VIKTORI stormed into the cell, my eyes blazing with anger as I looked around for Selene. But she was nowhere to be found. I turned to Maya, my voice dripping with venom. "Where is she? What have you done with her?"Maya looked at me, her eyes wide with fear. "I-I didn't do anything, Viktor. I swear."I scoffed, narrowing my eyes at her. "Don't lie to me. I know you helped her escape. You've been working against me this whole time, haven't you?"Maya shook her head frantically. "No, Viktor, I would never...I would never betray you."I lunged at her, my hands wrapping around her throat as I pressed her against the wall. "You expect me to believe that? Do you think I'm a fool?"Her breath came out in ragged gasps as she struggled against my grip. "Please, Viktor, you have to listen to me. I didn't help Selene escape. I would never do anything to hurt you."I tightened my hold on her, my rage boiling over. "You're lying! You're lying and I won't let you get away with it.""Viktor, stop!"
ORIONI couldn't shake the worry gnawing at the pit of my stomach. Maya was out there, with that evil vampire, and I had no idea how to reach her. I needed to do something, to find a way to protect her from the danger she was in.I decided to seek out the help of our resident witch. She had always been a source of wisdom and guidance, and I hoped that she might have some insight into the situation.“Adele, I need your help,” I said as I entered her domain, the air thick with the scent of incense and herbs.“What’s wrong, Orion?” She asked, concern evident in her voice as she looked up from her potion brewing.“It’s Maya. I think she’s in danger, with that vampire,” I explained, my words tumbling out in a rush.Michelle’s eyes widened with understanding. “Ah, I see. She has been brainwashed by him,” she said, her voice taking on a somber tone."Ohh. Is there anything you can do to help her?”She furrowed her brow in thought. “I will need to consult my books and see if there is a way t
SELENEAs I watched Luca training the pups in the yard, I couldn't help but feel a sense of pride. He was so patient and gentle with them, guiding them through their first transformations and teaching them how to control their shifting abilities. I knew he would make a great mentor for the young ones, just as he had been for me."Dominic just called me, I'll be heading there now""Orion, please let me come with you," I pleaded, following him as he made his way towards the car.He sighed, running a hand through his dark hair. "Selene, I don't know if that's such a good idea. I don't want you putting yourself in danger.""I can take care of myself," I insisted, giving him a pleading look.Orion hesitated for a moment, his expression softening as he looked at me. "Fine, but promise me you'll stay close and be careful. I don't want anything happening to you."I nodded eagerly, feeling a rush of gratitude towards my brother. "I promise, I'll stay by your side the whole time."When we arri
SELENEI lay in my bed, staring up at the ceiling of the pack house. Orion sat in a chair next to me, his eyes filled with concern. I could see the worry etched into his features, and I knew that he wanted nothing more than to take me home with him. But I couldn't. My injuries from the battle with the witch were too deep, and I needed time to heal. Ever since the battle, the members of the Darkwood pack had become insufferably nice to me. It was as if they were trying to make up for all the years of hating, abusing, and beating me. They brought me unsolicited gifts, showered me with compliments, and treated me with an almost sickening level of reverence. I had a feeling that they were only doing it because I had killed the witch and had a wolf of my own now."Damon and the others are just trying to make amends," Orion said, breaking the silence. "They feel guilty for how they treated you, and they want to show you that they're sorry."I clenched my fists at my sides, feeling the ange
As Orion and I drove away from Darkwood pack, the sky darkened and rain began to pour down heavily. Orion’s grip tightened on the steering wheel as he concentrated on the road ahead. Suddenly, a blinding light appeared out of nowhere, and before we could react, our car skidded and crashed into a tree.I fumbled for the door handle and stumbled out of the car, my head spinning from the impact. I looked around, trying to shake off the dizziness, when suddenly everything went dark.When I woke up, I found myself in a dimly lit room, surrounded by unfamiliar faces. My head throbbed as I tried to make sense of my surroundings, and I soon realized that I was lying on a cold, hard surface. Panic surged through me as I realized I was unable to move, my limbs heavy and unresponsive. I struggled against the restraints, my heart pounding in my chest but it wasn't long before I realized I was handcuffed. Not just any handcuffs - they were made of silver, the deadly substance for werewolves. I fe
SELENEDay one, I kept count. Day two, I kept count. Day three, I kept count. Three days of this hell, three days of torture at the hands of these sadistic vampires. I thought I would be saved by now, but no one came. No one even knew where I was. I was trapped in this nightmare, and there was no end in sight.They had been doing all sorts of nonsense to me. Taking my blood, injecting me with God knows what, and all the while, they didn't give me any food or water. I was weak, so weak that I could barely lift my head. And that wasn't even the worst of it. They were beating me, over and over again. They seemed to take pleasure in my suffering, relishing in the pain they inflicted upon me."Please," I begged, my voice hoarse from all the screaming and crying. "Please, just let me go. I won't tell anyone about this, I promise. Just let me go."They just laughed, their cold, empty laughter echoing through the dingy room. "Tell anyone? You're all alone here, at our mercy. And we have no me
ORIONI woke up to the sound of beeping machines and the faint smell of antiseptic. My head was throbbing and my body ached all over. I tried to sit up, but a sharp pain shot through my chest, causing me to gasp and fall back onto the bed. It took a moment for my surroundings to come into focus, and when they did, I realized I was in a hospital room.“Orion, you’re awake,” a voice said from the corner of the room.I turned my head to see Luca standing there, a worried expression on his face. “What happened?” I croaked out, my throat feeling dry and scratchy.“You don’t remember?” Luca asked, concern evident in his voice.I shook my head, wincing at the movement. “The last thing I remember is… the accident. Where is Selene? Is she okay?”Luca’s expression darkened as he hesitated, before finally saying, “We still haven’t found her, Orion. You’ve been asleep for three days because of your injuries.”My heart lurched at his words, and I felt a surge of panic and desperation wash over me.
