"What's happening here?" I asked, my voice trembling with confusion. The air in the room choked me with tension, and I could feel the weight of their gazes on me.Tyler's grip on Adrian tightened, his voice dripping with triumph. "Look who I found snooping around your chambers, Lily. He could be a thief, or worse, an assassin."My mind raced, searching for a way to salvage the situation. I had to think fast, to find the right words that would divert their attention. I wandered why Tyler was suddenly acting like the hero in all this.Summoning every ounce of composure I had left, I straightened my posture, meeting Tyler's gaze head-on. "Tyler, let him go," I commanded, my voice firm and unwavering. "He is not a threat. He's here under my protection."Tyler's expression hardened, "What? Are you commanding me, the Alpha-to-be? And why is he here under your protection? Who the hell is he to you?"My father stepped forward, his expression stern and questioning. "Lily, why are you showing s
Without looking at him, I replied, "No."I tried to move through the door, but he blocked the way again, "I won't beg you.""And I don't want you to.""Why are you being difficult?'"Just let me pass!" I jerked his hand off the door rail but he banged the door behind us, making me flinch back.I glanced at him, my gaze piercing. "What do you think you're doing?""Is this how you want things to be from now on between us? Weird? Awkward? Toxic? Shitty?" The words came out of his mouth like garbage."You made it this way…" My voice broke with every syllable.He sighed and looked the other side. I walked back more and folded my arms, eager to get this over with and get away from him. "Speak."He hesitated, "Lily, I understand that our breakup was difficult for both of us…""Oh gee, look who's just finding out.""You won't even let me speak.""Look, I don't even want to hear anything. You've said all I needed to hear already. We just need to find a way to move forward..."He scoffed, his e
Don swung a punch first but it barely reached Adrian. He let out a corny laugh that made me roll my eyes. "Was just warming my reflexes…I'm gonna pulverise you..."As Don continued swinging his fists in the air, Adrian remained still, observing his movements with careful attention. I couldn't help but wonder what Adrian was planning. What was his strategy? The anticipation built within me slowly.Jaxon took a seat beside me, breaking my focus on the fight. He leaned closer and asked, "Why do you trust that guy so much, Lily?"I paused for a moment, gathering my thoughts. "He saved me, Jaxon. There's something about him, something I can't quite explain," I replied shakily.Jaxon tilted his head at me, "Lily, you know you can't keep things from me right?""I'm not trying to.""We'll get back to that… I talked to Tyler." His voice faded."You didn't have to. You really shouldn't have.""I can see that it's been bothering you. You don't have to carry it all on your own," he said, his voic
As nightfall descended, I carefully tiptoed through the house, leaving a note for my mom in my room, informing her that I would be out with Sarah for a party. I doubt she'd read it.I quickly got ready, choosing a flowing dress that shimmered under the moonlight, accentuating its vibrant colors. I added a touch of light makeup and let my hair cascade in loose waves around my shoulders. Satisfied with my appearance, I quietly made my way downstairs, cautious not to make any noise to attract attention.Following the plan Adrian and I had devised earlier that day, I waited in the corridor near his chambers. Suddenly, I felt a hand on my shoulder, and my instincts kicked in. I quickly turned and pushed the person to the floor ready to stomp on his stomach, only for me to realize that it was Adrian. My cheek grew hot red in embarrassment, "Oh no, I'm so sorry…"I helped him get up slowly and he dusted his shirt."It's alright, you really have fast reflexes."You scared me." I exclaimed. "
My eyes were deceiving me. It was only Sandra standing there.Adrian and I exchanged knowing glances. We shared an understanding and with a tint of blush on my cheeks, I quickly pulled farther away from Adrian, feeling embarrassed and awkward.I glanced at Sarah, desperately hoping she wouldn't pry into our intimate moment. However, she did just that. "What's going on between you two?" she asked slyly, a mischievous spark in her eyes.I feigned ignorance, trying to play it cool. "Nothing. We were just enjoying the peacefulness by the stream."Adrian sensed what was going on and excused himself.Sarah wasn't convinced and persisted. "Come on, Lily. I can see it in your eyes. There's something more going on here, isn't there?"I stood up feeling uncomfortable, avoiding her gaze. "Sarah, really, it's nothing. Let's not make a big deal out of it."Sensing my discomfort, Sarah changed the topic, "I heard about Audrey being a bitch to you…"It almost came like a kick in my gut. Of course s
The riddle or prophecy or whatever it was I read the previous night couldn't leave my memory.I kept on saying it to myself, to me almost turning myself to a self-indulged lunatic.Was I making progress? Nope. I asked Sandra to help me search it up, but she gave no results. I also checked it online myself but there was no sensible result.It was on my call with Sandra she had told me something which would go on to disturb me throughout the day.I noticed Don was awfully quiet that day and less of a nuisance. That was definitely a bad sign. He was busy talking to a Beta beside the detached building and I decided to approach him. I wanted to ask him about what Sarah told me, of him telling her that he knows about the secret Adrian and I were hiding and why I was protecting Adrian. What exactly does he mean by that and what does he know?I walked towards Don, my heart pounding with anger and frustration. Whatever he was up to, I needed to find out. I couldn't let him get away with it. I
The morning sun spilled its golden rays over the training field as I made my way to join Jaxon, my mind still consumed by the discovery of the hidden artifact and the secrets it held. I approached him, trying to maintain my playfulness, though my eagerness to uncover the truth was evident in my eyes."Hey, Jax," I greeted with a playful smile, hoping to catch him off guard. "Had a good night's rest?" He was busy arranging some firearms."Hardly.""Why?" He raised an eyebrow at me."Hey Jax, have you ever heard of an ancient werewolf artifact?" Jaxon paused in his movements, his eyes meeting mine in a momentary exchange of curiosity. He chuckled lightly, amused by my sudden interest in artifacts."Why are you suddenly so interested in that?""Cause I am."He looked at me with a sly smile, "Are you sure you've not been snooping around?"My cheeks flushed, "No, what are you saying? Just tell me if you have or not.""Fine, the artifact…." he replied, contemplating. "People used to talk
I followed behind my father as he stormed to his study room. I thought of what to do to desolve the issue because I knew it would turn to something worse very soon. Nothing came to my mind and that made the desperations I felt grip me harder."Father, please, hear me out. Please forgive me for this. It was my fault. It was all my fault. I'll take all the punishment. Adrian is not to blame please…" I pleaded with him, but my words fell on deaf ears."Do you even know who that man is?! You have no idea who he is and you were there involving yourself shamelessly with him?! Do you know his family, where he came from?!! You're acting so loose!" My father yelled at me."Father, please just hear me out…""Hear what?!""Please just spare his life. I will take all the punishment. I admit I did wrong…" All my pleas were drowned out by my father's furious shouts."Why do you have no shame? To embarrass me like that in front of an elder?!" he bellowed, his face twisted with anger. "I…I'm sorry,