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*Riella's Abode*
Riella drag her feet on the floor as she walk into the house, Casey come out just right in time.
" You're back? " Casey asked but noticed the look on Riella's face. " Did he chase you out? Why are you looking so dull?? " She asked once again.
Riella landed her butt on the nearest couch, " No, he didn't chase me out and I doubt if he knows I came to his house, " Riella finally replied.
" What do you mean? Didn't you show yourself to him? " Casey asked out of curiosity and took a seat close to her.
She was more eager than a gossip.
" Yes, I was too guilty to do that. I made him like that, " Riella mumbled and her face dropped.
" Its normal to feel that way but he's your mate after all, you should be there with him always, " Casey consoled
" You wouldn't believe where he is now, " Riella suddenly said and that made Casey even more eager.
" Where? "
" At the hospital," She answered while Casey gasped
" Hospital?! What the fuck happened!" Casey exclaimed.
" Long story but let me cut it short, he was shot with a poisonous bullet, I feel bad for him," Riella said while Casey widen her eyes.
" Wait, what the fuck did you come back home for? " Casey suddenly throw a question at her.
'" I came to-"
" Fuck! You came home to do nothing, babe! You should have followed him to the hospital! " Casey cut her off with a scream as she jumped up from her seat.
Riella shrug her shoulders" His sister already followed him so what's my use? " She said " Whereas he would never want to see my face, " She mumbled this last part to herself but thanks to Casey long ears, she heard it.
" Babes! He needs you now! This is the time you prove your worth, you should go, no...We will go and its now. "
" We ? Now! " Riella screamed and shook her head, " That would make me look desperate and foolish! I bluntly rejected this man, " Riella coaxed and went inside, she shut the door.
" Riella! Let's talk this through, " Casey called but got no response. " Who does she take her stubbornness from? It must be her mom."
** Few minutes later**
" Casey, you know I'm out of my mind right? I can't believe we are actually here! " Riella said as she and Casey stood at the front of the gigantic hospital for the GOLDENROD pack.
" No! You're just checking on your mate, that's not bad. " Casey told her with a weird giggle.
" I think we should go back, I can't go in,,,"
" No no no no! You're already here so no turning back! " Casey cut her off then pull her in before she could say anything.
They got to the reception, " We are here to see Mr. Nathan, what ward is he in? " Casey asked the beautiful lady at the reception.
" The VIP ward 10, upstairs. " The lady replied and without hesitating, Casey already took the stairs that led to the room.
Riella followed gently.
" I think it's here! " Casey said when they came across a door with the name boldly written on the plate on wall,'Nathan'
" It really is, " Riella muttered then they heard voices from inside.
" It is not like that, I just don't want her in our family. Don't worry, Nathan listens to me and I'm sure he will listen if I tell him to look for another mate, "
" Uncle! " they heard a lady yelled " She's your soon to be in law, respect her." She added
" No, "
" I don't need you to accept her, She's my mate. No one! No creature can change that fact, not even you Mr Sean, " When Riella heard that, her heart begin to aches.
Though they couldn't detect who and who was arguing but they both know it was because of Riella.
" I- can't face him, " She said and felt her heart burning. She shook her head and look at Casey who was also down cast by what she heard.
Then they heard a footsteps coming and before the door open, Riella ran off immediately.
" Riella- " She tried to call her back but she was already out of sight. Just then the door knob twisted open, a man in his mid-sixties came out.
He looked at Casey from head to toes, " You don't belong to this pack, you scent differently. Who are you? " He asked with a stern look.
" Er...I'm from the SILVER MOON pack,,,"
" Silver what? Why am I meeting bad lucks this very day? Excuse me, " He cut her off rudely then walk away.
Casey felt like smashing his face but that's not what she came for, she twisted the door open and walked in.
Noelle was the first to notice her presence as her scent hit her nose, though Nathan noticed too but didn't bother looking up.
" Hi! " She waved while Noelle try to recall where she has seen her before.
