Chapter 114Lucian’s POV“Do you want more?” I asked Selene.“And I think you might want to slow down a bit Selene, the food is right here in this tent. No one's coming in to take it away from you.” She was taking in everything at a speed I feared greatly might end up requesting the presence of a healer.She glared at me. “Are you mocking me, Lucian?”I raised my hand in protest. “I wouldn't dare.” I thought to myself, I'm just trying to help, but I guess that's not how she sees it.She nodded, as if content with my reaction. “Better.”“And besides, what are you still doing here in my tent?” she added. “Waiting to see if you'd want more,”She scoffed. “I think I've had enough, thank you.” Her tone was polite, but I could sense the underlying tension.I nodded, feeling a pang of awkwardness rose in my chest. Was this ever going to end?“Alright, I'll leave you to rest then.” I stood up, my eyes meeting hers for a brief moment before I turned to leave.As I stepped out of the tent, I w
CHAPTER 115SELENE'S POVAs I stood amidst the bustling activity of our pack's farm, my eyes couldn't help but wander to the figure of Lucian, his muscles rippling beneath his sleeveless shirt as he labored to construct the new greenhouse. The sun beat down upon his back, casting a sheen of sweat across his skin, and I felt a flutter in my chest, a sensation that I promptly suppressed with a surge of irritation. Why must I always find myself drawn to him, even after the argument we had just shared? And to make matters worse, he had teased me mercilessly about my appetite that morning, his eyes glinting with amusement as he watched me devour my meal with gusto. I hated that he could still affect me so, that he could still make me feel like a foolish, lovesick child.Determined to put Lucian from my mind, I threw myself into my work, focusing intently on the task of planting the new crops. The feel of the cool, damp soil between my fingers was calming, and I lost myself in the simp
Selena's POV Tonight's sky was breathtakingly mesmerizing! The twinkling stars in the clear sky were simply enthralling,coupled with the sharp chirping of crickets and the cool night breeze, it created an ambience that felt relaxing. Clear,cloudless nights like this were a dime in a dozen as most of the time clouds blotted out the sky. They were especially great for telling stories as they made the whole feeling more….immersive.Under one of the many Magnolia trees that littered the pack grounds an old man could be seen narrating a story to a bunch of kids. He was old Alfred one of the oldest members of the pack,once a great warrior an injury he received had made him feeble. Now he was a guardian of the younger generation guiding them forward.Clearing his throat he started his story. “ A very long time ago…”" How long ago pa Alfred?" One of the kids interrupted with a curious expression. " Hoho,long before even I was born, but let's get back to the story . So where
Selena's POV “After the interlude with Lucian I went to tend to the nightingale flowers. As the days went by they required more care which was a little bit tasking thus by the time I got home,I fell head first into the warm,cozy comfiness of my bed. I was having a weird dream where I was able to actually best Lucian in the training field! I really loved the surprised look on his face and was just about to tease him when a loud knock on my door jolted me out of my sweet dream. “Who was that now?" Grumbling,I grudgingly rose up from my bed with my eyes still heavy with sleep. Opening the door I was surprised to discover Lucian at the door. It was still early morning with the sky still dull. Heck,the sun was not even out yet!However,with one look I knew why he was here, dressed up in training gear he was here to call me out for my usual training. “Come in.” I said as I turned back inside but before I could go far he spoke up. “No need for that,I came her so that we can
SELENE'S POVAs I sat in my quarters, surrounded by the comforting scent of old books and the soft glow of candlelight, I was deeply engrossed in the pages of my worn leather-bound book of herb remedies, the intricate illustrations and detailed descriptions of various plants and their medicinal properties a soothing balm for my frazzled nerves. The sound of a gentle knock at the door broke the spell, and I looked up to see Donald, a member of our pack, standing in the entrance, a small, neatly wrapped package clutched in his hand. He smiled hesitantly, his eyes crinkling at the corners, as he approached me. "Selene, I brought you something," he said, his voice low and rough, as he held out the package. "I made it myself. It's a scent leg cream. I thought you might find it useful."I took the package from him, feeling a surge of gratitude and appreciation for his thoughtful gesture. "Thank you, Donald," I said, my voice sincere. "That's very kind of you." As I unwrapped the package,
Selene POV Lucian stood before me with a plate of food. His face was less grumpy and soft. I didn't know if he was acting or just being good to me for goodness sake."Here, eat this. You missed your lunch which shouldn't have been." He dropped the plate in front of me, his tone strict."I thought you promised to eat properly from now on? You shouldn't go back on your words, Selene. It is not good for your health to skip meals," he scolded."Did you come here to give me food or argue with me because I feel you came for the latter.""Don't turn this into a fight, Selene. You did wrong by skipping your meal. I have every right to be angry at you for neglecting what's important to you.""I didn't do it on purpose. It's not like I had a choice..." I defended myself but he cut me off with a slam on the table."You had a choice, Selene. We agreed that no matter what, you will stick to your eating routine for efficient training. Don't give me that excuse of not having a choice," he muttered
