When I woke up, it was almost noon the next day. I looked at the side of my bed and found that Blake had already left. Thinking back to what happened last night, I couldn't help but blush with embarrassment. โI never knew that I could be so boldโ I thought as the scene of Blake and I passionately kissing until I fell asleep flooded my mind like a raging river. Feeling the inexplicable bliss, I prepared for the day and went to Blake happily. My cheeks heated up as my heart felt warm and giddy. The smile on my face was not even whipped out since the moment I left the room. However, as I walked toward Blakeโs office, I could not help but notice the way everyone looked at me strangely. It was far from the happy and accepting smiles I received last night at my birthday party. They just greeted me and left in a hurry, everyone was unnatural. Even so, that did not affect my mood. I didn't think much about it until I got there at the door of Blake's room. I saw Carrie just coming out o
"Chloe..." Blake entered the room and called me. When he saw my current state, a deep frown started to appear on his lips. I sat up immediately and tried to smile, pretending that nothing was wrong. A look of concern appeared on Blake's eyes as he approached me and sat beside me. "Chloe..." He called my name again. "About Lyra..." Hearing her name on his lips, I felt a painful pang in my heart. "You might have heard about her already," Blake started to explain. "It's true. Lyra and I had a long history together..." He added as my heart continued to sink, "She is a great fighter, someone who fought side by side with me, someone that I can trust fully." Blake continued to explain. I did not want to hear these words coming from him, but seeing Blake's sincere eyes, I froze still. "Chloe, she is someone very important to the Silver Pack... and also... to me," Blake did not deny it and told me directly. I could no longer continue listening anymore. Looking away, I let out a fake la
"Lyraโฆ!" Blake bellowed, making me startle. In all the times that I knew him, it was the first time that I heard him so angry. I looked at Blake with wide eyes. It was not only me. Lyra likewise stared at him with surprise in her eyes and she stopped talking.My heart started thumping so loudly. What could have happened that made him so mad? Andโฆ What did Lyra mean when my wolf could not be cured?I looked at Blake with searching eyes. For a quarter of a second, I saw hesitation appeared in his eyes, but it was gone right away.I could not stay quiet anymore. "Blake?""What does she mean? Why did Lyra sayโฆ that my wolf could not be cured?" I heard my voice shaking.Everything about their conversation and words have made me confused. I could no longer understand what they were talking about.But instead of answering me, Blakeโs expression turned even more livid as his eyes looked at Lyra. โThis is the last time. I am warning you, Lyraโฆโ He said in a low tone which could not help but
Hearing Lyraโs words, I was taken aback, clearly not getting what she meant. I raised my head and looked at her with a face full of questions and asked, โWhat do you really mean? You have also said this yesterdayโฆโ This time, Lyra did not hesitate, probably because she knew that Blake was already not around and explained, โDo you seriously think that the detoxification method of the poison is that easy to do? When you already know that the poison in your body was known to have no antidote or whatsoever, so much that even your Red Moon Pack could not even create something to counter itโฆโ โYou still did not doubt that the detoxification method is as easy as waiting for the full moon night and allowing Blake to โcureโ you?โโSeriously, do you really see yourself as the person who could stand side by side with Blake, when you don't even think of how simple things turned out to be?โโYou know better than anyone how ruthless that poison is as you came from the Red Moon pack.โ Lyraโs wo
โNoโฆโ I shook my head as calmly as possible so as to not let Blake suspect anything. Blake has always been the one who knew me the most ever since I ran away from the pack. And so I knew that if I was unable to convince him, he would definitely know what was up. โIt is really that, I have really been feeling tired and out of sorts these days. I know that the detoxification process would be something that is highly risky. That is why I want to be on my best possible condition that night.โ I answered without stuttering. Luckily, I was able to come up with something convincing. I have practiced these words in my head a number of times so that I would not mess up saying it infront of him. โAlrightโฆ Just remember not to worry too much. I will be there to help you so you do not have to be scared, okay?โ Blake pulled me closer in his embrace and reminded me gently. โWe will surely be able to detoxify your body and awaken Aurora by the next full moon night.โ When Blake said these words,
But even with my playful response, the doubt and suspicion on Blakeโs face did not fade.He looked at me and asked, โThen why would you say such a thing?โ His voice was ever so gentle, he even affectionately flicked my forehead out of habit. But I knew that he was already thinking too much of my words. And so I immediately switched my mood and looked at him directly, my shoulders relaxed as I answered, โWellโฆ I am saying this out of worryโฆโโAfter all, my body is very weakโฆ If an accident happened during the detoxification process, then it might not only be dangerous for Aurora but to me as wellโฆโโYou know that I could not always stay with you right???โ I looked him straight in his eyes, and let out a drop of my worry to be revealed in order to convince him of my โfearโ. โWhat if I die-โ I started to say when suddenly, I felt a finger pressed on my lips.โChloe, stopโฆโ Blake did not let me finish my sentence and answered with determination, โAurora's poison would definitely cure a
