The room seemed to hold its collective breath as Thorian's ominous words hung in the air, his departure leaving behind a palpable tension. Rolf, still shaken by the sudden intensity of the confrontation, struggled to catch his breath.Wulfric, Nash, Lukas, and Draven exchanged glances, their eyes reflecting a mixture of surprise and concern. It was rare to witness such a heated exchange between Thorian and Rolf, especially in their close-knit group.Nash was the first to break the silence, his voice laden with a hint of uncertainty. "What just happened?" he asked, his gaze darting between Rolf and the spot where Thorian had exited.Rolf, still recovering from Thorian's grip, managed to find his voice. "I have no idea," he muttered, rubbing his neck where Thorian's fingers had briefly tightened.Lukas, the voice of reason in the group, spoke up with a thoughtful expression. "There's something going on with Thorian," he observed, his brow furrowing in concern. "He's been acting strangel
Ashley's Perspective (POV)The rush of emotions and sensations coursed through me as Thorian's strong hand firmly gripped my waist and lifted me up. In that moment, an uncontrollable blush painted my cheeks, a telltale sign of the undeniable attraction I had been trying so hard to deny.There was an undeniable fire that ignited within me whenever Thorian touched me, but I refused to acknowledge it. I had convinced myself that I wanted nothing to do with him. After all, I had heard countless stories of wolves finding happiness and an unbreakable connection with their mates. Initially, I believed that the connection I felt with Rolf was genuine, but now, being so close to Thorian, I couldn't help but admit that what I felt was entirely different, something I had been avoiding and denying.Could he be my mate? I quickly dismissed the notion. I refused to believe in the myths and legends surrounding wolf mates. It had to be all in my head.Thorian's voice interrupted my thoughts, snapping
As I found myself in the midst of Rolf, Draven, Lukas, Nash, and Wulfric, their curious expressions prompted a sense of embarrassment to wash over me. Hastily, I rose from my kneeling position and attempted to fix my hair, desperately trying to suppress the awkwardness of the situation."Uhmm, nothing," I uttered unconvincingly, hoping they wouldn't delve any deeper into the matter.Rolf, with a mischievous glint in his eyes, decided to probe further, "Okay, do you play?" His question was laced with amusement.Perplexed, I cast a glance at Rolf and the rest of the boys. "Play what?" I inquired, feeling utterly bewildered by Rolf's line of questioning.Lukas chimed in with a chuckle, "Basketball, you silly. Isn't that the reason you're at the basketball court?"In an effort to dispel the tension hanging in the air, which I mostly felt, I let out a nervous laugh and replied, "Of course, I play," even though it was far from the truth."Really? That's cool," Nash added, with the others no
Ashley's world was a blur as she drifted in and out of consciousness. The pain in her head pulsed like a relentless drumbeat, and her senses felt muddled. Slowly, she began to regain some clarity.Opening her eyes, Ashley found herself in an unfamiliar place. It was dimly lit, and the air was thick with an unsettling atmosphere. She realized she was sitting on a cold, hard floor, and her hands were tied together with a tight knot. Panic began to set in as the realization of her situation sank in."Thalassa,what's going on?" Ashley croaked, her voice shaky from both fear and the lingering effects of the blows to her head.Thalassa who had been standing nearby, turned to face Ashley. Her expression was cold and emotionless, sending a shiver down Ashley's spine. She held the stick she had used to strike Ashley earlier, and it was stained with something dark that Ashley didn't dare to contemplate."You shouldn't have come here," Thalassa said cryptically, her voice devoid of any warmth.A
Ashley's eyes widened as the transformation unfolded before her, revealing the wolves. She was taken aback by how swiftly they had shifted into their lupine forms. Alarina glanced at the girls standing beside her, and they exchanged nods of understanding before they, too, underwent their wolf transformation."Whoa," Ashley unconsciously blurted out, her amazement breaking the tense silence. Thalia shot her a glare, irritated by the interruption.The two opposing wolf packs faced each other, their growls vibrating through the room as they readied themselves for battle. Thalia, the puppeteer of this dark spectacle, addressed her gang with unwavering confidence. "May the best wolf win. I'm counting on you all. Don't let me down."With a single command, "Fight," from Thalia, the wolves charged at each other with ferocity, colliding in a flurry of teeth and fur. The room became a chaotic battleground as the wolves clashed, knocking each other down with savage force.Amid the chaos, Alarina
Thorian found himself caught in a moment of bewilderment as he stood in the bustling hallway, the chaotic scene before him evoking a sense of unease. Students hurried past him, their hushed whispers and hurried footsteps creating an atmosphere of urgency that piqued his curiosity. His decision to investigate the source of the ominous growling noise, which seemed to emanate from a nearby room, was a mix of instinct and intrigue.As Thorian ventured deeper into the labyrinth of students, he couldn't help but ponder the enigma shrouding this peculiar occurrence. "I wonder what's going on in there," he mumbled softly to himself, his steps guided by an irresistible urge to uncover the truth. The crowd gradually yielded as he approached, students parting like the Red Sea upon recognizing his presence, granting him a clear path forward.Thorian's eyes widened as he finally stepped into the room, his gaze immediately drawn to a startling tableau of conflict. Wolves, fierce and untamed, were lo
Their eyes locked in a tense and electric gaze, as if a storm was brewing beneath the surface of their stares. Thorian and Rolf found themselves in a standoff, their unspoken words echoing in the nurse's room. Rolf entered the room with a sudden force, his arrival punctuated by the slamming of the door behind him, shattering the silence."Hope I'm not interrupting anything?" Rolf inquired with a raised eyebrow, his eyes flickering between Ashley and Thorian, his demeanor laden with suspicion."Yes, you are," Thorian retorted icily, his words cutting through the air like a dagger. Ashley's eyes widened at the unexpected hostility in his tone, sensing the tension that had suddenly gripped the room.Rolf, sensing the frosty atmosphere, attempted to make a swift exit, realizing he had walked into a situation laden with unspoken conflict. "Oh, I see. I'll be on my way then," he muttered awkwardly, gesturing towards the door."Bye," Thorian sneered, his gaze never leaving Ashley, who contin
Thorian's unexpected presence left me momentarily speechless. I hadn't anticipated running into him outside of school, let alone in such an unconventional manner. As I stared at him in disbelief, a myriad of emotions surged within me, mixing confusion, curiosity, and a hint of anxiety.Thorian's expression was as enigmatic as ever, his piercing gaze meeting mine without a hint of surprise or acknowledgment of my newfound ability. It was as if he had anticipated this encounter, which only deepened the mystery surrounding him."Get in," he stated coolly, his tone brooking no argument. The door of his sleek car swung open, inviting me inside.Despite the whirlwind of thoughts that had filled my mind earlier, I couldn't deny the intrigue of this situation. I cautiously stepped into the car, my senses on high alert. The interior was as impressive as the exterior, exuding an air of opulence that contrasted with the mundane reality I had known.Thorian resumed driving, his gaze fixed on the