"Still here then!" Delia shoved me into the wall, and I wanted to smack the life out of her, but I composed myself. I would have been six feet under. Janie stood by her side, her expression mirroring Delia's disapproval. I took a deep breath, steadying myself. The newfound confidence I had gained from my conversation with my father still lingered, bolstering my resolve. "Delia, Janie," I began, my voice steady and calm. "I understand that you may not agree with my decision, but it is my choice." Delia scoffed, her eyes rolling dramatically. "Your choice? You're throwing away the chance to be a Luna for some warrior training." I met her gaze, unfaltering. "Delia, just because something is traditional doesn't mean it's the right path for everyone. I've spent my whole life conforming to my expectations and realized I must follow my dreams and passions." Janie crossed her arms, her face a mask of scepticism. "But what about the bond? The security, the connection it provides?"
My heart was pounding in my chest as I neared the door of my bedroom and Lydia was restless but yet I was exhausted and just wanted to curl up in bed and fall asleep. Hugh had just gone off and left me to look for Delia when it was quite clear that she was just playing games for his attention. She knew exactly what she was doing and I hated the fact that it bothered me so much. Luna Isabella knocked on my door and entered. Coming over to me, she perched herself on the edge of the bed. “Hallie, I'm so sorry if you were in any way upset over that situation. However Delia is also hurting from knowing that she cannot be with Hugh since you and Hugh are fated mates. Me and Alpha Arnie would really appreciate it if you could at least try to get along with Delia. Please.” I took a deep breath, trying to calm my racing heart. Luna Isabella's words echoed in my mind, and a sense of guilt washed over me. Maybe I was being unfair to Delia. After all, she must be going through her own struggl
The following day, training came around so fast, but I wanted to impress the Alpha and Luna and my trainer by showing how focused I was on my training rather than this completed triangle rubbish. It was a few minutes shy of six am as I ran down the steps and made it to the training grounds. “Good morning. You are keen.” Marcus joked as he jogged up behind me. I grinned, feeling a surge of determination coursing through me. "Good morning, Marcus. Can't miss a day of training, right?" I replied, stretching my muscles in preparation for the session ahead. Marcus nodded approvingly. "That's the spirit, Hallie. Always pushing yourself to improve. I like that about you." I blushed at his praise, grateful for his recognition. Marcus had been my mentor since I joined the pack, guiding me through my training and helping me discover my potential. His support and encouragement meant the world to me. As the rest of the pack gathered on the training grounds, we fell
“What are you doing here?” I wiped my cheek and smiled at my family. It was so good to see them. “I will be right back. I need to speak with the Alpha and Luna.” My mother gave me a quick squeeze before rushing off to Alpha Arnie’s office. “Hallie, we wanted to come and visit you. We missed you.” Veronica exclaimed, staring around in amazement until her eyes fell on Janie and Delia. “Why is she staring at George like that?” Veronica tutted. “Mate!” Had I really heard them words? Confusion swirled in my mind, a whirlwind of emotions threatening to engulf me. Had I heard correctly? Delia calling my brother her mate? The thought seemed absurd, considering my brother already had a mate and a baby on the way. My gaze shifted to George, who stood beside Delia, a mixture of surprise and unease etched on his face. He glanced at me, his eyes pleading for some kind of explanation. But what could I say? I was just as clueless as he was. "Delia, what are you talking about?
