Aiden had assigned me the task of overseeing the catering arrangements for the Selene festival. He explained how I needed to coordinate with the catering companies to ensure that a wide variety of high-quality dishes were available throughout the festival. He handed me a detailed list of the different cuisines and specialities that needed to be included in the menu, ranging from traditional delicacies to contemporary favourites. The first catering service I called was Southern Flavors, renowned for their roasted meats and vegetables from the southern plains. They were excited to be a part of the festival and promised to provide their signature dishes that would delight the visitors.Next, I reached out to Northern Delights, known for their flavorful stews and pastries from the northern highlands. They were equally enthusiastic and assured me that they would bring their best culinary offerings to the festivities.Next on my list was Oceanic Bites, a renowned seafood-focused catering s
Ethan's mind was racing, trying to make sense of the situation. Ilonka was one of the strongest and most skilled wolves in their pack. How could she have been taken so easily? It didn't make sense. The thought gnawed at him, fueling his anger and frustration.As he paced back and forth in his office, his pack members gathered around him, offering words of support and reassurance. Everyone was trying to help bring Ilonka back safely, but deep down, Ethan couldn't shake the nagging feeling of guilt. As Ethan's thoughts swirled with worry, a bittersweet memory tugged at his heart. He remembered the day he had shared his joyous news with Ilonka, the day he had told her that he had finally found his mate. She had been ecstatic for him, her eyes sparkling with genuine happiness. They had spent hours talking and laughing, sharing stories and dreams for the future.Now, his sister was gone and she was in danger. He wondered if he had inadvertently let his guard down, focusing too much on his
Ethan took a deep breath, his mind a whirlwind of conflicting emotions. The ultimatum from Lucas was infuriating, but Elena and Ivan were right. They needed a plan that would maximize their chances of saving both Ilonka and Maya. With determination, he began to type a response on the cellphone:"Lucas, you've made your point. Let's talk, find a way to resolve this without more bloodshed. I'll give you what you want, but I need to know that Ilonka is safe. Meet me at the south border of my pack territory in two hours. We'll discuss the terms in person."Ethan pressed send, his heart heavy with the knowledge that he was playing a dangerous game with a cunning adversary. But he was determined to outsmart Lucas and protect his loved ones.Several tense minutes passed before the phone buzzed with an incoming message. Ethan quickly opened it, and Lucas's words appeared on the screen:"Very well, Ethan. I appreciate your willingness to negotiate. You have my word that Ilonka remains unharmed
I was running through the dense forest, trying to escape from the thing that was chasing me. It was an evil presence, one that made my skin crawl and my heart race with fear. It was like nothing I had ever seen before - a dark, shadowy figure that seemed to move through the trees with ease.As I ran, I could hear the thing getting closer, its footsteps pounding the ground as it closed in on me. I risked a glance over my shoulder and saw that it was gaining on me, its eyes gleaming with an otherworldly light.I knew I had to keep running, had to keep moving. I felt my lungs burning with exertion, my legs pumping as fast as they could go. But the thing was too fast, too relentless.It was then that I noticed something strange about the forest around me. The trees were warped, twisted into unnatural shapes that seemed to writhe and squirm in the darkness. The ground beneath my feet was slick with some kind of viscous liquid, and I could feel it clinging to my shoes as I ran.The thing wa
It was the first day of school, and I woke up feeling nervous and excited at the same time. I knew I had to make a good impression, and I was hoping that my stepbrothers, Finn, Aiden, and Liam, would be there to support me.As I walked into the kitchen, I saw the triplets already sitting at the table, chatting away. I greeted them with a timid "Good morning," and they replied in unison, "Hey there, newbie."Finn, the eldest, looked at me and smirked. "Nervous for your first day at the new school?" he asked.I nodded, feeling a bit embarrassed.Liam, the youngest, chimed in, "Don't worry, we'll take care of you."Aiden, the middle brother, gave me a reassuring smile and said, "You'll do great, and we'll be there for you."I felt grateful for Aiden's support, but Finn and Liam were still teasing me. Finn pretended to be the strict teacher and said, "Don't be late for your first class or you'll get detention."Liam added, "And don't forget your lunch money, or you'll have to starve."I r
"Hey sweetie, how was your first day at the new school?" my mom asked as soon as I got home."It was okay," I replied with a shrug."Did your stepbrothers treat you well?"I nodded. "Yeah, they were nice. Liam even showed me around the school.""That's great to hear. Your stepfather wants to talk to you when he gets home from work. He said it's important," my mom said, her tone becoming serious.My heart started racing as I wondered what my stepfather wanted to talk to me about. "Okay, I'll be ready," I managed to say."He wants to talk to you about your nightmares," my mom said softly.I felt a knot form in my stomach as I remembered the nightmares that had been plaguing me for weeks. "Oh," was all I could manage to say."He's really worried about you," my mom continued. "He wants to make sure you're okay and that there's nothing bothering you that you're not telling us."I swallowed hard, feeling a lump in my throat. "Okay," I said, trying to keep my voice steady."Don't worry, hone
Liam drove me to a clearing in the forest where the rest of our Lycan pack was waiting for us when the weekend finally arrived. As we moved into the clearing, the sound of twigs shattering beneath our feet reverberated throughout the forest.I noticed that everyone was already in the middle of their training as we drew near. Finnand Aiden were nowhere to be found as I turned to look around. "Where are Finn and Aiden, Liam?" I had a question. Liam gave me a serious look as he regarded me. "Maya, they weren't able to arrive today. They are completing a task for the pack. "He answered."A task?" I pressed, wanting to know the reason. I scowled, having a fleeting thought of Aiden and Finn. "I hope everything works out for them.""These two are among the clan's top fighters. Don't stress over them. They'll be all right." Liam smiled as he answered my question. The training that followed shocked me with how quickly I picked things up. I received a thorough explanation of everything fro
"I have some big news. I have finally found my mate," Ethan smiled to his best friend Ivan. "Really?" Ivan asked, surprised. "That's amazing! Who is she?""I still don't know much about her, but I know she's a Lycan like me. Her name is Maya," Ethan explained. "That's great, Ethan," Ivan said. "What's she like?""I'm not sure," Ethan admitted. "But I can tell you one thing, she was very shocked when I told her we were mates. I don't think she was expecting it.""Well, that's understandable," Ivan said. "Finding out you have a mate can be overwhelming. But I'm sure she'll come around. When do I get to meet her?""I don't know yet," Ethan said. "We're still getting to know each other. But I'll definitely introduce you as soon as I can.""I can't wait," Ivan said. "You deserve to be happy, Ethan. I'm glad you've found someone special. But I must caution you. According to what I have heard, Lucas, the Blood Moon pack's leader, has been causing a lot of trouble lately." "What kind of tro