~Lucienne~I climbed the stairs to my room, my mind buzzing with anticipation. What could the surprise be? As I pushed open the door, my eyes immediately fell on a neatly wrapped package resting on my bed. My heart fluttered with excitement as I approached it, wondering who could have left it for me.With trembling hands, I carefully untied the ribbon and unwrapped the paper, revealing a two-piece set of sleek gym clothes. They were in my favorite color, a deep shade of emerald green, and the fabric felt soft against my fingertips. A smile tugged at the corners of my lips as I ran my hands over the smooth material, grateful for the thoughtful gesture.Beneath the gym clothes, I found a folded piece of paper, and curiosity piqued, I unfolded it eagerly. The words on the page sent a thrill of excitement coursing through me."There's a drill with the warriors at the training ground, and you should join."My heart skipped a beat at the prospect of training with the warriors. It was an oppo
~Lucienne~Olivia's words sent a shiver down my spine, her anger still simmering beneath the surface despite her attempt at an apology. I forced a tight smile, trying to brush off her threat as if it were nothing more than empty words even though I knew they weren't. Killian stepped forward, breaking the handshake. "Alright, Olivia. Go cool off."With a final glare in my direction, Olivia turned on her heel and stalked away, her posture tense with anger. I let out a shaky breath, relieved that the confrontation was over, at least for now.As Olivia disappeared into the darkness, the tension in the air slowly began to dissipate and before I knew it, the other warriors gathered around me, offering words of praise and encouragement for my defense skills during the spar."Nice moves out there, Lucy," one of them said, clapping me on the back with a grin. "You held your own against Olivia. Not an easy feat. She keeps acting like she's the boss. Good to see someone finally clap back for onc
~Lucienne~Once I was dressed and ready, I made my way to Killian's office, my heart pounding with anticipation and anxiety as I wondered how exactly I'd explain it to him without giving it off that it was Olivia I was referring to.On arrival, I saw Luna Elena, Killian's mother walking out and I immediately paused, bowed, and greeted but she merely hissed and walked past. I didn't need more proof to know she didn't like me one bit. And the reason, unknown. Finally, at Killian's office door, I knocked softly on the door before pushing it open and stepping inside. Killian was seated behind his desk, his expression focused as he scanned through some papers."Ah, Lucienne," he said, looking up with a warm smile. "Good morning. I was just about to come find you."I returned his smile. "Morning, Killian. I hope I'm not interrupting anything important."He waved off my concern, gesturing for me to take a seat opposite him. "Not at all. In fact, I've been looking forward to discussing your t
~Lucienne~The words hit me like a physical blow, sending a shiver down my spine as my heart hammered in my chest as I felt cold all of a sudden. I struggled to maintain my composure, my mind reeling with fear and uncertainty. How could they even suggest such a thing? Didn't they understand that being wolfless was beyond control?"I...I don't know," I stammered, my voice barely above a whisper as I tried to mask the fear coursing through me. "It...it depends on the circumstances, I suppose."The warriors nodded, asking for me to go on. “There are different circumstances for a person being wolfless. If it happened while he/she was battling for the safety of the pack, would you still consider banishment?” I asked and they all nodded before answering no. Then another person began to chip in as they continued their discussion which only made my insides churn in fear. As they turned their attention elsewhere, I seized the opportunity to make my escape, excusing myself with a hastily mut
~Lucienne~“What are you doing here?” I asked, thankful for fear in me not reflecting in my voice. “You gave a solid punch yesterday, bitch. Don't you think I should return the act?” She snickered, cracking her bones as she circled me just like yesterday. “Miss Olivia, you are going against the Alpha's orders.” I calmly stated, my eyes locked on her every move. “His orders ended yesterday. Today, I can do to you whatever I please. So tell me, why didn't you come out last night when I called you?”“You called me? I most definitely didn't see your missed call on my phone,” I replied and she rolled her eyes. “Not only are you disrespectful, you are a liar too. But don't worry, I'd break those wings that make you think you can disrespect me.”Olivia's words were like venom, dripping with malice and hostility, and I could feel the tension crackling in the air between us. But I refused to let her intimidation tactics get to me. I stood my ground, my jaw clenched in determination."I have
~Killian~From the moment I saw her by my side looking all pretty, I knew for a fact that my Lucienne was returning. When she asked me if she was special, I badly wanted to hold her waist, pull her close to me, then give her a peck on the forehead and tell her she was more than that. I tried so much to avoid her gaze and touch during this dinner because it was doing crazy things to my wolf and me but she just had to ask me a question, while batting those twinkling siren eyes. “I don't know how to explain it. I just feel a bond to you that makes me want to keep you by my side,” I told the half-truth and she nodded before looking away then I took a deep breath trying to calm my wolf and the tension he was building inside of me. Lucienne was not mine. She was just my friend, my assistant. Thoughts of kissing her should not be in my head. “Says the man who has fantasized about it since childhood,” My wolf hissed with an eye roll that almost made me choke on the food I was eating. “Sto
