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❝Your kisses are snowflakes: each one is unique. They land on me, before they melt away and leave me cold.❞
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Chapter 16

      "I swear to the moon, I am going to protect and rescue him, or die trying." I stated.

Not waiting for his reply, I turned my back on him and started walking back to the direction I came from. I could feel his deep eyes set on me as I left him to go to the pack house.

Honestly, I needed to leave him first so he could get his issues sorted out. I knew his mind was in the state of distress from all of these shit happening. With little optimism, I just hope both of our packs would have the strength and the power to face these difficulties. We needed to stay positive and get over our fears and anxieties.

As an Alpha of a populated pack, Nolan must be really stressed and tired about this matter. Especially, with all the shit that happened earlier.

The negative threats that occurred awhile back, were enough to give our packs a heart attack.

As I reached the pack house, I went straight up to my bedroom since I knower it had been a long day.

Truthfully, this week had been a great difficulty to all of us. But since I was so damn exhausted, I had to let go of the bad and negative vibes. I needed to relax my ass off. I also do not give a damn even if there was a dead body lying on base of the floor of my room, two days ago.

I was just tired.

I changed into some comfortable clothes and rested myself calmly down my bed. It was nice to finally reduce fear in my anxious self. Still, at times, I couldn't help but remember what had happened.

Damn, I really needed to stop reminding myself of that matter.

Going back to Nolan, it was a total shock to find out that the adorable little boy, Easton, was his brother. Honestly, they're very different personality wise.

I truly wonder what Nolan is going through right now. I can't imagine losing a relative of mine to an enemy.

As a born leader, I am positive that he is worrying about his people's safety as well the condition and state of his younger brother. Also, I'm pretty sure that he is so too tired to deal with all the events that had happened.

But in my judgment, the truly shocking matter is the revelation of his scars. It maddened me to the core when I found out about the fact that someone had cruelly hurt him in the past. It makes me even more sad that I couldn't do anything about it. I can't though of a way to help him because I don't know what exactly happened to him. He won't tell me anything. But I knew for a fact that it is one of the reasons why he was so stone cold.

I wasn't much of nosey person. Or maybe I was. But I didn't want to push his buttons so I didn't ask him shit about the scars. But that didn't make me any less curious of the matter.

'Well, you are indeed nosy. You're a very curious beast that's why you eavesdrop and follow him all the time.' My wolf stated nonchalantly.

I rolled my eyes.
Damn, way to be honest there wolfy.

Back to the topic, I was surprised when he thought that I was going to be disgusted by his scars. Maybe someone would be, but it certainly isn't going to be me. Being with him a while ago, I have never seen him look so vulnerable before. This is truly shocking since he was always a cool, confident, and powerful looking Alpha male around his people.

If I had a say, the marks left on his body was something that made him look tough and manly. A symbol that he undergone much sufferings and still came out strong amongst the rest.

He was just amazing.

And that kiss...

'Yes. That kiss.' My wolf mumbled. Even my wolf was speechless.

Nolan did not just kissed my lips, but he kissed my soul. How cheesy was this?

We weren't mates anymore but why did he kiss me?

I was utterly confused.

I mean, who wouldn't be puzzled by the way he acted, right? Even my wolf thought she would dislike the light intimate contact that happened (since we weren't mates anymore) but somehow, it felt completely okay to her and I.

Yes, the feeling was quite strange and perplexing since Nolan was involved but somehow it felt very... Satisfying?

There wasn't the sparks that I remembered when he touched and gazed at me before, I mean, more like glares but I felt like I desired more. Gosh, why are mates so confusing? Or ex-mates rather?

And to think, how can I face him now?

Nolan just probably gave me the best kiss I've ever experienced in my entire life.

It was worth remembering because this is the first intimate contact we ever had. It's ironic how it took us to break the bond in order to have our first intimacy.

Even with marks on his body and his fucked up self, I still want more of him. I somewhat developed a desire for him.

Oh my god. Something must be really wrong with me.

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I kissed her.

Yes, I made the first move on her.

I truly do not know what came over me and I did not know what I was thinking of.

She just looked so... gentle and compassionate to me. It looked like she cared for me even though we didn't have a bond anymore.

I know I treat her like shit and all but she looked and acted like an angel to me. Avalynn should probably despise me a lot since I hurt her. I do not deserve her concern for it should be saved for her special someone, someday.

Avalynn was by far the realest.

She wasn't disgusted or repulsed by my scars. She didn't even judge me and even told me I was a strong Alpha. Avalynn said that she believes in me. I believed her words since her voice held an honest and sincere tone.

Maybe that's why I kissed her. Because she was kind?

I got caught up in the moment and was attracted to the, kindness of her voice? The twinkle in her eyes? Or her soft touch?

I don't know.

I'm so messed up. I needed to get my shit sorted.

Tragedy was our destiny when we broke the bond.

I'm not supposed to feel anything for her. I'm supposed to dislike her or I'm supposed to only feel her as a stranger, a pack member, or somebody that I used to know.

