CHAPTER 20I BELONG HERESelena drew a deep breath and began, “Last night, something strange occurred, and...” She paused briefly and nibbled her bottom lip before continuing, “I’m uncertain how I survived or woke up naked near that fountain this morning. My last memory was running into the woods after some accident.” She gasped, “Oh my goodness, we must leave immediately. I came here to find help for those people – I mean, the individuals involved in last night’s accident – before it’s too late.”Titus remained motionless.“Why aren’t you moving?” Selena inquired. “What’s the matter?”“We need to find you some clothes and keep you warm,” he advised.Selena scoffed, “While those people might die, you’re only worried about keeping me warm?”Titus inhaled deeply, “Come inside, and we can talk more comfortably.”“I can’t enter a house I barely know until I’ve attempted to save those people,” she replied, folding her arms.Titus frowned, “You’re remarkably stubborn.”“I’m glad you noticed
CHAPTER 21A GIFT“Did you say something?” Titus turned around upon hearing Selena’s voice. “No, I didn’t,” Titus responded. “You look all dressed up. The gown suits you perfectly.” Selena found a mirror and gazed at her reflection. “It’s not awful. It suits me,” she said, meeting Titus’s eyes. “I’ll take my leave now, Mr. Alpha.” “Don’t call me that,” Titus gritted his teeth and rolled his eyes. “Goodbye, Mr. Alpha,” Selena repeated as she walked to the door. Titus scowled, leading the way into the living room. Suddenly, he halted, surprised by an unexpected presence. “Max Terry?” Selena called in a hushed tone. “Hello, brother,” Terry said with a smirk. As Selena moved away, Max noticed her. “Brother? Wait, was she the sister you mentioned?” Titus briefly glanced at Selena before focusing on Max. Max looked at Selena with a frown and quickly stood up. “Brother, what’s she doing here? Do you know her?” Titus asked Max. “I know her, all right,” Max said, folding her arms as she f
CHAPER 22STAY UNNOTICED"Hi, Jade." Dalett approached the chair, pulled it out, and sat down. "Hey, Dalett." Jade stated. When she realized she hadn’t heard Selena’s voice, she dropped her phone and searched around the room. Selena would have been irritated if she had seen Jade on her phone or wearing one of her clothing at the dinner table. She cast a brief glance toward Dalett. "Why isn’t Selena with you guys?"From her vantage point. Dalett was puzzled. "Sele.. See...See...""Is she okay?" Jade looked at Trisha, who nodded. "Yes, Dalett is fine." Jade, Selena is in her room. She’s unlikely to join us for breakfast this morning." Jade burst out laughing. "I suppose Xavier ditched her.""They were never dating." Trisha covered her mouth as Dalett mumbled to herself. Trisha shook her head and laughed. "Ignore whatever Dalett stated. Selena and Xavier are doing really well." Jade gently nodded. "You two are weird." Hania and Isabel entered the room. Isabel looked around the room
CHAPTER 23A SECRET WITH FRIENDSDalett broke the silence, and Selena turned to face her. She let out a sigh. "Last night, guys, was the worst night of my life." I’m not sure how to put it, but I told you once that a wolf appeared to me in the school bathroom mirror, right?" They both nodded as she continued. "During yesterday’s red moon, the wolf returned, and I assumed its form."Dalett suddenly burst out laughing. "I find it difficult to believe you would make up a story like that." Look, we believed you when you said you were bitten, and then you abruptly left without telling us where you were. And now you’ve taken on the appearance of the Wolf you saw in the mirror? There is a better story you can tell than that.""Her name is Estry and she is a white wolf.""Estry?" Trisha inquired. "Selena, Estry is supposed to be black." She took a deep breath before returning her attention to Selena. Deeply inhale, then slowly exhale. "I believe you are already under a lot of stress." "I’m t
