Chapter 2

The loud blaring noise of the fire truck woke Iris up. These wolves have no respect for the sleeping residents. Tucking a robe around herself, she went out to check the commotion. She gasped at the large fire burning at a distance. The surrounding houses too were caught in a fire, but these buildings were located near the orphanage. Iris ran in the direction of the orphanage, a glimmer of hope that whatever she was thinking of isn’t true.

Her heart shattered staring at the burnt building while some firemen tending on the small fires. People gathered around the orphanage, and Iris pushed every one of them. Her boss, Edin, caught Iris before she could enter the place. Crying out loud and finally broke free from his grasp, entering the area, and the foul smell of sulfur caught her nose mixed with a metallic odor. The image of slaughtered children and caregivers is in her mind.

The children who could have a bright future ahead of them and ruthlessly murdering them in the middle of the night. Who would do this to them? Iris stared at Sally’s lifeless eyes in her arms was the book she read for the bedtime story Iris used. Gathering Sally’s cold body to her arms, and cried.

Edin and his wife grabbed Iris, loosening her hold on the dead child.

“Who killed them? I swear if I find them I will tear up their body and feed them to the sharks.” Iris said. These innocent children were killed for no reason, and a heavy feeling rose in Iris’ heart. It was hatred and revenge.

Edin hesitated to answer, but Iris needs to know. “From the sulfuric smell, we believe it was the demons who heartlessly murdered the children and other people.” He replied. Edin was heartbroken when he found out about the incident and knew right away that Iris will arrive at the orphanage.

“Come, let’s get you home dear. You can rest in our guest room and we’ll tell you when the bodies are ready for the burial.” Edin’s wife, Carly, carried Iris’ soulless body leading her to their home. He exhaled harshly this situation was a shock to everyone. What were the sentinels doing? How did the demons enter the lands of Moonfall?

Iris remained lifeless in the guest bedroom of the Benver’s. Carly checked on her frequently she sighed. Poor girl the orphanage was her only family and those children…what a mess.

“Iris, the burial ceremony is ready. I placed your clothes on the dresser go and have a bath your prayers are what the children need to find peace in the afterlife.” Iris looked up at Carly’s brown eyes. Her raven black hair was tied up in a ponytail, and she wore a black dress. Black the color for the mourning of the dead.

They arrived at the burial many people were there offering their condolences to the families. A total of fourteen caskets lay in front of Iris. There were ten child-sized caskets and four adults. Medicia was present and hugged Iris tightly. The Benvers and the Coffee Howl employees mourned with them.

“Medicia, why did this have to happen? The children have always talked about their future dreams and their words are haunting me.” She hugged her tightly the tears staining her doctor’s coat.

“We would never know when incidents happen. The news of demons has spread throughout the Wulflands everyone is scared. Years ago, they almost wiped out every species in the Supernatural world, and I assume they will do so again.” Iris clenched her fists. She remembered about the Royal Military becoming a doctor seems far away now.

“I want to join the Royal Military, help me get on the list. I don’t care about becoming a doctor I want to exact revenge against the demons for killing innocent lives even if it means death.” Medicia couldn’t believe her words. The Royal Military is not a place for humans, and it’s a world of harsh environments.

“No, I won’t allow it!” She shouted. Her loud voice caught the attention of other people.

“If I want something, I will get it. You can’t change my mind, Medicia!” She could give anything Iris wants, but this request is too hard for her heart to take. She clenched her fists it was too risky.

“The DarkMoon pack’s capital city, Alarick, is not an easy place for a human to stay. Those high-class wolves will not hesitate to hurt you. Stay here in Moonfall where everyone accepts no matter who you are.” Medicia clasped her hands praying that she will obey. Iris shook her head, a sign of refusal. The disappointment was painted on her face, this girl is stubborn.

“Didn’t you say that I have to explore the world? Regain my memories even if it seems impossible? I need to avenge the orphanage and kill those demons. The Royal Military is the only way to achieve those things.”

“Out of all things, why does it have to be the Royal Military? Iris, we lost the orphanage, and I can’t afford to lose you too. Just do medical training, and then you can explore the world, okay?” Once again, Iris stubbornly refused.

“I don’t want that it is not what my heart wants. I will join the Royal Military whether you like it or not. I promise I’ll be careful at Alarick.” Medicia bit her lip, contemplating the answer she will give. Once she accepts, there will be no turning back. She’ll have to contact that special woman and hopefully will be able to protect her there in Alarick.

“Fine, if anything happens to you, please give me a call. The woman who saved you might kill me for this.” She murmured the last words Iris was not able to catch them.

Iris smiled in joy when she accepted her request. She promised herself that she will become stronger than any other wolves, and they will learn to respect her.

Edin approached them. “I used to train a lot in the military maybe I can train you while the Royal Military application is closed.” Iris smiled in gratitude. She would need body training. That entire place will be full of strong wolves and must be on par with their strength and skills.

“Oh my, the great Edin Benver, a military wolf general, is out of the shadows.” Carly teased her husband. We laughed when he blushed.

The bodies are now buried in a cemetery. We offered our prayers to the Moon gods that their souls may rest in peace. A small tear slides down her cheek, she will miss the warm feeling of home. The children’s laughter while messing with the caregivers. There will always be a reason for their deaths and she must find out the truth.

While walking around the once burnt orphanage her heart ached. They were her only family and the demons took them away from her. Unaware of her surroundings, a man slowly approached the woman and clasped his hand on her mouth preventing Iris from screaming. Taking out a handkerchief, the man pushed it to her nose inhaling the sleep induced scented drug. Her mind went hazy she could see a man with red-hair before her vision darkened.

Waking up with a jolt Iris looked around the unfamiliar interior of a car. Until she remembered that someone attempted to kidnap her she screeched upon seeing the red-haired customer. 

"I was wondering when you were going to wake up." He said while pulling off the business tie and unclasped few buttons of his shirt. Her eyes widened seeing his well-built body exposed to her innocent sight. 

"W-What do you want from me?" She stuttered her dress rode up a large flesh of thighs bared to the man's eyes. He licked his lips and crawled on top of Iris, inhaling the sweet scent the man's wolf became addicted for this human girl. Iris tried her best to push him away her hands touching his warm and hard chest. She shuddered when he roamed his hand over her thighs and kissed a sweet spot of her neck. 

"I just wanted to taste you...and eat you." He whispered while continuing his assault on her body. She was supposed to fight him off but her body sensations betrayed her. Filled with desire and need this man is making her go crazy. Cursing at herself for wearing a dress the large, warm hand rode higher towards the edge of her underwear. She gasped and held on to his shoulder when he licked her neck. "You taste and smell delicious when the time comes I will come back and consume you, my little human." 

Her mind was still in a daze he kissed her neck and another man opened the door for her. It must be the driver. "I'll see you soon." He released me and let me go. That's it? Iris gaped at him she thought he was going to rape her or something. "Don't look at me like that, little  human. You're not ready I will wait until you are ripe for my taking." Taking her hand and left a kiss on it, a promise that will happen soon.

Iris watched as the car drove away her legs wobbled and collapsed on the ground. The mysterious man's touch left her body shaking from desire. Shame and embarrassment she cursed herself for losing control of her mind. The promise...is he really going to fulfill it?