I didn't hear any response so I turned to face her and saw she stared at me with arched brows. "Oh, I mean I was just asking! I honestly don't know, like I haven't seen him in a while!" I rambled on, and it got worse because Luna just stared at me with a suspicious grin on her face that only made me more uneasy!
Finally, she asked. "Have you gone to check up on him?" I blinked, wondering how that was an option at all. If I did, wouldn't he just think that I was desperate if I went banging on his door! This was why I was waiting, hoping he would go to his study room or I would bump into him somehow! "Um, I will. I should do that tonight actually, thanks Freya." I lied. Although something inside of me was beginning to feel desperate to check up on him now. "Duke is a very sensitive person. Even I am not so close to him as I wished I was, so you just have to give him a little time to get his shit together. He'll come around." Freya said and it made me wonder if she knew about what transpired between Duke and I. Or maybe she knew of how he and Dean had been fighting over me? I decided not to ask her about that. I stopped before his room, since it was opposite to mine. Then after a soft knock, I waited patiently for his reply. Moments turned into seconds, into minutes and that was when I knocked harder this time. "Duke, it's me. I'm just checking up on you? Are you good in there?" I made my voice as loud as I could. I was waiting patiently for his reply, anything at all! "Hey, Duke?--" "Ana? What are you doing?" I was startled seeing Darius pop his head out from his room, a couple of doors further from mine. "What? Oh, uh...Luna wanted me to give something to Duke!" I lied. "Give him what?" Darius asked with a questioning look on his face. "Um, it's fine. Nothing!" "Duke is actually probably painting." Darius said. "Just leave it in front of his doorstep. He doesn't like getting disturbed when he's in the spirits," Darius said and chuckled. Then he shut the door. "Whoa, that was close." I breathed in. So did he paint in his room now too? I thought he only got inspiration in his so-called study room?? "Duke? When you're done, could you let me know? I think we need to talk." I made my voice as low as possible now but I suspected Darius could still eavesdrop with his heightened hearing. And maybe Dean too? I slowly turned and walked away, heading to my room and fell on the bed. This strange thought of Darius filled my mind as I drifted off in my head. "I have to choose between one of them? But it's not even like I liked any of them!" Whether that was a lie or not, I would love to convince myself I knew what I was saying. The knock on the door made me frown. Who could that be? For a brief while, I felt my breathing pacing as I thought about how to face Duke now after hiding for all these years! But then the scent that filled my nostrils seemed different than the sweet lavender kind I got from Duke, rather it seemed refreshing and cool, like fresh cool rain. I frowned, wishing that somehow Duke would be at the one at the door. I made it a mental note not to panic once I saw him. Heading towards the door with speed, I quickly adjusted the hand of my blouse and lifted my bum shorts up to make my sexy legs become more visible. Opening the door. I froze still in shock looking at the person behind me. "Dean?" I muttered out, confirming it really was him. "What are you, um...what are you doing here?" I asked, staring at him. His light brown hair made his eyes sparkle bright for a reason, defining his handsome features even more. "Hey Anaya." He said at last. "Can I come in please? I need your help."Anaya's POV "What?" I blinked. In cases like this, I had to be sure why one of the trio would need my help for anything at all. They were perfect with no flaws! I saw him holding a book so I guessed for an assignment? But they always aced their exams."Can I come in?" He asked again and I relaxed. Normally, Darius would have just barged in. Now that I thought about it, none of the twins had ever been in my room before. "Sure." I stepped away from the entrance so he would pass through. "Okay, so I have a confession to make." He began to say as soon as we'd both sat down on the bed. "What's that?" "I love literature, but it's fucking hard right now. I'm supposed to outline the basics of writing a novel, and what's worse, I can't just cheat my way in. I have to explain to the whole class next week Friday!" Worry etched on his face as he talked. Dean looked so cute, especially when it seemed like he'd just pouted his lips. I nearly blurted out in a giggle at how cute he was.Straighte
