Amelia's povHis hand was warm, the feeling alone sending jolts of electricity through the veins in my arms until my entire body could feel his touch. His thumb starts to trace little circles on my skin, and I am instantly aware of how much bigger his hands are compared to mine.I swallowed once more. Hating him seemed to be more tortuous for me than it was for him. A shaky breath left my lips as I stare deep into his soul.There's a flash of something in his gaze, a flash of something wild and unknown. But it's quick to leave, quick to hide away from me to understand such a strange emotion.I gulped, my eyes shifting away from the pools that somehow undressed me and left me completely naked and bare. " It's not like I had a choice...." I drawled while trying to keep the vulnerability he seem to push out of me, away from my tone.My eyes on their own, slide down his straight nose to those lips I like to feel sliding across mine. " It seemed as though you'd hunt me down if I did,"A sw
Raiden's povMy wolf felt it. I felt it. Something about this girl and how she made me feel was different. A good different. And as I stare into her piercing eyes, I register that she is no ordinary human, at least not to me. 'Raiden!' Damon's voice pierces through the mind link, pulling me out of my thoughts that were fueled with only Amelia. My wolf growls at the interruption, more irritated that our attention was cut from Amelia. I reluctantly pull my gaze away from the beauty in front of me, knowing that watching her alone would move me from reality, and judging by the sharpness of Damon's tone......I needed to be in reality now. ' What is it Damon?' I try to keep the irritation of being interrupted out of my voice, especially knowing he wouldn't interrupt if there wasn't an issue. ' Your psycho ex did something man,' his tone comes out shaken as though he couldn't believe something happened. My blood runs cold. Dayna. What had the bitch done this time?' What had she done!?
Raiden's povWhat had I ever seen in Dayna? Why did I ever give her the time of day? Why did it take me this long to realize she was a complete monster?My wolf shook through the restraints of my mind, simmering with rage. I could no longer hold back and stand up, startling Amelia when I heard her soft unexpected gasp. My fists clench at my sides, my claws digging into my palm, trying to stop myself from shifting there and then.With my vision sharpening, I knew I was losing the battle to restrain my wolf. I turn around sharply, of course confusing Amelia, but I had to do it in case I revealed too much way too soon." Raiden?" her soft, confused, questioning tone filter behind me where I had left her. I could not respond, frightened that my tone had shifted to that of my wild nature.' Is Pickett okay?' I question, my blood running cold knowing that the only reason she was targeted was because I took interest...more than just interest in Amelia.' She's shaken up, currently in the med
♡ Amelia's pov ♡"So this is your room. It's not much but I think it's good for your size. If there's anything you need, I'll be downstairs." My father mumbled while scratching the back of his head awkwardly.The father I only just got to know a couple of hours ago existed.I nodded, barely. I was still so numb after what happened two days ago. I still couldn't fathom how it happened.I never saw the signs....My mom was always so happy. So carefree. I never thought that my mom would leave me in this way."Thank you," I murmured softly in an awkward tone. I didn't know how to regard my 'father'. Should I say dad, father or call him by his given name Giovanni?My father nod, looking around the tasteless room. I had an inkling it had been a storage room. And I had a feeling only a few hours ago was switched into a room.The room was tiny, not suffocating but tiny nonetheless.But I was tiny too, standing at just five inches with a slim built and too much hips and a tiny waist. I didn't
Amelia's pov"Sorry, had to get something in the library," A soft male voice came from the doorway.I turned around in the chair, my eyes falling on a lanky guy standing in the doorway awkwardly.His hair is dark brown, his eyes dark and protected by huge frames. He's pretty tall too."Amelia meet Foster, he'll show you around the school and help you get to your classes." Principal Jester uttered.I nod, taking the paper from his clutches and rising to my feet. Foster flushed as I approach him.Foster turns to me, his face flustered. "Hi. Welcome to Creek High. Foster Miller at your service ma'am." He outstretched his hands politely.I smiled. "Ma'am? I don't think anyone has referred to me as such." I joked and shook his hand firmly. "I'm Amelia White."We started walking, him asking me to hand him the paper. He scanned it. "So where are you from Amelia? Hard to get new students here. Especially in the middle of the semester." He chuckled and spared me a quick glance."I'm from Michi
