We walked all the way to the beach. It wasn't very far and the walk turned out to be great as we talked about any and everything.We took a couple of turns towards the light woods, behind the street. It was a reserved area, safe for trespassing.As expected, as we approached the corner where the beach was, we started to hear pounding music in a tender tone, shouldn't be too loud or we'd be kicked out. Lights shone from this side and and as we got closer, we began to hear the soft chatters of the other people from school.I turned a look at Collin, gave him a small smile which he returned. With my hands tucked into my sweatshirt pockets to shield them from the harsh cold, we walked towards the beach where everyone stood around.There's a little fire made in the middle of some fallen tree trunks, where I saw Tephanie seated. She has a red alcohol cup in one hand, talking and laughing with some of the other kids seated beside her. I saw Jeremy standing over a high table and pouring somet
Patrick angrily cuts his hand away from his and let go off Collin's collar, pushing him back with a sneer. He turns around to face me, his eyes full of anger as he watched me. He watches me for a long while before leaving, his friends following him out of the gathering.I hurried over to Collin and reached for his shirt to help him fix it."I'm really sorry! Are you okay?""I guess this is how I'm gonna be getting beating if I wanna be with you, " he said jokingly "It's not your fault, Leesha" he added but still I felt responsible. Patrick gets into these fights with him because of me.I put down the cup on Jeremy's table and searched for a place to sit. I saw the empty seat around the fireplace and called him. We walked up and sat around the fire which was almost burnt out.We sat silently next to each other, watching the rest of the kids. My eyes caught sight of Amanda, Betty and Jordan involved in a long conversation. They seemed to be having so much fun. I was too until Patrick sh
I saw the disgusted look on my mom's face as she looked from me to Collin before fixing her eyes on me. But no glare scared me like that of Walter's.Walter steps up from behind my mom, his arms still folded and said "Alessia, what are you doing here?" I saw the anger in his eyes, felt it more in his voice. I quickly rose to my feet, looking down to see the poker look on Collin's face. How does he always manage to keep cool? Nothing ever surprises him."Uncle..." I stuttered."And who is that?" My mom asked, her eyes diverted to Collin.Collin stands up and speaks "I'm Collin.""And who are you?" She pressed."Mom, please," I cut her off "he's my friend""I think it's time for you to leave the party sweetheart" Joxer said with a mischievous smile.I turned to look at Collin for the last time and told him quietly "I need to go" I didn't wait for his reply before matching away towards my mom and bumping a shoulder with her as she still stood there staring at Collin. I walked away, out
Allen's POVWhen Alessia's face fell and her eyeballs did those funny movement. There was no doubt she could see I wasn't in the best of moods. The last thing I want at the moment is to be bothered, sometimes I wish things could be different for me. And sincerely, I might be caught envying the life my cousin has. All she worries about is being able to leave the house when she wants to and hang out with friends. Whereas, I live everyday wondering if I was rejected at birth or probably a situation that went out of hand and there was nothing else to do but to keep me away from my birth mother. Alessia sat opposite me her eyes watching every of my move, "what's the matter Allen?" I tuttered unintentionally, would have preferred if she read through the lines and left me alone. "You really don't have to bother about me you can leave." "I understand I came off to harsh on you. It was really painful when I figured you must have ratted me out to our parents."My irritation had finally reac
Collins POVI have never felt so humiliated all my life, maybe sometime ago when I really can't remember but tonight hit a bit different. I was having a good time in a long while with Alessia and her family couldn't just wait to help ruin it. Spending time with her made me feel safe and at home, she reminded me so much of my mother.Taking a seat on the bench under the street light just opposite my house. I took in a deep breath, exhaling into the silent night. Everything appears to be on a pause, like someone held it down for me to think. The night of my mother's death came rushing at me like a dam of enclosed waters.Sometimes, I wish my mum was still alive. The I wouldn't have had to be moving around like a nomad. Not to sound like an ungrateful bitch, it's just that I would have preferred living in a particular place and making actual friends. Meeting Alessia and getting attached to her is scary for me, but then the more I try to pull away from her the more something deep inside o
Alessia's POVA giggle crossed my lips as I watch Allen do a bad imitation of a moonwalk. I would advice he tries something else in deciding his career path, because in all sincerity he acts woefully when it comes to dancing. "Can you not." I pleaded amidst a chuckle.He ignore me as he bent down to tie his shoe laces. Still trying to make a bending move, I feared for his waist. The next sound might be a fracture in them. I had never seen him so excited before. This is like the first time we would be spending some quality time together if I must admit. But I'm actual truth Allen didn't act reasonable most times and there was no reason for me to let him in on my activities. However, he is family after all and had opened up to him. I hope for both of our sakes that I would be able to keep up the same energy and not me just doing it because I feel pity towards him. I am definitely sure he would hate me more for that. "You dress slower than any girl I have ever met in my life. What guy
Collin's POVThe weekend wasn't so bad after all, spent enough time with my family especially my brothers. And getting a hold of Alessia's text on Saturday had my heart singing. My wolf was happy through the rest of the day, and Seth couldn't help but notice me humming to myself. I must admit that boy loves to poke his nose a bit too much.I have never felt so happy to see the four walls of school like I did this morning. Couldn't wait to see Alessia. It felt like ages since I last saw her face. Maybe I came a bit too early to school, because getting to class only few people were around and Alessia was nowhere to be found except for her friend Ashley who had her face buried in her laptop.I wonder what got her so engrossed so early this morning, that girl takes life a bit too serious than expected. She wasn't even a nerd. "Good morning." I almost bit on my tongue when the words came out in a singsong tune. My excitement was getting the better of me.She raised her head a bit, must ha
Alessia's POVIt didn't take me much time to realize that I am not a fan of afternoon classes. The few periods to the end of school takes huge toll on me that I do nothing else but sleep. My phone buzzing to life and the sound of the bell announcing the close of school for the day had brought me back from lala land.Pulling out the phone I hissed at the display of the message. Patrick had dropped a text for us to meet up. The last thing I want to have to deal with is see his face. I don't know what it is but lately everything he does just doesn't sit right with me. Probably it has been so from the beginning, but the presence of Collin made me realize it more. At the thought of Collin my lips tingled, few hours ago we were almost at the verge of kissing. I didn't know if I was meant to curse at the bell for ringing or thank it from saving me when I was at the peek of doing something without thinking. But then the thought of kissing Collin wouldnr have been so bad. His looks are to die
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