I felt the cold, hard chains that held me start to loosen a little as a vampire unchained me. One also did the same for Adrian who was a feet away from me. He told us we were being given a short break. It was then I realised we were back in the vampires cave. My body was weak but I managed to crawl to Adrian's side.My hands were shaking as I reached out to touch Adrian's tired and bruised body. It made me so sad to see him so exhausted and lifeless. He was breathing shallowly, and his once lively eyes looked really tired.I pulled him close and hugged him tightly, finding comfort in our embrace. Everything else around us disappeared, and for a brief moment, it was just the two of us, holding onto each other desperately. I rested my cheek against his chest and felt his weak heartbeat, a fragile reminder of the strong spirit he had inside. Tears streamed down my cheeks as I kept on silently apologising to him for what he had to go through, because of me - yes, it was my fault. This wa
Sarah and Aunt Belinda, after days of trekking, finally arrived at the grove. Looking tired, they went towards the area where Lily's parents and the elders had gathered. The atmosphere was tense, and people present were already talking. As they got closer to the high table, people couldn't help but look at them intently, hoping for any news.Lily's mother stood up and couldn't believe her eyes when she saw Sarah and Aunt Belinda coming. "Is it true?" she asked, her voice shaking with both hope and fear. "Is Lily really alive?"Sarah nodded, speaking with a sense of relief and urgency. "Yes, she's alive," she confirmed. "We found proof that she's here and met someone who saw her."Aunt Belinda, with tears welling up in her eyes, said, "We followed the path and found evidence of a fight, footprints, and other clues that suggest she was taken by the vampires. But we have reasons to believe she's still alive."Lily's father stood up, with hope and worry on his face, and stepped closer, "P
The urgent call for action resonated through the grove as Lily's father swiftly organized another search party. Determined to rescue his beloved daughter, a group of skilled warriors gathered, their faces etched with determination and concern. Rebekah, her eyes filled with hope and fear, looked on as they prepared to venture into the forests.As the search party made their final preparations, Henry addressed them with his authoritative voice. "You must find my daughter," he proclaimed, his voice carrying the weight of their collective purpose. "She's counting on us, and we won't let her down. Stay vigilant, trust in your training, and bring her back safely."The warriors nodded in agreement, their expressions resolute and unwavering. They tightened their grip on their weapons, ready to face whatever setbacks lay ahead. As they prepared to depart, Rebekah stepped forward, her voice filled with gratitude and concern. "Please, bring her back to us," she implored, her eyes welling with te
In the midst of the destruction caused by the bomb explosion, the grove came together, determined to find out who was responsible. Henry implored the surviving warriors to take the injured ones in to be treated of their wounds and the others, to take charge of the investigation, carefully searching the area for any clues or evidence that could help identify the person behind the attack.As they searched through the wreckage, their senses alert, a shadowy figure moved stealthily through the darkness, like a predator on the prowl. They didn't know a vampire had taken advantage of the chaos to infiltrate their ranks.Silently, the vampire slipped through the area, scanning his surroundings. He had a clear goal in mind—to find the ancient journal that contained powerful secrets. With the journal in his possession, he believed he could please his master and his people could gain an advantage over the werewolves. So, he believed but he never really knew why he was sent to steal. Well, it d
As the moon reached its highest point, casting a strange glow over the area, a sudden silence fell upon the main pack. Little did they know, the vampire coven had found out where they were and planned a merciless attack. In the darkness, a cold breeze whispered through the trees, carrying a feeling of danger.Tyler, standing at the front of his ready army, sensed the approaching danger. He quickly looked around, searching the shadows for any sign of the enemy. Moon light shown on their skin as they set in for the impending battle. He had already received the message of the bomb blast attack on the grove a few days ago and he had readied his men for any attack that would happen to the main pack.The vampires acted faster than he predicted. They had come to attack the main pack just 3 days after attacking the grove."Stay alert, everyone," Tyler ordered, "We know what's coming. Get ready to protect your families, your loved ones, your memories and your home."There was a large number of
Jaxon walked into the poorly lit cave where his father took as a hideout. The rocks were wet but the walls were warm enough to keep them from shivering from the cold.Jaxon looked into Pablo's tired eyes, showing a hint of worry."What news do you have for me, my son?" Pablo said as he roasted a fish with the wildfire he made."Father," Jaxon said urgently, "Rex is dead. The pack is in chaos, and we need to figure out what to do next."Pablo's expression hardened, realizing the seriousness of the situation but then he smiled mischievously. "That's too bad," he replied. "Rex was a strong and capable leader. I remember when I fought for his army…" He looked up as if basking in nostalgia but then he pulled his thoughts together, "His death creates new opportunities for us."Jaxon leaned closer to him, speaking quietly. "Tell me, Father. What's our plan now? How do we move forward?"There were footsteps behind them and Jaxon instinctively held his dagger in his belt buckle, ready to strik
