Harper chose to trust, to at least rely on her guts and take a leap of faith. There’s no guarantee that Damon’s plan would work, not to mention that they’re doing it in the city. It’s not only an issue of safety, they’re also risking their exposure to the humans. For all she knows, some have already noticed what’s happening now. Wolves chasing after a black car on a highway street. It would look crazy on the headlines. “Do you trust me, Harper?” – Damon askedThe three men on the back seat has already prepared themselves, only waiting for Damon’s signal to jump off. Asher was holding the door on the right side while Anthony was on the left. This has to end. This has to be over as soon as possible.“Of course, I do, Damon.” – This isn’t an issue of trust. It’s the possibility of death and exposure that scares her.Damon gave her a sad smile.“Nothing’s going to happen with you and Hector. I’ll make sure of it.”Harper chose to believe him. Or at least just to calm her drumming heart.
“I know the world’s fucked up with you in it… but you, with your father makes it a living hell. I cannot just stand on the side and watch that happen. I have to interfere. I have to make sure nothing like the Great Rebellion happens again.”This time, Brayden laughed. Hysterically. Was Damon laughing? Hasn’t he realized it’s too late to wish for that now? After all, this is what is happening. Which part of all these does he not get as a preparatory for war?“Are you for real? What do you think’s happening now then? All of this stuff? Don’t you think this is war enough?”Damon was silenced. Perhaps denial of what’s obvious would make the impending truth disappear. Or not. “I see what you’re doing, Brayden… but know that waging war requires a huge casualty. You don’t want that, do you?”“Why wouldn’t I?” And then Brayden got enough of the foreplay. He has waited too long to play this game with Damon that he couldn’t wait for it. He did the first strike, jumping at him with his full s
To Asher’s disappointment, Damon didn’t kill nor order them to kill the Beta. Instead, he told everyone to help him carry Brayden to a safe place. Seeing that the attack was over, all of the wolves transformed into their vulnerable human self. The crowd gasped, but it’s too late to concern themselves of the exposure now. Damon thought they would be leaving anyway. They’d be with the Virgo in a short while anyway. “DID YOU ALL SEE THAT?!” “I CAN’T BELIEVE IT!!!”“I WAS RIGHT! I WAS RIGHT!”“GOOD THING I HAVE IT IN CAMERA!”“CAN WE GO NEAR THEM FOR A PICTURE, DADDY?”Those are some of the words spoken by the crowd. However, despite whatever they said, there’s still one thing they cannot do because of their fear: they cannot go near the werewolves. They were too afraid to do so. After seeing all the bloodshed, they would only be set of fools to risk their lives by putting it in clear danger.“Don’t tell me you want us to take the Beta to the Virgo?” – Asher asked, shock written all ov
Jonathan drove a van, at least it was slightly bigger and could hold more passengers than a usual car. With Damon on the passenger’s seat, Asher, Norton and Anthony were on the first row of seats at the back. The second row was occupied by a sleeping Brayden. He was placed on a side position“Are you sure you don’t want to stop by a nearby clinic or hospital? Your companion has lost a lot of blood from his wound.” – Jonathan asked, looking at the rearview mirror to check on the backseat.“Nah, it’s fine. Don’t worry about him. We have healing witches at the Virgo. They’re specialized with accelerated healing approaches.” - Damon repliedJonathan nodded. So not just werewolves are real, then. So are witches. Looks like there’s a lot of things he doesn’t know about the world then. Perhaps he ca use this opportunity to ask. Whatever he has in mind, he can always ask it now. A first-hand experience would always help him in his profession.“So witches are real too? What do they look like?
Their small group only passed the bus stop and none got off. There were only few people waiting there for the bus. However, that’s not the problem. They didn’t agree on Jonathan’s plan because of the crowded situation of the bus. It is because of Brayden on the backseat. They cannot transport him to the bus… and if they can, how would they explain to the driver and other passengers why he’s wounded and unconscious?Jonathan took this opportunity to make himself appear useful. If they need him, he’s ready to extend his help. It is on this moment that they have no choice that he jumped in to offer his help. And that work. Forty-five minutes from the attack scene at the middle of the highway and they’re still riding with him on his van. He smiled. this is a one-of-a-kind experience he will never forget for the rest of his life. He can’t wait to share this to his students on his next session for class. “Do you guys need anything from the convenience store? We can stop there if you want.
“Here we are, sir.”Jonathan looked around, especially on what can he see through his windshield. It was indeed a dead-end, an abandoned place. He’s unfamiliarity of the place blocked some theories on why and when this place was deserted. He took a mental note of that part. He would do his best to make research about that later. Leave no stone unturned about this awesome experience.“This is where I’ll leave you then.” – said Jonathan. It was easy to hint the bitterness and discouragement in his voice. He hasn’t asked about what he wanted to know just yet. He hasn’t asked much about the secret of the wolves and other things. It was Damon who got off the van first and opened the main door to the backset. The boys, who were sleeping on the way to the area finally awakened. They looked around and asked if they’re already in their target area. Damon nodded and they helped him with the bags on the back of the van. Brayden woke up too. Perhaps because of the voices and the noise coming
Marion welcomed the new members with open arms, literally. He hugged Harper, Anthony and even cradled the baby on his arms. This surprised Harper, being one not accustomed to affectionate greetings.When Marion saw that there’s a wounded man with the group, he immediately ordered some men to take care of him. He will be transported to his own separate room where he’ll be supervised and treated by the witches. He has no idea yet on who the wounded man is.“I see you have arrived safely. I prayed to the moon goddess to direct your path.” – he said Damon chuckled as they all walk towards the entrance of the roundhouse. The drums have stopped. “We were caught up. As you can see, we… we have someone with us.”“I see that. A friend of yours?”Damon cleared his throat. So Marion has no idea at all. He must have heard his name before but he hasn’t known what he looked like.“No. My… my brother. He’s Beta Brayden.”His word echoed as they entered the roundhouse. It took a moment before it da
The kiss was long and passionate. The couple didn’t mind even if Asher, Norton and Anthony have now come out of their bedroom. Norton even grabbed his phone to take a picture of the beautiful scene in front of them.Asher crossed his arm and stood beside Anthony who was fixing his tie. “Looks like someone already enjoyed his feast, huh?” – Asher said, breaking the kiss of the twoThey all laughed, Damon playfully hit Asher on his arm. All of them are now ready to face the Virgo. They’ve already kept them waiting long enough so Damon led them out of the conjoined rooms. As soon as they stepped out, a spotlight followed them and they suddenly became the center of attention. Marion came to meet them halfway. He was with his two young sons who escorted Harper and Anthony to their seats. The newly-declared members of the Virgo didn’t need to be escorted already. They’re family, not guests. Damon, Asher and Norton followed them on the table. Hector just looking everywhere the light flas