BEAVERTON, OREGON
Cirilla's point of view
I hum to the rhythm of the music playing loudly in my ears, trying to get distracted by the music and my drawing. Even though my efforts have been futile. The recent days have been unpleasant for me, coupling with the weird and bothersome dreams, more like nightmares I've been having. Flashes of nonhuman creatures hounding me. At first I thought it was just a dream, but now I'm not certain of that anymore. I'm starting to rethink that theory, I feel like it's more than a mere dream, like they are missing pieces from my memory. But that's impossible, maybe I'm just being paranoid with the fact that I still can't remember what happened the other night.
I placed the black colored pencil on the bed, gripping the yellow colored pencil, bringing it to the sketchbook. I skillfully mixed it with a shade of orange, after a while I was done. Pulling it up, I stare intently at the image I had drawn. It was a picture of a figure. A man. He was unique, and somewhat familiar. But I have never seen him. What intrigues me most about him was the fury flames that danced on his skin, and it appears like nothing to him. I couldn't make out limpid features of his face. The flames made his face hazy and unclear. His gaze were a bright shade of piercing yellow, or was it golden? It was difficultly hard to tell. I've never met him, but yet that imaged had managed to stalk my dreams these past days. There was a certain familiarity that I couldn't begin to fathom.
I broke my gaze from the image. Staring at my phone. I gaped at the time in horror, I was fucking behind the clock and running late on my first day in school.
I clutched my bag. Diving my books, sketchbook, purse and phone into it. I buzzed to the kitchen and grabbed a muesli bar and a banana. Hastily exiting the house. It was a blessing mum wasn't home. I didn't even know when she left this morning. It's been a week now since we moved to Beaverton town. So far, it's just there. I haven't really had the time to explore the town. I had more important things on my mind, like admitting myself into the town's high school, finding a job to support myself as usual.
I munch down the last bite of my breakfast, then my phone vibrated. Message notification. I scrolled through my messages, going through my unread messages. An interview schedule pop up on my screen. It was at a bar I had stopped by two days ago, and I'm scheduled for an interview with the manager right after school.
As soon as I reached school, I went through the hallways. I find the admin office and walk in.
The lady on the desk, tilted her head and eyed me up from beneath her long lashes.
"Yes?"
Well, that was polite.
"I'm Cirilla Bane, it's my first day" I told her.
Lazily, she shuffled through her occupied desk and pulled out a map and class schedule. She hands it to me and without saying anything, she goes back to her more important job of filing her nails.
Thanks for the damn hospitality!
I can't believe they actually pay her!
I navigated my way through the enormously large school. I got lost on my way to class. I found my first class, being twelve minutes late. I rushed in, apologizing and introducing myself to the teacher. He points at an empty seat at the back for me. I settled into my seat while dumping my bag on the ground.
The lesson begun, I barely paid attention to the teacher. Going through my class schedules. I study the map trying to get a head over it, to avoid the embarrassment of walking into class late.
I began scribbling meanings of some words taught by the teacher. I was engrossed in my action, but I felt it. It was hard not to. Growing up I tend to be sensitive and alarmed of my surroundings, and right now I felt heated gaze boring holes at the back of my head. I found that impolite and utterly annoying.
Slightly, I turned around, my eyes locking instantly with a pair of chartreuse eyes. They were deep and sharp. He had a well-defined jawline, and a brilliant yellowish hair that stood out. Falling messily in a perfect symmetry slightly above his shoulders. It gave him a manly, yet beautiful look. For a split untainted second, we bored at each other, never faltering our gaze.
His eyes twinkled. He pressed his lips together gently, the muscles around his cheekbones and jaw visibly relaxed and a small liptight smile cut through his lips.
I offer a smile of my own just to be polite. I pulled my gaze away, back to the scribbling on my book. But I could still feel his bothersome gaze on me.