MAYAI blinked my eyes, slowly regaining consciousness, feeling disoriented and confused. Everything seemed hazy, and I couldn't quite grasp the reality of where I was. My head was spinning, and I struggled to remember how I ended up in this unfamiliar place."Where am I? What am I doing here?" I muttered to myself, trying to shake off the grogginess that clouded my mind. I looked around, trying to piece together my surroundings. The room was lavish, with extravagant furnishings and opulent decorations that spoke of wealth and power. Nothing seemed familiar, and panic started to set in.A maid approached me, her eyes filled with concern. "You're here with Master Viktor," she said softly, her voice barely above a whisper."Viktor?" I echoed, feeling a surge of anger rising within me. "What? How did I get here? I don't remember anything."The maid hesitated for a moment before speaking, her gaze flickering with unease. "I'm not certain, miss. But please, try to remain calm. Master Vikto
In the bride's room, Selene's nerves were palpable as she sat in front of the mirror, her wedding gown shimmering around her. Her makeup was flawlessly done, but her hands trembled slightly as she clasped them together in her lap. Sensing her anxiety, Maya and Michelle enveloped her in a warm embrace, their affectionate words a soothing balm to her jittery nerves."Oh Selene, you look absolutely stunning," Maya exclaimed, her eyes shining with admiration as she gazed at her sister-in-law-to-be. "Orion is going to be speechless when he sees you."Michelle nodded enthusiastically, her smile radiant with sisterly affection. "You're going to make the most beautiful bride, Selene," she chimed in. "We're so lucky to have you as a part of our family, and now you're going to be marrying our brother. It's like a dream come true."Tears welled up in Selene's eyes as she listened to their heartfelt words, feeling overwhelmed by their love and support. "Thank you, Maya, Michelle," she murmured, h
Orion groaned as he tried to rouse his groomsmen from their alcohol-induced slumber. "Come on, you lazy bunch, it's time to get up," he urged, shaking Luca's shoulder gently.Luca grumbled incoherently, batting away Orion's hand as he tried to pull the covers off him. "Go away, Orion, it's too early," he muttered, burying his head deeper into the pillow.Xander and Xavier were no better, their heads pounding from the festivities of the bachelor party the night before. "Can't we just sleep for five more minutes?" Xander groaned, his voice muffled by the pillow.Orion chuckled, undeterred by their protests. "Sorry, boys, but we've got a wedding to get to," he replied, his tone laced with amusement.But his groomsmen were having none of it, their hangovers making them decidedly uncooperative. "I swear, Orion, if you don't leave us alone, I'm never speaking to you again," Xavier threatened, his words slurred from the lingering effects of the alcohol.Orion laughed, knowing that his friend
As they entered the wedding dress shop, Selene's eyes widened in awe at the array of beautiful gowns that adorned the racks. "Wow, there are so many options," she exclaimed, her voice filled with excitement.Maya and Michelle grinned eagerly as they began browsing through the dresses, their eyes sparkling with anticipation. "Let's find you the perfect dress, Selene," Maya declared, her voice filled with determination.Selene nodded eagerly, her heart racing with excitement as she began trying on gown after gown. "I can't wait to see how they look on you," Valina chimed in, her voice filled with anticipation.But as Selene tried on dress after dress, she couldn't help but feel a sense of disappointment as none of them seemed to quite capture the vision she had in mind. "I don't know, none of these feel quite right," she admitted, her voice tinged with frustration.Maya and Michelle exchanged concerned glances as they watched Selene's disappointment grow with each passing dress. "Don't
As Selene finished her breakfast, Maya and Michelle excitedly grabbed her by the arms, their eyes sparkling with anticipation. "Come on, Selene, we've got a wedding to plan!" Maya exclaimed, her voice filled with excitement."Yeah, we need to find the perfect dress for you," Michelle chimed in, her grin widening as she eagerly pulled Selene towards the door.Selene laughed as she allowed herself to be dragged along, her heart fluttering with excitement at the thought of planning her wedding with her friends by her side. "Alright, alright, I'm coming," she said with a playful roll of her eyes, her voice filled with affection.As they made their way out of the house, Selene spotted Valina waiting by the door, her eyes bright with excitement. "Are you ready to go, Selene?" Valina asked eagerly, a smile tugging at the corners of her lips.Selene nodded eagerly, her heart pounding with excitement as she linked arms with Valina and her sisters. "Let's do this," she said with a grin, her voi
