Brielle's POVAfter that strange dream yesterday, I wanted to avoid Blake. It would be great if he doesn't show up today as well. Everything is still fresh in my mind that looking at him would be strange and uncomfortable. Argh! Darn it. I don't even have time to do this. Today I had gym class and I had to participate. I was like an odd duck out because everyone knew each other and talked to one another while I just stood there wishing to be anywhere else than there.I took a deep breath and sighed. Calm down, Brie. This will be all over and you won't have to deal with this much longer. As I tried to go manage, I hear a group of girls attempt to whisper behind me." Hey, did you hear," a girl says?" Hear what?" another one asks." That girl, in front of us. The new girl is trying to sink her claws into Blake. I heard he broke up with Rea because of her." She tried to be his but I still heard it. I didn't turn around to see who was talking but I could still hear them. I remained compo
Blake's POVYesterday did not go as planned. I felt bad for not keeping my word to Brielle. She must be thinking the worst of me right now but I had something important to do. Not important than her but I couldn't give an excuse not to go. I had ro attend the annual Alpha meeting. I had forgotten about it completely. Father insisted I go there to establish connections with other Alpha and introduce myself to the community.The event was quite eventful but it turned dull and sour for me in an instant. I didn't know that Alphas could come with their mates to the event. I was green with envy just seeing everyone with their significant others parade around and have a blast. If only my mate was just like me, a werewolf then it would have been so easier to come with her so quickly.I hadn't figured out a plan of how to tell her about everything. The thing is, I know she would freak out and run for it. Today I intend to make it to her and beg for forgiveness if I have to. I don't want her to
Brielle's POVMy eyes opened and I couldn't see well. The lights were turned off so I couldn't make off what is in front of me. My whole body was sore like crazy. I groaned and closed my eyes for a while to try and get some relief. Something felt strange. The bed I was laying on felt strange and not like the one I am used to. I tried to sit up but it seemed like an impossible feat. I suddenly remembered what happened in the locker room at school. I quickly touched my body and felt no ice as well as no clothes. What? Was I dreaming all this time? What's going on? I used my last remaining strength to sit up and inspect the situation.I tried to reach for my bedside to turn on the lamp but there was nothing there. Huh? What's wrong? It has always been there so why can't I reach it? I tried to get out of bed but suddenly it felt like the bed was a little higher than I remembered from the ground. My feet used to touch the ground as soon as I got out of bed but not now. That's strange. I ma
Blake's POVI brought Brielle back to my house. I didn't take her to the hospital because then I would have to do a lot of explaining and I would have to let her folks know about her condition. I think she wouldn't want her folks to know either. Everyone was concerned for her. I took her to my room and laid her on the bed but her condition had worsened. She was hot and had caught a fever. I had no choice. I carried her to the bathtub and opened cold water. I got inside with her with our clothes on. I was trying to get the fever to break. She shivered and groaned and it hurt my heart. I felt so helpless for not being able to make her feel better immediately.After a while, I took her out and called for my mother to come and help me. I left them so that she could change Brielle out of her wet clothes. I dried myself and changed my clothes. Mom came out with Brielle and I helped her put her on the bed." Don't worry son. She will be alright." She tried consoling me. I spotted Mia standin
Brielle's POVI was caught in the end. I couldn't do anything stupid. Although I don't feel scared of him, I don't know what to expect or what he might do to me. I decide to play along for now. If he tries anything funny, I will try to defend myself. I won't go down easy.He helped me sit on th bed and picked up the bowl of soup. It smelled and looked great. My stomach growled. Blake looked at me and laughed at my expense. It was so embarrassing. I don't remember the last time I had something to eat." You must be so hungry. Here have some soup," he said raising the spoon to my lips.What's this? I am not that in pain that I can't feed myself. I didn't say anything and allowed him to feed me. After a few spoonfuls, I was done eating but I was not full yet. I did not dare to complain. Giving me soup was kind enough so I would not accept more from him." Don't be so afraid to speak. Earlier, you used to yell at me without any regard. You can say or ask me anything.I took that as an ass
Brielle's POVAfter we had that talk, I asked Blake to take me back home before I got reported as a missing person. The air between us became more tense and awkward. I don't know how to feel about the mate thing. It feels burdening to know that I'm going to be his without even having a choice. Well, I do have a choice. He explained to me that being mates doesn't necessarily mean that I am obliged to be with him. I could reject him. It sounded like something he would have loved to omit but I guess he wanted to ease up the situation.He didn't want me to feel me to freak out. I wasn't freaked out though. It's not like I believe in true love or soulmates. Besides that, I was still trying to digest the fact that ge is a werewolf. Earlier, I wanted to ask if he could show me and prove that he is really a wolf but I let it go. I was scared of the truth. If he had shown me that he really could turn into a wolf then there would be no denying it.We arrived at my place. I stayed seated for a f
