: Xavier's pov :
This is what I had feared. A weakness.
I had a fucking weakness.
And that weakness was Aurora.
《Aurora's pov》
The door creaks open about ten minutes later after Xavier stormed out. A blonde head girl enters, her soft smile brightening the tense room. Her face was familiar, she was perhaps the other girl who brought food for me the other day. In her hands was a tray filled with what I presume was food.
My belly grumbles, remembering I hadn't eaten anything as yet.
I move my swollen red eyes from her, gulping as I bring my knees to my chin. I got dressed as soon as he left the room. I didn't want his food, his pity. He can take the food and shove it where the sun doesn't shine.
In all honesty, I was now actually very angry with him.
I listened to the sound of her footsteps as she nears, until she stops just at the edge of the bed.
"Hey, Alpha Xavier said you hadn't-
Hey my loves, I will be taking a few days break because of my health. Don't worry it's nothing too bad and I should be back in three days time.
《Aurora's pov》"Just up ahead," Eli said lowly as he walked in front, his stance stiff and probably regretting agreeing to bring me here.I nod even though he couldn't see me and wrapped my arms around myself.I feared of what he'd say to me but I had the determination to make him see that, perhaps we could make this work. Perhaps he doesn't have to send me away to protect me.Maybe we indeed needed each other and parting ways would not be to our benefit.I needed to make him see.That I was worth it.But as Eli stopped a few feet away from what I presume was Xavier's study, my heart dropped and dread weighed heavy in my gut.I was terrified. But knew if I were to show him that I was indeed worth it, I'd have to be stronger. Act stronger. Show him I was stronger.So I pulled in a sharp breath through my nose and let it out through my parted mouth. I needed to relax if I were to speak to him.Eli turn
: Xavier's pov :"You've really outdone yourself this time Xavier." Eli murmurs, leaning against the wall, his legs crossed, his arms crossed.He looked tired and noticeable unnerved." Spit out whatever you need to tell me," I grumble knowing he had heard every single thing that happened in my study. Which meant that he knew Aurora was my mate. I should've made those walls soundproof.I'll have to look into that.Eli face turns into one of shock as he places his hand on his chest, feigning a look of hurt. "You wound me Alpha. You make it sound as though I'll accuse you of keeping such a huge secret from me. Although I'm disappointed in knowing you didn't trust me enough to tell me about her, I think I know you too well to know how arrogant and sometimes too proud you can be. You'd never let anyone know your weakness. " He snorted.I narrowed my eyes on him, my jaw ticking. He was right. I didn't want anyone to know my weakness
《Aurora's pov》"Beta Samuel," I bowed my head in respect for the powerful male wolf."We need to be on our way. Alpha Xavier was very strict on you being long gone before he gets back." Beta Samuel says, his gaze flickering to the woods ahead. It was rather thick and scary. I turn to stare at Sarah, my gaze falling down sadly. Did he seriously want me gone that bad?Sarah must've noticed my gaze because she smiles in reassurance, clearly remembering that I didn't like the look of pity."It will be fine Aurora. I'm sure Alpha Xavier will come to his senses before you step foot out of the border." She says softly, squeezing my clammy hand. My other hand held on to the small backpack Cas had given me.The only thing of her I had left.I wanted to know so badly of what happened to her. I wanted to know so badly if she were still alive and safe.I clutched the bag tightly, using it as an anchor so I wouldn't break down and crumble before two wolves. It was embarrassing enough that everyon
《Aurora's pov 》 "Bond?" Beta Samuel's voice is thick with confusion. But I can't seem to focus much on their words, my gaze growing hazier by the second, the air whooshing out my lungs harsher by the second. I take a staggering step forward, intending to perhaps steady myself on the bark of a tree, but there was no bark but air. I topple to the ground, my knees hitting the dirt as I gasp. This was painful. "Aurora!" Lily screech. I could feel her fingers wrap around my upper arm, maybe trying to steady me before I ungracefully fall to the ground fully. "Xavier-" I moaned in pain as I looked around aimlessly at the thick foliage around us. All I could make out was green and brown. Green and brown. My ears rang and I groan, my hands reaching up to cup them. "Stop. Please stop." I whispered hoarsely. Aurora. Suddenly the ringing stops and I freeze. That voice. The voice I now crave to hear. His voice. Xavier's voice. But surely he wasn't here. Surely he'd not come to take me
《Aurora's pov》"Stand down Christopher." Beta Samuel snarls, his eyes glowing blue. Chris shakes his head, as if to shake the command of his superior out his head and then growls."Stand down!" Beta Samuel roared, taking a step forward but Lily scurried in the middle of the wolves, her hands out to stop them."Stop it. Both of you! We don't have time to fight. God knows how Xavier is judging by the state Aurora is in now." Lily urges, her eyes pleading for the wolves to calm down their rage.But a growl comes out of Beta Samuel's chest and rumbles. Lily takes a cautious step toward Chris, yet keeps her posture straight and unafraid. A traitor admirable but in this situation should be treaded lightly."Beta Samuel, my brother has trusted your judgment for years and trusts you enough to keep you by his side. Please, trust me when I say, bringing Aurora to him would be beneficial and the right thing to do. Please." Her tone had pitched to one of a plea.I grow guilty. Here she was trying
