Aunt Divina took a deep breath and looked at me. She crossed her arms on her chest before speaking. "Lauren, just like a doctor, my field is human anatomy or wolf to be exact. So I don't have any answers to your question. Curse is beyond my ability. If it's really a curse then you need to see a witch, " she answered. I bent down and looked at my palms. Is it really a curse? Or are the two people I met before just fooling me? But the proofs lay in front of me that curse had clung to my father. But why did they do that? Who hates him? I looked at aunt Divina again. "How about another witch?" I dare to ask. "They can help but there are conditions in return. Esperanza doesn't do that. As long as she sees that you are a good person, she will help you. Can you accept their conditions? But I tell you, it's not easy."My mind went blank and I couldn't think of anything to say. Aunt Divina heaved a deep sigh. "I'm sorry but I can't do anything to help you with this. Have you told this to
I clenched my teeth. Damn you Samantha, this is all your fault. You are selfish. You are greedy, if it wasn't for you, my father shouldn't be suffering hard like this. I'm afraid of trades but if that's the only way to end this shit, then I'm willing to give whatever I have. I can't leave my father like this. "Do you have plan to tell Jacob about this?" "I will tell him but not yet," I answered. There's no point in hiding it. He will know even if I hide it. There's no secret that won't be revealed but I can't tell him right now. My mind is still confused by what I found out and I want to think first. I don't want to add Jacob to my thoughts. "Good. Better tell him personally than for him to find out about it from others."I know. I'll just need time. "Anyway, do you have something to wear for the banquet later?" she changed the subject. "What banquet?" I asked her clueless. "There will be a party at the palace tonight, so don't bother to cook dinner, we will all eat there," she
I was dumbfounded looking at the vast environment in front of me. No one told me where the way to the palace was. I don't know where I'm going so I'm still standing here on the balcony. I checked the time on my phone. Only 15 minutes left and the gathering will begin. I don't have plan to arrive there late because I don't want to have a grand entrance. My plan was to go early but it took me too long to prepare, and now I don't know which way to go. The signal is weak I'll be having a hard time calling sebastian with this. I sighed and approached the chair. I was about to sit down but I stopped and immediately stood up again. I was amazed to see the fast figures passing in front of Jacob's house. I followed the direction where they were going. They were going to the woods here at the end of the land owned by the Da Silvas. I realized that the palace is here. I tried to look at the tall and big trees far away. If the castle is behind those trees, why can't I even see the top of its r
I looked at Leoon who was enjoying drinking wine. I didn't agree with what he wanted but I just let him drink, he looked as thirsty as he had been for years. "Have you thought about what I told you before Lauren?" he asked later.When I realized what he was saying, I turned my gaze away. "Don't spoil the night Leon. And I have a lot on my mind right now," I answered without looking at him. I didn't hear any response from leon. I didn't speak any more because I didn't want our conversation about this to go on. I don't want to ruin this night. It's very relaxing here and I don't want to be stressed. It also makes my chest feel lighter because somehow, I forget a little about the big problem I'm facing right now. Fortunately, some people came to Leon to talk to him. I just stayed in my place while listening to their topic. It's about the disappearance of Maximo. There are others who greet me but they don't talk to me. That's better than them asking me anything. It's better to stay low
My good mood has disappeared because of what happened earlier. I can't feel anything but the coldness and trembling in my chest. Even though the music is beautiful and melodious, it can't erase the fear that lives in my heart.When a server came by, Leon immediately called it. He took another large bottle of wine and placed it in front of us. He also took two glasses and handed one to me. I just looked at Leon. "Let's drink. You need it to calm your nerves down," he said and brought the glass closer to me. I raised my hand and unknowingly took the glass he was holding. My hand was still shaking a bit when I took it. Leon opened the bottle of wine then quietly poured it into his glass and then poured mine. I took a first sip until I drank one after the other. We ended up drinking together. Aunt Divina and even made me watch her nephew but here I am drinking with him. I wish Leon was drunk so I could ask him a question and he would answer me directly. It's a good thing that my alcoh
"Uhmm.. well." She scratched his eyebrows and winced slightly. I just looked at her. I didn't know that she has this childish personality. But I think we are just the same age. I sighed when she's uncertain to speak. I crossed my arms on my chest and looked straight into her eyes. "Just so you know, I already know the reason behind my father's curse. It's because of Samantha rejecting Jacob right?" She nodded like a child. "All I want to know is why did you personally come to our town to tell me? You can send your men," I said. "I was just following orders," she replied. She approached the rows of reclining seats and sat there. "Why don't you take a seat first?" "What do you mean someone ordered you? Who?" I asked in surprise. Larian looked at me. Her eyes flashed for a moment but disappeared immediately. "It's the alpha. The alpha ordered us to come to you and tell you what your father's true condition is," she answered. "The a-alpha?" I can't believe it. "Why would he do tha
