In the dining room, I observed Xander engaged in a grave discussion with Nadine. However, upon my entrance, his stern expression melted into a smile, and he rose gracefully, the epitome of a gentleman, to greet me.“Come, sit here,” Xander offered, his voice imbued with a refined hospitality. “What brings you to seek me at this late hour?”I still stood. Drawing in a deep, contemplative breath, I wrestled with the swirling maelstrom of doubts within me. Mother had been right; I could no longer drift aimlessly through life's journey without purpose. For too long, I had been a mere leaf in the wind. It was time to seize the reins of my destiny. Casting a glance at my mother, I found encouragement in her subtle nod, a silent support.“Xander, I implore you, answer me truthfully,” I entreated, my voice laced with a newfound resolve.“Yes,” Xander responded, curiosity flickering in his eyes. “What burdens your heart with such seriousness?”“Please, tell me, did Eclipse truly steal with you
Her big body like me lunged at me, her claws aimed with lethal precision. I managed to block her initial strike, but her subsequent kick caught me off guard, sending my body hurtling into a corner of the dining hall.I may have power, but I don't have enough experience in fighting, since I just learned in these two weeks. Nadine was professional. She tried to hit me a few times again, and I blocked some of it. Mother tried to help me, but Nadine in her super werewolf side only needed one punch to knock out mother.As Nadine advanced towards me, a creeping sense of fear began to overwhelm me. I realized that even in my enhanced state, I might not be able to triumph over Nadine. Her presence loomed larger with each step she took, her confidence evident in her imposing stance and unwavering gaze.Xander suddenly intervened, positioning himself as a barrier between us. His tone was cold, authoritative. “Nadine, enough is enough.”"But she needs to understand her place, Xander!" Nadine pro
On the private aircraft, I occupied a seat alongside my mother and Nicholas, engaging in a profound conversation regarding our forthcoming plans."Nicholas, we are planning to ally with Eclipse to reclaim the royal kingdom. What are your thoughts?" I inquired, seeking his perspective on our daunting task.He reclined in the luxurious plane chair, his face a mix of contemplation and unease. "Well, choosing between my Uncle Ferdinand and the Dark King is like picking the lesser of two evils. I'd reluctantly opt for the Dark King, as their greed is purely for wealth. But my uncle... his thirst for power knows no bounds. I think he would readily eliminate me to ensure either he or his son inherits the crown."My mother, her voice steady yet tinged with a hint of concern, reassured him, "Don't fret, Nicholas. Once you marry Aurora, the crown will still be yours. We're family, after all."At this, Nicholas let out a laugh, but it was hollow, devoid of genuine mirth. "Ah, such dreams you har
I struggled to comprehend the gravity of the situation. General Thomas, a daunting figure marked by scars etched deep into his weathered face, fixed me with a gaze so intense it felt like it could pierce through my very soul. His eyes, simmering with hostility, bore into me as he posed his question again."Aurora, you must agree to lead the front war," General Thomas insisted, his voice unwavering.‘Me, leading the war on the front line? You must be out of you mind.’“I am sorry,” I replied, feeling a twinge of fear. “I don’t have the ability to fight, nor to lead a fight. I really don’t think I am suited for it.”“You may not lead nor know how to kill.” His response was curt, the harshness in his tone unmistakable. “But your pact, the ex-Royal Guard. They can do better. Give me all your pact or give back to Nicholas and let him lead the war. And don’t forget to return everything you received from Prince Nicholas.”I felt a knot of confusion tighten in my stomach. “What do you mean?”
"I don't," I quickly replied. But I can feel something starting to change inside me. Like Xander had told me, my blood slowly changing, starting to emit a pheromone. And after that, my whole body started to change for a more powerful and perfect structure of the body. Adding high-quality serum while training, I could feel that my vision, mind, and whole body were clearer and sharper. I felt more powerful daily. And yes, maybe I have a charming ability, but I don't dare to say that.Nicholas, his face contorted with anger and a sense of betrayal, demanded, “Enough, Ferdinand. Just tell me, do you seek to buy my support or not? If you have no such intention, I shall take my leave now.”“Nicholas! This isn't about mere coins; it's about honor!” My father's voice thundered across the room, his face flushed with fervor.“You damned old man. You refuse to pay, yet you expect me to sacrifice myself for nothing but honor? You're no better than Victor. I am done here.” Nicholas’s voice dripped
I sat quietly in a clean cell with shiny silver bars, thinking, on the hard bed. Nicholas was also locked up, in the cell to my right. The air felt thick around us, filled with the sterile smell of metal. It was our first day meeting my father, and we were already behind bars.What a life.‘Do I have to cry again?’ I wondered, a weary sigh escaping my lips. Even myself is already tired of me. I can only cry and never seem to do anything better. I longed to be like Nadine – strong, powerful, a master of my own destiny. Even Bianca possessed a strength I envied.But what am I? Haven't I promised to be strong and never regret whatever I am going to do again?Yet, here I was, drowning in regret, I really regret losing Xanders and Nadine. With them, I almost felt invincible; they supported me, accepted me as I was. Even in my weakness, they stood by me, patiently guiding me towards my own strength. They valued me for who I truly was.Xanders... he had become my everything.'Why did I hurt
As I lay there napping, half-asleep, the familiar voice of my mother pierced through my dreams, pulling me back to a harsher reality.“Aurora,” she called, her voice laced with a deep-seated worry that seemed to echo off the cold walls of the jail.I don't know whether she worries about me or worries about me not following Ferdinand's plan.“I don’t think we have anything to talk about anymore,” I responded, without bothering to wake up. I couldn't bring myself to look at her directly, the sting of her betrayal too fresh, too painful. She, my mother, betrayed me. In the name of family. No, it is I, myself who chose to follow her. So it is my own stupidity.‘I should not follow her way of thinking without any facts.’"Please, Aurora, just this once, follow what your father has arranged for you." She implored, her hands clasping and unclasping nervously. "Don't you want the three of us to be together again? The chance is finally here.""Family?" I scoffed bitterly, finally turning to fa
I am NathanAt the age of 21, I had already enlisted in the Special Forces, a unit renowned for international counter-terrorism operations and critical rescue missions, including the apprehension of high-profile terrorists. I traveled to Iraq, Afghanistan, Somalia, North Korea, and many other dangerous countries.As an Alpha werewolf, my physique was robust, and my reflexes were swift, propelling me ahead of my peers and quickly establishing me as the leader of my specialized team.However, everything shifted five years ago during a mission involving a terrorist known as Eclipse. The reality was, it wasn't Eclipse itself but an impostor using its name to wreak havoc and inadvertently entangle citizens in a foreign country. Our team was dispatched for a rescue operation, and I was on the brink of capturing Eclipse's trail.For months, I tirelessly pursued them from the fake Eclipse to the real Eclipse, slowly figuring out what they really wanted. They wanted werewolves to be able to li