The few times I trusted someone, I was repaid with betrayal and more suffering. No
could allow that unknown male to invade my
home and my privacy, I didn’t trust Jackson, barely trusted
in my own shadow.
My parents were betrayed and killed by people they trusted, like
I’ll know if the same won’t happen to me if I allow Jackson
come into my life?
-I’m sorry, Hayley, that was rude of me. -He said as he stopped by
my side. -There are other ways we can deal with this.
-That? Are you referring to me? -I asked with an affected voice.
I moved away from his body and my rejection seemed to hit him, his smell
had denounced that.
"Don’t make me laugh. Insult us and then apologize? It’s pathetic!"
-I am referring to your fears and fears. -Informed in a low voice. -
I can feel the fear you exude, Hayley.
I ignored him and kept looking at the lake, didn’t feel right to touch
in that subject, it was a delicate part of my past and I didn’t
would reveal it to Jackson.
Silence reigned. Only heard the quiet breath of the Supreme to mine
side and your attention on me, your gaze was too intense to pass
unnoticed by my senses.
-You’re different from all the females I’ve ever met. -He confessed in
whisper and snort through the nose.
-Should that surprise me? I replied. -I imagine that
accustomed to females who fall easily on their charms,
Supreme, but I’m sorry to disappoint.
He surprised me with a laugh beside me, almost
I drooled before that scene. I blinked, surprised and admired that
sound.
I didn’t mean that. -He said between laughs. And yes his awesome savagery. You’re not afraid of me or if you are, you know, hiding
I’m fine, since you seem to love to challenge me and question me as you lift
your head and stare me firmly. There are few who have yours
courage, Hayley.
-The misfortunes of life shaped me that way.
You’re always stubborn and you risk it like that, werewolf?
"Cheeky!"
-Don’t call me that. -I got defensive again. Jackson
I still had that crooked smile on my lips.
Does that bother you?
-You annoy me. -Grunhi to him in response. -Only his presence is
Why don’t you go back to your house and leave me alone?
I believe you’re already convinced that I’m not the female that you
expected.
You have no idea how wrong you are, Hayley.
I swallowed it hard.
-What does that mean?
Jackson turned his head to face me and I did the same, our
looks met and something vibrated inside me.
-You’re unique, Hayley, everything about you has fascinated me since I met you.
My mastery doesn’t stop her from doing what she wants and that’s admirable. -He
put his hands on the jacket and the wind caressed his black wires, his
gray eyes sparkled with something deep in them. -A female
submissive and demure as my companion would be too tedious
to endure for eternity.
My body shook at the tone of her voice and my stomach shook
with his words.
-You won’t give up on me. -Whispered and blinked a few times. -By
That came out of town to come here, never been a simple visit.
You came with a goal, claim me as yours.
-As I already told you, the choice is yours, I wouldn’t force you to take a
decision against his will. -Released my breath that there was not
But by my side, Hayley, you’ll have the power. -But by my side
to make a difference between our people, I will protect you and keep you and
your family safe, safe. You know what to do, decide how
will be your future is in your hands.
-It shouldn’t be so difficult. -Murmured to myself, deviating
my attention to my hands.
"I don’t want him, Hayley, I don’t want him as a mate. But...what
will happen to us?"
-If you reject my offer, I...-he hesitated. -I’ll let you go, Hayley, if
will. You are free to make your own decisions. But
You know I can’t protect and care for a female who isn’t mine.
I didn’t want it, that was fact. I feared what would happen to me when
accept the bond of companionship with Jackson, did not know what
would happen in my future or what would become of me in a few years.
But there was something greater within me, something greater than fear than me
I’d become next to Jackson, the fear of more innocent lives being
taken and I can’t help it.
I had a unique opportunity in my hands, had a chance to
not only save, but how to unite our people again, continue the
dreams of my parents and the legacy they left in my brother and me.
I was already certain that there was no salvation for my soul, but my
family deserved something better.
Protect and lead. That was the legacy of my lineage and it was my duty
keep him alive.
I moistened my lips upon coming to the conclusion that being sincere, I have
had taken days ago, just did not have the courage to say them in
voice, especially in front of Jackson.
That morning when I heard about the attacks on our village and
Neighboring packs, even after the massacre in the village of the Kitsunes, all those deaths were on my shoulders and I did not have the power
to change them, but had the opportunity to save more people
innocent of being killed unjustly.
Something inside me burned like fire when I held my head up and
I stared at Jackson with my chin up and my gaze firm and determined.
-I will defend my people, especially the female tooth and nail
and I will tear apart anyone who stands in my way. -Vociferei for
he, leaving no doubt of the promises in my words.
A smile snapped on those attractive lips. Something wild
bathed the eyes of the Supreme.
-I didn’t expect anything different from you, Hayley. -Looked at me with
enthusiasm in your eyes, a different but comforting glow. -But
I guarantee that I will manage to tame the wild beast inside you.
-Blinked at me and did not contain the cold laughter that escaped from my
lips. -Do not dream so high, Supreme. -I provoked. -My parents left a
legacy lives within me and I will honor them.
-I’m sure they feel proud of the strong wolf that you
turned. -His speech surprised me, he approached once more and
this time I did not turn away, which encouraged him to approach
me.
-You’re fierce and wild, Hayley, and guess what I do with wolves
rebels? I punish them for their disobedience. -I heard his voice near
my ear and did not hold a low growl that escaped my
mouth.
-What are you waiting for to try to punish me? -I asked challenging him,
your eyes flicker in response. I’d love to see you try.
-I would never hurt you, Hayley, I’m offended that you think it would
capable of this abominable act. Never hurt a female, that is
repulsive, especially taking into account the
female werewolves in recent years.
I gasped with your words.
What did that mean?
-How? What are you talking about? -I asked the looking, seeking a
answer to the question that hammered into my mind.
Jackson let out a deep sigh and his eyes turned away to the
lake, his posture became more serious and rigid. He exuded concern
and tension that left me alarmed.
-Females are no longer resisting bite as before, they
die in transition. Now those who are born are not succeeding
procreate, they are becoming less and less pregnant and the reason is still
unknown. You are extremely valuable in our midst and this
put their lives at risk.
I blinked a few times, surprised by your revelation.
How had it happened? I had never heard of something like
that, like the extinction of werewolf females. Something was
wrong and I needed to find out what it was.
-That’s weird. -Murmurei. -Has this been going on for a long time?
-I began to realize the change in the last six years, I could not
come up with a solution to this problem.
-Have you looked for a witch?
-I have one that lives in my house, his name is Madison. -cenei
with her head. I took her in a few years ago.
No answer from her?
-Madison has performed many spells, but none have succeeded.
I bit my lower lip, thoughtful.
I knew some powerful witches, even some shamans, could
ask for help from any of them to find out what the hell was
happening, but first I needed something else.
-Where’s my necklace? -I asked Jackson.