“Oh there you are, Sera!,” My mother beamed as I walked into the sitting room dragging my wet umbrella behind me.“Hi mum.” I made to hug her but stopped when I saw that my whole family were gathered in the sitting room - including my boyfriend, Kael.My brow raised in surprise. He never told me he was coming over. Fuck I've been texting him all day but he never responded.Was everything okay?But judging from the grin on my parent's face, everything was perfectly fine.But what's going on?“Come on in dear. Come in. We have got great news.”“Exciting one!” Dad quipped in and I raised my brow as I took off my coat and followed my mother into the sitting room.“What's going on?”Kael was seated beside my sister and he was the only one not smiling.No - instead he's trying as much as possible to avoid my gaze.Which just raised my suspicions because seriously - what was going on?“Okay, so hit me! What's the good news?”“Your sister Thalia here and Kael are engaged! They are to wed next
I shivered for like the millionth time, as I walked down the streets hurriedly.The shivers had nothing to do with cold - oh no. The sun was shining very brightly.It was something else - something that I couldn't quite place my hand on no matter how hard I tried.But even though I couldn't identify what the problem was, it was still dark enough for me to feel fear, scared.Because something was definitely up.Something bad.I've been having these feelings for the past couple of weeks.At first, I waved it off as my wolf's instincts were running haywire but this is something more than bare instincts.I took the turn that led directly to my house, and a sudden headache stopped me in my tracks.Suddenly, it seems like I have been transported to a whole different realm. The beautiful houses around me slowly disappeared, replaced by nothing but ruins, chaos and dead bodies littered all over the land.And those screams…Dear goddess, those heart wrenching screams that sounded like they wer
This has better be a joke.I dropped my hand immediately from his arm and turned to take the tray - needing to get away from him, but Kael grabbed my hand, stopping me.“Sera wait - we need to talk about this.”“There's nothing to talk about, Kael.” I murmured calmly, even though I was feeling anything but, “excuse me. I need to get these to the sitting room.”“You can't be serious Sera. Something big just happened and you cannot just walk away like it's nothing.”Oh the nerve of him.“You are the one who is definitely not serious. You rejected me, remember? There's no way the goddess has decided to pair us together again. Besides, even if that's the case,” I grabbed the tray, “it means nothing. We shouldn't even be having this conversation. My sister, your wife died only less than twenty four hours ago. Whatever this is - I suggest you trash it.”I bumped into his shoulder as I walked past him out of the kitchen.Although my whole body was shaking, I still managed to push whatever ju
“So what are you waiting for?” It wasn't a question. It was meant to be out as a dare but instead it was a whimper of hunger and desire and I knew it.With an animalistic growl, Kael wrapped his fingers around my neck flipping me against the wall in a swift motion before he slammed his lips on mine, in a mind numbing kiss.I was shaking. My hands, legs - entire body were shaking as Kael devoured my lips like a starving beast. His tongue slipped into my lips meeting mine in the most erotic and wet dance.My fingers dug into his head and my hips ached, desperately seeking him closer, yearning and craving for him to get closer.Goddess, I was dying, and mad with need. The need to be fucked, devoured by this man was worse than I had ever needed.Kael bit my lip and I moaned, clinging to him tighter.Dear goddess, this can't be me. I panted as he broke the kiss, and started pressing kisses into my neck as his hands wrapped around my plump Breasts, squeezing and moulding them over my pyjam
/Fine/I stared at Kael's response which had come in barely ten seconds later, for the millionth time in the past one hour.'fine.’Just one word. No long stories, no questions.Just a quick response of one word.Somehow I felt a little disappointed at how fast he had agreed - and I hated myself for that. Hated myself for daring to care.This is good, this is what's right. I should not be sad that Kael is agreeing to it.Because there's no way I'm gonna allow myself to be entangled with him ever again - not even with the mother goddess' obvious intentions to play games with my life.I exhaled loudly and was about to send another text when a knock came at my door.I rushed to open the door, and nothing prepared me for the warmth and relief that slammed so hard into me at the sight of Kael standing at the door with a lazy smile, looking so hot. So deliciously hot.I shivered.Fucking mate bond!Sure, let's go ahead and blame everything on the innocent mate bond, why don't we?“Hi,” He
“Sera?” Kael's voice pulled me out of my thoughts and I gasped, turning to see him staring at me, his forehead wrinkled.“Huh?”“Are you still here with me? Why do you look like you've seen a ghost?”My eyes darted down to the mark on the book again and I closed it hurriedly clearing my throat and masking whatever was on my face with a neutral expression.“I…I'm fine. The mark just seems strange that's all. I will go through the book later tonight but right now I have something to do.”Kael pursed his lips, “are you kicking me out?”“Is there anything else you'd love to share? If not then yes, we will discuss later about whatever I find out in that book.” I dropped the book on the table as if it was burning my skin and gave him a cold smile, “If you don't mind…”Thankfully Kael didn't argue, but only shrugged before turning and leaving my room.When the door closed behind me, I let out a breath of relief but it didn't calm or soothe my racing heart.I glanced at the old book laying on
