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The Alpha's Cure Deceived
Not knowing who else to call, I called Bruce. Lily answers his phone, "Who is this?""Hello, Mrs. Pratt. This is Ajay."She doesn't respond. I can only imagine what she's thinking. Not willing to force her to talk, I sat breathing through the phone with her. "Why are you calling Ajay?""Ju--, I mean, I was informed Bruce went to Knight Island. Is that true?""Who told you?""Uh, who told me? I--"Suddenly, she screams, "DON'T LIE TO ME! WHO TOLD YOU?""Jude!""How would he know? Who told him?""I swear, I don't know. When I woke up, he was gone but left a message saying he had left with Bruce."Flustered, she stammered, "I'm not referring to that. Who told him about Chris?""The police, I guess."Mumbling incoherently, she repeats, "The police? No, not his death. ...What all do you know?""Excuse me? I'm sorry, Lily, but I'm confused."Almost in hysteria, Lily cries, "It was for the best, you know? I mean, why would he need to know, right?""Right. ...Well, if you hear anything, will
Last Updated : 2024-05-28The Alpha's Cure My Sister, My Spouse
Ellie agreed to help me, but Melanie seemed distracted. When she picked me up, I asked, "Why are you so quiet?""How'd you get Ellie to agree so quickly?" Melanie frowns."I didn't sleep with her.""Whatever, Jude. Like I said, you love a weak woman, so I'd never win whether I'm your sister or not."Closing my eyes, I stretch my neck and slump in my seat. Tonight, I'm not in the mood for this incest madness. It's taking everything in me to keep quiet, but Melanie keeps nagging and deriding Ajay until I yell, "You're the weak one!""Jude, I'm the strongest woman you know. Ajay, Deena, and even Ellie need spells and potions to captivate you. I'm here in my own will and strength. Without their witchcraft, you would've thrown them away like the trash they are! Ajay knew she wasn't shit to you or your entire family. Her only hope was to become someone else!""Stop the car, " I grit."Stop being weak and take the truth like a fucking man!""Okay, if this is what you want, here you go! Rega
Last Updated : 2024-05-29The Alpha's Cure New Leaf
Ellie found me unconscious and called emergency. All my vitals were good, so the paramedics left. Teary-eyed, I say, "I'm done with all of this, Ellie. I'll try your way."She comforts me and invites me to her church. Winnie is ecstatic. I'm not as faithful as Ellie and Winnie, but I enjoy the fellowship and have attracted new acquaintances.Brother Donovan Mann has taken a particular interest in me. He's at least two decades older but very wise in the faith. The first thing anyone who knew my past requested was for me to cleanse my home. In movies, you see these rituals and think it's Hollywood's over-the-top spin on things. And they do embellish, but for the most part, they're spot on. I felt comforted the first time a group of ministers visited, but the next few visits, not so much.Thankfully, Ellie had been through all this, so I told her, "I want to keep some of my books.""Initially, I did the same thing and started to backslide. It's hard, but it's for the best. This isn't ty
Last Updated : 2024-05-29The Alpha's Cure Bound
Less than five minutes from leaving orientation, Donovan calls. First, I exhaled and then answered, "Brother Donovan.""Blessed morning, Ajay. You aren't at work?""Yes. I only stepped out to use the restroom, and you called. What's going on?""Nothing. You were on my heart, so I decided to leave a prayer on your voicemail, but since you answered, can we pray together?""No, leave it on my voicemail. I have to go."I end our call and start gnashing. Why won't this guy leave me alone? I was so angry that I clenched my fist and started shaking. Someone taps me, and I whip around, enraged. Palms lifted, Ellie says, "Woah! Ajay, are you alright?""No! I want to be left alone, but I feel like you church people are riding my back!"She frowns, "What? Ajay, it's your pet demons that have you so annoyed.""I don't have any demons! You guys are suffocating me!"Unmoved, Ellie says, "They're looking for you in the meeting, so I volunteered to find you. I'll tell them you want to be left alone."
