Kacie
The pounding of two sets of footsteps behind me had my heart rate doubling. I was screaming internally as I barreled down the hall. I knew I was trapped but still held onto the last shred of hope that I’d be able to get away. I never really had a chance. By the time I made it down the hall, Viktor’s arms wrapped tightly around me, and I was stopped up in a tight grip. Unable, to move my arms, I kicked out wildly, but of course, he didn’t budge. I was suspended above the ground.
Viktor’s chest expanded behind me as his laughter bounced off the walls. Foolishly, I looked to Jake for help, he didn’t move to help me. If anything, he was enjoying it as much as Viktor. Of course.
“You can run to the ends of the ear,” Viktor growled, his nose pressed against the mark on my neck, “but I’ll always catch you.” Jake was by Viktor’s side and he leaned in, kissing my nose.
“Running only turn
Kacie Clara was the last of the sisters to walk through the door. She was devastatingly beautiful. She wore black jeans, a sheer maroon cropped blouse that fell off her shoulders, and a visible black bra underneath. Her black hair fell in loose curls and her light blue eyes landed on Viktor before sliding over to me. The orbs were dimly lit as they dangled from her ears. She practically glided across the room and sat in her seat. “Good morning,” she greeted me whimsically. “Good morning, Viktor.” Her eyes were on Jake, “Beta.” “Good morning, Sisters. We’re happy to have you,” I said. Nyx's smile widened at my words, Jade’s jaw dropped ever so slightly, and Clara nodded as she stared at me. Out of the corner of my eye, I saw Jake tense. “Did you guys sleep well?” I asked. Insert foot in mouth. Yes, I just asked them how they slept. A part of me ignores the worries Jake had expressed concerning the witches. I was well aware of what he thought of them but I ignored it. There was a p
“I never thought I’d see the day,” Jade teased. “Consider this the day and you’ve seen,” Clara answered as she flipped her hair over her shoulder. I couldn’t help but feel excited at the thought of going out with them. Having a girl’s day sounded amazing. I had a lot of questions and maybe this would be the chance to ask them things I couldn’t talk to the guys about. What did they think of me? Would the three of them welcome me as their sister? Was there something I needed to be accepted? Did I want to be? Yes, I did. I wanted to belong. “Well, I’m done eating,” Jade said as she leaned back in her seat. The sass was coming off of her in waves. “Not all of us are done, Jade. How about you do something if you’re itching to get out?” Nyx asked. Jade scoffed in response but didn’t move. “Before you head out, I would like to ask why you think Kacie is a witch,” Viktor said. My eyes about popped out of my head as I turned to look at my mate. What in the world was he thinking? We hadn’t
I’ve never seen Clara so relaxed and I definitely have never seen her giggle. She’s so enthusiastic that I can’t help but want her to keep being this way. I need to match her energy. I think I deserve a nice little kick back. I’ve never really had a close group of girlfriends and this feels like the closest I’ll ever get. Dropping the shot glass to the table, I open my eyes to find the world is spinning, or maybe it’s me? I steady myself and find Nyx's burning gaze on me.“There’s no need to worry. I’ll keep an eye on my sisters,” Nyx mouths.Clara’s cheeks are flushed as she pours me another shot. I’m not surprised as cold liquid splashes against my hand. Looking down I watch as liquid courage pours down my hand and onto the table.“There!” Clara squeals. “I filled it!” I can’t help the giggle that shakes my chest and spills from my lips.“That’s not what you did,” I said.“What?!” Clara asked.“That’s not what you did!” I yell.“Did too!” Clara says as she turns her attention to her
“Oh my gosh,” I giggle. “That IS a good idea,” I laugh. Clara linked her arm with mine. She wiggled her eyebrows and I nodded furiously at her. I tightened my grip on her as we scooted out of the booth arm-in-arm. I stood up and she giggled as she dragged me back. “Oops,” she giggled. “Friends?” Something lifted her up from the seat and placed her on her feet. I’m assuming she was talking to gift. Her “friends”. “I’m so jealous, I wish I could just float above ground,” I whined. “Say the word and I’ll help you float,” Clara said. “Although, I must say, I don’t think your boys would like that.” “True,” I nodded, “but we’re not worrying about them right now are we?” I slurred. “You’re right,” Clara said. “We’re going to feel boys.” “Yes! To the booooyyyyssssss,” I sang. “To the boys,” she repeated. Clara pulled me forward but I looked back over my shoulder at Nyx. She stared at me and gave me a slight nod. I smiled and faced forward. Our steps seemed to glide forward and if I w