I didn't touch the book nor did I allow myself to think of anything related to it.Not about Thalia, not about my biological parents and certainly not about the visions I've had some times now.I couldn't bring myself to anyways even if I wanted to.No, my mind was occupied with other things. Things that were more important to me at the moment.Like the fact that, tonight's the full moon and another night of horror for me.Once it was 6pm I packed my things and sneaked out of the house to the only place I knew I would be safe for the night - to the only place I knew I could be.༺༺♡♡༻༻The old zoo was locked as usual and thoroughly empty when I got there.The place, as beautiful as it was, has been abandoned for decades now which makes it a perfect place for me every full moon."Hey there stranger." I turned at Madison's voice and smiled when I saw her approaching me with a smile that didn't quite meet her eyes."Hi Maddy," I greeted the old woman, allowing her to wrap me up in a hug
Kael's face was pale as fuck when I came out of the bathroom and considering how long I had spent in there, heaving over and over, throwing up every content of my stomach, I was willing to wager that my face was just as white as his - maybe worse.As my eyes bore into his, my insides fluttered accompanied by that godforsaken urge to just get close to him and …Ugh!!.. so pathetic.My stomach turned again, and it took all I had left to not run back into the toilet and haul my intestines off.Why?I lifted my gaze slightly to my ceiling with a wince.Why was this happening? How could this be happening...how could it be even possible?How was it possible to be mated to the same bastard over and over again.This has to be a universe playing some sort of twisted game with me."Sera I..." "There's nothing to say. Come on, reject me now." I interrupted.The goddess might want to play around with me but I fucking want no part in this game - whatever it was and I will definitely not idly part
The first thing I noticed was the cold. It wrapped around me, heavy and unforgiving. The air smelled damp, thick with dust and something metallic. My body ached, my head pounding like a hammer was inside it. When I tried to move, my arms wouldn’t even budge. Panic crawled up my throat. I forced my eyes open. Darkness. A single dim light flickered above, its glow barely reaching the corners of the room. The walls were made of concrete, cracked and stained with things I didn’t want to think about. My breath came out in short, shallow gasps, fogging up the cold air. I tried to move again, but something tugged at my wrists. Tied. My arms were pulled behind me, thick ropes digging into my skin. My ankles were bound too, tight enough that I could feel the circulation slowing. I swallowed hard. My mouth was dry, my throat sore. The last thing I remembered was answering Sebastian’s call. Then the door had swung open -figures moving fast - hands grabbing me - something cove
The first thing I noticed was the cold. It wrapped around me, heavy and unforgiving. The air smelled damp, thick with dust and something metallic. My body ached, my head pounding like a hammer was inside it. When I tried to move, my arms wouldn’t even budge. Panic crawled up my throat. I forced my eyes open. Darkness. A single dim light flickered above, its glow barely reaching the corners of the room. The walls were made of concrete, cracked and stained with things I didn’t want to think about. My breath came out in short, shallow gasps, fogging up the cold air. I tried to move again, but something tugged at my wrists. Tied. My arms were pulled behind me, thick ropes digging into my skin. My ankles were bound too, tight enough that I could feel the circulation slowing. I swallowed hard. My mouth was dry, my throat sore. The last thing I remembered was answering Sebastian’s call. Then the door had swung open -figures moving fast - hands grabbing me - something covering my mo
The atmosphere in the banquet hall was electric, a stark contrast to the tense exchange I had just had with Roy and Shayla. As Jax led me through the opulent space, I couldn’t help but marvel at the elegant décor—crystal chandeliers hung from the high ceilings, casting a warm glow over the gathered guests. The scent of gourmet food wafted through the air, mingling with the soft hum of laughter and conversation. It was like stepping into a different world. “Do you see that table?” Jax pointed to a long table adorned with an impressive spread of delicacies and surrounded by the elite members of the pack. “That’s where the Alphas and their betas are seated. I want you to meet them.” My heart raced. Would they see me as an outsider? Just moments ago, I had been nothing more than a target for ridicule. Now, I was stepping into a world filled with power and prestige, all thanks to Jax. I swallowed hard, my stomach fluttering with nerves. “I’m not sure I’m ready for this,” I confessed,
