Noah's POV~My hands clutched the steering wheel firmly as my mind went through all manner of things I would do to that bastard if he touched my kids. I certainly wasn't going to hesitate to end his miserable existence. Like what kind of coward uses kids as bait? Driiiinng! Driiiinng! My phone rang yet again. Hazel certainly wasn't helping with all the calls she was spamming me with. I took a look at the phone again. I wanted to answer this time but I was already close to where Drake wanted us to meet. I dismissed the call and called Drake instead. “Hello,” I spoke up.“Yes, where are you?” he asked. “I just arrived at the outskirts of the city. There's nothing here - just a couple of abandoned buildings” I answered, “My kids better not be here” I warned with a growl lacing my voice. “Your kids are safe - for now” he responded, “Anyway, come over to the abandoned junkyard. I'll be waiting for you there” he said before hanging up. I sighed and shook my head. I knew this wasn't goi
As the heavy torrents wash over the junkyard, Drake stares pitifully at the limp body of Noah, who lays helpless on the ground…..Drake's POV~Panting heavily while I stared down at him, I didn't know if what I felt was pity or disgust. I certainly didn't like his guts one bit but still, killing him when he was this weak didn't seem worth it to me. I hated that he didn't put up much of a fight. I wanted to vent my anger - I wanted to pour it all out… who would have thought he would be this weak now?“After all the big game you talked, I expected you to put up more of a fight. Looks like you won't get to see your kids after all” I taunted him with a chuckle. I wanted to piss him off. I could tell that he was holding back and I didn't like it. It felt condescending - like he didn't take me as a serious opponent. I shook my head in pity and began to walk away. Suddenly I heard him speak up and I turned around only to see him on his feet again, though his stance was rather feeble
Under the heavy storm, Hazel's car can be seen driving down a lonely road. She is frantically trying to keep herself from losing her composure any further. Where is she going?Hazel's POV~I felt like my head would blow up at any minute. My kids and their safety were all I could think about. “That jerk better not lay a finger on my babies” I growled as I stepped on the gas.Not long after, my phone rang. Driiiinng! Driiiinng!I picked it up and took a look; it was the principal. “Hello?” I picked up. “Oh thank goodness. I've been trying to reach you. Where are you? The cops are here” she said. “I'm on my way to the culprit's location. He called my hu…..” my mouth froze up for a second. That was weird. Why did I want to call Noah my husband? “Hello? Are you still there?”“Huh? Yes yes” I snapped out of my thoughts. This wasn't the time for any stupid thoughts. “The culprit called my husband to meet him somewhere. I'm currently tracking my husband's phone” I said. “Really?
Drake's POV~“Stop!!!” A shrill scream came from behind me, catching our attention. I looked behind me only to see Hazel. How did she find us? “Hazel?” Noah responded in surprise as he lowered his hand. “How did you…..”“It doesn't matter” she responded to him and then looked at me. The look in her eyes was that of a weird mix of hate, disappointment and disgust. “Where are my kids?” She asked. “You better not have laid a finger on them” she threatened. For some reason I felt weak as I watched her speak. As much as I wanted to deny it, I actually did really like her - a lot. Of course, I initially went after her to get back at Noah for stealing my mate - but I guess I ended up catching feelings for her. It pricked my heart to see her glare at me the way she was doing now. But it was probably too late to make amends now - I had to finish what I had started.“Your kids are safe.” I responded, “You should know I wouldn't do anything to them” I said. “Says the person who kidnapped them
With Hazel in his arms, Drake manages to maneuver his way through the maze of the cityscape, jumping between skyscrapers till he finds somewhere to hide, on the top of one of the highrise buildings. Hazel's POV~“Urghh!” I groaned as I tried to wriggle my way out his grip. I kept hitting and punching and biting but it all seemed futile. He was way too strong. I hated the sight of staring down at the city as he leaped between ridiculously tall skyscrapers. “Let go of me!” I yelled, biting his arm again and accidentally choking on his fur. “You're gonna die if I let go” he said as we streaked through the night sky. I was scared of heights - freaking scared of it! I gulped, realizing the reality of his words. I was so hellbent on him letting go of me that I didn't really put much thought into what would happen afterwards. I kept quiet, feeling a weird mix of annoyance and embarrassment. We soon landed on one of the buildings. He looked around and Noah was nowhere to be fou
Like a huge fireball flying through the night sky, Noah scans the area for Drake and Hazel. They're almost nowhere to be found and he decides to land on one of the buildings and reverts to human form to prevent garnering unnecessary attention from the city below…..Noah's POV~“Damnit! I can't believe he got away” I punched the ledge of the building. I peered into the darkness around but there was no sign of the bastard nor Hazel. “He better not lay a finger on her or else…..” I growled when suddenly my phone rang. I picked it up only to see my beta's number float across the screen. “Hello?” I answered as soon as I picked up. “Sir, are you alright? I just heard what happened” he said with a bit of panic in his voice. “Relax, I've got it under control” I responded, “It's not really a big deal. I just have to put him in his place. It's been a long time coming to be honest” I said. “Should I send backup? We don't know what the fool is planning?” He said. “His pack ain't wit
