Author's POVAriel inhaled deeply as she stared out the window. It felt so quiet and lonely at the same time, calmly at peace. She couldn't remember the last time she had a good sleep. There is no way she would be able to thank Collin enough, for saving her. Her life had been brought to a halt that night she disagreed with Tom. What she didn't mention to Collin is the sexual abuse she endures in Tom's hands. He had gotten so accoustomed to ripping her clothes off her and had made it a point of duty to get down on her every night. But her wolf couldn't endure any of it anymore, fighting her way out. Ariel had run as far as her legs could carry her. Praying to the goddess that she doesn't get caught by the bloodthirsty wolf hunters. Tears lingered at the back of her eyes, Ariel inhaled again. Leaning against the window sill, she tried to keep the tears from falling. Ester stood by the doorway, with pity in her eyes. She couldn't imagine having a girl child and she gets to experience
Collin's POVI could see Ariel turn white at Tephanie's sudden announcement. It seem like she had run out of blood. My laughter hanged in the air as I walked towards her angry. "What the hell was that for? Do you want her to have a heart attack?" I bellowed at her. Seth stood in the way, turning his head to the side at me. "Easy, man. You haven't heard her out." Patrick was also on his feet with Allen. The ladies tried to calm Ariel down. "What exactly is going on?" Patrick inquired. "What's this all about Tephanie?" I glared Tephanie sniffed, "I didn't mean to, I promise. I thought they would be worried to know where she might be." I hissed, "you could have waited till you affirm what exactly happened. You just sold her off to her predators again.""It's okay, Collin." Ariel's weak voice pleaded. "I will explain it all to them." I raised a brow at her, worried she might spill her real identity. Her eyes seeked for my understanding. I ruffled my hair in frustration, letting her
Collin's POVThe vicious look in Tom's eyes when they landed on Ariel, I could almost smell the hatred from him. Whatever did we werewolves do to this humans? Even if our ancestors had acted wrong, we the new generation practically live like every other human. Why they find it so hard to accept us and who we are, would always amaze me. This is the more reason why it scares me to tell Alessia about my true identity, I might never recover from the rejection. At the same time, I know a day would come when I would need to be sincere about who I am.I just wish she would be as understanding as Ingrid is. My mind was drifting off again, I almost didn't see Tom being held to the ground by Uncle Gab. "What happened?" I asked anyone who was willing to answer. Annette rolled her eyes, "did you zone out again?" I scratched the back of my neck, "sorry." I mumbled more to myself than her. "He tried to attack, Ariel." She replied. I was just about to have a piece of his flesh, when he stared
Collin's POVI rushed towards them, my eyes searching the entire space. "What happened? Where is Ariel?" I asked hurriedly. "Sit down, Collin. She is fine." Ester replied, ushering me towards the empty chair. "She is asleep." Annette answered my inner questions. "Can you just relax please." "I have a strange feeling about this, that man appears to know more than one would imagine." Ester saidI rubbed at my forehead, "what do you mean?""You think I don't know what your father and brothers including you, have been hiding from Annette and I? We already know there is a scare of the wolf hunters out in search of us again."I scratched the back of my neck, short of words. There is no way I am going to affirm or refute it. Charlie never gave the permission to talk about it to the women. "But, there is nothing to worry about anymore. We know now that it was all just the theft iniitiated by Tom and his wife, using Ariel's wolf form." I explained. "Why are you putting it so lightly?" Ann
Alessia's POVMum looked better today, it's been a while since I saw her look that agile. The wound she got from the last adventure had really gotten the best of her. We were all seated in the large dining hall having breakfast as a family. Grandpa Gregory's order. Whatever was going through that old man's mind; I have no idea. It has been a long time since we were all complete at the table. Moreover, Allen and I have our meals most of the time in the kitchen with Cara. Eating at the dining table, seem to be too much hassle. It just occured to me that I haven't spoken to grandpa Gregory, since our last encounter together. In actual truth, I don't feel any sorry for whatever I said. I said what I said, and he deserved to hear every word that came out of my mouth.The table was quiet as a grave, the only thing that comes as a sound was the not so loud clanks of cutleries hitting the plate. Almost like we were being forced to come eat. Allen in his silly self; had started nudging me by
Author's POVPatrick grinned widely at the joke made by Ariel on the other line. She was becoming more relaxed. It's been a week since the incidence of her going missing and her assailant being trialed. To help her heal with time, she was prevented from resuming school yet. Patrick most especially had taken it upon himself to visit her right after school, the two of them had grown closer with time. And he can't seem to imagine a day going by, without having to talk to her. "You sound really silly trying to imitate me. I don't even sound like that." He laughed. Ariel snort into the receiver, "Alessia tells me you sound exactly like that. How did you move from that horrible Patrick to the one I am talking to right now." His heart melted at the sweetness in her voice. "Well, I met someone who had me gasping for breath. I couldn't resist the urge to change my ways. It's obvious you detest bad boys." She laughed heartily, "what does that even mean?" "I am the most popular guy in scho
