“Hey man, guess who's back?” Dominic heard the voice of his Beta over the phone.“And so? Why are you calling me? You know I prefer a mind-link. My phone is for Sheriff's business," Dominic sighed. “How soon can you get here? The pack members are getting rowdy again, and I need my Beta there until I finish up tonight."“So I guess you'll show up late again," Lucas huffed. “Look, man. I know you want to solve this case and the pack members want you to solve it, too. They just think you are acting like one of them, one of the humans." Lucas whispered the last part with his eyes roaming the area. “Anyway, I'm calling you because I need a ride from the airport and I didn't mind link you because I'm in a public place. What would the humans think if they saw my eyes stalk white and me standing drooling on myself?"Dominic chuckled, “You're right, they would think you're possessed, or worse, a zombie.” They both laughed. “I'm afraid I am swamped with work right now, so I can't leave the offi
DOMINIC'S POVI was tired as hell, and I felt bad for standing up, yet another woman I was supposed to go out with. As soon as I closed my garage door, I dialed Chelsea, but an automated voice chimed in.'The number you have dialed is out of service.'What the hell, I thought as I looked at the phone screen. Shit. I cursed when I realized whose phone number I dialed. I entered my home, it was around 5 in the morning. I threw my keys in the little bowl I had sitting on the table and walked over to check my messages on the answering machine.' You have eight new messages' The automated voice said, then began playing my messages.“Dominic, dear, why won't you give your poor old mom a call? Your father and I will be in town this weekend. Maybe we could all get together. Call me, love you, bye.”Deleted. My mother/former Luna could be so overbearing at times. We were all together a couple of months ago for my inauguration ball. Why would she wanna 'get together' so soon? Knowing her, she p
Celeste tossed and turned in the wee hours of the morning. It had been hours since her body met with the plushness of her childhood bed, but even the comfort and familiarity of the room couldn't lull her to sleep. Her mind travelled back to when she was a teenager and Dominic used to sneak through her bedroom window. They would play a game where he would please her with his tongue while she tried to suppress her screams. She felt her entire body heating up, there was no doubt in her mind that her body was now coated in a rose-pink tint. With a yawn, she rose from the bed, realizing that sleep would not come anytime soon. She grabbed her phone from the nightstand and checked the time. It was almost 6:30 am. Lethargically, she slipped her swollen feet into her bed slippers, the only thing she unpacked from her suitcase. Dragging her feet across the tiled floor, she headed to DJ's room. She wanted to see how her son slept his first night in America. She quietly nudged the door open, s
The stench of death permeated Lucas's nose as he stood to face his enemy. A creature so tall and ghastly he didn't know what it was at first. It had a dog-like face with a downward slope in its back like a hyena's. It was standing on its hind legs at a height of around seven feet. The beast loomed over Lucas as it breathed in the werewolf's scent. "No, it cannot be," Lux's shaky voice traveled in Lucas's head. "I haven't seen one of these in centuries," Lux explained. "200 years before I was reborn to you, I belonged to a human called Luther, and during the great famine, we ran into one of these things. It's called a Shunka Warakin." Lucas swallowed hard when the creature pressed its nose on his tummy, sniffing Lucas some more. "Should we run?" Lucas questioned his wolf. A slab of flesh from the Shunka's previous kill still hung on its lips. Lucas grunted when he smelt Gary's blood on the beast. "No, just stay quiet," Lux quickly intervened before Lucas got out of control. "It
Dominic ran around in circles, trying to stain the forest with the kid's scent in order to confuse the creature. A Shunka Warakin was a very dangerous shifter, that ate other shifters and supernatural creatures. But it didn't do so of its own free will. It had to have a master who commands it. “Dominic, are we sure it is a Shunka, Lucas can be a little untrustworthy when it comes to delivering proper description.”“Onyx, you are right, but Lux was certain, and I trust Lux,” he told his wolf and Onyx grunted in agreement. What Lucas informed him about the piece of the creature's flesh that turned into ash made him wonder how to kill it if it's capable of regenerating. “We have to find its master. The one that controls it, and then stab both of them in the heart with a wooden stake.” Onyx explained. “But how do I figure out who its master is?”“You will soon. We'll just have to keep an eye out for anything or anyone that seems a little strange.” Onyx stated. “I think it's gone for
The sky was a mixture of ash and coal as the rain clouds rolled into view. Dominic smelled it days ago, that there was going to be a storm. The weather forecast predicted it to last at least three days, but he knew they were only getting a few scattered showers and thunderstorms throughout the night. He was sure it would pass by the morning. He sat at his desk, and images of Celeste invaded his mind. He missed her, and seeing her again after all those years did something unexplainable to him. It made his emotions get the better of him when he kissed her. Even though her hand slapping him across his face made it perfectly clear that she didn't share the same feelings, he just didn't care anymore. The sheriff's office turned into chaos as the phones lit up with complaints. The Shunka was sighted by many of the town folks. Calls of a strange creature seen running rampant in the town's square, destroying buildings and vehicles. Some claimed it was a demon, while others reported it was a
