Me and the brown wolf kept on staring at each other. It was only interrupted when four giant wolves appeared. They were stunned when they saw me. The brown wolf glanced at me once more before he faced the newly arrived wolves. I just stayed where I was standing while looking at them talking using the wolves language. From their posture and their expressive eyes, there's no mistaking it that they belong to a pack. The four wolves quickly left in the direction where the three wounded Rogues ran earlier. I think the brown wolf gave instructions to capture the three."W-Who are you?" I dare to ask.The wolf stared at me for a moment before gradually changing it's form in front of me. My eyes widened when a gorgeous man appeared in front of me."Hi," he greeted me with all smiles. I was dumbstruck. I find it hard to utter a word. I felt like I was stoned when he smiled at me. His brown eyes were now green. He has a red lips and his thick left eyebrow has a lining on it. My eyes went down
We traveled for about 30 minutes before we arrived at the Witch's house. Jacob carefully placed me on the ground."Is that the house?" I asked him while looking at the small house in front of us. "Yeah," Jacob answered. I studied it. The house was made of pure wood. It was small but it looks sturdy. Behind the house was a huge rock covered with thick moss. Around the house was a small river and the blue water was sparkling and flowing fast. The small river just goes around the house without any direct source of water. There's no doubt that this was a house of a Witch.I cleared my throat. "H-Hello?" I said in a rather loud voice. I heard the laughter of Jacob and Sebastian. I looked at them in confusion. What? Am I doing it wrong? "Lauren, you wouldn't see a Witch if you call them out outside their house's. You need to knock on their door," Jacob explained with a slight laugh. Oh, so that's how it is. "Sorry, I didn't know." "It's fine because you kept on entertaining us," he sai
I slowly opened my eyes when I felt thirsty. I stared at the ceiling for a long time and wondered if the ceiling in my bedroom was this color. When I realized that it wasn't , I jumped out of bed. "Shit," I mumbled and rubbed my temple because of the dizziness I felt from my sudden movements. I looked up at the table nearby and quickly picked up the glass and a pitcher of water to quench my thirst.I looked around the room. A combination of gray and white color. The room was very elegant with only few things, it was also clean. The bed I was in was big and spacious, the sheets and bedsheets were also white. Only then did I notice that I was wearing different clothes. I was wearing a loose white dress with the SpongeBob logo on the front while I was wearing short walking shorts underneath. I took a deep breath and calmed myself down to the foreign things I was seeing. I now remembered where I was and why I was lying here. Jacob must be nuts! He's gone crazy! What should I do now? Sho
Jacob left me alone in the car. He said he would try to find a slipper that will fit my feet. My eyes landed to the baseball cup on the dashboard. I picked it up and put it on my head. I'm sure it's Jacob's because it smells like vanilla. I pulled down the visor a bit to cover my face. I licked my bottom lip then looked up. Even though I was a little nervous, I couldn't help but look around. If the buildings in the Centro look like Spanish, the buildings here were European inspired and made of black bricks. The equipments here were also old. "Vegetables, everyone! They're cheap and freshly harvested!" My gaze flew to where that loud voice came from. It came from an old man with a white towel wrapped on his head. In front of him were different kinds of vegetables. I leaned against the door and folded my arms. One of the characteristics that I noticed in the people here was their tall stature. I thought that Jacob's height was just a coincidence but I'm all wrong because being tall i
Jacob spoke after the long silence. "Do you know the word 'mates' and how important that thing is to us?" he began. Mates.."They are your lifetime partners, right? Like soulmates?" I said and Jacob nodded slowly. "Something like that but there's more to that. Supposedly, Leon should find his mate last year but the whole year had passed without any single trace from his mate." Maybe that's the reason why Leon's like that. "Most of the population of wolves finds their mate at a young age. The lowest is age fifteen but most of the time it is between the age of eighteen to twenty and no one goes past that when you are a normal wolf." I frowned at what he said. He said earlier that Leon should have found his partner last year. Jacob mentioned that Leon's already 24 now so he was 23 at that time. "So, Leon is not a normal wolf?" I turned to Jacob who was a bit confused. I wonder what was their basis for being normal and not normal. "I thought he wouldn't get affected because we are j
Am I being selfish again? While I was talking to Jacob earlier, I made a decision. I'll stay here in Magnuth since I'm already here. I can't risk going back in Asthad without an answer or cure because there is no certainty if I can come back here again, especially since I am wanted by the Rogues. I can come back but I can't be sure if I will be lucky the second time I come here. I will lose contact with Jacob once I return to Asthad. More than that, I don't want to bother him anymore because it looks like I'm really bothering him. He was supposed to be patrolling around as Leon said earlier but here he is, taking care of me. So I can't go back. I will only go home when there is medicine for my father's illness. "Dad, I promise. This will be the last time. After this, I won't leave again. Just.. just this once." My father on the other line was quite and I knew he was upset with me even if he didn't say it. I shook my head and looked down at the town below. Up until now, all I've bee
"Let's go? We have to go back downstairs. I'm starving too," said Jacob. I nodded. I can still see his discomfort when he helped me stand up. My back really needs to get healed. I don't want Jacob to always take care of me like a child. And because of what happened earlier, I started to feel awkward whenever he's close. I simply looked at him as I fastened my seat belt. He was very quiet but I noticed that his neck and ears were red. I just didn't pay attention to that and just kept quiet. I took his baseball cap again and put it back on even without his permission. The car started and we started and no one dared to speak for a long time. The tension between us grew and the air around us was suffocating.I couldn't stop myself and let out a violent breath. I looked away when Jacob turned to me. I focused my eyes to the view on my side. I don't want to admit it but I feel annoyed with Jacob because of what happened earlier and it worsen even more when he apologized. Why would he apo
"Where is your house here?" "My house? We've already passed it," he answered simply."What?" I turned to him. "Then where are we going?" Jacob quickly glanced at me, his eyes looking hesitant. He was probably anticipating my reaction if he told us where we going. "In the pavilion. We will have lunch there." Pavilion... "Why there? Can't we just go to your house?" I said a little nervous. "They've prepared food there. And we often eat in the pavilion.""Are we going to eat with someone?" I added a question. Jacob sighed. "Yes, Lauren," he answered without looking at me. I shut my mouth and didn't say anything. I'm getting the same concern again. I don't want to speak anymore because Jacob will probably repeat his words again. I know that I'm like a broken plate with my repeated fears and maybe if I do it again, Jacob will be completely annoyed with me. I will not only face simple wolves but his family members, the highest clan here in Magnuth. What are they going to tell me? Th
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