~NARRATOR'S POV~The atmosphere in the meeting hall was uneasy. There was a sense of urgency hanging in the air. The recent events had pushed them to a breaking point, and it was time to make a difficult decision. Tyler, Lily's father, and the elders sat at the head of the table. They all looked very serious and ready to get the meeting over with."We can't continue to stand idly by while the vampires attack us," Tyler declared, "We need to take action now. The manpower isn't enough. Those weapons will help us and give us a great advantage. Please, you all should consider this." Tyler pleaded but sounded diplomatic at the same time.The mention of the hidden weapons brought a mix of reaction in the room. Tyler began to wander why exactly his father had always been secretive about the weapons he had stored away for a time of great need. Now that time had come for its use, he was frustrated at the way the elders weren't understanding his logic. He had waited patiently enough but time wa
My face turned red and I threw a pillow at her. She giggled and entered back in, "He brought you in early this morning. Both of you were looking really sweaty." She said from the bathroom.I rolled my eyes and tried to stand but rested when my thighs didn't give me the energy to. "I've missed him. He asked me to keep him company last night.""Uhum…is that why I was hearing loud moans from the warehouse when I went out to get some fresh air last night?"My lips pursed and I felt embarrassed. Was I really that loud?"I'm just pulling your legs, babes. Y'all have as much as fun as you want but truly speaking, you moan like a cow." She said and laughed out loud.I finally stood up and checked the time, 11pm. Sheesh. I'd been asleep for so long?I entered into the bathroom and used a hairbrush to hit Sarah's ass, "Who did you say moans like a cow again?"We teased each other and had a good laugh.°°°°°°°When I entered his office, it was a neutral feeling I had. Well, it was his dad's offi
~LILY'S POV~The soft glow of the sunlight streaming in through the windows made the library warmer. Adrian and I sat across from each other at the large wooden table. It had become a place where we could talk freely and plan for the war that was looming on our horizon."I talked to Tyler two days ago."Adrian adjusted in his seat."I think he's too driven, if that's even a thing. He seemed so vengeful…I'm afraid he'll lose himself in the war and take innocent peoples' life in the process. I've tried to convince him otherwise but his mind is already made up.""I understand the vampires have caused a lot of harm to the pack and I can sympathize with him. But as for keeping him in check, that's why you're there.""Me?" I asked."Yes… you're the chosen one after all."I blew on my nose, "I can't still wrap my head around it.""What?""That we're the 'chosen one'," I said with gestures air quotes. "It's such a huge responsibility."Adrian nodded and put on a serious expression. "Yeah, it
~LILY'S POV~Theo laid on a makeshift bed in the room, his body weak and pale from the growing effects of the vampire bite. I didn't know it had gotten so bad. His breathing was shallow, and beads of sweat formed on his forehead. Adrian had to hold Sarah by the side because she was crying heavily.I stood by his side and carefully ran my hands just above his wound. I didn't know what I was doing but my new healing powers were prepared to perform its first act."I hope you know what you're doing, Lily." Sarah said with a breathy voice and I nodded, not taking my eyes off his wound.Theo was now shaking.My eyes glowed with a soft, golden light as I focused all my energy on the injury. It was the first time I had used my healing abilities but I didn't want Sarah to know I was nervous about this not working. I had seen some other powerful healers perform such miracles countless times when I was younger, including Aunt Belinda, but now it was my turn to harness that ancient magic.Adrian
~NARRATOR'S POV~The sun was setting, painting the road with a warm glow. Jaxon walked cautiously, glancing side to side as if now, his own people were a threat to him. He couldn't still come to terms with what had happened. His own father of his own blood and bones had attacked him and wanted to kill him - because he refused an order. He couldn't even believe it happened.Lily had then found him, saved him, healed him and brought him back to the same place he was running away from. His family, his home.Jaxon felt so pitiful towards his own life. He was beyond redemption but Lily and everyone else offered it to him. Why?The last person he wanted to see was Don. He just wanted to get what his mother asked him to get and return to his abode to peacefully heal from all the psychological and physical injuries he'd retained. Don also looked like that day was the first in weeks since he stepped out of his room. He held a staff to support his walking because he looked like he had a limp in
"I sent you a letter but I guess you haven't seen it yet." Leo said starkly.There was silence then he continued, "I have. Why do you want a squadron?""The war is upon us. We are outnumbered as it is.""I thought your sanctuary of wizards could multiply armies? Why are you asking me now for my manpower when you went out to forge your own way?"Leo's teeth gritted. "If we lose this battle, it would be a dent in your name too.""Your Shadow Clan isn't part of our coven. You have no affiliations to us.""I know that but we're still of the same species."There was a pause again then, "I'm not too sure you're capable to lead such a huge squadron, Leo." His voice taunted Leo but the latter stayed calm.His aura was imposing and mysterious. His deep voice resonated through the room as he spoke. "I have observed your leadership, and I am not impressed by your fallible mind and lack of commitment. You have not proven yourself worthy of leading a part of my army, and I cannot pledge my allegia
~NARRATOR'S POV~Audrey stood before Leo in his poorly lit room. The atmosphere was tense, and Audrey was unsure of what would happen next. She didn't want to come back to him, not after what she had discovered. She also knew he wouldn't accept her back after what she did. Her heart pounded with uncertainty as she waited for him to speak.Leo's piercing eyes bore into Audrey and she could see the coldness in them, "Well, well, well, look who decided to come crawling back," he sneered.Audrey matched his disdain, "I didn't crawl back. You sent your men to drag me here.""And I'm glad they did. It seems you've been fairing well on your own this past week." He said in a mocking tone and eyed her. "From someone who says she doesn't need anyone to survive, you look quite malnourished." She clenched her teeth at him, "Fuck you!""I missed that…instead of you to be shouting at me, I suggest you calm down and start begging for mercy.""Beg for mercy from an asshole and animal like you? Never
In Jaxon's home, there was a big, tall oak tree in the backyard. The sun was setting, making everything look golden. Jaxon sat under the tree, feeling heavy-hearted about the past. He couldn't forget what his father did to him, but strangely enough, he still wanted his approval.Then, his foster mother, Cecelia, came over to him, looking worried. She was a kind and loving woman who took care of Jaxon and his foster little brother, Junior, when they were kids. She had seen Jaxon grow up into a strong young man, but she could see that he was still carrying pain and turmoil inside."Jaxon, are you alright?" Cecelia asked, sitting down beside him.Jaxon let out a heavy sigh. "I don't know, mom," he replied, using the endearing term he had always called her. "I can't stop thinking about somebody who I trusted betraying me, and yet... I can't help but still want his approval."Cecelia placed a comforting hand on his shoulder. She thought it wise to not ask who and just show comfort. "It's