Lucian’s POV My eyes popped wide open, as I felt a sudden pang in my chest. Panting hurriedly, my eyes darted around curiously, as I placed my hands on my chest, I felt a painful zit in my wrist, which I had concluded was the reason for the sudden heart palpitation.Every limb in my body felt weak, and the room took a slow spin as perspiration trickled down my body, this was just a sign that it was time for me to get theirs and the final stone.For every day that I delay, I get a step closer to going rogue, and as much of the knowledge of my pitfall was laid down I could not leave without setting up a proper place for the pack.These and many more were my exact thoughts as I tried to stand up from the bed. My day was already planned and as I prepared to partake in it, something random crossed my mind. I had to bring carrots for Ella’s bunnies today, I mentally added it to my to-do list before leaving.A refreshing wave of air blew over me followed by the looks of a busy pack. There w
Selene’s POVI stared at myself in the mirror. The view of my belly protruding almost gave me a heart attack, it was almost two months, and I could already feel the bump.Gradually I rubbed my belly, as I stared at my reflection in the mirror, I glanced at my side view and how well it had grown in the past few days. I knew it was nothing more than pregnancy bloating, but it was something.I wouldn't be able to hide it after this month and after so much pondering, I have finally decided. He could do whatever he wanted after today but I wasn't going to keep it to myself anymore.So as I wore my garment, I took my plan that I had drawn for the farming project, and a little herb to help with the bloating and nausea before I walked outside, the view was as breathtaking as always.“Good morning healer?” “Good day Donald.” I responded to a pack member who had volunteered to assist with the weight I had on my shoulders, I gave it to him, and I searched eagerly for Lucian, it was already mid
Selene’s POV I went back to my hotel after everything. I and the doctor had lunch that day it was two days in a row, and we had lunch together. He had tried to ask me about my family, which I told him about.Joan properly educated me on my supposed origin, and I did the rest myself. Now that was over, it was time to get my life ready. Casper would be at his home now, probably accepting visitors.Joan told me the celebration wasn’t like ours, it was an overnight thing, where they celebrate on the given day to the next year, and it meant I wasn’t going to have a good sleep either tonight.Now I was standing before the mirror with a bag on my shoulder that could barely hold anything in it, it had barely anything but some ward of cash, but very little to nothing. Not even enough space for a lip gloss against the cold. It was almost useless, but I was recommended it in the store when I went to get clothes, and Joan had recommended these kinds of dresses to.Now I stood there knowing if I
Joan’s POV With the man on the bed and my legs crossed, I watched him get treated, if Selene was here, he would be walking like nothing happened in less than thirty minutes.It was suffocating not being able to reach out to her, and to make it worse, she had to come back today or tomorrow else Lucian would lose his mind. It kept on coming back to me, it was the first time I lied to Lucian about her wellbeing, and I had dragged this little girl sleeping in my arms. I stood up from the bed and walked out of the room. I needed to clear my mind before I combusted.“Mate.” My heart sprang with delight as I turned to the merely empty corridors of the ward, and that was when I saw a man standing there, he had his hands in his pocket. His hands waved at me.The bond shimmered in our eyes again, and my grip on Ella’s body tightened. I feared I would drop her if I wasn’t careful enough."Hi,” he said."Hello,” I responded, barely able to hold a proper smile.He wasn’t just any man, he was the
Joan’s POV Lucian had left and I was in the pack alone with little Ella, she was on my lap as we watched the rest of the pack build their houses, I wasn’t going to lift a finger why?Lilac demanded that I stay in the pack house with Lucian and Ella since we were special guests, which was also good because right now I will lose my mind if I had to lift a finger to do anything.Secondly I know a lady who likes a man she can’t have and she was keeping me solely because she wanted to ask me questions about Lucian. She wanted to ask me if I was the one that Lucian loved. I wasn't but I was willing to harness the privilege.While I sat there thinking about Lucian and all he was going through, Ella played with my hair.“Joan I wanted to tell uncle Lucian that mummy wasn’t around, that she wasn’t back in the truck but I didn’t.” I patted her head.“You are a really smart girl, don’t worry your mom will be back in two days.”“Uncle Lucian would be back in two days too,” she chirped in, I nodd
