Chapter 5
Scarlett pov
"Elena?" I whispered, my face pale with shock, as I struggled to comprehend the sight before me. I rushed forward, arms open wide, but instead of a warm embrace, she pushed me away, her hands firm on my chest. I stumbled back, my hair whipping sideways as I collided with the door. "Why...why are you pushing me away?" I demanded, confusion and hurt etched on my face.
"What are you doing here?" I asked again, but her response only added to my bewilderment. She looked at me with a mix of surprise and curiosity, shaking her head gracefully. "Who are you?" she countered, her question sending shivers down my spine.
"Hey, miss, I brought you here to stay, not to cause trouble," Nyx said, gently grasping my wrist, but I pulled away, crossing my arms under my chest and turning to face him. "What now? Are you saying I'm causing trouble? That's my friend Elena! Don't make me feel like I'm losing my mind," I exclaimed, playfully punching his chest. He winced, groaning loudly.
"Ouch... that could crack my bones, be careful, miss," he said, his voice husky, revealing his vulnerability to pain, a trait uncommon in his kind.
Nyx gestured towards the door, and I nodded, still gazing at Elena, while he followed closely behind me.
As we entered the house, Elena's eyes never left mine, her expression a mix of confusion and curiosity. "So, you're saying we're friends?" she asked, her voice laced with skepticism.
I nodded enthusiastically. "Yes, we were inseparable! We shared everything, from secrets to dreams. You were my rock, Elena."
Elena's gaze drifted to Nyx, then back to me. "I don't remember any of that," she said, her voice barely above a whisper.
"And, by the way, my name is Katherine, not Elena," she said abruptly, gesturing to the cup of water I had accidentally spilled on the floor. The sudden change of name left me stunned.
"Why did you change your name?" I demanded, my voice rising in confusion.
And then, a wave of panic washed over me. "Where's my son, Henry?" I exclaimed, jumping up from my seat and frantically scanning the room. It was as if I had been living a lie, and everything I thought I knew was crumbling around me.
Nyx, who had been quietly observing the exchange, finally spoke up, his eyes still fixed on his phone. "Tell her you don't know what she's talking about," Katherine, his voice firm, as if instructing Katherine to deny any knowledge of my claims.
"How can I explain anything to her when you've brought a... a disturbed person into my home?" Katherine exclaimed, her voice rising in frustration. "Did I say disturbed? I mean, a madwoman! Did you expect me to justify myself further?"
She glared at me, her eyes blazing with anger. "See, what's your name, miss? I am not Elena! Can't you grasp that?"
As she yelled, the veins in her neck bulged, and her face reddened. I sighed heavily, my heart racing as I watched her genuine distress, tears streaming down her face.
"Do you understand now?" she finally asked, her voice calm and laced with a hint of desperation.
I nodded slowly, trying to process the situation. "I understand that you're not Elena, Katherine. But I need to know, what's going on? Why did Nyx bring me here? And what's happened to my son, Henry?"
Katherine's expression softened slightly, but her eyes still held a hint of wariness. "I don't know anything about your son, I swear. And as for Nyx, he's... a complicated person. He's been helping me with some issues, but I didn't know he was bringing you here."
"Oh my goodness, she still doesn't get it!" Katherine exclaimed, throwing up her hands in frustration. She stormed out of the living room, only to return with a box, which she dumped onto the floor and table, spilling out a flurry of pictures. "Look at all these photos! Here's my mom, here's my dad. What more proof do you need? If you don't believe me, then leave! Use the door!"
I stood up, my eyes scanning the room in frustration, before landing on the wine cellar. I stumbled towards it, my movements sluggish, and selected a bottle of 100% alcohol. The glasses clinked together as I poured myself a drink, the sound echoing in my ears. I downed the glass in one swift motion, gasping as the pungent smell wafted out of my mouth. I needed something to clear my head.
Katherine's expression softened slightly as she watched me struggle to compose myself. "Maybe we should start from the beginning," she said, her voice a little gentler. "I don't know what Nyx told you, but I think we've got our wires crossed."