" You're...Riella's friend, right ? " She asked as she recognize her face. Maybe Riella name mentioned name made Nathan glance at Casey then look away.
"Yes, Casey Norman, " She replied and brought her hand forward for an handshake which Noelle accepted warmly.
" Noelle." She said " What brings you here and why is Riella not with you? " She added asking.
" I just drop by to drop these stuff, Riella sent them. " Casey said and once again Nathan glance at her hand.
" Drop it on the desk and leave." He muttered rudely then adjusted himself on the bed and close his eyes.
Casey somehow fear the look on Nathan's face, she gently dropped the stuff she brought.
" Thank you, " Noelle mounted to her and with that Casey walked out
" Phew! What a cold aura! " She exclaimed as soon as she got out.
" Where the fuck did Riella run to now? "..
**Later at night**
" Go home Noelle. It's past nine already, " Nathan said to Noelle coldly.
" No, I'm staying with you. You're still ill-"
" I'm fucking fine! " He cut her off with a yell , Noelle flinched back out of fear.
" Nathan, " She slowly called, worried and scared he might run wild.
" Go, I want to be left alone. "With that cold voice, Noelle relented and gently took her bag, she walked out.
Then he slowly came down from his comfort- no, the bed seemed difficult to him.
He sat down on a chair close to the window and stare at the space, the stars made him smile.
Then he suddenly turn around and screen the whole room with his wolf grey eyes, he breathed out, " It is better you come out of your hiding, I can perceive your scent, Riella Edmonds. "
8'Shit! He saw me, He has a very sharp nose...That's dumb! He will know my scent , I'm his mate anyways,' Riella mentally told herself feeling embarrassed.Nathan rolled his eyes and folded his arm across his chest, " I don't find hide and seek fun so get the hell out of there, " He said and Riella came out of her hiding. She couldn't dare look up unless she has a death wish. " Er..I..." She stammer as she begin to scratch her neck nervously." What brings you, Riella Edmond of the SilverMoon here ? I didn't send an invite did I? " Nathan blurted out, he has a mixed expression, He is angry to see her but at the same time he's happy she came.Somehow her present ease his heavy heart, " I asked you a question, " Nathan added when Riella seems to be lost in thoughts.' Why is he talking to me in that manner? Shouldn't he atleast respect me? ' She told herself clenching on her fist.'You were the one that rejected him, our mate." Her other half [ wolf side] Ivy replied and her face drop
9**Stefan's House** Stefan walked into his own mansion, he opened the door only to find his friends in. Partying, fucking bitches and smoking blunts." What the fuck is happening here! " He yelled calling to their attention but the music was too loud that they didn't hear.He went over to the speaker and turn it off, they all halted what they're doing ." What the hell,,, Oh, fuck, Stefan you're here already? " One of his friends Joey said pulling up his trouser. Stefan glare at all of them then stare at the ladies dressed in bikini." Get out, " He told them more in a commanding tone. They didn't hesitate to pack whatever belongs to them and rushed out. He made sure he can't perceive their scent before glancing back at his three friends , " What did y'all do that for? What if i was coming home with an elder of the pack? " He asked angrily while his friends look away. He's a man with a bad temper." We are sorry Stefan, we only wanted to help celebrate your upcoming victory, " Finn
episode 10" Come on Nathan, she only came to say hi and you're acting so cold to her, bro! " Noelle screamed more in a scolding tone, Nathan cared less as he looked away, Noelle shook her head and look at Riella who's face was down.She finally looked up, " Fine. I will go but I will like to have a word with him before I take my leave and never show up, " She said then stare at Nathan deeply." Uncle let's go, " Noelle understand the logic and told her uncle." But..." Before her uncle could say a word, Noelle pulled him out." Why did you drag me out like that? " Her uncle questioned as soon as they got outside closing the door behind. " Don't you know what's about go happen? " Noelle asked with a smile while Mr. Sean rolled his eyes." What's about to happen? I still still feel good about that girl, " He mumbled while Noelle shook her head." There's nothing you can do to that Uncle Sean, Nathan already told you whom he chose to be with, and that's his rightful mate. That's fi
