"Buddy! Buddy! Buddy! Don't run too far!"Buddy barked and continued to run, as if deliberately ignoring young Vione's commands. He darted into the bushes, startling Vione for a moment "Buddy," Vione murmured with an amused look on her face. She approached Buddy with her hands raised as if to catch him. "Looks like it's time for you to return to the gazebo. Your playtime is over."Buddy barked again, then bounded happily. He seemed to understand that Vione was only joking. They chased each other until a scene caught Vione's attention.The young Usher and Graham were walking in the outer corridor of the palace. They seemed to be engaged in conversation, and Vione watched them from a distance, a faint smile creeping across her face."See that handsome man, Buddy?" Vione asked as she crouched down and reached out to hug Buddy. "Not the old one, the young one. Uh, he's the one who called you Buddy."Buddy might not understand human language, including Vione's words, but he barked with en
Time passed tediously for young Vione. There were many tasks she had to accomplish lately. Most importantly, she had to prepare for the coming-of-age ceremony that would take place later that night.As a werewolf, the coming-of-age ceremony was the most important thing, like an important milestone in one's life. Therefore, the coming-of-age ceremony was a tradition that had been practiced for centuries, marking the transition from adolescence to adulthood. On this night, they would be blessed by the Sacred Elder, and then they would transform into wolves for the first time.The thought of the ceremony stirred a tension that instantly coursed through her entire body. Young Vione took a deep breath and tried to calm herself by reminding herself that it was an inevitability that all werewolves had to go through without exception. She shouldn't be too tense.Unfortunately, something was keeping her tense. Anxiety had been gnawing at young Vione's mind since the sun rose on the eastern hor
"Omega. She's an Omega."Whispers filled the air, sounding like the buzzing of a thousand bees, deafening to the ears. It was all so loud, pulsing in a way that made heads spin, followed by a sickening feeling that churned the stomach."Oh, God. Poor thing.""I'm not surprised at all. I mean, we've all noticed her frail physique all along. So, it makes perfect sense if she's an Omega."Young Vione snarled in an uncontrollable panic attack. In an instant, her instincts lit up with anticipation of whatever might happen. She braced herself and scanned her surroundings with a sharp look. But nothing happened. Everyone stayed where they were, just looking at her, staring at her with pity.The young Vione's growl faded. She found those pitiful stares more painful than the physical violence she had endured from the bullies. A pang arose in her heart, a pain she couldn't escape.Young Vione stepped back. She retreated slowly; her mind filled with a whirlwind of emotions. Everything was fighti
The awe-struck looks of the pack as they witnessed her wolf form for the first time remained fresh in young Vione's memory. They seemed amazed, impressed, and openly jealous.For a brief moment, young Vione felt happiness well up in her chest. She thought, perhaps for the first time in her life, she might be a source of admiration and envy for others.Unfortunately, this happiness was short-lived. Those who had been mesmerized at first now looked at Vione with negative emotions. Some of them looked at her with pity, sympathy, shock, and even contempt.Young Vione tried to hold on as best she could. She fought back the urge to cry. She strengthened her heart, which was writhing with fear. She stood tall, even though her body felt completely limp.One thing that strengthened young Vione was the realization that fate was often against her. So, she shouldn't be shaken. On the contrary, it was only appropriate for her to be able to face the cruelty of fate that had come again.Young Vione
So beautiful.Young Usher was convinced that there were no words that could accurately describe the young wolf, Vione. All man-made words seemed insignificant, unable to visualize the natural beauty that young Vione possessed. This was because every fiber of Vione's body seemed to resonate with the allure of nature, as if she were a manifestation of hidden strength and elegance.Time seemed to stand still. The earth seemed to stop rotating. The world seemed to disappear from young Usher's sight. Only young Vione filled his eyes and heart.Young Usher was spellbound. He was mesmerized by young Vione's silver-white hair and jewel-like blue eyes. He was speechless, hypnotized by the beauty that rendered him unable to utter a word. He was amazed, he could hardly believe that the magnificence and grace he had never seen before was now embodied in real form.His breath caught in his chest and the young Usher felt his heart pounding. His eyes did not blink; he continued to gaze at Vione unti
The young usher hurried away without acknowledging Storm's polite nod. His steps quickened, and he received the greetings of the young wolves with indifference. His gaze didn't leave young Vione for a second. So, he didn't miss the moment when Lewis just walked by, ignoring young Vione.The uncomfortable pounding in young Usher's heart turned into a burning sensation. His chest felt hot. He was sure that Lewis was one of those who looked down on young Vione after the coming-of-age ceremony.The young Usher and Lewis crossed paths. Lewis wanted to greet him, but he didn't give him the chance. He walked quickly, then left the party hall.Young Usher's eyes wandered. At first, he thought young Vione was on the terrace, but she wasn't there. So, he was puzzled."Are you looking for Vione?"The young usher was startled. He turned to find a maid approaching with a tray of drinks. "O-oh, it's you," he murmured in a slightly stuttering voice. He took a deep breath to calm himself. Then he imm
For Vione, time stopped the moment Usher disappeared from her sight. The time portal didn't just suck Usher in, it took half of his soul as well. Her world stopped, everything seemed frozen without Usher by her side.Vione felt her heart empty, as if she had lost an irreplaceable piece. Every step she took felt heavy, as if the gravity of the earth was pulling her down with undeniable force.Emptiness engulfed her, and Vione tried to find peace. But it was all in vain when a black hole in her chest rebelled and swallowed her whole. She found herself buried in darkness, with the only light emanating from the sweet memories of Usher, shining brightly like a star."I beg you, Moon Goddess. Protect Usher."It could be said that Vione never really left the Mystoria Waterfall. She stayed there for a long time, only occasionally returning to Rowena's house when her body was exhausted from waiting.Vione continued to wait for Usher's return. She kept looking at the waterfall, hoping that the
One thing Usher noticed in the brief moment between unconsciousness and consciousness was the gentle grip that held his fingers. With it came the soft exhalation of someone whose scent was all too familiar, Vione's scent."Usher? Are you awake?"A word spun through Usher's mind. Then came the questions that accompanied it. Awake? Have I fainted?Because the last thing Usher remembered was being sucked back into the time portal. After that, everything was dark, and fainting seemed like the most plausible thing that could have happened to him. Then another question came up. What time am I in?That was the most important thing right now. Especially since Usher was sure that it was Vione who had discovered his existence after he had left the time portal."Usher, can you hear me? Are you—"Usher groaned and felt the vibrations spreading through his chest. His eyelids felt incredibly heavy, as if they wouldn't allow him to fully wake up. But he didn't give up and kept trying.Vione's face w