CAIN
My head was messed up about everything going on around me. I needed to cool off. My wedding was just around the corner, and yet I didn't feel the need to get married, not that I didn't feel the connection.
In fact, my wolf had declared her our mate, but why is it so hard for me to accept the fact that she was my mate?*Flashback*
A Year Ago...
“Cain, don't you think you've had enough of a solitary and carefree life? Why don't you let the promiscuous life go? It's time to assume the responsibilities of an Alpha."
“You know I'm a very busy man. I have duties for the pack and my personal life. I don't have time for love now.”
“No way, son, you are not fully the Lycan king unless you claim your true Luna. Your Luna isn't an ordinary Luna; she's the scarlet witch. This is an opportunity that comes once every century. "You are destined to be great, and hence you must find your other half to fulfill your destiny, son.”
I hope my mother will understand that I'm not ready to see my mate yet. I know what it means to have my mate around, and I'm not ready for a mate yet. My mother had never been a favorite of my father before he died. And he told me that not all mates can be loved.
I grew up seeing how distant my parents were from each other, even though they were meant for each other. I didn't want to go through this, especially with a woman I know nothing about.
A year later, I rejected my mother's proposal to see my mate. I heard her pack had been attacked.
“Son, you must save the mirror moon pack, They need our help now.”
Knowing the pack of my supposed mate was under attack, I took my men, and together we headed to the mirror moon pack. But unfortunately, we came too late. The pack had perished, and the enemies were nowhere to be found.
“Have you any idea who the enemies are, Alpha Cain?” My beta asked.
I shook my head in disagreement. I shut my eyes and envisioned what had happened. Just then, I got a vision of what had happened.
What I saw was the death of the Alpha and his Luna. They died honorably. But then, I couldn't see the face of the enemy since the enemy was wearing a mask.
For an enemy to put on a mask simply means they were known enemies, but then these known enemies could not be identified.
“What did you find, Alpha Cain?”
“I have got no clues; they are unknown enemies." I wish I knew who these enemies are, it would have been easy for me to find them.”
“Fuck!” Fox exclaimed. Just then, I heard a sharp cry. Someone screamed for help. It was the cry of a female, and she seemed to be calling for my wolf.
I looked around the dead bodies in search for my mate, but I didn't find her. But then she kept calling for me.“Fox, did you hear that?”
“Hear that? Hear what?”
“The voice of a woman crying.”
“What? I didn't hear any woman crying.”
“Help, someone help me, please.” I felt her pain. My wolf was restless and searched for her. I followed my wolf's instincts, and he led us to a cave that was covered by a spell. I saw women and children, all lying unconscious, except for her.
My wolf screamed “mate” the moment I laid eyes on her. She smiled instantly when she saw me.
At that moment, I knew she was my mate, the one my mom had told me about. My one true mate.
But why don't I feel this attraction toward her? Why don't I feel the ignition of the mate bond?
I rushed into the cave, but the spell that was cast on the entrance of the cave suddenly pushed me back so hard that I fell backwards.
“Don't come any closer; only the Alpha can come through,” she announced. At first, I hesitated, but knowing I was the only one who could actually break into the barrier to save her and the others, I didn't think twice before rushing into the barrier, which was set and just as she had said. I was able to go through the barrier to rescue them.
*Flashback Ends.*
I couldn't help but feel something's not right, though I can't tell what's wrong or why I feel this way about the wedding that was taking place and then about the kiss. I can't believe I actually kissed her during our first meeting.
I decided to race my wolf to clear my head. Moreover, I don't know what's wrong with me lately when I see my mate's sister.
Her eyes, her lips—I just can't stop thinking about her. Every night I think about her. Ever since that day, we had kissed, or rather, since I kissed her, I couldn't think of anything else.
And then we bumped into each other again while she was doing her chores. I just can't tell why I have this strong pull towards her. I just cannot think straight whenever I see her; I just want to touch her every second, and seeing her face, I'm tempted to stare into her eyes forever.
After running for an hour, I decided to go behind a tree and take a short rest. Just then, I heard the cry of a wolf coming in the direction of the woods. I went on high alert and waited for the wolf to come into view.
The wolf finally came into view, but then I noticed it didn't have the aura of a dangerous wolf. I noticed it was a female wolf by the scent I perceived, but it was not a familiar one.
This wolf looks entirely different, and in some way, it suddenly pulled my wolf. I growled loudly, and it startled the wolf so much that it looked in my direction, where I was. I could see the wolf clearly under the moonlight where it stood. It was beautiful her eyes were those of a scarlet, and the fur on her wolf was smooth and glittering white.
I was totally unaware when I began to approach her. But way before I could get to her, she suddenly turned around and hit the forest path back to where she came from. I chased her immediately because I needed to know who she was and what she was doing in that part of the woods at that particular time of the night.
