Lord Zack’s voice boomed through the forest, summoning every member of the pack to the clearing. That was unlike him to summon them himself.“I fear the worst,” one wolf said to his friend.“Maybe there is another who has fallen victim to his ruthless reign,” the other suggested. “We can only guess until he says the words.”The pack members gathered around him, curious about the reason for the sudden meeting.“Something is wrong, I can smell it,” Ariana whispered to Frederick.“Not that we have ever been far from trouble. We can only wish that he has not become power drunk again,” he responded.“Hey,” Judah whispered to Frederick from behind.“Hey, Judah,” Ariana said to him, smiling.“Hey,” Frederick said. “Where have you been? I looked everywhere for you.”“I must talk to you alone,” Judah replied, his voice hasty.“About what?,” Frederick asked, looking curious.“Not here,” he said, briefly looking at Ariana, who looked suspicious of him.“She knows everything,” Frederick, said, ma
Fidelis led Damon and some of his men to a clearing in the woods, where they set up camp.“We cannot let our enemies catch us off guard,” he had made a rallying cry to them.The training began early the next morning. Fidelis was a strict trainer, and he pushed Damon and his men to their limits. They started with basic exercises like running, jumping, and lifting weights. As the day progressed, the intensity of the training increased. They practiced hand-to-hand combat, sword fighting, and archery.“You never know what game the enemy will play, so we must be prepared for whatever they throw at us,” he said, as he defended his decision to enforce all manner of combat training.He watched Damon struggle to defend himself against his ‘attacker.’“Leave us alone,” he said to the one who trained him. “I see you’re having a tough time getting used to how we fight,” he said to him.“You must consider me a waste of space, one who is not fit to bear the armor,” Damon said, his strength drained.
Hunter’s eyes blazed with fury as he confronted Zed. “I took you in, even when others had their worries about you. I treated you, not as an enemy, yet, you chose to break my heart. You fucking betrayed me!” Hunter’s voice boomed with anger and frustration.It hurt him to know that he had lost every member of his pack to Zed. He had not seen it coming; he would never had imagined that Zed would betray him, especially after he protected him from some of the pack members who considered him an enemy.Zed, unfazed by Hunter’s outburst, looked him in the eyes, smiling, and said, “Always treat friends as enemies, for they will become one someday. You should have listened to them and done away with me. I guess now that your loss is my profit. I'm sorry you had to be stripped off of your title, but you must know that change is always inevitable. The pack needed someone who could do what you didn't have the capacity to do.”“Fuck you!,” Hunter said, as he spat at him.Immediately, one of the gu
Along with Hunter, Lord Loc and his men set out on a search for a seer who could save Julian, his wife, from the brink of death. Julian was gravely ill, and all the magicians in the pack had failed to cure her. Lord Loc was deeply in love with Julian, and the thought of losing her was unbearable.“I cannot stand the thought of losing her,” he had confided in Lee, his most trusted wolf.“I promise you, we shall find the seer and bring her to you,” Lee swore to him.“No, I wanna lead the men on this journey,” he said, looking determined.“My lord, the pack need their leader back here. We shall go alone into the forest, and we shall return with her. I make you this promise on blood,” Lee said.But Lord Loc insisted that he was going to go with them.“I wanna make sure that my heart doesn't judge me if we do not return with her. I cannot bear the sight of her dying.” Placing his hands on his shoulder, lord Loc continued, “I trust you, but I cannot bear the thought of her slipping away fro
PreviouslyZed and the pack members had woken up to find out that Hunter had escaped. They were all in a state of panic and confusion.“We should be worried,” Bobb said, looking panic-stricken.Unlike the others, Zed remained calm. He knew that Hunter wouldn't have escaped if he didn't have help from someone amongst them. It was only a matter of time before he found out who did, he believed. Before the situation would escalate more than it already did, he quickly took charge and called for a meeting.Having waited until they had all gathered, he cleared his throat and began to speak. He spoke precisely, making sure that they all understood everything he said.“I know the event of last night has thrown you all into panic, but I want to reaffirm to you what I said when I became your leader. We will give chase to our enemies until they have no hiding place left. Hunter might have escaped last night, but we shall find him and make sure he pays for his sins. I shall spill his b
Isabella and Frederick were sitting in front of the fireplace in her hut, the flames casting a warm glow on their faces.Frederick had come to her to seek counsel on how to deal with Catherine.“She keeps getting in my face,” he said. “I am worried that she will force me to spill blood.”“Catherine and I used to be friends,” Isabella began.“Really? Then why do you hate her so much?.”“I will tell you everything you must know.” She paused, took a deep breath and continued. “It was at a ball,” she said. “Catherine was wearing a beautiful blue dress, and she looked so innocent and pure. She was just so enchanting , like a mini god. Everyone wanted to be friends with her; everyone wanted to have a piece of her. I knew I had to befriend her.”Isabella went on to describe how she and Catherine became close friends. “Unlike the others who had to work their socks off just to get to her, we clicked from the moment our paths crossed. We became almost inseparable. Those who did not know about u
