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DANTE"Can I ask you a question?"I bristled as she said that. We got to the door leading out to the hall and as I opened one of the big double doors the servants started to scamper and it was clear that they had been outside the door with their ears pressed to it this whole time. One even used a glass cup. They quickly straightened up and stood by the walls surrounding the door, facing away as they should have been in the first place. Thankfully I had come out through the door first so she hadn't witnessed their misdemeanor. I made a mental note to make sure they all developed partial amnesia."That it self is a question." I tried to make my tone light as I evaded, worried she'd bring her up again and we'd be back where we started but she wasn't having any of it."Alright then, two questions.""I should decline since that wasn't your initial request.""Don't be a bore." She smiled. "What if I assure you it is nothing serious, I'm just curious and somewhat confused.""Go ahead then.
DANTEI narrowed my eyes. "This is very unusual," I said, my voice low and measured. I tried to make sense of what was happening. I have been hearing rumors about the witches around the neighboring yard. How dare they step in my pack? Who gave them the right to enter my pack?"Where are they now?" I asked the guard, my voice steady."They are being led to the courtroom," he replied, his tone impassive. I saw the worry etched on Vanessa’s face. I turned to the guard, my voice hard and commanding. "Take her to her chambers," I said, In a stern voice.Venessa looked at me, her eyes pleading. "Can I go with you?" she asked, her voice soft and trembling. I shook my head, "No, go to your chambers now," I said gently, "and don't leave until I come to you." She nodded, her expression resigned and followed the guard out of the room. The door closed behind them.As I approached the courtyard, I could feel a change in the air. It was thick with tension, almost palpable. A guard bowed before
DANTEI couldn't believe what I was hearing. "You want me to give you fifty generations of werewolves as slaves?" I asked, my voice shaking with disbelief. "That's preposterous! Do you have any idea how ridiculous that sounds?" I struggled to keep my emotions in check, but I could feel my anger building.One of the witches let out a laugh that was half mocking, half hysterical. "Ridiculous?" she asked, her voice ringing with false amusement. "Do I look like I'm joking," I said growling."It wasn't ridiculous when our kind was captured by your forefathers and used for horrible experiments?" She paused for a moment, her voice trembling with barely controlled fury. "They were tortured during the day and night," she said, her eyes blazing with rage."But that was in the past!" I yelled, cutting off the witch before she could continue. "I know what my forefathers did was wrong, and I'm willing to make things right. That's why we're here, isn't it?" I searched the witches' faces, trying to
DANTE.The sound of the door closing echoed through the room, and I let out a long, slow breath. The tension in my body slowly began to uncoil, and I felt a wave of relief wash over me. I stood there, alone in the room, and tried to clear my mind. But it was no use. I was still reeling from the events that had just transpired. I needed to regain control, so I decided to call a meeting of the elders. "All of you assemble now," I reached out to the elders of my pack through a mind link.The door opened, and the elders of the pack filed into the room, murmuring amongst themselves. But the moment they caught sight of me, they fell silent. "We rushed here as soon as we got your message," one of the elders said. "We hope everything is alright." "Everything is not alright," I said, taking a deep breath. looking each of them in the eye. "The witches were here," I said, my voice devoid of emotion. "They dared to intervene in our territory." One of the elders' eyes widened in disbelief. "Ho
Chapter 16Vanessa's POVMy heart was racing as I climbed the stairs to my room, my breath coming in short gasps. I was feeling a mix of emotions: sadness, and confusion. Why did the alpha have to be so rude to me? I was perplexed at the sudden change of emotions in Alpha Dante, one moment he was sweet with me, and the next he suddenly became cold which left me wondering if I had done anything wrong.I let out a deep sigh as I made my way back to my room. Maybe if I could just get away from the situation for a moment, I could clear my head and figure out what had just happened. I entered the room, closing the door behind me. The silence was deafening, and I felt overwhelmed by the stillness. I sank down onto the bed, my head spinning. I tried to focus on the moment, on the here and now, but my thoughts kept racing back to the alpha and what had happened. Then I remembered the guard coming over to talk about a witch, was that what spoilt his mood?A soft knock on the door startled me ou
Chapter 17Vanessa's POVI drifted off to sleep, the rustling of the leaves and the chirping of the birds lulling me into a peaceful slumber. I woke up to the sounds of someone moving around the room. I opened my eyes, still half-asleep, and saw Dante getting dressed. I sat up quickly, feeling wide awake now. I cleared my throat awkwardly trying to get his attention. "We need to talk," I said in an urgent tone. He turned to look at me, his expression unreadable. "What's going on?" he asked, his voice calm.I tried to speak, but my words came out in a stutter. "About what happened yesterday." I finally managed to say "I have a lot on my plate today, whatever it is can wait," he interrupted, putting on his wristwatch. I felt my frustration building, but I forced myself to stay calm. "But I..." I started, but he was already out the door, the sound of the door slamming behind him. I stood there, the words I wanted to say dying on my lips. I felt so many emotions swirling inside me: fr
