ElaineI unbuckled my seatbelt then I glanced at Trevor as he leaned back casually in the driver’s seat. His face was glowing with that boyish charm that always seemed to catch me off guard. I smiled softly. “Thanks for taking me to the office,” I said.Trevor grinned. His eyes crinkled at the corners. “As your boyfriend,” he said in a playful voice, “it’s my job to take you to and from your office. Mandatory boyfriend duties, you know.”I couldn’t help but laugh and shake my head at his antics. Trevor had a way of making even the most mundane moments feel special. I reached for the door handle, ready to step out, when he stopped me.“Wait!” Then he reached into the backseat. He turned back to me. He was now holding out a small and neatly packed lunch box. “I made this for you,” he proudly stated.I froze as I stared at the box in his hands. I suddenly couldn’t move or speak. My eyes shifted from the lunch box to his face. I searched for some hidden agenda or some clue that this was
ElaineThe day passed by swiftly. However, my thoughts remained fixated on the envelope that my colleague had given me. I took a deep breath thinking about it. Before, the mating ritual wasn’t something I ever needed to worry about. After all, I already accepted that I was one of the few unlucky ones who would not be able to participate in it ever. Without a wolf spirit, I was exempt from it. I was free from the divine pull that others spoke of in hushed tones. But now, everything has changed. Knowing that my wolf, Neeya, had only been dormant all this time, I had to participate no matter what. I tried to focus on work but my mind kept wandering back to what the mating ritual could mean to me and my present life. I had heard stories about this divine bond that only exists in our kind. The mate bond was something that we took seriously. It wasn’t just about falling in love or choosing a partner. It was something far deeper and more binding, a divine connection as they called it. A bo
ElaineI couldn’t help but smirk at the sight of Tristan standing before me. His face was etched with what looked like genuine concern. But concern wasn’t something I’d ever associate with him. Not after everything I’d been through because of him. I may have lost my memory, but through some unexplainable phenomenon, my heart still remembers.A bunch of lies, gaslighting, and manipulation had cemented him as someone whose words I could no longer believe. Whatever this was about, it wasn’t my problem anymore. I’m done with him, so done with anything related or connected to him no longer interests me. So, I just rolled my eyes at him and was about to walk away. “Elaine, wait!” he shouted.“Now what?” I uttered irritatingly. Tristan’s lips pressed into a thin line. Then he took a step closer. “Please listen to me. This is serious. You’re in great danger.”“Danger?” I repeated sarcastically with my brow raised. “From what, exactly? Your temper tantrums? Your inflated ego?”“Elaine—” he
TristanElaine turned around. And her expression softened instantly as her gaze fell on Trevor. He moved toward her. His movements looked annoyingly effortless. He was acting like the hero again. Boo hoo! Before I could say a word, he wrapped his arms around her shoulders and kissed her forehead. His gesture was so disgustingly tender that it made my stomach turn.“Are you okay?” Trevor turned to Elaine and she nodded in return. His hand was now cupping the side of her face while Elaine smiled lovingly at him. The scene made my blood boil. In the past months, Elaine never showed me this tenderness. She was always sarcastic and cold to me. She was like a wild animal who was ready to snap and attack me every time I got near her.But with this bastard? Fuck! Then she smiled up at him with the kind of affection I hadn’t seen from her since the accident. Her stare was almost magical, focused entirely upon Trevor as if he were the only wolf alive. And in that moment, I hated him more tha
ElaineThe soft hum of the car’s engine filled the air as I leaned back in my seat. I was enjoying this rare moment of peace. Trevor glanced at me curiously. His presence always seemed to put me at ease, no matter how chaotic my thoughts had been throughout the day. It was like he was always there to give me some sort of a break. And I love that moment with him every time. “Busy day?” he asked. “Or did Nancy give you a hard time again?”I chuckled at his question. It felt good to laugh after the long day I’d had. “Believe it or not,” I responded as I shook my head, “Nancy’s been nice to me lately.”Trevor raised an eyebrow. I could see a playful grin was now tugging at his lips. “Nancy? Nice? Are we talking about the same person?”“I know, right?” I laughed, then shrugged my shoulders. “I’m shocked too. She barely even uses sarcasm with me anymore. It’s like she’s a completely different person. The office has been… well, peaceful.”Trevor let out a mock gasp. “Peaceful? Are you sur
ElaineEverything happened so fast. The roar of the car’s engine filled my ears. The sound became louder and louder until it drowned out everything else. Trevor’s voice reached me but my body wouldn’t move. It was like I was frozen in place and grounded by sheer terror. My eyes locked onto the blinding headlights of the black car speeding toward me. And all I could do was shut my eyes and brace for the worst.At that moment, I thought that was it. That everything would end here in this horrifying blur of sound and light. But just as I felt the rush of air from the speeding car, someone grabbed me. Then, everything changed in a flash. A strong hand grabbed me and pulled me back so hard that I lost my balance and fell. We hit the ground with a thud that left me breathless. The pavement was hard and rough under me, but I barely noticed the sting of scraped skin through the adrenaline rush.I could hear the sounds of the car screeching past mixing with gasps and shouts from nearby. I s
