Through the long, treacherous night, a heavy cloud of despair weighed upon my heart. Each step I took towards the towering castle only deepened my sense of foreboding. The vast, rugged terrain seemed to conspire against us, causing me to stumble over hidden rocks, though I was grateful that the storm had yet to unleash its full fury.
The isolation I felt was palpable, seeping into my veins with every breath, as the reality of leaving our pack, our home, settled like a haunting spectre in my mind.Wrapped tightly in my scarf, its fabric offering a meagre shield against the biting wind, I trudged onward. The weight of responsibility bore down on me, the burden of ensuring my mother's safety and well-being resting solely on my shoulders. Her tired eyes, etched with lines of worry and fatigue, served as a constant reminder that I was her sole caretaker now.As we neared the summit of the mountain, exhaustion gnawed at my mother's strength. With laboured breaths, she signalled her need for a brief respite. Her voice, filled with weariness and desperation, quivered as she spoke, "I can't... go on... much longer, my dear. I've... failed you..."Tears warmed up in my eyes as I knelt beside her, taking her trembling hands in mine. "No, Mama," I whispered, my voice laced with determination. "You haven't failed me. We're in this together. We'll find a way. Just a little further, I promise."Her gaze, filled with love and gratitude, was locked with mine. "You're... so strong, my child. I couldn't ask for a better daughter." Her words, feeble but heartfelt, carried the weight of a lifetime of sacrifices. The words wrapped around me, so comforting and soothing.As fatigue and cold hugged into her old body, I clung to her, desperate to keep her with me. Panic laced my voice as I pleaded, "Stay with me, Mama. Please, have hope"Her voice, barely a whisper, reassured me with fading strength. "You... will always carry me... in your heart. You're... my strength."I sobbed, unable to hold back the flood of emotions. "But I need you here, Mama. I can't do this alone."A gentle smile curved her pale lips. "You're... never alone. Remember... our love... will guide you."At that moment, as her grip on life slipped away, my world shattered. I cradled her lifeless body, tears streaming down my cheeks, as I cried out in anguish. "Mama, please! Don't leave me! I need you!"But the wind carried my desperate pleas into the night, unanswered. My heart ached with a profound emptiness as if a vital piece had been torn away. Yet, even in my grief, her words echoed within me, igniting a flicker of determination to honour her memory and carry her love forward."I will make you proud, Mama," I vowed through tear-stained lips. "I'll find my way, and you'll be with me every step of the journey."In that desolate place, on that fateful night, I embraced the weight of her legacy and the love that would forever bind us together. And with a fragile spark of resilience, I rose to face the daunting path ahead, guided by the eternal flame of a mother's unwavering belief in her child.In the warmth of the room, I woke up with a pounding headache. Outside, footsteps echoed, and the forest appeared to recede. Searching for Mama, weakness consumed me. My body, once strong as a werewolf, now felt feeble and human.Aching ribs signalled my body's depletion. Gathering what little strength remained, I approached the door, desperate for help. Silence met my pleas, while whispers swirled in the distant hallway. I mustered all the energy left in me, crying out for Mama's presence. Before collapsing, the doorknob turned, and strong arms caught me. Blurred vision clouded my senses, but their comforting touch provided solace. Faint whispers soothed me, but I succumbed to unconsciousness once more, drifting away.As I stirred from my sleep, I found myself cradled in those same strong arms. They held me tenderly as if I were the most fragile thing in the world, and I found solace in their embrace. Frustration twisted my features as memories of that dreadful night flooded my mind, where everything I held dear was torn apart. Beads of sweat dotted my forehead, and the man beside me reached for a glass of water, offering it to me.Without hesitation, I greedily drank the water, my breath catching in my chest. He gently rubbed my back, his touch offering reassurance. Now, I could hear his whispered words, urging me to calm down. But how could I find calm amidst the storm of emotions brewing within me? The memories of that night played on a loop, and in the midst of it all, Mama's face flashed vividly before my eyes. Desperation surged through me, and I clutched onto the man, my voice