(Author's POV)The days sluggishly were spent for Anna. Although she enjoyed her company with Oliver her mind remained occupied with Asher's thoughts.It had been days since he had contacted her, making her wonder how bad the situation was back at his pack.Did something happen? What could be keeping him so busy?In the loneliness of her nights, she couldn't help but miss his touch and rugged body. The way he had licked her wounds and made love to her. She craved more of that, to be in his arms once again.At times it became laborious to push away his thoughts and work through her day. He was constantly on her mind like a lingering shadow.Oliver wished to play Monopoly, so both of them got out of the board and got started. Just as Anna was about to take her turn, her phone chimed.Checking the message, she found it to be from Claude. It read:[Hi An,I am going to be visiting Howler City on some important business and I was wondering if I could stay with you for the time I am there.
(Author's POV)The greater demon was sealed by the moon goddess centuries ago using a moonstone. It was later subdivided into 12 moonstones and handed over to the Alphas of the packs for safekeeping. Since moonstones had tremendous powers, they could enhance the abilities of a werewolf, or they could break the seal of a demon and set it free, they were kept hidden in safe places.Currently, Asher held six moonstones from among those twelve. John Carol, Anna's father had one which was stolen by Ruby during the attack and was handed over to Shadow Howl Pack.That moonstone was used to weaken the seal of the greater demon, it was a vile creature which thrived in chaos. Since the moonstone had been divided into 12 smaller moonstones. A single one wasn't powerful enough to break the demon's seal. It was only able to weaken the seal and a part of the demon's soul escaped.A deal was made with the demon by the Shadow Howl Pack in their quest to attain the ultimate power.(Asher's POV)The co
(Anna)I brought Claude with me to my apartment. He said he needed a place to stay until he could get a hotel. I decided to let him stay for he had done a lot for me back at The Shadow."Nice place," he complimented while settling down on the sofa with his arm spread on the armrest. His lecherous eyes followed me around my living room as I searched for a vase. His gaze made me feel extremely uncomfortable."You can turn on the TV," I suggested, plucking the vase out of a cabinet and placing the flowers he had brought for me in it. I began to add fresh water."I am fine like this," he said with the click of his tongue and kept on staring.After placing the cylindrical vase on the table, I sat on the sofa as far away as possible from him."So how long are you going to be staying in Howler City?" I asked, trying to divert his attention from me and easing the tense atmosphere."It depends on the mission and considering how long it progresses. I might be staying a while," he answered, his
(Anna)Opening the door I found myself face to face with two individuals who were fast occupying every part of my life.Oliver and Asher.Asher had a hint of smile tugging on his plump lips as he carried a very sullen looking Oliver. The little ones' beautiful eyes were swollen red along with the tip of his nose. He dramatically sniffed loudly and threw himself towards me from Asher's arms. I quickly caught him."Annnaaa!" He cried out and hugged me as if his life was dependent on it. Asher pursed his lips together, seeing his dramatics."What's wrong Oliver?" I asked softly, rubbing his back."I missed your food, I haven't eaten anything since you left. Please, make me something," he told me with a sniffle. My heart ached hearing that he hadn't eaten, although I had instructed the guards to get him a meal and fed him before leaving.Gently I stroked his hair and calmed him down."Don't worry, I will cook for you whatever you want. Stop crying." I placed a small kiss on his head and h
(Asher)I decided to visit Oliver and Anna first before heading off on the mission to gather moonstones.As soon as I entered the house, Oliver came running to me with a very solemn face. His expression told me he meant serious business.He huffed, placing both his hands on his tiny waist, trying to appear like a big guy."Dad! We have a serious issue at hand. Did you see the picture I sent you?" He said, seeming utterly distressed. Extending his hand, he grabbed mine and began dragging me along. I quietly followed, letting him take the lead."I did," I said in all seriousness.Seating me on the lounger, he climbed on and sat beside me."So you understand how tough the situation is? My mate is being stolen from right under my nose. Can you help?" He asked with such profound sadness that I had to extend my hand and pat his head."Don't worry little one, I won't let anyone take Anna. We will get rid of that man trying to get close to her." The belief that she was my woman now had cement
(Asher's POV)I felt the muscles in her body go taut, her breath came out ragged as her scent flooded my nose. A single drop of sweat drizzled down the smooth skin of her neck.With an agitated heart, I awaited her answer and then she turned in my hold. Her green eyes, which were mostly serene like a rainforest, were sharp at that moment. I saw something feral simpering there, something evil. This wasn't the Anna I had come to know. The woman who was also the mother of my child.Without warning, she tried to punch me, but I saw it coming from the side of my eyes and dodged. Another one she hurled my way, her face contorted into rage."Anna! What are you doing?" I asked, swiftly dodging her punches which she relentlessly threw at me. I was perplexed at her reaction, what had gotten her so triggered?Instead of slowing down, her punches picked up the pace, her jaw tightened to the point of hurting her. My heart ached to see such a violent response. Her punches didn't make contact with m
