Katerina's pov
Losing your parents at a young age is a very hard thing to go through. Losing them on your birthday is worse. Almost 10 years ago on my 8th birthday my parents went to the store to get my cake and presents but they never returned. Their car was found the next day it seems they slid on ice and into a tree, or at least thats what I was told. The alpha of our pack, the Midnight Moon pack, took me in. Alpha Carter was nice at first and made me feel at home for the fact my father was his beta. It took about a month before him and his Luna Jocelyn decided I was at fault for them losing their beta and Alpha Carter's bestfriend. Though alpha Carter appointed his good friend, James, to be his new beta only 2 months after my dad died. At that point they decided I'd be best as a slave to the alpha and beta families. The alpha and beta each had one son. The alpha's son was Ryder we shared a birthday and the betas son was Jayce and Ryders best friend.
At first the abuse wasn't horribly bad. They would order me to get them drinks and they would smack it out of my hands and make me clean it up or they would throw food on me if it wasn't to their liking. Until my 10th birthday. This was the 2 year anniversary of my parents death and Ryder's birthday. On this day I was told to cut the cake for his birthday party and take everyone a piece. I was bringing the alpha his piece when Ryder tripped me and I accidentally spilled the cake all over the alpha's lap. He let out a deep growl pick me up by my hair and slapped me across the face and yelled "You good for nothing orphan slave! You should have died not your father" my cheek instantly turned red a swollen from the contact. This was the first time it had gotten physical, but it only got worse from there it was like he got pleasure from beating me.
After the Alpha started to physically abuse me it took about 2 months before Luna joined in. They beat me everyday for the most minor inconvenience and made a meer broom closet into my room. They didn't hit my face anymore so when members of neighboring packs would come stay they wouldn't see my abuse. Though the rest of my body was fair game. When neighboring pack members would visit I would have to wear a long sleeve shirt. I would be treated as an omega, cooking meals, serving, and cleaning. All the things I did on a normal basis but the abuse only happened In secrete.
At first Ryder and Jayce only bullied me. Though, at first Jayce didn't act like he wanted to, he listened to Ryder and Alpha Carter. They would knock trays of food out of my hands and watch me as i had to clean it up. They would dirty places i had just clean to mke me clean it again. When my 16th birthday came around Ryder and jayce also joined in on the abuse. He would trip me and kick me in the ribs. Everyone in the pack blamed me for the loss of their beta.
At school no one abuses me but a lot of people bully me so I try to keep to myself. I only have one friend, Angelica. She has been my best friend since before my parents died. She and her family are just omegas and most ranked wolves aren't friends with non ranked wolves, but I have never seen the diffence. I don't see people by their rank. This has increased my abuse because the ranked wolves do not like omegas in our pack.
Today it is Monday morning and it is time to get ready for school. I go to my tiny makeshift restroom and look in the mirror, I am a meer 5 foot tall, with an hour glass figure and large breast, my curly dark brown hair hangs down to my mid back, I have natural sun-kissed skin, my light teal eyes shine, if it wasn't for the bruises and dark circles under my eyes, from lack of sleep, I would be considered gorgeous. Whatever slave duties I have to get done for the day usually keep me up late then its hard to sleep on a make shift mat so even when I get done I can only sleep for a couple of hours.
The only reason I am allowed to attend school is because the Luna says she doesn't want a r******d slave. Its okay because if I'm not needed then I have to stay in my broom closet of a bedroom. I actually look forward to school. Even with the bullies its the only time I get to see Angelica. I throw on sweats and an over sized t-shirt, grab my school books and start walking to school. When I get there Angelica is waiting by the school doors for me. Angelica is 5'5 and slim. She is pail with freckles and beautiful straight amber red hair that goes down to her a** and emerald green eyes.
As I approach her Jess, the most popular girl at school and Ryders girlfriend, steps between us and knocks my books out of my hands. "Wow, you should watch where you are going you little b***h." She says with a squeaky peppy voice. I look up at her she is 5'7 and has wavey blonde hair just past her shoulders, mud brown eyes, an obvious spray tan and too much makeup.
"Don't just stare at me orphan pick up your f*****g books." And as I bend over to pick my books up she kicks them away from me. I walk over and pick them up. And she saves me to the ground.
