Willow's Blackmail

~Ashley~

"Coming to this lake isn't that bad of a choice after all. At least, I get to maintain my peace of mind." I murmured, drawing whatever came to mind with my eyes closed.

Ever since I compelled Cassie and Jenny, Blaine and Kiara have been at war. Their source of bickering didn't make sense to me so I decided to have a quiet time beside the lake. Like Marcellus often does.

My ear suddenly twitched as I heard an ongoing conversation and hurried footsteps.

"Did you hear?"

"Hear what?"

"Seven pack members died last night. The witch was asked to divine what happened and she said a banshee wailed close to our pack."

A surprise gasp flew out of the listener's mouth. "We haven't had a banshee come near us for decades. Why does this one suddenly have to appear out of nowhere?"

"That isn't the problem for me. The Alpha has ordered everyone to go back to training in the pack house. Young pack members, male and female, who have the will and desire to fight are urged to try it."

"Bei