Lucian’s POV I wanted to go to Joan’s reserve and take Selene, but Joan volunteered to go. I didn’t know how to feel today. I was excited and I was optimistic.Selene was found and fine. Same with Ella who was nope resting on my chest, she refused to let me sleep alone, and after sharing the same room with her at night. I didn’t know what peace felt like till I woke up after last night.I didn’t have a nightmare. The pain that came with my existence didn’t seem so bad after all and this early just crawled on my chest and just laid there.“Uncle Lucian, are you sick?” She asked.“Yes.” I said.“Mom told Joan that you are sick and you don’t want her to heal you.” Yes Selene would say that, but how does she think she could save me, if she does she would take my position and she would die, somehow she didn’t think about that.“Mom would be sick if she heals me, so I have to keep her safe.” I said in the plain way possible, Ella went quiet for a while, I looked at the wall clock, lilac w
Selene’s POV I surveyed the surroundings, the guards stood at the gates watching me with a curious eye. Like it was some kind of thief.They look pretty normal, but then again I would ask who is a known thief being glorified like this, can he be apprehended? Or ch asked out of the state if he can’t be apprehended by rehab rulers of the city, everyone knew he was a thief he was a thief and they still let him leave.I checked the sides. People were moving freely along the side of the street but I was the only one who had remained stagnant, and one of the guards had proceeded to walk toward me.I didn’t move, I let him walk to me and stand before me.“What are you doing here young lady?” He asked if he grabbed my hands, no one touched me like that, I felt violated. But in a space of things this man was bigger than me, he could apprehend me if he wanted.“I am new to town, saw this place and it looks beautiful.” I said and they shoved me backward, I stood my ground if step was here and
Selene’s POV After listening to what Joan recorded, I didn’t know how to react to the feeling in my heart. It was beautiful, it was painful and as I listened to it over again I could tell she was holding tears from falling and it made the moment even more beautiful.Joan’s as everything.The record lasted for about seven hours,till she finished an entire book. I stayed up all night deranged in tears as I wrote the full sentence down.By noon I could finally say something, and I could understand some of the things the doctor had said throughout the day. And as embarrassing as it sounded I might as well have been stupid all this while because most of the things he wrote on the board I could finally pick them up.He did so much to talk to me, and I had used my literacy to stress him out, so today I wanted to love around town, I would visit the mall where I will be getting my clothes and I would visit the hospital where he treated people.At least I knew his name. Jude carpenter.I took
Joan’s POVI panicked, what if someone has taken Lucian, what if he got attacked where is everyone in the pack they were all supposed to be here where are they?“Chief!” Ella noticed my work and she came up to me, “uncle Lucian.” She called out. After so much screaming and shouting we noticed we were viewed as odd in the pack and everyone was looking at us weirdly.I walked up to one of the pack members. “Where’s the chief? Did anything happen to him?” She waved her head. “The chief went to drop some of the pack members at the crescent pack, where the new female Alpha just took one be from her father, we are all going to stay there for three weeks.”Pike…Relief coursed through me, like a calm breeze it soothed my flaming skin. I staggered backward, Ella held me down, she stretched her hands for me to carry her which I did.I didn’t know if I should go to lilacs or just stay here and wait for him, it would be hectic going back to lilac pack mostly that I wasn’t going alone. So I de
Joan’s POV It was a poster of Lucian being shared among everyone in the pack, well more like a drawing of him in his mask, I was awestruck by all that was going on in the pack.A wolf who I knew to be a part of the eclipse pack came sharing the flyer with everyone, Alex, he was looking for Lucian.Selene told me about Lucian killing the fair queen and then the Fae queen but she didn’t tell me about a bounty, or maybe she didn’t know, I wanted to get the flyer for myself till I realized that Ella wasn’t just a a nobody she was the next in line for eclipse pack.Not only should she not be here now, she was supposed to be dead, I turn back so that her back was facing the guard who was hearing the flyer and then I began to walk away, as fast as I could through the crowd yet trying to sync in like a common passerby that intended to be before all this happened.As all this happens the guard had made sure he had share the flier to everyone willing to see for themselves and he left.I walked
Joan’s POVIt was the night before Selene left and I had a panic attack, I had tried to be strong all along, but it was already catching up to me. She went to bed but I knew fully well that she wasn’t sleeping.No one in their right mind would have a good night's sleep in our current condition. Except for her daughter who had confessed to me earlier that it was all a game, her mother told her they were playing a game and they got to travel.Her smile was infectious and even thinking about how silly she was only made my night a little less suffocating.When I left the pack, I never thought there would be a time when I would be the one to sponsor this heist Selene wanted to embark on, nor did I for once think I would feel bad that she was going to be in trouble.She wanted to go on this mission which in my option was the best thing to do, but then again, it was dangerous and she needed more time to prepare.But it’s delusion to think I will everything in one day but there is a lot that