben und von diesem Monster-Alpha wegzugehen. Audrey erwachte in einer magischen Welt, wo sie alles über sich selbst erfuhr, sie bildete sich aus, um der stärkste Wolf und die stärkste Hexe zu werden. Ein Gegenstand jedoch führte sie zurück an den letzten Ort, an dem sie sein wollte. Alpha Aloha Lake herrschte über den Grauen Blutrudel, den größten und stärksten Rudel in den Staaten. Er war bekannt dafür, brutal zu sein, selbst die Mafia fürchtete ihn. Nichts und niemand störte ihn, außer einer: die verdammte Schlampe Audrey. Er hasste sie, und er würde sie für die Sünden ihrer Mutter bezahlen lassen. Aber er konnte sie noch nicht töten... Alpha Lake starrte emotionslos auf Audreys blutenden Körper, der auf dem kalten Kerkerboden lag, er befahl seinem Beta, sie ohne einen zweiten Gedanken zu beseitigen. Ein Jahr später trafen die Feinde wieder aufeinander. Wird Hass die einzige Emotion sein, die sie teilen? Könnten sie der fatalen Anziehungskraft widerstehen, die sie füreinander empfanden?

One bite changed his body. One girl might change his heart. But the Wolf’s Legacy could destroy them both. Seventeen-year-old Alexander Marshall never expected his midnight escape to end in blood. But when a dying legend—the first werewolf—passes him the ancient Wolf’s Legacy, Alex becomes the target of every pack, hunter, and monster lurking in the shadows. The Legacy isn’t just power. It’s a curse—one that’s turning him into something he doesn’t understand, doesn’t want, and may not survive. Then there’s Layla—sharp-tongued, fearless, and daughter of the most ruthless werewolf hunter alive. She was raised to hate his kind… to kill them. But when her path crosses with Alex’s, their lives become dangerously tangled in a fate neither of them saw coming. As enemies close in and instincts sharpen, Alex must decide whether to run from the monster he’s becoming—or embrace it to protect the one person who was born to destroy him.

Noah, the wayward and hot-headed bastard son of Alpha Adolph, a product of his one night stand with a human woman fiddles with his uncle’s—his mother's brother's—work-in-progress time machine and ends up in an alternate universe where the humans are in charge of affairs led by their Chief Scientist. The humans, dishonoring their truce, had dominated the city of Knapesville with their advanced science, and cutting edge technology but despite all their achievements, they lacked one thing; the power to extend and enhance life. What better way to achieve this than by turning the creatures renowned for their healing and regenerative abilities into lab rats? The werewolves. And so the hunt began, forcing the werewolves into hiding. Noah, ignorant of the situation, is captured by the chief scientist but rescued by the Alpha whose daughter falls in love with him. The Chief scientist’s daughter falls in love with him too after he saves her and a love triangle is born. Who does Noah end up with eventually? How does he navigate through the danger-filled city that is Knapesville? Does his redemption arc come sooner or later than expected? How does he fare when the burden of leading a pack on a foreign soil falls on his shoulders?

In the empire of Vaelora, mercy is weakness—and power is everything. Crowned at sixteen, Empress Myreiya rules her kingdom with unmatched magic and an iron will. Her court trembles, her enemies burn, and her slaves? They bow, bleed, and break for her amusement. Among them is a silent boy with strange silver eyes and too much calm in his suffering. To Myreiya, he’s nothing—just another name without a past. Yet something about him unnerves her. He endures too easily. Obeys too smoothly. Watches too closely. But Myreiya has no time for ghosts with quiet hearts. She is the flame. The world will kneel—or burn.

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Rejected by her mate. Desired by another. Bound by a prophecy she never asked for. When Lina, an omega with a mysterious lineage, gives her heart to Alpha Luca, she thinks she’s finally found where she belongs. But one moment of intimacy shatters into heartbreak when he coldly denies her, leaving her alone—and vulnerable. As ancient creatures stir and a deadly prophecy resurfaces, Lina finds herself torn between the cold Alpha who rejected her and the Beta warrior who watches her too closely. Secrets unravel, trust breaks, and danger closes in from every side. But when betrayal hits closer than she ever expected, Lina must decide: fight for the mate who hurt her… or embrace the darkness rising within. Love was just the beginning. Now comes survival.

