As the man beside me disrupted the room's tranquillity, the one standing opposite me uttered with a shudder, "Your mother... she's no more." His words struck me like a bolt of lightning, and at that moment, my world shattered into a thousand fragmented pieces. He clicked his tongue dismissively, casually entering the room before closing the door with a resounding thud. I struggled to process the devastating news; my mind clouded by echoes of Mama's voice calling out to me.
Curling into a small ball, I desperately tried to silence the memories that flooded my mind. They played on repeat; each scene etched vividly in my thoughts like a well-worn record.
"Mama, look at my tail... it's a beautiful blend of blue and white!" I exclaimed in pure joy, twirling around her with childlike enthusiasm. She chuckled, attempting to calm my exuberance.
"Sweetheart, it's just a tail. Mama might trip if you keep spinning like that," she lovingly chided, joining in on my laughter. Gathering me into her warm embrace, she gently stroked my hair and gazed into my eyes, overflowing with love.
"Oh, my darling, you're going to be a princess," she whispered, planting a tender kiss on my cheek, her head nestled against my stomach.
I burst into laughter, trying to wriggle free from her grasp, but the moment felt too perfect, too blissful to let go. The reminiscence of that fleeting happiness abruptly dissipated as the voice of the tattooed man brought me back to reality, causing me to flinch at his sudden presence.
He loomed before me, crouching down to meet my eye level, gripping my cheeks firmly as his gaze bore into mine. "She's quite a beauty," he commented, his eyes wandering over my striking blue irises. With a gentle touch, he turned my head to the side, inspecting my jawline, and even dared to playfully run his fingers through my hair. His intentions remained enigmatic, leaving me perplexed and unsettled.
A smile slowly crept across his face as his gaze shifted between me and the other man standing behind me, whose arm still encircled my back protectively. "She's the one," he murmured, a tinge of greed evident in his voice.
The man who held me, in stark contrast to the one before me, appeared more like a beta—a member of the pack's hierarchy. However, the man confronting me exuded an irresistible aura of strength and allure. His muscular physique strained against his fitted shirt, veins tracing pathways beneath his taut skin. A necklace dangled from his neck, accentuating his chiselled jawline. He was a vision of masculine perfection, a prince among men.
"Well, I beg to differ. Akira is far more suitable. She possesses the essence of a fierce warrior," the man holding me asserted from behind, his voice sending shivers down my spine, resonating through my very core.
"Akira is not fit for this girl," he lifted my lips to examine my teeth, giving them a flick to test their sharpness and strength. However, his actions caused genuine pain, which shot through me.
"Listen, brother, I don't believe she will bring any benefit to our pack," the man behind me spoke once again, expressing his dissent towards the dominant male.
Annoyance washed over the face of the higher-ranking male, his grip on my teeth slowly loosening as his hands fell to rest on his powerful thighs. I could sense the tension in the air as he responded with a hint of aggression, his voice tinged with a growl as if someone had offended him deeply.
"I understand the pack better than you do, so stay in your place," he asserted firmly, the authority in his words reverberating through the room. A gust of wind swept through, sending a resonance down our spines.
It was an eerie sensation, reminiscent of the fateful night I lost my beloved mama. These men surrounding me knew nothing about my true nature, yet they held control over my destiny. At that moment, I couldn't decipher if this was my inevitable fate or the worst possible outcome that could befall me.
The nurse barged into the room once more, her fear evident as she nodded in acknowledgement to the man who held my hand. There was an undeniable aura of power emanating from the men surrounding me, and it seemed to install fear even in the nurse's presence.
"Bring her to the throne by evening," the commanding male wolf cleared his throat, directing his words past my ears to the man who stood behind me, awaiting his response.
Amidst the haunting echoes of my mother's voice, confusion clouded my mind. I struggled to focus on anything other than her ethereal presence. However, the mention of the throne ignited a spark of curiosity within me. What mysteries lay hidden within that enigmatic place?
The man holding me tensed visibly, swallowing hard as he bowed to the other male, watching him depart. I traced the departing figure with my gaze as he exited the room. As soon as he was gone, the nurse guided me back to the bed, gently laying me down.
The man with a vibrant tail, the one who had been embracing me and drawing comforting circles on my back, stirred awake. His gaze met the nurse's as he brushed his thumb gently over my cheeks. "You're going to be saved," he whispered under his breath, his eyes softening with reassurance. Although he may not possess the same overwhelming power as the other male, a distinct aura of strength enveloped him.
He patted the nurse's back and swiftly left the room. The nurse, now standing before me, held up an injection. Its liquid was a vivid shade of red, and I recalled my mother mentioning that red often contained herbs used to weaken wolves, rendering them fragile and susceptible, typically employed in times of war.
However, I found myself bound to the bed, unable to escape her clutches. She wore a sinister smile, her intentions etched upon her face with clear signs of jealousy and anger. As she inched closer, preparing to inject the blood-red liquid into my veins, I frantically kicked my legs against the mattress, chanting, "No, please, no!" Desperation filled my pleas.
