**Three years ago**
The sun is already shining on the horizon. I get out of my bed with my fairy mates all around me, each doing their duty. I moved over to the window, pulled aside the golden curtains and peered through the window. It was almost dawn. The birds are chipping, some are flying in groups under the sky as I watch from above. I think, they're journeying to go get breakfast.
In my celestial home, and as the moon goddess I could watch everything that is going on in the world. I observed one thing, my children, the werewolves are encountering a lot of challenges in the hands of their new queen, Pandora.
"Hey, come here Lucinda." I waved to her and in a twinkle of an eye, she came close by, standing at my side. "Look!" I pointed, she obeyed. We could clearly see the world from our celestial habitat. The palace of the great king, the king of the werewolves was our focus. "Your Majesty, this is so bad. You've to do something about this."
"We have to do something about this!" I corrected. Lucinda was my Personal Assistant, she's a moon spirit and second-in-command to me, a best friend and more. I always told her all of my decisions and most of the time we sat down to have friendly chats, at other times serious discussions took place.
The moon is full of spirits all of which I rule. To those under, it would seem a lifeless element but it's full of living creatures though we are not mortals but spirits. Light from the sun overshadows us and a great river lies underneath us separating the sky from us. This river I go over to the edge of my castle and stare into it every morning at dawn, admiring its glorious nature and the slow waves of the golden water. The rays from the sun make it appear this way.
This morning I couldn't perform my usual ritual of going over to the barricade of my castle to view the golden river because I'm so disturbed. I stare closer into the heart of the wolf world where the palace stood with Lucinda.
All started when a young prince, his name Douglas, woke up. His girlfriend was still in bed sleeping peacefully, they didn't know a great evil was about to fall upon them. Prince Douglas was the only child of the first Luna of King Morris. His mother had died when he was eighteen, she was murdered by his father's mistress, Pandora.
Pandora is a one thousand year old vampire queen who was banished by her own people, the vampires due to her cruel acts and hatred towards humans. Being someone that possessed a greedy taste to be in power, she traveled to the wolf world and succeeded in making friends with the jovial wolf king. King Morris didn't know who she was, he wasn't aware she's a vampire. For many centuries, the greatest enemies of the wolves were vampires and worst of all hybrids. Witchcraft is prohibited in the wolf world, so she being a witch also would make her a taboo to the shifters.
King Morris realized the true nature of Pandora after she murdered his wife and became his full-time mistress, then Luna. It was too late to act as she subdued him with her mighty charms. He was turned into a weakling.
Prince Douglas went over to the window just as I did. He stared into the courtyard of the palace from the third floor of the castle. He beamed with a satisfactory smile. He must be glad and content with the great fortune that was gonna become his, the throne. His wish of being king would soon be a reality, he thought. He then looked at the pretty girl on the bed lying only in undies and smiled more.
He got ready for his day after tapping his girlfriend to wake up. Both embraced before leaving their room to the bathroom, two female maids came in immediately they left. One dressed the bed while the other cleaned the entire room mainly mopping so a fresh scent filled it.
We both washed as Douglas and his girlfriend undressed. It would be getting in between their privacy in the normal sense but we were not mortals. We were spirits and both are my children, my descendants so I did no wrong in staring right at them. Douglas caressed his girlfriend's unclothed body, she let out pleasurable moans. I imagined the sweet pleasures I'd derive if I was in such a case but No, I'm a spirit and a goddess as such.
After both were done with their romantic session, Douglas rubbed soap on their bodies then switched the shower on. The heavy sprinkle of water poured down on these lovers. "Urrrgh!" Came the sound of satisfaction from them, with every pour of the water. They washed each other, playing and throwing each other water.
After taking their bath, they laughed and rushed out of the bathroom. I shoke my head in terror, they didn't know what awaited them. They were unsuspecting of the tragedy that stood in front of them.
Douglas wore his dress, a black suit and black shoes, brushed his hair and left the room. He looked so handsome and manly, the most charming wolf prince that has ever been in the wolf kingdom. I really admired him even though I was a spirit.
"Where are you going?" I heard his girlfriend ask him.
"I'm going to see my father. I need to be serious about getting my throne."
The cute girl smiled, "Then I'll be queen." Douglas nodded, smiled and left.
I continued staring, the girl was in the room. Pandora with three masked security men came into the room. She shrugged in terror, she didn't expect anyone to invade her privacy. She was still in her undies.
"Take her out!" The queen ordered. Immediately, the three men came and dragged her out of the bed. I shook my head in disbelief. These men don't have any respect for a woman, the queen stood by the door beaming satisfactorily, her mind glad at the power she now had.
They dragged Douglas' girlfriend out despite her screams and tears. "Where are they leading her to?" Lucinda asked me. It was right in the morning and the sun's rays weren't so harsh on the skin.