Noah's POV~“What do you mean?” I asked as I got to my feet, staggering a little. I certainly didn't expect him to have grown so large in such a short time without any water around. “What do I mean? Don't tell me you aren't feeling a bit numb yet” he said. As soon as he said it, I felt my body go limp. I could barely stand and my vision had become rather hazy. I could barely feel my body. “W-what’s happening?” I asked, “What did you do to me?”He laughed diabolically; “Two words Noah; Wolf’s Bane” My eyes widened in surprise. Wolf's Bane? How? When?“That's not possible” I responded, “We haven't even met in months before now. There's no way you could have poisoned me. What did you do to me? Huh?” I barked. “Stop being so pathetic Noah. It's not a good look for you” He said tauntingly. Something was wrong. I could feel it. If it truly was poison, then how did he get it to me? A cut from a claw slash, maybe?“I didn't think you'd be so naive to not understand that I don't necessaril
Back at the Mansion, Ken is on a call with Noah. Noah had hurriedly left the house a couple of hours prior and he was worried, prompting him to make a call….. Ken's POV~ “Hmph. That bastard took her away. I'm searching for them as we speak”, Noah said, “I have a feeling that he's…….” he paused mid-sentence as a loud howl blared through the speakers. “What's that?” I asked. It was clearly the howl of an Alpha. Was that Drake? “I think I've found them,” he responded. “I'll be hanging up now. I gotta go get ‘em before he gets away again” he said just before hanging up. Regardless of what he said, we couldn't take chances. Drake was just too unstable and unpredictable to go up against without any backup. I picked up my phone and dialed another number. “You and the guys meet me at the Mansion. We're going hunting tonight” I said before hanging up. If Drake wanted war with Noah, he would have to deal with the entire pack. A couple of minutes later>>>>>>>>>>>> Me and the gang a
CHAPTER 24: Lucian and his men have barged into Serena's residence. They certainly mean business with the look they've got on their faces. On the floor lay Serena and her lackey, Gerald. They lay face first on the floor and it's clear that they are heavily outmatched….Serena's POV~ Clip! Clip! Clip! Clop!....I heard the heavy footsteps stop right in front of me. My mind raced with tons of thoughts as I tried to figure out who the hell was behind this. I couldn't recognize their scent so they certainly weren't from Drake's pack - or my pack to be precise. And they sure didn't smell like Noah's pack. Could they be feds? Shit! Maybe they were able to tell that I kidnapped someone. But how did they figure it out so quickly? And how did they get my location? Something definitely wasn't right about all this. I could feel it. “Who are you and where is my sister?” a strange deep baritone resonated in my ears. I slowly raised my head up and took a look at the person standing in front
CHAPTER 23: A couple of black SUVs can be seen speeding across the road. Inside them are Alpha Lucian and his men. They have tracked Hazel's coordinates and are proceeding to go get her back.Lucian's POV~“How far away are we now?” I asked Max, who immediately stared down at his laptop screen. “About five minutes away sir” he responded. Five minutes?! Why was it still so far away?“Then tell the men to speed up, dammit! We don't have all day” I barked. “Calm down sir. Just be patient. We're almost there” he answered. I ran my fingers back through my hair in frustration. Nothing better have happened to Hazel or else there would be hell to pay….for everyone!In a couple of minutes the motorcade drew to a halt and the men got out. “We’re here sir” Max said as he closed his laptop and opened his door. “Well it's about time” I mumbled as I opened the door and got out of the car. “Lead the way. Let's get my sister back pronto” I ordered the men. “Yessir!” They echoed as we commen
CHAPTER 22: The scene opens with Noah and Ken walking back to the car. In a last minute decision, Noah decided to abort the mission without offering any explanation as to why. Ken was rather displeased. He really wanted to get his hands on Drake's pack. Noah's POV~Clip! Clop! Clip! Clop!....The sound of our footsteps quickly blended into the symphony of the city’s nightlife as we walked out into the main street. With both hands in my pockets, I looked around the city as I walked slowly. I still couldn't tell why I called off the mission so prematurely. We didn't even get to start. “I still think we could have taken them on,” Ken said, his voice rather annoyed that we didn't eventually do anything. I didn't respond - I didn't feel the need to, at least. My mind was plagued by other stuff like exactly where Hazel was; because I had a hunch that she wasn't in there. I've known Hazel for ages - I know her scent, her aura, I know everything about her. If she was in that mansion,
