Alessia's POVThere is an odd resolution that I have come to in this so-called Winters household. The members of this family of mine are immune to happiness. Especially my grandpa, I do love him but he can really be too much sometimes.And one of the days he does too much is this particular day and that is because my least favorite uncle; Joxer. Had run his mouth to the whole family about aunt Ingrid's new love affair. I should really whoop that man's ass someday soon. Poor aunt Ingrid that had returned home with a high spirit last night was about to be roasted with their so called family meeting. All the time that I have known her, I have never seen her so happy before.I bet she slept with a full blown smile on her lips. Just like I did to, last night was one of those night that wish will never end. Not me waking up this morning to find everyone sipping coffee like they are in a world class boardroom. Don't they take a long nap in this damn house? The moment I got down, Allen had
Alessia's POVThe weekend had been filled with unwarranted drama, but it felt nice since the spotlight did shift away from me and talks about Patrick. But I felt sorry for aunt Ingrid, she had to be faced with their malicious threats of all the things that could go wrong the moment she leaves. But she left anyways, got herself lodged in a hotel. And only decided to affirm she isn't dead yet by responding to the numerous texts and calls Allen and I bombarded her phone with, this morning. Talking about how much she had some good sleep after what seem like ages. She really has an unhealthy reaction to things. If I had been the one sent out of the house and told never to come back. I would have sat by the gate seeking for mercy.But that is definitely the perks of having a job and your own money. Lesson learnt I should really get a skill incase I get thrown out of the house too. I wonder where Ashley and Collin are. It's lunch time and I have been waiting for them to join me. But they a
Collin's POVHearing the threat in Ariel's words, I know she wouldn't let this slide so easily. The main reason I had stayed away from her even when we attended the same school and were a bit close. Is due to how entitled and petty she is. It's beyond a pretty face for Ariel. If she wants anything, she wouldn't mind rolling up in the mud and splashing it over everyone just to get what she wants. I had avoided her enough due to her sour side. At the same time, she is a sweet person to be friends with. If one over looks the negative side to her. During the weekend, we had gotten an unexpected visitor and it turns out to be Ariel. How she got my address, I have no idea. At the same time I wasn't too surprised when I saw her and Seth giggling and chuckling. Seth knows nothing about courtesy and seeing someone's permission before giving them out to a probable assassin or what not. We decided to go out as suggested by Wayne, since Rodger would be leaving us soon. Ariel being around join
Collin's POVAriel had walked out on me right there, she did make an exit. I rubbed at my forehead, feeling a dull ache coming through. One thing I try as much as I can to avoid in my life, after seeing how much Wayne had to run from it all his life before finally settling with Annette; is girls trouble. I ran back to the school, to give myself off on the altar to Alessia before Ariel roasts me . Everyone who knew Ariel and I back then in the city we lived, all believed we might end up together. Mostly because, Ariel is super clingy and would stick to my side all the time. Ester was the first to notice she would be trouble and had clearly warned me to not go beyond the friendship level with her. When Ariel had come to the house during the weekend, ester clearly didn't feel comfortable. And now it's my turn to feel uncomfortable around Ariel. When I returned to the cafeteria, lunch was obviously almost over. I wonder how many minutes I was gone for. "Where did you go man?" Allen as
Alessia's POV"Do you mind, calming your nerves down abd stop prancing around the room?" Aunt Ingrid said to me, obviously tired of me disrupting her moment. After I and Collin had our altercation and I couldn't find him till the day ended, I felt a bit disoriented. Allen ditched me saying; he and Ashley have an outing together. I know I needed someone to talk to, or I might just lose my damn mind. No other person looks visible except her. I sat hurriedly on the bed edge, "how am I suppose to stay calm? He kissed someone else and I am suppose to act casual about it?" She raised a brow, "Errr, you haven't exactly told me how you went from Patrick to Collin. How about you begin with that first." I sighed in exhaustion,"aunt ingrid, maybe I thought I loved Patrick. But something different ensued the moment I met Collin. He is sweet, amazing, handsome." I chuckled at that. "He just makes me feel happy and special.""If you know all of this about him, how do you not trust him then?" Sh
Rodger's POVI had thought leaving my family would be a sad moment for me. But it's surprising how excited I am to explore the world outside. The excitement fills me up so much, I have been trying to hide it from them all to prevent them from being sad. Zipping up the bag that contains the things I consider essential and might forget if I don't area ge on time. I dumped myself into the bed, checking through my phone message notification. Ingrid had texted me saying she was almost ready.I didn't realize the time had gone that far. Sitting up with the intention of getting changed I heard a knock on my door."Who is it?" "Collin." Came the response. I should have known it to be him, he is only courteous male in the house. Who knocks before barging in on you."Come on in man." I called out excitedly, opening the door. His face looked gloomy. "What is wrong man?" Collin sighed laying his back on the bed. "I don't know Rodger, I am just having so much fear and concern for the future. I
Collin's POVDinner with the family and Ingrid went really well, we all had a good laugh. Seeing charlie and Ester, Annette and Wayne, Ingrid and Rodger all loved up despite everything going on around them and the flaws of each one of them they were happy. I had felt really hurt the other day when Alessia had looked me dead in the eye and not believe me. What bothered me the most was Ariel's threat of revealing who I really am to Alessia. I am less concerned about Ariel. What Alessia would think of me plays on my mind. "Ignore Ariel." My wolf scoffed. I guess i am not the only one irritated by her misdemeanor. Waking up this morning and making my way to school. I am determined to clear up the misunderstanding between Alessia and I. I don't mind having to follow her all through school like a lost puppy. "Someone looks lost." Patrick's voice bellowed from behind me.I had just made my way to the school hall after parting ways with Seth. Lost in my pool of thought, I didn't realize w
Alessia's POVMum woke up with a mood today, not her coming to pull me out of bed so early in the morning and asking me to get dressed. Not just any sort of dressing, but a smart one. My heart raced at the thought of me dressing smart, the last time mum had me out of the house. I was fighting for my life with the fierce looking men she and my uncle's locked me up with. I have been a bit slow lately and haven't been training right. It worries me that I might slack in a bit. Heading down the stairs, I saw Allen yawning endlessly by the couch. He looked like a sleep deprived racoon. I know I look better because I did use a mirror. As for him, he is nothing to write home about."Quit staring at me like that." Allen grumbled. Coming down the stairs with her tool bag in hand, she clapped her hands. "Get ready you both, Walter would be joining us this morning. But I need to test your speed first, and that is what we would be doing for this morning."I gave mum a once over, that woman look
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