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Prologue
The time of joy has fallen down upon the world.
The world of shifters that once lived for many years, under the Law that was forced upon them, forbidding them to accept the greatest gift that one shifter could receive, a gift of a mate.
The prophecy that once was for so long-awaited for, fulfilled its destiny and brought love and happiness to every shifter that are now accepting such gift, given by the Moon Goddess herself, the mating bond could be finally fully accepted, and it is all thanks to for us now known as the Alpha King Marcus and his beloved mate, Luna Queen Olivia.
The Goddess destined and chosen the two to bring back what should have never been taken away.
The two, together with the help of their friends, went through many obstacles in their journey until all together have reached their goal and brought peace to the shifter communities, uniting them all together once again in peace.
While every mate couple could display their love for each other freely and accept their bond, one had a different destiny, a destiny to help lead the ancient warriors known to all as White Moon Warriors.
The legendary one among them, known as Azrael, led alongside his friend, Alpha King Marcus, protecting his friend and his new Queen Luna Olivia, perceiving the peace, and keeping a watchful eye on the possibility of a threat that might once again rise up.
Accepting his fate to roam this world alone, Azrael’s heart feels lonely as in his heart he wishes he can share what others do. To have such great and powerful love and connection.
With such a heavy heart he accepts what he cannot have… or so he thought…
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Chapter 1:The New Beginnings
Azrael POV
The whizz of air sounded near my ear as I ducked my head down, once, twice, trying to avoid fists as they were flying towards me in fast approach.
There was an opening so moving fast I swung my fist and made a blow, drawing out a groan only to be so reckless, and got hit in the same place once again, making me groan out this time.
“Damn… Marcus!” Groaning, I said as he raised his eyebrow, looking at me for a moment.
His lips stretched in a grin as he charged at me, colliding his body with mine. We both stumbled down and fell down onto the mattress, continuing to wrestle, throwing punches into each other.
“Ahem!!” The clearing of a throat sounded once again, making Marcus and I stop our training and look up at Logan who was shaking his head with his arms crossed over his chest.
“What is it?” Marcus asked him as we untangled from each other, standing up back on our feet.
“Luna Queen has sent me to tell you both to cut your practice short and go get ready because the party will soon start,” Logan said to us, making us both groan as we would have rather trained and fought than attend parties.
Logan turned away, about to walk away, but stopping and saying, “Please don’t as she asked, I don’t want to get grilled by her nor my mate, thank you.”
Chuckling when we both heard his plea, Marcus said, “Don’t worry, we are coming.”
Logan visibly relaxed and walked away while I stood there and looked at Marcus with narrowed eyes, crossing my arms over my chest, making Marcus look at me with a questionable look, asking, “What?”
“Why the hell do I need to go there?” I said with annoyance, clearly showing in my voice.
Rolling his eyes, Marcus said, “If I have to go then you have to as well, no but’s no nothing.”
“Fine!” I said, not liking the idea to attend the party.
The reason was not the one I wanted to share with anyone out loud.
Admitting the truth, wanting it or not, it just pained me.
Yes, I was, and I am happy about my new family and friends having their mates but when you are the only one destined to live your life, forever, without someone you can fully open up to and give your heart to, to love them unconditionally, yes, that part is what crushes my heart every time I see a happy mated couple.
No one knew of my deepest desires, but I accepted my fate and am learning to live knowing that I will never have a mate.
But what if I decide to choose someone instead?
Walking side by side, Marcus and I reached the old Elder’s mansion that is now our home and the center of every shifter community. We walked inside, climbing up the stairs to go get ready for the party.
Just as I was about to go to my room, Marcus placed his hand over my shoulder, stopping me from entering my room.
I looked at him in question as he asked me, “Is everything ok?”