After the screen went dark, everyone screamed with joy to celebrate the good news the alpha had shared. The tone of the music changed. It was replaced by happy and energetic music to accompany the good news they've heard. Everyone stood up laughing and dancing along to the music. I was about to leave the group of people when Larian pulled me and dragged me to the center. "Let's dance!" she said and started to dance. It's not a club dance, it's really just a dance of people having fun, the dance of ancient times. So I couldn't do anything but dance and join in their fun. Hey!. hey!. hey!.." Everyone shouted as they raised their hands in the air. Larian was so good at what she was doing that I was carried away and the shame in my body disappeared. Every eye that meets mine is full of joy. This is overwhelmingly great. Larian and I ran into a group of young people who were dancing like crazy. "Hey!" shouted the other one, twirling both hands in the air. There are other men who throw t
Liam's POV.. "Are you sure you're doing this right?" I asked Dean when I entered his office. Dean put on the soundproof wall of this room. He faced me. He was holding a glass of wine and gently twirling it around. "Yes. And I've told you many times about it." I sighed and leaned on the wall, facing him. "You are playing her Dean. What if she finds out the truth? Instead of taming her, she will get angry and leave you when she finds out that you are making her look like a fool," I said. I'm trying to knock some sense into him. No matter which angle I look at, he is wrong. He is my friend, so even if what he does is wrong, I tolerate him. But if he ends up loosing, he will take care of it alone. I told him several times but he didn't listen."She won't know unless you tell her," he said and raised an eyebrow. I rolled my eyes at him. "So what's your back up plan in case she'll find out the truth?" I also raised my eyebrows and asked. It took him a long time to answer. And based o
Right after I left the clinic, the soldiers arrived at the palace to pick me up. There were students walking with me. They are looking at me and the others are still whispering to each other. But even so, no one even dared to talk to me. That's not a case for me. I know that they are more than me because I am different from them. I felt the same as they did when I first set foot in their place. I was full of doubts but when I spent some time here and got to know them well, I felt reassured. I hope that as the days go by that I am here at their school, I will be able to put them at ease. After I got my horse, I started to run it back to the palace. The two soldiers were on both sides of me and as before they were still speechless. Maybe I'll just ask Dean later if possible not to let them accompany me tomorrow. I have almost memorized the way. I turned to both sides of me as the swift figures of students who were on their way home began to pass. I was really beyond amazed. They are
Brandon cursed loudly when I bumped my head against him. He smacked his forehead as he retreated. I think he is dizzy because of his tight closing eyes and his staggered retreat. I also rubbed my forehead because I felt dizzy. Heck. Where did I get that move?My eyes are shaking and I think my brain too. With my blurry eyes, I caught a glimpse of Brandon approaching me again. He's still dizzy but I know he still has a lot of energy stored up to punch me again. Damn. How am I supposed to get out of this fight? I'm at my limit here. So far, this is the longest physical combat I've experienced because I finally found someone who is equal to me and surpasses my abilities. I can see that person here in magnuth. I really want to run away from Brandon but that's not in my vocabulary. I would rather fall to the ground defeated than run away from my opponent. Even though I was already weak, I still forced myself to stand up straight and prepare myself.I clenched my fist. But brandon hadn't e
The attacks that brandon unleashed one after another. His every move is very fast and polished. I finally understand what Amanda said about Brandon. He is a big man and his fists are so big that the force he releases is almost double. I hear screams and shouts as brandon attacks me non-stop. And since I haven't formed yet, all I do is dodge and parry every attack he unleashes. Even when he is attacking, I see that he is always on the defensive so I find it difficult to see an opportunity to attack him."What's wrong little kitten? Are you just going to avoid and block all my attacks? Come on, show me something interesting," he teased. I didn't pay attention to what he said to me. He can blab all the way he wants but I won't give him the satisfaction that he wants. Our fight continued like that until I gradually noticed the weakening of his defense. I secretly grinned. And when I saw a big and wide opening, I clenched my fist hard and gave him a hard punch right on his jaw. Brandon
