Chapter 9In the forest, the eerie silence was being broken by a loud and fierce growl from a hurt animal. The owls’ hooting suddenly stopped – afraid that they might disturb the creepiness growing around the place.“You are not going to get away with this! You skank! I swear they will know who you are eventually!” A man furiously screamed as blood flowed into the corner of his lips.Behind his eerie black mask, a man wearing all-black jeans and shirt with a hooded long cape smirked.“Just try. I have already eradicated half of all the packs in here. No one will come my way, especially since I already handled the group.” He plainly stated – using his low and cold voice.He saw how the dying man in front of him suddenly looked so worried and scared.The man in his mask let out a loud bark of laughter.He was suddenly amused by how the dying man tried so hard to pretend that he was strong enough to stand in front of him. ‘What a fool…” He mentally thought.“Don’t make me laugh, you idi
Chapter 10“I need you to do something.” Hudson said using his serious and cold tone.Hunter was all ears at his father’s words. He surely wouldn’t want to miss any of it.Right after his brother’s wedding, he instantly went towards their house. He didn’t want to be seen with his parents – more with Myrtle and Hector. It was too awkward for him to see the curious eyes of the people in their pack again.He let out a sigh inside his head.Apparently, his father decided to go home right after, too. So, that only means that this is something important. He was just too curious as to what it was.He had been away from the pack for a bit long and only Butler Henry was the one who visited the pack. He didn’t want to go home, as he tried to live independently.“What is it, Dad?” He coldly inquired as he looked at him with his serious eyes.Alpha Hudson let out a deep sigh. He looked a bit problematic despite his grim expression.Now, he felt like he needed someone to help him with this.“A lot
Chapter 11“Why am I thinking about it anyway? As if it does matter?” Leila muttered under her breath as she walked towards Hunter’s mansion.She was thinking about Butler Henry’s words. And it was her third time thinking about whether to continue to go towards the mansion or not.But she had to go… as if she had a choice.Leila rolled her eyes at the mere thought of it.“Did he really marry someone already?” She said unconsciously as she pouted her lips.That certain thought made her heart sink.“Wait, why am I thinking about it anyway?” She still couldn’t stop herself from taking her monologues, and she frowned.“Why would I even be surprised? He’s handsome, tall, and hot… not to mention that she was also hot-tempered, snobby, and…” She tried to create her own inside joke about it but the sulking feeling attacking her system just wouldn’t budge.“He might not come home now, huh? Because… he’s married. Now, what?” Her lips pouted at that.“Why am I so bothered about it anyway? Ugrh!
Chapter 12It took her time to gather herself together after her encounter with Hunter a while ago. She simply cooked some pancakes for Hunter – the best recipe to deceive time and escape any more encounters with Hunter.Right after Leila prepared his breakfast, she told Butler Henry that she needed to go home. She told him that she wasn’t feeling well and that she needed to rest.To be honest, she just didn’t want to see Hunter in the meantime. She felt hurt and wanted to calm herself.She was just grateful that Butler Henry told her that she could go home and rest for the entire day. However, she had forgotten her things at Hunter’s mansion.Leila scratched the back of her head as she stared at the huge gate – thinking twice about whether she would enter or not.Before she went home, Butler Henry gave her the spare key to the gate so she could go inside freely. It was better for
Chapter 13Being shocked was an understatement.Leila remained in her living room, plopped down on the cold floor. The fast beating of her heart was like drumming near her ears – the only thing to which she could listen amidst the silence of the night.She was thinking of what to do next.Or it was rather – she couldn’t think of anything to do next, which was the exact thing that would surely define her thoughts.“Is it true? Or am I just dreaming? Hallucinating?” She murmured before she slightly slapped her face with her hands.It stung a bit as she bit her lower lip firmly.‘It’s true…’Her thoughts lingered as she felt like a candle slowly being melted by fire. She slowly laid her back on the floor – ignoring the coldness of it.She tried to pinch herself as if she wanted to convince herself that she might be wrong – or was hoping to be wrong.How could it possibly be… right?But it hurt – telling her that everything she saw wasn’t just a pigment of her imagination.“What the heck