~Lucienne~Killian at my door this morning was unexpected but I was satisfied that he wasn't able to see through me. I didn't want to cause another fight between him, Olivia, and Luna Elena. I started my day with a smile knowing Olivia was successfully out of my head so the next thing on my agenda was avoiding her totally then my wolf. I didn't bring up the matter with Killian because the selfish part of me wasn't ready for the conversation. I wasn't ready for the consequences of what would happen. I just wanted to be there, understand the moonlight with the water, with him. But I knew I couldn't hide forever. They'd want to see me change one day or another, and I'd rather embarrass myself in private than embarrass myself in front of the whole pack. After getting ready for the morning, I headed down for breakfast, and to my surprise, the man who greeted me first wasn't at the table. Not to mention, Beta Nicholas and Simon didn't have their usual smiles on their faces. I tried to re
~Lucienne~My heart raced as I slowly turned around, dreading what I might see. But to my relief, it wasn't Olivia standing there, but a group of curious onlookers who were watching a billboard advertisement. You'd expect me to be calm but I couldn't, not when Olivia's scent was everywhere and I could feel her gaze all over me. I looked around and as quickly as our gaze met, I broke it before dashing out of the airport. It wasn't a joke, it was really her. She heard it. “Back home,” I ordered the driver as I fell into the back seat, crying uncontrollably. What have I done? How could I have fucked up so many times in just one day? When I finally arrived back at the pack house, I remained in the car for a few moments, gathering my thoughts and trying to steady my racing heart. But eventually, I knew I couldn't hide forever, and with a deep breath, I stepped out of the car and faced the staring eyes of those around me.My heart pounded in my chest as I made my way inside, each step f
~Lucienne~Olivia's words sent a shiver down my spine, her anger still simmering beneath the surface despite her attempt at an apology. I forced a tight smile, trying to brush off her threat as if it were nothing more than empty words even though I knew they weren't. Killian stepped forward, breaking the handshake. "Alright, Olivia. Go cool off."With a final glare in my direction, Olivia turned on her heel and stalked away, her posture tense with anger. I let out a shaky breath, relieved that the confrontation was over, at least for now.As Olivia disappeared into the darkness, the tension in the air slowly began to dissipate and before I knew it, the other warriors gathered around me, offering words of praise and encouragement for my defense skills during the spar."Nice moves out there, Lucy," one of them said, clapping me on the back with a grin. "You held your own against Olivia. Not an easy feat. She keeps acting like she's the boss. Good to see someone finally clap back for on
~Lucienne~Olivia's words sent a shiver down my spine, her anger still simmering beneath the surface despite her attempt at an apology. I forced a tight smile, trying to brush off her threat as if it were nothing more than empty words even though I knew they weren't. Killian stepped forward, breaking the handshake. "Alright, Olivia. Go cool off."With a final glare in my direction, Olivia turned on her heel and stalked away, her posture tense with anger. I let out a shaky breath, relieved that the confrontation was over, at least for now.As Olivia disappeared into the darkness, the tension in the air slowly began to dissipate and before I knew it, the other warriors gathered around me, offering words of praise and encouragement for my defense skills during the spar."Nice moves out there, Lucy," one of them said, clapping me on the back with a grin. "You held your own against Olivia. Not an easy feat. She keeps acting like she's the boss. Good to see someone finally clap back for on
~Lucienne~Olivia's words sent a shiver down my spine, her anger still simmering beneath the surface despite her attempt at an apology. I forced a tight smile, trying to brush off her threat as if it were nothing more than empty words even though I knew they weren't. Killian stepped forward, breaking the handshake. "Alright, Olivia. Go cool off."With a final glare in my direction, Olivia turned on her heel and stalked away, her posture tense with anger. I let out a shaky breath, relieved that the confrontation was over, at least for now.As Olivia disappeared into the darkness, the tension in the air slowly began to dissipate and before I knew it, the other warriors gathered around me, offering words of praise and encouragement for my defense skills during the spar."Nice moves out there, Lucy," one of them said, clapping me on the back with a grin. "You held your own against Olivia. Not an easy feat. She keeps acting like she's the boss. Good to see someone finally clap back for on