Dominic did his job by feeding the public a reassuring story about the Shunka Warakin and how they didn't have to worry because it was only a matter of time before they captured it and put it down. He convinced them that it was a rabid dog and that it would be taken care of. After ensuring everyone involved in the Shunka incident was doing well. Dominic sped down the quiet street as he made his way toward the Packhouse. He was worried about DJ, no kid should have to witness their loved one getting hurt like that and for his sake, he truly hoped his grandmother would pull through. He was zooming down the strip on Highway 91 when Lucas informed him that the kid was changing. He definitely had Alpha's blood for sure, Dom thought. And he figured now that he was transforming, they could finally catch his scent, so they could see if his lineage was of someone they know. He felt bad for the kid though, he was far too young to be in so much pain. He sunk his feet on the pedal and floored i
The sunlight curled through the windows and pulled at Dominic's eyelids. He stirred, feeling annoyed that the daylight was disturbing his slumber. He swallowed, and it was then he noticed the sharp, pointy metal at his larynx. His eyes fluttered open only to see a snarling DJ resting a knife at his throat. The seriousness on DJ's face told Dominic to choose his words wisely, or this brave little kid would slice his neck open. Dom wasn't worried about dying from the injury. He knew he would heal in no time. It was just that he just purchased his vegan couch, and he didn't feel like paying $5000 to get another because he spilled blood all over it. He cautiously raised his hands in surrender. “Hey there, little man. We're cool, right?" he asked slowly asked. “I don't know. That depends on your answer." DJ pressed the tip harder against his skin. “What's the question?” Dom urged, his wolf standing proud of how well their son could handle a situation. It was obvious the little man did
The sunlight curled through the windows and pulled at Dominic's eyelids. He stirred, feeling annoyed that the daylight was disturbing his slumber. He swallowed, and it was then he noticed the sharp, pointy metal at his larynx. His eyes fluttered open only to see a snarling DJ resting a knife at his throat. The seriousness on DJ's face told Dominic to choose his words wisely, or this brave little kid would slice his neck open. Dom wasn't worried about dying from the injury. He knew he would heal in no time. It was just that he just purchased his vegan couch, and he didn't feel like paying $5000 to get another because he spilled blood all over it. He cautiously raised his hands in surrender. “Hey there, little man. We're cool, right?" he asked slowly asked. “I don't know. That depends on your answer." DJ pressed the tip harder against his skin. “What's the question?” Dom urged, his wolf standing proud of how well their son could handle a situation. It was obvious the little man did
Dominic did his job by feeding the public a reassuring story about the Shunka Warakin and how they didn't have to worry because it was only a matter of time before they captured it and put it down. He convinced them that it was a rabid dog and that it would be taken care of. After ensuring everyone involved in the Shunka incident was doing well. Dominic sped down the quiet street as he made his way toward the Packhouse. He was worried about DJ, no kid should have to witness their loved one getting hurt like that and for his sake, he truly hoped his grandmother would pull through. He was zooming down the strip on Highway 91 when Lucas informed him that the kid was changing. He definitely had Alpha's blood for sure, Dom thought. And he figured now that he was transforming, they could finally catch his scent, so they could see if his lineage was of someone they know. He felt bad for the kid though, he was far too young to be in so much pain. He sunk his feet on the pedal and floored i
The sky was a mixture of ash and coal as the rain clouds rolled into view. Dominic smelled it days ago, that there was going to be a storm. The weather forecast predicted it to last at least three days, but he knew they were only getting a few scattered showers and thunderstorms throughout the night. He was sure it would pass by the morning. He sat at his desk, and images of Celeste invaded his mind. He missed her, and seeing her again after all those years did something unexplainable to him. It made his emotions get the better of him when he kissed her. Even though her hand slapping him across his face made it perfectly clear that she didn't share the same feelings, he just didn't care anymore. The sheriff's office turned into chaos as the phones lit up with complaints. The Shunka was sighted by many of the town folks. Calls of a strange creature seen running rampant in the town's square, destroying buildings and vehicles. Some claimed it was a demon, while others reported it was a