Third POV Alpha Donald was tired of what he'd been hearing about Duke. He loved his son but hated how dramatic Duke could be at times! His wife was already worried sick, wondering what could be wrong with him now. He stopped in front of Duke's room and was about to knock when he heard Anaya's voice. "...borrow me some of your clothes! I mean just like two or three, I need to get ready because I'm going out on a date tomorrow! You won't believe it, Ella..."His heart ached from hearing this. He didn't really know who this Ella was, but he knew it was her friend. And the fact that Anaya had to ask her for clothes..."What kind of a parent am I being to her? I'm sorry, Paul." He shook his head as he felt disappointment for himself. He decided to leave Duke and head downstairs to find his wife. "Well that was fast. I knew you were going to Duke's room." Freya said, flashing him a suspicious look.He sat down beside her on the bed, then pulled Freya closer so she would rest on his ches
I didn't hear her well, and apparently, so did her minions. Maria was the one to talk. "What? What are you doing Sarah!""Yes, love. Why are you saying sorry to this loser!" Donna added. "I'm confused."Sarah turned to them and slapped them both. It looked so dramatic that I opened my mouth to watch in shock. They looked too surprised as I'd been too. "Why did you do that!" Donna cried out, still holding her cheeks. "Because I wanted you both to shut the hell up, okay! I'm here to offer my most sincere apology to Anaya, okay!? So you bitches will shut the fuck up, and listen. In fact, you both, say you're sorry right now."From here, I began to suspect this was probably a dramatic fake ass scenario playing before me. Sarah would never apologize to me for anything! Unless she was planning something even more dreadful. "W-we're sorry?" Donna said. Maria gave it a while before repeating the same thing. "Sarah, what is all this about?" I was forced to ask so she could get straight to
"It's green! And look, it's all old. Ella, this is an oversized boot, I can't wear this with the dress. I dunno..." I didn't mean to be an ingrate, but none of this made sense to me. She was supposed to be my friend, yet here she was standing right in front of me handing me her maid outfits--her dead maid outfits!"It's fashion. What is wrong with you? I really tried my best to get you all of this, why are you complaining?" Her tone had suddenly changed into something eerie and definitely upset. "I just thought...I mean, I wanted to look good like you. I have a date today after school, and I don't have anything to wear at all. Besides, your maid is dead. Isn't it like a bad omen to hand me her outfits? It doesn't seem right, Ella."She blinked, then smacked her lips and took in a heavy sigh. "Fine. I'll take all of that back. But you've gotta wear this dress. Okay? It's nice and will look good on you. If I don't see you tonight, I'm coming to drag your ass out at home, you understand
Anaya's POV Once it was break period, Freya came around like she had promised and together we entered the car parked outside. A short while later, we arrived at the big boutique Dean had asked me to meet him at! I was starting to panic from here. Why had she brought me here?We got out of the car and she held my hand tight, maybe so I wouldn't run away?? Freya was being so suspicious now!But instead, this warm smile filled her features as she said. "Surprise! We're going shopping, you and I."I stood there looking stunned but she held onto me more tighter and dragged me inside. The store was so huge and was a lot more than I'd expected it to be. The truth was that I only always saw it from outside but I'd never stepped foot in here before!Two slender ladies came towards us and Freya whispered something to their ears which brought a bright smile on their faces as they glanced at me. "Come with us, miss." They said to me and came to hold me as they led me to a long wide hall with va
Anaya POV I was trying so hard to stop the tears from dropping down my eyes. I couldn't just move on after his death. "Goodbye, dad...this is harder than I thought..." I mumbled, those words carrying so much sadness. The sound of boots rustled in the dry grasses as footsteps, making me remember I wasn't alone in the lonely quiet graveyard. "Hey Anaya, we should leave now." The voice belonged to Alpha Donald, "I'm waiting in the car." I quickly wipe off any left tears wetting my eyes. Nodding to that, I said in a whisper. "Yes sir." My father's death had been too devastating for me. He died protecting our pack, Moonstone pack, against our highest rivals. Alpha Donald was taking me in to live with he and his family, honoring my father's death. This only meant that I would be sharing the house with my rivals too, more like bullies. Duke, Darius and Dean...three devils created to make my life a living hell. I was always the weird one in school, and that wasn't just the f
Anaya's POV To think a bunch of teenage boys could cause my heart to beat this fast out of fear! I wasn't proud of that. I turned to see Duke standing by the door, his face clearly contorted into a deep frown. "What the hell? Who told you to come in here? Get out!" He raged, completely angered by my presence. I flinched, "I'm sorry. I was just admiring these arts-" Duke came closer, his towering glance over me dominating, "are you deaf, omega? Get out right now!" I nodded, shaking with fear. But somehow, I realized he had been scared as well. Of something I couldn't quite point to. Maybe he didn't want me to see his arts for some reason? But they were lovely! I quickly walked out, then the door shut behind me in a bang. "Okay..." I found myself muttering. Alpha Donald's voice was loud as he called my name. I found him standing before me with brows arched upwards. "Where have you been? You know what, never mind. Come, let me introduce you to my sons." He said, gesturing ove
