All Chapters of Howl of the rejected : Chapter 91 - Chapter 100

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Shadows in the night

Bexley sat on the edge of her bed, her mind swirling with thoughts and fears. The words she had overheard about Zyra’s powers and the sinister plans of her pack members echoed in her head, refusing to be silenced. She could feel her heart pounding in her chest, each beat a reminder of the danger she was in. Alpha Cade’s mother had warned her to say nothing to anyone else outside the pack, but how could she remain silent when she knew what was at stake?Pacing back and forth in her room, Bexley tried to calm her racing thoughts. The dim light from the moon filtered through her window, casting eerie shadows on the walls. She clenched her fists, trying to steady her nerves. The fear of losing her life battled with her conscience, and she knew she had to make a decision.“Why did I have to hear that?” she whispered to herself, her voice barely audible. “Why me?”She remembered the stern warning from Cade’s mother, the look of cold authority in her eyes as she had spoken. “Say nothing to
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Unease

Zyra returned to her room, the encounter with the mysterious robed figure replaying in her mind. She couldn't shake the words spoken to her, nor the strange sense of familiarity that had lingered in the air. The room felt colder than before, the weight of her unanswered questions pressing down on her.She sat on the edge of her bed, staring blankly at the flickering shadows cast by the small flames she still held in her palm. Letting them extinguish, she sighed, rubbing her temples in an attempt to clear her thoughts. Just as she was beginning to lose herself in the labyrinth of her mind, the door creaked open, and Marcus entered.He immediately noticed the tension in her posture and the faraway look in her eyes. "Zyra," he called gently, concern lacing his voice. "Are you alright?"Startled from her thoughts, she quickly composed herself, forcing a small smile. "Yes, I'm fine," she replied, her tone not entirely convincing.Marcus frowned, not believing her. He moved closer, crouchi
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Show yourself

In the heart of the Nightshade mansion, Alpha Cade stood before a large table, his eyes fixed on a detailed map of the territories. The room was dimly lit, casting long shadows on the walls, reflecting the gravity of the situation. Around him, his trusted advisors, including Gaia, the pack's strategic mind, and a few seasoned warriors, listened intently as Cade outlined his plans."We can't afford another failure," Cade began, his voice cold and calculating. "Zyra and the Shadow Heart pack have grown too strong. We need to find a way to weaken them, hit them where it hurts."Gaia, his sisters, a woman of wisdom and caution, stepped forward. Her long, blonde hair contrasted starkly with the darkness of the room. "Alpha, we must be careful. A direct confrontation now could lead to heavy losses on both sides. We need to consider more strategic approaches."Cade's jaw tightened, the muscles in his neck tensing. "Caution has its place, Gaia, but so does action. We can't just sit back and w
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The revelation

As Zyra continued to walk deeper into the woods, the feeling of being watched grew stronger. She was hyper-aware of every sound, every movement around her. The forest, usually a sanctuary, felt different today—more alive, as if it were holding its breath, waiting for something to happen. Her heart pounded in her chest as she pushed forward, her senses on high alert.Just as she was about to call out again, a soft rustle came from behind her. Instinctively, Zyra turned around, but before she could react, she felt a gentle touch on her shoulder. She flinched and took a quick step back, raising her hands defensively, ready to summon her powers. Her eyes widened as she took in the figure before her—the same person she had encountered before, shrouded in a robe with a hood pulled low over their face.The figure stood there, head bowed, hands clasped in front of them. Despite the concealed features, there was an aura of calmness about them. The figure’s posture was respectful, almost defer
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An avenge

She was welcomed by Marcus with open arms. "Where have you been?" he asked, concern etched on his face as he wrapped his arms around her.As soon as she felt the warmth of his embrace, all the emotions she had been thdifhdkfhhgholding back came rushing out. Zyra burst into tears, burying her face in his chest. Marcus held her tightly, gently rubbing her back, his voice soft and soothing. "Hey, hey, what's wrong? What happened?"Zyra pulled back slightly, her eyes red and filled with anger and pain. "I... I found out something horrible," she managed to say through her sobs.“Okay, okay, let me take you to the room, okay… we will talk there” he said to her as he led her to the room.Once settled in the room by the window, Marcus took her hands in and took in a deep sigh, “Tell me, what happened?” he worriedly asked her.“I went to train in the woods….” She started with,“And then?” he asked her with a squinted eyes and she sighed."I met someone in the woods... She told me the truth ab
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A moment of peace

