EP 8: REPERCUSSIONS EMBERLYN WOLFSONG. After successfully determining that I can no longer stay and contain what I am looking at right now, I finally get up from my position on the bed and walk up to the door with a deep frown on my face. I have already eaten what I want, and no one can stop me now. Now I have enough strength to accomplish my goals and escape this godforsaken goddamned cottage of a building that is terrifying the living hell out of me. I stop by the door and examine the handle with squinted eyes as I press my hand against it. This is not particularly difficult. She did not lock this door, which indicates that she does not intend to keep me trapped. But could it also be a trap to open it and walk out? Maybe she dropped something outside to keep me trapped. This is incredibly suspicious. She can not just leave the door open for me to walk out whenever I want, and I know I have to be strategic about this. I bite my lip as I look at the wooden door handle, then grip
EMBERLYN WOLFSONG. I return my attention to the main door, which is still locked, and fold my arms as I continue to look at it with a lot of thoughts racing through my mind; I guess that is the door I will have to deal with, and I am not giving up on it. I rush back to the room where she kept me and then step inside, looking around for any kind of strong facility I can use as a weapon to smash the door handle open. I need to get out, and I understand that this is my only chance. I frown slightly as I look at the table where she placed my food. Well, nothing bothers me anymore, and I am going to do whatever my instinct tells me to. I move over to the table, take out the tray and jar, place them both down next to my bed, and study it for a while before examining one of its legs and pressing my palms against it to gauge its length and thickness. Yes, that will work. I think to myself and then start searching for something sharp I can use to break it off, but I can not find anything
EMBERLYN WOLFSONG What frightens me is that it was incredibly soft by nature, much like human skin. Are you aware of the possible meaning of this? This could indicate that there are other people in this dimly lit room besides me right now. I wonder with astonishment if there is someone there, but the fact that I am not feeling anything and that this particular person has not hit me in the face yet. What are the chances that this is some kind of bizarre death chamber where several people are hanging in various corners, either with chains around their necks or, more likely, dead? I close my eyes and cover my face with my hand while I scream nonstop in my head because my mind keeps conjuring up so many horrifying, terrifying pictures. I do not think I am capable of doing this anymore. This is just fucking ridiculously irritating. I shake my head resolutely as I make every effort to rise from my kneeling position, pressing my hand against my waist while experiencing that excruciating
EMBERLYN WOLFSONG I must escape this trap and this old witch's wicked scheme. I move off the front lawn of the cottage without thinking and start running as quickly as I can into the bushes. I heed my gut and head in what seems to be a safe route that will keep me far away from the blood wolves. Running through the bushes at top speed, I feel their determined grazes against my skin as if they are trying to stop me from reaching my destination, but I ignore them all and keep moving forward. I keep running, cold sweat trickling down my brow and my heart thumping louder in my chest. This is the appropriate moment. I have some free time this afternoon. I have no restrictions. I am thinking to myself the entire time I am running, using all of my strength to swing my hands. And then I reach a spot that appears to have some people living there. Although the area I am looking at is still covered in forest, there is one area that has been cleared in a way that appears to have been done b
EP 9: INTERVENTION EMBERLYN WOLFSONG Oh, beloved lunar mother, I do not think I can handle this much longer. The hurt is unbearable. My skull is being torn apart into a million pieces by it. My bones are scattered all over the place. I can not even begin to describe the pain I am experiencing right now—my brain is breaking and vibrating nonstop inside my head. There is only a split second left before it bursts in my brain and likely sends me to the afterlife. This is simply beyond comprehension. As I remain where I am, screaming and crying, the beast with an evil snarl on its face continues to pin my broken elbow against dry grass. "Are you able to sense it? Emberlyn, are you experiencing that pain? You should feel that way since you have taken possession of something that should have belonged to our descendants a millennium ago. We are simply going to take it back at this moment. Therefore, you deserve to have every bone in your body broken so that you can no longer walk. You ou