Author's POV Patrick couldn't believe his eyes, he remembered uncle Gab had mentioned to him that Tom would be trialed for the offence he committed against Ariel. His heart thumped loudly as he forfeited what he intended to do in the kitchen. Heading back up the stairs, he smiled awkwardly at the help as she went back down. Crouching low, he hid himself next to the tall flower vase near the study. Luckily the door wasn't totally closed. Peeping through the door, Patrick affirmed the person he had seen was indeed Tom. "You acted so stupid. Why would you force yourself on her? This is why I don't hire Rugrats like you." Ryan spat, distaste evident in his voice as he rose up from the chair and poured himself another glass of drink. Tom was on his knees, "I am sorry, my Lord," he pleaded Thank you so much for looking out for me and getting me out of that horrible place. I thought I would die there. Just give me a week and I will get her back." Ryan stared at the man with irritatio
Collin's POVI sat on the roof, flipping my legs freely. Today, I woke up feeling light. This is the first time in years my sleep isn't haunted with nightmares. Maybe, I have been worrying myself too much over this things and its why I get disturbed by it. It's more surprising that, despite the recent things I heard from Ester and Annette on the possibility of my necklace being hunted for. I still had a good sleep and it feels really good. I'm beginning to think we all just worry for nothing. Inhaling the fresh evening air, I felt some sort of peace wrap around me. The only kind of worry that I seem to have is Alessia sudden despair mood. Despite my every attempt at making her act her usual way. Alessia still didn't respond, even though it's depressing to watch I had to let her heal from whatever it is on her own. But I miss her, at the same time I have learnt to give my loved ones the space they need. Lifting the soda I had brought along with me. Unscrewing the cap, I positioned i
Author's POVThe room appeared tensed due to the awkward silence, none of them could bring themselves to speak. Charlie exhaled loudly, finally finding it in him to make a sound. He had received a call from Brenda asking him to come with Ester to the house. However, they had arrived and met about three unfamiliar people. Charlie couldn't tell if they were werewolves or humans. They could be any of the two, he would argue more human because there was no traces of the wolf scent in them. Only if they had mask it well enough. Neither Brenda or Damien had come down to attend to them yet and it was making Charlie feel impatient. Ester noticed her husband discomfort, she placed a hand on his knee to help him relax. "What's wrong?" She inquired. He gulped, "I don't know. I don't feel too good about coming here, what do you think is going on? It's too unnaturally quiet in here." "Just relax. It's not like there is anything to be worried about when it comes to Tephanie's parents. We have
Author's POVCarla hissed loudly into the receiver, she hated it when Brian tries his hardest to give her an excuse. She had heard Ryan talking about Tom found dead and she wanted to know of everything that the frat had discussed. But Brian wasn't divulging any information. "You wouldn't like what I would do to you Brian if I find out you have been fooling me. I hate being toyed with and you know. I guess there is no need for me to try explaining myself to you. What happened during your meeting?" Brian exhaled loudly on the other line, "don't talk to me like I am one of your son's friend or someone you feed. I am none of the two, so when I tell you what actually is the situation of things you learn to take it as it is. He is suspecting me already and you know how brutal he can be." "Brian, don't mess with me. Try your best to find out whatever it is Ryan might be planning. And I need every information tonight itself. Also, don't forget to let me know when the next heist would be ca
Author's POVRyan's eyes almost jutted out their sockets when he saw Tom lifeless on the floor. He had thought it was a joke when he had gotten a call from the frat to inform him of Tom's death. It seem so surreal. "You did this to cover for you and your family right?" Brian was the first to flare up, his usual way of acting. Jordan cut him a glare, "don't say something you might regret Brian. Ryan how did this happen?"Staring in disbelief, Ryan chuckled. "You all must really think I am this stupid. Why would I do this? It's obvious there is someone among us who is doing all of this and trying to pin it on me. And I can tell who is trying to mess around with me." Brian's heart thumped at that, he feared Ryan might have found out about his constant meeting with his wife. His palm became sweaty when Ryan's eyes lingered on him. "Don't give me that look." He muttered hurriedly. "Why? Are you the one making things up?" Ryan retorted. "Does one make death up?" Brian threw back at him
