Purple Paw Pack

Chapter 1: Family and History

PROLOGUE

Zetta grew up in a slow pace town, she was loved beyond everything that the world can

imagine.

She has a family one can only imagine, a quiet neighborhood quiet but loud at the same time, neighborhood full of family, and people she’s known her whole childhood.

Her family was so close knit that’s why everyone was so drawn together even those that weren't family.

All the neighborhood KIDS and ADULT would come around anytime there’s a gathering. It was always a good time, siblings, cousins, uncles, aunts, parents, and grandparents, It was always a family affair.

Zetta’s mother Debra works as a RN nurse in the hospital, she worked so much and hard to provide for her children, Zetta and her brother Semaj.

Zetta and Semaj go to their uncle Zack to enjoy their day out together, they all go to the amusement park they have the time of their lives, uncle Zack tells them that it’s time to go back home.

They all get to the car, Zack loads the cars with all the prizes and makes sure that the kids are buckled up and ready to go.

On the way home Zetta and Semaj ask uncle Zack to stop for ice cream, uncle Zack says, not today, as he says this to the kids, he looks up into the rear view mirror and see’s, Zetta and Semaj now are upset, while looking at the kids he smirks.

Zack makes it back home and unloads the kids and their prizes, Zetta and Semaj come around the car to see, there’s a big party going on, they take off running to join in on the activities.

Zetta sees her grandfather Big Zhyayre and jumps in his arms. Hey Big Z, what's going on here, well Lil Z, today we’re having a ceremony for all of the older grandkids.

Zetta has a confused look, and asks why today Big Z? Well Lil Z it’s the day that all of ya’ll learn about your family secret, Zetta’s eyes are wide like a saucer, she exclaims,” WOW Big Z” I'm so excited.

That’s why I had all of ya’lls uncles and aunties take all ya’ll away. Zetta shook her head saying, nice one Big Z.

Big Z went to put Zetta down when his Beta Oscar gave him a nod letting him know everyone was present.

Okay kids find a seat so we can begin. All the grandkids were so excited to hear what Big Z had to say.

They all raced to find a seat around the bonfire, all eyes were on Big Z, all ears were opened and all mouths were shut. Eagerness was all that was seen.

Everyone sat down and listened closely to what Big Z had to say…..

The children were equally shocked and amazed at what Big Z had just told them….

Chapter 1

BIG Z POV

Many years ago when our ancestors were held captive in slavery, being beaten, murdered, and abused for years on end. Working in the fields serving their captors from before sunrise till dark.

Feeding our people scraps from the animals they didn't want. Our ancestors would take it with pride and would prepare what we now call Soul Food.

One night they gathered together and began to sing and pray to be freed of all the torment and abuse.

The captors were in their homes and the slaves lived in huts, barns, some even had to sleep outside because the captors would punish the slaves by depriving them shelter, food, or even water to drink until they felt they've been punished enough.

Sometimes it was weeks even months before the slaves would be freed from punishments.

One particular night while the ancestors were praying and singing, there was an aura that came out of nowhere. It felt strange, overpowering, but also warm and welcoming.

The ancestors started to look around wondering where this aura was coming from.

One of the elders stopped and hushed everyone, the elder turned and saw a figure coming towards them.

They all were worried but the figure's appearance was coming into view.

It was a woman, she was beautiful, tall, caramel skin, her hair was silver, but her eyes had all of them stuck.

They were purple and glowed bright as the stars above.

When the woman spoke her voice was mesmerizing, it was soft as silk and peaceful as a summer breeze, her voice sent comfort to everyone around her, my children, I've heard your prayers and songs.

I’ve come to grant you freedom and a special gift to aid you on your journey.

Everyone began to whisper trying to understand exactly what this woman was saying, freedom and gifts.

The elder spoke and asked who are you and why would you show mercy to us.

She replied and said, I've been watching you, my children and I've cried for so many years.

Now I'm here to save you and grant you a gift that would protect you as long as you use my gifts right.

Become the strong proud family I see in front of me.

Always stick together and don't let anyone or anything come in between you. Someone from the crowd shouted with joy which got the rest of the group excited.

The elder once again asked, who are you?

My name is Moon, and I'm what you would call a goddess of the moon. This excited the elder so much so he started to cry. Thank you Moon goddess, for hearing our prayers, and as I speak for my people, we will accept your gifts and freedom.

The Moon goddess smiled at the elder and said, your welcome my child, now if I may speak and explain what's going to happen.

I’m the mother of the moon, and my children the gift that I will grant you today is a counterpart of yourself, a friend that’ll be there for you in your time of need.

This gift will transform your human

body into your counterpart a Werewolf. You’ll be able to protect yourselves from the enemy.

You’ll become a PACK (family), you'll age slower and live longer as long as you stay together.

Everyone was shocked to hear what Moon had said, few were confused, but the elder was so excited he was shaking.

If I may begin, Moon looked up to the sky, her eyes shining brighter than ever she spoke a few words no one knew of.

She went through the crowd and began to touch everyone on their temples giving them their counterparts, she explained to them that it will hurt but it’ll get better in time, Moon also told them that the kids also have a counterpart but they want get their until their 15th birthday, and also don't get scared if you hear a voice that's not yours It’ll be your counterpart they’ll introduce themselves to you.

Moon said one last thing before she faded away. Your change will happen on the next “New Moon”, so be ready to be free and make sure you're far away from your captors when the change happens; you will feel the moon calling to you that will be your sign to leave, your bones will have to adjust and it will not be pleasant, the transformation is a painful process.

I will return my children once the transformation is complete….