I was sitting on a large wooden log surrounded by fructiferous trees gazing out over the river's raging waters. There wasn't any sound but the crickets chirping, the breeze gently grazing my skin, and the slight rustling of the leaves around me. The night sky was fascinating, and the crescent moon shone like a gleaming diamond.
Currently, I am depleting my time here as I enjoy the beautiful scenery in the middle of the night, randomly brooding and fetching fresh air.
'Hey! Do you have plans in finding your mate?' my wolf, Violet, inquired as I scrutinized the river in front of me with a frown. She knew I didn't want to discuss it very well, but she kept prodding me.
I am Gwen, the noblest wolf of the Blood Moon Pack, and yes, I am different from every other member of my kind. I turned eighteen yesterday, which means I have to find my mate. However, I refused to have one, which was solace because I had no plan to meet my mate.
Growing up in solitude is the finest thing ever, not because I hate to have friends but because that's the best way to preserve my life. To evade interactions and obscure my existence from the vicious cubs. Honestly, I have one friend, just one friend. His name is Matt. He is the Beta of the Sprew Moon Pack, but I had no idea who was the Alpha and Omega of their pack. Well, knowing their information wasn't my cup of tea.
I am a silver werewolf, and our breed was rare because of our extraordinary ability to heal the physical state of the werewolves. Our blood was highly versatile. We could dedicate it to someone who needed it and save lives.
'We don't need one, Violet. It's destruction, you know.'
'But you should have a mate!' Violet whined. 'I need him!'
'For what? We’re strong, and that's enough to live.'
'But you are 18. If you don't find him, I will end up vulnerable!'
'Don't worry, Violet. We're young, and our strength still has much more growing to do.'
Violet rolled her eyes at me, and I could glimpse it in my head
'You're lucky you're beautiful, or I would call you stupid.'
'Will you clam up? Why are you obsessed with seeing him when we can't even be sure if he's good or evil? What if he's also a hunter of silver wolf and greedy? Do you want us dead or alive?' I rolled my eyes at her in my mind.
Silence lingered for a moment after delivering those words; then, I recalled the stories of silver werewolves slain by some greedy packs living in the forest. Since the blood of silver werewolves was universal, Valir and other packs were hunting us to be part of their alliance. Whoever fought and refused will end up lifeless.
Those are why my parents hid me in the forest, far from the others, to maintain my health and preserve my life because innumerable foes were thirsty for my blood.
'I'm sorry. I just want to see him."
Shaking my head in incredulity. "If this is just for your petty desire, c'mon, Violet, stop that. I'm not interested."
Having someone who will protect me is not included in my goals, not even part of my vocabulary; despite the fact that my parents told me I have to find my mate, I still cannot let that happen because if my mate died, my life would also be over, and that's what I fear most of all. I would rather die under my fate's will than at my mate's hands.
'Hey! Do you smell that?'
'What?'
Looking around, I scanned both sides to see if there was an indication of any creature nearby, but then a sudden gust of wind blew through my senses, compelling me to stand to find the possible source up.
Suddenly, a loud growl reverberated in the quiet forest, sending shivers down my spine until it stopped and a fragrance of citrus invaded my nostrils. This time, the only sounds around me were the crows and the breeze rustling as I continued walking through the forest, my eyes locked on the ground beneath me as I strode. It's too dark, and maybe it's time for me to go home.
'Mate! He's here!" Violet shrieked in my mind, which surprised me.
'Calm down, Violet! There's no way we'll catch him right now,' I said as I continued walking.
'Alpha!'
'How could you deduce he was an Alpha, huh?'
'I just know it!' she claimed confidently.
Instead of hearing her assertion, I began walking, although Violet kept telling me to stop.
I was about to run, but a sudden white werewolf ran towards me. I was surprised when the werewolf tackled me aggressively onto the ground, pinning me down. Then the citrus scent hit me hard, and I realized it was indeed him.
