The night settled in, and Casey found herself alone in the dining. She had finished her meal and was lost in thought when she heard footsteps approaching. She looked up and saw Aidan walking towards her. His armor clinked as he moved, and his sword hung by his side. Casey rose to her feet as he approached.
"Good evening, Casey. May I join you?" Alvans asked, smiling.
Casey nodded and watched as Alvans approached her. She couldn't help but feel a sense of comfort around him. The way he carried himself with poise and confidence made her feel safe.
"What's on your mind?" he asked, sitting down across from her.
Casey sighed. "I'm just thinking about the move tomorrow. I'm excited but also a bit nervous."
Alvans nodded, understanding her concerns. "Don't worry. You'll be taken care of. And the new castle is much grander tha
Casey woke up with a start, her hand instinctively reaching for her stomach. The events of the past few days weighed heavily on her mind - the relocation, the secret she carried within her, and the uncertainty of what lay ahead. She lay in bed for a moment, trying to gather her thoughts before she faced the day. As she gingerly swung her legs out of bed, she felt a wave of dizziness wash over her. Holding onto the bedpost for support, she steadied herself and took a few deep breaths. Casey knew she couldn't afford to show any signs of weakness, especially not now when the pack was settling into their new home. She walked over to the full-length mirror in the corner of her room and examined her reflection. Though she could see her stomach had begun to protrude, it was still easy to conceal with the right clothing. Determined not to let anyone find out about he
The sun was beginning to set over the horizon as the pack members gathered on the large, open field. Laughter and joy filled the air as they played various games, their wolf instincts taking over, and the feeling of camaraderie and family was palpable. This was a rare and cherished moment of peace for the pack, after enduring many hardships and challenges in recent times. Aidan made sure there was no sad moment for any of his pack members. It was always very rare to see the pack smiling ecstatically like this when it wasn't festival period. They were playing different games that wore off the boredom that had taken over some moments ago. Casey was at the center of the excitement, her infectious laughter echoing through the field as she playfully dodged and chased her fellow pack members. She was now a vital part of the pack and loved by everyone. This was what people wanted to see.
Casey awoke to the faint chirping of birds outside her window. The morning light was just beginning to break the darkness, casting a soft glow upon her bedroom. Despite the early hour, she felt a sense of calm and tranquility, knowing that her day would soon be filled with the hustle and bustle of the pack. She stretched her limbs, feeling the weight of her growing belly. Although she was filled with excitement and anticipation for the arrival of her child, she couldn't help but feel a sense of vulnerability as well. Being an expectant mother had its challenges, especially within the pack, but she was determined to keep up with her duties and responsibilities. Casey rose from the bed, her muscles aching from the day before. She walked to her bathroom, her reflection in the mirror revealing the tiredness in her eyes. Turning on the hot water, she sighed in relie
"What is that again?" Amara looked up, this time, her eyes showing more anticipation. She grabbed Casey's hand when she noticed the seriousness in her face. "Is there anything I don't know and I need to know?" "Yes, there is." Casey nodded, shifting her position on the bed. "Did anyone tell you about how Mia died?" "Yes they did. It was of course weird and unclear but I think it's believable." Amara affirmed. "And what were you told?" "Your questions are really suspicious Casey. Why did you bring up this topic? If you know how she was killed, why don't you tell me?" Amara's enthusiasm deepened. "Just answer my questions. That will help me in explaining better to you what it is." Casey nodded, crumpling her fingers.&nb
The sun was setting behind the dense forest, casting long shadows across the clearing where the pack had gathered. Casey stood at the head of the group, her heart swelling with pride as she looked upon the faces of her pack members. At her side stood Collins and Arta, the two young orphans she had discovered in the woods. Their eyes were wide with a mixture of fear and awe as they took in the sight of so many people gathered in one place. Collins, tried to appear brave and composed, but his white-knuckled grip on Arta's hand betrayed his nervousness. Arta, in turn, looked up at her brother for reassurance, her eyes glistening with unshed tears. Casey cleared her throat, drawing the attention of the pack to her. "My friends," she began, her voice strong and steady, "I have called you all here today to introduce two new members to our pack. I found them living alone in the woods, struggling to survive. They have no family, no home, and no one to guide them. I believe it is
Aidan sat in his chamber thinking about how weirdly Casey has been behaving recently. Of course, he might not have said anything about it or show it in her presence but she had been behaving in a way that made him suspect that she was hiding something. He paced back and forth, his mind preoccupied with thoughts of what could be troubling her that she was refusing to share. As his concern grew, he decided it's time to gather his courtiers and discuss the matter further. He called out to his guards instructing them to summon Beta Keith and Gamma Phenrix to his chamber immediately. After a brief wait, both Beta Keith and Gamma Phenrix arrive their expressions filled with curiosity and concern. Aidan gestures for them to take a seat and as they settle in he begins to express his worries about Casey's recent behavior. "Have either of you noticed anything unu
Casey continued to eat her meal at the dining hall her focus divided between her plate of food and Aidan and his courtiers at the other end of the room. She couldn't help but steal a few glances in their direction her heart racing with anticipation. All she wanted of them was distraction. She wanted them to lose focus so she could run get away from there without them noticing her and she knew that was quite impossible. "I believe you two should leave now, j want to be alone for some time." Casey told Arta and Collins, placing a reassuring arm on their shoulder. "Are you sure you don't want us to be around you? I think this is the best time you need us the most and we want to be with you." Collins insisted. "Yes Casey, we can't just leave you all by yourself. Since you are refusing to tell us whose baby is in your womb, we can at least look after you." Arta added. "It isn't that I don't want to tell you who he is - Alpha Alvans knows him quite well, but he doesn't kn
"Keith, this is becoming scary. I don't know but I am really afraid right now. We haven't seen him." Alpha Aidan's heart raced in his chest as he anxiously scanned the open courtyard before the towering castle walls. The sun rose casting long shadows over the silent grounds. Alpha Aidan and Beta Keith stood side by side their expressions etched with concern. They exchanged worried glances the weight of the missing Gamma Phenrix heavy upon their shoulders. "Keith this is not good," Alpha Aidan muttered his voice strained with worry. "Phenrix has not returned and Casey is back. We need to find him immediately, what if something is wrong with him? I am so scared right now." Keith nodded solemnly, his eyes flickering with unease. "You're right Alpha Aidan. We must keep this a secret at all costs. If the others find out it could lead to panic and unrest and we wouldn't want Casey to know that Gamma Phenrix trailed her yesterday." At that moment, Aidan summoned a group o