Lucy's POV
In the softly lit room's hush, Katherine's words broke the silence, gently revealing the details of who I was. With each word, the room filled with the gravity of revelations, hinting at changes in how I saw myself and understood my life. The calmness of the room allowed her voice to weave a narrative that unfolded slowly, like the petals of a flower opening to the sunlight.
In a quiet moment, Katherine, her voice adopted a gentle cadence tinged with a touch of apprehension, initiated a conversation with me.
"Lucy, it's time you learn the truth about your family and where you come from," She expressed, her gaze fixed on me.
My eyes widened with curiosity as I took a deep breath in, more than ready to know the whole truth about myself. In that moment, a sense of expectation hung in the air and I could feel the anticipation building within me as I prepared to hear a story that held the potential to transform the core of who I thought I was.
"Mason," the name slipped from Katherine's lips.
With her utterance, diverse thoughts raged within my mind. I adjusted myself from where I sat, my heart pounding, waiting expectantly to hear the remainder of her words behind the name.
"Mason." Katherine uttered again, her tone breaking in-between. She looked really scared and unsure. Her eyes kept moving around, avoiding looking at me directly, and her lips trembled as if she wanted to say something but couldn't.
I could feel the heaviness of her fear in the room, creating an uncomfortable atmosphere. It was obvious that talking was hard for her, and every time she glanced around, I could sense the struggle within her. I could tell she silently wished for me to understand the fear that was difficult for her to put into words.
Not until I drew nearer and held her firmly around her shoulder, she was unable to stare at me in the face. She took a deep breath in and eventually spoke up.
"Mason, Ma… Ma… Mason is not your Father,"
Her words sounded like a bomb in a shell. I suddenly changed, and my voice, which was usually calm, started to stutter. The heavy truth seemed to make me uncomfortable. No, I was uncomfortable and it was evident in the way I spoke. My usual calm and collected manner wavered as I tried to come to terms with the significant impact of the newfound revelation.
With just her words, everything about the man I thought of as a father transformed into something different. He became more of a guardian, a protector, rather than the fatherly figure I had always seen him as. The impact of this revelation echoed in my thoughts, reverberating through the depths of my mind and shaping the way I perceived things.
I knew there were other shocking truths about to be revealed by her. I had to hold my peace but yet, I could not resist the tears dropping from my eyes as I held a fistful of my tattered gown, firmly.
"I'm listening," I said to her with a stammering tone. She held back a little bit as I could sense the crack in her tone. She took a brief look at me before looking straight to the ground.
Katherine began to unfurl the saga of my lineage. She spoke of my parents. My Father was an Alpha and my mother the Luna of the Cyclone pack and I'm their only daughter.
Their unwavering strength and wisdom had guided our pack through the ebb and flow of time. With the help of Mason, who was the right hand Man of my Father, he helped protect the pack against intruders.
But then again, my mother, a seer and a wolf of unparalleled prowess, who stood at the heart of the tale. Her abilities, a potent blend of foresight and instinct, made her a beacon coveted by rogues who sought to harness her power for their own nefarious ends.
In the heart of the forest that surrounded the pack, my mother could see things that others couldn't, like the future and dangers that were coming. When a big threat approached the pack, she became very important. She would warn my Father about the danger using the visions she had.
Sometimes, she would stay near the pack, watching out for any danger. She would quietly give advice to My Father helping the pack to avoid bad situations. Her special ability made her like a guardian for the pack, always on the lookout for trouble and keeping everyone safe.
But when my Mother was pregnant with me, something happened and that led to the loss of my parents. As her belly swelled with the promise of new life, her visions began to wane. The life growing within her seemed to harness her powers, muffling the whispers of the future that once flowed freely through her mind.
"Thinking about that hurt, I never meant to do that… I felt like it was all my fault,"
I was the seed that tampered with her powers. I can't get it off my mind, how she felt towards me.
Since Katherine was the closest handmaiden of my Mother, she was watched as my Father watched with concern as his beloved struggled with her gift. He knew that her visions were their pack's shield against danger, and without them, they were vulnerable.
As the moon waxed and waned, my Mother's belly grew rounder, and her visions grew fainter. The pack sensed the shift in the air, a palpable tension that hung over them like a storm cloud. Without my Mother's guidance, they felt exposed, unsure of what dangers lurked beyond the safety of their den.
One fateful night, the night my Mother gave birth to me and as the pack slept beneath the watchful gaze of the stars, a threat descended upon them like a shadow. Wolves, driven by hunger and desperation, encroached upon their territory, their eyes glinting with malice. My Mother stirred from her slumber, her senses tingling with a sense of foreboding.
