Hmm, Joe's father still not happy with Alec. Does he suspect him?
.ELRISTEYA. I avoided his gaze. I looked everywhere but him. But I was not deaf. The way he answered the questions he was asked even though I could notice a little of reluctance, I still tried not to mind him. But still, I still found my eyes wandering towards him and I could not stop staring at him even as I tried. Is it the way he ate his food like a well-table mannered boy or the way he looked in the casual wear which I would say was quite different from the way he looked in the uniform, gosh, these clothes made him look young and … fresh. Okay, I have seen him in shorts but this… this is hot. Maybe it is wrong talking about him like this but I don’t know why I feel extremely attracted to him tonight. Gosh, I had fought so hard not bite my lips when I had gone to open the door and he ran his eyes over my bare legs like that. I knew he knew that I was staring at him because a muscle in the jaw was ticking. Was I making him uncomfortable with my gaze? Well, I would like it. While
.ELRISTEYA. Lestiana would be coming today. I had already arranged my room properly and made sure she would feel quite comfortable. I have not been to Lestiana’s house, not once but from the video calls we make, I can see that her room was more comfy and prettily designed than mine so … I am not saying this because I feel inferior or something. She is wealthy and you know wealthy kids always have this sense of wealth. Joe had abandoned me again and followed the King Of Silence. I guess Alec had not taken his car. Letting out a deep breath, I waited for my father and mother to finish their goodbyes exchange, scrunching my face in the process as I heard some smooches sounds. Oh please, I want to vomit. He soon walked out of the house and I shook my head as he turned to me. The blush staining was very obvious I knew that they could have done some freaky things inside. I am too old to see things like this. We got into his car and he ignited the car’s engine. “Grey!” I heard my mother
.JOE. “Hi, guy. Did you hear about Cahir’s birthday party this weekend?” Mark, one of my classmates, asked and I shook my head. I was not a party addict but I go sometimes. “It is this Saturday, will you come over?” He asked. That I would. “Sure.” I replied, patting him on his back before walking away. I sat close before Alec who was reading his novel. I shook my head and brought out my phone. Zoey and I had a fight again and she was not replying my text. “Guy, will you go with me to the party?” I asked him. He looked up from the book and gave me a blank stare. He did not say anything and turned back to his book then he shook his head. I let out a snort. “There’s nothing you can do. You are going with me.” I said with finality and he lifted his head to me fully. “Really? I don’t like parties.” He said. I scrunched my face. “Gosh guy, you are missing lots of fun like you know ladies and all …” He turned back to his book and I knew he did not like hearing me talk about ladies a
.ELRISTEYA. I might have heard wrong. Or is it my ears that heard it wrong? Alec just spoke to me... And he insulted me too. My lips parted in shock as I stared at him, words could not form in my mouth. Lestiana chuckled quietly and I cut her a glare. Really? “Hey, boy. You just told my sister that she was ugly.” Joe reprimanded him and still, he pursed his lips. Alec cleared his throat and said. “Her dress is short and exposing.” If I was shocked before, I am even more stunned now to say anything. I gulped softly and waited for him to say something to take that back but he did not. He avoided my gaze and I finally let out a snort. “What I wear is none of your business so keep your compliment to yourself,” I said to him and he gave me a blank look. Pulling open the car’s door, I stepped inside leaving them to stare at one another. Les soon stepped inside and pulled me by my arm. “You know he did not mean that.” She said. Joe and Alec entered the car and I looked straight a
.LESTIANA. I think I am drunk. I have never taken any drink like the one I had taken with Elris and it was the one that had given me this sudden confidence boost. My mother never let me drink, it was forbidden in my father’s house. I mean I am the little princess of the Cole Family. I should not be found in such a place but what can I do when they are out of town and there is an opportunity to enjoy my life for once? Elris had dragged me to the dance floor and I could not help but move my body to the beat of the song. Gosh, this DJ knows what music to play. The music was playing at a loud volume and I could feel the bass of the song playing vibrating through my entire body. I have the sudden urge to dance with recklessness. Just to move my body like it was only me in this world. The drink was doing something to me but I did not mind. My eyes glanced around the place and I saw Joe talking with some guys and the supposed birthday boy. Joe was handsome. No, don't say it is because
.LESTIANA. Death. I finally found the fastest way to die. Those who said there are 1001 ways to die did not include your parents killing you, did they? Because I did not read it. My driver could see the fear evident on my face, he has that pitiful look which only meant he knew that he was going to carry my corpse today. How did they come back so early? Even the way I flew out of Elris’ house like a vampire. Gosh, I am frustrated. I palmed my face and gulped down hard. What was going to happen now? I know my father is likely to throw a fit and my mother is likely to give me rounds of lectures but that means... I could be grounded which was worse. I felt the car stop and I raised my head, the view of my father’s house met me and my heart skipped a beat. Okay, Les. I stepped out of the caro. With every step I took, my heart beat increased. I noticed their car was parked right in the garage, double fear. I reached the entrance of the mansion and closed my eyes. Offering a silent