CHAPTER 24SELENA BURSTED Isabel entered Selena’s room a few minutes later. "Have you found anything yet?""No." Hania said as she came out of the bathroom. You won’t find anything there, I assured you. Maybe she’s just acting strange because Jordan passed away. "She’s acting really strangely." Hania placed her hands closest to her hips, on the side of her waist. She had her teeth on the bottom of her lips. "When was the last time you replaced the windows in the bathroom, Mom?""Hmm, that was probably two years ago. Really, I can’t recall. Why did you ask? "Haha! Mom!" Excitedly, she called. I think I might have at last found something. The window won’t be particularly clean considering that it is only two years old, right?Isabel slowly nodded her head. She still doesn’t understand what Hania was trying to say. Come on. "It appears like Selena’s bathroom window is clean." "Perhaps she cleaned it or washed it." "It’s too clean, mom." Too neat, as if she had just fixed it. Taki
CHAPTER 25ESTRY: LUNA’S WOLF“Yes. She is in your class. Truth be told, I’ve heard that you guys treat her like a social outcast. Which is unfair, in my opinion.”Selena appeared to be lost. “Which student? Everyone who attends this school is treated equally.”“Max is not, I suppose.” Of course, Max! Why is she constantly hearing that name? “So, Max is to be a part of the group? Why is that? We don’t need her.” “See? This is what I am talking about. You would not have made a comment if it had been a different student. I knew it was true and not just a rumor when I heard about the case about Max.”As she sat back in her chair and folded her arms, Selena laughed. “I don’t understand why you want her to sign up. We are good, after all, and we always bring cups home. Nothing will change even though Max is on the team. We’ll just end up being overpopulated.” “No, Selena, I don’t believe so. No, especially not now that you’ve been lacking.” “What do you mean?” Selena let go of her grip
CHAPTER 26THE AUTOPSY REPORT. “Max, I have heard about Estry before. Once, the former Alpha mentioned her during our night stories when we were kids. She is a wolf. Untamable and extremely vicious. Long ago, she abruptly vanished without anyone knowing why.” Alexander said.“How come I’m not aware of this? Estry? Is she that important?”“Because you preferred to stay with Mom, and yes, she is important. Estry is Luna's wolf, Max. She was Luna’s wolf, but I don’t know the details of her disappearance. Don’t worry, I’ll discover with which Luna she was bonded.” Max swiftly intervened to stop him before he could end their connection. “Wait! I’ve got something. According to what I’ve heard, Estry will arrive tonight during the full moon. Don’t you think that means something?”“That is not possible. She hasn’t been spotted in ages. How is it that she is coming now during the full moon? Unless...”“Selena’s wolf’s identity is unknown to us.” completed Max. “Wait! I think Estry is Selena’
CHAPTER 27 ENQUIRY INTO LUNA NORA She rushed over to the bed, swiftly lifting the sheets to uncover a meticulously arranged file. Grasping it firmly, she unfolded the contents and examined several reports, though they weren’t the information she sought. Determined, she scanned for the name and location of the hospital. Once finished, Selena returned the file to its rightful place, neatly tidied the bed, and silently retreated to her room. As the door creaked open, Dalett and Trisha swiftly scurried into Selena’s closet, seeking refuge. “Guys,” Selena whispered, calling their names, and they cautiously emerged from their hiding place. “I’ve found what I was searching for,” she said, mindful of their mother’s presence downstairs. Trisha approached her with concern. “What’s your plan now that you’ve discovered it? Please don’t tell me you intend to go there.” “I’m heading there,” Selena responded resolutely. “You see, it’s the only way I can uncover the truth about my father’s fate.
