"Wow, he sleeps comfortably for someone who caused my heart to go into chaos," I said while playing with my fingers on his long beard.After we bathed together, he went straight to bed without even bothering to put on clothes. I only wrapped him in a blanket because if not, I'd overdose on his sexiness. There's a limit for my heart to take and keep up with how I could freely see his body.I simply watched him sleep, as I don't feel sleepy anymore after the extremely long sleep I got. So all I do is talk to the sleeping Winston and play with his beard while hoping it's his fur instead."Is this why you have such an unkempt beard?"Winston really is a busy man. I don't know what kind of affair his clan has these days, but he looked stressed and exhausted due to his duty as their alpha. He also has to take care of me and William. I guessed maybe his busy schedule caused him to forget to take care of himself."Oh, Sorry." I apologized as Winston suddenly bit my finger that was playing on
Winston, you are my sky; you are my clouds; you are my soft river; you are my melodious howling beast.I long for his presence, want his touch, and remember him in a way that ignites my mind, body, and soul. He is my cure, a source of sunshine, joy, and hope. Each time I fall in love with him, it's tougher than the one before.Each time, the sensation becomes deeper, more complete, and more alluring.Everything I could do to keep Winston safe, I would.I never assume he needs to beg for my affection; Winston never has and he never will. I have more love coming out of me the more I give it to him.Sounds insane, huh?I keep falling in love with him, and if there was ever a single event that tied my soul to this world of reality, it was that one.I understood that he serves as the clan's protector and that all of his brutal or vicious deeds are motivated solely by his love for the Lycans. How could I not respect that? How could I not fall in love with everything he is?When I first mee
I dropped my mouth open again as soon as I heard Winston's reason for kissing me out of the blue. If that's the convenient way to ask him to kiss me, then I would be opening my mouth every moment as if I were a baby bird waiting for mother bird to drop a worm in my mouth.Huk!I gasped because once again he put his mouth on mine, and unintentionally I gulped his saliva in, pulling his tongue too.I pushed him away to prevent myself from more humiliation, yet the reaction I saw in his face was a wild, sexy grin. He wiped his finger with his thumb before liking his thumb.I gulped in with this tempting and daring behavior while I made a few steps back.I feel like I will collapse soon from this overwhelming experience. I felt dizzy as I heard my heart hammering against my chest. I couldn't even understand Winston's words as he continued to speak to me as if kissing me was an ordinary thing for him to do."Are you okay?" he asked. He waved his hand in front of my face as he noticed that
I am so ashamed that I was born as a healer!First, let me tell you about my clan so you can understand my resentment toward my own clan.Healers are humanoid beings with a superior ability to heal. We are knowledgeable in medicine and apothecary. We know the herbs and simples that can restore vitality, ease pain, anesthetize, and neutralize poisons, and with our varying abilities, we can divine a being's state of health or sickness.Pre-awakening healers are just skilled at creating medicines, but once our major powers awaken, we can heal anyone with a single touch or command, depending on how huge our awakenings are.However, despite how divinely and reposefully our ability was, the healer as itself was not. Healers have a divinely beautiful and holy-like aura suitable for our healing ability, yet behind the saintlike front and godly beauty are just a bunch of vicious creatures.Yes, I include myself. I never considered myself good either. The only difference between me and the rest
I really don't want to leave.I'd always pick the Lycan territory if they were to ask me where I preferred to stay.However, I can't save my son if I keep staying here. I don't think Winston will let me move freely either. That is why I decided to leave and search for our son on my own.Naturally, I can leave without my friends help; I came here of my own free will, and I can leave of my own free will too, but I also can't leave them here since they came here because of me. I can't believe they have to stay here and act like mere humans just to keep an eye on my safety. I bet staying here with that disguise is not an easy thing. I appreciate them, and I would not want to bring them more trouble. Also, I will make sure to tell them later that they shouldn't follow me like this again.And as for my Winston, I bet he'd be furious, but I doubt he'll be sad. It won't matter if he's furious at my disappearance. I'll just make up with him when I get back since I'm going to come back after I
The terror in Winston's expression is like a mystery to me.Is he really scared that I am going away, or is he worried that he will lose the clue to where my clan's location is?I would not know the answer since I was the one who got away.I couldn't fully think of it yet, since I immediately took care of Drocer first. He instantly became limp as soon as we reappeared inside my office in Ademordna, a human city.I poured my power into restoring Drocer's mana, and after a few moments of being in pain, he could stand up again. He then used his restored mana to instantly clean our bodies because of how dirty and smelly we were after crawling in the sewer."Now that we are back, can all of you give me a report?" I asked as I sat comfortably in my office chair, but before I could even hear what they could share about my three-year coma in lycan territory, I jolted up from my seat and pointed my finger at the lycan standing casually behind everyone."Rowan!" I exclaimed.Rowan awkwardly smi
