EiraThe first thing that came to my mind in that moment was panic. This wasn't what I was expecting when I woke up that morning. As I listened to him laughing and chuckling, I was completely short of words because I had no idea where this would end. Sebastian had finally found me and there was no telling what would happen. If there was one thing about him, it was that he never gave up especially when he was on a mission and my disappearance was a mission that he would accomplish no matter how long it took.I wasn't sure whether to say anything at all but I knew that I needed to say something because I couldn't keep silent when I had a mouth of my own to talk. This was a test from him and I knew that I wouldn't fail. I stared at Liam who had begun crying and I knew that I needed to take care of him soon. I couldn't leave him to continue crying, knowing fully well that I could stop his tears."What? Too scared to talk?" he chuckled."What do you want, Sebastian?" I snapped.I wasn't go
EiraAs I stared at the bracelet, I wondered what kind it was because I was quite sure that I hadn't seen something like that before. It was very odd to see that kind of ornament within the house because I had known Aunt Meg to be a very simple person and seeing that now just told me that if she actually owned that, she had gone overboard in getting that luxury.I picked it up and returned it to the table where I knew it had fallen from. At that moment, I made up my mind to ask Aunt Meg when she came back about the bracelet. I needed to know where it had come from and if it had any implications for it being here. I wanted to be completely sure that we were safe and we weren't under any form of attack because for the time I had spent here, I knew that we could very well be susceptible to different things, half of which I didn't even know about. It was Hana's case that had made me believe that there are things that we didn't even see and something as small as a bracelet could very well
EiraAs soon as I heard that, I knew that I needed to come up with something fast because there was possibly no way they could come here, especially not without Aunt Meg's consent. Whether good or bad, this was still her hut and I had to give her that respect she deserved because this was her house and I was more of a visitor and the last thing I wanted to do was to take advantage of the kindness she had shown me. I didn't like it at all and there was possibly no way I could do that to her because that would be very bad for me."About those guys, I really don't think that would be possible because I wouldn't be around to entertain you guys." I said.It was a lie and I didn't know if they believed it but the thing was that I couldn't just tell them to come without Aunt Meg's consent. She deserved to know who had access to this house and who didn't and I planned on telling her that anytime the need arises."It's okay love, we understand." Diana said.I could imagine her smile and I was
EiraI began to pet Liam because the last thing I wanted was for him to cry and I knew that when he began that, I wouldn't be able to stand it. The last thing I wanted was to see him in distress and I would hate that I wouldn't be able to take care of him as a mother would. The more I pet him, singing sweet lullabies to him, the more he began to cry and I hated to think that there would be nothing I would be able to do."Liam, please stop crying." I begged him.I didn't know if he understood me but there was something I read that said that mothers who tended to talk to their infants most of the time had a stronger bond than those who didn't and if there was one thing I wanted, it was to build a strong bond with my son because he was my life.Just then, a strong wind blew the shawl I was using to protect Liam from the cold and I found this odd because the weather didn't give any indications that it was going to rain so I didn't understand where this was coming from.In a sudden rush of
EiraThe more I stared at the approaching girl, the more I thought I was losing my mind. I didn't know what manner of resemblance was this knowing fully well that this person wasn't Hana at all. The more she approached, the more I knew that she wasn't who she was depicting. There was just something very shocking and strange about her, something that I badly wanted to find out but still, the more I thought about it, the more confused I was because I didn't even know what I should be looking out for.The girl got much closer and now, I was convinced beyond any reasonable doubt that this person looked exactly like Hana. She was so close to me that if I reached out, I would actually be touching her hands."Who are you here to see?" I asked, taking on a bold stance.The last thing I wanted was for the girl to harm me or my child and I would rather die than allow that to happen. The more I stood there, staring at the girl, the more I knew that I needed to be very careful around her. There w
EiraAs I watched Aunt Meg approaching the hut, a sense of concern and confusion welled up within me. Her usually vibrant and sprightly demeanor had been replaced by a disheveled and bruised appearance. It was as if she had been through a violent ordeal. I couldn't help but wonder what could have happened to her to leave her in such a distressing state.Aunt Meg, with her graying hair and warm smile, had always been a pillar of strength to me, I had never seen her looking so vulnerable and hurt. My heart sank, and my thoughts raced, trying to make sense of this unexpected and unsettling sight.As she drew closer, I could see the bruises on her arms and face, and her clothes were torn in places. I knew that I had to ask her about what had transpired, but the words stuck in my throat. It was hard to fathom how someone as kind and caring as Aunt Meg could have ended up in a situation like this.My confusion deepened as she reached the doorstep, her eyes filled with a mix of pain and exha
