July 20, 2022. Hello. Will slow down on the updates for the rest of July. Will do MAB on August, updates will be 2 chapters a day for 25 days. Prepping for that. Kindly be patient with me. Thank you. :)
Recently, there’s something else happening to him. Whenever he meets her for lunch, she would greet him with a smile and his heart would react by speeding up. It only lasts for a moment, but it was enough for him to notice. He tried not to be affected.Sab tilted her head while squinting at him, “You look tired.”“Do I?” He raised an eyebrow.“Too much work?”“Yeah. If you agree to teach a class, I would be able to rest more.” He took the opportunity to recruit her again, wiggling his eyebrows at her. They’ve gotten this much comfortable with each other.She can only roll her eyes at him, “I’m not yet ready for that.”“Come on, there’ll be a two-month training before you actually start teaching classes. You can ignore most of the requirements and do it your own way. Look at Ice, he never took it seriously. He just teaches whatever he wants regarding the subject.”She grunted as she took out her lunchbox. Though their house is near and she can technically go home to have a meal, she’s
Sab’s breathing turned uneven and she’s having a hard time swallowing. Her whole body felt cold when the woman spoke those words. She smirked, though. The rude woman missed her chance. She should’ve attacked during those first few seconds. Even Sab was surprised by how fast she adjusted her thoughts. Focus on the opponent, ignore her words. The woman was clearly hoping for something else and didn’t think she would immediately attack without hesitation. Her words were cut off as they made impact. She was not easy to defeat, but it wasn’t difficult either. They exchanged blows for some minutes. Sab was feeling irritated, so she was convinced she should take her down quickly. She didn’t let her impatience get the better of her, though. Ten minutes later, she has her pinned down on the ground and unable to move. “Admit defeat.” Sab instructed as she tightened her hold around the woman’s neck. She began coughing, but struggled still before admitting her loss. Sab smirked again before rel
When her birthday arrived, she was feeling a little nervous. She scolded herself for anticipating Clyde’s attendance to it. What does it matter if he comes or not? Get a grip, Sab.Ice came early, as usual. He helped them setup a couple of tables and some chairs on the terrace. He also helped preparing the food. His younger brother showed up earlier than the agreed time, too.“You’re early.” Sab commented when she let him in.He grinned at her, “Thought I should help out. Anything I can help with?”He looked around and quickly spotted his twin.“Huh, come and chop some vegetables.” Ice ordered him.“There’s no need. I can do that.” Her mother insisted, not wanting to bother any of her daughter’s guests. She’s used to doing everything in the kitchen.“Auntie, let us help. We’re not strangers. You don’t have to treat us as guests. We’re Sab’s friends.” Clyde went and quickly took the knife Ice was offering.Sab looked on with amusement, but she’s also embarrassed. They’re quite persiste
Ice slowly breathed out from afar. He saw them. This time, he has become surer of his suspicions about his brother. His lip twitched. He might as well test it out by teasing him.Sab tried not to think too much of what happened. It’s definitely not intentional. It just happened. He needed to put the bracelet on her so they got too close. But she pursed her lips. He could have simply handed her the bracelet, though. There’s no need to personally put it on her. What? Is he just making sure she actually wears it? Was he doubtful she would? And what does it even matter if she wears it or not? Ugh. She doesn’t want to put any meaning to his actions. He’s a friend. They’re friends. That’s all there is to it. Stop overthinking it, Sab. Don’t get your hopes up. Don’t even dare.As for Clyde, he began to be wary of his brother’s stares. Why does he keep looking at him? It’s getting on his nerves, but he chose to ignore him. He’s not saying anything when he asks what he’s on about. He could gue
Sab awkwardly stared at the two of them before chuckling. “It’s just something I didn’t expect he’ll do, but sure… he can do it just like everyone else. It makes him relatable, no?”Ice grunted with a roll of his eyes. By now, Clyde could tell he’s targeting him. His lip twitched.In the afternoon, it was her turn and she groaned in disbelief when she picked Ice.“Nooooo… why is it you?” She grumbled as Ice sauntered with a grin.“What? Don’t you want to know how much disparity still exist between us?” He copied his brother’s statement with a straight face.Sab stared for a moment before bursting into laughter. She glanced at Clyde, who clearly looked annoyed. She thought wrong, though. He’s annoyed for a completely different reason. Why must they be so friendly to each other? He wants her to be closer to him than his brother.“You’re my m
Ice coughed, “Don’t mind him.”He didn’t bother to explain. He could tell what Clyde was thinking. The man was also hoping for a hug and a kiss but got nothing. Serves him right. What does he want it for?Sab couldn’t help but feel bothered, though. He was smiling at her, but then his expression changed while they’re talking. It was as if it’s her fault or something.What did she do? Or was it something else? What could make him unhappy on his birthday? She sighed as her thoughts took a turn.Is it about his mate? Another year has gone without him finding her? Sometimes she couldn’t help but also wonder who his second chance mate would be. That would be a sad time for her. Could she watch him get together with someone else? Her mood turned sour, just like his. During the meal, Ice would alternately look at each of them. These kids… why must he be the elder? He decided to confront his twin later.When all the guests have left, Ice followed Clyde into his room.Clyde raised an eyebrow,