Chapter 21: Lucian can be seen on his king-sized bed sleeping like a log of wood. While sleeping, his facial expressions change rapidly showing anger and disgust. Lots of sweat drops have distilled on his forehead and he has his fist clenched. He is clearly having a nightmare - something that's very much unlike him. What could be happening?....Lucian’s POV~ “STOP!” I yelled as I sprung up into a sitting position on my bed. I looked around frantically only to see that I was in my room. “Hmph, thank goodness it was just a dream” I muttered as I placed my hand on my chest. My heart was beating really fast. That stupid dream really took a toll on me.Suddenly my room door barged open with armed men storming in as Max stormed in right after them. “What's the matter sir? Are you okay?” I almost had a heart attack when the doors swung open. “Are y'all nuts? Haven't u fucking heard of knocking?” I asked, as I tried to recover from a terrible mix of the startlement I just went through
CHAPTER 20:Hazel's POV~“Come on, you can do this Hazel” I whispered to myself as I kept slithering through the air ducts. I didn't like the feeling I was getting. It almost felt like I would pass out soon. I was beyond claustrophobic and this whole arrangement just worsened it. I could feel myself about to panic. I had to keep reassuring myself that I would soon be out of here. How true that was, I didn't know. Frankly, I didn't even want to care. Who knew how long this air duct could possibly be? Suddenly while I was slowly inching my way through the duct, I heard sounds coming from behind me. I paused to be sure I wasn't just hearing things. I was certainly not moving around trying to make any noise as I didn't want to attract the attention of Serena. As I stayed still, I closed my eyes so I could listen properly; and indeed I heard the noise again. Someone was following me! “Shit!” I cussed in a whisper as Ifrantically began to try to increase the distance between us. I felt m
CHAPTER 19: Hazel's POV~“Urghh!!!” I groaned silently as I tried to reach the air vent above me. I had somehow successfully cut the ropes with the piece of broken glass. I legit don't even know how I did that, but I did it. Now all that was remaining was to get out of this freaking room. Standing on top of the chair, I tried stretching to get to the air vent but it was pointless; I was too short. Well, judging by how far away it was from my reach, I would suspect that only a handful of people could actually reach it from this chair. “Hmph” I sighed, thinking of what action I should take. I didn't have time. If that bitch Serena walked in here and caught me like this, I would definitely be a goner. Ain't no way she'd let me get another chance to escape. It was now or never. I got down from the chair and dashed to the door. Then looking through the fish-eyed lens, I scanned the outside. There was no one out there - yet. That could easily change in a split second, so it certainly wasn
CHAPTER 18: Hazel's room was plagued by screams and yells as Serena had tortured her for hours on end. She was tired, wounded and worst of all, almost felt hopeless. The room was quiet as a graveyard now. The repetitive sound of water dropping in a shallow puddle on the concrete floor briefly dispelled the silence, but brought about a rather hypnotic aura……Hazel's POV~My body was weak. Every part of me groaned in pain. Serena was a witch! A demon! A devil! If I was going to survive, I needed to get the hell out of here. The bitch was out to kill me. I looked around for a possible escape route. The room had no windows, just an air vent. Judging by the looks of it, I was probably underground. I was left with just two options, getting through the front door (dumb as that may sound) or making my way through the air vent. I certainly didn't like the idea of squirming like a worm. But did I even have a choice? I could barely even tell if it was day or night. There was no clock her
CHAPTER 17: On the same night (the night after Drake's death), Liam and the rest of the pack can be seen gathered in Drake's mansion front yard. Liam's POV~ Standing on the edge of one of the fountains, I stared down at the rest of the pack. The looks on their faces showed how devastated they all were. We had lost our alpha. It was beyond devastating to be honest. What hurt me the most was the fact that I warned Drake about kidnapping Noah's kids but he wouldn't listen. Now look how it all ended. However, I wasn't about to give up so easily. I certainly wasn't going to let his death get us down - it was time for me to fulfill my role as the second in command and teach Noah and his pack a lesson they'll never forget. “Brothers and sisters….” I spoke up, silencing the murmuring and chattering. “As we all know, our beloved Alpha is no more.” I paused, letting the weight of my words sink in. There was a solemn silence - with an almost bloodthirsty aura to it. “But are we going to
CHAPTER 16: Outside the room where Hazel is locked up, Serena suddenly hears Hazel's voice. A smile appears on her face as she walks into the room. She has been waiting for this moment. What does she plan to do to her?....?Serena's POV~“Hello? Hello?! Is anyone there?!” I heard her muffled voice yell from behind the door as I sipped from a bottle of coke. I ain't gonna lie, I had been waiting for her to wake up. I couldn't wait to see the look on her face when she figured out who kidnapped her. The thought of it was so exhilarating. I sipped the last drop of my coke, tossing the plastic bottle away before making my way towards the door.“Oh, you're finally awake?” I said, chuckling a bit as I wound the doorknob and walked in. “W-who’s there?!” the little mouse squealed. I loved the slight hint of fear lacing her voice; it was so appetizing. I walked slowly towards her. Her chair was right in the middle of the room, underneath the dangling lightbulb - the only light source in