LOGINAria took a steady breath, pushed the door open, and stepped quietly out of her chamber into the quiet chamber.Just as she turned to leave, she bumped into something or rather someone."Ouch!!" she whined. "That's hurt." she mumbled rubbing her forehead as she slowly glanced up."Cain?! What are you doing here?" she gasped. "Why do you look like this?"Cain stood before her, hair disheveled and eyes filled with worry from searching everywhere. His uneven breathing and tense expression made it clear he had been looking for her desperately. Yet, the moment his gaze locked onto hers, relief flooded openly in his eyes, as he let out a sigh."Cai...He interrupted her by pulling her into a tight hug which she returned, slowly patting his back. He tightened the hug, as he was afraid that release her would make her disappear.Though tight, Aria remained calm and slowly allowed him to calm down."I searched everywhere for you?" he muttered, still hugging her with his eyes close– although he
Aria let out a soft, low breath as she carefully placed her cup on the table, the laughter from the joyous people and music continued around her."I'll be back," she murmured to Cain, offering him a small smile."Where are you going?" he asked."I want to pick up something and it's a secret. You will see it later." she responded still maintaining her smile.He nodded, his attention briefly following her retreating figure before he was pulled back into conversation by the elders around him.Not far from them, Alpha Kael watched.The moment he saw her walk away from the crowd, a slow smirk curled at the corner of his lips, dark satisfaction flickering in his gaze. He lifted his cup lazily, taking a final sip before setting it aside with quiet finality.Then he rose gently, with the smirk still plastered across his face.Without a word to anyone, he moved through the crowd, walking pass everyone yet his eyes never left Aria's figure as she walked ahead, unaware of the fact that he was of
As Alpha Kael's voice rang out, rich with authority."Let the festival begin", the courtyard erupted into life.Drums beat louder, laughter rose, and dancers moved with renewed energy under the glowing crescent moon.No one was left out from the joyous celebration. Everyone seemed to forget about the mysterious killer and the fact that they could be attacked on a day like this.Amidst the celebration, Kael's gaze shifted– it moved slowly across the crowd then stopped on a maid.Just like every other maid, she carried a tray of drinks, serving everyone she came across. But unlike them, she wasn't at ease. Her fingers fidgeted restlessly against the tray, her grip tightening and loosening as though she was trying to steady herself. Her steps were careful, almost hesitant, and though her head was bowed, there was tension written all over her.Like someone forced into something she could not escape. And when Kael's eyes locked with her, she froze unable to look away. Her heart pounded har
The awaited night of the Crescent Moon Festival– season of Thanksgiving arrived in full splendor.The open field for the event was alive and filled with anticipation of what the night had to offer.Soft golden lights from hanging lanterns illuminated every corner, their glow blending beautifully with the silver light of the crescent moon above. Music filled the air– gentle beating of the drums, flutes, and the hum of voices layered together in celebration.Dancers stood at the center, dancing joyfully and in rhythm to the music.Pack members gathered in clusters, laughing, talking, and sharing drinks. Children ran about excitedly while elders sat in dignified circles, watching the festivities unfold.Warriors stood stationed at every corner, alert and watchful.And above it all, a faint shimmer stretched across the sky like an invisible dome.The protective barrier that was prepared by Lady Mana who was seated gracefully on an elevated platform.Her posture was elegant, her expression
Kael's head turned sharply to him, his face had darkened. "What. Did. You. Just. Say?" he thundered, bestowing a murderous look at Beta Thorne."I just simply said the fact and truth. Luna Aria can never be yours. She isn't yours." Beta Thorne also replied, his filled with an unexpected confidence and unrelenting look. His chin held slightly high."How dare you?" Kael roared and in the next minute, his claws extended, long and sharp.Within the blink of an eye, it was wrapped round Beta Thorne's neck, sucking life out of him– as the long claw pierced through his skin, blood staining, the whole of Kael's hand and dripping to the ground in droplets.Beta Thorne gasped for air, his hand trying to free himself from the grip, his eyes turned white and slowly began to stop struggling.His hand fell to his sides as he finally gave up the ghost. It was only at that moment Kael let go of him, making him slump to the ground dead.--Kael turned back at the sound of footsteps echoed. "He is here
Cain stood at the doorway, his gaze settling on Aria who was smiling nervously. He stared at her for a few more seconds, his curiosity slowly sipping away.Something about her felt different. She was nervous and things seemed awkward like something has been going on before his arrival. Like his presence had drawn their attention away from something very important.He let out a soft sighAria blinked in surprise. "Cain? You're back already?"He nodded once, his eyes still on her. "I missed you."Her cheeks warmed instantly.Mariella and Lynn exchanged looks, barely holding back their excitement.The awkwardness that had been built some minute ago due to his arrival was slowly fading away."I missed you too,". Aria mumbled softly.Cain's lips curved faintly into a small smile. "I came to take you. I have a surprise for you."Lynn gasped.Mariella clasped her hands together. "A surprise?"Aria's blush deepened."I'll see you both later," she said quickly, trying to hide her flustered sta
A scream cut through the early morning air.It came from the eastern pathway– close to the communal well where pack members fetched water, both the left and right wing.People passing froze at the gruelsome sight in front of them."It's a body!"Within moments, footsteps thundered from every direct
The murmuring around the well slowly died down as Alpha Cain stepped forward with Aria beside him.His face was hard, his voice firm."This pack member will be buried at the pack burial ground," he said. "A proper burial will be done for the lost soul. He deserves peace and may his soul rest in per
Aria paced worriedly in her room, her fingernail stuck in her mouth, as she nibbled on it.At some point, she just stood frozen on a spot, humming under her breath as she tapped her feet endlessly on the ground. Her eyes kept darting towards the door and the look on her face showed that she was wai
The three teenagers knelt on the hard sandy ground in front of Elder Gavin. Their hands shook badly, and they could not lift their heads. They were scared, sweating, and cold even though the morning was not.Moro who was more scared out of the trios, couldn't go home because of the fear that his pa







