Seizing the opportunity, I scrambled to my feet, my heart pounding in my chest. I knew I had to run, to put as much distance between this predator and myself as possible. But as I turned to sprint, someone suddenly appeared in front of me and knocked me to the ground.
"What do you want me to do with her?" "Should I kill her?" A chilling woman's voice echoed through.I was so scared that I felt like I might wet myself.As I lay on the ground, my mind raced with thoughts of escape and survival, The chilling question that had been uttered moments ago still hung in the air, sending shivers down my spine. Who was this woman talking about? Was she referring to me? The uncertainty only fueled my fear, making it difficult to think clearly.I mustered all the courage I had left and tried to push myself up from the cold, hard ground. But my body felt heavy, as if it were weighed down by an invisible force. Panic surged through me as I realized my limbs were numb, unresponsive to my desperate commands. It was as if I were trapped in a nightmare, unable to break free. My eyes grew heavy, and I fought to keep them open, afraid that if I closed them, I would never wake up again. Fear consumed me, and I could feel it washing over me like a suffocating wave. In that moment, I regretted not heeding the warnings of the handsome man who had cautioned me against returning here.If only I had listened, I thought to myself, my heart heavy with remorse. I should have quietly walked back home. But now it was too late for regrets. I was trapped, vulnerable, and defenceless. I'm going to die. And my aunt… If she were to find out about my death, the news would undoubtedly shock her to death.Do you want me to kill her now? The woman asked again. Her question echoed in my ears, haunting me with its sinister implications."DO YOU WANT ME TO KILL HER NOW?" The words reverberated through my mind, intensifying my terror.Through my blurred vision, a tall naked man sauntered towards me and stood silently, contemplating the question for what felt like an eternity. Finally, he instructed the unseen woman to take me to a house and help me regain my senses so that he could un-mate me. After that, they could do whatever they wanted with me, even kill me. But it had to be done quietly.I recognise that voice. I thought to myself as the darkness closed in around me.I jolted upright as the cold ice water was poured over me. Instantly, I began shivering. Wait, am I not dead? I pinched my cheek so hard, unable to believe it. Wincing from the pain, I realized I was still alive. Uttering with a mix of excitement and fear, I exclaimed, "I'm still alive!""Get up," a rough voice commanded. I turned towards the source of the voice and saw that handsome man, the grandson or son of that old woman I helped. Seeing him, I couldn't help but cry while simultaneously feeling grateful that he had saved me.Despite the jolting pain in my ribs, I pushed through and made my way towards the man who had rescued me from the clutches of death. With my arms extended for a thankful hug, he suddenly grabbed me by the neck and forcefully hauled me over to the wall. I fell on the side where my ribs were aching.Before I could react to his actions, he grabbed a bucket and scooped ice-cold water from the black drum, pouring it over me once again.Despite the fear and confusion coursing through my veins, l mustered up enough strength to push myself off the ground, ignoring the searing pain in my ribs. He dropped the empty bucket and seized me again, his grip tight on my neck. You're choking me. I can't breathe. I croaked out, but he showed no interest in letting go."Now, listen carefully to what I am about to say," he said, then asked for all my names. "Keilah Rivera," I replied. He fell silent for a moment, his ombre eyes fixed on me as if peering into my soul. "I, Keilah Rivera, accept your rejection as your mate." He instructed me to repeat the exact words out loud, emphasizing his demand. "Am I clear? he pressed, increasing the intensity on my neck as I remained silent. I nodded, tears streaming down my face.He loosened his grip on me, but his fiery gaze remained fixed upon me. He began," I, Ralph Moore, the alpha of the Moonrise pack, reject you, Keilah Rivera, as my mate."Despite feeling scared in his presence, I couldn't help but burst into laughter. My laughter was so intense that my eyes welled up with tears. "Are you laughing?" he asked, his tone grave. I immediately silenced myself, realizing I might have made a mistake. "Shit. Did I mess things up?" I pondered silently. Clearing my hoarse throat, I stammered, "Sorry, it's just that… I'm not sure I understand what you're saying. How does it involve me?" It doesn't make any sense.Don't taste my patience bitch. Just repeat the fucking words I told you to, and we will be good.I remember your voice now, in that forest. You were there with that woman. Did you order her to bring me here? Were you the one behind all of this? Did you send the white wolf predator to kill us? And of courseit killed someone. I asked.Don't you dare… dare what?" I snapped, interrupting his unfinished words. "Why did you do that? All I did was