Ruben walked into the bathroom. It was large, but it wasn't large enough for Leonard or his hallucination to hide.
“Just myself,” she said.She moved the bubbles over her body, making sure nothing was visible. Which was stupid? There was nothing he had never seen before.
“Alright, I will wait for you outside.”He started walking towards the door. But she didn't what him to leave, she had an ominous feeling if she was left alone her hallucination of Leonard would return.
“Wait, why did you return? You had a meeting?”
“Ah! I was going to talk to Serena to hear her side of the story and thought you might be interested.”
“I am done, guess I can join you.” She said quickly. She wanted to avoid staying alone. She tried to push herself up, then looked at him.
“A little help, please,” she said.
He sm
The year 1820 -In her sleep, she felt warm and safe. She heard unspoken words and occasionally caught glimpses of her name and a woman. Occasionally, she'd catch glimpses of red, and then it would hide away from her.'Come back to me,' she'd say into the nothingness that was her mind. Most of the time, she was met with silence. Today, she was met by a howl.She heard someone opening a door and screamed once more, hoping that someone would hear her. “Please, can somebody help me? Does anybody hear me? Please help!”The burning pain in her body made it difficult to speak. 'Where am I?' She started to feel panicky. The last thing she remembered before she had passed out was the black wolf. What had happened since then? Slowly, she pulled the top sheet off the bed and covered herself as good as she could, wondering where her clothes were. Where was William? And her baby, Sarah?She decided to calm herself by taking in her surro
Shifting the heavy burden of dirty linens, Victoria wished that she wasn't an omega, but she knew if she wanted that to change, that complaining wouldn't get her there. Victoria passed the large mahogany doors of the Alpha's room, wishing she had been born with enough rank for the Alpha to notice her. Heaving a sigh, she went to the laundry room on the alpha's floor.She rushed out of the room and hurried down the hall, only to come to a halt when she heard screams coming from the Alpha's room. Dropping the clothing, Victoria ran towards beta Peter's room and burst through the door panting.“Sir…you have to come…quickly…there's screaming coming from Alpha's room. I think there's something wrong with the human.”“Screaming? Go get Alpha, quickly! Tell him I need him in his room immediately.”Peter ran down the hallway, still throwing orders over his shoulder. “Go now. Hurry!”“Ye
An hour later Serena was licking the leftover bones of a deer they had hunted together. She had never felt so alive, so free and strong in her 20 years. But the little corner in her mind was disgusted and horrified by what she had become, what she had done. How was she supposed to return and be with her baby?"How do you feel, little one?" The black wolf asked."I am not hungry anymore, sir. Thank you for your help.""Please call me Dorcas, now I will teach you how to turn back. Then you can wash up in the water."She watched in fascination as the black wolf transformed into a man. A very naked, very gorgeous looking man. Dorcas was handsome but she has no idea he was so magnificent. Not that she has much of a reference, the only naked man she had ever seen was William. The red wolf blushed and looked away.Dorcas walked up to the red wolf and gently patted her soft fur. "Now focus on your human self and coax her to take over."&nb
"It's not easy for me to just forget everything and become your wife...mate...whatever you call it. I miss my daughter. Is there a way I can get her to stay with us? Or at least I can be in her life in some way?" She pleaded. She saw a flash of anger in his eyes, but then he composed himself. "You still don't realise what you have become Serena, how you have changed or how powerful you are. You will be shunned for being a monster. Humans are frail, and a human baby...," he chuckled." You would break her like a twig." "Are you implying that I will harm my baby?" She said hotly. "Not intentionally. You are a young wolf, you can barely control your power. Even the slightest trigger would push your wolf into shifting. Tell me, if your daughter is harmed by your wolf. Will you
The night was chilly, by human standards. However, Serena didnt feel it anymore. Her werewolf skin could withstand low temperatures easily. The music from the grand hall wafted around Serena as she stood near the railing looking down into the forest. The ground was several feet below but she could land safely if she was careful. She had been practising running and jumping as a wolf. She was fast, very fast. Much faster than the pack's strongest beta. Speed was something God-given. Even as a human she was quick, although not quick enough to run from the rogue who attacked her.That brought her to her current turmoil. Why was it that the rogue chose her, the supposed fiery one and Dorcas saved her and also turned out to be her mate. Right before the rare blood moon when the prophecy would be fulfilled. Why was the series of coincidences so perfectly aligned? It seemed almost staged.She closed her eyes and tried to recall the evening she was attacked. Her brain dre