I make it through few classes and was glad as hell it was lunch time. I had no appetite for that, lately everything that gets into my mouth tasted bland and ugly. Instead, I decided to explore the school so I won't embarass myself as I did earlier today. I found the venue for some of my classes, and even toured around the library, and the school gym. I still had some minutes before lunch finishes, not feeling like doing anything. I took out my sketchbook and sit out in the school lawn, getting soaked by the sun. I take the the chance to look around, I do notice an extremely large proportions of cute looking guys with perfect masculinity and the whole package. The girls were also a beauty.
Lunch time over. I get up and make my way to my next class. A hand suddenly grabs my arm. Instinctively, I spin around fastly, loosing myself from his hold. It was the weird guy from my class.
"Hi!" He stares at me pulling out a grin. A deep wide grin. His deep chartreuse eyes scanning me diligently. Before I could respond, he pulled my sketchbook out. "You dropped this" He had a rich, deep smile, and those eyes held mine cautiously as if intrigued and at the same time studying me.
"Thanks!" I collected my sketchbook, plastering a fake small smile.
"We take chemistry together"
"Yeah! I noticed you" It really hard not to. He gave me the weird vibes.
"I'm sorry for creeping you out in class. It's just that you're very pretty" He complimented with a bright brilliant smile.
Well that was bold. "Thanks"
"I'm Niko."
I nod, and he stares at me, expecting me to say something.
I mentally rolled my eyes. "I'm Ciri...Cirilla actually, but most people call me Ciri"
He smiles. "It a pleasure to finally meet you…" He paused, "...Ciri"
"Yeah. Thanks again" I make my way to my next class. Thankfully, I strut in before the teacher. I slumped into one of the seats beside the window.
I get a tap on my shoulder, tilting my head sideways I'm faced with the most beautiful girl I've met. Her lucent honey-iced, brown eyes complimenting her white, flawless skin and her long brown hair. If beauty had a face, then I swear it'll be her.
"Hi there! I'm Lyra" She chirps. Even her voice was sweet and melodious. She stuck out her hand.
"Cirilla" I grabbed her hand in a handshake.
"I've never seen you around here. Believe me I never forget a face"
"I'm new here. My first day actually" I told her, leaning lightly on the table to get a better view of her.
"Well then, welcome to Beaverton high" She flung her hands in the air, dramatically. I couldn't help but break a smile. She's cute.
"I know every damn thing around here, so if you want to know anything I'm the right girl to ask" Her smile was genuine.
I nod at her, smiling. The teacher roved in and began the class.
After class was over, I reached for the door and head to my locker. I stashed some books in it, locking it.
"Hi Cirilla!" I was stoned to see her again. Lyra.
"Lyra. Did you need something?" I ask unsure.
"No. Yes actually. I wanted to invite you out since you are new in town. I'm heading to the mall and it'll be nice if you come along" Her eyes fell expectantly on mine.
I didn't know how to say this without sounding like my usual blunt and bitchy self. "I'm sorry, but I have plans already" I say flatly.
"Oh" Her eyes drops, and then it beamed again. "I guess another time. See you later Ci" She kisses my cheeks and literally hops away.
I glanced at the time. Oh shoot! The interview. I scamper away.
NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA
Crescent Moon's Pack
Asher's point of view
Hmmm. I moaned. Gently moving my head buried in the pillow. I moaned deeper, loving the sensual sensation that paced up and down the skin on my back. I turned around. My eyes roaming down the naked body of the she-wolf next to me. She moved her dainty body to mine. Her bare skin rubbed against mine. She pinned her hips to my waist, slowly moving against me. I moaned at the intense sensual building down there. Her lips pressing on mine. I enjoy the sultry kisses for a while before retreating away. I didn't have the strength to take on more than I could handle. We had a couple drinks last night. One thing led to another and here she was completely naked in my bed. It was bright outside and apparently, I had over slept.
I stretched from the bed. My eyes fell on the she-wolf on the bed. "Thanks for last night Zoey"
Before she could reply, I pulled away from the sheets. My naked ass head into the bathroom for a shower. I slid under the running shower. It races from my hair and soaks my body in one refreshing rush. I rub on my arms, chiseled bare chest and my torso attempting to rid myself of last night sweat. By the time I was out, Zoey was gone. I was glad she didn't need me to spell it out for her. Whatever happened between us was just plain sex and nothing more. No strings attached. I plucked out black jeans and ice blue v-neck shirt to begin the day. I had a heap of things to tend to today.
