Cassius’ Point of ViewI suppressed a grin when I saw Addison Parker watering the plants outside their house. Her mother was watching her from the balcony directly above her with a strict expression. It turns out I didn’t have to tell my parents about what Parker did to Seraphine because the principal ended up conceding to my words and gave her a week of suspension for ‘deliberately harming a fellow student’. Her parents— especially her mother— tried to defend their daughter and said that it must be a mistake, that it must have been just an accident but was just blown out of proportion by someone who doesn’t like their daughter.They just embarrassed themselves because a lot of students had witnessed the truth, and no amount of denial can ever equate to several eyewitnesses.When Mr. and Mrs. Parker saw Seraphine waiting outside, they immediately got mad at her. They didn’t notice me standing behind her. It seemed they had no idea I was the one who wanted their daughter suspended for
Seraphine’s Point of View“He’s acting weird,” I whispered to Leilani, who lifted her head to look at whom I was pertaining to.She raised an eyebrow when she saw how Cassius averted his gaze from us, ears reddening. He ducked his head in an attempt to avoid our gaze. I frowned.“See?” I mumbled.“What’s wrong with him? Did you do something?”“Why are you assuming it was my fault?” I asked, crossing my arms and raising an eyebrow. She shrugged. “I’m just asking,” she simply said. “So? Did you fight?”“No. We were perfectly fine yesterday at the lake. He started acting like this when we were in the tree house,” I grumbled, returning my gaze to the book I was reading. I couldn’t understand what I was reading anymore though, so I gave up on it.“Maybe he just woke up on the wrong side of the bed,” she said distractedly. “Or he must have had a sudden realisation.”“What realisation?”“How would I know?”I rolled my eyes. Sometimes, asking Leilani really just made things more confusing. S
Seraphine’s Point of View“Finally!” Leilani exclaimed once we left the room. We had just finished passing our project on the plants, and since Leilani had done it alone, she was eager to celebrate her success. Her partner tried reaching out to her last week, but Leilani refused to add his name to the project. Which is just right because Keith didn’t participate in the research and writing, and only tried to offer help when the due date was near. “Let’s meet at the tree house?” Luster asked.“I can’t,” I said. All three of them turned to me. “My parents have an upcoming operation, and they wanted me to be there to assist them.”“Assist?” Cassius asked, looking awfully shocked. I raised an eyebrow. “What’s so unbelievable about that? I’m my parents’ protégé, and I like healing. I’ve been assisting them even way back in the village.”“No, it’s not because it’s unbelievable. I was just surprised. I didn’t know you were assisting them even on healing operations.”“They do when the oper
Seraphine’s Point of ViewMy life has changed drastically this time around. I became the main target of a cruel, twelve-year-old bully, and I assisted in saving the said bully’s mother. This has never happened before, although I do remember assisting someone else who has the same case as Naiana.My friends looked as unsettled as I was when I told them that Asher thanked me before I went home. For some reason, all of us looked distrustful of what this meant. “A single encounter like that wouldn’t change Asher’s heart overnight,” Luster said. “He’s too thick to take it into consideration when targeting you.”“Not really...” Cassius said, a look of consideration on his face. “Asher is a big asshole, but if there’s something he values more than the ‘hierarchy’, it’s his parents.”I raised an eyebrow, though if I think about it, he must have swallowed a large amount of pride for him to thank me last night. He didn’t have to, because his father had done it already. But he still did it.“Th
Cassius’ Point of ViewI mentally groaned when a helper knocked on my door to inform me that Dionne was waiting in the drawing room. I glanced at the clock on my bedside table, cursing profanities, when I saw it was just seven in the morning.Why is she here in the Homestead so early? I told her we'd go out at three in the afternoon!“Alright, thank you for informing me,” I exclaimed, trying my best not to sound as disgruntled as I truly felt.Pushing myself to leave my bed in favor of meeting my girlfriend, I went to take a shower. I didn’t bother much with what clothes to wear— Dionne likes everything I wear, anyway. Said I looked good at everything. It feels pointless to try to impress her when she thinks like that.I dragged myself out of my room and headed down to the drawing room where I saw her talking animatedly to my brother, who was reading a book and had a frown on his face. He immediately looked up once I entered the room, shooting me a glare. I flashed him an apologetic l
Seraphine’s Point of ViewI know Cassius is avoiding me— being alone with me is the precise thing. If it’s because of his dreams, I’m not entirely sure. So I respected it, because I don’t want him to feel uncomfortable around me just because I reminded him of his dream girl. Besides, he has a girlfriend; it wouldn’t be appropriate if anyone saw me alone with him. Especially in his room.However, my parents are in need of my help in researching this certain plant that they discovered the Silvercrest Pack owned. It was a rare plant, not quite popular on the market, but my parents learned about its existence and wondered what it could contribute to their experiment with a new concoction that could make someone sleep in just a few seconds. It’s been one of their longest running experiments, so they’re quite excited to bring it up again.The thing is, they couldn’t find more information about it. When I asked Alpha Eros, he said that Cassius was in possession of it. Which is why I’m here
