"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 farewell. Tears welled up, unbidden, as I buried my face in my arms, seeking solace in the familiar embrace of grief. Each tear that cascaded down my cheeks burned against my skin; a poignant reminder of the void left by her unreadable.
Amid my despair, the door swung open with a creak, piercing the silence. Startled, I looked up to find a figure standing before me. It was a male member of the pack, a mere messenger, it seemed. His presence only served to heighten the coldness in the room, his breath forming a misty exhale in the frigid air.
"You are required in the ballroom immediately," he stated curtly, his voice carrying a tone of authority. His gaze flickered towards a lady standing quietly behind him, her form enveloped in a shroud of mystery. She was draped in a flowing grey cloak, her scarf wrapped tightly around her neck as if to shield herself from the chill that permeated the castle. Her expression, though unreadable, held a sense of sombre duty.
Without a word, the messenger retreated, leaving me alone with this enigmatic woman. As she stepped forward, her presence seemed to fill the room, her eyes carrying a glimmer of compassion amidst the coldness that surrounded us. With a subtle bow, she beckoned me to follow her, her movements graceful yet imbued with a solemn determination.
"I'll lead the way," she spoke softly, her voice a delicate whisper that echoed in the cold atmosphere. The warmth of her touch gently settled on my waist, providing a fleeting sense of comfort against the icy backdrop. As we ventured through the dimly lit hallways, our breaths mingled with the chill, and the weight of uncertainty hung in the air, weaving an intricate dance of anticipation and apprehension.
"Why am I being summoned to the ballroom?" I couldn't contain my curiosity any longer, my inquisitive nature pushing me to seek answers. I turned my gaze towards the enigmatic woman who accompanied me, hoping she would provide some insight. Her eyes flickered towards me, a fleeting glimmer of amusement dancing within their depths before she responded.
"That, my dear, is something you shall discover for yourself," she replied, her voice tinged with a hint of mystery. Her lips subtly moistened, and her gaze momentarily dropped to my tail. It was a peculiar gesture, one that piqued my interest even further.
I couldn't help but press for more information. "What do you mean? Is there something special about my tail?" I asked, my eyes shifting to observe my seemingly ordinary appendage. I failed to see anything remarkable about it, yet the woman's reaction suggested otherwise.
Her hand instinctively rose to cover her mouth, her eyes widening in astonishment. "Oh, how fortunate you are," she exclaimed, her voice muffled by her palm. I couldn't help but feel a mix of confusion and intrigue. What was it about my tail that elicited such a response?
"You have no idea, do you?" she continued, her gaze fixed on me with a newfound intensity. "These colours hold great significance, dear. They tell a story, a tale of destiny and purpose." Her words hung in the air, laden with a weight I struggled to comprehend. I marvelled at the idea that my seemingly ordinary tail held hidden meaning.
As we walked down the dimly lit hallway, I noticed intricate statues adorning its sides. Each statue seemed to depict a different era, their intricate carvings revealing a glimpse into the past. Some bore the markings of the 19th century, while others hailed from the 18th. They stood as silent witnesses, guardians of history in this enigmatic castle
"Thank you for enlightening me, though I fail to see their relevance to me," I remarked, a faint smile tugging at the corners of my lips. I wagged my tail playfully, unaware of its deeper significance. To me, it had always been a simple appendage, nothing more.
As we approached the grand entrance to the main ballroom, a sense of anticipation surged within me. All around, eyes turned towards me, their gazes fixed in rapt attention. Whispers fluttered through the air like ethereal melodies, adding to the allure of the moment. It became evident that something extraordinary awaited me within those grand doors, and with each step I took, I could feel the weight of destiny settling upon my shoulders.
Standing amidst the ornate throne room, a sense of unease washed over me, intensified by the hushed whispers that permeated the air. The woman by my side remained a constant pillar of support, her gentle touch offering solace amidst the sea of unknown faces. Suddenly, a male figure emerged from the shadows, his piercing howl commanding the attention of the gathered audience. As the throne rotated, anticipation coursed through my veins, my heart pounding in my chest. With bated breath, I turned to face the unfolding scene before me, a cascade of suspense and uncertainty flooding my senses.
And it was not what I expected it to be.
"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
Alpha's POVMy breath wouldn't just fade away, neither will it sway a second. The thought of getting rejected I something that wouldn't leave my mind at all.It's like I am buried in the midst of what had happened. I couldn't just wrap my head through her behaviour, because it was so annoying to me.I feel like getting on her really hard anytime I get to meet her even with her nauseating behavior.She is a good person and I know it. That is the reason behind picking her over Akira, but now, I guess Akira is much better.I didn't expect to be rejected that way. I feel so bad having my thoughts wrap around endless annoying battle.'Something different..' even with her rejection and my trial to be so mean to her. I find myself trying to help her at every tons. There is something different about her and I could feel it in my bones, but I can't really say anything about what is actually wrong with me because why would I feel she is different in the first place.Just then, something flashe
Alpha's POVHearing that voice is something that got my legs wavering and turned my eyes bulging really out. I didn't expect that out of the blue, although it was impromptu. I turned my head to see where that is coming from, but I just couldn't get it."Did you hear that voice?" I asked her with my face sparking light."You didn't see grandpa?" She asked me with a finger point."Grandpa," I retorted with a long surprise on my face. I wasn't expecting to have him here already and immediately I turned to see.'He is really there..' I let out a heavy sigh that got my nostrils gnawing out a lot of air. "Why the huge surprise, grandpa!" I asked with a lot of tension streaming off my veins."Are you that surprised? I thought you have your ears and toes sniffing around," he said.I grind my teeth one to another and you my had to press my nose gently, sniffing some air, I said, "I have my ear around and that is true. But you are an insider and you know I can't monitor every of your steps, b
Akira's POV "Let me in..!" I have to shout at the top of my voice. I know they are just being mean to me. I could see it all over them, they are just so mean and devilish."Mam… please leave the Alpha's door," once of them politely expressed.I have my eyes run through their body one after the other. "I understand your point… but I want to see the Alpha," I insisted and continued to bang his door heavily.Not quite long, I could hear the door creak. I know immediately that the Alpha wants to show his face.I stepped back a little, waiting for the door to be opened. Opening up, "what is it that you want, Akira?" He asked immediately.Having his word as a slap on my face, I didn't mind. I looked at him eyeball to eyeball, "why are you ignoring me?" I asked.I noticed he removed his eyes from mine and had his hand rub his face. He licked his lips and then opened his mouth to speak."I have been busy, Akira. You know how Alpha could be…" he said.With his flimsy excuse, he wanted me to