We thought the attack was merely a diversion from something far worse and more serious. Even though I've made sure that the knowledge never leaves this region, it's possible that word got around that the angel was in my pack. I wanted to keep Marina's status as my mate a secret until I had eliminated the dangers, so only a select group of my most dependable pack members knew it. After all, Marina was my mate, and I knew that if she died, a part of me would also die.I was unwilling to face the chance that losing her might send me insane. She was also the ideal leverage for my opponents, should they ever learn the truth. One of the elders said, "You know we can't win this war without her.I answered with a steely gaze, "We have been fighting these conflicts long before I found her, and so far, we have still managed to survive.Were they implying that I lacked skill? "It was foretold that she would bring an end to the war. We are not attempting to discredit you or your methods. The el
FLASHBACK to seven years back, I had just turned eighteen and I was so ecstatic with joy. Although I knew what I would do was foolish and unlikely to win my parents' approval, it was what I wanted. When I first saw her in sixth grade, I knew she would be mine. I was going to announce it formally tonight. At my birthday celebration tonight, I would pop the question to her in front of everyone. Nobody else could think of who I would prefer to have as my mate. My wolf wasn't exactly delighted with the idea, but I knew he would change his mind once he realized that I needed this. She embodied perfection in every way. She stood at 5'5" and had long, silky blonde hair, perfect curves, and stunning green eyes. I was fortunate enough to get her to date me because she was the gorgeous female I had ever seen. Everybody was focused on her whenever she entered the room. Everywhere she went, she turned heads. I'm aware that many of the males envied her for picking me. I was hers, and she was
His wolf did not appear to be happy. "Ryan's an asshole," I told Alexander, and he responded by grinning like a wolf. I wish I could see your face at this very moment. The wolf approached me and gave me a snout nudge. The next time he licked my cheek, I laughed. It was disgusting, but I accepted it since he was happy. I immediately understood the wolf's meaning as he gestured with his head toward the woodland. He desired to go running. She prodded me to shift, and my wolf was delighted to oblige. I searched for a tree to hide behind because I didn't want to rip my clothes. I took a step in that direction and went around a tree. My eyes contacted the wolf just as I was going to take off my dress. He never stopped pursuing me. I had no intention of going naked in front of a wolf. "I need to change" The wolf only cocked its head when I pointed to my clothing. What they say about alpha wolves is true. He didn't seem to be leaving anytime soon, and they were fiercely possessive and gu
I didn't want to sulk around the house all day. It was hard for me to go outside and act as if nothing had happened. I wanted to mock her with laughter. We both knew two different people; that much is obvious. I deadpanned, saying, "I had no idea." He wasn't always like this, but when he was younger, something terrible happened. I don't know what occurred, but whatever it was altered him, and that's why he is thus, and I perked up at the sound of that. "What took place?" I asked. "I don't know the specifics; all I know is that he previously had someone he loved break his heart. The individual had duped him and the gang. I believe he's keeping you at a distance because he thinks you'll act in the same way because of this, she said. Because someone who wasn't his mate broke his heart, he refuses to be with me and instead stuffs his crap where it doesn't belong, I reasoned. "I'm sure it didn't mean anything." "Which portion? "I jokingly questioned. When she realized there was n
I needed to figure out who would pay someone to find me. That nobody would be there to save me was the saddest part of it. Even if they had, I doubt they would have even noticed that I had departed. They probably didn't give a damn, did they? That little red-headed devil had brainwashed them into thinking I was a bad guy. She made it appear like I was just there for the status and power, as she was the only hungry bitch present. I was at a loss for words to tell her, even though I don't use such harsh phrases to describe individuals. I don't even know why I was worrying about what other people might say when I should have been worried about getting out of this position. I searched the room for anything that could free me from the chains, but I could only see a space. There was nothing else besides the chains that kept me in place. Windows were absent. Only a metal door, which could only be opened from the outside, was present. Since there was nothing else I could do, I groaned and
"Please explain what is happening?" Jackson questioned as he cast his gaze between the two and eventually found me. He raised his eyebrows and questioned, "Why is she tied to the bed?" Benjamin erupted, pointing a finger of accusation at Ray , "This fucker tried to rape my sister." "Sister?" Ray made a nasty joke. Let's all settle down and decide." "These are grown adults," Jackson said. Ray raised his hand and left the room, saying, "I don't have time for this bullshit." Shortly after, Jackson departed the room, leaving my brother and me. He stood up for me, but that didn't mean I had to forgive him. He was one of the numerous individuals. I felt the most pain. Imagine having an older brother who was your best friend, protector, and someone you could always count on. He, however, followed suit as soon as everyone else turned against me. He never once extended an olive branch to me. Like everyone else, he thought I was to blame for his mother's passing. He uncomfortably s
None appeared. I didn't give up and kept calling out and sifting through the cacophony. After repeating this for about an hour, all I saw were dead people who the house had crushed. I yelled again because I still wasn't ready to give up. Not a single person could be seen. I finally gave up and cried out while falling to the ground. My body rushed with sobs that were loud and irrepressible. My favorite activity today appears to be sobbing, it seems. Crying appeared to be the only appropriate response for me to have today because I felt hopeless and pitiful. My eyes were now dehydrated. I collapsed on the ground, trembling and hiccupping when I ran out of tears. When I could relax, I concentrated on my hearing to see if I could hear anything. I was still deciding whether to give up. I was greeted by total quiet. Nothing was present there then. The realization struck me instantly. I had slain my entire pack. Because of me, every single one of them was dead. I committed murder. I
Everything was gradually becoming evident. "You didn't intentionally murder those folks, did you?" He asked and I didn't answer. This was a very delicate topic for me, and to be completely honest, I didn't want to talk about it. When he saw my upset expression, he added, "Well, I guess I have my answer." "Why are you here?" I asked, wiping away a tear before it fell. "My brother" "Your brother?" I asked, confused. "He doesn't know me, but I've heard you are his mate," I said. I muttered, "Ryan," as I peered more intently at the man in front of me. "Yes. If you don't go right now, they'll use you to murder him." When I heard that, the prospect of killing my mate caused my chest to tighten severely, even though I knew we might never be romantically involved, I never intended for him to pass away. He stepped closer and said, "I don't know what happened between you two, but I'm sure you don't want him dead." I gritted out, "Don't get any closer." No matter his name, I wouldn'