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The Alpha's Cure Lucy Hugo
As they lower David's casket into the ground, my mom starts rubbing my back. Tears flow as I stand there, wanting to be buried with him. My mom whispers, "Are you going to the repast?"Soulless, I stare through her, then turn and walk towards our minivan. Lance jogs up to me and grabs my hand. I start sobbing. He holds me tight, whispering, "It's okay. Your brother got you."Now inside the van, I tell my family, "I want to be alone."I lock myself in my bedroom and reminisce about David and my dad. The two men that I love most were taken away from me by cancer. My dad believed in my mom's pipe dream of praying. David and I were agnostic, but his death swayed me closer to unbelief.The further I pulled away from religion, the more Mom would harp about me encountering God. Although my dad and David died, I couldn't deny the supernatural. I've seen miracles happen within my family due to my parents praying.It's my first day of college. Both my brothers and my mom dropped me off. I'm les
Last Updated : 2024-07-15The Alpha's Cure From Dark To Light
Cowering, I ask, "What do you want from me?""You've been chosen, Lucy. Why are you so afraid?""I never asked for this. I only wanted you."Nika whispers, "I'm not into women, but I think you're special.""I don't want to be possessed. I just wanted to experience something supernatural.""Possessed? You're not possessed. You possess power."She touches me, and I cringe. Removing her hand, Nika says, "You're afraid of me. I understand, but you can't do this alone. I know a group of women who can help guide you.""I don't want a guide. I want this out of me!""Sorry, it doesn't work like that, Lucy. Be excited; it chose you. You can do nothing to change its decision, so embrace the power."Nika convinced me to meet at Kleery Lake again, but this time there were others. Within minutes, I figured out it was a coven. Nika and I looked like shiny new coins compared to these old women.It was apparent only Nika embodied this power they coveted and were feeding off of her. One of the women s
Last Updated : 2024-07-16The Alpha's Cure I'll Take It To The Grave
Shocked, I squinted Ellie's way with my mouth dropped. Ellie asks, "Did I say something wrong?""No, and thanks," I reply as I hurry away.Lance answers my call, and I gnash, "You brought mom here?""No! Some woman named Nika came to my job looking for you.""Dammit, Lance! She's the witch who got me in this mess! Do you know where she is?""She's dead.""What?""Where are you, Lucy? It's been months. Mom's going crazy. She's so sorry she fought with you. Please come home.""Lance, listen to me. How do you know she's dead?""I hung out with her all day, hoping you'd call. We got a hotel room and waited together all night, but when I woke up, she was dead."Holding my head, I stammer, "How do you know she's dead? Who confirmed this? You're not a doctor.""I dialed 911."I gasped, "You involved the police? What'd you tell them?""I told them I just met her. We got a hotel room, but when I woke up, she was nonresponsive. They told me she had escaped from the psych ward. She's a real nutc
Last Updated : 2024-07-17The Alpha's Cure Paranoia
Pounding my fist against my temple, I let out a gut-wrenching scream. Why would I tell Tanya I knew Lucy was dead? Then, by sacrifice! What the hell was that?Tanya's attempt to kill me was wild, but Jude, knowing I went out with Aaron, was wilder!When Jude mentioned Aaron, I stuttered, "What? How? Who told you? Tyler?"Jude answered, "Is that what Aaron connived his way into telling you?""I guess so.""Those who know my secret were predestined to aid us, Ajay. So tell your fuckboy to fuck off next time he contacts you. Do you enjoy me killing?""Huh? Of course not! What are you saying?""The moment I leave, you're spending time with your ex-lover? How do you think that makes me feel?"I mumbled, "Betrayed.""No! Homicidal! Stick with your church folks, minus Paige and her dumb-ass husband. Can you do that? I'm sacrificing my life for you, and you're doing the stupidest shit possible!""I'm sorry. And what do you mean by sacrificing your life?"'Nothing. It's a metaphor, Ajay!"Jude
Last Updated : 2024-07-18The Alpha's Cure True Blue
As I entered the salon, I noticed every single person was marked. It seemed the righteous were shrouded in light, while the wicked were covered in darkness.Although some people are brighter or darker than others, there is no in-between. With my bottom lip poked, I grunted, "Hmm?"Ellie has a nice, dim light. Hearing my reaction, she asks, "What'd you say?""Pastor Chauffee's words are true. There are only two sides."Shrugged, Ellie laughs, "Okay. Where is this coming from?"While side-eyeing her, I ask, "Who's your beautician?""He's in the far right corner. His name is Gary."The woman's hair in Gary's chair looks great. After complimenting her, I say, "Hello. My name is Ajay. You do fabulous work.""Thanks, Ajay," says Gary.He hugs Ellie, saying "You're expanding my clientele again?"Ellie giggles, "You know it. Please, let Ajay go first. I want to see you work your magic firsthand."Embracing who I am is comforting. While Gary pampers me, I close my eyes, letting my mind drift.