Chapter 14 *** “Master…” The man with pitch-black hair held his injured neck as he slightly bowed down to a man wearing a black mask and a cape. He was truly a mysterious man – hiding his annoyance behind his mask. “This must be good news, Viego.” The cryptic man coldly said. His voice was eerie, low, and as cold as ice – so cold that it totally made the man named Viejo, who was sweating bullets and was trembling inside because of the news that he was about to spill. The man standing shuddered in fear with his few words. He even couldn’t lift up his eyes. He swallowed hard as he gathered all his strength to speak. “W-We already found her.” He fearfully stated. No matter how much he tried to hide his fear and uneasiness – he just couldn’t. How could he be? One wrong move, and he might lose his head in an instant. Because it there was someone that he knew who was undeniably ruthless and merciless – it was the man in front of him. “And?” His master inquired as he leaned against h
Chapter 15Leila heaved another deep sigh as she looked at Butler Henry assisting Hunter towards the woods. It’s been thirty minutes since they started walking into the depths of the woods.After what happened last night, she had fallen asleep in the cozy guest room that Butler Henry had told her to sleep – she was so exhausted that she didn’t even realize that darkness had already consumed her.She gulped her bottled water – which she must say was her last drop. She was already exhausted, but she couldn’t even voice it out. She was afraid that they would encounter some ‘rogues’ again – like what Butler Henry had told her about.Rogues were the ones who attacked her that night. She didn’t know what it was, but one thing was for sure, she knew that those were screaming danger.‘Why am I here, anyway?’ She mentally asked herself.She called her mother earlier this morning to inform her that she would be with Hunter on a trip. Her mother was so worried, but she had no choice but to allow
Chapter 16***“Are you sure that this is, okay?” Leila shyly asked Myrtle as she looked at her through the mirror connected to the vanity table.Mrytle Blinch-Black.Now, she had already met her. She is Hector’s wife. She couldn’t believe that a kind and gorgeous woman like her could be that rude man’s wife.She scoffed mentally. However, how could she blame her anyway? Love might be truly blind, huh?“Of course, dear. I have spare clothes here for a party.” She replied merrily.Leila mentally heaved a deep sigh.It’s been two days since she arrived at the Moon Howlers Pack community. And a birthday party will be happening tonight for one of the betas of the pack – Baxon Fern – as well as Hunter’s cousin.She met him a while ago, and she might say that the man is definitely a flirt. He is oozing with the playboy air in him – which she hates the most.Leila mentally heaved a deep sigh. She was contemplating whether or not to attend the party or just stay in her room. However, she need
Chapter 102Escape***Leila’s eyes moistened with unshed tears.She couldn’t believe it – but she had to see with her own eyes. She had to confirm. Even though her entire being was screaming about the reality.The man he was talking to…The man who was spying her all this time…The man whom she trusted…Leila swallowed the lump in her throat – as she gathered all her strength and resolved just to sneak into the door. And she almost lost her balance when she confirmed who it was.Duncan.Her childhood best friend.He was looking at the masked man with pure hatred in his eyes.Leila just couldn’t believe it.Her body shook with shock.She shook her head – unable to gather her thoughts because of the huge betrayal she felt.He was wearing a black overall hood and was holding
Chapter 101Spy***“Watch out!” Silver’s voice resonated in her mind – as she tried going inside her room.But it was too late.“Miss! Where did you go?” One of the sentinel wolves – who was watching her room closely caught her.‘Damn it!’ Leila commented inside her head.She swallowed hard – as she tried to compose herself. Then, she faced the sentinel wolves. From the looks of it, it was clear that there was suspicion reflecting his eyes while looking at her.But she maintained her intimidating aura.“Why? I couldn’t find anyone a while ago. I want to eat. I am starving. I just tried going to that hallway, but I couldn’t find anyone. Good thing that you are here now. Ask a servant omega to bring me some food.” Leila said darkly.Then, she lifted her left brow &
Chapter 100Consider***“You look like a soulless being walking around this massive and dark forest, Leila…” Her inner wolf, Silver, commented on her.Her voice was serious – and yet, she could feel her concern.Leila knew that behind her teasing, she was so worried about her.After talking with Hunter, she decided to go back to the Triad base. And she couldn’t stop herself thinking of how Hunter looked like before she went.*** Flashback…“I have to go…” She uttered in a whisper – causing Hunter to look at her seriously.She stared at him with pure resolve. For sure, Leila knew that he couldn’t do anything to stop her. But she saw a glimpse of pain reflecting his eyes. And it hurt her, too.However, she had to go back.She co
