Duncan Mirthon Duncan's heart raced as he rushed towards Lara, concern etched across his face. "Lara, what happened? Are you hurt?" he asked, his voice filled with worry. He held her shoulders, eyeing her body and inspecting it for injuries or whatsoever. Lara shivered, her voice trembling as she spoke. "Duncan, I saw blood in my bathtub. I do not understand what is happening," she said, her eyes wide with fear as she held her head. Without wasting a moment, Duncan hurried into Lara's bathroom to investigate the scene she described. He carefully surveyed the area, trying to find any trace of blood, but to his confusion, there was none. The bathtub was filled with clear water, devoid of any signs of violence. Puzzled, he returned to Lara in the room. "There's no blood in the bathtub, Lara," Duncan assured her, his brows furrowing with concern. “What exactly happened?” Lara clutched Duncan's wrist tightly, her grip filled with desperation. "I swear, Duncan, I saw it. I am not imag
Erin NightwindErin entered her mother's room, her steps tentative on the plush carpet that lined the floor. The air hung heavy with tension as she braced herself for her mother's inevitable reaction. Mrs. Nightwind, draped in an elegant velvet gown, whirled around to face her, her eyes ablaze with fury."What on earth do you think you're doing, Erin?" Mrs. Nightwind's voice crackled with displeasure. "I cannot fathom why you've been gallivanting around with that man, that... outsider!"Erin fought to keep her voice steady, fully aware of the repercussions her actions could invite. "Mother, he is just a friend. We have been spending time together...as friends," she offered, her words tinged with apprehension, hoping desperately that her mother would buy her lies. But Mrs. Nightwind's expression only grew more severe. "Do you even realize the consequences of your actions? Our standing as the second-in-command to the twenty-two fanged kingdoms could be irreparably damaged if rumors beg
“Come on, Lola, you have to transform!" Erin exclaimed. "Just try your best to focus and feel the animal within." "I'm trying, but nothing is happening," Lola replied, frustration evident in her voice. Irritated, Lola concentrated again. "Now how do I change back?" Erin and Lola stood in front of the long mirror in Erin's room, both of them dressed in cloaks. Amelia, Erin's sister, entered the room, her eyes widening at the sight of their attire."Erin, Lola, what are you two up to?" Amelia asked, trying to conceal her curiosity.Erin smirked mischievously. "Oh, Amelia, we are just playing a little game. We need you to cover up for us. Just pretend we are not here."Amelia rolled her eyes but agreed, knowing that her sisters were always involved in some adventurous scheme. She exited the room, leaving Erin and Lola alone."Now, Lola," Erin began, her voice filled with excitement, “It is time for you to try transforming into your spirit animal again."Lola looked slightly nervous. "
Erin and Lola cautiously emerged from Aunt Kayla's house, their steps light and swift as they ventured beyond the kingdom's borders.As they crossed the mystical boundary, Erin's thoughts were consumed by Duncan, knowing he awaited her at the ice cream shop.“Oh, my…” Lola's voice trailed off, snapping Erin out of her reverie.Erin halted and glanced beside her, finding Lola enchanted by a tree adorned with orange leaves.“Are those real?” Lola asked, reaching out to touch the leaves delicately."Lola, this way," Erin said, gently tugging Lola's wrist, leading her through the trees. Lola's eyes widened, absorbing the myriad sights, sounds, and scents of the human world."So much to take in," Lola exclaimed, her excitement palpable."I know, it's overwhelming," Erin replied with a smile.Erin guided them along a path deeper into the human world. Lola, brimming with curiosity, couldn't resist stopping to admire every flower they passed, her childlike wonder evident in her delighted expr
As the werewolves approached, their growls growing louder with each step, Erin's senses sharpened, her instincts kicking into overdrive. She scanned their surroundings, searching for any means of escape. With a swift movement, Erin pushed Lola behind her, positioning herself between her sister and the advancing creatures. Her muscles tensed, ready to spring into action at a moment's notice. "Erin, I'm scared." Lola gripped her tight.As the werewolves lunged forward, jaws snapping menacingly, Erin's resolve hardened. She would not let them harm her sister. With a fierce determination burning in her eyes, she prepared to confront the threat head-on, ready to fight for their survival.
