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SHE•SHIFTER TEYANA
My morning is a repeat of yesterday. I went running at 5am, expected to do twenty laps in an hour. I didn’t hit that time, but I was close. From there, Will and I wrestled. I got beat to a pulp again, and was forced to shift again. And to no surprise, I still provided myself with the pain to trigger my shift. At least today I had breakfast, but my table manners were tested under Lana’s watchful eyes.Which leads me to now. I am back in the same changing room, with the same people. There are no pins being used this time. The dress fits perfectly and Lana is pleased. “Thank you,” I said to Teyana, realizing Lana didn’t show her appreciation to the woman who put in all the man hours to get the size right. “Anything for you,” Teyana says. Something about her tone throws me off, and I can tell she is unhappy. I was sure it wasn't with me, but with Lana. The woman who barked orders and came across as ungrateful. “Teyana, will you have lunch with me?” I asked. She was taken back by my
SHE•SHIFTER RENDEZVOUS
WILL'S POVWalking around the compound at night was completely different than doing so in the day. During the day, though there weren't many faces to be seen, you knew you weren't alone. You could hear quiet chattering of others throughout the building. Though their words weren't clear, you could still make out that a conversation was happening.At night, the compound is silent. There were so many dark corners in the large rooms. The old paintings hanging up looked like something from horror movies or your worst nightmare.To be frank, I prefer the night.I wasn't as important as sincere or Lana, but it was known that I was the right hand man of both. Before Sincere arrived it was just Lana and I keeping things under control. The people around here seem to think I am part of all of the decisions made, like I have a say. I just follow orders.Currently, my orders were to meet with Lana. This is something that we had done nightly since the arrival of Sincere, our shifter. It was the ti
SHE•SHIFTER PASSIONATE PAIN
ATHENA’S POV If Father Zyte had magic coursing through his veins it would stem from his anger. When he discovered Henry had run off, using the dark of night as his cover, his face turned a deep red. The anger and disappointment he felt seemed to rumble the stone walls of the Zyte family home. In between his cursing words came apologies towards my father and I. He explained that Henry always acted out, always thought of himself only, and refused to grow up. Father Zyte saw him as a child and as a pawn. The more he spoke, the more I realized Henry and I had a few things in common. Our fathers were engrossed with power, and though their wishes to have and keep peace between the magics and the non-magics was real, they were power hungry. They needed the control of the people. And sure, separately, they did well, but combining the families would ensure their permanent positions for years to come.This Union that they were trying to force was more than a way to protect the people, it was
SHE•SHIFTER COMMAND
SINCERES POV “SHIFT!” Will’s voice rings out in my ears. There was no more running or unnecessary exercises. It was all half hour fights and the pain of transforming. That’s all he wanted from me. Everyday was the same.“SHIFT!” It didn’t matter how hard we went in our battle. It didn’t matter how broken he made me, he would still command this of me, still expecting me to be able to do it just because he asked. I told myself if I could beat him in a one on one fight like before, he wouldn’t be able to stand over me, forcing me to shed. Instead I’d stand over him, making him beg me for restraint. There was this block that I couldn’t seem to get past. I’d be ready to lose myself in our training. My anger and frustrations come forward, and I find myself using it to stand against Will. It’s like feeling myself, everything that makes me who I am, slip away. I am prepared to black out and do serious damage to someone I really didn’t want to hurt. I’d always realize this right before it
SHE•SHIFTER OBSERVE
WILLS POV When she demanded that I take her to the basement, I was under the impression she was talking about the wine cellar or hidden movie theater that existed, not the room in which she once referred to as a prison. The white lights brightened up the room. There was a soft stench of bleach filling the air. I remembered the last time we were here. Sincere had shifted, making a mess of burnt dead skin cells and slime. Lana was quick to have someone scrub the space from top to bottom, as if what Sincere did was something infectious. “What are we doing down here?” I asked. I had no problem following her wherever she wanted me to, but I was at a complete loss on what the plan was. She closed the door behind us, and for a moment I had an image of my blood plastering the clean walls, giving the room a splash of color. Though I’d never think that Sincere would hurt me, I may have crossed over a line bringing up Elias. “You are here for observation only,” She started, eyes scanning th
SHE•SHIFTER THE LAST WILLOW
Fresh air was calling my name.Even though I was completely healed, I couldn’t get rid of the lingering smell of ash and flesh. I wanted to create distance between myself and those assholes of the compound. I intentionally got lost in the surrounding woods, hoping to find my peace. The day was almost at its end. The light of the sunset reflected off fallen leaves and the leaves that still held their places on the trees. The last time I was in these woods, I was looking for an escape. This time, I was searching for calm. Behind the walls of the compound was anything but calm. Everything I did and said was being analyzed. Not just by Lana and Will, but those who were considered regular civilians. I put in a lot of work today, more than the other days combined. It felt like I died, over and over again, just to protect the ideal version of a shifter that these people had. I’m sure with more training, I would have learned that this was something that I could do; shift on my own accord
