Livia’s POV
“I'm not in the mood for your games Ava, as you can see, I am yet to touch my lunch” “Yeah, about that” she turned and passed a signal to Mia who was already standing behind me as she grabbed my hair causing me intense pains. At this moment I let go of my food, the sound of the plate and the contents pouring away all added to my anger as I held her hands bruising it with my fingers trying to make her let go off my hair. “I hate for my hair to be touched, can't you all get this little information into your shrinking skulls?” “Huhhh…Mia she said we have shrinking skulls, why don't we pull her hair out to see the size of hers!” Ava said with a mocking tone. My strength was no match for theirs but I won't let them go scot free for this, I used my elbow to hit the sides of Mia as she let out a painful gasp, on seeing this Ava rushed to my side and gave me a powerful kick on the stomach that sent me crashing to the ground. “Let's go Mia before daddy shows up, I don't know why he loves defending this little brat,” she spatted these words as they left my side. The pains In my stomach grew as hunger made my belly growl. I picked myself up from the ground and ran out of the hall heading to the forest, with the current rate of my speed, I soon reached the forest in no time. I stopped by an old bent tree, though the tree is old and bent, it still bears flowers. This is my spot and it looks so beautiful. Here in the forest I could be myself, feeling my senses coming alive, I turned to face the old tree which I named grandma. The anger still lingered in my heart as I turned to hug this grandma tree, allowing her absorb all the negativity In my heart, I stayed there for a couple of minutes before disengaging from the embrace. “Peace at last!” I said to myself, my stomach grumbling as if to remind me that I haven't eaten all day. I strolled around trying to remember the particular area where I last spotted a blueberry bush. I hadn't wandered far off when I spotted it not too far from where I stood, on reaching there, I saw large footprints that were left maybe by a larger person, a male to be precise. I bent down to observe the prints, and I sensed they were still fresh, the person must have passed by not too long ago. I didn't read much meaning into it as I pushed the thoughts to the back of my mind. I picked some berries and held out the rim of my shirt to be used as a carrier for the berries as they were too many for my tiny hands to hold. I quickly went back to my spot to sit and enjoy the quietness while eating my berries. As soon as I finished eating them I laid down to have a short nap on the soft grass near my grandma tree. ***** ***** I woke up to the feeling that someone was watching me as the sun had already gone down beyond the mountains, it was getting dark and I was having a very eerie feeling, so I hurriedly set out to return back to the group. On reaching there, everything seemed normal as everyone was going about their duties preparing to retire for the night. The moon was already out and instead of me feeling the peace and easiness it always brings to me, I felt greatly troubled. Is something bad about to happen? I had no one to tell my feelings to as I was treated like an outcast in this pack, I discarded the feeling as I went to join them by the bonfire, there I spotted Ava and Mia I could feel their eyes looking at me with malicious intent, I shifted my gaze and my eyes met with that of Commander Ryan who nodded towards a chair for me to sit down. Rogues do not have Alphas, only commanders and trainers and Commander Ryan made it a daily tradition for the pack to sit by the bonfire to eat dinner before retiring to their various houses. Dinner was served and everyone began to eat quietly, Commander Ryan hates noise while eating, he always talks about good table etiquette, so we avoided provoking him. “FIRE, FIRE, FIRE!!” Just then I heard someone shout from the back as a hut was being burnt, the whole place broke into commotion as the reason for the fire was unknown, just then a torch of fire landed on another hut, another torch flew in, and another and even more! “We are under attack!” one of the trainers voice broke out. No wonder I was getting this troubled feeling, if I had just listened to my instincts, I would have told the Commander and all these could have been avoided beforehand, though I doubt he would take me seriously. “Am I about to lose another pack? Please moon goddess, please don't let this happen, save us!” I prayed silently in my heart but my prayers were never answered as a group of powerful werewolves emerged from inside the forest. Confusion was evident on Commander Ryan’s face as he ordered his warriors and trainers to form a barrier to block them from reaching the rest of us. They immediately transformed into their werewolf form as they stood