"Hold it! We don't want trouble here. You just searched EVERYWHERE possible and you still couldn't find it. Where on earth can it be in this entire house that you've not searched already? You were even allowed to search where you weren't supposed to search, and yet you found nothing. Be sensible and get away from here right now before I change my mind. You and your fellow scumbags should get out of my sight this minute and don't ever come back here, else, you won't live to tell the story to whoever the douchebag is, that sent you here." I didn't know where my courage came from. I didn't believe I just spoke those words either but I didn't show any sign of disbelief or fear. My eyes sparkled, indicating I didn't mind shifting if they wanted to fight right here. Seriousness written all over my face."What big guts you have, little bitch." The leader turned away from Mr. Daniel and came to my front, still in the mood to transform at any minute. My master, a douchebag? My men and I, scumb
"I had to explain because it seems you didn't hear the name correctly, dear Alpha." The man's wife spoke after a brief silence. "Don't forget the rules of this pack. You should never lie to your Alpha. Kadrenal? Who the hell bears such a name? That's not common and I've not heard such a name in my entire life. That name doesn't exist! Tell me the truth and I will spare you, woman. Do you and your husband have any connections with Katerina? The girl that left this pack sometime ago. What was the reason she decided to attack us along with a bunch of rogues? And the rogues leader said they were looking for someone who had what belongs to them. I'm very confused. What's going on?" "My wife and I have no idea what the rogues were looking for. They searched everywhere and couldn't find anything that wasn't ours. They must have mistook our home for someone else's. And as for Katerina attacking us along with the rogues, maybe she may have joined them and as she knows this pack, she might b
"A confession? What confession is that?" Mr. Daniel asked, visibly annoyed. His wife also casted a surprise stare at her granddaughter. "Celine. You know something about the records we have been looking for all night?""Grandpa, Grandma, and you too, Katerina. I'm sorry. Please forgive me but the book where you kept the records is right here with me. I hid it inside my clothes all these while and due to the fact it didn't have much weight, I was able to carry it along with me while we were initially searching for it before the rogues came. I was afraid to tell you how I had sneaked into your room, snatched the key from where I secretly saw you hiding it, and then taken the book with the records inside while you were having your bath. I'm sorry." "You are sorry? How could you? And how come you were able to shift without no one noticing the book?"Mr. Daniel asked with anger in his tone. He was visibly annoyed with this silly granddaughter of his."I was still thinking of how I was go
I was beyond shocked. That voice....That wasn't my brother's voice. I secretly slid the book I was holding into my gown that had a waist belt, thankfully. These records seem to be very important to someone else as they were important to me. I couldn't afford to lose them. My duffel bag containing my personal belongings that I had brought back to the pack was in my hand. I didn't think it was a nice idea to put the book containing the records inside as I was leaving this pack.I stood upright as I turned to face the direction of the voice. A painful sensation struck my heart. My wolf was terrified as well, instead of being happy. It was the last person I ever wish to set my eyes on, Alpha Kol. My mate that had rejected me. He approached me like he wasn't surprised to know I would be in this pack."Well, well, well, look who we have here. I thought you left this pack long ago? Was the hunger too much out there in the wilderness? Or are you planning to locate loopholes where you and your
Katerina's (P.O.V)In 4 days, unlike last time, I heard the first crack of a twig that wasn't done by me. I was far, far away from Ever Falls. I had shifted three times, back and forth to human and wolf as I travelled in and out of towns, through an unfamiliar path this time around. I didn't want to be found by anyone at all. I was now in my wolf form again, walking through the woods with the book containing the records, inside my duffel bag that was now being held with my teeth.I was very hungry and dehydrated, looking for something, anything to drink before I could have the strength and clear eyes to go through the records. I needed to eat too as I was very hungry, but just like last time, I could only manage some scanty edible plants that barely kept me alive.The crack had me whipping my head around, a growl erupting from deep inside my throat. I barked, as if to ask who's there. I wish I hadn't, because no sooner than I did, I was faced with three wolves. All in the formation of
(Katerina's POV) I've not had the time to go through the records yet. These new friends of mine were all over me, and I've not told anyone about my mission to find out who was responsible for the death of my parents. I needed to be careful with them for now. I needed to think it through. I needed energy from food and a bit of rest, so I could properly comprehend the contents and information in the records. I had been extremely exhausted for the past 1 week, getting to know the guys who haven't given me a spare time for myself, to comfortably go through the records of the war that led to my parents' death."Let's go again." I shout to Cliff as I stood up from the grass. "C'mon. Take a break for the day, you've been working non-stop for the past 1 week Kat." He told me enveloping me in a hug. "Yes, but that's what training is. Non-stop working out and training. " I told him pushing at his shoulder. Suddenly I was flat on my arse on the grass again. I groaned. "I wasn't ready." I told hi
