Alessia's POVThe doctor who came to treat mum seem to enjoy putting people to sleep a whole lot. For two straight days, I haven't been able to talk to her. Everytime I go into her room, she is asleep. I just can't imagine how much pain she must have been experiencing for her to have indulged in the sleep so peacefully.I got dressed for school quite early hoping to catch her awake. To my relief, she was awake and Cara stood by her side tending to her.Mum smiled when she saw me. "Hey, baby."I mirrored her expression. "I was just about to ask the doctor what the hell she injected you with."She and Cara laughed lighlt, I know I can be loud sometimes. "come here, honey." She called out to me, nodding towards Cara to excuse us. I sat next to her on the bed, leaning on the bed frame. My eyes lingered on her wounded part, and it had me filled with rage. Against nobody else but grandpa Gregory. It's his fault that my mum has to endure this pain."You really can't blame him baby." Mum sai
Collin's POVIf I knew Patrick was such a sissy, I would have rode the bus instead. All through the ride to school his mouth kept blabbing unrealistic things that could have happened to Ariel. The guy is smitten already. I wish I could tell him the least of his worry is Ariel getting raped.I am more concerned about not her fur not being hanged for pleasure by the hunters. Despite Patrick's protest to call the police. I told him not to, I have no idea how to explain my reasons to him. But, he appears calm at the moment and it's giving me enough time to think. There has to be a pattern to this. My mind drifted back to the night I saw her, she looked scared and jumpy. Her eyes darted around as if she was worried someone was out to get her. Why didn't she talk to me then? I and Ariel were really close back in the city we moved from. Did she not trust me enough?By the time we arrived the car park, Ashley and Tephanie who were talking randomly. Patrick had blurted it out to them. Tephani
Collin's POV"No! No! You are not about to drag me into this mess. Aren't you scared for your life?" Seth bickered at me, his face looking tensed. This is the very first time since I have known my brother to look so bothered and serious about something. He never seem to worry about a thing. I sighed holding up my waist with both of my hands. After finding a means to escape Alessia and the others. I had called Seth out before he settled into class activities, to help me find Ariel. His smell sense is the strongest in the family. "Ariel is one of us, Seth." I told him.Seth shook his head in defiance, "don't tell me that. You are my brother, Ariel is just another werewolf." He toned down his voice at the mention of that. "Can you stop being selfish?" "But I am the one being reasonable here, Collin. What if we are also walking into a damn trap ourselves. How in the world did she get herself roped up in all of this in the first place?" I was really beginning to feel frustrated at Se
Collin's POVWe had practically toured the whole of the woods and still couldn't find her. My enthusiasm was beginning to thin out slowly. I doubt if I still want to keep up with checking around. But to my aurprise, Seth appears to be more pumped by each passing minute. "Do you think it's still possible to find her?" I asked him, when we got together again. "I believe so, I can still catch her scent faintly. It can only be two things, she had been here a while ago or she did well in hiding her scent."I nodded, still trying to think on what to do. All of a sudden Seth slapped my shoulder. "Man! I groaned. "Why did you hit me?" "You have sharp listening ears." He mumbled"Don't even go there." I sniffed. "Collin! You can't have me use one of my best abilities and decide to hide yours." He bellowed "I doubt if it would work." I mused.I had sworn to myself to not use my hearing ability anymore, since all it does hear results into a sad scene. I discovered when I was twelve that my
Collin's POVMy heart was in my mouth as I watched mum and Annette fuss over Ariel. We couldn't take her to the hospital, since she would need to be treated by a fellow werewolf. Seth had run down to the shop to get Ester and Annette to help revive her. The both of them had learnt some basic first aid as a means of survival.The moment Seth had told me she moved, the both of us had ran as fast as our legs could carry us, while she was on my back. I had no idea of what ran through my mind as we made it home. If anything happens to Ariel without bringing those bastards who chose to hurt her to book. I might as well start having sleepless nights from now. "How is she, mum?" I asked for the umpteenth time. "Chill out, man. She would be fine!" Seth responded, sounding exhausted. I was just as worn out as he was, but I just couldn't keep still. Annette moved past me, rubbing at me shoulder lightly. "You should rest up, Collin. From the look of things, she is only dehydrated." She inform
Author's POVThe entire family of the McAlesters stared at Ariel with so many questions in their eyes. But were polite enough to not ask her directly. Letting her eat with enough breathing space, was just enough for her.Ariel sighed as she tried to swallow the food she was chewing. Her body still ached from the pain it had endured. Even her wolf was unmoving, her soul grinded to dust. Ariel wouldn't be surprised if they don't allow her stay with them. Everyone is being protective of their families. Clearing her throat, Ariel looked up at them catching their gaze. "I know this is off for you all to see. And I am mostly grateful for your understanding and not probing me. I would clearly understand it, if you won't let me stay." Charlie sat up, "why would we send off one of our own. We just need you to be very sincere with us. None of us here knows you well, except Collin. It's not like we don't trust the words of our son, we just need to hear you speak for yourself."Collin looked to
Collin's POVI just can't take it anymore, for how long will this continue. For how fucking long! It's not our fault that we have been made this way. Why won't the humans just suck up that fact and rest? Ariel had been mindful enough to keep all of the silver scars away from my family. But I have seen them and felt how much pain she must be enduring. Those bastards had the guts to lay their filthy fingers on her. I couldn't hold In the yell as I screamed on the top of my lungs into the night. I had the same fate, parents killed by unknown people. I can't imagine what would have happened to me if charlie and Ester didn't see me that night. Would I have died also? Or probably become a criminal, tormenting everyone around me. The thoughts drive me mad, and I can't seem to keep them away. I should have known something was wrong with Ariel, she was too jovial. How did I not notice? Maybe, I could have saved her from getting hurt this far. "You wouldn't have been able to do much, if she
Alessia's POV"What did he say?" Patrick asked me eagerly. I would have never thought he would be wi concerned about anyone this much. But, I was more bothered about the fact that Collin just shunned me on not to act petty. What the hell? What boyfriend says that to his own girlfriend? "Alessia, say something." Allen urged. I rolled my eyes, "Collin says she is fine. And would be staying with him at his house." Patrick exhaled loudly, "oh, my! That feels so relieving to hear."He looked so tired, all morning he has been pacing around and mumbling to himself. Ashley and Tephanie had to retire home. But, Patrick chose to follow myself and Allen back to our house. Till I heard from Collin. Every of the other family members seem excited with Patrick's presence. I had almost forgotten all about our pretence deal. But, it was good for show. As it would keep them all off my back for the time being. "Thank you so much, Alessia. I would call Collin and ask for his address." Patrick said.
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