"Alpha..." I mumbled as I met his sapphire eyes. It's majestic. But hell, I don't care.
He then stepped back, allowing me to stand up and regain my senses. I endeavored to stay subdued, but I was dying in utmost apprehension internally. Not because I'm scared of him but because I'm more than afraid that he will find out my true identity.
After a fleeting moment, he strode toward me and pivoted me while scrutinizing my whole figure. I remained hushed, nevertheless. I hated to admit it, but the way his majestic eyes met mine sent me an indescribable fervor.
'Mate!' Violet screamed in my mind as I saw how delighted she was to see him.
'Shut up, Violet!" I retorted as I glanced down at my feet, forcing myself not to look aggravated.
'We have to run!' I suggested.
'No! He will find us even if we escape!'
I was interrupted when the Alpha growled. Then he strode toward me, lifted my chin with his nose, and sniffed at me with his eyes full of intense curiosity,
For a moment, I was brooding if I should run and escape. But my thoughts swiftly faded away, and it shifted to another disturbance nearby, rendering me to swivel around. I was stunned by sight before me, yet a sense of foreboding settled over my heart when I recognized who it was.
It was Matt in his wolf form, running through the trees at full speed toward me. He then hid behind the tree and shifted into a human form.Afterward, he showed up with his naked torso drenched in sweat and disheveled hair. But it cannot change the fact that he still looked handsome.The Alpha also walked behind the other tree, then Matt grabbed my hand and pulled me with him before Alpha could show up. "What are you doing here?""Just getting some fresh air," I mumble. "I was walking home, and he came out of nowhere.""Wrong timing, Gwen.""I know. Is he an Alpha?""Exactly. Now you have to deal with him," he uttered, hurling me a warning glare.Holy shit! This can’t be!"I never expected someone to be in this place, a dark place where danger is lurking," a baritone voice spoke behind us, and I realized it was the Alpha, who was now in his human form, seriously staring at me. If I'm being honest, he has a perfect physique, amethyst eyes, a sharp jawline, and brush-up black hair. He w
"I'll give you two days to prepare yourself because you will be staying with me after that. And I don't care even if I linger for many more weeks, months, or years. I will wait until you accept me." SAFETY of mine is the paramount goal I've been striving for, the most crucial thing in this world. This is why I cannot let anyone find me, or I'll be forced to put them to death, and if I failed, I'd be wrecked. I am glad that Alpha Ace didn't follow me or push boundaries beyond my comfort zone. I knew he was just like the other werewolf who would kill me if he found out I was the silver wolf. Walking to the living room, I was stunned when I saw mom, dad, and my sister sitting around the dining table, all watching me with worried expressions. "What's wrong, mom? Dad? Sister?" I questioned as I strode straight to the refrigerator to grab a glass of water. My sister, Filomena, had her brown hair tied into low ponytails. She wore white tights and a blue crop top with red flat shoes. She
"Are you attracted to him, Gwen?" Matt questioned as he spun around, a severe expression that could be viewed in his dark orb, which baffled me."Wait, is that even necessary?""I just wanna know. So, please be honest with your feelings."One of my brows furrowed upon hearing his utterances. How dare he ask me like that? "He's handsome, yet annoying. But if I'm being honest, I hate this place. I don't want to be with him, Matt. Why are you asking me such a ridiculous question when you were the one who urged me to deal with him."Rolling my eyes in exasperation, I shook my head and then diverted it again to his face, which seemed lost in his senses."You're acting weird. What's wrong?" I asked with curiosity as I bestowed him a concerned look.I anticipated him to convey his reason, but it was contrary to what happened next. He denied it. "Nothing. Just worried."He swiveled around only to find himself looking at nothing in particular."No worries. You'll see me often enough here," he