In his past life, everyone was jealous of Lu Ye, the Nine-Lives Celestial Lord. Not just because he had nine lives, but also because eight of the most beautiful and powerful women in the world were by his side. But no one could have guessed—when Lu Ye was just one step away from becoming a Heavenly Dao Saint—all eight of them turned on him at once and stabbed him in the back. The Nine Heavens Sword Maiden shouted, “I’m the master of the Nine Heavens Sword! But because of you, everyone thought I was just your sword servant. Lu Ye, you deserve to die!” The Red Lotus Fairy said, “Senior Brother, don’t blame me. If not for you, I would’ve become an immortal couple with someone else. I never wanted to be a Saint—I just wanted to be with the one I truly loved.” The Vermilion Bird Demon Empress laughed coldly. “Lu Ye, when you were killing demons, did you forget I’m a demon too? You said you were protecting me, but the one who hurt me the most… was you!” --- When time turns back, and the eight empresses return to the past with all their memories, Lu Ye wakes up with a bitter smile. This time, he finally understands—forcing someone to stay never brings real love. So now, he’s done trying to control fate. He won’t chase after them again. He won’t force anything. This time, Lu Ye decides to step back… and watch how these proud, powerful women live their lives without him. And who knows—maybe this time, the story will change.

They shattered him. Now he’ll make them kneel. Born to cruelty. Raised in shadows. Betrayed by blood. He lived a life of silence—beaten by his parents, mocked by classmates, and used as a pawn to save a brother who never looked back. When he finally dared to hope, they locked him away and ended him like he was nothing. But something ancient was watching. Not out of mercy—but curiosity. Dragged back from death by a god who feeds on rage, he’s given a single gift: the right to rise. Dropped into a brutal world where strength writes the law, he doesn't seek justice or peace. He wants the throne—and he’ll carve his name into the bones of anyone who stands in his way. Posting Daily! Add to Library to not miss any chapters! Discord server: https://discord.gg/eJ9eWe7x

“These bedchambers have missed your scent.” His voice, low and rough, made her pulse quicken. Her fear surged, boundless, as he closed the stained glass doors behind him. “Please…don't do this,” she pleaded, trembling as he pulled her close, his touch burning against her skin. “You fled this place while carrying my child. Why did you come back?” he murmured, his lips trailing down her neck as they had so many times before. "But you chased me all the way back!" her lips met his crushing her mouth with a forceful kiss burning her up. She groaned trying to free herself but it was a futile attempt. Dragging her to bed as she tried another futile attempt to escape he stripped her with rough yet controlled hands. "You could've casted me out of there. Gotten married to your ex. You had a better choice given," he kissed her collarbone. " But here you are laying beneath me as it was that night. When you were just a clueless innocent virgin." he grinned sarcastically. “I… don’t know,” she managed, her voice barely a whisper still trying to move away from his touch. "It useless to defy me. Now this is the only place left for you." And he reclaimed her with burning passion rendering her attempts to refuse him and escape him futile. ----->>>>> Luciana Mircea de Amanécer, princess of the Holy Empire that ruled the skies, had once lived in a world of beauty and privilege—a devoted father, joyful sisters, wealth, and a loving fiancé. Yet that life shattered with a single conversation. One day, her father appeared in her chambers, eyes solemn, bearing news that upended her world. “You will be married,” he said, but the name wasn’t that of the man she cherished. Instead, she was to be wed to the ruthless crown prince of the rival Demon Empire, an alliance forged to quell the simmering tensions between their kingdoms. “Father, please…” she begged. “My child,” he murmured, his voice heavy with regret. “It is your duty as the firstborn princess. This marriage will protect the realm… and your little sisters.” For the first time in her life, Luciana saw him bow to her, his plea wordless but clear. Yielding to her father’s desperate request, she accepted her fate. In a single day, she went from princess to wife, her dreams abandoned and her future reshaped. But worse yet the man who she was supposed to be wedded was replaced by a more ruthless hound. A more agonizing revelation that he was a slave with empty title in name. The white wedding gown was soon stained crimson, marking her descent into a life she could never have anticipated. Could she learn to accept a man for whom compassion was an unfamiliar luxury, or would the love she had left behind rise to rescue her?

