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FATED MATES IN THE SHADOWS Blood Ties
CHAPTER TWELVEMy legs seemed to give out beneath me, and I slid down the wall, my knees bending as I collapsed to the floor.Tears flowed freshly from my eyes as I lay there, my body shaking with sobs.I couldn't move, couldn't think. I was trapped, and I knew it. The weight of my situation crushed me, and I felt myself drifting off to sleep, my mind numb and my body exhausted.I dreamed of a hidden cave, dimly lit and eerily quiet. A figure in a black cloak stood before me, its face obscured by the shadows. Yet, despite the obscurity, I sensed an ancient presence, a being who had lived for centuries.As I looked around, I realized we were alone. The cave was empty, except for the two of us. And then, our eyes met. His gaze was piercing, and I felt a shiver run down my spine. There was a likeness in his eyes, a familiarity that I couldn't quite place.I had heard stories of rogues, of their cunning and ruthlessness. But this being, despite his resemblance to them, seemed different. H
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CHAPTER THIRTEEN He suggested I take a shower, but I hesitated, my mind was still reeling from the nightmare. But with Mr Orion's reassuring presence, I reluctantly agreed.He led me to the bathroom, turning his back against mine, which made me uneasy at first. But the thought of being in danger pushed me to hurry through the shower. I quickly rinsed off and stepped back into the room, wrapped in a towel.As I sat on the bed, as my eyes scanned the room, still searching for any signs of the monster from my dream. Mr Orion handed me a glass of water, which I took with a silent nod of thanks. I couldn't speak, my voice was still caught in my throat.But Mr Orion seemed to understand. He sat beside me, as his presence was calm and soothing. And for a moment, I felt safe. Safe from the horrors of my nightmare, safe from the darkness of my nightmares. The silence between us stretched out like a thin sheet of ice, fragile and easily broken. And it was Mr Orion who finally broke it, his v
Last Updated : 2024-07-04FATED MATES IN THE SHADOWS A Moment Of Pure Surrender
CHAPTER FOURTEEN He was going to kiss me again, and I was going to let him. But he didn't, he stretched out his hand as he pulled me in.As Mr Orion's arms wrapped around me, I felt myself being lifted off the ground. My legs instinctively wrapped around his waist, as my feet dangled in the air. I was suspended in mid-air, as my body pressed against his, and his eyes locked on mine. I felt a rush of excitement mixed with a hint of fear as I realized how vulnerable I was in that moment. But Mr Orion's gaze was reassuring, his eyes burned with a passion that made me feel safe. He held me close, as I could feel his hard chest through his cloth as his hands supported my weight, and I felt like I was melting into him. My heart raced as I realized how easily he could overpower me, but instead, he held me with a gentleness that made me feel safe as I got comfortable in his arms. I had never felt this way before, like my body was surrendering to a stranger. I had never been this close
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CHAPTER FIFTEENMR ORION; I'll admit, I initially thought I was just playing games with my maid, Selene. But as I drew her closer, something strange happened. A part of me began to stir, like a awakening from a deep slumber. It wasn't my wolf - I knew that much, since my wolf was still absent - but it felt similar. I couldn't explain it, but I felt a connection to her that went beyond mere attraction. It was as if my very being was reaching out to hers, and I couldn't resist its pull. I tried to fight it, to tell myself it was just lust, but the more I looked into her eyes, the more I felt this... this feeling, drawing me in. It was like nothing I'd ever experienced before, and it scared me, but I couldn't deny it. Selene had awakened something in me, and I wasn't sure if I could ever go back to the way things were before.I was furious when I found out she was sneaking away to visit her friends, despite the danger lurking around. I couldn't explain why, but the thought of her
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CHAPTER SIXTEENI knew I had to be careful, i had to keep my identity hidden from prying eyes. I grabbed my black hooded sweatshirt and my black nose mask, the tools of my secret trade. I couldn't let my father suspect a thing, or he'd be furious. But I had a responsibility to my people, to keep them safe, even if my wolf was still dormant. I pulled on the sweatshirt and mask, feeling a sense of anonymity wash over me. I was no longer the Alpha's son, but a shadow, a protector. I ran down the stairs, my footsteps as silent as possible, as my eyes scanned the darkness for any sign of danger. I had a mission to complete, and I couldn't let anyone stand in my way.________I stepped out into the night, as the cool breeze caressed my skin and sent shivers down my spine. I ran towards the outskirts of my mansion, as the trees stood high above me like sentinels. The wind rustled through the leaves, and my heart kept beating hard in my chest. I had to see it for myself, the strange e
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CHAPTER SEVENTEENAs I called out, a group of rogues emerged from their hiding places, as their eyes gleamed with feral intensity. They looked fierce, and ready to pounce, as though they were waiting for an instruction to strike. But it was what came next that made my heart skip a beat. A figure on horseback rode out of their midst, dressed in a black cloak that billowed behind him like a dark cloud. His face was obscured by a hood, and his presence seemed to command the attention of everyone around him. The rogues bowed immediately as they parted to let him through, and he rode up to us with a deliberate slowness, his eyes fixed on my father. I could feel the tension in the air thickening, as Beta Jay and Viktor were poised to strike.My father stood tall, as his eyes were fixed on the mysterious figure, making his expression unreadable. I stood frozen, as the figure in black brought his horse to a stop before us.The stranger's voice was low and gravelly, as he called out, ''D
