I had no idea where I was headed but North seemed like the right place to go, so North I went.
Far away from the Southlands of the raging Flame Pack where I would never have to lay sight of the people who had caused me pain again. Why was I fleeing? I wondered that, I should be seeking revenge, trying to find out the truth behind my Father's death but I did nothing of the sort, not because I had no desire to but because I knew exactly what lay behind it. I could not possibly walk up to Alpha Blake and demand the truth from him right? He would kill me and my Father's effort to preserve my life would have been in vain. During the length of my journey, I rode in a horse-drawn carriage, the only mode of transportation available to the lower class in the advent of time when automobiles were starting to gain prominence. It was available only to the upper echelons of society, one I once belonged to. "Where's the largest Pack up North?" I leaned forward to ask the driver, a male Omega Sam had located to take me wherever I wanted to go. I owed her a lot, not just for creating a chance for me to leave the Raging Flame Pack but also for the small pouch of coins in my pocket. "We are approaching Twilight City, it's home to the largest wolf Pack," Mark replied. He was an indigenous wolf of the raging flame Pack just like I was but hadn't shunned me when Sam approached him for help. Many would wonder where he had gone since we had crept away in the dead of night but he had still agreed to. According to him, he owed my Father one and this was the only way he could repay him. "Twilight City," I mumbled, falling back in my seat. I had heard of it, or more specifically the tales that were woven around the existence of its leader, 'the Grim Wolf' He was possibly the strongest Alpha to exist and the most feared, his Pack was the most flourishing Pack as well, but that was all I knew about him. Mark seemed to sense my worry because he turned to glance back at me, "This is the farthest I've travelled so I know little about this Pack but there shouldn't be anything to worry about. You aren't trespassing on rogue territory and I know a few wolves who moved to the Northern lands." "Really?" I asked uncertainly. "Of course, they didn't report anything bad so it should be fine." "I'm still worried about leaving you alone though," He added, a hint of worry in his tone. "I understand, you have to head back soon." This was already considered enough repayment, I could not possibly ask him to do more. It would not be long before the others noticed he was missing and if they found out he had helped me, I could only imagine what they would do to him. "I think the Twilight City will be your best bet, it's a large Pack so no one will pay you any attention." "I hope so," I nodded in agreement, that was exactly what I wanted, to make myself barely noticeable and just live a quiet life. We soon came upon a fork, where the path divided into two and Mark pulled the carriage to a stop, "This is the farthest I can go with you, the city is right ahead." Quickly, I grabbed the small leather bag on the seat next to me that contained the necessities Sam had stuffed into it for me then slid down and adjusted my clothes. "Thank you, Mark, I will never forget this," I mumbled gratefully. "It's nothing, call on me anytime you need my help, I will do my best to assist you." I exhaled then nodded in reply, strapping the bag on my shoulder. Mark took his seat in front of the carriage again and grabbed the reins, ready to leave. "Miss Maya," He called out and my feet stilled as I turned to face him. "Don't let the hurtful words and actions from the past weigh on your mind. You have a new chance to craft a beautiful life for yourself, seize it." His words were said solemnly and my throat clogged with tears that I pushed back. "Thank you for your kindness," I sniffed while nodding then returned his encouraging smile with a smile of my own. I watched him leave, dust kicking up in his wake. With a loud sigh, I turned to continue the rest of my journey alone. Just like Mark described, I came upon the Twilight Pack in about an hour, the sight of the city made me stop, transfixed to a spot in awe as I silently took it all in. The cobbled streets echoed with the noisy chatter of people and different aromas wafted together in the air. It was a large city, completely different from my Pack with huge stone walls, wrought iron balconies and a bustling marketplace. Slowly, I made my way forward, sifting through the clamour and commerce to locate a place I could stay for the night. "This is perfect," I mumbled with my gaze roaming around the numerous Pack wolves of different age ranges and genders who didn't seem to even notice my presence. In a narrow alley that snaked between two looming buildings, I finally found a boarding room. 'Peace abode,' The white-washed sign at the entrance read. "Let's hope I find peace here," I let out a dry chuckle and then made my way in. The doorbell rang with a loud chime when I walked in, a chubby female with mousy brown hair sat behind the counter and she glanced up when I walked in. With a scrutinising gaze, she assessed me, possibly judging my appearance and then her eyes widened, "What are you doing here?" What did she mean what was I doing here?"Do you know me?" I blinked in confusion at her."You should leave before the guards get to you," She completely disregarded my question and left me with those words before going back to whatever she was doing behind the counter."What guard?" I asked, still confused. "I'm here to get a room, how much for a month's stay?" I asked, beginning to take out my pouch.A month was enough time for me to get a footing here until the money Sam gave me ran out."I told you to leave," The woman responded harshly instead, shooting me a cold look that left me baffled.What was wrong with her? This was our first interaction, right?Silently, I exhaled and then bent over to pick up my bag.It was fine if she was not willing to rent out a room to me, but why be so harsh about it?I looked over my shoulders at her again as I made my way out, biting my lips grievously.It all happened so fast, I had barely made my way out
