DEVYN’S POVCarrying her in my arms, she nestled into my chest and I felt my heart racing, certain she could hear its rapid beats.An unfamiliar sensation stirred in my heart as I felt held onto her petite frame, one I couldn't quite grasp or explain.Glancing at her, I couldn't get over how fragile she felt in my arms. The moment I found her submerged in the water, my heart had threatened to leap out of my chest. I hurried to her faster than I could comprehend.Yet, when I pulled her out, she glowered at me with those enchanting amber eyes, as if mad that I had pulled her out of the water.I didn't register the exact moment I kissed her. As she yelled, pounding against my chest, I allowed it. But when she gazed at me, impulsively, I pulled her closer, crashing my lips into hers.Her vulnerability had always amused me, and I meant that in a malicious way. Taunting her was a game to me. Yet, when she looked at me with tears streaming down her face, a painful pang struck my heart.As I
GINA’S POVI woke up in Devyn’s room, expecting to find him asleep beside me, but he wasn’t there. Rising from the bed, I sat up, stretched, and noticed I was the only one in the room.As my hand moved to my neck, surprise coursed through me when I felt the necklace lying on my neck—I was certain I had tossed it in the lake. The only explanation was that Devyn had gone back to get it.I found that thoughtful and creepy at the same time.Stepping off the bed, I walked up to the window and peered outside. Squinting against the morning sun as its rays hit my eyes, I observed the airy day, listening to birds chirping and the sounds of children playing nearby. Looking around, I noticed Devyn’s car wasn’t in the area, which was surprising considering how early it was.Walking away from the window, I looked around his room as an idea popped into my mind. Since he wasn’t here, and I wasn't sure I could get another chance like this, I decided to snoop around and see if I could find anything i
The next day was filled with fun. While Liam and Wilona didn’t spend the night before, Praya did, and I appreciated the company. I never felt alone when she was there with me.I tried to convince her countless times to sleep in the room with me, but she refused and chose to sleep on the sofa in the living room. As I went downstairs for breakfast, Liam and Wilona were already there, enjoying the meal Lucia had prepared. We spent the entire day indoors, watching movies, playing games, and having a great time. It felt like spending a Friday night with your favorite friends from college.It was nighttime and we were trying to decide what movie to watch.“How about mean girls?” Wilona asked, and I felt a sudden pang in my chest.That was Kristen’s favorite movie. I felt bad that I hadn’t thought about her for a while, and now that I was reminded of her, my chest couldn’t stop hurting.My life had changed and I was moved to a completely different place, without my friends having an idea
I jolted awake, gasping for air as beads of sweat trickled down my skin despite the cool night breeze. Just before waking, I had a dream— or perhaps a vision— the same one about the red wolf and me riding on its back.This time it felt different because, in the vision, I saw Praya screaming in pain, and the sound of her agonizing screams echoed in my mind, waking me up immediately. It had felt too real like she had screamed directly in my ear.Something at the back of my mind urged me to go downstairs and check on her. Slipping into my flip-flops, I hurried down the stairs, my heart beating rapidly in my chest. When I got to the living room, my heart dropped when there was no sign of her or anyone else in the room.There was one place to check, and I had a strong feeling I was going to find her there. Without hesitation, I swung the entrance door open, and the cold night breeze immediately sent shivers down my spine. Preparing for what lay ahead, I clutched my robe tightly and darted
The red wolf in front of me wasn’t just a figment of my dreams, but a living presence in my reality. Seated upright on the ground, I watched the wolf approach me, gently nudging me with her wet snout. As I tried to stand up on my feet, the wolf lowered its large head offering support as I grasped unto it.As I steadied myself on my feet, my eyes locked onto the wolf’s gaze. Without an ounce of fear in me, I extended my hand and gently rested it on the crown of her head.As I rubbed her head, a satisfactory sound emanated from her as warm breath from her nostrils tickled my skin. Giggling, I shifted my hand to scratch behind her ears, reveling in the softness of her red fur that felt like velvet beneath my fingertips.“You’re beautiful Praya,” I whispered.‘Thank you for helping me.’Startled, I doubled back when Praya’s voice unexpectedly echoed in my mind. Wide-eyed and frantic, I stared at her in disbelief.Did she just speak in my mind?‘Yes I did,’ came her response in my head ye
CHAPTER 61The wolves advanced towards us with their movements predatory. They both had dark brown fur and The larger one took the lead. Rising to my feet, I stuck close to Praya, who positioned herself ahead, assuming a defensive stance with her limbs bent forward, ready to charge.A vicious growl resonated within Praya, as she glared at the imposters.‘Can you tell who these wolves are’ I asked her through our mental connection.‘Jessica and Gerald,’ she answered and I felt a sudden shock course through me.‘Why are they here?’I was met with silence at first, then suddenly Praya’s growls intensified and her chilling alarmed voice rang through my head.‘They’re here to kill you!’A chill ran down my spine, leaving me frozen in shock as Praya’s words echoed through my mind. Without warning, the smaller wolf, which I assumed to be Jessica, leaped in front of us, colliding with Praya. The scene unfolded into a battle of biting and clawing as they fought in front of me. Jessica was sl
As Praya stood by my side, her gaze shifted to my wound, concern shimmering in her eyes. She gently touched it with her snout, and I reassured her by rubbing her temple."I'm fine, don't worry about me."Her attention then turned to Jessica, who limped toward us. Observing her injured leg, a sense of pride welled within me, knowing that Praya had landed a blow on her.Gerald got back on his legs and approached us. Praya made sure to position herself in front of me, guarding me from both wolves. Glancing behind, I noticed the lake directly at my back.‘Get back Praya,’ Gerald’s voice echoed In my mind, ‘Or I will kill you myself.’‘I’m done listening to you traitors. I will protect her from you,’ Praya growled back at him.‘Too bad, I wonder what I’ll tell Mother,’ he chuckled darkly, sending shivers down my spine. In an instant, Gerald charged towards us from the front, while Jessica approached from the side. Two of them were getting closer, ready to attack us at once. Before I could
DEVYN’S POVGina’s life was in danger. I could feel it coursing through my blood to my very bones. Wherever she was, still had her necklace on. Regret gnawed on me; I should have never left her. The business was merely an excuse, a flimsy reason to distance myself from me. There were emotions bottled within me that I could not understand, and whenever I was with her, those emotions became a storm inside me. I thought keeping my distance from her would’ve eased the turmoil, but it only made it worse. I could never stop thinking about her while I was gone. She invaded my mind like a plague, and the distance between us had transformed into a physical ache gripping my heart.Seated in the car, as the driver raced through the midnight roads, my patience wore thin with every passing second.Something was wrong, and I knew I was running out of time and needed to get to her as quickly as I could.“Can this thing go any faster!” I barked at him as I gripped the door handle.My wolf growls re