I laughed. It was a laugh of despair because I no longer knew how I had gotten into that mess. All that moment seemed like a weird dream and I would soon wake up in the cold accommodation in the middle of the field, with more dust to hit the covers and having a day of pure heat in the tight rooms of college. That didn't seem real.
"I can't explain myself in ten seconds," I replied with a frown."You wasted five of your time saying that, take good care of your next words.""My name is Stella and I'm an astronomer," I decided to introduce myself, to at least win more than ten seconds. It seemed to work because the Alpha sketched a slight shock when dilating his pupils. Around us, the silence was present. "I study the stars, and I found coordinates following the constellations of the zodiac. Or rather, some constellations, because there were many others that I didn't have time to translate.""And what did the moon say to you?" he asked, letting go of my chin. "Duntied did the moon agree to send you here?"As ironic as that wasn't, I couldn't help but give a debauched smile."The moon doesn't speak."The man took a deep breath, warming my face with the warm air from his nose. He was so close, and I hadn't even noticed the approach. I could now say that he was handsome. Perhaps the most beautiful man I've ever seen in my twenty-five years of life. But humans were decadent, and there were no beautiful people after so many years without food and sufficient living conditions."Alpha Randall," called the man who had captured me. And Alfa pretended he wasn't there. Your eyes are now fully directed to the moon pendant between your fingers. "Do you believe that the curse has come true?""I'm sure of that," he said.A collective moan echoed from everyone. A deep regret. I frowned, looking at each of those people. Very well. I had gone from an accurate death to part of an unknown curse. And I didn't know if I was lucky to have made my backpack fall, or unlucky to be still in bad shape.However, my doubts about what the worst fate was had been resolved as soon as Alfa Randall stood up, pulling me abruptly by the collar of my old band shirt. The fabric almost tore.It was made of the most rotten cotton of our plantations and was too worn due to the years of use. Even so, my biggest concern was to notice that the hands in claws continued to hold my shoulder firmly."We have to take her with us," the Alpha announced, and everyone was silent as if showing indignation. "If the damn witch is right, she can tell other humans where we are and what we have in their interest.""What can you have to attract so many humans so far?" I asked without being able to contain myself.This time, Alfa didn't ignore me. And I would be happy if I did because it was very disconcerting to be in your sights."As for the other humans, I can't say, but you..." he took my hand and stuck the necklace with all his strength between my fingers. "You have a way to locate us, and I can't allow you to come back. Besides, if you get involved in problems, I will also have problems. It is better to stay in our sight, even if it is extremely unpleasant to smell this disgusting smell of humans on your skin.""Why would you have problems?""She talks too much," grumbled my captor, making a face. The Alpha stared at him, the man swallowed it dry. "Alpha, she won't survive for long. I can smell the disease rot inside her. We may never reach the witch to reverse this cruel fate.""You remember the witch's words," he just said.My captor lowered his head. Everyone spoke in a very rude and firm tone, but the Alpha had a much greater ability to make everyone submit to his whims.Those final words were enough to make everyone move, some going back to the shed and picking up reinforced boxes, others simply passing by us and leaving the military barracks.I got up before Alpha, staring at everyone who was leaving. It was strange to see him lowered in front of me, and very curious when he raised his eyes to face me. It didn't look like an alpha wolf position."Why did you give up the idea of killing me?"The Alpha rose, and again the sun disappeared from my sight because of its height. Meters and meters of muscles covered my vision. There was no one stronger than him there."Because I can't have problems.""With humans?" I laughed. "I doubt they can find you after leaving me dead in the cruel way you intended. Everyone was aware of my destiny when I left our farm.""What could a human like you know about fate?"I shrugged."I would never have looked at the stars if I didn't feel like I was destined for it."The Alpha performed a gesture that seemed between a nod and a grumbling. So he held out the necklace to me and said the most absurd thing I could have heard all my life."You carry the symbol that an ancient witch had said my mate would carry," he warned, with a deep lamentation. I didn't know what a mate meant at that time, and I felt relieved not to be the target of death so soon. "Unfortunately for both of us, my stellar mate seems to be a filthy human like you."As the pack led me deeper into the wilderness, I couldn't help but feel a sense of unease. The Alpha had let me go, but why? And what was he hiding?My questions were soon answered as we entered the ruins of an abandoned city. The pack moved swiftly, guiding me through the empty streets and alleyways. But as we approached the center of the city, I could sense that something was wrong.The pack suddenly stopped, and the Alpha turned to me, his eyes narrowed. "I can't let you go," he said, his voice low and menacing. "Not now."I tried to protest, but the pack surrounded me, blocking my escape. And then I heard the sound of approaching footsteps. A group of humans, armed with guns and weapons, emerged from the shadows, led by a woman who seemed to be in charge.The Alpha growled, his eyes blazing with anger. "What is the meaning of this?" he demanded.The woman stepped forward, her eyes locked onto me. "You took one of our people," she said. "And now we're here to take her back."The Al