CHAPTER 170OH! IT WASN’T A DREAM?“Selena, it’s too late. It’s already getting to my heart. There’s no way I’m going to get through this.”“Stop talking.” Selena sobbed as she struggled to hold Titus in her arms. As they approached the mansion, it was already ablaze. Titus didn’t have the energy to rush inside and save anyone. His brother and the other werewolves were inside, and he could sense their agony. The pain was too much for him to bear, so he shut his eyes right there. “Titus, Titus, Titus!” Selena yelled. “Stay with me. I will save you, okay?” There was no more response, and his body had become completely cold.“Titus. You can’t die now.” She placed him on the ground. “I know you’re hearing me, and you won’t die. I’ll save you. Okay? I’ll heal you.” She held his hand and stared up at the sky. There was no way she could save him. Everything will be over if she shows up too late. Selena started crying, but stopped abruptly when she remembered something. She gasped. “The Red W
CHAPTER 169DECISION BETWEEN FAMILY AND THE PACK “I can’t believe he is been your cousin this entire time. I was curious when he told me his surname, but then he told me some stories about it that made me feel sorry for him. I am sorry I didn’t tell you about Easton.” Selena said. She and Titus talked until morning arrived. He had consoled her and made her feel better the night before, but Selena and Titus still couldn’t believe Tyler had gone. It was just like losing her father. He was gone forever, never to be seen or heard from again. “You’re not to blame. He purposefully approached you. He knew who you were all along and approached you, but he could not turn your mind against us.”“What do you think caused him to do what he did?” “I’m not sure, but I’ve been searching for him for months. He mentioned something about telling me who was on my death-bead. He desperately wanted me to die. Actually, we all assumed he had died. When we were younger, there was this story that circulat
CHAPTER 168THE FORGOTTEN COUSIN “Luna, where have you been?” One of them asked. Her voice was trembling. Selena was confused. She closed the door behind herself as she approached them. “What exactly happened?” “This is what happens when you have a half-breed Luna,” another person commented.“You mean turned?” The first one spoke rudely. She returned her gaze to Selena. “Darkness has fallen over us since you joined our pack. Uncle Theodore died; our pack was attacked, and...” She paused. The words couldn’t leave her mouth. Selena was waiting, but her hand was in hers. When she looked down, she saw Dylan. “Don’t mind them, sister-in-law.” Dylan smiled. “You aren’t to blame. They are simply attempting to direct their anger and blame at someone. If you’re looking for my brother, he is in the graveyard. “He has been there for hours.” “Graveyard? What do you mean?”“You should go and meet him. He’s going to explain everything to you. As you can see, this room is already full of werewo
CHAPTER 167SECRETS FINALLY REVEALED ...your granddaughter is among us. A werewolf.” Patricia began to laugh. “You’re looking for a way out of this. Don’t mind her, father. She is talking nonsense.” “Am I?” Max laughed again. “Here’s an even more shocking story. She is our Luna. Our pack’s female leader. I’m sure you are wondering how this happened. On the night of the red moon, the Alpha bit her and made her one of us. “He’s even married to her right now.” “Nonsense!” Ferdinand yelled in anger. “Believe me; I bet your daughter-in-law knows as well. Selena’s sister was among those involved. They’re doing everything they can to ensure her safety. Even from you, Ferdinand.” “That’s enough!” Ferdinand furrowed his brow. “Get her out of here and make her suffer,” he instructed the two men who approached her.“Get your filthy hands off me!” Max yelled as the two big men grabbed her. She tried to transform, but a sleeping mask was placed over her face, and she immediately fell asleep.
