wolves that came before

closed darkness

My world felt like chaos, the curse of the werewolf surging through my veins, pulling me towards Jack despite Elias standing in front of me. In my transformed state, my thoughts were a storm, clouded by raw instinct and seething anger. The only purpose in that moment was to attack the unconscious Jack, but I knew Elias would stop me.

With a snarl, I pushed aside my doubts and pressed on, honing in on Jack's scent. But Elias intervened, hitting me hard against the wall. I attempted to attack again, but he rushed at me, pinning me down. After several failed attempts, I gave in, unable to move, yet still filled with the strong urge to attack Jack. Elias then transformed back to his normal state.

"Emily, listen to me," Elias urged, his voice a soothing balm to my mind. "You mustn't let the beast take control. You are stronger than this. Speak to it."

For a moment, I wavered, the haze of rage beginning to lift. With Elias's words, I found a sliver of clarity amidst the chaos, my resolve strengthening with each passing moment.

With a deep breath, I focused my thoughts, pushing back against the primal urges threatening to overwhelm me.

I slowly regained control as the fur slowly receded from my body, my bones adjusting back to their normal state, I cried out, but amidst the loud music, my cries went unheard by anyone except Elias. He watched as I transformed back to my human form, lying naked on the cold, hard floor, trembling with fear.

When I finally opened my eyes, I found myself face to face with Elias, his unwavering gaze filled with pride. "You did it, Emily," he said softly, a smile tugging at the corner of his lips. "I knew you could."

Still naked and vulnerable, Elias took off his shirt and gently draped it over me, it felt strange putting a shirt on my naked body but I was too weak and had no choice but to allow him. With a gentle lift, he hoisted me up, and carried me like a baby as we made our way through the back door, leaving Jack still unconscious on the floor behind us.

The darkness of the hallway enveloped us as we moved forward, my heart pounding in my chest as I clung to Elias for support. With each step, the weight of the night's events bore down on me, the fear and uncertainty threatening to overwhelm my senses. But in Elias's presence, I found a glimmer of hope, a beacon guiding me through the darkness towards an uncertain future.

Elias led me through a labyrinth of dimly lit corridors until we reached a Door concealed within shadows.with a gentle push he took me into the room and lays me on a bed at the side of the room.As I lay on the soft bed in the midst of this enchanting chamber, Elias's presence offered me a sense of comfort amidst the uncertainty. The room itself seemed like a portal to another world, bathed in soft light that danced upon the walls adorned with ancient tapestries. The air was heavy with the scent of age-old books and mysterious herbs, casting an atmosphere steeped in magic and mystery.

At the far end of the room, a grand desk stood proudly, its surface cluttered with arcane artifacts and ancient tomes. A single candle flickered atop the desk, casting shadows that seemed to dance with a life of their own. Along the walls, shelves lined with glass jars filled with strange concoctions and glistening crystals added to the sense of otherworldly wonder.

But amidst the mystical ambiance, there was also a feeling of safety with Elias by my side, his presence, a steady anchor in the midst of the unknown. Just then, the door creaked open, revealing an old man with strange tattoos adorning his wrinkled face and long golden hair cascading over his shoulders.

"Greetings, Elias, powerful alpha of the Everest pack," the old man greeted, his voice echoing with an air of reverence. "It's been a long time, my friend."

Elias exchanged pleasantries with the old man, whom he called Zed, before turning to me with a look of concern. "I need your help, Zed," he said solemnly, his gaze shifting back to the old man.

Confusion clouded my mind as I struggled to comprehend the unfolding events. I had only just discovered my own werewolf nature, and now I found myself thrust into a world of ancient magic and hidden secrets, with Elias, the alpha of the Everest pack, at the center of it all.

The atmosphere in the room grew tense as Zed's gaze fixated on a strange glittering crystal resting on the table. His focus was so intense that not even an earthquake could have torn his attention away from it. Minutes passed, each one stretching out like an eternity, until finally, Zed broke his trance-like state.

His expression was solemn as he turned to Elias, the weight of his words heavy in the air. "The alphas have learned of the existence of the destined red wolf," he announced, gesturing towards me with a sense of gravity. "They see her as a threat to their power, and they will stop at nothing to eliminate her."

My heart raced at the dire news, fear coursing through my veins like wildfire. Yet, amidst the chaos of my emotions, confusion reigned supreme. I struggled to comprehend the gravity of the situation unfolding before me, my mind shrouded in a thick fog of uncertainty.

As Elias and Zed exchanged grave looks, a sense of panic threatened to overwhelm me. "What's happening? Someone, please tell me something!" I pleaded, my voice rising with desperation. But my cries fell on deaf ears, the weight of their silence pressing down on me like a suffocating blanket.

Before I could protest further, Elias was by my side, lifting me effortlessly onto his shoulder. "There's no time for this," he said firmly, his voice brooking no argument. I fought against his hold, pounding my fists against his back in a futile attempt to break free, but his strength was unyielding.

As we made our way out the door, Zed's parting words echoed in my ears like a haunting refrain. "Take good care of her, man. She's your destined mate," he called after us, but Elias didn't pause to respond. In that moment, all that mattered was escaping the imminent danger that lurked in the shadows, and finding a way to unravel the mysteries that now threatened to consume us both.