ElaineThe doctor clicked his pen and tucked it back into his pocket before he looked at Trevor. “You’ve dislocated your shoulder. It’s not severe, but you’ll need to rest. While your healing abilities are helping, you still need to take it easy to make a full recovery.” The doctor's face was so serious as he was explaining his condition. Meanwhile, I turned to Trevor and narrowed my eyes at him as I crossed my arms. “You heard the doctor. So don’t be stubborn. Follow his advice.”Trevor chuckled. Then he reached up to rub the back of his head shyly. “Yes, ma’am,” he responded playfully.The doctor gave me a small smile before leaving the room. I waited until the door clicked shut behind him before stepping closer to Trevor’s bed. He was sitting upright. His injured shoulder was held carefully still. But his playful grin hadn’t faded and his eyes was still observing me as I moved. I sat on the edge of the bed and reached out to gently run my fingers through his hair. “Do you feel a
Elaine “Liz!” I screamed as soon as I saw her standing in the doorway. I rushed over to hug Liz tightly. She hugged me back and squeezed me just as hard. But of course, Liz wasn’t one to let a moment go without teasing. She pulled back slightly and then smirked as she darted her eyes toward Trevor, who was sitting on the hospital bed with a sheepish grin. “So… are we not doing hospital etiquette anymore? Shouldn’t you two get a room instead of making out here?” “It’s not like that!” I exclaimed, trying to sound composed but failing miserably.My cheeks flushed instantly. I stepped back and shot her a look, which only made her laugh. Trevor chuckled too, though he rubbed the back of his head awkwardly. He was clearly trying to suppress his own embarrassment.“Sure, it’s not,” she teased, crossing her arms with a knowing grin. “And perhaps someone owes me some tea. Because if you both tell me you’re just friends, I’ll definitely walk out.”“Fine. But let me apologize in advance, ok
TristanI felt the oozing lust in the way Elaine looked at me. But at the same time, I caught a glance of tremendous desperation in her. That broke me into pieces.“I promise. We will get through this night together,” I responded.Elaine smiled. There was still some sense left in her. I knew it was the drug that was doing this to her.Soon enough, Elaine folded her knees and held onto her chest. The pain struck her.“I feel warm inside… so warm that I can’t take this anymore… help me, Tristan.” Then violently, Elaine pulled my arms into a hug.After years of struggling through a life without her, the embrace that felt like home touched my skin again.“Your hug is like water quenching decades of thirst in my body.” Her breathing became heavy in my ears.Elaine pulled the back of my head.“Hey, handsome.” Her voice started to sing a different melody. Elaine now wore a tune of seduction.I instantly pulled away from her embrace.“No, Elaine. Stop this.”Earlier, Elaine was begging desper
TristanI carried Elaine until we reached the camp. I put her inside our quarters before confronting Elsa. Elsa was completely calm. From the outside, we could hear Elaine’s agony, but these wolves seemed to have no care at all. By the way they stood and portrayed strange calmness, it was like everyone expected it to happen.“Something is off about your medicine!” I shouted at Elsa. “You’re not deaf to hear those screams, are you? Why are you standing here doing nothing?!”Elsa suddenly jumped from the porch, launching at me. It was good that my reflexes were fast enough to dodge the attack. I jumped away from her group.“What the fuck was that?” I exclaimed. Ruther and Mike didn’t bother to help and just watched.The second I removed my eyes from Elsa, she launched another surprise attack. This time, I saw an injection in her hand. I jumped to the side, dodging another shot.“Stop running away,” Elsa told me.Elsa twisted her left ankle and pounced on my whole body. She managed to
TristanI looked at Elaine, checking every detail of her body. Clearly, the exhaustion in her body was pushed to its limits. We made it up to the last second. The training was a success. But at what cost?“Elaine… Can you hear me?” I asked her.I felt something was odd with her body heat. I touched Elaine’s forehead using the tip of my fingers. It was as hot as a kettle. Her body temperature was soaring high.“This is bad…” I muttered, turning my head around, seeking Elsa and Ruther.Elaine started moaning because of the fever. She twitched her body in different directions. I saw how Elaine clenched her fist, battling against the pain in her.“Elsa!” I called out to her.I gently placed Elaine’s head on the soft pillow and grabbed the towel I threw earlier. Then I soaked it deep into the water in the sink, ran back to Elaine, and placed it on her forehead.“Don’t worry, you’re gonna be alright.” I carefully wiped her head down to her neck, hoping the wet towel would help with the high
