CalyxThe drive back to the Chaos Coven was a blur of trees and streetlights. My hand rested on the gearshift, feeling Naomi’s emotions buzzing like a live wire. Anger, confusion, and fear seemed to fight for dominance as she gazed out the window, her dark brown eyes fixed on the barren landscape whizzing by. A heavy silence filled the car, broken only by the occasional sigh that escaped her lips. I couldn’t help but feel a sense of relaxation now that she was bonded to me, but I also wondered what was going through her mind. Was she regretting our connection? Or simply lost in thought?I led her to the bedroom, making sure she was settled and comfortable. The full moon was only a few days away, and I wanted her to be well-rested for our upcoming ritual. I suggested we enjoy some afternoon pleasure, but she declined, citing soreness from our bonding night. Guilt washed over me as I remembered how roughly I had handled her. Next time, I promised myself, I would use my magic to heal her
NaomiAs Cal left the room, I let out a sigh of relief and focused on the tingling sensation in my veins. The bond between us had strengthened after our bloods mixed, and I could feel his magic coursing through me. It gave me a glimmer of hope - there was no way I could survive as a wolf less wolf. A human. The lingering magic in my blood gave me strength. It clung to blood humming in my veins. Now, I just needed to learn how to harness it.As I stepped into the room, it was like walking into a dazzling jewel box. The walls were painted in rich shades of emerald and teal, glistening under the soft glow of golden lights. Magnificent patterns, intricately woven with threads of gold, adorned every surface, adding an air of opulence to the space. The floor was covered in a deep blue rug, so plush that every step felt like floating on a tranquil sea. I sank into its luxurious depths, my feet enveloped in its velvety softness. High above me, a chandelier glittered like stars in the lofty ce
NaomiI sank into the plush, teal jade comforter and let out a contented sigh. The room was like a sanctuary, with large windows allowing the golden rays of the morning sun to pour in. As I awoke from sleep, my thoughts turned to my family back home. I could almost taste my mother’s homemade meals and hear my sister’s laughter echoing through the house. But then reality hit me; I was here at the Chaos Coven, cut off from them with no way of communicating. They didn’t even know where I was. It felt like we were living in parallel universes, each going about our lives without ever finding a way back to each other. A sense of longing washed over me as I nestled down on my cotton candy cloud of a bed.Lying in bed, I couldn’t escape the suffocating silence that filled the room. As my thoughts drifted to my younger sister, a pang of envy and bitterness rose within me. My parents were always driven by ambition, using their children as pawns in their pursuit of power.She was always the favou
NaomiOdette’s grip on my shoulder is like a vice, her perfectly manicured nails digging into my skin with each step she takes. The pressure sends a wave of pain through my arm as I’m forced over to a stool, sandwiched between the imposing figures of Tobin and Ataz. Despite my attempts to squeeze in, their massive bodies don’t budge an inch, their muscular thighs pressing against mine. With a sickly sweet smile, Odette sets down a heaping plate of breakfast items that turns my stomach with their greasy shine and overwhelming smell. She places her hand on her hip, radiating power and control as she watches me squirm in discomfort under her piercing gaze. The room feels suffocating with her dominating presence, like I am trapped in a small box with no escape.“Come on, darlings, eat up,” Odette encourages, her voice like velvet and honey. She pops a bright red cherry into her perfectly painted mouth, the juice dripping down her chin in a tantalising way. Next to me, the two men snicker
NaomiCal leads us out the back of the house, his grip on my arm tight enough to bruise as we step into the garden. A patch of scorched earth catches my eye and I shudder at the sight of odd stones scattered around. Cal’s face turns to a scowl as he notices where I’m looking. “Hurry up, pet,” he snaps, unlocking his car and opening the passenger door for me. I slide in, ready to take a deep breath, but Cal follows me and looms over me, his face inches from mine as he pulls the seatbelt across my body. His eyes rake down my figure before settling on my lips. “That dress looks stunning on you,” he murmurs, his voice laced with possessiveness. The click of the seatbelt seems to seal me into his control.He slams the door shut with a deafening clap, his powerful frame filling the car as he starts the engine. My eyes are drawn to the intricate symbol tattoos adorning his bulging muscles, and I cannot help but feel both intimidated and mesmerised by them as they start to writhe and twist, m
NaomiI stumbled back, the dry leaves and twigs crunching beneath my feet as Cal pulled me deeper into the dark woods. His grip on my arm was tight, almost painful, and his demeanour remained strangely composed after his outburst in the car. We arrived in a small clearing, surrounded by towering trees that seemed to reach up endlessly towards the sky. The sunlight struggled to break through the thick canopy above, casting dappled shadows on our faces. The air was heavy with the smell of damp earth and decaying leaves, giving off an eerie atmosphere. I couldn’t help but shiver as Cal’s eyes scanned our surroundings, his expression unreadable.With a sudden flash of determination and intensity in his eyes, Cal turned towards me. His words echoed with power and purpose as he declared, “Let our training begin.” As if on cue, branches began to lift from the forest floor, hurtling towards me with increasing speed and force. I could feel my heart racing as I twisted and dodged, narrowly avoi
NaomiCal staggers back, his dark eyes gleaming with a dangerous glint. I smirk and spit out his blood, wiping my mouth on the back of my hand with contempt. “I reject you and this worthless bond, Cal!” I sneer as he chuckles, his hands gripping my shoulders with an iron grip to prevent me from pulling away.“That’s not how it works, pet,” his eyes glinted with a predatory glimmer. I could feel the weight of his words bearing down on me as he spoke, and the fear that rose up in my chest only fuelled his excitement. Obviously, he wasn’t going to tell me what I wanted to know - but I couldn’t help but wonder if Odette would be more forthcoming. But all of our previous conversations had ended in failure and frustration. “Don’t even think about asking anyone else,” he sneered, tightening his grip on my arm until I could already feel the bruise forming under his fingers. His hold was like a vice, trapping me in a web of deceit and manipulation.My heart raced as I braced myself for a confro
NaomiWith each stroke of the oar, Cal propels our small boat down the tranquil river. The water gently licks at the edges of the vessel, creating a soothing lullaby that accompanies us on our journey. I gaze at the lush green grass rustling in the gentle breeze along the banks, illuminated by specks of sunlight peeking through the treetops. My eyes follow the graceful movements of a few fish swimming just beneath the crystal clear water’s surface. Despite the tranquil settling, my heart races, still unable to relax after what happened earlier.The seconds creep by, each one punctuated by the deafening silence that surrounds us. My racing thoughts are the only noise as I try to remain calm, knowing that whatever is coming, I have to trust the bond between us. It’s up to him now; I have to trust that he will protect me with every ounce of his being. His sharp features are etched with determination as he powers through the water, his broad shoulders and corded arms working tirelessly. I