Chapter 1
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"Cedric did you see what just happened?"
Silence!
"Cedric?"
"Cedric???"
He jumped upright, the heavy thought leaving him.
"What's wrong with you. Since we entered the pack, you've been lost in thought. Worse was after that strange occurrence. Is there something you're not telling me?"
"I'm fine Lex" Cedric said, looking out the carriage window.
He wondered why they were using a carriage when they could just use a car.
"I doubt you are Ced. But since you say so, I'll leave you to your own thoughts. But I believe something strange is going on in this pack. Very strange and dark". Lex concluded and looked out the window as well.
They soon arrived in front of the pack house where the Alpha and Luna were waiting. Their father had already arrived earlier and they were late. Thanks to Cedric's practice.
"Prince Lex, Prince Cedric". The Alpha and Luna bowed as well as their three children.
They had two girls, one who was grinning from ear to ear at Prince Lex and one who looked like she'd be anywhere else but there. Lex thought he might like that one. Their son stood straight and proud behind his father in a black trouser and blue shirt.
"Alpha Gray, Luna Caroline". The two Princes said, maintaining eye contact with the Alpha and Luna.
They were Royalty and they were taught never to bow for anyone except their parent.
"Please do well to come in". Alpha Gray said leading the way.
They stepped into the Pack house. It wasn't as luxurious as theirs but it was top notch. It was big, with a touch of old and modern fashion.
"Welcome to Wolf moon Pack Your Majesties". Alpha Gray said.
He walked in front of them with their father beside him. Cedric had his earplugs in his ear. Lex couldn't make use of his even if he wanted to. He was 14 and Crown Prince of the werewolf Kingdom, next in line to the throne. He had to pay close attention whenever they went on pack tours. His brother had to just get away with it, doing whatsoever he pleased and had passion for. On his own end, all everyone cared about was making sure he was trained on becoming a good King.
Lex turned around to find out that the older girl was no where to find. He made use of his sharp hearing to find her slip into a room, closing the door behind her.
He paused in his tracks and waited till his father and his companions bended the corner of the hallway. He walked towards the room, opening the door. The girl was oblivious of his presence.
He decided to look around. Different paintings adorned the wall. The largest was that of the Alpha in the very center of the collection.
The dark haired girl was buried in her painting.
"What are you doing here?" Her voice startled him.
"I should be asking you that?" He responded, collecting himself.
"Last I checked, this is my work room".
"Last I checked, the royal family came on a tour in your pack and all you do is sneak away. Quite disrespectful". Lex clicked his tongue.
"Last I checked, you're part of that royal family, Crown prince. Your presence is highly needed there and all you do is sneak away".
"You've made your point but you got me curious. I mean which girl has that much audacity to show up in front of the royal family, dressed in a legging and hoodie with her earplugs stuck in her ear? Worse still,sneaks away during the tour".
"This particular girl is that girl". She looked up at him a bit and went back to her work.
He was dumbstruck by her beauty. She looked simple yet very beautiful.
"So what are you painting that has you so indulged that you won't even look at me twice?" He asked, dragging a chair to sit in front of her.
He didn't want to invade her privacy, else he would have walked right behind her and see for himself. The act of course didn't go unnoticed by the girl.
"Nothing important". She looked him in the eye.
"Why didn't you just come behind me and see for yourself?"
He shrugged.
"I respect your privacy enough. If you want me to see, you'll invite me".
"Thank you. That's very nice of you. Very unprince-like".
"What do you mean by that?" He laughed heartily.
"Princes are proud, always have and want things to be done their way". She chuckled.
"What's your name?".
"Aurora, My Prince".
"I'm Prince Lex".
"I'm very much aware of that".
The weird occurrence replayed in his head. He could ask this girl, she may know.
"Since you know, we're on a tour in your pack, am I permitted to ask you some questions?"
"Sure. Go ahead".
He wasn't ready to beat about the bush so he went straight to the point.
"Have you by any chance, noticed something strange happening in your pack?"
"Strange?" She dropped her brush. "What do you mean strange?"
"Like magic. Dark magic". He watched her every movement. She had grown tensed.
"Dark magic? Ridiculous! It's just a myth". She dismissed with a wave of her hand. But she couldn't hide the lie in her eyes.
"Yet your eyes and body movement says otherwise". He scrutinized her. She took a deep breath.
"Cause you won't believe me. A few people have their suspicions but no valid evidence except for one thing" she rambled.
"Slow down. I don't get you. What do you mean?"
"Come see this". She waved him over to see the painting she was working on.
There was a house surrounded by flowers and few trees. From one of the windows peeked a little girl. At the top of the house was a black crow.
"Where's that?"
"It's a house at the outskirts of the pack land. A family live there. They're omegas but the man, Andrew, proved to be strong enough and was made a pack warrior. They have a daughter. Her name is Eleora I heard. She's believed to be cursed at birth. Different from every other child. She's so fair, she looks transparent. Her hair is black as the night itself and if she stared at you, it's as though she's staring right into your soul. Since she was born, a crow seated itself on the top of their roof and hasn't left ever since". Aurora completed and Lex's mouth was left open.
"Hasn't anyone tried, to chase away the bird?"
"Every attempt has proved futile".
"Let me ask, why did you ask about it specifically?"
"Let's just say, I kind of sensed something when I entered the pack". At this, Aurora turned from her painting to face him.
Their faces were very few inches apart. She could feel his hot breath fan her face. She took the time to have a good look at him. He was handsome, she couldn't deny. Maybe they could be mates but she had no idea as she was yet to be 16.
He pushed a lock of hair away from her face and leaned in to kiss her. His gloved hands cupped her face and she parted her lips. Just as their lips grazed each other, the door open.
They jumped apart. Cedric looked at them with a bored look.
"Our fathers have been asking of you". He said.
Lex followed him out immediately.
"Cedric wait".
"What?"
"I've gotten intel on the girl. The little girl you were staring at at the outskirts of the pack land".
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