CHAPER 166PINKY SWEAR BEFORE I DIE “You’re making me angry right now.” Ansel spoke as he sprinted towards Titus. Titus has never seen a wolf run that fast. Ansel jumped immediately, his claws long and sharp. Titus raised one leg to protect himself, but then he heard a low groan. He moved his leg away from his face and noticed Tyler in front of him. Tyler fell instantly, and Titus caught him before he hit the ground. Tyler’s mouth dripped with blood as he gradually reverted to human form. Titus focused his gaze on him. He called “Tyler.” As Tyler attempted to talk, more blood gushed out of his mouth. “Shh. Don’t say anything.” Titus examined the wound that Ansel had caused, which was quite deep. “Why are you not healing?” “He cannot. He is already as good as dead.” Ansel began laughing. He showed Titus a rib that he had broken from Tyler’s. “He is incomplete without this. He will die, Alpha, and I will return to finish you.” Ansel started laughing wickedly as he walked away with th
CHAPTER 165MY NAME IS ANSEL AND I’M 10 TIMES STRONGER Titus began to laugh. “How convenient for you all to believe the Alpha would lay down and give you his head without a fight.” Max took a deep breath before starting her car. She hasn’t heard from her brother in days. Reaching him through a mindlink was also impossible. It had never happened before, and it bothered her. She started her car and drove away from the school. As she drove, she was overcome with mourning over Uncle Theodore’s death. The fact that he had abandoned them was still unbelievable. Max came to a halt when she saw two cars in the distance blocking her path. She turned off her engine and looked forward. She saw a slim, tall woman and two men approach her. Max waited in her car for a while to see if they were actually coming towards her. “Your name must be Max. The pale sister of Alexander Terry,” said the woman, smiling. Max was inquisitive. “And who are you? How do you know my name?” “My name is Patricia,
CHAPTER 164WE’RE UNDER ATTACK “It was unbelievable.” Tyler sighed. “I will talk to him, Luna. You don’t need to worry. Titus isn’t such a person like that. I know him well; I will talk to him, and you two will be fine in no time. Right now, I’m on my way to his house. I will make sure he speaks with you.” Tyler hung up the phone and put it in his pocket. He felt a sensation when he put his hand on the doorknob. He opened the door, and his jaw dropped open. Tyler walked inside and slowly closed the door behind him. Standing in the doorway, he noticed several girls in bikinis walking around. Some people were carrying bottles of wine as they passed by. One person was seen dancing to the music while not wearing a bra or shorts. Entirely naked. “Titus?” In his search for his friend, he passed by those girls. “Hello, handsome. Come have some fun with us!” One of the girls commented as she rubbed her hands all over him. “Absolutely not!” Tyler said as she dashed towards the stairwell. L
CHAPTER 163I, TITUS THE ALPHA REJECT YOU SELENA “You should leave here, Selena.” Titus stood up. “I think you should go.”“Well. I won’t leave until you tell me what is wrong with you. Titus, you need me.” Titus began to laugh. “Do I need you?” He just shook his head. The last thing he needs is a murderer’s daughter. The daughter of the murderer of his parents. And the last thing she needs is the man who stole her father away from him. She isn’t at fault, but he still can’t be with her unless he bears a great deal of guilt. Titus turned his back to her. “Leave while I’m still being very nice to you.” “Titus. Is this some sort of prank? Because if it is, I don’t think I’ll enjoy this game as much.” Selena approached him. “Titus. What’s going on?” She took his hands and placed them against her face. “Do you love me? You expressed your love for me, and I reciprocated. Didn’t we say forever? We got married, right?” Titus worked hard to keep the tears at bay. He was in pain, but he re
CHAPTER 162A PICNIC “I was surprised when she told my sister she would return early.” Selena left his side and went back to her closet. “What are your thoughts on this one?” “But it is pretty thin. There’s a lot of cold outside.” “You, Selena, are a werewolf. You don’t feel cold. Come on, if you need fur, I can cover you with mine.” Selena blushed as she grabbed the top from him. “You’re so good with words.” She wore the top and retrieved her trousers from the bed. Selena was ready in no time. When she had finished, she turned to face Titus. “Let’s get the fuck outta here,” she exclaimed. They started their walk right into the woods. When Selena suggested taking the car, Titus declined. He wanted to spend the remaining hours holding her hand and keeping her close to him. They chuckled their way to the nearest tree, holding hands. Selena was astounded by what she was seeing. She came to a stop and looked at him. “No, you didn’t.” She was stunned. Titus nodded. “I hoped to see a