Filed to story: Heritage of Shadows: Seeking True Mate Free Online
“I am supposed to be preparing you and comforting you. You are worrying for me.” I listened to his sweet voice and could tell he was smiling. “I love you, Clover.”
“I love you, Sion.” We stood there for a quiet moment just holding each other. I listened to the calm soft sounds of the woods. The birds were singing, the tree frogs were chirping, and the wind rustled the leaves lightly. This really was the last calm before the storm.
When we pulled away from each other my body shuddered. Maybe from the chill in the air? Or just from the lack of contact. Sion k!ssed my forehead and then leaned down and lightly placed a feathery k!ss on his mark.
“We need to catch up to the others.” I nodded my head, and we began to walk in the direction of the Chance pack. We didnt speak much. Our fingers and hearts were intertwined. Everything that needed to be said had been. A weight should have been lifted off of my shoulders, but instead, I felt the pressure building on my shoulders. I know that whatever, happens, I will be okay. Sion was here for me, and I was for him. We would both come for each other. This wasnt what was bothering me.
My stomach churned and sharp pains ripped across my chest. Something was wrong but I stayed quiet and tried not to flinch. Dread was filling my insides and I wanted to scream. Why? I dont know. Something was wrong. Sheena paced in my mind and was also agitated. Maybe we were just nervous about our role in the war? No… it was something deeper. Something that I was terrified to examine further, yet had no choice.
Sion looked down at me and I felt his fingers gently squeeze mine. I tried to offer him a smile but the look on my face was more of terror. I couldnt hide my eyes from him. Something was wrong… something terrible. Sions eyes were no longer full of warmth. It seemed like he was upset as well.
My mouth felt dry. Each step seemed to suck the air out of my lungs. I could see our pack just ahead of us as Sion and I rushed to the front. I watched as Sion glanced over at Sam and I did as well. Sam didnt seem to be feeling whatever it was we were.
“We are close,” Sion muttered quietly as he scanned the forest in front of us. “The old oak should be just over that ridge.” I glanced in front of me and the air brought a familiar scent with it. I could smell the Sulfur pack… yet it was the other scent that had me tense. The familiar pungent smell of blood stung my nose. I noticed the warriors demeanor around us suddenly change. They were all on high alert. All of their faces became intense. Noses were in the air and silence blanketed all of us.
As we reached the top of the ridge, we stopped, and looked down at the old oak below us. Sam moved in front of all of us, as he held out an arm, telling us to stop. My eyes scoured the forest below until a familiar face stepped forward. Then more bodies moved into view.
It was Alpha Scott and many of the Sulfur pack members. But something felt wrong. I noticed some wolves had a green-controlling glow while others had a different light. Alpha Scott also had this different light. I pursed my l!ps and searched over the wolves.
Where were Denny, Jude, and Joey? Where was Joeys mate Stacey and where was Kai? I felt my heart racing as I tried to locate them.
“It is good to see you again, Clover.” Alpha Scott said with a fake smile plastered over his face. I listened as Sion quietly growled as he took a small step forward. His eyes were fixated on Alpha Scott.
“What is going on here?” Sams voice cracked through the valley as his authority boomed. “Your malcontent is thick. What do you think you can accomplish here? And for what purpose?” I blinked at what Sam said and then stared at Alpha Scott. Was it true? Was he here to oppose us? It didnt make sense. None of it did.
Alpha Scott stood with his arms behind his back and his chest puffed out. A quirky smile was on his l!ps as he stared up at us. “We are… going through some changes. Id like to speak with Clover—“
“No.” Sion snapped out his growling answer as his fingers squeezed into me. He didnt give anyone a chance to respond even cutting off Sam. I could feel the fury radiating off of Sions body. Black wisps of energy began to swim around him as Alpha Scott scoffed loudly.