I strode out of the room, located at the top floor in the mansion. I ambled down to the kitchen, totally famished and in need of anything that could quell the insane hunger in my stomach.
"Good morning aunt Lizzy" I kissed her cheeks as she bustled past me heading to the Alpha's office in a haste.
"Morning sweetie!" She replies absentmindedly. So unlike her. Something was definitely up.
I tail behind her in a chase. "What's wrong? Did something happen?"
She grips my muscular arm, tugging me into the Alpha's office with her. Everyone was gathered for a meeting. I made a quick greeting to everyone. I roved with her to where Uncle Xavier was seating. Aunt Lizzy, the Pack's delta-female took a seat and I stand behind her. Uncle Mitch, the Pack's beta was seated on the Alpha's table. Opposite him was the Pack's head Coven witch, Aunt Rhona. Next to her, leaning against the royal blue wall was the French quarter head witch, Uncle Benjamin. Aunt Gabi, the Pack's beta female, and Uncle Mitch's mate was seated on the long couch along with aunt Neela, a witch. And her chosen mate, uncle Declan, the head Vampire of the Eastern Vampire Coven. Aunt Allegra was leaning on the arm chair closest to the door. She was Uncle Benjamin chosen mate, and a vampire warrior. She's actually bad ass. Theo was pinned on the arm chair next to aunt Rhona's. As the day passes, he looks more like the future Alpha of the Crescent Moon's Pack.
Theo was the Alpha Hybrid's second child. Half vampire and half wolf. He also inherited some of the Luna queen witch's blood. But he is more inclined to his wolf and vampire part. Though, I am two years older than him, he had broad shoulders, and masculinity of a strong warrior. But still, he's like a baby brother to me. And I see why the Alpha Hybrid, and Luna queen always held him in high regard. I ponder involuntary, my thoughts dwelling on my father. Before I let sadness and resentment swim through, I was quick and smart to abscond it and the melancholy vibe it always brought.
"There's been another death" Uncle Mitch hoarse voice broke through. He wasn't one to beat around the bush.
There was a sharp intake of air, and quiet gasps.
"Who was it this time?" There was an uncomfortable, and eerie emotion that dangled on Uncle Xavier words.
"An Elder witch. Elder Elona" Aunt Rhona spoke up, quietly.
They all had frightful gazes, but not shocked. For some years now, there's been mysterious deaths occuring in the magical world. Whatever or whoever was behind this, unfortunately has been taking down powerful high ranking officials from different magical kind. A month ago, it struck the Faes kingdom. Two weeks ago it claimed the life of the black panther queen. And now an Elder witch.
I shook my head listening more.
"Her body had the same mark as the others." Uncle Mitch informed us.
"No one is safe any longer" Aunt Lizzy mumbled, but we all could hear her.
"The Luna is still at Wiscon. It seems like she found something from Cyrene. And a meeting have been called by the Circle" Uncle Mitch added again.
"Is the Alpha Hybrid aware of the meeting?" Uncle Benjamin's cool voice sounded. There was a short mute silence.
"I sent word to Carter and Blake to inform him. He has his hands full at the moment" Uncle Mitch rasped.
Everyone nodded, as if thinking of his last words. Uncle Cameron was the Alpha Lord of our kind. Also known as the Alpha Hybrid. Half Alpha, and half Vampire. He's respected as the Alpha of all Alphas. He was turned magically to a vampire by the French quarter witches at the age of six when the Pack was in some serious danger. But it's all behind us now.
I sighed, just thinking of it brought back feelings I didn't want to feel. It reminded me of my own unruly fate. The meeting was concluded. Aunt Rhona and uncle Benjamin would be attending the Circle's meeting in Nevada.
