Colin's PovI really didn't want to be here. I had things I needed to attend to. And more significant things for that matter. This stupid family reunion was a bogus waste of my time; and I didn't even know why Noah had called this meeting in the first place? Because who were these people anyway? These brothers he said? I didn't know any of them? I hadn't seen any of their faces till today?And I was sure Noah hadn't seen them until recently either, aside from the fact that he told me. From the way he was still so unsure of himself in dealing with them. He looked like a shepherd trying to lead a herd of cattle. And I watched him with crossed arms, and raised brows; wondering what he had in mind as the purpose for gathering us here? He sat just ahead of me; thoughtful as he scratched his jaw and ran his hands through his hair. I could see he was controllably clueless, and wasn't making a show of it."Why are we here Noah?..." I asked now. "Really...tell me?" I stressed. "Because I have
Noah's Pov"I will not tolerate any conflict between you..." I yelled, belligerent. "Watch your tongues, and watch your attitudes...we are all valuable members of this meeting and if not, none of us would be present here; so watch your tone as well...""I will gladly watch mine if they agree to do the same..." Colin answered, pert. "These buffoons are growing wings where rags should cover, and I for one won't be insulted..." he snapped.I looked from him to the brothers. And specifically at Donovan. I knew he had been growing overconfident; and for a long time now. I, too, was slowly getting annoyed at his brazen boldness. "You need to respect those above you Donovan..." I said now. "You've been reckless with your words ever since, and even with me..." I noted. "I know you think you have full right to do so, but this is not your younger years...this is the present; and there are consequences enshrined for insubordination in this same time..." I said fiercely.I finished speaking and
Myra's Pov"That is a really daunting task you ask of the people around you..." Fathers voice rang again now. "It won't be that easy to just make all the bad things that have happened disappear..." he said. "Giving you space would only leave you even more alone with your thoughts...and asides being able to see them already, I can guess they aren't pleasant..." His voice was calmer; lowering in volume and increasing in depth. He now almost sounded like the inner voice in my head itself. And it felt so strange. I knew he was my father, and that we were family; as well as the fact that we were meant to see each other's thoughts for our own safety, but I hated the constant intrusion. I didn't like him being able to breach my subconscious anytime he preferred. I hated it even more as it was one-sided. He could see my thoughts but for some reason, I just couldn't see his? Because since our conversation started I had been trying and trying hard to read him. To see what was going on in his o
Noah's Pov"Wait what?" Colin asked suddenly"Did I speak too low for your hearing?" I asked, raising a brow."No, I'm just confused at what you're saying Noah?...you want to do what exactly?" he asked again, frowning deeper."I'm going to stop the feud between us and the Omegas...""And how do you propose we do that?..." he jumped. "There aren't any Omegas even left alive?" he pitched. "That's...that's impossible!"And I became silent now. I hated that it had to come to this; but it was inevitable. Because I knew I'd eventually have to tell him. That I'd have to let him in on the truth. But I trusted Colin, and anytime I had anything I couldn't handle alone, I went to him always. I was back in my seat again now and I rubbed my eyes in a sigh as I decided it was time to finally explain."That's what I used to think as well..." I said, turning. "I used to think they were all dead too Colin..."His face stayed frowning at me strongly, and I could see the confusion in his eyes, yet someh
Noah's PovI didn't know what to say. And I sank deeper in my chair as Colin watched me with eyes surprisingly forlorn. He didn't move or flinch as he actually waited for me to give a response. And I frowned internally as I wondered why he was so curious to know?"I would welcome them as I welcomed the brothers..." I answered. "And I'm already prepared to work with them in searching for more of their people..." I explained. "So if I find more of them it would actually be of help to us; because I'm planning on talking to the Council soon..." I added. "I'll hold a meeting and bring all the Elders together for a discussion on the issue... And the more Omegas we can find, the stronger our argument..." "So I would accept more Colin...only if we can find them..."And as I closed my mouth, his face relaxed back into bleakness. He instantly lost his shakiness, and darting eyes. He didn't fidget with his hands or glance at the brothers anymore. As his whole frame stilled almost immediately, a
Myra's PovI was still squinting at the fog when father hopped down from the carriage following Izon. I hadn't seen him move and as his feet touched the ground I turned, only to see him arching his back and wriggling his legs; groaning in a stretch. He cracked his neck and reached his arms high in the air, then brought them down to his hips and stretched again. Before he yawned and rubbed his eyes, opening his mouth wide."Home?" I asked now.But Izon had moved behind the carriage, and father was still relieving himself from the stress of stiff bones; as he performed several yoga poses before finally facing me and answering."Well...yes..." he said, nodding, as he looked around. "This is your new home"And I frowned; raising a brow as I spun my head around in every direction. I didn't see anything, I couldn't see anything. Absolutely nothing but bushes, shrubs, vines and a fog covered bridge. And my back being watched by two austere and emotionally unstable men. There was no building
Noah's PovI made to move to the door, but Colin flew out his seat and in front of me faster than I could blink. He raised a hand to my chest, holding me back suddenly."Where are you going?" he asked, frowning.I frowned back, and moved his hand away as I side stepped and made room; moving away from him. The brothers still stood just behind me, and had put on their armor as they stared at us. And I grew angry as Colin stepped in front of me again, repeating his question."What's your concern Colin?" I snapped.But he raised a brow and kept his hand ahead of him and towards me still; not planning on letting me pass anytime soon."I'm sorry but moments ago, you said you needed my attention Noah...that you needed me here..." he said, staring. "And now the meetings are over, everyone has to let each other know where they're going next?..." he said sternly. "And especially them..." he said, jerking his head in the brothers direction.I paused, and moved his hand again. This time holding h
Noah's PovAnd I didn't hesitate, or move as a result of his allowance; as I jumped out through the door and out of my chambers almost instantly. My feet pounded on the tiled floor of the corridor in haste, and in seconds I turned and fell out into the courtyard. I was relieved as all the paths that lined in different directions had been made visible with torches that rested on the exterior pillars; and I reached for one to light the way as I marched down the road that led to the cabin.My hands ran through my hair as my legs jogged through high shrubs and past hard bark trees. I could hear mosquitoes over my head and almost inside my ears. Night had come surprisingly fast, and the winds blew colder than usual; making me wish I had carried my coat.My mind ran jagged with thoughts of Myra, as I imagined how she would greet me? But even worse on what she would think of me? As I had left her in a stank and rusty old outhouse of a building, to wait for me. And I had left her there, alone