Jaxon looked around for Tyler as he slaid down bodies of vampires. His eyes landed on Erik and he fought his way to meet him."Hey, where's Tyler?"Erik looked at him impatiently and replied, "The General has been injured. He's there." Jaxon looked at the direction he pointed to and ran to meet him. Violetta sensed a presence behind her and she quickly released her claws and jumped to her interlocutor. Jaxon raised his hands up in surrender and when she realized she was one of them, she sighed and went back to Tyler's side.The air was filled with the scent of blood and the sounds of fierce growls, but Jaxon's attention was solely focused on Tyler."What happened to him?" Jaxon asked."Isn't it obvious? He was bitten." She answered, irritated by his question."And what have you been doing?""Trying to cure him." She gritted her teeth."And how has that been going?""Look, would you try help him or not?!" She bursted in anger. "I'm sorry…""I need to know the situation before I offer
*Theo's POV*I ran through the thick forest, my footsteps sounding loud as I set my eyes on my destination. I had to make it to the grove as soon as possible so I could find "the chosen one."Unsuspectingly, my eyes caught sight of Sarah and Madam Belinda, who were both standing outside what appeared to be a cottage. I didn't care what they were doing there but I was happy I saw them. The mission I had was very important, and I hoped they would understand how serious it was.When I reached close to the cottage, I saw both of them deep in conversation. Their faces showed worry, just like mine did. I approached them carefully and saw as Sarah's expression changed as she noticed me."Theo!" She light-heartedly exclaimed.Belinda turned around and the same surprise showed on her face, "Good goddess! The last time I saw you, you were just a little boy. Theo, is it not?"I nodded curtly and walked to their front. "It's also a delight to see you, Belinda, after all these years.""Theo, wha..
*Tyler's POV*I didn't even know it was a dream until I woke up later on.In the dream, Lily, Sarah, Theo and I were discussing our next steps to finding a way to stop more vampires from entering our boundary. We were in the main room. Suddenly, darkness loomed over the grove and I saw through the window, Audrey walking towards the pack with an eerie black fog enveloping her every step.The dark fog surrounded her, and her eyes glowed with an unnatural intensity. "Well, well, well, look who decided to show up," she sneered.We all immediately became alarmed and ran outside.Lily stepped forward, her gaze steady. "What do you want, Audrey?" she demanded."Oh, just to have a little chat with my former friends," Audrey replied, her voice dripping with venom. "You see, I've come to realize that I'm better off without all of you."I felt a surge of anger rise within me. "You betrayed us, Audrey," I said, "We trusted you, and you turned your back on us."Audrey laughed mockingly. "Trust is
The evening was spooky, with fog all around as Leo and Ethan went into the caves. They had to find that medallion so they could be given another chance at summoning their demon lord.Ethan who was also confused as to why their search had changed asked Leo, "I didn't want to seem too inquisitive but I wanted to ask why we're no longer looking for the journal and ring but for…a medallion?""You're so simple minded, Ethan. It is not just any medallion. It is the Bodessa medallion, forged from the breasts of the goddess Odessa hersel, the same breasts the demon Lord rested on and slept with. It is the only artifact that can immediately summon the demon Lord upon calling from it, without waiting for centuries to get a single chance which one may likely flop at."Ethan decided not to ask any more questions but just follow and wait. It was pretty obvious their alliance wasn't strong, and they both had their secret plans.When they reached where the medallion should be, according to what Lily
FLASHBACK *Ethan's POV*"What did you just say?" Pablo's eyes narrowed."I am not doing anything you say until you tell me what you did to Jaxon."My heart pounded in my chest as I stood in front of Pablo. I couldn't hold back any longer as anger and frustration boiled through me. I needed answers, and I deserved to know the truth."I taught him a lesson…a lesson he would never forget." He said and licked the edge of his blade. He went on to say more but I could barely listen with a straight face."Pablo, how could you do that to Jaxon?" My voice trembled with emotion. "He would do anything for you yet you'd hurt him.""Apparently not everything…" Pablo's expression remained stoic, and he spoke in a calm, detached tone. "I did what was necessary for the greater good of our mission," he replied, his words echoing with an unsettling sense of righteousness."The greater good?" I spat, unable to contain my anger any longer. "You manipulated Jaxon, you didn't value him. You used him.""He
