"Tell me one thing, how did she find out about this? How could you have let her know about this? You know it's meant to be a secret and she is even the one we are keeping it from. Do you know that she won't be suspecting only you?" Aidan asked Imara, his voice barely above whisper.
"What are you even talking about Aidan? How was I supposed to know that she was coming into the woods when no one informed me about it. I thought she doesn't walk around alone, you could have asked someone to watch her moves? If it had been someone else who came at that moment, she would have gone with Mia herself." Imara said, sitting gently into her bed.
"And what did you tell her when she saw you?" Keith intervened.
"There was nothing I could say. You wouldn't have said anything too, if you were in my shoes. She had seen me stabbing her and she infact s
Imara struggled to walk down to the pack. She was so tired and sick that she couldn't lift her legs anymore. The thought of the king throwing her out when he finds out that she didn't come with Casey. Her heart pounded as she approached the castle, her heart were trembling. She began to sink slowly into the ground and at once, she fell down, her legs giving up completely. She sat there, trying to stand up but her legs were too weak and with the way her heart was beating faster, she could feel the rest of her body parts giving up. Her eyes began to close slowly and at once, everything went blank. She collapsed immediately. Imara felt her chest tighten at the mention of Casey's name. She had been on her own on a perilous journey for days. She knew how the Alphas was dying to meet Casey and she could only imagine what he had been going through when she was absent. He pr
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