Blake's POVAfter I dropped off Brielle, I drove off. I decided to go back to the cabin. Maybe Rea would still be there but I highly doubt it. I have had enough of her. She is making things difficult because of her crazy obsession. One more stunt like this one, I will banish her from the pack regardless of her being my sister's mate. She doesn't deserve Mia at all. I should have known that she was not worth it all. I was blinded by her beauty before. I don't even know why I told her that I would reject my mate for her. That was the biggest mistake of my life now it's biting back. ItLesson learned. You shouldn't just say things without thinking about them carefully. I got to the cabin but no soul was in sight. Rea disappears with her witch friend that I killed earlier. It reminds me that I probably shouldn't have killed the witch. It was purely out of instinct to protect my mate. I hope she is not a blood curse witch or I'll be in deep shit.I walked away and headed back home. My mom
Brielle's POVI contemplated going to school. I don't know. Maybe I am scared. I don't think things will ever be the same for me in this town. I am only human and completely defenseless. Will I have to rely on Blake for safety? Even if I decide to do that. He won't always be by my side. I shook my head and decided to get ready for school. I can only hide for so long until I have to go there. I showed up quickly and put and got ready in record time. I put on some tarted jeans with an oversized hoody and sneakers. I pulled my hair into a messy bun and pulled the hood over my head. I was planning to stay out of sight and be invisible. No need to attract unnecessary attention.I looked for my bag for some time. I was frustrated that I couldn't find it but then I remembered. I left it at school. Due to what happened, I couldn't take my bag. A shiver ran down my spine just thinking about the ice that formed on me. It was terrifying and thought that it would definitely be the end of me. Luck
Brielle's POV5 years later"Yay! Mommy I did it, I did it!" River jumped up and down in joy after scoring a goal. Blake ran towards him and picked him up and placed him on his shoulder and spun him around." Good shot my boy! You are a super star!" Blake said to river.Mia got on her feet as well. She pulled me and said, " Mommy, I want to kick the ball too. I can do it too."I smiled at her knowing where this was going. Typical little Mia. Ever since she was born, she seemed to be on her own path. She didn't want to be her brother's little sister. She wanted to be older and better than him. Her competitiveness was cute but a little concerning at time.I remember one time she and River were climbing a tree in the garden. They were competing on who could go higher than the other. Of course River was going to win. She did something surprising. She pulled River's leg and he lost his balance and fell off the tree, breaking his arm.I was so shocked that day I didn't know what to do. She
5 months laterBrielle's POVI didn't know that pregnancy would be such a pain. Mood swings, swollen feet, cravings, back pain, you name it. I never thought one of those pregnant ladies who got emotional over every little thing or get weird cravings but guess what, I am. The other day, I wanted a raw mango. Later it was mint chocolate. I hate mint. It tastes like fucking toothpaste but now that I craved it, I suddenly couldn't get enough of it.My feet got swollen a lot and Blake loved giving me a massage. When I cried and cursed him out for getting pregnant, he never lost his patience with me. Instead, he gathered me in his arms as best as he could and would let me chew him out but in the end, he would whisper sweet nothings into my ear, telling how beautiful I am and how lucky he was to have me. That made me feel a lot better. The garden was my favourite place these days. Just sitting on a rocking chair under the tree watching other little kids running around carefree made my heart
Blake's POVIt's been an hour since I came down as my mother requested. I was sitting amongst everyone but my mind was back with Brielle. Each moment spent away from her, I he'd back from running back to her. I was so lost, everything happening in front of me was a blur. I couldn't be there anymore. I was too restless and it wasn't helping. VI excused myself and made my way upstairs. Opening the door to my room I thought I would find Brielle still laying on the bed but she was no where. I went inside in alarm. Where is she? I looked around the room wandering if she had finally regained consciousness. If she did, where is she? Where did she go without anyone noticing? In what condition is she in?I was about to go search for outside but I heard water running in bathroom. I looked in the direction of the bathroom. She must be in there. I went there and went inside. She had her back facing me. I felt all kinds of emotions flowing through me as I thought my eyes were deceiving me. Not un
