ZAYLENThose fingers… running through my hair… I gulped at that thought. Focus, Zaylen, I chided myself inwardly, realizing what I was thinking. I tore my gaze away, a flush creeping up my neck as I tried to shake off the distracting thoughts. “Zaylen, I need more information about you. Like your date of birth and all,” she said to me.I started to tell her all the required information as she filled up everything. When it was time to fill up the bio, she asked me, “Your Luna has to be a werewolf too, right?” I nodded instantly as she further inquired, “So how do we specify you are a werewolf?” I pursed my lips, thinking for a while before a suggestion appeared in my mind. “Just write from Darkwood. If they know, then they know.” “Good idea,” she chirped before typing again. “Are you done with this silly thing?” I finally let out, and she frowned, shifting her gaze to me.“Silly thing? I am fixing your messed up life!” she defended. A subtle smile appeared on my lips. “That yo
ZAYLENI glanced at the array of clothes laid out before me and groaned in frustration. Despite knowing I could throw on anything and still look presentable, I found myself confused. I really wanted to make a good impression on my upcoming date.Besides, it was my first date ever. I never saw the point of going on dates when no woman ever caught my eye enough to ask out. But seriously, I should have asked at least some women out. Then, I wouldn't be in this situation—with no potential Luna.Ugh, anyway, what was the most appropriate attire for a first date?I really hated Jordan at this point. His timing for a vacation was the worst of all. Only Liana could help me decide now. With a sigh, I reached for my phone, dialing Liana's number and initiating a video call. I waited for a few seconds and soon enough, the call connected, her familiar face appeared on the screen, her expression curious."Hey, Zaylen, what's up?" Liana greeted, her voice laced with warmth."Hey, Liana," I repl
ZAYLENWhen is she getting here? I was patiently waiting while sitting in the restaurant. All of a sudden, I saw a blonde woman appear, walking toward me with a bright smile on her face as she waved at me. As Liana already sent me the picture before, I recognized she was Melissa — my so-called date. Unwillingly, I waved back, trying to force a smile onto my face, but my expression betrayed the underlying unease I felt.However, my apprehension melted away the moment Liana entered behind Melissa. Finally, she was here! My face brightened involuntarily at the sight of her, a genuine smile spreading across my lips.“Oh, you seem excited,” Melissa's compliment caught me off guard, her observation prompting me to stumble over my words in response. "Oh, I, um–" I began, my mind racing to come up with a suitable explanation.“It's alright. I like it when someone is excited to meet me,” she smiled at me. I put on a tight-lipped smile in return. “Great then.”Melissa was about to pull a
LIANAI watched Zaylen and Melissa across the table. They seemed to be hitting it off so well, laughing and chatting like old friends. It was exactly what I hoped for when I set them up, but seeing Zaylen show genuine interest in Melissa stirred up conflicting emotions within me."You know, I was worried Zaylen might be too reserved," I confessed to myself quietly, not wanting to disturb their conversation. "But he seems really into her."A part of me wished it was me sitting there, sharing jokes and stories with Zaylen. But I had to remind myself that this was about him finding someone who made him happy, even if it wasn't me.I watched as Melissa leaned in to listen to something Zaylen was saying, his eyes glinting in happiness as he spoke. It was a side of him I hadn't seen before, and it made me happy to know that he was capable of opening up like this.I felt a pang in my chest at that sight. "Maybe I should've brought someone for myself," I mused, feeling loneliness.But then I
LIANAIt has been two days yet Zaylen didn’t manage to make any dates successful. Ugh.I was lowkey glad that it didn’t work, however, I was annoyed too. Because I was assigned with the task to find him his Luna and I was failing miserably. I hated not being able to complete my task with perfection!“Why didn’t Sara return yet?” Aaron’s voice brought me out of my trance.“Sara extended her leave. She is enjoying the vacation to the fullest,” Kiara answered.Aaron dramatically released a sigh. “Sara is having the time of her life, while we are suffering here.”I rolled my eyes. “If you work efficiently, then you can get a long vacation like Sara. Otherwise, get ready to work overtime.”“You sound a lot bossy nowadays,” he grumbled, making me chuckle.“Speaking of bossy,” Kiara started, “I noticed that Zaylen is looking really exhausted these days. He leaves the office earlier and so does Lia. So what's going on?” Both of them looked at me, waiting for a response. Before I could even o
LIANA"What? No, not me. Look at him," I replied, gesturing towards Aaron, who was still engrossed in conversation with Kiara.Zaylen followed my gaze, and his expression softened as he observed the way Aaron looked at Kiara. "Oh," he murmured, the realization dawning on him."See? You are too quick to jump to conclusions," I scolded gently, giving him a reassuring smile."Is that what a man in love looks like?" Zaylen wondered aloud, his gaze lingering on Aaron and Kiara.I smiled warmly, nodding in affirmation. "Yes. I wish somebody would look at me with so much love like that one day. At least James never did. I hope somebody else comes along—" I paused as my eyes fell on Zaylen. I found him staring at me with a look very similar to Aaron's, and my heart skipped a beat. Suddenly feeling flustered, I fumbled for words and quickly averted my gaze."Anyway, be ready for your date tonight. I will join you later," I said, trying to regain my composure."Okay," Zaylen mumbled, but I coul
LIANABefore I knew it, we were already in a room of a nearby hotel.Zaylen's lips were on mine, his touch igniting a fire within me that I couldn't resist. Our tongues danced, twining together and exploring the depths of each other's mouths. I could taste the sweetness of his lips, feel the warmth of his breath as it mingled with mine.His hands, gentle yet strong, cradled the back of my neck, pulling me closer as the kiss deepened. I could feel his heart racing against my chest, matching the rapid beat of my own. The world seemed to melt away, leaving only the two of us in a cocoon of pure passion.As our kiss intensified, so did our desire. Our hands roamed, exploring every curve and contour of each other's bodies, as if trying to memorize every detail. I felt Zaylen's fingers trail down my back, over the small of my spine, and enter the hem of my top.Our kiss deepened, igniting a fire that had been simmering between us for far too long. His other hand tangled in my hair, pulli
ZAYLENAs Liana finally uttered the words I had been yearning to hear, my heart swelled with relief and desire at the same time. I was relieved to know that I was not the only one who wanted this, and I was overwhelmed with desire because… it was her.I cupped her face gently in my hands, my thumbs brushing away the tears that had formed in her eyes."I want you too, Liana," I whispered, my voice low and sincere. "I have wanted you for so long.”“Really?” she asked, her voice vulnerable.“Yes. I never wanted to go on those dates. All along I have been wishing that you were the one sitting across from me at the table,” the confession tumbled out of my lips before I could stop it.Hearing my earnest words, a smile formed on her lips as she placed her hand over mine on her cheek, as if truly giving me permission.With a newfound urgency, I lowered my lips to hers, our tongues meeting in a passionate kiss as our bodies melded together.My hands slipped under her top once again, and this t