"If I say I can do it, then why don't you trust me?" I adamantly refuse.Dexter grits, his grip on my palm is squeezing but he's careful not to hurt me."Because…" he begins, staring me straight in the eyes, "knowing you, you'll hole yourself in here all day just to get it right when it took years of perfection to get to my current level."I can't refute his words, on the contrary, he's very accurate.Supposing Dexter didn't see my current condition then I would have gone outside and continued my training, but he's here now and there's no way to refuse him."I didn't say I want to be perfect, I just want to get it right.""And I'm telling you it's normal to not get it right in your first day, so why don't you just listen to me!"The room falls into silence as he walks over to the corner and sighs repeatedly by himself."Alright, if you want to train so much then go ahead, but… not until you're able to master up the proper posture without using a bow and arrow!"My eyes shone right aft
I never thought I'd be the authoritative type, but I'm so pissed by her presence that the worse side of me is finally showing."I don't know what you're talking about," Linda denies with a scoff as she rolls her eyes, poking her mouth with her tongue.The nerve of this woman to dare mistake me for a fool."How did you find us in the first place?" I ask the adamant woman.Despite my several questions Linda looks away continuously scowling at my words as if I didn't exist.I can't bear watching her ignore me but I have to respect the fact that this woman could snap me in half just like a twig in the first place.Finally as if tired by my presence she scoffs, walking up to me as she continuously pokes me in the shoulder."Tell me something, Vina.""It's Vida," I correct her."You honestly think, you can seduce my man just because you have human half breed cubs with him?""I never thought so, but I can admit that he is attracted to me," intentionally digging into her skin.Linda's eyes sh
I could hardly believe my eyes, not less ears.Standing and staring right at Linda who has her five fingers showing right on her face, the horror of what had just happened could hardly escape my lips."...what… What are you doing? Why'd you hit yourself?" I am not sure whether to take a step forward or backward."Hmph!" Linda scoffs, her eyes slightly looking right behind her.Just then, it felt like the reality of the situation had finally caught up to me as I spotted Dexter approaching me from a distance with hurried steps, and he did not look happy.Slowly I take a safe step away from Linda as she holds her face, her eyes starting to well up and turn red, her voice hoarse while she continuously looks away and hesitant."I…I know you don't like me, but…" she pauses for a second and wipes her tears, "hitting me is way beyond rude, I don't think I used any words on you to trigger such hate…"What can I say, once a b*tch, always a b*tch, and this woman sure has her ways to the point wh
It was just as I had predicted. I didn't, even in the slightest bit like what came next, or rather, who I saw.To my greatest disdain, the beginning of my difficult life and the main culprit of how I ended up this way was sitting right behind me, continuously waving that he stands up and hurries over towards me."Boys, you see, someone is coming over here," I tell them as I watch Erik clumsily hurry over. "I want you boys to be on your best behavior and not say a word to him except greet him when he gets here okay!""Kay!" They echo, wiping their mouths in preparation for our guests.I could feel my inside twist in disgust as he drew closer.I can't help but wonder how he and Rachel are fairing after all these years.Did they finally get married after all they did to me?Tch! It's not my business, why do I care about whether he lives well or not?Still, I am surprised to see him after such a long time."Vida… hi!" Erik says with hesitation while he stutters.Contrary to years ago the
"Mama…"Neo suddenly calls out to me in a sad hoarse voice, it almost sounds as if he's about to cry. They've been quiet since we arrived home, but hearing them sound this way was quite alarming for me.Troubled by his voice, I laugh to lift the mood, "Yes sweetie?"There's a long pause right after.He's hesitating, and so is Ash who seems to cut eyes with Neo who couldn't care less about Ash."...Who's Linda?""What!" My world seems to have stopped for a moment right after I heard this question.I can hardly believe my ears as I scoff, hiding my worry and fear.Why? Why are they bothered about that woman and how do they even know her?"Who's Linda, mama?" Neo asks once again."Neo!""Are you going to abandon us, mama?" Neo begins tearing up as I embrace him tightly swaying him side to side as I as well try to control my tears."Why would you say such a thing," I tell him with a smile, knowing fully well he was right on track with the whole situation."But that woman said she's gonna
"I'm sorry for coming in unannounced, I just had something to talk to you about," I tell him while maintaining a safe distance so I can take a proper look at his face.Dexter still wears that look of anger or hatred as he hisses in annoyance putting back the toy on top of his table."Even if you have something to tell me, it doesn't give you the right to enter my office without permission," he tells me.I stare at him, completely unsure what to say next as I frown.How can he act like I'm tresp*ssing, and I already apologized, what is with him?"I said I'm sorry, okay, and besides, I didn't touch anything except the toy, okay.""Well I don't care, just, next time, don't enter here without my permission," he says.Being given the cold shoulders I'm taken back, my shoulders slump from disappointment as I didn't expect to be treated like this.Ever since we returned, he's become cold towards me, it's almost as if I'm talking to a different person entirely.Is it because of Linda? Has he
