All Chapters of Whispers of Frost and Fire: Chapter 11 - Chapter 20

Aurelia’s POVThe way he looked at me when he first saw me… He seemed surprised, but maybe it was just my imagination. The expression disappeared as fast as it came. He spoke to us in a very military-like manner, but when he looked at me, it felt like he was staring into my soul. At times, it almost seemed like he was disgusted.“You can settle in your family’s old cabin. It remains uninhabited. There is some work that needs to be done. I don’t take it easy on my people, and I won’t take it easy on you. It is your responsibility to ensure the cabin is livable,” Rhett said with such disdain that I almost scoffed. I guess if I had, he would’ve made me do twenty push-ups or something. What a stuck-up Alpha.My mom and I made our way to the cabin, which was located on the edge of the compound, near the forest. It had been abandoned for years, but it used to belong to her. The small space was cold, most of the furniture was broken, and dust covered every surface. A fireplace stood in the c

The cabin was finally ready. It was small but comfortable, with a single bedroom, an open space that served as the kitchen, dining area, and living room, and a loft where I created a cozy reading nook. I hung some of the dresses I found in the chest, which I will wash later and carefully laid out the photographs and other trinkets on a small wooden table. The space felt like mine now—a mix of old and new, of discovery and belonging.“Aury, are you ready? Get your bow,” my mom called from the doorway.We were heading out to hunt—Alpha Rhett had made it clear that we had to provide for ourselves. The elk we caught would last a week, with its bones useful for making broth, and the antlers could be crafted into knife handles or even jewelry for trade. The hide would be turned into satchels and other items we could exchange for supplies. I was learning so much.“It’s amazing how I forgot all these skills in Arizona,” my mom mused as she opened the cabin door. “But now that I’m here, it’s a

I woke up at dawn, inhaling the crisp, untouched air. This place was truly magical. Whether it was the colors of the sky, the fresh scent of pine, or just the simplicity of life here, everything felt... right.“Aury, what are you doing outside in pajama shorts and a tank top? Do you want to get frostbite?” my mom called out from the doorway.Strangely, I wasn’t cold at all.“I’m fine, Mom,” I assured her, but looking around at the frozen landscape, I knew it had to be below freezing. Thirty degrees, maybe less. Still, I felt perfectly warm. Maybe I was just getting used to Alaska. Then again, everyone else in the pack still wore thick coats and furs, so… maybe not.“Teenagers these days are daredevils,” my mom teased as she stepped outside, rubbing her arms for warmth. She looked at me thoughtfully. “Darling, how do you feel? We haven’t really talked much about home, and I think maybe it’s time we do.”I hesitated. “Mom, it feels weird talking about this stuff with you.”“Oh, come on,

I arrived at the secret training location, which turned out to be the same place where my mom and I had been fishing when we were attacked by the bear. I spotted Gamma Brandon—and Alpha Rhett. What is he doing here? “Hi, Aurelia. Come on over, you’re right on time,” said Gamma Brandon. “Hi. You mean I’m early, right? Where is everyone else?” I asked, glancing around. “It’s just us. You have a lot of catching up to do,” he replied. Then, shooting a pointed look at the Alpha, he added, “And there’s no better sparring partner than our Alpha here.” I looked between the two of them, sensing something unspoken passing between them, but I had no clue what it was about. “Okay… just don’t beat me up too badly,” I said, giving a nervous laugh. “I still have morning training, and I’d really like to survive it. Oh, and maybe—just maybe—land one punch?” Gamma Brandon chuckled, but Alpha Rhett remained as serious as ever. Tough crowd. “Alright, let’s get into position,” Gamma Brandon instruct

A few days passed since the dinner. We were in much better shape thn whn we started. We had furniture, a warm bed to slep in, food, ways to gt food, we had stater a jewlery which we used to trade for other things within the pack and sometimes ven sel it for money. It was such a fun thing and I was exilarated that people enjoyed the designs that they want them for themselves. This summer was so far the best yet. My heart was healed, I completely understood and accepted what happened. And somehow any lingering feelings I had were no more. Although I still remember jeremy with fondness. It is crazy to think I saw him as my mate and now I remember him as a friend. I hope he feels the same way, It would be hard to go back to ____ pack if there was any awkwardness. My brother was supposed to his beta and it would be odd to run in to him or his mate and feel tension. At least there wouldnt be any tension coming from me. I also made a friend here, Jasmine, a.ka. Ugly face, who was actually b