~Timbre~Xavier delivered the news of Fabian's intention to leave, leaving me devastated. I was aware that he wanted to depart because I couldn't reciprocate his feelings. He didn't want to cause any trouble between Xavier and me, so it was the best decision for everyone involved.While he packed his belongings, I decided to pay him a visit and bid farewell. As I approached his room, I noticed his door was open, and one of his bags was already outside."Fabian," I called out, catching his attention."Timbre," he replied coldly, continuing to pack."I didn't mean to disturb you. I came to say my goodbyes," I responded, and he nodded, avoiding eye contact."Thank you," he said, and I slowly nodded."Thank you as well, Fabian, for everything you did for me. You've been one of the best things to happen to me since I met Xavier. Thank you for being my friend and for going out of your comfort zone to make me happy. I'll never forget how genuine your love was for me," I expressed, causing h
~Timbre~ I asked, filled with confusion, "What do you mean by 'I am with child'?""You're pregnant, Timbre. You can't proceed with this," she responded, her tone serious and fearful."I am not pregnant, Anne. How can you even know? Xavier and I made love a few hours ago, and now I'm pregnant? What are you talking about?" I chuckled, finding it hard to believe."I don't care about the timing. I can recognize a woman who's been pregnant for a day. It's always been a gift of mine. But it doesn't matter, okay? You can't practice black magic while carrying a child."I sighed heavily, sitting down on her bed as I tried to comprehend what she had just revealed."I'm pregnant," I whispered to myself, placing my hand on my belly."Yes, you are. And I'm so happy for you. I mean, it's not a baby yet, but you'll find out soon enough," Anne responded, a wide grin on her face."But I can't let this stop me from helping Xavier. Like you said, it's not a baby yet. How bad can it be, really?" I asked
~Timbre~ I began eagerly anticipating the next gathering of the coven. I informed Xavier that I would be visiting Anne again, and he kindly offered to give me a ride to her apartment.Upon entering the apartment, I noticed that Anne's belongings had been restored to their original places. The portrait, her crochet work, and other items were all back in order. A smile spread across my face as I turned to look at her."You've fixed everything already," I remarked to her, and she nodded with a chuckle."A witch will always be a witch," she replied, indicating that she had also retrieved her necklace."When I join the coven, will I be given one too?" I asked, and she nodded in affirmation."Yes, certainly. It serves as a symbol that you're part of our group," she responded, and I nodded slowly."But I wouldn't have to wear it all the time, right? I mean, I can't simply wear it around my neck while I'm at Xavier's place. He would definitely ask questions," I explained."Yes, I understand.
~Timbre~ “She cannot come in here. She has wolf blood in her. Who brought her?!” The voice came again, and when I looked up, I saw a figure approaching. I could guess this figure owned the voice I heard. I could hardly see the face of this person because the figure had a hood on and was backing the dim lights from inside the room. “High Priestess! I am the one who brought her. She’s here to join the Coven. Her mother is…” “I know her mother! You don’t have to tell me what I have seen!” The High Priestess answered, cutting Anne short. She got very close to me and when she stood in front of me, she removed the hood from her head, letting me see her face well. My eyes widened as I saw her face. Her face looked very old and full of wrinkles. Around her eyes were very black like she painted them. Her hair was all gray and curly. She raised her hand and moved it to my chin. I wanted to move away, but I was still stuck to where I was standing. In terror, I watched her reach for my chi
~Timbre~ After returning from Anne's place, I found myself unable to shake off thoughts about the recent events at the Coven. I kept questioning my role in what had transpired, feeling guilty that Anne might face consequences because of my actions.She remained tight-lipped about the reasons for saying we wouldn't meet again, but I suspected the High Priestess had instructed her to stay away from me due to my intentions.In my contemplative state, I opened a drawer and retrieved Anne's necklace, gazing at its pendant. A sudden knock on the door interrupted me, and I quickly stowed it away again. Turning towards the door, I was greeted by Xavier's warm smile as he entered."Hey, baby," he greeted me, approaching the bed where I was sitting."Hi... Did the pack meeting finish?" I inquired, and he nodded, taking a seat in front of me. Leaning closer, he gently held my face and planted a soft, profound kiss on my lips."I missed you. I could barely sleep without you by my side," he con
~Timbre~ “You’re pregnant?” His eyes widened as he spoke, and I nodded, letting out a wide grin. “Yes, I am. Are you happy?” I asked with a hunch of fear that he didn’t like the news. “Yes! Yes! I am so happy!” He yelled all of a sudden, wrapping his arms around me, causing me to burst into laughter. “Oh God! You scared the hell out of me with that expression!” I muttered, and he also laughed. “I’m sorry, my love. It caught me unaware! I am so happy!” He stood up and pulled me up with him. Standing in front of him, he squatted and placed his hands on my belly. He stared at it from my clothes, his eyes shimmering with love and excitement. “I can’t wait to hold her in my arms. To kiss her welcome to the world.” He muttered, raising my blouse and planting a kiss right above my navel. With a smile on my face, I answered, “Her? Why do you keep using her? You don’t even know the baby’s gender.” He chuckled and raised his head to look at me. “I know it’s going to be a girl. Have you
~Fabian~ Walking into the shopping mall, my hands were buried in my pockets, my eyes scanning through the clothes section. All of a sudden, I heard someone call my name from afar. “Fabian! Fabian!” I looked back, my eyes running through the mall to see who recognized me in a city I just moved into. While searching for the caller, I saw hands raised in the air, waving at me. “Alison?” I called in awe. I wasn’t only shocked by us meeting in a place like this, but also by how happy she seemed to see me. We were never best of friends when I was still Xavier’s Beta. What changed??I feigned a smile and waved back at her, watching her move closer to me. “Fabian! What are you doing here?” She asked, opening her arms to embrace me. I did the same and hugged her, though I couldn’t help but wonder why she was so happy to see me. “I live in this city now. What about you?” I asked, and she raised her eyebrows. “I don’t get you. You live here now? What about Xavier’s house? The pack?” She
The cold wind howled through the trees, carrying with it the scent of rain and earth, a prelude to the storm that was fast approaching. The night sky, once a blanket of stars, was now obscured by thick, rolling clouds that threatened to unleash their fury upon the world below. In the heart of the forest, far from the prying eyes of civilization, a tension hung in the air, thick and suffocating. It was as though the very land itself was holding its breath, waiting for the inevitable clash between man and beast.In the clearing, Fabian stood alone, his body rigid, every muscle coiled as if ready to strike. His breath came in slow, measured gasps, the cold air burning his lungs as he struggled to maintain his composure. The devilish grin that had once curled his lips had long since vanished, replaced by a mask of grim determination. He could feel the beast within him, a presence that was no longer content to be caged, a presence that clawed at the edges of his consciousness, demanding to