I strode out with Theo. My hands shoved into my jeans pocket. He seemed deep in his thoughts. His rich, and silky jet black hair hovering slightly above his thick black brows. His golden eyes staring blankly into space. He was a sculpted image of Uncle Cameron, and was growing more into him. He had aunt Davina's perfect and immaculate face. Upon the thought of the Luna Queen, her beautiful face conjured in my head. I smiled. The first few years I moved to the Crescent Moon's Pack, she made it bearable for me. She made the sadness of being tossed aside by my own father, and Alpha to the Black Blood Pack bearable. She was a pure blooded witch, who had experienced lots of pain and sadness. I was told she died many years ago during a war. But her mate, uncle Cameron turned her into a vampire and now she's part vampire but still has her witch's powers
"Things are getting more fucked up bro" Theo's voice pulled me out from my thoughts.
His worrisome gaze met mine. Theo had never been one to talk so much. I literally watched him grow since he was three. It was sad to see the familiar sadness that had tormented me for years in his gaze. He usually masks it underneath his expressionless demeanor. Theo had recently turned sixteen. But he was matured in every aspect. I could see the heavy burdens he carried, and there was nothing I could do to help alleviate it.
Growing up I watched this same sadness in his eyes envelope uncle Cameron and aunt Davina. They had lost their eldest child many years ago. Or rather, she was stolen from them before she was born. It was some serious dark witchcraft. That sadness had dwelt with the entire Pack for seventeen years now. Frankly, no one knows if the lost princess was still alive or not. But they never stopped searching for her. Uncle Cameron spends every second of his existence scattering the earth in search for the people who took her and Theo had to step up at a young age as the next in line Alpha.
"Asher----" I turned to Theo.
"It'll be alright Theo." I try sounding optimistic. Finding it hard to believe my own words. I doubt things will ever be alright. How can we fight something that we don't know. What's worse is it's attacking high ranking officials. No one is safe. And I could understand Theo's worry. It's certainly called for. Aunt Davina often visits, but has been away in Wiscon with the witch Cyrene, a witch, blessed with the gift of foresight. Theo was just still a child who's worried about his parents while pretending he's strong.
Uncle Mitch and Aunt Gabi's son, Daryl and Carl joined us as we crossed the meadow and moved to the large training ground. Carl had a twin, Louis they were uncle Carter and aunt Lizzy's precious sons. We reached the training ground. The smell of sweat lingered around. Warriors from different supernatural kind sparring with each other. The Crescent Pack had an Elite team comprised of several warriors from different kind and races. That's the best part about the Crescent Moon Pack, it welcomes all supernatural beings irrespective of their kind or race. We had werefoxes, black panthers, were tigers, vampires, wolves, witches and many more.
I sighted Jesse and Malia training. They were only training, but Malia as usual fought with strong zeal and vigour. No wonder why she was the best female warrior, second best to Theo and I. And the adopted daughter of Uncle Benjamin and Aunt Allegra. She was a were-coyote and a member of the Elite team. In a second, she had Jesse, one of the finest warriors pinned to the ground.
I smirked at her.
"Geez. Someone please tell them this is a training ground and not a fucking motel!" I spun my attention to Shirley. Daryl younger sister. "Get a room you two!" She yelled over her shoulders to Louis who was literally sucking the face of a random she-wolf.
She joined us with Amy and Kayla. She was a replica of aunt Gabi.
"I can't believe he's your brother. How can you both look exactly the same but with two opposite personalities" Kayla plopped on Carl's laps. They weren't mate or even a couple, but they liked to flirt a little. Maybe alot. Kayla was Uncle Declan and aunt Neela's daughter. She was taken in by them after she lost her parents in the war.
Malia and uncle Xavier's son, Eric approached us.
"So do you have any plans for tomorrow birthday girl? Amy, the chirpy and quirky one asked in glee. Her eyes taking in Malia's every movements. She was Uncle Cole and aunt Rosalie's daughter.
All eyes fell on Malia. Though everyone knew exactly how the savage queen planned to spend her day, just like every other birthdays.
