Louis POV
Punching a hole in my bedroom wall, I was beyond furious. Out of days for Derrick to appear had it to be today. He wants me to be miserable just like him. Derrick has another thing coming if he thinks he will keep abusing me like before. I refuse to allow him to steal my happiness. It took everything in my power not to hit him back. I knew it wouldn't be a fair fight if he decided to shift into his wolf form. I kept my cool and stood my ground against him. I had to prove to him I was no longer the little boy he used to abuse. Soaking in the bathtub, I started planning my escape route again. I looked over the previous plans Dr. Johnson made years ago. Some of the information was useful. It was even better now that I was older. I wouldn't have to live in Fox Village with Alpha James for an extended period before I could challenge my father for his title. I planned on avoiding my father for the rest of my life. Out of sight, out of mind. It would keep the house peaceful, and Libby wouldn't have to mediate between us. I had nothing left to say to him. He only kept giving me false hopes. I was tired of being let down by him. He needs to get help sooner than later. Finally, calm down enough to sleep when my father knocked on my door. He started apologizing to me; nonetheless, his words sounded like a broken record. Nothing he uttered convinced me he would change. I've heard this sorry-ass apology numerous times and am fed up with his speech. I questioned him, letting my emotions run freely out of my mouth. I did not care if it hurt his feelings or not. There was no point in him trying to persuade me to forgive. I have forgiven him more times than he deserved. I could not stand to look at him any longer; thus, I slammed the door in his face. Regardless of whether he was my father, I refused to let him treat me however he wanted. My emotions were consuming me. I needed to go somewhere to release this pent-up anger. Sneaking out of the house, I went to the fitness center to work out. I spent a few hours there punching the boxing bag. Afterward, I went to train with Beta Anthony. Libby and I walked to school. The weather was perfect. It allowed me to clear my mind. I did not want to bring my personal affairs to school. We met up with our friends, also known as The Squad, and went to class together. My body was sluggish; my eyes lids were weighed down. Nodding in and out during the first period, I guess my friends could pick up on my body language for them to keep looking at me awkwardly."Bro, you look like crap this morning. Did you not sleep at all last night?" Trevor was very observant."No, I had a rough night. I could not get comfortable. I will take a nap during the lunch period." My body was physically and emotionally drained, not to mention sore. I was trying my best not to be a jerk towards them."No, you can sleep during history class. I'll watch your back and even help you complete your work." Trevor was highly concerned about me."Thanks, bro. I appreciate that," I was very appreciative to have a friend like him. The fellas hid me in the corner after the teacher took attendance so I could nap. I was grateful for that nap. I woke up energized and ready to eat. I was glad lunch was next. The rest of the day went by fast. I thanked the fellas again for having my back."Do you guys want to play basketball this weekend?"They all replied, "Sure.""Awesome, let's meet around noon. Then we could go get some to eat after we change clothes." Hanging out with them gave me a reason to stay away from the house. I stop in Beta Anthony's office after school to discuss the pack, upcoming events, treaties, and my father. I was OK with everything we talked about except for my father. He was off limits."Beta Anthony, do you think it's alright if I move in with you and Kim? Something is telling me if I stay there any longer, something terrible will happen." If I were to stay around my father, there would be no misunderstandings between us. Beta Anthony did not answer me at first.Scratching his head nervously, "Let me ask the Alpha first. I don't see why not. You are always with me anyways." At least Beta Anthony understood where I was coming from. I stayed at Beta Anthony's house for dinner. Kim made her famous chicken noodle soup. I was filled to the brim. I eventually made it home and passed out for the rest of the evening. I woke up a little after two in the morning. I still had three hours before training. I was starving, making myself some breakfast. Sitting at the table, my father came into the kitchen."How long do you plan on avoiding me? How long are you planning to stay at the Beta's house?" He was curious and depressed at the same time."I guess he talked to you about why I wanted to leave this house; consequently, you should already know the answer," I did not have to say another word before he walked away, speaking incoherently to himself. Why does he insist on being in my life?