trembling as I called out Mama's name, my anguish palpable.Another figure, a woman, appeared on the scene and my vision slowly cleared. The air was heavy with tragedy, and I felt disoriented, unaware of my surroundings. The woman approached, holding an injection in her hand, and pressed it against my skin. The needle pierced my flesh, causing me to flinch, while the man held me steadfastly. I looked up at him, a mixture of worry and confusion etched across my face, but he seemed unperturbed, a pillar of strength in the chaos surrounding us.It felt as though I had been cast into a dark abyss, imprisoned for a crime I hadn't committed. Yet, the touch of the man, his soothing presence, provided a temporary respite from the turmoil raging inside me. His chin rested gently atop my head, his arms encircling my trembling form. He whispered words of comfort, attempting to calm the storm within me.Pushing him away, a surge of determination coursed through me, and I confronted him, my voice wavering yet filled with urgency. "Where is Mama?" His gaze bore into mine, a mix of annoyance and weariness. He let out a heavy sigh before a commotion erupted, the entrance door bursting open simultaneously. And there stood a man, adorned with tattoos that adorned his neck and body, a striking figure.His breaths were slow, yet runny. I could see his muscles tense through his shirt but before he opened his mouth, the man beside me interrupted.As the man beside me disrupted the room's tranquillity, the one standing opposite me uttered with a shudder, "Your mother... she's no more." His words struck me like a bolt of lightning, and at that moment, my world shattered into a thousand fragmented pieces. He clicked his tongue dismissively, casually entering the room before closing the door with a resounding thud. I struggled to process the devastating news; my mind clouded by echoes of Mama's voice calling out to me.Curling into a small ball, I desperately tried to silence the memories that flooded my mind. They played on repeat; each scene etched vividly in my thoughts like a well-worn record."Mama, look at my tail... it's a beautiful blend of blue and white!" I exclaimed in pure joy, twirling around her with childlike enthusiasm. She chuckled, attempting to calm my exuberance."Sweetheart, it's just a tail. Mama might trip if you keep spinning like that," she lovingly chided, joining in on my laughter. Gathering me into her
As the door burst open, a blonde girl rushed into the room, causing the nurse to recoil in fear. Her face was a mixture of guilt and anger, her dishevelled bangs falling over her forehead. With teeth as sharp as the necklace dangling around her neck, she gripped my collar, her voice piercing the air with a high pitch."You ruined my life!" she screamed, her words reverberating throughout the room. The intensity of her anger was palpable, and her grip on my coat conveyed her seething frustration, emanating heat and sweat.Before she could finish her sentence, someone forcefully entered the room, immediately taking hold of the girl and calling out her name, "Akira, stop!" His commanding voice resonated with authority, and she reluctantly calmed down in his embrace.It seemed as though she had been compelled to comply. The nurse reduced to a small presence in the corner, trembled as these two powerful wolves took over the room. Fear gripped my heart, and I found myself breathing heavily
"Get away from me!" I exclaimed, my hand instinctively coiling into a tight fist as I forcefully pushed him away, the impact of my palm meeting his chest. The surprise etched on his face quickly morphed into a mixture of annoyance and a subtle twinge of sadness, his brows furrowing in response. The air between us grew heavy with tension as we stood there, a frigid silence settling in the room.His presence had been overwhelming, invading my personal space without warning. I took a step back, creating distance between us, while the distant echoes of trumpets reverberated through the cold, stone walls of the castle. His retreat mirrored mine, his gaze never leaving me, before he abruptly turned and vanished into the labyrinthine hallways. Now alone in the room, the chill in the air seemed to seep into my bones, mirroring the icy ache within my heart.Sorrow consumed me as I grappled with the news of my mother's demise. There had been no time for mourning, no chance to properly bid her f