(Anna)Asher's touch was soothing and warm. His lips murmured against my skin but as soon as he whispered the word 'home' something triggered my brain.The images of my father lying dead in the pool of his blood and the mangled bodies of his comrades swirled in my brain. An uncontrollable darkness swept and blanketed me in its hold, making me lose control.An ominous voice emerged in my brain, speaking only one word.'Kill!''Kill!''Kill!'I lost all control over myself as the darkness shrouded me for a while and chaos broke out. My consciousness was pushed into the deep crevices of my brain. As the murderous intent took over and I attacked.A small voice pricked at my consciousness and it grew stronger, trying to bring me out of the darkness I had gotten myself stuck in.It was like a flicker of light beaming from above and guiding me towards itself. The murderous urges began to be nipped down and I began to gain the control of my body and actions.As the swirling dark urges disappe
(Anna)Oliver tugged at my shirt to get my attention and my heart wrecked with remorse and guilt from his words as I stared at him with gloomy eyes.Bending down, I extended my hand and slowly rubbed Oliver's neck."I am sorry, Oliver. I truly am. Next time if I ever lose control, you should stay away from me. Promise, you will do as I have said."He slowly nodded at me with teary eyes and I extended my pinky finger towards him."Make a pinky promise that you will do as I have asked."He brought forward his own pinky finger and tangled it with mine, he pleaded with sadness swirling in his eyes that looked exactly like mine."I promise, Anna. But please don't leave us."Slowly I embraced Oliver, letting my warmth soothe him. He was so sharp and observant that, at times, I forgot he was just a kid. And today I had hurt him, something I never wanted to do. So I told him in a trembling voice, my body was still recovering from the traumatic experience I had."Oliver, my life is complicated
(Author's POV)The whole castle had been decorated with red roses and white tulips. The stage had been arranged in the garden for Asher and Anna's Marking Ceremony. Everyone was busy to ensure that all arrangements were in place.Eden was in charge of all the activities and his anxiety was touching the roof.He could be seen shouting and throwing curses if anyone was found slacking.Not many guests had been invited as they wished to keep the moment private. But Alphas and Lunas of the packs they had an alliance with had been extended the invitations. Former Alpha Lancelot was also present.Asher had donned a white pent coat with a red tie, he wished to match the colour with his mate's hair.Ellie was dressed up in a flared princess frock with all the glitters, ribbon and frills. She held a beautiful white basket with a red ribbon tied as a bow tie and petals in it. The flower girl was all set.Little Ollie was all suited up in his black and white three-piece with two velvet boxes whic
After our victory against the demon, a lot of changes took place. Shadow Howl Pack was in desperate need of a new Alpha because either Kyle was dead or hiding somewhere, we had no means to know for sure.Asher appointed a new Alpha and, as the Alpha King, took Shadow Howl Pack under his supervision so they could stabilise. Many of their warriors had died or were injured due to the battle Kyle had forcefully thrust them in.My pack, Shadow Howl and Asher's Pack formed a new alliance, hence strengthening the trust between the three packs. This was the beginning of the new future.The media covered the whole story of how we both saved the werewolf kind from a huge natural calamity. Both me and Asher were invited to a TV interview which we were to attend before returning to Whispering Bay Island for our Marking Ceremony."Are you ready?" Asher asked, pulling up the zipper of my red dress and turning me to face him."Always!" I adjusted his silver tie, he looked dapper in his three-piece e
(Anna)We were still rejoicing from the battle won when I felt the demon's aura fading. I turned to Asher and he had the same confused look glazing his eyes."Something is happening, we should go check it out," I voiced out, my confusion evident in my words.The Luna stone around my neck began to glow, emitting a pale blue light which let us see the residual energy left behind by the demon."There. Let's go find him and Kyle too." Asher took my hand and we followed the residues of energy scattered along.It led us inside the base which seemed deserted now. There was a time when this place was packed with people going in and out, returning from missions, training, and joking around, and today, it was just empty.It saddened me; this palace had been my home for five years when I had nowhere to go; I found shelter here, companions too. They were either dead or locked up now.The residual energy led us directly towards Kyle's office. We became vigilant. Asher glanced at me and an understa