Maybe, maybe even friends.

'You can't even respect her as a fellow pack member when we were bonded. How can you be friends?' My inner wolf growled. He is still angry about that since we were the bad guys in Avalynn's eyes.

Yeah, I know. It's no surprise that she hates me. Who wouldn't when you are disrespected and humiliated by an Alpha? If someone disrespected me, Alpha or not, I'll fight to death or at least until they submit to me.

I knew she wasn't my mate anymore, but is it wrong to say that I enjoyed our kiss?

I actually more than wanted it to happen. So yes, I made the first move. She was just so intoxicating and beautiful inside and out.

Her taste might just haunt me for the rest of my life. A reminder of what I've lost.

My wolf stirred inside of me. He was really itching to come out and run. The topic must be frustrating him a lot.

'I don't know what to feel anymore to be honest. The mate bond isn't there but I still feel something for them.' My wolf spoke. He was just as puzzled as I am.

'And not because the mate bond is acting up.' He quickly added. So he does feel something for her, even if we don't have the bond anymore. How strange is that?

Damn moon goddess, is this your doing?

I just stayed silent and disregarded my wolf's feelings.

Now, I don't know how I'll look at her without wanting to kiss her or without being uncomfortable with her. As you can all see, we weren't really on good terms.

I shook my head and followed Avalynn back after a few moments she left. I just needed to calm myself down till I get back on my feet. Her leaving me helped me clear out my thoughts, to which I really needed to do at the moment.

My brain is all muddled. One part of that reason is that kiss.

The light, feathery intimate contact that had knocked me out breathless.

When I had arrived at the pack house, a pack warrior approached me saying, "Alpha, we spotted a rogue in the southern borders of the territory."

A rogue was spotted?

Maybe the rogue was spy. He must be working for that bastard Benjamin!

"Where is he now?" I demanded, getting angrier at the moment.

I see the warrior pale at my tone. "A-Alpha, he is at the basement for interrogation but he has not uttered a word since we got him."

"Bring me to him." I said whilst the pack warrior asked me to follow him.

Once we were down the dark basement, the other rogues that I captured, glared at me with a resentful look. With my warriors beside me, I walked into the prison cell with determination for answers. I was shocked when I saw the person inside the cell.

Behind the bars was none other than Benjamin's third in command.

I remember him being beside Benjamin during a gathering, when he was still the Alpha. I guess he swore his loyalty to a bad man because I knew deep down, Benjamin doesn't care for anyone until he gets his revenge.

I went inside the cell to talk to him. Then, without warning, he tried to strike me with his rabid claws. I was about to protect myself but he stopped, still growling in front of my face. Hearing the clacking sound, I looked down at his wrist. Oh thank the goddess that he was chained to the wall.

"You." I pointed. "How dare you filthy rogues bring chaos to my pack?"

How dare they do that! They all deserve to rot in hell. Once I find them all, I will kill them with my bare hands.

The little mutt just smirked which fueled me more. "Obviously, it's for power. Don't you see? My Alpha wants to take over the werewolf race. It's what he deserves. But, you stupid, high-ranked Alphas are getting in the way."

'Let's test his limits. He insulted us so let us see if we can make him break.' My wolf snarled in my mind.

"Okay, we will play a game." I said to him, motioning my warriors to come inside. You will tell me the information I know, then I might just make your punishment less painful." He just sent me a resentful glare. He wasn't fazed by my words. Let's see.

One of the pack warriors handed me a whip laced in silver. Turning to him, I see the third in command gulp a lump from his throat.

I can smell his fear. Good.

I asked, lacking of emotion. "What is the main reason why Benjamin wants to take over the packs?"

He spat on my face saying, "I will never tell you." My wolf got angry from his disrespect so I whipped him thrice.

"Tell me!" I said heatedly.

"Ah! I will n-never tell you!" I whipped him again, thus, making him groan in pain. He was having a hard time breathing now.

"Again, what is the main reason?" I hit him much harder than before causing the whip lines to show. This was the perfect punishment because he was now bleeding a lot and the wounds weren't healing. I whipped him five times more till he gave in.

"Ahhh! Fine! I'll tell! Stop! Just, stop it." I grinned knowing I won. At least I am getting the answers already.

"He wants to reform the packs to his own delight while he rules the werewolf society with power and an iron fist."

No wonder Benjamin was fishing to destroy the pack. He wants to build his own race with him being the Alpha king and all. Though, it's no wonder that Benjamin was after me first.

"Good. Now, tell me where my brother is now." I said furiously. They have some nerve to kidnap my brother. How cruel can they get? Kidnapping a little kid is unacceptable. I needed to find my brother asap. He is the only family member left.

I whipped him.

"I don't know!" He screamed like a girl. Pathetic. I would be lying if I said that I did not find that funny.

"Liar!" I exclaimed angrily. I needed to know. Fuck this guy's words.

"N-no! I am not lying!" He pleaded. "I swear, I don't know where he is." He coughs out badly, blood spitting everywhere.

