When I woke, I found myself wrapped up in Dustin's arms under my warm bedsheets.I held a sense of fulfillment in my body that I would never feel again. I was wrapped in my mate's arms, and as this was the final day of the process (barely a day actually - it was more like a half day), so upon falling asleep, I had allowed Dustin to sleep in my bed, just this once.Well, it was less of giving him permission than him jumping into my bed, I just couldn't see a reason to put up a fight.As much as it hurt me, I pulled myself out of bed, shivering at my now cold waist, unnerved without the soothing touch of my mate.My movements seemed to wake him up. He looked around, slightly startled, but once seeing me standing besides him he visibly relaxed.He beamed at me, reaching his hand up to brush back his golden locks.Golden locks? What was I, his fangirl?As I watched him grin at me, I also saw the grin slowly dissipate as it seemed to dawn on him that this was the last day. At that moment I
I froze.I began to shake slightly, I pulled myself away from Dustin's warm, comforting embrace. I slowly allowed my eyes to detour up to his, and I saw the brief hurt in them before he composed himself."Oh my God." I choked out.He began to reach out towards me, but my hand quickly flung up, keeping him back.I began to slowly back away from him, it was odd to be so far from him without a piercing shriek ringing through my ears.My hands were shaking badly, so much so that I lost my concentration and Dustin broke free of his restraints, immediately running to me.He held my forearms in his hands, I knew that he could feel me shaking. I looked up, once again meeting his eyes."Holy shit." I hissed, breaking free of his hold."What the hell did you do that for?" I shouted, frustrated as I ran my hands through my hair, messing it up.His mouth dropped open as he stared at me for a moment before composing himself."Sor—" he began, but stopped himself, a thoughtful look graced his face b
I was entranced by the object infront of me.A simple stopwatch, an antique. The golden chain that was strung through the small clock had belonged to my father, the last thing I had from my old life. And it was currently floating in the air infront of me. I was not perplexed by the stopwatch itself, more of what I was doing to it. I was used to being able to move things with my mind when I was feeling emotional.But right now? Right now I felt completely out of it. I wasn't really feeling an emotion when it happened.I saw it laying on the ground, having fallen off my desk most likely, and reached down to pick it up, but before I could touch it myself, it shot forward and into my grasp as though I had moved it with my mind.It was currently spinning around in the air like leaves in the wind.I smiled at it, for once I was doing something without being incredibly emotional. I was in control, I wasn't reacing to something, I was just... acting.I felt a smile grace my face, before the d
The wolf stared me down like I was it's prey. It's hazel eyes seemed almost welcoming, if it wasn't for the situation, it's eyes glaring at me like I was it's worst enemy. What had I done? Gory, ripped flesh hung off it's razor sharp teeth that looked like they could rip me in half with a single swipe, the putird scent was like a vicious warning. I was aware that I would die soon. Vicious snarls tore through it's bared teeth, this was a situation that in no way did I want to be involved in. Yet i was. How had I gotten into this situation? I had no idea. I had no way to defend myself, all I was, was a weak human. I could not shift. I was powerless against the inhumane creature infront of me. His large jaws began to widen, it knew it had me at my knees begging for my life, he had me. The snarls told me he was preparing to gulp me down like a piece of meat. He didn't get the chance. My pack jumped infront of me, their own teeth bared, ready to protect me. Why? But this time my dre
DUSTINHer dark hair swayed in the wind as she sat on the grass, somehow it seemed greener, more luscious where she was sat, as though her very presence was affecting it.As much as I loved being here, with her. I knew that soon, I would have to go back.As an alpha, my worry for my pack was increasing by the day, and as much as I wanted to go down to check on them, I knew that there was no way that I could leave her. Not now, not when she had finally accepted me and we were getting somewhere. I had lost her once and I wouldn't do that again.Word had spread that both myself and my beta were gone from my pack. I had been gone for weeks and who knew when I would be back, and my beta was dead. Not that he deserved to be alive considering the wretched thoughts he had concerning Cassandra's death.It was an internal debate I was having, to go back, or not go back.I knew what the right thing to do was, if I left for just a few days I would have time to sort out pack business and put someo
DUSTINChase and Dawn continued to stare at me in complete shock, their eyes giving away their fear at what had just happened."What the heck just happened?" Dawn spluttered."That was my mate." I told them truthfully, narrowing my eyes as their own eyes widened in shock. "What?" I growled at their response."Let me get this straight, Alpha Veronica... is your mate? As in your life-partner?" Dawn asked."Yes.""Cool." Chase grinned, "She seems 'right"I shook my head, Chase had always been a good friend to me. Trust him to be okay with it.We walked back to the pack house, many pack members widened their eyes at me, shocked to see me again. How long had it been since I had last seen them?And I would no longer see these people. With that realization, each pack member I saw I would stare at with interest, memorizing each individual crevice on their faces. It was difficult, it was no where near as easy to picture their faces than it was Cassandra's. But It was important to me to do so.