Just then I hear a man's voice its none other than soon to be alpha, Ryder. He stands 6'5 with broad shoulders sandy blonde hair and bright blue eyes i quickly look down because I am not allowed to look him in the eyes. His voice is deep when he speaks "well orphan get the hell up and pick your books up. You will pay later for running into Jess like that."
I look up and see Angelica is gone she must of headed to class, I do not blame her for leaving she is an omega so she gets bullied enough by them too. I stand, pick up my books, lower my head and head to class. At this point im hoping the day goes by pretty quickly.
Author note:
This is my first time writing like this please let me know what you think and what I can do to make it better. Thanks for your support!
Katerina's pov After the ordeal outside I am late for my first period class, English. Mr. Reider is not very happy though I am only two minutes late he glares at me as I walk in. "Nice of you to decide to come to class. You'll have extra homework tonight." He sneers at me. " You're lucky I don't just send you to the principles office." Jess walks into class five minutes late and he doesn't say a word to her. He just looks up and smiles then turns back to me. "Now go take your seat and open your book" He snaps. I quickly scurry to my seat. "Now class open your books to page 346 and start reading there"****** Its now half way through the day and its lunch time. This is my favorite time because Angelica and I grab
Katerina's pov Walking into the pack house the alpha is waiting by the door for me he grabs me by my hair and throws me to the ground. "You ungrateful orphan! Even though you're the reason your parents died we still took you in and gave you a place to stay and in return you disrespect our future Luna by running into her and making her fall?" He shouts in my face his alpha aura at what feels like full force, Ryder obviously lied to him. "And I find out that you're so ungrateful that you want to become a rouge when you turn 18? Not happening you'll be my salve then when Ryder steps up you'll be his slave." By this time Luna Jocelyn has walked up "I only allowed you to attend school so you wouldn't be stupid but I guess it didn't work you will be in your room all day everyday if we don't need you. You'll never leave this pac
Ryder's pov I wake up and look over to see Jess's naked body laying beside me. She isn't my destined mate. She informed me a month ago that she had found her destined mate and rejected him. I knew she wasn't mine when I turned 17 and I didn't feel a pull towards her. I started having this strange pull towards the stupid orphan which was weird there is no was she could be my mate. We will find out tomorrow on our birthday if its ture. If it is I will just reject her and make her my slave forever. When I am alpha she will never know happiness. I know that Jess just wants the power and money from being Luna but, my parents insist that she be luna. I must get up and get ready today Alpha Xavier and beta John will be here. I must make sure everything is prepared and ready for their arrival. I walk down stairs and there is the orphan preparing breakfast and theres that
Xavier pov "John i do not understand why we are attending his birthday celebration. I would rather be home with our pack." Ryder's party was tomorrow. There was no need for us to be here other than the fact that they requested our attendance. "Listen, its good for you to get out and go to functions it increases the chances of you finding your mate. Plus it looks good on us to attend smaller packs events." His word are true but I have gave up looking for my mate i am 24 and alphas can find their mates starting at 17. "I doubt that. I don't believe the moon goddess gave me a mate. I'm going to just make Heather my chosen mate and Luna." I know everyone doesn't like Heather but they're just gonna have to deal with it my pack needs a Luna. "Xavier don't do that. All she wants is your money. Plus I'm hoping to find my mate too. Let just try to enjoy ourselves
Xavier's pov I get my shower after our training session, get dressed and order lunch to be brought up. After I eat, I walk down stairs and run into John. Just then my wolf, Alastair, starts going nuts. 'Mate' he keeps chanting over and over again.'Wait are you serious?' I ask him'Yes! We have to go find her!'"Alastair says out mate is near we have to go find her" John just nods in agreement.I start to walk outside towards where the party's at but part of me is pulling me toward the the dining hall so I follow my gut and head towardsthe dining area. I have never came this way I've always ate in my room. I get a could steps in and I'm hit with the most amazing smell of fresh baked apple pie and roses. But the scent was mixed with blood.'Mate is hurt!' Alastair growls. We follow the scent to the dining area but it sm
Xavier's povMy mate, who i found out her name is Katerina, has in in surgery for a few hours. John has been getting phone calls from people are our pack so he's been in and out but for the most part he's stayed by me. Ryder left to go back to his party but alpha Carter has stayed here and has said nothing. I have stopped thinking about what they said. How would the moongoddess pair me with someone who murdered their parents. I have been known as a ruthless alpha but only to my enemies. I am fair to my pack. I threat everyone with dignity and respect but I haven't had a pack member murder their family. The doctor comes through the double doors and interrupts my thoughts. "She made it through surgery now we wait for her to wake up." It seems that there was anger radiating off Carter at his words. Why is he mad that she made it through surgery? I understand what she did but he shouldn't want a pa
Katerina's pov "Sweety, I know you're hurting but I need to know exactly what happened, from the very beginning." I felt my entire being become cold at his words as I looked at alpha Carter and Ryder, they weren't even trying to hide their scowls at me. I pretty much knew what they probably told him. And then I looked over at Xavier. He was looking at them, watching their scowling at me. Then, he turned his gaze to me it was soft and I felt safe with him but I knew I couldn't tell him in front of them. "I don't remember anything." Staring Ryder right in his eyes. "I am really tired can I get some rest?" "I think that would be best for you. At least now you're awake." The doctor said to me and turns towards the door where Ryder and cater stood. "I'll be back to check on you, Katerina. I think it'll be best if you guys leave too."