Seraphine’s Point of View“Why is everyone looking at me?” I whispered to Leilani as soon as I sat down beside her. “It’s been a long time since they’ve looked at us like this, but I’m pretty sure it’s me they’re staring at right now.”Leilani’s face pinches into something akin to apology and pity. She leaned closer to my ears to whisper her response: “Apparently, Rhianne spread out that you’re the reason for their break-up.”I raised an eyebrow. “She did?”Leilani nodded, looking just as furious as I am. “And most of the people believed it. They thought there really was something going on between you two before, because they often saw you hanging out with Cassius without Luster and I. There are also some who saw the two of you coming to each other’s house. That’s why Cassius dating someone else became such an uproar to the students.”I remember that day when Cassius made it public that he was dating Dionne. So many people couldn’t seem to believe it, that their beloved Cassius Silver
Seraphine’s Point of ViewCassius is dating a new girl. It caused another uproar because it’s been just four days since his break-up with Rhianne and the rising rumor about me being the third party in their relationship. His new girlfriend is one of Addison’s friends from a different class. Her name is Zoe, and she’s actually the prettiest among all Cassius’ girlfriends. She’s quite popular too, though not in a good way. I don’t know why Cassius decided to date her, but I didn’t dare ask. Besides, it completely buried the rumors about me, replaced by the new reputation that Cassius unintentionally built for himself. He’s now the town’s resident playboy, especially after dating another girl just four days after his last relationship, which had lasted for four months— the longest among his previous relationships.Addison wasn’t happy about it, but she kept giving smug looks at me as if she was the one Cassius is dating. She’s just glad that I’m not the girlfriend, though she doesn’t lo
Seraphine’s Point of View“Do you play this kind of game?” I shook my head. “I played hide and seek and other chasing games with the kids back in our previous village, but not any ball games.”Josiah smiled charmingly at me. If I wasn’t so in love with Cassius, and if I didn’t know him from our previous life, I would probably fall for his charm.“Do you like playing tiring games?”Despite being cautious of these guys, I still tried my best to be polite and friendly with them. So to avoid being miserable the whole time I spend with them, I might as well try to enjoy it.Smiling, I nodded. “I prefer it to mind games.”Josiah laughed heartily, throwing his head back. “Who the fuck even likes mind games?”“That guy over there,” I responded at the same time someone behind me said. “Maximus, that swot.”I turned around to see who it was.Augustus Ferrell. The youngest son of the Ferrells, who were members of the Council and Circle. An old family too in this town, so they’re well known in t
Seraphine’s Point of View“I can’t believe we’ll find out about our mates next year,” Leilani mumbled beside me as she sipped her grape juice. “We just met our wolf last year! How time flies so fast.”“It’s been just a few weeks since New Year, Leil,” I said.“Am I wrong? It’s still last year!”I shook my head, not bothering to counter her words.“I don’t want to be eighteen yet...”I turned to Leilani, eyes wide in surprise. “What? I thought you were looking forward to meeting your mate?”“That was before Luster confessed to me,” she flashed a wistful smile. “I wanted him as my mate. I’ve liked him for so long, Sera. I thought I liked Clove, but Luster’s just different.”“Are you afraid that Luster isn’t your mate?”She nodded. My heart clenched at the thought that they really weren’t mates. But... she could still reject her mate. I feel so bad thinking about it, but Leilani and Luster are my friends. I want them to be happy.“I don’t want to reject whoever my mate will be. I can’t d
Seraphine’s Point of View“Are you an enemy... or an ally?”George blinked his eyes multiple times before he burst into laughter. “What are you talking about, Sera?” He asked after he recovered from his laughter.I raised an eyebrow as I crossed my arms on my chest. “Cut the act, George. My wolf is smart, and I know your wolf is aware of it too, that's why you didn’t attend my birthday celebration yesterday.”I just realised it right now as well. For the past few birthdays I had, George is always present. Aiah also told me that George wasn’t really sick. Wolves can smell that. So the only probable reason why he didn’t attend my celebration is because his wolf had told him about my wolf. It seemed his wolf had recognised my scent, I just didn’t know how they knew it was me.He was avoiding meeting me because he knew I’d found out about him being a time-traveler.George paled, but he quickly masked it by chuckling and shaking his head. Unfortunately for him, he’s obviously nervous. “I
