A constant noise roused me from deep, untroubled slumber. I had no idea at what point I became of it, but when my eyes fluttered, I was greeted by a bright, blinding light. After the briefest second, the noise ceased.Sitting straight on the headboard, I rubbed my eyes and scanned every corner of the room, but I failed to see any trace of Alpha Ace. Perhaps he was preparing breakfast for me since this was my last day. Not literally. But I have a grave mission with Israel that must be fulfilled as soon as possible before danger escalates further. Fortunately, I was able to convince my family and Alpha's family regarding this matter. I struggled at first, trying to explain the circumstances they may find impossible to understand. Still, eventually, they gave in and agreed that I'd be gone with Israel to come with Mojerio in his realm. Well, I cannot blame them. No parents want their children to take unnecessary risks, especially when facing death, and I don't blame them. They may not u
Israel quickly pulled my hands. He went before me, shielding me with his body."Stay back," he ordered.The one in the center, whom I assumed was the leader, stepped forward first while the four stood still behind him."Don't hide. Gwen," he said. "Come on out."I didn't listen to him since I wasn't sure if they were friends or foes, and I couldn't risk not listening to them when I couldn't see who would attack me first. If they wanted to kill me, I might as well evade him."Who are you?" Israel queried, facing the man with bravery."I'm talking to her.""And how did you know her?"The man didn't listen to Israel as if his words did not affect him. Instead, he addressed me. "Please come out, Gwen. We are running out of time.""She will not go unless I give your permission. Besides. Don't fucking be tactless when I'm talking to you." Israel gave him an indignant look but did not reply because the man just looked at him with cold and indifferent eyes, like a cat looking up at its prey.
It took us one hour when we reach the castle of Mojerio. The fact that these five men didn't argue with us anymore is quite a relief. But I'm still wondering if what's going to happen later is worth it. We stopped right in front of the enormous luxury gates.The surroundings are beautiful, loaded with giant trees, flowers with bright colors, plants, and vines everyone. It looks so magical and surreal. But behind this extraordinary vicinity, this castle is like a giant, dark, ominous mountain that you need to be careful of if you pass through the gate. It gave me goosebumps all over my skin just by being around it. A feeling of peril that seems to creep under my skin, but I quickly dismissed my nonsensical thoughts.Israel seemed to be in deep thought on my right side. But soon as I stared at him for a long second, he quickly turned his head to me.'Are you ready?' he queried, our minds linked. 'You don't have to do this if you are unsure..."'I'm not undecided about it,' I answered, c
"So, what kind of castle is this? I mean, what do you call it?" I asked Mojerio with a grin as we passed through the gate to the central courtyard. He veered around only to look at me from the corner of his eye. I don't know, but the way he glanced at me felt like there was something bizarre about it."Castle Shan," he replied with no emotion. "My ancient ancestors built this castle right after they conquered the minions of Valir. ""I know him. He was a demon king in my ancestor's land. He slew numerous silver werewolves.""That's why you went far away.""How did you know?" I asked with some surprise. He always had an answer for everything."I know all things," he answered cryptically. The tone of his voice said more than just the words. He didn't elaborate, and neither did I ask."Funny how you seem so knowledgeable about everyone unless you are a spy who secretly snoops on your enemies' plans," Israel quipped from the side, and I didn't know what appropriate reaction I should have
"I know that symbol. It's a greek alphabet from witch ancient. Those were used to hypnotize anyone, and then they manipulated them. Those words were enough to convince me that this castle was hideous. "So you mean they were all slaves living under a black spell? What about those servants? Do you think they were just hypnotized?" I asked with my heart thudding hard against my chest. "The answer is still uncertain. But we have to assume the worst until we can verify otherwise," he stated before scrutinizing the surroundings. Remaining hushed, I tried to recall what had happened earlier. My mouth dropped open when I realized what we had done. "But... we touched the symbol!" my heart became even more rapid, and I tried to stop myself. "No need to worry, Gwen. I unveiled the spell on that symbol even before we touched it. As long as there are no repercussions, it shouldn't harm either of us in any way." his voice was steady, but I could hear the slight quiver underneath his tone. "
Alpha Ace's POVIt's been many hours since Gwen and Israel proceeded into Mojerio's castle, and until now, the worry cannot vanish.Overthinking, I've been striving to restrain my sentiments, but the unfathomable spirit kept propelling me to be anxious about their choice to leave. I cannot decipher why I feel this way. I just wish that this is just some sort of concern toward them, specifically to my mate, nothing else.With that, I decided to wander the land, yearning to fetch some air that would alleviate my senses. I kept dashing unceasingly into the forest without any direction when suddenly, a familiar scent lingered in the air, enough to fill my nostrils. Then, I was compelled to halt and scrutinize every corner to locate the possible spot of the source until my eyes accidentally met a standing figure of a man. I was startled to see who it was."Beta?"His eyes expressed nothing but fury. Afterward, he shifted into his wolf form and didn't hesitate to attack me with all his str