Amanda showed me many student training classes. We are now going to the close combat group.My mind was wandering about what amanda and I talked about earlier about having strength like them. It's true that I really envy their strength and abilities but that's all. It's just a kind of envy that doesn't hurt anything, envy and admiration. I won't stoop so low just to get marked by a wolf that isn't my mate. And maybe I'm not one of those lucky human girls to get a wolf mate. I'm envious but I'm not delusional to the point of doing things that are against nature. Whatever I have now I am contented. I will not kneel down just to have the same strength as them. I woke up from my deep thoughts when I heard screams. "That's damn wrong! What kind of posture is that?! You'll get beat in an instant if you keep on doing that! Always stay alert and focus damnit!" "Seriously Jill?? How many times did I tell you to punch harder? Your attacks are too weak! Are you really a wolf? If am your enemy
The woman was all smiles as she approached me. I just saw him here. She doesn't look like a teacher though. "Hi there! Lauren right?" she said when she finally got close to me. I nodded."Yeah." I immediately heard the accent of her voice. It looks like she didn't grow up here in Magnuth's town, or if she did grow up here, she must have spent a long time in another country. I know that it's rude to talk to her while I'm riding on the back of my horse so I decided to get off.She extended her hand and introduced herself. "My name is Amanda. I am the school's principal."Oh principal huh? That's why she's wearing that. I reached for her hand. "Lauren. It's nice to meet you," I introduced myself even though she already knew me. Maybe Dean already told her that I'm coming here. And it's an honor that she came and welcomed me by herself."The pleasure is mine!" she chirped and laughed a little bit. She's hype okay. Although she looks serious, I feel that she is a kind person and I can g
I simply looked around here in his office. My eyes were stuck on a plant next to me. I grinned when I guessed what kind of plant it was. A kalachuchi.. I want to laugh because of the many plants that Dean can put in his office, he chooses a kalachuchi. Now, he can taste what his plant tastes like. My movement was quick and agile in picking its leaves. I put the obtained leaves on the table and counted them. I'm secretly laughing. I ground it well to extract all its juice to make it more bitter. When it was over, I put the kalachuchi juice in the coffee I brewed. I also included the crushed leaves for more fun. Luckily it sank and didn't float. I took the spoon and mixed it. I was so excited that my mixing hand was shaking a little. Others are even scattered around the table. Lol. I can't wait to see Dean's reaction and look when he tastes the coffee he made me. "Aren't you done yet?" Dean asked again while teasing me and smirking. Go for it. Make the most of your laughter now bec
I've only been sitting and reading for a few hours and I'm already feeling bored. I put down my papers I was reading then let out a breath and leaned back in my chair. I really can't stand this kind of job especially since it's different from the jobs Koko taught at the capitol. I learned something but it was really different, more difficult and more complicated. I wasn't surprised anymore because I was in a different world, a world I wasn't used to. Besides that, my body is not used to just lying around and doing nothing. I will definitely get sick if I do this all the time. I prefer to move and is always in action, not someone like this who sits and reads like a politician or businessman. Dean turned to me when he saw me stop what I was doing. "What's wrong?" he asked. "Isn't there anything else to do here besides these?" I asked while still pointing to the piles of papers in front of us. I don't know Dean why he perseveres with this daily work. Probably got used to it. He is de
I woke up early to prepare our breakfast. As soon as I came out, my nose was immediately attacked by the smell of garlic being roasted. I shakes my head. No matter how early I wake up, they still wake up earlier. They are wolves after all. Maybe it's in their race. I passed Sebastian's room with the door slightly open. I just passed it by and didn't bother to peek. I almost fell when I didn't immediately notice the stairs in front of me. I'm still getting used to this newly renovated house. I went straight to the kitchen. I first saw Sebastian with his back turned and cooking while Jacob was preparing the table. Both of them were shirtless. It's still early but they are showing off their beautiful bodies right away. I think I have to get used on how they dress.Women in our town will definitely lose their minds when they come here and see handsome men without clothes. I grinned."Good morning," Jacob greeted. Sebastian quickly turned to me and greeted me as well. "Good morning Lau
When we arrived at Jacob's house, all the lights were on and there are huge luggages there. Is there a guest? I was about to ask him when the door suddenly opened and Sebastian spat out with a grin. "Hey Lauren. Good evening!" he greeted and waved slightly."Are those yours?" I asked then pointed to the luggages. "Yep. Flash news Lauren, I'm going to live here!" he said happily. My jaw dropped. What? Did I hear it right? Sebastian pouted because of my reaction. "Why? You don't want me here?" he said like a sulking child. "So Dramatic," I heard Jacob whisper. "It's not like that. I was just really shocked that's why I reacted like that," I answered honestly. "Are you sure?" he assured. I just nodded. "Then come here quick. I'll show you my room." He came to me and slightly pulled my hand. "Alright. Go with Seb. I will take care of the horse." he said in a soft voice. "Thank you Jacob."The arrangement of the living room now is different. The two bedrooms here have now become