I followed Raphael up the stairs, looking down at his right hand that was holding on to my wrist. He led me up the stairs and out of the front door of the dungeon.The smiling moon was up in the sky, beaming softly down at the two of us.A distant howl echoed through the night, causing my eyes to jump over to the woods by the two silver poles. Raphael slowed down his pace as we walked past the woods."Would you like to take a walk in the woods?" Raphael asked as he glanced at me over his right shoulder.I looked up at him and each time our eyes clash, I feel something going up and down my spin... it was like a very aggressive chill."I think your people are out on a run..." I commented.I would love to go for a walk in the woods but I wouldn't want to disturb their run with my presence, nor do I want to anger them and cause them to lash out when they see or sense me in their woods. When wolves are out on a run, whether it is the full moon or not, their wolves have more control
I rolled in bed for hours, yet sleep never came. It's been like this for the last five days.Five nights ago, Raphael had taken me out on a walk. It was the night we'd seen an elder wolf near the woods. It was the night he had been extremely close to me, making me addicted to his gentle side in such a short time.And that night was also the last night I'd seen him.That night, I had slept like a baby. The harsh voice was not able to bother me or taunt me even for a second. All I needed to do was remember the way his blue eyes followed me and every single doubt would leave my mind.The next day, I'd woken up thinking I would see him again. I'd made extra efforts to dry my hair so it wouldn't look like a mop hanging on my head. It was silly, I know. But for the first time in a long time, the thought of seeing someone had caused small butterflies to storm my belly.When I left the room I'd stayed in the previous night and took the stairs down to the dining room, I found it filled with ma
Raphael Stars...I sat at the head of the table, curiously looking around the dining room.Why are there two more long tables in here and when did they get them here?Each long table was filled with lines of wolves. There are maybe over three hundred people in this dining room. "Did something change in this room?" Maxwell asked, causing the few around him to chuckle.The table I was sitting in was filled by warriors. The other two were filled by their families and some one the pack members."We brought the tables in this morning. More people wanted to join in and I didn't have the heart to tell them no." Beatrice commented with a smile.My eyes traveled to the door leading in to the kitchen and I wondered if my Zinnia was in there.Of course, she's there. I could feel here first before any of the people sitting around me. It's been a pain to be away from her for too long. Five days was indeed too long.The day after I had a walk with Zinnia in the woods, my informant had cal
Mina Wolf...I sat on the bed, watching as Doctor Bear looked at Raphael wound on his left shoulder."When did you get this, again?" Bear asked without even touching the wound."Why do you keep asking?" Raphael asked from his spot on the chair by the large window of his bedroom."Because it looks bad and it's not healing." Bear commented with a sigh before he shook his head and started getting ready to go in.He snapped gloves on his hands and opened the medical box he'd brought with him."Was it Silver?" Bear asked and my eyes widened.Raphael glanced at me before he looked back at Bear and cleared his throat. The two looked at each other before Bear glanced at me over his left shoulder.It felt like the two were speaking to each other through their mind links. Bear cleared his throat before he looked back in to the medical box."What happened?" I asked, causing Raphael's eyes to once again travel towards me."It was an accident." He replied."Doesn't look like an accident." B
I laid awake on my cell, almost an hour after Raphael left me here. My mind refused to let me sleep.I wanted to know the meanings of the images but I didn't mean to upset him.Him pulling away hurt more than the mind blowing headache that was pounding in my skull.I should have apologized. Better yet, I shouldn't have asked him that question.What was wrong with me?'It's because you're stupid and selfish that you'd rather hurt Raphael to figure out meaning less images.' The harsh voice hisses and I once again agreed with it.'Mika knew what you were like so he broke the bond, not caring if it would kill you. And now, Raphael's going to know what you're like and he's going to abandon you as well.' The voice added.I looked up at the ceiling with a frown on my face. My left hand slowly made its way to my neck and I pressed the tip of my fingers to the mark on the left side of my neck, one that was left by Raphael.Closing my eyes, I tried to block the tears from falling. 'Stop being
I stood by the window, looking up at the full moon, the very second full moon marking the second month I've been in this pack.My insides recoiled when I heard wolves howl in the distance. All I wanted to do was tear my clothes off, shift and go running in the woods. But I can't.I winced in pain all thanks to the massive head ache that was pounding in my skull. It was so bad that it made me feel nauseous.Letting out a sigh, I turned my back to the window and sat down at the recliner chair Raphael had bought me a few weeks ago. It was after I mentioned that it would be a nice place to read a good book.Ignoring the amount of pain that was shooting up and down my entire body, I tried my best to focus on Raphael alone.The last two weeks and a half had been very interesting.After Raphael and I had shared our kiss, he'd stayed with me for a few hours, just holding me and giving me comfort through his presence.I'd hold on to him like he was my life line.Raphael left bedroom I was stay
Raphael Stars...I looked down at Zinnia, who was soundly sleeping with her head leaned on my chest. The peace radiating off of her did great to calm my conflicted mind.I gently played with a few strands of her hair, twirling the red curls around. She's been wearing it in different styles thanks to Beatrice. Our head of Omega has made it her mission to take care of Zinnia.I let out a sigh and kissed the top of her head. She doesn't even move a muscle, too deep in a comfortable sleep.Holding her right now, I felt like I was the most selfish person on the face of the earth.This morning, I'd woken up with a new sense of power. The times I've been spending with my little green flower were slowly healing me.I was making great progress.Knowing that it was the full moon gave me even more strength. Instead of going to the gym for my morning workout, I went out to the field to see my people train.I didn't join the training. I kept my distance but I was still there.
