Nyx's POV I had just had another crazy ride of my life on the Rockefeller skating rink. Clyde is a pro for sure and he never let go of my hands throughout our time on the ice. "I can't afford to have you get hurt, you are too important to your pack and to me as well" Clyde had said with burning cheeks while on the rink. It was such an exciting experience, I even opted to stay longer but was denied as time was moving too fast. We can't risk letting anyone in school know about our absence especially Miss Pendleton and the guardian and so we had to return to Salvador before curfew. Clyde signaled all of us to go into the nearest bathroom and we complied, making sure to enter without dragging attention to ourselves. Clyde and I were the first to go in followed by Narin and Gus. I noticed Clyde's face, he seemed disturbed by something but I didn't ask about it, I just left him to his thoughts with the hope that he will open up soon. Hawar and Bonnie entered next, giggling and talk
Nyx's POV "Well is that not the Nyx Uren and her delinquents of friends," Someone said from behind and we froze on our steps. My breath hitched and goosebumps covered my whole skin, we've been caught, again. From the corner of my eyes, I could make out a silhouette figure approaching us from the dark wood. I turned just in time to see that the one who had caught us was no one but Otis. I released the breath I didn't know I was holding, and so did the other members of the Rebels. "Thought it was someone important" Cindy muttered in a bratty tune. "We are safe guys, it's just the night watchers" Elrond hummed, "I'll be on my way now" he added and tried to leave only to be stopped by one of Otis's pack members who was right behind him. "You don't think you could walk away from the Elites pack that easily, do you?" Dylan let out a dangerous smirk while staring down at Elrond like he was an ant. "Where are you lawbreakers coming from?" Otis demanded, staring right at Clyde whose ha
Nyx's POV Clyde walked towards Otis's scary wolf courageously, his tattoos glowing under the moonlight. I and the other members of the Rebels watched him go, feeling utterly helpless. Clyde was hotheaded, once he takes up a challenge or makes a decision, he would never change it so easily and so trying to stop him from fighting Otis was like pulling a parched bull away from taking water to quench its taste. I closed my eyes and swallowed heavily while taking my face away. With the kind of strength the two of them possess, I can bet this fight would be bloody. "What is going on here?" Someone asked from behind, interrupting the two guys before the fight got more intense. Clyde had already given three powerful blows to Otis, he was about to dish out another punch before the authoritative voice of whomever that was behind stopped him midway. I released a deep breath and opened my eyes only to take in the frightful look on the faces of the students. My eyes followed their gaze to
Nyx's POV "Sylvia" Aunt Gacia replied and pulled out a cloak from the wall, revealing a magnificent clear mirror. "Wow," I felt my jaw drop to the floor as my eyes stuck to my reflection which was staring back at me through the mirror. Then it hit me, "My mom wants to talk? When did she start caring about my welfare?" I asked with an eye roll while folding my hands under my breast. "Stop Nyx, you are only misunderstanding this whole arrangement. Trust me Niece, this whole act, all of this is just for your own good and nothing more" Aunt Gacia's said in a pleading tune. I only scoffed and turned my face away from her "What more is there to understand Aunt Garcia? I don't need a reminder that I am a fragile being who has not transformed even when she is already past the age. Sylvia is clearly disappointed in me Aunt Garcia, I can't bear to see the look on her face or the disdain in her tune if I eventually talk to her" "Nyx, you need to understand that Sylvia is still your moth
Nyx's POV I heard some mumbling and then shuffling and strained my ears while asleep. Suddenly the sounds died down and the room returned to its silent state. I snuggled into my pillow intending to fall asleep again when the mumbling sound came again. My eyes fluttered open, slowly taking in my environment. Narin sat crosslegged on her bed with two sticks of incense smoldering at the end that was lit and releasing fragrant smoke into the atmosphere. The stick burns slowly, and as it does, the smoke travels up the length of the stick, creating beautiful patterns and swirls in the air. The scent of the incense filled the room, creating a calming and relaxing atmosphere. A small portrait lay in between the burning sticks and I needed not to be reminded whose picture it is. I watched Narin as she mumbled words of prayers while twirling a beady bracelet in her hands for some time before climbing down from my bed quietly. My body ached from the sleeping position I lay in, so I walk
Nyx's POV I felt my cheeks flare up in embarrassment and was about to turn to her only to bump into someone and spilling almost all my food on them. "Freak! Watch it will you!" I stared at Penelope who was standing in front of me with a terribly soiled uniform, yes you got that right, she was the one I bumped into. "Oh dear, sorry I misplaced you for a trash can but come to think of it, you actually look it" I mocked watching as Penelope's face turned red with anger. "One piece of advice Pen" I whispered and went closer to her ear, "You are not pretty so stop acting like you are, it's blinding" I gave her a thumbs up. "I wish you have a nice day today witch" I muttered, giving her a smug smile. "How dare you!" Penelope grabbed me in anger and almost hit me when Cindy came rushing in a flash of speed in her direction and slamming her to the wall while holding onto her neck. "I wouldn't try that next time if I were you" Cindy's voice was low and threatening. She bored holes insi
Nyx's POV I felt like a bucket of ice had been dumped on my body when Narek left after his warning which sounded much more creepy than it really is. Sensing that I was running late to Mrs. McMillan's class, I dragged my feet to the venue and tried my best to concentrate on her teaching. I tried to forget about Narek's words but the more I tried, the more I was filled with dread about what the reality is. Liz could be evil but what baffles me is why I am her prey, what does she want from me? The bell for recess went after my last class and I hurried down to the cafeteria to meet with Narin and if possible, the other members of the Rebels to discuss this with them. I was relieved to see Cindy sitting at the same table with Narin and made a beeline straight to their sitting position forfeiting my earlier plans of getting something to eat first. "Good thing you're here Nyx" Narin smiled when I joined them. " Yea" I return the smile and turned to Cindy, "I'm happy that you are here
Nyx's POV I picked up my phone and stared at the message with furrowed brows. Narin had written that she had a project to do in school and would not be coming back until late in the evening. "At least she would make it before curfew. There is no cause for alarm, Narin can always take care of herself " I told myself and proceeded to prepare for my training with Narek. After putting on a loose-fitting tracksuit I deemed perfect for easy movement during my training, I made my way to the ancient temple while practicing some of the moves Narek thought me from our last session together. Narek was engaged in a serious conversation with someone inside the temple and the moment I pushed the huge entrance door open, they both turned to me. "I... I'm sorry. I didn't mean to interrupt" I apologized with a nervous smile, looking over at Narek's guests whose face was covered with a veil. "Welcome Nyx. Go over to the back and start practicing. I will join you soon" Narek ordered and I nodded