Present time – IANNA’POV
Today is my 16th birthday, a day that should be celebrated in my life with a grand event. Not only because I am turning sixteen but because this is the day, I should be getting my wolf. Today I become an adult, I get to connect with the whole pack and be able to mind link with everyone.
Exciting, right? Not. I woke up today and did my daily chores in the hope that my mother would do something special for me today. That she will care enough and acknowledge that sixteen years ago today she had a baby girl, me.
Not only that but also because it’s my first day of high school. I have been homeschooled throughout primary school and now I get to be around other kids my age. Make friends and be normal, like everyone else in the pack.
I made breakfast and when I was done, I rushed to the closet, I called a room and took my bucket. I went to fill it with water then went to take a bath. I was humming as I washed myself, I was excited for many things today.
When I was done, I wore my uniform then took my backpack and rushed downstairs. I was hoping for a birthday cake or muffin then we do cake when I got back from school but there was nothing. Vaselissa and my mother were having breakfast.
I was hoping for a happy birthday but when I entered the kitchen my mother got up and kissed Lissa on the cheek then wished her a good day at school before leaving the kitchen. I was hurt but soon brushed those feelings off. This was my first day of school and I was not going to ruin it.
“Good morning, Lissa.” I greeted my sister and took a seat where my mother sat previously. “Why in the hell would this be a good morning when you have ruined my appetite? You seem to forget your place more and more these days.”
Well, I expected something like that from my sister. Lissa is like mom; she doesn’t like me at all. It’s like I have done something to offend her and yet, I did nothing to her. I know she blames me for not having a father. But I am used to it.
I did not respond to her and ate my breakfast. I kept looking at the time to make sure that I did not miss the bus. I didn’t want to be late to school on my first day. “Why are you not answering me?” Lissa snapped, annoyed when I didn’t answer her.
I opened my mouth to respond but she shut me up by raising her hand in my face stopping me. “On second thought, your voice is just going to make things worse for me, so, don’t say anything and don’t even look my direction at school. I don’t want you ruining things for me.”
I did not mind, I planned on making friends of my own when I got to school and then I won’t have to deal with Lissa. A car hooted outside, Lissa fixed herself and reapplied her lipstick before heading out. My sister is a beautiful girl, she is tall with long legs, long blond hair, a nice figure, and curves in the right places.
I on the other hand, am a short brunet with big bright green eyes, thunder thighs and a huge ass. And I still had five minutes before the bus arrived, I must hurry and stop envying my sister. I finished quickly then packed some bread and fruit for myself.
“That’s what you know how to do best, eat, and eat. Nothing else. Goddess! You are so useless.” I didn’t even see when my mother got to the kitchen. “Am sorry mom.” I quickly took my bag and rushed out before she could say something else mean to me.
I did not need that today; this day is supposed to bring me luck and everything positive.
I took a seat in the middle. There were only a few students on the bus, some from our pack and some from other surrounding packs. Am sure others drove to school, that was why it was only a few of us.
Everyone minded their own business, others on their phones, others with books opened while others conversed with those sitting next to them. I was okay with that; I was planning to get to know them at school and make some friends.
Soon, the bus arrived at school and my excitement peeked. I could not wait to get inside. The bus stopped and the students in front started getting off. I rushed off as well and when my feet hit the ground, I sighed feeling relieved and excited.
The day felt surreal, all this time I thought my mother was going to change her mind and tell me that I was not going and that I would continue being homeschooled, but she didn’t, and I am happy. I looked around and saw people standing in groups. With a smile on my face, I walked forward.
But something strange happened, when I got to the other students, they moved away making way for me to pass. I thought they were thoughtful or that they were just staring because I was a new student.
I didn’t mind them. I went to the office and got my class schedule then headed to my class. When I got inside there were still a few students inside as others were still outside talking to their friends. I could not wait to be one of them.
I took a seat in front. The bell rang and everyone got inside. People avoided sitting in front, they all piled up at the back others took seats on the desks on the sides but far from me, but I still didn’t mind. Everyone had the right to sit where they wanted to.
The teacher came in and started the lesson. I raised my hand to answer the question and I heard someone at the back say, “Curse.” As they coughed. Mr. Williams stopped and asked. “What did you say Luka?”
The guy Luka was sitting at the back surrounded by many girls. “I was just coughing sir; I think I am coming down with a cold.” I doubted what I heard when he said that. “You should see a nurse then if that is the case.” Mr. Williams said.