closely together to avoid the barrier from being breached; there was no way to escape as these werewolves already surrounded the forest. “Everyone to the safehouse now!” trainer Bardulf’s voice could be heard giving instructions from the back. Chaos broke out as everyone was running to avoid being caught by the enemies. The safehouse wasn't too far from the bonfire ground as the first set of people already entered into the safehouse and was to escape through the secret passage if they were discovered, I was among the third and last set, looking back I saw the barrier was already being penetrated as many of the warriors had been killed. Commander Ryan was still fighting to hold off the strongest of them but I knew he wouldn't be able to keep it up for long. On nearing the safehouse a group of powerful warewolves suddenly appeared in front of us as everyone scattered to save their lives, the whole place was already burning to the ground, the bright burning fire made it hard for anyone to find a suitable hiding spot. With no much time to think I hurried over to the nearby bushes to hide there. A loud cry suddenly broke out as this werewolf who seemed to be their leader used his claws to penetrate Commander Ryan's abdomen, I could see blood gushing out from his mouth, the ground were already soiled with the blood of our warriors as none of the werewolves from the enemies side was injured, they had the upper hand! Commander Ryan’s body fell to the ground with a loud bang, as he transformed back into his human form, the insides of his stomach was pulled out by the strong werewolf from the enemy's side and I knew he wouldn't last much longer. The safehouse was immediately closed as they couldn't risk the enemies coming in. Those of us who were blocked by the enemies were left out to fend for ourselves. “Damn you Beta Cedric” Commander Ryan's voice cursed with a weak tone. “Your pack is no match for ours and you know that Ryan!” Beta Cedric said before using his hands to tear apart the remains of Commander Marsh. The rest of the werewolves set out to kill anyone they could find around, once again I could hear the familiar voices, the voices of people I considered family pleading for their lives to be spared while I could do nothing but hide. “Gather any valuables you can lay your hands on and let's get moving!” the Beta's voice sounded commanding the warriors. “I'm saved, once again I'm saved!” I whispered to myself hugging my knees tight and thanking the moon goddess. “Hey, what's that white thing over there behind those bushes?” one of the warriors said, alerting the others.Livia's POV:Oh no! I almost escaped their sight, if my hair had been left black by the moon goddess, I'm sure I wouldn't have been noticed by the enemies. “Is my hair a blessing or a curse?” I cried out in my heart.“You there behind the bushes, come out now!” “Maybe If I stay still they'll give up and go on their way, besides it's almost dawn,” I thought to myself.“I said come out this instant!” the voice sounded again, this time coming closer. He came to the side of the bushes and looked down directly at me, I felt a grip on my shoulders as he yanked my hands to pull me out!Looking at this man in front of me, there were scars on his face, one which started from his temple down to his eyebrows cutting across his left eyes. I could sense his powers but his is from a lower rank than that of the Beta's. He looked down angrily at me like he could fling me across the forest with any slight provocation, I closed my eyes anticipating what is to come.“You stubborn little brat! How dare
Livia's POV:“Long live Alpha Xandro!” the warriors voice sounded bringing me back from my thoughts.“Alpha? Are they blind to have crowned this man as Alpha?” I could sense his powers and his ranking isn't up to some of the warriors present here, he has such a weak demeanor, something must be wrong.“Who's the white haired lady?” Asked Luna Lysandra.“We brought her back as a captive from the Rogues pack we conquered,” answered Beta Cedric signaling to the warrior holding me to put me down.“I don't think we have a use for such thing around here,” she said, referring to me.I was placed down by the warrior but I couldn't stand as my legs felt wobbly from being carried all night. I fell to the floor and immediately bowed my head avoiding any form of eye contact.“She's pretty, I like her, she might be useful,” Alpha Xandro said in a tone as if asking for her permission. “We might use an extra helping hand around here.”“Damn this pervert!” I cursed silently. If Luna Lysandra had disco
