Some moments earlier…….Dane stood on the edge of the forest, his keen senses alert. He could feel the tension in his muscles, his eyes scanning the horizon for any sign of movement. He could hear the rustling of leaves in the trees, the distant sound of running water, and the soft whistling of the wind. But he could not see them.He had been following them for days, his orders to keep a close watch on Nicklaus and his mates.He could not afford to fail this time around. He had not told Isabelle what was expected of her. He had decided to take on this first before he would tell her about it. He didn't want to get distracted on this mission.Dane took a deep breath and began to move through the trees, his senses on high alert. He could smell the earthy scent of the forest floor, the sweet aroma of wildflowers, and the faint scent of smoke. He followed the trail left by the group, his instincts telling him that they were close.As he moved deeper into the woods, the trees grew thicker a
Claire felt a sudden gust of wind and she was transported to a completely different world. It was a world unlike anything she had ever seen before. The sky was a bright pink color and the clouds looked like cotton candy. The trees were a bright green and they towered over her. Claire was unsure if this was real or if it was just a figment of her imagination.She took a deep breath and smelled the sweet scent of the flowers that surrounded her. The air was crisp and clean, and she felt a sense of calmness that she had never felt before. She closed her eyes and listened to the sound of the birds chirping in the distance.As she opened her eyes, she saw a girl standing in front of her. The girl was about her age and had long, flowing red hair. She was wearing a long white dress and had a smile on her face. Claire felt a sense of familiarity when she saw the girl, but she couldn't quite place where she had seen her before.The girl motioned for Claire to follow her, and Claire did as she
Claire looked at the woman for a long time. She wasn't mistaken. She was the one in the dream but a lot younger than this.Had she traveled back in time? That couldn't be. What about the crystal she talked about?After that first word had managed to come out of her, she realised how dry her throat was. She made a gesture for water and Micheal went to get her a glass of water."Welcome back, Claire," Alexander said, his voice deep and soothing. He came over to her and placed a hand on her back, guiding the water into her throat.He could not beliy Claire was well and alive. He had been so scared of losing her. And seeing her right there in front of well, well and alive, he could hardly get words out of his mouth. "I was so worried about you." That was all he managed to say after all the things he wanted to say.She tried to sit up as she smiled a weak smile at him, but a wave of dizziness washed over her. She grasped the bedcovers tightly, her mind struggling to process everything th
The air in Dane's room was thick with tension as he paced back and forth, his thoughts consumed by his failure. He could feel his heart pounding in his chest and his palms growing slick with sweat. The walls around him seemed to close in, suffocating him.He tried to focus on the task at hand, but his mind kept wandering back to Isabelle. She was the only one who could help him now, but he was afraid of what she might do. Would she be angry? Disappointed? Would she even agree to help him?The room was opulent, a reflection of Dane's status as alpha. The walls were lined with rich tapestries and the floor was made of polished marble. The furniture was ornate, with plush velvet cushions and gilded edges. But despite its grandeur, the room felt stifling to Dane.He glanced out the window, hoping the fresh air would help clear his mind. But what he saw outside only added to his sense of unease. The moon was full and bright, casting an eerie glow over the forest that surrounded his pack's
Isabelle lay in her bed, her mind racing with thoughts and plans. The room was quiet, save for the soft ticking of the clock on the mantle and the occasional rustle of her maid moving about the room. She listened intently, trying to pick up any clues or whispers that might reveal the secrets of Alexander's house.As she lay there, she felt a sense of unease creeping over her. The air was thick with tension and mystery, and she couldn't help but wonder what was going on behind the closed doors of the alpha's house. Her heart raced with excitement and fear, and she knew that whatever was happening, she wanted to be a part of it.Especially if it had to do with Claire.Suddenly, the door creaked open, and Isabelle's maid hurriedly stepped inside. "Ma'am," she whispered urgently, "I have news."Isabelle sat up, her senses sharpening. "What is it?" she demanded."There have been strange goings-on in the Alpha's house," the maid replied, her voice trembling slightly. "I overheard one of t
"Michael, what's wrong?" Claire asked, her voice shaking slightly. "You seem...distant."Michael sighed heavily, his eyes glancing up towards the sky. "It's nothing, Claire," he said softly. "Just...thinking."Claire wasn't convinced. She could feel something gnawing at the back of her mind, something that told her this was more than just "thinking." She took a step closer to Michael, her senses on high alert.Suddenly, she heard a rustling in the bushes behind her. Her heart leapt into her throat as she turned around, her wand at the ready. But there was nothing there. No one."Did you hear that?" she asked Michael, her eyes scanning the garden for any sign of movement.Michael shook his head. "I didn't hear anything," he said. "But then again, my hearing isn't what it used to be."Claire frowned, her mind racing. She could feel the weight of the prophesy pressing down on her, like a heavy stone crushing her spirit. She knew that she was the one who was supposed to save the world fr