“No sir, I am fine, really, please continue with the lesson.” The girls he was sitting with giggled on the side and I wondered if I answered the question wrong. The lesson continued without any hiccups and other classes after that. Soon it was time for lunch. I headed to the cafeteria to get myself something to drink and when I entered silence fell and I felt like everyone was looking at me.
That was not possible, right? I was the new student so there was no way they were looking at me. I ignored them and went to get myself the juice and a muffin. I finished paying and just as I turned around someone bumped into me, and my things fell to the ground.
“Watch where you are going, you fucking curse. Or do you want to give me some of your curse?” Everyone erupted into laughter. My heart started beating fast and my hands shook. I tried to get away from there but someone else pushed me.
I stumbled and before I could regain my balance someone else pushed me and I fell on the ground. “Where do you think you are going near me? You belong right where you are, on the ground where you won’t spread your curse around.”
Right then I knew that Lissa told everyone in school about the curse, I had forgotten about that, I knew my life was going to change today but not like this.
More and more insults kept coming as I sat there taking them all. But I did not let my tears fall. “That’s enough!” I heard the most intoxicating voice ever reprimanding the other students. When I looked up, the most handsome boy stood in front of me with his hand extended to me.
Everyone around us disappeared and it was only the two of us remained. At least it felt that way. I took his hand and got up. It was Jayden, the alpha’s son who helped me. He held my hand a while longer. “Jayden, what are you doing touching the cursed child, do you want the whole pack and you the alpha’s son to be affected by her curse?”
It was Lissa who said that, then I got back to reality when Jayden quickly let go of my hand like he was holding a hot potato. Everyone started laughing and others cursing at me.
I could not take it anymore and so I ran. All the way out of the school and into the woods. My heart was broken, and I just wanted to get away from everyone. When I thought I was far enough I stopped trying to catch my breath.
But then something unexpected happened, a voice came out of nowhere and spoke. "Are you ready? Your wolf is coming now." I looked around but before I could assess my surroundings any further, an excruciating pain hit me, and I doubled over and fell on the ground.
IANNA’S POVI muffled my cries trying not to make too much noise, but the pain was too much. Bones cracked and twisted in different directions. It was so painful that I cried out in pain. I knew shifting for the first time was painful, but I didn’t know it was this painful.I wished I had my mother or father by my side to help ease the pain. It was too much that I was sure I was going to die in that forest, and no one would know. After what felt like forever with me reeling in pain and crying the pain stopped.I fell to the ground feeling exhausted, I closed my eyes wanting to take a nap. But before I could do that, I heard a voice in my head. “Hello Ianna, my name is Sandra, your wolf.” A smile crept into my face.I had a wolf, at least one good thing happened to me today. I had my wolf. I got up excited and Sandra laughed. “It’s good to see you are excited to meet me, do you want to see want we look like in wolf form?”The excitement I felt when she said that was unimaginable. “I wo
IANNA’S POVThat evening I tried to distract myself from the pain by doing my homework and reading. But that did not help, of course, because when pain and depression hit you, it is hard to just ignore.The truth is that I was in pain, as much as I don’t blame my mother and my sister for what they doing to me. it doesn’t mean it doesn’t hurt. It hurts more than anything in this world being hurt by those who were supposed to protect you.Lissa was my older sister, and she was supposed to care and stand up for me when others bully me. But she is the one who starts the bullying. I don’t want to blame her either, she learned to treat me that way from our dear mother.She was the one who was supposed to teach Lissa about sister love but instead she taught her how to lie, deceive and hate. Yet, I am the one being called the curse. Sometimes I wonder if she is my real mother.But then again if she is not then who could my mother be? I did not just appear out of thin air, I was made by people
IANNA’S POVI did not go back to class for the rest of the day, I stayed in the bathroom with my thoughts. No one wanted me there anyway; they all resented me for something they had no proof of. It would make their lives easier if I did not exist. So today, I will not exist.I was tired as well and needed a break from all the cruelty. Sitting in that bathroom for hours listening to girls gossip as they came in and out. I was the main subject of their gossip of course and the new girl no one knew.Pamela the girl who made me bleed was worried that the new girl might snatch Luka away from her. She did not like the way Luka was looking at her. I wonder why she would blame the poor girl and not Luka who was looking at her.Just before lunch time, I left the bathroom. I knew it was going to be filled with students and I will no longer have the peace I had. I left and went to sit on the football field. I was hungry but I woke up late and did not pack any lunch.“You are a difficult girl to
