THREE YEARS LATER…
DELSANRA
The bell rang signalling the end of my final lecture! This was it; I was done for the year! One more year left and I’d have my degree. I rushed through the hall, a guy from one of my lectures jumped aside to not knock into me, resulting in his books going flying.
"Watch it snow!" He shouted
"See ya next year, Louis!" I shouted back.
"See ya…" He grumbled.
Rushing through the open doors that led to the front of the building, I skidded to a stop, smiling as the sun hit my face. My waist-length hair blew around me, and I closed my eyes for a moment, relishing it and the scent of my mate. I opened my eyes; he was always here, ready to take me home.
"Causing trouble in the halls again, babe?" Raihana asked.
I smiled at her. She looked as good as ever, in leather pants and a tunic, I could see her tiny baby bump. She was already two months along and had another four to go, but the pup was growing w
RAYHAN I had been itching to see my kitten all afternoon, but Mom, Ri and Kia refused to let me. "The documents and passports are here… and your stuff is all packed." Rose said to me, holding out an envelope. She was dressed in a green evening gown. "Thanks." I said to her. She gave me a smile before lifting their two-year-old son, Shane, that they had via surrogacy. "Hey kiddo." I said, ruffling his blond locks. He looked a lot like his mummy. Lola came over, wrapping her arms around her mate and kissing her lips. "Rayhan, go get Delsanra, and then both of you make your way outside." Mom said, she was dressed in a dusky blue gown with sequins all over it, with a slit and ruffled sleeves. I was glad as the years went by she returned more to her usual self. Although I know losing Dad was hardest on her and still affected her. "Looking good, Mom." She gave me a smile, "Thank you, ya Hayati." She said softly, cuppi
SIX YEARS AGO… DELSANRA "Don’t just stand there, you stupid little bitch!" A sharp slap snapped my face to the left as my stepmother Elinai looked at me with resentment in her eyes, wiping her hand on her dress as if she had just touched something filthy. "Sorry." I replied quietly, it was the norm for me. I dropped to my knees and picked up the cloth that I had been wiping the floor with. "Don’t speak back! You filth!" She sounded disgusted, kicking me sharply in the ribs before she walked away. I clenched my teeth, biting back the hiss of pain, gingerly touching my ribs with my free hand. It still hurt from the last beating at the hands of my stepbrother, Dawson. Just do your chores, stay out of sight, and it will be ok. It was all that kept me going. My hands were purple from the cold, they felt itchy and raw thanks to the detergent in the washing water; I wasn’t allowed gloves after all.
CURRENT DAY DELSANRA "Please Horace, can’t you fit me in for a few more hours?" I asked pleadingly, glancing towards the open door to the diner. The warm glow and chatter of people having a good time on a Friday night created a pleasant buzz. He looked down at me, his beefy body bulging in his poorly fitted suit and his pale blue eyes running over my body. I felt repulsed but kept my face emotionless. "You know, doll, there are other ways to earn well... I’m willing to pay a good number." He rasped. I pursed my lip. Yeah right, as if I’d ever let this beef burger and his sausage anywhere near me. "Horace, aren’t you married?" I asked, trying not to glare at the man before me. He’s your boss, Del. Remember that. "Jill doesn’t need to know anything." He murmured, brushing a strand of my white hair off my face. I tried not to cringe when his stale, smoky breath hit my face. "You’re a pretty little thing, Ana, I’m sure anyo
RAYHANThe sound of women laughing filled the room. All I could see was white mist and dazzling golden light.Where was I?"I agreed to your condition years ago when I created that bond. At least you are able to admit that your children are going down a dark path." A voice so deep and melodious spoke. It sounded soothing, majestic and something about it made me want to yield to it."Yours are not all innocents. This condition will do us both good. Let us see if they are able to pass this test." This voice was more… magical. It felt like a whisper in the wind, yet held something alluring beneath…"It is done, under the power of the blood moon… Will they unite their kind or break this sacred bond? Only time will tell, my children love deeply."Another melodious laugh followed, then suddenly everything was dark.I was on that cliff edge once again. It was darker than the last time.I knew this was a dream, a d
RAYHANTen minutes later, I was out in the cold, wet streets. As a werewolf I didn’t really feel the chill, we were pretty hot-blooded. Lost in thought, I let my feet carry me and soon I realised I was in a quieter area. I saw a group of men standing against the wall, sniffing drugs and smoking. The smell made me want to wrinkle my nose. "Pretty boy looks loaded… Shall we rough him up?" One of them muttered. "Too stupid to be out here… Those clothes are fucking branded mate, I swear…" "His boots alone are fucking gold mines." Oh, you better not pick a fight with me… I might look like a rich dude, but I could take them all with one hand tied behind my back. I really didn’t want to. I frowned, actually I did want to have some fun. A smirk crossed my face as I carried on walking, hands in my pocket. They really were asking for it… They b
DELSANRA "Hidden in plain sight… You have done well to stay under the radar. To think, we were passing through here by accident." I turned to look at the witch, who had black hair and piercing green eyes, wearing a black cloak. The man wore a leather jacket, with a badge on his left upper arm that consisted of a black six-pointed star on a blood-red background. I knew who he was. A high knight of the coven, a son of a powerful witch. Something Dawson had been training to become years ago. I didn’t recognise either of the two, but they were both strong. When the knight project was established, I knew they were laying the groundwork for the formation of a powerful army. I stepped back. It was too late to play dumb. They somehow knew who I was… How though? "You can drop the dumb act. She's rather pretty for a cursed one, don't you think?" Muttered the man. He took something out of his pocket, and I frowned at what looked like papers with
RAYHAN I awoke to the sound of running water, I sat up feeling the pain in my body. What the fuck had happened? Where was she? Was she ok? I calmed down when I smelt her scent, it surrounded me strongly. This was her place; I don’t know how, but she had brought me here. I smiled slightly. That was sweet of her. Why were witches after her? And after witnessing all that, why did she bring me here? I wasn’t sure what it was, but there was more to her. I looked around her place, it was tiny. The small bed took up a quarter of the room. To one side were some boxes and a faded suitcase. There was a small kitchen cupboard with a sink fitted. A table next to it held a portable cooker and a kettle. Under the table was a box of cereal, a loaf of bread and a few other tins. There was a small mini-fridge on the floor next to the table. On the opposite wall was a chair that was holding a few ironed items of clothing, and I saw that just underneath it stood an iron.
DELSANRA He was confusing me. Why did I feel like my words had hurt him? The guilt and regret in those eyes… I looked away to keep myself composed. Maybe if I just told him, he’d leave. "Ok... back up a little." I said, placing my hands on his arms. He really was built… I firmly pushed him back, feeling the muscle under my fingers. His stormy grey eyes met mine and I didn’t miss how his gaze dipped to my lips. That was confusing me too. Surely someone as handsome as him had a line of women waiting for him, not to mention that he stated that earlier. He finally stepped back but it looked like it had been hard for him to do so. I took a deep breath, "How about you go clean up? I’ll make some coffee…" I said. I just needed a moment. I was relieved when he nodded and walked to the bathroom. I opened the fridge and prayed I had enough milk for two mugs of coffee. I really needed it after how tonight went. Nope… Oh we