.ALEC. “So class that is the end of the lesson. Your next teacher is going to come soon. Don't forget to discuss the next topic among yourselves.” The female teacher, Mrs Lawrence, said and walked out of the class. The students began to chatter among one another and I was not in any mood for any talks so I picked the novel I had gotten from a bookstore nearly and focused on it. A familiar scent hit my nostrils and I let out a frustrated sigh. Not again, Samantha. “What kind of smutty book are you reading in class?” She questioned me and I gave her a blank stare. “What is it you want, Sam?” I asked her, my voice coated with venom. She arched a brow and smiled. I wonder why she was not terrified as a human and maybe she has her own secret or maybe not. She seemed too ordinary to have anything going on under her sleeve. “Concerning the party, I did not like the way to chose that bitch over me.” She said. My head exploded in an instance at the term she used to describe Elris. “F
.ELRISTEYA. Pain. I was in a deep agony. I don't know where exactly but it felt it was in my chest or below my back. I can't even place where exactly. I think it is in my heart. I clutched my chest hard and breathing became hard for me. My clothes was already wet from sweat. I groaned out in pain and tried to reach out for my pain killers but it was not close. I rose up to my feet. I was the only one at home. Father was yet to be back from work while Mother went to get some things from the store and Joe got his job too so I was the only one at home. It felt like the pain was choking. Just in an instance, our door was pushed open and slammed back, shaking the foundation. “Elris.” Alec’s voice yelled as his steps rushed through the steps. Hadn’t it been him that told me to leave now? He pushed the door open and ran in. In a swift motion, he was already holding me and it felt like his skin had burnt mine. I snatched myself from him. “What are you doing here?” I gritted out to him,
Everyone was shocked. Who had called for a party in the pack?People began to troop in one by one. Hadn't the recent crowning been done here? They got themselves busy with free drinks and food. Never has it been in history that parties as lavish as this one have been held back to back. The pack members were well aware of just how managing the Alpha and Luna had been. Their fist was so tight. Alec’s parents walked down the stairs, confusion etched on their faces. Maria walked alongside them, baffled as well. No one had the power to do it except the Alpha and Luna, the crowned Luna, who cannot be the one behind this because she was in prison, and the acting Alpha… who in this case is fighting for his life in the hospital.“What is happening?” Alec’s mother turned to her husband as she gave him a questioning look. The man shrugged. “I’m not aware of anything.”They both turned to Maria but as they saw the expression on her face, they did not bother to ask her because the answer was etc
.ELRISTEYA.I did not know how I reached my father’s house. All I could remember was Alec yelling after me and entering a cab then rushing into the house.I headed straight into my mother’s room, my heart beating erratically in my chest. I ignored the feeling of lifelessness that surrounded the house as I marched up the stairs. Pushing open the door, I glanced around the room and searched for my mother. I did not see any sign of her. I went down to the kitchen and yet she was not there. I searched Joe’s room before going into mine and then coming out, she was not in any of them.Where was my mother? Fear crept into my heart at the possible thought of what might have happened to her twinkled in my head. At this point, I was no longer afraid of the news of death. In fact, I was starting to brace myself.“Mom!” I called out and went back into her room. My eyes swerved to the bathroom and I instantly rushed over and opened the door.There she lay in the bathing tub, looking so numb. I ran
.ELRISTEYA.Every head turned to me, gasps ringing out from one corner to the other in waves. I looked forward at Alec and especially fixated my gaze on Maria who did not seem only shocked that I was there but also dumbfounded. I noticed her fake lashes flutter slightly. People began to pave the way for me as I walked towards them. I avoided looking at Alec because I did not want to know the kind of expression that would be on his face. Reaching the podium, I stopped and met his mother’s angry stare.“Why would you willingly accept what is not yours, Mariander?” I asked, dragging my gaze away from his mother and perching it on her. She blinked, her mouth opening to speak but before she could, I cut in. “This crown is mine, considering I am mated to Alec, and since he is the Alpha then I should be the Luna. Isn't that right, Alec?” I asked, glancing at him and he blinked twice before nodding in agreement.I faced his mother and inclined my head to the side, giving her an expectant look
