Phoebe After finishing my first day of being back on campus, I’m sitting on the bleachers surrounded by loud people. I’m about to watch Liam’s football game, and I’m actually pretty excited. I’ve heard he is an amazing quarterback and that the NFL wants to take him in. I can’t wait to see him in action. As I’m sitting there, I feel a tap on my shoulder, and I turn to see Adrian standing behind me. “Can I sit with you?” he asks in his low and dangerous tone. I shiver in my seat. Adrian is beautiful, but, like always, there is a dangerous air around him. He is nothing like the boy I once knew but has turned into something far more predatory. I’m honestly a bit afraid of him, yet I intend to let him sit with me because I want us to talk. Not just here. I fold my arms over my chest. “I don’t know if I should let you sit with me,” I say slowly. My heart is pounding, yet I keep a stern look on my face. Cocking his head to one side, Adrian studies me thoughtfully. Even in a casual t-shir
PhoebeAdrian gives me a cruel smile. “Perhaps.”I narrow my eyes at him. “You’re such an asshole.”“Am I?” he arches an eyebrow. “I didn’t force myself upon you - I’m pretty sure you even kissed me back.”“Only because I’m unexplainably drawn to you! And I don’t understand why. Are you secretly a part vampire? Did you compel me or something?!”“No,” it actually doesn’t sound like he is lying. “I didn’t compel you at all. I simply made you surrender to your own desire.”“That’s the same as compulsion!”“Is it?” Adrian challenges, sounding amused. “Because compelling someone is making someone do something against their will, but speaking to someone’s desires and making them act upon them? That’s just me helping you go for what you want. In my eyes, that’s rather helpful.”I growl in my throat. “I can’t believe that I was ever in love with you. When I look at you now, I just get frustrated. You’re not half as cute as you were five years ago.”Those words make emotion flicker in Adrian’s
Phoebe “You’re hurt,” I point out from the passenger seat, which results in Liam gripping the wheel tighter. Hurt ticks against his jaw, and I wait for him to speak. “Of course, I’m hurt,” he glances my way. “You kissed Alpha Adrian when you were my Luna - I still can’t figure out why. Why did you do that, Aurora?” There is no easy way to explain what happened to Liam, and even if I did tell him exactly what happened tonight, I don’t know if he would ever believe me. Adrian spoke to my inner desire, and honestly? I’m not Liam’s Luna - I’m not Aurora, which means I’m technically not his girlfriend. I didn’t choose to be with him, but I also don’t want to hurt him because I’ve come to care about him during our time together. Sigh. Why do things have to be so complicated? “I’m not Aurora,” I say in a low tone. “I’m Phoebe. I used to be the Omega of the Eclipse pack, and Adrian was my first love. I’ve always wanted to kiss him, so all he needed to do was speak to my inner desires and
Phoebe I’ve lived with Liam for a week now, and I have the day off. Liam is playing a football game in another city tonight, which has given me the perfect opportunity to call Adrian. The only problem is that I’m nervous. My hands are actually shaking as I stare down at my phone. Ugh, do I really have to do this today? ‘Do you want me to do it?’ Aurora teases, and my face immediately flames up in red. ‘You’re a lousy inner wolf,’ I tell her. My mood has turned more sour than nervous. I still can’t believe Aurora threatened me and said she would call Adrian herself if I didn’t do this. It has left me with no choice other than to call him. Without further ado, I gather the courage to finally dial his number. The phone rings a few times until he finally answers. His deep, melodious voice comes on the line, and my heart beats like an unsteady drum. “Hello?” My cheeks are flushed, and I stammer like an idiot. “Uh, hi, it’s me, Phoebe.” I hear him chuckle on the other end before spea
Phoebe I still can’t believe that I’m on a date with Alpha Adrian - it feels so surreal. The sun is hot on my skin as I ride the jet ski with him. The waves crash against us as we speed along the coastline, and I cling to Adrian’s strong torso, trying to focus on the salty air and the beauty of the scenery. But it’s hard. Even through the fabric of his shirt, I can feel the rippling of his abs beneath my arms. Adrian barely speaks, but when he does, it’s something about how beautiful it is outside. I can’t help but agree and look around at the majestic view, but in my head, all I can think about is how sexy he looks. He’s mysterious and sexy but also reserved. We ride for what feels like forever until we spot a tiny island in the distance. Adrian slows down and navigates us toward it. I can feel my pulse quicken as we get closer. I’m not sure why, but I’m excited to take this break with him. Adrian parks the jetski on the beach and gets off with a smirk. I can’t help but stare at
PhoebeAdrian and I decided to spend the night on this island, even if things turned a bit heavy after he said he basically didn’t deserve me. I didn’t know what to say, but Adrian seemed to sense my reluctance to leave, so he called the jet ski company - it’s okay to return the vehicle tomorrow. For that, I’m eternally grateful, but this night didn’t turn out to be as romantic as I had hoped.Even though I’m lying beside Adrian, it feels like we are miles apart. It saddens me. He used to be my best friend, and now it feels like we just go on each other’s nerves.Could it be that we have grown apart?I sit up to watch him, mesmerized by his beauty. The pale moonlight casts a light blue glow over his perfect skin, and his long eyelashes fall over his high cheekbones to make him look even more like an otherwordly elf or something else inhumanely beautiful.“You’re staring at me...” He mutters, and I immediately turn away, embarrassed for being caught checking him out.“Y-yeah...I was ju
