'So this is it'. I thought to myself. A thick scent of blood consumed my senses. A dull thud im my chest that was nearing its final beat.
I look around at the mess I got myself into this time. Knowing it to be my last. Why wasn't I more appreciative of the life I was given. Its not like my life was hard or demeaning. I just didn't like the fact my destiny was pre determined before I was even born.And there it was a pair of sapphire eyes staring at me with hatred, deep burning hatred that you could feel in the depths of your gut, but something new was hidden behind the hatred was that remorse.Well for you to understand, I better start from the beginning.My name is Venus Lee DeLorentez, Venus for short. My mum named me after the goddess of love, sex, beauty and fertility.I know not the name i would have chosen for myself but she was a very spiritual lady, not only believing in our moon goddess who is the creator of all of our species and we cherish her as a God, who is in control of who we are destined to be mated to, our shifting into our wolve counterparts she is a patron a becon if you will to all the female werewolves especially our Lunas. My mum was into all mythological Gods and goddesses. Always telling me they all have a role in this world. My story begins on my last day of college, I am the first in my family to have gone to college even at a young age, father always said I was too smart for my own good, I even graduated with a full masters degree, granted it was in sociology. I know not very enticing but I had my reasons. My mum had been very over bearing women since father died to another alpha just a mere 2 months before I had to leave and start college.Mum and dad were head of our pack 'Crystal Lake Pack', the largest werewolf pack in the states. Father even suggested the world as most packs were alot smaller in nature because they lacked the skills necessary to successfully run a pack of any size greater than 50. As most Alphas are hot headed and run their packs into the ground trying to gain land and trying to swell their packs with numbers. In our world that is why we fight. Once you are part of a pack that pack is your life, there is nothing you wouldn't do for them.
An Alpha of the second largest pack I knew of challenged father, the 'Dark Moon Pack' so he could take over our pack. Father being an honourable man accepted the challenge, not knowing if it would be his last. My heart broke that day. My father was the foundation which kept his family and his pack strong. And he was lost to a mutt all for the sake of land and power.Mum and some of my family and friends who I had all but forgotten, were present at my graduation, front row and center if you could believe it. Their faces gowing with pride, Mum even shed a tear as my name was announced to proceed to the stage to collect my masters degree. I could sense she wished father could see this, as did I. Deep down i knew he was standing right beside me, with a giant grin spreading fron ear to ear, as I shook the hand of the man who made my life a living hell with my degree, but pushed me to be better than average.
With a sigh of relief I exited the stage, as I was about to approach my mum I felt eyes burning into me, not of lust which I had become used to, with all the horney college boys running around. But of rage, hatred and a touch of disgust. As I searched the crowd that had formed of the other graduates and their families. I layer eyes on the one man I never wanted to see again. The mutt that challenged my father, and subsequently killed him.
But instead of feeling hatred toward him, something sinister was staring. Something I couldn't shake. This perfect specimen of a man was leaning against a tall oak tree, his aura was menacing, strong demanding respect. As all Alphas have some are stronger than others.
His freshly styled pompadour chocolate hair stood resolute against the calming autumn breeze, not one strand out of place. Rugged facial hair that made him look dangerous. His chiselled muscles just aching to burst from his well fitted white shirt and black slacks. With a noticeable thick black etching of tattoo's down both arms. A part of me wanted to see what else he has hiding beneath his clothes. Then my eyes met his they were sapphire blue, the pure rage he was sending my way was strong and unbearable, as if something inside me ached for his affection.
I haven't looked at a guy knowing, that on my 18th birthday my mate would be revealed to me. But there was something about him I couldn't shake.
As I approached my mum, her eyes were wet with joy, she had a smile of absolute pride plastered across her face. I couldn't help but smile back. A lot has changed while I was away.
Mum pulled me in for a welcoming hug.
'I am so proud of you Venus' mum exclaimed with a note of pride lingering on every word she said. ' If only your father could be here, you know he was always proud of his peanut' mum said as fresh tears streamed down her face, as they did mine.
In my time away I still missed dad, he and I were the same in nature, mum always said that I was just like my dad. He and I spoke our mind, except dad had a filter around company, as I never found mine. We had the same humour, but to a fault we lived for our family and our pack. Father always said I'd make a great Luna one day, we just needed to work on my mouth.