Sab couldn’t help but feel bothered. It’s really not because of that. Okay, maybe a tiny bit, but for the most part… who is she to introduce women to him? No doubt he would avoid her if she does. Their friendship would be over.Actually, something similar happened to her and Rona. Her friend introduced just one guy to her and she wasn’t pleased. Not one bit. She told Rona how she felt about it and the woman tried to justify herself. All Sab wants is for her to be respected. Can’t she respect that she doesn’t want men to be introduced to her? Their friendship became strained because of that. Amaya sided with Sab. It took Rona a long while to accept she was wrong. They reconciled but it was never the same between them.Her lip twitched. Just looking at these girls, she can already tell what they’re approaching her for.She sighed after they stated their business.“I’ve said this before and I’ll sa
Clyde almost cursed when Ice suddenly appeared in front of him. He didn’t feel his presence so he was startled. He can clearly see that his twin’s expression isn’t good.“It’s been a while, isn’t it?” Ice began.He narrowed his eyes and it took him a moment to realize this must be about Sab.“What now?”“You haven’t changed the way you interact with her. In fact, I would say you’ve gotten a bit closer in the last few months. What’s that about? You’ve forgotten what I’ve said last time? It’s clear to me you haven’t made a decision yet and you thought that’s fine? You’re misleading not just her, but everyone else. Don’t think people are blind, Clyde.”He slowly took a deep breath and gritted his teeth.“And don’t give me that shit about how she’s not noticing anything. No, Clyde. She chose to do that because of what happened in the past. You can bet your ass if you confess to her now, she wouldn’t believe it and you would have a hard time convincing her that you do like her. So, stop. I
Once they confirmed the date, the preparations for the ceremony began. It’s not much, given how it would coincide with the year-end celebration. Sab tried to familiarize herself with most of the people in the pack. It wasn’t very difficult. She’s familiar with everyone who uses the training grounds, not to mention the elders, women and children she interacts with as her main responsibility. She’s bad at remembering names, though. She hoped they won’t hold it against her. She would still try, of course. More people have graduated from their training programs. This translates to a higher fighting power and better security. Hopefully, that is. Clyde remained attentive to trainings and classes, analyzing the needs and potential of new batches of trainees. All seemed to be going well and the activities have been normalized again. A couple of weeks before the ceremony, Clyde remembered something which worried him before. He deliberated before bringing it up in a conversation and asking h
The next day, they were visited by Alpha Xavier and his men. There was a bit of a commotion when they realized Isabel has been injured. It’s a good thing Lucas has been by her side since the incident and has given her the best treatment for her wounds and injuries. Isabel helplessly tried to calm her father. “It was my fault. I wasn’t supposed to fight but I still went. I didn’t know about all their rules yet.” She tried to explain. “You’ve been here for months and you don’t know all the rules yet? There can’t be too many!” “I’ve been with Lucas most of the time. I was supposed to assist him but I was itching to fight.” She dared not say that Lucas didn’t bother telling her because he really thought she won’t be battling anyone during an attack. His role is to tend to the injured and he expected her to assist him, given how he somehow educated her about his job since she began staying with him. It was really her fault for joining the fray. Her father would probably be livid if he l
It was almost dawn when Sab sat with the others for a pack meeting, attended by the alpha’s family, the ranked members and the elders. “What was their intention?” An elder asked and everyone turned to look at the alpha. His expression isn’t good. It seemed like a serious matter. Sab noticed how his gaze was fixed at a certain point on the table and she turned to look at their Luna. She assumed they’re communicating at the moment. “Have you been informed already?” She used her link with Clyde and she saw him minutely shaking his head. “Not yet. This will be the first time I’ll hear of it. I wasn’t there when they interrogate those people. The Beta led that mission.” “I see.” Sab waited with the others. The silence was welcomed by everyone. After about ten minutes, Conrad finally spoke. “They spoke of vampires. They heard Snow Mountain is home to several. Obviously, their information is inaccurate. They believe we’re a threat.” “Do I count as a vampire?” Alice asked out of pure c