Lost in a whirlpool of confusion I rack the deepest part of my brain for an answer to his question but I'm blank. Nothing makes sense and neither is he."I don't understand what you're trying to say, if you have a problem or question for me then say it and stop with all of this drama," I tell him.Dexter's fists by his side clenched rather tightly as he still wears his fake smile.I could hear his breathing while he chuckled, barely able to restrain himself anymore.It scares me to see this side of him, and it's even more frightening to know that the reason for his behavior is something I'm supposedly responsible for, and yet unknown to me."I don't think I've been as obvious and as close to any male before as you did today with Linda, in front of the kids, you even yelled at them! It's fine that she's your fiance and she deserves respect but don't do so by embarr*ssing them!""Enough!"His loud voice echoes like a thunderstorm as I stand at attention.His shoulders rise up and down a
I'm bewitched by his fingertip upon my chin, my gaze diverted to at least contain my flushed face.Slowly he traces his finger upwards, grazing by the side of my cheek as he strokes the locks of my hair.I hear him sigh and I can see him lower his gaze, his hand from my hair slowly lowering once again.He traces my hair down to my chin, and then his fingers stretch out widely, completely covering my neck as he grits multiple times.The veins on his hands thicken becoming rock hard.Regardless of how much his veins showed or how angry he seemed, his hands which seemed itchy to crush me would always retract once he squeezed in even just a tiny bit.Dexter let go of my arms, his left hand *ssisting his right to strangle me, and yet his grip could hardly hurt a fly."Stop playing these games!" He says to me in a hoarse sobbing voice."What game?""You're doing all of these to get my attention aren't you?"Dexter, overwhelmed with hopelessness, seems rather anxious to hear my response. His
Dexter's POVKnock knock!!"Alpha, it's time to go." I'm told.Never have I ever felt this ready for anything in my entire life as I brace myself for whatever would happen behind that door.I take a deep breath, calming my nerves, and check myself in the mirror one more time."Come on Papa. You look dashing already, let's go, we can't keep Mama waiting forever, she'll die of boredom," Neo scolds me.Rather than Vida, it feels as if the ones truly bored are my two tricksters with Neo sighing repeatedly and Ash pacing to and fro the room.I raise my hand in surrender, "All alright, I'm all ready, we can go now," I tell them."Finally," the both of the chorus as they hurry up on their feet and run out the door.It's been a month since the war, and everything seems to be going smoothly for us. Today, Vida and I were finally going to tie the knot after much difficulty.I didn't need to suck up to anyone, nor did I need their approval to do as I please. The problem of a human Luna died the
Dexter's POVThe news hit like a hurricane, a revelation that left the pack in disbelief.Vida, once our Luna, had allied herself with the rogues—the very enemies who had stained our history with blood, the ones responsible for the loss of our grandparents.The pack's confusion mirrored the turmoil within me, torn between duty and the remnants of a love that had seemingly crumbled.Ash and Neo, the innocent casualties of our unravelling saga, clung to the hope that their mother had been coerced, that she was still the woman they loved.Their eyes, mirrors of the pain etched across their faces, pleaded with me to take them to her—to see her, to understand. But the weight of betrayal hung heavy on my shoulders, and I insisted that Vida, in her newfound allegiance, was to be treated as an enemy.As the moon rose, casting an eerie glow upon the battleground, the rogues attacked our borders with a ferocity that mirrored the storm within our hearts.I, Dexter, my eyes a reflection of the pa
The night hangs heavy with anticipation as the black moon casts its mysterious glow upon the werewolf realm.After Dexter marked me, I felt the steady pulse of newfound strength coursing through my veins.What began as a subtle shift in my abilities evolved into something extraordinary, something that left even the elders in awe.The packed council, their eyes filled with a mix of trepidation and wonder, gathered to discuss my unprecedented powers.Controlling consciousness was a gift, or perhaps a curse, that surp*ssed the known limits of our kind. A human marked by a werewolf, an anomaly in our ancient traditions. They saw it as an opportunity, a chance to elevate the Black Moon Pack to heights unseen.In the weeks that followed, my connection with Dexter deepened.We shared more than just thoughts; we shared emotions, sensations, and dance of souls intertwined. Mindlinking with children and Dexter was just the beginning.Now, I could extend my influence further, manipulating the th