When mum Finally released me from her grasps, I turned to be fact to face with my childhood friend
She and I were opposites in some ways, we both stood at 5'4, porcelain skin, where my hair was black as midnight hers was as light a blonde possible without being mistaken for white. My skin war fair and absent of blemishes she had a fine array of freakles.
A split second past when she broke the tension i felt with a playful jab to my shoulder.
'What too good to say hi' she playfully exclaimed.
'No, no....I just, didn't realise how much I missed you' pulling Sophie in for a hug.
Looking over Sophie's shoulders were two familiar faces, Jason and Mary. Both giving my an approving smile. While joining in on the hug.
'So Vee, what's next' Mary whispered as not to disturb the affection of friends.
'What next' I thought to myself. You know I hadn't even though of that.
'What is Vees next move, do I stay here or do I return home?' I thought it throught it took less time than I had thought it would, as my future was in the balance.
'I'm coming home' I whispered in return.
Then all of a sudden the once friendly hug, was tremendously tighter as though I had the approval of my friends, in returning home.
My mind wondered to home, I haven't been home since leaving 18 months ago.
The majestic mountains out the back of the pack house, which was set off by the crystal blue lake, which perfectly mirrored the mountains. My pack had been here since the beginning we lived in a castle not a massive castle, more like a mansion in today's standards which complemented the scenery and didn't stand out like a sore thumb.
Below the castle was a village, were the pack resided. It is a sight to bee seen, truly magical.
The Alpha and family accompanied by the beta's family lived in the castle which was maintained by the omegas.
Then dread covered my face, after father died and he was no longer alpha where do we live, I was very well aware I was still an alpha by blood, but I was no longer heir to the pack.
I had told mum I was coming home, she immediately went searching for boxes and bringing the car to my dorm, my friends followed me to my dorm, as to help me pack to return home. We chatted and were catching up on the events that have been happening in my absence.
Then I turned the corner to access the stair to my dorm and wack, I walked into the hardest, chiselled back I had ever seen. Gathering my bearings I realised I walked into him.
Alpha Jackson
'Ouch' I exclaimedWithout even thinking i blurted out 'For the love of goddess, move your gigantic ass out of the way' as I rub my head as I walked past.There was a chuckle behind me, all exclaimed at the same time like they practiced to make it perfect, 'same old vee aye'As my friends round the corner and lay their eyes on who I had just insulted, gasped in shock and a hint of terror, all bowed saying 'Alpha'.I looked over my shoulder, and there he was staring at me, his eyes searing into mine. In classic vee style I rolled my eyes and continued to my dorm, uttering under my breath, 'stalk much'.As I made my way to my room, my friends caught up. All three stating how stupid I was. Mum over hearing them asked.'What has vee done?'All three in unison, 'vee insulted Alpha Jackson'Mums face that once bore a smile turned to shock and worry.'Vee, darling when will you learn to think before you speak'? Mum que
The final length of the drive was long and to say the least, I was getting impatient. My mind was at war with how my ancestral home looked now it has new management. Was it the same picturesque image I remember or had everything changed. My impatience was getting the better of me, I sat forward with anticipation of the sight I knew that was so close yet so far, it was eating me inside. Then I blurted out like a little child, 'are we there yet?'And without missing a beat everyone in the car roared with laughter. As if they knew I was going to say something along those lines, I would even venture to say mum even bet the Alpha that I would say it.I pushed myself back into my chair with a glint of shame, trying to consume my entire facial features. With all my strength I pushed my feelings to the side. And started twirling my midnight black hair throught my fingers, anything was better than the feeling that was welling from the pit of my gut. 'Did I actually say that' I&nb
I awoke the next day, not knowing i had slept through my alarm, it was now 1pm, I had overslept. I layer in bed awake for a second, calling myself an idiot, and stating what a good first impression I have made. Shaking my head I sat up. And I was met with the Alphas sapphire eyes burning into soul.'I know i am sorry, but in my defence i did set an alarm ' I tried justifying my absence for the morning.'I do not like being made a fool' Alpha Jackson snapped at meWhy was he so angry, I was clearly sorry but he didn't want piece of it.'Well if you can't, accept my apology, can you leave my room, i have things to do. I snapped back. Holding onto the fact I desperately needed to pee. And needing him gone so I can go to the bathroom.Alpha Jackson, marched over to my bed, put his hands on either side of me, staring deep into my eyes. 'This is your last chance, be on time tomorrow or suffer the consequences'The way Alpha was talking to me