11**The pack's meeting hall**" Where is your brother, Noelle? He has to be resent for this meeting for it is urgent . " Elder Marcus said to Noelle who has been looking scared after heard about the meeting taking place." Please talk, Noelle" another elder chip , probably getting pissed off by the silence Noelle rub her sweaty palms together, " He's not feeling too well, " She finally said and lots of murmuring erupt amidst the elders." Why do you mean he's not too well? " Elder Kai asked as he couldn't help but ask, all of them turn their eyes to Noelle waiting for an answer." He can't come because he's a weak leader, " Stefan said coming from behind, the elders turn to face him , Noelle glare at him while he had a dangerous smirk on." What do you mean by that, Stefan? " A elder asked and Stefan walked to their front boastfully and sat on the chair meant for only Nathan." It's wrong to seat on that chair without the owner's permission! Get up! " Noelle yelled from her seat whil
12*Back to Hospital*" What! What the fuck did you say? " Nathan yelled while Noelle play with her fingers. " I made a bet with the elders to let me go and take a look at the border and of i did not succeed, Stefan can ascend the the throne in your stead, " Noelle mumbled and Nathan almost went crazy." You shouldn't have fucking do that! What if you fail huh?"" Nathan! Don't say that! You should be praying I succeed and not cursing me. " Noelle pouted while Nathan rolled his eyes." There's no way am going to allow you go! Stefan might plan something dangerous for you in order to take the seat. " Nathan muttered while Noelle shook her head." No, I will go and I will make sure you're back at your seat. " Noelle coaxed with a determined mind." Noelle,,"" I'm blushing so hard because I'm making you worry about me, " She mumbled trying to cut off what Nathan wanted to say. " I'm a strong wolf, remember? I won a fight against a cougar last moon, " Noelle reminded and raise up her sh
13Riella tried to move from h his grip but he was stronger than him, she had no other option but to stay on his chest, " Nathan..." She called " Don't leave me, stay by my side forever. " He said once again, Riella heart beats fasts that Nathan could feel it." Why is your cheat beating so fast? Do you hate me that much? " He asked " Er...I -"" Don't worry, this is just a dream after all, you will disappear into thin air by morrow, " He mumbled then slowly fell back asleep. " Yeah, this is all a dream. " Riella replied then pull away slowly from his chest and sat at the edge if the bed , "He's suffering and having nightmares because of me, oh! Riella what have you done! " She blamed and slap her forehead.she got lost staring at his lips. " He's got the cutest lips ever, " She found her self crushing and couldn't help but say it out. Then she shook her head, " What the fuck is wrong with me! " She snapped biting her lower lips, she yawn" I'm fucking sleepy, I should go to m
14" Yeah! Have gotten my cabbage, carrot and mayonnaise...oh, where the hell is the egg?? " Riella lamented using her eyes to search if she could find egg." How will my salad taste without the eggs! This is so fucked up, " She pouted and just then a maid walked in." Are searching for something? " She asked and Riella turn to her." Oh, yeah where are the eggs? I can't seem to find them, " Riella asked and the lady mouthed an 'o'" It's in the other room, should I go and get it for you? " The lady asked " Let's go together, I bet the cooking oil is there also? Have been searching for that now too,"The lady nod, " Yes it is. " " Let's go quick I already place the pot on fire, " Riella said and the lady took the lead.Then, they got to the room. It was filled with crate of eggs and kegs filled with cooking oil. ' Is this a store or something? ' Riella wondered. " You must be wondering why it is so filled with crate of egg and oil? " The lady said and it was as if she read her min
15Riella angrily dashed into her room and the first thing she went to was her bags, " I'm going to leave this damn house! I should have listened to Casey before coming here, " She mumbled and started packing up her clothes." If ungrateful people were to receive award it should be that guy called Nathan! " She hissed loudly then her phone blare from her pocket. She pulled it out and Noelle name displayed on the screen, she went ahead to pick it up, "I'm glad you finally called me, I can't do this with your brother. He's the most ungrateful wolf in this land! " Riella blurted out not even giving Noelle chance for pleasantries.Noelle breathe out, " I knew this was going to happen, please Riella you have to say with him , I'm afraid he might go gaga if you leave him by himself, please, " Noelle pleaded calmly but Riella's mind already made up to leave the house.'' I'm so sorry, Noelle that I have to disappoint you, I can't endure your brother character any longer, " Riella said and w