"Are you sure you don't want us to help?" Kila asked for the third time. They had already detailed everything I should know, and now I am asking them to return to their own place. They left their own business just to stay closely with me in Lycan territory. I know how concerned they are as my friends, but it's more of a burden than a help. I have to think of them while I take care of myself."Okay, see you around.""Don't forget to call us.""Don't worry us so we don't have to do things like this.""Stop helping those who are ungrateful."One by one, they left my office, leaving with different reminders. I had hoped to finally concentrate on my search for William, but one of my seven friends has yet to leave. He just stood close to the window while watching our friends walk out of my building. Actually, I didn't hear him speak even when we were on the run. What's his problem?"Why aren't you leaving yet, Cloud?" I asked without looking in his direction. I am worried about his concern,
Cloud should always smile, as his paleness and delicate features make him look less sickly. I know he is not physically weak, but the natural look of vampires really gives me the impression that they would die anytime soon, even though they are actually living dead.Despite how pretty his smile is right now, he still irritates me.I give up on making him leave and just accept his offer of lending me a hand.Please don't follow me inside the healer territory if we find it, okay?He asked, "Why, can't I?""There is no chance of me not coming back because they will expel me from the territory once they know I arrived." I said while sternly looking straight into his eyes. "If you don't want to be treated like exotic food, don't follow me.""All right, I always want you to be free."As I didn't have time to keep understanding all of his comments, I simply ignored his comment. I then rang the intercom and called my secretary.Glensyl is a dependable human employee I have. He takes over ever
Three years have unfurled like the pages of a quiet book since the day we exchanged our vows, promising each other a life woven with shared dreams and laughter.Winston and I were not the only ones whose lives were transformed into beautiful, peaceful passages on our page; the Lycans' quality of life also significantly improved.Although there are still rare occasions when we run into difficulties, we can see that we are getting better and stronger. Additionally, in that brief period, the Lycans successfully rebuilt the house that had been destroyed during our conflict with the healers.The Lycans are still reluctant to accept outsiders, but as a sole healer coexisting with them, I have come to appreciate the way of life I had been dreaming of.I can now interact with them whenever I want and freely admire and appreciate their beauty.I am on cloud nine, but as time passes, the quiet whispers of worry become more audible, like a constant murmur in the background of my life—Winston and
I should be saying my wedding vow by now if only these attention seekers didn't ruin our wedding ceremony.I could not help but sigh as I watched the Lycans leave the community hall, forgetting that I was supposed to be the main character of today's event.I can do nothing but continue to move in the same direction as they are.Contrary to them, who carelessly tore their formal wear to pieces, I carefully walked outside, taking care to protect my wedding dress' delicate details.I do not worry that a battle will break out right now.I am sure that the barrier my son built would prevent these healers from entering our territory, even if they bled while banging their heads against it.Now, the only issue was why this new clan of healers was arriving here on my wedding day.Why do they have to bother me on a day when I should be happily enjoying my time?Anyway, at the time I went out to the community hall, Wakkin showed off how he had changed as the Lycan leader.Wakkin's growl reverber
The early morning sun painted the room in a soft, golden tone as I stood in front of the mirror, my pulse pounding frantically in my chest. My hands trembled with a mixture of eagerness and unrestrained delight as I smoothed down the delicate lace of my bridal dress.I couldn't believe that my wedding day was actually here.I know Winston and I are already husband and wife, but doing the ceremony and experiencing the wedding is a whole different level of excitement and feeling.I couldn't help but bounce on my toes, the excitement bubbling up inside me like a champagne cork ready to pop. Every breath I took seemed to tingle with anticipation, and I had to remind myself to slow down and take it all in."Do not ruin the ceremony just because you are excited," I told myself as I stared at myself in the mirror.I worked hard to make this wedding happen, so I must be patient and enjoy it to the fullest.Originally, Winston planned a simple wedding in which we would exchange vows, eat toget