For the first time in what seemed like forever, I was dreaming.I knew this, because despite the slight change in scenery, I could still feel the warmth of multiple blankets and Dustin's arms wrapped around me, along with his presence in the back of my mind, providing a form of comfort.I wasn't having one of my usual nightmares, I was with him.We were sat on a large patch of grass, a place that I didn't know, yet it fit in perfectly with the scenery provided by my packs land, I gently ran my fingers through the textured ground, tugging on the silky strands of luscious grass as we spoke, my eyes constantly interlocked with his.It was what you might call a meaningless conversation, there was no particular topic, we just spoke of whatever came to mind.And then a small force slammed into me, I kept upright, only slightly nudged by the warm being.I looked down to see a young child with her hands wrapped around my waist.She had plaited golden blonde hair with big blue eyes, her cheeks
I could feel us both panting heavily as we stared at each other."Is this okay?" He mumbled, going back to kiss me."Yes," I replied, an edge of confusion to my voice, but I didn't really care, I was too caught up in the moment."I just don't want to rush you into any new experiences." He said, gently kissing my neck where his mark was.It was hard to concentrate when he did that, but I caught onto his words quickly.I stopped him then, "What are you talking about?"He gave me a slight smile, I could almost tell from the look he gave me that he thought I was a virgin."Your innocence." He replied.There it was."Dustin..." I sighed, "I'm not a virgin."He froze then, "What?" He asked in disbelief.I could see in his eyes that he desperately wanted for that not to be true.His hands tightened around my waist, unconsciously bringing me closer as his jealously got the better of him."I said I'm not a—"He cut me off, "I heard what you said," He replied, his breathing suddenly laboured.H
The pain keeps on increasing and increasing. I shivered as a cool breeze hits my body. But I'm unable to decide why I am feeling so cold? Suddenly warmth fills my body and I absentmindedly clutch the cloth closer to me in desperate need to get rid of the cold and feel some warmth. Still uncomfortable with the situation I twist and turn. Finally, I give up and open my eyes. The moment I did, trust me, I wanted nothing more than to go back and close my eyes, sleep again and think that I am just dreaming. I was back. Back in the same place I dreaded the most. The same cage I lived in, few years back. But only this time, I had company. A warm shawl was draped over me, and I was wrapped in it. I think that's what provided me warmth. "Mischa!? What is going on in here?" I questioned my voice hoarse. I pull my body up balancing on my hands as I try to sit up. Mischa glances down at me worriedly and yells at someone and something about a healer. "Someone please tell me, what the heck is
BYRONE My head feels like it's going to burst any second now. When we reach towards the northern wing of the pack house, it seemed much like havoc. Turns out someone has been spreading rumors about a criminal; who escaped from our dungeon cell and is now hiding in the northern wing. That's nearly impossible, as I have my pack's best warriors guarding the dungeon today because of the fest. And Enrile just returned from patrol, so call it overconfidence but I know this won't happen. These gullible Luna's created the whole chaos, taking me away from my precious mate and from our moment together. I release a tired sigh. It's not always I receive some sort of response from Avery, but today I felt like she will agree with me and be my mate. Then of course it had to be ruined. My mate who would have thought. I smiled thinking about her dark brown locks and her warm hazel brown eyes which reflects every emotion so deeply when she lets them to be seen. Her skin is a perfect blend; neithe
"Mischa... W-Why?" I groaned, clutching my chest. Somehow the drug she injected inside me, hurts me in my chest. And I have no idea what is happening inside me. The twist in the tale is being an Alpha Healer, I can heal others but when it comes to me, my body betrays me. I heal at a very slow rate but that doesn't mean that I won't heal. And that is what giving me strength right now to stand and speak even after being in heart wrenching pain. "I'm sorry... I had no other option. I am in as much trouble as you are right now." She whispers unable to meet my eyes and I stumbling upon my legs like a drunk turn and look at the person behind smirking at me. Narrowing my eyes, I step back pushing Mischa at my back to protect her. But when I tried to shift, nothing happened. The colour drained off my face and the smirking man infront of me chuckled. "Unable to shift, Dear Alpha?" He questioned tauntingly. I swear if I wasn't tricked this way I would have just killed him right here. Witho
You know that moment of your life when you are facing a situation and you are in a big dilemma of whether to explain yourself and fall right in the trap or stay quite and face the consequences. I am stuck in the same situation. Xian played it well here. "I want Avery." He demanded "Because I have heard of her skills and I need her extra healing skills..." He added, and my stomach churns at the thought of going with him. No one knows him the way I do. It's all a facade. I doubt if he needs my healing skills, I know he wants me back for some unknown reason. He played it well because he knows Byrone can't say him no. Not in the pack meeting. It's against the rules of the fest. Fest is celebrated to bind everyone together and Byrone being the organiser if refuses to help, the whole purpose of fest will fall apart. This is the moment I regret not telling Byrone about my horrific past with Xian. I kept myself hidden from Xian for a long period of time, I had no idea he will find me
