The ValeriousFor centuries, our species has fought wars due to a dark power that ruled the lands centuries ago. In the conflict between our mutual enemies, many battles were fought, and many people were killed. It wasn't until we came together and fought together that everything changed. We realized that our strength lay in our unity and that we could achieve more significant victories by working together. This allowed us to form long-lasting peace agreements and create a better world for future generations.For a time, everything worked perfectly. Werewolves, Vampires, and Witches lived in harmony. The only rule we had was not to allow darkness to consume us, like it did before, for if that happened, our species would cease to exist.However, this peace was short-lived as new powers emerged and threatened to disrupt the harmony. Darkness won and took hold of two of our finest. They were no longer part of us but had become something far worse. They had become consumed by the darkness
I had yet to learn who the text came from, and since I never made it a point to respond to a number, I was unfamiliar with. I brushed it off, deleted the message, and proceeded back to my car to grab the rest of my things.After five rounds of back and forth, I finally got the last box and headed back to my room. Once again, I felt I was being watched as I walked into the dorm lobby and headed upstairs. I looked around but saw no one. I felt a chill run down my spine as I knew something strange was happening to me. I decided to keep walking and not look back.The moment I rounded the corner of my dorm floor, a mesmerizing scent of ambergris and cedarwood hit me. I had never experienced a fragrance like it, causing me to halt and inhale profoundly. As I searched for the source of the smell, a shiver ran down my spine, and my hair stood on end. In an instant, my foot went astray, causing me to stumble and lose grip of the box. I closed my eyes, waiting to hit the cold marble floor, when
I found it impossible to sleep due to the intense feelings that I had experienced with Ikaris. I cleaned my room until two a.m. to take my mind off things. Despite the distractions, my mind was fixated on him, and I couldn't help but constantly think about him.I found myself unable to get his hazel-brown eyes, his alluring lips, and his charming smile out of my mind as I lay in bed. There was a warm and pleasant sensation that washed over me as I reflected on the tingles he caused when our hands made contact. I closed my eyes for a moment, took a deep breath, and whispered to myself, "Breathe, Alassandra, just breathe."Suddenly, I heard a faint whisper, "He's our mate."Sitting up in bed, I scanned the room, but no one was there. The sound of the voice echoed in my ears, leaving me puzzled as to its source. As I slowly got up and crept toward the bathroom, I heard another faint whisper, “Over here, this way.”With my heart pounding, I hastened to open the bathroom door and swiftly t
From Ikaris's POVFor as long as I can remember, being a Valerious has always been among the most respected names. I was groomed from an early age to be the perfect leader of our kind. I was expected to uphold the highest standards of morality, honor, and strength. My responsibility was to ensure that the Valerious name was always held in high esteem.The name itself held so much power that many feared my family. You can credit my great-grandfather for that. He was not one to mess with. When I was a child, my parents taught my brother Argos and me that we were destined for something greater than we could have imagined. This prophecy was of great importance to the family, and we were to uphold its name and reputation. We were to be an example of strength and courage. We were born to be great.Once Argos and I were old enough to attend school, we got the best education our family name could provide. Our parents ensured that we participated in every class and had the best tutors our famil
From Alassandra's POVI was only able to get four hours of complete sleep before my alarm clock went off, signaling that I needed to get up. I found the best way to clear my mind and find peace from the day before was to go for a run. After my parents died, I searched for different ways to relieve my stress, but nothing helped. It wasn't until I went for a run one morning that I found comfort in the quiet stillness of the early morning.My memory of the previous night flooded my mind as I walked to the restroom. I quickly pushed the door open and turned on the light, expecting to see the wolf in the mirror. Stepping inside the bathroom, I glanced into the mirror and saw only my reflection. I sighed deeply as I walked toward the sink and turned on the water."I am going crazy," I thought as I lowered my face to the sink and splashed water on my face. I opened my eyes and wiped the water away, making sure to look carefully in the mirror. I still saw only my reflection, and I began to wo
From Alassandra's POV "Do you want me to stay?" Ikaris asked again as he stepped closer to me. Now, standing in front of me, I could see desire in his gorgeous brown eyes. My body shuddered at his closeness as I was lost in his gaze. Everything in me wanted to grab him, throw him on the bed and fuck the shit out of him. It was a wave of carnal desire that washed over me. I could feel my heart racing and my breathing becoming erratic. I wanted nothing more than to have him take control, make me his, and claim me. Suddenly, my phone vibrated, and the sound of an incoming text message broke me from my trans. "I-I should get that," I said as I stepped back, turned to my bed, and grabbed my phone. "Boyfriend?" Ikaris asked with a hint of disapproval in his voice. I turned and looked at him. "No, my little sister," I replied. Ikaris nodded. "Well, I'll let you get on with your day," he said as he turned and headed to the door. "I'll see you around, little lamb," he said, with a smirk
From Alassandra's POV After showering and drying my hair, I decided to leave it down. I selected a deep green eyeshadow with subtle shimmer and bold red lip color to enhance my overall appearance. I donned a pair of black knee-high boots to complete the look and added a matching choker and diamond studs. To add a touch of radiance, I delicately applied a hint of highlighter to my cheeks and mascara to my lashes. It was nearly eight o'clock when I left the bathroom after getting ready for the party.I heard a knock on the door as I was leaving the bathroom. I opened the door to find Vero looking at me from head to toe, her face lit up.With a mischievous giggle, she joked, "You know, if I were a guy or a lesbian, I would be all over you."Her lighthearted words filled the room with laughter as she gracefully entered my space.There was no way I could not appreciate her sense of humor."Oh, thank you very much," I responded, returning the compliment."You look great as well."Vero's ou
From Ikaris's POVHaving Alassandra so close to me was a source of immense difficulty for me, as she was both near and yet so distant. Every second spent in her presence was excruciating, as I longed to possess her completely. However, the interruption of her phone prevented me from acting on my desires, leaving me frustrated and unfulfilled. The intensity of my longing for her was unparalleled, and I could not help but imagine the pleasure I would have given her as I ripped her clothes off and made her scream my fucken name."I'll see you later, little lamb," I replied, smirking as I walked out the door.There was an indescribable quality about her that consumed my attention and made me oblivious to my surroundings whenever I was in her presence. Alassandra Khairi had an inexplicable hold over me, as if she possessed a magnetic force. She was my kryptonite that drew me towards her. She became my weakness, my ultimate downfall. Like a potent drug, I found myself constantly craving her