Kira ended up settling for a light, olive-green dress with nice tie-up shoulder straps and a soft flowy skirt. Her dress was textured with tiny dots, adding to its beauty and paired with white sneakers, letting her hair flow freely.Kira came downstairs, glancing around the living room, but could not find Bryan."Bryan?" She called out softly, her brow furrowed, confused. "Bryan? Where are you?"A moment later, Bryan came out from the kitchen, a smile on his face as he saw her looking so beautiful, waiting for him."Beautiful as always," he complimented, giving her a kiss on her cheek as he held a large black bag over his shoulder."Thank you," Kira blushed, her heart skipping a beat. "You look handsome as always, too, very hot." "Thank you my love," Bryan said, giving her another kiss on her cheek. "Now, please turn around and close your eyes," he instructed."Okayy?" Kira chuckled and complied, her heart fluttering with excitement as she heard him search through the bag. Then she f
After they finished their meal, Bryan reached over and grabbed a soft blanket from the bag, wrapping it around both of them."This is really nice," Kira murmured and snuggled into his chest, resting her head against his shoulder as they watched how the river moved silently. Bryan smiled to himself and held her closer, caressing her hair, "It's perfect, especially with you here," he said to her.They sat in comfortable silence for a little while, just enjoying the tranquility of the night and their company."You know, I always dreamed of a place like this," Kira said softly, breaking the silence as she snuggled closer. "A quiet, beautiful spot where I could just… escape for a while.""This could be that spot for you. It's also my spot, but I don't mind sharing it with you," He told her, still rubbing her hair softly.Kira nodded and closed her eyes, feeling very relaxed. "Can I see them?" She asked after some minutes."Who?" Bryan asked, not sure of what she was talking about."My par
Their date night had finally come to an end after a cool swim, and now Bryan and Kira were heading back home.They arranged and packed up their stuff before leaving and when they got back to the room, they noticed that Aiden was back and everyone had already had dinner. Well, that was not a problem as they had already eaten too."So lovebirds, how was your little date?" Aiden asked them immediately as they walked into the room."It was fantastic, I absolutely loved it," Kira said, smiling widely, answering for both herself and Bryan."More than mine?" Aiden inquired teasingly."Stop it, I loved both. I like that my first dates were unique, different, sweet and all. Don't even think about comparing, even you too Bryan," Kira warned them, not wanting that vibe."I know, I know, just pulling your little legs, nothing more," Aiden laughed and got on his bed, laying on his end."My legs are not little," she shook her head at Aiden, "And I will freshen up and get ready for the night," Kira
The werewolf curse, a legacy of the origin of werewolves, was what defined their existence. To trigger this curse, one would have to have killed someone. It does not matter whether it was a mistake or not, when once one has killed someone, your curse is automatically activated or rather triggered.Not everyone in Packs have triggered their curse yet, like kids, teenagers, and so on, but it will happen because it was meant to happen, no matter how long it takes or how long one tries to avoid it. And for those who have not triggered their curse yet, they don't transform on the full moon until their curse is triggered. So until then, they remain unaffected.But one can feel when their inner wolf is with them, especially when they have turned eighteen and they can also smell their mate. The werewolf curse is sure as hell tricky and can be confusing at times.Many werewolves decide to trigger their curse on their own, intentionally, no mistakes, so they can train and be able to learn contr
Walking into the room, Bryan and Aiden saw that Kira was still awake. She just laid down on the bed, the light on while reading a book and eating some snacks."You never change, do you? So stubborn," Bryan chuckled and shook his head, making her smile as she continued to read her book."Just want to finish this chapter, then I will attend to you both," she informed them, her eyes still fixed on her book, as if she had not been the one waiting for them."Isn't that interesting," Aiden chuckled as he and Bryan cleaned up and got into something comfortable for the night, joining her in bed.They gave her time to finish her chapter and in some minutes she was done. She marked the chapter, closed her book and put it down on the drawer, giving them all her attention."So how did it go? Is everything okay?" She asked them, wanting to know what had happened."Yes, everything is fine now, but we know you will still want to know what happened, so this is what happened."They started explaining
Kira's face lit up as she felt soft kisses on her cheeks. She blushed, her eyes still closed knowing that it was Bryan and Aiden who were using kisses to wake her up."Good morning," she murmured, her eyes finally fluttering open and her voice still raspy with sleep."Morning baby. You have got training this morning, so no more snoozing," Aiden whispered, his hand gently brushing her hair. "You can't learn how to fight while lying in bed, and you personally told us to wake you up on time," Bryan added, watching her stir more awake."Alright, alright. I'm getting up," she said, stretching her arms over her head, yawning softly. "But you both were the ones who kept me up all night, can't even have mercy on me." Kira said to them with a teasing smile as she got up, headed to the bathroom first to brush and wash her face.Bryan and Aiden watched her quietly, admiring her as she came out and moved to the wardrobe. Kira could feel their gazes on her as she picked out her training clothes.