Last Updated : 2024-07-19The Alpha's Cure Glossing
Although Lana's words are intriguing, I respond, "That's impossible. He exists because his mother and father were both werewolves.""Didn't you just tell me, during your summoning, you asked for werewolf DNA?""That doesn't mean I received it.""But it's available if you ask for it, right? Chiara received it. Deena might have it. Dawn wanted to steal it. You are a freakin' mermaid! Am I missing something?""Okay, we'll go with your theory. He's the first pure werewolf. Great. What does that have to do with my inability to see him?""People aren't born half human and half wolf. Jude being born that way makes him more godlike, or a god of this earth. Wow, this is what Phyllis was trying to tell me. I know you hate hearing about her, but Jude trusted Phyllis. All the rapid changes he was enduring made him vulnerable."I sigh. "I'm his mate now, so her words don't affect me like they once did. Just tell me."Jude told Phyllis, "We're adults now, but haven't you always known who you are?"
Last Updated : 2024-07-20The Alpha's Cure Nowhere To Hide
Very few people are at the hotel. Winnie's and Mitchell's families are here. Jude tries to blend in, but that's impossible. Church members who'd avoided speaking to me came over only to have a reason to talk to him. However, the bride and groom sat at their table across the room, only watching.Rebecca is smitten with Jude. Bruce sits beside his wife. Our table is pretty tense, but the constant visitors keep us from having to talk to one another.Katrina finagles her way over, but Pastor Chauffee is on her tail. He's holding her by the waist as she asks, "Jude, when'd you get back?""I'm not back. My aunt and uncle invited me to the wedding, so I rescheduled some things to attend."Rebecca interrupts, "Uncle Jude, where do you live?""Far away, sweetie.""May I visit you?"Bruce and Lily are motionless. Jude smirks at Bruce. Lifting his brow, Bruce says, "I guess you'll visit Uncle Jude when he marries Ajay."Rebecca side-eyes me and then focuses back on Jude. Katrina asks, "So the we
Last Updated : 2024-07-21The Alpha's Cure A Wolf In Sheep's Clothing
Shortly after that conversation, Jude wants to leave. Lana takes my car while I ride with Jude. He's deep inside his head. I call his name, and he flinches. I ask, "Is everything okay?"He cuts his eyes at me but doesn't answer. We pull into my driveway, and Lana exits my car. Jude instructs, "Tell her to take your car home. We'll grab it later.""Make sure it's "we," not you alone this time," I scoff.Hard-rolling his eyes at me, he grumbles, "Just do it."I stop Lana before she reaches Jude's car and say, "Take my car. We'll get it later.""Are you guys alright?""Yes. He's tired and not in the mood for company."Nodding, she leans in and whispers, "That Ellie is a first-class loser, huh? I wonder what she wanted to say."Ignoring her instigating words, I say, "I'll call before we come."Lana whispers, "I got your back, bestie."Before leaving, she waves goodbye to Jude, but he stares straight ahead. Shrugging, she rolls her eyes as she enters the car and then backs out of the drive
Last Updated : 2024-07-22
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The Alpha's Cure CURED
The same night I googled Dr. Houseman. He has a private practice across town. I schedule an appointment, but he's not available until next month. Uncomfortable going to anyone else, I keep the appointment and buy a home pregnancy test.My sweaty palms wet the box, while my trembling hand held the stick steady. I waited the instructed time, and it came back inconclusive. I run to the drugstore and purchase three more tests. They all yield the same result.Justine told me Delilah was discharged from the ICU and apologized to Zelma. Delilah told Zelma, "I've been consumed with Jude and finding his truth for so long that I haven't even lived. These days I grieve for Mama. She was so deep into this that there was no way she could walk away and live a normal life.I've had Eve only a few weeks, and I love her as my own. Mama loved Jude. She did what she thought was best. If Jude ever comes for Eve, she's his, so I'd have no choice but to return his daughter. But until then, I'll love and ra