At the restaurant alpha made his way to the bar, as a werewolf he could probably be able to drink the bar dry and still seem sober. From what mum told me is once you get your wolf, your body changes alcohol has near to no effect on you pretty much the same as drugs, you feel a little warm but that's it. Mum said alcohol and drugs only settle the nerves and keeps you calm. But other than that nothing, in my opinion if I ever wanted to actually experience alcohol i had to have some before my 18th birthday. And as if to read my mind Sophie ask alpha 'can Vee and I have something to drink too?' Ehile walking over to him.Alphas eyes looked us over and with a hint of pity in his eyes, he turned to the bar tender and ordered a jack on the rocks, three fingers and two coconut rum and cokes. Alpha handed Sophie our drinks, and walked to the table with his own. Sitting down we all read the menu to decide what we wanted to eat. I couldn't decide what I wanted to eat so I ordered the che
I woke to the sound of my alarm after a rather weird dream about the Alpha and Trinity, weird yet intriguing.I went to my draws and pulled out a fresh set of gym clothes and underware, headed to the bathroom to change, brush my teeth and put my hair up in a high pony tail. Then headed to the kitchen for something light to eat and a coffee.'Well it had to happen one day', I say to myself arriving at the gym 5 minutes early. I was so nervous, I am not one to do any training of any sort. I mean why do I need to wrestle around, and get someone else's sweat on me. The thought of someone's sweat on me made me feel sick.'Ugh' I sigh to myself.I held my composure at Alpha Jackson and his beta, I have no idea who he was, as they entered the gym.'Good morning' Alpha announced, 'pair off and start your warm ups, then continue your defensive exercises, Beta Jones is here if you need help or have questions, Venus your with me'My heart f
The next 3 week past by quickly, I had spent extra time in the gym gaining muscle tone by lifting weights, and learning how to defend myself, most nights u went to my room completely exhausted and covered in large raises welts from where a punch had connected with me. I had been too focused on training I had completely list track of time and the fact it will be my 18th birthday in 10 days.Oh my God 10 days and I will finally have my wolf and also may find my mate. I honestly didn't know what had excited me more. Or maybe it is the nerves that were flooding my body like a tidal wave either way, the day was coming and all I can do is count them down.I rolled out of bed and made my way to the bathroom, had a shower got into my gym clothes, brushed my hair putting it up in a high ponytail then brushed my teeth. Then walked to my room and sat on the single couch to put my shoes on. Finally making my way down to the kitchen to have breakfast and a heavenly cup of
The next nine days flew by in a blur, mum running around organising my 18th birthday, Sophie trying to get me to go to the city with her to buy a birthday dress, to which I agreed. Sophie convinced me she would pick the perfect dress for me. I knew all she needed was my credit card to make that endeavour plausible. And every morning and afternoon I went to training.Sophie went shopping three days before, I walked around behind her sipping on my caramel latte taking in all the displays in the shop windows and listening to Sophie have an internal battle about the dresses she had seen and from what I old gather they were all wrong, wrong colour, wrong style just wrong, till I came across a beautiful handbag sitting in a window and had to stop Sophie so I could go in and buy it. It was a shiny crocodile skin plastic leather covered in silver chains and dangle ornaments scattered around the handbag. And for $1,500 it was worth it.I began to get to get hungry, irritate
I woke the next day from a less than adequate sleep, the dark circles under my blood shot eyes. I stumbled to the bathroom to brush my teeth, then went to the kitchen for coffee then went searching for the library, I honestly never even knew we even had one. I eventually gave up and asked for directions, after finally making it to the library I sat down beside mum who had three big piles of books infront of her, she was looking at a personal journal and from what I could see there was a picture of a lady on the front.Mum looked up and saw the curiosity in my eyes, "This is your great great grandmother's journal, I would like you to read it first then if your interested you can read all these books" mum said pointing to all the books infront of her. "But please be careful with this journal, it has been in my family generations.I look at the journal, it had a leather cover with a painting of my great great grandmother on it and from what I could see she was very very bea