Amelia was born into a family with an ancient Curse and in order to protect her family, she became a guardian of the night. She had a charming encounter with Ethan that led to a relationship. Their relationship was going smoothly until Amelia was forced into marriage with Alpha Ezra, the formidable leader of the night Howler's pack, by her parents. Sooner, Amelia grew feelings for Alpha Ezra............. Will Amelia be honest about her feelings and let love triumph, or will she choose to perform her duty as the guardian of the night?
Chapter 1 Secrets of the Everwood.
Amelia had always been enchanted by the ancient forest that stretched alongside her family's estate. Everyone called it the Everwood, and it was a place of wonder. It wasn't just a bunch of trees; it was a place where magic seemed to live.
One sunny morning, Amelia decided to explore a little deeper into the forest. She'd often gone for short walks along the familiar paths, but today, she wanted to go further than ever before. The leaves crunched beneath her feet, and the scent of pine and damp earth filled the air.
Amelia's heart raced with excitement as she ventured deeper into the forest. She felt like an explorer in a storybook, discovering a hidden world just beyond her backyard. The sunlight filtered through the trees, casting patches of warmth and shadow.
The Everwood had always been a part of her life. Her grandmother used to tell her stories about the forest, tales of magical creatures and ancient spirits that protected the woods. Amelia had grown up believing that the Everwood was a place of enchantment, where the ordinary rules of the world didn't quite apply.
But as Amelia walked deeper into the woods, she felt a strange but enticing pull in her chest. It was as if the heart of the forest was calling to her, beckoning her closer. Her steps quickened as her curiosity overcame any lingering doubt.
The path she was on had become overgrown, with wildflowers and ferns brushing against her legs. She couldn't help but smile at the beauty that surrounded her. Birds sang overhead, and a soft breeze rustled the leaves, creating a soothing symphony of nature's sounds.
Amelia walked further, guided by the faint rustling of leaves and the distant gurgle of a hidden stream. As she walked, the forest seemed to whisper its secrets to her. Each rustle and murmur carried a message, a tale of the ages hidden within the trees.
Unbeknownst to her, the mysterious figure, Ethan, was not far away. He watched her with a mix of curiosity and fascination. He had lived on the outskirts of the Everwood for as long as he could remember. It was a place of solace for him, a refuge from the noise and chaos of the world outside.
Ethan had spotted Amelia exploring the edge of the forest on several occasions, and her connection to the Everwood had piqued his interest. He had often wondered what it was that drew her to the ancient woods, and that morning, he decided to follow her, curious to see where her journey would take her.
As Amelia entered a small clearing, bathed in dappled sunlight, she gasped in wonder. In the center of the clearing stood a majestic oak tree, unlike any she had seen before. Its branches stretched wide, and its roots twisted into the ground like a thousand delicate fingers.
Amelia couldn't resist the urge to touch the tree's gnarled bark. As her fingers made contact, a shiver ran down her spine, and she felt a surge of energy. It was like the tree was alive, like it had a story to tell.
She closed her eyes, and in that moment, she heard a soft, almost musical voice, as if the tree was speaking to her. "Guardian," it seemed to say.
Ethan had been watching Amelia's every move, and when he saw her connect with the ancient oak, he felt a deep sense of recognition. He knew he wasn't the only one with a bond to the Everwood, and now, Amelia stood beside him, linked to the forest's secrets.
He couldn't hold back any longer and stepped into the clearing. As he approached Amelia, he spoke in a voice that seemed to resonate with the very heart of the forest. "The Everwood has chosen you, just as it chose me. We are guardians, bound by our duty to protect its magic and mysteries."
Amelia's heart raced, not just from the mysterious connection with the forest but from the realization that she was now part of something much bigger. She had found Ethan, a man as enigmatic as the Everwood, and their shared destiny was just beginning.
As they stood there, surrounded by the ancient trees and the whispering leaves, the forest's secrets seemed to unfurl before them. Amelia had no idea where this journey would lead, but she knew one thing for certain: her life was about to change in ways she could never have imagined.
Chapter 1 Secrets of the Everwood.
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Chapter 2 Bonds of the Everwood.
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Chapter 3 Whispers of the Past.
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Chapter 4 Echoes of the Enchanted Grove.
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Chapter 5 Shadows of an Arrangement.
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Chapter 6 The Dance of Shadows.
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Chapter 7 Whispers of Enchantment.
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Chapter 8 Moonlit Alliance.
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Chapter 9 Unveiling Shadows.
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Chapter 10 The Sorceress's Revelation.
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Chapter 11 Whispers of the Past.
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Chapter 12 The Enchanted Riddle.
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Chapter 13 Whispers of Betrayal.
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Chapter 14 Whispers of Destiny.
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Chapter 15 Trials of the Whispering Night.
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Chapter 16 Secrets in the moonlit clearing.
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Chapter 17 The Enigma Unveiled.
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Chapter 18 The Echoes of Destiny.
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Chapter 19 Love's Resilience.
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Chapter 20 The Everwood's Challenge.
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