IANNA’S POVIn class Christina and I shocked everyone when we got back together. Sat together, talking and laughing. The last class was enjoyable and for the first time since I started school. It wasn’t all that bad.After school Christina and I waited for her driver to pick her up then I rushed to the woods. I shifted into my wolf form and went for a run. I ran and ran then when I was tired. I went and wore my clothes then walked home.I knew my mother was going to be angry and scold me, but I didn’t care. I was happy and nothing she could say to me today will take that away from me. “Keep it that way Ianna and all will be alright.” I stopped in my tracks and smiled hearing my wolf.“Hello Sandra, its good to hear from you today.” She chuckled. “Oh, I could not possibly intrude, you were having so much fun with your new friend.” I smiled. “Can you believe it, someone wants to be my friend, she did not care about all the things they said to me. She even stood up for me with Lissa.”I
IANNA’S POVMy heart broke when I saw that, I never meant to make her cry, Goddess, she has been good to me and yet now she was starting the day with tears because of me. “Oh, Ianna, I don’t know how you do it, you are so strong my friend. I don’t think I can bear any of this.”I sighed. “I bear it because I am used to it, now, let’s go to class.” She helped me fix myself and then we walked to class. When we walked in the teacher stopped and all eyes were on us.“It’s not even a week and already you are getting Christina into trouble Ianna. What exactly do you want to see happen before you understand that your presence in other’s lives is nothing but a curse?” Mrs. Laurence said.Before I could answer Christina answered first. “She did nothing wrong mam, I was the one who was feeling unwell, and she was only helping me.” Mrs. Laurence gestured for us to sit while saying under her breath. “She will be the end of you if you are not careful.”I heard her and so did Christina, but we said
IANNA’S POV“It’s time to go now, my friend.” Christina said looking breath taking in her nude dress. It sat perfectly on her curves and blended perfectly with her skin tone. “You look beautiful Christina.” She smiled at me.We walked out of my room and down the stairs. My mother was the first person to see us coming from the front door. Maybe she just sent Lissa off. “Well, I hope you know what you are doing borrowing this girl your clothes.” She looks me up and down.“Dressing up a pig will not stop it from being a pig. Remember when you lay with dogs you get up with fleas.” What she meant was that I was like a flea who transmits disease through my bite including plague.In plain English my mother was calling me a plague that was going to infect my friend if she was not careful. “Sometimes pigs and dogs are useful.” Christina said then pulled me by my arm out of the house.She then turned to me. “Please tell me that is not your mother.” I sighed. “She is my mother, but don’t blame h
IANNA’S POV“We can leave if you no longer feel like staying.” Christina my good friend said. “No, we came here to have fun and not find mates who don’t know what they want. So, let’s go have fun.” She gave the widest smile ever and I smiled back.She took my hand, and we walked back to the bonfire. There were many others around the fire laughing, talking, and drinking. I smiled feeling like I could have fun after all and forget about what happened with Jeyden.What matters is that he did not reject me, maybe because he was with Lissa that he could not say anything. We still had time. We went and stood by the others but just as we were starting to get comfortable Lissa yelled.“Ianna, why are you still here?” At that moment, the fire suddenly went out and it was pitch black. At this point, the others started to complain, "Sure enough, Ianna you are such a disaster! Such bad luck who can even put out fires just by appearing, what a devil."I was devastated and couldn't take the humilia
IANNA’POVWell, for starters, no one knew where I was, not that my mother or sister would care. But Christina would, she would not leave that party without knowing where I went. I don’t want her to worry and blame herself for bringing me to the party.“I have a friend who is waiting for me back at the party, she will be worried if I don’t show up soon. I left without telling her anything because I wanted to be alone for a while.” He nodded.“Let’s go then but I hope to see your again tomorrow with your training clothes.” I nodded looking away from him. Damn it, I think I should stay away from men, its quite clear that I cannot handle being around them.“Pay attention now, I don’t want you getting lost and not finding this place when you want to come back.” he was right, I started looking around as we walked and taking note of everything.When we got close, I saw thick black smoke and I knew we have arrived. He stopped walking, “I think you can find your way from here.” I nodded “I can