SHE•SHIFTER GRADUATION
“OOF!” Will groans loudly. The thud sound of Will’s large, yet fragile body hitting the wall echoes through the empty space of the room. I stare at him, waiting for him to admit defeat. He was soaked in his own blood. His body was covered in deep scratches, holes were leaking a thick red fluid from where my claws dug in. I knew for a fact that I had blown his kneecap, broken a wrist, maybe even fractured a few ribs, yet he didn’t admit to his loss. Yesterday was such a shit show for me, that I had some negative energy that I needed my body to get rid of. This was the perfect way. He wanted me to be a fighter, wanted me to not show any concern for his well being… I was doing exactly that. He was not going to win. Not today. “Just give up Will,” I said. Normally I’d be the one broken. This morning, he barely got a chance to touch me. I was feeling empowered and pissed. A very dangerous, and unpredictable combination. I saunter over to him, grabbing ahold of him by the back of his ne
SHE•SHIFTER LUNCH
The Willow Tree. This was the second time I met Teyana there, at least this time it was planned. Instead of having a meal with those I wasn’t sure I could trust, Lana exclusively, I had a meal with Teyana.She provided sandwiches and fruit from the cafeteria. I provided a bedsheet and soda. We met underneath the dead branches, sitting across from each other, embracing the sense of normalcy. It was nice to be surrounded by nature, with the smell of moss and raine. The sun peeks through the old and new limbs of trees. There is serenity.“I hope you like strawberries and bananas. Those were the only choices they had today,” she said, setting everything out. I smiled. “There was a time that I didn’t have anything to eat, so I will never be picky.” “They limit our food servings in the cafeteria, so I got as much as I could.” She brought a piece of fruit to her lips. She seemed to shy away as if embarrassed about the amount she presented to me. I was still in shock with the fact that th
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SHE•SHIFTER SHE SHIFTER
The bullets fly through me. So many at once. At first, they weren’t noticeable. I feel myself falling backwards, arms flailing helplessly. I had planned to catch myself, but the blasts of their weapons were unexpected, and hit me harder than anticipated. Lying on my back, I watch as Athena stays law, trying to crawl her way over to Elias. I feel the warming of my skin and I know immediately the bullets are laced with Inferno. Don’t think about the pain. Get up! I grunt and moan as I find my way back on to my feet. The Zyte soldiers have made their way out onto the lawn, picking and choosing their targets. I keep my eyes on Athena, trying not to lose her and dodge the flying lead as well. Just as I am about to reach down and grab her, I’m thrusted backwards. I land on my feet, catching myself. My eyes lock with Elias. He breathes, heavy, his shoulders and chest rising and falling together. The glowering in his eyes tells me I may be in for trouble. “I got a bone to pick with you,” h
SHE•SHIFTER OPPOSITE SIDES
I ran up the stairs, heart thumping out of control and my mind flooded with negative thoughts and what ifs. Will and Teyana are behind me, and I can make out their panicked breaths as well. The commotion we heard before had quieted down. I pushed myself out of the secret door, into the kitchen. I see people still in their pajamas crowded in the foyer, worried expressions showing on all of their faces. I find the guard in charge of this particular side of the house. Sam. He stands at the door of the main entrance, eyes fixated on movement happening at the gate. I push my way through the crowd, wanting to get a good look myself.“What’s going on?” I asked, at the same time seeing a row of armed men, standing tall and waiting for a command. “The Ma’zhee?” Sam nods their head. I assess the situation. “They blew the gates, there is nothing stopping them from entering.” I can see small grass fires and the iron gate broken over. “What are they doing?” “If I had to guess,” Sam’s voice is lo
SHE•SHIFTER THE FINAL PIECE
I stand directly beneath the shower head, the pitter patter of the water silencing the world. The colder temperature cools me down quickly. My eyes are closed, my head filled with images of Will and I being lost in our kiss, in our feelings. I part my lips to catch my breath, knowing I could live off this memory for a while.Was our relationship always leading up to this? My memories took me for a spin. I remembered when I couldn't trust him, and when he turned into my only friend. I remember when I thought I could hate him, but realized I could love him. I wondered if my feelings were being driven by this supposed heat that Teyana mentioned. Should I bring that up to him, or would that hurt his feelings? "I like to look at you too. You're beautiful." His compliment is searing itself into my brain. Wait, does this mean he likes me? Are we together now? I bring a finger to my lips, touching them as softly as he kissed them. It was such a rush.The memory suddenly begins to alter. A
SHE•SHIFTER DESTRESS