Vida's PovI listen with rapt attention to every bit of Dexter's story and I come to realise that the wolves I saw that day were not Dexter, rogues and I have carried that narrative in my head for years.As I try to process all that he said, I get hit by a suddenly intoxicating wave which has me shuddering for seconds. I look at Dexter and everything that happened that night flushes into my brain like a tidal wave, and I have a quick seizure that makes me remember every action that took place two years ago.Dexter is right, everything he said is exactly the way it happened.“Humph..” a gasp flies out of me as I feel a hand touching me.“Vida, are you okay?” Dexter asks, his eyes busy scrutinising my face.Perhaps, he got scared when he saw the pains my eyes held. “Yes, I am fine,” I say, blinking out tears.But the surprise on my face never left, my head is roaming with questions and I'm trying to look normal so he doesn't start worrying all over again.How could I have imagined that
Dexter's PovIt was a really cold evening. I was just getting out of the shower when I heard a loud bang on my door, and when I opened it was my father's beta. His face was clouded with worry when I looked at him but he pulled me out before I could open my mouth to say anything.he11, I was only in my bathing robe.“Come, you have to stop your father's madness.” That was all he said to me and I followed him to my father's chambers.My father, the then Alpha, was taken aback when he saw me. “What is this nonsense, Gabriel? I told you not to involve the boy!” He lashes at his Beta but I am not driven from my confusion.“What is going on Father? What madness was my uncle talking about?” I finally bring myself to ask but he ignores me.“Gabriel, take the boy out now that I ask nicely–”“I am not a boy, father!” I am forced to shout. “I am fourteen, please tell me what is going on?!”He sighs deeply and as I stare at him I see the scars engraved in his face. He walks past me and goes to hi
Dexter's Pov.“I... I never stopped loving you, Vida,” I confess.She gulps at me with unwritten emotions. Her hand slips out of mine and the look that follows is one full of doubts and worries.I take her hand again, patting it softly. "I'm sorry it had to take me this long to confess my feelings for you." The words have barely left me when she snatches her hand again, giving me a faux look.“You can't buy your way in like this, Dexter. Don't you think there are things you should apologize for?!”"I love you, Vida. Don't I look miserable enough?"“No! I can not accept your love, Dexter. You have to say the right words, 'cause I'm honestly not buying this..”“You were the one that left me! You freaking left me and that has always kept me on the edge!!”“You killed my parents.” She reveals her grudge, shockingly.Confusion spreads on my face like wildfire. Of course, I've heard the rumors but it has never occurred to me that she would think I did so.“Did you believe that? It was just
Vida's PovA white blurry light wakes my spirit and as I open my eyes, surprise overwhelms me seeing my dead parents smiling at me weakly.Instantly, tears break down from my eyelids, flowing freely from my eyes. My lips try to form words but I cannot bring myself to say anything as I am feeling so sorry for them.Ever since I lost my parents I have never seen their faces appear to me in my dreams.Does this mean I am dead and they are sad to welcome me?My head is bursting with questions and all I can do is cry, feeling so guilty for my choice. I should never have accepted Silas's, I should never have had anything to do with him, and now I am full of regrets.“My child,” I hear a voice but I'm finding it hard to believe that it's real.My breath hangs in the air as I glance at her sharply, "Mom?" I hiss under my breath and she speaks again.“Vida, do not regret because we are always with you.” My mom says, her voice echoing all around me."Mom!" I scream in delight but not after some
Vida's Pov“sh*t!" I hiss gruffly as I kick the chair aggressively.“Silas!!" I yell his name but the room is just as silent as it had been.Not wanting to panic yet, I let my eyes take in every corner of the room and noticed a red substance at the far end.It isn't that obvious but as I take a closer look I notice that it's blood, I couldn't take my eyes away from it and it starts to get into my head.“What do I do?! Nothing's working!” I let out a tiny yelp.Again, I try to wriggle myself out of the chains but who am I kidding? The chains are heavily guarded by a key.Code sweat breaks down my forehead as the realization of me dying alone in this abandoned warehouse hits me. I couldn't sit back and watch, expecting help to get to me like a Disney princess, I had to do something.“But what do I do? How do I get out of this mess?!" By this time tears had started gathering in my eyes.“Silas you two timing b*st*rd! You will rot in he11!” I shout angrily, smacking my teeth like one who'
I regained consciousness to find myself bound to a cold, rusty beam in a dimly lit warehouse. The last I remembered was Silas begging me to talk to him an hour ago.I had foolishly agreed to meet him, thinking that it was an opportunity to finally put an end to our relationship.While in the car, I had questioned where we were goingBut Before I could react, Silas lunged towards me, his hand clamping over my mouth.I remembered the panic that had surged through me as I fought against his grip, my muffled cries for help echoing in the vehicle. But my struggles were in vain as the world around me blurred, and darkness consumed my consciousness.Panic gripped me once again as I realized the gravity of the situation.My heart pounded in my chest, matching the rhythm of the distant sounds of traffic that seeped through the dilapidated walls.I strained against my restraints, desperately trying to free myself, but Silas's knots were tight, leaving me helpless.As my eyes adjusted to the dim