Novel-novel oleh Author Starr

HAZEL I smooth my hand over my forehead as they stepped into the room. I have never kept a secret from Aria before, I tell her everything which is why I was going through an emotional wreck trying to appear normal to her. “So…how are you feeling now?” She felt my forehead, probably mistaking me touching it as feeling a fever or something. “Besides the fact that it's going to take a few days for the scratches to disappear completely, I’m fine.” I assured her, sitting next to her in my mind. Even while I was talking to Aria, my eyes were mainly glued to Freya as she walked around the room either touching or feeling something. I was so nervous she would decide to go into the bathroom next and feel the hygiene products I have there or maybe I’m just paranoid because I have a person hiding in there. Not just anyone but Zade. Standing up abruptly once I figured a way to get them out of the room so he could leave before things spurn out of control or I collapsed in a ball of nerves. “H

HAZEL I couldn’t tell if I was imagining his touch on my face or dreaming it but regardless of which one it might be, I was too scared to open my eyes to conform. Afraid that it will be snatched away from me and I will return to the cold reality that I will never feel his touch again. When I felt his fingers combing through my hair, soothing me into an even deeper state. I moved into his embrace, my eyes fluttering open before the rest of me could cooperate. Our eyes immediately met and I held my breath, pausing for his reaction. Relieved wash over me as Zade leaned over to press his lips on my forehead. I gripped the hand that was creasing my face, never wanting to let go. The relief was a short one because only a second later, he stood up, making his way toward the entrance. I expected him to walk out, but my chest was filled with a warmth that made me crack a smile when he inserted the lock from the inside so no one would disturb us. He came back to join me on the bed, parting

HAZEL Being in the dining hall and seated all by myself at the large table having brunch felt odd. Aria left to attend to the stuff she promised her Zade, Freya is somewhere in the house. Everyone seemed busy with something which made me feel like a burden even though I came here with the intent of having a mini vacation. Taken aback by Willow’s abrupt entrance and the fact that she has taken a seat uninvited at the far end of the table, staring me down. Not that she doesn’t have the right to be wherever she wants to but there has been tension between us ever since they got here, plus usually she avoids me, not seeks me out.Bracing myself up for whatever insults she wants to lash at me because If she’s here then, Kane must have told her I rejected him. Breaking eye contact, I decided to focus on my meal instead, at least until she decided to stop staring at me and state why she was here. “I want to apologize to you for how I’ve been acting.” I almost choke, out of anything I was

HAZEL As soon as I shut the door, the bathroom door opened and just as Zade emerged from it, Kane knocked on the door which made us both freeze. Motioning for him to get back into the bathroom, I hurriedly wiped the traces of tears in my eyes and composed myself. “I told you to go away Kane, I meant it.” I yelled, looking over my shoulder to see Zade still leaning across the door frame unmoving. “I realize I’m still being selfish so if you just give me a moment, I will go with whatever you decide Hazie, please.” He choked, still knocking slightly on the door. Counting on him to go back into the bathroom as I made to open the door, letting Kane back in. I want to put an end to this once and for all or else I will keep hurting and I’m just tired of feeling pain at this point. “Seeing you hurt too much Kane, I’m not going to lie and pretend that everything is peachy. I thought we were going to get married, I was looking forward to starting a life with you but not anymore. When I loo

HAZEL Looking away from him, I turned back to Kane, aware of the fact that half of this room wants me to take him back while quarter will support me in whatever decision I make and Zade… staring at home beneath my lashes knowing no matter how much I want him, nothing could ever…Fortunately, we were interrupted by someone's presence in the room. Judging by the look Zade flashed at him, something tells me he was someone important. The group was broken up as Rebekka approached the stranger. “Beta Xavier, glad you could make it.” She said, looking in her brother’s direction. “I just got back from the city they attacked and it’s not looking good.” He replied then turned to Kane. “You’re also coming with me, by the way.” The four of them disappeared out of sight within minutes and were relieved by the knowledge that Kane was going to be too busy handling things with his uncle and Beta, giving me more time to prolong the conversation I must have with him. “Prolonging the conversation w

HAZEL “What kept you so long?” Asked Freya when I finally joined her and the driver waiting to drive us out. “Oh…have you been waiting out here for long? I’m so sorry, I had a hard time deciding what to wear.” I lied, hoping the blush on my cheeks doesn’t give away my lie. She chuckled, nodding her head in understanding. “Don’t I know that? Come on, I’m excited for the stuff I have planned for us with the help of Aria, it’s a shame she can’t come.” “Well, I can.” Willow announced, all dressed up and hurrying towards us. “I can’t believe you wouldn’t invite me out with you.” I paused on the verge of opening my side of the door, developing mixed feelings about her joining us. Her dislike for me because I wouldn’t forgive her cheating cousin hasn’t been something she tried to hide ever since they got here and I’m worried she would ruin everything for us. Freya glanced at me. “You know Hazel is coming, right? The sole purpose of this hang out is because of her. If you promise to beh

