StormThe door opens and look towards it and see my mum. I expect it just to be her; instead, both my dads walk in as well."You spoke to Aurelia," my mum states, and I nod."You didn't tell me?" I thought they would have."We weren't doing it to hurt you, but we realised you have to be hurt by love to learn from it. Us telling you wouldn't have worked. You refused to listen about Veronica," Darius smiles and sits."So why are you here?" I laugh slightly."Just to make you aware, we're here for you after if you need to talk," my mum says before hugging me."I'll be fine," I shrug slightly."Which we knew because Quinn is your mate. Had this happened and you not had a mate, it would have hurt more," my dad smiles. It's weird that they are so accepting of Quinn despite Darius' first reservations, even though he got on board this.Maybe because Julian was worse than Quinn?"You know where to find us after if you need us, and Asher will be on his best behaviour as well," Darius laughs sli
QuinnStorm is currently arguing with the guy she was upset over losing, which is confusing me. Before, I felt the love she had for him; now, it's hate. How have her feelings changed so suddenly? She was so angry at me for him leaving, and now she is telling him to stay away.I was told this was a quiet spot to sit, but it turned out not to be. It's the first time the guards have left me alone and now everyone is here."Just leave!" Storm shouts. "Before I send Quinn to get the guards," Storm glares towards him.I stand and wait. I'm not sure what guards I should get. Was she asking me to get them or saying she would ask when she needed them?"Shall I get help?" I ask, and her head shakes."He's leaving," Storm replies, but he laughs."You will do it, Storm." He looks at her, waiting, but she shakes her head. "You care for him, even I can sense it, which is how I know this will work," he finishes talking and moves quickly. I watch as his hand grips her neck, the other placing a knife
StormI'm not sure what happened or even how. I just know Julian was screaming, the fire was spreading and I didn't want Quinn in trouble.My plan was to grab Julian's hand and yank him into the water, but I never got to touch him. I felt a weird magic flood through me, and the water suddenly moved and spun around him.It drenched him, putting out the fire. Now everyone is staring at me, and I'm not sure why, as I don't know how. I never expected that to happen. I'm not sure how or why.We're all too busy being in shock to realise when Julian moves.He lunges for me, the knife in his hand. "You bitch!" My eyes widen as he screams and flies towards me. I've not got enough time to react.Suddenly, I'm turned so that I'm no longer facing him. I hear someone groan behind me, and the arms that had been holding me let go.I don't want to turn and see who it is, so I panic slightly. I look up and see everyone in the family. There's a thud behind me, and the guards rush over. Turning, I see Q
As the first snowflake settled, it whispered secrets of a winter tale waiting to unfold. A tale of pain, love and heartbreak.I push the brush across the wooden floor, even though there is nothing that needs cleaning. Alpha Draven expects perfection, which requires me to clean multiple times a day.God forbid a spec of dust falls. It might be missed if I only sweep once or twice a day."Mutt!" I froze upon hearing his voice. "Mutt!" Sighing, I place the brush down and rush into the other room. He turns in his chair and smiles at me."Yes, Master." I move and kneel, my head lowering as I await his orders."We have company tonight. Ensure the tables are set. There will be fifteen guests.""Yes, Master, I will get it done. Is there anything else?""These guests are important, and I trust that you will behave appropriately and follow orders tonight."I don’t have a choice. Alpha Draven forgets that it’s his choice, not mine. "I will, Master." I hear him rise and keep my head lowered. Unab
I stay with Alpha Ethan but can feel Alpha Draven’s eyes on me the entire time. I also notice Beta Luca watching me closely. They are expecting me to refuse, to fight. I can’t; it’s not like I have a wolf or power to escape them. It’s also not like I have a wolf to protect me and help me battle the weather if I am forced to kneel outside naked again.“For you.” I watch Alpha Ethan hold out a glass.“Thank you, Sir. However, I am not allowed to drink without Alpha Draven’s approval first.”He smiles, seemingly pleased by my words. I watch as he looks at Alpha Draven, raising the glass and pointing towards me. Alpha Draven gives an approving nod.“Now you can.” He holds out the glass, waiting for me to take it. I never drink. I would rather not drink. Refusing it, however, is defying the order that Alpha Draven gave me. So my hand wraps around the glass, lifting it. I take a sip. Coughing as it burns the back of my throat.“How old are you, Elara?” He walks forward, and I follow next to
I've cleaned multiple times again today. Alpha Draven has been watching me unusually closely, and I feel like something is coming. I don't know what, but something.He never usually pays this much attention to me outside of the bedroom. So why now?I followed their orders last night despite the immense pain I was in. I didn't refuse or say no. So I know I have not done something wrong with them, or at least I hope not."Mutt." I move and kneel at his feet. "I am busy; ensure the guest room is cleaned and ready for guests who may be staying tonight.""Yes, Master." He stands and walks out. I walk through to the bedroom and fight back the vomit. The memories of last night are more potent in this room.The blood is still on the floor and the bedsheets. Along with actual vomit because Alpha Ethan seems to have a fetish for gagging women to the point they are physically sick.I began to clean the room, removing every trace of evidence of what had happened to me in this room last night. It
It's been three days since I completed that application. My mind considers it as I wipe the table, ensuring everything is clean. Alpha Draven has been visiting Alpha Ethan and his pack.Apparently, the deal they are making is going well. Well enough for Alpha Draven to leave his own pack and travelIt's good, though; it means I haven't been touched for three days. I have barely had to kneel as Beta Luca and the others are busy doing Alpha Draven's work.Hell, I have even managed to get out of the constant cleaning and finally had time to consider the implications of that application. I'm sure Alpha Prime Darius will punish me for lying about it. I could be killed; I lied to the king essentially.It was an order to answer honestly, and I didn't. So will Alpha Draven have fun telling them I lied if he ever finds out the truth? Finishing cleaning, I sit on my mat, my eyes close, and I try to relax; I was told he is returning today. So I've made sure I cleaned at the hours I was required
"Why me?" I look at the guards as Beta Luca pulls me to my feet."You're to join the other candidates at the Luna Battle. Alpha Prime Darius has requested that you attend after your submission made the finals."My body stills as I’m shocked by their words. I never expected to be chosen. I feel Alpha Draven's eyes on me, and I know his anger is rising because of this. He can't refuse, he can't go against Alpha Prime Darius's orders, but he has the power to announce that I am already bitten and claimed by him.Standing, I wait for his words, and I wait for his refusal or acceptance. Surely he will speak soon?"Mutt, I suggest you pack your bag." I move quickly through the house and to my cell, packing the few items I have. Pulling off the top I am wearing, I winch and hold in the screams.Someone steps into my cell as I begin to pull on my top."He sent me to cover your lacerations." Alex smiles, and I turn. "At least you are free." His words are whispered as I bite my lip to stop the s