Joan's POV "It must have been nice growing up here" I said with a smile. Ms Anna was back from her meeting and she seemed very light headed.We were out in her cottage eating dinner under the stars and she filled me in on tales about her youth."I was never born in this part of Dark Stream my dear. There's little or nothing to say about where you were born after a war" My heart sank at her words as memories of my home came flooding. My home was raided and rendered desolate by Alpha's Rex's father. "I'm really sorry to hear that Ms Anna " I managed to say "It's been a long time ago, all water under the bridge. I can barely remember what it looked like anymore or the way that leads to it" She sighed, a sad smile on her face."What have you come to enjoy in this pack Ms Anna? The people seem really nice and wonderful" She chuckled, almost in mockery."In a place ruled by a ruthless Alpha , the people chose to live a life of hospitality. Things are hard on everyon
Joan's POV "Hurry up, we don't have time to waste" Ms Anna called out I packed the last of the baskets and hurried out of the cottage in time to meet up with Ms Anna."I'm sorry, I understand to check on the windows again" "I understand Joan but we can't be late for morning like this" I took a look at Ms Anna, she looked very pale and barely able to keep one leg after the other without slouching."Ms Anna, are you alright? " "I am alright child, as healthy as a bull!" She snapped I know she is lying but what could I do when she's not going to take a break from work?Ms Anna works so hard it's hard to keep up with her despite being younger than she was.I wondered if she lived her life like this, every day without breaks. It is only a matter of time before she breaks down with a fatal illness.."Ms Anna, I can handle the sales for today. You can go home and take a break" "What would I do at home? Sleep all day? Only the lazy do that, taking a break when they don't deserve one!"
Joan POV "Are you new here?"My heart skipped a beat, racing wildly in my chest as I turned slowly to look at him.He's about my height, golden brown hair and brown eyes that sparkle with delight.The awkwardness of our meeting…I am in the stream,without clothes! I was back from the morning sales and I craved some peace and quiet. Ms Anna seems to be out more often and I couldn't stay in the h0use all alone.It was hard getting used to a place where I wasn't abused everyday….Is this a bad thing? "I work for Ms Anna" He chuckled "Why so formal? She's your aunt after all" he got closer and I felt even more uncomfortable."Do you mind staying put?" "What?""I'm without clothes" I announced, feeling embarrassed.He laughs out loud " I look like a boy don't I?" I took another look at her and my chin coloured with embarrassment! I really thought she was a boy from first glance because she had her hair in a pixie cut."I want to take a swim too" She joins in and sighs in
Joan's POV A knock on the door and I was back to panic mode. I almost forgot about the pastries in the oven and that made me so scared , I could throw up! Now there's a knock on the door, Ms Anna barely has any visitors. "Who is it?"I asked quietly, thinking of ways to get out of this situation if it got worse."It's me Racheal " A sigh of relief washed over me, thank goodness! I pulled the door open, wondering where Ms Anna had gone so early in the morning."The festival is happening in an h0ur! What are you doing?!" Racheal walks into the house, uninvited "Good afternoon to you too" I muttered, shitting the door behind her. "What are you going to wear? Your shoes? You need to get ready!" "Why is this an emergency? What's so big a deal about this gathering anyway?" I asked, feeling drained from the panic of making sure the pastries turned out right. Asides that, the thought of parties was draining. I wasn't the type to party and getting ready for one was exhausting
Joan's POVI should have known Racheal was one of those people who love to dress up and doll up for some dumb event. If Ms Anna had not forced me into attending the ceremony,I would be glad to disappoint Rachel."What about this? What do you think?" Rachel asked as she showed me another dress from her wardrobe.She had decided to keep the appointment at her room and I was shocked to find out she lived alone with her brother.Or at least,so I thought.I really never asked if she lived alone."I sincerely do not care what I wear to the ceremony." /Why don't you go to the ceremony looking like a beggar then? I'm sure it would look amazing/Maya said in annoyance.Thanks a lot for being a pain in the ass smile even though I never asked for your opinion to begin with!I wasn't exactly in the best mood to party. I was going to spend the evening in bed, catching as much sleep as I can…"Come on! it's going to be fun! I told you that already. Don't you believe me?" Rachel said
Joan POV He wasn't so bad looking and he had this aurora around him that made me very uncomfortable. On a regular basis, the presence of an Alpha makes any sane person uncomfortable but what I felt as he walked by was fear not submission. Soon,he was out of sight and the party returned back to its full swing,like the Alpha had not just graced them with his presence.I believe I have had enough at the party and it's time I return back to the cottage.As much as Ms Anna tries to hide it, I could tell she was very ill. What if her illness got worse when I was away? I search rhe crowd for Racheal, hoping to let her know i was leaving to check up on Ms Anna.Just as I was about to give up, she came running towards me, grabbing my arm and we broke into a run.What is happening? I glanced over my shoulder and was even more confused when I saw no one following. "Wait!" I cried ,forcing her to syop after we were miles away from the party."Why are we running? What happen
Rex's POV "What do you mean you don't know where she is?" she snapped in annoyance Never have i seen my mother so upset or irritated in my life! I had successfully irritated her to the point that my very presence must have disgusted her."Your mate is nowhere to be found and you're telling ke, you don't know where she is?! " She adds, making sure to point out how ridiculous the whole situation seemed ."She ran away mother, she clearly doesn't want me " "I've met the young lady and I know she would have rejected you to your face if she wanted to" She went quiet suddenly and eues moved front the glass I held to her face in worry.Her health seemed to get worse by the passing day abd i was worried . I lost my father way back, I didn't want to lose my mother eurher.."Is this about Gwen?" She asked sharply "Mother…" "Did your mate run away because of Gwen? Answer me Rex!" She snapped The only one who dared to raise her voice on me was my mother, anyone who dare to
Joan's POV I searched everywhere for a medic but they all seem to have vanish into the thin air. Racheal wasn't home either and I couldn't ask her for help. I was starting to worry that I might not get a cure in time bit I remained calm, knowing that worrying would only cloud my judgement.The sun was starting to set when I asked an old lady where I could find a herbal store."You might have to go to the very edge of the market dear. An old man lives there, he'll get you all the herbs you need " "Thank you so much ma'am" i hurried to the direction she gave, arriv8ng just as he was abput to close the store."Good evening. Please I need something to make my aunt better…" "The store is closed" he groaned "Please! She has a fever and I'm worried it would get worse by morning" He sighed and returned back to the store where he picked up a few mixtures."One in the morning and another at night. She will be better by morning" "Thank ypu so much sir" "Ho home. Its dangerous to walk so