Chapter 18Vanessa's POVI sat down on the bed, watching Aphrodite as she moved around the room, selecting an outfit for me to wear for dinner. I felt my eyelids drooping, and I let out a long yawn. I laid back on the bed, the softness of the mattress enveloping me. I closed my eyes and fell asleep, my mind finally quiet and at peace. I was jolted awake by Alice's voice, calling my name. "My lady, it's time," she said, gently shaking my shoulder. I opened my eyes slowly. "Time for what?" I asked, stretching my body. "The dinner my lady," Aphrodite said, her voice pulling me out of my slumber. My eyes flew open, as realization hit me. "Oh my," I said as I jumped out of bed, my heart racing. How could I have forgotten about the dinner? The Alpha was going to be so angry with me. I rushed into the bathroom, with Aphrodite close behind me. I hurried through my bath, trying to get ready as fast as possible. Aphrodite helped me, her deft fingers applying a light dusting of powder to my
Chapter 19Vanessa's POVI hurried back to my room, breathing a sigh of relief as I closed the door behind me. I quickly pulled off my shoes and threw my clothes on the floor. I ran a hand through my hair, packing it into a messy ponytail. I went inside the bathroom, turned on the tap, and poured cold water over my face and neck. I looked at myself in the mirror taking a deep breath, willing myself to relax.I came out and put on a light red gown, transparent enough to show the silhouette of my body. I laid down on the bed, trying to relax and clear my mind, but I couldn't stop thinking about what had just happened. I tossed and turned, my mind spinning. Finally, I gave up and decided to try to read a book to take my mind off things. I made my way to the closet, where I had a small collection of books, and pulled one out. I settled back into bed and began reading, trying to focus on the words on the page. But within minutes, my eyes grew heavy and I drifted off to sleep.I woke up wit
Vanessa’s POV"Dan, come here!" I called out to my son, his laughter filling the room as he darted around, full of energy. I was supposed to get him ready for the ceremony, but like any child, he was proving to be quite stubborn. “Oh, Dan if I catch you” I called his name again, hoping he would listen, and to my surprise, he ran towards the door, giggling mischievously.Just as I was about to catch him, Dante, my husband, appeared and scooped Dan up from behind, lifting him effortlessly. Dante's entrance into the room, carrying our son as they played together, brought a sense of joy and relief to the chaotic moment.“Please bring that naughty boy here,” I said as I sat on the floor trying to catch my breath after the whirlwind of chasing Dan around.“No, we don't want to wear your clothes” Dante replied jokingly, I couldn't help but smile at the sight before me. Seeing Dante and Dan together, their laughter harmonizing in the air, filled my heart with warmth and gratitude.At that mo
Dante’s POV“Vanessa please stay with me, please” I pleaded with tears rolling down my eyes, I felt like it was my fault. “Will be at the hospital soon, I promise” I said as I quickly scooped Vanessa up from the floor, her body limp and blood staining her clothes. As I hurried towards the exit, my heart raced with fear and urgency. The sight of my headguard approaching filled me with a mix of relief and dread. Without hesitation, he took Vanessa from my arms, his swift actions matching the gravity of the situation.Together, we rushed back to the safety of the pack, every step feeling like a battle against time. Vanessa's pale face haunted me, her breaths were shallow and it was as if life is been sucked out of her. The journey to the hospital was a blur of motion and anxiety, the world around me reduced to a backdrop of worry and fear.“What happened to her?” the doctor asked just as we arrived at the hospital.“No time for questions doctor, please save my wife” When the doctor noti
Vanessa’s POV“I am not sorry Evelyn, you deserve everything you have, I won't let you come for my child and go Scot free,” I said as I stood over her lifeless body on the floor, the forest felt heavy with the weight of what had transpired. Evelyn's once vibrant spirit is now gone. Despite the finality of the moment, an unexpected calm settled within me, replacing the expected waves of remorse. Our relationship had weathered many storms, filled with moments of love, hurt, forgiveness, and betrayal.I recalled the countless times I had forgiven Evelyn for her actions, always finding a way to mend our fractured bond. But this time, it was different. When she dared to threaten my child, a line was crossed that shattered any remaining semblance of forgiveness. The fierce protectiveness I felt for my child surged within me, overpowering any lingering compassion for Evelyn.As I gazed down at her lifeless form, a mix of conflicting emotions churned within me. The love I once held for her b