Anaya's POV "Baby, what is this bitch doing here? Answer me!" Sarah pouted, clutching onto Duke's arm."Ignore her. She'll be staying with us for a little while to honor her father's death or something." Duke said nonchalantly, causing my insides to stir from rage. How could he speak about me like that??I couldn't stand and watch so I lowered my gaze and was about to disappear from their midst, but Donna, Darius's girlfriend pushed me back. "Where do you think you're going to?"This was an opportunity for all of them to bully me again, I knew it. And I was trying everything to avoid it! "You think you matter now, huh? Seeing how you're swinging arms walking side by side with our Academy's sweethearts?" This was coming from the last of them, Maria. "That's ridiculous, Maria. She knows her place, I'm sure of that." Darius said. "She better do. Because if not, you'll be in some serious trouble, you hear me??" Sarah gripped my hair tight and I fought back, yanking her hands off me. O
Anaya's POV Once it was break period, Freya came around like she had promised and together we entered the car parked outside. A short while later, we arrived at the big boutique Dean had asked me to meet him at! I was starting to panic from here. Why had she brought me here?We got out of the car and she held my hand tight, maybe so I wouldn't run away?? Freya was being so suspicious now!But instead, this warm smile filled her features as she said. "Surprise! We're going shopping, you and I."I stood there looking stunned but she held onto me more tighter and dragged me inside. The store was so huge and was a lot more than I'd expected it to be. The truth was that I only always saw it from outside but I'd never stepped foot in here before!Two slender ladies came towards us and Freya whispered something to their ears which brought a bright smile on their faces as they glanced at me. "Come with us, miss." They said to me and came to hold me as they led me to a long wide hall with va
"It's green! And look, it's all old. Ella, this is an oversized boot, I can't wear this with the dress. I dunno..." I didn't mean to be an ingrate, but none of this made sense to me. She was supposed to be my friend, yet here she was standing right in front of me handing me her maid outfits--her dead maid outfits!"It's fashion. What is wrong with you? I really tried my best to get you all of this, why are you complaining?" Her tone had suddenly changed into something eerie and definitely upset. "I just thought...I mean, I wanted to look good like you. I have a date today after school, and I don't have anything to wear at all. Besides, your maid is dead. Isn't it like a bad omen to hand me her outfits? It doesn't seem right, Ella."She blinked, then smacked her lips and took in a heavy sigh. "Fine. I'll take all of that back. But you've gotta wear this dress. Okay? It's nice and will look good on you. If I don't see you tonight, I'm coming to drag your ass out at home, you understand
I didn't hear her well, and apparently, so did her minions. Maria was the one to talk. "What? What are you doing Sarah!""Yes, love. Why are you saying sorry to this loser!" Donna added. "I'm confused."Sarah turned to them and slapped them both. It looked so dramatic that I opened my mouth to watch in shock. They looked too surprised as I'd been too. "Why did you do that!" Donna cried out, still holding her cheeks. "Because I wanted you both to shut the hell up, okay! I'm here to offer my most sincere apology to Anaya, okay!? So you bitches will shut the fuck up, and listen. In fact, you both, say you're sorry right now."From here, I began to suspect this was probably a dramatic fake ass scenario playing before me. Sarah would never apologize to me for anything! Unless she was planning something even more dreadful. "W-we're sorry?" Donna said. Maria gave it a while before repeating the same thing. "Sarah, what is all this about?" I was forced to ask so she could get straight to
Third POV Alpha Donald was tired of what he'd been hearing about Duke. He loved his son but hated how dramatic Duke could be at times! His wife was already worried sick, wondering what could be wrong with him now. He stopped in front of Duke's room and was about to knock when he heard Anaya's voice. "...borrow me some of your clothes! I mean just like two or three, I need to get ready because I'm going out on a date tomorrow! You won't believe it, Ella..."His heart ached from hearing this. He didn't really know who this Ella was, but he knew it was her friend. And the fact that Anaya had to ask her for clothes..."What kind of a parent am I being to her? I'm sorry, Paul." He shook his head as he felt disappointment for himself. He decided to leave Duke and head downstairs to find his wife. "Well that was fast. I knew you were going to Duke's room." Freya said, flashing him a suspicious look.He sat down beside her on the bed, then pulled Freya closer so she would rest on his ches