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CHAPTER EIGHTEEN I sustained a deep gash on my leg, and as I fell to the ground, I felt a searing pain that made my vision blur. Beta Jay came to my rescue, fighting off the rogues with ferocity. But even as he fought, I could sense his weakness, and his vulnerability. He was no match for the rogues' strength, and I knew that we were in grave danger. My father joined the fight, and together, they managed to kill all the rogues, but one escaped, fleeing into the woods. And then, I saw the direction he was heading - straight for my mansion on the outskirts of our town and pack. I had immediately forgotten my pains, as I suddenly sprang to my feet. I sprinted after the rogue, as my heart raced with a mix of anger and fear. I couldn't let him get away, not when I knew Selene was alone in the mansion. I had to protect her, no matter what. I pushed myself to run faster, with my legs pumping hard as I chased after the rogue. I could hear his footsteps ahead of me, but I didn't dare l
Last Updated : 2024-07-05FATED MATES IN THE SHADOWS A Father's Secrets
CHAPTER NINETEEN ''You knew how much it hurt me to be wolfless, and yet you kept this secret from me? I'm the future Alpha, for crying out loud!'' My father looked at me with a defeated expression, he could sense my anger. I demanded, ''And who is this Ryker man?'' My father sighed loudly, raking his hand through his hair in frustration. I repeated my question, sounding as firm as possible. ''Who is Ryker?''My father stood up and walked to the window, turning his back to me. ''Have the night off, Orion. Meet me at the pack headquarters tomorrow.'' He dismissed the topic, as he stepped away from the table towards the door. As he turned to leave, he paused with his hand on the door knob. ''Selene, Orion... that girl is a key. She must be protected.''My eyes widened in surprise, but before I could ask him how he knew my maid's name or what he meant by 'key', the door slammed shut behind him. I was left sitting in the chair, with more questions than answers. I sat there for a l
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CHAPTER SIXTY SEVEN _ARIEL_As we fought, the cave rocks began to crack and tremble, and the ground shook beneath our feet. The girl's eyes gleamed with a fierce light, and she seemed to be channeling the ancient power of the cave. I stumbled back, my footing unsure, as the rocks creaked and groaned around us. In a desperate bid to claim the amulet, I ducked away from the girl and made a grab for the pedestal. But she was too quick. With a swift motion, she snatched the Moonstone Amulet from its resting place and held it aloft, its glow illuminating her triumphant face."No!" I cried, my heart racing with disappointment. "That's mine!"The girl merely laughed, a wild, untamed sound, and held the amulet out of my reach. "Catch me if you can!" she taunted, her eyes sparkling with mischief. With a wicked grin, she turned and ran, the amulet clutched in her hand.I scrambled to my feet, determined to pursue her, but the cave was collapsing around me. Rocks crashed down, blocking my pa
FATED MATES IN THE SHADOWS Beyond the cave of shadows
CHAPTER SIXTY SIX_ARIEL_ "But what if I could help them in other ways? I'm a skilled researcher, and I know how to gather information. Maybe I could dig up something on Ryker and his followers, find out what they're planning and where they are."I stopped pacing and sat down at my desk, pulling out my laptop and starting to type. I searched for any mentions of Ryker or his followers online, but there was nothing. I tried searching for other keywords, like "werewolf packs" and "supernatural threats," but still came up empty-handed.Just as I was about to give up, I remembered a book I had read a few months ago. It was about the supernatural creatures of the world, and it had a section on werewolves. I grabbed the book off my shelf and started flipping through the pages, looking for anything that might be useful.As I read, I came across a passage about a powerful werewolf artifact. It was said to be able to protect a pack from harm, and it might just be what Selene and our pack neede
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CHAPTER SIXTY FIVE_ARIEL_I couldn't shake off the feeling of unease as I left the Orion's mansion. My mind was racing with thoughts of Selene's newfound identity and the secrets that had been kept from her. I tried calling her multiple times, but her number just rang and rang."Selene, pick up! I need to talk to you!" I said, frustration creeping into my voice.But it went straight to voicemail. Again.Days passed, and I grew more concerned. I tried reaching out to her on social media, but she seemed to have disappeared. A knot formed in my stomach as I wondered if everything was okay."Chris, have you talked to Selene lately?" I asked, trying to sound casual when I called him."Yeah, I've tried calling her too, but I haven't been able to reach her," Chris replied, sounding equally concerned."Aren't you worried? I mean, with her newfound identity and all..." I pressed on."I'm sure she's just processing everything. But hey, speaking of Selene, her birthday is coming up soon. We sho
FATED MATES IN THE SHADOWS A Revelation Of Truths
