Demi's pov I wiped my hand over my face, my palm catching at a wet spot on my cheek making me realize that I had been crying. I hurriedly my palm over my cheeks again to do away with any trace of me crying as I didn't want Eros to get worried and drill me with questions. You should get going, Harlyn advised, they'd be looking for you all over the place now... And she was right because the moment I stepped out and ventured into the space retracing my steps, my eyes caught a distressed Eros with Haris by his side frantically conversing with the shop attendant and I could see a security guard next to them. I hurried my steps wanting to reach them quickly to avoid a dramatic scene and at that moment, Eros looked towards my direction and I gave a small smile enjoying How relief took over his features, his tenseness vanishing and being replaced with tenderness as he immediately began to saunter towards me dragging Haris along. "Are you alright?" He placed his free hand on my shoulder
Demi's pov I murmured slightly at the light tap on my shoulders and went I felt the sparks, I opened my eyes slowly to see Eros near me trying to get me to wake. "Are we there yet?" I moved my hand rubbing my eyes with my fingers in circular motions to clear my drowsiness. "Yes, Bambi." He smiled, "Do you want to stay in the car for a while and rest?" I nodded immediately, glad that he asked and he stepped down after a quick "I will be back." while he was away I slept some more trying to regain my strength as I was exhausted. ____ By the time Eros was back, I was well rested and Haris was awake as well. He got the door for us, Haris jumped down excitedly and Eros put out his hand, I placed mine in his and he let me down from the car slowly. "Where is this place?" I asked looking around and marveling at the huge building before me. "Take a guess." I looked at the building to see beautiful carved-out letters attached to the top that read out the word
Demi's pov I eyed Eros shyly as he worked on his plate, my tongue tied, twisting in shame as I contemplated if to ask him for help or not knowing that we were in public and I didn't want to embarrass him. "Here you go, Bambi." He let out a sigh with a small smile gracing his lips and he picked up his dish switching it with mine, "Eat up." I looked down at the plate, a dainty grin forming on my face as I realized that all that cutting wasn't for his comfort but for mine, as he had cut the tender meat into tiny pieces as well as the broccolini. I swallowed lightly picking up my spoon, muttering a thank you before I began to eat slowly. "What's your favorite color?" He asked suddenly as we ate, "What do you like doing? Tell me about you." I dropped my spoon gently and cleared my throat not knowing what to tell him as I hated talking about myself and I didn't even know what my favorite colour was. The only thing I knew was that I loved Haris and I hated pain as I had been accustom
Anya's pov I wiped the sweat off my brow, dismissing the new warriors that had been training and my gaze trailed on them as they marched off the field in an orderly manner as I had instructed. I congratulated myself for a job well done. Eros would be so impressed when he sees their performances as well as the new strengths they had recognized within themselves that would prove to further strengthening the pack's army. Today had really been successful, I did well with the warriors as well as my plans in ruining the gifts that Eros had gotten for his bitch of a mate. I climbed up the steps gingerly, feeling as happy as I felt in the morning when I had received the news that all had gone well. The attendants accompanying the goods were injured and I made sure rumours were spread for people to talk about how this had never happened which would cast doubts and self blame in the heart of Demi when she hears. A maid had whispered about her crying which proved that my
Anya's pov I burned down her house only for Eros to move her in. I ruined the surprise for her only for him to take her on a date to the human world and now news about them was everywhere like she was his beloved. I couldn't even think of any more plans than killing her but if I did, I would be found out and Eros would kill me. I was planning on winning him over as well as his family so they would all be in support of him making me Luna and so I had to thread with caution as I had been doing always. My phone rang across the room and immediately went to get it as it was the special ringtone I had set specifically for when Eros calls me that rang out. "Hello E." I picked up immediately. "Anya." He responded, "You must have seen the tabloids, contact our public relations team, reputation management team as well our legal team. I want those posts taken down and wiped off immediately! In as much as it gladdens me to show off my Bambi, I would love to protect her for now as she isn't
Demi's pov I found myself in the field again, this time my white gown was a full-length with a sash tied around my waist and its sleeves having pretty bows at the end. A crown of flowers was placed on my head by beautiful birds waving their feathers gracefully. The wind blew gently and I wished to see my reflection. At that wish, my feet directed me to where I could hear running water and I followed the direction humming to myself and swinging my hands. I was happy. I had my full arms back and I swung them aggressively trying to get the feel of them again because I had a terrible dream where my hand was cut off. I reached the stream, its water sparkling bright against the rays of the glorious sun and I bent a bit at the bank, crouching over the grass and planting my hands on the ground. I peered into the stream to see my reflection and I was wowed by what I saw. Unlike in my dream, I had perfect unscarred, and unblemished skin. My fa