As Bexley slipped back into the Nightshade pack's territory, she thought she had managed to go unnoticed. Her hood was pulled low over her face, and she moved with a determined, quiet grace. The sun was just beginning to set, casting long shadows across the grounds. She was nearly at the door of the mansion when she heard a voice behind her."Well, well, look who we have here. Sneaking around, are we?"Bexley stiffened, recognizing the voice of Kevin, one of the more brash and irritating members of the pack. She turned around slowly, forcing a calm expression onto her face."What do you want, Kevin?" she asked, her voice deliberately neutral.Kevin smirked, crossing his arms over his chest. "Just curious. You look like someone who's sneaking out—or back in, maybe? Where have you been?"Bexley narrowed her eyes, trying to hide her discomfort. "None of your business," she replied coolly. "I'm not sneaking anywhere. Just taking a walk."“Or I can’t take a walk anymore?” she asked him.K
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Unraveling secrets

A few weeks had passed since the mysterious encounter in the woods. The Shadowheart pack had been relatively peaceful, with most members unaware of the storm brewing beneath the surface. But the tranquility was about to shatter. On this particular morning, the sun rose over Shadowheart territory, casting long shadows and bathing the forest in a golden hue. It was the calm before the storm.Zyra woke up with a strange sense of foreboding. She couldn't shake off the uneasy feeling that something significant was about to happen. As she got dressed, her thoughts drifted back to the cryptic warning she'd received from the robed figure weeks earlier. The more she thought about it, the more she felt compelled to uncover the truth about her parents' deaths. Little did she know, the answers she sought were closer than she imagined.Meanwhile, Bexley was preparing to make her move. The weight of the secrets she carried had grown unbearable, and she knew it was time to come clean. Sneaking into
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The bloody letter

In the dimly lit room, the soft glow of a single candle illuminated Zyra's face. She sat cross-legged on the floor, her eyes closed in concentration. Opposite her, Marcus watched intently, his expression a mix of concern and admiration. The air around them hummed with a faint energy as Zyra began to channel her magic.Zyra opened her eyes, revealing a deep, intense focus. She reached out to the small table beside her, picking up a pristine piece of parchment. With a wave of her hand, the quill on the table lifted into the air, suspended by her magic. The quill dipped itself into a vial of dark red ink—no, not ink, but blood. The essence of the message had to carry the weight of her fury and determination.Marcus leaned forward, his voice low and steady. "Are you sure about this, love? This message... it's a bold move."Zyra's gaze never wavered as she met his eyes. "Cade and his mother need to understand that we're not afraid. They need to know that we're coming for them, and we won't
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A spy among us

Nightshade PackThe early morning sun filtered through the dense canopy of the forest, casting dappled shadows across the Nightshade pack's territory. Bexley moved with practiced stealth through the quiet mansion, careful to avoid the gaze of any wandering pack members. The previous night's events had heightened Cade's paranoia, and she knew the pack was on high alert. Still, she had a job to do, and slipping through the shadows had become second nature.Bexley navigated the mansion with ease, her knowledge of the pack's routines and patrols serving her well. She had learned to listen for the subtle signs of movement, the faint creak of a floorboard or the murmur of distant voices, and adjust her path accordingly. Her heart pounded in her chest, but she remained outwardly calm, every step calculated.She slipped into a quiet corridor, heading towards a concealed alcove where she could send her next message to Zyra and Marcus. As she reached the alcov
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Allies

As the sky dimmed with the setting sun, casting a golden hue over the forest, the air grew cooler and the atmosphere more charged. Zyra and Marcus stood facing each other in a secluded clearing, a playful yet determined glint in their eyes. They had been training rigorously, but now there was a different kind of energy between them—a mix of competition, anticipation, and a hint of something more.Marcus stretched his arms, a grin spreading across his face. "Ready to show me what you've got, or are you still holding back?"Zyra chuckled, a teasing light in her eyes. "Holding back? You wish. I've been going easy on you, but maybe it's time to step it up."They circled each other, the forest silent save for the rustling of leaves underfoot. In a flash, Marcus lunged, his movements swift and precise. Zyra dodged gracefully, her reflexes sharpened by her vampiric and Lycan sides. She countered with a quick jab, which Marcus deftly blocked, their hands meeting with a soft thud."Not bad,"
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