5 Brothers & The House of Stray

The northern part of the west coast is known for its constant rain and gloomy weather, but the external conditions didn’t go unnoticed by the residents at the House of Stray, a mansion secluded on the outskirts of Oak Harbor, Washington. Other than when the full moon fought through the heavy rain clouds, they spent most of their days enjoying the comfy settings inside the home, avoiding the weather. The only resident to leave home daily, besides the butler they have kept for centuries, was Lascivious, the Alpha and oldest of 5 brothers. “Uhg, really?” the youngest brother, Amorous, whined when he peeked outside the window in the great room to see the massive droplets of water pinging at the window. He was the youngest born to a family of werewolves who’d kept their identity secret for several centuries. If you’ve heard of old money, this family came from something much older. “Yes, really. Now stop stalling and get going, or Libidi will arrive while you’re still standing here being

The dark gray clouds started thickening, Prurien noticed, and the rain came in puddles, punching at the vehicle.“Fine, let us hurry up.”The smell of ozone thickened in the air, making Johnathan sneeze while the two men again called on the ancient power of their wolf lineage.It only took a moment, and they were now ready.“Damnit, why didn’t you open the back hatch before you changed? Useless piece of,” Jonathan’s voice was interrupted by a heavy gust of wind, but he managed to yell above it as it pummeled him, “Next time, Lasci can deal with this bs!”“There shouldn’t be a next time, number one. Number two, how would you expect us to close the hatch?”“See this little cloth strap hanging inside at the bottom? What’s the point of you mutts having teeth if you don’t know how to use them? I’ve seen dogs in dog shows smarter than all of you!”Jonathan slammed the hatch shut and got back into the driver’s seat.“I don’t know what bothers me more, him calling us mutts or him watching dog

Lascivious quickly ducked back into the bathroom and slammed the door. Pressing his ear against it, he listened, and there was no noise. Then, grabbing his phone, which he left on the bathroom counter, he quickly called Prurien. “Get up here, and I need help getting some clothes.” “Getting some clothes, why?” Lascivious started whispering, “The injured woman is awake. That’s why!” “Oh, but does that have to do with you needing clothes? Lasci, did you do something to her while she was asleep?” The oldest brother slammed his fist on the marble bathroom counter, “Just get up here, Pru, now!” He hung up the phone and continued listening. Finally, there was slight coughing, and he heard the woman’s soft voice. “Excuse me, hello?” “Keep your head covered. I’m coming out!” He heard her gasp as he started to turn the door handle, then something hard hit the door. “Don’t come out. Next is the lamp!” He took a deep breath and then spoke, “Look, lady, I am not going to k

Suddenly the pressure on her chest lessened. “There, you should have told me it unclasped in the back. Then, I wouldn’t have wasted time trying to find something to cut it!” She could tell he was frustrated again. “Sorry, I didn’t think about it. Thank you.” Turning, she realized he was on his knees facing her. He stared at her for a moment, and she licked her dry lips. The movement drew his eyes, and he quickly looked away as he stood up. “I’ll add some warm water to the tub. Why don’t you try freeing your left hand.” Purity couldn’t grab the bra with her hurt wrist and hand. “I need some help, I think.” “Why? Is your right hand broken or something?” She pulled it out from under the sheet and looked at it, “I’m not sure, but it hurts to move my wrist.” Lasci turned around and looked at her, “You aren’t sure? Fine, let me take a look.” She held her arm, and he grabbed her hand roughly, making her wince. “It’s swollen.” He let go gently. “Alright, turn around.” She hesi

Lasci ran up the stairs with the bag of stuff for Purity while both brothers snickered at his frustration. “Pru, tell Johnathan to bring up a tray of apples and some tea. The female’s medication is on the counter by the fridge. She will need that,” Lasci yelled over his shoulder. His brother nodded and went to the kitchen, followed by Libidi. The Alpha opened his bedroom door and found Purity asleep. Looking around, he didn’t see anything out of order in the room until the floor-length, thick grey curtain moved gently at the balcony door on the other side of the bed. “What the hell,” he whispered loudly and then looked over at Purity, worrying he woke her. She only shifted slightly, staying asleep. He walked over slowly, gently setting the bag of items at the end of the bed, and grabbed the curtain before pulling it aside. One of the wood-framed glass doors was swaying ajar, its hook dangling. The mansion was old, so all three balconies on the home had the old-fashioned hook a