MoreaWe finally made it to the hospital, just ten minutes away from the White Tower house. It's a well-known public hospital located in the heart of Dakota, and it has been serving the community for centuries, ever since the city was established. The building is still standing tall with its pristine white floors and walls, situated amid a lush green field. As I step out of the car, my sense of smell is greeted by a range of scents that aren't just from werewolves.I catch a whiff of herbs as a few people walk by, mostly females, and I immediately sense that they're witches. And there's also this hybrid, which has a mix of different supernatural bloodlines. Some people have a weak aura because they were born without any supernatural blood at all, just humans.As I stepped into the main lobby, the strong smell of medicine instantly assaulted my nostrils. I froze in my tracks, overwhelmed by a wave of revulsion.I find this strange because, back in the day, I used to assist Doctor Jane
Catrina.'She can bring them back to life without lying a finger on them.' That's what she said yesterday to us at the White Tower house.The warrior she saw was also dying with a severe wound that should have left him dead.My heart was racing, and I did my utmost to avoid making eye contact with the patient. "One of the Blackthorn's pack members found a similar case, right? She claimed how a male turned into those monsters before her very eyes. I'd like to have a private conversation with her, but I doubt Alpha Carlo will allow it. Midd Catrina, I was just wondering if she was one of the two people who came with you earlier."I was just about to nod, but my head automatically halted, recalling how worried Morea was as soon as she arrived here. I didn't have to ask to know that she already had a feeling that something was off about this place. She probably felt the same thing she experienced in the forest with Zeke before.I can't recall anyone else besides us—Alpha Nox and Sheerin
Catrina.I shut my eyes because of the intense brightness, briefly mistaking it for coming from the monsters. However, I couldn't sense or hear his step approach anymore. I opened my eyes and saw that the creature was already frozen in his tracks. As I glanced around, it dawned on me that the aura emanating was my own. Whatever it was, the intense energy building up inside me created a shield that kept the monsters at bay. The monsters went quiet and screamed in agony as my light beamed down on them. I noticed that Dr. Shawn was watching me intently, so I flexed my fingers, and the light did not fade. What was happening was completely out of my head. I glanced at Doctor Shawn and was relieved to realize that, thankfully, this light didn't seem to affect us.It was only this monster that felt the pain, and I realized that it had only one meaning. My power, this blessing, is protecting me from it. "Touch it. Lay your hand on it; we need to see what happens if you do that." Doctor Sha
Carlo.We pulled over near the edge of the forest and ventured into it on foot. This spot is the nearest to the Forstfire pack, which is led by Alpha Nox. The most northern. And now we're already out of Dakota. I stayed vigilant and focused as we delved further and further into the dense rows of trees. I was sure that the witch was here, and close by, I started to catch a whiff of her scent.After all, the mark I gave her on that Azure Moon night hasn't faded yet, which means there's still a bond between us that allows me to know her whereabouts more easily. Besides that bond, it's not hard to pick up on her scent, but it was very faint. Maybe she knew we were coming, and she's trying to hide it, making it impossible for anyone to detect. As we walked through the denser part, where the sunlight struggled to break through the thick foliage, I sensed an enchanting atmosphere. Black magic. Besides Celeste, I could sense that witches were keeping an eye on us. They didn't want us to know
CarloCeleste guided me out of the old, run-down shack, and suddenly we found ourselves in the backyard of her house. I heard the sound of water in the distance and the rustling of something in the leaves. I had a feeling that she was trying to deceive me, so I stayed cautious and didn't lower my defenses.Celeste's gaze landed on me. Her appearance was evident in how she appeared quite frail. Everything she said about losing her power was true. "Do you have any idea why I'm doing this?" she asked me, her eyes sad. I understand that she was attempting to evoke sympathy from me, but now I perceive her as nothing but something I have to destroy. "You didn't even realize the impact of your actions on innocent werewolves because you're acting irrational and dumb. And now you're completely overwhelmed by what you've created; you're just being dumb." I respondedI saw her lips pull into a very, very thin smile. "I know, and I realize my mistake," she said, dropping her gaze to the grou
Zeke. It hurts. This silver completely overwhelmed my senses, rendering me unable to take any action. The wound on my chest has reopened from the altercation with one of them just moments ago. I should have anticipated that she wouldn't be by herself when I approached her. Where did this strong presence of dark magic come from, if not from her deliberate awakening of each one? She was nothing more than a weak witch when I told her to run that day. I told her to run away in the hope that she would save herself and distance herself from all of this. What was I thinking at that moment? Did I truly think that Celeste would just flee far away if she had the choice to tap into this power and have control over them? I was such a fool. I let myself believe that with what I did, she would listen to my words and go as far away as possible, waiting for me to catch up with her so we could build a life together, free from any obstacles that stood in our way. This silver made me feel like I