TristanA soul binding? I have never heard such a word. I never knew such a thing existed in our timeline.I put my hands on my head, feeling helpless, not knowing what to do or how to help. Is it even safe? Will it throw Elaine into danger?“This is the most vital part of being a Silvermare. Finally, her wolf wholeheartedly accepted Elaine.”“I don’t understand a single word you say. But this could kill Elaine. She’s not ready to morph. She’s not ready for this.”Elsa countered with a much louder voice.“It wasn’t you who would decide that. It’s her wolf.”Elsa has a point. I have no right to any part of Elaine’s life. I wish to know what’s running inside Elaine’s wolf. Why did she choose Elaine over everybody else? Her gift only leads her to more pain.Elaine continued the process. I could barely stand the sight. The groans of pain drilled into my head. I tried to turn away my gaze.My heart ached and pierced right through my soul. I slammed my arms against the ground in frustration
TristanElaine suddenly emitted a beaming light coming out from her body. Those bursting beams penetrated the whole area. We took more steps away from Elaine. Elsa and Ruther stood tall in front of Elaine who levitated more into the ground. Probably the same height as the tall trees around us. Fear succumbed to my heart. I was scared and confused as hell. I’m like a child witnessing some things only adults could understand. “ELAINE!” I called out to her. My veins popped on my neck as I tried to scream her name. Her eyes were glowing yellow, shining so much that it made my eyebrows scrunched protecting my eyes. Elsa smirked. While Ruther remains unshaken. These two looked at Elaine like they had witnessed this kind of stuff before. “Now, you will see a Silvermare’s true form,” Elsa proudly declared. Elaine flows with the air. She dances with it. Elaine totally lost will over her own body. The place soon filled with more blazing lights, sparkling magically on the river and any li
TristanThe waterfall crashed down with so much force. It had overpowered many before, and now, it was pushing Elaine to her limit.“10 more minutes!” I shouted as loud as I could. “It’s just a blink of an eye, and you’ll be done!”From where I stood, I could see how much she was struggling. Her whole body was shaking, her legs barely able to keep her up. She was trying so hard to stay standing, but I knew she was almost at her breaking point.At that moment, I had to accept the truth.Ten minutes probably felt like forever to her. The training had reached its hardest point, and Elaine just couldn’t hold on much longer. No matter how badly she wanted to, her body was giving out.Hope left in me. I know as Elaine’s mate, there was nothing more to do. I threw the towel in already, as a way of saying we did well at this training. This is brutal enough for Elaine’s physique. I knew from the start it was an impossible task. “That’s enough,” I shouted at Elsa. I went down to the water, tr
ElaineAnother boost of energy surged through my body, but exhaustion was creeping in. I knew 30 minutes wasn’t that long anymore. I was so close to the finish line. Yet, the relentless force of the waterfall felt heavier than before, pressing down on my shoulders like a mountain. My muscles screamed in protest, and my breathing turned ragged.My knees started to bend, trembling under the weight of my own exhaustion. I clenched my fists, digging my nails into my palms, desperate to keep myself upright. I couldn’t fail now. Not when I had come this far. Not when Tristan was watching, his eyes filled with silent encouragement.“20 more minutes. Hang in there a little longer, please.” Maybe Tristan saw how I was about to lose consciousness that’s why he’s yelling desperately. I know I have little to no strength to continue. But I am almost there at the finish line. At that point, I decided to call out to my spirit wolf. “Neeya…” I whispered at the back of my head. My body lost balanc
ElaineHis words mean a lot to me. It added some boost to my energy. This training improved my relationship with Tristan. We learned to work like a real team. We did well until the first 3 hours. My knees gave up on me again. Elsas stood up from her spot and yelled. “3 hours wasted, Elaine. You let the 3 hours of hard work be taken away by that fall.”Her yelling added another weight like usual. Soon, my mind and body won't work as one. As I see the disappointed face of Elsa, my mind sends signals of pressure and discomfort. My body reacted along with Elsa’s words. It lost half of its strength because I was nervous. Under the waterfall, I feel like a warrior battling for the lives of others. As long as I don’t master this special gift as a Silvermare, more lives will be put in danger. This is war already. So I gathered my strength again and stood tall. I didn’t guard the time. Until I realized how much time had passed when Ruther called out Tristan. “You did it, Alpha Tristan.” T
ElaineThe next day came, and everyone acted like nothing happened. But I could somehow sense Ruther’s awkward stance towards us. Meanwhile, Mike was left in the cabin like usual.I tried to read Tristan’s mind. But he was strangely quiet throughout our journey. I’m not sure if everyone still dwells in the story of Elsa’s past. I was staring behind her. My heart aches for Elsa. I could definitely not handle her tragedy if that was me. Truly, as a she-wolf, Elsa is an admirable lady for her strength and resilience. “I forgot to tell you something…” Elsa suddenly speaks, still leading our way to the waterfalls. “What is it?” I humbly asked. “If you can’t pass the training today, I believe this has to stop. It’s gonna be pointless anyway.”Tristan suddenly stopped from walking. I bumped into his huge back. “Did I hear it right?” Tristan asked. Elsa didn’t say anything. Tristan chased her. It’s not just him. Even I was shocked to hear about this last training. Though my body recovere