Lyra's POV:Thalia and Xander were seated in the garden munching on some dried fruits.While Eadmon stood in front of them and I at a corner.Eadmon began. “Centuries past, when werewolves first emerged upon the earth, they found little welcome among the humans who dwelt therein. In those ancient days, war was the sole discourse. When both clans could endure no further loss of life, they resolved to call a truce.To prove their willingness to coexist with the werewolves, the humans agreed to divide the land, assigning each pack its own dominion. Thus, a pack was stationed in every city across the globe. In Joaska, the SilverMoon Pack held sway; in Criscov, the MidnightBloom Pack; in Zurik, the BloodHounders Pack; and so forth. Each city's Alpha was made its General.In time, the packs began to vie for dominance, seeking to expand their territories. Those with the greatest expanse of land became the de facto leaders of other packs. Despite these conquests, the vanquished packs did not
Lyra's POV:“How nice.” Xander said, then he tossed a raisin into his mouth.“Well then let's not shift from our original discussion, regarding SilverMoon's history.” Eadmon suggested.“You all should continue without me. I suddenly feel the urge to go hunting.” Xander said, standing up.“So sudden, I love having you present.” Thalia said.“Maybe I will take you with me when I go hunting next time.” Xander said, then walked out of the garden. Before Thalia could reply or convince him to stay back.“Let's continue Milady. You still have a long way to go.” Eadmon said.“What more is there to know? Is knowing about the origination of the First Alpha of SilverMoon Pack not enough?” She asked.“Not really Milady. You also need to know what inspired Sir Diamant to choose the title SilverMoon for his Pack.” Eadmon replied.
Lyra's POV:It's been five days and six nights since Xander Blackstorm went missing.Several men have been sent out to survey the whole of Joaska, but nothing to show for it.I heard that some men even crossed the vast border that divided Joaska and Corvus in search of Xander.No one can comprehend how Lady Blackstorm's head is still held high in such a time.Some say that she is not worried because she has a second son who can inherit whatever position her first son leaves behind. Even Thalia believes that to be the case.But one thing is for sure, Thalia and I are not half as worried as Lady Blackstorm is. She is only trying her best to stay calm so as to not lose her sanity.No one should state how a mother should grieve.Few days ago I was able to have a conversation with Havoc Blackstorm. I asked about the success in locating his brother, Xander.And he had this to say. “We have heard rumors that Draven Darkmoon can hypnotize werewolves to do his bidding. We believe that he sent
Lyra’s POV:I tapped lightly on Thalia’s door before I stepped in.From where I stood, I saw Thalia seated on a stool before her dressing table, staring keenly at the mirror.“Your mother has arrived.” I announced, but she showed no reaction.“Can you hear me? Milady. Your mother, Queen Aria is here.” I said again.“Why is she here?” She asked.“Lady Blackstorm invited her.” I replied. “She may be the Lady’s guest but she still remains your mother. You must welcome her.”“Just leave, please.” She pleaded. “You are killing yourself, Thalia. Xander will return, trust me.” I assured her.Suddenly, she turned around to face me, her eyes were red from crying too hard and underneath her eyelids were black from lack of sleep.“Why are you so sure?” She asked.“I am not sure, I am just being hopeful.” I replied.“You have no idea how I feel right now, the man I spent my whole life training to be perfect for has gone missing. And you stand there telling me about hope.” She ranted.“I underst
Lyra’s POV:I did as Havoc suggested two hours after dinner I met up with him at the library.When I got there he was already seated on a sofa, with his legs crossed and his eyes shut.I cleared my throat to notify him of my presence, then I made my way to him.I dragged a stool and sat down not too far from him.“I guess I came late, forgive me.” I apologized.“You did not come late, Lyra. I came earlier.” He said, while staring deeply at me. “I do not recall everything we spoke about earlier, regarding my brother. Can you please refresh my memory.” He added.“You had said that you suspect Clegane Bloodhowl, of Ser Xander’s abduction. But he doesn’t seem to be one who has a keen interest in politics like his father does. Then I asked about the rumors you might have heard about him and before you could reply, the guardsman announced Queen Aria Blackfang’s arrival.” I summarized.Havoc suddenly stood up from the sofa, he began to walk back and forth as he said. “I have heard countless
Lyra’s POV:“I now understand why my brother is mad about you....” Those words kept on echoing in my mind.I couldn’t believe that Xander Blackstorm was mad about me, I walked through the dimly lit corridors with a wide smile on my face. I was about to take a turn when I heard voices emanating from the study, it was Xander’s study.“Who could be there by this time?” I asked myself as I made my way to the door.I stood at a corner and pressed my ears on the slightly opened door.I was able to decipher the voices of the two women in a light banter after a while.“Lady Blackstorm and Queen Aria!”“What would you do if he is not found?” Queen Aria asks.“He will be found.” Lady Blackstorm replied, firmly.Queen Aria lets out a hearty chuckle then says. “You sound like you are sure but your eyes tell a totally different story.”“What do you want from me, Aria?” Lady Blackstorm inquires.“I need you to assure me of my daughter's well being. It’s been almost a week since he went missing, Dr
Hysander’s POV:For the past four days, I have felt nothing but restlessness.At first I thought that it was because I had not seen Draven for some days now, but now that I think about it, maybe it’s because of that strange dream I had.“Would there be another Death’s Eclipse?” I asked aloud.I picked up a watering can and filled it with water then I proceeded to my window. I placed a flower pot there yesterday, it already had steady sunlight, but no water.“Maybe watering those plants would keep me at ease.” I thought to myself as I made my way to the windowI lifted the watering can up in an attempt to begin spraying, when a cat suddenly jumped, landed on my window.I was slightly taken aback but I quickly composed myself.“You will be the death of me.” I said, as I stared at Draven in a cat form.He suddenly hopped into the room and transformed into a little boy dressed in rags.“Be careful of what you wish for, Sander.”He said, as he made himself comfortable in my rocky chair.“Yo
Lyra’s POV:“It’s time.” Gallen announced.“Time for what?” I asked.“No time for questions, follow me.” Havoc ordered.Gallen stepped out of the storage house, while we stood at the entrance.In not less than two minutes, I saw Gallen leading about fifteen men as they were about to walk past the storage house.Then Havoc suddenly grabbed me by the hands and pulled me into the crowd.And once again I perceived that ominous scent, I had no idea who it came from as I was in the midst of almost 18 men.“Make sure you look tired and worn out.” He instructed, as we came close to the main gate.At the main gate, there were two guardsmen positioned at the two ends of the black iron gate.Four were scouting round the walls that surrounded the area and more might even be positioned outside.One guardsman suddenly walked up to Gallen, from where I stood I could overhear the discussion between the two men.“Gallen!” The guardsman called out.“Joeffer, how are you doing today?” Gallen asked.“Not