Filed to story: Oh For Mates Sake Free Online
I watched as his body was lifted, and they raced away with him. I stayed there on my knees, trying to make sense of the situation. I felt like a murderer. Is there any chance of survival?
My mind was racing as I replayed the moment over and over in my mind. I know I hardly put anything into it.
What did that mean, then? How strong was I?
“Clover?! Clover?!”
I heard a familiar voice, but I just kept staring in front of me.
“Clover.. what happened?”
I saw the knees of someone kneeling in front of me. Then I felt hands on my cheeks, lifting my gaze up, allowing my eyes to focus on the face in front of me. It
Before, I was so curious about his mate… now it all seemed to fall short. Not far behind him, there was someone, but I couldnt look at them. I tried to swallow the cotton in my mouth. It was a struggle to even breathe.
Their voices blurred together as they blinked blankly in front of me. I wanted to shut down and pretend it never happened. I wanted to ignore that I had just killed someone by accident. However, Doug had told me that there could be a spy here, and there was a chance the enemy was coming. I needed to get my head right…
Slowly, I willed myself to move. I lifted myself up, finding my legs and the strength to lead. I had just removed the Nova packs leader. This was who would have led the pack. Who was next in charge? I know the position is basically mine, but they need a voice they trust.
I looked over at those who were still around and then beyond them. I could faintly hear children laughing and playing. I looked at the houses with families and loved ones.
This is what it was to be a leader. It meant you pushed aside your pain and focused on the safety of others. I couldnt think about what had just happened.
What if an army was almost upon us now? We needed to be ready.
“Who was Dougs Beta?” I asked, glancing over the people.
“That was me.” I turned my head to look at Nadine.
“How are the Nova packs defenses?” I asked, and I watched her raise a brow at me.
“We dont really have defenses since we are cloaked.
“So, anyone can walk through it?” I asked and watched her nod slowly.
“It isnt a barrier. It just gives the illusion that nothing is here.”
Damn. That wasnt what I wanted to hear.
“We have scouts, though. If anyone sees anything that could be concerning, they will send out an alert. I guess that was something. No one has warned us at this point. Well.. considering they were still alive.
“Alright, listen up,” I said, filling my lungs up with oxygen. “We need to assemble all of the warriors. We need those who cant fight to be in the most center of buildings. I dont know if there is anything to be concerned about, but we are going to prepare for war.” I heard the gasps, and I scanned over everyone. I was hoping that maybe the spy was among them. Maybe if they knew we knew, then it would get called off. If it was even coming? I would rather be prepared and look overly cautious than not prepare and be massacred.
“Luna, what is coming?” Nadine asked as her brows pinched together.
“I dont know, but Doug was concerned a fight was heading our way.”
“You heard your Luna! You have seconds to clear out and get organized. Move!” Nadine growled and immediately, everyone dispersed. Except for my group and Nadine. She stepped closer and her eyes were fixated on me.
“What did Doug tell you?” She asked and I explained everything. She nodded her head, showing that she was already aware of the spy situation. She told me that there was still no evidence to validate his concerns. Only theories.
“He pleaded for me to run. He didnt want to fight.. I didnt mean to.” I trailed off quietly.
“Of course, you didnt mean to. You have had so much happen to you and you were just freshly marked.
You have no idea what your powers are like.” Demetri said, trying to reassure me. Thanks… but that wasnt going to make me feel better.
“What were those black sparks that flew from you?” Nadine asked and l pursed my l!ps together. I didnt exactly know myself. It wasnt just my power as Input. It was like everything was now combined together. I didnt understand it to know what it was or what it did.
“I think thats enough questions,” Joey said, making me turn to look at him. His green eyes were looking at me, full of concern. I stared at him for a second before my gaze shifted to the person behind him. A woman with raven-colored hair, sun-k!ssed skin, and violet eyes was quietly standing there observing the interaction. On her neck was a fresh red mark that was still shiny from the healing skin. Joey followed my gaze and smiled, motioning for the woman to come closer.
“Clover, Id like to introduce you to Stacey… my mate.
I watched as Stacey lowered her head to me respectfully. “Luna.” Her voice was light and sweet. She looked back at me with a shy smile.
“Stacey is one of our hybrids. She is a wolf and a fairy. Im sure youve noticed the Nova pack is a bit of everything.” Nadine said in a hurried voice. “Anyways, we need to send out another set of scouts. We need them to go farther to give us more warning time. I dont mean to throw you in the deep end to see if you will swim, but we dont have time for anything else.”
I guess a proper conversation with Stacey will have to come later. “Nadine, you know the pack. I trust you to appoint the correct people for the tasks.” I paused for a moment, pursing my l!ps together. “As an officer, can you?”
“It is only an officer by name. We were never the true leaders of this pack. I was just his next in charge, but he wasnt the Alpha, nor l his Beta. Not in that sense. It was just fake titles to make it easier. So no.. I cant feel if…” Nadine trailed off and I glanced towards the medical building. I needed to focus, but looking at the building did remind me that Conner was still there, and so was Gia. We needed to make them aware of what was going on.
“Logan, go inform Conner and Gia of what is going on.” He nodded his head and sprinted to the building. I then turned to look at Demetri and Nadine. “I think it will be best to have every rest normally until we have concrete evidence there is a problem. Doug was guessing, but his hunch couldnt be overlooked. There are too many lives that are at risk.”
“The spy is gone. Probably going to call off the attack now. “Stilts said, suddenly appearing between all of us. His clothes were shredded, and I could smell the fresh irony blood scent coming from him.
“What do you mean? What happened to you?” I asked and watched as he glanced in the distance.
“Your spy is gone. She knows her cover is blown, so she wont be back.”
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