LUCYThe knowledge that Cade, a man I once trusted and called an ally, would be responsible for my father’s death haunted me, casting a long shadow over my heart. It was a heavy secret that I had to bear alone, a truth that was too painful to share with anyone else, especially my mother.Over time, I had found an unexpected ally in Maverick, who was, my supposed enemy, and as our new friendship grew, it became evident to everyone around us. The bond between us was undeniable, and it didn’t go unnoticed in our rogue pack.One cold evening, as the sun dipped below the horizon, casting the forest in a deep, dusky shade, my mother sensing my distance and the growing intimacy with Maverick decided to confront me and address the matter.“Lucy,” my mother began. “I’ve noticed you and Maverick have become quite close lately. Is there something you’re not telling me?” she asked.My heart skipped a beat as I struggled with how to respond. I couldn’t bear the thought of revealing the truth about
CHRISThe tormenting dream that had plagued my nights still continued but I had learnt to bear its weight without letting it consume me. It was a constant reminder of the danger that loomed over me.The alpha summit was at hand and I had been summoned by the council of elders through my guard. It was time for me to be briefed on the preparations they had made on behalf of our pack towards the summit. As much as I hated to be summoned by those vile men, I understood that it was a crucial meeting to attend and to gather support for the actions I was planning.In the council chamber, the elders sat in solemn deliberation. Their eyes fixed on me as I took my place at the table. From their expression, I could tell that their attention was focused on the impending summit and the role I was expected to play.“Chris, the alpha summit is by the corner and it is important that you attend as our new alpha. As you know, we need the support of other packs to ensure that our main objectives are met
LUCYAfter bidding Chris goodbye, I returned to my rogue pack, the path felt like a solemn march through a storm of conflicting emotions. The weight of my deception wore heavily on me, I was so drowned in my thoughts on how to successfully carry out my plans. Before I could reach the safety of my haven, I encountered Nathan halfway along the trail.His countenance was full of fury and anguish, a torrent of emotions bursting forth as he unleashed his words at me.“How could you, Lucy? You knew all along, didn’t you?” he blurted.“What are you talking about, Nathan?” I asked, unaware of his accusations.“About my father…. about everything. And you never breathed a word! Is that why you’ve been avoiding me? Because of what my father did to yours.” his voice was laced with hurt, his eyes ablaze with anger.Caught off guard by Nathan’s confrontation, I struggled to find the right words but nothing came forth. I only stared at him watching pain etch on his face. His emotions continued to er
CHRISI sat amidst a circle of other alphas, their voices blending into an indistinct murmur. My mind was a whirlwind of thoughts, twirling like an unrelenting hurricane. My focus had wandered far from the tactful negotiations and strategic pacts as the summit’s discussion echoed around me. My pack and Lucy were the only images etched in my mind.I was surrounded by older and distinguished alphas and was meant to participate actively, engage in conversations, and assert my presence as the newly crowned alpha of the Hallowed Manes pack. Nevertheless, my mind was lingering with responsibilities and the recent turmoil that had occurred within my territory.The other alphas noticed the distance in my demeanor and furrowed their brows in displeasure. They attempted to draw my attention to their conversations, steering the discourse toward my pack and the recent challenges we’ve faced.“Chris, our new alpha from the Hallowed Manes, we were discussing the rising issues within your territory,
LUCYDays had passed by and I still hadn’t set my eyes on Nathan nor had I heard anything from Maverick as well. I was delirious and didn’t know what to do to salvage the situation at hand. I wasn’t sure if Nathan had confronted his father about what he had heard few days ago.My mother too had noticed my discomfort and was bothered about me. But I kept everything from her, pretending to be alright. I still hadn’t revealed the truth about my father’s death to her. Truth was I found it hard to tell my mother the truth without breaking her, it was better to let the sleeping dog lie than open up old wounds.My steps echoed into the forest as I decided to take a walk to clear my head. As I walked, I approached Nathan at a spot, my heart began to race with a mixture of anticipation and apprehension. He was standing at the same clearing where he had accosted me the day we met. The sun casted its ethereal glow on the trees, elongating it’s shadows.“Nathan,” I called out, my voice a mixture
CHRISWith a new sense of resolve, I returned to my pack with the hope that things would fall into place. I, my beta, Glen, and my other guards who had accompanied me to the alpha summit journeyed back to our pack territory. Alpha Dylan’s words continued to echo in my mind, those words gave me the reassurance I needed. But what troubled me more was the mage's words which never left my mind for once. I failed to mention it to Dylan cause I had felt it wasn’t necessary to do so. The air was thick as we rode back to the pack through the dense forest, the distant chirping of birds, rustling of leaves and other sounds of wildlife provided solace. There was a sense of unease in the air as we journeyed like something was amiss.I immediately stopped our carriage and began to scan the environments, my instincts heightened. “Glen, something feels off here. Keep your senses sharp,” I ordered.Glen nodded, his head instinctively resting on the hilt of his sword. “I sense it too, alpha. There’s
LUCYSitting alone in the quiet of my haven, my thoughts drifted back to my childhood. Memories of my father and Cade flooded my mind, the times they laughed together, their camaraderie, and the trust my father had in Cade. It saddened my heart to think that someone so close to my family could be responsible for my family’s tragedy. The weight of betrayal felt so heavy on my heart.“How could you do this, Cade?” I mused silently, struggling with conflicting emotions of grief and anger.My thoughts were interrupted by a soft tap on my shoulder which jolted me, pulling me out of my reverie. Glen, Chris’ beta, stood at my side with an urgent expression.“Lucy, Chris has returned. He wishes to speak with you as soon as you can,” Glen announced, the urgency in his voice evident. My heart skipped a beat at the news. I pushed aside my tumultuous contemplation, bracing myself up for the encounter with Chris. The conflicting emotions of dread and anticipation gnawed at me as I prepared to fac
CHRISThe crisp night air echoed with the sounds of preparation as Lucy and I huddled over a map, plotting our strategy against Cade’s impending attack. We discussed tactics, strengths, and weaknesses of both sides, aiming at fortifying my pack against the coming threat.“Chris, do you think this plan is going to work? What if Cade plans ahead of us?” Lucy inquired, her eyes reflecting concern and a hint of doubt.I glanced at Lucy, my expression stern but reassuring. “It’s possible, but not to worry, I’ll take care of it. We have to be prepared for anything. Our pack’s safety is our priority,” I affirmed, my voice filled with determination.Lucy chuckled. “Our pack? That’s new.”“Of course, it’s our pack. Very soon, you’ll be crowned my Luna once all of this is over,” I said.“What if they reject me as their Luna? Remember that my father is still to be blamed for your father’s death,” Lucy said, her voice edged with concern.I shrugged. “Once Cade is exposed, your father’s name will