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CHAPTER 30: Mixed Feelings
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Bound with Shadows Chapter 35: Thick Tension
Naomi’s POVShe didn’t answer. But the silence said enough.“He wouldn’t do that,” I said, heat rising to my face. “He wouldn’t betray anyone like that. He’s… he’s loyal. How could you think of such a thing? He helped to check out what had happened!”“Loyalty is often the perfect cover,” Lyra said. “We’re not accusing him. But questions are being asked. And people talk. Especially after seeing him disappear from the hallways right before the alarms. And also, he left you, didn't he?”I remembered. Logan had been called by an Alpha, so he had to go check out what was up. I hadn’t questioned it.Until now. Now, I want to see Logan and ask him what had happened. What he and the elder discussed later that day. Lyra moved to the door. “Keep your eyes open. If you hear or see anything strange, tell someone. Even if it feels like nothing.”Then she left.I stood frozen for a long time.Could Logan really be hiding something? Well, sometimes, Logan can be strange and different, but that's no
Bound with Shadows Chapter 34: A Quiet Betrayal
Naomi’s POVThe air the next morning was thick. Not just with fog or the smell of damp earth after a long night, but with tension. You know, that kind of tension that, when it lingers in the air, you feel like shrinking down into a hole or wanting to scratch the wall with your fingers.I stood on the balcony of the guest quarters, my hands gripping the blanket I had draped over me tightly. I watched as the sun creeped over the forest, giving the surrounding a soft warm glow. Below, warriors paced around, clothing tight to their weapons. From this place where I stood, I saw how tight their movements were, and how they stood, like they were waiting for something. The Redwood Pack’s warriors were known as one of the top 8 powerful warriors in the world. Now I can see that the title isn't just for nothing. That activity of last night really shook the whole pack. I hadn’t slept a wink throughout the night. It seemed Logan didn’t either. He had washed the blood from when he went out and c
Bound with Shadows Chapter 33: Unspoken
Naomi’s POVHis hand was still in my arm.I stood there, my chest rising and falling fast and hard. I should have pulled away, Gods, I should have. I should have said something, screamed at him, pushed him back. But I didn’t. I just stared up at Marcus like a fool.Damn, I was a fool. No matter how much I tried to convince myself that my heart didn't thud and do that little backflip thing anytime I saw him. And I tried to steady my breathing when he was around.His eyes didn’t blink. They stayed locked on mine, and his gaze was so cold and burning at the same time. He looked like he hated me and he also looked like he missed me at the same time. He looked like he was mad at me for something I didn’t understand. Maybe he wasn't mad at me, because why would he be mad at me?“Let me go,” I finally whispered, finding ny voice, but my voice sounded so hoarse for some reason.His jaw ticked. “Why? So you can run back to him?”I was tired of this back and forth between us. I clench my jaw an
Bound with Shadows CHAPTER 32: The Garden
Naomi’s POVThe hallway was quiet as we walked out. Logan's hand brushed against mine. He hadn’t let go since we stood from the meeting. I was grateful for it. I was grateful for the comfort it brought. Not that I didn't want to be alone, but then. I sigh softly. Someone calls his name as I tear my gaze away from the man who was wearing a grey suit, whose eyes were fixed on me. Who seemed to have a favorite business of staring right into my soul, like he was trying to figure out what I was thinking.“Alpha Logan,” one elder came out from the meeting rooms, walking straight to us. His gaze stopped on me again, then he spoke.“You have such a beautiful company today.” I'm about to give a small, fake smile when Logan steps in front of me, blocking the elders' view. Logan turned. “Give me a moment,” he said to me gently, his hand giving mine a quick squeeze before he walked toward the elder.I waited, arms crossed, trying not to feel the weight of Marcus’s gaze on me again. It was hot.
