AriaThese past few weeks have passed in a breeze. Before I know it, I have already been here for a month. It is surprising how time flies when one has no worries. Yes. I truly have no worries at all. As surprising as it sounds, that is the truth. Since I arrived here, my master has made sure my days were filled with work. He gave me no room to sit and cry over what has happened. On the other hand, Amirah has also made sure to keep me busy. There is a lot I did not know about being a werewolf. Since I am here, in human territory, she had no choice but to be my mentor. Surprisingly, Mirah has been very nice to me. Too nice if I must say. Her care and attention for me have been rather top-notch. If I did not know better I would say she is like a mother looking out for her child. The way she has been paying attention to what I have been eating has been rather superfluous. Anyway, I am by no means complaining. I am rather satisfied with all of it. Master Gao has assigned the new studen
UnknownThat dimwit, Pius Ramos duped me! Damn! I never thought that the mastermind would be outwitted in his own game! I must admit though, the kid is good. He has got some fucking balls!It seems like staying amongst the humans has made me pick up some of their dumb habits. Why in hell am I cussing like a deranged old fogie? I must minimize my interaction with the damned lot. Irrespective of that, I am not ashamed to admit that this time I have been outsmarted. Too much confidence is not good and I can testify to that. I was under the impression that Pius was under my spell but he is stronger than I thought. Why in the world do I not learn from my mistakes? I always fall because I underestimate my opponents. Maybe it is time I start accepting that surely, times have changed. Before I was cursed to the desolate lands almost a millennium ago, I was the strongest and most feared warlock in the universe. However, now I feel as if my powers are diminishing. They have gotten rusty over
AriaOne moment all I feel is overwhelming joy and the next moment absolute terror. Knowing that I am going to be a mother has triggered different emotions in me. A mixture of fear and joy. Fear that I may not be adequate for the role of motherhood. Terror of failing to protect my child. This role has been thrust on me without proper preparation. I am scared I may fail my child and they will suffer as I did. That said, another part of me is joyous. Extremely ecstatic. I feel that this is a chance for me to right some wrongs. Everything I went through as a child will never befall my baby. I will fiercely protect what's mine and live to see him or her grows into a beautiful creation. This is my chance to mold a child who understands humanity. To impart loads and loads of love to this child so that when he grows, he will be the epitome of strength through love, kindness, and compassion. I am determined to prove to the world that one's past does not define who they are. The injusti
AriaThree months since I left the Luminous Pack now. This also marks the third month of my pregnancy. Luckily for me, I am not showing much. Which means I can fight once more in the upcoming contest! Yay. Master Gao has tried numerous times to dissuade me from competing but I just turn a deaf ear. When have I ever done what others want? I always follow my instincts. Something has been urging me to go for this contest and that is what I am doing. I do not know whether it is a good thing or not. Mirah has been too lazy of late and strangely docile. When I asked her if I should go to Salisbury, her response was daunting."Aria, if your instinct tells you to go, then go. Besides, have you ever listened to anyone? Just do as you please and let me rest. Besides, when chaos ensues, I will be forced to protect your stubborn ass anyway."Amazing! Utterly incredulous. This sassy wolf has become grumpy lately. I guess it is the pregnancy hormones affecting her mood. I took days wondering what
Manny Two months have gone by, with my mate gone. I am frustrated, helpless, and horny! I guess I am in a rut and mating is the only cure for a rut. How do I end this torture when my mate is not with me? I cannot cheat on her since we have now completed the mate bond. Apart from that, I am an alpha and I should uphold the values that I instill in my people. Every day, we make sure we teach the youngsters the importance of honoring the mate bond. It has been this way over the years passed. If I stumble, I will be the reason for their rebellion. How will I face my pack if I commit the very sin that we preach against nonstop? At this moment, every female I see is appealing. I am a walking time bomb. A danger to the female population in my pack. I have to lock myself up in my room until this passes. It is taking all of my willpower to hold myself back. I struggle to get through to my father through mindlink. Luckily, uncle Levi sensed my distress so he is here to see me. We meet at t
Manny Watching Scarlett writhing and groaning in pain, I feel a queer sensation. Which is quite odd since I am an alpha and I should not hurt my pack members. I turn to my wolf for answers but he just sneers and blocks me. I am left wondering what this was all about. I know that Scarlett was wrong for deceiving us, but he could have still let her off with a warning. To an extent, I am to blame for her predicament. Had I just reeled in my urge to mate, I might have called out her bluff before things escalated. Although it was dark, I still had my senses. A lot of things did not feel right but I only concentrated on my mate's scent and overlooked all else. The absence of sparks, her fervent kisses, the texture of her skin, and a whole lot more, pointed to her being a phony. Unfortunately, at that moment, I was now using my dickhead to think instead. I just had to do her even if I knew she really was not my Aria. That is the truth. I figured it out but I pushed it at the back of my
Aria Finally, the tournament commenced. I am a little disgruntled because the master is against the idea of me taking part in the fights. However, I am still the same adamant Aria.When have I ever paid heed to authority? I just agreed with him to pacify him but I registered under my pseudonym, Blade. Furthermore, I will be a masked fighter. So, the problem is partly solved because once I start fighting, master Gao will definitely recognize me. However, although he will be upset, he will not be able to stop me. I know he is worried about my pregnancy but I know that I will not let anyone hurt my babies. They are the only blood relatives I have left. Therefore I will protect them fiercely. Apart from that, I am not showing much. If a person does not know, they will just think that I am a little bit chubby side. Only those closest to me, know. Unless one of them lets the little detail slip off, I will be safe from malicious opponents. If they get to know it, they will target my bell
Aria Before the final fight commences, we get to watch the juniors fighting. It is intense but less bloody. My students impress me a great deal. They paid heed to my advice and they are doing pretty well. However, I guess I celebrated too early. In the semi-finals, I notice that they were paired with werewolves and I gave them the signal to concede defeat. As they are all human, they stand no chance of fighting against shifters. The disparity in their strength is too vast. When I see that they are all well, I retreat to our camp to continue with my investigation of Connor. Modeling the desk I browse through the emails that the mysterious man, now known to me as Dave, sent me. No matter how hard I try, I cannot find his IP address. Hence I give up on trying to locate him. I also admit that he is the first hacker with skills above mine. Nonetheless, I am grateful for the I formation that he sent me. I take out my notebook and note down the locations of all of Connor's research facil
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