The Alpha's Cure The Purest Medicine
I left Floyd perplexed. Soon, I heard Jude questioning me about the short story Eve wrote about Samuel and his brother. Plopping onto my couch, I close my eyes and concentrate, hoping to remember anything significant.Suddenly, I recall Mr. Knight saying, "I hear my mother's singing in my head and whisper, "Dreamers? No, filthy dreamers. My bloodied fingers thumb through my Bible. Weak and dying, I circle the chapter at the top of the page. My shaky hand draws an arrow, and I write, This is his name."Immediately, I rushed and opened the small suitcase I had taken from the island. It has Jude's Bible inside. I remove it, go to the table of contents, and find the Book of Jude. Jude had circled the title in blood.As I stare at the encircled name, I realize that Samuel VII and Mr. Knight are the same. Samuel is the baby's father. The story instructed the Knight's lineage to name his son and the next Alpha, Jude.Soon I'm wondering why Samuel slaughtered his students. Did he hope to be k
The Alpha's Cure Decipherer
Paige offers to go with me to see Mrs. Freer. I decided it was best to go alone. Walking on campus was strange. It seems like eons ago this was where I spent most of my time. Upon entering the administration building, I see familiar faces. Some greet me while others walk by, oblivious to who I am. I exit the elevator on our floor and see Mrs. Freer talking with two coworkers.Seeing me, she does a double-take. Quickly, she ends her conversation and heads toward me. "Ms. Vernon. This is a bewildering surprise.""Hi, Mrs. Freer. My name's Mrs. Knight now, and yes, I'm sure seeing me is surprising.""Mrs. Knight, wow. Well, congratulations. Now, may I know why you're here?""I need to speak with a professor, preferably one knowledgeable in astronomy.""Professor Floyd was a friend of Phyllis's. She asked for the same help right before she passed.""Mrs. Freer, it's terrible what happened to Phyllis. I'll admit, I was pretty heartless in the past, but I'm a new person. If possible, I'd a
The Alpha's Cure Stay In The Light
I decide to wait in the car and let Justine handle everything. Once Zelma opens the door, she sees me. Instantly, she gripes, "What is she doing here?"Justine says, "She needs our help, Zelma.""From the moment I first helped her, it's been nothing but tragedy for those I love. You promised me you wouldn't go to Knight Island.""If we hadn't gone, Ajay would've been stranded there.""I don't care!" Zelma shouts."We're not like that, Zelma." Justine sighs.As much as it hurts, Zelma is right. Since the moment I stepped on Knight Island, it's been nothing but devastation and death. Once we get to their home, I retrieve my suitcase and leave. I tell Justine, "I promise I'll be in touch."Before I exit, Zelma stops me, saying, "I don't hate you, Ajay. And I understand the hold Jude has on you. I know you're worried and want to find him, but have you ever considered maybe he wants to be lost?Delilah attacked me over some books with mathematical formulas that no human could possibly deci
The Alpha's Cure Rescue Me
I'm hiding in what's left of this burned cabin when I hear voices. Realizing they're women, I rush out into the open. I see a woman running, and two chasing her. Then I hear, "Shellie, stop running!"I see Justine and cry out, "Justine! Over here!""Ajay? Is that you?" Justine shouts.Immediately, Shellie stops and runs toward me. Dottie and Justine come to me as well. They all stood staring my way, speechless. Slowly, Justine reaches to touch me and asks, "Are you okay?"The only thing I could do was cry. All three of them huddle around me. These strange sounds in the distance make Dottie say, "I think we need to go.""Are you alone? Where's Jude?" Justine asks."I'm alone, and Dottie's right. We need to leave."They have food and liquor on their boat. All three care for me until I'm no longer trembling from fear. We're miles away from the island when Justine asks, "Do you want to talk about it?"How do I explain this? Honestly, I don't know what happened myself. Coughing to clear my