Bound with Shadows CHAPTER 31: The Drive
Naomi’s POV“Redwood Pack? Why?” My brows dipped as I adjusted, sitting on one ass on the bed. He only stepped closer, his eyes sweeping all over my body as if trying to check with his eyes if I had gotten hurt from that incident. I sighed inside, lowering my eyes to the ground.I wanted to protest, to tell him I didn't feel too good and that I didn't want to go to Redwood Pack. But I couldn’t. I didn’t want him to feel too much concern for me or read too much meaning into Marcus showing up, or think that something was going on between me and Marcus. Not that I care what he thought, but then, maybe it's common courtesy. Or maybe because he has been too kind and patient with me.Five minutes later, we were in the garage, with him coming towards me and opening the door for me. I let out a weak little smile and muttered a “thank you.”The drive to Redwood Pack felt longer than it really was. It was silent…like…this kind of silence that made you adjust uncomfortably in your seat. Or the k
Bound with Shadows CHAPTER 30: Mixed Feelings
Marcus' PoVThe loud growl that came from my throat wasn't something I thought about it just happened naturally. Those guys weren't going to get away with messing with Naomi.The red back lights of the black car were getting smaller but my sharp senses made the distance seem small. I was getting closer with every step. The road blurred under my feet the wind yelled in my ears and the only thing that mattered was catching up.I got to them quickly. I jumped my claws out and landed hard on the car's top. The roof bent from how heavy I was. People inside panicked – I heard yelling and the car moved all over the place. Great. They should be scared.I started to chew and scratch at the metal with my teeth and nails tearing off the roof to get to the people hiding inside. This was how I kept my loved ones safe - even if she didn't love me back. I was about to tear the whole roof off when a bright light burst out of the back window.A gunshot.Something hit my left shoulder it hurt a lot and
Bound with Shadows CHAPTER 29: Skills to the Test
Naomi's POV“Naomi are you sure about this?” Layla's voice was shaking loudly. I looked at her her hands were tight as she held the car door. “That car... it's still there right?”“Yes Layla it is.” I said my voice steady even though I was getting nervous inside. “I'm sick of being followed all the time. I'm going to figure out who they are and what they want.”I signaled pulling the Porsche Boxster over to a quiet and empty part of the road. The car behind us - a black sedan plain and creepy - slowed down and then stopped a short distance away.“Naomi no! What are you doing?” Layla almost yelled. “We should leave! Now! Please just leave!”I ignored her growing worry taking off my seatbelt.“What's wrong Layla? You're acting like you've seen something scary. I can take care of myself you know that. Even if things get a little heated.” I cracked my fingers trying to seem confident even though I wasn't feeling it.Layla grabbed my arm holding on really tight.“It's not you I'm worried a
Bound with Shadows CHAPTER 28: Friends Night Out
Naomi's POVA loud scream cut through the evening air making me jump. I had just gotten out of the car feeling the usual tiredness of a long day of work in my shoulders.“Wow Naomi this car is amazing!” Layla screamed her voice full of really strong excitement.My eyes went where hers did. The red Porsche Boxster sports car a gift from Alpha Logan shone under the streetlights. It still felt strange to own something so fancy. I gave a tired smile.“Hey Layla. Glad you like it.”“I love it! I'm totally into it! We have to try it out right now!” She jumped up and down her eyes sparkling with fun.“Layla I just got home from work. I'm really tired.” I said rubbing my neck. A hot bath sounded way better than going for a wild drive.“Come on Naomi! Just one quick ride. Please? It'll be fun! We can play some music feel the wind... it's a great way to relax after a long day. It's like therapy but with a car.” She was already pulling my arm and she wouldn't give up.“I really don't know Layla.
Bound with Shadows CHAPTER 27: Lunch and Laughter
Naomi's POV“Lunch?” I said suddenly the word floating between us. Had I really just asked my boss Alpha Logan to lunch? I was surprised I'd asked him of all people. He's my boss after all. My face turned bright red and I prepared for him to say no for things to get awkward.Alpha Logan's eyebrows went up a look of surprise crossing his face. I held my breath ready to take it back to say it was a lunch for work anything to fix the situation.“Lunch sounds... great.” he said a real smile spreading across his face. I felt a big relief wash over me all at once.“Really?” I had to ask showing how surprised I was.“Really.” he said his eyes shining. “I'm very hungry. And to be honest I need a rest from Brandon's idea anyway“.He grabbed his keys the sound a comforting familiar thing in the really weird moment.“Let's get out of here.”As we walked through the office I couldn't help but notice the sneaky looks and the smiles that some of the workers gave each other.I tried to ignore them t
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