MY DESIRED LUNA

Chapter 4

Chapter Four

It's been a week since their arrival in California. The weather took a little while to adjust to due to the constant climate change. The beauty of California could be described by the poet.

The apartment rented for them was just two kilometres away from the school, 'Montessori College' known to be one of the best in California.

Taking the steps two at a time, Anastasia met Florence in the living room, hovering around a book. Her gaze swiftly went to the kitchen just as her stomach grumbled. "You are still reading Florence?"

"Sure baby!" She smiled back. "I can't afford to fail this subject. The lecturer will be after my life."

Anastasia chuckled. "That's hard to believe. You are intelligent even when you don't read. Unlike me," she frowned. "I have to spend hours to read it before grasping a topic. f**k! I need to shoot the lecturer."

"Easy on him! Everyone has a way of assimilating things, probably yours is a slow-paced motion." Anastasia moved to the kitchen where she instantly made herself ramen.

"Hey! What are you doing?" Florence called after her, forsaking the book to check on Anastasia.

"I am eating of course!" Anastasia replied with a mouth full of ramen. At Florence's frown, she continued. "What? Can't eat anymore in peace?" she sneered

"No. You have added up lately." looking at her stomach

"That's because I eat a lot, moron!" Anastasia answered absentminded. Her stomach clenched as the urge to throw up rushed in on her. Dropping the plate on the kitchen counter, Anastasia rushed to the restroom.

Pushing the door open, she leaned on the shank, puking out her guts.

"I am really sorry!" Florence knelt beside her, patting her shoulders. "Are you okay?"

"Yes," Anastasia replies hesitating. "I have never thrown up." She finally glanced at Florence with fear in her eyes. "What's wrong with me?"

"I am not a doctor so I can't possibly tell you what is wrong with you. Let's meet the doctor after lectures."

"Okay," walking out of the restroom, Anastasia wriggled her nose, getting the attention of Florence. "I don't like the smell of that ramen!" She cried.

Astonished, Florence glanced from the ramen to Anastasia. "This is the ramen you ate like a glutton."

"Throw it away!"

Comprehension dawned on Florence who frowned instantly.

***

Somewhere hidden

Two figures waited patiently at the secret hideout, each with its own mission. A third figure sneaked in to meet them, dressed in black with a black mask.

"How is it going?"

"Going well but there is no progress. Alpha Dominic isn't seeing me in that light besides, I have a reason to believe that there is someone he has a soft spot for."

"That will be the human, her name is Anastasia."

The third figure tensed at such information. "You know what she looks like?"

"Why do you ask?"

"I intend changing to her, then maybe Alpha Dominic will finally notice me, and fall in love."

The second figure chuckled, amused. Her gaze wandered to the distance, staring at it. The moon was out but not full and the night crickets, evidence of a long night hovered in the darkness.

"No! Don't ever try it! Your powers aren't strong enough to resist the repercussions of your action."

"But why? I am third in command in the world of witches."

"Yes, you are third and not second." She began unfolding some mysteries. "Anastasia might be a human but she possesses a power that could eliminate you completely. If you take in her form, the powers in her will quickly be unlocked, causing her to not only destroy you but the entire witch kingdom."

"What do I do?"

"Don't worry. The black goddess will have everything planned in your favour. Just remember why you are in the wolf kingdom, specifically Silver Pack."

"Yes, I won't forget my mission." Just like she sneaked in, she stealthily sneaked out uncaught.

***

The past two weeks have been nothing but torture to Alpha Dominic. He had been constantly tormented by memories of that fateful night he took her. The night of passionate affection.

Sebastian had been understanding, a good friend and beta who constantly helped him out in the search for Anastasia.

Entering his room, the butler moved towards him to deliver a message. "Alpha King, the elders wish to see you in the courtroom."

Too tired to utter a word, Dominic nodded his response, dismissing him.

Attempting to close the door, Sebastian walked in with a grin.

"What's the situation report?"

"There is a lead. One of our pack members saw her and knew where to locate her. Arrangements have been made to go after her."

"Thanks. But why not go now? It is still day. What if she changes direction!"

"You don't need to yell. Fine! I will go after her now." Sebastian turned to leave. Dominic took in his slagging posture and realized how Sebastian had constantly gone out of his way to search for her. Guilt burned him down.

"Sebastian," he called, forcing him to stop at his spot. "You can rest now. Continue the search later."

Sebastian nodded with a light smile.

***

Thought of what the elders might have to say bothered him greatly.

"We are here. Please go ahead and spill the beans. I have something important that requires my attention."

The elders glanced at each other in mutual agreement. "We can't stand the thought of you without a Luna, anymore. We are giving you one week to present a Luna to us or stand a chance to lose the Alpha position."

Dominic's fury ignited, his fist clenched beside him, determined to defy the unjust threats. No options given, he spat, "I'll present a Luna when I damn well pleased."

Sarcasm dripped from the elders' lips as if they had memorised their words, "When? After we're all dead? The room tensed as rebellion simmered in their voices. "Marry Nyx, Orion's daughter, and make her your Luna."

Alpha Dominc authority roared, "No jokes here! I'm the alpha, no one commands me. You can't force that on me!" The air thickened with defiance, leaving everyone in the pack trembling before his enraged proclamation.

"You can't scare the hell of us with a roar, there is no respect for alpha without Luna, and we can't fold our arms and let the pack go into extinction" Elder Orion stood up to challenge his authority.