The Alpha's Cure Justine's Journey
Zelma doesn't know. I've been looking for Ajay forever. After I learned she practiced witchcraft, I told Zelma. Zelma warned me, "Knight Island was demonic. We just didn't know it. Dad was privy to some information but tragically learned it wasn't just superstition and ghost stories."I'd called Ajay but she never called back. Then, I decided to wait for her in the library's occult section. Afraid other students would see me and think I was a witch, I started asking about her instead.The student aid at the desk knew who she was. He told me, "Ajay is great. I haven't seen her in a minute, but sometimes she'd go to the coffee shop down the street."Cafe Sheol made me look more sketchy than sitting in the library. Only the barista and I are present. I go to the counter, order a tall latte, and ask, "Hi Cecily, I'm Justine. Do you remember a girl named Ajay being a customer?"Before I can describe her, Cecily answers, "Of course. I love Ajay. Why do you ask?"I explained how we lost cont
The Alpha's Cure Life Flashes
My life flashes before me as we drop to the ground. I open my eyes and am in the top bunk bed at my foster home. It's a clear night. As I gaze out into the stars, I think, I wish someone loved me.The Michaels have four foster children. All four of us are girls. We're all around the same age. I climb out of bed to use the toilet and overhear my foster parents discussing how one of the girls has been adopted.I hurry back to my room, crying. Now, staring into the night sky again, I whisper, "Please let someone love me." The following morning, Aunt Irene adopted me.It's my senior year of high school. My boyfriend, Benjamin, and I ditch prom and drive to the marina. We sneak in and lie in someone's boat. Lying beside each other, we gaze up into the sky, and he asks, "Do you think anyone's truly out there?"I answer, "Look how beautiful and vast the sky is. How can it not be?"Nodding, Ben says, "I agree. So, is it God or aliens?""Definitely, God. Aliens are techies, according to what t
The Alpha's Cure Homebound
After weeks of sailing, we find nothing. We return to Brazil, and Jude says, "Let's just go home."The closer we get to Knight Island, the more uneasy I feel. Early morning, we leave Florida. Soon, the island appears, but it's no longer the paradise I knew. It's burning wasteland. Wide-eyed, I look at Jude, but he's expressionless. I stammer, "W-What happened?"Knight Island looks exactly like the island I spent a night alone on. Had I swam all the way here and then returned to another location near Columbia? Our boat hits a rock behind this burned-down villa. Jude anchors our boat and then stretches out his hand. Nervous, I lightly place my palm in his. He helps me to shore. Once he releases me, I stare into his eyes.Exhaling, he pans across the island, saying, "They would've told my secret. I start to panic, but a still voice calmly says, "Agree with him."Through a shaky voice, I say, "You're right, babe."Jude cuts his eyes at me and says, "Come here. I'll carry you."He lifts
The Alpha's Cure 1607
Mrs. Dotson taps her ruler on her desk, saying, "Sit down, students. Class is in session. It's October 30. Today we will explore stories of myths and monsters."A crisp autumn breeze gusts through the room from the opened window. The ten children are prim and proper for school, in their uniforms. Each innocent face intently gazes at Mrs. Dotson, anticipating her reading.She looks up and sees me standing in her doorway. Her eyes light up, and she says, "Kind day to you, Mr. Knight. Is there something that you need?""I'm celebrating my birthday. I hoped to leave a tad earlier. Will you see to it that my class leaves on time?""Anything for you, Mr. Knight.""Thanks."I enter my mill and chain myself in the dungeon. Everyone I love dies. It's been 500 years, and I'm still here. As the sun sets and the full moon rises, I begin my change. Though I can control my inner beast, tonight I'm frustrated and want to kill. But killing will attract unwanted attention. Once I'm transformed, I let
