ALLISON.I felt my pulse quicken. “If you knew who I was… why’d you let me get close? Why let me…?” I trailed off, too flustered to finish the sentence. I gave this man a freaking lap dance because I thought I was doing a good job as a spy! I thought I was distracting him but it turned out he was having his own damn show!A ghost of a smirk played on his lips. “Because I wanted to feel you again. I’ve been craving your touch since the Howling Night. I hated it but I also desperately crave for it.”I swallowed hard. My cheeks flushed red in embarrassment.“I brought you here because I knew I’d never forgive myself if I something bad happen to you that night. I knew I’d never be able to sleep again if I couldn’t save you. But when you woke up, the first thing you did was to demand to get out of here.” His voice grew hard, his jaw clenched. “To what? Just to meet with the very same bastard who put you in danger in the first place! How can you easily brushed me off while you desperately l
ALLISON.“Are you all packed?” River asked me the next day. We’re set to go back to Missouri today so he came dropped by the Green residence to pick me up.Miraculously, Mason didn’t try to kill him this time. I guess our little talk yesterday helped him calm down a bit. Life was peaceful when I didn’t have three Alphas who were actively trying to rip each other’s throats.“I don’t really have anything to pack. The only thing I came here with was a silver bullet buried in my body,” I said which was true. Mason provided me some clothes that I wore for the past days that I stayed here but they weren’t originally mine. Melissa said that they were new clothes that Mason’s personal shopper bought for me but I couldn’t bring myself to claim that it was mine.“In that case, let’s get a move on before that viper decides to bomb my jet,” River said and I nodded my head. We walked to the great expanse of the golden-plated hallways leading to the main foyer.River offered that we use his private
ALLISON.River cocked a brow and offered me a plate of cheese cuts and salami.“Don’t mind if I do,” I muttered, reaching for a slice of salami.Delicious.River watched me intently as I ate, his smirk softening into something almost… tender. “You’re making that look delicious,” he murmured, a teasing glint in his eye.I felt myself blushing as I fumbled for another piece. “It’s just salami, River,” I mumbled, suddenly self-conscious under his gaze.Hudson’s eyes sparkled with amusement. “I’ll be honest,” he said, leaning back with a smirk. “I’m shocked you managed to convince our Alpha here to get involved. He’s usually pretty reclusive, you know. If I’d known he could breathe outside Chicago, I’d have bet money against it.”What’s the use of his private jet if he didn’t really travel much out of Chicago, anyway?Hudson was looking at me like I was an amusing sight. “I knew you were something when I first met you at the club looking for the Warlock Alpha. But I guess you’re even more
ALLISON.Shit. This wasn’t how I expected my return trip to Missouri to be like. I instinctively clutched my stomach. Normally, I would be down for a fight. But it’s different now. I’m pregnant and I need to prioritize my baby’s safety above all.“This is why I like to stay in Chicago,” River muttered under his breath. He sounded both bored and utterly disappointed.Two of the rogues began to pound on the limo’s window which made me jolt. The look on their faces told me that they weren’t joking earlier. They were really going to drag us out of this car if we didn’t get out soon.The tension in the limousine was suffocating. My hands were clenched so tightly on my lap that my nails dug into my palms. Damn it. The rogues circled us like vultures, their growling motorcycles revving ominously as if to intimidate us. Honestly, they looked more like a biker gang than actual rogue werewolves. Maybe, it was their twisted way of blending into human society. Not that it made them look less thre
ALLISON.Hudson tossed the machete back into the car and grabbed my arm firmly. “My Alpha can handle them. Marcus and Ethan could take on the rest. Oh, and we also have good ol’ Victor here. He’s not only a decent driver, he fights good too. Now, you and me need to get out of here. You’re not safe here. Now move.”Hudson nodded at the two other werewolves, Ethan and Marcus, that were with us in the car and the ghoul driver, Victor. They were also fighting off the other rogues, trying to create a way for Hudson and me to escape.The limo was useless with its blown tire, so Hudson’s eyes landed on one of the rogues’ motorcycles. He ran to it, pulling a rogue off and pounding his fist to his face, knocking him down. What a brute! Hudson cocked an eyebrow at the unconscious rogue on the ground before stole his bike, swinging a leg over the seat like it was meant to be his.“Hop on!”“What? I don’t know how to ride that thing!” I stammered.“Good thing you don’t have to. Yet. Now, come her
ALLISON.“About damn time!” Hudson yelled, a grin flashing briefly across his face.My relief was short-lived. One of the remaining bikers pulled out a gun, the barrel glinting silver under the pale light.“Hudson, he’s got a gun!” I screamed.“Yeah, you really should stop stating the obvious, boss!” His jaw tightened.The rogue aimed the gun at me and my hands trembled. Scenes of what happened back in Mason’s club flashed in my mind. My body hasn’t fully recovered from that and I didn’t know if I could handle another bullet today.The rogue rested his forefinger on the trigger but before he could pull it, a shadow dropped from the trees above. It was so swift, almost like a monkey swinging from branch to branch. My eyes widened in shock when I realized what it was; a body that was slightly bent down, sunken rounded eyes, fingers stretching into long sharp talons, razor-like teeth, and skin that wrapped around the bones like molten rubber—it’s a ghoul.Is that Victor? Hearing Hudson’s
