(20 minutes later) “Where were you? Why weren’t you picking up your call?” Isaac jumped out of my house with a dark expression, the moment I knocked at the door of my house. His calm face looked tormented as he was glaring at me, annoyedly. However, looking at my wounds, his expression softened slightly, Stepping away from the door, he asked, “How did you get injured?” Sighing I stepped in and dropped on the couch exhaustedly. The pattering sound of the rain on my windowsill felt like background music. I murmured while yawning sleepily, “Sorry, Issac. I couldn’t pick up the phone because I was inside the AJC organisation, having another interview.” Then, looking at my bandaged right ankle, I added, “Don’t worry about that wound. I just slipped and twisted my ankle. Nothing big!” Issac’s brows frowned deep as he asked confusedly, “Another interview? How did you manage that?” I was too exhausted to tell Issac everything at that moment. I just mumbled, closing my eyes, “That’s
(5 years ago, almost midnight) (In the rose garden of the Golden Heart pack house, Auryn City) Keir was sitting on the bank of a lake next to the garden, dipping his feet in the cold water of the lake. His mouth curved into an unconscious smile, looking at his swollen foot. The cold breezes of night were playing with his inky black hair. Thinking about Eliza's sassy expression, he mumbled to himself, “Torment me now as much as you want, Firefly! I am gonna have my revenge on you.” Suddenly, from behind he felt a little push on his back. Wrapping his arm around Keir’s shoulder, Kyrell dropped next to him, “What’s wrong, brother? Can’t sleep?” Noticing his foot, Kyrell asked in utter confusion, “How did you injure yourself? Damn! These wounds look painful. Your foot is swollen like a ball.” Chuckling softly, Keir answered in a low voice, staring at the sparkling stars above, “Those are marks of Miss Eliza’s heel. Maybe she was a little too impressed by my skill and rewarded me gene
(POV of Eliza Claire Gold, 5 years ago) (In her balcony, almost midnight) “Yes! Yes! Good night, Aunt. I will go directly to my bed.” Sighing, I closed the door of my bedroom after convincing Aunt that I was going to sleep early, not staying awake late or sneaking out of the room. The next day, I needed to attend a tea party to get well acquainted with the prestigious females of the pack. Strolling lazily, I went to my balcony to get some fresh air. That night was very beautiful. The silvery moon was in the middle of the sky, showering everything with its grace. ‘Uff! The day was really exhausting.’ Leaning against the railing of the balcony, I mumbled lazily. Suddenly, recalling the dance performance and Eden’s lecture after that, my heart became slightly restless, ‘Keir, that guy is something!’ ‘He isn’t scared of anyone. Despite being a lycan warrior, he chose to be my dance-’ ‘Wait! Isn’t that-’ I almost hung half of my body out of the balcony as I screamed in a low voice,
“HOWLLLL!”Eden’s growling was a signal for us to block the path from three sides while they were chasing the main group. We scattered instantly while chasing those dark silhouettes who began to run through the forest.My wolf was quite fast so soon, it caught one of them and plunged on him. He didn’t even get the time to shift or fight back. My wolf pinned him down on the ground and tore out a lump of flesh from his chest, furiously attacking him a few times.Blood began to gush out and drenched the shiny, golden fur around my mouth and of my paws. While writhing in pain, the guy lost his life in a few seconds. Howling cheerfully, I declared about my first victory. Murphy and Eden answered my howling instantly.I sensed three or four wolves around me. Without wasting any more time, I followed two of them. They all shifted so it wasn’t as easy as before. But, after getting the taste of blood, I lost most of the control on my wolf and it was ready to attack mercilessly.Soon I managed
Eden suggested hastily, “Don’t talk! Let me give you some water.”He passed me the glass of water as he asked worriedly, “How are you feeling now, Eli? Are you in pain? Is your head still hurting?”I felt a warm glow flow through me. I started to feel bad for causing him trouble. His dishevelled appearance, worried and exhausted expression and those dark circles under his eyes pinched my heart with a bittersweet feeling of affection.I felt a lump in my throat and tears slowly found their way down my cheeks. I bit my lips firmly to control my sobs but Eden’s gentle and caring voice kept on asking, more worried and scared than before, jumping up from his chair.“What happened, Eli? Are you in extreme pain? Tell me? Where are you hurting? Don’t cry! Aldus will be here in a minute. Is it hurting a-”A deep sobs slipped my lips as I mumbled in an incoherent voice, “S-sorry! S-sorry, brother. Did father scold you a lot because of me?”Eden paused for a moment and then, he asked in a puzzle
“Jeez!”A soft gasp escaped me as I tilted my head sharply and looked up. A familiar and perfectly handsome face greeted me as he finished reading the line from the novel in my hand. His emerald eyes captured mine as Keir chuckled softly while analysing my pale face, “Sorry, Miss Firefly. Did I scare you?”“A little! ”Taking a deep breath, I asked in a puzzled tone, “What are you doing here? How did you even enter my room?”Keir answered nonchalantly while sitting next to me, “Of course, I am here to meet you and obviously, I used the door to come inside.”“Eh! I didn’t mean that. I thought that our guards were still outside my door and they shouldn’t allow anyone without my permission.” Squinting my eyes, I added, clearing my throat, “Don’t you know that it is bad manners to enter a lady’s room without knocking?”“So… Did I offend you, M’lady?” Keir asked, raising his one brow.“Yup, I am very offended. I demand a sincere apology letter.“Letter! Well, I will try to write a long let
