🥀 MELONIE'S POV 🥀Sadness swallowed me as Arwan walked away in pain, I had learnt how to control my mind so he wouldn't hear whatever it was that I was thinking.I slammed my eyes shut and inhaled sharply, there was too much pain and sorrow that I caused.I stepped into the main hall and my senses were overwhelmed.Alpha Vargus ran towards me, “We have a serious problem.”I nodded in understanding, I felt it, “What is happening?”“Resurrected beings are in,” he announced, breathing heavily, “They came for the family they have here.”I dragged air into my lungs, “Stop them!” I yelled, “All dead and resurrected beings have been corrupted. They are no longer the family they once knew. They are here to kill them.”Alpha Vargus stood rooted to a spot, “What are you waiting for?” I yelled, “Everyone with a dead family is in danger as we speak.”Promptly, he transformed into a werewolf and stormed away.My eyes widened in horror as a memory of Mrs. Hunter came rushing in, “Arwan…”I launch
🥀 MELONIE'S POV 🥀You know that feeling? When you feel like you are the cause of everyone's sorrow? Yes, I feel worse than that.I feel like I am nothing but a calamity to innocent people, my emotions are empty, making me feel like a walking corpse.I glanced around, and I noted thousands of people I inflicted pain on, just by being born — and yet, the battle is only beginning.I dragged my heavy feet towards the lake nearby and went deep into it with clothes on.Sinking deep into it in an attempt to kill myself. At that moment, it felt like the right thing to do, killing myself to save people from soon-to-come problems caused by me.Thirty minutes deep in the lake, I began to swallow a lot of water because I could hardly hold my breath and slowly consciousness was knocking out of my body when I heard Arwan's voice echoing repeatedly, “Melonie…”I didn't stop, actually, it fueled my desire to die; because I didn't want to hurt him.**🥀**🥀 ARWAN'S POV 🥀I jumped into the lake, it
🥀 MELONIE'S POV 🥀I slowly opened my eyes to adjust to the bright light shining in the room. I wasn't dead because they chose to save me.I can't believe I am digging their grave and they are worried about my fingers getting hurt.A knock on the door sounded, and I quickly sat up to receive the visitor. “Come in,” I said.Clara walked in with a reluctant look on her face, “Is this a good time?”“Every time is a great time to talk to you Clara,” I murmured truthfully, “I missed you.”Clara walked closer, sitting beside me, “I'm sorry Melonie.”“For what?” I growled.“For everything,” She explained, “I should have understood you better.”“I did worse Clara,” I responded calmly, “I did a lot of terrible things to you all. I'm sorrier.”Clara pulled me into a hug, “Don't worry about it, it's all in the past now.”A warm smile spread across my cheeks, “I missed you, Clara.”“I missed you too bestie,” she retorted, “Do your right cheek hurt from the thunderous slap I gave you earlier?”“S
🥀 OTHELLO'S POV 🥀I gawked at Bruno with mixed emotions, “I'm scared,” I blurted out.He stared back at me, “What exactly are you scared of?”I went silent for a while, “I'm scared that one day, I'll make a mistake and you will hate me too.”His face turned serious, “I can never hate you, Othello. No matter what you do.”“Why do you hate Melonie?” I asked curiously.A weird smile appeared on his face, “I don't hate her for myself, my life has never been easy… so I'm used to it.” Bruno stated, “I hate her because she's making your life hard and that's very big for me to handle.”“But I'm fine,” I snapped back, “So you actually hate her because of me?”“Hmm,” he responded calmly, “I'm sure you are fine, but I'm not.”I ran my shaky hands through my head, nerves almost wrecking me as I watched Bruno scrutinize me. “Ummm, so…" I trailed off, unsure of what to say. Bruno stalked towards me, a dangerously mischievous smile on his face. “So what?" He repeated the smirk etched on his face
