"Alpha, I have located the girl," Gabriel announced, gently placing Eva in front of Alpha Duane. Jason and Sienna were left astounded by Gabriel's swift retrieval of Eva. They hadn't anticipated him finding her with such effortless grace. Alpha Duane, brimming with curiosity, wasted no time in seeking answers. "Where did you discover her?" he questioned urgently. With utmost clarity, Gabriel unraveled the gripping tale of Eva's confinement within the warehouse and her valiant attempt to escape. His relentless pursuit of the individuals responsible for her abduction soon bore fruit, leading to her eventual rescue Alpha Duane studied Eva carefully, his expression unreadable. Jason and Sienna watched anxiously, unsure of what their leader's reaction would be. "Kidnapped from the hospital, you say?" Alpha Duane questioned, his voice filled with concern. Eva nodded, her voice trembling slightly. "Yes, they took me and kept me in that warehouse. They were saying something about want
Sebastian's consciousness slowly emerged from the depths of darkness, his mind grappling with confusion as his senses slowly awakened. As his eyes fluttered open, he was met with a chilling scene. His surroundings offered no comfort or familiarity, for he found himself in a cold, windowless room. The air was stale as if time had stood still within the confines of those four walls. A dim light from above cast eerie shadows across the room, barely illuminating the corners. Sebastian's heart quickened. Panic gushed through him, only to escalate when he tried to move and discovered chains tightly binding his hands and feet to the unforgiving walls. The cold metal bit his skin, leaving a lingering sense of vulnerability. He wondered how he had got there; how had this happened? How long had he been locked up in this awful room? Sebastian's memory failed him, like shattered fragments of a forgotten past slipping through his fingers. How had he ended up in this desolate place? Frustrat
The stranger hesitated momentarily, seeming to gather their thoughts before speaking. "I am Amelia," they finally replied, their voice gentle yet filled with a hint of sorrow. "I am not your captor, Sebastian. I am here to help you." Sebastian's mind raced, trying to process the situation. He had many questions, but his instincts told him to trust this person, even if their presence was inexplicable. "How did you find me? Why am I here?" he asked, a mix of desperation and hope in his voice. Amelia took a step closer, their eyes filled with a kind of understanding that Sebastian had longed for. They reached into their pocket and retrieved a minor key, approaching him cautiously. "I can't explain everything right now," Amelia said softly, their voice trembling slightly. "But all will be revealed soon. For now, let me free you from these chains." Sebastian's heart leapt at the prospect of his liberation. He watched Amelia closely as she unlocked the chains, the metal clinki
Amelia smiled warmly at his question. "We start by finding your child and keeping them safe. We gather our allies and prepare for the fight against the Shadowscale. But first, we must get you to safety and work on unlocking your true potential as a guardian." Sebastian and Amelia left the building and went to a nearby car. Along the way, they kept their eyes peeled for signs of followers or danger. Once inside the car, Amelia turned to Sebastian with a severe expression. "There's something I need to tell you," she said, her voice low. "What is it?" Sebastian asked with concern. "Your child is not just any child," Amelia explained. "They are the key to unlocking the power of the guardians. Without them, we might never be able to face the Shadowscale." Sebastian's heart raced with panic. He thought of the dangers ahead and the weight of responsibility he bore. But before he could ask any questions, a group of black SUVs surrounded them, blocking their path. "Sebastian, we
The man in the cloak stepped forward, his hood falling back to reveal a face Sebastian didn't recognise. He had piercing blue eyes that seemed to see right through him and a stern expression that spoke of wisdom and experience. "I am the Seeker," the man said, his voice low and gravelly. "And I am here to help you." Sebastian felt a flicker of hope. Perhaps this Seeker could help them find a way out of this mess. He opened his mouth to ask a question, but the Seeker cut him off. "There is no time to explain now," the Seeker said, his eyes piercing into Sebastian's. "We must go. The Shadowscale are closing in." Without hesitation, Sebastian and Amelia followed the Seeker, trusting in his guidance. The helicopters grew closer with each passing moment, their blades thudding like a constant, pounding threat. The Seeker led them down a maze of streets and alleyways, his movements sure and swift. Sebastian struggled to keep up with his pace, his muscles aching from the constant running.
“Thank you. I hope you're right because I want my family back safe by my side. I feel like I'm going crazy.” Eva held her head in her hands and let out a heavy sigh. She missed her siblings and her baby. Everything had been manic since leaving the pack, and not knowing if anyone had even survived. “Alpha, please, may I have a word?” Gabriel requested, and Alpha Duane turned to him thoughtfully. “Yes. Sienna, please show Eva to a room and make her comfortable. She needs some good rest.” he insisted. Sienna immediately led Eva to the staircase. Gabriel approached Alpha Duane, his gaze steady as he spoke. "Alpha, I feel there's more to Eva's story that we haven't uncovered yet. She holds a great power within her, one that those seeking to exploit will stop at nothing to obtain. We must tread carefully and be prepared for whatever challenges come our way." Alpha Duane nodded in agreement, his expression grave. "I sense it too, Gabriel. There is a darkness lurking in the shadows,
Millie peered over the back of the three-seater sofa and held her breath, hoping it was all clear. She heard snoring and quickly gestured for her brother, Eddie, to follow her lead. “We have to go now,” she whispered into his ear. He nodded in response, and he didn't feel afraid. He wanted to protect Millie at all costs. Neither knew how long they had been hiding from the person who posed as their father, but they knew it wasn't him—biding their time until it was safe to leave.Millie slowly crept around the sofa, careful not to make a sound as she approached the front door and turned the key before quietly unbolting the bottom bolt. They entered the hallway and came to the last door, the one that stood in their way of freedom. Eddie placed a finger to his lips as they heard coughing and spluttering from the sleeping man who was supposed to be watching them. “Come on, Millie. We need to get out of here.” Eddie hurried her in a low whisper. Glancing over his shoulder as if expect
Eva could not believe what she was hearing. “It's me. These freaks are after me?” she burst into the room, and all eyes turned to her as the alpha stopped mid-sentence. Alpha Duane hadn't expected Eva to overhear. Everyone fell silent, waiting for the Alpha to speak. Alpha Duane turned to face Eva, and his expression filled with concern and regret. He hadn't anticipated her sudden appearance or her realisation of the danger looming over her. He didn't want her to worry anymore. "Eva, please understand that we are doing everything we can to protect you," Alpha Duane began, his voice gentle yet earnest. "The dark forces that seek to harm you are a threat we must face head-on, but you are not alone. The pack is here for you, and we will do everything we can to keep you safe. It is the least we can do for you.”“No. I want to fight the fools and claim what is mine. They have my child and my siblings.” Eva growled. Alpha Duane's expression softened as he heard Eva's words. He knew Eva w