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~ ENRIQUE ~ When I remain silent, he speaks again. “The spirit wolves who will always be at your beck and call. But as your forefathers before you, you must find the Ash Stone that will give you supreme power over them; but you will not be able to summon them without the stone.” “I said something, and I felt…” He looks concerned, and I don’t like the concern on his face. “There is a special incantation, but it must not be spoken without the Ash Stone. I doubt you have spoken-” “By the fiery embrace of the sun, the powerful shroud of the moon, the celestial light of the stars and the heart of the earth; I, Enrique Ignacio Escarra, the last of my bloodline, summon forth the power bestowed upon me as the rightful heir of the sacred title. Let these bindings be shattered, the shackles sundered, and the unleashed energies come forth? … I said all that,” I say, masking my unease. I watch him carefully, not missing the way he swallows before he lifts his head up. “It doesn’t matter. We w
~ ENRIQUE ~ I frown, so our ancestor was a demi-goddess… one who came from the goddess of witchcraft… “The first El Rey Carmesí, Alpha Neron Escarra, was their son and powerful he was. Not only did he possess a powerful wolf, but within his veins ran the magic of Hecate’s blood. Roja warned her son not to play with such powers. After all, where there is power, there is great risk and consequence.” A moment’s silence falls amongst us as I ponder over what he’s said. Why was such history buried? The problem is everyone hides their secrets, hides the truth from others, but in the end what if those very key facts are lost? “So, he disobeyed his mother…” I say. “Indeed, because what man would not be tempted to use such power that they are blessed with? So he began experimenting and the power he played with attracted enemies. It was at one of these instances that he made a dangerous decision.” I listen quietly, more intrigued than I want to admit. “To protect Alpha Neron, his beta gav
~ KATALEYA ~ I place my spoon down, having enjoyed the delicious meal. I had returned to the new place an hour ago, showered, and gotten dressed before eating. Originally, Jose told me Enrique was on his way to fetch me, but he had changed his mind, making the hope I had felt come crashing down. So Jose had brought me back to the home where we would be staying. I had placed the prosthetic aside, feeling like a failure. “Thank you for the meal, Hugo,” I say politely to the old Escarra butler. “Not at all, it is an honour to serve you,” he says. I look up at him. Dad had mentioned him to me. They had stayed in touch for several years, but then he stopped responding and told Dad to back off. I glance around. Enrique isn’t around but… he somehow can sneak up on me too, but according to Jose, he had a lot to do. I talked to Valentina early this morning, and I have organised a group call in about half an hour with those back home. I can’t delay this any longer. I have to tell them of m
~ KATALEYA ~ “My work isn’t done here,” I reply softly, hoping he understands. But this time Mama doesn’t seem so sure. “Kat darling, your father is right, I know you have things to do but if the crawlers managed to surround you-” “Mama, she’s not a baby.” Skyla cuts in defensively. “But if it’s about protection, maybe one of us can go to her?” “I’m fine, really,” I promise, knowing everyone has things to do and with the summit, Royce can’t leave Alaska and it would be unfair on them if Sky came here. “Besides, I’m coming for the summit. I’m just concerned if I am the Asheton Queen… does that mean that the other two will be revealed soon? How close are we to that time?” I whisper, suddenly feel cold. “That’s inevitable. The time is approaching regardless. We can’t delay it.” Leo says. “We’ve just got to be prepared.” “Yeah, take your own fucking advice,” Dad remarks, making Leo frown at him. “Still waiting for you to stop hiding in the shadows.” “We ain't doing that shit now.”
~ ENRIQUE ~ I had been on my way to get Kataleya when I had felt the snapping of a pack-link, signalling someone had either died or left the pack and I had alerted and commanded every pack member be accounted for, child, adult, and those not on the island. When one of your pack members dies, it takes a part of you too. I feel as if I failed them, that I was not able to protect them. When that had come up, I told Jose to take Kataleya to the house until I returned. “Alpha, until we get some answers, would you like to stop at my place? Madre has made some Arozz Con Dulce. Let’s wait there for a while, it’s close to the waters, anyway.” Hmm, he really is a fool… he has done nothing but piss me off lately, and he’s taking me to see his madre? “Yes, let’s go. I wouldn’t mind seeing Tía Maribella. It’s been a while.” “She will be happy to see you, too,” he answers as I change direction and head towards his home. Fool, you are done for now, and I will enjoy this. Once we park up, he g
~ ENRIQUE ~ “I hope you learned your lesson,” I remark as I get back into the car, and he climbs into the passenger seat. “I apologised…” He pouts sulkily as I start up the car and drive towards the sea where the bodies have been found. I had already demanded that the place be closed in the evenings through to the morning for any tourists or beach-goers. But clearly, the mayor has not bothered heeding my fucking orders. I made it clear until the attacker was found we needed to be on alert. I take my phone out, calling the so-called mayor, more like a hijo de puta. My eyes flashing with irritation, this could have been prevented. I had men and women who were professional divers out there, but I was under the impression he had placed a curfew in the area. The phone cuts but I call him again. He will take my call, or I will fucking run for mayor myself. Just when I’m prepared for the call to go to the answering machine again it’s answered. “Ah, Señor Escarra!” Mayor Rio says. “What
~ ENRIQUE ~ I slam the bathroom door behind me, running my fingers through my hair. That is not how I was expecting our first confrontation to go. I was lost in thought when I had entered, not even noticing the small phone screen. I mean, how the fuck would I when all I saw when I glanced at her were her thick thighs and boobs? I smirk as I take her phone out, which is blowing up with messages. Placing it aside, I take my pants off and get into the shower, wanting to scrub myself clean of any traces of that creature. Washing my hands and arms before returning just didn’t feel enough. Papi. I think smugly. I didn’t even need to do anything. She herself stressed her father out without me even having to say much. But she’s fucking entertaining… She deserves far more, but whether it is selfish to think this or not, I like that I own her heart… even if it’s better I didn’t… Scrubbing off, my mind goes back to the Chupacabra and Joseph. I sigh heavily. Tonight I need to dive again and
~ ENRIQUE ~ I resist a smirk as her cheeks flush. She’s still embarrassed about the whole phone thing and I’m enjoying making it worse. It doesn’t fucking bother me. “Th-that… goddess, I will never be able to face anyone ever again.” “Why? Because you practically told them you like to call me that?” I ask. She lets out a whimper of unhappiness as I lead the way outside and stop beside my car rather abruptly, making her knock into me. Her breasts are fucking perfect and cushiony. “Ouchie…” she whispers, and I look back at her. “I was wondering what your padre would think if he knew exactly what you have gotten up to here…” I remark. She blushes even more, her wide eyes looking at me. “He doesn’t need to know everything.” She pouts. “Of course not, yet somehow you will blurt it all out. But if you do plan to tell him that you enjoy me eating your sweet little pussy, make sure I’m around to witness his rage.” I remark mockingly, opening the door for her, watching as her entire fac