Bryan's jaw clenched, but his eyes stayed cold and unflinching."Funny," Bryan replied, his voice smooth, almost amused. "We could say the same about you."The five vampires exchanged glances, smirking as if they found the situation entertaining. The one who had spoken first stepped forward. "We didn't come here to fight," he said, though there was this burning hunger in his eyes. "Just thought we had to give you a little warning."Aiden's lip curled slightly in a half-smile. "A warning?" he repeated, almost mocking as he raised his brow at them. "Is that supposed to scare us?"One of the vampires shifted forward, wanting to strike. But the leader of the group, the one who had spoken first, raised a hand, stopping him. "We just came to remind you that not everyone in this town respects your territory."Bryan leaned back in his seat, still relaxed, his eyes not leaving the vampire's face. "If you want to avoid trouble, I suggest you finish your drinks and leave," he said to them. "Othe
The leader didn't respond, though his eyes moved to his injured comrades before he forced a step back."Just a message. We didn't come for a full fight." The leader said.Aiden took a step forward and kissed his teeth out of annoyance. "Message received. Now get out.""We will see each other again," the leader hissed at them. "This isn't over."After he was done, he told his other standing comrades to help the injured ones, and they left in the blink of an eye."The Vampires are planning something," Aiden stated. "I am not certain how we should follow up with this warning of theirs.""Let's just head back to the Pack, we can discuss more about this tomorrow," Aiden suggested after thinking it through, and the rest agreed, taking their bloody selves back home.Kira stood beside the bed, her back to the door when Bryan and Aiden walked in. She was focused on the stack of documents in her hands, taking it very seriously. She flipped through the pages, deep in thought, as she spoke over h
Clenching her fists, Kira tried again, and again, and again, and each time, she failed to lift the bottle or even make it shake, and that failure was beginning to get frustrating."Can we just do something else today?" She asked Lythari, feeling the frustration slowly bubbling under her skin. "I need some kind of stress reliever right now, like combat. This. This is stressing me out a lot.""I don't see how that is any of my problem," Lythari stated, her voice in no mood for a debate. "Again.""Lythari," Kira called out. "I need some time before this.""Again," Lythari ordered, ignoring whatever Kira was saying. "All you have to do is lift the bottle. You say you are strong. You said you would lift it, and yet you cannot. Was it just an illusion?""It is not about that," Kira defended, her fists clenching as she tried to keep it together. "I just don't feel it, okay? I don't feel any power in me whatsoever.""Weak," Lythari scoffed as she stared at Kira so intently. "You. Are. Weak."
The days passed quietly, and Kira spent most of her time indoors.Sometimes, she would step out only for some fresh air or short walks as Lythari had recommended, and occasionally, Lythari would also visit and take it upon herself to show her around the elven lands. But despite all that, there were times when Kira would want to be alone, as the solitude somehow helped her.By the end of the week, Kira's mind felt clearer, and she felt stronger both emotionally and mentally. It was like now she could finally control herself.On the morning of the new week, a knock came at her door, and when she went to answer it, she saw that it was Eldrin, holding a few neatly folded garments."Lady Kira," Eldrin greeted with a respectful nod and stepped inside when Kira asked him too."Good thing you are here," Kira said while she watched him set the clothes down on the couch. "Lythari had offered me some of her clothes, and sincerely I loved it, but I also could not wait to have mine before I use u
Understanding Kira, Lythari let out a soft breath and nodded. "I understand." Then, after a pause, she gave her an answer. "You are a hybrid. Half wolf, half witch. You are also the first of your kind. Baba Razz knew this, and that is why he sent you to us—to help you find yourself.""But my parents… they were both werewolves," Kira said, searching her mind for any clue, anything she may have missed. "As far as I can remember, they showed none of that witch trait.""Are you sure about that, though?" Lythari asked carefully, understanding that it was a lot for Kira. "Baba Razz said you are the first of your kind. Which would mean no one else, even before you had been like this. It is also possible that somewhere in your lineage, someone had witch blood in them or was a witch.""Then, how am I the first? Someone should have been a hybrid before me," Kira said, taking a deep breath as she could feel the exhaustion creeping in more in her mind and every part of her body."Let me explain,"