[ WARNING: MATURE CONTENT] — They were chosen to serve. Assigned to royal blood. Aurora never imagined her path to survival would begin on her knees—bowing to an Alpha prince with eyes like cold fire. Zev is silent, brutal, unreadable… and hers by command. But while the palace demands obedience and heirs, *Aurora carries something far more dangerous: a prophecy sealed in blood and fate.* She’s not just a girl trained to seduce. She’s Zev’s fated mate—**the only one who can bear the Alpha heir.** And in a kingdom where fate holds no weight and legacy rules all, that truth could be her death sentence… or her salvation. In a world where girls are bred to tempt and punished for failure, Aurora must outwit rivals, queens, and her own heart. Because in this palace, power wears perfume. And the most dangerous seduction may not belong to Zev— It might belong to her.

In a world where Alphas are kings and Omegas are the lowest of the low, the breeders and the slaves, Krystal Mirovich, the Alpha's daughter, found herself shifting into the latter. The world she knew crumbled overnight. An Alpha's daughter shifting into an Omega? What an embarrassment. Her friends grew distant. Her boyfriend left her for her sister who was an Alpha. And her father? He wanted to sell her off to become a breeder for some Alpha. And Krystal would never allow that. She was ready to do anything to escape this fate, so she hatched a plan. Was it successful? Probably. She planned to enter an agreement with a desperate Alpha whose pack couldn’t afford healthcare. But he actually tried to cheat her instead by forcefully making her his. Mustering all her strength, she managed to escape, but she ended up in the room of another Alpha. And this wasn’t just any random Alpha, but the man who ruled over all the packs in the northern territories. His cruel reputation had spread far and wide, and she expected to be chased out and looked down on for being an Omega. But no one ever told her he would be this… accommodating? “Please… marry me.” My voice quivered with desperation, my eyes fixed on the man's broad back. At this point, I didn’t know what else to do. But I knew the fate awaiting me if I failed to escape was far more dreadful than this. “Sure.” “S–sure?” He agreed, just like that?!

Daniel Wayne, the youngest son of the Wayne family, was content with spending the years in seclusion, away from trouble. Trouble on the other hand comes to him and he is forced to embrace his true nature and return to a world of shifters, hunters and monsters. Having sworn a solemn oath to tread his path alone, he must face the several trials that come his way with nothing but his wit, strength and assistance from the unlikeliest of allies.

Thirteen young adults vanished across the globe. One moment they were walking, studying, scrolling. The next — gone. No footprints. No signal. No sound. A week later, they returned. Not to their homes, but to every screen on Earth. Each now standing in a complete new world — broadcast live 24/7, their lives turned into a spectacle no one can look away from. Some try to survive. Some try to dominate. Some think they're the heroes of a story that's already being written. Aslan isn't one of them Just a realist — the kind who understands that the brighter a star burns, the faster it runs out of fuel

Luke's Point of View of meeting Kira. We'll begin before he saves her.

Woven into the fabric of society, they amble earth just like humans do. You won’t see them unless they allow it. Even the full moon can't unveil their nature like it used to. They’ll fool you; those wolf shifters. They fooled the exceptionally intelligent Rosemary Reed. Cursed or… Perhaps blessed was the day the veil dropped before her eyes, and one single date with a charming stranger was all it took, thus shattering the illusion of reality she beheld through her human eyes. Left with no other choice in order to protect herself and her loved ones, Rose leaps headfirst in the abysses of a world that stood on its own axioms. Fortunately for her, she does not have to walk that path alone. From a complete stranger to far more than she ever wanted him to be, ‘til the flames of their forbidden love burned too bright to smother. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Updating once a week for now. -The novel does include some dark themes, violence, blood and sexual content- You may contact me on discord here: mavisruss