I nodded, still trying to process everything. "I thought you were my friend Elena," I admitted, feeling a mix of emotions. "I thought we had a history together."
Katherine shook her head. "I'm sorry, but that's not me. I don't know what kind of relationship you had with Elena, but I'm Katherine. I've never met you before in my life."
I took a deep breath, trying to wrap my head around this new information. "Okay, Katherine. Let's start from scratch.
"I'm Scarlett," I began, catching myself before revealing too much. "I'm... sorry, I made a mistake calling you my friend." I apologized, offering a sheepish smile.
I hastily retreated to the wine cellar, pouring myself another glass of liquor and downing it swiftly. "Sorry about that," I said calmly, wiping my mouth with the back of my hand.
Katherine waved it off, her voice firm and confident. "It's fine, Polaris. People can look alike, I suppose."
I nodded, still trying to wrap my head around the situation, and pulled Katherine into a hug. My mind was reeling with the revelation that Elena had a doppelganger.
Chapter 6Katherine povI found myself uncomfortable with the woman's gaze, which seemed to linger on me. Her intense stare, accompanied by dramatic eye rolls, made me feel uneasy. I would often force a smile when our eyes met.Scarlett's gruff tone was unmistakable as she said, “How does it feel to live alone, like a loner?” The emphasis on the word “loner’ sparked a defensive response within me, but I chose to laugh it off. “That's my problem to deal with, don't you think?” I replied, my voice dripping with sarcasm as I shrugged my shoulders and pocketed my hands. I turned to escape into a book, but my solitude was short-lived. A gentle hand on my shoulder sent shivers down my spine, and I spun around to face Scarlett, my eyes wide with surprise. “How did you get here?” I asked, my voice laced with astonishment. She replied simply, “I walked.'"The sound of footsteps on the stairs caught our attention, and we both turned to look in that direction. “Nyx,” I whispered, smiling at the
Scarlett povAs I stepped into the new building, my mind was totally preoccupied with that wild woman who looked just like Elena. Please, let it not be Elena trying to play games with me; I would never let her live that down."Welcome, Scarlett, to my little abode," she greeted, all calm and collected, her smile shining like she was trying to sell me a house. I couldn't help but roll my eyes, brushing off her overly friendly vibe."Thanks, miss," I managed to mutter, my lips twitching as a reluctant smile threatened to escape.“It’s all good! Katherine has mentioned you a lot; maybe we could be friends. I…” she trailed off, her brow scrunching up in thought. I found myself at a loss for words, caught off guard."Miss," I called softly, motioning to her as she nervously fidgeted with her fingers. A wave of guilt hit me; maybe I was being too harsh. I wrapped my arms around her, lifting her chin to meet my gaze, and noticed a tear resting on my palm."Wait, were you crying?" I asked, my
Chapter 8Scarlett povIt's a new week, and it's time to get ready for work. Marina landed me a sales position at a supermarket to hold me over until she can find something better in an office. I realize that's just a dream for someone like me, who feels uneducated and out of place.I was still rolling around in bed, completely naked. My hands sluggishly reached for the duck-shaped alarm clock, struggling to silence it. With a heavy sigh, I glanced at the main wall clock, blinking in disbelief at the time. "Crap!" I shouted, quickly swinging my legs off the bed. A sharp pain shot through me as my skin pinched. What was that? I wondered, gently probing the mattress with my hands.My heart raced as I rubbed the sore spot. I then shuffled to the wardrobe to slip into a revealing dress. My stomach growled, and I felt lightheaded as I stumbled toward the wardrobe, my legs moving without much thought."Scarlett! It's time for work; the bus for store staff is here," Marina called from the h