Celeste"No," My voice slipped out of my mouth. It was so shaky that I couldn't recognize it myself. I couldn't help but feel a sense of disbelief in my voice after experiencing what had just happened. "This can't be happening..." I have completed my ritual. I had resurrected monsters from the dying and the dead. Beings that will only submit to my authority. They will not listen to the commands of anyone but me. Creatures that would be my army getting what I wanted and eliminating those who stood in my way. However, I tried to close my eyes and concentrate again. The entire Dakota felt... clean. And all of a sudden, a wave of not entirely unfamiliar power made my eyes flicker open. Goddess, I'm sure I've felt this power before. But when? Then I remember the night at the grand ball party when a similar aura came from a mysterious person entering the venue. It was none other than that Omega. Catrina. She was the one who received the blessing from the goddess on the night of the Az
Catrina.Morea and Carissa exchanged glances upon hearing Doctor Shawn's words. Morea then looked at me with complete disbelief, while Carissa merely gave a knowing look. I couldn't quite fathom what was going through her mind, but it seemed as though she had a keen sense of what this blessing was capable of doing. Morea gently held my hand; her gaze focused on the intricate lines etched on my palm as if she were deciphering a cosmic map. "So it was all you..." she whispered as her fingers delicately followed the patterns on my palms."What did you see?" Doctor Shawn turned to the two girls, silently urging me to listen to their response. "They were... vanished. Destroyed as easily as how the monsters were created. They were destroyed without a trace." Morea answered him."We were upstairs when all this chaos happened. When they resurrected, including when you witnessed how the creatures died one by one." He said. I couldn't answer other than nodding in agreement.I could see that C
Carlo.I inhaled from my cigarette, watching the smoke float into the air. I've been attempting to rid myself of this anger that's been consuming me, but unfortunately, my efforts have been in vain. All of Zeke's words, his act of betrayal, and the secrets he kept—I never expected him to do something like this.I would have killed him yesterday if Catrina's screams hadn't alerted the others to come. It took Jonah, Alex, and two other warriors to separate me from Zeke.I had already injured Zeke when they finally succeeded in separating us. As blood trickled from the deep gash I inflicted on his neck, dangerously close to his veins, I almost killed him..."Let me kill him," I growled, giving a warning that if they interfered, I might not hesitate to kill them too."What happened? Alpha, we didn't mean to interrupt or interfere, but...you could have killed him!""Just let it be. He deserved it," I answered.My gaze was sharp at Zeke. He didn't say anything. Of course, he had no explanat
Catrina."Is everything alright? I saw two wolves jump to you from the direction of the forest." Zeke and Carissa hurriedly approached us, catching our attention. "Yes. There's nothing to worry about." Carlo answered. "They're just rogues and their pups around here, but Catrina senses that the female is pregnant. So, it seems like we'll be welcoming a new member to our pack soon." Carlo's sentence brought a comforting feeling to my chest, as he genuinely considered my suggestion, which I truly appreciated.'Thank you so much,' I smiled and said through our link.'Anything for you.'Carissa grinned, mirroring Zeke's proud expression. He turned to me and exclaimed, "Cat, you're a true Luna that any pack would be lucky to have! Not only are you powerful, but your attention to detail like this will provide them with a feeling of safety.""Thanks, that was so kind," I said to him.I noticed Zeke and Carlo exchange glances, and I realized that they were communicating through the link. Ze
CatrinaI sensed Carlo's presence in the dining room without even glancing at the door, as his intoxicating smell wafted towards me. I immediately rushed towards him, and he pulled me closer by my waist. We kissed, savoring the moment without any sense of urgency. The way he kisses me and expresses his emotions always brings me so much joy and makes me feel incredibly loved. He didn't just kiss me when he wanted sex."The food is ready..." Mathilda announced, capturing the attention of the men.There are also some warriors, Carlo's closest confidant, who brought along their mate. Fortunately, we prepared a generous amount of food, so it seems we'll be able to enjoy a delightful meal this morning. "Come one, come on.""I'm already so peckish," Jonah murmured.Carlo invited the others to take a seat. They promptly made their way to the dining table and began helping themselves to the delicious spread of food."Invite Edna to join too." Carlo said to an Omega, then asked me, "Is Lacie aw
