“How is she feeling Grump?” asked King Herod with a worried look.
“Your Majesty, she will be fine. She just needs a lot of rest since it's her first transformation. She will get used to it soon.” Grump replied.Grump was one of the oldest werewolves in the kingdom, he was more of a healer and a doctor to the royal family. Tho not the modern society doctor.Grump gathered his properties together and left the room which Caroline had been brought into.She had regained her normal human shape. Herod looked down at his pale looking daughter. Different thoughts flowed through his mind. He couldn't bear the thought of losing her. She was the only thing that gave him hope and reminded him of his late wife.Herod let out a deep sigh, “The time has come Princess, I can’t cage you up any longer.” he muttered.He used the large soft blanket to cover her up, the weather was cold and adding to her condition she probably felt cold as well. He kissed her head and then walked out of her room closing the door slowly so as not to make a noise.***“I’ve been waiting for you.” A deep husky yet sweet masculine voice said to Caroline.“Waiting for me? Who are you?” she asked, she couldn't see his face clearly from all the mist just his shadow shown brightly under the moonlight.“Your mate Caroline, come fast!” he shouted as his voice disappeared slowly with the cloudy mist.“Mate! Wait, don't go!” Caroline called back as She ran closer to where he was but he was gone.Caroline jolted up from her sleep, her head throbbed loudly that she held her hand against it and groaned slightly. It was already the break of dawn but the sun.She sighed as she got up from her bed. She headed to the bathroom, she looked herself in the mirror and the memories of last night flooded back in. She looked At her hands And fingers which were long and hairy last night but they looked perfectly fine now.“Get it together Carl, it was your first transformation.” she sighed. She never thought transforming would be this painful. She had watched other wolves transform and thought it was funny from the looks on their faces. Now she was feeling the same way or better still worse. She turned towards the bathtub and filled it with warm water and soaked herself in it. The tension from her muscles lessened a bit. After she sat in the water for a while, she came out, headed to the shower and took a quick bath, scrubbing off the first on her. She rinsed off and left the bathroom.She headed to her Closet as she damaged through it looking for something simple and free to wear, she couldn't find any making her frustrated. She growled and screamed, scattering all the clothes in the closet.Seeing what she had done out of control, she quickly calmed down. Something was wrong with her. She felt thirsty and hungry. Her appetite grew large, something food won’t dissolve.She went back to her bed and slumped on it. She would just wait till a maid came in to attend to Her. She stared at the white marble ceiling with a blank look.It wasn't Long till someone came knocking at her door.“Come in!” Caroline called out.A maid walked in, bowing her head To the ground as usual.“Greetings, your highness.”“What is it?” Caroline asked, not impressed by whatever she cared to say.“I came to serve her highness if she might be in need of anything.”It was like the gods could hear her request at the moment. She turned lazily to the maid.“I need some human clothes, something free I can wear. I also need books.”“Would your highness tell me what kind of books she wants to read, is it more romance or fantasy?” the maid asked.“No, just history books. Werewolves to be specific, transformation and mating books.”“Yes, your highness.” She bowed and left the room.It wasn't Long till the maid returned with the things she was asked to bring.“Your highness, these are some of the clothes I could find from the human kingdom and here are the books you requested.” she said placing them on the bedside“Thank you, you can leave.” Caroline dismissed the maid. She looked at the clothes brought to her. They weren't so bad, there was a long white flowered flat dress which had no sleeves, a white plain shirt and two denim blue jeans shorts.She quickly wore the dress since it was the most comfortable among the rest. It had a layer of undergarment beneath it. The dress made her look like some abandoned fairytale princess. It wasn't all that bad.Caroline picked up the books, they looked so old and dusty. With an inscriptions that says HISTORY OF THE CREATURES OF THE NIGHT.She flipped through the pages of the book as she read about everything she wanted to know about Werewolves. She Saw how they transformed under the full moon and how they could shape shift.She came across a page that says mating. Werewolves are prone to go on a killing spree just to find their mate as soon as they transform.It explained everything she felt, the sudden hunger and feelings that surged through her skin.The idea of a mate Had never really dawned on her But now she did feel a part of her was missing. Caroline had never left the kingdom so finding her mate would be a hell of a job for her.