Demi's pov A familiar scent awakened my senses, a scent that had had me enthralled from the moment I first perceived it. A scent that has been so engraved in my world these past few days and now it was so near me like the person that bore that scent was directly laying by my side. I tried to move my hand but I couldn't as it was held down by another and I opened my eyes, a soft gasp leaving my lips as I beheld the sight before me. My face was almost buried directly in Eros's chest, which heaved slightly in a up and down motion as his soft snores filtered through my hearing. His arm was wrapped around me, drawing me close while his bicep cradled my head gently and I looked down to see that his other hand was what held mine down. His beautiful big manly hand closed over my frail scarred one, his fingers, lean and clean were interlocked with my ugly ones and I wanted to pull away immediately as the sight called to me telling me that my hand didn't belong with
Demi's pov We could only proceed for our activities of the day when Eros finally let go of me but not before making me promise that I will let him hold me later. We had breakfast after I cleaned up and helped Haris freshen up as well while my mate proceeded to prepare for his day. When he was ready he came to my room to pick Haris and I up and we both followed him to where he was headed. Even without him mentioning it, I knew he wanted to take me to where his attention was needed at the warrior academy and I knew most of the pack members would be there. My anxiety levels were skyrocketing when we had neared the place and all eyes were on us. I had walked quietly behind Eros with Haris by my side. No one dared say anything but I could see their malicious stares as their gaze traveled to me after greeting Eros. Some of them had their noses wrinkled and when our gazes met they immediately turned not hiding their looks of disgust. I didn't let it bother me a
Demi's pov In movies, there is a part where the character freezes while every other scene goes on behind while the character stares into space absorbing the shock of what had just happened. This was me at the moment. From the moment I found Haris like that, every other thing was like a blur. I could hardly make out my screams as I stared at his face noticing that his eyes had begun to roll back. There was more heaviness to him when I tried lifting him off the ground to the best of my abilities. I could hear my name, I didn't know if it was Bopha or Eros. I could hear the footsteps and Haris being pulled away from my arm with a voice barking out orders while I tried my best to follow them to see where my brother was being taken. And now, I stood aloof before the hospital door, paralyzed by shock, barely recognizing the presence of my mate behind me as the door was shut while Haris was still being wheeled into the emergency ward. "Bambi." Eros whispered crossing his arm over my
Leo's pov Our little Haris was awake but his recuperation was slow. That wasn't something that bothered me as all that mattered was that he was alive and well.He was responding well but slowly to treatment and he couldn't eat yet as his system had to be flushed first and then he was observed without food before being moved to liquids.The doctors had said the poison found in his system was very toxic and Haris was too weak to recount what it was he remembered.My dear friend and Luna, Demi was sad and crestfallen. She walked around like she had the world on her shoulders and I couldn't recall the last time I had noticed a smile on her face.I knew what was bothering her, Aside from the fact that her brother was sick, she was worried about her former mate showing up and I was worried as well.Demi had gone through a lot, her scars, the look haunting her eyes as well as all the stories she confided in me about were enough proof and I couldn't imagine her getting in th
Demi's pov In movies, there is a part where the character freezes while every other scene goes on behind while the character stares into space absorbing the shock of what had just happened.This was me at the moment.From the moment I found Haris like that, every other thing was like a blur.I could hardly make out my screams as I stared at his face noticing that his eyes had begun to roll back. There was more heaviness to him when I tried lifting him off the ground to the best of my abilities.I could hear my name, I didn't know if it was Bopha or Eros. I could hear the footsteps and Haris being pulled away from my arm with a voice barking out orders while I tried my best to follow them to see where my brother was being taken.And now, I stood aloof before the hospital door, paralyzed by shock, barely recognizing the presence of my mate behind me as the door was shut while Haris was still being wheeled into the emergency ward."Bambi." Eros whispered crossing his arm over my shoulde
