I take a deep breath, smiling to myself. Finally!
Finally, I am back to the place that holds my most beautiful memories but also my painful ones.For five years, I have dreaded coming back here. What was I afraid of? I certainly don't know but one thing is for sure,I don't see myself running away again." Running away won't solve your problems. The earlier you face them, the better." Those were the good-bye words my professor and mentor told me when I broke the news about going home to him.Leaving behind my glorious days back at the human world wasn't that easy but it was a decision I knew I was bound to make.I needed this, for my sanity and my family which loves me with everything they've got." Linda? Is that you?" A familiar voice called, making me stiffen before balling my fists.Turning around, albeit reluctantly, I plastered a fake smile on my face. Over the years, I have learnt something very important; masking my true feelings with a smile.' Smile until it passes or kills you.' That has been my escape strategy." Raven, long time," I greeted.I watched as her eyes shone with happiness before they dimmed. I could swear I saw sadness in them but this is Raven. She is incapable of feeling sad over anything." Yeah, it's been five years. Glad to have you back. How have you been?" She asked, making me cock my brows at her.My wolf Melody snickered.' Glad to have you back? Who is she kidding?' Melody asked, sarcasm dripping from every word." I'm doing wonderful Raven. If you'll excuse me." I replied, walking away.I was in no mood to chat with her. How could I? Although five years had elapsed, I could never erase the pain of betrayal from the person I considered a close friend. Infact, Raven was like a sister to me. Now, I can't say the same about her." Are you still angry with me over what happened five years ago?" Her question had me halting in my steps.She still has the nerve to ask me that? After everything she made me go through?" What do you think?" I asked, my back facing her.My tears were threatening to fall but I was determined to maintain my strong facade. How could I allow her to see how much her betrayal hurt me? It would be okay if she could feel remorse, but no, she might as well gloat over my misery." When will you ever get over it? He chose me and I believe I am the perfect choice for him. You are just a weak wolf with nothing special, how can you think you are worthy of being Luna? Besides, you are the reason he grew up without parents, do you think he can ever overlook that fact and be happy with you?"Raven's words were like a corrosion from a strong and powerful acid, a painful stab in my heart, a cruel reminder of the bitter reality of my life.Yes, I'm just a pathetic weak wolf who can't even protect herself.' We are strong, stronger than they think.' Melody consoled, making me smile to myself. She sure knows how to lift my moods. Ever since she came into my life, she has been a constant reminder that I need not walk with my head bowed like a weakling, that I am special in my own way.Turning around to face Raven, I smiled at her." Thanks for the reminder Raven. I understand that I don't deserve him because I deserve someone better and he's not even good enough." With that, I walked away.I could feel the burning anger simmering from her and that made me happy.If she thinks that by uttering those words she'll put me down, then she's so wrong about that.Five years ago, those words would have broken me, but things are different now.I have to admit that hearing them is unpleasant but that's just it. I wouldn't care what others think about me because to me, I am the best version of myself and that's enough for me.Approaching my family house, I take a deep breath as my anxiety kicks in.I made sure to arrive during the lunch break since that's the time my family would be whole.I was about to knock on the door when it was pulled open from inside revealing my mother.The look of surprise and joy on her face made me smile." Hi Mom," I greeted but she just stood there, not saying a word or doing a thing.I watched in horror as tears rolled and kissed her cheeks, making me panic.For a split second, I didn't know what to do or say, until the four words left her mouth." Why are you back?" She asked.There was no anger on her face, but she sure had a panicked expression on her face." Mom, what…"" Katerina, what's taking you so long?" My father's voice bloomed before approaching us, a look of horror painting his face making me more confused and alarmed." My daughter…" he called, pulling me in his arms. I accepted his embrace, loving the feeling of being in my father's arms again." Of all days, why did you have to come back today?" My father murmured. I could feel the distress in his voice." You have to leave dear, he can't find you here." My mother's next words had me pulling away from my father's arms, alarmed.Leave? Why do I have to leave when I just arrived? Is there something they are not telling me?" What is wrong? Who is this he you are talking about Mom?" I inquired.I needed to understand why my parents seemed terrified with the idea of me being back at the pack. I had expected anything from them, any other reaction than this! I had pictured how our reunion would be in my mind countless times but the image of seeing my parents scared of my return never crossed my mind.My parents exchanged a look, their reaction making me feel uneasy before my mother uttered the words that had fear shoot straight to my spine." The Lycan King,"Crawling to her, I shifted back to my human form. Clutching her into my arms, I watched as she took her last breath. Turning to look at Alex, he was slowly drawing closer to the claws of death. Letting out a loud growl, something snapped inside me and I felt a sudden rush of adrenaline rushing through me as something crawled under my skin. It was sweet, dark, eerie and sadistic.A sense of dread overtook me as a new power surged in my veins, burning and searing my flesh as it rushed to the surface. A shining beam of light surrounded me as I felt a strange coldness settling deep in the marrows of my bones then I exploded, letting everything go. The ground underneath me started to quake, the air inside the four walls turned thick, my skin felt as if it was on fire, but instead of burning me it felt like it was peeling off.Groans and grunts filled the room, a sudden tsunami surrounding me, lifting me up and driving in circles. Beams of pure light hit the enemy, a single blow sendin
