Moonlight and clearing reigned, as even now the full energy of the ancient tree coursed through me. Visions were mercifully bright and elegant, telling secrets of our pack's history and destiny. It stirred awe and wonder in me, as my brain tried to process the weight of what I had learned. Deep breath, to chill out the racing thoughts. I clearly knew that I had to share it with Angus and our advisors to let any meaning sink in, but for now, I may just stand in the serene clearing. Suddenly, silence fell apart with the rustling of leaves. Turned alert on high senses, a figure showed from the shadows, eyes sicked upon me with an unnerving intensity. Then close, I was shaken by the shiver that raked my spine again as he took a step closer, facial features still hidden by darkness. "Scream caution. Protect. Our pack."It raised wide hands, preparing to defend, were it needed. Another step forward and I could make out a little of their features - shape of face, general outline of eye
"Gwah!!!" The noise scared me, almost dashing me to the wall. I had to be looking around to see where it came from, but I couldn't trace it. I had just walked out of the house. As usual, the breeze that blew from the external adamant wind was too much for me to endure. Whenever it was that stormy, I would have to close the partially tight window behind me. It was getting darker. The wind suddenly stopped blowing, giving a chance for an unannounced calm. I didn't notice at first, until I took my hands off her ears, and remained outside. Arleta wasn't a place to live without being hyperactive. The nearby snowy mountains were numerous, though the forests covered most part of that land. It was often haunted by the snarling wolves, who paid visits and always were on a mission. My eyes cleared off. My nose began to disturb me, and I released a sneeze. I didn't know if going back in was the right option. Suddenly, I heard a sound. It echoed above me, but there was no high place, which w
My past dawned on me, enveloping me with solitude. My eyes were deeply closed, as those stories travelled into my senses with clear but unseen flashes. "What keeps worrying you?" Angus's voice rang loudly in my ears, suddenly driving me back to my consciousness. "It's a long story, Angus." I returned."What is it, darling?" Angus responded, squatting beside me. "You can't relate." I said."I'm going out hunting, Ellie." Angus said, his voice light but clear. He stood up and smiled, as he made to leave. "I'll be right back. Please, forget whatever hurtful memories." I was surprised Angus didn't force me to say what was going on in my mind. I was left to feel the glaring memories alone. The voice of those fierce beasts reverberated in my ears. I could clearly recall how they tore my only mother to pieces. Why I was made into such a world, I didn't know. Left to endure the sleepless nights and escape the wolves' teeth. "Huh!" I sighed, my breath coming out as someone ready to poun
The sound of the breeze swept the entire atmosphere of Arleta, echoing and ringing continuously in our ears, until it woke both of us up, at the same time. Arleta could contain a vast number of beings, but would harm or disturb whoever wouldn't adapt to the cold, snowy and entirely strange nature of the land. I yawned and realised my hands had been on Angus's chest, all through the night. I began to wonder if he had demanded love from me last night. Angus acted as a friend. He wouldn't do anything to hurt me. I could see the way he had been treating me, treating me as his sister. But, I wasn't comfortable yet. "Huh!" I sighed, taking my hands off. I smiled at him and received the same smile. "Ellie?" Angus called, his voice enamoring me, but I wouldn't just give in easily. "Have you recalled what you did last night?" "What's that?" I asked him, my hands raised up to my lips as I tried to hold a yawn. "You kept mute for a long while…" Angus answered me and continued, "I almost t
"It's dark here!" I exclaimed, rising up from my bed. I first thought it was only a dream I had been having. It was a darker day, partially bright. As usual, the entire land of Arleta covered almost dark places only. It was believed that there was a powerful moon which controlled the land and always empowered the enemy wolves. I walked out of my room, trying to go and check on Angus. My footsteps sounded very loudly that I stopped and looked back. I didn't feel free with him yet, but I was often pained when I was alone. Why would my mother's situation keep ringing in my ears? "Anyone?" I asked, keeping mute after that. I first thought Angus was the one intentionally chasing me. I knew he loved playing with me in such a way. Suddenly, I heard footsteps other than mine. I knew too well that it wasn't mine. But, it also didn't sound like a strong man's footsteps like Angus's, because Angus wouldn't want to scare me by stomping the ground and pursuing me. I ran, as I kept on gasping
"Future Luna?" I heard right by my windowside and rushed to shut my door. I always slept in fear and uncertainty, and I couldn't feel like I was really living. Was that a voice or just a recall? I never knew who the future Luna could be. Until my heart began to harbour those thoughts I had, after discussing with Angus, I was willing to meet the lady, called that name. The Alpha's words shocked me while I was hiding by that tree's side. I could remember he called me the future Luna, but I didn't look like what he had described, though. "Ellie?" The voice called. Quickly, I recognised the voice to be Angus's, but I remained in bed. "Please, open." The voice called again. Perhaps I could ask Angus and understand what my future really held, I couldn't decide, yet. If I was to be more careful, Angus could possibly let me know. I walked to open the door for him and fortunately for me, it wasn't anyone but him. It wasn't a wolf as I dreaded within seconds. Angus had safely returned,