Dominic ran around in circles, trying to stain the forest with the kid's scent in order to confuse the creature. A Shunka Warakin was a very dangerous shifter, that ate other shifters and supernatural creatures. But it didn't do so of its own free will. It had to have a master who commands it. “Dominic, are we sure it is a Shunka, Lucas can be a little untrustworthy when it comes to delivering proper description.”“Onyx, you are right, but Lux was certain, and I trust Lux,” he told his wolf and Onyx grunted in agreement. What Lucas informed him about the piece of the creature's flesh that turned into ash made him wonder how to kill it if it's capable of regenerating. “We have to find its master. The one that controls it, and then stab both of them in the heart with a wooden stake.” Onyx explained. “But how do I figure out who its master is?”“You will soon. We'll just have to keep an eye out for anything or anyone that seems a little strange.” Onyx stated. “I think it's gone for
The stench of death permeated Lucas's nose as he stood to face his enemy. A creature so tall and ghastly he didn't know what it was at first. It had a dog-like face with a downward slope in its back like a hyena's. It was standing on its hind legs at a height of around seven feet. The beast loomed over Lucas as it breathed in the werewolf's scent. "No, it cannot be," Lux's shaky voice traveled in Lucas's head. "I haven't seen one of these in centuries," Lux explained. "200 years before I was reborn to you, I belonged to a human called Luther, and during the great famine, we ran into one of these things. It's called a Shunka Warakin." Lucas swallowed hard when the creature pressed its nose on his tummy, sniffing Lucas some more. "Should we run?" Lucas questioned his wolf. A slab of flesh from the Shunka's previous kill still hung on its lips. Lucas grunted when he smelt Gary's blood on the beast. "No, just stay quiet," Lux quickly intervened before Lucas got out of control. "It
Celeste tossed and turned in the wee hours of the morning. It had been hours since her body met with the plushness of her childhood bed, but even the comfort and familiarity of the room couldn't lull her to sleep. Her mind travelled back to when she was a teenager and Dominic used to sneak through her bedroom window. They would play a game where he would please her with his tongue while she tried to suppress her screams. She felt her entire body heating up, there was no doubt in her mind that her body was now coated in a rose-pink tint. With a yawn, she rose from the bed, realizing that sleep would not come anytime soon. She grabbed her phone from the nightstand and checked the time. It was almost 6:30 am. Lethargically, she slipped her swollen feet into her bed slippers, the only thing she unpacked from her suitcase. Dragging her feet across the tiled floor, she headed to DJ's room. She wanted to see how her son slept his first night in America. She quietly nudged the door open, s
DOMINIC'S POVI was tired as hell, and I felt bad for standing up, yet another woman I was supposed to go out with. As soon as I closed my garage door, I dialed Chelsea, but an automated voice chimed in.'The number you have dialed is out of service.'What the hell, I thought as I looked at the phone screen. Shit. I cursed when I realized whose phone number I dialed. I entered my home, it was around 5 in the morning. I threw my keys in the little bowl I had sitting on the table and walked over to check my messages on the answering machine.' You have eight new messages' The automated voice said, then began playing my messages.“Dominic, dear, why won't you give your poor old mom a call? Your father and I will be in town this weekend. Maybe we could all get together. Call me, love you, bye.”Deleted. My mother/former Luna could be so overbearing at times. We were all together a couple of months ago for my inauguration ball. Why would she wanna 'get together' so soon? Knowing her, she p
“Hey man, guess who's back?” Dominic heard the voice of his Beta over the phone.“And so? Why are you calling me? You know I prefer a mind-link. My phone is for Sheriff's business," Dominic sighed. “How soon can you get here? The pack members are getting rowdy again, and I need my Beta there until I finish up tonight."“So I guess you'll show up late again," Lucas huffed. “Look, man. I know you want to solve this case and the pack members want you to solve it, too. They just think you are acting like one of them, one of the humans." Lucas whispered the last part with his eyes roaming the area. “Anyway, I'm calling you because I need a ride from the airport and I didn't mind link you because I'm in a public place. What would the humans think if they saw my eyes stalk white and me standing drooling on myself?"Dominic chuckled, “You're right, they would think you're possessed, or worse, a zombie.” They both laughed. “I'm afraid I am swamped with work right now, so I can't leave the offi
Celeste was deep in dreamland, dreaming about those magnificent blue eyes that pierced her heart whenever they stared at her. It was a beautiful night to be dancing in the woods, especially since the moon was so bright and the blue tint that was cast down on the couple made their skins shine like gods in the night.With prowess, Dominic spun Celeste, they were both barefoot, and she could feel the soft earth squishing between her toes. Her fingers caressed his bare chest, using the tips to draw intricate circles on it. He leaned in to kiss her, his pink, soft lips inches near hers. She bit down hard on her bottom lip, anticipating the kiss. But then she remembered he hurt her. So, she forcefully shoved him back. This man almost killed her, he attacked her on that cold, dark night. She stepped away from him and looked him dead in his eyes that now glowed yellow. “Dominic, why did you bite me?” She yelled and with a jolt, her body shook awake. Celeste clutched her chest and inhaled, try