Hazel witnessed something unimaginable, an experience that defied the norms of human understanding. Though she survived the trauma, the aftermath left her heart shattered. Cursing herself every time she looked at Wyatt, she wrestled with the paradox of living under the roof of someone who desired her death.She started to believe Dimitry's words about Wyatt protecting her, but Wyatt's own words echoed relentlessly in her mind day and night."It's because of Dimitry that I'm alive in this house."It had been two days since she had left her room. Everyone else had come to check on her except Wyatt.Wyatt punishes himself through grueling exercises and long runs as if trying to physically distance himself from the guilt that weighed on him. Hazel, on the other hand, sat alone in the middle of the bed, a journal in hand. She intended to pour her feelings onto the pages, but the overwhelming sense of loneliness and suffocation stifled her words.Hazel heard a gentle knock on her door, prom
Silas stepped into the garden first, discovering the trio drenched. Wyatt, deliberately indifferent, played along, emphasizing his apparent disregard for Hazel. Smiling, she gathered their belongings and headed inside."Having a good time with our Alpha?" Silas inquired, grinning."Oh, no, not with him. Dimitry and I went for a picnic," Hazel replied, her dress clinging to her and wet hair framing her face. Silas glanced at Wyatt, who was engaged with Dimitry. Hazel's response seemed to please him."Don't be upset. I'm sure he likes you.” Silas complimented, "You're so beautiful," his eyes paused on her soaked dress, accentuating her alluring curves and the valley between her breasts. Mrs. Cox brought towels for them. As Hazel reached for one, Silas swiftly intercepted it."Oh, let me help you. Gosh, you are soaked," he insisted, guiding her to a chair and taking charge of drying her hair."I can do it," Hazel offered, but Silas remained stubborn. He intentionally wiped her neck and s
In the aftermath of the confrontation, Wyatt's piercing red eyes surveyed the scene. The rogue bodies lay still, the evidence of the skirmish tainting the once serene woods. He turned toward Ruben with a stern expression."Ruben, clean this area. Leave no trace. We don't want Silas tracing us back here," Wyatt commanded, the authority in his voice cutting through the tension-filled air.Ruben nodded in acknowledgment. "I'll take care of it." As Ruben began the task of erasing any sign of the struggle, Wyatt's gaze fell on Hazel. She lay unconscious, a pawn in the supernatural battle. Wyatt's expression softened momentarily with a flicker of conflict in his eyes.He approached her with a mixture of determination and regret. Lifting her gently in his arms, he murmured to himself, "I didn't want you involved in this, doc. But there's no choice now."Navigating through the darkened woods, Wyatt carried Hazel back to the mansion. He entered her room, carefully laying her on the bed. As he
The earth flew beneath his feet as he ran, sweat trickling down his brow. The tracker could smell his fear, mingling with the scent of the forest. He cursed himself for coming here, knowing it could cost him his life, just like it did his friends. As his hands rummaged for his gun, he realized he had dropped it in the chaos. He kept running, though his exhausted body slowed his pace.A distant howl echoed through the woods, followed by the sound of heavy paws pounding the ground. Birds' cheerful chirping turned into alarmed calls. A shadow flickered among the trees, a reminder that he was the prey, slow and defenseless against his pursuers.His heart pounded in his chest, his breaths coming in short gasps. He needed more oxygen to survive, but his lungs couldn't keep up with the demand. It was a race for survival, an urgent desire to see another morning. The shadow behind him grew darker and feeding off his fear. Suddenly, he stumbled, his drained body tumbling down a hill, teetering
The hospital hallway adorned with magnolia walls that complemented the shimmering morning light, creating a beautiful start to the day. Soft music played in the background, providing just the right emotional lift for both patients and staff. However, the true marvel lay in the ceiling, transparent and high-arched, showcasing the innovative architectural design that had been invested in for this small town. The owner had truly gone above and beyond to provide for the people of this community.Jack and Hazel had been friends since their university days. After completing her degree, Hazel had planned to explore urban options in Charlotte. However, her father's decision to move to this small town to help others had changed her course. Her father was her idol, always putting himself out there to assist those in need. While part of her wanted to stay in the city, she remembered her father's words about using her skills to help the less fortunate."How are you finding this place?" Jack asked
Everything seems under control, or so she thought, but as they stepped out of the room, Wyatt's demeanor sent warning signals to the members working there who recognized him. Filled with distress, Hazel sprinted towards Jack. "Jack," she called out, her voice reflecting her concern."What the heck were you trying to prove out there?" His words spilled out, unaware that she had just punched the alpha of the Blue Moon pack—a consequence she had never before encountered. She stood there, absorbing Jack's remarks and the warnings he was trying to convey."I'm sorry. Do you expect me to stand by and watch him choke you?" Her voice held a hint of rebellion, a readiness to fight for what was right."You don't know him," he murmured quietly, his gaze shifting over her shoulder to where Wyatt stood, gawking back at them."I have to get back to the ICU," Hazel asserted firmly, determined to keep her promise. Stepping back, she walked briskly towards the ICU. She knew it would be challenging, bu
"Stay away from Wyatt Romano!"That was the entire message. No further explanation accompanied Jack's warning. With bloodstains on Ruben's clothes and cold, mysterious vibes emanating from Wyatt, Hazel sensed she had to dig deeper. She observed Wyatt hastily leaving the hallway, causing people to bow their heads as he passed by."Is he in the mafia or something?" she murmured to herself, leaving those thoughts behind as she continued down the hallway to attend to other patients and finish her day."Hey Hazel, how's everything going?" Miss Prez, the head of the pathology department, greeted her."Good, Miss Prez. And how about you?""Work, work, work, you know how it goes. But I'm happy my husband finally got an opportunity in Seattle. We're moving out," Miss Prez shared, a sense of excitement in her voice."And how's your little one?" Hazel asked, knowing that Miss Prez's daughter had a habit of staying up all night and wanting to play."Taking her on vacation this weekend." That remi
The shock washed over Hazel’s features as fear gripped her. She fell back, her mind racing with questions. If his wounds had healed, why hadn’t he woken up? Overwhelmed and unable to think clearly, all she knew was that she had to tell someone, perhaps his brother, about his condition. Panic setting in, she hastily rummaged through his pockets, hoping to find his phone, but all she came across were cards.“Wyatt,” she whispered, her mind racing with thoughts. Was he a ghost in human form? No, that couldn’t be right. She then considered the possibility of him being an alien, but such thoughts only made her nervously bite her nails. What if he woke up and harmed her?With a trembling hand, she touched him again. “Wyatt,” she called out, but there was still no response. All she could think of were those raven-black eyes she had just seen a few moments ago, which prevented her from thinking about anything else. Her house felt like a graveyard, with a man lying on her bed, unresponsive, and