Anaya's POV "What?" I blinked. In cases like this, I had to be sure why one of the trio would need my help for anything at all. They were perfect with no flaws! I saw him holding a book so I guessed for an assignment? But they always aced their exams."Can I come in?" He asked again and I relaxed. Normally, Darius would have just barged in. Now that I thought about it, none of the twins had ever been in my room before. "Sure." I stepped away from the entrance so he would pass through. "Okay, so I have a confession to make." He began to say as soon as we'd both sat down on the bed. "What's that?" "I love literature, but it's fucking hard right now. I'm supposed to outline the basics of writing a novel, and what's worse, I can't just cheat my way in. I have to explain to the whole class next week Friday!" Worry etched on his face as he talked. Dean looked so cute, especially when it seemed like he'd just pouted his lips. I nearly blurted out in a giggle at how cute he was.Straighte
I didn't hear any response so I turned to face her and saw she stared at me with arched brows. "Oh, I mean I was just asking! I honestly don't know, like I haven't seen him in a while!" I rambled on, and it got worse because Luna just stared at me with a suspicious grin on her face that only made me more uneasy!Finally, she asked. "Have you gone to check up on him?"I blinked, wondering how that was an option at all. If I did, wouldn't he just think that I was desperate if I went banging on his door! This was why I was waiting, hoping he would go to his study room or I would bump into him somehow!"Um, I will. I should do that tonight actually, thanks Freya." I lied. Although something inside of me was beginning to feel desperate to check up on him now."Duke is a very sensitive person. Even I am not so close to him as I wished I was, so you just have to give him a little time to get his shit together. He'll come around." Freya said and it made me wonder if she knew about what transp
"Nothing actually, I'm fine. I'm fine, Babe." Ella said carefully, realizing that everyone was staring at us both now. I glanced further at Darius's direction and saw he had concern etched on his face. I needed to ease this tension--whatever this was! Why did she suddenly overreact like this?"Okay, let's sit down." I said and she listened to me, slowly taking her seat. "Ella, are you sure you're okay? You don't look too good."She relaxed a bit, a fake smile appearing on her face. I knew she was about to lie, but what is going on with her? "I'm fine. Really. I just got something on my mind but I'm good now!"I just nodded, trying to accept her words to be true. She must have been stressing over something but she wouldn't tell me. Ella was a secretive person like that."Alright then. Let's eat." I said. She smiled and took a burger from the box. We ate in silence.Once it was closing hour, I was heading out until I sighted Darius walking over to me. I heaved in a deep sigh, prepared
Anaya's POV "If anyone dares bully Anaya ever again, if you even dare to look at her for more than two seconds, and I catch you doing that! Then what happened to Mike will only be the beginning of your suffering. UNDERSTAND!!!"The murmur of a response was loud and clear, giving him the confidence to produce a satisfied smirk. "Good." He muttered, then pushed Hank causing him to stagger before he took to his heel. When Darius' gaze fell on mine again, I heaved in a raspy breath. "You good?" He asked again and my nod was vigorous. I saw Ella rush forward to meet me. Her eyes held worry in them. "Are you okay? Come here." She pulled me closer, not minding the stench from the rotten egg, but I did, so I moved away from her. "Ella, I'm fine." My gaze was still fixated on Darius. "Come here, let's get you cleaned up." Ella didn't seem to fear Darius because she just acted like he didn't even exist. She held on to me and dragged me out to the restroom. Ella always had some spare tops
Anaya's POV What the heck? This was Darius's doing?? I should have known! The laughter grew further again. "She's such a loser, ha!" A short dude, Mike, said. Darius stepped out from the crowd, an evil smirk resting on his face. "Say it again, Mike. Louder." He rested his hand on his shoulders, still smiling, "I don't think she heard you enough."My heart sank as I watched them behave like fools. The rotten egg still reeked, making me nauseous."I said you're a loser! And a whore too, just like Hank said!" Mike screamed loudly. "Hank said so too? Wow Hank, hurray to you!" Darius laughed out, eyes lighting with excitement."Yes! Great job that I threw the rotten egg, right?" Mike howled, proud of himself."Oh, you threw the egg? Wow. You've got more of those?" Darius asked. He was still resting his hand on Mike's shoulders."No bro. I had only one." Mike said. "Oh that's such a shame." Darius commented. This was making me frown now. Darius never gave a fuck about the students, Dar