It wasn't long after I had finished drinking coffee, breakfast was served. Eric prepared breakfast, while Ammon gave him a helping hand. I was left alone with Derek the whole time. Sometimes, he would smile at me for a reason best known to him. Whatever the source of his smile was, it doesn't mean well to me, I know that. That was why, when we had breakfast I felt more comfortable with the other wolves around. After our meal, I went outside the cottage although it was cold. However, I was not alone since I was under the watchful eyes of the wolves nearby. They were standing not too far away from me, about 40 meters away.Suddenly, the alpha started walking in my direction. What does he want this time?"Louis, it's time we move out. I'm sure you have had enough rest after having breakfast?" He said. "Yes, I'm good now," I answered."Then we should start our journey without wasting any more precious time. Have you thought about what we might need when we enter Muldoch?""Yes. There is
Our special moment of reunification with joy and happiness never lasted. While we were in the embrace of each other, a tiny dart from nowhere landed on Leah's back. We had to let go of each other to find out what had opened. A voice was heard."Got ya!"We turned around to the source of the voice and behold, he was no other but the number one enemy among the three wolf-brothers. "You again!" Exclaimed Leah. "I will not let a repetition of last time. I will teach you a proper lesson this time," she folded her palms and was about to make a spell when I intervened."Wait a minute Leah, you know him?" I asked."Yes, of course, I know the bastard. He tried to kill with three wolf brothers but somehow, I managed to escape. It was mere luck that I survived their onslaught. However, what he doesn't know is that then and now are not the same. I will give him the taste of what they did to me last time," Leah folded her arms again to face off with Derek, who never looked like he was worried by
Quickly I folded my arms and tried to make a spell but, the alpha had sensed what I had in mind. He interfered while I was about to make a spell that will make Derek pay for his unkind words to Leah. I was happy at least, to learn that my powers could work on a Werewolf. Never have I seen that before. Thanks to Derek's foolishness, I now knew my works on them. "What do you think you are doing witch? Barked the Alpha. "Do you want to do something stupid again? Haven't I warned about crossing my red lines?" He stared with annoyance at me. "I must tell you that I'm getting frustrated with you. Don't let me make a decision that will not end well."The whole time he spoke, I simply dared not to look at his face. I never wanted to meet his unfriendly face. I was looking down and praying patiently for the storm to die off. Suddenly, his heavy hand landed on my shoulders, "Do that again and I will unleash terror on you!" He threatened."You need to tell us everything about this witch?" Deman
"Lock her up!" insisted Alpha Ammon. Thank God Leah was never killed as had been suggested by the evil Derek. "She will die if no one attends to her wound on time," I said, while still reeling from the pain Ammon had inflicted on me when he tried to make me open up aboutout who Leah was. I have no idea if my request sounded appealing to the alpha. "No one should attend to her," he said. He turned to me, "but you Louis can attend to her after she is kept under our maximum watch." The alpha turned to leave but then, halted his movement. "I almost forgot, a witch who is going take care of her when we are gone to Murdoch?"I need not told what her intention was at that moment. He simply implied that we should let Leah die since we will be leaving for Murdoch that morning. I knew the alpha was desperate and would do anything to break his curse. If I must save Leah from the hands of death then, I must come up with a witty plan. "Sir, there is another problem I have told you," I told hi
The alpha never talked to me again until evening. He was disappointed by what I had told him. Perhaps, he had assumed his curse would be broken in the mood once we are back from Muldoch. He nearly totured me to death until I told Leah, can help us retrieve the magical book. All he had to do was to spare the witch so that his dreams will come true.outside the cottage, laid Leah on a mattress under one of the trees surrounding the cottage, deep in the forest. The gentle breeze made the environment suitable that evening. Alpha was sitting at the cottage, while Eric Derek kept an eye on me as sat next to Leah. Both wolves were about 20 meters away therefore, there was no way they could hear what we were talking about.Leah has been unresponsive since she received a dose of the poisonous dart shot at her by Derek. It wasn't long ago when I pressed her forehead with a piece of cloth and warm water. All I had done although, I was not sure of the latter outcome, an outcome she was still al
It was one of the strangest moments of my life. Leah's revelation completely took me unawares. Was she mistaken or just saying things accordingly?"He raped you? How did you escape then?" I asked with a surprised look on my face."I could have been killed if I was taken to the open, like the other Witches. He locked me up after raping me to cover his mess. He knew he will be in trouble if the Revolutionists found out he made love with a witch, an act which they considered disgusting. He made sure I was never seen. Not only did he lock me up but, he also tied my mouth, hands and feet, there was no way I could escape. I would have taken him to hell with me if, we were caught. I could have told the Revolutionists what he had done and he will be put to the dead alongside myself.""Don't be ridiculous, that devil will do everything possible in his power to silence you. He could have killed you. Moreover, do you think the Revolutionists will believe every word you say against him? They will
