Scarlett opened her eyes to find Simon sleeping next to her. She gasped and jerked herself up. How did she get there? And with him? She pondered. She remembered last night. They'd both had a drink. They were drinking from the same bottle and passing it back and forth. They'd both had a conversation along the way. Scarlett scratched her head, trying to recall what it was. Then, all of a sudden, Simon's words began to echo in her head.She had said this while taking a large gulp of gin. It burned her throat. "I still have so many things to say to you. I still have so many questions."But Simon had interrupted. "Would you have invited me to this party if Mia hadn't invited me? Be honest.""No." Scarlett shook her head. "No. I wouldn't. Simon, you and I fought. It's only fair that I chase you away from me so that both of us can heal from our wounds."Simon gave her a look that said, "I can't heal because you're the first girl I've ever loved." He took the gin from Scarlett and placed it i
"So what time are we supposed to go over there?" Cornelia asked. They had arrived in the evening after receiving a call from Scarlett about the mission.Scarlett cast a glance over at Mia. "What do you think?" She has started to listen to Latifah's advice about Mia. That morning, after breakfast, Scarlett excused herself to Mia's room to talk about last night. She was curious as to why Mia would plan all of this. She knew it wasn't because Mia encouraged her relationship with Simon.Mia had stated. "I just assumed bringing Simon over would irritate you. And, much to my surprise, it did not. What exactly happened there? Did you rekindle your love?"Scarlett did not respond right away. She was thinking about what Simon had said to her the night before. She extended her hand to shake Mia's hand. "Can we call a truce now that you've exacted your revenge on me?"Mia was taken aback. "Just like that? You're not going to get even with me?" Scarlett shook her head. "That is no fun, Scarlett."
Augusta followed Scarlett's car from a safe distance. She has been following them ever since she received a call from Latifah. Augusta was made aware of October's departure. This is the only time she can keep an eye on what her nephew is up to. Latifah being assigned as their maid was Augusta's choice. Making Latifah's payment double if she tells her everything that happens at the O'Hara mansion. She came to a halt and watched Scarlett and the girls get out of the car.Scarlett gasped when she saw the building. They'd taken a road that was not well known in society. The Organisation was located deep deep. Taxis were unable to reach the location. Only cars owned by the members or the family. "This is really big.""What do you suppose they do on the inside?" Avery asked Mia."Some kind of ritual? I couldn't stay till the end."While the girls were talking, Augusta took a sandwich from her bag and began to eat. She had always wanted Scarlett to know about her family, but she never imagin
Scarlett yawned as she rolled out of bed in the morning. It was a short night, but today will be a busy one. Scarlett opened the curtain, allowing light into her room. Cornelia's leg rested on Avery's, causing both of them to grumble."Is it morning already?" Cornelia asked."Yes. It's time to get to work. You girls can go back to sleep once we're finished." They'd return home around 2:30 a.m. and talk some more before retiring around 4 a.m. Scarlett sat on the bed, flipping open the book. She flashed the UV light on it and kept reading.Mia entered through the open door, holding a tray. She set it on the table and looked over at Avery and Cornelia. "They're still sleeping." Mia turned her gaze to Scarlett. "This is breakfast." Mia put her hands around her waist. "Did you discover anything?""Not at all. However, there are far too many names here." She put the book down. "Grandfather is simply sending these people to their deaths.""I wish there was something we could do."Belly enter
"I'm saying you hurt me, Simon, but I still love you." Her gaze was fixed on him for an extended period of time. "I have always loved you."Simon locked his gaze on Scarlett for a few moments. He was still in a state of shock. Her words were direct, but he'd always known Scarlett to be this way. Very blunt. Her words sounded genuine, and he was relieved he hadn't ruined it for them both. He was relieved that she had returned to him. Simon couldn't stop smiling.He wanted to scream and jump and shout at the top of his lungs, telling her how much he loved her, telling the world how much he loved Scarlett O'Hara, but instead he remained calm and smiled. He reached for her hands and patted them gently. "Really?" She looked so beautiful in her red hair. Just like the way Devil was attracted to her the first day he saw her, he is attracted to her more than ever now.Scarlett nodded. "Yes. Really." She would have run into his arms and kissed him if Mace hadn't been there. Scarlett locked her
Scarlett wanted to get out of his bed, thinking he was finished. "Don't move." He said calmly and kissed her again. Kissing her until she felt dizzy with longing. "I want you here." He completed. He told her why he wanted her in his bed, naked beneath the faded quilt, and Scarlett's eyes closed for a moment at that delicious image."You are really good with words, Simon Martin." Scarlett said as Simon got out of bed. She wanted him.He grinned. "I will be right back." He turned off the light as he lit the candles. Scarlett was filled with questions as she watched him. He had all of this in his house? But since when? She'd never thought of him as a romantic. Simon noticed her gaze on him and turned to face her. "You're doing that eyes thing again.""What eyes?""The one with you looking shocked.""I am shocked. How...when...where...there are so many questions on my mind.""It doesn't matter. All that matters is that you're here with me." He'd purchased those candles during the moon fes