DIANEThe fact that Gina was going to investigate the case made me restless. What if she goes around snooping for clues? Will that further make things difficult? What am I supposed to do then? I need to stop her before she does anything stupid to sabotage my plans.I looked in the mirror, and stared at the mark on my chest. The Scarlet seal, which I was able to snatch from Gina. If I hadn't been shown the method through which I could actually steal the seal, I might have been the one taking on Gina's position. Maybe I might be the one serving her like a maid.Good thing I was capable of succeeding in my plans. Though the half moon shaped scarlet seal burns my skin from time to time, so long as I can use the proper ointment which I was given, it somehow reduces the pain and redness. By the way, that symbol is not something that can be easily seen by outsiders, since the symbol was originally located at the top of my breastbone.“I have a message for you, miss Diane,” someone said t
CAIN “I uhm, I'm here to keep you company.” I said rather briefly. “Keep me company? I don't think there's anything I actually need your assistance for.” I said rather dryly. She suddenly walked up to my desk. Though she boldly walked into my office, I could sense how nervous she was. “I know you might actually not need my help right now, but, I think it's good to have some alone time with you, since we'll be getting married soon.” The moment the words left her lips, I had no idea what came over me, but I suddenly felt repulsed. She's my mate, for goddess’s sake, and I shouldn't be feeling this way. “Gina, I know this is crucial for both of us, but don't you think we are taking this too far?”“Pardon?” She said. I heaved a long sigh and left what I was working on, so I could focus on her. “I know you're my mate, and as my mate, I know you want to be married and take your rightful place by my side, but don't you think we're far too distant for a marriage now?”“Uhm, Alpha Cain,
DIANE I paced in my room with heavy thoughts on how to persuade Alpha Cain from pursuing the case. I didn't want him to find out about the death of my father and the rest of the pack. That will be too much, and it will only put me in danger. Now I wonder if Gina had perhaps told the Alpha something, which he was acting upon. That is the only way to describe the situation. Else, why would he suddenly want to help her find the killers of her parents? He must not want to get married, and hence he was looking for every means possible to break off from the marriage. No way! Now I see where this is going. That traitor! I should have known she never meant anything good. I should have known this was what she had in mind against me. She must wanted to prove her identity so badly and even went as far as going back on her word. Well, since it has come to this, I'm uncertain if I'll be showing her any mercy from now on. Now that I still have the support of the people, I need to grab hold of t
GINA“No, I've never been to Gina's room, let alone steal an earring.”“Are you sure about what you are telling me right now?”“I swear in my life, I've never stolen anything from my sister.” I didn't understand what was going on as to why the Luna was asking me all of those questions. I never stole from Gina. I took my gaze towards Diane only to see her staring at me with a wicked glint in her eye. For some reason, I find it weird that I'm being summoned because Diane lost an earring. “Okay, since you say you didn't steal the earrings, I'll have to send Rosa to your room to confirm your claims.”“Yes, you can do that, Luna,” I replied. But then, I realized that my confidence might be ruined. Why don't I feel so good about this? If I'm not mistaken, there's a possibility that the earrings can be found in my possession. I took another glance at Diane only to see her smirking in my direction.Oh, no! Did I just fall into Diane's trap? It can't be. She'd promised not to do things like
GINA “Arrrgh!!” I screamed as the silver chain dug into my flesh and burned me. I gritted my teeth as the pain surged deeper into my flesh and my bone. This was the worst punishment ever. In my pack, we do punish offenders, but no one has ever undergone the silver chain torture. This was the cruelest punishment ever given.How could they punish me for what I didn't even do? This was the height of it all. I shut my eyes and tears poured like rain hitting my face. “Mom, dad, what am I going to do? I cannot die like this. I need to find out about those who caused the fall of our pack. Furthermore, I cannot stop until I have brought them to book.” I said in my thoughts as tears ran down my cheeks. *****It's been more than a day since I've been locked in the dungeons without food or water. My throat has gone dry and my lips scaly. I could hardly move my eyes because I was so weak, coupled with the fact that I never ate before I got punished. Is this the end for me? Just as I was think
Cain's POVWhile in my shower, bathing, I kept thinking about the information Fox gave me concerning my mate's sister. Though she was accused of stealing, for some reason, I didn't seem to be convinced about it. I had seen her before, and those eyes didn't look like the type who would just steal. But then I don't know her that well. All of this was just my speculation. I have no idea what she really was capable of doing. After dressing up, I decided to pay my mother a visit. I am obligated to visit her when I get back from whatever trip I went for outside the pack. *******“Son, I'm so happy to see you. Good thing you are back, so we can start with the preparations for your wedding!” My mother said excitedly. I could see just how happy she was about my marriage. But it seems I'm the only one who doesn't want to be married yet. “Mother, I'm glad you are in good health. But I have something else to discuss with you.”“Huh? Okay, go ahead, I'm all ears.”“This is about Diane. I heard
RED MOONLIGHT PACK“Are you saying you are heading to the Raven pack now?”“Of course, Alpha, my daughter is to get married to the Lycan Alpha. What do you expect me to do? Of course, I have to pack up for the occasion.”“But Margaret, we both know that isn't how it is. Besides, the kid is still alive. Are you sure you can do this on your own?” I paused to have a rethink of everything I planned, then I smiled at Alpha Dexter.“There's nothing to worry about, trust me. This is just the beginning of my plot. We will succeed. All you have to do is trust me on this.”“Okay, if you say so, my love,” He pulled me to his chest and we kissed.“You have been the best woman at my side, and you are more useful than all my Alpha friends,” Dexter complimented. I smiled brightly.“Knowing I'm the best woman, that's why I've been with you all these years,” I stated with a bright smile.“Of course you are. I will send my best men to see you all the way to the pack.”“Come on now, Dext, we can't do
I have been in my room nursing my injuries since I was released. Suddenly, my door flew open and Diane stormed in. “Well, well, well, look how pitiful you look. You should have listened to me and stopped when you had the chance. Too bad, you brought this upon yourself.”“Is this what you came to tell me?” I asked, not wanting to start an argument with Diane. It was a waste of time for me to do so. “No, not at all, just that I found you someone who would like after you?”I froze and took my gaze up at Diane. “What are you up to this time, Diane?”“Guess what?” Just then, a woman walked into the room. She doesn't seem that familiar, but seeing how she looked, she reminded me of Diane. “She will be your mom now, so you had better behave.”“What?” I couldn't believe what Diane had just said. “You mean she's my…hold on a minute. This is your mom?”Diane suddenly curved her lips in a wicked smile. I'm glad you know exactly what I'm trying to say now.”“So, you are, Gina. Last time I sa