Scarlett pov“Oh, honey! Werewolf claws, can you believe it? Snagged them from the store down the street, and I just know you’re about to lose it! Just kidding,” my voice was barely a whisper because I was still trying to pull myself together. Seriously, it was wild how she just waltzed into my room like she owned the place without even knocking. I shot her a look while I stayed curled up on the floor, hoping the clueless wonder would take the hint and scream. “Alright, since you’re obsessed with werewolves, I guess I’ll be on my way.” She looked all kinds of confused, but I could see the suspicion brewing in her eyes. “Marian!” I called out as she turned to make her exit.“What’s up, Scarlett?”“I’ll catch the bus or something to work, so don’t stress about me.” “Oh, I’m not worried at all. Just get your butt off the floor and put some clothes on. I’ll be waiting outside.”I nodded, blinking like a lost puppy, trying to nudge her out the door with my head. “I’m on my way out
Chapter 10 Nyx pov“What if you became a breeder for a king? I thought we had an agreement: if Scarlett leaves the house, you owe me a blowjob.” I said with a grin. Her eyes danced on my chest like a lost lamb. She was unpredictable and funny, and I felt at ease with her demeanor. Her gaze and smiles were infectious. We weren't particularly close, yet there was a strong bond between us. I couldn't dismiss the feelings; they were intense, igniting my desire and revealing unfamiliar emotions. All I could think about was tasting her and hearing her whisper my name.We remained on the couch, our eyes locked, my eyelids fluttering as a smile broke through. "What? You shouldn't look at me like that!" she teased, tracing her fingers along my lips. "I want you, Katherine," I replied, meeting her gaze.She caressed my hair softly, leaning in closer, and I pressed my lips against hers.Katherine's eyes sparkled as our mouths met, sending tingles through me. Her soft kiss deepened, and I
Scarlett povThe morning breeze rushed through my window, rattling the glasses and creating a cacophony of sounds that made it impossible for me to focus. My mind felt jumbled, and I tossed and turned on my pillow, clutching it tightly as the familiar scent enveloped me. I squint one eye open to sneak a glance at the clock.“What the heck!” I exclaimed, leaping out of bed with my heart pounding in my chest. I was already running late. Normally, I wouldn’t care about what the store owner thought, but Marian had a knack for inserting herself into my life. Just as I was lost in thoughts of her, I heard her voice echoing from the hallway.“Scarlett! Are you ready? It’s timeee…” she called out, stretching the word "time" for dramatic effect.If I had the luxury of time, I would have tackled the laundry piling up around me. The sight of dirty clothes scattered everywhere made me uneasy, and a wave of longing for my family washed over me. I felt a sense of discomfort as I slowly pulled a cha
Chapter 12 Scarlett povThe sensation on my skin made my hair stand on end with unease. A man in dark sunglasses, hands tucked into his pockets, approached me. He felt otherworldly, radiating an energy that was hard to define."Hey, princess, can you hand me the cake posh? A customer needs it," a colleague called out, waving his hands. But my attention was solely on the man coming closer. I lost my balance on the stool I was using to organize the store's products. I took a deep breath as my colleague hurried over, his hand brushing against the man who was slowly making his way toward me."Oh, sorry, sir!" my colleague said, but the man only smirked in response."Scar..." he began to say my name, but I interrupted him, my jaw dropping in disbelief. "What’s with that look?" he asked."Nothing, it’s not your concern."He shrugged, opened the door, grabbed the cake posh, and walked away. I stepped back, wanting to avoid any connection. If he was indeed supernatural, he might sense m
Chapter 1Scarlett POV I practiced swinging my staff with a few quick movements, relishing the sensation of manipulating metals as a means to concentrate without distractions. As I took in the metals surrounding me, my Aura pulsed strongly within my chest. With a quick motion, I hurled the metals into the swimming pool of the abandoned warehouse that served as my refuge.I am Scarlett, the last mutant and werewolf following the rogue-led third-world invasion. I've been in hiding for years, and I despise interruptions... My thoughts drifted as the metals, previously floating in the air, suddenly plummeted to the ground. I couldn't dodge the heavy iron pieces crashing down on me, nor could I shift into my wolf form for safety. "What on earth is happening?" I shouted, shielding my head with my arms. My eyes widened in horror, realizing that each falling piece could seriously harm an ordinary human.A few minutes later, I entered the kitchen, scanning for something easy to prepare when s