Freda's POVI and Zack were at creeks close to a small stream. We were out on a picnic. Zack said it has been a while since we spent time together. I was so excited. It was a breath of fresh air. I had been so busy and engaged these past weeks. It has been fun though. Hanging out with the women and the children has been a wonderful experience. I have not associated with that much people outside the hospital in a very long time. I had always lived a secluded lifestyle. I had no one to talk to except Darren and my best friend— former best friend, Ruby. Then there was Zack that filled a vaccum Darany and Ruby created when they both hooked up. Apart from Zack, I never had friends or aquintances of my own. The women of the red moon pack had a lot to teach me. From their local dishes to their traditional songs and dances, it was a wonderful experience. I had such a fly time with the kids too; I have always loved children. I would like to have mine someday so I build my own little famil
Zack’s POVWe had just finished from the picnic. Freda said she wanted to go to her house to get some things. I told the driver to take us there. In some minutes, we could see the familiar trees and lanes that lead to Freda’s gouse. As the car drove closer to it, I could see someone at the door. It was a woman. She was wearing a black top over denim trousers. Wondering if she was expecting anyone, I asked, “Are you expecting someone? ““No, I wonder who that is. “ she replied. The stranger heard the car sound and turned around quickly. It was Ruby. She was once Freda’s best friend. What does she want now? I thought. “Ruby? “Freda said. “Freda. “ she answered. “What are you doing here? “ She asked her. “I don’t understand that question. “ Ruby answered. “Well since you can’t hear very well, what are you doing in my house. “ Freda asked again. She was furious now, I could tell. “Why? “ Ruby started, “I can’t come to your house anymore? I used to come over all the time before.
Zack’s POVI kissed Freda goodbye at the door to her room. I took a minute to breath. That was a close one, I thought, I almost lost control of everything. I was very close to mating Freda. With how deep we are in our relationship, I would have marked her. I would have claimed her without her consent. Although I want her so bad, I need to get it right. I want her to be ready for the next level. I am ready for the next phase of our relationship, but I need her to be so as well. I treasure what we have so much to loose it. I walked towards my room which is right next to Freda’s room. A yawn escaped my lips. My body was a bit tired. From the picnic to the intense moment I and Freda had at her place, I needed a cool off. A shower will do the job, I thought. I took off my jacket. Something fell off. Squinting, I wondered what it was that had fallen off. I saw it was a note. Reaching down to pick it up, I remembered Ruby slipped something into my pocket. I did not check what it was at t
Freda’s POVWhat a week it has been. I woke up, stretched and got up from the bed. I had a weird dream this morning. Zack was in my room; he gave me a kiss on my forehead and said, He whispered to me, “I’ll be out for a while, plum. “I drowsily opened both my eyes to see who it was. I reached out with one hand and placed it on his cheek. “You’re coming back to me, right? “I asked. “Always. “ came his response.Satisfied with the response, I nodded, shifted to my other side and continued in my sleep. I was about to get up from the bed when a knock came in. “Yes, enter. “ I calledThe door opened and Marian, one of the staff who had helped me before in. “Good morning, ma’am.”she said. “Marian, how are you this morning?” I asked. “I am doing great, ma’am. “ she answered. “I came to tell you that breakfast is ready, ma’am.”“Breakfast? :Already? What time is it?” I asked. “It is eight thirthy in the morning, ma’am “ she replied. “Eight thirthy? Okay, I will be down shortly,
Zack’s POV I went to back to the mansion and called for Jack, the leader of the warriors. He came in after some minutes. “Greetings, alpha.” He saluted. “At ease, soldier.” I said “Any lead on the search for Kaine and Darren?” I asked. “We have searched the eastern and western perimeter fully but still no sign of either of them.” He said. “We have caught traces of them in two different locations but by the time we arrived ,it seemed they had long departed from there.” He added. I had just returned from Ruby’s place. I had confronted her about the note she left me. She claimed she knew about Annie. But Annie is dead, I thought. What is all this rumor going round that she is alive. If she were alive, I would feel her somehow. But her presence is still same. Dead to me since I was told she died. Could it be possible that she is alive? I was having mixed feelings about it. A part of me will be happy that she is still alive but another part of me is worried about the effect it will
Zack’s POV *Flashback continues* Two years had passed since I and Annie got married. We were very happy. I was so in love with her. She was my first love. Our wolves had bonded on the night we finally mated, our wedding night. It was such a special night for both of us, our wolves joined. The whole pack had witnessed our union at the park. We were bonded under the red moon where we exchanged our vows. It was till death do us part. Our paths had crossed and now we’re a family. Although we would have very much preferred any other house than the mansion we lived in. A little house we can call our home. Away from prying and watchful eyes, waiting to catch the faintest hint of rumor to spread. A place we can freely express our love and passion. Living in the mansion was restrictive. We had to live by a certain code of conduct. We had to be formal and dress up for dinner. Staffs and bodyguards everywhere. It has it’s perks but nothing like privacy in your own home. We had just complete
Zack’s POV I got home after my encounter with the mysterious physician who gave me medicine contained in a flask bottle. He had assured me that it will be the answer to our unresolved problem. He gave me a directive on how to use it. I had high hopes that this would be effective so that we can go back to our normal lives in the pack. Annie can finally be happy too. She has suffered and endured a lot. I got back to the apartment I rented for both of us to live in temporary while in this country. I got a space in a serene environment. Annie needed the quiet and less interactions with people. I stocked up the house with everything I thought she needed to be comfortable. I registered her for yoga session so she can keep busy whenever I leave the house. I opened the door to the apartment and spotted my wife, Annie in the kitchen. She was at the sink rinsing some veggies. There was a chopping board and knife close by. I guessed she was about to make a salad. Something sweet was cooking
Zack’s POV *Back to Present day* “I remember how heart broken you were when we lost her. “ Aiden said. “You were totally lost. I had never seen you in that state before. I knew you loved her, but I did not think it was that deep. “ “You looked like you had just lost both your limbs. “ he added. I remained silent as I tried to unlock the bottled up emotions I had locked away. “Do you still feel hurt when you relive the memory? “ he asked. “Not so much any more. It definitely left a big scar that I know I’ll live with for the rest of my life. “ I replied quietly. “Yeah, i’m sure it would. “ he said. “I mean you almost took your own life because of it. “ he said. He stood up and refilled my glass with more whiskey. I hadn’t realized that it was empty. I was feeling everything now. The grief was still there. “I....... “ I started to say. “Wait, how did you know where to find me. I made you stay at the hospital and I never did send my location to you. Did you follow me? “ I asked.