NaomiI sat by Cal’s side, watching him sleep as I tried to come up with a way to help him. Suddenly, time seemed to reverse and everything that had just happened was undone. Odette walked backwards down the stairs, meticulously retying Cal’s robe and sealing up his wounds as the blade slid back into place. Tobin and Ataz appeared before them, lifting Cal and carrying him back up the steps. The sun rose and set in rapid succession as they all came and went from the cellar. I even witnessed the disturbing interactions between myself, Odette, and Cal - how he used my body for his own pleasure without any remorse. Time sped up until the Manor around us transformed, its walls now adorned with unfamiliar faces that I could no longer recognise. It was disorienting and unsettling to say the least.As I stood in the open field, a sense of emptiness washed over me. The once grand Manor House, with its promise of luxury and opulence, was yet to be built. But even in its absence, the surroundings
NaomiI waited with bated breath, my body quivering in anticipation as I heard the voice speak to me once again. “Arise Naomi West!” The words rang out like a command, and suddenly my soul snapped back into my body with a heavy jolt. As I opened my eyes, I could feel the weight of the dirt-packed ceiling pressing down on me. But instead of feeling weak and drained like before, my magic now felt alive and electric, pulsing beneath my skin like a live wire. It was as if every cell in my body was humming with power, ready to unleash its potential.The weight of the ground was crushing, my chest heaving as I struggled for breath. Why did he have to pack everything down so tightly? My arm trembled as I desperately tried to wiggle it free, channelling my magic in a feeble attempt to escape. Unlike Cal, Tobin, Ataz and Odette, I had no formal training in harnessing my powers. I could feel the energy within me, pulsing and wild, but I had no idea how to wield it to do my bidding. My heart pou
NaomiI crept along the overgrown path that led to the grand Manor House, my heart racing with each step. This was a place I had promised never to return to, but now I found myself drawn back by a force beyond my control. My magic hummed beneath my skin, urging me forward. I took careful steps, avoiding any crunching leaves or twigs that might give away my presence. I couldn’t risk being detected here.As I approached the kitchen window, the faint murmur of voices drifted out into the open air. I paused, my steps sliding up against the outside wall closet to the window in order to remain hidden. I was going to help Cal and then find a cure for their curse, then leave them.I listened closer, trying to make out the words my magic seems to extend from me breezing in through the window until I was floating above the three of them. Odette stood in her kitchen wearing a luxurious silk robe that had slipped off one shoulder, revealing smooth, tanned skin. It was on purpose from the way the
NaomiAs my fingers tingle with newly discovered magic, I shiver against the cold and approach the towering Manor House. The massive black door taunts me, locked tight. I search frantically for a spare key in the potted plants lining the entrance, but come up empty-handed. Desperation sets in as I circle the house, hoping for an open window or a forgotten back door. But every entryway is sealed shut, no doubt Ataz’s doing to keep me out. I try to summon my magic. If I can transform myself into a shrub, I can open a damn lock.I grip the cold metal handle of the kitchen door, my eyes squeezed shut as I try to concentrate. But no matter how hard I turn it, the stubborn thing refuses to budge. Okay time plan B. I summon myself some cloth, wrapping it around my hand before I punch the glass, shattering into sharp pieces, but I quickly punch through them and toss aside the cloth to inspect my injured hand. Thankfully, a few scratches but nothing too severe. I unlock the door and carefully
NaomiCal guides me through the grand manor, up staircases and through hallways until we finally reach the library. The room is lined with shelves from floor to ceiling, filled with books of all shapes and sizes. In the centre hangs a stunning chandelier, casting a soft light over multiple tables and chairs for reading. “How do you even reach the books at the top?” I ask, amazed. Cal simply snaps his fingers, and a book begins to float down from the highest shelf, landing gently on my outstretched hand. “Of course... magic,” he smirks as I playfully roll my eyes and let go of his hand.“So, why did you bring me up here?” I can feel his eyes on me as I step into the room, the musty smell of old books filling my nose. There is a fireplace in one corner that lights as Cal snaps his fingers once more. The crackle and pop fill the silence as I arch a brow. He smirks again before his face becomes serious. “Training for you,” I must have gasped as he holds out his hands in surrender, an amus
NaomiCalyx’s gaze lingers on me again, causing a flutter of nerves in my stomach as I pretend to browse the books on the shelves. “Let’s find these books then,” I state, trying to keep my voice steady as I scan the titles without really seeing them. Anything to distract me from the awkward tension that has formed between us. But Cal is one step ahead of me. “No need,” he says, holding up a book and placing it on the table before flipping through its pages. “I said we would be training and you need to know the basics.” His eyes meet mine, challenging me to object. With a deep breath, I approach him, my heels clicking against the hardwood floor.The smell of old parchment and dusty tomes fills the air as I come closer, feeling his presence next to me like an electric charge. “We are going to start with some simple spells,” he explains, his voice low and smooth like velvet. “Then work our way up to a summoning spell.” My heart races at the mention of summoning magic. “You saw Odette per
NaomiThe dawn came and I could barely keep my eyes open after practicing so many spells. Cal had kept an obvious distance between us since I rejected him. Part of me wanted to explain, but there wasn’t time we needed to stop Odette and the others. I just hoped Ataz hadn’t told them I was alive. I could feel Cal’s gaze skitter over my skin when he thought I wasn’t looking. I knew he wanted me … part of me wanted him, too. But I needed to know the truth, and that wasn’t going to come until broke this curse.“Again,” he instructed, as a dull ache was pressing behind my eyes. “I need a break,” I groaned, but he wouldn’t let up. I still hadn’t managed to find the grimoire with the spell that Odette used. Nothing close either. “Do you not understand pet, that if she succeeds in her plans, my magic could be powerless. I won’t be able to do anything to stop her. I won’t be able to protect you and, most importantly, I won’t be able to give you your wolf back. You will end up just as doomed as
NaomiI felt warm hands running up and down my body with feather light kisses calling me awake. I let out a soft sigh, sinking further into the pillow as my dream continued with sweet nothings whispered in my ear. The hands grew firmer, demanding of my body seeking a pleasure that only I could give them; I felt my body shudder and give in with each caress. The kisses became more passionate, licking and nipping at my skin, leaving heated need in its wake.I loved every second of it.Another soft moan escaped me. I had many of these dreams in the past but none had ever felt this good, this real … was it my magic? I didn’t care to find out. My breasts swelled, growing heavy with need as fingers toyed and teased them until my nipples were hard as nails, begging for release. Fingers drew lower and lower until finding my slicked, heated centre. The moment I felt their intrusion, my whole body cried out for more clamping around them, begging not to stop, to let go. I felt my soul leave my bod