ElaineTrevor suddenly reached for my hand. His touch was warm despite the cold air creeping into the car. His fingers laced through mine, holding on as if grounding me. I knew he was silently reminding me that we were in this together. It was as if he could hear the thoughts running inside my mind. “Don’t worry. I’ll make sure we get our life back,” he said.He smiled bitterly, and I knew he wasn’t just saying it to comfort me. His voice was firm and was filled with quiet determination. It wasn’t just reassurance in hope of making me feel better at the moment. It was a promise.I almost broke down in tears. Especially, not now. Instead, I smiled back. No matter how many obstacles stood in our way, as long as I was with Trevor, as long as we faced them together, I knew I could endure anything.Trevor pulled the car to a stop. He shook Jared’s lap to rouse him. “Wake up, Jared, we’re here at the end of the Route 47, just like you instructed,” Trevor suddenly announced. He removed hi
ElaineTristan scoffed and glared at the tracker leader.“Why don’t you bring your Alpha to confirm it?”The tracker smirked and returned to his spot. Their eyes locked. The tension was thick between them. Despite the number of trackers surrounding him, Tristan didn’t back down.“How about you learn to bend your knees and plead?” the tracker taunted. “Maybe we’ll spare your life then.”Tristan took a step forward while smiling mockingly. The tracker’s smirk faded. He clearly didn’t like Tristan’s arrogance.“Bring your entire army here. You weaklings still won’t even be considered a warm-up.”“Young man, that tongue of yours needs to be cut down,” the tracker leader snapped.The trackers raised their weapons against us.“Calm down, Tristan! They’re not our enemies!”“Shut up, Trevor. Can’t you see how they’re aiming their weapons at you?”Tristan cracked his neck. My body finally reacted, and I stepped between the two brothers, pushing them apart.“That’s enough, guys!” I yelled. Then
ElaineOur eyes took in the humble houses made of wood and branches. Some houses were built on tall trees, connected by wooden ladders. Children laughed as they played with sticks, and their pet dogs ran beside them while their parents were busy with whatever activity they engaged themselves in. It was a warm sight to behold. The serenity of the place was something to be jealous about. A group of men entered before us, carrying deer on their shoulders. Still, no one had noticed our arrival. The Silver Rose Pack continued to live traditionally. It amazed me that hunting for food was still a way of life in this place despite the modern setting of the world nowadays. "Stick with me. And do not provoke anyone," Jared whispered.As we stepped into the pack’s village, eyes began to lock on us. Slowly, they gathered around. The once-playful children ran to their mothers. Some were hiding behind the trees near them. Everyone seemed to pause. And now, their cautious yet curious gazes fixed o
ElaineWe walked into the big dining hall, and my stomach growled at the smell of delicious food. The air was filled with the scent of roasted meat, fresh bread, and warm soup. My mouth watered just thinking about eating.Servants moved around the long wooden table as they placed plates full of food. The candlelight made everything look warm and welcoming. Alpha Earl stood at the head of the table. He was smiling at us.“Come in and eat,” he said, opening his arms. “Tonight, you are my guests.”Everyone found their seats. A woman walked in, carrying a big pot of potato soup. The smell was so good that I felt even hungrier.Alpha Earl spread his hands toward the food. “Enjoy the food as much as you want.”My mouth watered with the giant meat in front of me. The aroma of the freshly baked bread filled my lungs. Sweet fruits gathered into a single basket that served as our dessert. Wild berries were also placed separately into a small plate.“Make sure to eat well,” Trevor whispered whil
ElaineHearing the question, Tristan sat stiffly. The lively chatter around us faded into the background. His jaw clenched as he stared blankly at the table.Almost immediately, a subtle tension lingered in the air. I could sense his discomfort from across the table as he took a heavy sigh. His fingers tightened around the cup in front of him. “Travis Hale defeated me in a fair battle for the Alpha seat,” Tristan finally said. This statement made me, Trevor, and Jared pause. Alpha Earl’s brows lifted slightly, revealing his surprise. Perhaps, he had not expected this to be the root of Tristan’s troubles. But out of respect, he stayed silent and just waited for him to continue. “I know I deserved that defeat,” he said as he wiped the side of his mouth with a napkin. “I was too weak to keep my throne. So I did the only thing left to do; I faced Travis Hale, took my defeat like a warrior, and accepted the consequences. I was ready to die at that moment. After all, the alpha challeng
ElaineMy husband used my body, not knowing it would be the last time he had me. I’d grown fed up and given up hope that he’d ever learn to love me. What a silly notion. I’d been foolish to think that would ever happen.“You seem… different,” he purred as he began ravaging my lips. Tristan loved total control in bed. But this time, I didn’t allow myself to be just be the receiver of pleasure. Surprisingly, I was the one leading him on.“Hey, take it easy,” he whispered, but it fell on deaf ears. I focused on satisfying him first, on giving him a night to remember, before submitting myself to him and allowing him to enter my body. Considering it would be our last time, it might as well be good. I was filing for divorce in the morning. If anyone heard what I was thinking of doing, they might call me stupid. After all, I was married to Tristan Hale was the esteemed Alpha of Wolfsilver Pack, and I was appointed to be his Luna. Anyone who might know my story might think I was a real-life
