Aria The reason why I accepted Manny was that all these things happening are too big for me. Everything is just so complicated that it scares me. I already knew that this is beyond me, hence I surrendered to my fate. Only after he explained everything to me did it all start to make sense. The dream I had and these heightened senses. All of it pointed to who I really am. I should have figured it out as well. Anyway, I guess it is true that one can never escape their fate. To think that the very species I abhor turns out to be what I am! Ironic, right?I cannot help feeling ashamed of myself. I am angry to an extent. Why did it turn out this way? Why did I never have an inkling that I might just be the same as everyone here? Now I truly believe that there are no coincidences in life. Even our relocation eas predestined. I dare not imagine how everything would have turned out had we not relocated. Neither Henna nor I knew of the existence of werewolves. I shudder with fear just imagin
Aria I listen attentively to everything that Summer says and I must say I am quite stupefied. This is all too much for me to digest but I am not one to back down when things appear tough. Giving up has never been an option for me. Nor has giving in to fear ever been considered in my life. I let fear paralyze me once and because of that, I lost my memory. No more will I cower and hide. This is who I am and there is nothing else that I can do otherwise. "So does that mean we are also sisters, Summer? Doesn't this make my relationship with Manny taboo? I do understand that even in werewolf communities incest is punishable by death. So, could it be that the moon goddess made a mistake this time?"I make my worries known to Summer in a somewhat detected voice. I must say I have started to enjoy Manny's company quite a lot. If we truly are distant relatives, this whole situation will be quite awkward. Summer scoots closer to me and pulls me in for a hug. Before she even speaks, my flaili
Unknown What is she and why have the werewolves taken such a keen interest in that little human girl? I do not sense any wolf in her. She is truly just a mere human. Could it be all this attention to the girl is only because she is mated to one of them? That must be the case. The most frustrating thing is that they are disturbing my plans. Mine was an infallible plan but I guess that just like before, I grossly underestimated my enemy. I guess it is time to put plan B into action. Why should I take a step back?I have been keeping a distance since that white wolf came here. If I dare be reckless, she detects my presence from thousands of miles away. This is a major drawback to my plans. That redhead has not gotten a chance to report back to me for a while now. What's worse, my energy is depleting by the day. Because of that insufferable Summer, I have been forced to retreat into the human world. These puny creatures do not have the capacity to feed me as much as I need. I am force
Unknown Aria and I go a long way. She just does not know but I have known of her existence for seven years now. She is in actual fact, my benefactor. I remember that day vividly.Flashback Post War After Harold turned on me, I had to concede defeat and lat low. I knew that the white wolf, Summer would not let me off easily. This I hid in the human realm, thousands of miles away. I must say that it was but a momentary relief. She soon caught up with me and managed to trap me in that desolate era. Before she caught up to me, I was able to witness how despicable humans could be and that was when my plan was formulated. At that moment I vowed that if I ever broke free, I would work with humans now. They are even more heartless than supernatural beings. Since the war broke out, I had enough energy but I was missing the one thing that would complete me. The blood of the first-ever wolf. She did not die and I could see that she was leading her kind to victory. I had to put my plans asid
Aria Everything has been seemingly alright up to now. Save for one thing. I have not managed to shift into my wolf form as yet. With Summer's guidance, I have since grasped the fundamental points. I can now communicate with my wolf perfectly. As well as control my strength and senses. And yay, I can now mindlink with everyone. Last week they had a ceremony to welcome me into the pack. I am now a Luminous Pack member. However, even before that, I still could mindlink. The elders just said it is because my wolf is special. Although I have not yet managed to turn into my wolf, Amirah and I understand each other well.I recall some days back when I was with Summer under the willow tree. I still did not know about putting up my mental walls so as not to project my thoughts on everyone. Uncle Darius invaded my head and challenged me. Well, I am never one to back down from a challenge.We had our duel during the weekend. Darius did not hold back and I did not either. Of course, as a sea
Amirah There is an ancient saying that says that too many cooks spoil the broth. I also say that a secret is not safe in two hearts. There is something that I have not told this young human of mine. She is in the right time frame to conceive. That is why I want her to complete the mate bond today. Only pregnancy will prevent the curse. Other than that, I have since seen through the enemy's plot. Things are going to be a bit tough in the near future. She has to conceive and bear an heir for this douchebag. Our pup will be our ticket back to this place. I need these mutts to learn from experience. When someone is excessively adamant to accept facts, it is best to let them stumble and fall. By the time they get up, they will have better judgement. Besides, what will be, will always be. To an extent, I feel sorry for Aria. She just got plunged into this and everything just turns upside down. She is yet to fully understand her new identity yet she is already forced to leave and be all
Aria "Take all your clothes off little one and loosen the straps of your bag to their last point. Then fasten it on you when naked. It is time for us to shift into our true form now.""WHAT?"My mouth speaks on its own while my mind is reeling. What has this wolf just said? I was made to understand that she is under a curse and cannot shift until three days before the blood moon. What else is she hiding from me? As always, she responds before I even voice my concerns."Do not fret little one. The completion of the mate bond made it possible. Now brace yourself because this is going to hurt. No matter how much pain you are in, please do not scream. We do not want to blow the trumpet now, do we? Focus on happy thoughts only and you will get through this."Before I even have time to digest all this, I am suddenly, engulfed in flames of pain. The pain is so excruciating that I feel as if I might pass out. I then recall Mirah's advice and try to focus on happy thoughts. Surprisingly, al
Manny It has been a grueling few days for me. I feel as if I might just lose my mind any time from now. How is it possible for a newly developed werewolf to just disappear without a trace? I still recall the dread I felt when I woke up and discovered that her scent was almost gone. That alone, made me realize that she had left hours before I woke up. I still can't wrap my head around the reason why she left. We had the most pleasurable night of our lives. We completed the mate bond and I felt complete. I needed her to mark me but we decided that she would once she had shifted. So, she now bears my mark. Hence, it is not right for me to say the mate bond is complete. Since I don't bear her mark, it is partially complete. I recall how happy I felt that night. I made promises to never hurt her or leave her. But she decided to never give me the chance to prove myself. How does she expect me to live without her? My other half, my soulmate?Argh!Since I remember, this is the time I hav
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