All Chapters of Celestial Bodies: of Runts and Lycans: Chapter 11 - Chapter 20

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Chapter 7.1: The Three Js

Celeste's POVI brushed my hair out as gently as I could. Xavier said he wants to introduce officially to those of ranking in his pack. He said technically I've already met them but that no one actually got to introduce themselves. I instantly knew he meant the three pack members who found me along the border and found myself filled with anxieties. I knew that they were only protecting their pack but they still scared the shit out of me that day. I had just gone through something horrible, I was hurt, and they were in no rush to even try to help me. To be fair, I also couldn't mind-link them due to my head injury (or so I've been told) so maybe they thought I was intentionally not speaking to them? I don't know, either way my hand was shaking right now. Xavier gave me a few hours to relax and prepare while he let the guys know to gather.A polite knock rapped on the door, "Are you feeling-" I turned on the chair in the bathroom to face Xavier who had stuck his head in. His mouth was s

Chapter 7.2: The Three Js

Celeste's POV"So. ." I said, probably very awkwardly. I never really had to put forth any energy into socializing so I don't honestly know the best way to go about it. "Three J's," I point out. They give me confused looks, Josh's is easier to read than Jacob. "Josh," I point to him, "Jacob," I point to the brooding male, "Jared," I point to the door. "Kind of like siblings.""I've never really given that any thought." Jacobs eyebrow is quirked up. I hadn't stopped thinking about it really. Jared, Jacob, and Josh. Sounds like the name of three main brothers in an action novel where one of them very potentially dies at the end."You're right! I've thought of it before but when you're part of the coincidence I don't think it really hits you as much." I nod. That makes sense. Josh gives Jacob a smile before turning back to me. "So you're a runt!" My eyes widen at the bold sounding statement. "What's that like?"Jacob harshly nudges him in the side. "You can't just ask someone something l

Chapter 8.1: Full Moon

Xavier's POVMy eyes forced themself open, stinging upon the direct rays of light that hit at just the right angle. I had been aware of the sun shining for a few hours now; trying to convince myself that even though I wasn't sleeping, rest was just as good. Which it isn't. Not even close. I push myself up, shoving my blanket off of me; not bothering to pick it up as I go to grab clothes out of my closet. Not paying attention leaves me in a pair of cargo shorts and a light gray t-shirt that's been through the wash more times than I can count. I quickly leave my room, letting my body and mind answer all of its anxieties from throughout the night. I press my ear against her door, knowing that even with my very advanced hearing that these walls were built thick for privacy from and for werewolves specifically. I hear nothing, not even her steady breaths that I got up and listened to several times throughout the night. I knock still, only waiting a couple of seconds before I push the door

Chapter 8.2: Full Moon

Xavier's POV I immediately regret my question. I asked it out of instinct, not thinking of her past. She said her pack had been attacked when she was a kid and she's been living as a rogue on the run. Her smile fell and my thoughts were confirmed. "I'm sorry, you don't have to say anything you don't want to." I want to know everything of course but Celeste is hesitant in our relationship, in me, in my pack. It hurts but I know it's justified. In due time. ."No umm, it's okay. I don't really remember a whole lot before the attack. I remember the feeling of love?" She tilts her head and looks out at the waterfall. "I remember laughing a lot. And my dad's smile." She let a little smile grace her lips. "After the attack. . . It was bad. I'll say that much. . ." I needed to know more. My wolf was growling, my skin was itching. What did she mean, bad? "But I had a friend!" My ears perked up. "He was great," my wolf growled. I growled back, wanting to focus on her words. "He helped teach m

Chapter 9: Triple Mocha

Celeste's POVI woke, tingling with sparks and jostling. I blinked several times before opening my eyes. My sight was blurry from sleep but I could make out Xavier's form as he carried me. I didn't care where we were going as long as I could stay this comfortable. I snuggled further into his hold, he chuckled. "Good morning sleeping beauty." Good morning. Morning. . Last night. . . Last night was beautiful. Not only did Xavier show me an incredible view but he also gave me a bit of insight to himself. I'm desperately trying not to push him away but internally I still feel a bit unsure. This safety, this comfort feels almost unreal. Like any day it will be ripped away from me.'You don't know them yet. Not truly,' Ancillary spoke in regards to my thoughts. I agree.I'm glad Ancillary is back, those few days without her felt so alone. I kept internally trying to reach her, calling out with no response. I've been shifting for a few years now; I've grown used to her company."Good morning