As Erin fiercely battled the werewolves, her top priority remained keeping her sister Lola safe. With each strike and dodge, she felt the weight of responsibility bearing down on her, but she refused to succumb to fear.Surrounded by snarling beasts, Erin braced herself for the worst until Duncan leaped into the fray, roaring ferociously and sending the rogues fleeing. Relief washed over Erin as Duncan embraced her, checking her for wounds."I'm okay," Erin reassured him, though she winced slightly as he inspected her injuries. "Lola, you alright?" she asked, turning to her sister, who nodded in response.Despite Duncan's protective instincts urging him to follow, Erin insisted they continue alone. But as he persisted, he suddenly stopped, his expression shifting as if he heard something."I need to go," Duncan said urgently, his voice tinged with mystery.Erin watched him leave, a swirl of emotions coursing through her. Determination fueled her as they pressed on, heading toward the
Duncan MirthonDuncan's chest heaved as he snapped the neck of the last wolf. Dropping his body, he turned to view Erin pulling a dagger out of a wolf. “Are you okay?” Duncan asked, rushing to inspect her body for wounds. Erin nodded, quickly maneuvering her way around him to her sister, Lola. Duncan watched as Erin ensured she was unharmed, reminding him of Lara. “Where is it you are heading to, Erin?” Duncan asked, worry laced in his tone. Erin turned to face him, her lips pressed into a grim line as she had a look of reluctance in her eyes. “Come on, talk to me. Maybe I could come with you and your sister to keep you safe,” Duncan said, searching her eyes for answers. Erin shook her head, getting Duncan's worry to rise a notch. “I can take care of myself,” Erin replied with a small smile. “How?” Duncan inquired, arching a brow with hands akimbo. “I was going to kill them all or at least turn into a bat and Lola, an eagle to escape,” Erin pointed. Duncan rolled his eyes, l
Duncan's steps reverberated through the deserted dungeon corridors as he climbed the stairs, his mounting anxiety palpable with each echoing footfall. Upon reaching the courtyard, he found Hildergard, her back to him, shoulders trembling with silent sobs."Hildergard, where's Lara?" Duncan's voice trembled with urgency as he approached her.With a choked sob, Hildergard turned, her eyes red and swollen. "Oh, Duncan," she gasped between sobs, "I found her... I found her in the well."Dread washed over Duncan as Hildergard's words sank in. Without hesitation, he dashed towards the well, fear gripping him tightly. Arriving at the edge, his worst fears were confirmed: Lara lay still on the ground, her complexion pallid, her clothes drenched.Rushing to her side, Duncan knelt beside her, his hands shaking as he reached out to touch her cold, clammy skin. "Lara, can you hear me?" he implored, his voice thick with emotion.Lara's eyelids fluttered weakly, and she managed a faint whisper. "Sh
Duncan carried Erin in his arms, smiling as she wrapped her arms around his neck. He got into their room and dropped her on the bed, planting a kiss on her forehead. "We are finally married, my love!" she beamed, clasping her hands around his neck."It feels too good to be true," he murmured, gazing into her eyes. "I kept thinking I would wake up and find it was all a dream.""Well, this is no dream," Erin replied, kissing him softly. "We are husband and wife at long last. We no longer have to hide to see each other.”Duncan furrowed his forehead as sadness washed over him. “What is wrong?” Erin questioned with concern. “I am sorry that I told my father I didn't know you when you were captured. I am sorry for thinking you killed my pack members and I am so sorry I let them throw you in the dungeon. I did it to protect you and I,” Duncan explained. “I-”Erin's touch lingered softly on Duncan's lips, a silent reassurance of her understanding and acceptance. "No more words, my dear,"
The absence of the one she had trusted most only deepened the sense of betrayal and left her trying to make sense of the harsh reality of the war that now raged within the very walls of her kingdom.Her world shattered as she witnessed the horrific scene unfolding before her eyes. “Mother, Father, Amelia!” She called their names, running to through the chaos in search of her family. She goes into battle with the werewolves and saw Emyrn.“What? You are here? Where is Amelia?” She asked.“Fighting on the other side,” Emryn said as he took down the wolves with his magic powers.“Hold them in as much as possible…let me check up on my parents," she said running to her parents chamber.The sight of the caramel-skinned witch she had seen at Duncan's pack, bewitching Lara through the mirror that night terrified her. Erin's heart sank when her eyes fell to the witch’s hand gripping the dagger that had pierced her father’s heart, sending waves of anguish coursing through her. She screamed i
Duncan's povDuncan wondered what was happening to him. For the first time, his primal wolf kept telling him to trust Erin. It was persistent that he was mistaken, but hem remained steadfast in his refusal to heed to the fact Erin might be innocent, not entirely innocent, but not as eveil as he thought she is. His mind came back to his father who had just called him. “Why is dad suddenly decided on going to war with the vampires?” He thought as he entered the chamber.“Finally you are here. You made me wait for a while," Alpha Mirthon said. “Sorry for the inconvieniences I might have caused but father, why am I being summoned?” Duncan ask, pretending not to know. Of course he has to or else, that maid will be in trouble.“We are going to war, son” He announced, his voice evident that he is determined to carry out what he just said.Duncan’s bro furrowed in confusion as he process his father ‘s words once again, hoping his father will say it is a prank but his ffather is not the kin