It was becoming clear to me that Derek may not be who I have always thought him to be. Perhaps, he might have faked his fight with the Revolutionists that night I was rescued. Just then, Derek began coming to our where we sat. At first, I thought he was the only one until I saw alpha Ammon walking behind him. Eric was the last person to appear. Soon, they were all gathered at where we sat. The looks on their faces can not be guessed or explained by me at that moment.While I remained silent when they arrived, Leah did not. She reacted immediately. "You bastard! I swear on my last breath that I will never stop hunting you until I get justice!" Leah reacted angrily, she made a hasty effort to spring to her feet but, couldn't do it. She was too weak to do that. She slumped back to the mattress while maintaining a threatening finger at the wolves. The little drama left the wolves all laughing. "Oh, we can see how you can do that Witch!" Said Derek."How the hell on earth will you get t
The alpha appears to be confused for a moment by Leah's confession. Maybe he wasn't expecting it or Leah might be talking nonsense. I knew he will surely be asked for clarification with regards to her statement."What do you mean by your statement?" Startled, the alpha asked and stepped closer to where Leah and I sat. Leah was able to sit up properly as the alpha approached. She looked straight into Ammon's eyes, "Did I mince my words? The answer is no! So, you heard me right. He was part of the Revolutionists that hunted and killed us all. Worst of all he raped me! Is that what wolves are known for?" Leah's tone was bold which I considered important. That will show the alpha she was not making things up.Close to us, the alpha began, "Are you accusing my Wolf-brother of being part of Revolutionists?""Do I sound like I was lying?" she retorted.Meanwhile, Derek had already murdered Leah, in his heart. The look on his face wall still evil making the accusations against him likely to
"Sandra, this is Louis, my half-sister and the one you have spoken of," began Steve. "And Miss beautiful, (as he was fond of calling me) this is my friend Sandra. I just met and I'm begging her to go on a date with me," he said."Oh, that's great...what's keeping the two of you then, from going out to have some fun?" I smiled at Sandra as I spoke."We are from different worlds mistress, I can't go out with him," said Sandra.I was surprised that Sandra addressed me as a mistress. I never liked that title, I always wanted to be addressed as Louis. And I'm always satisfied by hearing people address me by my simple name. That was what I had to tell Sandra."You can call me by my name," I smiled at her because Sandra appeared to be confused. "Don't worry Sandra, I said it, go ahead and call me by my name. I have nothing against you.""Alright ma'am!" she said. She quickly remembered that I told her to always call me by my name and not a mistress or any other bossy name.... names that will
"I'm....my name is Steve," he began."Oh, I see... who doesn't know Steve? I do... you the commander of the king's army!" replied the Witch."Yes, that's right...may I know your name?""I'm Sandra!" she glanced at him and smiled. Next, she held on to the handle of the mob stick. She resumed mobbing the floor."Wow! Sandra is such a beautiful name... How long have you been here?" Steve asked.Sandra appeared to be surprised by his odd question."How long I have been? Is that what you are asking me?""Yes," he affirmed. "Oh, come on.... not long ago...I thought you were at the banquet when the king permitted my mistress to inhabit the castle!"Steve grabbed hold of his hair as if he has been disoriented and was trying to put himself in order again."Pardon my negligence..." he smiled at her and continued, "I was wondering if you could make out some time for me, I would like to know you more!"I knew what was coming next. I just hope, my stepbrother Steve will have the gut to let his emo
Alpha Ammon tabbed Steve on the shoulder. "Give it some thought, it's not bad if you do so but don't do it for a long time. I know you will be fine in no distant time, kid! Don't think too much!" he tabbed Steve on the shoulder again before walking out on us just like, Eric did.The Alpha and Eric did not leave because they were heartless and insensible to the plight that their ally was in. I. believed they left because they wanted to give Steve some time to think and put himself back in order. That was how I understood it.Vera was the next in line to leave. "I think I will have to wait at the other side while you put yourself together," said Vera. She walked out too.I never took my eyes off her until she was gone and out of sight.I turned to Steve. "I think it's time you put yourself in order. Remember you are a man and not a woman!""Yeah, I know!" he nodded yes to what I said. "You know how I feel, don't you?""I do! I feel your pain....it has never been easy for me just as it
Vera turned to me and said apologized. "I'm sorry for doubting you. I was wrong the whole time I thought you were lying."I was not interested in her apologies rather I was more interested to know why lady Gia's spirit has decided to suddenly visit me without warning."Do you know why she decided to show up here?""No, but, I guess you are the one who summoned your Spirit."" What the hell are you talking about? When did I do that?" I asked"I guess the letter we read had something to with her.... maybe it was that summoned her here. Moreover, we are in her castle. What do you expect from a restless soul?""I believe you," I told her. "Maybe, I should summon her again!""No, I will not support you on that...you know it's a very bad idea. Her soul needs to rest. Let her be...let her rest in peace."I abandoned the idea to summon Gia's spirit even though I couldn't stop getting enough from her. I felt like having her all day long talking to me. I know deep down that it was not possible.