****“Your majesty, the time has come for you to let her go you can’t keep her captive forever.” Grump said.“The world out there is dangerous, what if something happens to her? I’ll have to blame myself.”“Your majesty, we all know she is stronger and tougher than we think. She is no ordinary wolf. She has to find herself.”“Grump, many wolves are out there ready to attack her. I can’t let that happen. You should know better.”“The witch says she is a reincarnation of Tala, I believeshe still possess her powers.”“To hell with what the witch said! I can not afford to loose my daughter.” Herod exclaimed, anger and worry filled his eyes.“Sigh…she will eventually want to go away sooner.” Grump replied In a calm tone.Caroline walked in on them, interrupting their conversation.“Greetings Your Majesty, Greetings Grump,” she said bowing her head down.“Greetings your highness” Grump replied.“Caroline, why are you out of bed? You should be resting.” Herod said as he examined her clothes, which she wore.“I'm all better dad,” she replied with a smile.“That's great, but Uhmm…whar happened to your clothes?” Herod asked a confused look etched on his brows.“Oh! My clothes didn't seem so comfortable for me so I asked the maids to get me something loosed. Is it so bad?” she asked squinting her eyes, she hoped he would over look it.“It's all good tho, not so bad.” Herod replied with a smile.“That's great then.”“So tell me What brings you here, Princess?”“Dad…Your majesty i don’t know how this might sound but...” she paused glaring at him to see his full expression as she tried to form her words.“…I want to search for my mate.”Chapter 3I had already guessed that the King wouldn’t take this likely. He was looking at me utterly speechless and a bit disappointed with a touch of sadness.I didn't want him to feel bad, but I had to do what must be done. The book I read said when a wolf is yet to find her mate it is likely to go into a killing spree. The feeling of longing overwhelmed me, dad should know better. “Princess, you can't go out. The world is dangerous...”“…there are wild creatures out there ready to kill you. Enough of it dad, sooner or later I’m likely to take over the throne and I don’t know my surroundings. I can fend for myself.” I replied, interrupting him. I was tired of him saying that every time I talked about leaving the palace.Dad was feeling quite nervous as he walked to and fro, his fingers on his brows as he tried to sooth his worry.“Your majesty…”“Not now Grump. Leave us!” dad ordered “Yes, your majesty,” he said, bowing down and walking out of the throne room.“Please Dad, I'm n
I had been walking all day and was already tired as well as my horse who seemed to walk slowly and lazily now.I stopped by a stream to get a drink and give some to my horse too. The water was cold and crystal clear. I looked around the large forest where I was alone, the trees were so tall that they covered the light that penetrated the forest making it look darker.The sounds of birds whistling, insects chirping and the frogs croaking gave out a melodious tune. I dipped my feet into the water and started splashing them around. Not sure what I was thinking I suddenly pulled off my clothes and was in only a bra and panties. I dipped my head into the water. I was never a bad swimmer, part of my training while growing up was to swim just incase we found ourselves in between a river and we have no other than to swim away. I was in the water for a while till I heard voices above, I swam to the shore where no one would see me. I observed the people that were there they seem to be loo
“Your highness, please get up. We are under attack.” Jackson tapped Caroline.Caroline lazily opened her eyes. She rubbed them to get the sleep off her eyes. “Hugh… How?” She asked“I don’t know, let’s get out of here now. Ryu and the rest are distracting them. We have to get you to safety now.”Caroline quickly gets up and grabs her things. Her and Jackson fled in the dark forest. The clash of swords grew fainter behind them as they fled. They ran as fast as they could. They kept running in the dark path until Caroline missed her steps. There were so many slopes in the woods and they were very slippery.Caroline fell down the slopes, she rolled down the slopes till she was stopped by a huge tree trunk causing her to yelp.Jackson wasn’t anywhere close to her. She could hear the footsteps of someone approaching. She tried to steady her ragged breath. She dragged herself up and continued to run as fast as she could but her feet gave way and she fell again.Trying to stand again, Caro
