MannyRaw, palpable anger is what consumed me. As I rushed towards Aria's cell. That deafening shriek was a mixture of surprise and fear. Whoever was there with my mate, she did not know them. That also implied that they did not belong to the pack. In no time, I reached Aria's cell and the unthinkable happened.As I fiddled with the bolt, everything vanished. The door and the lock just poof, disappeared into thin air. By the time my family caught up with me, everything had happened already. The worst part is we could still hear Aria screaming. Yet we could not reach her. The door was replaced by a stony wall. I started clawing at the solid wall. When my family arrived, they were equally stupefied. It did not make sense at all. We all could feel that the dark energy had intensified. Hence, we knew that whoever had that aura, was in there with my mate. It needed no genius to tell that the same entity had blocked us out by replacing the steel door with a stony wall.I panicked and so
MannyI could not believe my ears. I felt so much joy touch my heart and it nearly burst out of my chest. My mate finally accepted me! This is such good news that I cannot wait to share it with my family. Even though I am happy I cannot seem to stop the tears from flowing on my cheeks. If this is what they call tears of joy then I am happy to experience this. Aria's giggles sound like a soothing rain on a summer night. I am the happiest man alive. I want to shout it out for the whole world to hear. Who would not be happy after getting a second chance in life? A second chance to love and live? I take the initiative to kiss my mate and she in turn reciprocates. It is such a slow and sweet kiss, nothing sensual but it is filled with gratitude. Henceforth, my life is never going to be the same again."Thank you so much, my dearest mate. You have no idea how much your acceptance means to me. Aria Crescent De Andrade, you have made me the happiest man alive today. Honestly, my life was nev
AriaThe adrenaline rush is almost palpable. It keeps urging me forward and I embrace it. This is like deja vu. It seems as if I have experienced this before. As I keep running, the most unusual thing happens. It is an out-of-body experience. I start seeing myself running but my appearance makes me gasp. I cannot find words to describe how I look. I look hideous. Scary even. Although I am running with my two legs, they are forty and even my face is full of hair. Instead of my normal hands, I have claws with sharp talons. It is as if I am half human and half something else. Even my mouth and nose look elongated. Almost like I have a snout. I start panicking. This cannot be me! This can't be happening! In the midst of all this, I spot a woman walking through the clearing. I rush toward her and I am surprised by how bloodthirsty I feel. For some reason, I can detect her heartbeat from a distance and that makes me feel hungry and thirsty. Even more baffling is the fact that all I smell
MannyAs we walked down the stairs, Aria suddenly became very nervous. I could not understand why she was feeling that way, nor could she. It became so bad that she started shaking and I had to support her all the way to the door.What awaited us by the door was not what I expected. Of course, I was not as spooked as Aria but I was equally baffled. There stood Summer in her magnificently majestic white wolf form. Aria gasped and uttered something that left me baffled to this day."Hermana?" (Sister?)After which she just fell and lost consciousness. Two days have passed and my mate remains unconscious. Although everyone has questions, Summer is not divulging anything. She keeps telling us to be patient. According to her, only Aria will enlighten us. In fact, Summer keeps on insisting that it is Aria's right to tell us. She says that when Aria regains consciousness, she will be knowing the whole truth. Thus it will be up to her to decide whether to tell us or keep us in the dark. One
Manny"Only one wolf ever could attract danger and dark energy to herself the way a candle does moths. The one whose name has been forgotten amongst the supernatural beings. The name that everyone never wished to ever surface again.The one name that shook the universe like a giant earthquake of unimaginable magnitude. Amirah. The true epitome of destruction and my twin sister.The truth is, back in the day, uttering that name was an open invitation for incarceration. Whoever dared utter that name, would be banished without a trial. She was a curse to all supernatural beings. Witches, werewolves, wizards, vampires, and warlocks all had a taste of her wrath. After killing the firstborn of the great warlock of that time, a great curse was placed upon her on the night of the blood moon. The aggrieved warlock turned her into something every wolf loathes the most. A bloodthirsty mongrel. Although she was a normal wolf, she has the same bloodthirsty tendencies as vampires. She went on a ki
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
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