Scarlett was standing right in front of the bathtub, which was filled with milk and roses. As she felt Simon's hand around her, a smile formed on her lips. He kissed her neck, paused, and zipped down her gown. As the gown fell to the ground, he could see her beautiful body. He was tempted, but he tried to stay focused. Scarlett O'Hara will be crowned Luna in front of the entire pack in a few hours. After the coronation, he could make love to her again.Completely naked, he held her hand and took her to the bathtub. This ritual was supposed to be performed by the she-wolves who would serve the Luna, but Simon does not want that. He'd said he'd do it because she'd become his wife tonight. "What's the harm in a husband bathing his wife before her coronation?" he had asked.He took out the sponge and began to scrub her body slowly. Scarlett's eyes were closed the entire time, as she imagined the night of her coronation. Fortunately, it was also a full moon, which meant good fortune was on
Scarlett smiled warmly as she stared at the fire. When she heard gasps from the pack, she looked up at the sky. The moon was directly shining on her."It appears that the moon goddess has accepted you, my love. She has always done that." Simon whispered to her."Now. We come together as a group to bless these lovely couples. Alpha and Luna." The council's chairman cast a glance at Simon. "Please go ahead and put that flower crown on her head."Simon took the crown and placed it on Scarlett's head. It was a beautiful night, and he'd never expected the entire pack to accept Scarlett without a fight. Simon recalled his conversation with Mace that afternoon, following his lovemaking with Scarlett. He had Mace mindlinked to come over for a chat. When Mace arrived, Simon had left Scarlett, who was sleeping, to meet up with him outside the house."I needed to speak with you about something. It is extremely important, and I require your assistance." Simon had said."What is it?" Mace asked."
"Simon. You can't die." She set him on the ground. "I know you're hearing me, and you can't die. I will save you. Okay? I will heal you." She held his hand and looked up at the sky. There was no way she could save him. Everything will be over if she is too late. Scarlett began to cry, but abruptly stopped when she remembered something. She gasped. "The red water." She began to laugh. "Simon, the red water will save you." She stood up and attempted to pick him up again, but he was quite heavy. Scarlett dragged him instead, and as she walked further, the light of a car flashing in her face caused her to come to a halt."Scarlett." October dashed up to her. "Scarlett.""Mom, Mom, Mom." Scarlett left Simon and hugged October. "If I don't save him, he'll die.""You will then save him." Belly said as she ran up to her.Cornelia, Avery, and Mia rushed to her, and Scarlett told everyone her plan of using the holy water on him to get rid of the wolfsbane in his heart. They helped Simon into th
The burial rights for Mace and the rest of the deceased werewolves were performed the moment the moon surfaced over the clouds. Simon poured himself a cup of whiskey and drank it before pouring it over the fire to put it out. Scarlett locked her gaze on him, smiling with the reassurance that she would be there for him whenever he needed it.Simon was curious about Adolpha and Anton's whereabouts. They never showed up for anything. He sighed. "I don't think I'll be able to sleep tonight.""I understand how you feel, Simon. I completely do. Good job in completing this ritual."Simon turned to the pack. "I appreciate everyone's presence. It means a lot that we're all here for our brothers and sisters who died in the fight. We will only go forward from now..." Following a gunshot, a scream was heard, cutting Simon off. He fixed his gaze on Scarlett. "Was that a...""Gunshot," Scarlett finished. "The hunters." She took a look around and could hear murmurs. "Everyone relax," she said."Cyph
"Tonight is a full moon, Father. When do you decide to launch an attack on the territory?" Augusta inquired as they both entered the room filled with weapons.Philip let out a groan. "I can't believe my own family has lied to me.""I warned you that marrying October to Edward was a bad idea. You didn't listen."Philip reached for a rifle. He positioned it and displayed it as if he were shooting something. As he lowered the assault rifle, he made a low groan with a smirk on his face. "We're going to attack tonight, Augusta. Shoot any werewolves you come across.""And what do we do when we find Scarlett? I doubt you mean to hurt your own granddaughter.""Don't hurt her. Just make sure she is tamed. I'll consider her family and lock her up in a lab somewhere in Massachusetts.""She is part of our family, father. She deserves to be treated as such.""She's no longer a member of my family. I'll simply refrain from killing her because Edward, my son, was her father. Ever since the venom bec
