What?Luke darts out, panting, as if being chased.I have to bite my lip to keep from audibly gasping.What is he doing here?“What’s wrong, is there anything out there?” Donnie attempts to turn.“No!” I half yell. Luke has disappeared back into whatever tree trunk he managed to fall out of.“I was just taken aback by your question?”“How did you get into drinking Matcha?” He asks quizzically.“What?” He chuckles, “ you’re so distracted, what’s outside there?”I immediately grab my phone as he turns to send a quick message to Like along the lines of ‘what the fuck are you doing?”Dropping it quickly as Donnie turns back to me.“There’s nothing there.”“It was probably nothing,” I shrug. “We should go, are you done with your coffee?”“uh, yeah…”Donnie pays for our beverages and we set out.“You know you never answered the question..”I look at him quizzically.“Is there something going on, with you and the brother in law?” Donnie asks, referring to Luke.And I scoff, probably not con
It was him, it had to be.The mysterious werewolf I had met under the full moon. I had never felt such a strong connection with anyone before. It was really him.My best friend… my mate…I found herself standing on a moonlit runway, surrounded by the roar of engines and the smell of fuel. Luke, dressed in a sleek pilot costume, emerged from the shadows. His eyes gleamed with a fierce inner light, and his sharp jawline was accentuated by the leather jacket.With a sly smile, Luke approached me, something about his movements fluid and predatory. He took my hand, and walked us towards a vintage plane, its propellers spinning lazily. As they reached the aircraft, Luke turned to me, his eyes burning with intensity.Without a word, he pulls me close, our lips meeting in a fiery kiss. I felt the world spin around me as Luke's hands explored my body, his touch sending shivers down my spine. Feeling every bit of everything I imagined it would feel like being with him. His touch was firm but te
Luke's hands are on my waist, pulling me closer, his breath warm against my neck. Our lips meet in a kiss that feels electrifying, my body responding with a longing I can’t control. Just as his hands start to wander again…“Cher!” Luke’s voice is urgent, cutting through the haze of sleep and desire. I sit up quickly, heart pounding from both the remnants of the dream and the unexpected interruption.“Newton’s missing,” Luke blurts out, his face pale under the dim light of the moon wafting through my curtains. “I need your help.”My heart skips a beat. Newton, the sweet, young boy who’s like a little brother to me. Missing? The words hit me like a punch to the gut.“What do you mean he’s missing?” I step back, motioning for him to come inside. “Where could he have gone?”Luke steps in, running a hand through his messy hair. “I don’t know. They said he was playing with some of the other kids close to the woods and he probably wandered off, but by the time they realized he was gone. We’v
The preparations for Noctis are in full swing, and the pack house is bustling with activity. Pack members come and go, carrying supplies, decorating the backyard with lanterns and garlands, and setting up tables laden with food and drinks. The air is filled with excitement and a sense of anticipation. The new moon is a time for celebration and renewal, a powerful night for werewolves to embrace their gifts.I watch from the porch, my thoughts a mix of anticipation and apprehension. The Noctis celebration is something I’ve been looking forward to, but this year, it feels different. My new job as a flight attendant starts soon, and the tension between Luke and me has only grown since that night we found Newton.Marissa bustles past me, her arms full of decorations. “Cheryl, can you help string these lights over the trees?”“Sure,” I say, taking some of the lights from her. As I start hanging them, I catch sight of Luke across the yard, talking with a few pack members. His eyes meet mine
“Hey! Let go!” I shout, my voice echoing through the trees.“Quiet,” the figure growls, his breath hot and foul against my skin. The fear grips me tightly as I struggle, but he’s too strong.Just as I’m about to scream again, a familiar growl rips through the night. The figure’s grip loosens, and I look up to see Luke in his wolf form, his eyes glowing with a fierce protective light. He lunges at the attacker, powerful and swift.The attacker stumbles back, his face a mask of shock and fear. “You shouldn’t have come here,” he hisses before fleeing into the darkness.Luke shifts back to human form, his face a mixture of concern and relief. He rushes to me, his hands trembling slightly as he reaches out. “Cher, are you okay?”I nod, my voice shaky. “I’m fine, thanks to you. I was so scared.”He pulls me into a tight embrace, his warmth a stark contrast to the cold night air. “I’m sorry. I shouldn’t have let you come out here alone.”“I needed to clear my head,” I say softly, holding ont
LUKE’S POVThe pack is busy with their own activities, leaving just Cher and I in the living room. We’ve decided to spend some time together, catching up and enjoying each other’s company after the chaos of recent events. The air is filled with an easygoing atmosphere, the kind of comfort that comes with being around someone who feels like home.Cher is curled up on the couch with a book, her legs tucked beneath her. She looks relaxed, her hair falling in soft waves around her face. I’m sprawled in an armchair across from her, a book in hand, though my attention keeps drifting from the pages to her.We talk about everything and nothing, the conversation flowing effortlessly. There’s a playful undertone to our interactions, a reminder of the chemistry that still sizzles between us.“I swear,” Cheryl says with a grin, “this book has the most ridiculous plot twists. I don’t think the author knows what ‘subtle’ means.”I chuckle, leaning forward. “Oh, come on. You love it. Admit it.”“Ma
The moonlight filters through the window of my room, casting a soft glow over the space. I’m sprawled on my bed, staring up at the ceiling, unable to shake the restless energy that’s been gnawing at me. It’s been days since the festival, and the weight of my emotions and the struggle to control my wolf are wearing me thin.A soft knock on my door pulls me from my thoughts. Before I can respond, Callum opens it and steps inside, his presence filling the room with a comforting familiarity.“Hey, Luke,” he says, his voice gentle but carrying an undertone of concern. “Mind if I come in?”“Sure, Callum,” I reply, trying to sound casual but knowing my exhaustion is likely evident.He takes a seat at the edge of my bed, his gaze steady as he looks at me. “You’ve been on my mind. I can see how hard you’re working to keep it together.”I roll onto my side, facing him. “I’m managing. Just… a lot going on.”Callum studies me for a moment, his brow furrowing slightly. “It’s more than just ‘a lot,
CHERYL’S POVThe warm afternoon sun filters through the curtains of my bedroom, casting soft, golden light over everything. I’m lying on my bed, my laptop open beside me, trying to finish up some work. But I can’t seem to focus. There’s a restlessness within me, a sensation that’s been growing steadily over the past few days. At first, I thought it was just stress or maybe the changing seasons, but now it feels different—more intense.I shift uncomfortably, trying to find a position that will ease the sudden and persistent warmth spreading through my body. It feels almost like a fever, but without the sickness. My skin feels overly sensitive, tingling with every brush of the sheets. I can’t ignore the growing ache in my lower abdomen, nor the way my breaths are coming quicker and shorter.I roll onto my side, trying to shake off the mounting discomfort. “Okay, Cheryl, just breathe,” I mutter to myself. “It’s probably just a late period or something.”I sit up, pulling my phone from th