Elaine A soft, golden light shined around me. Everything I knew about the world disappeared as if I had been transported to another realm.Then the golden light called upon me. “Elaine.”"Who are you? How do you know my name?" I asked, as the light soothed my worries. Just hearing its voice made me feel better."I'm Neeya, and I'm your spirit wolf," came the reply."You're kidding.” I couldn't help but laugh. “I am wolfless, and I've come to terms with that already.”“But it’s true,” the voice persisted. "Trying to explain why you can sense me now is difficult, so I won't delve into that. What’s important thing is that I'm here now, and I'll always be with you as your friend. You won't be alone anymore, Elaine. I will be your companion… forever."Her last statement flattered my heart, and even though I couldn’t see her form, I could feel her smiling at me. A lone tear escaped my eyes. Warmth and comfort like none I’d ever experienced flooded my senses.#“Bestie? Thank God, you’re a
Elaine "Come on, Liz. Quit playing." I chuckled while nudging her on her side. "I shouldn’t have not trusted you with my secret. Besides, I’m only eighteen. I haven't even found my destined mate yet."How could I attract someone like Tristan? He was out of my league, and the thought of me being married to him was absurd."You really don't remember anything, do you?" Liz uttered. I looked at her straight in the eyes before she slumped into the nearby chair next to my bed. Again, an awkward silence hovered. She took a deep breath, as if she was relieved about something. "Well, maybe it’s for the best. I mean, what good would it do you to remember that bastard anyway?"She pulled a compact mirror from her purse and handed it to me. "There. Look at yourself and tell me what you see."I looked the same, only a little older and stressed, with small lines formed on my forehead and bags under my eyes. It appeared I hadn't gotten a decent sleep, though I wasn't sure why not. I shifted my gaze
ElaineHearing the question, Tristan sat stiffly. The lively chatter around us faded into the background. His jaw clenched as he stared blankly at the table.Almost immediately, a subtle tension lingered in the air. I could sense his discomfort from across the table as he took a heavy sigh. His fingers tightened around the cup in front of him. “Travis Hale defeated me in a fair battle for the Alpha seat,” Tristan finally said. This statement made me, Trevor, and Jared pause. Alpha Earl’s brows lifted slightly, revealing his surprise. Perhaps, he had not expected this to be the root of Tristan’s troubles. But out of respect, he stayed silent and just waited for him to continue. “I know I deserved that defeat,” he said as he wiped the side of his mouth with a napkin. “I was too weak to keep my throne. So I did the only thing left to do; I faced Travis Hale, took my defeat like a warrior, and accepted the consequences. I was ready to die at that moment. After all, the alpha challeng
ElaineWe walked into the big dining hall, and my stomach growled at the smell of delicious food. The air was filled with the scent of roasted meat, fresh bread, and warm soup. My mouth watered just thinking about eating.Servants moved around the long wooden table as they placed plates full of food. The candlelight made everything look warm and welcoming. Alpha Earl stood at the head of the table. He was smiling at us.“Come in and eat,” he said, opening his arms. “Tonight, you are my guests.”Everyone found their seats. A woman walked in, carrying a big pot of potato soup. The smell was so good that I felt even hungrier.Alpha Earl spread his hands toward the food. “Enjoy the food as much as you want.”My mouth watered with the giant meat in front of me. The aroma of the freshly baked bread filled my lungs. Sweet fruits gathered into a single basket that served as our dessert. Wild berries were also placed separately into a small plate.“Make sure to eat well,” Trevor whispered whil
ElaineOur eyes took in the humble houses made of wood and branches. Some houses were built on tall trees, connected by wooden ladders. Children laughed as they played with sticks, and their pet dogs ran beside them while their parents were busy with whatever activity they engaged themselves in. It was a warm sight to behold. The serenity of the place was something to be jealous about. A group of men entered before us, carrying deer on their shoulders. Still, no one had noticed our arrival. The Silver Rose Pack continued to live traditionally. It amazed me that hunting for food was still a way of life in this place despite the modern setting of the world nowadays. "Stick with me. And do not provoke anyone," Jared whispered.As we stepped into the pack’s village, eyes began to lock on us. Slowly, they gathered around. The once-playful children ran to their mothers. Some were hiding behind the trees near them. Everyone seemed to pause. And now, their cautious yet curious gazes fixed o