Phoebe I look at the hydra with wary eyes, unsure if it can be defeated. I haven’t awakened yet, which means I won’t be much help here. Dang. Will Adrian’s powers be enough to kill this monster? He struggled to defeat it when it had one head - now it’s even more powerful. Maybe we should run and call it a day just so that we don’t die? I look at Adrian, blinking when I see him step in front of me as if wishing to protect me with his own life. “You should get away from here,” he says, peering down at me over his shoulder. “Run to the middle of the island. I plan on unleashing my powers, but there is no telling what will happen after I’ve done that. I sometimes lose...control.” My eyes widen. “You what? You can’t do that if you lose control! What does that even mean?!” His lips twitch in amusement. I get the feeling that whatever is going to come out of his mouth will be a lie. He has a sort of mischievous look to him. “It means that I’ve accidentally killed pack members before,” he
Phoebe Liam is holding my hand while I call Adrian. The long empty beeps are excruciating, and when Adrian finally picks up his phone, my heart is beating so hard I’m afraid I might pass out. I’m so nervous to hear about what happened to my mom. Is she still alive, or did she...die? “Adrian,” I breathe. “It’s me.” He is silent for a little while before he chuckles in amusement. “I can tell.” Even though this is hardly the time, I smile a little before it falters the second I remember why I’m calling him. My heart clenches, and Liam gives me a hesitant smile before squeezing my hand reassuringly. “I’m here,” he whispers. “Just go on, ask Adrian what you need to ask him. Be brave.” I hand Liam a smile before blurting out the question that is weighing my mind, “Adrian, is my mom still alive, or did she die in my absence?” Adrian is silent for a long moment. It’s enough to make tears prickle behind my eyelids. I was gone for five years - of course, my mom is dead. There is no way—
PhoebeAfter everything that has happened, I have trouble falling asleep at night. I toss and turn in Liam’s bed, my mind plagued by nightmares and anxiety. No matter what I do, I can’t seem to relax. I wake up plenty of times, panting while scanning the darkness. It shocks me how Liam hasn’t woken up a single time from me twitching around. How isn’t he bothered by it?As I wake up for the billionth time, I glance down at Liam. He is sleeping soundly in the dark on his back without a single care in the world.“Phoebe...”My heart clenches when he mumbles my name - such a sweet guy. Would it be wrong to cuddle up to him? I want to, but I also know I have to decide between Adrian and Liam. I can’t lead them both on.‘But you need to learn the flavor of both of them before you can make a decision. Maybe seeing you with both guys will help the moon goddess too?’ Aurora helpfully asks. ‘It’s not a crime to touch Liam. You’re not exclusively dating Adrian OR Liam right now.’I hesitate. ‘Wh
Phoebe Liam is holding my hand while I call Adrian. The long empty beeps are excruciating, and when Adrian finally picks up his phone, my heart is beating so hard I’m afraid I might pass out. I’m so nervous to hear about what happened to my mom. Is she still alive, or did she...die? “Adrian,” I breathe. “It’s me.” He is silent for a little while before he chuckles in amusement. “I can tell.” Even though this is hardly the time, I smile a little before it falters the second I remember why I’m calling him. My heart clenches, and Liam gives me a hesitant smile before squeezing my hand reassuringly. “I’m here,” he whispers. “Just go on, ask Adrian what you need to ask him. Be brave.” I hand Liam a smile before blurting out the question that is weighing my mind, “Adrian, is my mom still alive, or did she die in my absence?” Adrian is silent for a long moment. It’s enough to make tears prickle behind my eyelids. I was gone for five years - of course, my mom is dead. There is no way—
Phoebe Liam is holding my hand while I call Adrian. The long empty beeps are excruciating, and when Adrian finally picks up his phone, my heart is beating so hard I’m afraid I might pass out. I’m so nervous to hear about what happened to my mom. Is she still alive, or did she...die? “Adrian,” I breathe. “It’s me.” He is silent for a little while before he chuckles in amusement. “I can tell.” Even though this is hardly the time, I smile a little before it falters the second I remember why I’m calling him. My heart clenches, and Liam gives me a hesitant smile before squeezing my hand reassuringly. “I’m here,” he whispers. “Just go on, ask Adrian what you need to ask him. Be brave.” I hand Liam a smile before blurting out the question that is weighing my mind, “Adrian, is my mom still alive, or did she die in my absence?” Adrian is silent for a long moment. It’s enough to make tears prickle behind my eyelids. I was gone for five years - of course, my mom is dead. There is no way—
