Lily’s POV Sauntering along the outskirts of Mistwood Creek, we barely said a word to each other. I held Fiona in my arms, while Clara helped me with Raymond. We walked quite a distance away from the mansion before the silence that hovered above us was finally broken. “Do you think he will be alright?” Clara asked as she suddenly paused walking. “Don't worry too much about it Clara, old man Grayson will be fine,” I replied. Grayson knew he was sick and was on the brink of death, but I was choosing to believe his promise over the true state of his health. She nodded silently. I looked over at Raymond who was hanging peacefully on her shoulder and smiled warmly. “He must have been so tired to fall asleep so soon,” I said. “Yeah, I guess,” She replied. “The sun is already setting, do you think we can make it to Crimson Valley before nightfall?” Clara asked. “We don't seem to have so much of a choice here you know,” I replied. Clara squinted at me. “Do we not?” I noticed t
Shawn’s POVWalking into the tentroom, Martin carried a bowl of hot water with some herbs in it. He walked over to me and placed the tray with the bowl on the table. “What was that about?” He asked as he walked up to me.“Pass me the bowl,” I said to him.He looked at me for a few minutes before walking back towards the table. He gave me a bowl of water and I gulped down the tangy liquid.“That was quick for something that hot,” Martin said as he took the tray out of my hands.“Thank you, Martin,” I said and eased myself under the bed covers.He dropped the tray on the table before returning his attention to me. “Is that it?” He asked as he noticed me preparing to sleep.“What do you want me to say?” I asked him with my eyes closed.“Anything,” He replied.“How about, goodnight,” I said.“Come on Shawn, that is definitely not what I meant and you know it,” He protested.I ignored him and pretended to be asleep. There was no point in repeating the same things we discussed earlier just
Leila’s POVThe council hall was thrown into a state of utter silence at my response. It sure blew them off their feet.“What?” I asked, passing glances at them. “Can't handle my kind gesture?” I asked, fixing my eyes on Marcus.He sure was a man with much beauty, from his fine black eyes to his finely thin lips.He was well-built and had a firm chest. His black hair tousled just perfectly, enhancing his facial glow.Tsk, tsk tsk. Such a shame he would not make it as “Alpha King Marcus.”“Stop giving yourself undue credit, Leila Darkwood. You only know better than to go against my will,” Marcus bellowed.“What?!” I exclaimed.Did he really think I would have lost a case against him? I only was listening to my Father's instructions, because save that, I would have shown them that my authority overruled their Council.“Leila Darkwood, you are openly displaying acts of insubordination and contempt towards the members of this court!” The presiding elder roared.I did not want things to ge
Marcus’s POV Leaving the council room, I was barely able to control my anger. I had stormed out of the council hall in haste, so as not to meet that sly fox with her witch. I was disgusted by her person, by what she stood for, and most importantly, disgusted at the fact that my father, King Adonis would put up with their unruly behavior and demands in exchange for some witchcraft powers, spells, and whatever else he needs from them. “What now?” Winston asked as soon as we arrived at my chambers. I turned and looked at him and for a moment I was lost for words. I had thought that in addition to breaking off the engagement, there would be a heavy punishment that would be given to Leila for all the atrocities she committed, but there was none. “There is someone I need to meet, then I will head to Crimson Valley. Something there made my glowing rune glow brighter,” I replied. If I could not get Leila permanently out of the picture, I needed to get Lily back to my side as soon as
Lily’s POVI turned comfortably and heaved deeply as I opened my eyes to the brightness of day. It had been so long since I had a peaceful night's rest such as this.“Wake up sleepy head,”“Go away Lucas, you should not be disturbing a mother this early in the morning,” I replied.“Why should I? You are in my space and I would love to see your face first thing in the morning,”I immediately sprang up and threw a pillow at him, but he ducked. “Out now!” I yelled and he winked at me before walking out.Such a pervert!“Mother,” Fiona called.I looked back at them lying beside each other. Raymond’s eyes were wide open and staring at me. “How are you darling?” I asked.“What does he want?” Raymond asked.I sighed. “He means no harm,”“You called him a pervert,” He said.“You really need to begin those classes. I have told you it was not polite to peep into people’s thoughts,” I said sternly.“I’m sorry Mother, I just can't help it. Especially when he is around,” Raymond replied.I sighed.
Lily’s POVI turned and looked at Lady Marty, perhaps she was expecting someone, but her expression told the opposite.The next moment, I called my kids to a hush and shoved them into a corner of the room where I hid myself.Why all of a sudden would Queen Laurent send a message for Lady Marty?I gasped at the realization that was dawning on me.Have we been busted? How did they find out about my kids and me, how long did they follow us to be this current on our whereabouts?A series of thoughts ran through my mind as I took the liberty to peek through.Lady Marty hesitated for a minute to collect herself.I heard her clear her throat before she opened the door for the caller.Shortly after, Lady Marty walked back in accompanied by a ghostly figure whose back was against me.“Have a seat, " Lady Marty offered.“Do not worry, I won't stay for long. I'd rather not let the queen hang for a reply while I am pleasing myself”. The ghostly figure that turned out to be a woman replied.Where
Lily’s POV Sitting in our small cabin, I watched the flickering fire of our furnace burn brightly, the warmth of its glow casting dancing shadows across the walls of our humble home. Then I was reminded of the story I used to hear a lot growing up. The story of how I came to be. I sometimes do not want to believe how unfortunate I was.In the heart of Crimson Valley, Mother had ventured into the woods in search of healing herbs to create a potion for the travelers who sojourned in our valley. I could still picture the image those words painted; The verdant canopy overhead, the soft rustle of leaves beneath her feet, and the gentle hum of nature's song all around her.While Mother was happily humming to a song and picking what she needed for her potion, fate had other plans for her. You can say, fate had other plans for ME anyway. A sudden slip, a jagged branch hidden under the soil, and mother found herself lying injured on the forest floor. She was seven months due with me in
Lily’s POVWalking through the dimly lit corridors of our home, I heard faint sound of voices down the hallway and they grew louder as I approached the meeting room.“We are only a small pack and cannot afford such heavy levies for King Adonis!” I heard a voice say.Wondering whose voices they were, I tiptoed towards the meeting room. I peered through the slightly ajar door, I couldn't help but notice the tense atmosphere that hung heavy in the air. Father was sitting on his chair, head bowed in frustration, while other members had on them, agitated faces.“I will relay your message to my brother. But be warned of the consequences of your choices.” I heard another say. He looked different from the members of our pack. He had a black rune on his hands and his hair was long and black.He was from the Twilight Ridge pack. The most powerful wolves in the region.I stood there, hands unmoving, feet stuck to where I stood and my breath became a bit raspy. As the realization of what was to o