October helped Scarlett into a thick cardigan and also helped her out of bed. From what she witnessed yesterday between her father-in-law and Scarlett, she has tried so hard to distance her daughter from him. She doesn't know why Scarlett fears him now. Her father-in-law has always been a man with a thick face whom everyone feared. "Come on, Mia. Time to go." When October tapped her, Mia raised her head from the phone she was pressing. She didn't want her summer to be over yet. Not with how much she already enjoys the werewolf world.Ever since she visited the packhouse, she has wanted to go back again. Mia groaned. "Are we really going back home?" She hates home. Her friends weren't allowed to visit the mansion because October has some rules about not allowing strangers into their private space. Mia is still perplexed as to why she permits Avery and Cornelia. Perhaps it is because they practically grew up with Scarlett or because their parents are best friends."We have to. You can s
Halting the car in front of the mansion, Mace turned his head to Simon. "You can always use another phone to check what you are looking for."Simon didn't say a word, instead, he looked at the building from the window. "Are we supposed to come here?""Yes. You just came back from the hospital and you need to rest.""No. I am fine, Mace. Except for the fact that I am still mad at Scarlett for trying to kill me. Forget about that. We are supposed to be at the council meeting and not here.""You still have so much time until tomorrow. Besides, no one knows you are back home."Simon sighed as he leaned his back to the chair. He closed his eyes for a while and when he opened it, he turned his gaze over to Mace. "Do you really think she will never forgive me?""Are we still on this matter?""Maybe I should visit her and confront her myself."Mace banged on the steering wheel. "Do you realize how you are acting right now? You are acting like someone that has never been heartbroken before.""
Simon heard the sound of a car roaring in front of his building. As he dropped the book he had been focused on for hours to pass away time, he got out of the bed with a smirk on his face and walked to his window. As he peered out, he could see Mace parking in a spot. "Finally," he said. He had been trying not to get tempted to move away from the house without Mace so he took a novel instead and focused on it so he wouldn't do anything stupid."Get dressed. We don't want to be late to the evening meeting." Mace shouted when he got down from the car and stared at Simon.Simon chuckled. "You know you don't really have to drive me there yourself.""I am going to be your personal chauffeur today. I know I have work to do on the field but I have left them in the hands of my brother." He waited until Simon got dressed. When Simon opened the door, Mace turned his head towards him."Keys?" Simon motioned as he approached the car."I am going to be driving you so … No!" He moved to the driver's
Scarlett woke up to the sound of her alarm the next morning. As she left her bed in her baggy pajamas, she approached the window and opened it, taking in the morning sun that came her way."Why, Belly? Why?" Cornelia groaned as she opened her eyes. She was shocked to see Scarlett. "What are you doing? Why are you up early? You don't wake up early." She rubbed her eyes with the back of her hand."When you wake up very early, your body gets used to it, and it also keeps you fit." Scarlett dragged Cornelia out of bed. Their eyes landed on Avery, who was still soundly asleep."Why are you awake?" Cornelia asked again."To exercise." She found her way to the door."What about Avery? The last time you exercised was when we were 16."Scarlett gave her an awkward gaze. "Am I not 16?"Cornelia shook her head. "You are 18, Scarlett.""Is that so?" When Cornelia nodded, Scarlett studied her body again. "Why do I feel like I am still 16?" She muttered. "Anyways, let's go. We want to keep fit." Sh
"He is so hot." Scarlett whispered."He can hear you.""I know." Her eyes didn't leave Tucker.Cornelia cleared her throat when she noticed Scarlett and Tucker staring at one another. "Hey Tucker. It is a surprise to see you here. Why are you here? What brings you here?""I came to see Scarlett." he smiled at Scarlett again."He said he came to see me." She jokingly used her hand to hit Cornelia. Blushing. "He must really like me."Cornelia rolled her eyes. "Can we talk?" Tucker gave her a bewildered gaze. When Tucker nodded, Cornelia looked at Scarlett. "In private. That means you won't be coming with us.""That doesn't make any sense. He said he came for me. Why are you taking him away then?" She turned to face Tucker. "Why are you here to see me? Do you like me?"Cornelia placed her hand on her face. Feeling disappointed. This new Scarlett is so straightforward that she feels she would cringe to death if she didn't separate those two."Tucker?" The three of them looked at the perso
Scarlett sniffed the minute she released herself from their hug. "What type of man was he? For me to cry this much, I must have liked him or been close to him."Cornelia nodded. "The two of you were best friends. You always do what he does. You love basketball. A lot. You always want to go to the game with him. Always watch matches with him when the game comes on the TV."I thought you said I loved playing chess.""I'm sorry for lying to you.""But why would you guys lie to me about that?" Scarlett asked. Her eyes searching theirs."We just wanted you to have fun. That was all. No harm. We felt like if we lied to you, you would want to enjoy the sleepover with us and not feel alone." Avery said. "We are so sorry that we lied."Scarlett shook her head. "I would have done the same thing if any of you were in that position. I just hope I remember everything soon. I hate the fact that I don't remember anything." As she raised her head, her eyes met Tucker's. "Hey.""Hey," Tucker replied.
"I can't believe this book has a sequel." Simon angrily dropped the novel on his bed. He had been keeping himself occupied ever since he came back from that meeting. Now that he is back, his role as the alpha will fully begin tomorrow. He left his bed and found his way down the stairs. He saw his brother eating alone at the dinner table when he got there. "Flint?" When Simon called, his brother turned around to look at him."You are back," Flint said."Yes. I am back. I was told that Mace didn't let you visit the hospital." Simon joined him and sat on the chair opposite his brother."Yes. he said if I saw the way you were, I wouldn't concentrate on training." Flint sighed. "But he also said that you would be fine.""Well, I am fine. Mace is right, though. We can't let anything make us lose concentration. Not even when family members are sick, about to die, or even dead." Simon smiled. "How have you been coping?""Adolpha stays home sometimes. I only sleep here when she is around. I sl
Opening her closet, Scarlett stumbled upon a white dress. Her hand roamed the texture. She liked it and just looking at the gown, it was definitely her style. She took the dress out and showed it to her friends. "What do you think about this one?"Avery and Cornelia looked at each other. "That was the dress she wore for the mating ceremony." Cornelia whispered. "We can't let her wear it. It has werewolves all over it. What if it reminds her of Simon?""What are you girls whispering about?" Scarlett was curious. Their behaviour has been like this ever since she came back from the hospital. They have been whispering to one another and keeping her out of conversations. Or even breaking their conversation when they get to a certain word. She was getting tired of it."You can't wear that dress." Cornelia stood up immediately and ran to her. She took the dress away from her. "You can't.""Why not? I like that dress. It calls me and wants me to pick it."Cornelia rolled her eyes. Of course i
"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