Dante’s POVA surge of adrenaline shot through me. This was our moment, our cue to strike. With a swift signal to my men, we pounced on the witches. Their faces twisted in surprise and confusion, a stark contrast to their usual air of confidence. They never saw it coming, never anticipated our ambush. The tables had turned, and it was our turn to seize control of the situation.As we advanced, the clash of swords and powers filled the air with tension. Spells and curses flew amidst the chaos, a cacophony of magic and might. I could feel the weight of responsibility pressing down on me, urging me forward, urging me to fight with all I had. Every move, every strike, was fueled by a potent mix of loyalty and defiance.As I watched my men engage in combat, a surge of pride welled up within me. The witches' powers proved no match for our united strength. The shimmering bracelet seemed to be working its magic, enhancing our abilities in the heat of battle. Yet, amidst the chaos, my focus sh
Evelyn’s POVI crept through the corridors of the palace with Lilian, our footsteps silent as whispers in the empty halls. The usual bustle and chatter were conspicuously absent, leaving an eerie silence that sent shivers down my spine. The air felt heavy with anticipation, a foreboding sense of the unknown hanging over us like a dark cloud.Lilian and I exchanged a glance, our eyes mirroring the confusion and concern that gnawed at our thoughts. Where had everyone disappeared to? The emptiness of the palace was unsettling, a stark deviation from its usual lively atmosphere. The absence of guards and servants only deepened the mystery, fueling my growing unease.“Where is everyone?” I asked Lilian, my voice almost like a whisper.“I don't know…. Let's check Dante’s room” Lilian suggested and with a shared understanding, we wordlessly agreed to press on, our mission clear despite the unsettling circumstances. Willow's orders loomed in our minds, she had asked me and Lilian to head to
Vanessa’s POVMy heart was racing as I dashed into the room, knowing that time was slipping away, and the witches could strike at any moment. My main concern was my child's safety, so I had to get him to Elijah's pack where I knew he'd be protected. When I entered the room, I saw him happily playing with Aphrodite. The tension in the air was palpable, and Aphrodite seemed to sense it too, jumping up as soon as she saw me, ready to act."You're going with Dan right now," I instructed, and without hesitation, she started gathering their things, understanding the seriousness of the situation without needing to ask questions. It was a moment of swift action and intense emotions, but I knew I had to keep a clear head to ensure my child's safety.“What about you?” Aphrodite asked when she was done parking,“Dante needs me, let's go,” I said to Aphrodite as I quickly carried Dan and headed downstairs with Aphrodite behind me.“I wasn't able to inform Elijah that you would be coming but imme
Dante's POVI sat in my office, surrounded by the chaos of my thoughts. It had been days since I initiated the search for the werewolf marked by the crescent moon. Deep down, I held onto the belief that this individual held the key to saving my pack from the impending threat posed by the witches. Despite our strength as Lycans, we were no match for an army of enraged witches. Finding the bearer of the crescent moon was crucial, but the challenge lay in not knowing where to even begin this daunting task. My search party wasn't yeiding any result.“Find the bearer of the cresent moon” The elder's words echoed in my mind, indicating that this person belonged to another pack, which is making it hard to find them, because they are many packs and I don't know where to start from.As I pondered my next move, a mix of frustration and determination knotted within me. The weight of responsibility for my pack's safety pressed heavily on my shoulders, urging me to push forward despite the uncert
Willow's POVAs I sat there in my room my eyes fixed on the intricate map of Dante Palace spread out before me. Each detail, each building, and each hidden passage was meticulously studied. The weight of responsibility pressing down on my shoulders, knowing that our success hinged on the perfection of this plan. The silence of the room was broken only by the sound of flipping pages and the occasional creak of the old floorboards beneath my feet. The urgency of the situation fueled my determination. We had to strike swiftly, without a hint of our impending attack. I knew Dante wasn't a fool, he knows that we are going to attack but what he doesn't know is when we were going to attack.Suddenly I heard a knock on the door and with a deep breath, I folded the map, tucking it safely into my pocket. "Come in," I said to the person at the other side of the door."Not expecting you," I said as the door swung open, revealing Evelyn standing there, sweat glistening on her skin, a silent testa
Dante’s POV“Are you okay?” I asked Vanessa, the look on her face showed that she was surprised about the color change also.“Yes….I mean I feel fine….maybe it….”Suddenly I heard a knock on the door “Who is that” I asked “My Lord” I heard the voice of my head guard “there is something you need to see”“Not right now.… I am busy” I replied my attention fixed on the white strand of hair. “I am sorry my lord, but this can't wait” he replied plainly.“Go….I am fine” Vanessa said with a smile on her face.“Are you sure?” I asked and she nodded positively, I kissed her on the chin before leaving.“This better be important,” I said as I trailed my head guard, my mind racing with anticipation. I was certain whatever he had to show me was connected to the witches, the ongoing challenge that had consumed our attention for weeks. But I knew I couldn't give up because the safety of Vanessa and my son, now part of the pack, was paramount. I knew I had to do whatever it took to shield them from