Eira"Eira darling, don't bother yourself on that. You will understand very soon and everything will be clear to you." Aunt Meg said.I badly wanted to believe her words but at the same time, I didn't know what to expect. There were many strange things that had happened to me and Liam while she was away and the more i thought about it, the more i knew that things weren't as they seemed to be. They were around, doing things that I just couldn't even place my mind on and I hated to think that if care wasn't taken, me and my baby would be harmed by it. The last thing I wanted was for anything to happen to Liam. He meant so much to him and considering the fact that he was a miracle baby, as I liked to call him, I knew that I would protect him with everything I had."How have you and Liam been since I left?" she asked.At that moment, I didn't even know where to start because there were many things that had happened to us, things that I hadn't even thought about very well because it happen
EiraThe more I stood there, thinking about everything, I knew that I needed to turn around and bring an end to this madness. I didn't like being scared this way and whoever did this was surely going to feel my wrath. I wasn't in the mood at all and I hated to think that the person doing this was purposely doing this because why was it at this moment that the person had the mind to do this. It was very annoying as well as disgusting because Liam needed saving and I didn't have time to engage in any of this."Whoever you are, I suggest you stop it because I am not in the mood for your games." I snapped.My anger was reaching a whole new level now and i knew that anytime soon, i would burst out and every time i was angry, i tended to say things that i would regret and i hated that because it meant that i won't be able to take my words back. Now, i was in a dicey situation because i didn't know if this person was a killer or a good person and if i lost it in front of a killer, i knew tha
Eira I don't know how long I've been sedated but the next time I awoke, it was evening and I was back to Sebastian's room. I cringed at the bright lights and winced as I tried to open my eyes. I was unaware of how long I had been unconscious. "Do you think she's alright?" I heard a voice that I wasn't sure I was able to recognize,say. I was now aware that I wasn't the only one in the room. I was finally able to get myself to open my eyes and I almost panicked when I saw Sebastian, his father and his brothers standing over me. Laura stood at the side. I frowned and pressed my hand against my head. Sebastian looked down at me worriedly. "Are you alright?" He said and I nodded slowly because I wasn't sure that I had enough energy to talk yet. "You gave us a fright back there. Now what's this I hear about my grandson missing?" Hunter said calmly. I was surprised that he was speaking to me. I was expecting him to hate me. His brothers didn't hesitate to express how they felt about me
Eira I couldn't say that I was entirely ready to face the day. I wasn't sure I was. Thankfully Sebastian had moved my luggage into my room. Last night I had panicked and I had cried again and Sebastian had to spend the rest of the night assuring and consoling me until I drifted Into sleep once more. Now how was i to get over the anxiety that was clawing up at me. How was I supposed to face Sebastian's family? Especially when he was going to break the news to them that he had a son especially with a member of their rivaling pack. I didn't even think that I was going to see Sebastian's family. I didn't think I would be this nervous. I still felt really tense. I haven't even been able to eat anything all morning. I stared at the reflection in the mirror. The girl staring back at me seemed exhausted and terrified out of her mind. Any moment from now and she was going to spiral and have a panic attack. I felt the need to burst into tears but settled for breathing in and out to calm my r
Eira I didn’t know how long it must have been now. I felt groggy as my eyes flickered open and I met an unfamiliar white ceiling. When I tried to move, my muscles protested slightly, meaning that I must have been unconscious for a very long time. I held my hand over my head. The pounding seemed to have reduced, the thudding in my head could pass for almost non-existent. Something about how groggy I felt gave me an inkling that I had been sedated. I felt drowsy and almost tempted to go back to sleep. I forced myself to keep my eyes open, my eyes traveled along the expanse of the grand bedroom, I looked down at the massive king size bed that I was in. It was half the size of my bed back at the inn. My eyes traveled to the vanity mirror, to the couch and then to the mini bar. I spotted the little door which gave me an idea that it might be a walk in closet. My brows furrowed into a frown as I looked at my surroundings. Where the hell was I ? And why wasn't I out there looking for my s