Gwen's POV"Careful, okay?" I mumbled to Israel as he carefully stood up from the bed. I was still lying with a blanket that covered half of my body.It's already evening, and at the same time, it is the perfect time to explore the castle without being noticed by anyone, especially from Mojerio.Slowly, he walked toward the frame door and was about to go when he abruptly veered around and strode before me. "Do you still memorize the phrase of incantation?""Yes. Don't worry." I smiled to reassure him. I thought he would go, but then he stayed as if he wanted to say something; unfortunately, an invisible force kept preventing him from doing so."Are you… nervous?" I asked. "Do you want me to come with you?""No, it's fine. You're probably exhausted." he smiled — a smile that showed how much effort he was putting in. He had protected me just as he promised after saving his young sister. "Please, take care."He nodded. "I shall take my leave. And if anything happens or anyone tries to b
It was Delphine, the leader of Ereje.The only thing that could be seen in her countenance was pure hatred and spite."Did I scare you, Gwen?" she asked, glaring at me with a dagger. "Why do you seem terrified? Is it because all of you believed I was dead?"I gasped upon hearing those words. She was right; all of us thought she was dead. But now that she was in front of me, alive and well and not a ghost in any sense. Perhaps it was because of the dark spell over her, but my heart still gave a little skip at the sight of her again. And she saw it, too. "How can your heart give such a reaction?" she asked, clearly enjoying how her presence impacted me. "Don't tell me you are scared." her gaze hardened on me. "Or maybe even more than normal… and you're afraid of his death."Those words were like poison to my ears. Before she could convey any further words, I quickly turned around and was about to run to find Israel. Suddenly, an invisible force stopped me mid-step.I could move my body
Gwen's POV I shifted into a silver werewolf and attacked the first vampire who tried to come close to me. For every attempt of an enemy toward me, I snapped his neck with one of my claws until blood flowed freely down his throat. There was no way I would go after them without getting at least a couple of hits. I could not count how many foes I had killed today, but each one left me satisfied in ways that nothing else could. I glanced to the right side and saw my parents, Vera with Valir, fighting off five vampires at once, using their claws to slash their throats open as quickly as if they were swatting mosquitoes away. On the other side, I saw the Packs, Israel, and the other witches fighting off another group of enemies. The fairies were helping out with the battle on their end as well. The shield they were casting toward us was impenetrable against any magical attack. And it was also holding back all of the attacks and then throwing them back to the enemies. The war conti
Gwen's POV Vera stand up from the bed, wearing her purple dress made of skin-tight fabric that showed all of her curves. Valir was taken aback as if he couldn't believe that his wife is finally here in front of him. He walked toward her and caressed her face with his warm hands. "Oh god... you're alive." Vera smiled at her husband, who is now looking down on her. She wrapped her arms around Valir's neck and kissed him passionately. The tears began to form again, as Valir can feel Vera's soft lips on his and can't help but kiss back passionately, wrapping his arms around her waist tightly. After a few minutes of a passionate kiss, the couple slowly parted. Both were out of breath. Vera wiped away her tears, looked at her husband lovingly, and whispered, "Who made this?" Valir pointed at me with a smile, tears of joy were visible in their eyes and I could not help but feel happy for both of them. "Gwen granted my favor. She resurrected you," Israel explained. Suddenly, Valir amb
Gwen's POV After an oath that Valir, the battle ceased. "Bring me to where she is," I said. "Can you please do it now?" he desperately asked. "Yes." Before I could accompany him, my parents and Israel talked to me first. They are worried but the witches and fairies suggested that Valir's intention was real. And I have to give a shot to end this battle with no one being harmed or killed. Afterward, the fairies, watches, and Israel decided to come with me to ensure that Valir and his companions would not gonna hurt her. I know they all are worried for me. They also know there was another way to end this war. And that is to do this man's favor. Currently, we were walking into the forest surrounded by numerous huge trees that seemed to be ancient. The air around us was not polluted but somehow different from the usual forest. We walked slowly as the gust of wind blew at us gently. It didn't seem to bother us but the forest itself was weirdly quiet. I could sense a stink in th