🥀 CLARA'S POV 🥀I sat down with puffy eyes from enough crying from being rejected, “Fuck! It happened again,” I murmured bitterly.A knock sounded on the door and without answering, a head popped in, “Hey Clara.”“Alpha Vargus,” I responded in surprise, “You know my name all these while?”A smile appeared on his face, “Like the back of my hands Angel.”I gawked at him, “What do you want, Alpha?”“You,” he blurted out, “I've been noticing you even before you came to my pack Clara.”I sat there stunned, who knew someone could find me attractive, “So?”“Be my mate Clara.” He announced.I sat frozen. He was so straightforward: “Can I—can I think about it?” “Yes honey, take your time,” he muttered with a soft gaze, “I'll be waiting.”I nodded my head and after a peck on my forehead, he left.He was so cute, loving, manly and romantic. The only difference was that my heart was stubborn with Arlo, that annoying man.I stepped out to find everyone out training, “Clara… you look like you we
🥀 MELONIE'S POV 🥀The thunderous sound of an emergency bell got me flying up from bed.“Arwan,” I called out, “Something is wrong.”“I heard,” he retorted, “C'mon let's go.”We flew up from bed and down the main hall where everyone was already gathered.“What's going on?” Arwan asked Alpha Vargus.“Something or someone crossed our barrier.” Alpha Vargus announced, “That's what triggered the alarm.”“Okay, so what the Fuck is it?” Bruno asked impatiently.“Bruno…” I calmly called.“Don't you dare call my name Melonie,” he snapped back.I gawked at him with paused lips and a defeated face while Othello calmed him down.“That's it. I don't know what it is,” Alpha Vargus stated truthfully.“What do you mean you don't know?” Bruno yelled out.“I need volunteers to go out and inspect the area,” Alpha Vargus declared, “In the meantime, I've gathered the people and they are safe right now.”“I'll go check,” I blurted out.“No, you won't,” Arwan growled, “You don't even know what it is yet.”
🥀 MELONIE'S POV 🥀I stood there, everything seemed to be moving in slow motion.The bones launched towards me fearlessly and instead of fighting back, I dropped my hands.“Melonie!!!” I could hear Arwan screaming, but it was too late, I didn't want to fight back and they were just an inch away.I slammed my eyes shut, awaiting their blow when I felt someone fighting beside me.My eyes popped open and I was stunned by the person In Front of me fighting for me, “Bruno…” I called out, “Why are you?”“You need to be alive so I can kill you myself,” He retorted coldly.A small smile cropped at the corner of my lips, “I've always known you like me.”“Don't be delusional,” he snapped back, “These bones are no longer the people you know, they are being controlled by something even more dangerous, so pick your freaking hands up and fight back.”I felt like my strength came back from wherever it went.My eyes turned yellow, my claws pooped out and fire surrounded me as I proceeded to attack.
🥀 MELONIE'S POV 🥀Bruno sent me a threatening gaze, “Get up Melonie… we need to check up on the others, if we go too late, we might lose them and it would be your fault.”At the mention of losing them, I jumped up, but I could still feel my body ache, “Bruno, what are you?”He glanced at me confusedly, “What do you mean? I'm a Lycanthropic dragon.”I jingled my head in refusal, “No you are not.” I argued. “Arwan is an ancient lycanthropic dragon and he's exhausted. So what the hell are you?”“I already told you Melonie, so stop being nosy, it's annoying,” Bruno snapped back, “This is just luck.”“Nah…” I retorted, “You are a suspect Bruno – I mean, I'm a dragon wolf, the strongest being in the universe and I'm fucking tired after such a toxic fight.”“Lazy idiot!” Bruno growled, “You simply need more training.”We got to where Alpha Vargus and Clara were supposed to be, and my heart skipped a beat when I found Clara lying severely wounded on the ground.“Clara,” I murmured, running
🥀 MELONIE'S POV 🥀My heart skipped a beat as I felt a shiver run down my spine. Finally, the person I was warned about had decided to show up, the evil side of me that feeds on nothing but destruction.He was taller than I had expected, with piercing eyes that seemed to bore into my soul. His smile was charming, but it didn't quite reach his eyes, leaving me with a sense of unease.I felt a surge of adrenaline as I stood frozen, unsure of what to do next. Part of me wanted to turn and run, to get as far away from him as possible. But another part of me was curious, wanting to know more about this being who had sparked so much fear and fascination.As I stood there, he began to move towards me, his eyes never leaving mine. I felt a sense of trepidation, unsure of what to expect. Was he going to hurt me, or was he just going to try and charm me?I took a deep breath and stood my ground, trying to appear braver than I felt. As he approached me, I could feel my heart pounding in my ches