She was turning eighteen tomorrow. She was feminine in every way. She had the perfect curves, wide ass and full chest. But she hated things like parties, and every other girlie things the girls liked to engage in. She rather preferred to be locked up in the field training and getting butts kicked.
"Nothing special. Just the normal routine" She dropped, stealing a bottle of water from Eric's brother, Enzo. He was a vampire, adopted by uncle Xavier and his mate, aunt Sloane.
"Hey Mal. I was drinking that!" Enzo rasped, attempting to grab the bottle back.
"You can have it" She tossed the bottle back at him, after drinking from it.
Enzo scoffed. "That was mine to begin with….."
"You're welcome"
"Enough with the bickerings you two!" Amy shrieked. Those two were like cat and dog. Tom and jerry. Always at war with each other.
"Hmm. Hmm…."Kayla shook her head sideways in a disapproving manner. She was up from Carl's laps. "My dear savage queen. We will get you all dolled up and will be taking you out for a change."
Malia groaned. Standing to her feet. But Louis was quick to block her path, sending her back to her seat.
"A new club is opening tomorrow night in town." Louis smirked with a sheen.
"For a change, you are useful" Shirley chimed. Louis rolled his eyes at her remark. "Then it's settled. Party tomorrow night!"
Everyone giggled. But Malia groaned. I sent her an encouraging smile, my smile fading away as quickly as it came. I felt a churn deep within me, like a beast awaking from a deep slumber. Azalea. My demon counterpart. My fist clenched into a ball at his sudden words. 'Blood!!'
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BEAVERTON, OREGON (Black Blood Pack) Cameron's point of view Grief and sadness were two feelings that were not so foreign to me. It felt as if their very existence were carved out from my soul, like a ditch of dark hole deep within in my heart. A hole that cannot be filled by anything that the world could offer. I thought of it at that time as a sad moment in life where you have to push through to the other side, but there's no pushing through, and there's most definitely not an other side to this sadness, other than pain and more pain that I'll have to get through everyday. It is the only emotion that have absorbed me. The more the years rush by, and the world keep growing, it only get more harder and impossible to deal with. I'm aware of what the world thinks of me, what everyone thinks of me. They say I'm nothing more than a saddened soul that have sold what little of his humanity to the devil. Well, I can't blame them. That wasn't exactly a lie
BEAVERTON, OREGON Cirilla's point of view The sharp sounds of heavy thud echoed in my ears, my heartbeat skyrocketed. A wave of fear and panic crippling my insides and my breathing came out short and fast. I felt my body tremble, sharp pains building in my insides, the frightful image of blazing red eyes crept in my mind, making me jerk up from my bed. The beeping of my alarm clock startling me. I turned it off, and glanced around my room, heaving a tired sigh of relief. It was only a dream. I breathed loudly, calming my nerves. Warm rays of the sun wandering in and instantly warming me up. It was only a dream, I repeated calmly, releasing another sigh. Rubbing my palm against my face, I leaned into it, getting a grip of myself as everything flashed through. I remembered it vividly. Almost as if it was real. So real. The insane fear. The sharp piercing at the side of my stomach and the loud growlings of those beasts. And then the nonhuman figure that burne
NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA (Crescent Moon's Pack) Asher's point of view I walked out from the Witches quarters. I just concluded my usual training exercise with aunt Neela and uncle Benjamin had left with aunt Rhona for the Circle's meeting in Nevada. Once I reached my room, I showered and got dressed in casual jeans and black tee-shirt that displayed part of my tattoo on my arms and neck. It was evening already. I gaited to the Packhouse. "Hey Asher!" Amy hopped to me, linking her arms to mine. She was finely dressed in short lavender single strap dress. She had makeup on and looked like a doll on display. "Ooh. Stop drooling. You are giving me the butterflies" She fake slapped my hard rock chest, jokingly. Then Eric, Enzo, Carl and Louis came up to us. They were smartly dressed. I raised my brows. Was I missing something? Their confusion was etched on their faces as well. "Am I missing something?" I asked, confused. "What