Phoebe I look at the hydra with wary eyes, unsure if it can be defeated. I haven’t awakened yet, which means I won’t be much help here. Dang. Will Adrian’s powers be enough to kill this monster? He struggled to defeat it when it had one head - now it’s even more powerful. Maybe we should run and call it a day just so that we don’t die? I look at Adrian, blinking when I see him step in front of me as if wishing to protect me with his own life. “You should get away from here,” he says, peering down at me over his shoulder. “Run to the middle of the island. I plan on unleashing my powers, but there is no telling what will happen after I’ve done that. I sometimes lose...control.” My eyes widen. “You what? You can’t do that if you lose control! What does that even mean?!” His lips twitch in amusement. I get the feeling that whatever is going to come out of his mouth will be a lie. He has a sort of mischievous look to him. “It means that I’ve accidentally killed pack members before,” he
PhoebeAdrian and I decided to spend the night on this island, even if things turned a bit heavy after he said he basically didn’t deserve me. I didn’t know what to say, but Adrian seemed to sense my reluctance to leave, so he called the jet ski company - it’s okay to return the vehicle tomorrow. For that, I’m eternally grateful, but this night didn’t turn out to be as romantic as I had hoped.Even though I’m lying beside Adrian, it feels like we are miles apart. It saddens me. He used to be my best friend, and now it feels like we just go on each other’s nerves.Could it be that we have grown apart?I sit up to watch him, mesmerized by his beauty. The pale moonlight casts a light blue glow over his perfect skin, and his long eyelashes fall over his high cheekbones to make him look even more like an otherwordly elf or something else inhumanely beautiful.“You’re staring at me...” He mutters, and I immediately turn away, embarrassed for being caught checking him out.“Y-yeah...I was ju
Phoebe I still can’t believe that I’m on a date with Alpha Adrian - it feels so surreal. The sun is hot on my skin as I ride the jet ski with him. The waves crash against us as we speed along the coastline, and I cling to Adrian’s strong torso, trying to focus on the salty air and the beauty of the scenery. But it’s hard. Even through the fabric of his shirt, I can feel the rippling of his abs beneath my arms. Adrian barely speaks, but when he does, it’s something about how beautiful it is outside. I can’t help but agree and look around at the majestic view, but in my head, all I can think about is how sexy he looks. He’s mysterious and sexy but also reserved. We ride for what feels like forever until we spot a tiny island in the distance. Adrian slows down and navigates us toward it. I can feel my pulse quicken as we get closer. I’m not sure why, but I’m excited to take this break with him. Adrian parks the jetski on the beach and gets off with a smirk. I can’t help but stare at
Phoebe I’ve lived with Liam for a week now, and I have the day off. Liam is playing a football game in another city tonight, which has given me the perfect opportunity to call Adrian. The only problem is that I’m nervous. My hands are actually shaking as I stare down at my phone. Ugh, do I really have to do this today? ‘Do you want me to do it?’ Aurora teases, and my face immediately flames up in red. ‘You’re a lousy inner wolf,’ I tell her. My mood has turned more sour than nervous. I still can’t believe Aurora threatened me and said she would call Adrian herself if I didn’t do this. It has left me with no choice other than to call him. Without further ado, I gather the courage to finally dial his number. The phone rings a few times until he finally answers. His deep, melodious voice comes on the line, and my heart beats like an unsteady drum. “Hello?” My cheeks are flushed, and I stammer like an idiot. “Uh, hi, it’s me, Phoebe.” I hear him chuckle on the other end before spea
Phoebe “You’re hurt,” I point out from the passenger seat, which results in Liam gripping the wheel tighter. Hurt ticks against his jaw, and I wait for him to speak. “Of course, I’m hurt,” he glances my way. “You kissed Alpha Adrian when you were my Luna - I still can’t figure out why. Why did you do that, Aurora?” There is no easy way to explain what happened to Liam, and even if I did tell him exactly what happened tonight, I don’t know if he would ever believe me. Adrian spoke to my inner desire, and honestly? I’m not Liam’s Luna - I’m not Aurora, which means I’m technically not his girlfriend. I didn’t choose to be with him, but I also don’t want to hurt him because I’ve come to care about him during our time together. Sigh. Why do things have to be so complicated? “I’m not Aurora,” I say in a low tone. “I’m Phoebe. I used to be the Omega of the Eclipse pack, and Adrian was my first love. I’ve always wanted to kiss him, so all he needed to do was speak to my inner desires and
PhoebeAdrian gives me a cruel smile. “Perhaps.”I narrow my eyes at him. “You’re such an asshole.”“Am I?” he arches an eyebrow. “I didn’t force myself upon you - I’m pretty sure you even kissed me back.”“Only because I’m unexplainably drawn to you! And I don’t understand why. Are you secretly a part vampire? Did you compel me or something?!”“No,” it actually doesn’t sound like he is lying. “I didn’t compel you at all. I simply made you surrender to your own desire.”“That’s the same as compulsion!”“Is it?” Adrian challenges, sounding amused. “Because compelling someone is making someone do something against their will, but speaking to someone’s desires and making them act upon them? That’s just me helping you go for what you want. In my eyes, that’s rather helpful.”I growl in my throat. “I can’t believe that I was ever in love with you. When I look at you now, I just get frustrated. You’re not half as cute as you were five years ago.”Those words make emotion flicker in Adrian’s