Livia's POV: It was night already as the moon shone brightly outside. “Moon goddess give me your blessings,” I prayed in my heart before tiptoeing out of my room, looking both left and right to ensure I wasn't being watched by anyone, I then made my way straight to the door. Tying my long white hair in a bun just above my shoulders to avoid being discovered by the guards, I hid behind a huge vase at the entrance, thanks to my petite figure I was able to fit perfectly behind the vase. Three guards stood at the entrance clutching firmly to their swords, they wore the same designs of uniforms but one could easily tell them apart. They were backing against the door making it easy for me to creep out while jumping from vase to vase, stopping after every few moves to check if I was being monitored. I was almost at the rear end of the building where no guards were positioned when suddenly my body accidentally hit the large vase I was hiding behind causing it to make a loud sound that at
Lucius' POV: “Don't tell me you're trying to escape!” I asked trying to get her to respond back, but she immediately turned around on hearing my words still trying to run away from me. I blocked her again in the opposite direction. “Who are you huh?” She looked at me with eyes that never seemed to accept defeat. “You can never escape from the Crescent Pack,” I said avoiding her question. “Your speed is nothing compared to an average warrior, you had better turn back.” I advised in a soft and gentle manner. “Who are you to give me orders?”she barked back at me. She's a stubborn one. I said to myself. “I can take you back myself if I want to, but I don't see any gain in doing such. It's better you go back yourself, you have no chance of escaping don't make things worse than it already is.” “I see you are lucky to have been taken in as a maid and not a slave, I would advise you go back if you don't want your status to drop.” I didn't know why I took my time to explain to her
Livia's POV: “I knew you would come back.” This warm voice sounded so familiar, I couldn't mistake it for anyone other than madam kalliope. “I…I…I, I was, I was just...” Beads of sweat gathered on my forehead as I started trying to give an explanation as to why I was out hiding by this time I open my mouth to talk what no words could come out. “Save your words child, tell me everything once we are inside. But for now let's try to keep out of sight, come with me I know a secret passageway.” I was thankful to the moon goddess for bringing madam kalliope to save me. She always looks at me with warmth in her eyes as a mother would to her child, reminding me of my mom. “Maybe this place isn't so bad afterall.” Madame Kalliope took me through the back of the building and she opened a secret door leading down to the basement. I saw her bring out a bunch of keys tied to the hem of her blouse as she fiddled with the lock in an attempt to unlock the door. We went down quickly, walking
Livia's POV: “Now, tell me about your little adventure yesterday.” Madam kalliope said while staring directly at me. I bowed my head in shame as I didn't want her to see the emotions in my eyes, I was so naive to have swung into action without proper planning. “I tried to escape last night, but Midway I realized I had no way to run to and it wouldn't take much effort before the warriors would catch up with me, I'm sorry madam kalliope.” I said looking up into her eyes to see if I could catch the glimpse of any emotion. I failed at that as I sensed she was a pro in masking emotions. “No need to be sorry child, I totally understand… I heard the large vase underneath my room's window make some weird noises so I peered down to see what was meddling with it only to find you at the scene. So that was how she found out. I whispered silently to myself. “I knew what you were up to immediately, but decided not to raise any alarm as I was certain that you would come back, so I set out
Livia's POV: I pleaded with madam kalliope if there was a way I could be allowed to go train with the rest of the warriors in the training ground. “Woman don't train in the Crescent Pack, all training and fighting are left to the men to handle.” was the only response I got. “Why do you wish train?” I turned to look at her, though I had been expecting this question. I don't trust her well enough to tell her about my plans of revenge to the Nightshade Pack so I had to come up with another reason. “I want to be able to defend myself and the pack in case of another invasion, I'm tired of running and hiding wishing I could do something to help, that's just an excuse of being a coward.” I said to her genuinely. I could tell I had touched a soft spot in the heart, as she put on an impressed expression. “Child, don't have to worry about invasions anymore, no pack is stupid enough to attack the Crescent Pack. We surpass them both in strength and in number and we have the blessings of t
