My Nightmare

Chapter 5 “I am strong. I am powerful.”

“There’s no greater investment than self-growth”.

Chapter 5 “I am strong. I am powerful.”

“I am strong. I am powerful” I paused I looked into the mirror in front of me into my eyes, “I am a leader. I do not need anyone to make me happy.", I recite, once more before I lift the lipstick in front of my face, applying the intense red shade over my lips.

I walk into my cabinet, slipping my black shoes onto my feet. I leave my room looking down at the dynasty I’ve created. Through the glass walls of my mansion, I can see my warrior training- strengthens their muscles.

I can see my hybrids practicing their many powers. A smile appears on my face as I see the children below read the countless books in the little library built into the corner.

I proceed down the glass steps, walking into the foyer. I pass through the kitchen, my eyes glancing at many women and men preparing for today’s feast.

Today is the Full Moon Ball, a new tradition I’ve started where all, the leader of the different continents gather in the depths of my community.

I walk into my office, taking a seat in the cold, leather chair. I open one of many files on my desk, sighing deeply. After the completion of many documents and treaties, a knock is heard in the room.

"Come in".

The door opens, revealing my right-hand man, Elijah. “The planes have left to retrieve the Alphas and their subordinates, Melanie” they inform me. I rise from my seat walking towards him.

Elijah is one of the few people that I allow to call me by my first name. He’s been there for we helped me build one of the most powerful packs on the mainland. Thank you for letting me close the door.

I turn around to see him closing the curtains, immediately dimming the room, I know. “What are you doing?", I ask, curiosity filling my head. He beckons me with his finger, he usually emerald eyes a shade darker.

My feet disobey my mind, bringing my body towards him. He places his hands on my waist, he pulls me into his lap, putting his hands in the crevice of my neck.

He leaves a trail of gentle kisses on my shoulder, evoking a quiet gasp from my mouth He turns my head towards him, placing his hand on my chin.

My eyes roam his face, trying to calculate his next action. My eyes slowly closed as his soft lips touched my own.

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What I Imagined Her Wearing has relished the feeling of hot water raining on my back, cleansing the sins of my body.

Do not get me wrong, I love Elijah with all my heart, but he could never compare to the man that was made for me.

I could never love him the way, I was meant to love Weylyn, and he knew that. I stepped out of the shower, wrapping my body in a towel.

I walk into my bedroom and the cabinet. My eyes scan the racks for a black bag that holds my gown for tonight.

Grabbing the bag and a robe, I place the bag onto my creamy-white comforter. I walk over to my vanity, grab my hairbrush, and begin to tame the tangled form in my hair. I have long raven wavy hair with light brown eyes.

An hour passes, and I am putting one last coat of mascara on. I pick up my nude complexion lipstick, swiping it across my lips.

Standing up, I approach my bed, unzipping the bag that holds my dress. I slip the dress on, pulling up the zipper I slide the black leather stilettos onto my feet before adjusting the moon outline pendant on my neck. I head out of my room, heading toward the auditorium.