Scarlett let out a gasp as she dashed through the woods. When she heard her grandfather's angry words, it came along with the realisation that he knows who she is. But how did he discover this? Scarlett's only thought as she ran in the cold night and almost full moonlight was to go to the territory to meet Mace and stay there for the time being for safety. She tried to catch her breath and inhaled deeply, but suddenly covered her nose when she smelled something bad.Rogues.Scarlett entered through the gate, but there were no guards stationed at the entrance. She took a look around and noticed how dry everything was. Where has everyone gone? She pondered. The packhouse was her first stop. She could smell blood when she arrived, and it was as desolate as a desert. She attempted to mindlink Mace, but it did not work. Scarlett sighed as she approached Simon's mansion and smelled the scent of werewolves.Simon must have kept them all in his house for their own safety. Speaking of which, s
Adolpha could now see the large mansion. She approached it and came to a halt. She took a deep breath as she stared down at the business card that had been handed to her an hour and a half ago. For her brother, she was willing to do anything. When she heard the sound of the door opening and saw Augusta, she raised her head."You are early." Augusta smirked."Where is my brother?""Slow down. Come inside. We'll let you see your brother if you tell us how to get into werewolf territory.""I'm not sure what kind of game you're playing. You wanted the Alpha. Don't you?" Augusta nodded. "Then why are you so desperate to enter my territory?""Just come along. We'll discuss it over biscuits and tea." Augusta took the lead. Adolpha came to a halt as she approached the entrance. "Oh. Wolfsbane." Augusta swept it away with a broom. She pushed open the door, making room for Adolpha to enter.Adolpha took a deep breath as she walked deeper into the mansion. The only thing she could smell were hum
"There are far too many of them, Simon." As he struck down one of the rogues, Mace said. They'd been fighting for over seven hours, and it seemed like the rogues were never going to stop. The more they kill, the more rogues there are."We have to keep fighting, Mace. We can't give up now." Simon said as the two of them backed up against each other, striking down the oncoming werewolf. The wolves surrounded Mace and Simon, staring into each other's eyes and growling angrily. "If you get tired, tell your wolf to switch places with you." Simon added.Simon's attention was drawn to the sound of rattled bones coming from outside the surrounding werewolves. Simon then heard howling and pawed the ground nervously. The scent of this particular wolf made Devil shiver. "What is the problem?" Simon asked Devil."The odour from Scarlett's school. Looks like he is here."Simon began to recognise that smell. "You are right. It is really strong. Are you telling me that I have an enemy of this kind t
"What exactly do you mean, Cypher?" Simon asked."They had the odour of rogues. There are far too many of them.""That is not possible. Even rogues are barred from entering this territory." Simon said. "But if they did, then I shall get rid of them. Mindlink the remaining warriors and have them transport everyone from the pack house to the mansion. This location should keep them safe." Simon moved his gaze to Mace. "I think we have somewhere to be, Gamma. Scarlett's situation can be discussed later.""I find it hard to believe that they were able to come in here. That is something impossible.""If you ask me, I believe someone on the inside tipped off this place." Simon reached for his clothes and put them on."And who do you believe it is?""I'm not sure, but I just want to get rid of them so I can go on with my party. Come on." Simon said as they exited his room. Simon was shocked to see the living room in such a disorganised state upon entering. He shrugged and grabbed a bra he had
"Please don't do this. Simon, Simon, Simon." Scarlett's voice began to fade, and instantly, she was jolted awake. She took a look around and noticed how familiar the room was. A sigh escaped her lips. "Great. He brought me back home." Scarlett rolled onto her back, her gaze fixed on the ceiling. She exhaled deeply before removing the bed sheet that had been covering her legs.Scarlett sat up and looked at the time. When she walked to her closet, her door opened. Avery and Cornelia dashed in, already dressed in their uniforms. "Good morning, Scarlett."Scarlett was taken aback when she saw both of them. "Why are you…"Cornelia cuts her off. "Dressed in school uniforms?" She chuckled. "School, Scarlett. Have you forgotten?""I believe she has." Avery walked over to Scarlett's bed and sat down. She smiled as she looked up at Scarlett. "She is married now, Cornelia. She believes she is no longer required to attend school."Of course! Her friends have no idea what happened between her and
Scarlett hummed softly as she gently washed her body with rose-scented water. The thought of Simon kissing her a few hours earlier was so hard to get out of her brain. Scarlett chuckled softly as she left the water. She grabbed her robe and exited the bathroom.The room was exactly as she had left it. Simon hadn't returned yet. Scarlett decided to go look for him in her robe. They weren't able to spend the night together on the night of her wedding, but they would this time. She looked through the library and the office, but he wasn't there. If he had gone to bring the item he had mentioned to her, it had to be in his old room.She stood in front of the door, took a deep breath, and placed a knock on it. "Simon. Are you in there?" There was no response. Scarlett knocked once more. "Simon?" When there wasn't any response, she placed her hand on the door knob and gently opened the door. She peered in and saw Simon sitting sadly on the chair. His thoughts were elsewhere.Scarlett flung o