Entangled Heart

The last night

The music throbbed in the club, the bass beating in time with my heart rhythm. Rachel, my closest friend, took hold of my hand and led me to the dance floor. "Let's enjoy ourselves one more time!" she shouted above the music, with a gleam of excitement in her eyes.

I paused, experiencing a twinge of sorrow. Tomorrow I am leaving this pack, relocating to a different pack to reside with my mom and her partner. My mom was presenting me to the 100th man she had dated and I was dead serious.

I would miss this place, miss my freedom.

Rachel's excitement was contagious. I was captivated by her radiant smile and glittering eyes, which made me feel as if I were the sole focus of her attention.

In that moment, all my worries vanished and I felt a thrill of excitement and hope.

While we danced and laughed, I felt a newfound freedom and joy that had been absent for years, and I was certain that this night would be unforgettable. Even if I moved to a new pack, I won't forget my best friend.

We danced, immersed in the music and the flickering lights. I was worry-free, not thinking about the upcoming relocation that has been bothering me for a while now.

A few hours later, Rachel proposed that we pause for a break. Taking me to the bar, she bought drinks for both of us.

As I received the drink from Rachel, I felt a rush of excitement as I noticed a mysterious sparkle in her eyes that I couldn't quite understand.

"Let's celebrate. This is your last time here, come on!" she yelled above the music and a low chuckle erupted from me.

I took a sip, experiencing the refreshing liquid flow smoothly down my throat. Initially, it had the flavor of a typical cocktail before a bitter taste lingered on my tongue. I furrowed my brows, experiencing a surge of lightheadedness.

This doesn't feel right. It was not just alcohol.

"Rachel, what is inside of this?" I inquired with my words slightly blurred.

Rachel simply chuckled, her eyes sparkling with a sense of understanding. "Just a little something to help you relax”

“Okay” I mouthed as I took another sip. I attempted to have more to drink, but my arm felt as heavy as lead. The room started rotating, and I tripped, managing to steady myself on the bar.

"Whoa, take it easy," Rachel said, grabbing my arm. "Allow me to assist you."

I felt a sudden rush of fear as she pulled me away from the bar, the music and lights blending into one. I attempted to talk, to ask her where she was taking me, but my speech was jumbled and didn't make sense.

Exiting the club, I could feel my legs starting to weaken. Rachel held onto my arm tightly, keeping me from falling. What was going on with me? Why do I even feel faint all of a sudden?

She softly murmured, her tone icy and aloof, "We are almost there."

I was overcome by a sense of terror when I realized that I was entirely under her control. Suddenly, I found myself being shoved into a room, with my head throbbing.

"Who are you and what do you want?" A male voice was heard in the room, attempting to raise up.

Even though the room was well-lit, I couldn't make out his face clearly because my vision was blurred.

"Who are you?" I inquired of him, my body felt weighed down and sluggish, and it's a miracle I haven't collapsed yet despite how weak and faint I felt within me.

"I am Thane," he whispered in a calming tone, his voice barely above a whisper, but I heard it clearly. I blinked repeatedly to be able to see his face and luckily for me, it worked.

Thane had eyes of a deep blue hue, almost penetrating, along with a defined jawline and sculpted features that appeared as if they were made of rock. His disheveled dark hair added a touch of ruggedness as it framed his face. His straight nose and full lips formed a slight smirk, giving off an air of mystery.

His wide shoulders and fit physique were noticeable even beneath his relaxed clothing. His skin had a warm, golden undertone, as though it had been embraced by the sun's warmth. The few bits of stubble on his jawline enhanced his rugged appeal, giving the impression of a man who didn't waste time on daily shaving.

As he shifted his gaze, his eyes glowed with an internal fervor, as though powered by a strong enthusiasm or a concealed mystery. His stare was mesmerizing, luring me in with a unique attraction.

I couldn't hold back and started moving closer to him by walking deeper into the room. I eventually reached his location and looked into Thane's eyes, feeling my body being pulled towards him as if by a magnet. I couldn't find a reason for the sudden impulse, but I felt an intense desire to lure him in.

I used my hands to follow the contours of his face, pausing on his lips with my fingertips. I noticed a hint of desire in Thane's eyes, despite the warning that flashed in them.

“I love you and I want you” I whispered.

"Wait," he snarled, grabbing my wrists. "Your thoughts are not clear. You are clearly not in your right senses"

However, I couldn't help myself. I bent closer, my lips gently touching his ear. "I want you right here and now," I murmured, speaking with a deep and rough tone.

Thane's grasp grew stronger, his gaze ablaze with passion.

"You have no idea what you're doing." However, I was unable to control myself. I planted a kiss on his lips, my lips following the curves of his mouth. Thane's defiance weakened, and he responded to my kiss, bringing me closer with his hands.

Thane's eyes met mine, filled with passion, as we separated to take a breath. "What has come over you? Why are you acting this way?" he stated, his voice filled with intense emotion.

I shook my head, feeling a surge of excitement. "I don't know, but I am unable to control myself. I just want you to put away this burning sensation within me”

Thane looked into my eyes, then embraced me tightly, kissing me passionately. I was aware that I was taking a risk, but I couldn't help being drawn to the danger.

“Indeed you have been drugged”

I tried to recall how I arrived, but my memories were hazy. I couldn't remember anything at all. "What do you mean by that?”

Thane wore a grim expression. "You have been drugged with an aphrodisiac. If I fail to assist you, the consequences could be fatal. You could die,”

I felt a wave of fear when I heard those words, but Thane's composed attitude comforted me. His warm hands gently pushed me away.

“Take it easy. I will assist you regardless of not being familiar with you. If I don't help you and you die, I won't be able to forgive myself,”

I am aware that the action I am going to take doesn't seem right, and although I want to prevent myself, I am unable to. I eventually caved and allowed him to do as he pleased with me. The intense feeling inside of me w

as overpowering my ability to control myself. I simply wanted to put out the flames.