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

WARNING: THIS CHAPTER MAY CONTAIN MENTION OR BRIEF DESCRIPTIONS OF SENSITIVE TOPICS SUCH AS ASSAULT.


“Bethany,” I called out, trying my best to keep calm. My sister had remained silent and still during my and Erik’s initial interaction. Even after I called her name, there was no reaction from her.


“Ah ah!” Erik tsked, placing a hand on Bethany’s shoulder.


I stopped. His relaxed grin hadn't slipped, but there was no mistaking the threat in his voice. 


“I’m not sure I like being ignored by you, Linus,” Erik said. “I went through all this trouble of setting the stage for your demise, and all you’re worried about is our Bethy. I’m a little hurt.”


It was very difficult to hold on to my conviction not to kill Erik Orian the moment I laid eyes on him. My skin ached with the desire to shift and rip his f*cking throat out. 


“Is that what you think is going to happen? That I’m going to die?”


Chapter 40: The Orian Pack