Chapter 99Love***Pain.Hunter thought that he could stand seeing Leila like this. But he couldn’t. He had to tell her the truth. Even though she thought that he was just doing this for his family.She deserves to know the truth.And she needed to open her eyes that whatever the Triads were trying to tell her – even convince her to do – was always because of their greed and selfishness.However, if he had a chance – he would want to let her know about this while his arms wrapped around her. He would love to be with her – comforting her about this truth. But he knew that right now it would be impossible to do so.And it pained him so much.Especially while he was looking at her now – crying her hearts out.“It is your choice to believe this or not, Leila.” Hunter whispered under his breath – as he looked away.Then, he swallowed the lump in his throat – as if every word just wouldn’t escaped from his mouth.Leila’s dark brown eyes reflected brokenness and pain – and he had to look aw
Chapter 98Another Side***Content Warning: This chapter might contain violence, abuse, crime, or triggering factors that may be harmful, disturbing, or traumatizing to some. Reader’s discretion is advised. Thank you.***After visiting his parents, Hunter knew that he had to go to Tamika’s home. He received a letter from her saying that he had to go to her house.Despite of his pure resolve and desire to go straight to the Triad base and talk to Leila, as soon as possible, he knew that he had to go and asked her the reason of her letter.‘Maybe… Leila is there already?! Did she convince her?!’ His heart began to thump hard and fast as he immediately went to Tamika’s house.However, he hadn’t found Leila there.“Why do you ask me to come here? I have to talk to Leila. I have to go to the Triad base. I saw her there and I want to work things out between us again. If not, perhaps, I can try telling her the truth and-”“She will come here.” Tammy cold voice cut his words.His forehead c
Chapter 97Discern***Leila was panting so hard as she finally got into the woods.She had finally escaped the guards when she saw them talking in the hallway and laughing hard. She knew their routine already and she managed to escape.The very moment she arrived, even though she already agreed to the marriage – she planned some blind spots where she could use whenever she wanted to get out unnoticed.She tried asking for permission in meeting Tammy – but the eerie masked master wouldn’t just let her go.So, she had to get a move and get out of the place by herself instead.She had to know the answer that she had been looking for.And she knew that it was only Tammy who could help her.Leila didn’t know where she might be – but she had to go out of that place while she still can. She was confused and she had to ask Tammy – if n
Chapter 96Dream***Leila opened her eyes – just to be surprised at where she was.It was kind of familiar, but she couldn’t pinpoint where she was at the moment. Her forehead creased – as she tried to remember what happened to her and why she was in that particular place.“Hello?” She called – but her voice simply echoed.It made her shiver down her core.‘What the heck is happening? Where the freaking hell am I?’ She asked herself – as she got up from the dried leaves that she was lying at a while ago.She looked around, bewildered.“Silver?” She called her inner wolf – but no one is answering.Leila felt the intensifying fear that was slowly creeping into her bones.She was in the middle of nowhere. The tree
Chapter 95Safe***“This might something be too important that you have to go here instead of waiting for us in the pack community.” His father, Hudson Black, commented seriously – as Hunter entered his office.He knew from Butler Henry that they will be meeting the elders tomorrow and planned – since they have already talked to the Alpha King and Queen and had their go signal for the Triad’s eradication.However, he couldn’t wait for them anymore.And he had to tell them about the news – even if he knew that they might have known it already. He didn’t want Leila to get hurt.He knew that this decision might mean that he might lose being the Alpha’s son – and worst got disown, but he didn’t care. He had to come clean – and hope that Leila could be safe, if worst comes to worst and Leila might be drag to thi
Chapter 94For Always***“Just stop staring at me and tell me what is it? What is that something that I shouldn’t know?” Hunter repeated his question – because Hector, Myrtle, and Butler Henry were just looking at him.He couldn’t stop himself from raising a brow – especially when they exchanged that kind of look.And he knew that something was up.They shared that meaningful glare – making him to feel upset.However, when his eyes moved to a piece of paper. From the looks of it, there was a slight clue as to what was happening already. And even him – he just hoped that he didn’t have to know.But he knew that regardless of the things that he knew, he pretended not to care.“I should have stayed at the garden – even if it is already too hot.” He commented on himself.In that way, he might not have experienced that harsh reality – right in front of him.He smirked inwardly – a sarcastic and painful one.‘Reality slapped him really hard this time, huh?’ He mentally thought.Myrtle let