(POV of Eliza Claire Gold, 5 years later) “S-stop it, Eden! I said not to disturb-” I saw a blurry figure through my half-opened eyes. “Eden!” I mumbled in a sleepy voice. But, instead of Eden’s familiar voice, I heard Issac’s urgent demand, “Lily, we have reached your office. Wake up now.” “Office?” While rubbing my sleepy eyes, I looked out through the car window and noticed the familiar gate of the AJC organisation. I almost jumped out of the car as I started running while checking the time, ‘Damn! Why did I fall asleep?’ From behind, I heard Issac’s worried voice, “Lily, call me if you need anything. I will be around.” “Sure!” I ran as fast as I could and took the lift to the top floor of the building. Last night, I returned home very late after meeting Alpha Stephen. He was very delighted to hear the news of my new job. They even started planning for the next move. There was a possibility that it would be the most dangerous mission of my life, but I was paid extra for my w
Even after trying a few times when I couldn’t get Keir’s approval, I was really annoyed. I could feel that Keir was doing it intentionally to annoy me. I bit down hard on my lower lip to hide my irritation and picked up the cup once again for the seventh time.I only murmured in a low voice, “Let me try again, Sir.”Keir’s emerald eyes looked calm and observant. He was silently analysing my all reactions. I could feel his gaze on my every move.Within two minutes, I came back with a huge tray in my hand. I brought hot water, sugar, milk powder, coffee and tea pouches and a few other essentials. Placing the tray on his table, I claimed in an exhausted voice, hiding my annoyance perfectly, “Now, teach me how to make your perfect coffee. I will follow your steps next time.”Keir was a little puzzled at first and then, a little, unpredictable smirk curved his lips as he looked up, closing the file in his hand, “Do you want your boss to make his own coffee? What’s the use of having a PA th
“Hello, I can’t return tonight. Don’t wait for me.”Keir’s call that night caught me off guard. He wasn’t coming back, and I didn’t see him for the next six days. The silence in his cottage felt oppressive at times, even though my life there was comfortable. I had everything I could need—both luxuries and necessities.Two maids were always around, taking care of me, and I was free to move about. I could go to the training ground to practice or stroll in the gardens whenever I wanted. Sasha visited me almost every day, and we spent hours chatting. Sometimes, she even took me to cozy little cafés within the inner territory. In just one week, we became close friends.Eden and I talked daily using Sasha’s phone. From her, I learned that both Kyrell and Keir had gone on a confidential mission, and it might take some time before they returned. Despite the comforts around me, I felt like I was living a secluded life.---(A week later, at Keir’s private training ground)“Afternoon, Eliza.”S
Sitting by the swimming pool, I was chatting with Sasha, who was, as always, her talkative self. She was animatedly recounting every moment she had spent with my brother, describing every word they exchanged.Pausing for a moment, Sasha took a long sip of her virgin mojito and leaned back on her sunlounger. “Why didn’t you tell me that Eden is so handsome?” she asked with a playful pout. “I would have dressed better to impress him!”A secretive smile tugged at my lips as I turned to her and said, “You don’t need to dress up, Sasha. Your smile alone is enough to charm anyone.”The cool evening breeze rippled gently over the lake’s surface, blending with the warm, reddish glow of the setting sun. The sky was painted in hues of orange and crimson, creating a serene backdrop.Curious, I asked, “My brother has never shown interest in dating or even talking to girls. Honestly, I was beginning to think he preferred guys. How did he manage to impress you?”Sasha burst into laughter, her eyes s
“I am in!”I promptly agreed to his proposal with dazzling determination.Without giving him the chance to get ready, I dashed towards him to attack. But, Keir was faster than I expected. He dodged easily as he commented, still with that mysterious grin, “Oh! You look quite impatient, Firefly.”Though I was charging him with full force constantly, he looked at ease as if it was a child’s play for him. His sword was moving gracefully, blocking all my attacks. Keir didn’t even attack me. All his moves were defensive but I started to feel exhausted after a few minutes. Seeing the beads of sweat glistening on my brow, Keir smirked and taunted with playful disdain, “I haven’t even begun, and you’re already tired. What a shame!”Suppressing the weight of my fatigue, I straightened my posture and retorted with defiant arrogance, “Who told you I’m tired? I won’t rest until I’ve brought you to your knees, Royal Prince.”“Try harder then, Firefly! I would love to be defeated by you.”But in tha