ALLISON.I have never felt so scared and determined at the same time. I wanted to get out of there. To drive away but not because I was scared for myself but because I was terrified of what would happen to River and his men.I have to get to our pack as fast I could. Because only then could I ask for reinforcement. River needed a backup and I'll make sure to give them that even if I had to beg my packmates for help."Come on..." I muttered as my tired hand gripper around the handlebars. The motorcycle wobbled beneath me, my hands clammy with sweat. I wasn't joking when I said that I hadn't ridden one before. I'm shocked that I could even manage to kick this thing to life when I've been driving it with nothing but pure instinct.The engine roared as the uneven sway made my stomach flip. My foot nearly scraped the asphalt as I struggled to keep my balance."Damn it!" I cursed under my breath, steadying the bike. "Be a good girl, you metal beast."I almost begged the bike to steady itsel
ALLISON."Feisty little thing, aren’t you?" he sneered, his voice muffled through his mask."B-Bastard!""You still got some spunk left on you, little wolf?" he taunted.His expression was covered by a mask but I could feel that he was mocking me behind that metal face.Anger surged within me. I spat at him, the saliva splattering on the glossy surface of his mask. His bloodshot eyes behind the slits narrowed in rage."What a stubborn brat," he growled, grabbing a fistful of my hair and yanking my head back. I winced but refused to cry out. "I’d kill you right here if I could."The voice sent a shiver down my spine. It was familiar, hauntingly so. But I couldn’t place it. Strange. It felt like I had heard that voice before...Before I could think on it, a pained shout drew my attention."Let go of me, you skanks!" Quinn's weakened voice echoed in the chaotic hell we were in.Her frail body was being dragged by two of the hooded attackers, her once vibrant eyes looked hollow and sunken
ALLISON.“Yes,” I answered breathily.Wesley didn’t waste any more time and pushed his cock inside my mouth. I whimpered around his girth as Daniel’s pace grew faster. The bed shook as he pounded on pussy. He pulled his member out until only the tip remained before plunging it back inside, balls deep.“Uhhmm!” I moaned deliriously as Wesley did the same with my mouth. He grabbed my hair while slid his cock in and out of my lips, using my mouth as his own pleasure toy. I loved it so much, how they used my body to feel good and at the same time, making sure that I would get the best pleasure of my life.Daniel growled as his tempo grew faster, his thumb rubbing on my clit while pistoning his member into my folds in frantic thrusts. On my side, River was still using my hand to jack himself off, making me lose my mind.My body tingled with unbearable pleasure. I screamed around Wesley’s cock as I felt another mind-blowing orgasm ripping all over my body. I tensed, my toes curling as I cam
ALLISON.By the time we returned home, I was tired. I barely had time to process everything before Emily greeted us at the door.“Amaris is already asleep. She spent the entire evening doing a SpongeBob marathon,” she informed me with a small smile.Wesley clapped his hand.“I knew she’d grow up loving cartoons. I should’ve bought her that SpongeBob onesie when I had the chance,” he said.“You still haven’t let that go?” River shook his head.I smiled at their banter before turning to Emily. “Thanks for watching her. I owe you one.”She waved a hand.“Nah, just make sure to invite me over for dinner next time.” She winked and made her way out, leaving me alone with my five men.Moments later, I found myself submerged in warm, soapy water. Daniel worked shampoo into my hair, his fingers massaging my scalp, while Wesley soaped my right leg gently.“You did great today,” Wesley said.I smiled, leaning into the sensation of River gently scrubbing my back.“I didn’t do much. I just accepte
ALLISON.Later, we went back to our old house to eat some lunch. Liam stood by the stove, his sleeves rolled up while he was cooking. Meanwhile, Amaris was sitting on the kitchen stool while playing with her doll. She swung her legs while watching Liam stir some vegetables.“Daddy Li, I want waffles!” she announced.Liam paused, his green eyes widening slightly as he turned to face her.“You want waffles for lunch?” He glanced at me, silently asking if this was okay.I leaned down and kissed Amaris on the cheek before ruffling her soft curls.“Why don’t you try eating some veggies for a change, Ami?” I asked.She scrunched up her nose and stuck her tongue out. “Yuck!”Liam snickered, clearly amused. “Alright, alright. I’ll make you some waffles.” Then, he turned to me with a smirk and winked. “I’ll just add some fruits to make it… uh, healthy?”I sighed, pressing a hand to my face.“She totally takes after me,” I sighed.Daniel chuckled from across the kitchen, nodding as he looked at