The frail old lady had brought me into a large filled room which had bunk beds. I guess that’s where all the maids stayed.Some were sleeping and snoring loudly already, while some formed groups and were babbling about whatever. As I walked in I felt their whole gaze at me. Feeling a bit awkaI just put my head down and followed behind the old lady.“Here is your bed.” The old lady says as she stopped at the end of the room pointing to a corner. I looked in there and someone was already sleeping on the down bunk and the empty one above her was filled with junks. It was messy. I gulped and thanked the old lady.I watched her leave the room till there was no sign of ger again. Looking back at the old messy bed before me, I sighed not sure where to start from. I started bringing down the stuff one at a time. They were all dusty, this was my first time cleaning. I’m a fucking Princess for crying out loud. But I wouldn’t say that out loud.“Hello I’m Danielle, let me help you.” I turned
Danielle had left me behind saying she was never allowed into the main building and she couldn't lead me there.I sighed unfortunately carrying my broken leg as I limped. I wasn't even sure where the main building was located, the direction Danielle had given me was quite messed up as well owing to the fact that there were so many buildings in the compound which looked more like an estate or perhaps a maze.I came across a good-looking building which I ought to believe to be the main building. I wasn't even sure who I was going to see.The guards all stood in their positions with their faces mean. I could ask them for help and direction I thought.“Uhmm…excuse me Please is this the main building? I was asked to come here by the head maid.” I say fear is gripping a hold of me.The man glanced at me giving me some dirty creepy look which made me quite uncomfortable. I thought of going back to the maids quarter and ask for a precise direction but the stress of carrying my limped leg ove
I stood before Rylands’ intimidating gaze. I could feel his eyes hovering around me like he wanted to see the inside of my soul.His spacious office was all dark coloured and his woody scented cologne filled the whole room. It was a bit relaxing except for his stares that made me feel so nervous and the unkneering quietness.I kept my head face down so as not to stare into his soulless eyes.“Who are you?” He suddenly asks, breaking the Silence between us.“Hmm…”“You have to be fucking truthful or I will torture you till you beg to die.” he sounded so intimidating tho his voice was calm.I gulped in fear at the thought of the wicked things he would do to me. My fingers kept trembling by my side. My brain was telling me to run while me deets just glued to the ground not able to move itself.“Answer me!” he shouted impatiently stamping his fist on patiently.“I'm Jasmine, a common village girl.” I say stuttering“I’ll pull your fingers out one by one if you dare lie to me. There is no
“What just happened?” Kai asked, confused running his hands through his hair. He saw Ryland was in danger from the CCTV he had connected round the house to keep watch of him whenever he seemed to be bizarre.“Nothing.” Ryland replies nonchalantly. His eyes still gazed at the door Jasmine had run out from. “You can’t tell me anything, the whole kitchen is shattered with broken bottles and the cellar seems completely empty and you were kiss-” he cuts his word short and takes a deep breath not to get so mad.“You were in near danger, Ryland, you would have hurt her,” he says, his voice calming down a bit.“Well I didn't, she tamed me.” he says “Well good for you, but we still aren't sure who she is or where she came from.” “You can keep figuring that out. That's your work from now on, bring reports back to me.” Ryland orders him to get up from his spot and walks out the same door Jasmine has passed through.***I couldn't feel more embarrassed at what I had done and seeing Kai right t
