LUNA POV
Two weeks after my brother died, I found myself walking in the downtown area of Ashland, and I'm on my way to the public library. I love the month of April. The cold and breezy temperature is perfect.
Walking, I saw a cafe that was Elli's favorite cafe. The flower shop on the opposite road is still there, I worked there last year. I saw a group of men staring at me, the hell did I care.
As I crossed the street, I felt uncomfortable. It is like a pair of eyes are looking at me. I looked around, and well, everything was just fine. Maybe it was just a piece of imagination.
I arrived at the public library. There were just one or two people inside. The "Keep quiet" sign welcomes me. I turned around to see Mrs. Fox waving at me. She is so nice and friendly. She is the librarian and she always welcomes me with a smile. She would love to touch my face as if she was the happiest person every time our path crossed. She told me that I am like a daughter to her.
"Hey, pretty lady, so nice to see you today. What book are you looking for?” she whispered.
"Hi Mrs. Fox, well, do you have these books about the different moon phenomena? I badly need it. I promised to help Elli in her research. She is very stubborn. I told her to be serious in her studies, but well, can you show the books?" I sighed.
"Sure my dear, this way. We have lots like the phases phenomenon book 1, the best space and Astronomy books. You can just choose dear"
"Thank you, Mrs. Fox" as I ran my fingers to the books in front of me.
I got one book as Mrs. Fox left to attend to someone who had just come into the library.
The books here are all great, I wish Elli will arrive soon so we can begin with her research.
As I open the pages of the book, I was amazed to see the beauty of the moon in the pictures. I've always felt the connection whenever I see the full moon. I've always felt happy whenever I see the moon. I smile as I read some texts in the book.
I checked my phone to see if Elli texted, but to my surprise, she doesn't have any text messages. My goodness! Where the hell she is? I almost shouted but I remember, I was inside the library.
As I read the book while waiting for my best friend to give her a special award for being late, I felt the uncomfortable feeling again.
I can sense someone is looking at me. I tried to look around but I saw none.
"Oh, Luna Murphy, this is another imagination". I told myself.
I was about to turn around when a cold hand touches my arm. I almost shout when another hand covered my mouth.
I was in great fear that I just close my eyes.
Suddenly, someone whispered in my ears, "Sorry, I was late, my alarm wasn't working".
I turned to see and oh, my god, I almost slap her.
"Elli!"
Shhhhh! quiet Luna, we are not allowed to make noise. She almost mumbles.
"You scare me, Elli, what the hell!"
She giggles while looking at the books on the table.
"Well, let's just start. I was able to find some good topics here about the different phenomena of the moon. I think this one is great".
"Wait, Luna", she interrupted.
"Have you heard about the Pink Moon? It was happening this April."
I suddenly remember one of the articles I came across a few months ago.
"Yeah, I think. Well, what about the Pink Moon?" I asked.
"My dad told me that Pink moon is the first full moon of spring, and the name derives from a pink flower called phlox "subulata" that blooms in spring in North America." she confidently says.
"Well, that was nice and...."
She interrupted again, "But there was a mystery behind the pink moon. Do you know werewolves? This is the time that they will find their mate. Their fated mate. Male werewolves need to find their mate as the Pink Moon will be visible in the sky and, ahm, well that was It." she gave me another naughty smile.
"Alright, you know a lot about the pink moon, that was great so, what do we do next? Find your imaginary werewolves and take a selfy with them?" I laughed.
She gave me a funny smile and showed me her phone.
"What was that?" I looked curiously at a text message.
"Damon invited me to his house today because his parents are on a business trip and I need to go there now because you know" she blushed.
"Ok fine Elli, you may go, and you just wasted my time today" with my angry face.
"Sorry Luna, I promise to give more time to my research next time, and I will send you your favorite pineapple pizza tomorrow". She gave a puppy smile this time.
"Elli Miller, you oh well never mind".
We were the best of friends since we were in high school. She is there in my ups and downs. I love to help her with her homework. I sometimes do her homework. Well, she knows how to convince me. She is a campus playgirl. Every month sometimes weeks, she will have a new toy. She calls her boyfriend’s her toys. I love her like a sister, she always gives me moral support in everything I do. A few months ago, she tried to convince me to meet a boy. She believes that at the age of 22, I should have my first boyfriend whom I will surrender my virginity. But I did not mind. I don't have time for this bullshit she wants me to do.
It was eight in the evening now, and I found myself browsing the internet looking for a job. Now that I am alone in life, I badly need to find a living. My brother left money for me, but then it was not enough. I'm yawning now. I think it is time to sleep.
I opened my eyes again as I heard a howling sound from the outside.
I was a little nervous as I tried to open my window to see what was happening.
I was surprised as I looked up at the sky. The moon was so bright and round. It was the usual golden color near the horizon and fade to a bright white as it glided overhead. I didn't know any phenomenon tonight.
As I closed the window, I heard sounds downstairs. I remember my cat Peebee. I left him downstairs. Well, for sure I left him downstairs because he was not here in my bed.
I reached for my flashlight and open my bedroom door.
There I saw Peebee peacefully sleeping next to the floor mat.
I just smiled as I realized how cute Peebee was. I locked my bedroom door so I can peacefully sleep too.
Just as I turned to my bed, I saw a man standing in the corner of my room. And shit! He was naked.
