Seven years ago, Valen Linus became the youngest Alpha in Linus Pack's history by killing his father. Feared by many, he’s seen as one of the most ruthless and calculative leaders in Wolfen society. 

Many see him as power-hungry, but Valen’s only concern is protecting his family, strengthening his pack, and solving a 2-year-old mystery that could ruin everything he’s built. He has a lot on his plate, and the last thing he needs is an unwanted mate, but fate seems to have other plans.

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“If I get in that bed, Zira, it won’t be to comfort you,” Valen warned gruffly.

I was sure he meant it as a warning, but he couldn’t be more mistaken. My eyes lingered on the lines of ink swirling across his chest before returning my eyes to his dark, silver gaze.

“I don’t need you to comfort me.”

No. Tonight I needed something different altogether.

Luna by Design was created by R.S. Whytelove, an eGlobal Creative Publishing signed author.

Luna By Design

The stench of death hung heavily in the air as I stared down at the mutilated body. Meredith swiped at an open wound and tucked the bloodied swab into an empty plastic bag. She'd collected various samples from and around the body, before tucking it away into her case.


"That should be good,” she announced, slipping the last bag into the case and closing it.


Lucas stretched across and took the case from her hand before she could protest. For some reason, the gesture looked affectionate and I was instantly annoyed. 


I glared at my Beta. “You and Meredith should head back,” I snapped. I never snapped. "The police are almost here,” I added in a somewhat calmer voice.


Lucas raised a brow, clearly taking note of my tone but only nodded in agreement. 


Meredith looked at me curiously. “Aren’t you coming?”


“No. I need to talk to Rowena when she’s done here.”


Chapter 21: Step 1- Denial