Mina Wolf...I sat on one of the chairs in the front room of the pack hospital.Raphael stood the chair I was sitting in and I could feel nerves radiating off of him.I glanced at him over my shoulder and the second our eyes clashed, he shot me a small smile but I could still see hesitation in his eyes.I'd asked what was bothering him the previous night but he was willing to answer and I'd decided not to pressure him on it anymore. I wish he would tell me what was bothering him.Falling asleep in his arms was great but waking up alone was a bit disappointing. I should probably stop myself from getting too attacked to Raphael.Of course, that thought immediately left my mind when Raphael came to the bedroom I'm staying in and told me that he went to see Bear. The doctor has offered a type of medication that might strengthen my immunity.I couldn't believe they would care enough. It warmed my heart.So, right after helping the omegas serve a large crowd of hungry wolves, Raphael
Mina Wolf...I looked outside of the window, hoping to catch the sight of the moon. My heart was thundering in my chest.I reached up and pressed my hands against my chest, feeling how wild my heart was drumming.Today is the day.Dropping my hands, I looked towards the mirror.Dressed in a floor length, sleeveless green dress and my hair falling around me, I looked ready for my mating ceremony.This scenario felt quite familiar. But the difference is that the nerves I was feeling wasn't from fear, it was from excitement.It's been two years since the first time I met Raph, which was not in the best situation. And now, two years later, with our twins recently turning one, we were going to officially take each other as mates.Even though everyone knew we were mates, we wanted to keep the tradition.Havoc came to get me and the two of us made our way out of the main pack house and walked over to the large field where the ceremony will take place in the open.When we got there, I saw that
Raphael Stars...They kicked me out. They freaking kicked me out of the front room. I paced outside of the pack hospital, wanting to barge in to the front room and be by Zi's side. But angering Monika even more is probably not an option.It's been four hours and the sun was slowly coming up. Every single time Zinnia screamed, I could hear pain in her voice. Sweat was covering my entire body."Relax man, she'll be fine." Havoc commented and I couldn't stop myself from glaring at him.Havoc stood with his arm around Okla, looking all cozy when I'm about to lose my mind.Zi screamed again and I was close to marching myself back to the door when I heard a baby cry.My heart skipped a beat at the sound."Come in." Bear called out and I quickly ran in to the front room to see Monica holding a little bundle."Cut the cord." She ordered, seeming a little bit calmer than she was when she kicked me out.Bear offered me the medical scissor and I slowly cut the cord."Congratulations, Alph
We stood outside of the main pack house, about to say goodbye to my brothers.Last night had been one of the best nights of my life. Everyone had a blast, including my brothers.But now, it was time for them to go back.Their car was prepared and ready to go, I just had to say goodbye to them, which I didn't want to.Atlas looked at me, that same old robotic expression on his face. "Stay safe, Mina." He commented before he gave me a pat on my shoulder and walked away. I watched his climb in to the drivers seat of the car and close the door.I wish he would have at least given me a hug. We might not see each other again."Let him be, Mina. Atlas is allergic to his emotions." Blaze commented as he opened his arms and wrapped them around me.I hugged him back, taking in his brotherly love."Now, make sure you're safe, Okay Mina. Constantly worrying about your whereabouts is getting exhausting." He chuckled before he pulled away."You too , Havoc. Stay safe brother." He added as he gave
I woke up when someone placed their hand on my shoulder. Slowly pealing my tired eyes open, I looked at Raphael, who was smiling down at me.What a great thing to wake up to."Wake up, Zi." He whispered before I saw him leaning in to press his lips against mine and gave me a quick kiss.He pulled away a bit and offered me his hand.With a soft groan, I took his hands and he helped me sit up on the bed.The new room we were in, which was Raphael's old room before he and I started sharing a bed, was lit up.Not by actual lights but by his aura. Raphael felt light and that gloomy cloud that always followed him around no longer bothered him. I was happy to see that my Luna powers workedEven though it was exhausting, the training I had with the elders finally paid off.I looked towards the window and finally realized that it was night time. I let out a startled gasp before I returned my eyes to Raph."I slept the entire day?" I asked, to which Raphael nodded his head."You should have wok