In that intense moment, something snapped.
Alpha Lucas POVI intentionally walked out on her so that she would be able to make her decision. I won't interrupt it..This would show which kind of woman she is. Some parents are not indeed parents, because they can't do something drastic for their daughter or son which is really bad.This is the period of Sacrifice, she has to sacrifice herself or her daughter would disappear forever.I know it is not something easy and I don't think there is anywhere that it is said that something like this would be easy.No! There is no place."I have decided!" I heard that voice thin and very sharp.That's Stella's mother's voice. I hope she has decided on something that would remedy her daughter's life.If she decides otherwise, I won't have a choice than let greed overtake me. I am so much in love with her daughter and wouldn't ditch her for anything, not even her mother's rejection."Okay…I am coming," I said and paced into my room hurriedly. I intentionally waited outside so that she could
McCartney's POV"I don't know what to do again. After a moment of her rant, I winked at Stella to edge her to the ground so that I could come in with soldiers to help out. Stella got my point and did as I said, but something drastic happened. I never expected that. Immediately, she edged her to the ground, running towards me. I took a run towards her, Jane stood up with a fierce speed and used the knife in her hand to stab her from her back. Stella is dead ma!" He narrated."What! Repeat what you just said,"I yelled trying to get the point at which he is coming from. "Stella is dead," he announced again.Penetrating my ears, I am almost going crazy at that moment. "Stella can't be dead! No…" I couldn't control the extreme tears that ran down my cheek.That moment, my hope was lost and my purpose of existence got shattered. "AHH! My only daughter…" pains plunged through my soul to an extent that I almost couldn't curtail it.That moment, memories of the dream I had came to reality. Th
Alpha Lucas POVThe brightness of the day brushed on my face, but I didn't wake up because of that until the sun shines bright in the sky.It's an early morning, so it's not that hot. Piercing my eyes, I opened my eyes immediately.'Damn! What a night!' I expressed while I stretched my body trying to make my bones relaxed.Yesterday was really hectic for me due to so many places I have to visit. I yawned aloud.Just then, my heart raced heavily due to what came to my mind at that moment."Tomorrow is the deal day," I muttered heavily. It's either tomorrow or no other day to this.'Damn!' I guess I didn't really plan this well. I don't not count yesterday with my plan, I would have carried her aloud immediately she opened her eyes.I will have to tell her this morning, so that she can use the remaining day to chill and enjoy herself.Although I know she will still think about it and ponder. Immediately she comes to resolve, she will chill a bit and by tomorrow night, everything will be
Alpha Lucas POV"So son! Since you said you have everything planned out, be weary of time. Do you understand?" He quickly added as he stood to leave."I understand Grandpa, I know what you are saying. I will do the needful," I said.He sighed and didn't bother saying any other thing again. I watch him take his leave gently.I understand his plight and I understand his reason for coming. He really cares and understands me a lot. He is a true father figure.Pacing out, he closed the door. I wonder how I will tell Stella's mother tomorrow.I already raised her anticipation, I hope I will be able to tell her every detail about her daughter. I so hope that she wont take everything with anger.My heart races fast as the clock beats hard. I wanted to sleep, but the words of grandpa wouldn't let me rest. I have forgotten about food already.I remembered I told her to go to the dining table to eat. I should be there to eat with her so that she won't feel lonely.'Damn!' I don't know how I forg
Alpha Lucas POV"This is my mansion. I hope you will enjoy staying here," I said.With smiles on her face, "this mansion…" she stressed.I wonder what is it she is thinking about. I guess a few past memories plunged her mind about the mansion."What is wrong?" I asked when I saw tears roll down her cheek."You can't understand, this mansion has been the place of torture and imprisonment for me for a very long time. I remembered when I was first carried into this. It was so terrible," she said.I couldn't smile, because I understand to what extent her grief and pain is. "I understand… McCartney," I said forgetting she has not informed me of her name.Piercing her ear, she looked at me and cleaned her eyes, "lets go inside… wait! How did you know my name?" She asked immediately.I have been expecting her to ask since she is a sensitive person. I won't lie to her. I will not just tell her the whole truth… some parts of the truth must be kept aside."I know you too well even though we hav
Alpha Lucas POVI couldn't believe my ears. My heart skipped several beats and different chills ran through my spine with lots of agony."What!" I sounded heavy for her to come again, because I am caught in-between. I don't know the answer to give.Maybe asking again would get me the perfect answer."Do you have my daughter?" She asked again as she continued to roll her eyes within its socket.I still couldn't believe how she would manage to ask that kind of question. I know how mother's heart is, but asking that kind of question now is unnecessary.I guess I should be the one to give her that kind of information if I wish to."Let's leave that for now and focus on you. How are you feeling?" I deviated from that and asked a better question.I know she should understand that I am not interested in giving her answers to her questions."I am feeling a lot better, but you know, I am having some body aches," she said."It will vanish soon," I said looking at her face."Does this mean I am