EMBERLYN WOLFSONG I recognize this particular scene so well. In my head, it keeps flashing incessantly. I finally realized after giving it a lot of thought that it was exactly like the dream I had while lying in bed the night before the competition. This is how it comes to pass. Even now, I have no idea. Nothing is feeling up to me. My whole body is trembling with pain, anger, fear, and weakness. I am not even sure which emotion to identify. In a lot of situations, my mind is all over the place. It is very vulnerable. I am unsure of what action to take. I make every effort to move slowly into my position and try to pick up more speed to get away from the beast that is currently approaching me slowly while laughing hysterically. "What then was your gain, now that you have completed the run? How much ground were you able to cover? Discourse with me, Emberlyn. Tell me about the accomplishment you made. I have you lying here in front of me, at my mercy. My free will allows me to inte
EMBERLYN WOLFSONG "Regretfully, you would not be eligible for this kind of assistance. " The beast keeps making jokes. In a desperate attempt to free myself, I open my mouth and scream nonstop. "Please refrain from treating me like this. Someone, please lend a helping hand!! " As I raise my left hand in desperation to press it against the beast's teeth, I keep screaming. Then I fight to get its head to come away, but it is just too strong for me to handle. I wish the incredible power I possessed a few moments ago could come alive right now and allow me to shoo this beast away. The creature sneers. With a growl, it says, "I do not think that kind of ability can repeat itself a second time. Thus, just give up on trying to set yourself free. Nobody can release you from my control. " The beast grabs my left hand and slams it against the parched grass once more, declaring that no one can release me from its hold. I am about to hear my brain rip apart because I hear another loud crack
EMBERLYN WOLFSONG She is pointed in the direction of the beast that is rushing to capture her and probably ends her dynasty when the bat-like wings on her back suddenly develop sharp structures that resemble blades at their tips as they swing forward. I watch as they both slam their fists against each other, creating an earthquake that rocks the area around me with tremendous force. As I roll in agonizing pain, attempting to regain control over my feeble hands that continue to ache so intensely that it is likely tearing at my membrane and seeping into my brain, I feel a powerful gust of wind from their collision that pushes me away and makes me shake uncontrollably in place. I grit my teeth in agony as I try to open my eyes and see that the two of them are still fighting. They appear to be equally powerful based on what I can see right now, but the beast appears to be much more powerful due to its size and unquestionable strength. For what purpose has this beast been around? It
Episode 23 Chapter 106Episode 23: The Revelation Emberlyn Wolfsong I come to a stop the moment I realize that the person they are beating so bloodily is Xander, and I pause in my steps, feeling a supreme, uncontrollable, powerful rage boiling deep down within me.Oh, they've seriously got to be kidding me right now. What the hell? What gave them the guts to...Without control of my body, I find myself walking briskly, as sharply as ever, towards the scene, shoving a few students who are screaming in the commotion aside, without even caring if I hurt them or not. A few of them are calling me names as I push them away, but hell, I don't care.Who the hell gave these bullies the guts to try to molest my mate? That sudden thought is ringing endlessly in my mind as I feel a sudden powerful energy and flames erupting deep down within me. I don't know what is going on, but I know that whatever this is, it is a perfect sign that my anger is reaching a certain stage where I might not be abl
Episode 22 Chapter 105Emberlyn Wolfsong The silence in the office has stretched for a very, very long time as Principal Vespera continues to scrutinize me with a raised eyebrow, her fingers laced together, and her rainbow-colored irises probing through me, making me shift where I'm standing. To be honest, I don't know whether it's because of my bloodline being a member of Darkhaven or something like that, but I do know that I kind of can feel people's auras and detect when something is wrong. The vibe I am getting from her right now is completely off. This is not the Principal Vespera I know. Something doesn't sit right. "Yeah, you are right about that." That voice in my head returns and this forces me to frown. I sigh calmly and try to brush it off, but I'm finding it hard to keep my gaze on her eyes. There's something in them that is so overwhelming, I just… My body cannot take it. She chuckles and relaxes back against her seat. "Your nervousness is agitating Emberlyn, you do k
Episode 22 Chapter 104★Xander ShadowhunterI look at Alex, who is still standing in front of me, as relentless as ever in his quest to upset me and make me want to do things I am not prepared to do.He does not give up. To be honest, I do not have time for this cunt. I am almost done with him, and I decided a long time ago that I am going to do all in my ability to avoid him as much as possible, and I mean it. He is not going to make me change my mind. I mean it wholeheartedly. His antiques had already gotten out of control. His battle is just too much for me, and I am done with him. If he does not change his attitude, I may be obliged to do things that shock the entire school, and he will regret ever crossing my path in the first place. I do not know what to do right now. I am beyond frustrated as I stand in my current stance, pushing my palm against my forehead and grinding my teeth together. "Alex, please stop this, okay? You are falsely accusing me of something here, so pl