Selene's cheeks flushed a deep shade of crimson, she opened her mouth to speak, but her words came out in a jumbled mess of stutters and half-formed sentences. The room fell silent, the awkward tension thickening with each passing moment as Selene struggled to find her voice."I-I'm so sorry, I-I..." Selene stammered, her words trailing off into an embarrassed mumble as she fidgeted nervously in her seat.A few nervous chuckles rippled through the room, the pack members exchanging amused glances as they tried to suppress their laughter. But before the laughter could escalate, Orion shot them a stern glare, his eyes flashing with warning."Alright, that's enough," Orion said firmly, his voice cutting through the awkward silence like a knife. "It's not funny. Let's move on."The pack members quickly sobered up at Orion's commanding tone, their laughter dying down as they exchanged sheepish glances. Selene breathed a sigh of relief, grateful for Orion's intervention as she attempted to c
Soon, Luca and Valina ushered everyone out with a mock bow, the room buzzed with laughter and excitement, the air filled with the lingering warmth of congratulations and well-wishes."Thank you all for coming!" Luca called out, a playful twinkle in his eye as he gestured towards the door. "We'll see you soon!"Valina grinned, her eyes sparkling with mischief as she added, "And don't forget to save some cake for us!"As the last of the guests exited the room, Selene and Orion found themselves alone at last, the soft glow of candlelight casting a warm embrace around them.Orion leaned in close to Selene, his voice low with amusement. "Did you see that? Something's definitely going on with Luca and Valina," he whispered, a knowing smile playing on his lips.Selene nodded, her laughter bubbling up at the playful antics of their friends. "Oh, I know! The sparks were practically flying between them," she replied, her eyes sparkling with amusement.As Selene and Orion settled in for their in
Selene's heart fluttered at his words, memories of that day flooding back to her with overwhelming clarity. She remembered the warmth of his smile, the kindness in his eyes, and the way he had paid for her coffee without a second thought.Orion's gaze never wavered as he continued, his voice filled with sincerity. "Since that day, you've brought so much light and love into my life. You've been my rock, my confidante, and my greatest source of joy. And as I stand here before you now, I realize that I never want to spend another day without you by my side."Tears streamed down Selene's cheeks as she listened, her heart overflowing with love for the man kneeling before her. Every word he spoke resonated deep within her soul, reaffirming the depth of their connection and the strength of their bond."And so, Selene," Orion concluded, his voice filled with emotion, "I ask you now, in front of our family and friends, will you do me the honor of becoming my wife? Will you stand by my side, th
"Actually, Selene, I was thinking we should get the cake from that bakery across town," Maya interjected, her tone eager.Selene's brow furrowed in confusion. "Across town? Maya, that's quite a distance. Are you sure?"Maya's enthusiasm didn't waver. "I know it's a bit out of the way, but trust me, it's worth it for that cake."Selene hesitated, considering Maya's request. "Hmm... okay then. If you say so. We'll make the trip for the perfect cake.""Thanks, Selene! You won't regret it, I promise. See you soon!" Maya's voice exuded excitement."Alright, Maya. See you soon," Selene replied, still feeling a bit perplexed by Maya's insistence but willing to go along with her friend's plan.Xander and Xavier inquired about the sudden urgency, Selene explained Maya's unexpected craving for a cake from a distant bakery. The brothers exchanged a knowing glance, a subtle smile playing on their lips as they caught on to Maya's plan."Ah, I see," Xander remarked, his tone tinged with amusement.
As Maya and Michelle hurriedly set up the table for the romantic dinner, their excitement bubbling over, they dashed off to find the chef and share their plans."Chef, chef!" Maya exclaimed breathlessly, her eyes shining with excitement as she approached the elderly man.The chef looked up from his cooking with a bemused smile, his eyes crinkling at the corners as he took in the eager expressions of the two sisters. "What's all the excitement about, girls?" he asked, his voice filled with amusement.Michelle leaned in close, her voice barely above a whisper as she shared their secret plan with the chef. "We're setting up a romantic dinner for our brother, Orion," she explained, her tone filled with excitement. "He's going to propose to his girlfriend tonight!"The chef's eyes widened in surprise, a chuckle escaping his lips at the news. "Well, well, it's about time," he remarked, his voice tinged with amusement. "Orion's a good man. He deserves happiness."Maya and Michelle nodded eag