Barely Breathing

I took the time to take a bath and chose casual jeans and a black off-shoulder shirt. I tied my hair in a messy bun. Looking at my reflection, a satisfied smile lingered on my lips.

After pacing a few more minutes waiting for Tash to come back, I have grown impatient with it. So, I decided to get some food to eat first. My stomach can't wait any longer. I wonder what took her so long.

Turning on a corner, the alpha's office door was slightly ajar and it felt Deja vu. Curiosity kills the cat and I know I shouldn't, yet I peek, again. Seems like no one's inside, it's too quiet. Just as I was about to go away, hushed voices argued.

"The council has divided beliefs arguing the effects it will bring. They're giving me a headache." It was Luna Fae's voice. My brows knitted together not expecting them to go home up 'til next week.

"They're testing my patience. Those lowly wolves know exactly how I respond to such absurd things. Maybe it's time for them to realize who has the upper hand" It was Xyrus. I can't see them, they might be seated on the sofa.

"No son, you are not to do anything. Let me and your father deal with this." A sighed was heard and the tapping of heels on the tiles echoed like someone was moving.

"Besides, aren't you going to let Willow come in?"

That's when the door fully opened revealing a smiling Luna. Blood rushed through my face, so embarrassed being caught eavesdropping. My face must gave it all since Luna Fae chuckled a little seeing my expression.

This was one of the moments how I wish I was a witch rather than a werewolf. Disappearing whenever you like to, sounds helpful at the moment.

"How have you been dear?" She pulled me into a motherly hug. It was so warm and welcoming. Something stirred in my heart at the act.

Luna Fae is a sweet, caring woman with a delicate heart. She has short brunette hair and a slender figure. High cheeks matched her button nose which highlighted her features.

"I'm good Luna, how's the trip?" She stepped aside so I can come inside. I hesitated but went inside nonetheless.

"It was extraordinary. We are planning to go next week again and head to Egypt. And please call me Fae, you are the Luna now." She giggled, full of enthusiasm.

I smiled shyly. "That is exciting,

dear, you and Xyrus should go." We reached the sofa and I saw Xyrus seating on a single cushioned chair. The loveseat sofa was

I see," Xyrus smirked, he narrowed his eyes once

wearing. I thought we agreed about

asked innocently, smiling on the inside. I took a seat beside Luna but he pulled my hand by surprise

and felt his chin on my shoulder, his hands wrapped around

on the floor to make him pay for touching me or better cut his fingers

uncomfortable." I

werewolves having our chosen mate, especially if the bond was already sealed by the moon goddess. When both marked each other and completed the mating process, they become one. That's why when one's chosen dies, it's hard for the other to live alone. I should know. That's what happened

taking good care

is alright," I replied shyly. Torn between focusing on her and ignoring the devil who was brushing my hair with his fingers. He

care

my ear and whispered

up and excused myself which she politely agreed telling me she wants to talk to me later. I didn't bother looking at the devil who

outside, I let out the breath I was holding and walk almost ran into

thought I could start to know him better, I'm taking it back now. I hate him! I'm not changing because he told me so but because I don't want

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to take a swim at the lake before it freezes into ice and we all agreed

left us and dipped his foot on the water testing

voiced out excitedly. "Jump on

the air before diving straight into

took off my shirt and was about to jump too when a shriek suddenly echoed through the forest, piercing our ears. Cassie was jumping