LUNA POVI was so shocked. My body froze. The light in my room was close. I can only see his figure with the help of the moonlight coming from my window."Who are you?" my voice is trembling.I cannot move. I froze where I was standing.He slowly walked closer. I cannot see his face completely but I know he was handsome. He has a muscular and well-defined body shape.His fingers started tracing my cheeks to my lips. His face is closer now."I've searched for you, now I finally found you." his husky voice made me shiver.I need to run away from him but my body doesn't want to move. It is as if, he has full control over my body. I started to feel a different kind of sensation as he started to touch my waist.He coaxed my mouth open with the tip of his tongue, I melted against him.He held me tight, I chuckled at his eagerness.God, I am starting to love what this stranger is doing. I don't have any
LUNA POVI received his message with the address. I don't know the place. I just ask the taxicab driver to bring me to the place. There were drums inside my chest just by thinking of my best friend. Is she in danger?I arrived at the said address. From the road, I walked for a few minutes until I reached an abandoned house. The house looks creepy like the ones I saw in horror movies. It was surrounded by dead trees and plants.The windows are dark.I tried to open the door and I hate its creaking sound.On the inside, the things are filled with dust and cobwebs."Hello, Elli?" my voice echoed. I think there was no one here.I heard a sound, but to my surprise, it was just a rat.My blood started to run cold as I tried to look around the house. I am alone.I heard noises outside. I think it was the sound of snapping twigs. I looked over the window and saw someone standing
LUNA POVAs the door opened, I was amazed to see the most handsome man I've ever seen in my life wearing a blue robe.My eyes met his face. Tanned to perfection, his almost black eyes look at me with no mercy. His chiseled jawline looks like it could cut through anything, and it looks like the gods sculpted his face."Glad that you are awake, Miss" his voice is deep."Yes," I can feel my face blushing.He stepped closer, allowing me to scan his broad chest and I can tell beneath his clothing that he has a much toned muscular body."Who are you? How did I get here?" I asked him."My name is Hector. I found you in the middle of the woods unconscious." his face is serious. I wonder if he can smile sometimes. His name is Hector. I remember a while ago how a woman moans for his name.Then I heard a woman's voice from his back."Oh, your little visitor is awake, glad to see that you are fine. Maybe we can continue now Hector w
LUNA POVI never thought this day would come when I would meet a stranger who could also be a handsome kidnapper and now planning to claim my body.He stared at me like I was his prey, and he was ready to take me. I wasn't prepared for this but I can't do anything now. I must face the reality that this will be the day that I will surrender my virginity to this man in front of me.I felt the sweat on my forehead. This might not be right, but I can feel the excitement that builds within me. Butterflies start to dominate my stomach. He lowered his face closer to my ear and whispered."Don't try to escape from me. I will not hesitate to kill you, understand?" his husky voice sounds creepy this time.His hand balled into a fist and punched the pillow beside me.He left me with no words in the bed as he slammed the door.I was open-mouthed while looking at the ceiling. Is he really serious about killing me?I inhaled and then e
LUNA POVI still can't believe what I saw, Hector with serious wounds on his body. I heard them mentioning Hector's brothers. Maybe he had a problem with his family which caused them to fight and try to kill each other.I wrapped around the blanket in my body. I felt a shiver down to my spines. As I hug myself with the blanket around me, the door opened.My jaw dropped to see Hector standing and his eyes locked on me as he walked across the room.I examined his body to see nothing. No wounds, no blood. What the hell? How did that happen? The wounds were healed."It seems that you are looking at a ghost," I saw him grimace.I just turned and looked away."Get yourself ready, we are leaving tomorrow morning". As he stepped out of the room.I gave him a confused look.I was lost for words. Where will he bring me? Is he going to kill me?Eight in the morning the next day, we are in his car driving to an
LUNA POVMy eyes went wide as I closed my mouth. Is this a dream or I am getting crazy? Two wolves in front of me turned into two beautiful men and of course, they are naked too."Please don't kill me. I want to live". I begged."I'm Stefan, don't worry we're not yet hungry," one of the men said as he laughed like something was very funny."I and Francis were Hector's friends. I think we should not waste time. Our car is on the road. We need to hurry. “He gave me a friendly smile.I tried to take a step back only to find out that my knees were wounded, and it hurt so much.How could I ever run away and escape if I can't even walk properly?I saw Hector approach, and in an instant, he pulled me up and carried me into a bridal position."Hector, what are you doing? Bring me down!" I shouted.But I got no reply. He started to walk and there was nothing I can do.For almost two hours I spent in a car together wi
LUNA POVI could hardly open my eyes. I tried to open my heavy eyelids and focus on my surroundings. It took me a minute to register what had happened. I remember I was in the bathroom when I heard a voice speaking in my mind. There was an eerie sound, and my head ached so badly. Hector came in and he saw me naked. My face flushed red. I want to hide forever.I tried to push myself up. I saw the window open, it was pitch black outside, but the moonlight helped me make a thick wall of pine trees."You need to rest," I almost yelp when I heard someone from the corner of the room.Hector turned on the light next to him. He was sitting on a couch looking straight at me. How long has he been there?"Are you feeling better?" He asked."Yes, a little better now." I was so shy to look at him."Hector, why am I here?" The anger and sadness I felt were overbearing and I just wanted to go home.I felt a hot liquid flowing from my face as
LUNA POVAs I took a deep breath, I watched how to sun came down the horizon. It was blazing with fabulous colors but producing no warmth. It was the last gasp of beauty before night.I remembered when I was a child, Dad brought us to a seashore to witness the sunset. Tristan and I would love to play on the sand while watching the sun turns orange sometimes crimson red. I miss Dad and Tristan so much. At that time I just wanted to stop the time and capture those beautiful moments. Maybe I don't know the meaning of enjoyment but I think for me seeing this sunset is the real sense of enjoyment.Right now, I want to go home. I want to see our house and Peebee my cat. I want to call Mr. Miller to ask if he found Elli. But how can I possibly do that? I don't know where I am. I don't even know how to escape from here. I remember how furious the werewolves who attacked us last time were. I am just a human with no powers and strength to fight them or even protect myself