Douglas POV I get in to be with my dad, the king in his royal chambers, the part he entertained visitors. Even though I'm his son, I had to keep with the protocol. He had instructed me to dress corporately each time I came to see him and that, I did. Thank goodness, the queen wasn't around, I could have a heart-to-heart conversation with my dad without worrying about avoiding words that could hurt her. I wondered where the queen had gone to and why. It was unusual for her not to be beside the king. Pandora was always with the king, if not convincing him to agree to her sinister plans, she would be scolding him if he didn't do what she asked. She was a devil in human nature. "Why do you keep asking to be king, why don't you let me rule my subjects in peace?" "Dad, you've already ruled for over sixty-years, it's due for you to transfer the mantle of leadership to me. I'm of age or don't you want me to be king?" He gave me a suspicious look, I'd have been afraid if not that he was
When the prince fell, Pandora gestured to the guards to get him up. She felt that he was pretending to be sick because of what was happening. "Get him up quickly," she commanded in her thick, fiery voice, her bloodshot eyes darkened. One of the guards struck Douglas a blow right in the face when they pulled him up to rise up but he didn't. Lucinda, my PA hid her face in shame and horror. It was a sickening sight, tears escaped my eyes. "What're we gonna do about this?" I asked her but she was so affected by what was happening to look at my face or even answer me. I wrapped my hand around her shoulders in comfort. "Don't worry, everything will be fine. I'll do something about this!" I tried to comfort her with these soothing words. A swollen spot appeared where Douglas was struck. He was truly unconscious. "Call the pack doctor to come drive him to consciousness, I want to see as his beloved is done away with." A loud sinister laugh followed, my eyes turned golden. I was truly annoye
DOUGLAS POVMy heart is broken as the guards lead me out of luxury, my rights as the wolf prince and privileges of a future king to the dungeon as Pandora ordered. I have no say in this case and I don't know what would happen to my love, Nancy. She's my world, life and everything. I don't know if I would ever get to see her again. Now my world comes crumbling, would it ever bounce back?Today I had woken up to a bright day, hoping to be successful in my quest when I got to meet my father, little did I know that I'd be in such a condition. A tear stream down my face and I quickly wiped it off with the back of my palms.The guards lead me to their hilux van at the edge of the lane that leads from the castle to the field. One of them is already opening the back door for me to get in. Few hours ago, I was the respected prince, but now a cared-less-about prisoner with a bleak future. This might be the last time I'll ever set my eyes on this beautiful place I'd always called home even afte
CASSANDRA POVInside the room with the queen, I felt all the hatred and anger I'd bottled inside me for years resurfaced. Pandora could see the vengeance in my eyes, her eyes turned bloodshot in anger as I confronted her. A war was set to begin between both of us. "Why would you let your stepson be in prison for three years without caring to release him? What has he done to you?" I asked in an angry tone with serious hate in my eyes."Why do you care, is he in any way related to you or what makes you think you have the authority to confront my decision?"I got puzzled at how Pandora would dare speak with me that way. "Do you know who you're talking to in such a manner?" "Who cares? Are you not the crowned wolf queen, should that make you feel right to interrupt with my authority in this kingdom? Let me warn you for the last time," she said with so much seriousness. "If you don't learn to mind your business and stop meddling in my private affairs, I'll make you join Douglas at the du
When I arrived at my apartment, the glass residential house at Matama Estate, ten kilometers from my Foundation's residence, I went straight to the bathroom to wash myself. The sun has been so hot and I needed a cool shower as it was getting to noon. Eva emerges from her room and steps in front of me. "Glad you're back. Hope you weren't hurt? What happened at your encounter with the queen?" She was so anxious to know what went on between us. I mean no true friend would care less. "Nothing really, I'll inform you later. I need to take lunch. I'm really tired." I was exhausted actually and I needed rest. Eva knew I'd loved to be left alone at this moment. "So can I bring in your food from the kitchen?" I nodded to her enquiry. She turned to leave while I continued to my dressing room. Eva wasn't only my staff at the foundation but a close friend, she's the one I shared most of my life experiences with except the spiritual, who I was. That's a no-no.After work, she comes home to my l
"When I arrived at the palace, there were so many guards at the gate, staff all around and even at the castle where the king and queen reside but I got past them." I began. Eva's eyes fixed steadily to me like she was the accuser in court paying attention to the verdict of the judge which was me in this case."So how did you get past them?" She asked with a frightening gaze and her face shaking in terror."What do you mean?" I joked. "Do you play with me?" She smiled."I know you're a shifter but like, come on, tell me how you did that." Eva urged."Whatever!" I gestured with my hands and burst out into laughter. "You haven't really told me anything." I knew she wanted to discover how I passed through the heavily secured residence of the king and queen without being obstructed by the security personnel who are permitted to let only those with passes in. She was earnest to know this."Well, you seem too curious." I decided to place Eva in a little suspense before I told her what happ
I retired to my bed after a while. I need to have a nap before evening. I've decided to go out with Eva. It's quite okay for me to celebrate her decision to join with me in fighting this course. It's not an easy one, so celebrating someone that has agreed to walk with you through the good and dark times is a great deal.Sleep always proves a great refreshment to my body and spirit, I felt quite relaxed and bubbling with energy after I awoke. It's 3 PM and too early to get up from my bed, especially as I have nothing to do at the moment. While on my bed, my mind framed thoughts of Douglas. Though covered with sorrows and a mournful look, he is still a charming prince with his charming blue eyes and shiny black curly hair. His muscular stature makes him the dream of every girl, I think it's even affecting me quite well even though I'm not like every ordinary girl. The clock seemed to be ticking away into the time I had planned for. Few hours had passed after I spent time with Eva. She
I wondered why the thought or sight of Douglas shot electricity through my spines. It has come way too much often in me that I have to remind myself of my original status and mission. "Well, you know I'm not here to crush on him but I have my own feelings towards him.""I knew you've something cooking up in your mind towards that handsome prince." Eva teased, rolling her eyes."Shhhh!" I gestured with my index finger placed across my lips. "Who tells you that?" "I know that." Her voice was so confident even though she was smiling sweetly like I had achieved a fortune she really admired and cherished, even more than myself. "Eva, I'm here to help Douglas out of the prison and nothing more. Don't you pity seeing your prince and the rightful king in prison, that you're here talking about love?" Eva seemed not to be bothered by my statement, the mindset that I was crushing on the prince had so soaked her mind to ponder on reality. I wasn't into Douglas that way, the way she thought al