.ALEC.I stared at the well-ironed tuxedo that was hung before me and I could not help the feeling of dread that filled my stomach. I was standing before the mirror with a towel wrapped around my waist. My father had refused that I leave the pack till I was installed as the acting Alpha and Mariander, the crowned Luna. Anger and pure fury clashed against each other in my heart and pumped into my veins.The urge the punch the mirror heightened. I stepped away instead and swiped everything on my desk away, the glasses clattering on the ground, making a noise. My chest heaved with heavy breaths as I stared at the shattered glasses. Someone rushed in and a scream rang out. I looked up to see my mother glaring daggers at me and I scoffed, turning away from her.“What is it?” I bit out, trailing the tuxedo with my fingers.“You should have gotten ready. The guests are arriving and you should be the one welcoming them and not your father.” She hissed. I caught the sight of her hands on her w
.ALEC.As I gently lay Elris on the bed, my phone beeped and I knew who it was but I did not bother to pick it. I did not want to, at least not at this point. I was needed here. I watched Elris for a few seconds, waiting to see if she would wake or not. When she did not, I walked out of her room, closing the door gently to prevent her from waking up.I walked down the stairs, her mother’s chatter filled the air. Joe had walked out of the ward, leaving Elris and his mother. I was worried about him but with Alerix with him, I knew she would not let him hurt himself so I was a little bit relaxed.I went to meet his mother who kept talking to her. The death of her husband affected her to the extent that her head was now upside down. All she needs is just a deep sleep and she would be normal again, feeling the agony of her losing him.She looked at me and rose to her feet. “Please, take care of my children.” She said and my eyes narrowed at her. I did not understand what she meant by that
.ELRISTEYA.I jolted out of the haze I was in and scrambled down the bed. With wide eyes, I stared at Alerix who was soaked in sweat and my heart dropped to my stomach at the fear of what she had just said. I ignored the itching on my neck.Joe was in an accident?“Where is he?” I asked, glancing around for the pair of my sandals and I found them at the corner. “He is admitted to the hospital. He is currently unconscious.” She said breathlessly. I wanted to ask her how she knew about it but I knew it was not the time to ask that so I rushed outside. Dad and Mom must not know that their son was involved in an accident. Alec got into the driver’s seat as I did also to the passenger’s seat. Alerix settled into the back seat, and without asking if we were ready or not, he ignited the car’s engine and hit the road.A few minutes later, we stopped before a hospital building and rushed down. We headed inside and Alec took the initiative to ask the nurses at the desk where he was being admit
.ALEC.Alerix was yet to come back and Joe’s phone was unreachable. I paced to and fro as several thoughts lingered in my mind. She had hurried out of the house and I could not even ask her what was wrong. She also left her phone at home.Gosh, I was so worried about her.“Lestiana has left the city already, Alec,” Elristeya said, staring down at her fidgety fingers. No wonder she has been quiet since morning. I did not know how to console her. This was how it was going to end, I already knew since the beginning. I let out a sigh and sat close to her. “We were not even able to talk out our differences yet.” She added.I pursed my lips, contemplating the next words I was going to say. “Little Moon,” I drew her closer to her and she placed her head on my chest. “Sometimes, some issues should be left undiscussed till you get to a particular stage of maturity where they can be addressed without much arguments and with more understanding.”“But what is the guarantee that I'd meet her again
.LESTIANA.I was finally leaving this city. I watched how my secretary moved around to do the necessary things and what did I do? I stood right on spot, feeling numb from crying through out the night. I remember what my mother had told me she video called me this morning.“Les, make sure you hide those dark eye bags. You know your father don't like seeing them.” She said, not even caring to look at me with concern. I sniffed in and nodded like the princess I was. Like the princess who could not be rebellious. Like the princess who would be told to jump and she would not ask how high it was. Like a princess who hated the title but still has to act according to it.“Yes, mother.” I swallowed hard. I stared at my mother who was quite busy arranging some files and I wanted so much to bear my heart to her. I just wanted to tell how I was feeling and why I did not want to leave this city but before I could say anything, the call got disconnected and there was no even any goodbye. I never go
.ALEC.My stomach coiled with rage as I glared at the sleeping figure on my bed. Fury pumped through my veins in place of the blood and I could not help but seethe. How could she? How could she do that to me? I thought we were already beginning to trust each other and she could tell me everything. My first curled as I tried not to let the rage engulf me but I could not tamp the feeling of distrust. How could she not tell me that?She was keeping a lot to herself and I did not like it one bit. I was even coming off what I was. She knew how strained the relationship between my parents and me was. She knew everything about it and she hid this from me. She let out some inaudible words as she rolled to the other side of the bed. Maybe I should go for a run, I needed that. I needed to clear the fog in my head before I table this matter before her because I knew if I were to do it now, more damage would be done than repair so I turned on my heels and walked outside, the midnight air slashing