Lord Cage was pacing back and forth in his study, his brow furrowed with worry. He had always allowed Alicia to do things her way, because he trusted in her ability to always make the right decision. But ever since she had grown close to Damon, he had become increasingly concerned. Aria’s prophecy had been weighing heavily on his mind, and he couldn’t shake the feeling that something terrible was going to happen if he didn't keep them apart.One of the guards had reported to him that he had seen Damon follow Alicia to her room on the night of the party.“They held hands like lovers,” he had reported.“Lovers!?,” he asked, looking dazzled. Aria’s prophecy had quickly flashed through his mind.“Yes, my lord.”That night, he knew no rest, as his mind worked on several possibilities and eventualities. Even though he loved Damon, and had taken him in as his, he knew he couldn't choose compassion over duty.“I must protect her,” he said, as he finally succumbed to nature's demand.Early the
Zed’s men had captured a lady and brought her before him. As soon as he saw her, he ordered them to leave them alone. “I want time alone with her,” he said.As soon as they left, he embraced her. “Julie!,” he said, dazzled. “I never thought I would see you again.”“Zed?,” she said, awestruck.“Yeah, it's me,” he said, smiling.“I thought my eyes had played a fast one on me,” she admitted, yet to fully get over the shock.Julie was surprised to see Zed after a long time away rrom him.“I never thought I would set my eyes on you again,” he confessed. “Where have you been? What happened to you?,” he asked, taken aback by her look. She looked a tad different from the Julie he had become used to back at the camp.“It's a long story,” she said, smiling.“That's why we've got all the time to ourselves. Be my guest.”As they talked, she told him where she had been…“After I left the pack, I was captured by a group of bandits, rogues.”“They must have thought of you as a weakling, one with no
The atmosphere at the safe house was heavy with emotions as Thomas and Ariana returned, their arrival bringing a sense of both relief and trepidation. The trio of Frederick, Catherine, and Thomas reunited, their embrace exuding a mixture of love, relief, and determination. Their shared warmth and affection for one another formed a protective shield against the impending danger that lurked in their world.As they held each other tightly, Thomas whispered words of courage and determination to his companions, reminding them of their unwavering bond and the strength they possessed as a united force. Their eyes, shimmering with a combination of tears and resolve, reflected the unwavering determination to fight for what they held dear.“I feared the worst,” Frederick said, as he held on to Ariana. Turning to Thomas, he said, “You have proven yourself worthy of my trust. Thank you. I owe you one”“You owe me nothing,” he just said. “Everything I have done is nothing compared to the evil my h
Tom tossed and turned in his sleep, his face contorted with fear and pain. He was trapped in a nightmare that haunted him that night; a nightmare that he wished he could forget, but could never escape.He saw his sister, Ariana, hanging on a wooden stake, her hands and feet bound with iron chains. She was pale and weak, blood dripping from her wounds. She looked at him with pleading eyes, begging him to save her. But he was powerless, unable to move or speak.And then, he saw Lord Zack standing in front of her, holding a silver dagger. He wore a dark cloak that covered his body, hiding his wolf form. He smiled wickedly, showing his sharp fangs."Hello, Philip," he said as soon as he saw him, his voice cold and mocking. "Did you miss me? You should come join the party,” he beckoned on him.Tom felt a surge of anger and hatred, but also fear and guilt. He was scared that he would hurt Ariana if he did nothing about it. He had to react, and react swiftly."Let her go, you monster!" he sh
It was a rainy morning, and the guards of Lord Zack's camp were on high alert. They had been on the lookout for Thomas and ‘his gang of rebels,’ as Lord Zack referred to them. Worried that they would attack them anytime, he had stationed his guards at the outskirt of the pack's camp.“Bring them to me, dead or alive. I don't fucking care how you do it,” he had instructed them.That morning, as they had become accustomed to since he escaped, the guards scanned the horizon, looking for any signs of movement. They were armed with silver bullets and crossbows, ready to shoot at anything that moved. Suddenly, they saw a figure emerging from the mist, walking slowly towards them. They raised their weapons, and their leader shouted, "Who are you? Identify yourself!"The figure came closer, and they recognized him. It was Thomas, the ‘rebel’ leader. He was alone, and unarmed. He looked tired and wounded, his clothes torn and bloody. He had a bandage around his head, covering one of his eyes.