🥀 MELONIE'S POV 🥀I stood frozen, my ears ringing with the crazy words I heard but was trying to unhear.The room around me seemed to fade away, and all that was left was the sound of my own heartbeat, pounding in my chest like a drum.The words themselves seemed to echo through my mind, a cruel and heartless refrain that I couldn't shake. "I buried him." "He's better off dead." "That's what's best for all of us."All the air was knocked out of me. My lungs burned, and my eyes stung with tears that I couldn't hold back.I tried to speak, to ask for clarification or to plead for a different outcome. But my voice was caught in my throat, and all that came out was a strangled sob.I felt like my world had been shattered, like everything I thought I knew had been turned upside down. I was left standing amidst the wreckage, trying to make sense of the ruins.As the reality of the situation began to sink in, I felt a wave of grief wash over me. It was a heavy, crushing weight that consume
🥀 ARWAN'S POV 🥀As I stood there, my mind racing with thoughts of the unknown, I couldn't shake off the feeling of dread that had settled in the pit of my stomach. The development of this child, who had been delivered a few days before, was already too advanced; he was like a year old in two days.My heart was racing, my palms were sweating, and worst-case scenarios consumed my thoughts. What if this is the worst mistake we could ever make? What if this child is nothing but sorrow? What if we die in the process? I felt anxious, scared, and overwhelmed. I just wanted to hide, to escape from the uncertainty and the fear that was gripping me. But I knew I couldn't. I had to face my fears, to push through the anxiety and find a way to make it work.I gawked at the baby in Lavanya's arms. She was scared but the fact that she was staring at the child seemed to calm her down.Arlo walked into the room, Clara rushing behind, “Why did you stop?” Clara yelled.Arlo looked back at her and sm
🥀 ARWAN'S POV 🥀The room fell silent as our eyes fixed on the unbelievable sight before us. Gasps and whispers filled the air as we all struggled to comprehend what we were seeing.The baby seemed to defy explanation, a mesmerising sight that drew in every gaze like a magnet. It was as if time itself had frozen, leaving only stunned silence and awestruck stares.My mouth hung open, and my face was pale with wonder. Lavanya's eyes were wide with excitement, and her pupils dilated as she took in every detail.Clara looked like she was about to faint, her legs trembling beneath her as she struggled to remain upright.“I'll take the child and clean him up,” Lavanya blurted out, stretching her arms.I gawked at her, “Be careful Lavanya.”“Oh c'mon,” she snapped back, “He's just a cute little baby.”“That eats flesh and blood,” Alpha Vargus added, causing Lavanya to roll her eyes.“Wh -why does he look like… an angel?” Clara muttered.I looked at Melonie, she was unconscious. The witch no
🥀 MELONIE'S POV 🥀I felt more alive, it was as if blood was the medicine I should have taken since the beginning of my horrifying pregnancy. I looked down at the empty bowls of blood on the ground. I could tell that such an amount of blood didn’t come from one or two people, it definitely came from tons of people and lives.They say blood is the life force that flows through mortal veins and the essence of life itself, so why blood? I looked at my growing belly, my hunger and thirst did not stop, but I wasn’t hungry for food or water, I was hungry for blood. The same thing that disgusted me, but somehow, I was enjoying it.It did disgust me, but it didn’t disgust the child I was carrying.“Should I really give birth to this child?” I thought, “What if I’m making a mistake because I don’t want my daughter dead? What if I’m protecting this child because of the fact that I’m the one carrying it?I reached for another bowl of blood, gulped it down without thinking twice, and felt even
