AriaIn the aftermath of the fierce battle that has shaped our destiny, myself, embodying resilience and transformation, stand amidst the ruins, as a beacon of hope for the weary souls of the Luminous Pack and the werewolf community. Battered and broken, yet I have refused to let my pain define me, emerging as a symbol of strength and resilience.As the dust settles and the scent of victory mingles with the lingering smoke, the werewolves gather around me in awe of my unwavering spirit. My journey has been a testament to the indomitable will of the human spirit and the power of rewriting one's own destiny.Henna, my adoptive mother, emerges from the crowd, her eyes reflecting pride and admiration. She has witnessed my transformation, from a fractured and downtrodden soul to the fierce warrior who defied the odds. In this moment, I can tell that Henna feels a renewed sense of purpose. A warm glow of love and acceptance that transcends the scars of the past.Within the embrace of her mat
Aria Two years ago, I still had no recollection of my past. However, that changed the day Henna decided to tell me about how we met. It came as a shocker because I never considered the possibility of us not even being related by blood. I was a blissful child, even though I did not fancy any friends and I had an impeccable love for martial arts. The reason was the fact that we live alone with my aunt. Because that is what I knew Henna to be. I needed to be able to fight or at least defend us if ever trouble came our way. But after our talk, it was no longer just for defense. I had to become stronger and go back and get justice. There was no turning back and there was not going to be any mercy.I remember vividly, the day she came back from work and told me we needed to talk. She looked weary and defeated. I made her a cuppa and we sat down in the kitchen. It always worked for her. Whenever she had a tiring day, I knew that a cup of coffee would instantly restore her vibrant nature.H
Aria"No worries Mom, I packed everything. You will not hear me saying I left behind anything. I am ready to waltz into our new home and new life."It surprises me to hear how calm my voice sounds. Just as well, because I hear my dear Henna, giggling as she walks down the stairs. I am just glad that her mind is at ease. It hurts me to see her worry over me. She is my angel in the form of a human. Had it not been for her, I might have never lived to this age. She may be right about her theory of fate bringing us together, after all. Putting my thoughts aside, I hastily pack up everything and take a minute to double-check.Something made me look under the bed and I am glad I did. There is a box with my old toys and Hope, my brown teddy bear, is on top. When I pick it up, I notice a chain dangling on its fluffy neck. It has a locket and I just know that it is the same one that Henna told me about.I open the locket and three young but cheerful faces stare at me. The little girl in the ce
AriaSeeing him up close, I feel I did not do him justice. Sid might have a haphazard dress sense, and an equally eccentric way of speaking, but he is quite a hunk. He is also not as old as I initially thought.After taking us for a tour around the house, he offers to go buy us takeout, since we have just settled in. We don't decline the offer. I am quite famished and tired. When he returns with the food, I jump up gleefully when I see my all-time favorite mushroom soup in the mix. "Crimson cabbages girl, please no hugs. I am spoken for and my lady is the jealous type. She can smell another woman on me from miles away. I would not want to invoke her wrath!"By the time he finishes, I am clutching my sides from the pain caused by laughing so hard. This guy is hilarious and I am surprised that I am warming up to him fast. Henna is equally as amused as I am. I just know that I am surely going to enjoy my stay here. A part of me wishes that this will become our permanent home. For a whi
Manny After leaving my dad's office, I decide to go for a run, around the perimeters. I am done now, but it has done nothing to ease my anxiety and restlessness. Therefore I decide to go skin dip in the lake. I run in wolf form but when I reach there, I shift to my human form. Not wanting to waste any more time, I dive into the cold water. For a while, it soothes my nerves. I have been swimming around for a while and I guess it is now time I return to the pack house. As I sit here debating on whether I should run back in wolf form, or just take an easy stroll in my human form, I am suddenly hit with a terrible headache.This is odd, as werewolves hardly get sick. I slump to the ground clutching my head. Then as I shut my eyes tightly, a realization hits me. This is not a normal headache. It is because someone is trying to reach me through mindlink. Most probably they are not a part of my pack.Not only that, this person must be very powerful. For them to force a mindlink with an alp