Chapter 10.1: First Patrol and Ancillary

Xavier's POV"Xavier, come here." I turn to Dad, walking up to him calmly. I don't know if he found out about Zay and I skipping chemistry yesterday but I am not about to give him a clue in."Yeah, Dad?" I've always strived to make him proud. I don't act out with the intent to hurt him, I desperately try to hide my wrong doings and faults."I want you to go outside and warm up." I raise a brow. "Today you'll be on patrol." I smile, trying not to grin overly wide. Gotta maintain some kind of integrity. "You'll take the northern border."Dad sends me off to the border from the pack house with a smile, like he's so sure I'll succeed. Me? I'm not so sure. My partner, a scrawny man named Elijah, instructs me to clear the path to the east while he heads to the west from our meeting point at the northern border. "You got this kid," he encourages. I give a tight lipped smile.The borders of our path are a beautiful walk, full of foliage. Green covers the trees in the form of leaves and moss.

Chapter 10.2: First Patrol and Ancillary

Xavier's POVCeleste, Zay, and Josh entered the pack house quietly. I couldn't help but study Celeste's body language. She was stiff, her hands pulling at the sleeves of my sweater she was wearing, eyes glancing up at me before darting downwards. "Hi," she whispered. Turning back to the other two, she said a quick thank you before walking upstairs; briefly giving me a smile."What happened?" I directed the question as calmly as I could though my wolf was growling."Nothing!" Josh said a little too quickly for my liking. I growled at him."He's telling the truth." I know he is, I could hear a lie decently easily. "We went out to the cafe in the square and she said she was feeling tired. The research says runts get tired easier but. . ." But she's not tired. Something happened.I nodded. "Sorry, Josh.""It's okay, I get it. Kind of." I rolled my eyes jokingly at him and he gave a grin.Jogging upstairs, I knocked on Celeste's door. She opened it softly. "Hi.""Hi," I give a smile, stari

Chapter 11.1: Someone Really Special

Celeste's POV"So the women train two days a week?""Yes, little one. Men train for at least two days as well. Both have the option of training together on Wednesdays but everyone has a mandatory two. Warriors have a mandatory two to four hours every day, depending on shift assignments and status level. Our highest ranking warriors are expected to train for at least four hours every day, though they often train longer if they're able to." I nodded, tugging at my sleeve. Yesterday I ripped a hole in the sleeve of one of the new knit sweaters I'd gotten. I thought I hid it well but when I saw it in the closet this morning, a little flower was sewn to cover the hole. I was unsure how it got that way but I thought it was cute."Women didn't train in my pack." He raises a brow. "And I don't remember there being any female warriors. Not even in our stories." The stories the remaining pack elders and others would tell the kids at night. Great warriors, adventurous love, defeats and wins. Not

Chapter 11.2: Someone Really Special

Celeste's POV"Lesa!" Xavier gives her a big hug, my stomach continuing to tighten. "This," he grabs her hand which even Ancillary growls at, and takes her towards me, "is Celeste, my mate." His smile calms me down, bright as ever and full of care. "Celeste, this is Lesa. My sister."My shoulders sag in relief. This is his sister. Ancillary stops growling."It's so nice to meet you, Celeste."I pat down my hair, sure it's a frizzy mess from our outings today. "It's nice to meet you too, I'm so sorry I don't. . . look nicer?" I look down at Xavier's large sweater that swallows me and my gray leggings."You look beautiful, little one." Xavier puts an arm around my waist and I fight the urge to fall into him."You really do! You look so cute in his sweater!" I blush at her gushing. "And look at you two together, so adorable. The Moon Goddess sure does know what she's doing." I give her a smile. "Why don't you come inside? I'll get you something to eat.""Maybe just a light snack?" I look

Chapter 12: Some Years Ago

Celeste's POV, some years agoI take my moms hand, squeezing it nervously. She looks down at me, gently running a hand over my cheek. "Go on Celestial, go play," she encourages, gesturing towards the other children. Mom tries hard to show me love even though she's in pain. The loss of a mate is the worst pain imaginable, or so I've been told. Many of the pack women that remain now carry a sadness on their shoulders, a burden struck down by the universe to be without their other halves. In the first two weeks, three women died from heartbreak. It was terrifying to see their lifeless bodies as we buried them deep beneath the ground. We did our best to hold a passing over ceremony, both then and after the initial attack. To give guidance to all the souls who joined the Moon Goddess from our pack-family.Another nudge on my shoulder encourages me to take a step forward.A few of the kids look at me, some offering small smiles while some kept blank faces. A lot of these kids also lost thei

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