The more Lucian ranted the more I pitied him. Pathetic right? But as a child, he didn't deserve to be treated that way. Just like he said, I was raised in wealth but what more was I offered. Just like him, I was a caged bird, caged by the walls and rules of the kingdom yet what I went through as a child didn't influence what I am now. " That's no excuse to harm innocent people. " I started calmly.I could feel my body burning, no, scorching would be the perfect explanation. The heat was so much that I just wanted to claw at my skin. " Innocent people? " Lucian sneered. " How innocent could they be? Thanks to those so-called innocent people, I was branded dangerous, a traitor. And that stupid fortune teller, claiming that I would bring downfall to the whole land. Her useless words added to that pathetic man's hatred towards me and I was kicked away in the middle of the night, just like the dirty secret I was in his hands. Now, I just want to fulfil her words, bring the world under
Linda's povThe fight between Rosabella and I was getting intense. She was like a cornered beast, fighting it's way for freedom.Her attacks were ferocious and unforgiving, not giving me time to breath as she unleashed her full force upon me. One thing I realised, her magic wss weak, meaning her witch side Wasn't that strong. She was relying on her vampire and lycan powers to fight."I don't want to do this Rosabella" I told her as I tried to disarm her without hurting her. "You should have thought about that before you betrayed your people and join that man to cause ruckus. Rosabella sneered. " And you think you are Qualified to tell me what and what not to do? " I shook my head. At this point, she could already tell that she was clearly not strong enough to rival me yet she was insisting on fighting to the death? " Even if you don't care about yourself, at least think about your son. He is young and needs you. He needs a mother to care and love him. " I said in an attempt to c
Alex povWe set off after Linda's mother and I had a little chat.While I was away, I instructed Fiona to take charge of the kingdom and if something happens to me, she would take over as the Next lycan king.As for Linda, she would chose whether to stick around or leave the kingdom and continue with her life.I know she loves her profesion so I did the only thing I thought was good for her, setting her free.With me gone, i don't think she will be comfortable living with the lycans. Not like my people won't accept her, it's just that staying back would only give her pain." We still need you, she needs you. " Leo mindlinked me as we approached the prison where the battle would be held.I smiled, albeit bitterlyI didn't want this for myself, for my kingdom and most especially for my mate but some things are inevitable.This battle will only end with my death.I nodded at him.Leo looked away. I could see the pain in his eyes yet he remained strong." Change of plans. Your mate will t
Linda's povMorning came and as promised, Aurora sneaked into my prison cell. " Ready? " She asked and I nodded. Muttering a few words, I was freed from the chains making my eyes widen in surprise. " How did you do that? " I asked and she smiled. "The cuffs are something my family created so I can control them, " She replied, shrugging her shoulders. She then casted a spell on herself, looking exactly like me. Looking at her, I could hardly tell the difference, even her scent matched mine. " Go now! You can't waste more time. " She urged me. Nodding, I turned around and left. I found myself Following the path like I knew the place and ended up Aurora's room. Sitting on her bed, I prayed to the goddess to let her see the end of the day. My skin felt dirty from all the days I had stayed without a bath. Stripping, I headed to the bathroom.I washed away the dirt and the grime that had collected itself on my skin.After I finished, I stepped out of the bathroom feeling refresh
Linda's POVShe was right.Whether Alex stayed back at the kingdom or came to this damn forsaken place, a confrontation between them was inevitable. From what I saw about that man, his hatred for Alex ran deep and there's nothing that could stop him from taking his revenge on Alex.It's funny or should I say it's twisted how that man thinks?After being discarded by his father, he blames Alex for his misfortunes?I nodded." Do you have a plan?" I asked, taking x deep breath and embracing the fact that it was time for war.Macbeth grinned, " Now that's More like it."I smiled, amazed at how even her expressions and vigor matched Valeria's." Lucian plans to attack the castle but we will do it Instead. Tomorrow before noon, seduce him, make him let his guard down. We will invade this place, eliminate all the rogues and goddess knows what fate will be served to that bastard because I won't let him breathe past tomorrow." Macbeth said, her words filled with determination." Alright, then