Serena
It was time for our meeting with Tori, and we were there, waiting anxiously at the quiet southern edge of the old, dense Blood Rose forest. This part of our territory had tall trees that seemed to form a green wall, making it feel like a natural fortress. The air was rich with the earthy smell of fallen leaves, and the distant animal sounds added to the enchanting atmosphere.My heart was a sea of emotions in turmoil. My hope of seeing Tori once more and finally bringing Mathilde's malevolence to an end filled me with a mix of eager anticipation and lingering dread. The past few months had been a relentless battle against the oppressive darkness that Mathilde had cast upon me and everyone around her. I used to be a helpless victim in her presence. But now, as we waited for Tori, a tiny glimmer of hope began to flicker. Whatever she would bring us tonight would define the course of our journey towards getting justice.Finally, Ashford, Damon, and I arrivedSerenaTension hung heavy in the air as Damon, Ashford, and I found ourselves encircled by Mathilde and her menacing entourage. My heart raced, and my fists clenched tightly at my sides. Anger and disappointment radiated from my glare directed at my half-sister, Tori, who now stood in shame behind her mother."What have you done?" I demanded, my voice trembling with a mix of anger and sorrow. Tori's tears flowed freely, and her guilt was evident in every sob that wracked her fragile frame. “We trusted you, Tori! You promised to do the right thing this time!”Hearing that, Mathilde sneered at me with a wicked grin. "Do you expect my daughter to betray me? Dream on!" Her voice was chilling and calculating, and her eyes gleamed with a twisted sense of satisfaction.Damon stepped forward, looking at the commanding guards who threatened us. "How dare you point your weapons at me! Have you forgotten who I am? I am the Alpha Heir of Blood Rose.Hi
DamonAfter the formal challenge had been accepted, we found ourselves standing in the heart of the Blood Rose pack's territory. Over time, this place had become the customary arena for those seeking to challenge the reigning alpha for their position.The members of the Blood Rose pack had gathered to witness this fight to the death. I was fully aware that this duel would only conclude when one of us lay lifeless. It weighed heavily on my heart that either my father or I would meet our demise, but I had reconciled with this grim reality the moment I decided to contest his authority. Knowing my father, he would sooner see me dead or meet his own end than let me take charge of his pack.At last, the shofar resounded, a ram's horn instrument signaling the commencement of our confrontation. In the blink of an eye, my father transformed into his renowned wolf form, inciting terrified screams from the onlookers. Indeed, my father's wolf form was the stuff of nightmares.I foll
SerenaI woke up to a faint scent of herbs in the air. Blinking my eyes open, the light filtered through my half-closed lids, forcing me to squint. I was welcomed by the blinding light on the white ceiling. To shield my eyes from the brightness, I instinctively used my arms as a makeshift shield.As I stirred, a low groan involuntarily escaped my lips, which appeared to startle the man seated beside me. When he leaned it, I relaized it was Ashford. His face bore a mixture of worry and relief as he met my groggy gaze.“Serena? I am glad you’re finally awa
AlexeiI woke up to a terrible smell, a mix of rat waste and urine. The air was wet, and every drop of water made a faint, echoing sound. It wasn't very bright inside, and slowly, I realized that I was stuck in a dungeon. Confusion filled my thoughts as I tried to understand how I had ended up here.Recollection started to come back, like a distant memory emerging from the shadows. I had told Serena that I would investigate the place where she was supposed to meet Tori. In reality, I had a deeper reason - to make sure Tori was safe during the secret meeting. I had sneaked into the packhouse and quietly climbed the balcony to reach Tori's room. But
SerenaThe air became heavy with tension as the guy in the black cloak stepped into the dim light of the cavern. His presence cast eerie shadows on all our faces, and the flames flickered, making the walls dance with their uncertain light, revealing my startled expression. My eyes widened, caught between surprise and caution.Damon and I fell silent, exchanging glances between us and the mysterious man, searching for answers. Ashford shot quick, puzzled glances at us until finally turning to the mysterious guy. With a little nod, he signaled for the man to reveal his true identity.
DamonThe entire situation went completely haywire when this mysterious individual emerged from his tent. A sudden silence fell upon us as we laid eyes on him – a perfect replica of Alpha Roman, the ruthless leader of Blood Rose Pack. It sent shivers down our spines, and an odd tension descended upon us like a dense fog.This guy had this eye patch covering his left eye, the only thing setting him apart from my father. Confusion was written all over our faces, but things got even more confusing when this stranger rushed straight at me. Without hesitation, he wrapped me up in a tight hug, tears pouring down his face like I was some lost treas
SerenaIn the middle of the heartfelt conversation, one of Roman's men arrived with Alexei trailing behind. Seeing him, I couldn’t help but feel angry.I stormed over to Alexei, frustration bubbling within me like a raging typhoon. My eyes demanded answers, but his nonchalant smirk only fueled the fire."Where the hell have you been?" I demanded, my voice sharper than intended.Alexei shrugged, that infuriating smirk never leaving his face. "I don't really feel like talking about it."My temper flared. How could he smirk like that when everything was falling apart around us?"We don't have the luxury of your silence right now, Alexei. I need to know where you've been. Did you even have a single clue about what we had been through? We’ve been through hell! And now you’re—”“Well, I’ve been through hell too!” he retorted. I could see how desperate he was in suppressing his anger. “Please, just leave me alone. I can’t deal with this now.”I took a deep breath, trying to rein in my emotio
SerenaOur wedding preparations happened in a rush, with only a few hours to pull everything together in a quiet forest clearing. Wildflowers, hastily gathered, lined a makeshift aisle leading to an altar crafted from woven branches adorned with whatever blooms we could find. The night rushed upon us, urging us to finish the preparations before darkness settled in.Roman and his group, wearing simple clothes, quickly helped. Damon, dressed up but showing signs of our lives as banished wolves, stood at the makeshift altar. I wore a dress with leaves and flowers, standing beside him under the stars.Roman, the venerable leader of the camp who took us, assumed the role of officiant. His eyes bore into ours with a mix of solemnity and warmth.As he started the ceremony, he raised his hand, capturing everyone's attention."Damon and Serena," Roman began, "today we stand beneath the open sky, surrounded by the very essence of nature, to witness the binding of your