With a heavy heart, she realized that her visions had failed her when they were needed most. The life within her she had just conceived, had sapped her powers, leaving her unable to protect her pack from the impending danger. As the wolves closed in, my Mother instincts kicked into overdrive, her maternal instincts driving her to protect her unborn pup at all costs.
With Katherine's words, I was made to believe that she loved me. Yes, I felt guilty, anyone could have after knowing I'm the cause of it all… if not for me, maybe my parents would still be alive.
Katherine held me by my shoulder when I could no longer hold my tears. She asked me to look into her eyes and she continued with the story.
In the aftermath of the war that engulfed the Cyclone pack, my cry as a baby cut through the chaos. My parents gazed at me with a mixture of love and sorrow. The battlefield, strewn with remnants of the conflict, echoed the price they paid to protect their pack.
"She has my powers but she is too young to wield it… it will consume her," My Mother whispered.
Katherine watched as she pressed her palm against my forehead with her eyes closed. She whispered a few words that no one understood and in no time, opened her eyes.
She turned to Katherine and said to her. "She can't know who she is until she is of age… Her powers will try to force their way out… that'll be the best time to tell her the truth,"
Katherine nodded as she didn't understand at that moment what she meant by her words.
Faced with the uncertainties of the ongoing struggle, a difficult decision loomed. In an act of immense sacrifice, my parents turned to Mason and entrusted me to the care of Mason, the loyal beta. His solemn eyes held the weight of the responsibility bestowed upon him. The air buzzed with tension as my tiny form was passed into his protective arms, shielded from the turbulent aftermath of war.
Mason, a steadfast guardian, cradled me with unwavering devotion. Katherine was allowed to follow Mason and see to my safety. The howls of distant wolves and the echoes of a fading war became the backdrop to my newfound existence. In that moment, the war-worn landscape bore witness to an act of parental love transcending the boundaries of conflict.
As Mason carried me away from the battleground, his steps resonated with purpose. The burden of protecting the Alpha's legacy rested on his capable shoulders. Behind us, the Cyclone pack began the process of healing, but the scars of war lingered, etched into the collective memory of our pack. And so, my journey unfolded under the watchful eye of Mason, the silent guardian entrusted with safeguarding the fragile threads of a post-war legacy.
But then, during my escape, Katherine claimed to have seen Alpha Eric, Leo's Father, riding in the pack with his guards. Meaning, he could have been the one who started the war.
I don't know why but that's a question I'm willing to find an answer to.
"Argh argghhhh," Lucy yelled as she ran with every strength she had got.As Lucy ran faster, she felt really scared. Fear made her heart beat faster and her body trembled. She wanted to escape so badly, feeling like she had to survive no matter what.Her heart raced as she dashed through the bushes. She could hear the other wolves chasing after her, their scary growls echoing through the woods. It reminded her how dangerous the situation was.Lucy was sweating a lot, and tears mixed with the dirt on her face. She kept running, even though she was getting really tired. Breathing was hard, and her legs felt heavy, like they might give out at any moment.Fear gripped her heart as she realized she was being pursued, the sound of snapping twigs and heavy panting growing louder with each passing moment.She turned her head to notice the wolves that were after her and could see they were closer than before. Their howls and growls grew louder as if they were ready to pounce on her the moment
Lucy hurried through the bustling field of the Moonshine pack, her heart pounding in her chest as she made her way back to the Royal residence where Isabella, the adopted daughter of the Alpha, resided. The events of the past few hours swirled through her mind like a whirlwind, leaving her feeling disoriented and on edge.As she approached the doorstep of Isabella, Lucy's steps faltered for a moment, her mind filled with apprehension at the thought of facing Isabella's wrath. She knew she had acted recklessly, disappearing for a few hours without reporting back to her post and without a word to anyone and she braced herself for the scolding she was sure to receive.But as she entered through the doorstep, her fears were realized when she came face to face with Isabella, who stood waiting for her with a stern expression on her face. "Lucy," she chided, her voice tinged with frustration, "where have you been? You know better than to wander off without permission."Lucy hung her head, u
With Alpha Eric standing in front of her, Lucy felt her heart drop to her stomach. She felt a chill run down her spine as his massive, menacing form stood tall in the doorway, his stern eyes locked on her.Lucy realized at that very instant that she was in serious jeopardy. Lucy," Alpha Eric's voice boomed, cutting through the silence like a thunderclap. "What is the meaning of this?"Lucy's throat went dry as she struggled to form a coherent response. She could feel the weight of his gaze bearing down on her, his piercing eyes seeming to bore into her very soul. She knew that she had to choose her words carefully, for any misstep could spell disaster."Alpha Eric," she began, her voice trembling slightly despite her efforts to maintain composure. "I... I was just..."But before she could finish her sentence, Alpha Eric's expression hardened into a mask of displeasure."Save your excuses, Lucy," he snapped, his voice cutting like a knife through the air. "I will not tolerate this act
