Leaves rustled, dancing on the call of the blowing wind. Besides that, everything remained eerily quiet. Though Selene couldn’t truly be certain, noticing several shadows moving behind some trees.For the past hours, she kept looking out the window whenever she had the chance. She understood the consequences of her recent actions, but she regretted nothing, seeing as her aunt seemed to have returned to her lively and energetic self.The woman was currently in the kitchen, while she stayed at the house’s foyer, pretending to sweep the floor, though it was spotless.A day already pass but there have been no signs of people coming to their place, making her more anxious.Only when she hears the loud clanking sounds did she snap out of it, nearly causing her to jump in a hurry to the next room to see what happened.“Aunt Pen, are you all right?”Panic covered her, seeing the woman on her knees, shaking and gasping on the floor while hugging herself. Her eyes were bawled out, as if in shoc
Four hours passed, but they remained driving on that long winding road with nothing but trees, mountains, and grasslands from afar.“Where are we going, miss Julieta? I thought we’d be returning to the mansion?”After contemplating her predicament, Selene finally garnered the strength to say her concerns out loud. Especially after they passed by a large sign showing that they were entering the town of ‘Moon Peak’.“Hush girl. You are in no position to speak.”Julieta quickly throws a sharp gaze her way.It felt so intense it made her shiver in her seat, making her lower her head in shame and fear.“Sorry, miss.”Selene returned her attention to looking out the side-mirror. The black sports car which followed them. Somehow, seeing the vehicle put her at ease. Yet she still can’t shake off that odd sensation she’d been getting from it.Her mind was so focused on trying to see who was in it, she hardly noticed them stopping until she hears the door opening on the driver’s side.“Where he
Waiting on the outskirt of town. The black sports car parked deep in the forest, hidden within the trees near the main road. Leaning on it was none other than Duncan.A prideful grin written all over his face while looking out into nothingness, remembering the glory and victory he got during the incident in the mansion.His attention immediately shifted, seeing the vehicle approaching his way. He quickly straightens, putting on his serious expression.Julieta kept her composure, yet the tiredness and disappointment remained etched in her eyes, even underneath her stoic facade.“How’d it go?”Duncan raised a brow, noticing this.For the longest time, the female had been caring for him. This was the first in a while that he’d seen her so agitated.“Forgive me alpha. I wasn’t able to get anything from those old hags.”Julieta was now on her knees, gritting her teeth in sheer annoyance and rage.She never like those priestesses as she considers them no different from the witch Penelope an
Selene’s smile was wide with glee and fascination. This being the first festival she’s ever been to, she could not help but get sucked into the liveliness and joy of everything that was happening.She kept looking around, enjoying the scenery while sitting on one of the picnic table atop a small cliff.This gave her a clear view of the concert party down below, all the while savoring the foods the place offered, as there were stalls set up nearby offering free food.She didn’t wonder why the entire celebration was happening in the middle of the forest, nor did she bother to ask the reason for being left there, as all she can think of was how mesmerizing and fun everything was.“You seem to be enjoying yourself?”A deep voice came out from behind her, rippling through the loud music, breaking through even among the cheers and chattering of those around them.Her heartbeat nearly stopped, recognizing who it belonged to, shuddering because of the sudden heat building up from within her.
In the midst of the crowd, Selene stood like a statue. With an awkward smile, unlike the others there who were letting it all out, raving to the music and just going all out.She hugged herself, all the while roaming her gaze to the surrounding people. She looked so out of place, similar to a fallen petal sailing through raging waves.“Come on. Your alpha orders you to have fun!”Duncan nudges her to move.He can’t believe she’d stay so prude, even after being surrounded by so many individuals in heat.Selene bit her lip, still shifting her gaze away from him. She tried to let out a laugh, but ended up in a sort of giggle.“This is just so new to me.”She says biting her lips afterwards, all the while keeping her head low.Duncan swallowed hard, suddenly hit by realization. He’d been gawking at her all this time, only noticing it after being awestruck at the sight of Selene fixing a piece of hair that slid down her face.He only became aware of it when everything around him seemed to
With a deep breath, Selene takes her first step out of the bus, ready for another challenge. A ray of sunshine flash before her, forcing her to race a hand to her face, as the beam from the setting sun prickled her skin. Her heart raced upon glimpsing at the scenery of reddish skies kissing the mountains. Along with the lush forest all around. Unlike her hometown, filled with buildings, bustling cars, and people. The place was teeming with trees and other plants. Few vehicles drove by the long road, and the highest structures were a three story clock tower, resembling those of olden times. After having her fill of the view, she reaches for her pocket, fishing out the piece of paper she received from the mail, reading the notes and drawn map on it. She swallowed hard, wandering her gaze to search for the landmark which was shown there. Nervous that she might be in the wrong place. A strong wind blew by when the bus left, causing her to let out a loud squeal when the gust lifted he
After preparing breakfast, cleaning the house, and doing the laundry, Selene readied herself to start her day. Not wanting to experience another mishap like yesterday. This time she wore a plain white shirt, jeans, and sneakers. Yet because they were old clothes, all of them were hugging tightly, even with her thin figure. All seemed well, until she checked herself in the mirror and saw how her belly was sticking out, because of how her breast were pushing parts of it. Not having anything else to wear, since all her other stuff had become faded, ripped, or too small for her, she got left with no other choice but to make do with it. She mitigated her situation by putting on a jacket, all so she can cover herself. But because of the dry temperature, she ended up only wrapping the thing around her waist. Satisfied with her outfit on her second look, she finally steps out of the room where she was staying. This was the first time she’d slept in a soft bed in years since her parents
Those pitch black eyes continued to linger in her thoughts, as if it was right in front of her. There was something about the way the young man looked at her that sent unfamiliar shivers throughout her entirety. No matter how many times she tries to make sense of it all. She could not figure why she could not remove it from her mind. Also, her consciousness did not wander off some place during the entire time. As if the guy had completely pulled everything around her. She only returned to reality, catching the muffling sound of a sweet voice, together with a shadow waving at her peripheral vision. Selene flinches, shaking her head to wake herself from the daze. Followed by an immediate gulp, because of the sudden dryness in her throat. “You all right, dear?” It was aunt Penelope, staring at her with a frown. Worry etched on her face, realizing she’d been dozing their entire conversation. “Yes, aunty.” Selene was quick to put on her smile, hurrying to finish the food in her pl