Raiden's pov"Isn't that the same girl from earlier? She looks new." Damon chuckled when the door closed behind the cute blonde girl and Foster.I strained my ears to hear their conversation.AmeliaThat name suited her."If you three are just going to yap about fresh meat, at least release me. I'm getting bored." Casper exhaled annoyed.I turn my attention back to him and reared my hand back. My fist went flying to his jaw and the satisfying sound of his jawbone breaking reaches my ears.He grunted, spitting out the blood on the floor. "Well that's more like it, little Alpha." He mocked.My knuckles slammed on bones and skin relentlessly. I wasn't giving that fucker enough time to heal.By the time I was done, Casper was on his knees. He spat crimson on my shoes."How many?" I questioned in a deadly calm voice.He raised his eyes to mine, a smirk still on his lips. " I told you she was willing to let me drink from her."" I don't fucking believe your word for it Casper." I sneered, r
Amelia's povThe second the bell rang I packed my bag and throw the strap over my shoulder. I was out of that class in less than a minute."Amelia,"There goes his smooth husky voice behind me.I stiffen, looking around for Foster as I try to ignore the brooding guy behind me. He didn't look like someone I'd catch their attention. So it was weird that he was trying to talk to me.Especially after I saw what he had done to that guy earlier.Where the hell was Foster?He said he'd meet me out here to show me to my next class."For being so short, you sure do walk fast." Raiden chuckled beside me.I gulped. He caught up.I gave him a slight glare from the corner of my eye, as I scooted away from him. " Can you like, leave me alone?"He raised a thick brow. "Why for?"I'm about to answer him when Foster calls me over. "Hey Amelia, over here!" He lifted his hand up, gesturing for me to come over.I looked at Raiden whose brows knot in a frown and then grumble under my breath. "Just stay aw
♡ Amelia's pov ♡I frowned.I was in his seat?I looked at the desk closely, it was new and unmarked.I looked up and my eyes connected with those green swirls that made my stomach knot.I ignored the feeling and voiced. "Your seat?"The tip of Raiden's lips curled up into a barely there smirk. "Yes, Amelia,"The way he said my name. I clenched my thighs together.What the hell was that feeling?"You're in my seat." He finished with a broader grin.My frown deepened.Was he so much of a jerk to actually make me change seats!?I scowled. "There's an empty chair here." I pointed at the vacant chair and desk beside me."But I don't want to sit there. I want my seat." He stressed, eyes flashing in amusement.I looked behind him at Mr. Scott, expecting him to tell Raiden to find another chair, one preferably vacant.But Mr. Scott was actually avoiding staring at us.I looked around the entire room. Everyone seemed to look at me with pity.Were they all afraid of Raiden?Was he some kind of
Raiden's povWhat had I ever seen in Dayna? Why did I ever give her the time of day? Why did it take me this long to realize she was a complete monster?My wolf shook through the restraints of my mind, simmering with rage. I could no longer hold back and stand up, startling Amelia when I heard her soft unexpected gasp. My fists clench at my sides, my claws digging into my palm, trying to stop myself from shifting there and then.With my vision sharpening, I knew I was losing the battle to restrain my wolf. I turn around sharply, of course confusing Amelia, but I had to do it in case I revealed too much way too soon." Raiden?" her soft, confused, questioning tone filter behind me where I had left her. I could not respond, frightened that my tone had shifted to that of my wild nature.' Is Pickett okay?' I question, my blood running cold knowing that the only reason she was targeted was because I took interest...more than just interest in Amelia.' She's shaken up, currently in the med
Raiden's povMy wolf felt it. I felt it. Something about this girl and how she made me feel was different. A good different. And as I stare into her piercing eyes, I register that she is no ordinary human, at least not to me. 'Raiden!' Damon's voice pierces through the mind link, pulling me out of my thoughts that were fueled with only Amelia. My wolf growls at the interruption, more irritated that our attention was cut from Amelia. I reluctantly pull my gaze away from the beauty in front of me, knowing that watching her alone would move me from reality, and judging by the sharpness of Damon's tone......I needed to be in reality now. ' What is it Damon?' I try to keep the irritation of being interrupted out of my voice, especially knowing he wouldn't interrupt if there wasn't an issue. ' Your psycho ex did something man,' his tone comes out shaken as though he couldn't believe something happened. My blood runs cold. Dayna. What had the bitch done this time?' What had she done!?
