With Scyther's instructions echoing in my mind, I swiftly navigated the labyrinthine corridors of the Moonstone Pack. Each step was deliberate, my senses heightened as I tried to recall the details he had mentioned. I turned left at the first intersection, my footsteps quick but silent. The dimly lit passageway stretched out before me, casting eerie shadows along the walls. As I ventured deeper into the labyrinth of corridors, a sense of urgency fueled my every step. "Left, right, left... no, was it right, left, right?" I muttered to myself, my voice barely audible in the deafening silence. Frustration tugged at the corners of my mind. But then, as if the universe conspired in my favor, I stumbled upon a familiar junction. It was a narrow opening tucked behind a crumbling stone wall. A rush of relief surged through me, brightening the determination in my eyes. "This is it," I whispered triumphantly. "I remember now." With a surge of adrenaline, I squeezed through the tight spa
My anger simmered, mingling with a sense of disappointment. I had trusted Simon to carry out his duty, to keep watch over Florence and ensure her confinement. And yet, he had failed me. "You don't know who that woman is. The Alpha will kill us all" I snarled. Simon's face turned pale. The fear in his eyes was palpable, a stark reminder of the consequences of failure. "I... I understand, Beta Clifford. I will accept whatever punishment you deem fit," Simon whispered, his voice barely audible. “Oh, it is not me who will set the punishment. It was the Alpha” I swiftly rose from my seat and left my office, the urgency of the situation pulsing through my veins. Through the mindlink, I gave out an order. ‘Gather the search party! I want every available pack member on high alert. We need to find a woman that escaped not too long ago and bring her back, no matter the cost!’ I heard my pack members spring into action. I descended the stairs, my footsteps echoing with authority, until I r
Florence My heart skipped a beat as I froze in my tracks. The echoes of paws and footsteps reverberated through the air, growing louder with each passing second. Panic surged within me. “What the hell was that?” I swiftly scanned my surroundings, searching for a possible hiding spot or an escape route. With bated breath, I raced deeper into the forest, my eyes shifting between the path ahead and the looming darkness behind me. The moonlight filtered through the canopy above, casting ethereal beams of light that guided my way. Every muscle in my body coiled with tension. I moved with a fluidity born of instinct and survival. Using my enhanced vision, I navigated through the maze of trees, avoiding branches with an uncanny grace. With each passing moment, the sounds of paws faded into the distance. I took a moment to catch my breath. All of a sudden, the once-quiet forest came alive with the rhythmic thud of heavy footfalls, drawing nearer and faster. Echoing through the trees, th
Despite the exhaustion that seeped into my bones and the warm trickle of blood staining my clothes, I pressed on. I could feel my energy waning, my body yearning for rest, but the urgency of my escape pushed me forward.Every breath was a battle, my lungs burning with exertion. The pain in my leg and arm radiated with each stride. My surroundings became a blur as I sprinted through the dense forest. The rhythmic pounding of my heartbeat echoed in my ears, driving me to new heights of endurance.Branches whipped against my skin, leaving stinging trails in their wake, but I ignored them. My vision narrowed, and my focus honed on the singular goal of escape. Sweat mixed with blood on my brow, my body trembling with the strain of exertion.Heart pounding in my chest, I cast a qu
With a final, lingering glance at Clifford, I turned my back to him and faced the vast expanse before me."Stop right there, Florence!" Clifford's voice echoed behind me, a warning laced with desperation followed by a sound of rhythm of footsteps, running towards me.Turning my head just enough to catch a glimpse of him, I winked at him with a smile on my face, "Sorry, but I don't take orders from anyone."And then, with a deep breath, I stepped off the edge, plunging into the unknown.As I soared through the air, defying gravity for a fleeting moment, my gaze locked with Clifford's piercing eyes. In that split second, I saw a flicker of surprise and something else I couldn't quite decipher. But be
When I noticed the sky was getting brighter, I groaned in irritation because it meant it was already dawn. I felt a sense of urgency and a tinge of frustration as time appeared to slip through my fingers. How could the hours have passed so quickly? With a slow exhale, I willed myself to shift back into my human form, the familiar sensation of bones shifting and muscles realigning washing over me. As the fur faded, I stood on two legs once more, feeling the weight of my humanity settle upon me. Though I was no longer in my wolf form, I couldn't shake off the remnants of weariness that clung to my limbs. The physical toll of my escape had taken its toll, leaving me feeling weak and drained. With a determined shake of my head, I pushed aside my frustrations and focused on the task at hand. I hurriedly dressed myself, slipping into my worn-out clothes with practiced ease. My movements were sluggish. Each garment clung to my tired body. “I thought we would heal for a few hours” I gru
The dining room felt suffocatingly quiet as I sat across from Nicholas, our silence echoing louder than words. The guard's escort had led me here. Two days have passed since my failed escape. And I was locked the whole time in a room within this foreboding estate.Suddenly, he broke the silence as he put the glass of wine on the table, looking at me, “I hope you made a lot of reflection in two days of being locked in your room”I gazed at Nicholas, frustration boiling beneath my skin like molten lava. "You must understand," he continued, "Attempting another escape will only lead to more consequences."I clenched my fists, "Consequences? What more could you possibly do to me?" My voice dripped with disdain.Nicholas's jaw tensed, "Circumstances demand a certain course of action."I glared daggers at Nicholas, my frustration boiling over. "Why are you doing this to me? We should have rejected each other from the start!"He stayed silent, which only made me angrier. "Say something!" I y
It’s been a week, and I've been pouring my energy into fixing up this old cabin, determined to make it more livable. The place had a rustic charm, but I was aiming to spruce it up and bring some life back into its worn-out insides.First things first, I tackled the mess—cleaning off years of cobwebs. Bit by bit, I wiped down surfaces, scrubbed floors, and let some fresh air into the rooms. The kitchen needed a lot of work. I sorted out the cabinets, spruced up the old countertops with a fresh coat of paint, and finally managed to clean most of the stubborn rust stains in the sink. In the living room, I rearranged the furniture to make the most of the space. I paid special attention to the fireplace. After clearing out the ashes, I stacked some wood nearby, to use on chilly nights.The bedroom got a makeover too. I swapped out the old linens for fresh sheets, adding a cozy vibe to the place. I threw in a few personal touches, like a rug and some decorations. I was really busy chopping