Rune.“This is why I told you we should have cut off her tongue that day,” Zarah yelled, “if we had, we wouldn't be in this mess.”It had been four days. Four days of complete torture and staying locked up in my room, on my bed, regretting some of my decisions, a lot of my decisions. I only had access to Soph, Marian, Kimi, and the head guard wolf, James. He’d been really helpful in keeping angry wolves away from the pack house.In those four days, wolves dedicatedly slept outside the Pack house, taking turns praying to the goddess for my demise. Soph refused the elders who tried to meet with me, telling them that no decision or anything would be made until Kane and Jett returned.The stress of not being able to go out, mixed with the knowledge that almost every wolf in the Pack wanted me dead, added to the tiredness I'd been feeling in the past few days. I felt sicker; I threw up more often, had no appetite, my entire body hurt, and I could barely sleep.A soft knock resounded on my
Kane.Immediately as the sun rose, I was summoned by the elders, just like I anticipated when I returned last night. Although I hoped they would call for the meeting sometime in the afternoon, it seemed they couldn't wait.The fake frowns and concern on their faces told me everything I needed to know about the meeting and what they would say word for word, but I cleared my throat, calling for their attention, pretending I had no idea why the meeting was called.“What is this meeting about that it couldn't wait until I’m fully rested before calling me out?” I folded my arms with a bored expression on my face.Greyson Timber stepped forward. Clearing his throat, he bowed And shook his head as though he was about to tell me the most disheartening news I'd ever heard.“Alpha, this matter is of utmost importance. While you were away, your mate was involved in what I would call a shameful scandal,” he said, and Ky growled.He claimed the matter was of utmost importance and my mate had done s
Rune.I walked into the festival grounds. It was a cold and chilly night in the woods, and all you could hear from a long range was the loud chuckle of wolf juveniles chatting over country music and the continual stench of burning rubber. Decorations, crests, and pictures of some past alpha were placed all over the festival grounds, with people wearing all sorts of colorful attire that caused me to feel a little nauseous. It was just nerves, I told myself, understanding that with a drink in my hand and a little chat, I would be able to clear off a little jitters. In the middle of the clearing was a large bonfire, constantly fueled by two wolves; one with a black shirt and an extremely dark goatee, and the other was a younger looking wolf wearing a look on his face almost as ugly as the scarf on his neck. I stood at the end of the clearing searching for something to drink or at least someone to talk to. My eyes caught Soph laughing in a group. She had her wild dark hair in a red tie, a
Rune.Fear clenched my heart as Kane’s gaze washed over me. His blank expression spun my head, and I couldn’t understand his thoughts. “You didn’t know, dear?” She asked, and I returned my gaze to her, my hands finding the base of my stomach on instinct. I had a life growing inside my stomach, and I didn’t know. It didn’t make any sense to me. “You’re a few weeks gone,” her bright grey eyes smiled at me, and I didn’t want to believe she was telling the truth. “But that’s not possible. I was told that the goddess blocked my womb,” I told her, and she threw her head back in laughter. “That’s odd, considering the goddess sent me here. She’s quite fond of you even,” a small smile sat on her lips. I couldn’t believe what I’d just heard. “So you mean my womb was never blocked?” I asked, and she nodded. By now, the music had stopped, and all the wolves had stopped dancing and singing. “I am pregnant? There’s a cub inside me?” I laughed. A tear slipped down my face, and I found Kane’s
Rune.In the bustling atmosphere of the pack's medical facility, Rune, still processing the revelation of her pregnancy, sought medical confirmation from Chris, the pack's doctor. The scent of antiseptic and the low hum of conversations surrounded them as Rune navigated the unfamiliar territory, her steps echoing with a mix of determination and trepidation.Entering Chris's office, Rune greeted her nervously. Chris, accustomed to the diverse range of emotions accompanying pack members seeking medical advice, offered a reassuring smile amidst the clinical surroundings."What brings you here, Rune?" Chris inquired, her attention shifting between Rune and the papers on her desk."I need to confirm something," Rune replied, her eyes momentarily glancing around the medical facility.As Chris conducted the examination, Rune's thoughts swirled with uncertainty. The ambient sounds of medical equipment and the distant murmur of conversations created a backdrop to the profound moment unfolding.
Rune.I stared at the letter in pure shock. Who was I supposed not to trust? “I have something to do. I’ll be back in thirty minutes,” Kane said, kissing my forehead and disappearing. I turned my attention to the letter. Was someone out to get me again? Just the day before, it was revealed to me that some Alpha was out to get me while I just found out I was pregnant, and today, There was someone I was not supposed to trust, and there was no name. I sniffed the letter immediately, Perceiving the scent in case I could recognize it, but surprisingly, the paper had no smell whatsoever. Not even James scent lingered on it. It wasn't possible that A few wolves had touched it, and there was no sense in it whatsoever. I said that the words at the writing. I had never seen anyone's handwriting in the entire pack, so I couldn't tell who had written the letter and how I could get to them. I ran downstairs immediately And went to find James. I found James at the back of the park house with a
Rune.I originally planned to keep the news of my pregnancy away from the pack for the time being to fully prepare myself for the child and to be sure there were no complications. I had hoped that while the older lady spoke to me, no one listened in on our conversation and picked up the news, which was why even as James held my wrist tight with sharp claws digging into my flesh and angry eyes staring down at me, I was more focused on how to escape his hold than why he was holding me.“Maybe it’s time for you to atone for your sins.” A dark chuckle followed his words, and I creased my brows, trying to make sense of his words and the sin I had committed.“Do you not think you have the wrong person? What sins have I committed?” I asked with an air of authority. I could not show him that I was scared of him and whatever my sin was.“You cannot fool us any longer.” James scoffed while the elders behind him muttered to themselves. “James! Get your hands off her this instant!” I didn’t noti
Rune. I took a deep breath as Soph and I arrived at the entrance to the large room. Somehow, it felt as though the meeting room had a certain resentment towards me as all the times I had been there, it was to decide my fate, and oftentimes, I did nothing to warrant my attendance in the room.“Are you okay?” Soph’s voice cut through my thoughts, vibrant brown eyes staring at me with hopes that I would say yes; so I did, and we entered the room right after. The room was filled with all the elders in attendance. I gulped hard, making sure to avoid eye contact with them. With a straight face, I walked up to the spot left for me and sat down, waiting patiently for the meeting to start. “Where is Caden?” Kane asked James, who shifted uncomfortably in his seat. “I’m sure he’s on his way here, Alpha,” he replied with a bow. “I will not wait another second for him. Go and get him yourself,” Kane thundered, sending James to his feet and out of the meeting room. Over ten minutes later, Jam