(Kyle)I watched the battle unfold through the hidden cameras while sitting on my desk in my office. Anna now had healing powers and Asher's strength was unmatched. He was a beast in the literal sense. The way he tore apart wolves and men was beyond comprehension for he possessed the power of five moonstones within him.And Anna, with that curvaceous milky body of hers, she made me hard just looking at her. How I had restrained myself last time while seeing her naked was beyond me. My eyes were glued on her and once all my plans fell into motion, I would have her as my personal sex slave. She would look beautiful moaning my name, and those plump lips of hers belonged around my cock.I was still fantasising about Anna when the demon returned to my side.His darkness affected me, but I was becoming stronger, and the plan I was concocting was essential for my own survival.He drifted like a wraith and hovered over my expensive desk. His dark beady eyes focused on me."Anna and Asher have
(Anna)The veil of heaviness the demon had caused over everyone's heart slowly lifted as it melted away into the thin air. I knew it must have returned to Kyle. Ella's lifeless body lay on the ground,Asher let out a frustrated growl, he was still half-transformed. Stepping closer to Asher, I placed my hand on his hairy back and reassured him."We will get him, don't worry.""He is getting stronger, we need to move and find Kyle. This needs to end today," Asher professed as the dawn began to break on the horizon.We began to advance towards the direction of the base, but suddenly, we were surrounded from all sides by the assassins and warriors of Shadow Howl Pack. They came out of the shadows and blocked our way.Their faces contorted into sinister grins, while some were just blank-faced as if they didn't wish to be there. Most of them carried advanced weapons like long silver-nozzled guns which I was sure contained silver bullets. Others carried swords and daggers, a few had already
(Anna)The next few days were spent in planning and training. The Luna stone had given me the power to heal my wolves. That boosted their morals and I knew it would be easier to claim victory with such a power.Once the training was completed, we decided to head towards Crescent Island with our warriors. Oliver and Ellie were to remain under Eden's supervision. I gathered them into a hug and murmured."Be good, both of you. Listen to your uncle Eden and don't make mischief. Ollie, take care of your sister."Oliver placed a kiss on my cheek with his arms around my neck, he said."I promise Mom, I will take care of Ellie. Please! return soon.""Be careful, Mom. I will miss you." Ellie threw her small arms around me as well and whispered."I will." I kissed them both.They tightly hugged Asher, too, before we left them with Eden.Finally we left and boarded several small boats. We wanted to reach the island without getting detected, hence using Asher's ship was not an option.We went thr
(Anna)A simple shake of theirheads and bobbing of their Adam's apple was all I got in return. Asher let out a hearty chuckle."That's my mate," he proudly said and meandered over to my side, wrapping his arm around me. I melted into his touch."I proved my worth to all of you. It's time all of you do it, and then I will hand-pick my team. Each one of you will duel with me, the longer you keep standing on your feet, the more chance you have of finding yourself on my team. Let's do this."Asher let me form my rules to choose among his warriors. No one lasted more than two minutes. I selected the ones who did while trying to think out of the box as they tackled me instead of blindly charging towards me like mindless hulks.They say to fight smart, not hard. They say it right. It's all about using your mind and muscles in sync.We picked up our teams and training began. Not only physically but mentally and emotionally as well. The demon could manipulate, it was important to have individ
(Anna)"It really is," I answered, gently squeezing my daughter's hand.It was cold there, a shiver ran down my spine as the chilly wind swept past us. I hid my free hand in my pocket and was glad that I had chosen warm clothes for the kids."Mom, does dad really live in a castle?" Ellie expectantly asked. She still couldn't believe it."Yes, Ellie. Look." I pointed in the distance where the spiked towers of the castle could be seen.She watched with starry eyes as the looming structure came into view. Her hands were on both sides of her cheeks."Wow! This is such an elegant castle and place, mom," she exclaimed in excitement and I couldn't agree more.I had loved the unique flora and fauna of this place, the last time I was here.Oliver had climbed down from Eden's lap and rushed back to join us."Do you like it, Ellie?" He questioned with a knowing grin."Yes! It looks right out of a fairytale," she answered gleefully. The guards bowed to us as we entered the place.Ellie began to f
(Anna)"I see," Claude finally said defeatedly. The disbelief was so blatantly visible in his eyes."We will soon have a Marking Ceremony, and then I can let you go on condition that you will stay away from us. You have done a lot for me; just let us end on a positive note," I pleaded with him, and he watched me with teary eyes.Asher and the old guardian descended the stairs. He brought the lock. I stepped away as he locked Claude up and gave the keys to the Altar Guardian for safekeeping."Don't worry, I will keep him here as long as you want. Go save the Werewolf kind," Altar Guardian gave us blessings once again as we finally left the place with me throwing one last look at Claude. He sat with his head in his hands.I was exhausted so Asher carried me all the way back to the hotel. I fell asleep in his arms.The next day, we were to head back, and this time, our destination was Whispering Bay Island, the home of Night Riders Pack; Asher's Pack. The place I had given birth to Olive