Mark of the Goddess

Chapter 12 - Nothing but a Dream?

Eldwin’s POV

Tesla was glowing once again as she howled. Her power envelops all of us, as if it was healing everyone. The cuts and blood that was once on her fur glistened away. Small white lights rose from her mouth as she slowly shifted back into her human form. I was in awe of her once again. She brought my pack together in howls of harmony and peace. Her voice was like a chorus of angels. L.J. and I shifted as her song sounded like it drew to an end. She started to fall forward, but I caught her just in time. I picked her up and held her close to my chest. Her wounds didn’t completely heal but they weren’t bleeding. I immediately ran her to the Pack house. 

The infirmary Is held on the first floor. Usually the guest rooms were used for the purpose of having any wolf be held there for recovery. I could tell that she wasn’t in any pain. She felt at peace. If it wasn’t for the fact that she was slightly breathing, I would’ve thought that I had lost her. I allowed the doctor to walk in and put all the necessary IVs in her right arm. The doctor shooed us away as she worked on getting Tesla settled and connected to the machines that omega wolves brought it. I turned to see my mother face to face with me. Her face was in a scowl. 

“That little brat, doing this to the best thing to happen to this pack,” She almost growled. My mother didn’t lose her temper too often. So the fact that she was pissed meant that this struck a nerve in her. 

“I knew something was off with Tes. She’s a damn good fighter and barely breaks a sweat in most battles. She doesn’t tire easily, either,” L.J. said as he paced back and forth. As he did, I realized we were both naked. I sighed and stopped looking at him. 

“Yeah. She was in some pain early on in the battle. I could feel it,” I said as I looked at my mother. 

“Tesla, being a stubborn mule that she is, would not dare back down from a fight. Not if it meant giving up the things she truly cared about,” Lionel said as he grabbed a sheet and wrapped it around his waist. He handed me a sheet as an omega rushed past. I wrapped it around my own waist and growled to myself. 

“Wolfsbane,” my mother suddenly spoke as she looked at Tesla. My jaw dropped and I felt my heart begin to break. I whipped around and looked at her.

“What?” I almost yelled. 

“Wolfsbane. That Silverblood somehow cheated and got Wolfsbane into Tesla’s system,” she spoke as she pushed past me. “Doctor Ayman. Help me look for any abnormal abrasions.”

“Yes, Alpha Queen.” I watched as the two women examined Tesla’s body. I could hear L.J. pacing back and forth. If he felt what I felt, he was going to go out for blood. 

“Here!” Doctor Ayman said as she held up Tesla’s left arm. 

“Shortly before I announced the battle, Amelia bumped into Tesla,” I said as I rubbed my face. Feeling stupid and neglectful. 

“There’s no way anyone could have known. The only way to know for sure are the signs and symptoms,” My mother spoke as she went to examine Tesla's arm. “When I saw Tesla struggling in that battle, I knew that it had to be some sort of drug. The blood was the telltale sign of Wolfsbane. However, her not being able to shift was my confirmation.” 

“I’m going to kill that b***h,” I snarled as I rammed my fist through the wall next to me. 

“Eldwin, calm yourself, man,” L.J. said with some edge to it. “Tesla needs you more than ever right now. Besides, Amelia is locked up in the dungeons. We can say all we want that Amelia did this, but by law we need proof. That’s a universal law.” He was right. We had to find what she used. Allen, Alex, Cassie, Ella, and Kosovo were finally able to join us. The doctor took a few blood samples from Tesla and left the room for us to mingle.

“I never liked her. Not since the first day she came here as a teenager,” Allen spoke up. “She always acted shady and weird. I just thought It was trauma from her pack being killed right in front of her eyes.” 

“She was a w***e. I bet she used some sort of drug on you to get her way with you, Eldwin,” Alex spoke with fury in his voice. That night was mostly a blur. I remember being there in her bed and then waking up that morning. I wasn’t sure if anything took place as it felt like I was drunk by the next morning. The stench that woman had was vile to my nose. As the conversation of fantasies about bringing Amelia to her death rang out, the doctor stepped back in a bit puzzled. 

“Doctor?” I said as I approached her. 

“I just can’t believe it. This makes no sense,” She spoke as she approached Tesla. She checked Tesla’s mouth and eyes. 

“Doctor Ayman, what’s the matter?” My mother spoke. She only shook her head. 

“Nothing. There's not a trace of wolfsbane in her system.” We all looked at each other puzzled. 

“Her howl,” L.J. said, breaking the silence. “She healed herself. If I know my sister, she didn’t want anyone to mourn for her or be in pain. That howl was beyond comforting. It was like she was telling us all how much she loved us. That song she was singing to. I have never heard of any language like it.” We all looked at Tesla, who was resting peacefully in the bed before us. “I may not know many wolf howls and their meanings, but I know her. That’s why she was able to heal herself. It has to be.”