111.She turned to the sound of the footsteps but heard the person pulling back. “Duncan?” She wished it was him for a second but when she remembered what happened earlier, she got rid of that wishful thinking.She is more than devastated and a tear rolls down her cheek when she recalls how he avoided her gaze. The guards were pulling her away, past the scarred walls and the torches mounted on the walls but he was not looking. She began to have different thoughts. If anything were to happen to her while coming, the least she could expect to happen is Duncan denying knowing her. She should have just stuck to Mark. This wouldn't have happened if she listened to him when he told her to end things with Duncan. She looked around the dungeon and realized it was a dimly lit cell and she was still in the same position as she was when she was tossed into it. She turned, banging on the iron bars."Let me go!" She cried out, her voice hoarse with anguish. But her words fell on deaf ears, swall
Erin’s heart skipped a beat and she rose to her feet dusting her dress. While she expected to see so many guards, she was glad that it was only a guard. “I am asking again and I won’t repeat, who are you?” The guards took a stance to fight her but she chuckled.With a calm demeanor, she met the guard's gaze, her voice steady despite finding it amusing that the guard was ready to take her on a one-on-one battle.“Okay fine… I am a lycan princess. I heard the Alpha’s palace is here and has a great view. I came to see if it is true or not and it looks like it is true. Either way, I am leaving now” She said, and watched as the guard's stance shifted, his muscles tensed as he took in her words. She held her breath, hoping against hope that her explanation would be enough to quell any further suspicion."Trust me," she continued, her tone earnest. "I meant no trouble, and I am going now." She said pointing to where she came in from.“Ha… Think you can fool me?” He said howling loudly. His
Erin's heart sank as she stood there, reeling from Duncan's abrupt leaving without hearing her out. "What am I supposed to do now?" she wondered, feeling lost and frustrated at the same time. Suddenly, her thoughts were shattered by a jolt as Lola's mind link flooded her consciousness with unexpected news. "Amelia found?!" Erin gasped, her mind racing. She turned instinctively in the direction Duncan had taken, taking one last glance as though wishing he emerge again from the shadows but it was just wishful thinking. Unable to follow him, she made a swift decision to return to Nebramos to confirm the miraculous news herself. She arrived at Nebramos at the break of dawn and was met with a scene of utter chaos. The maids were in a frenzy, their cries of anguish piercing the morning air. The whole palace was chaotic. She frowned and rushed in with curiosity but the maids were weeping so loud that they did not notice her coming. "What's happening here?" she asked, grabbing one of the
Duncan's pov"Trespasser?" The alpha asks, and Duncan frowns in confusion as he looks at alpha Mirthon, his dad. “How can there be a trespasser around by this time?” Alpha Mirthon asked."It is a female vampire." The guard announces.Duncan's heart started to thump really hard in his chest. How could that be?“We should all go and see who the trespasser is now, shouldn't we?” Duncan rushes outside only to see guards holding Erin's hands. Anger bubbles in him to see her in such a state. “i warned you.” He said to himself internally. How could she get herself into such a mess because he warned her to stay away from his kingdom because he knew that once she was caught, it would be difficult for her to escape. He even knew about her killing his people, but he still gave her a way of escaping, but how could she mess it all up and let herself get caught by his people.Erin, however, did not seem to understand the situation she was in because she kept struggling with the guards who held he
Duncan's povHe watched her through the woods and once he was sure that it was her, he called out her name and she turned around to face him, confirming his suspicions."Erin?" His throat ran dry. His heart felt broken and he hated how he hadn't noticed it earlier that she had been the one killing his pack members.His heart pace increased and he stared at her whilst having many questions at the back of his mind. Why would she do this? And how could she? Although they were mates, he also had an obligation to his people, his pack. How could she do this to him? How could she betray him after everything they'd gone through?“Why… Erin? Why?”“I have no clue what you're talking about.” Duncan touched his heart, feeling his heart break every second she gave him an answer he didn't like.“Why did you betray me?” He asked. His love for Erin could not blind that she had done something intensively horrid. He never would have thought she would do something like this but with all evidences in h
The young werewolf breathed his last, and as soon as he did, Erin escaped from underneath him, causing his fur to land on the dusty ground. Erin breathed and watched the werewolf while his last words bothered her repeatedly. Necromancer. What did he mean?Erin covered the eyes of the werewolf and said a quick prayer to the moon to help him rest in peace.Whatever was chasing him seemed to have been very powerful. For him to die that easily.Then she thought of herself. She herself was bleeding, and the young werewolf's blood would soon catch the prey's attention in this area. Staying in this open area was not good for her. Still, she weighed her thoughts as she stood there concernedly.As the werewolf fully transformed into his human form, Erin was sure that he was dead. She looked at his eyes that she'd covered while in his wolf form, but they were wide open now, which made Erin aware that whoever this man had seen was definitely a dangerous creature.She quickly peered around her