KadeI was jolted awake by the sound of hurrying footsteps of unknown people that sprinted toward my direction. My eyes fluttered open as my vision gradually got accustomed to the large bright room. What was this strange place? Was I still trapped in my subconscious? "Alpha," He called again. This time, his voice was louder and clearer, giving me confirmation of where I was. Turning to the direction of the voice, my eyes met with a weary-looking Silvius with premature eyebags forming beneath his bloodshot eyes. Those dangerous eyes that gave the coldest look now appeared dull, heavily burdened with sleeplessness. A forced smile crept upon his lips as relief and hope washed upon his face, but curiosity also vanished in the same way it appeared.What was making him curious? Irritation rushed through me when I felt foreign hands made their way to my body. While a pair of hands placed a flattened instrument that sent shivers down my bare hairy chest, another pair of hands jotted d
EsmeraldaI yawned tiredly, stretching my hands and legs till I heard a crack sound that filled my satisfaction. I fluttered my eyes open, squinting and shielding them from the brightness of the sun that seeped through the curtain, illuminating the room. My gaze met Selene's small frame that laid on the floor beside me. Almost giving in to the urge that wanted me to wake her, I withdrew my hands, allowing her to enjoy her slumber. Lifting my eyes from the cold dark floor, I was greeted with the most luxurious room. "Woah," I gasped, feeding my curious eyes with the beautiful interiors of the room. I remembered running into this room out of anger the previous night, and it turned out I made the best decision.The room was covered in shades of pink that ran from the top of the high walls to the bottom. A huge pink bed with pink pillows and duvet sat at the centre of the room. The bed was neatly arranged and dust free. I could swear that someone slept there. A small pink table was p
KadeMy thundering footsteps sent all creatures, great and small, to their hiding places. Pups cowered in fear at the roar of my voice, almost seeking refuge in the high walls as I walked past them, proceeding into my office. I couldn't keep calm, anxiety got the best of me as many thoughts flooded my mind. My last response triggered his anger and I couldn't help but think of what would be in the letter. Only the darkest and cruelest words, filled with empty threats. But I was prepared for it. I was ready for anything. I was born ready. "Alpha, what if it is a bomb letter?" Silvius broke the deafening silence that enveloped the room. A smirk played on my lips, "Then we will die together," My eyes fell on his troubled countenance, "Isn't that what you've always wished for as a child? To die with me, your Alpha," "Should I get it for you instead?" His deep voice quivered, weakened with worry and fear as he proceeded to my table, where the letter laid. I shook my head negatively,
PhoebeMy blood boiled in anger when I locked my gaze on the full moon that was obscured by white puffy clouds outside my window. In no time, the clouds will disperse from the Moon, revealing a powerful naked Moon, shining in all its glory as all wolves would be connected to the Moon goddess. And by midnight, I would be howling like a shameless bitch alone in the woods after shifting and running. Except I wasn't alone, my subjects would be howling alongside me. I hated it. The fact that I would be howling and hunting alone without the presence of other members of the Pack made my skin crawl. Werewolves were social animals that related well with one another, but I was on my own, left to rot in the past where there wasn't anything to hunt because only my subjects and I were trapped in it. It was sickening!The long nights were sickening.The loneliness was sickening.The hopelessness was sickening. The awkward silence was killing! Eating me up from the inside, driving me nuts! I wa
Kade"Who sent you? Who fucking sent you?!" Silvius tightened his grip on Esmeralda's neck, choking her in the process. Those caring eyes were replaced with a pair of deadly ones as they turned into the darkest shades of black. "No... nobody, please," Esmeralda said breathlessly as she struggled to find her voice. Silvius clenched his teeth, "Liar! You better talk now or you'll be sorry," He chuckled darkly, cocking his head to the side, trying to detect the truth from her, "You are a spy aren't you?" "I swear by the Moon... Moon goddess, I am not a spy," Esmeralda cried, gasping hard for breath, "Please, believe me," She said in almost a whisper as tears fell past her eyes, staining Silvius' hand. "And why should I believe you?" He swallowed in disgust, pinning her to the wall. And in a flash of light, his ears became pronounced and his thick fur coated his arm as he struggled to be in charge of his wolf. I knew it was only a matter of time before his irate wolf ripped Esmeralda
EsmeraldaI should have listened to the small still voice that echoed in my head, warning me from entering the room, but I had shunned it, satisfying my curiosity. Confusion, shock and fear washed over me as my soul jumped out of my body when I locked gaze with Alpha Kade whose dreadful eyes pinned me down. Unable to move, I leaned on the door for support, submitting myself to him and I could swear that the loud thumps of my heart were heard by everyone."The third and the most important rule is to never tell anyone that you are my mate, the Luna of the Blood Moon Pack. Just do your job and retreat to your room," But I disobeyed. I let my legs wander carelessly. Now I had wandered into trouble. I should have listened. I should have stayed in my room, but nowI broke the rule.It was my second day here and I had started breaking the rules.Wow! Only the Moon goddess knows what my fate would be. My gaze swept past the room briefly, and it turned out that the kitchen I imagined w
EsmeraldaThe door opened to reveal a distressed and confused-looking Selene who froze at the sight of an angry pair of eyes glaring at her. She must have been worried sick at my absenceShe must have been looking for me. But I let her roam in the devil's castle, knowing how much Alpha Kade resented her. Though her presence brought calmness to my troubled soul, her timing was unfortunate. "Uhm, sorry, I was just looking for her. I don't mean any harm," She muttered an apology, gasping like she had seen a ghost. "And who are you?" Silvius' deadly gaze pinned her to the ground. Anger laced his voice, but he tried his best to curtail his raging emotions. If it weren't for Alpha Kade's warning, he would have torn Selene apart. "Who the fuck are these people?" He flared, swinging his arms in the air. Wasn't he used to people? I needed to do something. I wasn't going to sit back and watch him assault Selene. "She is my best friend," I chimed in. He dared not hurt a hair on her hea
EsmeraldaI snuggled closer to Selene, keeping a firm grip on her hand as nervousness got the best of me. My heart raced in anticipation as we followed Madam Dora deeper and deeper into the hallway. The echoes of our footsteps resonated through the empty hallway announcing our arrival. "Least I forget, I will introduce you and your friend to the other housekeepers," Her words filled my head once again, sending shivers down my spine. So they were other housekeepers aside from Madam Dora? Of course, there would be other housekeepers. Madam Dora's strength wouldn't be enough to clean the house. And the house couldn't clean itself. Why didn't I think of that? I bit my lips to steady my breath, shooting Selene a knowing look which she recognized immediately and patted my shoulder. Those dull eyes fuelled me with strength, erasing traces of nervousness in me. But hurt still lingered in my heart. Its rapid spread like that of wildfire ate me up from the inside, shattering the broken