***********************************Grey POV"Louis can go stay with Beta. He no longer wants to deal with me," I was depressed that my son no longer loved me."Are you sure, Alpha? I don't want to take your son away from you." Beta Anthony understood my feelings."You can keep him safe better than I can. Derrick does not want him happy. At least if Louis is with you, I know you would guide him in the right direction." No matter how hard I tried to persuade myself, this was the better solution. At least I was still near him and could catch a glimpse of him here and there."OK, Alpha. Once he calms down enough, I will send Louis back home." This was not the first time the kids had stayed with Beta Anthony because of Derrick; thus, they already had their rooms in his house. Beta Anthony has been like their second father for a long time."Well, it looks like the house is going to be peaceful since that little shit is gone," Derrick happily chirped. "It's going to get even more peaceful once you are gone. I cannot believe this was your game all along. You wanted to get rid of Louis forever, so you picked fights every chance you got" I was furious. How could he be so happy another part of him had left? Even though I could still see Louis, we didn't have a father-and-son relationship. I was his worst nightmare."He'll be back. Get your panties out of a bunch. He always forgives you and comes running back," Derrick was laughing menacing."This is not a game, you stupid mutt! This is real life. My life that you keep messing up! When will you realize I love my son even though you hate him? Whatever resentment you have against Louis, you must drop it now." I was done dealing with the same stress repeatedly he was causing. I don't want to lose my son forever."Are you threatening me, you retarded human? I can make your life a living hell. You have no control over me. You barely control our kids. Learn your place, or I will make you lose everything you care about."After Derrick threatened me, there was silence. My headache disappeared. I was relieved that Derrick had left. I still took my medicine just in case Derrick went into a fit of rage. The medication not only helped my mood swings but sedated Derrick. Libby was sitting on the couch playing on her phone while the TV watched her. Grabbing a beer from the fridge, we watched a movie together until dinner was ready."Where is Louis at? I haven't seen him since school let out today."Libby ask."He's going to live with Beta Anthony again until I get my wolf under control. Derrick and your brother are not getting along right now to be in the same house." Tears fell from my eye while telling her this. They were inseparable, and now because of me, they are living separately. Tears slowly filled Libby's eyes as she ran from the table, causing her chair to hit the floor. Libby was devastated that Louis had left her here with his worst nightmare. My daughter was my last hope of happiness. If I lost her, there is no telling how my mental health would be affected. This pain was unbearable. A run would be nice; however, I had already taken my medicine, and Derrick was sedated. I sat back on the couch, drinking another beer. There was nothing left for me to do except swallow my pride and accept the consequences.Libby POV I ran out of the house crying. Louis wouldn't abandon me without telling me first. We never kept secrets from one another. I thought to myself. As I banged on Beta Anthony's door hard, my hand started to hurt. Once the door was open, Louis got an ear full."Why did you move out without telling me? Twins don't keep secrets from twins. Then I had to have dinner with a psychopath because you refused to forgive him. Now I'm stuck in the middle of the two of you all. Did you ever consider my feelings before doing this?" I was so worked up that I didn't give him a second before I started ranting off the next set of questions. Louis just hugged me until the tears stopped falling. "I'm sorry, Libby. It was best that I left. His bipolar mood swings are driving us further apart. I only put up with it because of you. Dad will not allow Derrick to hurt you. I, on the other hand, am something different. You are safe at home. I'm safer here. It's not like you don't see me every
All of us were fresh. Libby wore this yellow spaghetti strap dress with some laced-up sandals, Alexis had on a purple halter top dress with black high heel boots, and all the guys had on different color polo shirts with black slacks and jewelry to match. We had on every color in the rainbow. We waited for a cab to take us to the steakhouse located in Atlantic City. It was a mixture of supernatural beings and humans. Some humans were oblivious to our kind; nonetheless, we had to blend in to avoid the hunters lurking amongst the humans. Atlantic City was live; people everywhere shopping, eating, and hanging out. Entering the steakhouse, I ran into Alpha James and his son Levi."Hey man, what a coincidence to see you here! Everyone, this is my good friend Levi from summer camp." I introduced Levi to the squad. "I'm thrilled to see you here. Now I don't have to sit with those stuck-up older adults. Can I join you guys? You guys seem like a better dinner party suit
Back at Beta Anthony's house, my father sat on the couch watching football. He looked peaceful. I settle down to watch a few quarters of the game with them before showering. Stripping off my sweaty clothes and placed them into the laundry basket by the door. The basket was overflowing. I had gotten used to the omegas cleaning up around the house. I wasn't used to doing chores. Looking at my reflection once again, my eyes were black."I'm glad you didn't squeal like a little girl," Majestic laughing at me."I'm glad you find this funny. I figured it out after I ate breakfast that you were my mother's gift to me." I said matter-of-factly. I wonder if he can hear my thoughts without people looking at me crazy talking to myself. "Good, now you know I will always be by your side. FYI, you can talk to me without opening your mouth. I can hear your thoughts." Majestic clarified my thoughts. "Why are you here early? You are not supposed to show up until after my 16th birthday. Will