“Hallie, you are going to be my Luna, unless your going to reject me, huh?” Hugh spoke in a quiet whisper and raised an eyebrow as if challenging me. I growled at him for showing me up in front of everyone. Luna Isabelle came to my rescue. “Let’s go and have some food, shall we. There is a lovely spread in the hall waiting for us.” I breathed a sigh of relief as everyone folllwed her inside except Hugh. He grabbed my hand and led me away from any prying eyes. “We need to talk about this Hallie.” He said a hint of urgency in his tone. I sighed and folllwed him. As we walked, I could feel the tension building between us. Hugh led me to a secluded spot in the garden, away from the noise and people. He turned to face me, his expression serious. "Hallie, I didn't mean to put you on the spot like that," he began, his voice softer now. "But I needed to know. I wanted to stake my claim, to make it clear that you were mine." I crossed my arms, trying to suppress the conflictin
“Hugh, let's go. There are rogues at the border.” Alpha Arnie called out and immediately Hugh jumped into action. As Hugh and Alpha Arnie raced towards the border to confront the rogues, the rest of the pack hurriedly followed Alpha Arnie's orders and made their way to the safe house. Uncertainty filled the air as the urgency of the situation settled in. I took one last look at the fleeing pack members, their eyes filled with concern and determination, before turning my attention to the safe house. Hidden beneath the ground, it provided us with a sense of security amidst the chaos. It was designed to withstand any potential attacks while offering shelter and protection to those within. With a deep breath, I made my way towards the safe house, joining those who had already arrived. The entrance was camouflaged with foliage, making it difficult for any outsiders to detect. I slipped inside, the weight of the situation pressing down on me. Inside the safe house, the atmosphere
Alpha Arnie stood in front of me a solemn look on his exhausted face, Luna Isabella wrapped her arms around his waist, offering herself as a pillar of strength. “Where is Hugh?” I looked around, confused. My mother rushed to hug George who came up behind us with a sad look on his bloodied face. “Oh my goddess!” she cried as she led George away to tend to his wounds with my sister who was sobbing away. I felt a sinking feeling in my stomach, a mix of confusion and dread filling every fiber of my being. Something had gone terribly wrong. With trembling hands, I reached out to Alpha Arnie, my voice barely a whisper. "Alpha Arnie, where's Hugh? What happened?" Alpha Arnie's gaze fixed upon mine, his eyes searching for the right words to say. "Hallie, there was an ambush," he began, his voice filled with sorrow. "A group of rogue wolves attacked." Fear gripped my heart as Alpha Arnie's words sank in. Hugh, my mate, had been injured in the attack. The rush of emotions from
“Hallie, I need a word with you?” Alpha Arnie and Luna Isabelle appeared in the doorway and I looked up surprised. They seemed on edge which made me a little nervous. It had to be more bad news. Was my brother okay? So many questions filled my mind. “I will be right back.” I promised Hugh and he squeezed my hand and smiled. He was tired and I knew that he needed to rest some more. I followed Alpha Arnie and Luna Isabelle out into the hallway, a feeling of apprehension creeping over me. They led me to a small secluded room away from prying eyes. "What's going on?" I asked, my voice filled with concern. "Is George ok?" Alpha Arnie sighed heavily, his usually authoritative stance seeming a bit more relaxed. "He is fine. He is currently resting. Hallie, we've received some troubling news," he began, his tone grave. Luna Isabelle chimed in, her voice laced with worry, "There have been reports of rogue wolves in the nearby territory. They've been causing trouble for the neighb
I turned to Simone, my eyes locked on hers. "Why do they want my sister?" I asked again, my voice barely above a whisper.Simone's expression was grim. "We don't know for sure," she said. "But we need to be careful. Aurora is not someone to be underestimated. George nodded in agreement. "We'll get to the bottom of this," he said. "But first, we need to get everyone to safety. Veronica, you have to go through the portal back to Garson. Luna will be there waiting for you. I promise.” Veronica shook her head profusely. “No, I can't leave you.” she refused. Simone stepped forward, her eyes locked on my sisters. "Veronica, we need to make sure you're safe. You're the only one who can...interface with the portal. We can't risk anything happening to you."With a deep breath, I turned and pushed my sister through the portal. She fell and screamed, leaving everything behind.“I'm sorry,” I whispered and wiped a tear from my face. She would be fine, and I would see her again very soon. For no
"We need to get her back to your parents," Simone said, her voice firm. I nodded, knowing that we had to move quickly. We couldn't let our guard down even a moment, not with the threat of the unknown looming over us.As we returned to the castle, I couldn't shake the feeling we were being watched. I glanced around, my senses on high alert, but I saw nothing unusual.But as we approached the castle gates, I noticed something strange. The air seemed to be charged with an eerie energy, and I could feel the hairs on the back of my neck standing on end."Something's wrong," I whispered to Simone, my voice barely audible.Simone's eyes narrowed as she scanned the surrounding area. "I don't see anything," she said, her voice calm and reassuring.But I knew that she was wrong. I could feel it in my bones - something was off, something was wrong.And then, without warning, everything went dark.I felt myself being lifted off the ground and felt my body being pulled away from Simone, Veronica
"Who are you?" Veronica whimpered, cowering behind me as a towering, ominous figure emerged from the shadows. The man's cruel laughter cut through the tense silence like a knife."You don't remember me, little one?" he mocked his voice a sinister rasp that sent chills down my spine. The imposing silhouette stepped into the soft fairy light, revealing a gaunt, twisted face I had hoped never to see again. A sense of dread washed over me like icy tendrils - this was no mere foe but the same evil force that had held Veronica captive, the monster we had fought so desperately to defeat. He was trying to trick us into thinking it was two different people."Don't tell me your pitiful little mind has already forgotten our time together," he sneered, fixing Veronica with a predatory stare that made her tremble violently. "After all the delightful torture I put you through to break your will."White-hot rage surged through my veins. How dare this vile creature show his face here, in our sanctua