《Aurora's pov》When the packhouse came into view, all I could seem to focus on was the shocked and terrified gazes of the wolves roaming about as they watched their strong leader, now succumbed to something they didn't know what." He looks dead." One whispered in terror, her gaze on her Alpha in pity."Don't be foolish. He's not dead, look at the rise and fall of his chest." Another snapped lowly."If the other packs hear of this they'll come for us. Our leader is down!" Another screeched."Quiet now! You don't know if there is a traitor amongst us who will let our enemies know." A pregnant she wolf mumbled, her eyes glazed over in panic."Merrill is right Stacy, be quiet. You never know who's listening." Another woman says.I stare at them and all I can think about is that this was my fault. No one else's but mine.It made me feel hate. Hate for myself. I didn't want to be this monster. I never wanted to hurt him or anyone.I never chose to be what I am.And maybe I didn't deserve
Athena's pov The needle leaves beneath my bare feet crumbled into the damp earth as I weave my way through coniferous trees. My breathing is harsh and the pounding of my heart is painful. Darkness cloaked around me, preventing me from seeing clearly yet I was determined to get the tiny baby in my arms to safety. I needed to get her to safety. The smell of coniferous trees and the distinct smell of fetid earth surrounded me as branches tore at my thin white dress. In the distance, I could clearly hear the howling of wolves. My heart races knowing I was getting closer. My icy blonde hair tosses back as I sped up, holding the baby close to my chest. My breathing is harsh as my feet continued to snap twigs that were scattered over the forest ground. Rustling sounds of wild animals scurrying over branches and thousands of twigs can be heard as the distinct sound of howls from wolves had gotten louder. I was near. A whimper leaves my lips, knowing I had to leave her, my baby. My heart
Essi's pov"So you're telling me the little girl is with Genieve, sister of Alpha Raphael? " I grit my teeth, anger so fierce coursing through me.Malia nodded and bowed her head, her fingers playing with the rune stones that apparently spoke to her and foresaw the future and the present.I hated witches with a passion. They were nasty and could be quite trickery. But I have been searching for that damn pixie child for years now, only to now know that she was right under my nose all along.How did I miss this?Genieve must be keeping her locked away.I lift the glass of blood to my lips, seeping some of that coppery goodness. I let out an ahh then grumble. "Then it's settled. I will ask Genieve to hand me the child-Malia shook her head. "I am afraid it wouldn't be that simple queen. Genieve is fond of the girl and sees her as her daughter. She also knows what the girl possesses, and what she can create. She will never willingly give you the girl."My eyes flashes as I snarled. Malia
《Aurora's pov》 "Push Luna." The female doctor encouraged. "Ahh!" I screamed loudly that it bounced off the walls in the room and danced outside. I held onto my knees, lifting myself up a little and pushed. My chest rose and fell, my heart beating incredibly fast. My hair stuck to my sweaty face and the gown I wore was plastered to my sweaty body. Xavier had one knee on the bed the other on the floor, and one of his arms holding my back while the other removed the tresses off my face. "You got this my love. If anyone can do it, it will be you." He whispered in my ear, kissing my cheek despite me being so sweaty. "Come on Luna. Push!" The female doctor encouraged louder while the other nurses around her made a shout of encouragement. "One." I breathed put through my lips as Xavier rubbed my back. "Two." "Three." I pushed harder, silently begging our baby to hurry up and come out. The pain was unbearable and the doctor informed me that as soon as the child is out, it was common
《Aurora's pov 》"Let's get out of here now." I urged when I reach beside Cass and Serena.Cass nods in agreement and so does Serena.I had just made the entire Crystal River pack rogues. They had no Alpha, no leader and Raphael had no heir.I was sure Raphael wanted the alpha title to be in his bloodline, which is why he would've forced me to carry his seed. So there's no way he would've passed it down to his Beta and Gamma.Now their ranks would no longer matter since they are now also rogues."I can shift," Cassandra suggested, looking at Serena.I looked at Cass worriedly. "Are you sure you can handle it?" I asked in concern while I shift my gaze to the wolves who were still there. They looked lost, not knowing what to do or where to go from here.I also had them still trapped, not wanting them to attack when we least expected it.Because even though they weren't trying to escape the captivity of the roots and branches, I still did not trust them. They were, after all, the same wol
《Aurora's pov》"Come on we don't have much time!" I rushed out as I hear the snarls of the wolves. They were fighting back.I looked around frantically, unsure of which route to take. I can't go back upstairs and I wasn't sure there weren't others waiting for us the other way out of this nasty place. Cass stepped over the little protruding of the steel left and runs over to me, she pulls me in a hug. " I'm so glad he hadn't done anything to you Rora." I bit my tongue, not wanting to tell her that he did actually break my wrist, and prayed that she wouldn't notice the ugly discoloring that was slowly starting to paint the skin of my wrist. She pulls away and stares at my face, her eyes roaming everywhere in worry. "That's not your blood is it?" Her tone was filled with concern, something that did not surprise me one bit.I shook my head no. "It's not," I whispered shakily knowing the woman's eyes would haunt me for the rest of my life. I had taken her life and had not cared in the m