Kendrick sat at the head of his lavish dining table, his piercing eyes staring off into the distance. The room was lit by flickering candles that cast eerie shadows on the walls, and the only sound was the soft rustling of fabric as Kendrick shifted in his chair.His plans to reach Claire in another pack through dark magic had failed. His jaw clenched as he recalled the countless hours he had spent pouring over ancient texts, searching for a way to break through the barriers that separated him from his prey. And yet, despite his best efforts, he had been unable to do anything but stare at them both.Who the hell was that man anyway?Frustrated and angry, Kendrick began to wreak havoc in the dining room. He slammed his fists down on the table, sending plates and silverware flying in all directions. The once elegant room was now in disarray, with broken dishes littering the floor and the scent of spilled wine permeating the air.As Kendrick seethed in his anger, a woman entered the
Isabelle sat nervously at the dining table, twirling her fork in her hand as she watched her father finish his meal. The atmosphere was tense, and she could feel her heart pounding in her chest."So, Isabelle," her father said, breaking the silence. "How have things been with you and the pack?"Isabelle's mind raced as she tried to come up with an answer. She knew she couldn't tell him about Dane's plan, but she also couldn't lie to her father. "It's been...fine," she said, trying to sound nonchalant.Her father raised an eyebrow. "Just fine?"Isabelle fidgeted in her seat. "Well, there have been some...difficulties. But I'm working on them."Her father leaned back in his chair, studying her. "What kind of difficulties?"Isabelle swallowed hard. She knew she had to be careful with her words. "Just...personal things. Nothing that concerns the pack."Her father nodded slowly. "I see. Well, if there's anything you need to talk about, you know you can always come to me."Isabelle forced a
"No" Claire shouted as light burst forth from her. The chains on her hands broke away. And she stood up from the slab in a whirl of light and wind.A look of shock was plastered on Kendrick's face. The room was enveloped in darkness. But Kendrick soon came out from his shock.His lips moved, changing spells, the crystals brought out a warm orange hue. He walked over to them, placing a hand on each of them. They shone with so much brightness, driving out the darkness. It combined together, a bright light bursting forth.Kendrick directed the light at Claire, who was above the ground with eyes, glowing red. The light came at her with full force. It hit her directly in her chest and she fell to the ground unconscious. "Now, I can do what I have in peace." An eerie smile covered Kendrick's face.********"What took you so long?" Nicklaus asked Aiden as he emerged from the door, holding a slumped Isabelle in his hands. Some guards were patrolling outside, looking for a hint that gave aw
"We have her sir." A soldier reported through the mind link. Aiden clenched his fists as anger radiated off his eyes. He was in kill mode. The thought of being dead by Alexander because of Isabelle made him want to rip her to shreds.He said through clenched teeth. "Coming over. Is anything with her?""Apparently not sir." Aiden furrowed his eyebrows as all eyes turned to him in the car. He had not followed them in the pack run through the forest. His role was to stay back. And go with other guards.He told Alexander of his finding through the link. He had not said all of it, before he was cut short. He gulped in fear. The waves of anger that were directed at him, made him so. The link was flowing with so much negativity, he feared he would be dead, before he knew what hit him.He got to the clearing where Isabelle was being held. She was blindfolded. She felt his presence and began to squirm, soaking the cloth around her eyes with her tears."Where is your lover boy?" Aiden asked w
Mia stormed into Alexander's office. Her eyes canned the room, before it landed on Alexander. He was seated on his chair, facing the window."Abigail called." She said once she entered the room.He swiveled in his chair. "Called?" A furrow came between his brows. "Yes, she called and got it me." She said, as she sat on the chair.Alexander's brows deepened. "I don't understand. How did she get to you?"Mia waved her hands in the air. She didn't know how to explain. "It has got something to do with magic."Alexander stood up at once. "Is Claire with them? Is she okay?" The look on Mia's face made him stop. He began pacing in the room. "Say something!" The silence was killing him.A look crossed Mia's face. It was a look of bewilderment. The day before, Alexander had stopped all search for Claire. Why was he so worked up again?"She…they are in the junction." She said.Alexander raised a brow at her. She sighed. How was she to tell him? But she did anyway. "Claire isn't with them."Fu
