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As Liam emerged from the cave, he felt the icy wind slice through his fur, sending shivers down his spine. The snow was deep, and he had to struggle to make any headway as he made his way to a nearby lake.His hunger and thirst gnawed at him, but he knew he had to be cautious. The rogues could be anywhere, and he couldn't let his guard down for a moment. His father's former pack was always watching, waiting for an opportunity to strike. Liam had to be careful, especially in his wolf form, which made him a prime target.As he approached the lake, he sniffed the air, scanning for any hint of danger. The smell of fresh water was tantalizing, and he lapped at the edge of the lake, savoring the cool, clear liquid. His thirst was quenched, but his hunger still rumbled in his belly.Liam lifted his head and surveyed his surroundings, searching for any sign of the rogues. He could see for miles, thanks to his sharp wolf vision. The snow-covered hills were barren, and the only sound was the ru
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Penelope was feeling extremely anxious as she tossed and turned in her bed the night before meeting Mrs. Wilson. The thought of having to face such a powerful and intimidating woman had her feeling scared and nervous. As the night wore on, Penelope started to develop a pounding headache. The pain was so intense that it made her shake and sweat. She could feel her temperature rising and knew that she was getting a fever.Her mother, who was in the next room, could sense that something was wrong and came to check on her. "Penelope, are you okay? What's wrong?" she asked, concerned."I don't know, mother. I have this terrible headache, and I feel feverish," Penelope replied, her voice trembling.Her mother immediately called for one of the guards stationed outside to go and fetch the physician. "Please hurry," she instructed the guard.As they waited for the physician to arrive, Penelope's headache grew worse. She felt as though her head was being squeezed in a vise, and the pain was bec
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Liam's eyes scanned the dark, moonless sky, and the forest floor as he stepped out of the cave. He took a deep breath, letting the cold air fill his lungs. The hunger and thirst were overwhelming, and he could feel the primal urge to hunt coursing through his veins. He knew he needed to feed, but he also knew that he couldn't risk being caught in his current state.He prowled through the forest, his senses heightened by his wolf form. Every sound, every movement, and every scent was amplified in his mind. His keen eyesight allowed him to see through the darkness, and his sharp hearing picked up the faintest of sounds. He could hear the scurrying of small animals, the rustling of leaves, and the distant howl of a pack.As he moved deeper into the forest, he felt his muscles ripple beneath his fur. The strength and power of his wolf were intoxicating, and Liam reveled in the sensation. He was faster and more agile but terribly hungry. He felt like he could take on anything and anyone, a
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"Mrs. Wilson is already here. And she's waiting for you to be done. Everything has been set and your father has given the go-ahead. Everything will be done by midnight while everyone is asleep. So you will be going to bed once the pain subsides."As Penelope's mother sat by her bedside, her face radiated with a sense of calmness, even though she was deeply worried about her daughter's condition. She had been consulting with Wilson who had recommended that her daughter be prepared before undergoing the procedure.Penelope was laid on her bed as the maids carefully washed her with a mixture of vinegar and water, which was believed to have antiseptic properties. The concoction had a pungent smell that made her nose wrinkle, but she bore it without a word of complaint.The maids were clueless about what was going on, but they went about their duty with precision, gently washing Penelope's body from head to toe. They brushed her hair and massaged her scalp with rosemary oil, which was beli
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The stillness of the air was shattered by the sound of distant screams, the clashing of metal, and the shattering of wood. The once serene night was now filled with the chaos of battle. The noise grew louder and closer, a cacophony of blood-curdling cries and the clash of swords. The ground shook beneath their feet as the sound of something heavy crashed to the earth. Penelope clutched her mother's hand tightly, her heart racing with fear and uncertainty. The door to their room burst open, and one of the guards appeared, his face contorted with terror."Your Highnesses, we are under attack!" he shouted, his voice barely audible over the deafening noise outside. "A Lycan has breached the perimeter and is attacking the Pack! He can't be stopped."Penelope's heart sank as she heard the news. The Lycans were known for their brutality and lack of mercy. She felt helpless, resigned to her fate as she knew the odds were not in their favor. But she was very confused, as to why a Lycan would a
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Penelope and her mother remained hidden behind the wardrobe, listening as the sound of the Lycan wolf's growls gradually faded away. Penelope could feel her heart pounding in her chest, her breath coming in short gasps. She was so scared that she can barely move, barely even think.And then, suddenly, there was a scent in the air that she recognized immediately. It was a sweet, comforting scent, and it fills her with a sense of calm and safety. She knew who it was before she even looked up. And when her wolf muttered, "Mate" she was utterly shocked."Liam," she whispered, her voice barely more than a breath.Her body screamed at her to run to him, to wrap her arms around him, and never let go. As Penelope laid her eyes on Liam, fear and confusion overwhelmed her. She could not believe that the man she loves could attack her father, but at the same time, she cannot ignore the feeling of love that still burns within her for him. Liam is a mess of emotions, his face contorted with rage
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Liam grabbed Penelope tightly by the hand, ready to flee from the room, but before they could make their escape, the sound of boots pounding on the stone floor caught their attention. Suddenly, the door burst open and a team of guards barged into the room, weapons drawn.Liam was caught off guard, but he quickly took action, shifting back into his Lycan form and lunging towards the attackers. He threw the first few guards across the room with ease, but soon, they swarmed him from all sides, attacking him with swords and shields and claws and rage.Penelope watched in horror as Liam struggled to fight them off, his body being struck again and again by their weapons. Blood was everywhere, and Penelope could barely breathe as she watched him being beaten to a pulp.Despite his injuries, Liam fought on, his eyes filled with an intense determination to protect Penelope at all costs. But it was clear that he was outnumbered and outmatched, and soon, he was lying on the floor, bleeding profu
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"Don't let them escape!!" Penelope shuddered at the unmistakable, gruff voice of her father. All he could do in his immobile state was yell out the command while his subjects did his bidding. Liam's muscles were on fire as he lifted Penelope off the ground, his heartbeat thundering in his chest as he carried her in his arms. With every step he took, he felt the weight of his past mistakes weighing down on him. But he refused to let that hinder his mission - to keep Penelope safe at all costs.As they moved through the secret passageway leading out of the packhouse, Liam stumbled a time or two, but he pushed on, determined to escape the clutches of the pack. The passageway was dark and narrow, and he could barely see a few feet ahead of him. But he trusted his instincts and kept moving forward, relying on his years of experience as a shapeshifter to guide him.Penelope clung to him tightly, her fingers digging into his skin as they made their way through the dark, damp passageway.
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