"You can slap me on my face. Punch me. Hurt me. If that's the only way to make you stay."I glanced at him, and his lovely orbs were staring straight at me. My heart thumped aggressively when I saw his intense stare at me, so I decided to avert my gaze again.'Why so rude to my mate?' Violet retorted as if she was dissented and was annoyed by my behavior, but I ignored her."Please, give me time to absorb everything, Alpha Ace. Sorry for being tactless, but don't think I hate you as you are."Something hot in his smile rose after I declared those words. "That's a positive view, I guess.""Oops, I'm sorry, Alpha Ace. I still don't want to have mate, marked my words."I thought he would get offended by those words, but what ensued is contrary to my assumptions. He tossed me a playful smile and said, "Everybody changed their mark after a certain point. Sometimes, people you hate at first will be the ones you love the most.""It's not always the case," I clarified, even though his words s
"I'm not mad. It's just… I'm not used to it. I told you we're contrary despite being your mate. If there's one thing I've been craving for," I trailed off, not knowing how to express myself. "That's the peace." There was a mark of perplexity as I stated those words, and I could sense his overflowing worry by the way he scrutinized every inch of my face as if he was searching for a clue. Unhesitantly, I struggled from under his embrace but stopped halfway when his fingers curled around my wrist, preventing me from leaving; he held me in place, unwilling to let go. Then he pulled me gradually toward the table, which surprised me. "Is there anything wrong?" he asked gently; the warmth in his tone made my heart stutter. "Did I offend you?" "No. That's not what I mean." "Then what? What makes you so distant? There must be a reason, and as your mate, I want you to be honest with me." I was hesitant as he took hold of my hands again, holding them tight. I looked at our joined hands for
"Well, because I thought I might be your mate."At first, I expected him to scoff at me. I should have known better; he was not one to mock someone like me with that kind of matter. But instead, he smiled, albeit a small one, and laughed suddenly. "Just kidding!"The apprehension that kept bubbling inside vanished as it quickly changed into a sigh, and I laughed slightly to conceal my emotion."The truth is I have never wished to have such. The only person who has made me happy was you." there was no indication of lies the moment he conveyed those words, just sincerity."And that's also the thing I told Alpha earlier. That you and my family are paramount of all."He nodded, clearly satisfied by my utterances. I continued walking, but then I was forced to stop when he called my name again, causing me to turn around and face him. "Yes?""Just in case you don't feel good about staying with the Alpha's house, feel free to tell me. I'll find a way to help you."His eagerness could be seen
"If you are willing to be close to her, you should start by supporting whatever she does. If she goes anywhere, it would be aloof of you not to be there."I was impressed by Matt. The way he emitted those words with bravery in front of the Alpha, I could sense how resolute he was to protect me. Matt guided me consistently since day one. For him, he'd rather stay by my side in the middle of peril than question my stubbornness by leaving me unattended."Thanks for letting me know." Alpha Ace deviated his gaze at me, acknowledging my best friend's utterances.*****SITTING in front of the Alpha was one of the most unnerving occurrences that happened to me, not because I was afraid of him but because of the possible upshot that might transpire during the conversation. I was currently depleting my time listening to his explications as I tried not to be rude."Please, let me know next time, okay? I want you safe, Gwen.""You don't have to reiterate that to me, Alpha. Matt wants me safe too
How does it feel to be a normal werewolf without versatile blood and healing ability? How does it feel to have the liberty to live wherever I want without worrying about my future?WAKING up to the sound of noise is what I despise the most. I grew up in solitude, and if I will define my life, the right word is tranquility.I stood up, yawning as it was still early in the morning. I left the room and stopped in the middle of the staircase to check the source. From there, I could see Alpha Ace with his parents conversing with their faces so earnestly that a sudden disturbance caught their attention.Matt?"Alpha, our subordinates were attacked by the black wolves. They need us!" Matt said an urgency as he halted at the door."What happened?!""Omega was waiting for us to be there. And according to him, they managed to stop them. Some were injured, but no one died. However, they all need immediate medical attention.""We'll help you," Mr. Rivo said."But what about Gwen?" Mrs. Athena ask