“The Caribbean Pack seems to be growing stronger, they are making alliances with different packs with small numbers so they can lay an attack. We have to get more soldiers to grow our pack.” Kai explains but gets mad when the person who he seems to be talking to isn’t responding.“Ryland for fuck sake please pay attention.” his voice was a bit mad. Ryland looks at him and smirks. “Being an alpha comes with so many responsibilities, Kai, and I'm tired of them. You are capable enough of handling the whole pack situation and in a matter of time I’ll be no more.”“Fuck that Ryland!” Kai growls a hint of anger displayed in his eyes. “Let it all out Kai, it's just an emotion.” Ryland says taunting him “You know Kai if you keep up like this, you would never be the leader you want to truly be. You would always remain a Second. A mere Beta and that's why your mate rejected you, to flee with some scum dude." He hadn't finished his statement when Kai suddenly attacked him, pinning him against
The boy stared at her in a confused way. Why was she always saying things they barely understood? Ophelia could see their confusion and let out a sigh.“You need to invoke the spirit of Tala, she lies in your true mate.”Their jaws dropped. Ryland could feel himself getting uneasy at the thought of Tala. She had died long ago. Beads of sweat clouded his brow. Kai placed his hand softly on his shoulder to calm him down.Ryland swallowed, “And how do you suggest we do that? Jasmine isn’t an option.” “That's where the invocation comes in. It's life-threatening we can invoke her spirit, but whoever's body she lies in might suffer some dire consequences.” she slatted.“And what could these consequences be?” Jackson asked curiously. Ophelia frowned and then said, “Death.”Their jaws dropped, not like they didn't see it coming. “Couldn’t there be any other option?”“Well there is, but it's rare,” Ophelia stated. “The person could suffer loss of memory. Forgetting everything in her current
“Nice to meet you again Ryland Blackwood.” Ophelia voiced out as she locked her gaxe with Ryland. Her silver shade of eyes glistening with mischief. The boys were dumbstruck. Did this lady know their Alpha. Ryland was still cut off guard as he stared mopingly at Ophelia. “Mom, you know this people?” Belinda asked surprisingly as she broke the silence. “Be good Belinda, we have guest.” She sneered, then turns her back as she walks towards the bushy path. Belinda follows behind her, when they have walked a distance she turned her back and said. “Are you going to keep staring or come find out where I live?” She snarls, and keeps following her mother. The boys looked at each other then turned to Ryland. Ryland nodded his head in approval that they can go on. They followed the woman along the thorn bushy path. Conrad and Jackson kept making a fuss about the creepy insects that crawled on them. Kai walked quietly behind the two, ignoring their antics and observing incase any danger p
Ryland, Kai, Conrad, and Jackson had been on the drive all day. Conrad was taking the driver’s seat after Kai had gotten tired. Jackson took the passenger seat beside him. Ryland and Kai took the backseat, with Kai busy on his phone, while Ryland lazily rested his face on his palm as he stared out of the window.“Ahem…” Conrad broke the silence, “Do you think it’s possible to even find the witches? They have been extinct for years and it would be hard to detect them since they fit in with humans.” “I don’t know man, hopefully, the map leads us to where they were last seen.” Jackson chimed in. Conrad let out a loud yawn, “Damn it, I feel so hungry.” His voice croaky. “Same here,” Jackson added as his stomach let out a loud rumbling sound. “Bro, you are hungry for two,” Conrad said mockingly, trying to tease him that he was pregnant.Jackson then landed a punch on his arm, causing Conrad to swell carelessly on the road. “Watch out!” Kai screeched. He didn’t see a young girl cross
He pauses as he gazes into her blue eyes, his hand rubbing her blonde hair.“Jasmine, I always prayed for death till I met you. Now I see a reason to live and I have to live.”“What if something happens to you? Please don’t go.” She said softly. Her eyes filled with fear. Rylands chuckles dryly, “I can’t die Jasmine. I’ll be back, and when I return I’ll make you my luna. No excuses this time.” He smiled and pinched the tip of her nose softly. Jasmine knew she couldn’t hold him back; she would have to pray he came back safely. “Ryland, please address me as little rabbit.” Ryland was taken aback then a smile crept on his face. He was pleased that his little pet did like her new name. “Always.” He drawled.“And also you have to come back because-” she paused, swallowing the lump on her throat for the words that were to come out next. “I love you Ryland.” She blurted.Rylands’ eyes widened in shock. His little rabbit just admitted her feelings. He could feel his heart doing flipflops a