“You couldnt protect your parents… what makes you think you can protect Clover?” I heard a foreign voice come from Alpha Scott. His voice was rising, and a cruel smirk rested on his l!ps. “Clover… you were supposed to be a good girl and stay at the Chance pack. Now look what you have done?” He clicked his tongue, and I felt my stomach churn.
“Where is Denny? Where—” I stopped as Alpha Scott chuckled shaking his head.
“Dont worry. Denny and his officers are safe. I had to lock them up, but Ill deal with them later. However… unfortunately… I couldnt extend this courtesy.” Who was this man? Was this the Alpha Scott I always knew? Was this always him or was he being controlled now? I didnt know but the evil smile that he held had a lump form in my throat. Oh gods… where was Kai? I watched as he lifted his hand out and something fell from the oak tree.
A red wolf was suspended from a high branch by a rope, dangling side to side from being dropped. Its back paws were bound painfully tight together, the rope slicing through its fur and flesh. Blood dripped from its muzzle as his body hung limply, pointing towards the ground. Blood pooled between its fangs and dripped onto the ground like ruby tears.
My heart clenched as my eyes filled with tears and my body shook with fury. I wanted to scream out in pain, but my words were blocked by my rage. Finally, a strangled cry reached my throat as I screamed out his name in despair.
“Kai!”
I was ready to go into a killing frenzy. I needed to get to him and cut him down from the rope. Sion grabbed me firmly, bringing me to his side.
Easy. This is what he wants. He is trying to rattle you because he is afraid. Compose yourself. Look around you. You have to think of everyone.
Is he… I asked and Sions eyes moved to look at me. His head was still straight but I could see the slight frown form at the creases of his mouth.
He is barely alive…but… he doesnt look like he is going to make it. Sions voice cracked in my mind, showing how much it was affecting him inwardly. He didnt show it on the outside, like a true leader. I took a steadying breath and leaned against Sions side. I knew he wanted to race down there too, but I noticed the noses lifting as more scents hit me. There were others out there, including the Chance pack. I could see Sion and Sam scanning the area, fully aware of the incoming presence.
I understood them for not rushing to attack. However… I wasnt them. I didnt need to rush in there. I set my jaw as the anger boiled inside of me.
He touched our gamma! Sheena growled, agreeing with what I was about to do.
I glared at Alpha Scott and pushed myself forward. My aura struck his mind like a cobra lunging for its prey. I was there. I felt his mind. I searched for the controlling nembrant glass… the controlling injection… something…
What I felt with Stilts wasnt there. His mind felt clear and yet it was different. I didnt understand it. My eyes narrowed on him as he fell to his knees grasping his head.
How could you?! I growled in his mind.
“b***h!” He cried out loudly as he shook his head.
You never mistreated me. I—
I never stopped your mistreatment. His voice snickered into my mind as he lifted his gaze up with a smirk. Do you think I didnt know? Why do you think you were mistreated at the orphanage? Did you really think it was because you came from the outside? I felt as if the air had been knocked out of my lungs. They were being squeezed as flashbacks of my childhood rippled through my mind. Everything that happened to me…
Who do you think ordered the attack on you? We needed to see what you were capable of… it was a disappointment really. You didnt show us any powers… not like you are showing now.
I dont—
The Chaos pack took my Luna! I was ordered by the Alpha King to care for you. I couldnt let anything happen to you… but I wasnt going to make it pleasant. Then I met someone who was looking for someone with sheya powers. I didnt know if you had it or not. When you didnt show them during the attack, I figured you were a dud. However, you ended up going to the Chance pack, so it worked out. Since a special doctor was there and would find out the truth.
You told Denny to take me as his delta!
To keep an eye on you. I wanted to see if your powers would show.
Denny… I heard Alpha Scott sigh in my mind.
Sentimental fool. Too much like his mother and lacks vision. I talked with him and about the plan… he just needs time. So, I had him locked up. Along with the others who resisted. However… He turned his head slightly to look at Kai. I had no reason to keep this one locked up. When he tried to protect Denny… I took care of the trash.
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