AsherI wanted restraint. It felt like every single piece of us was akin to thin glass- breakable and fragile. In spite of all of her constant reassurances, I could see the hesitation in her eyes on far too many occasions to be written off. Guilt filled me every single time I saw them, because I was the reason she had doubt. I made her like this, and that made me show her even more love.I had wanted to announce to the world that we were mates the right day I embraced her in my office. However, I wasn't blind to my previous mistakes. When she stopped me the first time, the speaking of time made me understand. It was exhilarating how only a day before, she finally accepted. I knew what I was going to have to do. Not just for her, but for the entire pack and for myself. The pride in me would usually resist, but I had quelled that side of me deep down a long time ago. Now I was going to do right by all of them. Especially Ariezel.Even seeing the look in her eyes right after, filled w
AriezelHe kissed me again, and I held on for dear life with him. I gripped his shoulders hard, pulling him to me as hard as I could.He groaned in tandem whilst our lips moved against each other. I meant what I had said. I trusted him with this. With myself. And even though there were still many ways to go, within the past two weeks I was reminded of how it felt like to be with him. To feel complete. And this Announcement had solidified one part of me.There was no hesitation on my part as I immediately ground myself against him, groaning at the sensations that sprouted forth. Yes. This was what I needed. He was all I needed.‘My love, my life, my mate’He pulled me closer and it felt like we would never be apart. I didn't want to even fathom it.As he separated, his face was flushed and darkened, eyes revealing his hunger and affection in a way that sent butterflies in my belly the same time it sent a zing of heat through my core.Was he hesitating again? I tugged at him, ready to
SerenaI paced the four corners of the damned room I was in. No matter what I did, nothing changed. I had thrown things time and again. were shattered, furniture broken but every single morning everytging wasconstantly replaced. Every. Single time.Days had passed, and nothing had changed. I had done everything. Screaming and shouting. I destroyed the tables and furniture, but they had ignored it all.I snapped towards the door in anticipation. There was plenty of explaining for him to do, but it was alright. I would take him back so long as he came.Couldn't he see? I was the only one meant for him. I was the only one who deserved to be with him. I, the daughter of an Alpha. Who was a better fit than me?Everything was running smoothly. Right before he found that…that mutt in the woods.But it was okay. So long as he groveled, once he finally saw.And perhaps today was that day.The door slowly opened, hesitantly. A hint of a smirk came to my face. I was ready for anything.But to m
Ariezel“Come on. Come on! You two should move faster. We can't miss this!” Harriet exclaimed, her face alternating from mine to Alys'I sighed at her rushed, if not panicked enthusiasm, speeding up my pace in an effort to keep up with her. Goodness, did she know exactly how fast she ran when she was excited?Her hair was now a bright cherry red, an exciting color that matches her personality. It mixed with the flush on her cheeks as she looked at us before turning away.“Alright, Alright.” Alys said in a slight whine, taking in a deep breath. “If I didn't love you Harriet, I wouldn't have left my duties for this." She muttered in a breath enough for both of us to hear.Harriet huffed in reply “By duties, do you mean sucking faces with Ambrose half the time?" She raised an eyebrow.I gasped at the scandalous words, turning towards Alys in anticipation of her reaction. To my surprise she wasn't standoffish nor in denial. Her face was flushed, a pink glow.‘Goddess.' I thought to myself
AriezelI stood in awe of the sights and sounds that came through. The smells of food and perfumes all mixed into each other.“Woah.” I said looking around.A tug on my hand stopped me short , making me look towards the culprit. To my surprise, it wasn't Harriet but Alys.“Come on. We can't just stand there." Her smile showed that she was just as excited now.Slowly I was dragged into the fray. Together we tinkered around the different stalls.“Hey Ari. Look here."I turned only to feel a cool sensation swipe above my face. I touched it, movi g my hand to my face. I looked to find a bright yellow powdery substance, which was swiped across my face.When I looked at them, I saw Harriet and Alys staring right at me. They yellow powder stained her hands and it was clear who was the culprit.Shaking my head a smile slowly creeped onto my face. My eyes narrowed at them, a predator-like instinct coming upon me. I could tell from the way their faces changed that they knew exactly what was goi
AriezelI remained in his embrace, the mix of the warm buzz and his refreshing presence making me hum in his arms.“This is nice.” I murmured, taking in a deep breath to inhale his scent again.“Ari."My eyes snapped open. Separating from him, I turned to find both of my friends now near me. The friends whom, for a moment I had totally forgotten about.Not to mention, looking further, the market area was behind them. When had we even left?“Don't forget about us" Harriet said, hitting the nail on the head before she bursted into giggles.“I'm pretty sure that road has already gone by now." Alys spoke dryly, though the smile that remained on her face was enough to tell me that she was in the same state as I was.Looking back, I met his green eyes, staring at me softly. Warm flesh I recognized as his hand cupped my cheek and I leaned onto it with a sigh.“I guess you were occupied with the festival weren't you?" He spoke softly.I nodded, humming.“Harriet gave us something to drink. Sh
AsherHer words were so pure, so devoid of any rage or grudge.In the end, what Ariezel wanted was not revenge or power. It was something so much simpler. She wanted a home, a family.She wanted love.For the thousandth time I cursed myself internally for my past mistakes. For ever thinking that she could take part in anything so malicious.I still stood by my previous words. I could openly imagine myself attacking that pathetic excuse of a man unlike before. I wished that I had actually done that. But then I looked into her clear blue eyes, now free from the haze of the mild spirits I was sure she drank, the plea was clearly there.I wouldn't do that to her.Unless he ever came into the picture again that is.I growled internally at the thought. If he ever crossed my territory again, I would make him regret the day he was born.Pushing away those thoughts, I laid a gentle smile on my lips, the smile quickly turning genuine whilst I focused on her.“Fine. I promise I won't say it agai
AriezelThe next day, I woke up with a groan as I spotted the blinding lights. In my resistance, I turned away, burying myself under the blankets again.But no matter how long I closed my eyes, my awareness of reality rose. My body was getting uncomfortable and I could no longer remain in the same position anymore.I lifted the comforter away as I sat up on the bed, squinting and blinking lightly against the morning rays that grew duller with every second as my eyes soon adjusted to it.My hair was a sure mess, the strange tucking my face and my nose. I used my hands to shift them away, turning to my side to find it empty.I easily remembered last night. Though some of it was a gaze, the period before I fell back asleep was clear. I remembered Asher's anger on my behalf for all things past and I remembered the kiss we shared right after and the disappointment that it hadn't turned to more for the rest of the night.I also clearly remembered my confession towards him.My loose lips spa