The ride to school was quiet. The scenery on the ride to school was different, as if I were looking at it for the first time from a different perspective. Why does it feel like I'm looking through someone else's eyes? I thought to myself. "I'm sorry, I came forward to see what you were looking at. Did I hurt you when I came forward? You felt at peace." Majestic asked in a caring manner. "No, it did not hurt at all. It felt like I saw the outside world differently." Majestic stayed forward with me until we reached school. Libby and I met our friends in the cafeteria before going to class."Who is that kid with blonde hair and blue eyes talking to Libby?" Majestic asked."His name is Trevor. He is one of our friends. I thought you had been here since the first day of school," I questioned him."I have been. I was not paying attention to our friend's name, buddy. All you ever say is Hey you, Bro, or Whatchamacallit. I blocked out all the non-important information," Majestic
Louis POV The following day at school, I asked Alexis to see the fight video on her phone. Libby was a beast at fighting. All her training paid off. She hit Kim with precision and power. After Libby broke her nose, Kim should have apologized and not kept fighting. I was proud of Libby for winning that fight. I no longer saw her as my sweet and innocent twin."Alexis, what started this fight anyways?" Trevor asked."Funny story, Kim thought Libby and Louis were flirting with each other. Kim got jealous of Libby. Libby provoked Kim too by saying she had Louis wrapped around her finger." Alexis was dying laughing at Trevor and my facial expressions."Are you serious? Why didn't Libby tell her the truth?"Alexis replied, "That's a question you must ask her." I could not believe that Libby got suspended over something petty. We all went to class together and decided to go to the packhouse later to visit Libby. I miss hanging out with her. She was the life of the party.
I was woken up by Trevor smacking on some potato chips. I stood up to stretch my muscles and slapped him on the back of the head."What was that for? I'm not the one skipping school to take naps in a library. If you need a place to sleep, you are always welcome at my house," he informs me while rubbing the back of his head."How did you even find me?" That was the better question." "School let out, and my body led me here. After I saw you were sleeping, I went to the Cafe to get us some snacks," he pushed various snacks behind his back. "Thanks, man, I am starving." I started talking to Trevor about my personal life and asked him if he would help me escape on my birthday if something went wrong. He was at a loss for words as I disclosed my deepest secrets. "Damn, No wonder you used to be antisocial all those years in school, and no one knew who you were. I'm down with helping you with whatever you need, Bro." His eyes flickered black. When I saw his eyes flash, I knew his wolf had
Libby POV"Get back here now, Bell. You know better than to run away from me," my mother's guttural voice emphasized to this sandy-brown cub. The cub was running through the grassy meadow. Sprinting towards my mother's direction, knocking her over full force as she wrapped her warm arms around my body. Kissing the top of my head, soothing me with her hush tones. The sandy brown cub perches her body next to us. Watching me fall apart at the seams. "Mom, I missed you so much. You still look the same as I remembered," she wiped my tears away and moved my braids behind my ears. "You have grown into a beautiful young lady. I am proud of trying to bridge the gap between your father and brother. I know it has been hard, but you never gave up, my beautiful Luna. The Alpha who mates with you will be amazing. Bell, come here to meet Liberty (Libby)?" My mom ushered this troublesome cub near me. Not sure what to say, rambling off the first things that came to mind. "Hi, Bell. It's n
Louis POV This was a great birthday after all. I got to spend my birthday drama free. This was the first time Derrick did not show up and ruined my day. Planning to stay away from Dad until this weekend to dodge all the unnecessary arguments or bullshit. Friday Morning: Trevor and I skipped school to set up our weaponry. I was 100 percent positive that Derrick was going to make an appearance. Our first stop was to meet Dr. Johnson at the hospital. She gave us the wolfbane darts for the tranquilizer firearms. Dr. Johnson informed us, patrol members will be waiting in a black four sedan on the north side of the territory. They were going to take us to Atlantic City. We snuck around the territory hiding animal feces and smoked wood chips along our route to hide our scents. Then we practiced hand-to-hand combat just in case we needed to fight trained warriors on our way out. Going over the strategy one last time before the party.Friday Night : The party was i