[The System is assimilating Earth with the rest of the vast Universe.] [Congratulations! You are one of the 11 Chosen individuals out of 7.8 billion for the Alpha Program.] [As one of the 11 chosen members of the Alpha Program, you will be among the first from your planet to embark on the Trial Program.] [When the Trial Program concludes, Earth's assimilation with the Universe will commence. Your mission is to survive, overcome the dangers, and grow stronger. Best of luck to you.] ------------------------------------- Book Cover: Dall-E Generated Art, based on a scene in Volume 3. -------------------------------------- Hi there! I’m MN, the Author of the OMNOS REDUX Series, a story that spans 4 Mega Books (~750 Chs), with each having two or more Sub-Books (~250 Chs). The adventure begins with "EARTH’s ALPHA PRIME," the first step in a journey that has seen me grow as an author along the way. In my books, you’ll find interesting abilities, a well-designed system, consistent LitRPG elements, and well-thought-out fight sequences. If you enjoy stories that combine survival, world-building, LitRPG elements, OP MC and a fresh take on the System, then this series is for you. By joining me on PATRE0N, other than the weeks ahead of ADVANCED CHAPTERS, you have the exciting opportunity to customize various aspects of the series, including, MINOR/MAJOR Equipment, Skills, MINOR/MAJOR Monsters and RUDIMENTARY/MINOR/MAJOR Characters. You can make a ONE_TIME purchase for this in the shop section. Your support helps me bring these stories to life and share them with readers everywhere. Thank you for considering joining me. I’m excited to share the OMNOS REDUX Series with you! Any support is highly appreciated and will allow me to keep updating the story! - Note that the 'Charge Up Front' is enabled. Meaning, PATR0NS are charged upfront and then on the first of every following month. Alright then, Cheers! Happy Reading! ----------------------------------- Chapter Release Rate: 4 Chs/Week.  [Mon, Wed, Fri & Sat] @ 23:30 [GMT+8] Discord Server: https://discord.gg/EmqX6fh9cV ----------------------------------- my plan for  EARTH’s ALPHA PRIME (Book 1 of OMNOS REDUX Series[ORS]) {~ Estimated around 750 Chapters} - Total  Volumes: 6 Volume 1: Survival Arc (Completed) {Ch.1 to Ch.129} Volume 2: Tournament Arc (Completed) {Ch.130 to Ch.234} Volume 3: Obelisk Acquisition Arc {~ Estimated around 125 Chapters} Volume 4: Earth Assimilation Arc {~ Estimated around 125 Chapters} Volume 5: Universe Expedition Arc  {~ Estimated around 125 Chapters} Volume 6: Annihilator Arc  {~ Estimated around 125 Chapters} End of the [ORS] Book 1 --------------------------------------------------

Elara has always known she was different. As an omega, her beauty and power make her a coveted prize, but she never expected to capture the attention of Alaric, the fearsome Alpha of the Moonstone Pack. When she comes of age, her scent triggers a powerful bond between them, and they begin a passionate affair that seems doomed from the start. But everything changes when Elara learns she’s pregnant. Alaric marries his Luna, Mira, leaving Elara behind in disgrace. Humiliated and betrayed, Elara runs, taking her pride and the baby with her. As Alaric searches for her, he discovers the truth about Elara’s role in a prophecy that could change everything. Meanwhile, a dangerous faction, led by the ambitious Dorian, has its own plans to seize power, using Elara and her unborn child as pawns. Torn between love, duty, and the fight for her own future, Elara must decide whether to accept her fate or break free from the chains of the past.

my scars my insecurities my believe is all on them my MATES

Officially done with my mate, hurting, but liberated, I get pulled to the city with my friends. I end up getting dangerously and intimately involved with a stranger who knows no limits. He's a stranger with a dangerous aura. One I can't see, only feel, thanks to my friends who make a deal with him on my behalf. No names. No personal details. No face to etch into my mind. Just him, me, and an expensive tie. What happens in the city is supposed to stay in the city. He warns me he is dangerous. I never see that side of him. All I experience is his dominance, delicious scent, and touch that lights me on fire. One incredible night turns into two. Then we go our separate ways. But fate doesn't keep us apart. When i run into my mystery man standing in my packhouse, I know it's him, even if I've never seen his electric green eyes before. AUTHOR'S NOTES--PLEASE READ ME!! !!ATTENTION!!: -- All chapters have gone through a revision and have been slightly or completely changed. There have also been some chapters added to enhance the story-- !!WARNING!! PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING: - This Story is NOT intended for those under the age 18. This story contains Strong language, violence, graphic scenes, and NSFW content. This story is considered a Dark Paranormal Romance.

WARNING! MATURE CONTENT! An accident changed everything for Stella Marquez, an Omega—when a mysterious Alpha named Lukas Monteverde forcibly marked her. The council's decree was clear: once marked, they must be married, fated mate or not. Bound by this law, they were thrust into a forced cohabitation, turning Stella's world upside down as she had to sever ties with her ex. Living together ignited an undeniable connection. The mark heightened their senses—each overwhelmed by the other's pheromones, burning with an insatiable thirst for one another. What began as rejection and resistance to their instincts slowly unraveled into understanding, then something deeper—love. Reluctantly, they opened their hearts to one another. "If I let you free, would you still choose him… or me?"