Serena had just slipped into her room when the knock came at her door and one of the senior female betas June entered followed by two omegas. June held a small golden chalice in her hand.“What is that?” Serena asked.“The Alpha has sent some sedatives to calm your nerves during the ceremony. It would only last for thirty minutes. You can drink it right before the walk to the Ceremonial Circle.” June replied.“Thank you, you can keep it on the table.”Serena was undressed and led to the bathroom, where she was submerged in a hot bath that smelled of vanilla and spice. Her body was scrubbed clean. After the bath, she was rubbed dry with fluffy towels and led back to the room. While the women prepared her for the ceremony, Serena prepared her escape plan.Dressed in a red silk gown, Serena stared at herself in the mirror. The two golden ribbons kept the flimsy material closed, and were there for the
2021, Alpha Ruben's office-There was pin-drop silence in the room as Serena finished narrating her story.“William and Sarah left along with me. It was never my plan to remain with my husband,” Serena continued. “I just wanted to ensure their safety, then disappear again. I couldn't stay with him. My disappearance had caused a big storm among the packs.”A chuckled broke her monologue.“I remember that wedding, Dorcas was so mad. Imagine your Luna running away right in the middle of the ceremony. It was the best wedding I have ever attended.” He laughed. Then saw the scowl on Ruben's face and shut up immediately.Serena continued.“We travelled South, ending up in New Orleans. Dorcas was constantly chasing me and I knew I would have to leave. William wanted me to stay. He truly loved me.” She said wistfully.“My body was undergoing changes that I didn't understan
"Buralo' the sign read. Sebastian smiled a bit. A bar owned by a wolf, how typical. Though it was fairly early in the evening the bar was busy. Men and women mingled throughout the space, some were clustered along the long wooden bar and others were either sitting at bistro tables or dancing to the music that pumped through the surrounding speakers. He made his way to the bar intending to ask for Andrea.He didn't have to make an effort to catch the attention of the bartender. They knew immediately that he was a vampire. A statuesque woman with sleek black hair and dark blue eyes came up to him. Her eyes widened with surprise. Probably, this was her first encounter with any vampire."Hi, what can I do for you?" She asked, a little agitated."I am looking for Andrea," he said over the din.The bartender's pretty eyes widened dramatically. She looked him over again, her eyes trailing from his intense grey eyes and roaming over his strong f
There werewolves and vampires in the room. Lisa's scarlet dress clung to her figure snugly, making her appear more shapely. Ruben spun her across the dance floor, bringing her through unfamiliar moves. She admired the way he made it appear as though she knew what she was doing. She felt a sting as his gaze shifted away from hers. Everyone kept reminding her that this night was all about her, but it was also partly about him. He was her mate, and she had been increasingly aware since the transformation that it was in his nature to desire the best for her and the pack. He wanted to talk business with the Alphas of the other packs because he was surrounded by them, but he was stuck with her. "So, who is the blue-shirted gentleman?" Lisa inquired. Ruben answered with a deep growl that she wouldn't have heard a few weeks before. He was still a little possessive of her. Ruben said, "Lucian. He's the Crimson Shadow Pack's Alpha. They are from Florida. We don
The pack was standing together in a circle. Beth and those who had died in the battle were honoured with a brief memorial service.Lisa approached Andrea, who was solemnly observing the happenings. Andrea was depressed, she could tell. She was reminiscing about Elizabeth, small details like how the old wolf made up stories."She loved you. She expressed her gratitude for being such a nice friend." Lisa said.Andrea turned around and looked at her with a puzzled expression."I met her after I was put into a coma. It felt like a dream, yet I believe she came to see me."Andrea stifled a sob as she continued, "I miss her."Lisa took her hand in hers and gently squeezed it. "We all miss her. She claimed, however, that she had a good life and wished to be free. We should probably be happy for her. And most of her stories were made up. But you already know that right?"Andrea gave her a friendly grin and a nod.*************
Sebastian had been bothered by something, so he patiently waited for the meeting to end before scooting over to Ruben and his companion."Ruben, when you say I'm now a member of the pack, do you mean I have to obey you like your dogs?" He roared, his rage erupting in waves. Andrea was rolling her eyes and trying not to giggle as he turned to face her."Whatever gave you that idea, Sebastian?" she asked softly, her arms slipping around his shoulders."Alphas don't give ridiculous orders every five minutes. That is not my objective." Ruben said, amusingly, he understood vampire-wolf mating would be difficult. Vampires were fiercely self-reliant and thrived in their seclusion. Wolves, on the other hand, were devoted to their packs and could not survive without them."Excuse my scepticism, but what exactly do you mean by being a part of the pack?"Sebastian asked sarcastically."It was the quickest means to show my pa
