VICTOR’S POVDavon left his phone on the dining table. He always does, and every time, Mia calls. I’ve deleted some of her call logs and messages. Davon didn’t notice it and still waits for Mia to contact him again, but I am always here to do my part.“Hmm, she is relentless. I guess my brother needs a new phone,” I took Davon’s phone and told my assistant to dispose it. He need a new and expensive model anyway. The old one was cheap and outdated. As my brother, and king, he need things that would define his status in life. Mia is only a distraction. Few days later, Davon kept on searching for his phone. Just in time for me to give my welcome gift shall I say. “Brother,” I handed him the new Iphone14, “Stop searching for your old phone. I took the liberty to buy you a new one for since it has been days since you lost your phone.”“Thank you, brother, but I cannot replace my phone. I think I missed lace it around the house. I will find it.”“But I insist. As king, you should have yo
MIA’S POVJeffrey was waiting for me at the parking lot. His mocking gaze while I locked my bike on a poll was irritating. I side-eyed him entering the building. Theo and Nixon was waiting at the corridor, and went snappy seeing me. “Where’d your Dad?” Theo asked. I shrugged. Jeffrey gestured for me to follow him and we went to Professor Callahan’s office. My eyes widened stepping inside. “Ah, here she is!” Dad approached me and peck my cheek, “James, I’m sure you met my daughter.”“Of course. Mia Lucas. One of my student in history. How can I forget?”I smiled confusingly and turned to my Dad. “Dad, why are you here? I don’t recall meeting you here.”“Oh, I came to see James and to offer him a spot in the Legion. As what I’ve said, I’ll be seating as the leader and next week is the inauguration.”“A spot? What?” “James would be my advisor. He had gathered many details about werewolves for the past years and he would be a big help upon my regime,” Dad said, smiling widely. “And
MIA’S POV“I told you I don’t want to ever be reminded of him again!” I grabbed Nixon’s phone and threw it on the floor. “Hey! That is not nice!”“Shhh! If my Mom wakes up your dead.”Nixon took his phone, and apologized. He just wanted to cheer me up and if Davon would be the reason, he have all ears. “Thanks for your concern, but like I said, I wanted to forget Davon.”“And l told you I can call my Dad and have him on the phone to talk to you. Maybe you need to clear your relationship with him.”“It doesn’t matter. If he wanted to continue us, he would have called or visit. But he didn’t. There’s no use forcing us.”Nixon stayed for an hour listening to my pain. He wanted me to unload my burden to him and then move on. He’s right, there’s no reason for me to hurt myself. Moving on is the best choice. *******Dad became the next leader of the Legion. I got the chance to witness his inauguration on live. I requested to join the ceremony, but Dad refused. Due to his reputation as w
DAVON’S POV“Hometown? You mean near Mia,” Victor came up to me and fixed my suit. He took my tie in my pocket and put it back on my neck, “Davon, why do you want to settle in that forgotten town? Here, you have everything. A mansion, a business, our pack, a good life.”“These are all nothing without Mia. I wouldn’t be here if it wasn’t for her. Why do you have issue with her and our hometown?” Victor stopped fixing my tie and stepped back, “I do not have. I just want you to realize how privilege we are to have the richness in life.”“I am honored, but you must understand that my mate is important to me too. I’m sure you’ll understand once you find your mate.”“Fine. You can attend to that school, but college would be here. I’ll arrange everything. We can build a house before the classes start,” Victor went back to his table.“Actually, I already have a plan.”The mansion beside my graveyard. I had it renovate to be my home when I returned to my land. Victor dissented my plan, but
MIA’S POV“Where?” I gulped. In the back of my mind, I was praying Cheska wouldn’t remember her Aunt Vera. “Nah! I forgot where. Anyways, I’m going to ask my parents about Nixon. They might be home for summer.”“Me too.” I exhaled. I thought Cheska got me there. I almost peed in my pants. “Okay, catch you two later. I’m going to call my parents,” Cheska headed to the door. “Look who’s excited now,” I tease. She just snubbed me and continued leaving. Theo shrugged, but stayed playing on his phone. At home, I told my Mom about Nixon’s invitation, but I made sure Jaret was already sleeping. He’s now on the day shift. “Where is he planning take you and youe friends?” Mom was skeptical. She knew Nixon was a werewolf and being an ex-member of the Legion, she doesn’t trust him.“We haven’t decided yet, but Nixon is harmless. You know that.”Mom couldn’t decide yet without knowing our destination. But from her reaction, I’m pretty sure she will let me go with them.What also worries Mom
MIA’S POV“What was that? Another werewolf?” I looked around. The howl seemed to be nearby. Nixon shifted back to human, and came to me, listening closely. “Probably. I’m not surprise if it was another werewolf. Let’s take a stroll.”“So there are many of you in this world. Great.”“More than you can ever imagine,” Nixon shifted again and squatted.“Hop on my back,” he speak inside my head. I was flabbergasted that he could communicate with me through my mind. As far as I know, only mates can do that especially that I am a human. “How did you....”“I told you, you are my mate. Now hop on!”I rode his back. Nixon ran into the woods as far as he could get. We tour the island in the dark. There are spots where I couldn’t see anything, but werewolves just like other night crawlers could see in the dark.He was my guide, and would stopped and showed me the hidden wonders of the island. “Wow! I never thought darkness could be beautiful,” I saw the fireflies lighting our way. They were r