ALEXIA “Hey!” Raven called, running after me. “Are you seriously going to lodge a complaint against the school? I’m asking because Alpha Damon hasn’t been seen in public for years, and he might not respond to you.” I stopped walking to respond to her. “I’m still going to try. My parents have some sort of relationship with him, I’m hoping that should count for something. I’m tired of walking around eggshells when I’ve done nothing but exist. This is beyond the principal so I’m taking it up with the Alpha Damon.” “Alright, just let me know if you need my support.” She replied, smiling at me. “Hey ladies,” Zeke appeared from nowhere, putting each of his hands around our shoulder. “Why weren’t you at the game? I was thinking you would be there.” “Please, don’t remind me of that. Leo’s still upset with me,” I responded, stepping out of his grasp. “Just because Killian isn’t going to be here for a while, doesn’t mean we can’t hang out, right?” He addressed me, releasing Raven from his

ALEXIA On Monday morning, I came to school early. I’d tried Leo’s number again on Sunday, but he was still ignoring me. Guess the weekend didn’t cool him off, huh? That aside, I had a wonderful weekend! Killian and I hung out before the Pack guards came to pick him up. While I have nothing against Mondays, I hate Mondays. People expect you to be overly serious, and if you aren’t, they are quick to point out it's Monday. I hate this particular Monday, probably because the fact that I let down a friend weighs me down heavily. I met Izzie waiting at the main entrance, thinking my day was about to be ruined further by her. I stopped walking for a second when I figured out the reason why she was waiting. “Although, I will never forgive you for what you did to me. Especially since you show no remorse for it, but I don’t want you touching my things. I no longer find you worthy.” I informed her, leaving her staring at me with a slightly open mouth. After dropping my back in my locker, I

ALEXIA I woke up from a deep sleep, gently removing Killian’s head from my lap, so I didn't wake him up. Downstairs, I could hear the front door opening, which might have been what woke me up. I didn’t plan on falling asleep, but after his fever dropped, I stayed a few more minutes to make sure he was truly okay. I must have fallen asleep between those minutes. However, as I stood up to close the drapes, I was stunned to see that it was dark outside. Panic stirred up inside me like a volcano that was about to erupt. Bending slightly to pick the banner I had dropped outside the door, I paused as my parents stepped into the house. As I hurried down the stairs, I checked my phone, seeing several missed calls from Leo… but mostly Raven. It wasn’t until I got to the front door that I stopped. It’s no use anyway, the game probably ended hours ago. “How was the game?” Mom asked, oblivious to the fact that I was silently freaking out. “I don’t know Mom, you know why? Because I never mad

FREYAI made to scoot over to where Claire was sitting but Jet stopped my movement by placing his hand on mine, I blushed and then settled beside him on the blanket."So Jet, what made you agree to go on a picnic this afternoon? Usually, you would rather work yourself to death" Claire said before looking at me briefly. "I think Freya is a good influence on you huh?" I could tell she was teasing by the tone of her voice and I waited for Jet to reply to what she said. He never did.A few minutes later she gave up trying to include everyone in a conversation since the only one who manage to contribute to it was me, we were almost half done with our meal when I heard a loud growl from not so far off distance, the scariest part was that it doesn't appear to belong to one wolf, the sound was too loud to belong to one animal, the time I saw Jet changed into human-made me shivered in fear. I don't think I want to see any more humans turn into wolves or vice versa."Fuck!" Jet cursed then jerk

ALEXIA Some hours later, I came out of my room, taking a temporary break from doing my assignment. Almost bumping into my mom as she raised her hand to knock on the door, just as I opened it. Surprised to see her all dressed up, I regard her with a playful expression. She purposely ignored the look I was giving her. “I will be gone for a couple hours, so don’t bother our guest unless he needs something. You also don’t have to be afraid of someone bursting into the house or anything, a few guards are secretly patrolling the area just in case something goes wrong.” Her last words made me slightly nervous. She never has to warn me about safety before until now. Does this mean the assassin knows his whereabouts? I shook my head, telling myself that if they do, Killian would be moved to another location in a heart beat. “Alright, have fun.” I waved her goodbye and returned to my bedroom. While it would seem like a good idea to check up on Killian after Zeke told me he was upset with m

ALEXIA The day after, I was still running away from Killian. But on the bright side, he stopped locking himself in the guest bedroom and joining us for dinner which makes avoiding him a lot harder. If my parents noticed anything weird— which I doubt, they didn’t comment on it.“You need to stop running from him, Alexia. It's just a crush.” Raven remarked, her tone indicates she’s trying not to laugh. Well, I’m glad at least one of us is finding this funny. Earlier this morning as I was getting ready to leave for school, Killian had knocked on my door asking to talk. In panic, I slammed the door in his face and didn’t leave until he did. Even after that, I fled from the house like I was being chased by a masked man or something. We stopped walking once we arrived at the open field, where most students are currently hanging out. We have thirty minutes of recess, which was exactly what I needed. Watching a group of cheerleaders practice their routine, I paused catching sight of a fami