Last Updated : 2024-05-30The Alpha's Cure He's Awake
When I came to myself, I was wrapped in a prayer cloth, sitting on the altar. Donovan, Ellie, and Winnie were huddled up, whispering. Donovan notices I'm watching and says, "Sister Ajay?"So embarrassed, I dropped my head and softly answered, "Yes."Now sitting beside me, he explains, "This is my calling. Sorry if I was overbearing, but once I see evil following you or around you, it's my job to get you free."I nodded his way and then watched Ellie. Hands clasped, she walks over with her head bowed, asking, "I've been through this several times myself. How do you feel?"Nodding again, Winnie kneels before me, saying, "Pastor Chauffee is on his way. He wants to see you, okay?"Pastor Chauffee enters, rejoicing. With my head down and eyes lifted, I barely clap as they praise God and dance around me. Pastor Chauffee suggests Donovan and his wife, whose name is Paige, be my prayer partners. I agree with everything they all say, so I can go home. We all leave together, but Ellie walks me
Last Updated : 2024-05-30The Alpha's Cure The House Of Mourning
Ajay's pouring her heart out to me. While she exposes all my lies and deceptions, I feel like less than nothing. When she said she's learned to love herself, I was screaming on the inside, "How can I love this woman this much? What has she done to me?"Love is a curse, for sure. It finds you, puts a yoke around your neck, then enslaves you, but you embrace it. You own it and wish, hope, and feel you'll give your life to keep this person.It's so powerful that whenever my family asks, "Why do you love Ajay?" I always avoided it or gave an elusive answer. I had to, because the only answer I could give was, "I don't know why I love her, but I do."It's too soon to reveal everything I must do. Ajay will never understand, and neither will she submit to it. I need to be able to lie to her a little longer, but she's done accepting lies.She's interpreting my silence as compliance, but I'm warring inside. This war for power brewing on Knight Island is the last thing I want her to be a part of.
Last Updated : 2024-05-31The Alpha's Cure Stripped
Pastor Chauffee says, "Well, Jude, I'm glad you're awake. Ajay is very special to us, so I expect to see you accompanying her some Sundays and Wednesdays."Jude answers, "I'll try.""May I ask, have you planned your wedding? If so, who's officiating it?" The pastor asks with a comical grin.While I stand mute, feeling like I'm in the Twilight Zone. Jude answers, "My uncle is marrying us. He's a minister."That statement jolts me out of a trance and I stare at Jude in disbelief. "Oh wow. Are you in the ministry?" Excitement covers Pastor's face as he anticipates a yes. Jude laughs, "No, Pastor Chauffee. That's not my calling. You and my uncle can keep your titles.""Fair enough. Well, it was nice meeting you, Jude. Ajay, when you're free, please call me. I want to hear your heart concerning Donovan and Paige.""Yes, Pastor."He walks off, and I immediately say, "Your uncle?"Jude doesn't respond to my question but says, "We can leave my rental here. Let's get you to your condo so you
Last Updated : 2024-05-31The Alpha's Cure The Plan
Lost in my eyes from our kiss, I ask Ellie to help me, and she says, "Yes, tell me what you need, but it can't require casting spells or curses. I'm done with that."I tell Ellie, I see your power. It's vibrant and strong. It's light."Starry-eyed, Ellie sits up straight and leans closer, begging, "Please tell me what else you see.""Your aura is no longer dim but shining bright. It's alluring. When I met Ajay, I saw this light around her. It's what drew me to her.""That was the whole purpose of Your Portion. It was created for those of us who wanted to bring more light into the world. Ajay and I joined to exhibit the good that we felt many lacked. Others always harped on what was so wrong with us. We wanted to show the world we were powerful yet used our craft for the good.""Why the change of heart?""You just answered your question, Jude. Dawn used our vulnerability to change our hearts. But for the worst."Leaning into her, I ask, "What do you see when you look at me? And be hone
Last Updated : 2024-05-31
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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