~Lucienne~Olivia's words sent a shiver down my spine, her anger still simmering beneath the surface despite her attempt at an apology. I forced a tight smile, trying to brush off her threat as if it were nothing more than empty words even though I knew they weren't. Killian stepped forward, breaking the handshake. "Alright, Olivia. Go cool off."With a final glare in my direction, Olivia turned on her heel and stalked away, her posture tense with anger. I let out a shaky breath, relieved that the confrontation was over, at least for now.As Olivia disappeared into the darkness, the tension in the air slowly began to dissipate and before I knew it, the other warriors gathered around me, offering words of praise and encouragement for my defense skills during the spar."Nice moves out there, Lucy," one of them said, clapping me on the back with a grin. "You held your own against Olivia. Not an easy feat. She keeps acting like she's the boss. Good to see someone finally clap back for on
~Lucienne~Olivia's words sent a shiver down my spine, her anger still simmering beneath the surface despite her attempt at an apology. I forced a tight smile, trying to brush off her threat as if it were nothing more than empty words even though I knew they weren't. Killian stepped forward, breaking the handshake. "Alright, Olivia. Go cool off."With a final glare in my direction, Olivia turned on her heel and stalked away, her posture tense with anger. I let out a shaky breath, relieved that the confrontation was over, at least for now.As Olivia disappeared into the darkness, the tension in the air slowly began to dissipate and before I knew it, the other warriors gathered around me, offering words of praise and encouragement for my defense skills during the spar."Nice moves out there, Lucy," one of them said, clapping me on the back with a grin. "You held your own against Olivia. Not an easy feat. She keeps acting like she's the boss. Good to see someone finally clap back for on
~Lucienne~Olivia's words sent a shiver down my spine, her anger still simmering beneath the surface despite her attempt at an apology. I forced a tight smile, trying to brush off her threat as if it were nothing more than empty words even though I knew they weren't. Killian stepped forward, breaking the handshake. "Alright, Olivia. Go cool off."With a final glare in my direction, Olivia turned on her heel and stalked away, her posture tense with anger. I let out a shaky breath, relieved that the confrontation was over, at least for now.As Olivia disappeared into the darkness, the tension in the air slowly began to dissipate and before I knew it, the other warriors gathered around me, offering words of praise and encouragement for my defense skills during the spar."Nice moves out there, Lucy," one of them said, clapping me on the back with a grin. "You held your own against Olivia. Not an easy feat. She keeps acting like she's the boss. Good to see someone finally clap back for on
~Lucienne~Olivia's words sent a shiver down my spine, her anger still simmering beneath the surface despite her attempt at an apology. I forced a tight smile, trying to brush off her threat as if it were nothing more than empty words even though I knew they weren't. Killian stepped forward, breaking the handshake. "Alright, Olivia. Go cool off."With a final glare in my direction, Olivia turned on her heel and stalked away, her posture tense with anger. I let out a shaky breath, relieved that the confrontation was over, at least for now.As Olivia disappeared into the darkness, the tension in the air slowly began to dissipate and before I knew it, the other warriors gathered around me, offering words of praise and encouragement for my defense skills during the spar."Nice moves out there, Lucy," one of them said, clapping me on the back with a grin. "You held your own against Olivia. Not an easy feat. She keeps acting like she's the boss. Good to see someone finally clap back for on
~Lucienne~Olivia's words sent a shiver down my spine, her anger still simmering beneath the surface despite her attempt at an apology. I forced a tight smile, trying to brush off her threat as if it were nothing more than empty words even though I knew they weren't. Killian stepped forward, breaking the handshake. "Alright, Olivia. Go cool off."With a final glare in my direction, Olivia turned on her heel and stalked away, her posture tense with anger. I let out a shaky breath, relieved that the confrontation was over, at least for now.As Olivia disappeared into the darkness, the tension in the air slowly began to dissipate and before I knew it, the other warriors gathered around me, offering words of praise and encouragement for my defense skills during the spar."Nice moves out there, Lucy," one of them said, clapping me on the back with a grin. "You held your own against Olivia. Not an easy feat. She keeps acting like she's the boss. Good to see someone finally clap back for on
~Lucienne~Olivia's words sent a shiver down my spine, her anger still simmering beneath the surface despite her attempt at an apology. I forced a tight smile, trying to brush off her threat as if it were nothing more than empty words even though I knew they weren't. Killian stepped forward, breaking the handshake. "Alright, Olivia. Go cool off."With a final glare in my direction, Olivia turned on her heel and stalked away, her posture tense with anger. I let out a shaky breath, relieved that the confrontation was over, at least for now.As Olivia disappeared into the darkness, the tension in the air slowly began to dissipate and before I knew it, the other warriors gathered around me, offering words of praise and encouragement for my defense skills during the spar."Nice moves out there, Lucy," one of them said, clapping me on the back with a grin. "You held your own against Olivia. Not an easy feat. She keeps acting like she's the boss. Good to see someone finally clap back for on