The hand was raised as if whoever it belonged to was about to knock when Kira pulled the door open, and it nearly seemed like the knock would have landed on Kira's forehead if the person hadn't halted."Lythari?""Yes," Lythari responded, lowering her hand. "I was just about to knock.""Figured," Kira muttered and stepped outside, closing the door as Lythari moved aside to give her space. "So, what brings you here? I didn't think you would be coming to see me again today.""I forgot to tell you that part, and good thing you weren't asleep. I was hoping you wouldn't be," Lythari said while looking at her. "I need to introduce you to the Aethereian sisters.""Tonight? Like… right now?" Kira asked, not expecting any of that to happen so soon."Yes, right now," Lythari confirmed. "And before you start worrying about how you look, you are fine the way you are. Carry yourself properly, and even the dress will shape itself into your aura, or, is the better word, bend to your aura? Either way
Closing the door after the man she was expecting had come in, Kira turned to face him, an apologetic smile on her face for keeping him waiting."I apologize for keeping you out there for so long," she said, smiling softly as she also took in his look and realized that he also had those youthful features, yet still had the look of someone elderly, even the feeling."No, no, that's quite alright," the man shook his head, smiling back at her gently. "My name is Eldrin, and I am at your service," he said, his voice smooth and reassuring."I am glad," Kira muttered and then introduced herself. "My name is Kira, and it is an honor to have my clothes made by you.""That is very kind of you, Kira," Eldrin said, his expression softening and his smile growing wider as he was touched by her words. "So, shall we begin?""Of course," Kira nodded, and then found a position for them in the living room. "This is alright, right?""It is," Eldrin confirmed and set down his leather bag, unfastening its
Kira turned her head toward the bathroom door, wondering who could be knocking."Who could that be?" She thought and sniffed, quickly wiping her eyes with wet hands. "I am not expecting anyon- oh, the tailor."Then the knock came again, more insistent this time."I'm coming!" she called out, her voice slightly hoarse from the emotions she had just been lost in. "I didn't think he would be here so fast," Kira muttered to herself. "Or is it…me?""How long have I been in here?" She asked herself as she realized the water was already cold.Hurriedly, she reached for the soap and washed herself."Just a minute, please!" she added, splashing water over her face and rinsing her body, before standing up. "I'll be right there."With rushed movements, Kira stepped out of the tub, grabbed a towel, dried her body, and wrapped it around herself.She had gotten her hair wet but didn't mind it as she padded to the bedroom, and started getting dressed. The undergarment was not too fitted. It was in
Kira, shocked, stood frozen, her eyes locked on Lythari in disbelief. She watched as Lythari raised the key of the house in the air, holding it out to her, and that was when she realized it wasn't a joke… "But was it?" Kira asked herself inwardly, as she couldn't quite process it."Belongs to me?" She asked Lythari, feeling confused, or like she was missing something. "I don't understand," she muttered and glanced at the key, then back at Lythari. "I thought this was probably your house or a new house you wanted to move into, and you needed someone to tell you if it was good enough. I—""You thought wrong," Lythari interrupted her, and let out a soft chuckle, shaking her head. "You are an interesting one. This house belongs to you now, Kira. It is your new home.""But—" Kira muttered, still struggling to believe it. The truth was, she had actually fallen in love with the house, and now it's actually hers?"Take the key, Kira," Lythari said, holding out the key, her eyebrow raised a
After Queen Elyria had officially welcomed Kira, Kira bowed respectfully and thanked her."You are both dismissed," Queen Elyria said afterward, and on hearing that, Kira and Lythari exited the throne room and left the castle.Now as they stood outside the castle, Kira took a deep breath and looked around once again as she was beginning to feel more at ease."Kira?" She heard Lythari call, bringing her out of her quiet moment with her thoughts."Yes?" She answered."There is a place I would like to show you," Lythari said and then turned to her, her expression unreadable yet inviting. "I want to know what you think of this place.""Okay," Kira agreed with no hesitation. "Sure."Glad about Kira's response, Lythari started walking ahead, and Kira followed right behind her, her eyes wandering over the landscape as she followed Lythari.The next path they took was surrounded by tall trees, and the deeper they walked, the more beautiful trees Kira saw. And as they walked some more, she saw
As soon as the guards opened the immense double doors, Kira and Lythari stepped inside and afterward, the doors closed behind them with a slow, resonant boom.Instinctively, Kira turned to glance back, exhaling softly before she then turned forward again, following Lythari deeper into the castle.The inside of the castle was just as breathtaking as its exterior. The halls were stretched high and vast, with towering golden arches that curved so beautifully and elegantly towards the ceiling. It was expected for the inside to be just as magical as everywhere she had seen, especially with the soft golden light that now filtered in through a massive stained-glass window, casting patterns onto the polished marble floors.The interior design was magnificent. It wasn't too much or too little; it was just the right amount of perfect. As they walked, Kira could not help but admire the beauty around her. Every step they took showed her how grand and ancient the place was, but despite this awe