Jasmine fell onto the bed, she stared at the ceiling for quite some time trying to clear her mind of all that had just happened. Maybe a little sleep, just a little sleep will ease her worry. She could feel herself slowly drifting away. Ryland wouldn’t be back soon since he was in a meeting, so if she rested now and woke up later she would have enough strength to yell at him. Her eyes slowly closed and she found herself snoring softly. Hours had passed when she felt someone hovering above her. She snapped her eyes open to see the perfect shade of black eyes staring at her longingly. No this wasn't the time to fantasize. “Alpha Ryland,” she stammered sitting up as she rubbed the drool off her face. “Ryland…” his voice low and husky “…just Ryland.” he said as he pulled her in close, wrapping bus arms around her as he pushed her hair to the side, exposing her nape. He inhaled her scent and trailed her skin with his warm breath. For a moment Jasmine forgot what she had in mind, fro
Kai walked into Ryland’s study, his footsteps loud as he stepped on the woody ground. The room was quite dim as the curtains were all shut. He could see Ryland’s manly stature sitting right on his seat with his head leaned backward.Kai contemplated on what to say to him. Maybe he should tell Ryland what he just learned about, but he wasn’t quite sure. “Did you get any questions from him?” Ryland asked, his voice low but husky.Kai breathed in deeply before saying, “No he refused to say, he just kept laughing like a maniac.” He didn’t have the guts to tell Ryland the whole truth. He was scared that he might put his life in danger to save Jasmine instead. Perhaps if he separated them both nobody would die.Ryland straightened up on his seat, his icy gaze met that of Kai but Kai swiftly shifted his gaze. Though the room was dark, Ryland could see Kai clearly, his every movement thanks to his vampire features.“Kai,” he paused, then continued, “maybe I would be saved.”“What are the od
He slammed his lips on hers. The heat between them intensifies making the cold water which poured out from the showers a bit warmer.Ryland’s lips trailed to her nape, making her let out a gasp.“Ryland-” she whispers, but his sucking and nibbling on her skin cuts her words short, making Jasmine lose her mind entirely.Her hands unconsciously held on to his chest, she could feel her knees weaken.Ryland breaks the kiss were both gasping for air. His eyes glimmered in need. “Jasmine, touch it.” he uttered, his voice huskier than ever before. His skin was starting to glisten with sweat. His need intensified. “Come.”He held her hands and led it down and then in a second, Jasmine’s hand was cupping it.Jasmine was dazed, her palms were so little that they couldn't wrap his entire member. She was about to pull her hands back but Ryland held them captive.He held her gaze, peering into her eyes to get an idea of her reaction. A sly smirk played on his face. He kissed her lips again.“Move
Ryland gently placed Jasmine on the soft velvet bed, her eyes never leaving his face. He gave her a slow peck on her chin. He then turned to leave, and she sat up, her hand reaching out to stop him. "Don't go," she said, her voice soft and vulnerable.Ryland's smirk was devastatingly charming as he turned back to her. "I'm just going to take a shower," he said, his eyes glinting with mischief. "Care to join me?"Jasmine's face flushed a deep crimson as she shook her head, her eyes dropping to the bed. Ryland chuckled, the sound low and husky, and Jasmine's blush deepened.As Ryland moved towards the bathroom, Jasmine's gaze followed him, her eyes narrowing slightly. "Ryland, what's wrong with you?" she asked, her voice laced with concern.Ryland's expression faltered for a moment, his eyes clouding over. But he quickly masked it with a neutral expression. "I'm fine, Jasmine," he said, his voice firm but gentle. “What aren’t you telling me?”"Nothing that you need to know. I will tell
Jasmine had cleaned up herself after the mess she had done with Ryland. Jasmine burst into the room, her eyes shining with relief as she took in the scene before her. Danielle, freshly bathed and dressed, sat up on Kai's bed, her face aglow with a warm smile. Kai sat beside her, feeding her and chatting away, his eyes crinkling at the corners as he laughed. Jasmine's heart swelled with joy as she rushed to her friend's side. "Danielle!" she exclaimed, embracing her tightly. "I was frantic with worry! Don't ever scare me like that again!"Danielle's laughter filled the room as she hugged Jasmine back. "I wouldn't dream of it, Jas! Thanks to Alpha Ryland and Kai, who fought like lions to save us."Jasmine's gaze flicked to Kai, her eyes narrowing slightly as she took in the tender way he was caring for Danielle. A questioning look crossed her face, and she raised an eyebrow.Kai was at the scene but he didn't fight. Someone else was there, the person had protected her. She didn't get