AriaThis is certainly the most unusual school I have ever seen. It's about twenty minutes away from the town where I live and is surrounded by a dense forest. Honestly, who builds a school amid a forest?As we walk towards the principal's office, I take sneak peeks at the other students in the hallway and I am stupefied. Most of the male students look as if they spent most of their lives in the gym. So are the female students. They all look as if they are beauty queens. Let me explain this observation the best way I can. Most of these guys are tall and sturdy. Well built and athletic. There is no problem with that at first glance, but I certainly find it quite unnerving. I am also a teenager and have been to school before. There is no way all teenagers can be in such good shape. Never. In a normal setup, you find at least a percentage of chubby foodies, but not in this school. This leaves me wondering if this is real or a figment of my imagination. My other unsettling observation is
AriaThere is a group of students at the table adjacent to where I am sitting. They are five in total. Three boys and two girls. It is easy to see that the two pairs are couples and the way they are close is almost adorable. The guy without a partner keeps staring at me. Then I choke on the next thing he says. "But she is human guys!"The moment he says that I choke on my soda and he clamps his mouth. Without a second thought, he comes to me and offers me a bottle of water. I take it and mumble a small thank you. Just like that, the whole group shifts to where I am sitting. The pretty girl with auburn hair is the first to break the silence. "Hello dear, my name is Stacey, and this is my boyfriend James. That there is my best friend Millie and her boyfriend Gabe. And this gentle giant who just gave you water is our good friend Ben. Do you mind if we sit with you?"I think I like this girl, she has quite a radiant smile. So I nod and welcome them. "Nice meeting you guys. I am Aria C
Aria. Even I have no idea, how I could cover this distance in such a short period. Why did I feel this sudden need to protect Ben? I swear that I am fast, but not as fast as I have just experienced. It is almost surreal. I turn to Mr. Levi Reynolds and nod. Even I am shocked. However, my shock does not last long. It quickly switches to defense. A furious redhead lunges at me snarling like a rabid dog. I block all her attacks before holding her in a chokehold. "I swear Reddy, if you don't stop I will thrash you. Why are you attacking me again? Is it my problem that your equally stupid brother decided to sneak an attack on an unsuspecting person? I will knock you out again if you do not leave me be."I am furious now and my whole being is itching for a fight. I am surprised at how steady my voice sounds. Mr. Reynolds grabs a hold of Reddy and I let loose. "Miss Sawyer, what is this about? Can you not wait your turn? And what did I say about shifting? I have called your father and we
AriaIn the aftermath of the fierce battle that has shaped our destiny, myself, embodying resilience and transformation, stand amidst the ruins, as a beacon of hope for the weary souls of the Luminous Pack and the werewolf community. Battered and broken, yet I have refused to let my pain define me, emerging as a symbol of strength and resilience.As the dust settles and the scent of victory mingles with the lingering smoke, the werewolves gather around me in awe of my unwavering spirit. My journey has been a testament to the indomitable will of the human spirit and the power of rewriting one's own destiny.Henna, my adoptive mother, emerges from the crowd, her eyes reflecting pride and admiration. She has witnessed my transformation, from a fractured and downtrodden soul to the fierce warrior who defied the odds. In this moment, I can tell that Henna feels a renewed sense of purpose. A warm glow of love and acceptance that transcends the scars of the past.Within the embrace of her mat
Aria"You slashed little brother Willie's head with one swift move. Unfortunately, I am going to use this blunt knife to cut yours off. I am going to savour every moment of it. I will be looking right into your eyes. I will forever remember your pain, your fear and your helplessness. I want you to never be wicked again in your next life. That is if you will ever get a chance to be reborn."I do not move my gaze from Connor's fear stricken eyes. I am not going to be compassionate with scum like him. Otherwise, I will never be reconciled in this lifetime if I don't make him go through a pain much worse than he subjected me to. In fact, everything I am giving him will never comapre to the pain he subjected me to. This man broke me. In his hands, I was Battered and Broken Yet I remained Invincible. This idiot and left me for dead but I somehow survived. I believe my survival was for a reason and this reason was for me to live to get rid of scum like Connor from this universe. I start cu
Manny POVIn the heart of the night, I am suddenly startled into wakefulness by a reverberating growl. My heart starts pounding and something about that powerful growl tugs at my Heartstrings and stirrs my wolf, Matt. This guy has been giving me the cold shoulder lately and only perks his ears if it is anything to do with our mate, Aria."Aria!" I shout out loud springing out of bed, not bothering to dress up. I contemplate running in wolf form towards doctor Boyce's house where Aria and our twins are currently residing. But I go on and take the stairs three at a time. A sense of urgency propelling me forward. When I reach the doctor's residence, I catch a glimpse of my mate's majestic and rare blue wolf, leaping towards the forest. I stare at this awe inspiring rare breed of a wolf and momentarily forget about the urgency that made me rush here.Only after her magnificent wolf disappears into the deep of the forest do I Snape out of my dazed state. I still cannot shake out my shock.