help your mother, or whoever she's to you, get back to her home. And what you did was send us that scary white thing, only to come in like a knight in shining armor for a rescue, just to bring me into this awful room. What now?The moment I finished talking, he swiftly seized me and lifted me into the air. The next thing I knew, I collided with something that cracked. The impact felt like my bones were dislocating. And if that wasn't enough, he reached behind his back, grabbed a gun, and shot in my direction. The bullet whizzed past my ear, leaving a twitching spark in its wake. He then rushed over to me, knelt down, and held me upright.Now, do exactly what I told you to do before I put the next bullet into your skull.I felt an intense burning sensation throughout my body. The pain was excruciating. The moment he releases me, I would cease to exist. Whether I complied with his demands or not, he would kill me. I was so angry that I wished I had the power to blast him in half.Fine, l will do it. I stated. But not exactly how you want. I said in my head. I raised my voice, making sure he could hear me. I felt weak, but I had to go through with it.I, Keilah Rivera, reject Ralph Moore, the alpha of Moonrise packs' rejection from being his mate.His face twisted, and his grip loosened. The moment his hands let go of me, I'm dead. Just before I could land on the ground, I quickly grabbed his shirt and brought my face close to his, saying firmly, "I refuse your rejection, Ralph Moore." With a satisfied smile, I let go of his shirt and fell to the ground.My breathing slowed as darkness began to envelope my vision. I watched as he started talking to himself and acting like a madman. Too bad I can't hear what he's saying. Regardless, it felt gratifying to watch. I wish you would join me in hell. I said. However, my smile vanished as I struggled to make out his transformation into a mysterious black creature. I couldn't help but audibly laugh. Do dying people experience hallucinations like this?. Or, did he send this creature to finish me as I was dying slowly.Despite my blurred vision, I saw this creature approaching me through the faint darkness and licked my face before moving to my neck.I felt its long, sharp teeth pierce through my skin, causing intense pain. I wanted to scream but couldn't. Instead, hot tears streamed down my face. After the bite, a voice resonated in my head. "Mate.''RALPH I took slow steps backwards, my eyes still fixed on this human thing lying on the ground. Pausing, I found it difficult to process the fact that my wolf had accepted and marked her. As I stood there, frozen in disbelief, a mix of emotions washed over me. Confusion, shock, and a hint of pride mingled together, creating a whirlwind of thoughts inside my mind. How did this happen? How had my wild and untamed wolf, who had always been so fiercely independent, chosen to mark a human?Why did you do that?" I asked my wolf in the calmest tone I had ever mastered.I couldn't help it; the excitement of finding my mate overwhelmed me. Didn't you see it? The aura didn't work on her; she overpowered it and refused our rejection. She's one in a million, isn't she? You were surprised tooright? She has completely overcome this sickening aura. I pulled my hair so hard, feeling jittery as if I was about to rip my skin off my skull. I don't care about all that. She's a fucking human. She can't b
RALPH Get up," I ordered, my voice fierce."Why would I do that?" she replied dryly.I see. you're still big-headed. I wonder if you would still have the same spirit when I introduced you to the pack. It's bound to be entertaining. I thought to myself. Crouching down, I grabbed her hand, but I quickly dropped it due to the sudden jolting spark. She looked up at me in shock, clearly surprised. "Do you have electricity in your hands?" she asked.Without answering, I grabbed her hand again, ignoring the intense sparks that radiated through me. I despised this annoying mate bond, the sparks growing stronger with each passing second. I was furious at how much it affected me. Damn it to my wolf for making this impossible.When I arrived at my room, I immediately headed to the bathroom. I swiftly removed my clothes and turned on the hot water, vigorously scrubbing away her scent until I could no longer smell it. Taking a deep breath, I finally felt a sense of relief. As I emerged from the
KEILAH I was wandering into the woods, my senses alive with the crisp scent of pine and the soft rustle of leaves underfoot. A tranquil solitude enveloped me, wrapping around my soul like a comforting embrace. But then, as if nature had scripted a sudden twist, the serenity fractured. A distant howl pierced the air, stirring a primal fear within. It was joined by others, a haunting chorus echoing through the trees. My heart quickened its pace, mirroring the urgency of the wilderness around me. I turned to retrace my steps, only to find my path obscured by an impenetrable thicket.Panic started to rise within me, a knot tightening in my chest. I looked around and realized I had ventured too far. How did I even end up in the woods? I self asked but yet had no answers. As the chorus of howls grew louder, my pulse matched their rhythm. They were drawing closer, their primal calls speaking a language I couldn't comprehend. The primal howls sent shivers down my spine. I dared not glance b