MIA’S POV“How sweet.”Cheska jokingly giggled seeing the flowers delivered in our room. It came from Nixon. He is formally courting me now, and didn’t expect he would be serious. “A bouquet of red roses,” I smelled the flowers. They were freshly picked and still smell like morning breeze.“He’s officially courting you. Congratulations. Now don’t act silly because that doesn’t mean that you are going to accept his love. There’s more thing to do.”“He knows that, and he is patient,” I defended Nixon a bit. “Whatever. You are not going to be her girl. Don’t complicate things.”Am I making it complicated? As far as I know, I am only allowing Nixon to court me, not to be his girlfriend yet, because no matter how I tried, Davon still owns my heart. Staying in the island has been fun so far. The vacation was worth it, and Nixon effortlessly entertained us. Cheska may not showing it, but she appreciate the gesture, but not his friends. “Come on! Pass the ball!” Theo yelled. We were playi
DAVON’S POV "A witch? Since when did Victor had a witch friend?" "They've been friends for years. He occationalky visit him." "Really? He didn't learn from my mistake and trusted a witch," I sneered, recalling how I got curse. "That's on him, but we never trusted Erwan. We are force to treat him well because of your brother. No one trust a witch in our pack like you said based on your experienced." I want to meet that Erwan one of these days. If he can be trusted, he could continue to visit my people. If not, there is no reason to let him enter our pack. ****** “Any sighting of her?” I asked the guards I contracted, visiting my hometown. Mia was the main reason why I convinced Victor for the renovation and allowing me to attend the same school with Mia. “No sighting of her, sir. We have asked the clerk in the library and she had informed us that Mia was on leave,” they reported back. I sent them out to searched for Mia, but I guess I won't see her yet. “On leave? Is she in
DAVON’S POVMia is the only person who could tell me about Vera. If she’s back, I have to be really careful and hide. Not only she could do harm to me but also to Mia. Theo told me that she would be discharge in the afternoon. I went back to the hospital dress as a utility personnel. I stole the uniform in the locker room of the stuff when I used the back door. Covering my face with a mask, I took a map and a pail, and clean the hallway on the floor where Mia was confined. I waited for a few minutes for Jeffrey or Elon, but I didn’t see their shadows. Moments later, I used the cap I found inside the utility uniform’s pocket and wears it. I went to Mia’s room and check the toilet. When it was clear that she was alone, I immediately approached her. “Mia, is it true that Vera is back?” “Davon? Oh, my God!” Mia glanced at the door, “If my Dad sees you you’re dead.”“I know that’s why I made sure they aren’t here. Is it true that Vera is back?” I checked the door every second. “Who t
DAVON’S POVTheo narrated after I left. Mia’s struggle to forget me, our past, and our love. I now know why she hated me, and that made me wonder if I deserve her. “That’s sad, but let’s here Davon’s reasons. We cannot jump into conclusion without hearing his side,” Aunt Criselda said, waiting for me to talk. I explained everything to Theo. He was silent the whole time, contemplating on my story. If he deny me, I don’t know who else to approach to help me with Mia. “Bro, if you lost your phone, you should have visit her. I know it’s a long drive and very tiring, but at least that way Mia will know the problem.”“I know it’s my fault. I shouldn’t have assumed that she would wait for me and understand my situation without telling her. I was just caught up with the responsibility given to me, and I thought I needed to improve myself so I could catch up with this world.”“Catch up? Why, are you a caveman?” Aunt Criselda urged to eat the muffin, “There you have it Theo. Can you he
DAVON’S POV“Elon Lucas. What a pleasant surprise?!” I was playing it cool, but deep inside I was terrified. Elon Lucas is mot a fan of my kind and yet here he is, in my house. Elon smiled. “Indeed. Actually, your presence in the hospital shocked me. I’m sure you already know why I am here.”“Hmm, coffee? Wine?” Elon chose wine. Preferably cognac. Fortunately, Victor set up a mini bar and filled it with all kinds of wine. It paid well. I told Alfred to serve the wine and joined them in the living room. I was rehearsing my answer in my thoughts just in case Mia already denied me.“Tell me about it,” Elon demanded, thanking Alfred for the wine. “It was a big mistake. Mia and I are not together just to make it clear. Well before, but its all over now.”I was studying Elon Lucas’s face. A wrinkle formed his brows which means he is not satisfied with my answer. That is up to him. I stated the truth. Nothing more, nothing less.“That is great. Not anymore that only prove to me that you