"Bring her to me," his commanding voice echoed through the grand chamber, each syllable carrying a weight that demanded immediate obedience. My eyes were fixated on his arm, adorned with an intricately designed tattoo that seemed to come alive as it snaked across his taut muscles. A regal crown rested atop his head, adorned with dazzling diamonds, emeralds, and rubies that caught the flickering light. A fine silk cloth draped over his chest, exuding an air of royalty and power. It was him, the same male I had pushed away earlier in the room, now exuding an aura of cold indifference. Slowly, he descended the majestic brick stairs that led to the throne, every step purposeful and commanding. The entire room seemed to hold its breath, enveloped in an eerie calmness, save for the murmurs that erupted in hushed whispers. Amidst the whispers, I could hear my name being called out, a mix of curiosity and anticipation laced in their voices. But it took just one word from him to silence them
'Why is that voice so familiar?' a question that dashed through my mind and got me on my nerves.I couldn't just drive my thoughts away from the voice I just heard pierce my ears. While I try to dissuade myself from the unnecessary thought and the decision I am about to make. The sound comes through again and this time, it is potent."Make your decision," The Alpha said terrifyingly.I heard it, but couldn't really make a decision at the moment. The sound oozing from the basement is something I couldn't shake off my head.'I kinda need to check it…' I make the decision right within me. I could feel my heart beating hard against my chest.I know I am about to make a choice, the choice that will change so many things in my life. It may be for the good or for the worse.Walking off immediately just to trace the sound, the Alpha was startled."Are you rejecting the Alpha!!!" That voice echoed through the walls of my auditory, but I didn't mind.I don't know why I am so courageous at the
My body begins to vibrate at different times. My eyes run through his muscles all at once and now, my heart is heavy… very heavy."Throw her in the dungeons" he said with his head raised.His face was so mean and immediately he passed the judgment, he used his side muscle to push me aside while he made his way out of my sight.My lips vibrate resoundingly. Now I know this is the height of it all. 'What happens next?' That question dropped on my mind like a metal hit another.While that thought sits on the steep of my heart, I feel two hands grip my hand firmly calling me back to reality. "What…?" That word just comes out of my lips and all I could do at that moment is to have my head look sideways intermittently.I started panicking at that moment. I feel a lot of strength streaming down my tiny muscles."Let me go…" I screamed on top of my voice. I know my voice would penetrate the walls of that basement, but what could it do?I tried to jack them off, but I couldn't. My strength f
I sit on the ground with my hand on my jaw. I couldn't help but think about everything happening to me.'At first it was my mother and now, it's me…' The confine is something I can't even wrap my head around.Having my eyes run through the whole thing is annoying and I feel so bittered within me.I know this doesn't suit me, but I just have to do something… something really quick.'What do I do?' a question that leaves my heart quelling for an answer but there is none to give. I feel heavy and so disappointed in myself.'How did I even get here?' I begin to run my head through so many thought process and I feel dead within me. I don't know that single action of mine would lead me here. Rejecting the Alpha could actually lead me to dungeon where I can't even escape. This is difficult for me to chew, I feel so sad and heavy within me.While I wander and have my head soil in despair. I heard the sound of the door. Having my eyes fixated there, the man that brought the meal walks inside
"Why are you standing so still?"That question pierced through my ear lobes and all I could feel is the sound of his breath."Why are you breathing so loud?" I asked without paying attention to what he said.I could see the fierce gaze that fixated on me. I can see the anger and the rage that runs through his face. He opens his mouth to speak, but I know what he is about to utter is something I wouldn't expect. It would be like a dagger that is stabbed into my heart."Don't ever answer a question with another question..!" Those words stamped on my heart and I could feel my heart shiver. I didn't know when a sweat fall on my face like a midst.I know I have to apologize that moment before he decides to use his tools on me. I know that would a disaster. The dungeon is bad enough, adding to it is something that would be extremely terrible. "I am sorry.." I had those word run through my lips with an eye flicker.He nods and have quick countenance change. "You haven't answered the quest