Livia's POV: “You know you owe me right.” “How?” Was the only word I could alter as he left me speechless. How can I owe him when I obviously just got here, I was really not in the mood for long talk as I needed to get on my way to the training ground. I needed to figure out how to put an end to this conversation very fast. “I helped you obtain your maid’s position, without my intervention you would have been held as a prisoner, being tortured in the dungeon by now.” Ooh, so that's what this is about, if that's the case, then a “thank you” should do. “I'm really grateful for your help Alpha Xandros, thank you so very much.” I was indeed grateful to him because his words were true. “No no, a thank you wouldn't just do it, but we will discuss that later. You’re dismissed.” I immediately turned my back to leave, I could feel his gaze on my body, I could tell the thoughts running through his mind were impure, and what did he mean by a thank you wouldn't just do it? I discarded th
Livia's POV: Pregnancy was not easy. That I realized as my stomach grew and I became more and more worried. I worried about all the things that could go wrong during childbirth. I did not want to die, I wanted to be there for my child. Besides the worry and fear, there were my moodswings. I had to say that Lucius was very patient with me and I felt bad for him sometimes. I even felt bad for Ylva and Lydia who had to endure my outbursts. Adrian followed me everywhere as Lucius made him my personal guard and once in a while I would yell at him as well. Sometimes because I just wanted to and sometimes for no reason at all. Well, that's what happens when you don't get enough sleep because your stomach is in the way, when you constantly feel hungry and when everything feels uncomfortable. “Lydia, Ylva I do want you to work for me anymore. Bring someone that I won't feel bad yelling at. Like that maid Jessica or anyone I don't like.” I said feeling really bad for my moodswings. “No My
Lucius' POV: “Good morning.” She smiled while tucked under the sheets. “Good morning,” I said, turning so that I lay facing her. “Aren't you late? It's almost lunchtime.” She said. I groaned, not wanting to think of anything else but laying in bed with my mate. “I don't want to leave.” I admitted, reaching for her under the sheets. She was still naked. Good Lord. I wanted to touch her all over again as I remembered her bare body. I always thought she looked beautiful but now she was exquisite. She was fuller, more radiant and alive. She was ravishing. “Not again, Lucius.” She beamed at me. I was touching her under the sheets, enjoying the feel of her. “Why not?” “Because I need to be able to walk.” “Oh, but I would rather have you in bed all day.” I joked. Although it was partly true. “You never get enough, do you?” she shook her head at me. If only she knew. I thought. Livia sat up on the bed and then swung her legs down. “Oh God! She groaned, startled. “What?” “Nothin
Livia's POV: Lucius stiffened and the room went quiet. I could hear my own heart race and it felt like forever before he said, “what did you say?” “I said you will become a father soon,” I told him a bit louder and with more confidence. Slowly, Lucius took a few steps back and then turned away. Oh, God! He was not happy. Hopping down from the table I went to him. I put my hand lightly on his shoulder. “I understand if you are not happy.” Never having a relationship with his parents and what he went through growing up, could explain his reaction. “Happy?” He turned to me carefully and grabbed my arms. “I am not happy Livia. I am lucky. You make me the luckiest man on earth even if I don't deserve it.” I could see a mix of emotions in his eyes. Happiness, sadness and worry. “You deserve every bit of it,” I assured. “And you would be an amazing father.” His hands slid up to my face, holding it gently. “Livia, you are a blessing in my cursed existence.” I didn't know whether to
Livia's POV: When I woke up I'm the morning Lucius was already gone. I scolded myself for not telling him I was pregnant. I knew I was worrying for nothing and that the news would probably make him very happy. After getting dressed I decided to look for him immediately. I went straight to Lucius' office, there I saw him engrossed in the papers in his hands. I cleared my throat to capture his attention. Lucius put the papers down on the table and stood up before looking at me. “Did you already miss me, wife?” He smiled. “Am I disturbing you?” I asked walking over to him. “No, bit you are distracting me much.” He said letting his gaze rake my body. I did nothing to prepare myself so that he found me distracting despite everything, made me confident. Lucius tilted his head to one side and studied me even more closely. “Did you gain some weight?” He asked and my confidence went out the window. “I am not sure,” I mumbled. “You look…” his eyes darkened. I knew that gaze and it brou