In the wake of a glistening morning, as the sun cast mild warmth on the mountain ranges. A sudden rattling noise was heard, nearly shaking the ground. The trees were moving around as their branches kept dwindling in the loose atmosphere, affrighting me. I was attracted to standing up. I couldn't remember if I was deep asleep or not. The noise was enough to jab me on my arms and wake me up. Slowly and slightly, I opened the window to see outside. "Huh?" I sighed, my voice rapidly stepped down by the overwhelming noise. It had been months now. My eyes were sore and wet from the tears that wiped my chin, the day before. Angus had left me for a very long time and wouldn't even try to reach me. I had been left alone again. Who would I call? I wondered how I would survive the aggravated situation. Instantly, as I was down in thoughts, unseen wolves began to snarl very loudly. I shut the window back, held the ring Angus gave to me as an amulet, before leaving. I threw it round my neck w
My eyes blinked as I woke up. I didn't know when I slept off. I realised I had been in bed for a while. Immediately, I sat up and saw Alpha Thane still asleep, snoring hard beside me. "Young woman?" a voice called out behind me, making me turn my face towards that direction. "Who's there?" I questioned, the intensity of my voice echoing in my ears and tapping the Alpha. I discovered Alpha Thane was shaking and turning to my side. Soon, he was pushing his hands forward to reach me, trying to grab me. I didn't know what he was up to. "Huh…" his voice lowered, and his snore reduced, giving way for the strange voice to keep reverberating."Who?" I reiterated, glueing myself to the wall as I held a pillow onto my face. Literally, the groaning of wolves started to surface the atmosphere, not leaving the space of my room out. I wondered where my courage had gone as I stood stiff, uncontrollably shivering. As soon as I sighed, Alpha Thane opened his eyes and winked. He slowly drew his mou
Moonlight and clearing reigned, as even now the full energy of the ancient tree coursed through me. Visions were mercifully bright and elegant, telling secrets of our pack's history and destiny. It stirred awe and wonder in me, as my brain tried to process the weight of what I had learned. Deep breath, to chill out the racing thoughts. I clearly knew that I had to share it with Angus and our advisors to let any meaning sink in, but for now, I may just stand in the serene clearing. Suddenly, silence fell apart with the rustling of leaves. Turned alert on high senses, a figure showed from the shadows, eyes sicked upon me with an unnerving intensity. Then close, I was shaken by the shiver that raked my spine again as he took a step closer, facial features still hidden by darkness. "Scream caution. Protect. Our pack."It raised wide hands, preparing to defend, were it needed. Another step forward and I could make out a little of their features - shape of face, general outline of eye
I lay down softly on the ground and began to look around for the fight. The Thane Wrest pack was powerful, but I was not to be defeated. With one smooth move, I tore into the wolves, closing my fingers around their mouths to rip out their teeth. They howled and snapped as they stumbled backward, trying to shake out the confusion.I attacked quickly, bringing down wolf after wolf. But with each kill, the gnawing sense of caution appeared to grow stronger. I didn't want to kill those wolves. They were forced to fight just as my pack members were. A moment's hesitation was all the Thane Wrest needed to rally.The wolves were breeding practically unlimited. I realised the need to do something fast. "No killing. I wonder why we cannot just settle this fight between us!” The wolves stopped their growls but looked at me with frightened but firm eyes. I knew I had to do something or be swamped.Breathing a little harder, I bound my mind and unleashed a blast of my power. The wolves were knoc
I stood there tall in front of the Thane Wrest pack. My feet were suspended above the ground, and my voice rang clear through the clearing, being reflected back off the trees. "I am here for peace, with an offer for a treaty that would end the bloodshed between our packs." The tension was palatable, the pack members exchanging casino glances. Some looked away; others looked at me with a blend of curiosity and hostility. I met them unwavering. Then from the throng, a tall figure strode forth. There appeared a frown on Alpha Thane's face and in the process, it widened in rage. "You're nothing but a fool, don't you know?" he shouted at me, spitting on the ground, his tone wrapped with scorn. "How can just walk in here and demand that we sign a treaty?" I grinned; my gaze was fixed on his. "I don't demand Alpha Thane; I propose. I'm willing to negotiate terms." Alpha Thane's face grew even darker. "The only term I'll accept is you becoming mine." I laughed, filling the clearing with