I smirk knowing well that I had sparked his Interest in me."You seem to have lot of confidence in yourself." He comments cocking his head to one side and raising a brow at me.I turn and look at him sceptically. And then I smile again. I know my smile and calm attitude irks him more than my confidence."You don't survive in this world if you lack in confidence." Is all I answer before I leave and walk towards Byrone, smiling at him, who is currently busy talking to someone. They can't be dealt in evening at the meeting.He smiles at me as he sees me coming towards him and stretches his hand for me to take. I walk towards him giving him my hand but he refuses to hold my hand. I look up confused and he just smiles and place his hand on small of my back."Here, meet Avery, my mate." He Introduces me with so much pride in his voice that for a second I'm so moved with his actions that I forget that other person is greeting me."Avery, he is James. My very old friend and Alpha of Destiny p
When you meet me first time, yeah I give you the impression of those womens who hardly knows how to dress up.I totally agree because I have been in jeans throughout my life, but when the event comes, I know how to dress to impress.Willingly or unwillingly, today, I want to dress nicely. As cliché as it sounds, but for Byrone. His opinion matters. I want to look good for him. I enjoy his eyes on me and well, I don't get lot of opportunities to dress up, so I'm gonna grab whatever I got.I pick the clothes and place it down on the bed after analysing for n'th times if this is 'The' dress for the fest today. Considering it's an outdoor event, so I picked a light outfit for a better appearance.I quickly dress up because Arena here has dutifully informed me that most of the guests had already arrived.Curling my hair, I keep my makeup light for a natural look with nude lipstick and kohl and pair my dress with black cutout heels.The day is clear and bright, radiating happiness and with
My senses became active even before my eyes. I can feel hushed murmuring somewhere around me but I can't point out who they are, my head throbbed and to add on it, I feel the burning sensation on my birthmark returning back.My life could never get better. I'm sure, I must be some defected piece or maybe I irritated God a hell lot in my previous life that he thought of sending me back on earth and take his revenge this way. Whatever it was, I'm surely paying for something that I don't even know about.My eye lid for the first time felt like weighed tons as I find myself unable to open my eyes. But my wolf ability allowed me to listen through the hushed conversation.It went like."You don't even know who she is! She is a bad news and you should send her off.""She is my mate. I'm listening to you just because I respect you and you were a good friend to my mother.""That's why I am suggesting you to leave her, let her go. She'll be nothing but a huge danger to you. I can feel it.""How
When I open my eyes I find myself in a different room.The bed is softer and the room is huge. When I say huge, I mean it. It's really huge.I throw the covers and sit on the bed.The room has big ceiling to floor length glass windows just like the windows back in my little room, partially covered by the silky curtains and allowing the soft rays of sun to fill in the room.The room is painted in luxory cream colour and the king size bed is placed against a wall in the centre of the room. I scramble out of bed and stand on my stature. The room has a huge mahogany desk placed against the glass wall and there are lot of papers scattered on the table.My sight runs around the room and settles on doors. The room has three doors, which I suppose is washroom, closet and the door to take me out of the room. I just have to choose the right one.But what catches my attention is a picture. Exactly above the bed's headboard on the wall is a picture. A family photo to be precise.The man is sittin
I never thought I'll be visiting a dungeon twice in a time difference of just 72 hours. But guess it's good unless they aren't putting me inside one of those silver laced cell.As we enter inside the wolf starts howling at the sight of Byrone but what surprises us is the calmness in them as we both make way towards the circular area. The sounds suddenly stops and all of them looks at peace. They are still inside their respective cell but all of them look calm.Byrone who is totally surprised keeps on looking inside the cell and then at me. And I have no idea why he is doing that."Avery?" He calls while looking towards a wolf inside the cell who by the mark on him, is a rogue."Yes?" I ask unsure of what I am seeing. The last time I entered here it wasn't same. The last time they all were howling though now that I think, yes, they were silent again after some time.What is this?"Avery, why is he bowing down to you? Not that I mind but a prisoner.. It isn't making sense." He asks nonc