Cassius’ Point of ViewSomething changed in the air between my brother and Seraphine, but I couldn’t determine what it was. I just know something shifted the day Seraphine went to the Homestead with me, looking for George. She came to my room after talking with my brother, looking dazed and rather distracted. They became closer, for some reason. They don’t hang out as often as we do but Seraphine would visit him in his room before she visits me when she comes to the Homestead. She hasn’t done that before.It sparked the burning jealousy inside my chest. I don’t like feeling this way, but I couldn’t help it.Especially because my confession plan for Seraphine’s birthday was a massive failure.First, the banner I made was destroyed when I spilled my coffee on it the morning of her birthday. I wasn’t able to redo it again, so I decided not to do it anymore. So I focused on baking a cake for her— chocolate truffle cake. Daniel taught me how to do this when I visited their house. I didn’
Seraphine’s Point of View ‘I hate it. I hate it. I hate it. I hate it.’ I put the book I’m trying to read down on the table, groaning at my wolf’s incessant rant in our mind link. ‘Stop it, Aiah. You’re giving me a headache.’ ‘Because I hate it, Sera! He doesn’t remember you at all! That just means Azi doesn’t remember me either!’ I sighed, feeling bad for my wolf. ‘I’m sorry, Aiah.’ ‘It’s not your fault. It’s that stupid Maximus and Jax’s fault! They’re the reason why our mates don’t remember us anymore! Why we have to suffer these one-sided memories!’ ‘It will be alright in time, Aiah. There’s a lot of time for you to get closer with Azi. Don’t let the past ruin your chances of being with your mate again. Just do what I did, alright? I’ll help you, Aiah.’ My wolf seemed to calm down at that, though I could still hear her growling in displeasure and anger. At least she stopped her whining, because I couldn’t focus on what I was reading. Aiah got to meet Cassius yesterd
Seraphine’s Point of ViewTwenty fucking minutes.I still have to wait for twenty minutes before my birthday comes. Twenty more minutes before I meet Aiah again.Just like in my first life, I wasn’t able to sleep properly as I waited for my birthday to come. It’s like the first time all over again. But can anyone blame me? Meeting one’s wolf is one of the most important events in our lives. The memories and feelings during that moment your wolf manifested are something no one can forget anytime soon.“Sweetie, will you sit down here and drink your tea before I tie you on the chair?”I pouted at my mother. But before I could respond, dad came to my rescue.“Let the child feel excited, Cecil. You’ve been in her place once. Surely, you’d remember the restless excitement everyone feels while waiting for their birthday.”I nodded in agreement while mom glared at the two of us. “Fine, but don’t do that in front of me. I’m getting dizzy from all your back and forth.”Saluting my mother, I he
Seraphine’s Point of View“Welcome back!” I smiled while watching Cassius as he was greeted and welcomed warmly by our classmates. It only faded when I noticed most of the girls taking the opportunity to cling to him.My brows furrowed, lips pursing in displeasure. These opportunistic, two-faced girls! “What got you frowning so early in the morning?”I didn’t deign an answer to Luster’s question. I just slumped on my seat, closing my eyes. I could feel him and Leilani exchanging glances, and I knew for sure they were talking again using their eyes.Cassius wasn’t supposed to attend classes again until next week, but he told his parents he felt like he'd already lost so much time. And also because he’d be bored to death if he stayed alone at home for another week. I started attending classes again a week after Cassius woke up. I visited him two hours before I went to school— which means I woke early— and after class until before dinner.His mother cried when she heard the word ‘death
Seraphine’s Point of ViewThe hidden falls was something that I didn’t want to share with my other friends, even though Luster and Cassius knew about it. I only showed it to Leilani so she knew about its existence, but I didn’t want to hang out with them there. The lake is our preferable place to hang out.For me, I feel sentimental about this place because Maximus and I reconciled here years ago. We rarely come here, but when we do, it’s always memorable.“Let’s go up there,” I said, pointing at the humongous rock. Maximus nodded and he went there first, helping me as I climbed up. “Go there at the other rock,” I told him.His brows furrowed in confusion. “What? Why?”I sat down and pulled the painting materials out of the paper bag. “I’m going to paint you.”His jaw dropped, a look of utter surprise on his face as he looked at the materials I was holding. “I... I didn’t know you could paint.”I shrugged. “Because I never told you about it. I rarely do these, so you should feel hono
Seraphine’s Point of ViewI don’t know how long I was staring at the moon from the balcony of my room. I just came here to clear my mind, but the moon above caught my attention and I couldn’t keep my eyes away from it anymore.Lady Selene... are you watching over me? Can you see what I’ve done to the timeline? I couldn’t recognise it anymore because of all the changes I brought. If you’re watching me right now, I hope you could at least give me a hint if I’m doing things right...But no, she’s not allowed to do that even if she wants to. I huffed softly. I miss Aiah. I’m so excited to meet her again. If she still remembers our first life, I hope she’s happy that Azi remained the same. Though she might get annoyed at the fact Cassius considered another name for his wolf.I can already imagine her non-stop admonishment. I used to get so annoyed at her whenever she did that before, but I just miss it so much right now.“Raph.”I turned around to face Maximus. When did he enter my room?