Previously“Frederick! Stop!,” Ariana had said to him, as she struggled to keep pace with him.“Do not try to stop me, Ariana!,” he warned her, furious. “Go back! I must make him pay for betraying me, for betraying us.”“I will come with you,” she said, seeing that she could not get him to change his mind.“Don't!,” he snapped.“Try to stop me,” she said, as she moved ahead of him.“Fine!,” he said, catching up with her.They met him just as he was walking out of his room.“Hey, guys,” he said to them, smiling. “I wasn't expecting you.”Frederick and Ariana stood face to face with Judah, a storm brewing within them. Frederick's normally calm and composed demeanor flickered with furious intensity as he approached Judah, every step resonating with his burning anger. His eyes blazed with a seething fire, his nostrils flaring with each breath. His hands balled into fists, trembling with the desire to unleash his wrath upon the betrayer before him.Ariana, on the other hand
Thomas had stood near Judah's body, confused, wondering what to do. He had killed him in self-defense, but he knew no one would believe him. He couldn't afford to be caught.He waited until it was midnight before perfecting his acts. He had dragged the body deeper into the forest, away from any trails or roads. He then proceeded to dig a hole in the ground, big enough to fit Judah's corpse. He had wrapped him in his own coat, as a sign of respect. He then muttered a silent prayer, asking for forgiveness and peace.“I'm sorry, mate. I swear, I didn't mean for any of these to happen. I swear on your grave that I will make sure Lord Zack pays for every evil he has committed; I will protect Ariana and Frederick from his wrath,” he said.He covered him with dirt and leaves, and marked the spot with a small cross made of twigs.He made sure no one saw him. He had used his enhanced senses to scan the area for any signs of life. He had avoided any lights or sounds that could attract attention
The air was thick with tension as Lord Zack stormed into the dark and damp cell where Frederick and Ariana were being kept. He glared at them with fury in his eyes, his fangs bared and his claws ready to strike."You dare defy my order!," he barked at them, angry. "You bear my blood in those veins, and you will obey me!"Frederick looked at Ariana, who looked as amused as he was. Chuckling for a moment, he looked straight into Lord Zack's eyes, unafraid. He stood up and faced him, his posture defiant. "Ariana and I muust really be unlucky to have your blood. You kust have been sold a lie ny thinking we connsider it an honor. You are not our father, you are a monster," he said to him. "You used to have our respect, but you have lost it. You have betrayed our pack, our family. You may have us locked up here, but you cannot break us. We are determined to spill your blood. I don't fucking care if I have to give up my life for that."Lord Zack snarled and nearly lunged at him, but Ariana i
Lee slammed the door behind him as he entered his home, his face twisted in rage. He had just returned from a meeting with Lord Loc, and he was furious that his advice had been ignored. He had tried to warn him about the danger of trusting Hunter.“You would be making a very grave mistake by trusting him, my lord. He is but a stranger, one that leaves us with no trace of his past,” he had said to him, sounding very convincing.Lord Loc had looked at him for long, surprised at his sudden and dramatic disapproval of Hunter, the very person he had, a couple of weeks ago, spoken lavishly about, convincing him that he was worth keeping with the pack.“Why do you hate him? Is there more than you speak?,” he asked Lee, his voice calm.“I do not hate him, my lord. I am only worried that he has so easily warmed his way into your heart. You have chosen to pay more attention to the things he says tonyou than you do mine. I worry that he is a spy, a traitor, or worse, a hunter who seeks preys. I
As Lord Zack made his way to the seers' domain at night, his strides were heavy with worry and confusion. The weight of his troubled heart burdened his every step, for he sought answers to a grievous question that tormented his soul. Why had everyone he held dear suddenly turned against him? Such a thought was a dagger to his heart, and an icy shiver pricked at his spine.Upon entering the seers' chamber, the air was infused with an aura of mysticism, the scent of incense caressing his senses. The room was awash with ethereal light, casting dancing shadows upon the aged stone walls. The seers, draped in mystical robes, greeted him with solemn looks etched upon their faces, their eyes bearing the wisdom of countless ages.“You must have missed your way, Lord Zack,” one of them said to him.“Surely, trouble lurks in your path,” another said.“He must think of us as saviors,” another remarked, looking unimpressed.Lord Zack, beads of perspiration glistening on his brow, approached them w
Thomas crept along the dark corridor, clutching a small metal key in his hand. He had stolen it from the guard's locker room, where he had pretended to be one of them.“I must check on them,” he said to the one who had inquired.He knew the risks of what he was doing, but he had to see Frederick and Ariana. He had to explain himself. He didn't want to keep on running knowing that they considered him as an enemy, as thr alpha's ally.He reached the end of the hall, where a heavy iron door stood. He inserted the key into the lock and turned it slowly, hoping not to make any noise. He pushed the door open and slipped inside, closing it behind him.He was in a large cell, dimly lit by a single bulb. He saw two figures lying on a dirty mattress in the corner. They were chained to the wall, their clothes torn and bloodied. They looked up as he entered, their eyes wide with shock and anger."Thomas?," Frederick spat. "You fucking betrayal! Did he send you to…"“Shii!,” he said, usingone of h
Lord Loc tossed and turned in his sleep, as images of a beautiful lady haunted his dreams. She was standing alone in a garden of roses, her long blonde hair cascading over her shoulders. She wore a white dress that contrasted with the red petals around her. Her blue eyes sparkled like sapphires, and her lips were curved in a gentle smile. She was the most stunning woman he had ever seen, and he felt a strange pull towards her.He found himself walking up to her, as if drawn by a magnet. She looked worried, as if she was expecting someone or something. But as soon as she saw him, her face lit up with joy and relief. She ran towards him and threw her arms around his neck."I have been waiting for you," she said, her voice sweet and melodious."Waiting for me? Who are you?," he asked, confused. He had never met her before, but he felt a connection with her that he couldn't explain."I am Alicia, the one chosen for you," she said, smiling at him. "Come with me," she continued, as she held
Having fully recovered, Fidelis had begun to recount everything that had happened the day Zed and his men attacked. As he thought of what Bobb had accused his father of, he couldn't help but feel a sense of anger. Something in Bobb's eyes had haunted him. Quickly, he got off his bed.“I'll be right back,” he said to Emily, who looked surprised.“You should be resting, Fidelis,” she said to him.Without speaking further to her, he hurried out of the room and made for the alpha's chamber, his mind restless.“Father!,” he said, as soon as he walked in.Lord was in a conversation with some of his friends who had visited him. They all looked stunned at the sound of Fidelis' voice.Fidelis glared at his father, who did not know what to make of his action. “Did you do it?,” he began, his eyes still fixed firmly on him.“Did I do what?,” he asked, surprised.“The one you killed accused you of raping and killing his only sister. Did you do it?.”The other men in the room looked at Fidelis with
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