Xavier's povAs Katerina falls asleep to my touch I can't help but think about her words. Part of me doesn't want to believe that people could be so cruel as to blame a child for the death of her parents but, in my gut I know she speaks the truth. This infuriates me and Alastair is chanting 'kill kill kill' in my head and I have full intention to do so but first, I must get to the bottom of why someone would do such a thing to an innocent child. I decide I need John to help me. Its about 7:30 and the sun is almost fully set which means the party is probably about to reach its peak. It a full moon tonight so this party may get hectic. I mind link John.'John, I know you're trying to get to know your mate but I need your help with something. Meet me in front of the hospital and bring Angelica and ask her to sit with Katerina.''Right away alpha.'I feel bad
Katerina's pov Xavier climbed into the back and helped me in. John spoked to the warriors and the climbed into the driver seat. Leaving, i was nervous and excited. My biggest issue now if the fact i don't know how to be a Luna. I don't know how to lead or guide people. We start our drive to our new home. Xavier says its a couple hours away but the closer and closer we get the more nervous I become. It seems that Xavier senses my anxiety and pulls me onto his lap and snuggles me into his chest and his scent causes me to melt into him. I instantly calm down. I know he will help me become the best for pack. I know I don't need to worry because he will protect me with all of himself. I find myself drifting off to sleep. "Wake up, little one, were home." Xavier gently woke me up. When I opened my eyes and looked out the window we were surrounded by a think forest with the tallest trees i have ever seen. W
Xavier's pov I throw Ryder's grey with white chest wolf and he gets up and lunges at me and I jump out of the way and start circling him. Matthias, johns wolf stands on guard. Watch our every move while making sure no one come running in. He tries to lunge again and I grab him by the throat and start shaking him until I feel his neck snap. 2 down, not to mention their warriors my warriors are taking down. Hopefully this will be over soon enough. We go running down stairs to meet up and finish this fight with everyone else. Luna Jocelyn pops up as I turn the corner with red puffy eyes. Its apparent she felt me kill her mate and son. She shifts. Her smaller all grey wolf lunges at me. And Alastair just side steps, grabs her by her neck and gives her a hard shake, breaking her neck and throwing her off to the side. We walk out of the pack house and see our warriors have taken down about 70% of their warriors.