Brielle's POV" Relax. I'm not here for that."No soul? Then what? What would a demon be doing here if not to come and collect what he is owed? That is not really what concerns me at the moment. I want to survive. I can't leave yet." What do you want. Tell me!" I acted tough. I can't show that I am scared." Must you always think the worst of me? I came all the way here to help you," he said to me sounding a little offended.I couldn't make out whether he was serious or just pulling my leg for fun. Right now, I am desperate and I am afraid that what ever dispicable schemes that Kael came with, I might just fall for. But at this point, what could be worse than promising him my soul?I decided to hear him out. It's not like I have any other choice anyway." Fine. I'll listen to what you have to say. I warn you that I am not in a tolerant mood so this better be worth it."He snickered." I might be a demon from he but I'm not as bad as you think. No matter. We will have all the time in
2 weeks laterBlake's POVI was sitting beside Brielle as she slept peacefully. It's been a very rough fortnight. Ever since that night, everything has been bleak. As the days go by without any change from her I get scared. The baby is fine but Brielle won't wake up. I am afraid that she might stay in such a state for a long time. What of our child. She might not get to see the baby be born. I was at a dead end in what to do. I blame myself. I should have tried with my all to stop her from performing that darned ceremony. It almost cost her life.For all those days, I refused to leave her side. Anything could happen and I don't want to be away. I stayed in the room all day and had my meals sent here. I made sure that it doesn't get suffocating. I opened the windows during the day and let fresh air come in during the day, I handle everything she needed and I wasn't comfortable with letting other people do it.I always made sure to talk to her hoping that she can hear me and hang on to
Brielle's POVIt was now the moment we have been waiting for. This part of the ritual had to be done by me. Now that we have acquired the hell fire, it was time I do what I was meant to do so we can finally part ways with Julian and Xavier." Deceiving us was wrong, Kyra but I'll consider that you ultimately helped us in the end. Let us complete the final step and then all of us will then go our sepernt ways."" Thank you for understanding. I will find a way in the future to repay you."We went to another room with Julian and Xavier with us.I had the flame with me and it's still surreal that I went through such lengths to get it. I wasn't going to complain. My soul doesn't matter if it means that I get to keep my family safe and ensures that we do not suffer the same tragedy all of over again. No matter how had I tried, I couldn't bring myself to have faith in their word. It was my mistake back then. This is just Rte price to fix it." Alright. What do I need to do to get get this ov
Blake's POVI've been playing along with what Kyra said for long enough. Now that this demon has been summoned, I'm not going to let my guard down or stay back. My duty here is to protect Brielle until everything is over. And that Kyra, she completely deceived us. She never mentioned that she knew this Kael demon. Why would she do that? Something about this just doesn't feel right." Whats the price for the flame?" Brielle asked. I still didn't let her come in front. Whatever happens, I will stand in front her like a shield. It's a good thing she wasn't protesting." Mmh, nothing much. I just need a soul. One should for this exchange," Kael said nonchalantly like what he wants was a piece of cake." Any soul?" Brielle askedI turned to look at her. Her expression was cold as she looked at Kael." No, not just any soul. I've been surrounded by rotten souls for such a long time. This time, I want a pure soul.. If you can manage that, then we have a deal."Something with the way he was l
Brielle's POVThings were proceeding as planned. It's been four days since we visited Kyra. Tonight was the night we perform the summoning ceremony. As for Xavier and Julian, Blake has already dealt with them and they understand everything about the ceremony. We informed everyone as well and they were worried but supportive as well.I blame myself for everything that is going on. If I just did not put that spell on them, they might have not been in our lives right now. If only I could turn back time. I would be able to set a lot things right. But enough about that. I can't do anything about that but I can so something right now. I should get ready. It's going to be a difficult night.I was in the room when I heard someone knock on the door." Come in," I saidMorgan came inside the room. She looked worried. She's been trying to stop me from going. I understand that age is concerned but I can't stop now." I'm just here to wish you luck before you. I would hate for you to leave without
Brielle's POVI was nervous the whole time but I glad I was with Blake. What Kyra was saying made a lot of sense. Although I never read too much into it, I know that no living ham can acquire hellfire. I was just hoping there would be an easy way out of this mess.I was a witch but I must admit that I never got to fully develop. I was a novice witch. I can't say I wish I stayed at the coven with my mother bacause then my life would have been miserable. I lived her but she was a control freak. She wanted to keep me sheltered and away from the world. I felt like a bird in a cage. I wanted to go out and experience the world, live amongst the people and be a part of the bigger world.I get that sh wanted to protect us but I didn't want to live in darkness without ever experiencing the beauty of the world and life. In any case, it's all in the past. What's done is done. Even so, I hope to become a better mom to my child. I hope I can do it.Blake looks at me when Kyra mentioned a demon pac