MIA’S POV“He is not!” I sit up, objecting. “Then what is he talking about?” “Look, Mr. Lucas, it’s a long story but if you let me. I will explain….”“Davon, that’s enough! Will you please just go! You are not invited here,” I shamed him. With Dad around, I don’t think it’s a good idea to dwell in the past. Davon left in silence. For everyone’s peace of mind, Nixon left too. Dad doesn’t want any werewolves in my room, and I know he will not back off. “I brought you some flowers,” Jeffrey place it on the table, setting aside Nixon and Davon’s flowers, “How do you feel?”Jeffrey touch my forehead. I slapped his hand and move away. “Baby girl, he is only concern for you,” Dad defended him, and because of that, I lost my interest to talk to him. Obviously, I don’t like Jeffrey, but he’s pushing it. “Okay, what happen? How did you end up here?” Dad asked. I turned my back on them, so Mom explained everything. I am not going to pretend anymore. Jeffrey is not welcome in the family and
MIA’S POVWhat is happening to me? I felt so weak. Vera was in front of me shouting. Then she gave me water, forcing me to drink. I took a sip and close my eyes. After a few seconds I felt my stomach grumbled and puke. God, that felt better! Vera check my eyes and poured something in my mouth. “This will make her feel better. She’s dehydrated. Did you have a drink last night?” “Yes, Aunt Vera, just a few drinks.”“That’s why,” Vera told the housekeeper to cook some soup and demanded to do it quickly. She came back and check my pulse then check my eyes. I feel better, but my head still span when I move. “She’s regaining color. Give her the soup and let her rest. She needs more sleep and water. I suggest your friend shouldn’t drink alcohol when she’s anemic. It’s too dangerous.”Cheska stood beside the couch with her hands on her waist. She shook her and took her phone. “Is she stress lately? Because if she is then your friend must be suffering from poor sleep which causes her hem
MIA’S POV“Jeffrey? What the heck are you doing here?” “This is a public place. I can be wherever I want. Now, if you please,” Jeffrey drink his wine and put the glass in the table, “Before this guy shifted and rampage this place, we better go. You don’t want to be here if the Legion comes.”“What are you talking about?” “Questions later,” Jeffrey held my hand and pulled me. I immediately pulled back and meddled with Nixon and Davon. Jeffrey didn’t leave and watched us with mockery in his eyes, while Nixon and Davon were sizing each other. My friends came to help me, but none of them broke their stares. “If you do not stop, Dad would be here with his entire Legion and I would be force to marry Jeffrey!” I yelled. “What? Tell me you’re joking,” Davon turned to me confusingly. “I am not. So you two stop this nonsense or I will never talk to any of you ever again!” I walked away. Theo and Cheska followed me. I urged them to go home and leave the place before Jeffrey report everythi
MIA’S POV When we got home, Mom quickly went to the kitchen and opened some wine, drinking it straight from the bottle.“Mom, are you okay?” “I’m fine, just go to your room.” I nodded and turned away, heading to my room when I heard Mom called me again.“Mia, forget what your Dad said. He’s delirious, and I don’t want you going to that place ever again.” I couldn’t agree less with Mom, but Dad’s announcement didn’t bother me for a moment. I was more concerned of their confrontation. Dad was downhearted hearing those words from my Mom. As if she regret their relationship. She regret falling for him. “There’s only one person to blame,” I fisted. The next morning, I searched for Jeffrey Henderson at the Japanese restaurant. I know most of the members of the Legion hang out there, and I was right.“Jeffrey! I need to talk to you now!” “Do we have something to talk about? I am enjoying my tea can’t you see?” he answered rudely. How could Dad set me up with the guy like him? “Yes we
MIA’S POV“What are you talking, Dad?” I uttered softly.“You heard me right. Jeffrey is one of the members of Legion. He can protect you. Besides, he already confess his interest on you yesterday and he was very sincere.”Everyone congratulate us. I let my Dad’s words sink in to my perturbed mind. He already planned my marriage without asking me. Dad called Jeffrey and invited him to join us in the center stage. He was smiling widely waving to the crowd. He was about to hold my waist but I eluded him. “Don’t touch me,” I said and walked out. “Mia!” Dad called out, but I left swiftly, leaving my bike in Jeffrey’s car. I kept running without direction. All I wanted was to getaway. I thought meeting my father again was a good thing. Why would he want to betrothed me to a man I don’t love? Is it enough that he and Mom didn’t end well being in the same secret society. I stopped running and realized that I reached the bay walk. It was packed with tourist enjoying the beach. Sitting u
MIA’S POV I was breathless seeing Davon entered the classroom. Our eyes met, but I immediately retracted. He introduced himself to the class and moved to a seat at the back. Davon dress expensively like his brother Victor. Confident and proud. Different from the Davon I once knew. City life changes him big time. What do I expect? He left and didn't bother to look back and forgotten us. That is how money could do to you. His eyes didn’t left my sight, but I pretended not affected by his presence. Davon is nothing to me now. He no longer exist in my life. “Welcome to our school, Mr. Maddox. I hope you enjoy your senior year here. If you have any questions or you need some guidance, my office is open to all students,” Professor Callahan said with full of enthusiasm. He was always been proud of our town, but knowing Davon as one of the oldest family living in this town, he found his new prospect to trade stories about this place’s history. “Thank you, Professor. I appreciate that.”