KEILAH As the edges of my vision began to fade, I mustered every ounce of strength I had left and looked into his eyes and spoke up anyways… "Why are you always trying to kill me when I am your mate?" He flicked his eyes, a mixture of anger and confusion dancing within them. I pressed on, my voice shaky but determined. "I know you're a werewolf and the alpha who doesn't like humans for some reason I don't know of. And me being human and your mate makes it difficult for you, I understand and am sorry that you're struggling with it."His expression hardened, but a hint of conflict lingered in his eyes. In a swift motion, he released his hold, allowing me to crumple to the ground. Gasping for air, I watched as he turned away without saying anything and disappeared out.Feeling bruised and drained, I managed to pull myself up and staggered towards the bathroom. The hot water cascaded over me, soothing my aching muscles, but my mind was still racing with unanswered questions. Why does he a
RALPH Standing on the rooftop, smoking, was always the best way for me to relieve stress from my alpha duties. However, I never imagined that I would find myself in this spot, contemplating my thoughts about a human being—my mate. It's hard to believe that I am somehow affected by someone I despise. The more I dislike her, the more she occupies my mind. The cool air wrapped around me as I tookanother drag from my cigarette, the tendrils of smoke swirling around my head. In the silence of the rooftop, I could finally let my guard down and allow my thoughts to roam freely. But tonight, my thoughts were consumed by her— the last words she'd said to me after finding her on the phone. I can't get them out of my mind.The way she looked at me when Benita touched me. It made me feel like I was betraying her. It was so disturbing that I left the room like a coward, leaving her alone with Benita, who I know won't leave her alone without leaving a scratch on her. I might be losing my mind n
KEILAH “I stood frozen, disbelief etched into every fibre of my being as his warm embrace enveloped me. My heart, previously a frantic drummer in a panic, now orchestrated a softer, steadier rhythm. It was an unfamiliar sensation—a shift from terror to an inexplicable calmness. Despite the knowledge of his formidable abilities, his arms felt like a sanctuary, a refuge from the chaos that raged outside.In that moment, surrounded by his embrace, I marvelled at the unexpected twist in our encounter. Fear, once an unrelenting captor, now surrendered to an overwhelming sense of solace and protection. His arms, like an impenetrable fortress, shielded me from the harshness of the world.As I nestled against him, his heartbeat became my melody, a soothing symphony that drowned out the clamour of my anxieties. Each steady thud was a reassurance, a whisper that echoed safety and trust in this unlikely sanctuary.”I closed my eyes and allowed myself to fully immerse in the moment, relishing the
KEILAH "As if sensing my gaze, Ralph abruptly lifted his head from what seemed to be his phone, catching my eyes. The suspense was suffocating, but I couldn't tear my gaze away. Conflicting emotions warred within me—should I approach him and seek clarification, or should I let it go and immerse myself in the warmth of my family inside the house? The struggle raged within me until I resolved to approach him."Give me a moment, Aunt," I murmured as I retraced my steps toward Ralph's car. As I neared his car, my heart pounded against my ribcage, threatening to break free. Standing by the driver's side, I waited for him to lower the window, but he remained unmoved, aware of my unspoken need.Unwilling to relent, I circled to the back passenger side, thankful the door hadn't been locked. I slid in, sat, and closed the door. "There's something I need to ask, if you don't mind," I began, my voice quivering slightly. Despite his silence, I persisted. "Ralph," I ventured, striving to maintain
RALPH My grip on the man tightened as I felt the primal surge within me, propelled by the relentless force of my wolf. He refused me to relinquish my hold until he assured the guy no longer drew breath. The torment inflicted upon his mate had stoked an inferno of fury within my wolf, and this man had callously reopened the wounds. He's the one to suffer the consequences. His struggles for breath were palpable against my hold. Each gasp felt like a jolt of satisfaction, a vindication for daring to put his hands on what was mine. My wolf roared in protest, demanding retribution for the pain inflicted on his mate. As his eyes began to cloud over, I couldn't suppress the grim satisfaction that curled my lips. It was a twisted pleasure, a grim reminder that no one had the right to touch what belonged to me. The simmering rage within me spoke louder than any growl, a declaration that reverberated through the silence.I'm the only one who's allowed to hurt her. Not you. Not anyone,