Claire watched. She could hardly contain her breathing as they came out in rapid breaths. She could not understand what was going on. She followed the masked man deeper into the forest. More than once, she tried to use her powers but something was blocking her off. And whenever she turned to do so, she felt a searing pain at the base of her neck."Stay here. I will be back." The man said, leaving her alone in the middle of nowhere.Now was the chance to do what she wanted to do. She tried calling Mia one more time but it did not go through.Before she went to the village, she had a conversation with Mia. The conversation was about how to reach her in case something like this happened. And she was right to think something like that.Abigail had taught her something like that. And as she looked at the dense trees around her, she was grateful for that.Scrunching footsteps could be heard and the man was back once again. She wondered why he had not blindfolded her again. Perhaps it was b
Isabella has to talk to Kendrick soon so she made up an excuse so she would be able to travel.Alexander didn’t really care where she went anymore so that was her opportunity. Kendrick would not be able to come in because of the force that would deny her entrance so Isabella has to travel out.She took no escorts or guards and went by herself,it was something she regarded to be very important to her so she wasn’t going to let it just slip.Soon she arrived at the outskirts where she could finally be able to see Kendrick,where the forces would have no effect on him.“Long time no see, I still don’t see what you want to see me about. You must be really brave to walk into my territory,I must say you have a lot of bravery but go on speak.” Kendrick said upon seeing her walk towards her.His eyes were as cold as the winter, and to include they were not welcoming at all.Isabella who was really terrified as the sky was pitch black here and she has never seen anything like that before.She g
Two men walked towards Claire and untied her.She felt so relieved to be free from such pain, the ropes already dubbed into her skin and it was quite painful.Still she shows no emotions on her face as her face was as cold as a shell.She stared at the masked man with a very infuriated look and an intimidating look got to him but when she saw what he had installed for her she would then change her perspective.She was finally taken out of the room and wondered what he was planning to do with her.“So what are you going to do with me now?” She inquired again.Her Motive was to taunt the hell out of the masked man. If only he knew who he was messing with.“I told you I would be the one asking the questions here and not you,I don’t think you value your head because if you do you won’t be messing with me in such a manner.” He said already getting annoyed at her.To her own pleasure,she smiled all the way as she was finally taken out of the room.“Why exactly are you happy?” He asked, alre
It has been quite a while since Claire has been tied down, she didn’t try to free herself through forgetting so she doesn’t hurt herself.She still could not do anything because she didn't know which people took her.She had to be very careful and lately she has been very insecure about her powers and she started feeling she was not strong until she got all the crystals she needed.Till then before she thought she would be as strong as her potentials could take her. She knew once she was done with hee quest she would be extremely powerful and be able to do all she ever wanted.Claire looked around and sighed.She wondered what her group mates would be doing by now. She hoped Benard was smart enough to know that coming back to save her was not a right option.It would just delay them, all she wants is for them to continue looking for the crystal and the person who took it.“I wonder how he is going to deal with Khloe and Abigail but I just wish him good luck. And I know they should kno
“Both of you should just give yourself some time to cool off, especially now. You both are angry and frustrated but you don’t need to take it out on one another." Bernard said, looking at both women.Khloe huffed off, clearly frustrated. And Abigail pretended like she didn't hear a thing. She couldn't believe this. That she could behave this way. But her anger had risen up a notch, towards Khloe."Just stay away from each other for some time and that should help. If you want me to intervene in this at all you are going to have to listen." Bernard said agan, when he received no response. "I hate dealing with women." He muttered under his breath.He said In a very plain tone but his face was still as cold as ever.He was not showing a single expression on his face, he looked so calm but also tired and annoyed no matter how much he tried to hide it.I just don’t know why we got into this in the first place .” Benald said in frustration.“Like we don’t know who brought such misery upon us
It has been five days since the last meeting Alexander held with the council members.Everyone had been on their toes ever since the last incident because they knew the type of person Alexander could be whenever he was angry and upset.And it was very obvious he was very upset about the Luna missing.Alexander was not satisfied with the turn ups, so he decided to stop the whole thing because it was not going to head anywhere anyways.Alexander called for Nicklaus, his Gamma and also his soon to be brother in law. Gamma woke up some days ago and was back to his feet.Alexander had been very busy these past few days because he had a lot of things you had to do because of the disappearance so he was the one that was kept in charge of sending out the soldiers to look for Claire.“Yes, you called for me.” Nicklaus said walking into the garden to meet Alexander who looked really disturbed.“Does anything matter? You look so disturbed and have a lot on your mind.” He asked Alexander who had