ALLISON.Somehow, I was reminded again of the question our father asked us in that fateful day at the river…“What are you willing to do for the person you love?”As I stared at the stones and wooden cross that marked his grave, I found myself smiling because after everything, after the battles, the sacrifices, the loss, and the victories… I knew my answer had remained the same.“I did everything I could for love, Dad,” I whispered, gently laying down a bouquet of yellow tulips, his favorite.Beside me, Sullivan knelt and did the same, only his bouquet was of amaryllis flowers which was our mom’s favorite. He stayed silent for a moment, his fingers brushing against the wood of the cross, before he exhaled deeply.It has been two years since the war ended. The bloody battle that tore through the Outworld, leaving scars on both the land and the people. It took time, so much time to rebuild everything that has been broken. Many people died, but a lot of them survived. Still, it didn’t me
ALLISON.“Allison, stop!”Somewhere, I could hear distant voices, calling me. But the rage I was feeling inside was louder than anything I have ever heard before. So, I didn’t stop. My flames grew hotter as my anger.“Allison!”Then, suddenly, I felt an arm around me, wrapping me, pulling me. At first, it wasn’t enough to stop me. But another pair of arms latched around me, forcing to stop. There were too many of them, strong big arms that wrapped in a tight embrace. I shrieked. I struggled, clawed, lashed out. But they didn’t let go. They held on, even as my fire burned them.Then I heard their voices growing louder and louder…“It’s okay, Allison. We’re here.” Daniel.“Come back to us.” Liam.“You did it, baby. It’s over.” River.“You’re safe now.” Mason.“We love you, Allison. Please.” Wesley.Their names rang in my mind as they continued to whisper soft words in my ear.“Allison…”The word sliced through my rage like a silver bullet. I gasped as reality crashed back into me. The f
ALLISON.Quinn was already there, clutching Sullivan’s twitching form, tears streaming down her face. Celestine ignored me. She took a slow step forward, tilting her head as if considering something.“He is at my mercy now. And I can make this agony last for as long as I want.” Her lips curled into a ruthless grin.She lifted her hand and curled her fingers into a fist, tugging to some invisible strings in the air. Sullivan screamed. His body arched, his hands clutching at his chest as if something were ripping him apart from the inside. It broke me to see him like this.Quinn sobbed, tightening her hold on him. “Stop it! Please, stop!”But Celestine wasn’t done. She turned her piercing gaze to me.“Come with me, Allison. Do that, and I will end his suffering.” Her voice was almost gentle now, coaxing.I shook my head, my entire body trembling. I wanted to believe her. I wanted to believe that I could save him. For the past few days, that was what I have been clinging to. I thought I
ALLISON.Quinn lunged, his massive paws slamming into Sullivan’s chest, forcing him to the ground. The impact shook the earth, but Sullivan barely reacted. He was stunned for a moment as he stared at his mate’s eyes.Quinn snarled, fangs bared, but I could feel the sorrow beneath his aggression. He didn’t want to fight Sullivan—his mate—but he had no choice.Sullivan let out a guttural growl and shoved Quinn off him with brute force. The sheer power of it sent Quinn skidding across the dirt, his claws digging into the earth to stop himself. But before he could recover, Sullivan was already back on his feet, his blazing eyes locking onto me.Then he charged.Faster than I’d ever seen him move before.But this time, he wasn’t alone.A blur of silver, black, and gold streaked across my vision as Mason, Liam, River, and Wesley—still in their wolf forms—slammed into Sullivan. Their combined force sent him crashing into a tree, the impact splintering the trunk with a deafening crack.The ba
ALLISON.A choked gasp left my lips, and I clamped my hand over my mouth. I couldn’t believe what I was seeing. Four dozen bodies lay strewn across the ground, their forms twisted in agony. Their skin was scorched, blackened as if burned from the inside out. My breath caught in my throat. There was only one person who could have done this.I swallowed hard, dreading what I would see when I looked up. And then, I saw him.Sullivan. My brother.He sat in the middle of the carnage, legs crossed as if waiting for us. His shoulders were hunched, his head bowed. But he wasn’t alone. Standing beside him, smiling wickedly, was Celestine.“You finally made it here. I almost got bored waiting for you,” Celestine said in her usual sickly-sweet voice.“What have you done?!” I growled in fury.“Ask your brother. He was the one who did the dirty work,” Celestine shot back.Sullivan’s face darkened. His expression was a mixture of anger, grief, and guilt. He looked as if he still couldn’t comprehend
ALLISON.Then Mason’s wolf form crashed into him, teeth sinking into the vampire’s throat. Blood sprayed as he tossed the limp body aside and ran faster.“Mason!” I was relieved that he took care of that last minute.Just when I thought that we could finally escape, Valentina’s figure emerged from one of the trees.“You didn’t really thought you could get away, right?” she mocked.Fuck!She ran alongside us, eyes gleaming in the dark. Mason tried to attack her but she just snappily avoided every attack as she kept up our pace. Her crimson eyes drifted to me.“You’re making a mistake by running away, Allison. You shouldn’t escape your destiny,” she said while running to my right side to avert Mason’s attack. Daniel ran to the opposite direction to keep our distance from her.“Fuck off!” I yelled at her, clutching the wooden stake in my hand.“You don’t realize what you are, Allison,” she muttered again.I tightened my grip on Amaris. “And what’s that?”“The key to absolute immortality!