Lucy ran with every strength she'd got, crashing through the bushes and tall grasses of the forest, stumping on dried leaves and branches so that they made some creaking sounds. She peeked behind her, constantly as she made an effort to lose the guards that ran after her. She gasped and breathed heavily, holding on to the wish to outrun them. It was either to stop and be captured or run and stay alive. She could hear the sound of their footsteps which became more audible as she ran. The sound of their growls was scary enough to make her quiver and made her have thoughts of what might happen if she was to be caught She merely escaped from the Moonshine pack where she had to labor as a handmaid in the Royal residence of Alpha Eric and Luna Ava. Though she didn't work directly for them but for their daughter, Isabella. Though Isabella was not the biological daughter of Alpha Eric. She was the daughter of his Beta who died alongside him with his mate during a war. Alpha Eric had to tak
Lucy opened her eyes which were still blurry. She shook her head swiftly as she endeavored to notice all that surrounded her. Being oblivious to her surroundings, it took her a while before she detected the iron door that was fixed to the wall, keeping her from breaking out, and the dried leaves that were strewn all over the ground. She was struck with fear when a rat squeaked by, climbing over her back. She moved with great rapidity and with a sudden sharp scream. Her legs dangled, scattering the leaves as she crawled hurriedly and leaned her back against the wall. She gasped for breath as it took a toll on her. "Hey, Katherine... You're here," She whispered, her heart racing faster than usual, and maneuvered hastily to where Katherine was. She was unconscious, she tilted her head swiftly so she opened her eyes but it was all in vain. Her head bleeds and there were spots on her face, so obvious that anyone could tell she received an intensified beating. Katherine was the one who as
Lucy walked under the fiery sun, sweating profusely as she made her way to the room where she was kept with Katherine. She hurried away without stopping not until she bumped into Isabella who was already standing in her way. She shrugged and immediately bowed her head. "Where are you off to in such a hurry," Isabella smirked and dared to reach out for her jaw, lifting her head slightly upward so she would make eye contact with her. Lucy struggled as she didn't want that but received a resounding slap that weakened her, causing her eyes to become fuzzy. "You look at me when I'm talking to you," Isabella vocalized with a sharp tone. Lucy slowly raised her head high up and stared at Isabella, solemnly with a straight face. She was angered, every instinct of her body telling her to fight back but she decided to keep her calm. Her eyes caught Marie who stood behind Isabella. Marie fixed her eyes on her for a moment but then, Lucy was smart enough to read the look on her face as it gav
"How could I perceive this scent, how is this possible," Lucy said in a low tone with her lips partly apart. "I don't even have my wolf yet," She pondered as she trod along the path which the scent she perceived had taken her to. She watched back and forth to see if anyone was following her trail as she could not be found roaming about in such a restricted area. The scent became stronger and soon sensed it must be Leo. She was brought to a stop when she got to a balcony that looked like an abandoned site. She sighted no one but yet, it was the place the scent stopped. She proceeded stealthily without her foot, making a slight sound. "Leo,' She uttered with a soft voice when she sighted him, standing only a few strides away from her. He looked fit in his black jacket and black jeans as he seemed to stand in a stance. "Lucy, you are here, how come," Leo said as he turned around to notice her. Lucy didn't get what he meant by his words, rather, she rushed at him and embraced him firml
Lucy walked sluggishly along the path that led to the meadow where she was stationed. Uncontrollable tears rolled down her cheek as she could not fathom what happened between him and Leo but yet, strived to put on a smile on her face when a few guards passed by. Thought of Leo rejecting her pestered her mind, having a nostalgic recollection of the plans she made after figuring out he was her mate. "I'm lost, why did he do it… Like he was scared of his Father," She whispered, silently and rubbed the tears on her face. She bowed her head and strolled away hurriedly when a guard approached her. "Father, I don't know what to do… I'm never getting out of here," She shut her eyes and gulped. Her heart raced, chest lingering upward and downward, so apparent that anyone could notice her restlessness. She was oblivious to her surroundings and didn't see Isabella already standing in her way. She walked into her and at that instant, apologized for not being watchful. She was about to take