CHAPTER SIXTY FOUR_ARIEL_As Selene's best friend, and like a sister to her. It was the most shocking part of her life I got to know. I know how much Selene hates the idea of werewolves and all that. Not to talk of being a werewolf from an Alpha bloodline?I couldn't believe what I was hearing. Selene, my best friend, my sister in every way, was telling me that she was with a birthmark owned by werewolves? It sounded like a joke, but the seriousness in her voice told me otherwise."Guys, I'm telling you, I have this birthmark on my body and it means I'm from an Alpha werewolf bloodline," Selene said over the phone.I was taken aback. I had always known Selene to be a skeptic when it came to supernatural things, and now she was telling me that she was one of us?"Selene, that's impossible," I said, trying to reason with her. "You know as well as I do that you've always been a normal person all your life, how come you suddenly have that birthmark?"But Selene was insistent. She told us
FATED MATES IN THE SHADOWS Selene's Despair
CHAPTER SIXTY THREE_SELENE_I was leaving when I heard her talking again."I'm afraid that's not possible, Selene," the moon goddess said, her voice firm but gentle. "You are a guardian of the packs, and you cannot simply reject your destiny. You have a responsibility to protect them, to lead them.""I don't want it," I said, shaking my head. "I don't want to be a guardian. I don't want to be responsible for anyone else's lives. I just want to be free."The moon goddess sighed, her expression softening. "Selene, you are not like other humans. You have a special gift, a special purpose. You cannot simply walk away from that.""I can try," I said, my voice defiant. "I can try to leave it all behind and start a new life, a life without the constant fear and responsibility."The moon goddess shook her head. "You cannot escape your destiny, Selene. It will follow you wherever you go. And besides, you are not just a guardian. You are a leader. You have a role to play in the greater scheme
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CHAPTER SIXTY TWO_SELENE_I stepped out of the room as I began thinking why on Earth the moon goddess made sure of it to see me miserable.I found out I was werewolf so late into my life. when I actually thought I had a normal life.I found out my aunt isn't my aunt but a maid in my parents house.I found out I have an uncle who is an evil man and I'm to fight against him to save all the packs. I found out I was mated to a cold Alpha and I was from an Alpha bloodline.Every incident so far has been messy for me.Now that I thought I was going to enjoy my life with my mate peacefully, my mate dies."Like, why am I cursed? Why does it have to be me?" "Why does my life get messed up whenever I think I'm getting better?"" I can't do this, it's all stupid and silly" I groaned angrily."To hell with the moon goddess, To hell with every damn thing she said." "Why do you always have to make my life so difficult?" I muttered to myself, kicking a stone in frustration. "Can't you just leav
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CHAPTER SIXTY ONE_ORION IN HIS STATE OF COMMA_"Wait!" she cried, her voice ringing out across the landscape. "Don't you ever wonder if Ryker is truly your master, or if he's just using you to achieve what he wants?"The werewolves were taken aback by her sudden boldness, but they quickly recovered and snarled at her. However, Selene stood her ground, her eyes locked on theirs."Do you know that Ryker plans to destroy you all once he achieves his goals?" she asked, her voice dripping with conviction. "He's using you, manipulating you, and you're just blindly following him!"The werewolves looked at each other uncertainly, clearly taken aback by Selene's words. Ryker appeared, his face twisted in rage."Enough of this nonsense!" he screamed, his voice echoing off the walls. "You're just trying to confuse them, Selene! But it won't work!"But Orion had already taken advantage of the distraction to scan their surroundings, and he spotted a flowing stream of water coming from the top of
FATED MATES IN THE SHADOWS Trapped In A Desperate Bid For Survival
CHAPTER SIXTY_ORION IN HIS STATE OF COMMA_Orion saw himself in a dark smoky place and he couldn't even tell what he was doing there. He attempted standing up to look around but he couldn't when he looked down, he saw that he was bound. As Orion struggled against his restraints, he suddenly saw a bright light illuminating the dark smoky place. The light grew intense, and he felt himself being lifted up, as if by an unseen force. He looked around, disoriented, and saw that he was now standing on the top of a house, feeling the wind whipping through his hair.But the peacefulness of the scene was short-lived, as the atmosphere grew cloudy and ominous. Orion's instincts told him that something was off, and he scanned his surroundings, trying to pinpoint the source of the danger.That was when he saw her - a lady in white, standing afar off beside someone, that looked like him. It was like he was split into two.She looked familiar, and Orion's mind raced as he tried to place her. And t
FATED MATES IN THE SHADOWS A Plea For Help
CHAPTER FIFTY NINE_MRS CLAIRE_I had always looked forward to this time of my life when Selene is all grown up and ready to take up her place as our savior. I have vowed that I was going to fight with my blood and I wouldn't care more as Selene would make my death worth a while.Standing by the window, I had left Selene with Lady Evelyn at the palace and I came back home alone. Selene needs my help now than ever.She needs all the packs to be in her Favor. I've always been scared to go back to my pack due to my childhood trauma from my family. My evil Beta Uncle had found a way to convince everyone against my father and take his place. He also found a way to harm me, but all thanks to Selene's Father. Now I have to pay back by doing something to help Selene. I took my pan and scribbled on a note. I put the note on the table, in case Selene came back to look for me.I looked around in the room again and sighed. I walked out of the house and headed through the woods I couldn't bear