The music cut and screaming filled the club. People on the dance floor were either running, backing up slowly, or frozen in fear unable to look away from the carnage. Blood oozed down his body while it spurted in other areas. A sickening thud announced the dropping of a head and Jake lifted his chin. Our eyes locked while the world around us spun out of control. A cool hand landed on my shoulder and I turned to find Nyx behind me. “Don’t feel bad for him. He was in the wrong here,” Nyx said. She was trying to comfort me. Her words were meant to be one of comfort, but all I could think about was the fact that he would still be alive if I had stuck to my schedule. Did I regret coming here with the girls? No. I was able to see another side of Clara because of it. Not just the usual cold mask she always presented to the world. I turned to find Jake as he got to his feet. He ran his fingers through his hair and pushed it back. The anger in his eyes was still there. The life he just took
An animalistic growl vibrates in Jake’s chest. In a flash of movement he’s chest to chest with Clara. His head lowered to bring himself closer with her. His body trembles with his anger. If I thought he was a danger to Clara I would intervene. I’d stop him if I thought he was going to try and physically hurt her, but I also knew Clara could protect herself. Clara lifted her chin, her eyes staring into Jake’s baby blues, the smirk on her face was evidence she wasn’t afraid of Jake. “What’s a matter?” Clara asked. “Did I say something wrong?” Clara asked. Jake didn’t answer. He just growled low and stared at Clara. “If I didn’t know any better I would think that you were jealous, Jakey.” She moved her head closer to Jake. “The question is who has you so riled up?” “Isn’t it obvious?” Jake asked. “You’ve done nothing but bring trouble. Now you’re dragging Kacie along. We don’t need anymore trouble or drama in our lives.” “So it’s the trouble that has you so riled up?” Clara asked. “Bec
Clara and I looked at each other. I didn’t find her threatening and I didn’t see her as an enemy. I definitely didn’t see her as the rival I once saw her as. Back then she had come to Viktor and asked him to be more. I even remember her saying she was willing to share. At the time, I remember hating her. I felt gutted knowing that someone had offered themselves to Viktor like that.At the time I felt betrayed. I felt hurt. I didn’t want to share Viktor with her and the thought of him possibly saying yes to that frightened me. Now that I look back on it. Wasn’t it hypocritical of me? I didn’t want to share Viktor yet after Clara left we let Jake into our relationship. I felt a tinge of guilt after our earlier conversation. Clara wasn’t wrong. Yet Jake hated her for wanting what he had.Was it jealousy that Jake felt when he saw Clara? Or was it something else? Was it something more? Was it fear that Jake felt when he saw Clara? When I looked at Clara she stared at me as if she knew wha
“What?” I asked.“It’s not my place to say this, but I can’t stay silent about this. Nyx, Jade, and I don’t have anyone. We don’t have someone to call our own and so of course, we don’t have anyone waiting for us. I shouldn’t be so peeved by this but I am. You’ve got not only one but two men who love and adore you. You’ve got one of them going home to wait for you and you’re taking him for granted. I know he’ll be waiting for you… and I think you shouldn’t take that lightly,” Clara said. Before I could say anything she continued. “If I had someone waiting for me I wouldn’t think twice about going home to him. I know you have two of them but you shouldn’t … I wouldn’t… I don’t want to be the reason you keep a man like that waiting.”I swallowed and felt a tinge of guilt at her words. I am lucky. I’m blessed beyond words to have two men who love me. I don’t think I was being cruel to Jake and I don’t see anything wrong with me trying to have some girl time. It’s not something I usually