Chapter 4 : Savior

Akira's POV

I rub my shoulders and shudder at the cool breeze that sweeps my hair back and forth.

The hairs on my skin rise in fear and the loud howling of wolves causes me to grit my teeth.

I shut my eyes for a brief moment and blink back the tears that threaten to fall from my eyes.

Now is not the time to cry, I have been doing that for the past three days and all it has done is weaken me physically and mentally.

Kaid is dead. I killed Kaid. I deserve to die, why am I trying to survive when I took the life of an innocent? Yes, he did cheat on me but I could have controlled my anger. Why did I not do that? I could have walked out of the house the moment I saw Elara and Kaid on the bed.

If only I had ignored them, none of that would have happened. Kaid would still be alive.

I pull my hair and break down into sobs.

My entire body feels weak, I am thirsty and my stomach hurts from hunger. I have not had anything healthy to eat for the past three days.

After running away from the Red Moon pack house, I decided to hide in the woods because I had nowhere else to go. I have no family except Elara and she betrayed me.

I have been feeding on strange leaves and drinking water from the river at the end of the woods.

My life has become a misery and I would have never imagined such a thing would happen to me. Look at me now, I am an entire mess.

My fate changed the moment I chose to take the fault for Kaid.

A shuffling noise and loud footsteps suddenly startled me. I jerk off the floor and gulp a lump down my throat.

I wipe away the tears from my eyes and pick up a tree branch from the floor. Have the Red Moon pack members caught up with me? Should I just give up now?

“Akira! We know you are here! Give up now and turn yourself in!” Elara's voice echoes loudly. I stagger backwards in shock and place my hand over my mouth to stop myself from making any noise.

How did they find me? Why is Elara here with them too?

“You are surrounded Akira, if you try anything stupid, you will get hurt in the process. Come out now and turn yourself in peacefully. Do not do this for yourself, do this for Kaid.” Elara yells.

Her last statement breaks me. I must be extremely selfish for trying to protect myself.

“Allow Kaid's soul to rest in peace Akira! Come out now!” Elara exclaims.

If I come out, I will be taken to the werewolf committe which means I will most likely be sent to jail for murder. I can not let that happen, I just got out of prison and the thought of returning there is scary.

I pick up my pace and start running. My heart races extremely fast and I silently pray to the Moon Goddess that I do not get caught. As selfish as my prayer sounds, I hope the Moon Goddess looks past my sins and answers.

I keep running until I accidentally bump into something hard. I look up to gaze at the culprit and a small scream escapes my lips.

“Shut up and follow me.” a deep and hoarse voice rings out loud. Due to the dark clouds, I can not access the features of whoever I bumped into.

What if it is a guard in disguise?

I attempt to run but the person grabs me by the wrist and pulls me closer.

“Trust me and let me help you get out of here alive. The guards have surrounded every nook and cranny of the woods. It would be difficult to get out of here without my help.” He whispers into my ears.

Who is he and why do I feel warm just by the touch of his hand on my skin?

“Who are you?” I snap at him.

“The only person who can save you right now. Stop being a bitch and follow me!” He orders. He does not wait for my reply, he pulls me by the wrist and drags me away.

“Akira! I can hear you moving! Stop right now and fix things before it becomes too late.” Elara yells, although her voice becomes faint which means I am far away from her.

I sigh in relief as this stranger pulls me out of the woods. We halt in our steps right in front of the river.

I rush towards the river and place my hands in it. I gather enough water in my hand and pour it into my mouth.

I pant heavily and turn to gaze at the stranger. The moonlight reflects from the full moon and shines brightly on his face.

His brown curly hair falls across his face, covering his left eye. His grey eyes access my features. I furrow my brows in confusion at how familiar he looks.

Who is he and have we met before

“You, you look so familiar.” I pause to catch my breath. “Who are you? Have we met before? What do you want with me?” I throw questions at him. My tone was laced with curiosity.

“Are you Kaid's wife?” He blurts out. My jaw drops at his sudden question. Why is he asking me that out of nowhere?

“Judging by the look on your face, I can tell that you are his wife.” He mutters.

Should I run? What is the assurance that this stranger is on my side?

“Follow me before the guards catch up with you.” He orders. He starts walking away but I remain frozen on the spot.

“Aren't you coming along? Or would you rather get caught by the guards and be sent to prison for murder? Mind you, murder means a permanent sentence. Your whole life will end in prison or who knows? They might just kill you before then.”

“Who are you?” I ignore his rants.

“I am Vincent, the only one who can help you out of this mess.”