I listened as she began reading the letter to me."Dear Louis, I know that someday you will find this letter. This is the least I could do to let you know that I have always loved you from the bottom of my heart. You caught my heart when I held your tender hhand'ssandlegs in my arms. You were just an infant who I could not abandon or allow Margarita to kill. That was why I escaped to Muldoch and found a new home--this castle. I have always wanted the best for you but am afraid, I may not be here for you any more. I want you to know that it was never my intention to abandon you but, I will have to. I have no other choice. You will take it from here my dear.I believe you will survive in any condition you find yourselfrselfin. I wish you the best of luck in all you are doing. Always remember your past. Let it always be the basis for your existence... always remember who you are.You are my child although you are not my biological daughter, I consider you one. The love I have for you eq
Later on the next night, I and Ammon, my Lycan mate went to the castle which was to be inhabited by Vera and her Witches. On the balcony, we sat and enjoyed some sweet discussions.Because the Alpha was a funny type, I would laugh any time he comes up with any of his funny jokes. However, he took me by surprise when he knelt on the ground, right in front of me and began to apologise. Why was he apologizing?"Louis, I'm sorry for all that has happened between us. You are the best mate any Lycan out there could get. I'm sorry for putting you through enormous pain. I shouldn't have abused you through those dark times of my life but, I did. I'm sorry, Louis, I want you to forgive me for that's all I ask from you!" he bent his head and never wanted to look at me.I lifted his face slowly to look at him but to my greatest surprise, he was shedding tears. His tears compelled me to cry. I was moved by tears since I can not stand the scene of watching people cry especially, my loved ones."I f
The King glanced at Vera for a few minutes and said, "I know her... she approached me not long and asked for permission to have the castle!" The king looked specifically at Vera and asked. "Is this all you could do?" "No, your majesty!" replied Vera, "I know you think of me as a bad person... I know you think I have bad intentions but I don't. All I want from you is to have access to the castle and keep the memory of lady Gia alive."The king was still in doubt about Vera's honesty. He turned to look at me. "Are you sure about this, Louis? Are you sure you are making the right decision now? There is no going back on my word?""Yes, your majesty. Grant her permission to have the castle in my name." I paused for a moment and glared at Vera."You see, your majesty," I continued, "I owe my life to this woman. When margarita killed my mother, she was among those Witches that took care of me and ensured that I was safe all the time. If you let her have the castle, it's the same thing as ha
Just when we are not expecting him to speak, Steve stood to his feet and began talking."Your majesty, that was an incredible opening and sure that my fellow guests agree with that. Thank you very much for your benevolence but I must ask a favour from you." "Oh, I see...a favour?" said the king."Yes, my king. I need a favour from you...it's a favour which I'm very convinced that you can grant if it pleases your majesty."The King seemed to be impatient as he quickly ask Steve to go ahead and make his formal request."Yes, go ahead and make your request!""Thank you, your majesty," Steve thanked before proceeding with his request. "If it pleases your majesty, may he grant me the ownership of the quarter at the side of the city?""Oh, I see...that's a tough one!" began the king. "That's tough...I thought you said it was gonna be an easy request." The King sighed as if he was easing himself from discomfort. "Anyway, Steve, I have great trust in you. If you don't mind, can you tell me wh
For the next few minutes, Vera remained silent. Perhaps, she has suddenly run out of words... I really can't tell. Or Maybe, she was still thinking about the right answer to present to me concerning my humble request."You are not talking, Vera!... You are not saying anything... Why did you suddenly become quiet?"I asked while expecting her to reply to me immediately. She never did. Vera began walking away from me. I did not try to stop her. I let her do what was on her mind at that moment. At first, I thought she was going to walk out on me. I was wrong, she never did. Instead, she walked only a few meters and stopped.... about four meters so to say.She was still turning her back on me. I guess she was going to say something after pausing her movement abruptly."I'm sorry to disappoint you again, but I can't go with you to the banquet at the king's palace."I countered immediately. "And why will you say that?.... I ask you again, what's the problem?""I can not go to the palace of a