Xander’s povI sat lounging and relaxing when Silver came to take Allegra from me. I try to relax, but I can't, I have this bad feeling like I shouldn't have let Allegra go on her own.I try clearing my head and mind thinking about happy thoughts, but it doesn't work. After a while, I start wondering why Silver and Allegra are taking so long.I try to quell my unease, telling myself they're probably doing girly stuff. I get up and decide to take a walk to try to shake the feeling of dread I'm getting, but it doesn't work.After an hour passes I get anxious so I stroll in the direction that Allegra and silver goes and that is when I hear my name.The night was thick with tension as I heard Allegra's desperate cry pierce through the darkness. “XANDER!”My heart lurched with a mix of dread and determination as I recognized her voice. Without a second thought, I surged forward, following the sound of her call through the dense undergrowth.As I drew nearer, the urgency in Allegra's voice
Xander’s Pov As we stand amidst the wreckage of the battlefield, Allegra's voice breaks the silence, filled with uncertainty. “Do you think she's really gone for good?” she asks, her gaze sweeping the horizon, searching for any lingering threat.I met Allegra's gaze with a grim expression, my doubts mirrored in her eyes. “I wish I knew, Allegra,” I replied, my voice tinged with concern. “Elara is cunning, and she always seems to find a way back. We can't afford to let our guard down just yet.”Her nod of agreement is heavy with the weight of our shared apprehension. Despite our victory, the looming shadow of Elara's return hangs over us, a constant reminder of the ever-present danger we face.Together, we turn away from the battlefield, the echoes of our triumph mingling with the somber realization that our struggle is far from over. But as we walk side by side, a sense of determination courses through me, fueled by the knowledge that as long as Allegra and I stand united, we can we
Xander’s Pov As Allegra finally drifts into sleep, I gently extricate myself from her embrace and slip out of bed, my mind already focused on the task ahead. With a quiet knock, I summon Richard from his room, and we exchange a knowing glance before heading towards the chamber where Elara is being held captive.“We need to figure out a way to get her to talk,” Richard asserts once we're alone, his brow furrowed in concern.I nod in agreement, adding, “But first, we must ensure she can't wield her powers against us.”Richard nods in understanding. “For now, she's heavily sedated,” he informs me.“Good,” I reply with a sense of relief, though I know our task is far from over. “But how do we prevent her from accessing her abilities?” he asks, his gaze fixed on me expectantly.A small smile plays at the corners of my lips as I contemplate the solution. “Well, Richard, there's only one way I know to weaken a werewolf, and that's with wolfs bane. But it only grows deep in the dangerous hea
Xander’s Pov As we finally arrive back at our stronghold, weary but victorious, I waste no time in instructing Richard on what needs to be done. “We need to act quickly,” I urged, my voice urgent as I outlined my plan. “Crush the wolfsbane leaves and boil them up. Then, when it's ready, administer it to Elara as a drip directly into her veins.”Richard nods in understanding, his expression grim as he realizes the gravity of the situation. “Got it,” he confirms, his tone resolute as he sets about gathering the necessary materials. “I'll get started right away.”As Richard busies himself with the task at hand, I turn my thoughts to Allegra.Having given Richard clear instructions on preparing the wolfs bane concoction, I leave him in charge, eager to check on Allegra. As I approach our room, a faint sound catches my attention—a soft, muffled sob emanating from within. Concerned, I push the door open gently, not wanting to startle her.Inside, I find Allegra sitting on the edge of the b
Xander’s Pov Eventually, she relents, her resolve crumbling in the face of the searing pain. “I work alone,” she hisses, her voice raw with suffering. “I don't need anyone else.”I shake my head in disgust, appalled by her arrogance. “Just like I was a liability to you?” I retort, my tone laced with bitterness. “Don't make me laugh.”Without waiting for her response, I turn and leave the room, the weight of her betrayal heavy on my shoulders. Outside, Richard looks to me for guidance, his expression troubled.“Can we trust her?” he asks, uncertainty clouding his features.I shake my head, my resolve hardening. “No, we can't,” I reply firmly. “But we can use her to our advantage. Let's conduct a sweep of the pack borders, and anyone we question, we'll threaten with wolfs bane. It's been a long time since they've seen it. It should be enough to make them talk.”Richard nods in agreement, his determination matching my own. As he sets off to gather the soldiers, my wolf stirs within me,
Xander’s Pov Finally, after what feels like an eternity, we reach the end of our questioning, the last soldier standing before us with a defiant glare. “I don't know anything about Elara's plans,” he insists, his voice tinged with defiance. “I swear it.”I exchange a glance with Richard, silently communicating our doubts. But as we weigh our options, a sudden realization dawns upon me. “Bring out the wolfs bane,” I command, my voice firm and unwavering. “Let's see if he's telling the truth.”With a sense of urgency, we retrieve the potent herb, its pungent scent filling the air as we approach the soldier. “Hold out your arm,” I instruct, my tone leaving no room for argument.Reluctantly, the soldier complies, his eyes widening in fear as he watches us draw closer. With careful precision, Richard administers the wolf's bane, its effects immediate as the soldier's eyes widen in pain.For a moment, there is only silence, the courtyard holding its breath as we await his response. And the
Allegra’s PovAs Xander enters our room, the soft morning light dances across the walls, casting a warm glow over my still form nestled beneath the covers. I feel the mattress shift as he approaches, and my eyelids flutter open to meet his gaze, a gentle smile curving my lips."Xander," I murmur, my voice thick with sleep. "Is everything alright?"He nods, his eyes tender as he kneels beside the bed, pressing a soft kiss to my forehead. "Everything's fine, love," he assures me, his touch sending shivers down my spine. "I just wanted to check on you."I reach out to him, my fingers intertwining with his as I pull him closer, grateful for his presence. "I'm glad you're here," I whisper, my heart swelling with affection for the man who holds my heart in his hands.For a moment, we simply revel in each other's company, the worries of the outside world fading into the background as we savor the peace of our shared sanctuary. But soon, reality comes crashing back in, reminding us of the tas
Allegra’s PovAs Xander's breathing steadies, his body relaxed in sleep, I can't help but let my mind wander to the events of the day. It feels like we're constantly fighting against some unseen force, struggling to maintain the fragile peace we've worked so hard to achieve. Sighing softly, I brush a stray lock of hair from his forehead, my thoughts swirling with worry and uncertainty."Hey," I whisper, my voice barely above a murmur. "Are you still awake?"Xander stirs slightly, his eyes fluttering open as he turns to face me. "Yeah," he replies, his voice heavy with sleep. "What's on your mind, Allegra?"I bite my lip, unsure of where to start. "I just...I can't shake this feeling that something's not right," I confess, my voice barely more than a whisper. "It's like no matter how hard we try, there's always another obstacle in our path."He reaches out, taking my hand in his, his touch a comforting anchor in the darkness. "I know what you mean," he murmurs, his voice filled with un