ElaineTristan scoffed and glared at the tracker leader.“Why don’t you bring your Alpha to confirm it?”The tracker smirked and returned to his spot. Their eyes locked. The tension was thick between them. Despite the number of trackers surrounding him, Tristan didn’t back down.“How about you learn to bend your knees and plead?” the tracker taunted. “Maybe we’ll spare your life then.”Tristan took a step forward while smiling mockingly. The tracker’s smirk faded. He clearly didn’t like Tristan’s arrogance.“Bring your entire army here. You weaklings still won’t even be considered a warm-up.”“Young man, that tongue of yours needs to be cut down,” the tracker leader snapped.The trackers raised their weapons against us.“Calm down, Tristan! They’re not our enemies!”“Shut up, Trevor. Can’t you see how they’re aiming their weapons at you?”Tristan cracked his neck. My body finally reacted, and I stepped between the two brothers, pushing them apart.“That’s enough, guys!” I yelled. Then
ElaineTrevor suddenly reached for my hand. His touch was warm despite the cold air creeping into the car. His fingers laced through mine, holding on as if grounding me. I knew he was silently reminding me that we were in this together. It was as if he could hear the thoughts running inside my mind. “Don’t worry. I’ll make sure we get our life back,” he said.He smiled bitterly, and I knew he wasn’t just saying it to comfort me. His voice was firm and was filled with quiet determination. It wasn’t just reassurance in hope of making me feel better at the moment. It was a promise.I almost broke down in tears. Especially, not now. Instead, I smiled back. No matter how many obstacles stood in our way, as long as I was with Trevor, as long as we faced them together, I knew I could endure anything.Trevor pulled the car to a stop. He shook Jared’s lap to rouse him. “Wake up, Jared, we’re here at the end of the Route 47, just like you instructed,” Trevor suddenly announced. He removed hi
ElaineTristan and Jared were sound asleep in the back seat. The way they drifted off so easily, you’d think we weren’t running for our lives. Shoot, I couldn’t understand how they could sleep so peacefully with everything that had just happened. My mind wouldn’t stop racing, yet here they were, lost in dreams as if none of this was real.Are they for real? I turned to look at them, and for the first time, their worn appearance resonated with me. Their clothes were torn in places and dirt smeared across their skin. Faint bruises peeked out from their sleeves and collars. Obviously, it was a proof of the fight we barely escaped earlier. No wonder they had collapsed the moment we got off from our chases. Their bodies were probably beyond exhaustion.Most especially, Tristan. Seeing them like this, my frustration faded a little. Maybe they weren’t ignoring reality. Maybe their bodies had just given out after everything they had endured. They had fought, just like the rest of us. They d
"Travis? Isn’t he the challenger for the Wolfsilver Alpha seat?"The tension in the car was suffocating. My stomach knotted with confusion as I glanced between Tristan and Jared through the rear view mirror. The sharp scent of burnt rubber and blood filled the air. It was a reminder of how close we had come to getting caught by Travis' men earlier.No one spoke as Trevor continued to drive. The only sound you could hear in the quietness of the night was the low hum of the engine as we sped down the empty road. The darkness outside was making it feel like the night would never end. This was the kind of silence that I never dreamed to have. Jared and Tristan exchanged a glance. Neither spoke at first, but I caught the flicker of shame on Tristan’s face. They didn’t need to say anything. It was pretty obvious what happened to the fight earlier. Travis had beaten Tristan in a fight and Tristan was ashamed because of that. I had expected a tough battle between them. However, I never for
ElaineThe room exploded into chaos.It all happened so fast. Trevor tackled one of the beasts mid-air and slammed it to the ground before driving his fist into its snout. The wolf let out a furious howl. It snapped its jaws wildly as it straggled beneath him.Jared dodged another wolf’s attack and moved with sharp precision. “Damn it, where the hell did they come from?” he shouted as he plunged his dagger deep into the beast’s side. The wolf let out a shrill yelp. I covered my mouth in shock as I stared at its body shuddering before going still.“Elaine, stay back!” Tristan barked as he shoved me behind him just as a massive wolf lunged. Thinking fast, he grabbed a chair and swung hard. The wood splintered against the creature’s back, but it barely staggered.“It’s not going down!” Tristan shouted. Waves of panic were creeping into his voice as the wolf snarled and lunged again.“Then hit it harder!” Trevor let out a frustrated growl as he threw the last wolf off him with brute force
ElaineLate night in our cozy home. Our bedroom was dimly lit by the soft glow of the streetlights shining through the curtains. Their light made gentle shapes on the walls. Outside, the city was still awake. I could still hear a couple of cars driving by, distant voices, the occasional sound of a siren. And yet, I felt like I was living in a different world where it was just Trevor and me. For sure, it was a quiet escape from the noise and the pressure of everything waiting beyond these walls.Trevor lay behind me. His body was pressed against mine, fitting perfectly as if we were meant to rest this way. One of his arms draped over my waist. His other hand rested just below my ribs where his fingers lightly curled against my skin. His legs tangled with mine. There was a steady heat I felt in every place we touched.His slow, steady breaths brushed against the back of my neck, making my hair stand. It was a quiet reminder that he was here and that I wasn’t alone. For once, my mind