When I awoke, the cave was still cloaked in darkness, but Zach was already awake, keeping watch."Ready?" he asked softly.I nodded, feeling a bit more rested. "Ready."Zach handed me some shorts and a shirt to put on, “I found what I’m guessing was a hiding spot for some rogues back along the way we came from. Can’t go to humans naked.” In all honesty I had forgotten we were naked and didn’t notice he suddenly wore clothes, my exhaustion really was messing with my senses. We slipped out of the cave once I pulled on the clothes, the forest greeting us with its early morning sounds. We moved quickly and quietly, every sense heightened as we made our way towards the town. The journey was arduous, but the hope of reaching safety kept us moving.As the sun began to rise, painting the sky with hues of orange and pink, we heard the distant sound of voices. Zach and I exchanged a glance, and we moved off the path, crouching behind a fallen log."They’re closer than I thought," Zach muttered
Then, just when it felt like we couldn't go on any longer, we heard the distant sound of howling. Hope surged within us as we recognized the familiar cadence of our pack's howls. They were close.Zach and I exchanged a glance, a mixture of exhaustion and anticipation in our eyes. With a newfound burst of energy, we pushed forward, following the sound of the howls through the dense forest.And then, they emerged from the shadows, a formidable force of werewolves led by Dylan himself. Relief flooded through me as I saw familiar faces among them, friends and allies who had come to our aid.Dylan's eyes met mine, a silent understanding passing between us. Without a word, he stepped forward, his presence commanding respect and authority. Planting a firm kiss on my lips, "Are you both alright?" he asked, his voice filled with concern."We're okay," Zach replied, his voice hoarse from the earlier fight. "Thanks to you and the pack."Dylan nodded, his gaze sweeping over us, he growled as he s
I slowly trudged through my normal morning routine, dreading the next part of my day... School... it was probably the worst thing I've ever had to go to. Maybe I could just skip today; I thought as I looked in the mirror. I think this every morning but as always I knew someone would catch me, they always did. The same empty and lifeless green eyes stared back at me as I looked in the mirror. My wavy hair stretched down slightly past my shoulders like it always had. My baby fat still hadn't decided to leave my body yet, even though I was already in year 12. As a werewolf baby fat was very rare so I stood out like a sore thumb! The same hate filled thoughts crossed my mind as I thought about how much I loathed the person that I was looking at. I sighed grabbing my bag, and slowly walked outside. The halls of my school were crowded, but as usual I felt isolated. I was an outcast because I was made fun of by him. The one guy that everybody followed, be
'BEEP BEEP BEEP' My alarm woke me from my sleep to another day in hell. I quickly showered, got dressed and grabbed my bag. Off I headed in the direction knowing I'd have to put up with more sneers and snide comments from my mate. The day went by as usual, but when it came to lunch I went to sit under my usual tree, avoiding everyone in the halls and lunch room. It was peaceful out here. well that is until I heard him, Zach. Laughing his head off as he made his way over to me. "Hey piggy." His cold voice sliced at my heart yet again. "Why are you out here all alone? Scared of the big bad wolves?" He laughed at himself as if he was the best comedian in the world."Just go away Zach, I don't care what you think of me, just leave me alone." I sighed to myself, proud that I didn't stutter.He looked pissed when I glanced up at him, "who gave you the right to talk to me like that? You're a no good, fat bitch and nobody wants you here." He growled.
"Um..." I awkwardly looked down at myself, "Do you have clothes?""Of course," I followed him into the largest house in the small village. He called his mother who came down setting clothes out for me. She smiled, but her eyes held a mournful look. I felt bad for her, even though I was rejected, she lost the one she loved. She lost her actual mate, the one that accepted her. I couldn't help myself from pulling her into a hug, "I'm sorry to hear of your loss."She returned my embrace and sniffed, "thank you my dear," she pulled back, "now lets get you dressed." I blushed as i noticed i'd hugged her to my naked body.Quickly changing in the bathroom Dylan showed me, I came downstairs to be greeted by three boys who I could tell were the wolves from before.They were now dressed too, including Dylan. They introduced themselves as Jace, Ash, and Ethan. They were all good looking, but that only lead me to think about Zach. Tears welled up in my eyes fo
I finally got home at night from a party. It was pretty boring, so I tried to decide what to do with the rest of my Friday night.Mmmm... I'm hungry I know that much. Walking into the house I called out to Raven. No answer. I called again. "Maybe she's sleeping." I said to myself, "if you're asleep Raven you'll pay I swear." I shouted ahead of myself so if she woke she would know what was coming.I walked upstairs to see the door slightly ajar. Opening it, I could see no one in the room before me. She never goes out, she has no friends, we made sure of that!I turned on the light to see a note on the bed. My eyes widened and I quickly grabbed it to see what it said.Shit, shit, shit, shit!Oh goddess what was I going to do, selfishly I wasn't even worried about what was going to happen to her out there. But instead I was worried about Zach and his reaction. It's not my fault, we all did this to her but I would have to let him know.
The people in Dylan's pack were all so nice, especially considering they are a warrior pack.They all accepted me without so much as a frown or worried glace. It was incredible how close they all were and how much respect they had for Dylan as a leader despite his young age. They trusted him whole-heartedly so when he said i was staying they knew his judgement was sound.We were just getting back from a pack camp fire. It was nice to finally be surrounded by people that cared. This pack was amazing, we never held pack events like that just for the sake of it. I felt like everyone else, and couldn't believe I even thought this was a bad idea earlier.With everything that has happened, the campfire just kept my mind off of things."Hey come on, let's get to bed." Dylan said. I nodded and he brought me up to an empty room in the packhouse. "This room is yours, you can do anything you want with it, I hope it's ok?" i nodded, taking it all in. "My room is right
This girl was blowing my mind. No wonder she was meant for a Luna position, she was sweet and caring, funny and so eager to learn and do more for the pack. She was stunning in a natural, minimal effort sort of way and by goddess was she slowly creaping into my heart.I didn't think it would be possible after losing my mate, i wasn't overly close or bonded to her but i felt the pull and knew one day we would be close and in love. We just didn't get the time together to develope as mates.But here was this young woman with no bond to pull me in, completely baffling me.She stayed in my room on her first three nights here but last night she didn't. I would be lying if i said i wasn't dissapointed. In fact i almost went to her as i couldn't sleep in the end, but i thought better of it. If she was getting comfortable i didn't want to get in the way of that.Laying here in bed, she consumed my thoughts as usual. How has she drawn me in so deeply? Just as