I saw the disgusted look on my mom's face as she looked from me to Collin before fixing her eyes on me. But no glare scared me like that of Walter's.Walter steps up from behind my mom, his arms still folded and said "Alessia, what are you doing here?" I saw the anger in his eyes, felt it more in his voice. I quickly rose to my feet, looking down to see the poker look on Collin's face. How does he always manage to keep cool? Nothing ever surprises him."Uncle..." I stuttered."And who is that?" My mom asked, her eyes diverted to Collin.Collin stands up and speaks "I'm Collin.""And who are you?" She pressed."Mom, please," I cut her off "he's my friend""I think it's time for you to leave the party sweetheart" Joxer said with a mischievous smile.I turned to look at Collin for the last time and told him quietly "I need to go" I didn't wait for his reply before matching away towards my mom and bumping a shoulder with her as she still stood there staring at Collin. I walked away, out

Collins POVI have never felt so humiliated all my life, maybe sometime ago when I really can't remember but tonight hit a bit different. I was having a good time in a long while with Alessia and her family couldn't just wait to help ruin it. Spending time with her made me feel safe and at home, she reminded me so much of my mother.Taking a seat on the bench under the street light just opposite my house. I took in a deep breath, exhaling into the silent night. Everything appears to be on a pause, like someone held it down for me to think. The night of my mother's death came rushing at me like a dam of enclosed waters.Sometimes, I wish my mum was still alive. The I wouldn't have had to be moving around like a nomad. Not to sound like an ungrateful bitch, it's just that I would have preferred living in a particular place and making actual friends. Meeting Alessia and getting attached to her is scary for me, but then the more I try to pull away from her the more something deep inside o

Collin's POVThe weekend wasn't so bad after all, spent enough time with my family especially my brothers. And getting a hold of Alessia's text on Saturday had my heart singing. My wolf was happy through the rest of the day, and Seth couldn't help but notice me humming to myself. I must admit that boy loves to poke his nose a bit too much.I have never felt so happy to see the four walls of school like I did this morning. Couldn't wait to see Alessia. It felt like ages since I last saw her face. Maybe I came a bit too early to school, because getting to class only few people were around and Alessia was nowhere to be found except for her friend Ashley who had her face buried in her laptop.I wonder what got her so engrossed so early this morning, that girl takes life a bit too serious than expected. She wasn't even a nerd. "Good morning." I almost bit on my tongue when the words came out in a singsong tune. My excitement was getting the better of me.She raised her head a bit, must ha

Alessia's POVTephanie did nothing wrong to me, but I would have loved for some more alone time with Collin and she had to show up at the wrongest of time. But then, what could a girl like her be doing alone in such deserted wood. One might wonder the same for me too, but I am accompanied and Collin looks muscled enough to withstand whatever comes his way. I really do hope nothing does, my attack skills aren't all that affirmed good yet. I cleared my throat when I noticed the both of us still were dazed staring at Tephanie. "We came here for a walk after school. How about you?"Tephanie shrugged, "Decided to breath in some good refreshing air. It's nice out here in the woods.""Finally found someone who agrees to it. Nice meeting you mate." Collin joked. I stared between the both of them hoping there wasn't any sort of connection that might be building up. Tephanie was one of those girls that I worry could get any guy they want and might end up getting whomever I have my eyes on. Wi

Collin's POVI could feel the air tightening around my throat, the woods was misty with cold air. I tried to get a hold of my breath but it was a struggle, and right in front of me was my mother's wolf being thrown violently against a tree and a long sword digging into her belly. Yelling in horror, I woke up back to life sweating profusely and panting heavily. Looking around, it felt relieving to be in my room. Was more taken aback by the pair of eyes staring down at me, I sat up hurriedly. "It's okay Collin. It's just me." Annette said.Taken in a long deep breath, i rested my upper body against the bed frame still trying to steady myself. "You had a nightmare again?" She asked.Everyone in the household knew of my persistent nightmares. Even if I did try to erase the memory of my mother's assassination the nightmares would always serve as a reminder. And it is always the most scary moment for me, it always feels so real. I wiped at my sweaty forehead, taking the glass of water An