"M-My Alpha will p-punish you for the way you have treated me." He panted, having a hard time breathing. He should be that's why I wanted him to suffer. Punishment without healing since I knew it will last and torment him for a long time.

"I don't give a fuck about your pathetic Alpha. He sent an incompetent fool to spy like a coward." To add more salt to the wounds, I spoke. "Plus, you think he cares about you? About your loyalty? It means nothing to him."

"No, it does not!" Truth hurts but you have to stop acting blind.

"Yes. Then why are you still here? If you meant something to him, shouldn't he be breaking you out by now?" He looked away from my scrutinizing gaze. He must've felt angry and betrayed.

"No. I don't care. My pack is worth dying for." He bowed his head in defeat. It's such a shame. His loyalty would have been great for other packs. Too bad, Mr. I-will-rule-the-world got to him first.

"W-We will rule the werewolf race. Everyone will bow down to my Alpha." Over my dead body. He gasps harshly as if he ran a mile.

Now, I got the information that I needed already but he just would not submit to me.

Beside me, were none other than my loyal pack warriors. Handing one the whip, I told one of the pack warriors to, "Finish him off."

With that, I heard the rogue trashed in his chains behind me, telling us to let him go.

Refusing to hear the pathetic mutt, I exited the room while hearing the tearing of flesh and the agonizing screams of the rogue.

Call me a ruthless bastard, but he fucking deserved it.

Watch your back, Benjamin, because I might just stab it with a silver dagger.

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As I exited my so called "Basement" or torture room, I felt nauseous. I truly felt exhausted and dead. Like the feeling of death knocking on my doors.

Suddenly, Mason blocked my way and spoke, "Pack meeting. Now."

What are we going to do?

As if Mason read my mind, he spoke, "We plan."

He looked at me pointedly; as if he was expecting that I do something.

"Isn't that my job to command and announce? Wait, just don't answer that." I rolled my eyes with a small smile appearing on my lips. Mason is a good Beta to the pack.

"Sorry, man. Though, that was a good imitation of you." Mason laughs. Well it's kind of true, I am very authoritative and dominant at times.

"Anyway, let's go." He grabbed my arm and dragged me to my office, pushing past my pack members in the hallway. Where they waiting for me all along?

As we enter the room, I perceive that my men were already there and were seated in place properly. Everyone hushed as soon as I entered my office. There's no more fun and games for we have an upcoming threat to face.

I sat on my leather chair and turned to face them all. It's time to start discussing our plan.

"Attention men! Thank you all for being here today." I started at first.

"So you all know what had happened earlier." I gave them a pointed look.

They nodded their heads. It was one of the most awful events that we had ever encountered. We lost the forest. Werewolves loved to run and feel the breeze of nature yet a forest fire coated with black magic was something that scared us all.

The never ending flames could have burned us all.

Just the thought of my people getting hurt made me want to explode like a time bomb. I was filled with rage and anger.

"We must confront the monstrous rogues for what they have done. They have been meddling with our pack for too long." Those pathetic, cowardly mutts. Their reign of terror must be taken care of. The pack must work together to handle this shit with me.

"It needs to stop."

"Yes, Alpha." The men agreed with me. I am sure they don't want their families and friends to get hurt as well so that's why we need to fight back. This is a battle I don't plan in losing.

"What about the women, Alpha?" One of them asked.

"We lock them up. We surely can't let them fight in battle. They should be the one to take care of the pups and the pack while we're gone." I answered. The pack warriors nodded their heads. We can't let our women fight. They will just get hurt.

"We need to seek retribution for the rogue's atrocious deeds." Julian spoke.

"But how?" Someone questioned.

"My friend, Rohan, made some charms and placed spells around our territory, making sure it will be protected." I said, remembering what Rohan did. But somehow, I still don't think it's enough to cover everything. Especially, when facing the evil black magic.

"We move outside of our territory since I know they're staying in an unclaimed property."

Well, they are rogues. They destroy and invade packs. They never follow werewolf laws.

"Also, it will not bring harm to the women of our packs since they are away from the battle itself." I added. If my men and I are far away from the pack house, then no harm will come to the women for the rogues are after us, men.

"Then we attack! We confront and fight them. Or, we could kill them for it would be a much better idea." I stated. They need to pay for their wrong doings. Werewolves are supposed to live in harmony yet these pesky, power hungry rogues cause all trouble that nobody wants.

Then, I remember my younger brother.

"We also take my little brother, Easton, back from the devil itself. It's part of the plan." They all seem to agree. No one wants to see a child get murdered in the hands of those vicious, brutal monsters.

"Men, are you sure you're up for this?" I asked just to make sure.

"Yes, Alpha! We are." They all answered, saluting me.

"We owe our lives to you." One of them said. I nodded. Thanking the moon goddess for my pack member's support. These are the brave men of the Black Stealth and Silver Hill pack.

"Then it is settled. Tomorrow, we will attack when it's dawn."

The rogues better be ready for I'll finish them off one by one.

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