"Can you hear me? Katerina count to ten... breathe..."Elijah tells me and I start counting in my head. One... two... I groan again, relaxing another scream. Please!" I begged, my face and neck soaked with tears. "Start again, count again!" Elijah shouts at me. "One... two... three... four... five... six.." I was breathing heavily, my voice trailing off, my heartbeat slowing down before one last shot of pain ran through me. I opened my eyes slowly, no longer feeling any form of that pain. My eyes were stinging, I was wet from tears and sweat. "I don't..." I take a calming breath. "Elijah what just happened to me?" I asked him with wide watery eyes. Confusion settling in my stomach. "Katerina.. are you alright?" Joel rushes to me, kneeling at my side. I attempted to stand only to stumble down and onto his thighs. I wanted to get up. I didn't want to be on this floor. "I don't know what I am.." I looked between Joel, Cliff and Elijah."When I was in my former pack, rogues were always sca
As I opened the book, the first thing I saw sent shivers down my spine. It was an awful sight. There was an angry wolf tearing down a fellow werewolf's neck. Blood was everywhere in the pictures. I kept reading through the texts, turning from page to page but nothing was making sense to me about my parents' death.There was a particular rival pack that had an Alpha that had vowed to make sure he got revenge on my pack, years ago. His name wasn't mentioned. I didn't bother to read through his reasons because I was focused on anything related to my parents' death. As I kept turning the pages, I came across a strange text that once again terrified me: 'She has killed her parents with her own hands and she must not be allowed to live as well. She must not remember anything from this night. Do not fail me.' I immediately looked up the beginning of the page to see if the name of the person that had said this was stated. To my greatest disappointment, it wasn't. He was always referred to a
I rushed to my bedroom, opened the door looking around, itching to see him. It took not even a second. "Elijah!" I shouted and ran to meet him, catching him off guard. He puts me against the wall and I wrapped my arms around his neck, pulling his face down to mine. He didn't even have time to gasp before I crashed my lips to his with sudden urgency and need.He held onto me, responding slowly, which I'm guessing it's because he was confused. I pulled away and hopped off of him. He was breathing heavily, running his hand through his 'just had sex' hair. I smiled. "Sorry... It's just."I told him about what Rebekah had done, and she was right. He wanted to kill her. I told him it was okay, leaving out the part about my gift until now. "I want to show you something." I told him, excitedly. He nodded.I extended my hand, palm facing the ceiling, placed between the both of us. I swirled my fingers around in circles, cupping and curling my fingers, urging what I wanted to happen, and prayin
"You're a bitch but I love you." I said and she laughed. "Why thank you. Shall we practice some more?" She smirked and I laughed, shaking my head. "I'm beat and seriously starving. Let's head back." I grinned at her and she nodded before taking my hand and we began walking back to the pack house, talking about idea for a new pack house that was desperately needed.We reached the pack house and I rushed to the kitchen, grabbing an apple and literally devouring it before grabbing another. I was starving, I didn't eat breakfast and all my energy have been sucked out of me due to last night's activities and this morning's as well.I grinned into my second apple. I couldn't believe I was able to create something so beautiful, that I can control something so beautiful: Winter. That's how it felt anyway. Rebekah just smirked at me. I was about to say something but her eyes turned sad and I watched her body slum."What's wrong?" I mouthed to her."Joel and Tamara are coming." She said, her vo
(Alpha Damien's POV)"Dragon or whatever you call yourself, your time is running out. When I paid you more than you asked for, I didn't expect things to take this long before you deliver that girl, along with my book of records, into my hands. I do hope you have positive news for me today, else...." "Oh yes, great Alpha. And I apologise that it has taken this long. Two of my men and I had to try really hard to avoid any suspicion as we went all the way to that pack.First of all, we tried to appear like normal visitors to the pack but the pack is now being heavily protected. The chief security guard refused us entry because we smelt like rogues of course. So we had to quickly think of another plan.As they began threatening to deal with the three of us if we ever came back, we beckoned on the chief security guard that we wanted to discuss something with him. He was reluctant at first, but finally, he listened to us. We told him that we were looking for a young girl below the age of t