Demi's pov Ever since I met Leo, I didn't completely feel out of place anymore. It was refreshing having a friend who is an omega just as I am. Our frequencies are the same and I relate more to him than any other person since coming here.Bopha and Eros are higher-ups, Eros even if he's mated to me, he's still a king and Bopha is a healer. Anytime I felt like opening up to them about myself, I'd feel bad and shut up.I knew that I would be judged especially if they knew what had been done to me and I would probably be thrown out.Harlyn had warned that our mate and friend would never think of us that way but I just couldn't help but think like that any time I felt the urge to tell them.But with Leo, it was different, I felt safe having someone just like me around and Eros didn't mind us hanging out so when Bopha was busy with her training and I was done with my sessions, I hung out with Leo in the garden and with Haris as well and Haris was very comfortable around him.I hung out w
Eros's pov"Good girl."Harlyn whimpered softly at the praise as Raphael nipped the side of her neck with his snout, licking at her fur to soothe her. She leaned in his touch making us both proud that our mate was relying on us and as she began to relax further, the aura she gave off seemed more peaceful than agitated as was the case when my Bambi first gave her control."Do you feel better?" He crossed over her running his tongue on her side, marking her with his scent as he still hadn't figured hers out but the ongoing treatment our mate had received for the past few weeks made things easier and my treatment was improving my state as well with smells, "Don't look away when I speak to you Harlyn." He nipped gently at her fur, "You are my equal, my queen." He ran his face up to her neck, pressing his against hers so their faces were close to each other, "You own me.""Thank you y-""It's Raphael." He corrected leaning away from her, "Ra-pha-el.""But-""No buts." He shook his head, "C
Demi's pov"Catch!"Metal flashed in light as the object being thrown at me went through the air, I projected my good hand to catch it while I tried to maintain balance due to my coursing adrenaline but instead, I fell to the ground softly with a thud, the object falling as well clanging against the floor, it was a dagger.""First lesson." The hand of my tutor was already outstretched to me, I placed mine on his and he held onto me, pulling me up, "Learn to catch.""How do I do that with one hand?" I sighed looking down at my arm sling, "It's impossible.""Bambi." He whispered, "Pick the dagger and throw it at me." He moved back, putting the distance between us."But E-""Throw it." He commanded.I picked it up, and obeyed by flinging it as far as I could before closing my eyes and waiting for a scream, "Open your eyes, Bambi." I did and looked in shock at the dagger in his hold, he had caught it mid-way by the blade with one hand."How did you do that?""Training, reflexes and I did
Demi's pov I couldn't remember falling asleep in Eros's arms, I had awoken to see his arms woven around me, his magnificent scent enveloping me and his eyelids shut signifying that he too was deep asleep. Soft snores were coming from him and I stayed still for a moment admiring his lovely, beautiful features wondering how on earth I was lucky to be mated to him. I watched him for a while, smiling at his sleeping form before slowly easing myself from his hold so I could slide away from his side and get down from the bed. I could feel my eyes swollen from all the crying, there was a light ache in the right part of my head and my throat was dry. I walked to Haris's room to check up on him. My brother was fast asleep and I patted his head for a while before going out and moving towards the sitting room. Ever since the bomb had been dropped on me, I hadn't had time to think clearly neither had Harlyn and I had enough time to think now but one thing I was certain of was that there
Demi's pov I must have passed out. One moment my breathing level was elevating more than normal, my chest felt constricted and I was pulled into darkness and the next, my eyes had snapped open catching the view of a worried Eros and Elara above me. They muttered words at me but I didn't hear as my mind went back to the news of me being a cursed red wolf. Harlyn should have been orange, pink, black even, anything but a cursed red wolf and now I believed I was on the verge of entering a worse version of my life than I had ever encountered. I had been hated for being a weak omega and now I was a strong red wolf, a mass weapon of destruction. "You should sit up." Eros moved behind me and his hands came to my back, "Easy." He whispered when he began to help me lift, "Elara, water please." She was gone as soon as he ordered and came back with a glass of clear liquid, my throat itched in anticipation at the sight, and I opened my mouth eagerly when Eros got the glass and brought it to
Demi's pov One moment I was sitting on the bed thinking about how to open up to Eros about my past, the next I was in wolf form with balls of fire coming from Harlyn's paws setting the mattress and its covers ablaze. My wolf's screams came out in low whines while she struggled with so much difficulty to move from the spot, she had laid there limp with glossy eyes as the fire increased. Eros had come in the nick of time, leaping through the fire and grabbing Harlyn, taking her to the ground, grabbing a fire extinguisher, and calming the flames on the mattress soon he was done but the damage was much and by the time he turned around, Harlyn had disappeared shifting me back to my human form leaving me in sweaty nakedness and with hot palms. While I tried to shield myself from my mate's gaze, he grabbed a blanket, throwing it around me and I nestled in his arms as he picked me up and made my way for the bathroom, he unrolled me from the blanket and dumped me into the full bath with wa