Chapter 58 The plot Riella stood still, frozen in place, as Stefan's grip on her hand tightened. She could feel his anger radiating from him, and she was afraid. Afraid of what he might do, afraid of what he might say. She tried to pull away from him, but his grip was too strong. As Stefan strode off into the distance, Riella heaved a deep sigh of relief. Her heart felt as though it had stopped beating for a moment there. She couldn't believe how close she had come to danger. Her eyes filled with tears as she realized how vulnerable she truly was. She quickly made her way to her chambers, shutting the door behind her with a loud thud. She leaned against it, trying to catch her breath. Her mind was racing with thoughts of what had just happened, and she couldn't shake the feeling of fear that had settled in her stomach. As she closed her eyes, she tried to calm herself down. She took deep breaths, willing herself to relax. She knew that she couldn't let Stefan's actions control her
Chapter 57The full moon anniversary The pack soldiers stood tall and proud, their uniforms neatly pressed and their weapons gleaming in the early morning light. They listened intently as their head pack soldier, a seasoned warrior with a grizzled beard, held up a book and read from it with a deep, authoritative voice. The words echoed through the courtyard, sending a shiver down the spines of the gathered soldiers. For them, the full moon anniversary was a sacred event, a time when the pack came together to celebrate their heritage and honor their ancestors. As the head pack soldier finished reading, there was a hushed silence. Then, slowly, the soldiers began to stir, nodding to each other and exchanging excited whispers. They knew that the coming celebration would be a time of great joy and camaraderie, a chance to forget the troubles of the world and revel in the strength of their pack. The soldiers turned and filed out of the courtyard, their boots clanging on the stone walkwa
Chapter 56 The zephyr plant The court physician carefully picked up a small bunch of the zephyr plant, its delicate green leaves trembling in his hand. He placed it into the mortar and began grinding it with the pestle, the scent of the plant filling the air with a refreshing aroma. With a few deft movements, he created a fine powder from the plant, which he then mixed with a little water. He approached Riella, who lay on the bed, her eyes closed and her breathing shallow. With a gentle touch, he opened her mouth and poured a small amount of the mixture into it. Riella stirred slightly, and the physician gave her a reassuring smile. "Rest now, my lady," he said softly. "The zephyr plant will help to purify your body and restore your strength." He then turned to Nathan, who was standing anxiously by the bedside. "We will need to keep her here for a few days to ensure she makes a full recovery," he said. "But she is in good hands, and we will do everything we can to make sure she i
Chapter 55 Victory call Stefan's eyes glared at the ground, his grip tightening on his sword. He could hear the sounds of the pack soldiers celebrating their victory over the Raven, and he seethed with anger. It radiated in his face, causing his features to contort in frustration. The pack had succeeded where he had failed. He couldn't help but feel a sense of bitterness and resentment towards them, even as he knew that it was irrational. After all, they were on the same side. But the anger and frustration continued to simmer within him, and he struggled to keep it under control. He knew he had to let go of his feelings of inadequacy. It was a battle he fought within himself, trying to reconcile his emotions As Alpha Nathan lead Noelle to her Chambers, a sense of pride and accomplishment radiated from him. His posture was tall and his steps confident as the pack soldiers cheered for their success against the Raven. Nathan couldn't help but smile at Noelle as they entered her Cham