As I approached the cabin, I couldn't help but feel a sense of relief. It was small and dilapidated, but it would provide me with shelter, at least for a while.I pushed open the door and stepped inside, my eyes adjusting to the darkness. The cabin was empty, save for a few pieces of furniture and a small fireplace.I set down my bag and began to explore the cabin, searching for anything that could be of use. I found a few cans of food and a water bottle, and I set them aside, grateful for the meager supplies.As I sat by the fireplace, warming my hands, I couldn't help but think about what had happened. I was alone, in the middle of nowhere, with no way to contact the outside world. The Alpha and his pack were still out there, hunting me.But despite the fear that gripped me, I knew that I couldn't give up. I had to keep fighting, to find a way out of this nightmare.And so, I began to formulate a plan. I would gather supplies, try to find a way to signal for help, and most important
As we entered the pack's den, I couldn't help but feel a mix of excitement and nervousness. I had followed the Alpha here, leaving my old pack behind, but not all of the wolves seemed happy to see me.The Alpha had vouched for me, but some of the wolves still harbored doubts. They had just been in a fight with humans, and the last thing they wanted was to take in a stranger who could bring danger to their pack.As the Alpha led me to a clearing, I saw a group of wolves gathered there, including some who had argued against taking me in. They looked at me warily, and I could feel their eyes scanning me for any signs of danger.I tried to remain calm and composed, not wanting to give them any reason to doubt me. I knew that I had to be patient and earn their trust over time.The Alpha spoke up, addressing the concerns of the pack members. "I know that you're worried," he said. "But Stella is not a threat to us. She has proven herself to be a loyal ally and a skilled fighter. She can help
As we continued our journey towards the pack's dwelling, I spent my days studying the moon's influence on the pack's strength and transformation. I was fascinated by the intricacies of their curse, and I couldn't help but wonder if there was a way to break it.As we walked, I overheard some wolf girls talking about a wolf who was waiting for the alpha. They whispered about how he would be furious to learn that his mating was not among them, but instead, a filthy human.Their words stung me, but I knew I had to keep my focus on my task. I couldn't afford to let my emotions get in the way of finding a cure for the pack's curse.As we approached the pack's dwelling, I couldn't help but feel a sense of awe at their ability to survive in the wilderness. The pack had built their homes into the mountainside, using the rocks and trees to create a natural fortress.I was led to a small hut on the outskirts of the dwelling, which was to be my home for the time being. From there, I could hear th
I sat under the stars, my notebook and telescope by my side. It was my safe haven, my escape from the world around me. As I gazed up at the glittering sky, I felt a sense of peace wash over me.But my solitude was short-lived. I heard footsteps approaching, and I turned to see the alpha making his way towards me. I couldn't help but feel nervous as he sat down next to me, his presence so powerful and overwhelming."Good evening, Stella," he said, his voice deep and soothing."Good evening, Alpha," I replied, trying to keep my voice steady."What are you doing out here all alone?" he asked, his eyes scanning the stars."I'm studying the stars," I replied. "I'm an astrologer.""A really astrologer?" he repeated, clearly intrigued."Yes," I said, feeling more confident now that we were discussing my passion. "I study the movements of the stars and the moon. It's fascinating to me, the way the universe works.""I've always found the stars to be mesmerizing," the alpha said, his eyes still
It was another lonely night in Alpha Randall's pack.I had been studying all day, and my head was throbbing from the lack of answers. No matter how hard the alpha tried to make me feel part of that group of people, it was evident how I didn't fit in. I was still a prisoner, and my human friends depended on my return with a cure that I had no idea what it was yet.I found myself alone in a secluded corner, absorbing the shadows and whispers that permeated the air, much like the stars twinkling as if whispering a secret to the illuminated sky. The scent of pine trees and damp earth enveloped my senses as my fragile human ears strained to catch any sound.Suddenly, muffled voices caught my attention. Curiosity piqued, I decided to approach silently and slink through the shadows. In the distance, I glimpsed a small clearing where several wolves were conversing in hushed tones.Intrigued, I hid behind a large tree trunk and focused on catching the whispered words."Are you sure about this?
The darkness of the night enveloped my body while I rested deeply, immersed in peaceful dreams. Suddenly, I was awakened by the deafening sound of howls and growls coming from the forest. My eyes opened abruptly, my heart beating fast in my chest. Fear took hold of me when I realized that something terrible was happening.I jumped out of bed, my mind was still dizzy from sleep and confusion. I dressed quickly, feeling the urgency in the air. The darkness of the night involved everything outside, but the noises of the fight guided me through the forest. I moved with caution, trying not to draw attention.As I got closer, the battle came to life before my eyes. Alfa Randall's pack was being attacked by another pack, and a frenzy of violence filled the air. My heart broke when I saw my companions being overcome in number and strength. I knew I needed to help, but I also feared for my safety.A shiver ran down my spine and, knowing that I couldn't stand still, I ran toward chaos, desperat
The night was shrouded in darkness, with the moon casting an ethereal glow on the surrounding wilderness. I was alone, sitting on a piece of moss, my eyes fixed on the celestial carpet above me. I became obsessed with studying the stars, finding consolation and a sense of familiarity in their sparkling glow. Little did I know that tonight, under their watchful eye, I would stumble over secrets that would shake my world.The night had started like any other. After a tense battle against rival wolves, the pack that had kidnapped me retreated to the camp. As a prisoner, I was expected to follow all orders, but my fascination with the night sky was an escape from the reality of my situation.Earlier, we had shared a meal together, a mixture of camaraderie and restlessness hovering in the air. I couldn't deny the growing connection I felt for Randall, the Alpha of the pack. His imposing presence and fierce loyalty had awakened something inside me, despite our unusual circumstances.As I im