Catrina.Three days later...After freshening up and changing my outfit, I made my way to the kitchen, drawn by the joyful sounds of laughter and conversation. Today was a vibrant morning, with the sun shining brightly. From the open window, the air carried the delightful fragrance of flowers from the garden and the mouthwatering aroma of cooking from the stove.Carissa stood next to the stove and seemed to be stirring something in a pot. It must be a soup—a flavorful and aromatic soup that is full of richness..."I already have a feeling it will be really good." I walked over.Edna looks after Lacie in the living room. Morea glanced at the oven, noticing the cake batter she had recently placed inside. It seemed she had planned to bake a cake this morning. Meanwhile, Mathilda set up multiple utensils and placed them neatly on the dining table."Let me help," I offered, retrieving a sleek bowl from the cupboard and placing it on the dining table."Didn't I mention that you could come
ZekeThat's how it all unfolded, like in a whirlwind. I took a few steps back. As I shifted back into my human self, my mouth was moist, and the metallic tang of blood remained. I'm feeling queasy. I shifted my gaze elsewhere, avoiding the sight of what I had just done.Celeste remained still. Indeed, I have just ended her life.Catrina sprinted towards me, her voice lost in the wind as she appeared before me in an instant. She violently shook my shoulder and said, "Zeke! You hear me?"Carlo came closer. His face was filled with so much emotion that I couldn't explain what it was, but it was clear that there was anger. He ordered me not to kill Celeste because we promised her death in front of all Dakota.But I didn't listen to what he ordered. So it's understandable that he's angry. Carlo assisted Catrina in getting to her feet. I saw how she was shocked and shaking, and I felt guilty. Alex, Jonah, and the others are showing similar expressions.They looked like they couldn't believ
Catrina After providing Luna and her puppies with some comforting words and assuring them that we would soon locate Celeste and ensure her safety, I made my way back to Carlo. The Lunas and pups have been returned to their respective packs, while the Alphas remain here. They had a meeting at the manor, and afterward, the tasks were divided. To ensure that we would find her as soon as possible, they dispersed to every corner of Dakota until she was discovered. When I came back and make my way to the meeting room only Damien remained. He and Carlo appeared to be engaged in a heated discussion until the entire room was enveloped by their intense aura. "Your mate freed that witch; now I want to hear what you will do to account for this?" Damien growled; his face looked annoyed and angry when Carlo said that Amora was his mate. "I've rejected her; she's no longer my mate. But I'll make sure to kill her as soon as I find her." "Regardless of whether she is your mate or not, you are w
Celeste"Is something wrong?"Amora's voice made me turn to her. I just shook my head. She's come this far; she must have had a hard time getting past all of the guards and security that Carlo set. To finally be able to free myself from the prison that locked me up, so I wouldn't worry about her just because of this silly little thought.But somehow it was hard not to look back when I could feel Zeke approaching.'Just keep moving. If he finds out you escaped, what will he take other than ending your life?' I reminded myself to take a step forward and face the facts.Just like Carlo Zeke, he wouldn't forgive me if he found out I escaped, especially what I did to him. I've betrayed him so badly that he would kill me at any chance he had.If I had to answer what I felt at the moment, I decided to betray him and make all the help he gave seem meaningless. The pain I felt was indescribable. If it's possible, I'd prefer not to do all of that."Sister," Amora said, gently placing her hand o
ZekeAfter they successfully marked each other, I observed Catrina leading Carlo toward the exit, and they eventually departed from the venue. Several eyes checked them out, and several let out whistles. There's no one stopping them, as we all know they deserve their privacy tonight.Well, finally. I convinced myself that I was happy for both of them. Carlo finally realized his feelings for her all this time, yeah, even though it was a bit late, and Catrina finally got what she deserved all along.They will be together forever, as Luna and Alpha rule this pack. And their descendants will continue their legacy. I know this pack will be even better knowing it is in the right hands.I shifted my attention to a few couples moving on the dance floor. Morea joined them with a man from another pack. A voice called out from behind me,"Do you think he could be the right person for her?" Carissa asked. With a smile on her face, she brought over two glasses of wine and kindly offered one to me
Carlo.Even though I had already made sure that there would be a high level of security at our marking ceremony tonight, how can I still detect their presence nearby? That should be impossible.I know that Catrina also noticed the same thing since, the very next second, she allowed her power to make a shield that encircled us. It formed a barrier of protection in the same way that those monsters emerge from the shadows. Their appearance is exactly the same as it was before, with unsightly scars covering their entire body in every spot.They must have sensed our aura, so they followed us here. I remember that some of our prisoners are in the state of dying; they might die in the dungeon, but there's no way they can transform into these creatures without Celeste's magic.Celeste is locked up in a specially designed, isolated prison, which, as Catrina claims, has sealed her powers. Celeste shouldn't be able to do this.Has she managed to escape? But how is that possible?Catrina summons