Lyraโs POVComing back to the Silver pack, I have already heard about Chloe, Blakeโs mate and the future luna of the pack. At first, I did not think that much about their relationship. After all, though we have been in love with each other, my relationship with Blake back then did not even involve the moon goddess intervening for us to be mates. But that was until I saw Chloe for the first time after coming back. She was clearly different from me. Although she had a weak constitution, not even intimidating to look at, she seemed to have the power to read Blake like the back of her hand. When I saw how Blake looked at her so gently, and how he carefully cherished her in the palm of his hand, I knew in my heart that I had already completely lost him. I knew that the past that we had that I used to cherish would no longer be restored, especially now that Chloe, his mate, was with him. Even if it pained me to see them together, I never thought or even intended, not even in the sligh
After that night of the dinner, I made sure that I was at peace with my decision. So, in the next few days, I worked hard to make myself happy every day. I cherished every moment I spent in the Silver Pack. I happily bicker with Carrie and Arthur on my breaks. I did my best to honor Teacher Astor as well by listening to his teaching. I trained hard and interacted with my beta sparing mates as I knew that after I go, everything around me would be long gone. I knew that one day I would leave this place, so I did my best to create happy memories for myself and for the people around me, hoping that they would have something to remember me by. In a flash, the monthly women's gathering in the pack arrived. Carrie was especially excited about it because I would be the organizer for this month. โChloe! I canโt wait to see what kind of party you will prepare later on!โ She clung to my arm and happily exclaimed. โWell just make sure to attend later, I did my best to prepare everything so
ChloeWe stared at the sight in shock and a flash of realization came over us as the puncture on the fog wall rapidly closed up.โAs you can see, we can only see the pathway for a few seconds then it will close againโฆโ Alpha Nador calmly exclaimed. Then from his large bag, he revealed a thick rope, heavy and long. โWe need to have one person, the most nimble among us to cross the thin pathway. Once he reaches the other side, he has to connect the rope so that all others will be guided. For I can only open the fog wall here on the stable ground. The pathway is so thin that it would crumble once we tried to exert our energies while stepping on it.โ Alpha Nador then explained. Then he looked at us, asking with his eyes who among us would be the first to cross the path. โIโll goโฆโ Blake did not hesitate and immediately answered. โGood!โ Alpha Nador said as he tied the rope on Blakeโs waist and told him some instructions. Before he went, I held his hand and said in worry, โBe careful
ChloeThere has been a great change at the joint camp these days. After Blakeโs last expedition in the Rain Valley, we welcomed the news of a newfound ally.Alpha Nador, the leader of the Rain Valley pack surrendered to Blake in an all-out duel and submitted themselves to his command.While it was not a smooth process of acquiring allies, we managed to pull through and integrate their members into our alliance after ensuring that they all agreed that we would put all hostilities behind us. Just like the Frost Fang pack, the alliance will only last until we have eradicated Alpha Kainโs forces. After that, we will release them to be independent.This condition made the other members of the Rain Valley pack finally put their doubts behind them and fully face our goals head-on.Another thing that made us shocked was the discovery of a hidden association of werewolf packs who were against Alpha Kainโs regime. Because Alpha Nador had recently joined, he also gave us the information about t
BlakeRumble!!!As the thunder and lightning covered the dark expanse of the Rain Valley, so were the attacks being released back and forth. With the explosive blows he had released for quite a long period of exchange, I could not help but admire his might. How could he last for so long maintaining the peak condition of his attacks while also receiving blows from me?โCโmmonโฆ Arenโt you so arrogant to say that you would subdue me and show me what you are made of?โ There was a trace of impatience on the Rain Valley Alphaโs tone. โIf you are not going to move, then Iโll take that as you admitting your defeat!โ With that he gathered all his power and charged once more with another attack.I stood there unmoving, my heart was still contemplating as to why there is a small part of me that was hesitant to take the life of this Alpha. Itโs like something from far awayโฆ where my hands couldnโt reach, tells me that I have to spare the Rain Valley Pack!However, in the utterly muddy and rain