: Xavier's pov :I stormed out of the pack house, my body trembling with unleashed anger. Reckon was furious, livid in fact. He wanted his mate back in our arms. We were ready for war. But as I scan my eyes over the fighters of my pack, I am aware that some did not seem to want to fight at all. Which was worrisome. For them, not me. "Why is no one in their positions and ready to take off!?" I snarled through the air. "Have the Crimson Moon warriors gone weak?" I sneered when no one answered just looked away. A boy, not older than twenty looked at me and thought it was a good idea to speak. "We think it's a stupid idea to go against Raphael right now, especially when he has the wolfsbane. And now that he has the Luna. He can make more- "Are you saying you'd much rather leave your Luna to die!?" I snarled taking a menacing step forward. He needs to choose his words carefully. I may not be as patient as I portray. The boy squirms and bends his head. "No, of course not." It's quiet
《 Aurora's pov》I kept my gaze plastered to the floor as the male wolf led me through the packhouse. I can hear snickers and my gut wrenches as I remember what I had endured by these wolves hands.They were cruel and I should not expect anything less."Such an imbecile for thinking she can escape alpha Raphael. Dumb bitch."The voice belonged to Alice, after years of tormenting, and my brain now can detect her voice instantly.I can hear the others laugh at my expense but I still kept my gaze down. It would be best to ignore them and not waste my time by staring at their faces."What is that stench?" Alice asked with disgust in her voice.The male wolf's hand around my arm is brutal and I was sure if he added the slightest of pressure he'll manage to break my arm.He leads me up the staircase just behind the struggling vampire who was also held by a buff cruel looking male wolf. His face was familiar but I couldn't put a name to the face."Let go of me you nasty leech!" The vampire wo
《Aurora's pov》I pulled away from Cass completely to stare at the female vampire. I looked at her confused.The way she spat out my name was as though we were well acquainted and that I had done her something extremely terrible.I did not know the woman. And have never seen her before.She was not at all familiar but she seem to give away that she knew my mother.And by the nasty glare coming from her eyes to burn through me, I knew that she hadn't quite liked my mother as well."How do you know my mother?" I whispered in intrigue.This was the first time someone have ever mentioned my mother. Because no one knew her. No one knew what she was.But this woman, I can tell by the gleam in her eyes, she knew her. She knew me. And she knew what we were. Perhaps what we can do as well.A smirk so cruel and disdainful appears on her lips. "You're a curious little thing aren't you? ""But to answer your question, I was a dear friend of your mother's. We were practically besties as they call i
- Raphael's pov - The door opens slowly and Beta Gavin pokes his head in with a nod. Good she's managed to get her. Smirking in satisfaction, I laughed. " You're getting bold for a guy whose mate is no longer under his protection." I can just smell the fear coming off of him through the phone. A man without his mate wasn't strong. An Alpha without his Luna, was the weakest of them all. I hope he feels the exact same way I felt years ago when he murdered my first Luna. Revenge, feels so God damn sweet. "More wolfsbane for me!" I sang and ended the call before he could respond. I was superior, I was fucking superior. No one can stand in my way now. I would be the strongest alpha alive and with her, no one will even think of trying to go to war with me. No one. Not even the so-called fearless leader of the crimson moon pack. The sound of a sob coming from the corner of the room had me rolling my eyes in irritation. She was a weak Luna and if her death would not have me weaken
《 Aurora's pov 》"I must go now love," Xavier says as he reluctantly peels away from me and walks over to the closet to pull out some clothes."Where are you going?" I whispered, dreading that he was parting ways with me even though I knew he was much needed now more than ever."We can no longer wait and have them attack us. I must start training the pack now. We don't have a few days to get ready, we only have hours." Xavier grumbles as if his gut was telling him that the council was well on their way.I will not lie, the tone of his voice made me nervous and if I was being honest, I was also feeling fear.A few hours, that was too little time.It wasn't enough time at all. Another reason to doubt that we would be ready when they do strike. I'm about to voice out my concerns but Xavier suddenly stops midway through putting on his sweatpants.He turns around and I instantly notice the fogginess in his eyes. He was being mind linked or he was mind linking someone. Either way, he seeme
《Aurora's pov 》"I've managed to close up the wound. We now have to leave it to his wolf to heal him and if we're lucky he'll be good in a few hours. " Rodrick sighs and I can literally feel the relief washing out of him and tangling in the air.My heart felt lighter upon hearing his words. Our Beta will survive, this was great news. The best news.Rodrick's hand is stained with blood as he removes it from Eli's wound. My stomach turns at the sight of it. So much blood."I'll give him a dose of sleeping medication so he can rest and not shift much to reopen the wound. " He utters while discarding the bloody needle on the small metal table beside the bed.He turns around perhaps to clean his hand off the blood, or perhaps to take the sleeping medication but before he could, Xavier's voice cracks through the air." What about Lily Rodrick? Will she be okay?" There's a visible tinge of worry in his voice that made me feel the emotion myself.Rodrick turns around slightly to look over his