Sophia's POV: "Father please", I shifted backwards. The brought behind him made it hard to see what face he had on. Usually, he always had this cruel smile on him but today, he had an even cruel look, I could sense it. I didn't have the luxury of time to wait and get a reaction as I knew my stepfather to act at the speed of light ever since he got his powers as an alpha. I turned my back and leaped for the nearest tree as I moved from his face. "Wait!", I could hear one of the masked people say but I didn't care. Freedom was more important to me… I leaped on my first, second, and third tree, thinking I was completely acing it and about to be set free when I felt something on my ankle. It grabbed me and before I had the chance to say anything. It yanked me to itself. I fell back into a body that scented differently from my stepfather's. I looked up, "Derrick". "And where did you think you were going?" He asked with a raised brow. "I thought you were my father. I am sorry". I pl
Sophia's POV A maid came to call me. She opened the door without my permission, glaring at me when she saw me touching the wall. "Miss Sophia. What do you think you are doing?". I quivered and pulled back, Her harsh tone was scary to me. It felt like I was being scolded by my father again. I ran to my bed. "I'm sorry", I lowered my head. She seized me from head to toe and then sneered. "Before you get us into trouble, please inform the boss". She went back to adjust the painting and covered the crack. "Again, I am sorry." She paid me no mind, "Your bath is ready, please follow me". The walk down the stairs was a quiet one. It seemed as though the entire house was empty and when I poked my head in the kitchen, I could only see two maids conversing. "The full moon will come again. We need to prepare", one said. The second gasped. It was as though she had heard the worst news ever. She clapped in shock, "it's here already, what will we do?". "We have to make sure what happened
Sophia's POV. I acted like nothing was happening but I knew exactly what was going on. His hardened boner was touching me. It was long, thick, and seemed to be twice my elbow. I gulped for air once I measured it in my mind and then held my breath. "You don't have to pay much mind to it. It happens when people get aroused", he whispered in my ear. It sent chills to my skin, made my stomach tie a knot and my eyes twinkled with stars. I felt so uncomfortable but yet I said nothing. His breath seemed to have changed a little, from a shallow one to a deep breath with short takes in between. It made me feel he had slept off. Which helped me. I finally released myself to catch my breath. "Oh heavens. Help me, moon goddess", I whispered as I tried to turn but his grip was still there. His arms crossed me on my chest. I stayed in place. Throughout the night, I found it a little difficult to breathe. He had his hands on me and didn't move an inch. I learned he was a silent 'sleeper', he
Derrick's POV I woke up to see Sophia lying peacefully beside me. I had been so embarrassed from last night that I faked being asleep just so everything would be normal. I floated on my feet and lightly stepped into the closet as I took some clothes out. I changed into them and grabbed a jacket. I had to get ready for the full moon that was coming. If I was lucky enough, I could use my powers to heal Sophia too. As I stepped out of my castle, I found my maids chit-chatting. As usual, when they saw me, they all stopped and bowed. "Make sure she's comfortable. I'll be gone for a few minutes. If you give her a reason to be upset, you won't like me", I threw them a malicious stare and descended the stairs. Till I walked away, everyone was dead quiet. I came to a door and looked back at them. They were all still there. "Get back to work!". Outside, a gush of cold breeze brushed across my face. I closed my eyes for a few seconds to enjoy the morning and the benefits that came with i
Sophia's POV.I found it very disturbing that Derrick had given me a bead and a key. He was very specific. Do not lose them. I was not sure what it was for and when I asked him, he kept saying everything would reveal itself in time, that I needed to be patient. It worried me a lot."Why won't you tell me?". I asked."It is best if you do not know. That way, you would be safe". He gave me a cheerful smile before he left.He took his bags out of the closet and told me he was going to see me the day after."Where would I be? Where would you be going?" I shot at him before he could reach the door."That's not important. Make sure you can stay wherever you want but tomorrow, come back to my room and try hiding in my closet. It's the best option for you". His voice echoed through the room before he disappeared behind the door. I followed him immediately as I watched him walk out of the door. He turned to have one last look at me and then mouthed 'Stay safe'. The maids bowed as they watche
Derrick's POV Before I hung up on Sophia, the last thing I heard was a sigh. She was scared about what was going to happen today and I couldn't blame her. It was hard to control and even harder to explain. I threw my cell phone in the corner and walked in deeper into the cave. The full moon was out which meant that any moment from now, I was going to become what I most feared. I could feel my blood rising as I sat down on the stone at the corner. The cave was dark, just like my soul. "It's coming". My vision blurred, my hands began to shake and my beating heart raced against my chest. I could feel myself changing. I took deep breaths to calm myself but the more I took them, the more chaotic I felt inside of me. As usual, I was soon getting used to it. My head shot upward and immediately, my eyes turned a bright red color as my iris darkened. I felt my fur rolling throb out of my skin and the sharpness that came with the claws that pierced through my skin. My fangs emerged, el
Derrick's POVI gritted my teeth at the sight of someone sliding the tent open. Luckily, my focus moved from the baby to my new hunt. I sneered and then stepped forward."There's a werewolf here! There's a werewolf!! Everyone hide!", Whoever it was fast enough to notice me. Quickly, she ran out and announced it to the others.I jumped out too and chased after her, running fast enough to be at the tip of her heel. I was a good runner.I heard her scream when I sank my teeth into her ankle and slowly dragged her backward. She fought me with all her might but I conquered her at the end. "I beg you, please don't!", She whispered with tears rolling down her eyes. As if that had ever worked on any of my victims. I didn't care as I drew in a deep breath of her fresh blood and scent and bit my way into her face. "Over here!", Mire people ran in my direction with guns and knives. I could see they were ready to kill me. Usually, one would back down, but not this furry beast that had been cont
Sophia's POV. I opened my eyes to see Derrick seated by my side. He had lowered his head on my arm and I could feel his hands interlocked on mine. I tried to move but I felt a sharp pain in my side."Ugh", I moaned.The sound of my voice woke Derrick up. He raised his head gently and stared at me with sleepy eyes. I glanced at the window to see it was bright. It was morning."Are you alright?"He rubbed on my palm. I nodded. "Are you sure? Do you feel anything at all?"."Well, Besides the sharp pain in my side, I don't think I'm having much of an issue".He sighed, "Thank goodness". The worry on his face changed into a more relaxed look. The same face he always had. "It's good to see you're back. You passed out for a day or two".A maid burst through the door with a tray filled with medicine and a bowl of soup. It was steaming hot and had a spoon beside it."Here is the soup you need to take, Miss Sophia, and the medicine as recommended by the healers", she dragged a table over my be