BlakeCaleb noticed the person a second too late, and so despite his preparation the angle where the opponent is coming from will surely deal a great amount of damage to him. My face darkened as I realized this, without thinking further I used Eronโs power to rush in the attackerโs position to impede his attack.Boom!!As I brandished my fist to meet the large body of the opponent and the impact caused a sudden gust of the wind throwing off everyone in the battlefield. โAlphaโฆโ Caleb realized what had happened when the pain he was anticipating did not land on his body. He looked at me wide eyed as he did not expect me to intercept the attackerโs movement while coming from a distance. โDonโt mind meโฆ rally the troops and handle the rest! Iโll take this one!โ I instructed. Surprisingly and for the first time, I saw no trace of resistance and stiffness on Calebโs face as he nodded and obeyed my command. Welcoming the new development, I was relieved to take this position as I know t
BlakeWith that everyone took their own places and readjusted. After that, I called for Idriss and Caleb to assemble them after an hour to check of their temperaments. Even as the temporary alpha of this team, I could feel the state of their being just by looking at their countenance. While it seemed like everything was according to Caleb and Idrisโs plans by far, we cannot let our guards down and cause a fatal error to the mission. To my relief, all seemed to come back to their peak state when they regrouped after an hour. Going with it was the night finally ripening even as the rain continued to fall unceasingly. As the heavy droplets of water poured down endlessly on the valley the forest became pitch black and the ground became muddier the longer we traversed in it. Thereโs no other silence but the incessant rain and thereโs no other obstacle but the cruel terrain. Even so all of us silently pressed forward having to come here with a mission at hand. Soon the first teams re
Blake The entire barracks went silent momentarily, but the sound of cheers came right after. To the members of the alliance, the presence of one leader will empower them as they go on a dangerous mission. Idris was calm but his eyes looked at me with appreciation. However, Caleb still had a frozen look on his face.As for me, his attitude isn't something I mind, unless provokes me by making a move on Chloe.As for his loyalty, I know that he wouldn't betray the alliance so I left it like that.Having announced my decision I left the briefing on Caleb and Idris, letting them know that while I said that I will join the expedition, it will not cause a change on the plans the two have already set."Tonight, we will set off to the target alliance that we have on our listโฆ" It was Caleb who did the honors in introducing the target to everyone. "...Living on the far west from the Blood Hound Pack, the Rain Valley Pack is the last pack that we have to take on for the second phase of our
BlakeAs soon as I uttered those words, Chloeโs body froze momentarily in surprise. The next moment she gave a light hearted chuckle and sunk into my embrace. Her response was fully welcomed by every bit of my being. Like we are each otherโs fountain of life, we stayed like that for a little while. I looked down and took a good look at my mateโs face once more. Caressing the side of her face, my heart felt the piercing pain of seeing how exhausted she was as she pushed herself in deciphering the poison.โI heard from your student and Arthur that you have not gone out since taking the poison from my sickbed? Why do you torture your body this much?โ I uttered in helpless pain. But when I was expecting for her to give me a rather serious explanation, I was blown away when I saw my mate pout adorably as she replied back, โWhat goes the same to you, aint it?โ My heart felt like it was going to drop. For I am not prepared to be attacked in such a way. Her eyes looked at me as she contin
BlakeโThere you goโฆ All done!โ Arthur clapped his hands as he took the casts and bandages in my body. After two days of recovering, my body is finally ready to move normally. Thanks to the combined efforts of Arthur and Chloe, developing a potion that could repair broken bones, I was able to come back in tip-top shape in less than a week even with the heavy injuries that I had. โWhatโs your plans today?โ Arthur cast a curious look on me as he tidied up his things and prepared to go to Chloeโs laboratory.โI was thinking of visiting your lab to see Chloe... But looking at your countenance these days, it seems like everything isnโt going well?โ I replied. โSighโฆ it is as you saidโฆ Iโve even contacted Father to take a look at it because it seems like we were not even close to deciphering a layer of itโฆโ Arthur brushed his head while lamenting over the matter of the poison. โItโs only been two daysโฆ donโt pressure yourself too much,โ I replied. โI know manโฆ. But we cannot afford tha
ChloeโMade by Uncle Gauss?โ My entire body trembled when I heard his name and the words that Blake said. In my hands, the very poison used by my uncle to kill Dad. The very poison I was not able to successfully save my father from. And even after his death and after five years of relentlessly searching, there was still no clue as to what could counter this poison at all. This very poison was one of the two poisons I promised myself to defeat, the other being the one that infected me and Aurora. โChloeโฆ you good?โ Arthur called out softly as the two of them noticed that I fell in a daze the moment I heard the information from Blake. โNo, Iโm fineโฆ itโs just that, I did not expect that I would have to encounter this poison when I am still unable to find out how to counter it.โ For the first time in the last five years, I openly told someone that I was unable to guarantee that I could deal with this poison in front of me. โDonโt worry, weโll help you. Esha is also a good child you