As the world around us shifted once more, the human city dissolved into nothingness, replaced by the familiar surroundings of the enchanted forest. I held on to Veronica tightly, reassuring her that we were safe, that we were going home. She was back with me now, thanks to Simone, and I swore I would never let her out of my sight again. When the swirling sensation finally subsided, we found ourselves in the heart of the enchanted forest, the soft glow of fairy lights surrounding us. Veronica and I collapsed onto the soft forest floor, panting and exhausted from our ordeal. “We did it, Veronica. We're safe now,” I whispered, grateful for the bond between us that had seen us through the darkest of times. Veronica nodded, a small smile of relief gracing her lips. “Thank you, Hallie, for coming to save me and not giving in on me. You are the best big sister. I want to see our family now and everything to be ok.” she said. Just then, Simone appeared beside us, her expression earn
My heart raced with anticipation as I stood beside Simone, deep within the heart of the enchanted forest. She held out a small vial filled with a shimmering potion. The magical elixir thrummed with energy, a potent concoction that would allow us to teleport to the human city. Simone and I locked eyes, and an enchanting aroma filled the air, intermingling with the scents of the forest. My grip on Simone's hand tightened as the world around us began to blur, reality shifting and bending to our will. I could feel a pull, an invisible force drawing me away from the safety of the enchanted forest and into the unknown. Our surroundings melted away, and in the blink of an eye, the forest gave way to the bustling streets of the human city. My senses were momentarily overwhelmed by the sights and sounds surrounding me. The human city towered before us, a sprawling metropolis filled with a vibrant blend of cultures and experiences. I took a moment to collect myself, allowing the adrenalin
I stared at Simone, disbelief and curiosity warring within me. Part of me wanted to dismiss her claims as nonsense, but a small voice inside me pleaded to listen, to consider the possibility that my father may still be alive. "What do you mean by 'forces at play'?" I finally managed to ask, my voice trembling with fear and hope. Simone's gaze intensified, her eyes locked with mine. "Hallie, there are supernatural beings, dark powers, that seek to control and manipulate. Your father stumbled upon a dangerous secret that threatened their hold on this world. He had to go into hiding to protect you and your sister. My family did what they could to help. But we will discuss this in the morning. It’s late now, and you should get some rest. Your mother and Hugh are already resting.” As much as I wanted to push for answers immediately, her suggestion to get some rest resonated with me. I knew that a clear mind would be crucial in the coming days. Nodding reluctantly, I mustered a s
Reluctantly, my mother sank back into her seat, her hands trembling with grief. "Okay," she whispered, her voice barely audible. "Just... find her, please." Tears streamed down her face as she reluctantly accepted the harsh reality of the situation.As we drove further away, leaving behind the familiar and venturing into the unknown, I couldn't help but wonder what awaited us at our destination. Would it be a place of safety and solace, or would it be filled with more danger and uncertainty? Either way, I was prepared to face whatever challenges lay ahead.“We need to find your sister, Hallie; Veronica is alone. Goddess knows what could’ve happened to her.” My mother said. “Luna Harriet, I will do everything in my power to find Veronica and put things right but for now, your and Hallie's safety is my number one priority, please trust me,” Hugh promised her before I could even think of a response. Soon, we were pulling up outside a small castle that probably looked beautiful once upo
Reluctantly, I climbed into the car, my every muscle tense with defiance. Gritting my teeth, I couldn't help but feel a surge of frustration and anger at being kept at arm's length, robbed of the opportunity to fight for my family and uncover the truth. Thoughts of my father and sister's safety raced through my mind, fueling my determination to find them. As the car accelerated, leaving the chaos behind, I stared out the window, frustration simmering. The faces of our pack, once so familiar, began to fade into the distance. Though they believed they were acting in our best interest, I couldn't shake the feeling that I was being denied the chance to play an active role in rescuing my loved ones and unravelling the mystery. Amidst the heavy silence, Jax's voice broke through my thoughts and echoed in my mind as he linked me... "We will find a way to fix this, Hallie," he assured me. "We won't rest until we've brought your father and sister back to safety." I shut off the Mindlink,
"Get off my father, you deranged, psychopathic bitch!" Grace's thunderous roar echoed through the air as she lunged in front of me. However, I deftly seized her and pulled her back. "What on earth are you doing, you reckless fool?" she scowled at me while I firmly restrained her, paying no heed to her furious screams. Jerod, blood dripping from his wounds, struggled against my mother's fierce attack. But she held him down, preventing him from causing any further harm. Her eyes bore into his, filled with anger and disappointment. "Your deceit ends here, Jerod," my mother's voice resonated with authority. "Your actions have put this pack at risk, and you will face the consequences." she shoved him to the wall and quickly shifted back into her human form. “Hallie, I am so sorry that I wasn't here. I will explain everything.” my mother turned to me and said. “Luna Harriet. Your mate is just as much to blame. Silly shewolf.” Jerod chuckled. “Come on. This is not the way.