ORIONHours turned into days, and still, there was no sign of Selene. Each passing moment only added to my growing frustration and desperation. And just when I thought things couldn't get any worse, my phone rang, and it was Alpha Dominic."Orion, we have a situation," his voice was grave and filled with urgency. "Over half of my pack has been killed, and we don't know what to do. We need your help."My blood ran cold at the news, realizing the severity of the situation. They had escalated their attacks, and Alpha Dominic was turning to us for assistance. It was a dangerous predicament, but we couldn't turn our backs on them, not when the threat was so close to home."Luca, gather the men. We need to move to Alpha Dominic's pack immediately," I instructed, my voice tight with determination. "We'll do whatever it takes to help them, but we can't afford to let our guard down. We need to protect our own as well."As we made preparations to move to Alpha Dominic's pack, the anxiety of not
ORIONI snatched the phone from him and pressed it to my ear, my heart pounding in my chest. "Maya? Are you okay?" I asked, my voice tense with worry.There was a sob on the other end of the line, and I felt a wave of panic grip me. "Orion," Maya's voice came out in a choked whisper, "Selene...they have her. I need to talk to you, please."Before I could respond, I heard a loud slap and a scream, and the call abruptly ended. My blood ran cold, and I turned to Luca, who was sitting at the computer, his brow furrowed in concentration. "Trace that call, Luca. Find out where it came from."Luca nodded, his fingers flying across the keyboard as he typed in commands. "I'm on it, Orion. Just give me a minute." I tried to keep my mind from racing with thoughts of what could be happening to Maya and Selene. I squeezed the phone in my hand, my knuckles turning white with the force of my grip.After what seemed like an eternity, Luca straightened up and turned to me with a grim expression. "I've
MAYAI could hear the heavy footsteps of Viktor approaching, my heart pounding in my chest as I knew that nothing good could come from him being here. I was already locked in the small, cold cell with no hope of escape, and now the very person who had put me here was coming to torment me further.As the door swung open, Viktor's sinister smirk sent shivers down my spine. "Well, well, well, Maya," he taunted, his voice dripping with malice. "I hope you're comfortable in your new home, because you won't be leaving anytime soon."I glared at him, my anger boiling over. "What do you want from me, Viktor? Why are you doing this?"He chuckled darkly, his eyes glinting with an unsettling madness. "Oh, you know exactly why I'm doing this, Maya. You betrayed her."My breath caught in my throat as his words sunk in. Viktor continued to speak, his voice low and venomous."She's just in the next room, you know. All because of your betrayal. You have no one to blame but yourself."Tears welled up
ORIONI walked out, the urgency pushing me forward. As I approached the training ground, I observed the selected few, the strongest pups, already engaged in their training. I felt a twinge of pride and concern for what lay ahead.Spotting the distinction between those in rigorous training and the rest, I scanned the area and saw all the pack members gathered, their eyes reflecting a mix of curiosity and worry. Climbing the podium, I felt the weight of their expectations."Listen up, everyone!" I called out, my voice cutting through the murmurs. "My sister Maya is in serious danger. A vampire has captured her."Murmurs spread through the crowd. "Captured her? She came willingly with him to harm the pack, you know, right?" someone voiced, echoing the doubts that lingered.I raised my hand, signaling for calm. "Everyone, calm down. Maya was under a spell. She didn't know what she was doing."A wave of skepticism washed over the gathering, but I pressed on. "A witch confirmed it. She was
SELENEI never thought I could feel this weak. The hunger and thirst were consuming me from the inside out. It had been days since I had been given any food or water. My body felt like it was shutting down, but I couldn't give up. I had to stay strong for Maya.Viktor had made it clear to me that I was the key to their plan for world domination. They believed that my blood held some kind of power that would help them achieve their goal. I wasn't sure what they were planning, but I knew it couldn't be anything good.The door to my cell creaked open, and my heart sank as Viktor strolled in with that smug expression on his face. "Good evening, Selene," he greeted me mockingly.I mustered all the strength I had left to glare at him. "What do you want now, Viktor?" I spat weakly, my voice barely above a whisper.He chuckled at my feeble attempt at defiance. "Oh, my dear, don't be so hostile. I'm just here to check on my prized possession," he sneered, his tone dripping with amusement.I wi
ORIONI led my group through intense drills, barking orders and encouraging the packs to push their limits. The training ground was a symphony of controlled chaos as each group honed their skills. The sun dipped low on the horizon, casting long shadows across the determined faces.Suddenly, a woman walked onto the training ground, her presence interrupting the focused energy. "Hello, people. I'm Adrina, and I would like to help you," she announced with a disarming smile.I stopped mid-command, my eyes narrowing at the unexpected intrusion. "Who the hell are you? Why do you want to help us?" I demanded, suspicion coloring my tone.Alpha Dominic of the Darkwood pack, who was overseeing another group, shouted, "Adrina! She's an evil person. She is Viktor's sister. Vampires are not to be trusted. They're planning to betray you."The revelation hung in the air, and the packs turned their attention to Dominic. "How do you know her?" someone questioned, the unease palpable.Adrina, however,
LUCAIt had been a rough few months. The pressure of training, the constant attacks from rival wolf packs, and the capture of both Selene and Maya had taken a toll on all of us. On top of all that, Orion seemed to be snapping at everyone, including me. I needed a break, a way to unwind and clear my head. Finally, I reached the outskirts of the town and made my way to a club that I had heard about from some of the other wolves.The pounding music and flashing lights hit me as I stepped inside the club. I made my way to the bar and ordered a shot of vodka, needing something strong to numb my senses.As I sat at the bar, girls began to approach me, trying to catch my attention. I couldn't deny that it felt good to have their company, but my mind was elsewhere. I needed to clear my head, and no amount of female attention was going to accomplish that.I downed the shot in one go and made my way to a quieter corner of the club, away from the pulsing lights and throbbing music. I found a s
LUCAAs Adrina walked into the room, a smirk playing on her lips, She suddenly froze. Adrina suddenly shouted and lunged forward, wrapping her arms around the new girl I had saved from Viktor's clutches. The room fell silent, everyone watching in confusion as Adrina held the girl close, her eyes brimming with tears."I can't believe it," Adrina whispered, her voice trembling with emotion. "Valina, is it really you?"The girl returned the hug, her own eyes filled with tears as she nodded. "Didi?""Yes, yes it's me."I looked back and forth between the two of them, my mind reeling. Valina? Adrina's sister? How was that even possible?"What's going on?" I asked, my voice filled with disbelief. "How can she be your sister?"Adrina turned to me, her eyes shining with tears. "I lost her when she was just a child, Luca. She was only 10 years old. I thought I would never see her again. She's the last child our mother gave birth to before dying."I looked at Ally, taking in her young face and
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