Connor's POVWatching as the battle rages on, I stare into the darkness, my heart heavy with regret and trepidation. From the shadows, I observe the chaos unfolding before me, my once mighty army being decimated by Aria and her allies. Limbs are flying through the air. My soldiers' bodies a being torn and strewn across the forest floor, the chosen battlefield for this bitter confrontation.It all started with Vornt's ill-conceived plan to kidnap Aria's daughter. I cannot help but shake my head, my mind is haunted by the memory of that fateful decision. Standing beside Vornt, I had agreed to the idea, believing it to be a strategic move that would cripple our enemy's spirit. But I now realize the grave mistake we have made.Our initial plan was to attack with stealth, utilizing the dark spellcasters to incapacitate the warriors gathered in the formidable Luminous Pack. It seemed foolproof at the time, a way to gain the upper hand without risking a full-blown battle. But Vornt, driven b
AriaThe soft, yet insistent voice of Allay, my little boy, has abruptly interrupted my slumber. Bleary-eyed and disoriented, I stumble out of bed, following the guidance of my little boy's voice echoing through the darkened hallways of our home. There is a growing sense of dread within me as I hurry towards Harmony's room.As I push the door open, my heart seizes in my chest. The sight before me makes my blood run cold. The bed is empty, Harmony is nowhere to be found. Panic spreads through my veins as I desperately scan the room, searching for any sign of my beloved baby girl.Allay, only two years old and unable to articulate the events that had unfolded, can only call out his sister's name repeatedly, with a mixture of fear and confusion. His tiny voice breaks my heart, amplifying my urgency and desperation.But just as despair threatens to consume me entirely, a glimmer of hope materializes in the form of my grandfather. Gramps returns with Harmony cradled safely in his arms, her
Author's POV The Luminous Pack is thrumming with life as Manny and Aria keep a careful watch over their family. The recent confrontation with Connor has heightened their vigilance, and they have taken every measure to ensure the safety of their children. But unbeknownst to them, within the depths of the pack's territory, unseen and undetected, the malevolent presence of Vornt lurks, his hatred fueling his insidious plans.Vornt's knowledge of masking his aura has always served him well, allowing him to operate in shadows. But his fear of the legendary blue wolf, Amirah, Aria's wolf, gnaws at the corners of his mind. He knows that crossing paths with her would ultimately unleash her righteous fury, and he understands the consequences that await him. What the Luminous Pack did not expect was for Vornt to act rashly. Driven by his belief in his own cunning nature, Vornt dismisses his fears, convinced that seizing one of Aria's twins would cripple her resolve and bring her and her wolf
AriaAs we move away from beneath the watchful gaze of the willow tree, our determination burns brighter than ever before. The secrets that had burdened me for so long have now been shared, strengthening the bond between us and fueling our resolve to confront the malevolence that haunts our lives. Yes. Our lives because Manny is an essential part of me. My burdens are his as well.In the days that follow, Manny and his family reach out to their allies, assembling a united front against Connor and the demon wizard. The Luminous Pack has pledged their support already. Jeremy and the family will always stand steadfast by my side. My grandfather, Mtungagore, the Azanian warlock, will never leave my side until he knows that all threats have been eliminated. Altogether, we gathered a formidable coalition of supernatural beings who share a common goal: to bring down the nefarious forces that threaten our existence.I was not there in the previous war against the demon wizard. However, I have
Aria POV I guess that the time has come for me to show Connor that he is not as ahead as he assumes. After a discussion with Manny and Jerry, we all agreed that Connor needs a little scare. We all racked our minds and came up with a noble idea. Well, not quite that noble but I believe that it is a foolproof plan. The aim is to ruffle Connor's furthers. The idiot needs a nip in the bud. His wings have overgrown and he feels invincible. It is time that I pull him down from his high pedestal for once. "Guys, you both know that I am a hacker, right? Jeremy, you are even better than me. Let's do something a little crazy. Jeremy, destroy his firewalls for all his research facilities. We need to steal all the formulas he used in creating those mutated rogues" I almost yell as the idea comes to my mind. Both my brother and mate stare at me as if I have grown an extra head. "Why would you want that formula?" Jeremy asks, incredulity in his voice. "The rogues are just stray werewolves. They
AriaAs the days roll by, my interaction with Manny is getting less awkward. The kids have warmed up to him and his whole countenance has changed. All day long he moves around with the brightest smile on his face. Of course, our relationship is more of friendship than mates. However, this is mostly due to my stubbornness, as my wolf says. The resentment I habored against him has since subsided but I am reluctant to accept him fully. Maybe it is just because my subconscious is safeguarding me from further disappointment. I have also been assisting him with the pack training, even though we have not truly gotten back together. Nonetheless, I have granted him full access to the kids. I thought he would take them for days but he insisted that whenever he is with the twins, I should be there. According to him, that helps in creating the family scene for our pups.Today. Jeremy has taken the twins out to the amusement park. He insisted that since I have chosen to give Manny a chance, I sho