CHAPTER 76 It was the first day of the full dark moon and I realised it was just counting. The moment meant for the war with strange beasts and we, the wolves had just started. I was seated with Angus, my wolf mate and what he could only do was caress me. "Angus!" I calmed him down, looking at him closely. "Why aren't you concerned about what might suddenly happen?" "When I am horny?" Angus reacted strangely, rolling his tongue lustfully. "I shouldn't be any concerned, my love.” "Angus, this isn't the time for your lustful desires!" I retorted, pushing him away gently. "We have a war to prepare for, lives to protect!" He chuckled, his golden eyes gleaming in the dim light of our den. "And what better way to protect lives than to ensure the continuation of our pack, my Luna?" He reached for me again, but I stood up, my patience wearing thin. "Angus, be serious!" I growled, my wolf instincts rising to the surface. "The dark moon brings out the worst in those creatures. We need
The following day was sweet, as well. But, I felt no change in my body. My wolf didn't come out of my body. I wondered but the feeling of sleeping with Angus, my husband that night was too sweet. Angus reached me, as if knowing each of my thoughts. "Are you ready for an outing in Arleta. Shall we go to a nearby bar?""Hmm, what of Eric, your friend?" I asked, concerned."No." Angus objected. "He can't be with us, seeing our tools. I will fuck you right there too.""Okay." I replied, firmly agreed to Angus as I kept staring at him. "I want doggy..." I purred, rubbing my body against his, feeling the familiar heat rise within me. He chuckled, a low, rumbling sound that vibrated through my core. "As you wish, my love. But first, let's have a drink, shall we?" He took my hand, his touch sending shivers down my spine. The anticipation was almost unbearable. I knew that tonight, under the Arletan sky, with the taste of alcohol on our lips, we would unleash a passion that would leave us bre
"I don't see you," I said, my heart pounding in my chest. "This isn't funny, Angus."A low growl reverberated through the air, and the hairs on the back of my neck stood on end. It wasn't Angus's voice, and it definitely wasn't human. The sound seemed to come from all directions, making it impossible to locate its source. Panic began to set in, and I spun around, desperately trying to find something familiar in the shifting shadows.Then I saw it. A pair of glowing eyes, burning like embers in the darkness. They were fixed on me, and I felt a primal fear grip me, paralyzing me in place. The growling intensified, and a dark shape began to emerge from the trees. It was large, muscular, and covered in thick fur. Its teeth were bared in a menacing snarl, and its eyes held a wild, predatory gleam. This was no ordinary animal. This was something else entirely. Something terrifying."Angus?" I whispered again, but I already knew it wasn't him. This creature, whatever it was, had taken his pl
At a nearby restaurant called Klingon bar, where Angus usually visited since we got here, in order to have some fun, and take his mind off worries, he stood and watched around, hoping he would meet Mr. Kenneth, who was his new adviser. As usual, I was around him to ensure he was doing well and nothing bothered him much. I stayed with Sarah, his friend at the bar. It had been two hours, Angus hadn't even heard of the man. Several peeping through his window didn't work, especially when he found out from Sarah that the man had travelled for a tour. Angus yawned. Sarah offered him a chair as usual, but not with any soft drink. He called her, talking to her as if he was joking. "Sarah! Won't you offer me a drink at least? I trust you for the delicious… orange juice." "Hmm…" Sarah returned, her response conveying the same thought as Angus's. "I think we have a small extra here, I'll be back soon." She entered to get one cup for him and arrived so quickly with a straw neatly pierced in i
It was a snowy day. Nothing happened yet. Suddenly, Angus's voice broke the silence. I was in the study room, overhearing Angus's complaints. "God!" Angus howled, not speaking to anybody, but to himself. "It's high time I found a job in this strange land. Why should everything be unclear?” "Perhaps New Hawkshire wasn't meant for you…" Mr. Cooper retorted, as he appeared suddenly from the dining room. "Oh, you are here, sir…" Angus whimpered, almost bowing. “What's the meaning of that?” "Keep it right there." Mr. Cooper reverted, his mind clearly rejecting Angus's greeting, and angry, because of the words he heard him say earlier. "Are you reporting me to God, or what? Whatever…! Just make sure you secure a job, and shamelessly make your own money, at least for once…" "Money?!" Angus interrupted him, almost rudely. He was getting frustrated and at that particular time, I walked in. "Dad, what's wrong again?" I questioned Mr. Cooper, who played the role of my father due to his w
Since we found ourselves in another land, we weren't settled yet. What bothered everyone mostly was the war.Angus sighed, waking up to the usually dull atmosphere, his mouth effusing cold breath as of an idle person. He didn't have any work to do, not even a reasonable duty. "Hi, Mr. Cooper!" He greeted the man he called his father-in-law, who had accommodated him in a family house. "Hope you slept well, Angus?" Mr. Cooper returned, closing and opening his eyes intermittently to shake off some dust off his face. "Yes, sir." Angus answered, hoping to escape and go outside to perhaps walk around. He feared Mr. Cooper's threat, especially whenever he was angry and was pointing at him, hurling potent words at him. "Come over…" Mr. Cooper interposed, not letting Angus move a step. "Have you ever seen the person you love today? Let me start from there." "Oh, sincerely…" Angus replied, trying to snub the right response. "But, she hasn't woken up. Lily often wakes up late, these days, s