(POV of Young Eliza Claire Gold)(Night Walker Clan House, Verena)“Mmh!”The golden rays of the sun streamed gently through the open window, casting a radiant glow that momentarily blinded me as I opened my sleepy eyes. I found myself again in that familiar and cosy bedroom. Thin curtains were dancing in the soft and cold breezes of the morning. Tossing and turning for a few more minutes, I got down from the bed at last. The dawn was enchanting, with the amber-hued sun shimmering brilliantly, painting the world in its warm embrace.It was around 6 O'clock in the morning.The melodious chirping of birds filled the air as I stepped outside of the room, my footsteps light and cautious. A breathtaking scene unfolded before me. In the meadow, a little distance away, Keir and Kyrell were engaged in a mesmerizing sword fight. Their movements were a flawless blend of grace and precision, a dance of strength and skill. They were too engrossed in their training to notice me. Beads of sweat gli
“Huh? Am I?”Eden nodded his head positively as he replied in his warm and silky voice, “You promised that we are going to have lunch together. Are you ditching me now?”I was too startled by his suggestion to offer any objection. I offered him a small and shy smile as I answered promptly, making a gesture of apology, “My bad! While talking about work, I got so distracted that I forgot my manners.”Eden smiled mysteriously as he suggested in his magnetic tone, “Then, you should just focus on the food now. Allow me to give you a grand treat today so that you can remember me as a welcoming and friendly host.”He broke into a leisurely smile as he signed the waiter to bring the menu. The resort was expensive indeed with unique and diverse food items to match anyone’s taste. I was too puzzled to order anything.Eden’s magnetic presence was also distracting me to focus on the food items. After flipping the pages of that menu book, I asked for his help, “Prince Eden, why don’t you order for
(POV of Sasha, Cousin of Keir Walker)(In a basement of the Golden Heart pack territory)(Around 10 am )It took me more than one hour to reach the Golden Heart territory. Though I thought that our meeting was planned in a luxurious resort, I was led to a dark and dingy basement by a young werewolf who must be a pack member.“This way, Madam,” he showed me the dark stairs while directly leading me to a cold and empty basement. A weird feeling was hammering in my heart. A cold knot formed in my stomach as I noticed three dark silhouettes in front of me, circling around a half-conscious guy who was tied with a chair.One of them was asking that tied guy something but his voice was so low that I couldn’t hear anything from my place. That young pack member asked me in his formal tone, “Wait here, Madam. I will inform Prince Eden about you.”I asked in a surprised tone, “Is he here? In this place?”That young lad flashed me a gummy smile, pointing at that dark silhouette who was interrogati
“That’s rubbish!”Kyrell protested promptly, looking up from his burger. He continued, snickering at Keir, “Since Childhood, this guy has been stealing my food and forcing my food to share with him. Still, our love is only decreasing.”Shrugging his shoulders, Keir answered casually while unbuttoning his coat, “I am not liking this version of you that much. I wish you were still that cry baby and drooling all the time while following me.”“Ahh! Shut up!”Kyrell demanded in an irritated tone, “How did you come here? I thought that you had an important meeting to handle.”While stretching his long arms, Keir answered casually, “I have finished that already. What do you think of me?” Turning to me, Keir asked, “Have you bought everything you needed?”“Hmm,” I nodded, “I think that I have bought more than I needed.”Leaning closer, he picked up my half-empty Boba tea as he inquired playfully, “Did you have fun? Do you wanna eat anything else? Wanna go somewhere else? I am free for the whol
“Eliza, are you awake?”I woke up from a loud knock at the door. Blinking sleepily, I asked in a muffled voice, “Mmh! Who is it?”It took me a few seconds to recall where I was and why that bedroom wasn’t looking that familiar to me. When I looked at the door, Sasha was standing there. She was dressed casually but she was looking prettier than usual after putting on slight makeup and tying her hair neatly in a ponytail.I asked in a puzzled tone, looking in her direction, “Now, I am awake. Do you need to tell me anything urgently?”Sasha dashed into the room with a gloomy face as she asked while fixing her hair, “Eliza, I am going to meet your brother in an hour. Do you want to tell him anything?”“Yeah!”I paused for a moment as I mumbled, hesitating for a bit, “Yes, tell him that I am sorry. I caused him so much trouble. I really wanna call him and talk but-”“But? Is he an angry guy? Will he scold you if you call him now?” Sasha asked anxiously. I corrected her hastily, “No, no! I
“Eat more! You are a wolf not a bird.”Keir taunted me while serving me more meat. I was already full after eating so much. It seemed like Keir preferred meat a lot. Majority of the dishes were made of meat along with a few bowls of salad and fruits. While eating, I didn’t really get the chance to talk anymore. It seemed like he was quite hungry after a long day. So, we both focused on the food. However, Keir was still paying attention to me.After finishing my food, I was about to leave the dining table when Keir stated, “Wait! I have asked to make some dessert for you.”I asked in a surprised tone, “Do you like sweets? I didn’t know.”“I don’t like sweets but I thought that you would like it,” Keir answered while munching the last piece of his sausage. Keir signed the old lady who was in charge of the kitchen to serve it. They actually made three types of desserts. There was chocolate brownie, pudding and jello. I was already too full for the dessert but I couldn’t hold back mysel