Gwen's POV"My wife is dead, and I want to resurrect her."The moment Valir said those words, I felt sad for him, not only because he lost a woman who meant the world to him, but also because of the bitter fact that he chose to become evil. "You want her back?" I asked him as I strode a few steps. He nodded. "Then why do you have to kill numerous innocent creatures in this land? Why do you have to watch in your own eyes how hard they suffer? Why do you keep spreading cruelty when there's a way to become one of us!""That's the only way to resurrect my wife! You know nothing about my pain!""I know your pain. I lost someone because of you! I lost my sister and my best friend!" I yelled with all anger as I remembered everything. "I will tell you now, Valir... you can never resurrect your wife no matter how numerous creatures or silver werewolves you kill!""How could you deduce that?!""Because only my kind... can give another life!""Then why don't you heal your sister if that's tru
Gwen's POVIn just an instant where we emerged outside my house. The view that greeted us was too unexpected.Everyone was having a massive fight with our enemies. "Gwen! Careful in every way!" Israel warned before he attacked the black werewolves. He is a half-witch and half werewolf but he prefers fighting in a human form where he can use his magic to kill.I scanned the entire surrounding and realized that even my parents were currently in a fight. The enemy is many, and I couldn't count them all by hand. They're running around everywhere, making everything worse.I hide behind the thick bush and quickly transformed into my silver wolf form. I ran at full speed towards where they were fighting. In just a blink of an eye, I'm among them and immediately attacked the wolves attacking Rini. Since I am silver, I can take out three or four of the enemies. One of the remaining creatures decided it was time to attack my father and so I dashed and jumped on him. I bit down on his neck wit
Gwen's POV"I wanna show you something to you, Gwen. If you're into it, close your eyes."My curiosity became even more heightened with the mention of what could happen. My heart started beating faster and the cold air around me started to become chilly as well. This was it. I closed my eyes and waited.After the briefest second had passed I felt someone's hand taking mine and guiding me. "Don't open unless I say so.""Sure."We stopped moving for about ten seconds. Some noises echoed around us in the air. The sound of a peaceful night where birds chirped at the moon's reflection off the calm lake water. My eyes were still closed but my lips curled into a moon crescent."Now, open your eyes."My eyes immediately opened. We were no longer standing outside the house. Instead, we were standing in a place completely different from anything I'd ever seen. It looked like we were in an underground cavern or a cave under a rock somewhere. Everything seemed extremely bright as if a light bul
Gwen's POVHere I am outside the house, conversing with my allies. The Aqua Rune Pack, fairies, witches, and the other subordinates who support us in this messy journey of mine. The truth that I'd been hiding for quite a long time was now revealed. All of them knows I was a silver werewolf and my blood can both heal and kill. This ability was given to only a few creatures and despite its advantage of it, I can't help but feel guilty especially with the fact that this ability failed to save my sister. For the very first time in my history, I felt like mucky trash because of that. But all I could do to make my sister happy was to keep fighting and be the best version of myself.While we were occupied chatting with one another, one of the fairies floated in the air as if she needs to convey important matters."Another battle will soon break out between us and vampires" she began. "We need to be vigilant."I was stunned to hear those declarations and another pang struck me in the chest.
Gwen's POVIt was early in the morning when I woke up and got up from bed to start my day. I glanced at my side only to see that Alpha wasn't here with me. Soon as my gaze diverted to the bedside table next to where I was lying on it I could see a glass of water sitting there along with a note written in her messy cursive. 'Good morning. You must have been tired since you first encountered the real life of a silver werewolf, so I didn't wake you up. You've done so many things for us and me. It's my turn, my luna. I love you.'I gasped lightly feeling a lump form in the back of my throat before wiping away my tears. I sat up and grabbed the glass of water and gulped it down without hesitation. After putting the empty glass back on the side table.Where did he go?I walked out and went to the kitchen downstairs. "Good morning, sweetheart." mom approached and kissed me on the forehead. I smiled softly at her and nodded. My mother has always taken care of me. From the beginning, she did
Gwen's POVTwo have passed ever since my sister was killed by one of our greatest foes. I don't feel anything other than the sorrow of losing someone so dear to me and I know that my parents feel the same pain as well.The exact scene of how the black werewolf slain her was still vivid in my mind like a nightmare and if it's just a dream, then I want to wake up. But it isn't. She's dead and now there is nothing left for me but grief and the guilt I've been carrying around with me. Every time I recollected our memories together, it always brought up fresh tears that would fall from my eyes and I didn't even bother wiping them away. I just wanted to relish everything even if that means torturing myself with the fact that it was just a memory that will not be able to happen again. I couldn't help but blame myself for what happened because I knew that I should have done something to save her but I was so dumb. I tried my very best to heal her that time but it didn't work. This was the v