Eira "You need to get it together, Eira. If you continue like this, you won't be able to make it to Sebastian." Laura chided as she stood at the doorway. It's been four days and I still haven't heard from Liam, from Sebastian. Two days since Laura arrived at the inn. She gathered some information that gave us a clue to where we Sebastian lived. And yet I couldn't even find it in me to take any action. With each day that passed by, I felt absolutely nothing but misery and pain. I bursted into another round of sobs. That's all I've been doing these days. I've been crying and letting my misery get the better of me. I've allowed myself to be shrouded in my self hate and regrets. I deserved every bit of what was happening to me. Maybe this was how Sebastian felt when I said those hurtful Words to him, perhaps karma was paying me back in my own coin and I couldn't do anything about it. "I don't know how to fix it Laura" I said, I whispered brokenly. I still laid in my bed lifeless. "You
Eira It had been days since I told Sebastian to leave. Since I've last seen him. Liam was no longer bubbly and full of sunshine. He was reserved, preferred to be with only his teddy bear and Maybe I imagined but there was a certain look in his eyes that he regarded me with. Maybe he was disappointed. I was disappointed in myself too. Somehow, all I managed to do was just end up making things worse than they already were. Liam didn't even come down for dinner today. There was this empty look in his eyes each time I saw him, it held a sort of similarity to the hollow feeling that I felt in my chest. Sometimes when Liam thought I couldn't hear him, he would cry in his bedroom. I would cry too because I knew all I ever did now was cause the two men that I loved so much, pain. Things were just beginning to get better. Sebastian was willing to make an effort and I ruined it, because that's all I ever do. Ruin things. Tonight is a painful reminder of how empty I'm feeling, I can barely thi
Eira The bed felt so warm and cozy. I stretched, feeling satisfied but at the same time tired. It took me a long minute to be able to register the grip Sebastian's arm had over my waist. We were both bare under the sheets. I wasn't able to move because he held me to himself in a iron clad grip. The thought of him not wanting me out of his sight, brought a very bright smile to my face. The corners of my lips lifted up in a wild smile and I couldn't stop admiring his sleeping face. I traced an idle hand over his face and intently admired him as we slept. We'd barely gotten enough sleep especially after our conversation yesterday night and by the time we had woken up again, we were more interested in one another's bodies than we were in having a conversation until we were tired and drifted into short sleep shortly. "You know it's rude to stare at people when you think they're not sleeping" he murmured sleepily, his voice was still heavy lidded with sleep. "How do you always end up ca
Eira I spent the rest of the day in my bedroom. The house eventually became quiet and I knew that Sebastian had taken his son on a walk like Liam usually requested. So apparently I was left alone with my thoughts and I was left alone with my misery. I spent all day crying and eventually I became exhausted and I fell asleep. By the time I awoke, hours had rolled by. It was evening already. I wondered how long I had been asleep. Maybe Liam would be looking for me all day, who knows. I decided that it was time that I stopped wallowing in my misery and I had a shower. So I did, the hot water was something I was certain I needed. I spent long hours in the shower, lost in thought and eventually I came out of the bathroom and dressed in another set of comfortable clothes. I left my hair, hanging past my shoulders, leaving it to air dry and then I headed down the stairs into the kitchen where Sebastian was preparing dinner. Him and Liam were having a conversation, bickering to each other
Eira I finally succeeded in falling into a restless sleep but by the time I woke up. I didn't feel any better. I only felt worse. The memories of our argument last night rushed through me and I couldn't seem to get it out of my head. Somehow, I ended up feeling even worse than before. I was almost tempted not to get out of bed but I also knew that I couldn't stay in here all day. If I did, Liam was going to come looking for me and he was going to ask me all sorts of questions. He was a child but he observed the most little details and you wouldn't even know. He was very inquisitive. Finally after long moments of deliberation, I finally decided that it would be a good idea to get out of bed. I quickly caught a glance of myself in the reflection in the mirror. I looked like a mess. I winced under my breath. I can't go outside looking like a mess, even though I was very tempted to. I settled for brushing my teeth and packing up my hair into a neater bun and then I headed down the sta
Eira It was a nice walk back to the inn. Sebastian held Liam against his chest. He had exhausted all his energy playing with the squirrels and in the flower Field. Comfortable silence passed between us. Strangely, the air between us was lighter. There was no tension between us as we headed home. We arrived home in between twenty to thirty minutes. Sebastian headed up with Liam upstairs to his room to settle him in bed. Maybe when Liam was hungry later, Sebastian would make him dinner. But for now, we agreed not to wake him. I decided it would be a better idea to head to the kitchen and make dinner.I started to bring out the ingredients from the fridge. Maybe today, I would bake a pie, just because I haven't in a long time and because I was in a good mood. It took me a while before I was ready to register the footsteps behind me and the corners of my lips tilted up into a smile when I felt Sebastian lean into me wrapping his arms against me as I poured flour into a bowl. I relaxed