Sheila's point of viewI was strolling down the castle grounds, loving the feel of the cool evening breeze against my skin. I was just returning from Killian's office. I had spent all day there, enclosed in the same space as my mate. Even though we were literally at both ends of his large office, what mattered more was that I was slowly getting involved in the matters of the pack. Even when Morgan, Mason, Allen, and a few other ranked warriors had returned for the meeting, I remained in the office. He briefed them on what transpired at the council's meeting and also told them about the ritual the witches were going to conduct to find some magical stone.A greater part of my attention was on the books and journals I was reading through that contained everything about the pack, down to its history. Even though it was all pack business, I couldn't deny the truth that, like an idiot, I loved being near him. His presence and scent always seem to calm me.I released an inward smile, roving
Sheila's point of viewI regretted those words as soon as they left my lips.Killian's gaze hardened, growing darker and deadlier with a striking rage.In a flash, his body pulled away from mine and walked back to the middle of the field."Come at me, and don't hesitate. Fight like you are literally fighting for your survival." His words were clear and held no emotion at all. It was brutally cold.I picked up the sword laying on the ground, holding it tightly as I took my stance, but my eyes were on his chest instead.I shifted my gaze to him. He was staring at me with dark, unknowing eyes.I lunged at him, and again, Killian slapped the sword from my hands. His hand, this time, shoved me against the tree, aiming for my chest."If I was a real threat, your heart would be in my hand right now. You have to fight like you badly want to live," His voice sounded like a high-pitched yell."What happened to you, Killian? How did you get those scars?" My lips ranted so stupidly, as my eyes dw
Killian's point of viewI was standing at the entrance of the underground cave in the castle, my eyes gazing gently upward. I watched as the sun was so eager to switch places with the moon. Darkness had already made its arrival known, informing every member of the Crescent North Pack of the mayhem and danger that awaited us soon enough.After my morning training with Sheila, I went to the training field to train with some warriors. I could feel everyone's anxiety for tonight. Some had started to prepare, while the younger wolves were training harder.It broke my heart to see my people in this state. I couldn't concentrate on anything, and I had intentionally avoided going into my office. I knew Sheila would be there. I didn't trust myself not to do something that I'd end up regretting. Just yesterday I almost lost it and almost marked her. If Morgan hadn't stepped in just in time and pulled me out of that insanity, I would have involved Sheila in all of this mess, and being a part of
Third person's point of viewKillian felt a pointed piercing in his soul, and something within him shook awake. Something dangerous and dark. It was spreading through every bone in his body, infecting his blood with its darkness. He struggled deeper to contain the demon in his chest. But it was far stronger, wanting freedom and dominance. Without warning, his eyes fluttered open, shining a bright torch of red. Killian's lips flew open, releasing a threatening growl.Instantly, darkness covered Killian's consciousness. And the demon was free.Killian's body vibrated, releasing a loud, threatening growl that caused the earth to quiver. Tiny rocks inside the cave crumbled to the ground as another growl left Killian's lips. His eyes were burning a bright shade of red. He was far from being in control. His subconscious was trapped somewhere within the dark cave of his heart. His bloodshot eyes meant his demon was in control.Slowly, he pulled his head up. His glowing red eyes fell on Thea.
Sheila's point of viewI was so restless. My legs kept pacing back and forth across the floor of my chamber. I couldn't sit still. Hell, there was no way I could even fall asleep. The loud growls and howling penetrated through the wall of my chamber. At every painful howl, I felt pain, as if something in my chest was being ripped out.I had no idea what was going on out there, but with how Morgan's broken gaze held so much pain and fear, it was something really dangerous. My heart kept on racing, thinking about Killian. Somehow, I felt as though those thundering growls were his. It was like he was in some kind of pain. They sounded so desperate, almost like a broken cry for help.My legs collapsed on the humid floor at the thought of Killian in pain. God, I need to get to him.I needed to see Killian so desperately. My legs charged with unrecognizable energy, and I was up on my feet. When I left my chamber, there wasn't a single soul in the castle. I left the castle walls, moving into
Sheila's point of viewValerie had just asked me if I wanted to learn the truth. The truth? About what? Deep down, I wanted to know the truth about everything that was going on. It seemed as though a lot was being hidden from me.I followed behind Valerie as quietly as possible into her spell room as my thoughts played on in my head. For some reason, the room felt as cold as ice. I could feel chills running down my spine and there wasn't even a single window left open. It could just be because I knew whatever truth the witch was about to tell me couldn't be pleasant, whatever it may have been."What is it you want to know?" She jogged me out of my thoughts with her question."Everything that is being hidden from me about the pack and Killian. I need to know exactly what happened tonight." I paused, crossing my hands to warm myself up. "Valerie, Killian was utterly–" I was struggling to find the right words."Different," Valerie offered.I nodded. Feeling my legs growing weak."What yo
Killian's point of viewI felt a warm feeling on my lips as intense sparks kindled within me. Slowly, my eyes pushed open, and the first thing they found was Sheila's face, inches away from mine. Her warm, slender hands were over me.She pulled her eyes open and they connected with mine.Her eyes went round, her lips stole a smile. "Killian," she called softly, and I looked around to realize we were in my chamber.How did I get here?I couldn't remember anything from the time I was in the cave with Thea.My eyes broadened, recalling the demon took control over me, but everything after that I couldn't remember.The door squeaked open, Morgan came in, and beside him was Allen. Thea raced through the door, and in seconds she was in my arms."Killian I'm so happy you're fine." Thea's tear-stained face pulled closer to mine, and she kissed me right in front of my mate. From the corner of my eyes, I noticed Sheila become still, before exiting the room.My eyes drifted to my brother and Alle
Killian's point of viewI stood frozen. It was like every blood in my body had drained. I felt so numb to the pain that choked my chest. My eyes scanned Sheila's face, pausing on her lips, then back to her eyes. My brows furrowed confusedly at her, observing her as if contemplating if Sheila was seriously just rejecting me.Her firm gaze and solemnity told me that she meant every bloody word she said. She rejected me. But it's completely useless if I don't accept her rejection.The pain in my chest slowly morphed into anger.I laughed. I let go of her as my lips kept releasing laughter, which caused tears to form in my eyes.My laughter couldn't stop. I found Sheila staring intently at me in confusion, wondering what I found so funny.In a terrifying manner, I gripped her, slamming her against the wall. My death grip was firm on her shoulders.Sheila tried to escape my grip, but it was next to impossible. Her eyes snapped back at me in a rage. "Let me go!"My eyes grew darker, and rag