As night approached, I realized that if I hadn’t convinced Dane to listen to reason, Catrina would be in danger of losing her life. Additionally, there was a chance that I could also be at risk due to my outspoken nature. As I stood in the kitchen, folding the last load of laundry, the sound of footsteps approaching caused my heart to race. The sudden noise jolted me from my train of thought, and I felt a sense of unease begin to settle in again. Despite my efforts to remain composed, my eyes darted toward the door as I waited for the source of the sound to reveal itself. It was then that I saw Dash standing there, his eyes fixed on me in a way that made me feel exposed. There was something about his presence that made me feel uneasy like he was always watching and waiting for an opportunity to pounce. As I tried to regain my composure, I couldn’t help but wonder what he was doing here. Was he simply passing by, or was there something more sinister at play? It was impossible to kn
As I lay over Catrina in fear, waiting for what seemed like an eternity, my mind raced with thoughts of impending doom. All I could hear was the sound of my own heart pounding in my chest, drowning out any other noise around me. It was only when I dared to peek out of one eye that I saw the machete gleaming in the dim light as it hovered menacingly inches from my face. At that moment, time seemed to stand still. The adrenaline pumping through my veins made every sensation feel amplified, and I could feel the cold sweat trickling down my spine. My thoughts turned to all the things I wished I had done differently, all the moments I had wasted, and all the people I had failed to tell how much they meant to me. But suddenly, I noticed the blade had stopped moving.Kendra rushed over and knelt. “Are you fucking insane?!”Dane took the blade away from my face and looked at me angrily. “I had the ability to end your life."I covered Catrina like a blanket, not giving them a chance to proceed
Dash shifted his gaze back and forth between me and Dane as if he was trying to discern the situation he had just entered.Dane nodded, his gaze lingering on me for a moment before he turned to Dash. “Gather the pack. We’ll meet in the clearing in ten minutes.” As Dash left the room, Dane turned to me. “I’m sorry, Mia. Duty calls.” I nodded, with my heart still racing from the intensity of our moment. “What’s going on?” I had a feeling in the pit of my stomach that I couldn’t shake.“We need to secure the border. Wait here, and we’ll continue this conversation later, once I’m back,” he said as he cradled my chin between his index finger and thumb. “Don’t look so worried.”As soon as his hand lifted from my skin, it felt as if my entire soul went with him.Why was I feeling this way?He gave me a small smile before exiting the room, his broad shoulders disappearing through the doorway. As I stood there alone, I couldn’t help but wonder what could have been if we weren’t interrupted.
I was struck by the sheer magnificence of the animal. Its coat was a shimmering light blonde, its eyes piercing and intelligent. But it was more than just its physical beauty that captivated me - there was an aura of power and grace emanating from the wolf that was almost palpable. As I stood there, watching the wolf move with effortless grace and fluidity, I felt a rush of adrenaline coursing through my veins. There was something about this particular wolf that was truly exceptional - a quality that set it apart from all the others. Perhaps it was the way it carried itself, with a regal bearing that commanded respect and admiration. Or maybe it was the fierce intelligence that burned in its eyes, a testament to the wild spirit that lay within. Whatever the reason, I found myself unable to tear my gaze away. Every movement, every sound, every twitch of its powerful muscles held me spellbound. And as I stood there, lost in admiration for this magnificent creature, I couldn’t help but
Kade had Kara, and I was terrified that he could have killed her.“KARA!” I screamed and attempted to run toward the back, but Kade grabbed me and forcefully pushed me onto the couch. I struggled to break free. “What did you do to my friend?” I demanded.Kade had me pinned. “Nothing she didn’t like.” My hands gripped his cheek, which was already extensively bleeding from an injury, and dug my nails into the laceration. “If you have harmed her, I will personally take your life!” I whispered menacingly.He smirked and removed my hand from his face as if I wasn’t hurting him. He leaned in and said, “She felt great, and the best part was her begging me to stop.”I pushed him, but he remained immovable. “You’re a repulsive spawn of Satan!” I used all my strength to push him away from me and attacked him.As I found myself straddling him on the hard, cold floor, throwing wild punches at his grinning face, my frustration and anger began to boil over. Each swing was a desperate attempt to m
As I ran through the darkness, my heart was pounding with fear. Every few seconds, I stole a glance behind me, afraid that Kade was still pursuing me. But my anxiety got the better of me, and in my haste to escape, I forgot to watch where I was going. Before I knew it, I stumbled over an obstacle in front of me, sending me tumbling to the ground.My body lurched forward uncontrollably. Panic set in as I realized I was about to fall. My heart raced as I frantically grasped at the air, searching for something to hold onto. But it was too late. With a sudden jolt, I hit the ground hard. Pain shot through my body as I lay there, stunned, and disoriented. As I struggled to catch my breath, I couldn’t help but let out a sharp cry of surprise. “Ow!” I exclaimed, my voice echoing across the empty landscape. It was a moment of pure shock and disbelief - one that I won’t soon forget. The world seemed to spin around me as I tried to make sense of what had just happened. But even as I lay there,
As I lay in Dane’s arms, my body still tingling from the intensity of our lovemaking, I couldn’t help but feel a sense of unease. I knew that I couldn’t stay with him forever, that I had to return to my human life. I had to be there for Kara. But the thought of leaving him behind, the possibility of never seeing him again, made my heart ache.Dane seemed to sense my unease, and he gently brushed his fingers through my hair. “What’s wrong, Mia?” he asked softly as he cradled me in his arm.I took a deep breath, trying to compose myself. “I just...” I paused. “I can’t go back with you,” I admitted. “I need to be there for Kara... I can’t just abandon her.”Dane’s expression was pained, but he nodded understandingly. “I know,” he said. “But... What if we could find a way to make it work? What if we could find a way for you to be with me without giving up everything else?”I felt a lump form in my throat as I gazed into his eyes. There was so much love and sincerity in his gaze, so much r
Four long years had passed since I left Dane, uncertain if he would reappear or respect my need for space. Though I felt a longing to return to him and ask for his forgiveness, I feared it was too late. It was my fault for walking away initially, but I hadn’t even lived my life yet. Kara needed me then, but now, I was the one living alone in Portland, despite thinking that was the life I wanted so badly.He probably followed my advice and fell in love with Kendra. I didn’t blame either of them. After all, who could resist Dane?At the age of twenty-three, I settled in Portland and established a life here. The relocation was difficult for me, particularly because the farther away I was from Dane, the more intense my pains became. Some days, I would remain on the couch, curled up in a ball, weeping due to the agony. I contemplated whether Dane could sense my pain or if it was his own that I was sensing.After Kara graduated, she got married to a guy from college and they bought a home i