Collin's POVI could sense the discomfort in Patrick's voice, something was wrong and he wasn't doing much of a good job in hiding it. We were all seated at the school cafeteria for lunch, everyone chatting away. Ariel didn't seen to notice him because of the juicy gossip she was having with the rest of the girls. I noticed our table isn't exactly complete, Allen and Ashley aren't with us. My head seem to be completely filled with different thoughts, and I can't deny that I don't feel like having any form of long discussion. Alessia understood this and gave me my space, it was much more enjoyable watching her have fun and not necessarily involving my take. I felt a sudden tap on my shoulder, glancing at the direction of the touch. Patrick motioned with his head for me to come with him. I kissed Alessia hurriedly on the cheek, before going with him. "I see I am not the only one in a deep thought." He chuckled as we walked towards the schools football pitch. I shrugged, "sometimes t
Author's POVCarla loved her disguise, the use of the hooded red dress she had bought unintentionally years ago finally came in handy when she needed it the most. Coupled with the round glasses and heavy red lipstick on her lips, she could be mistaken for someone else. It's quite a hard task outsmarting someone who is watching ones every move. But she wouldn't let that deter her, she had reserved a sit in the most busiest restaurant in fox city. And the location seem perfect because; none of those who have the high probability of recognizing her would never be found in such place.When she got to the private booth she had on reserve, Brian was already seated with his head down sipping on his drink like a just released convict. He blinked rapidly when he saw her. "Welcome, Carla." He stuttered. She rolled her eyes, sitting down with a huff. "I need you to give me a full update to whatever the message you sent me was about."On her way back to the house she had received a text from B
Author's POVRyan watched in anger as the few members of the frat stood in the hallway of his home supervising the installation of cameras and recorders in the rooms. They had chosen to come at the exact time Carla and Patrick had left the house. Almost like they were spying on the family's move. When the men hired for the job left everyone of them had an access to the installments to ensure whoever hears or sees anything suspicious will let the others know. Jordan was the first to speak. "Everything is all set now Ryan. It's up to you to do exactly as you are told now without doing otherwise. If something is to change we have to take the bull by it's horns." He saidBrian snickered, "there is no need to trust him with it, we would have to stay behind to be sure he does what is expected of him."Ryan clenched and unclenched his fist, he would really have to rethink that thing called selfcontrol and punch the guts out of Brian. "You won't come around to disrupt my home and still exp
Alessia's POVThe music blasted in my eyes as I shot the arrows hitting it's target like I was on some sort of cruise. It made me feel calmer and happy. I should really do this more, my shooting isn't all that bad. I have just been too lazy to practice. "Wow, what are you on woman?" Allen sat next to me, as I rested with my arms stretched out on the grass. I snickered sitting up, "do you always have to comment on everything?" He shrugged, "I can't just help but notice, don't crucify me." I laughed, "what exactly have you don't this morning?" "Ran ten laps around the field. Caught my breath about a hundred times and now I feel like the most fit person in the entire universe." "You crazy being. When would you act your age?" I couldn't hold back the loud laugh. He joined in still resting on the grass, letting out a loud sigh when he caught his breath. "I am trying to take one step at a time." "What's the matter?" "Nothing." He said hurriedly"You are lying. That was too quick!"
Author's POV"He is sensitive, you should have been more careful with him." Charlie said looking displeased. Himself and wife with Brenda and Damien were sitted in the latter's study after excusing themselves from the dining table.Brenda shrugged maintaining her stand next to her sitted husband. "You can't blame me. There has to be a way to point this things out to him just in time. We never know when trouble will knock and from the look of things this evil doers are getting closer." "Maybe we were too harsh on him, honey." Damien admitted, "he is just a child that has endured so much in his life. We could have been more patient." "Patient you say?" Brenda retorted, "my child's life and future is also at stake here. Don't you think it has me worried.""By all means I feel the same way too." Ester flared. "You are so concerned about your own daughter, you intend to put my own son in a fix and have him doubt himself. So you know hard the nightmares are on him? He passes out when the
Collin's POVI can't seem to understand this sort of dinner where the hosts pry into your life and discuss it so openly like they know you closely. Why Tephanie's parents would question me like I was the one dating their daughter, seem to surpass my knowledge. To cap it all my parents sat down saying nothing, there was no doubt one of them had exposed me to Tephanie's parents. Charlie it might be, because he kept talking about how they were leaders of the watch and how important they are. Not to forget their protective body would help us last longer in the fox city.I hate being at people's mercy and most importantly people meddling into my personal life. I kicked at the grass angrily. My eyes scanning the car outside the gate, Tephanie's compound was filled to the brim with different type of cars. Its almost like a silent message to visitors not to bother driving in.If that wasn't the case, one member or two of the family is obsessed with their car collection. They have the most we