Episode 22 Chapter 103Xander Shadowhunter★I stand by Principal Vespera's door, inquisitive about what she wants with Emberlyn.Am I worried?A little amount, yes.It is still unclear to me why she would want to have anything to do with her in the first place. Emberlyn's standing and reputation as a person who has not been able to reach her core have prevented anybody from attempting to establish such a relationship with her, including pupils and professors. Principal Vespera has been at the top of a list of teachers who despise Emberlyn with every fiber of their being. So sure, I am worried. This makes me wonder as I frown slightly and raise my brow, considering myself.This is quite strange, and why exactly do I have the impression that something is not quite right here? I think for myself.I am torn between staying and eavesdropping while standing at the door and walking away.Is that a good idea?I am not so convinced about it. My mind is in a state of tremendous bewilderme
Episode 22 Chapter 102Emberlyn Wolfsong★I and Xander are still unsure why Principal Vesperia needs to see us, but who are we kidding? The answer is right in front of our faces. We have done the very worst. We perpetrated one of the most heinous crimes in the Kingdom of Darkhaven. One of the restrictions that have been emphasized from the beginning is that students are not permitted to participate in personal activities, particularly during times when courses are scheduled. Well, I can not blame Xander or myself for going through this. I think that was Mr. Cyclops' fault. We were simply going through the class as usual, but he had to pull off that crazy feat, forcing Xander to pull me out in an attempt to calm me down. I guess our mate Bond caused us to lose control, and we ended up in that scenario. Oh my goodness, who the hell am I kidding? Why am I suddenly making excuses to cover up our bad
Episode 22 Chapter 101Episode 22: A Surprise Proposition Emberlyn Wolfsong★Oh shit...My heart is in my throat right now. Honestly, I have never felt so terrified and embarrassed in my life. Xander is still holding me as we both look towards the garden's entrance. Principal Vesperia stands there with her arms folded and a serene, mild smile on her face as if she is trying to be kind. But we are not buying it. We both know Principal Vesperia, and we know she is not the type to make friends with every student. Anyone she sees breaking school rules or doing things they are not supposed to be doing will undoubtedly face serious consequences. And from the expression on her face... That is not a typical friendly smile. That is an extremely dangerous smile, one that might result in incarceration or any of the most severe punishments imaginable. We jolt and break away from one other
Episode 21 chapter 100Emberlyn Wolfsong★Okay, I did not see that one coming. His hands are tightly wrapped around my waist. My body is tightly squeezed against his strong muscular, solid arms. I did not expect him to do that. I merely assumed he wanted to assist me escape Mr. Cyclops' wicked claws. But I have to say, his lips feel so amazing. Goddess, I feel so smothered. I am blown away. I can feel the strength of his bulging muscles against my chest. I can not make him stop kissing me. I want more. Why am I not fighting it? A portion of my mind wants him to stop, but a larger part wants him to continue. Oh no, I can not breathe. 'That is my baby girl. Do not resist it. Allow it to completely devour you. Allow the strength of the bond to envelope you.' The terrible voice returns to my mind, and I groan against his lips.
Episode 21 chapter 99Xander Shadowhunter★I gulp hard, keeping my gaze fixed on Emberlyn, who likewise appears stunned when the voice of Mr. Cyclops, the speaker, reaches our ears from where he stands.Oh crap...I grin nervously.I am not scared for myself, though. I am terrified for her. We are both completely screwed right now, and we have become the center of attention in class, with everyone's eyes directed at us. As always, the whispers continue, and I grimace as I grip my hands tightly, trying to think of a way to get Emberlyn out of this situation.As previously said, I am not concerned about myself. I do not care what happens to me out here right now. My sole concentration is Emberlyn. She has been through so many things that it is enough to crush her soul and make her feel like she should turn her head upside down and smash her skull against a wall. The trauma she has had, as wel
Episode 21 Chapter 98Xandar Shadowhunter★Right now, I feel like a dumb little bastard.I have been utterly taken over and won over by a specimen that I have been trying to get out of my head for quite some time. I can not even concentrate on what else I am doing. She is the only one on my mind right now, as I sit in class with the lecture going on. My eyes and gaze are not focused on the lecture in front of us. My attention is drawn to the beautiful, stunning creature sitting next to me, who appears to be completely engaged in the lecture and taking notes in her book. This piques my interest as I relax against my table, face to palm, staring carefully at her lovely features. Damn...I can not stop; I can not even control it. I notice her large, full pink lips and her lovely lashes, which flow in a really elegant manner, reminding me of a goddess even though I have never seen one before. Oh, damn,