Chapter 54The fall of the Raven. Noelle was in a state of panic as she searched frantically for her sword. She knew she needed to defend herself and her people from the Raven, but her sword was nowhere to be found. Her hands shook as she rifled through her belongings, throwing items aside in desperation. Nathan rushed into her chambers, sensing her distress. "What's wrong?" he asked urgently. "The Raven is here," Noelle replied, her voice trembling. "I need my sword, but I can't find it." Nathan quickly assessed the situation and pulled out his own sword. "Take mine," he said, thrusting it into her hands. "I'll find another weapon." Noelle nodded gratefully, gripping the sword tightly. She hurried out of her chambers, heading towards the courtyard where the Raven was approaching. Nathan followed closely behind, scanning the area for any other weapons he could use. As they emerged into the courtyard, Noelle could feel her heart racing. The Raven was a formidable foe, with its ma
Chapter 53 A defeat. Noelle heaved, with a deep breath, she straightened her posture and prepared to meet the sage. They made their way to the sage's chamber, their footsteps echoing loudly in the silent halls. As they approached the door, Noelle's heart pounded in her chest. Nathan reached for the door handle, but before he could turn it, the door creaked open on its own. Noelle's breath caught in her throat as she saw the sage standing before her, his eyes locked onto hers. He was an old man, with a long white beard and a solemn expression. "You have finally come," he said in a deep, raspy voice. "I have been waiting for you." The sage said amidst smiles. The sage stood before Noelle, his presence commanding and powerful. Noelle couldn't bring herself to look directly at him, her body shaking with fear and uncertainty. She stumbled backwards, her legs weak and unsteady. Nathan quickly stepped forward, catching her before she fell. "Are you alright?" he asked, his voice full of
Chapter 52 The visit. She walked briskly to her study, determined to find a solution. As she sat at her desk, she rifled through books and scrolls, searching for any mention of portals and how to close them. She read for hours, her eyes growing heavy, until she finally stumbled upon a passage that caught her attention. “...to close a portal, one must find the key that opened it and use it to seal it shut.” Nathan walked straight to his study room, a sense of urgency in his steps. The guards, always alert, followed closely behind. As he entered the room, he quickly made his way to his desk, ignoring the piles of papers and books scattered on its surface. He held a book tightly, its pages worn and its cover tattered. He had been studying it for weeks, searching for answers to the strange occurrences that had been happening in their kingdom. With a deep sigh, Nathan dusted off the chair and sat down, his eyes scanning the pages of the book. He was deep in concentration, oblivious to
Chapter 51The mysteryNathan's hand ran across the rows of ancient-looking books on the shelf, his eyes scanning the titles and spines for any sign of relevance. As he reached the end of the shelf, he spotted a thick leather-bound book with a strange symbol embossed on the cover. His hand trembled slightly as he reached for it, feeling the weight and texture of the cover in his palm.He turned to the sage who had been observing him silently, perched on his seat with his glasses adjusted on his nose. "Is this the one?" Nathan asked, holding up the book for the sage to see.The sage nodded slowly, "Yes, that is the one. But be warned, my lord, the knowledge within is not to be taken lightly."Nathan swallowed hard and opened the book, revealing pages and pages of intricate symbols and ancient texts. His eyes darted back and forth, trying to make sense of the words and phrases that seemed to swim before him.As he read through, the sage watched with a furrowed brow, occasionally offerin
Chapter 50The dark RavenNoelle's mind was racing as she tried to think of a way to keep the spell book hidden from everyone. She had always been fascinated by magic, and when she found the ancient spell book, she couldn't resist trying out one of the spells. But now she realized the grave mistake she had made.As she sat at her desk, she interwined her fingers and closed her eyes, recalling the sage's words, "in it, is evil." She couldn't shake off the feeling of dread that filled her, knowing that she had meddled with something she didn't fully understand. She had to keep the book safe and hidden, even if it meant keeping it away from herself.Noelle took a deep breath and stood up from her desk, determined to put the spell book in a safe place. She grabbed her backpack and carefully placed the book inside, making sure no one could see it. She then slipped the backpack over her shoulder and made her way out of her room.As she walked down the hallway, she made sure to keep her guar