I tried to eat, hoping this time he'll keep his hand away but knowing he won't. I listened to the idle chit chat around the table, Rebekah and Mrs. Moore were discussing possible re-decorating ideas for the kitchen. Cliff and Joel were discussing the scores of some sports game, no idea if it's hockey or basketball or what not. I began to chew slowly, trying to ignore the need I'm feeling. He gripped my thigh suddenly, causing me to gasp again. Elijah's father catches my eyes and I smiled quickly."Are you feeling alright?" He asked with a frown.Elijah grinded his palm... there. It felt good against my jean shorts. I squirmed in my seat, shoving his hand away but not really wanting to. I felt my face heat up. How could he be doing this while his father is right here beside me though! He pushed deeper, taking no precautions and I spread my legs, making it easier. I started breathing heavily and hid it by taking a drink of water. Realizing this, he took my hand and placed it over his e
"I'll show you." Ace piped up, a slight sad smile on his face. I nodded."Untamed, let's go. Ace, lead the way." Elijah's voice is stronger than Kol's, it's obvious. I felt calm again. Ace led us throughout the upstairs hallways. "We don't have enough rooms at the moment for singles, so people will have to double up."Do you want a few seconds to think about the arrangements?" Ace asked, his voice muffled and nervous. "Yes, that would be helpful. Thank you." Elijah appreciated him, shaking his hand. "It's no problem. We rearranged it so that the left hallway is yours, and our pack is to the right.We doubled up too. Take all the time you need." He told him. I grabbed Ace's hand and squeezed it, his eyes meeting mine for a second.He turned to head back downstairs. "Alright, listen up. Mates and families get the doors at the end of the hallway, people who are doubling up with friends or others take the ones in the middle. Betas, Tamara, Rebekah, Katerina and I will have the rooms at the
Joel pulled her closer to him and kissed her. "It's okay baby. We'll all handle this together." He said and Tamara nodded at him before meeting my eyes again."I am strong, just like you all tell me. And I feel like I am capable of more than we all realize." I told her, smiling, again looking into the eyes of my new family.Rebekah winked at me and I smirked. I had no idea at the moment just how strong though, I thought grumpily to myself. The thought of my mission to avenge the death of my parents crossed my mind, but I shook it off. Now wasn't the time to think about that. Let's settle down first.On a side note, is this place even going to be big enough for us?" Cliff asked. "I was thinking about that too. Two packs in one pack house.. not so smart and not so roomy. We should start looking for something bigger, there's gotta be at least 100 from our pack alone, right?" I asked, looking up at Elijah. "Yeah, something like that." He replied."Well then we should start looking tomorro
"Clear the room." His voice is strong, demanding. Everyone starts to leave the room, quietly obeying. He closed the door behind him. Renee is beside him. My wolf cowers herself away in the back of my mind, scared by his voice. I looked up, meeting the bone-chilling stare from my former Alpha."Where did you go?" Kol snapped.I flinched, eyes to the floor on instinct and into Elijah's arms again. Figured all my strength disappeared. Cliff and Joel came to stand beside us, Elijah lifted my chin up, "there is no need to hide." My lips parted. And I turned steadily to meet Kol's gaze."Where the fuck did you go Katerina?" He snapped, light flashing through his eyes to show his anger. I heard Cliff growl in response but Kol's eyes doesn't leave mine. They travelled down my entire body and back up into my eyes."I ran. Like I should have done years ago." I stated, glaring back at him with a new sense of courage."I know you ran, we felt it when you left!"He growled, his voice alone showing
I stood tall and as strong as I could. Of course, loud whispers and gasps erupt in the room. "Hi everyone." I said in a small voice. I looked around, meeting everyone's eyes with a smile. Mr. Daniel was present in the room as well, secretly waving at me. When I saw him sitting far away, I smiled briefly before turning away to continue looking around the room for someone else.When I caught sight of my brother, his face lit up in confusion and happiness. He looked sick. His skin pale, his body too slim. He looked like he needed a shave too. Oh, Ace. What happened to you? His face showing pain and regret.He stood forcefully, rushing towards me and pulling me into his arms. "Is it really you?" He asked, his voice cracking."Yes. It's really me, Ace." I said, my eyes flowing with tears."You look so.... different..." He sobbed, pulling away to look at me properly. I nodded."I know. But it's me. It's really me." I gripped him tighter.Elijah pulled me away from him, growling and envelope
"It's nice to meet you Renee." He shook her hand. "I'm Alpha Elijah. These are my Betas. Cliff and Joel. This here is Joel's girlfriend Tamara, our friend Rebekah, and..."He scratched the back of his neck. Way to play it cool. I rolled my eyes. "This is my girlfriend, Katerina." He said, and I took the opportunity to pop my head out of his arm a bit and half-smiled at her.She was about speaking, her jaw opened slightly, not understanding. And then she ripped me away from Elijah and pulled me into a hug, crying. My eyes rimmed with tears too. Oh, Ren."I missed you so much. I.. we..all thought you were dead. Why did you write me that letter?" She sobbed and smacked my arm hard. I looked at her and her sad eyes. "Are you okay?" She asked me. I nodded, smiling slightly and she pulled me into her arms again. "I'm fine Renee, really. I'm happy." I told her and Elijah pulled me back into his arms, kissing my hair.She smiled at me. "Good. I'm so happy you're safe. Kol... he hasn't told an