Clyde tried to be rational about it. It’s true that she has trained for years for this particular purpose. He just didn’t realize until that moment how worried he would be of the possibilities. He’s simply afraid that she would get hurt. Looking back, he did think his mate would be someone who can fight alongside him. And Sab can, but he’s still not assured that she would be relatively safe. At the end of it, he realized it all stems from the fact that he wouldn’t be able to accept it if he loses her.When his father saw him, he was immediately reminded to focus and to worry less.“Have you ever felt afraid of losing mom?” He can’t help but ask through the link and he was floored by the response.“Every day, but you live with it as normally as you can. Don’t let it distract you. You have to trust your mate. She’s not ordinary. She’s your equal. Trust that she can protect herself as well as others.”Clyde grunted and talked aloud this time, “So, what’s going on?”“Rogues, apparently. B
Sab was surprised one time when she saw Isabel on the training grounds.“What is she doing here?” She asked Hana before they started their training.“Do you know her? She introduced herself as Lucas’ mate. She’d been here since the alphas’ conference. Apparently, she stayed at his place and remained at his side every day. Lucas went out to visit the city so she came out.”She was understandably surprised to know about it. “Really? She’d been here all along?”“Yeah. She seems like a chatty one. Look at your mate’s face.” Hana chuckled and Sab quickly found Clyde. He seemed to have just arrived in the grounds and he’s already frowning at Isabel’s direction. He felt his mate’s eyes on him and turned to look at her.“Did you know she’d been here for months?” She asked through the link.“Dad might have mentioned it. I’ve forgotten about it.”“What are you going to do?”Clyde grunted. “Would you mind taking her in? Let her join your team.”“No. My team would feel intimidated. She’s an alpha
They haven’t really made an announcement. News of their mating slowly spread by word of mouth. Clyde and Sab would randomly be congratulated by others in the span of almost two months. One time, as they’re having dinner with the pack’s Alpha and Luna, his father asked him if he’s ready to take over. He has now fulfilled all the requirements. Sab quietly glanced at him and he carefully contemplated. These last few months with Sab, he hasn’t really given that matter much thought. Alice spoke up before the conversation turns serious. “Sab would need some time to prepare, too. You can let her join the meetings from now on, so she’s aware of what’s going on within the pack and other important matters outside our territory. How about we give you six months? Afterwards, we will hold the ceremony of conferring the titles to the two of you, as the new Alpha and Luna of Snow Mountain. I think it would be a lovely celebration.” The elder couple gave them time to think about it. “What do you t
“So… you know now that I was telling the truth? You… you’re feeling the bond now?” Sab would be surprised if that’s what he’s saying. He nodded, “Yes.” There was a moment of silence as her eyes widened and she thought of the situation. “Then… why are you… why do you keep your distance from me?” That is what’s puzzling her. Clyde sighed and held her hand. “I’m just feeling guilty. This seems different than before because I knew with absolute certainty that I truly wronged you. I know you’ve forgiven me and you’ve given me a chance… What I’m struggling with is forgiving myself and overcoming that feeling of guilt. I know what I should do, but I still feel bothered.” It was then that Sab realized what was different. The banter. He doesn’t tease her to annoy her, which he did before. As she looked at him, she knew she would be unable to understand what he’s going through. “But… you still want me, right?” That’s all she wanted to confirm. “Yes, of course I do. Always, Sab.” He cuppe
Although Clyde kept her company, she could feel a certain distance from him. He didn’t leave her to attend the conference. Too bad they didn’t witness the other amusing event which happened on the third day.During the morning break, Lucas showed up and Isabel gasped when he turned to look at her. This the girl Clyde previously considered to be his mate.“Mate! Mate, mate, mate!” With wide eyes, she leaped over and quickly pounced on him. She was excited, especially upon seeing how attractive he is. He looked very mature and dependable.Those around them were surprised, especially her father. Xavier squinted at the man. Who is he? How come he showed up only today? Why wasn’t her daughter alerted of his presence sooner? He heard someone sigh near him and looked over.“Do you know him?” He asked Conrad who wore a somewhat worried expression.“Lucas. He’s our pack doctor, the only one in Snow Mountain. Although he has a few apprentices and he teaches classes on first aid and medication.”
Sab braced herself but what she expected to happen didn’t come. After recovering from the intense pleasure, she felt dejected. Clyde immediately noticed the way she turned her head away, the absence of her smile, and the sadness in her eyes.It was a reaction he least expected after their mating. He became worried.“What’s wrong? Are you hurt? Was I too rough? Was it bad?” He couldn’t be sure which one it was.Sab shook her head and glanced at him. She tried to smile, “It was nothing.”She wanted to curse herself. Just as she replied, tears came to her eyes for whatever reason. Even she doesn’t know why. Why is she freaking crying?“This isn’t nothing. Sab, tell me.” He carefully wiped her tears away and she forced herself to admit her fear.“You… you didn’t mark me.” Her voice was so low and she couldn’t look at him straight.Clyde audibly exhaled. Oh. So, it’s just this. For a second there, he really thought he did badly. When his brain processed her words, he felt elated and chuckl