LOGINBetrayal can seem like a necessary decision to make when it favors one party, but what about the other party?, the one who was betrayed?, do their feelings matter?. And what happens when the people who are supposed to stand with you through thick and thin also turn their back against you because of a false allegation, would the heart ever be strong enough to withstand the heartbreak and forgive them?. This is the case of Aries, at the peak of her life where she was supposed to be celebrating her maturity, she's betrayed by the one she holds dear in her heart and the ones who are supposed to stand with her, turn their backs on her and join others to criticize her. Will she ever forgive them or will she get her revenge on all of them?
View MoreEmber moon pack is a fast growing community/county of werewolves only hidden in the outskirts and mountains of Montana, U.S.A. It's strictly closed to humans and non-wolves. Although we're hidden from the outside world, that doesn't mean the outside world is hidden from us, we've got electricity and nice cars but phones were banned. The previous alpha marked it as distracting and unnecessary since we're not to contact non wolves.
We've got good buildings like the mall, eateries and the likes, our school is actually a training center for young wolves. The mall consists of clothes and accessories shipped in by an appointed person in the community, who has been authorized to go out to human cities to bring them in according to the needs of the community from time to time. That is the only contact we have with non wolves .
There are other wolf territories all around the world with almost the same law, but this is how the Ember moon pack is led.
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I walked stealthily, my feet barely touching the ground, my hand pressed tightly against my mouth trying to hold back a giggle. I hid behind a tree, listening to both of them grumble and complain about how late I am. I stifled a giggle and gave them a jump scare. They both jumped up, screaming in fright
“What in…. Aries, do you plan on giving me a heart attack???” June asked with a hand against his chest, heaving heavily.
“Relax, you're too young to get a heart attack" I replied still laughing
" It's so annoying how I knew you were going to jump scare us but I still got frightened, what is wrong with you!” Isla yelled at me trying to call herself down.
“Alright I'm sorry. I just felt like since these few days are going to be our last days being kids,I felt like really spicing things, I'm sorry” I apologized with my head down feigning guilt.
"I know you, you're not actually sorry,I know your apology is all a facade” June said walking away. Isla and I both trotted after him.
“I heard my dad discussing with alpha Dominic on how the ceremony would go” Isla announced
" Really, what was it about ?" June asked, showing interest.
“Alpha Dominic was worried about a rogue on the far outskirts of the village, although they've chased it away but he's worried it might sneak in during the ceremony and attack someone. My dad told him not to worry, that he'll send people to cross check the forests to make sure it's gone” Isla explained and shivered
" A rogue!! In the village!!?, that's scary” I exclaimed in fear.
"Oh don't worry Aries, I'll protect you and Isla from it” June said proudly.
Isla and I burst into laughter which generated a frown from June
" I won't say anything further but one day, I'll be the only one around to protect you, maybe by then you won't laugh like you're doing now” he murmured.
“Well till then big man. I wonder what the color of my wolf would be" Isla wondered
“I want a black wolf, I'll blend the night with only the glow of my eyes visible. That will be my most powerful weapon, Invisibility” June said proudly
“I want brown, it'll look so cool" Isla chipped in.
“What about you Aries ,what color do you want your wolf to be?” June asked me.
I stared into space lost in thought.
“I don't have a specific color, I just want to be a strong wolf" I replied nonchalantly
The wolf call ceremony was an event where all kids that were turning 18 shift for the first time, it's a practice that has existed since I can remember. Whether your birthday was before or after that memorable day, everyone who's turning 18 must get their wolf on that day. The wolf call ceremony is done in the middle of the year.
We separated and headed to our homes after hanging out for a while. I was excited to get my wolf, I can finally join in the morning run with my dad and brother, and join the night howl with other wolves.
I had all these in mind, ignorant of the plans the moon goddess had in store for me and even the village as a whole. We all prepared for the ceremony unprepared for an event that will change what we've come to believe in.
Time passed, as it always does.The land slowly healed. Bloodied ground grew green again. Broken homes were rebuilt. The war became a memory, one spoken of carefully, as if speaking of it too loud might wake it again.Life continued. But not everything faded.Along forest paths and mountain roads, people began to tell stories. Travelers said they felt watched but never threatened. Hunters spoke of dangers that disappeared before it reached them. From the high valleys and the snowy mountain, a white wolf stood alone. The wind moved gently through her fur, carrying distant sounds from below.,Aries stood quietly, watching.From that night when the white wolf was discovered to the moment she was betrayed and then forced to live alone like a bushman. Aries persevered through them all and still came back to the people who turned their backs on her.Her return to the pack changed how they saw her from that moment when she first appeared to them in her wolf form. They feared her. Who would
I left Irene with my mom and prepared to go inside. That was when I walked into Elder Nelson.“Aries, I was just looking for you." He said, smiling.I raised a brow in confusion. “Why?" “Well, you're a special guest of honor." He said."Is that so?” I asked."Yes,” he replied. "We've kept a special seat for you in the hall, and it would be our greatest honor if you could grace it.""And you believe I'd want to?” I questioned coldly. "I'd rather stand in the dark.”I made to walk away, but he held me back and quickly let go. “Please, please take the seat. It'll be our greatest honor." I stared at him. If I kept refusing him, I'd sound rude, which was not a good thing. And I know he won't let me go until I agree to do what he asked.“Fine," I said. “But do not ask me to give any speech." “Oh no, I wasn't going to." He said. “Alright, we'll see you in there." Then he walked away.I just hope they weren't trying to buy my favor back, because I had none of that to give them.I walked i
It's been a month since the war. Today was the coronation of Nathan, late Alpha Dominic's eldest son.I got dressed in my signature piece; I didn't want any of them thinking I was soft now or that I'd forgiven them.I perceived Axton's scent before he got to me, so I stepped out. “You ready?" he asked.I nodded as we walked back to his car. “Where's Dani?" “She's in the car waiting." He replied.“How's your relationship going so far?" I asked.“It’s great; I've met her mom and her siblings,” he replied. “Dani insists we do a tiny wedding.”"Is that like a ceremony?” I ask."Exactly, it's a thing humans do to signify that they're married.” He replied."Hello Dani,” I waved as we got to his car."Hello Aries, it's so good to see you again.” She said and gave me a hug.I hopped in the back seat, and the car started and headed towards Ember Moon. It was in the cool of the evening. The expressway was quite empty except for a few trucks that passed once in a while before we diverted into
ARIES' POV:It's been two weeks since the war, and things feel quieter, peaceful, and calm. It felt good to be able to close my eyes without the fear of someone sneaking in to kidnap me or kill me. And it also felt good to be back to myself again without the fast-beating heart that dreaded the war. I lay lazily on my bed. I had nothing to do today; I didn't want to go training. I just wanted to sleep in bed all day and eat. But halfway through that, it got too boring, and I racked my head for any activity that could keep me busy. I stared around the cave, all rocks and stones. Very soon, I know I'd get frustrated with a space like this and be forced to look for an alternative. Not another cave, not to return to Ember Moon but to build a cabin or a hut. That would take a lot of work, but it would be better than living in this cramped cage.My mind drifted to Axton. He would've told Dani about everything by now. Would she accept him? Or would she reject such a life for herself and her






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