So, this is where the cafeteria is. I stood outside its doors, staring in through the glass trying to get a sense of the people. Everyone seemed very comfortable with each other; talking, laughing and having a good time. The large room was full of the young and old, everyone so lively. This seemed to be more my speed. In our dining room it was always just me, Lana and Will. Most of the time we didn’t engage in conversation; just eating quietly, sitting properly. I have been here for more than two months, and this is the only time I’ve come to the common area. With all the commotion last night, I thought it would be a good time to show my face. Will explained that this part of the compound was for the people. It was like segregating the rich from the poor. I've never been considered a rich person, so this whole thing was odd to me. Here, everyone ate together, lived together… did everything together. It was its own community. When I walked in, everyone went quiet, staring me dow
SHE•SHIFTER A DEAL WITH THE DEAD
SIR HENRYS POV My father found her, floating in the creek where our favorite spot used to be. I wondered how long she’d been there. I wondered if she was waiting for me. I tried to romanticize it in my head, as if that would make it better. I had to come to terms that my precious Clara was gone. Maybe that was why my health took a turn. I felt her leave me in the world alone, and my soul wanted to follow her. Without her, what was my reason for existence? Athena and I are already married. A child, my child, will be born into this world. Would it be enough? ATHENA’S POV He barely said anything these days. Ever since they confirmed the death of Clara it was like he had given up. He wanted to succumb to his mysterious illness. Well, I wouldn’t have it. Clara had him in life, she would not have him in death. I must call upon the dead. I must call upon the Gods. "Invoco eos, qui ante me vixerunt, obscuri vigore pleni! Coniuro missas et misters ter ter. Da mihi
SHE•SHIFTER LOST BLOODLINE
SINCERES POV I felt a sharp pain penetrating the skin of my chest, digging in between the bones of my ribcage. It slides through to my heart, and my eyes open in fury and torment.How do I go from sleeping so soundly, to experiencing a pain like death. A deep throated growl is emitted from my voice box, coming out loud enough to wake the house. I swing my arm against the traitor who snuck into my room in the middle of the night. They fly in the air, through the paper like wall, landing in the hard tub.Light spills into the room, just as I reach out and grab the handle of the sword used against me. “Oh my god!” Teyana yells, ready to fall apart. “That does not look good.” My mind goes blank, and I can feel me slipping away. That dark side of me is coming, and it is enraged. WILLS POVA roar seemingly coming from a beast wakes me from a deep sleep. I heard the panic sounds of the others in the main hall, just as concerned and confused as was. “WILL!” I recognize Teyana’s voice in a
SHE•SHIFTER HIDDEN CHILD
ATHENA’S POV I shared a peck of a kiss with Sir Henry at his bedside. Our fathers clap and our mothers are in awe as we are officially man and wife. Henry’s body appears to be giving up on him yet again, and our fathers refused to call off the wedding. It didn’t matter to me where or how we got married, just as long as we did. At the beginning I was against this, but somehow in the mess of things, I fell for Henry. The child also helped push things in my favor. I looked down at my husband, feeling my cheeks blush. He stares back up at me, and though weak, I can tell he wants to speak. I lean in to him, letting him have my ear. “I love you Clara,” he whispers. My smile is gone. I keep my anger hidden. I step away from him, looking over at our parents. “He asks for his rest,” I lie. They nodded in agreement. “It has been a pretty big day,” his father is overly cheerful for someone who has a dying son. I follow them out of Henry’s chamber, requesting to speak alone with my f
SHE•SHIFTER CONTAIN
I was too late. That was a hard thing to acknowledge. Though I came back as soon as I could, ready to fight everyone for Elias, he was not there. I left the others in Teyana’s hands, wanting her to provide them with showers, clothes, and food. I had plenty of questions for them, but they would have to be asked in the morning. Tonight, I was done.I wanted to be alone and work out the emotions I have. From anger, to sadness, to guilt. I held up in the boxing room, but instead of hitting a punching bag like a normal person would, I released everything into the walls. It did hurt, but I think that was exactly what I wanted to feel. My knuckles cracked, my fingers popped, and I yelled out my pain. “AAAAAAAHHHHH!” I roared. I continued until my hands were bloody, and then I fell down to my knees, letting my tears stream down my face. I feel arms wrap around my upper body, squeezing me. I recognized the scent immediately. I feel his lips at the nape of neck, and he whispers my name. “S
SHE•SHIFTER THE MISSION
I stormed the house. Walking as fast as I could to find Will. Teyana was right behind me. She was not on a warpath like I was, but I felt she was more concerned for Will’s safety. The guard outside the compound said that Will was having tea in his favorite room. Sure enough, there he was, sipping from his mug without a care in the world. He looked up at me when he heard the doors open.“Where have you been?” he asked. Oh no, he was not going to question me. I smacked the ceramic glass out of his hand, letting the hot liquid drop over him. “What the hell?”“Did you know that The Grove had Elias?” His face drains of any color he has and I can see his panic. “God damn it Will!” I want to strangle his neck. I want to physically hurt him! I want to cry. “I didn’t know how to tell you,” he stood up quickly, ready to beg for my forgiveness and explain his decision to keep me in the dark. “I know you’d want to rush in and save him, but we couldn’t do all of that. He’s one person!” “He i
