LOGINTHE PACK’S SACRED GROUNDS They had successfully tied Dimitri’s body to a huge log of wood as they waited for the council members to arrive. Dimitri was still unconscious and her body was pale. Her blood seemed to have lost momentum as it seized dripping from the wound on her palm. “Alpha Ronnie, you felt it too. Is that why you called for a meeting?” one of the council members asked as he walked hastily into the sacred grounds. They all had a look of worry plastered on their faces. When he saw Dimitri, he froze in confusion. He pointed towards her, “This... What is that? Who is she?” Alpha Ronnie tone was calm, “I will answer those questions as soon as the others arrive.” Soon enough, the sacred grounds were filled with all the council members. Each of them had countless questions to ask at the tip of their tongues as they discussed amongst themselves in hushed whispers; causing the sacred grounds to become rowdy. “You must have all seen the fog on your way here.” Alpha Ronn
THE FORBIDDEN CAVE The warriors had a slight look of terror displayed on their faces as they walked into the foggy grounds of the forest. They exchanged knowing looks amongst themselves with each of them giving back the same response of not knowing what was happening. Alpha Ronnie’s face wasn’t any better, “Be on alert. We don’t know what is happening yet.” He ordered as he moved deeper into the forest; heading on the path leading to the forbidden cave. “Yes, Alpha!” they chorused as their focus sharpened; looking out in case of any impending danger. When they finally got to the forbidden cave, Alpha Ronnie ordered a few of them to stand guard outside as others followed him inside. He walked with his senses keen about his surroundings. It seemed like the further he walked, the more eerie the cave felt. He walked till he saw the opening where the fog was spewing out from. A frown pulled down on his lips as he furrowed his brows deeply, “How did this happen?” he muttered under
Hushed whispers emerged; sounding like quiet voices carrying secrets as a light crack opened up in the middle. Dimitri swayed a bit as she felt her body weaken. Her head was starting to feel light and dizzy. William held her hand; supporting her body to stand upright, “You have to stand strong. It is almost done.” He stated. Dimitri shook her head slowly, “I... I feel weak... Too weak,” she whispered out in a low tone as her legs gave in to the weakness. She fell to her knees before William could hold her up. Her breathing became shallow. She tried to pull her hand back. She was losing much more blood than she had thought of. “Curse the grounds,” he cursed out under his breath as he tried to pull Dimitri back up from his position, but it was difficult to do that from where he was standing. If he moves away from his position, it would affect everything because he broke formation. “Dimitri, you have to complete the ritual... You swore an oath to me.” He demanded in frustration.
THE INFIRMARY “Mom, can I rest alone for a bit?” Jolly pleaded silently with her eyes. Luna Carmen sighed lightly before standing to leave, “Okay, we will come see you later. Come on, Jen.” She held Jen’s hand but Jen didn’t seem like she planned on leaving. Her gaze fell on Jen’s other hand to see Jolly holding on to it. “Can Jen stay back with me?” Jolly added as she held Jen’s hand; determined not to let go. Luna Carmen looked at the twin and she had an understanding. “Fine then. I’ll be back later and we will have our moon meal here with you.” She mentioned. Placing a kiss on both of their heads, she stepped out of the room. Jen turned to face Jolly as soon as their mother left. She narrowed her eyes on her for a while before finally speaking up. “What exactly is going on?” she knew that look on Jolly’s face anytime, anywhere. There was something in Jolly’s mind. Jolly stared back at Jen for a bit; contemplating if to tell her or not. “Well? What is it?” Jen queried im
Beta David almost breathed out in relief. He shook his head lightly, “You will be fine, Jolly.” He looked at Luna Carmen who seemed like all her energy had washed away. He sighed out, “Even if she doesn’t remember certain things, I believe her life is more important.” He encouraged her before dipping a bow. He turned around and left; hiding a satisfied smile. Thankfully, he wouldn’t have to stress so much about ending the child. Jolly’s eyes gently followed him from behind as he left. THE FORBIDDEN CAVE William raised a brow, “What?” he questioned blankly; tired of Dimitri’s indecisiveness. Dimitri breathed out heavily. “You said only my blood can awaken the demons. Why is that? What makes my own blood so special?” William raised both his brows as he stared at her in disbelief, “Are you seriously asking me that? Don’t you know your kind or are you trying to waste more time?” Dimitri remained silent; staring at him with a serious look on her face. Seeing that she wasn’t j
Suban turned to wrecking nerve as he opened and closed his mouth consecutive times, but no words came out. Seeing Suban’s reaction, Beta David didn’t need him to speak up before confirming everything. His face fell into a scowl, “I told you to put an end to that child before! Why don’t you listen?” he scolded furiously. Suban gulped down nervously, “I... I know what you instructed me to do, father, but she didn’t do anything wrong. She is just a child and I couldn’t do it.” He walked past him to sit down on one of the couch. His head was bent as he raked his hand through the back of his hair, “I just couldn’t do it.” He shook his head as his voice broke. The thought of him killing Jolly made him sick to the bone. How was he supposed to bring himself to hurt her? He looked up to face his father, “I gave her something else. It will mess with her mind, so it’s better than killing her.” His eyes were wide as he pleaded silently with his father through them. Beta David frowned deep







