| |ASTRAEA|Who was I -before they broke me?Because i remembered.I remembered everything they did to me. And the flashbacks hurt.The chains are broken but am i truly free?Am i a monster or the victim myself?I ran my hands through my hair, my whole chamber was dark as i had shut all the windows. I didn't deserve to see the light. Yet the moon light still managed to seep it's way through.As I pressed my ear against the door, straining to hear any sound from outside, I realized something. I couldn't use my werewolf senses anymore. It was like I was cut off from that part of myself."He's gone," I thought to myself, my voice barely audible in the silent chamber. With a trembling hand, I reached for the door handle, hesitating for a moment before slowly pushing it open.As the door creaked open, I peered cautiously into the dimly lit hallway, my heart racing with fear and uncertainty. But before I could even take a step outside, strong hands suddenly grabbed me, pulling me into their
|ASTRAEA|My voice.My voice was back and he kissed me. As he dropped us back on land, I hit his chest crying again.It's such a fine line between feeling everything and nothing at all."You talked, you smiled. Baby That's progress."He whispered holding my waist.I slammed my fists on his chest crying so badly, "Why did it take you so long to find me?" His shoulders tensed as I kept hitting my fist."Why? What What if I had die-" His finger brushed my lips keeping me shut as his Obsidian eyes glared at me.“Really Star? death? You think I would let death take you? I will fight for you to the end, Yeah?” He whispered in my ears as I nodded, sniffling.We sat beside the lake, I brushed my legs in the cold water while he watched me.“Take off your clothes.” My eyes widened at his words as he kept a straight face. “Show me your scars.” My hands instinctively wrapped around my body, I was insecure. I didn't want him to see how bad I looked until I was completely healed.“But why?”“I want
|ORION|I am proud to be a ruler of Zorzaris.As the sun rose on a new day, I found myself caught up in the bustle of preparations within the palace. Unbeknownst to me, the people of Zorzaris had decided to host a party in honor of Astraea, a gesture of gratitude for her kindness and compassion towards them.“Sire, please sign here.” Lotar rushed to me as I skimmed through the documents before signing them.Other workers stood behind him all holding documents they wanted me to review and sign.“Done.”As I moved through the halls, overseeing the final arrangements and ensuring everything was in place, a sense of excitement bubbled within me. I couldn't wait to see the look of joy on Astraea's face when she realized the extent of the Zorzaris' appreciation for her.She made me happy, and excited.She made me forget all the nightmares and all the taunts I suffered from my people and every being around the world.She made me hope.With each passing moment, anticipation grew, and as the g
|ASTRAEA| “Let it go!” Eloise and I dashed through the vibrant landscape in our wolf forms, the sun casting a golden glow over the meadows, I couldn't help but feel a surge of exhilaration coursing through my veins. "Your wolf is stunning," Eloise remarked, her voice filled with genuine admiration as she brushed her fur against mine. I let out a playful snort, rolling my eyes at her comment. "Don't inflate Asana's ego any further," I teased, a smile tugging at the corners of my mouth. As we continued to run side by side, the wind whipping through our fur and the scent of wildflowers filling the air, I felt a sense of freedom and joy unlike anything I had ever experienced before. It was moments like these, when I was surrounded by the beauty of nature and the warmth of friendship, that I truly felt alive. After a while we shifted into our human form, resting on the grass. “I’m happy you have totally recovered. We sh-” "Astraea." Raeya's gentle voice interrupted, drawing my atte
|ASTRAEA| As I walked away from Haiti, the throbbing in my head intensified, the voices growing louder and more insistent with each passing moment. It was as if a storm was raging inside my mind, threatening to consume me whole. Raeya noticed my distress and hurried to my side, concern etched on her features. "Astraea, are you alright?" I shook my head, trying to block out the voices that echoed in my mind. "I don't know what's happening. I keep hearing... things." Raeya's brow furrowed with worry as she placed a comforting hand on my shoulder. "We need to get you out of here, to somewhere quiet where we can figure out what's going on." With her support, I pushed through the crowd, the cacophony of voices and magic swirling around me like a whirlwind. Each step felt like a struggle, the weight of uncertainty pressing down on me with every breath. Finally, we found a secluded alcove away from the chaos of the festival. Raeya helped me sit down, her expression grave as she studied
|ASTRAEA| I jolted awake, gasping for breath as I found myself in my chamber, disoriented and confused. How did I get here? The last thing I remembered was being with Kallias, his lips on mine, the intensity of his gaze searing through me. My heart raced as I struggled to make sense of what had just happened. Kallias... I couldn't shake the memory of his touch, his scent lingering in the air around me like a haunting whisper. “Asana,” I whispered, seeking solace in the familiar presence in my mind. ‘I’m lost for words,’ Asana murmured, her tone reflecting the turmoil within me. Before I could gather my thoughts, the door burst open, and Eloise rushed into the room, her expression a mixture of shock and concern. She wasted no time in crossing the room, her footsteps echoing in the tense silence. With a swift motion, she slapped my back, the sting jolting me into awareness. “Seriously?” Eloise's voice was a mix of disbelief and reproach. “You were with Kallias! Do you know how Ori
|ORION|Haiti's smile grew wider, her eyes gleaming with malice. “She's been with Kallias. Last night. You may want to ask her about it.”My grip tightened involuntarily, my claws drawing blood. Haiti winced but held her ground, her expression triumphant. “Hurts, doesn’t it? Knowing you can’t protect her from everything?”I released her abruptly, my mind reeling. Kallias. The name alone sent waves of rage through me. How dare he? Without another word, I turned and stormed out of the gathering, leaving Haiti's laughter echoing behind me. I materialised in Kallias’ realm as my anger rose to the brim. Immediately the guards greeted paving way for me to step into his hellhole.“Orion what brings you-” I slammed my fists into his jaw, sending him flying back to the edge of his throne.|ORION|Haiti's smile grew wider, her eyes gleaming with malice. “She's been with Kallias. Last night. You may want to ask her about it.”My grip tightened involuntarily, my claws drawing blood. Haiti winced
|ASTRAEA| I stirred in my sleep and woke up in an unknown place. The air was fresh, and the sky was a clear blue with white clouds. As I looked around, I found myself in a green grassland. The soft grass brushed against my feet, and I could smell wildflowers mixed with the earthy scent of the soil. The land was peaceful, stretching out as far as I could see. Gentle hills rose and fell in the distance, and small groups of trees offered shade. Birds sang sweetly, adding to the beauty of the place. I began to walk, feeling curious. With each step, I felt more connected to the nature around me. The grass was cool under my feet, and a soft breeze touched my skin, as if sharing ancient secrets. As I walked further, I sensed something special ahead. In the distance, I saw a figure standing in a sunny clearing. She glowed with a gentle light, her presence calm and powerful. Getting closer, I saw her clearly. She was beautiful and graceful, with eyes that sparkled like stars and hair that