#Chapter286IM HERE“This is the cure.” Brody announced, holding up a small plastic tube with orange liquid inside.I nodded, moving closer to him. “How fast will this work?” I asked, lifting my brow as I examined the liquid.I don’t know if it’s only going to bring Allie back into my mind or if it’s going to force a shift. I don’t want to be in the middle of a hallway, out in the open, and suddenly start shifting. One, because I’ll be vulnerable for an attack, and two, I know it’s going to hurt like hell.“I don’t know, Alora.” He answered, grabbing a syringe from beside him.He furrowed his brows as he stared at the tube, “I don’t know how much to give you.”“Just give me all of it,” I shrugged. “Worse case, it doesn’t work.”He sighed, shaking his head. “No, Alora. Worse case, you lost your wolf completely.”I breathed deeply, before exhaling slowly. “It’s a risk I need to take.”I know it’s a lot. It comes with risks, but right now we don’t have my opt
#Chapter287IT'S ON MEOnce we parted ways, with Callie sitting on my back, we started in the direction Brody told us to go. Brody put some clothes in Callie’s backpack for when I needed to shift. I gave all control to Allie, she’s stealthier than me and faster.We crept down the hallways. Allie kept her guard up, listening for any sounds, but it was eerily silent, like no one was around. I know it’s only early, but I expected some to be around.I could see the double doors we had to go through just ahead of us. I sighed out in relief when I noticed a sign on the door saying ‘push’. I won’t have to let Callie down now to pull open the door, she can stay safely on my back.As we got nearer the door, I noticed two figures behind the door. Allie slowed down, a small growl slipped out when we stopped completely beside the door. A small whimper came from Callie, and she clung tighter onto my fur.Allie lowered our body to the ground enough for Callie to climb off. I needed
#Chapter288HUNTI made sure Callie was safely tucked away before I left. The cabin was full of tricks, I was pleasantly surprised. Callie’s dad used to take Brody and her to the cabin. He built a panic room under the stairs. If you don’t know it’s there, you would never know.I made a promise to her that I would bring Brody back to her. I know making a promise like that wasn’t the best choice, but I wasn't lying. I will bring him back to her, one way or another.I lightened my footsteps as I sped through the forest. I made sure I avoided any loose branches, careful not to make any sound. I’d be quicker in my wolf form, but when I find Brody, I want to be able to talk to him.I kept my senses heightened, but the forest was silent and there weren’t any scents either. Not that I could track Brody, he doesn’t have a scent.I had no idea where to start to look for him, so I’m heading back the way we came. If he was coming to us, he’d be on this path too, but he’s not.
#Chapter289ADVENTUREI opened my eyes slowly, blinking a few times. I flexed my fingers, feeling the plush cushions of the sofa.“Brody, she’s awake,” Callie whispered.I turned my head and smiled weakly at Broke as he kneeled at my side. He returned the smile, before sighing heavily and pushing his fingers through his hair.“What happened?” I questioned.I remember finding Brody, feeling weak, and then passing out. I tried reaching Allie, I can still sense her and hear her softly snoring. Whatever we did must have taken it out of her.“You healed me, Alora.” He answered. “Did you know you had healing powers?”I raised my brows at him.“No, I didn’t know I had any powers. There hasn’t ever been a hybrid before, so who knows what else I could have.” I shrugged. “My parents told me I could possess some powers, but it was never certain.”I grabbed hold of the back of the sofa and pulled myself up. I swung my legs off the sofa and slouched back into the seat.
#Chapter290WARNINGBrody was in front of us before I could respond or even move. I attempted to pull him back, but he wouldn’t move. I appreciate the thought of him trying to protect us, but right now we stand more chance if I distract them and Brody and Callie get a head start.“Callie, honey, come here.” One of the women spoke, holding her hand out.I watched as Callie’s eyes went wide, and she gripped hold of Brody’s legs. My eyes darted between the woman, Brody and Callie. I could see the resemblance between them all. This is definitely their mother, Lenora.A growl spewed from my mouth before I could stop it. I don’t fully know the history between Lenora and my parents, but I know enough to know she tried ruining them both. She’s the reason Brody was injured, and I’d bet my life that she is one of the ones who wanted me captured.My eyes burned and I knew I was changing. My wolf and vampire side was coming forward. I still couldn’t fully sense Allie, she needed
#Chapter291AS HIGH AS BIRDSAfter I shifted and put on the clothes Brody gave me, I healed his chest. It wasn’t a deep injury, it would have healed perfectly on its own in time, but I liked the fact I could take the little pain he had away.I strolled behind Brody and Callie as we walked the streets. I didn’t know where we were. Because I had to keep my identity hidden, I never really travelled anywhere; although I’m so okay with staying in the country side. The smells surrounding the city were definitely questionable, and there was so much noise. Aside from the smells and noise, the city was beautiful.There has been so much that’s happened the last couple of days. I haven’t had a minute to actually let everything settle with me. Finding out I have not one but two powers was shocking. I know some, like the dark wolf, have powers, but I never thought I’d have anything. Who knows exactly what I can do, there’s never been a hybrid. There is no history, no lore, we’re none th
#Chapter292I AM HOME“Alora?”I sighed out in relief as I heard my dad’s voice. My eyes filled with tears as I heard him shout of Mum.“It’s me.”I took a deep breath, before letting it out slowly.“Where are you sweetheart? Are you safe?”“I’m on a jet. I’m coming home, Dad. There’s too much to explain over the phone, but I’m safe now.”“Alora, my baby.” Mum cried down the phone.I could just picture my dad sat at his desk with Mum standing beside him, leaning on Dad’s desk.“I have missed you both so much.” I whimpered.Tears were now streaming down my face. I held my hand over my mouth to muffle my sobs, trying not to wake Callie. I gripped the phone receiver and sucked in short breaths, trying to calm myself.“We never stopped searching for you, Lori.” Dad sighed, “We missed you so much.”I breathed deeply and looked down as Brody squeezed my hand. He had pushed his arm between the seats and was resting his hand on top of mine. I gave him a s
#Chapter293FOREVER IN YOUR DEBTI slowly stepped down the stairs, keeping tight hold of Callie. My eyes darted between everyone, unsure of who to look at. No matter who I looked at, my eyes kept landing on Corbon’s.As I reached the bottom step, I passed Callie to Brody. I tucked Callie’s hair behind her ear and smiled at her. I turned and glanced at my family. Corbon stood in a little in front with his arms outstretched and a huge smile on his face.I raced forward and into Corbon’s open arms. He wrapped his arms tightly around my back, holding me up as my knees buckled. Sobs racked through my body as I buried my head into his chest.Corbon took a deep breath. “I have missed you so much.” He breathed out in relief as he pulled away slightly.I wrapped my arms around him, brought him back to me, and sniffled.“Me too, Coby.”Mum and Dad circled us both and wrapped their arms around both of us. I breathed deeply, taking in their scents, letting a calmness wash o