After the death of our dearest child, there is no way we can move on immediately, but we are trying. Also, the whole territory of the Luca Clan grieved for William's death and carried the will that our son left in everyone's heart. We have to rebuild the clan and make it stronger.In the days that followed, the Lycans tentatively stepped back into their old routines, navigating the balance between the past and the present. We rebuilt our homes, which had been destroyed by the battle, and restored the laughter we lost.Everyone is trying and working hard, and my husband was one of the lycans who was working particularly hard."Win, take a break for a moment!"I shouted without even knowing where exactly my husband was. All I know is that he is toiling away inside the construction site, helping to rebuild our mansion."Wait, I'm coming!" Winston answered right away.I glanced up to see him on the third floor before he jumped down to approach me.My jaw dropped as soon as I saw how his a
The lycans are finally prepared to start the party and give out their gifts.The covered court filled up as more Lycans joined us. I think everyone inside the territory came to greet my son at his impromptu birthday party."Happy birthday to you!""Happy birthday, boss William!""Happy Happy birthday to you!"They made a mess of singing the birthday song. I could hear the deaf tones more, and they also sang their own lyrics. It's funnier in that way anyway.When it came to crowd attention, William, as I recall, was very shy.As far as I remember, William was incredibly reserved in front of a group of people. But that shy side of him has long since vanished, as evidenced by the excitement with which he jumped and danced to the messy birthday song that was being sung for him.I happily sang along despite the messy singing."Blow the candle." I said.My son was still catching his breath as he finally behaved in front of his birthday cake. He smiled broadly while the orange glow of the ca
It took three days for William to be satisfied with the "play" he requested. We only spent one day at the amusement park and spent the following days doing everything William requested, such as visiting a marine theme park, visiting a kindergarten, pretending to be a normal human family, racing cars at a circuit, and shopping.Overall, Winston, William, and I were happy with our unexpected family outing.It was not all about play, but we smiled, laughed, and finally had time to talk to each other about everything we had missed.It was the first time we felt like a real family.I wish this moment would never end, but that was just wishful thinking on my part.I know what will happen in the end, but it is extremely difficult for me to accept."Shall we go back to Luca Territory?" William suggested.Winston and I looked at William with a surprised look because he asked about returning home out of the blue."What do you mean?" I asked."Mean by what, mom?""W-well, why are you asking to g
We will all die. Knowing that is the best information we could have—except for knowing when.Because we think that tomorrow or some time in the future will be close enough, we might put things off so much. And it always surprises us when we realize we are running out of time.It really took me by surprise—devastatingly!How am I supposed to accept that my son will leave me soon?Indeed, we are finally together.We are even flapping our wings in rhythm, as if we are having our best time.We appeared stunning with our wings.I looked at my son's and my husband's faces.Their expressions looked bright and relieved, as if nothing was wrong with our current situation.They smiled as they elegantly moved in the air.Am I the only one suffocating in my own hopelessness?I do not like the new reality we are living in, but I also cannot keep harping on how bad things are.No matter how much I won't accept it, I guess I just have to do what they want.I will see to it that William gets to see t
I was lost for words.I stared at my son, hoping that he was just throwing a bad joke. But his melancholy eyes, which were hidden by a fake bright smile, proved that none of his words were intended as a joke."Why are you so surprised, mom?" he asked. "You also do the same.""What do you mean? I am not dying at all.""It's because you only resurrected my father and a few others.""What?""I don't know about my father, but I care a lot for the clan. I don't want it to die out."Although his words were harsh, William looked at his father as if he was relieved. I suppose he does not hate Winston all that much, or has he ever hated him? Strangely, my son would always lead me to get concerned and anxious, as I no longer could tell what was running through his mind.He matured a lot.My baby grew in a flash."Second awakeners can revive the dead, but the price is that part of our life span would be taken out," William said. "They will come back to life like a butterfly.""Like a butterfly?"
The glow of the moon was faint, yet it still predominantly illuminated the night sky.The night is beautiful, and it even becomes more august because of the howling of the wolves around while the elves and vampires also join in, screaming out their joy.Finally, the battle was over, and the survivors had prevailed.We have all the right to rejoice, even if we murdered a lot of creatures.Greed, purpose, motives, and whatnot—I don't care what the others were celebrating. What was important to me was that, at long last, no more clan would prey on my lycans.Even though there are still other healer clans, I am confident that they will not attempt to come to the surface now that everyone is aware of their vulnerability."Finally, we can live in peace." I mumbled. I am still tightly hugging Winston in his naked humanoid form. I think I am getting used to seeing these wolves get naked after their deathly battles. I don't feel flustered seeing the wolves naked anymore, but of course, even if