Sera "So you heard about the eclipse," Madison said as I approached her. I nodded, hugging the backpack containing my parents book to my chest. Since I'd picked it up at the alley, I'd been wary of losing it again. The mystery of how it had burned iny house but still somehow been delivered back to me still haunted me. Too many mysteries haunted me at this point. I couldn't think about them now though. Even though every part of me rebelled at the thought of wasting another day in a damned cafe while Rose was getting farther and farther away from me, I knew that I'd be no use to her tonight. "The answers you seek are on this ground," I muttered under my breath, staring around the zoo. I didn't even know the questions I was supposed to be asking anymore, not to talk of the answers. I shook my head, shutting down that line of reasoning. Madison and I made our way to the cage in relative silence. The two times I'd come to this zoo in search of answers, it had only ended with m
Sera"So you heard about the eclipse," Madison said as I approached her. I nodded, hugging the backpack containing my parents book to my chest. Since I'd picked it up at the alley, I'd been wary of losing it again. The mystery of how it had burned iny house but still somehow been delivered back to me still haunted me. Too many mysteries haunted me at this point. I couldn't think about them now though. Even though every part of me rebelled at the thought of wasting another day in a damned cafe while Rose was getting farther and farther away from me, I knew that I'd be no use to her tonight. "The answers you seek are on this ground," I muttered under my breath, staring around the zoo. I didn't even know the questions I was supposed to be asking anymore, not to talk of the answers. I shook my head, shutting down that line of reasoning. Madison and I made our way to the cage in relative silence. The two times I'd come to this zoo in search of answers, it had only ended with more que
"Wake up," a voice whispered urgently in my head. I came to with a gasp, jerking upright and gasping for air. I stared around, trying to determine where I was. It was barely dawn, the skies still a little bit dark, and the moon starting to sink below the horizon. I tried to climb to my feet, but ended up stumbling to the ground, feeling too weak and drained. What the hell was going on? My memories were foggy at best, but I could remember going to the zoo, and then_ Oh goddess. I jumped to my feet, sudden energized. I needed to figure out where I was and how I'd gotten here. I had a feeling I knew how I had gotten here though, the main question was how much damage had I done. "The beast went this way!" I heard someone cry, "I can see it's footprints." I held my breath as I heard the sound of boots crunching against dried leaves and twigs. And then I saw flash lights waving around. People were coming this way and apparently, they were in search of a beast. There was no nee
Sera"Wake up," a voice whispered urgently in my head. I came to with a gasp, jerking upright and gasping for air. I stared around, trying to determine where I was. It was barely dawn, the skies still a little bit dark, and the moon starting to sink below the horizon. I tried to climb to my feet, but ended up stumbling to the ground, feeling too weak and drained. What the hell was going on? My memories were foggy at best, but I could remember going to the zoo, and then_Oh goddess. I jumped to my feet, sudden energized. I needed to figure out where I was and how I'd gotten here. I had a feeling I knew how I had gotten here though, the main question was how much damage had I done. "The beast went this way!" I heard someone cry, "I can see it's footprints." I held my breath as I heard the sound of boots crunching against dried leaves and twigs. And then I saw flash lights waving around. People were coming this way and apparently, they were in search of a beast. There was no need t
Sera"Wake up," a voice whispered urgently in my head.I came to with a gasp, jerking upright and gasping for air. I stared around, trying to determine where I was. It was barely dawn, the skies still a little bit dark, and the moon starting to sink below the horizon.I tried to climb to my feet, but ended up stumbling to the ground, feeling too weak and drained. What the hell was going on?My memories were foggy at best, but I could remember going to the zoo, and then_Oh goddess.I jumped to my feet, sudden energized. I needed to figure out where I was and how I'd gotten here. I had a feeling I knew how I had gotten here though, the main question was how much damage had I done."The beast went this way!" I heard someone cry, "I can see it's footprints."I held my breath as I heard the sound of boots crunching against dried leaves and twigs. And then I saw flash lights waving around. People
Sera"So you heard about the eclipse," Madison said as I approached her. I nodded, hugging the backpack containing my parents book to my chest. Since I'd picked it up at the alley, I'd been wary of losing it again. The mystery of how it had burned iny house but still somehow been delivered back to me still haunted me. Too many mysteries haunted me at this point. I couldn't think about them now though. Even though every part of me rebelled at the thought of wasting another day in a damned cafe while Rose was getting farther and farther away from me, I knew that I'd be no use to her tonight. "The answers you seek are on this ground," I muttered under my breath, staring around the zoo. I didn't even know the questions I was supposed to be asking anymore, not to talk of the answers. I shook my head, shutting down that line of reasoning. Madison and I made our way to the cage in relative silence. The two times I'd come to this zoo in search of answers, it had only ended with more ques