CARSON CITY, NEVADA (The Wiscon Palace) Davina's point of view I was seated next to Cyrene delicate figure, watching her as she slept peacefully, while I gently stroke her gray-white hair with her head firmly resting on my lap. She looked so calm, and at peace. There was a special kind of tranquility that fell on her. I brushed back the gray locks of hair that fell on her face. It was unbelievable how time flew so fast, how fast the years has changed everyone. It affected everyone so badly, and Cyrene was not left aside. Being a witch who was gifted with the ability to foretell the future, she had it as worse as anyone of us. My fingers brushed the freckles on her cheeks, she didn't even as much stir, the spell I had cast on her drifted her to deep slumber. She needed it badly. The tender skin around her eyes as usual had dark circles, one formed overtime from stress and from the constant use of her powers. But Cyrene still looked the same exactly
Cirilla's point of view "Hey Jaxon!" I bellowed behind me, strutting my way to the locker. It was friday night and I had just reported for my night shift at the bar in town. Quickly, I had changed into the work outfit. I pulled out my phone quickly, sending a brief text to Niko. He was out of town. He left school abruptly today, saying something urgent came up at his family house somewhere in Nevada. I met with Jaxon at the counter, he was pouring in some drinks for some customers. "You are a minute early" He said to me and I smiled. It has only been a short time since I started working here, but Jaxon and I had grown kind of close. I think my social skills were improving by the day. Jaxon dark skin like rich chocolate brushed past mine, moving to serve some customers while I took my position at the counter. I scanned around the bar. It had an average number of people. It was only a matter of time before people begin to rush in nonstop. Plus it was friday night
Cirilla's point of view I woke up earlier than usual the next day. Frankly I couldn't sleep. The thoughts of the stranger at the alley kept me awake through out the night. I can't stop thinking about him. And the unspeakable chemistry between us was undeniable. I groaned into my pillow. Unable to decide yet if I should take him up on his date or not. I dug my head into the soft pillow, recollecting everything that happened last night. Weirdly, I loved the pull that existed between us. I wouldn't mind experiencing it again. What could probably go wrong? I guess I had just decided. I'm going on a date. I raced to my closet in search of something nice to wear. I realized I'm in a conflict between jeans and a cropped shirt. and a short dress. I didn't want to dress less or too much. Quickly I grabbed my phone, texting Lyra who's much capable of managing this crisis. 'I've got a date. Don't know what to wear' I entered the send button, perching on the edge of the bed. In
Cirilla's point of view I woke up in the morning and head out to school. I was almost there when my phone beeped loudly. A message. From Niko. He still wasn't back in town from his trip to his family house in Nevada. I released a small smile, reading through his message. 'Won't be back till tomorrow. Take care Ciri. Please be safe!' A warm feeling enveloped my heart. It was really nice to know that someone actually cared for me. I kept walking to school and few more minutes I was there. I headed straight to class. My eyes silently scanning the hallways for Lyra and the guys. I honestly can't believe how well we all clicked. It's a sheer wonder to me. I never had so much friends before. Back then I just didn't care. Mum and I was always on the move anyway. No point establishing any sort of relationship. But now things had changed. I had friends to begin with, and there was Mason. I jerked alarmed when someone gripped my shoulder out of the b
Cirilla's point of view "Pretty pretty please" I dared not looking at her. Especially when she had her adorable puppy dog eyes on display. I didn't need anything that will alter my decision. "I'm sorry Lyra. I have a heap of things to do tonight" I lied smoothly. Hoping she doesn't prod any deeper. I literally had nothing to do after my shift at the gym. I chose today as my weekly day off from the bar. But there was no way I will be attending the party to celebrate her brother's return back home. "But you don't have to work at the bar tonight" Her pleading voice reminded. I mentally groaned in frustration, wishing I never chose today as my day off. It would have been much easier if I actually had to work today. I finally turned to her. Her brown wavy hair dangling at both sides of her face. Her bulging chocolate eyes holding mine expectantly. "I'm sorry Lyra" I hate to break her heart. But it's a massive NO from me. "You don't have to stay for too long.