Katerina's pov I was enjoying my girl talk with Angelica she was telling me about John. There wasn't much I could tell her about Xavier except that I felt safe with him. And then they walked in and Xavier told me his plan. It worried me a bit but I understood. They probably wouldn't let me leave without a fight. To them I haven't paid my dues for 'killing my parents'. "Though I hate the thought do as you must. Just be safe, all of you." Xavier looked at me with awe in his eyes."You are my Luna and you have a whole pack who will lay down their lives for you. You are protected and we will never allow anyone to hurt you again." I felt comfort in his words a d snuggled to his chest."Now little one its getting late you need to rest." He says kissing the top of my head and he turns to John and Angelica."You two can go back to gettin
Xavier's povAs Katerina falls asleep to my touch I can't help but think about her words. Part of me doesn't want to believe that people could be so cruel as to blame a child for the death of her parents but, in my gut I know she speaks the truth. This infuriates me and Alastair is chanting 'kill kill kill' in my head and I have full intention to do so but first, I must get to the bottom of why someone would do such a thing to an innocent child. I decide I need John to help me. Its about 7:30 and the sun is almost fully set which means the party is probably about to reach its peak. It a full moon tonight so this party may get hectic. I mind link John.'John, I know you're trying to get to know your mate but I need your help with something. Meet me in front of the hospital and bring Angelica and ask her to sit with Katerina.''Right away alpha.'I feel bad
Katerina's pov "Sweety, I know you're hurting but I need to know exactly what happened, from the very beginning." I felt my entire being become cold at his words as I looked at alpha Carter and Ryder, they weren't even trying to hide their scowls at me. I pretty much knew what they probably told him. And then I looked over at Xavier. He was looking at them, watching their scowling at me. Then, he turned his gaze to me it was soft and I felt safe with him but I knew I couldn't tell him in front of them. "I don't remember anything." Staring Ryder right in his eyes. "I am really tired can I get some rest?" "I think that would be best for you. At least now you're awake." The doctor said to me and turns towards the door where Ryder and cater stood. "I'll be back to check on you, Katerina. I think it'll be best if you guys leave too."
Xavier's povMy mate, who i found out her name is Katerina, has in in surgery for a few hours. John has been getting phone calls from people are our pack so he's been in and out but for the most part he's stayed by me. Ryder left to go back to his party but alpha Carter has stayed here and has said nothing. I have stopped thinking about what they said. How would the moongoddess pair me with someone who murdered their parents. I have been known as a ruthless alpha but only to my enemies. I am fair to my pack. I threat everyone with dignity and respect but I haven't had a pack member murder their family. The doctor comes through the double doors and interrupts my thoughts. "She made it through surgery now we wait for her to wake up." It seems that there was anger radiating off Carter at his words. Why is he mad that she made it through surgery? I understand what she did but he shouldn't want a pa
Xavier's pov I get my shower after our training session, get dressed and order lunch to be brought up. After I eat, I walk down stairs and run into John. Just then my wolf, Alastair, starts going nuts. 'Mate' he keeps chanting over and over again.'Wait are you serious?' I ask him'Yes! We have to go find her!'"Alastair says out mate is near we have to go find her" John just nods in agreement.I start to walk outside towards where the party's at but part of me is pulling me toward the the dining hall so I follow my gut and head towardsthe dining area. I have never came this way I've always ate in my room. I get a could steps in and I'm hit with the most amazing smell of fresh baked apple pie and roses. But the scent was mixed with blood.'Mate is hurt!' Alastair growls. We follow the scent to the dining area but it sm
Xavier pov "John i do not understand why we are attending his birthday celebration. I would rather be home with our pack." Ryder's party was tomorrow. There was no need for us to be here other than the fact that they requested our attendance. "Listen, its good for you to get out and go to functions it increases the chances of you finding your mate. Plus it looks good on us to attend smaller packs events." His word are true but I have gave up looking for my mate i am 24 and alphas can find their mates starting at 17. "I doubt that. I don't believe the moon goddess gave me a mate. I'm going to just make Heather my chosen mate and Luna." I know everyone doesn't like Heather but they're just gonna have to deal with it my pack needs a Luna. "Xavier don't do that. All she wants is your money. Plus I'm hoping to find my mate too. Let just try to enjoy ourselves
Ryder's pov I wake up and look over to see Jess's naked body laying beside me. She isn't my destined mate. She informed me a month ago that she had found her destined mate and rejected him. I knew she wasn't mine when I turned 17 and I didn't feel a pull towards her. I started having this strange pull towards the stupid orphan which was weird there is no was she could be my mate. We will find out tomorrow on our birthday if its ture. If it is I will just reject her and make her my slave forever. When I am alpha she will never know happiness. I know that Jess just wants the power and money from being Luna but, my parents insist that she be luna. I must get up and get ready today Alpha Xavier and beta John will be here. I must make sure everything is prepared and ready for their arrival. I walk down stairs and there is the orphan preparing breakfast and theres that