Lisa's chest rose and fell in front of Ruben's eyes. He knew she was his, but he wasn't sure if she realised he belonged to her as well. He carefully lifted her shoulders and climbed out from beneath her when the doorbell rang. On the other side, he was not surprised to see Serena."How is she doing?""Sleeping," he explained.Serena responded, "The last thing that girl needs is more sleep."Ruben stated, "She is alive. Don't think I'm unaware of my good fortune. That's the only thing that matters.""Can you tell me what she remembers?" Serena inquired.Ruben said, "Not much. However, she recalls her mother's or rather her aunt's betrayal.""Mary is still imprisoned among us. What are your plans for her?" Serena enquired."Kill her," Ruben stated emphatically.Serena's pupils dilated."Lisa?""Lisa is unconcerned about my decision. And she has no desire to know."Serena smiled and n
Lisa apologised, "I'm sorry, I don't understand." "Can you tell me what you remember?" Beth inquired. "I recall feeling like I was being sucked into an abyss. I had no sensations. I only saw darkness everywhere, punctuated by agonising screaming." As she described her ordeal, Lisa trembled. "Well, he came close to catching you. Until I arrived and expelled him." Beth remarked. "Are you....dead?" Beth burst out laughing. "Nobody ever dies; they only pass into another realm. Reincarnate into a new body after bidding their time. You offered me the freedom I so sorely desired but couldn't achieve on my own. It can be tiresome to live a long life. Don't be concerned about me. I'm fine." Lisa blinked, unsure of what she was seeing. Then she spotted Beth's red hair, which was identical to hers. "I am your one-in-a-million grandaunt," Beth explained. "What
It had been a week and a half. Ten days since everything had ended. Andrea stood in the doorway of the clinic, watching Ruben gently lower his sleeping mate onto her bed. With a profound frown on his face, he covered her and then looked down at her.Sebastian muttered gently from behind her, "Hey," and she knew exactly what he wanted to hear, but she didn't believe it was the best time.He started to add, "Andrea, she'll be OK..." but her head swung around and his deep blue eyes pierced into her green ones. She groaned and walked down the corridor to a bench to sit.She said calmly, "Lisa was fatally injured. Beth is still missing, and I believe it's all my fault."Sebastian was stiff, his rage pouring out in waves, yet when he spoke again, his tone was soothing. "That is not the case. Even you were on the verge of passing away. Dorcas' use of you as bait was not your fault."Andrea bit her lower lip and swallowed."I miss Beth b
Dorcas got the chance to hit Ruben on his shoulder. Ruben was not anticipating the action and was jerked away, slamming into the far tree. The wind was knocked out of him, and he was gasping for breath.“Clever dog,” Dorcas said.Ruben started to stand up, but felt a hand around his neck, lifting him in the air. He knew that Dorcas could beat him on brute strength, and he needed to think fast. He put his hands against the tree trunk and brought his knees to his chest, using all his force to shove them in Dorcas's chest. It worked and he was released.Taking advantage of the rain, he threw a fist and connected with Dorcas's face. He fell to the ground and Ruben started to kick him. It didn't take long for Dorcas to grab hold of his foot and flip Ruben down on his back. Ruben was on the ground looking up at the monster.“That wasn't very nice,” Dorcas roared.Dorcas darted away with speed, b
Trent was tearing through the maze of dark wolves, his heart pounded so loudly it was all he could hear through the rain and screams. A wolf was suddenly whirling towards him. He positioned himself to take on him when the wolf was suddenly sliced in half and thrown aside.“Serena!” Her name sounded as if it came from a distance, even though it had been directed from his lips. He watched as her body flew through the air, her top wet with rain and blood.“Thanks !” He said.She nodded, "where is Ruben?” She asked.His brain finally connected with what was happening.“I… I am not sure,” he replied, still in awe. Serena had saved his life!“Ruben, where are you !” She almost wept with relief as Ruben's alert mental voice answered her.Her mate knew instantly that something was wrong and didn't stop to
Andrea felt herself falling, heard Lisa's scream. She knew she was going to die. Ruben would go insane with grief if she did. And Sebastian, well, she was terrified for her vampire. Maybe once their mate bond was gone he would go back to living his normal life. Lisa screamed and caught Andrea as she fell. She had seconds to catch her, a very few precious seconds. She reached out, forcing her tired body to move faster than she'd ever moved before. She had no idea where Ruben was, and she didn't care. Her hand caught Andrea's outstretched arm, she pulled hard, wincing as she felt her shoulder dislocate. She managed to slide her body beneath her friend a split second before they hit the ground. She attempted to cushion most of the impact, to keep Andrea protected in her firm embrace, but she heard the other woman cry out in pain and knew that she was badly hurt. “Why did you do that ?” She screamed at Dorcas,” I said I was ready to cooperate.” “She