As the sun dipped below the horizon, painting the sky with hues of orange and purple, Sarah and Theo rode their bikes along the winding forest trail. It had been a pleasant afternoon, and they were looking forward to reaching the safety of the grove before nightfall.The warm sun illuminated the forest around them, casting dappled shadows on the ground. Birds chirped cheerfully, and a gentle breeze rustled through the leaves. "You're going too fast, Sarah! There's a cliff ahead!" Theo shouted at Sarah who was ahead of him. He was laughing out loud and so was she."I know, dad!" They came into a halt and mounted their bikes. They both walked arm in arm to the cliff and gazed at the rocks down with the amazing greeny ahead."Wow." Sarah exclaimed and rested her head on his shoulder. They took in the beauty and Theo teased her each time he pushed her forward as if he wanted to throw her down."Stop it!." She yelped and hit him continuously but he chuckled.However, their tranquility was
Jaxon's absence had affected everyone, and you could feel the strain in the air. Pablo seemed especially upset, and his emotions were reaching a breaking point.One evening, with the sun setting and the sky colored in beautiful shades, everyone had gathered in the camp. The atmosphere was heavy with tension, and whispers of the recent argument spread among the members.Pablo was usually calm, but now he was pacing back and forth, looking angry and sad. He was trying to understand what had happened and how to deal with it all.Ethan, standing a few feet away, seemed hesitant, but he was determined to make his point known. "Pablo, I understand your frustration, but you have to see that Jaxon had his reasons for leaving," he said, his voice steady but uneasy.Pablo halted his restless pacing and turned to face Ethan, his eyes burning with intensity. "His reasons? A petty argument is what caused all of this?" he exclaimed, his voice rising in pitch. "We are a team, a family, and we should
*Tyler's POV*As the pack faced the threat of the vampire coven, I knew we had to act quickly. The elders gathered in the council chamber. It was obvious they were worried about our safety.With resolve, I approached the council. As the new head general and semi Alpha, I felt responsible for protecting our pack. We needed to strengthen our defenses and prepare for the upcoming attack. I was determined to do whatever it took to keep everyone safe."Brothers and sisters, Elders and generals," I addressed the council, my voice firm and resolute, "we cannot afford to be complacent. The vampires are growing bolder with each passing day, and we must be prepared to defend our home and our people. Theo, one of the pack hunters alerted me a few days ago about some vampires conspiring to attack the grove days before the war finally happens as a means to weaken our stronghold and will before the battle. We need to show them that we're prepared for their advance, but with the use of old devices a
*Theo's POV*The night air was cool and crisp. I had decided to confess my feelings to Sarah tonight. It was the perfect time and perfect place. Tyler had given me advice earlier that day,"Just look into her eyes, hold her hands and let it flow."Sounds easier said than done.She had gone to wear a overcoat because of the cold weather so I tried practicing the lines I had come up with it."Sarah…oh no no no..Uhum. Sarah, I just want to tell you that you're the best person I've ever met in a…no no no! Too generic." I slapped my forehead. At this point, I'd just swallow myself."What's the matter?" I looked back and it was Sarah standing. Shit.She came to sit back beside me, "Why were you talking to yourself?""No, no, I wasn't …just trying to remember something." I said nervously."Trying to remember what?" She raised an eyebrow."Something."She laughed, "You're funny sometimes."The moon hung overhead like a shimmering pearl in the dark sky, casting a soft glow on Sarah's radiant f
As the days passed, the tension in the grove seemed to increase slightly. Tyler had trained more warriors whilst my father and the elders planned how the impending war would play out to our favour. All in all, our unity grew stronger as we worked together to face the impending threat. Amidst the chaos and uncertainty, there was one thing that remained constant - the growing bond between Sarah and Theo.I often found myself stealing glances at them when they thought no one was looking. They had a unique connection that seemed to transcend the chaos surrounding us. Sarah and Theo made a great conflict. Sarah's determination and strength matched Theo's calm and thoughtful nature. When they were together, it felt like they brought comfort and hope in the midst of difficulties.One evening, as the sun set, I saw Sarah and Theo sitting in the garden. They were having a serious talk, speaking softly as if sharing special secrets only they could know. The beautiful sky above seemed to reflect
Theo found Tyle in a quiet corner of the camp going through some documents. The fireflies around illuminated the dark scape. "Sir, we need to talk," He said, his voice steady but hued with nervousness.He looked up at him, "Oh Theo. I've told you to call me Tyler. There's no need to be formal. Come on sit."Theo did so. "Sorry, just used to calling you sir.""You're a friend to Lily, so you're a friend to me too." They shook hands."What is it?""Earlier today, I and some other pack hunters went out for a patrol and I decided to go farther to the outskirts of the Forbidden Forest. I saw a group of vampires and overheard them talking about an impending attack they were planning," I explained. "I know you have a lot on your plate, but I couldn't keep this information to myself. We need to be prepared."Tyler's expression became serious, and he nodded appreciatively. "Thank you for telling me, Theo. I appreciate your honesty."Theo could see the turmoil in his eyes, and he knew he was gr