"It's Comet night, summon your excitement." I tugged boisterously on Sam's arm, my eyes lit up with a smile just like the starry night sky few feets from my view."I really don't get why you're so excited, you could get your hopes dashed just like mine." Sam pointed out, a blank expression on her face."Sam! Don't say that." I pouted, my smile widening even further.To werewolves of other pack, it was just a regularly seen night when the moon was at its peak and werewolves at their strongest but it was a special night for me and every other werewolf of the Raging Flame pack that was as excited as I was.My dream of getting married to Shawn and being the Luna once he succeeded the Alpha was finally happening."You should not be so pessimistic, I just know things will go well." A smile crossed my lips and I patted my chest confidently.Sam glanced at my reflection through the mirror then kept on brushing my hair, "I hope it does to
"That's enough!" Alpha Blake's voice thundered loudly and a hush fell over the crowd.His face was stern and I shivered when his gaze passed over me.My Father on the other hand looked worried but he still smiled comfortingly at me, "It'll be fine." He mouthed softly and I felt myself relax.Right, I may have turned out different and disrupted the Pack's special traits but it didn't matter.Dad was here and so was Shawn, they would keep me safe."We may have just witnessed a never before seen occurrence but I believe there is no reason to fret. The rituals will proceed as planned..." Alpha Blake stopped speaking when someone interjected him and glanced disapprovingly at Shawn who had interrupted him."Will Maya still partake in the mating ritual?" Shawn asked, making me glance hopefully at him.Sure enough, he was still thinking of me in this situation.Alpha Blake went silent, seemingly deep in thought before n
My steps were brisk and soon I found myself before a cottage."Rhea, Get out here!" I yelled loudly, my hands wrapped tightly around the doorknob, it was locked.I felt a pull from the inside and let go, my lips pursed in anger."Maya!" Mrs Landon seemed pleasantly surprised to see me and she let me in quickly."How did the mating ritual go?" She asked curiously, gesturing for me to sit, I didn't."Where's Rhea?" I ignored her question and asked, I couldn't be nice to her, not after what her daughter had just done to me."Rhea? I thought the both of you would be out together, she hasn't returned. Is something wrong?" It seemed she finally noticed something unusual about my look."I will take my leave now." I stood up to continue my search for the two wolves who had betrayed me.That was a fancy way of describing the awful pain I was feeling right now.I checked everywhere, everywhere I thought Rhea and
"Have her thrown into the dungeons," Alpha Blake's tone was icy and aggressive, daring anyone to raise a voice in protest.All of the present Pack wolves cowered in submission at the sound of his voice and those standing close to me took quick, subtle steps backwards so they would not be dragged down with me."Get this out of my sight too!" He barked orders, kicking my Father's lifeless body to the side.His face held no remorse or pity and was unyielding with his determination to mete out appropriate punishment to whoever he deemed a threat to his authority."No, please, don't," I lurched forward and covered my Father's body with mine. "At least let me bury him. He spent a lifetime serving you, please consider that and allow me to perform the necessary rites." I begged, my voice choking with the grief that was shattering my heart into a thousand pieces.Alpha Blake was never affectionate, he was far from it but I viewed him as an uncle b
Light seeped in through the small window of the cell, its rays falling upon my face and providing a little bit of warmth that did nothing to thaw my frozen heart.I gathered my dress around me, trying to cover myself up even more with the tattered and torn fabric.Stretching my arms out in front of me to shield my face from the light, my thoughts began to wander."Why can't I feel you?" I exhaled loudly, It had been days since my first turning but I still had not felt a connection to my wolf.According to what I had been schooled on, we were one entity but currently, I was as lonely as a fish on land and I hated the unease that accompanied it."Hey, get up!" A voice barked suddenly and I turned my head slightly to the side.It was the guard manning the dungeons, the one who loathed my presence and never ceased to remind me of that."Are you deaf? Stop lying there like a pile of bones and get the hell up."Slowly
I didn't believe I could be degraded further than I already was but tonight showed me that was a possible feat.Forced to watch the affectionate display of love Shawn and Rhea were putting on as well as the disgusted and contempt-filled gazes on me, I was at my wit's end and I was only a minute away from breaking under the pressure of it all."Maya, I didn't think you would make it," Rhea said, all smiles like the despicable white lotus that she was.Why didn't I notice it earlier? All the signs were there but I was too blind to see it.Alpha Blake finally noticed me as well, his gaze on me scrutinizing, "I see you are doing well?" He mumbled casually as if he had not subjected me to a lifetime of pain and humiliation."Yes Alpha," I forced back the lump rising in my throat and tried to force myself to remain composed but my shivering hands betrayed my emotions."It's evident Maltida has done a great job teaching you," Lucia, Alp