With every step, I couldn't shake the feeling that we were returning to a home that was no longer the same. Kimora, Lee, and David walked by my side, their expressions mirroring my thoughts. We had faced battles, witnessed losses, and forged a pack-wide bond, but now, we had to confront the changes that awaited us. I was not foolish. I had taken along with me every elder, and left the pack to its own devices. I did have trust in the people that had remained behind, I did not think that I would return to things being the same. As an individual myself, I had changed in my time away. As we approached our pack's territory, the first sign of the new changes became evident. The pack grounds that had once been bustling with activity now seemed quieter, the energy subdued. The training grounds were emptier, the sounds of sparring and laughter replaced by a solemn hush.Our return to the pack territory was met with a mixture of relief and anticipation. The pack members who hadn't joined us on
The next morning, the weight of the dream still clung to me like a dark shadow. I had fallen back into a fitful sleep with thoughts of the pack’s ruin on my mind again. As the sun began to rise, casting a warm golden glow over the pack territory, I knew that I needed to speak to someone about this. I needed to understand the meaning behind the dream, what those flames meant and if there was any truth to the destruction I had seen in my dream.Determined to find some clarity, I headed over to Margot's place. Margot, who was one of the more wise and enigmatic members of the pack, had gone along with me to the war. Besides that, she had told me of a similar dream, and since she had always been in tune with the supernatural and the mysteries beyond our understanding she was the one I knew I needed to call. With a purpose that otherwise clouded my judgement, I reached Margot's place, my heart still heavy with the dream's impact. I knocked on the hard wooden door, tapping the wood in a r
I walked back to the pack and settled into the easy rhythm that was going on. I missed Kimora so much, and I wanted to sit with her. Scanning the room, I noticed her presence, along with a new change in Kimora. She had always been a fierce and resilient warrior, but that day, her facial expression and her energy seemed to wane. Her movements were slower, her usually bright eyes clouded with fatigue. It was as if the weight of the recent events had taken a toll on her. And truthfully? I understood it. I had been feeling the exact same way too. Deciding against walking over to where she sat that day, I left her alone, deciding to watch from afar. If she wanted to talk about it, I knew she would find her way to me, start up the conversation by herself. One morning, I found Kimora sitting alone by the river, staring into the water with a distant look in her eyes. Concern gnawed at my heart as I approached her, my steps quiet on the grass."Kimora," I said softly, taking a seat beside he
The crackling campfire mesmerized me, casting a warm, flickering glow on the surroundings. The past few days had been intense, leaving an indelible mark on our spirits. Lost in my thoughts, a familiar voice pulled me from my reverie."Hey, Layla," Lee's voice broke through the calm night air, drawing my attention. He joined me by the fire, his expression tinged with seriousness."Hey, Lee. What's on your mind?" I greeted him, my voice soft.Lee settled beside me, his gaze focused on the dancing flames. "It's about Kimora."I couldn't help but let my smile falter, understanding his concern all too well. "Yeah, I've noticed it too."His furrowed brow betrayed his worry. "She's been acting differently lately, especially after our return. Have you seen it too?"Turning my gaze towards the tent where Kimora sought rest, I nodded slowly. "Yes, I have. It's like she's carrying the weight of the world, and it's starting to take its toll."A sigh escaped Lee's lips, his shoulders slumping subt
I was more than glad to have everyone back together and in seemingly good shape, so i spent an unnecessary amount of time watching everyone and engaging in banter. At about an hour past midnight, my vision began to blur from exhaustion, and I finally decided that it was time for me to turn in to bed. I went into my quiet cabin and locked the door behind me, hoping for a long night’s rest. In minutes, I was immersed in a deep slumber.The moon hung low in the sky, casting a silvery glow over the quiet landscape of my dreams. I was vaguely aware I was dreaming, yet I was surprised when I found myself standing in the midst of a dense forest, the air heavy with memories and emotions. The dreamworld I found myself in was a canvas where the past and present met, reality losing meaning. It was a whole other realm where the boundaries of reality blurred.A figure materialized before me, his silhouette familiar yet distant. It was familiar in a way I couldn’t place, and i was confused until
P.S; Dear readers, it will be of great pleasure to see your comments in the comments section on this book. It shows and make me understand that you've been following up from the beginning of this book. Please do well to leave your comment in the comments section and I promise to drop more Chapters than often for this favor. Thank you. **** I was getting tired of these repeating dreams and needing to ask for help. I had taken to asking everyone for guidance and help when they happened, and this time, I wanted to figure it out by myself. The dreams were like a puzzle, pieces scattered across my subconscious, waiting to be assembled into a coherent picture. As I sat by the window, the daylight casting a silvery glow across the room, I closed my eyes and focused on recalling the details of the dream that had haunted me once again. "What do you want from me?" I asked no one in particular, my frustration clear in my tone. Just then, a figure seemed to materialize in my periphery, and I wo
When my eyes shot open, Brad’s head was right over mine, and I jumped aback. “What are you doing here?” I asked, and then I remembered everything that had been happening up until I collapsed. “Eric!” I exclaimed. “Everyone’s okay,” responded Brad. “Do you remember what happened?”“No, there was a fire, they-”"Hey, take it easy," Brad said soothingly, placing a hand on my shoulder. "Everyone's okay," he reassured me.I felt brief relief as I let out a breath I hadn’t known I was holding. Relief washed over me like a tidal wave, and I collapsed back onto the ground, my body still weak and my mind struggling to catch up with reality. Eric, the children, and the harrowing journey we had been through – it had all been so vivid. There was no way the pack had survived the flames I had seen. The buildings, the farms, everything we had built was gone, collapsed."Do you remember what happened?" Brad's voice brought me back to the present.I closed my eyes for a moment, trying to gather my th
Turning to Brad, I met his gaze. His expression was a mix of hope and nerves, a mirror of my own conflicted emotions. A flood of memories rushed back – the moments I had lived without him, the support he had offered, and the easy respect that had finally formed between us.Stepping closer to him, I studied his face, searching for answers. "Is this true?" I asked, my voice a mixture of curiosity and hesitation.Brad nodded, his gaze earnest. "I know it's unexpected," he admitted, "but my pack has a place for you. We've faced challenges too, and we value your strength, unity, and resilience. Just like your current pack. I believe you have done a lot of good for them, and you can leave them to find their own way now.”What he was suggesting was incredulous, and I felt my feet stepping away from him. Avoiding the look on his face, I seartched the crowd for Eric and his siblings amongst the other pack members, and laughed in relief as they ran into me and displaced me with a hug. We were