Fidelis was furious as he stormed the alpha's chamber that morning. He wasn't going to just lie low because Alicia had reminded him how brutal Lord Loc was. He had messed with his sister, and he was going to make him pay for it."Get them!," he yelled, as he demanded that Lord Loc's men be arrested and brought before him.Hunter, who had woken up to the sound of his command, tried to put up a resistance, but he was overwhelmed by Fidelis' men. They outnumbered him and his companions, and they fought with savage ferocity. Hunter felt a sharp pain in his shoulder as one of them hit him with a sharp object, drawing blood. He swung his claws at another, but missed. He was tackled to the ground by two more, who pinned him down and snarled at him."Kneel!," Fidelis commanded him, as he stood over him with a triumphant smirk. He wanted to humiliate him and make him submit to his authority. He wanted to show him he was not one to be scared of Lord Loc."You will pay for this, I swear," Hunter
The moon hung high in the star-studded sky, casting its ethereal glow upon the silent forest. The night air was still, devoid of any sounds except for the distant rustling of leaves and the occasional hoot of an owl. The atmosphere was heavy with anticipation, as if the very stillness of the night foretold the forthcoming events that would unfold.Hunter's words echoed in Alicia's mind as she walked away from him, his awkward smile etched in her memory.“Remember, no one must know of the great sufferings you have endured in his hands,” he had reminded her, smiling awkwardly. “You must know that I've got my eyes on you,” he added.“You do not need to remind me of how evil your lord is,” she said to him. Alicia felt a surge of adrenaline as she walked away from Hunter, who had just reminded her of Lord Loc’s threatHis uncompromising reminder only fueled her determination to seek justice for the immense sufferings she had endured under his cruel hands. She couldn't bear to let anyone el
The early morning sun cast a golden glow over the forest, as Alicia returned to Lord Cage's camp. She felt a surge of relief as she saw the familiar tents and banners of her father's pack. She had been away for four weeks, visiting Lord Loc's camp as his mate. It was supposed to be a diplomatic gesture, a way to strengthen the alliance between the two powerful alphas, but Alicia knew the truth. She was nothing but a pawn, a means to an end, a solution to a prophecy she had not spoken of.She was greeted by a royal entry, as the guards who had accompanied her saluted and cheered. They had been loyal and respectful to her, but they had no idea what she had endured. They only saw the lavish gifts and clothes that Lord Loc had bestowed upon her, not the bruises and scars that he had inflicted on her. They only heard the sweet words and promises that he had whispered to her, not the insults and threats that he had spat at her.Even from close range, they still could not see beyond the make
Damon had been looking forward to seeing Alicia even before he returned from the war. He knew the time for the prophecy to be gilfilled was edging closer, and he wanted to spend one more time with her before her mate came for her.It was the third day since they returned, uet he had not set eyes on her. At first, he thought she wanted the time alone to herself, to be confined to the comfort of her bed, as she would always say, but then, he became worried when he noticed that none of the maids had taken fruits to her, which she preferred having every evening. Curious, he got some of her favorite fruits and went to her room to check on her, hoping that he would find her there. But when he got there, the place was empty, devoid of any human activity for the past days. The bed was neatly made, the closet was half-empty, and there was no sign of her presence. He felt a pang of worry in his chest. Where was she? Has something happened to her?Confused, he walked out, as he looked for someon
PreviouslyJulie, who was being tied to a tree in the woods and watched over by two guards, began to think of a means to escape from them. She couldn't afford the thought of Alicia seeing her. She looked at the guards briefly, as she thought of a way to outfox them.She came up with a plan. Immediately , she pretended to be in so much pain. "Please help me," she said to the swordsmen.One tried to attend to her, but the other quickly stopped him. "She's our prisoner," he reminded him."You don't have to remind me," the other cut him short, not impressed with him. "But she's in so much pain, can't you see? We must help her.""My legs and hands hurt so much," she continued writhing in pain, trying to draw their sympathy."She's lying," the other said, not impressed with her."No! We must help her," the other responded."She's dangerous."Ignoring his partner's caution, he bent over to her, took the chains off her hands and legs. "Five minutes, and you shall be back on
Worried that he was losing them, Lord Zack dragged Ariana by the chains that bound her wrists and ankles, ignoring her cries of pain and defiance. He stopped at the edge of the forest, where he thought Frederick and Thomas were hiding. He raised his voice and shouted, "I know you can hear me, Frederick. I know you are hiding in there. I am only going to give you one chance to save your sister or she'll be dead!""You will do no such thing," Ariana whispered to him, struggling to free herself from his firm grip."You must mistake me for a weakling," he said, tightening his grip on her. "You have just five minutes to come out from your hiding, you and your friend," he shouted again."Do not listen to him!," she shouted. "Run, don't worry about me. Death is but a necessary sacrifice I must make.”"Shut up!," he tried to force her to keep quiet, but she bit his hand, drawing blood. He slapped her hard, making her fall to the ground. He kicked her in the ribs, making her gasp for air.“Run