Amelia's povHis hand was warm, the feeling alone sending jolts of electricity through the veins in my arms until my entire body could feel his touch. His thumb starts to trace little circles on my skin, and I am instantly aware of how much bigger his hands are compared to mine.I swallowed once more. Hating him seemed to be more tortuous for me than it was for him. A shaky breath left my lips as I stare deep into his soul.There's a flash of something in his gaze, a flash of something wild and unknown. But it's quick to leave, quick to hide away from me to understand such a strange emotion.I gulped, my eyes shifting away from the pools that somehow undressed me and left me completely naked and bare. " It's not like I had a choice...." I drawled while trying to keep the vulnerability he seem to push out of me, away from my tone.My eyes on their own, slide down his straight nose to those lips I like to feel sliding across mine. " It seemed as though you'd hunt me down if I did,"A sw
Amelia's povI narrowed my eyes on him while trying to fight off the warm flush creeping up my neck by his words. " You don't get to boss me around," I huffed. Despite my words, I find myself settling on the red and white checkered blanket. I crossed my legs beneath me, thankful when a gust of cool wind brush against my flamed cheeks. I had a feeling my face was red from being teased every second by him. Raiden's lips curved into a grin that made the already wild butterflies in my stomach flutter more savagely. He settles on the blanket, stretching out beside me and angling his body toward me as he propped himself on his elbow. He stares at me intently. " I'm in your head again," he commented with a curved smile. I rolled my eyes and attempted to conceal the fact that he was absolutely right. " You wish," I scowled. Raiden doesn't say a word, only stares at me deeply. I feel instantly bare under his gaze, and with the way his eyes held mine, like he could see right through me...ho
Amelia's povRaiden's smile grew more as he gently pulled me out of the car, his hand strong and warm, clutching me like he was scared I'd let go. The feeling of him holding my hand, just my hand sent more tingles racing through me. My feet sink into the grass, the blades brushing against my ankles. The place felt like it was untouched, like an unrevealed world tucked away from everything else. It felt magical. And as he holds my hand tight while moving to the back to pull out the basket, I can't help but feel like he had brought me here to see a side of him I had never seen before. And perhaps, that was the side I needed to see. Perhaps, that was the side that was the real him. He clasp me like I was his lifeline as he started for the lake, me right by his side. I can't help but steal a glance at him. Trying to build my walls back up seems almost impossible now. Not when I am seeing this side of him. " This doesn't change anything you know," I murmur, my eyes drawing to our inter
Amelia's pov The excitement started to build as we moved deeper into the forest. I am not sure if it was the thrill of the unknown or just the thrill of being alone with Raiden himself, but something was making my heart race and my stomach fill with butterflies. I chewed on my lower lip, wondering if I would ever be able to control myself around him. " Are we there yet?" I cleared my throat, putting some bite into my tone to seem as though I was not looking forward to this date. Raiden glances over at me with that very same infuriating smirk that made my belly do knots. "Someone seems excited," he points out with a glint of happiness in his eyes. I rolled mine and remained quiet. " We're almost there baby," he commented after a little pause. " I know it's a long way but only the best for you. It will be worth it." My heart races faster, the bundle of nerves and excitement making my mind foggy. The way he said 'baby' got under my skin....in a good way. It was intimate and I hate
Amelia's povRaiden's grin widened and I knew he could see right through my lying excuse. " Right baby, let's go with that lie," smirking while he shifts the car back into gear. My ego would not make me stay quiet or let him be right so with a glare I snapped. " It's not a lie!" His chuckles move loud and deep in the confines of the vehicle as he pull away from the curb. " Sure baby," he was clearly amused by my defensiveness. " Keep telling yourself that." I glared at him, feeling my cheeks hot with burning frustration. His cockiness and playfulness were irritating and I hated that he could see right through me. Hiding my true self from Raiden was impossible. He already knew. " I don't know how you manage to be so annoying all the time," I mutter, crossing my arms over my chest and turning away from him so he'd not see the burn of red on my cheeks. Even though I was sure he had already seen it. Raiden didn't reply and I had a feeling he just didn't want to poke the bear also kno
Amelia's povNo, I couldn't fall for him. I wouldn't. My breath catches in my throat and I press my forehead against the glass, hoping that the coolness can somehow stop the heat running through my body. However, it didn't and this time I actually am not surprised. Raiden's mere presence was too overwhelming. I hated him, I should hate him, my mind tells me I should but my heart, it thrums louder the more I think about him......." You're glaring out that window pretty hard," Raiden suddenly joked. " What are you thinking so hard about in that pretty head spitfire?" I bit into the softness of my tongue until it pained as I riled in my emotions, well tried to. I pull back, pressing my back against the seat while my eyes return to the front, dead set on making sure I look nonchalant as possible. " Just trying to figure out a way to jump out of the vehicle and not having to see your face again," I mutter sarcastically. Raiden snorted. " Something tells me you would rather see my fac
Amelia's pov My breath catches in my throat, my cheeks reddening more hot. But it's not the heat of embarrassment that I had hoped for. It's the heat of need, desperate tickling need. Which is all the more frustrating. My pulse is racing and no matter how much I try to deny the feeling he invokes in me, my body betrays me and shows me the truth. " You're annoying," I mutter under my breath in a strained voice. Annoyingly tempting. I gripped the seatbelt around me tighter, my nails scrapping against the material. Would this ground me and make me resist him? No, impossible. I don't think anything would help me in this predicament. Raiden's husky laughter vibrates through the air, the tone setting me on fire. I bit into my lip, pressing my thighs together tighter. He knew what he was doing to me. He knew that he had the control. And I hated it. Despise it. I swallowed hard, the lump in my throat returning the second I felt his eyes on me. I looked out the window, my fingers trembl