🥀 MELONIE'S POV 🥀Several herbs were brought to me, I was barely breathing – I was in a worse state than I have ever been, since my birth; but still I couldn't eat.“Did the child break her ribs?” Clara asked in fear.“The child is way too powerful for her system,” the witch announced. First, we need to find a way to feed her.”At the mention of food, I began to throw up, but there was nothing in my tummy to vomit, so it was extremely painful, I just kept screaming and crying.“I don't think the child wants food,” the witch reasoned out.“If not food, then what the hell does she want?” Arwan barked.“Blood… human blood,” Bruno announced.“Hell no! I'm not in for this,” Arwan snarled.“No wayyyyy…” Lavanya gasped.“We don't know that yet, Arwan. Let's just give it a try,” Clara added.“Human blood??? Blood??? What is it? A vampire?” Arwan yelled back.“No, she's not a vampire and we are just giving it a try,” the witch retorted.Arwan walked closer to the witch, “Well the answer is n
🥀 MELONIE'S POV 🥀A rush of cold spread through my body, I stared at Arwan in disbelief.“How could you…” I paused, trying to react appropriately.I was dazed, confused and disoriented.“Why are you doing this Arwan?” I calmly asked, “Why did you bring that witch?”“I won't stand by and watch that thing kill you,” Arwan blurted out.“Child!” Clara corrected.“Shut up Clara!” Arwan menacingly muttered.“I already told you, I'm not getting rid of my daughter. When she's born, I'll name her Ariel or Agatha,” I calmly announced, “Even if I'm no more, you'll have her by your side.”“You must be delusional to think that I'll love that thing if it kills you,” Arwan retorted, “I'll leave you with the witch, and by the time I come back… I hope that thing is gone.”Arwan stormed out of the room, and I gawked at the witch.“Leave!” I commanded.“Melonie, listen to me,” she started. I regret everything I did in the past. I was only trying to find a means to protect myself. That's why I didn't c
🥀 MELONIE'S POV 🥀I stood frozen, my ears ringing with the words that had just been spoken. It was as if time had stopped, and all that existed was the shock and disbelief that coursed through my veins.“What do you mean… pregnant Lavanya?” I blurted out, breaking the silence.“What do you mean? What do I mean?” Lavanya responded, “I've seen a lot of pregnant women… you are one of them, look at your baby bump.”“Exactly,” Arwan retorted, “There shouldn't be a bump yet. She's literally a day pregnant.”“It's growing so fast, every minute,” Clara blurted out.“Is that okay?” I asked fearfully, “Is this how fast a baby grows in your world? I mean, for humans… It's nine months.”“Of Course, it's not okay… you are the dragon wolf, and Arwan is a fucking ancient lycanthropic dragon,” Bruno interrupted, “That seems very abnormal… just like you, it shouldn't be born.”“It?” I whispered.“Melonie, calm down,” Lavanya muttered. It's nine months in our world, too… I don't know why it's growing
🥀 CLARA'S POV 🥀I stood before him, my words trembling on my lips. I knew what I was about to say would shatter his world, and crush the love and trust he had placed in me.As I looked into his eyes, I saw the innocence, the vulnerability, and the adoration that shone brightly within them. And I knew that I was about to extinguish that light, to snuff out the flame of love that had burned so brightly.I took a deep breath, steeling myself for the pain I was about to inflict. "I'm sorry," I whispered, the words feeling like ash in my mouth. "I'm too in love with Arlo, I can't love you back… ever."The words hung in the air like a challenge, a cruel and heartless declaration that left him reeling. I watched in horror as his face crumpled, as the tears began to flow, and as his world came crashing down around him.He looked at me with eyes that were filled with shock, with pain, and with betrayal. "How could you?" he whispered, his voice trembling with anguish. "How could you do this t