Livia's POV: I am pregnant, I am pregnant, I am pregnant. I kept chanting those words to myself everyday. I could still not believe it. How do I tell Lucius? It haven't even been up to two weeks since the incidence that claimed his life, would he be happy to have a child in this mess? He had never said anything about wanting to have a child ever which made me a bit concerned. Somehow I felt that he wouldn't be thrilled. I tried to imagine his reaction in my head several times but I couldn't figure out what his expression would be like. “Ylva… I am pregnant,” I told her as she prepared me for the night. Ylva stared at me through the mirror. Her eyes twinkled with both surprise and happiness. “My Lady…!” She exclaimed after she opened her mouth several times but was not able to say anything. “Can… I hug you… once?” I blinked a few times in surprise. I and Ylva had been very close, closer than with Lydia it she had never asked for a hug before. The only time she hugged me was when
Livia’s POV: I felt as though a storm had struck me. My whole emotions was in a mess. The heartbeat that I heard against my ears were crisp and loud. The urge to press my ears deeper to his chest grew in me, wanting to make sure I wasn't wrong and my ears hadn't lied to me. I didn't want this to be a dream or the sweet illusion that had been repeating in my subconsciousness. When his voice slipped to my ears in the most sweetest way, once again a wave of emotions washed my entire heart. My tears filled the rim of my eyes and tears slowly dribbled uncontrollably from my eyes. I slowly lifted my chin up, looking around to feel his hand around me before my emerald eyes finally met with Lucius' deep red ones. “I'm sorry, did I make you wait for long?” He asked as though he hadn't died, as though I hadn't killed him and as though it has only been an hour of our separation, when it had been more than 12 hours. 12 hours might be a mere few hours to others, but not to me who bore the guil
Livia's POV: My emerald eyes turned wider, glint of red appeared on my eyes that the serpent didn't miss. Reaching out my hand, I tried to manifest Elise when the serpent began to shake its body, causing large ripples and waves to tower over me. I looked at the upcoming waves as it was about to devour me hungrily. The waves spread wide like a mountain, wanting to eat me alive. My eyes flared brighter with hint of redness as I raised my hand out of impulse and was surprisingly able to create a barrier wide enough to cover the boat from being consumed by the waves. While I was surprised that I still haven't discovered all what I could do with my abilities, I wanted to breathe out in relief, I realized it wasn't the end as the serpent had quickly arrived behind me, rushing towards me. I clicked my tongue, pushing myself on the other end of the boat and ducked down as the serpent was about to take a taste bite on me. During the fight, the creature didn't help me. Instead he continued t
Livia's POV: A single boat coasted towards the shore, at the side where I stood. On the end of the boat was a creature who was cloaked in black. Its body was shorter than mine as his back was hunched forward. From underneath his cloak, his black bones hands held the wooden paddle on his hand. Though his eyes was covered, I could feel it moving towards me as if he knew I needed to cross this deadly river. “You… are coming to the boat?” The hoarse voice of the creature was shrilling and there was a delay in his first words as if his tongue was having a difficulty on speaking quickly. I nodded my head before putting my feet on the surface of the boat. As I went onboard, the creature looked at me. No words exchanged, but I could see his displeasure, “Soul… give me.” “I won't be fully crossing the sea to the abyss,” I answered, “And only crossing the sea to the abyss would I need to pay, don't I?” The creature huffed to show his annoyance but he didn't reply as I was correct. While cr
Livia's POV: In the forest of the Crescent Pack, the place where I had found my Mate and my peace, a place which I had considered a safe haven now haunted me with memories of I and Lucius. I felt empty as a part of me now became lost, Elise, my wolf had been quiet and hadn't let out a sound since the minute Lucius gave out his last breath. I had prevented Adrain from coming along in order for me to gain full concentration. I was certain that no matter how narrow my chances were of seeing Lucius again, it would be enough for me to bring him back to life. I went deep into the forest till I hit to the spot where the old oak tree was planted. I couldn't remember the last time since I came to this part of the forest. The oak tree which stood in front of me now which I had named ‘grandma’ was my solace and healing place when I had no one, but Lucius came along and he became more than just a safe haven for me, he became my paradise and I planned spending every moment of my life in his embr