I leaned against the head board of Raphael's old bed as Monika looked at the cut on the side of my swollen belly.Raphael sat down next to my feet, looking at the bloody X mark with a glare. I felt a bit uncomfortable with all the stares. Not Raphael's but the rest of my brothers.I glanced towards the window of the room and looked at my five brothers standing with their arms crossed over their chests and their back leaned against the window."You guys don't have to be here, you know." I commented. "You should get some rest. I'm sure you're tired.""We're fine." The reply came in a collective mumble, bringing a small smile to my lips."I know we're making you uncomfortable." Blaze smiled at me. "But it comes with the package of having too many older brothers. Deal with it." I gave him a playful glare before I looked at all of them."I'm fine, if that's what you guys are worried about." I commented, the smile still stretching my lips."We'll leave once we make sure you're okay." Atlas
Raphael walked around Haden's body and started walking over to me. He took off his shirt and wiped the blood off of his hands as much as he could before he reached for me.Sliding his hands around my waist, he slowly pulled my up to my feet and hugged me close. My knees were a bit weak so I leaned on Raphael, wrapping my arms around him and hugging him back. "Are you okay?" Raphael asked, leaning his chin against the top of my head."I'm fine." I replied, nodding my head a bit.Raphael pressed a kiss against the top of my head before he pulled away a bit and pressed his right hand in my belly.He avoided touching the X mark as he caressed my baby bump. I watched as he closed his eyes and focused on the baby, trying to listen to the heart beat.At the very moment, our baby kicked against his hand and Raphael opened his eyes to look down at the spot.It felt like our little one was telling us he was fine as well.Raphael leaned down to press his lips against mine, giving me a short ki
Mina Wolf...My head was pounding and my vision was getting blurry.The X mark my very own father carved in to the side of my stomach was burning. The second he'd pushed the blade against the side of my baby bump, I'd screamed bloody murder, begging him to stop.With what Haden did to Selin, I knew he would do it to me too.His mad laughter continued as he drew the X, saying that would be the spot he'll start at when he finally cuts my baby out of me.What a horrible and terrifying thing to hear?Everything still felt like one horrible dream. One second, Raphael was walking out of our room to get me my sandwiches. The next second, Luca was barging through the door.I didn't have enough time or speed to react when he marched over to the bed and slammed a lamp on my head.I was too busy maneuvering my body and trying to move away from him with my large belly dragging me back when he'd launched himself at me.I don't really remember much from there, other than the fact that th
I looked down at the map stretched in the dining room. We'd moved here because my study wasn't bug enough to hold all of my people who wanted to help.The bandage on my shoulder was getting soaked with blood but I couldn't care less. Monika and Bear had advised me to rest and not move my shoulder as much as possible but of course, their words were met with ignorance.Rest? No, that will not be possible, not until I find out how they managed to get in without getting detected and how they manged to get out with Zinnia."Maybe they took her to Landor's territory." One of the warriors commented but I shook my head."Landor's territory is locked in." Silver commented, looking at the map with fire in his eyes.They also took Megan and Silver was the first to speak against Monika and Bear's advise. Raphael can rest when he dies, he said. We need to get them back.Silver is right.We've been locking Landor in his pack, preventing anything and anyone from going in and out. I wasn't willing t
Raphael Stars...I walked out of the bathroom, drying my hair with a small towel.Zinnia was sitting on the bed with her back pressed against the headboard, her legs stretched out above the covers and her hands rubbing at her large belly.I couldn't stop my lips from stretching in to a soft smile as I looked at her."Barely six months and I look like I'm about to burst." Zinnia commented with a small pout.She's been saying that almost every night and every morning this past three weeks.Zinnia is right though. Her belly is growing at an alarming rate.Bear joked that she might give birth to a bear. Zi didn't think it was funny. With how small she is, it kind of scared her. Which was why she's been a bit annoyed too easily lately.But, no matter how scared she claimed to be, I always catch her caressing her baby bump with such loving and tender touch.I walked over to the bed, dropped the towel on the nightstand and sat down next to her.Reaching out, I gently caressed her belly