HIATUS Representative of the Moon Goddess

Midnight Whispers - A New Year's Revelation

The New Year's Party was a dazzling affair, held under the glittering night sky following the Alpha Meeting. The Twilight Rose Pack had outdone themselves once again, creating an enchanting atmosphere that filled the clearing with laughter, music, and the promise of new beginnings.

Selene, dressed in a gown that seemed to shimmer like moonlight itself, found herself swept up in the festivities. The worries that had plagued her in recent times seemed to fade away, replaced by the joy of celebration.

As she mingled with fellow pack members, she was approached by Brad, who wore a sincere smile. His presence no longer filled her with unease as it once did. Instead, she felt a newfound warmth in their interactions.

"Selene," he began, "you look absolutely stunning tonight."

She smiled, genuinely touched by his compliment. "Thank you, Brad. You're looking rather dashing yourself."

For a while, they chatted amicably, sharing stories and laughter that seemed to bridge the gap between them. Selene began to wonder if she had misjudged Brad all along. Perhaps he wasn't as conniving as she had believed.

However, the atmosphere changed when a tall figure approached them, his presence exuding an undeniable authority. It was Alpha Randy Stevenson, Brad's father and the leader of the Blood Moon Pack.

"Selene," Alpha Randy greeted with a polite nod. "I hope you're enjoying the festivities."

Selene returned the greeting, though her instincts were on high alert. She couldn't shake the feeling that there was more to this encounter than met the eye.

Brad, on the other hand, seemed visibly tense in his father's presence. His demeanor shifted, and Selene sensed that he was no longer the same person who had approached her with kind words earlier.

Alpha Randy, a shrewd man with a calculating gaze, began to speak in a tone that sent chills down Selene's spine. "You know, Selene, the Moon Goddess doesn't always get it right when it comes to fated mates. Sometimes, fate needs a little push in the right direction."

Selene's heart raced, and her suspicions deepened. She couldn't ignore the implications of Alpha Randy's words. It was as if he was suggesting that he had a hand in orchestrating the events that had unfolded, particularly the growing closeness between Jessica and Ronan, and now between Brad and herself.

"What do you mean?" Selene asked cautiously, her eyes locked onto Alpha Randy's.

He leaned in closer, his voice a sinister whisper. "I mean that sometimes, the Moon Goddess's choices can be... misguided. It's important to ensure that the right connections are made, even if it requires a little manipulation."

Selene's breath caught in her throat as the pieces of the puzzle fell into place. Alpha Randy's intentions were clear—he was trying to steer the course of fate to suit his desires, no matter the consequences.

Brad's conflicted expression revealed that he was caught in a web of loyalty and manipulation, torn between his father's ambitions and his own feelings.

Selene felt a surge of anger and defiance rise within her. She wouldn't allow her destiny to be manipulated by an Alpha's schemes. She had the bonds of love and friendship, and they were stronger than any manipulation.

As the New Year's Party continued around them, Selene made a silent vow to protect her own heart and those of her friends from the dangerous games that Alpha Randy Stevenson was playing. The moon above, bearing witness to the unfolding events, seemed to offer its silent support, a guardian of the supernatural world's secrets and mysteries.