“Those lights that came from her mouth,” I finally spoke. “That was the wolfsbane being taken from her body.” 

“Well, she is marked by the goddess,” my mother said, mostly to herself. “The goddess herself probably healed her.”

“Makes sense that there would be no traces, if Tesla healed herself and those lights were coming out of her mouth,” Allen said. I leaned down to Tesla’s face, pressing my forehead to hers. 

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Tesla’s POV 

I opened my eyes to be once again in a bright room with stupid beeping monitors. I had a headache, but other than that I didn’t feel like I was dying. 

“Welcome back, my little lily,” Eldwin’s voice sent sweet sparks through my body. “Whoa calm down there, darling. We can’t take any actions here with people in the room. I’m glad you’re feeling better though. That’s all I could ever ask for.” My face probably turned red when I looked to see that my friends and family were here. 

“Uh, hey you guys,” I said with embarrassment. They all laughed and chuckled. 

“Glad to see you bright eyed and bushy tailed, sis,” L.J. said as he crossed his arms.

“Yeah, you gave us all a scare!” Allen said as he stretched. 

“H-how long have I been out?” I asked, looking around for a clock. 

“For most of the day,” Eldwin said as he slid beside me onto the bed. “So not very long.” His touch alone sent my body into a wave of heat that made me wrap my arms around him. I was so happy to see him. Naomi came in with the doctor and sighed with relief. She motioned everyone to leave the room. They complied. Giving me more words of encouragement as they walked out. 

The doctor cleared me to leave the room after she removed the IVs. Naomi and the doctor wrapped me up in a blanket. I hadn’t even noticed that I was nude, but was grateful for the tenderness as they made sure I was properly covered. Eldwin wouldn’t allow me to walk up the stairs. Granted my legs felt like jello, but I would’ve liked to walk. Everyone fussing over me had me irritable. 

He wasted no time getting me into his room. He finally set me down on my feet and I wobbled slightly as I held the sheet close to my chest. He allowed me to walk to the bed. Sitting down I couldn't help but feel embarrassed. How is it possible that the one pack I finally get to meet has my sister in it? Her disrespecting everyone, the way she did. Eldwin stepped between my legs and brought me back into his embrace. 

“You want to talk about it?” He said softly. I shook my head. I only wanted him. I wanted his scent. I wanted him to claim me again. Like I needed that reassurance. Do I even deserve it? He pulled my face up gently to look up at him. Leaning down he placed a loving kiss on my lips. Those sparks flared to life. My eyes burned with the mixture of emotions that I felt as tears were attempting to escape. I was happy, scared, and upset at these circumstances. It was like a nightmare and a dream clashing together. All I wanted was to keep feeling Eldwin’s touch. Everything that was him. As if this was all just a dream and I would wake up in my cabin. Alone. 

I pulled him closer to my body as I grabbed onto his shirt. Letting the blanket fall from my body. He slowly pulled his lips from mine. Placing his forehead against my own. 

“I don’t want to do anything if you don’t want to, my little lily.” He said as his eyes glistened with sensual love. 

“I want nothing more than to have you,” I spoke in an almost whisper. “I don’t want to wake from this dream.” I almost whimpered. 

“You won’t. This is all real, Tesla,” He said as rubbed my back. I wanted to taste more of him. I wanted more to show that this wasn’t a dream that I was going to wake from. I looked him up and down, drinking in the vision of the godly figure in front of me. My hands ventured to his pants as I pulled them down slowly, letting the beast beneath spring forth at attention. I looked up at him, seeing those beautiful golden-silver orbs glow with lustful intent. I wrapped my lips around his head and sucked on it gently. Tasting the pre-c*m that leaked from the slit. As I sucked on him, I flicked my tongue across his tip. I then sucked in most of his length and wrapped my hands around the base of his girth. Working my hand as I bobbed my head. Growling possessively over the d**k that I held in my mouth. 

“f**k, babe.” I heard Eldwin groan out. I hummed as his rod hit the back of my throat, causing me to gag, but I didn’t care. I wanted to keep tasting him. I wanted all of him. I tilted my head slightly as if it would help plunge him deeper down my throat. He grabbed the back of my head and began thrusting himself into my mouth gently. “Damn. Tesla.” His voice caused my core to clench and my depths to quiver as I felt a trail of my own juices soak the sheet I sat on. I needed him. Now. As if he was reading my mind, he pulled himself out of my mouth. 

“I need you. Please.” I panted as my body began to shiver uncontrollably.

“Don’t worry, I’ve got you, love,” He said as he lifted me up and brought me into a loving kiss. I felt him slide me across the bed. He paused for a moment and grabbed a small pouch from the side table drawer. Once he was done placing the condom on to his length, he crawled his way back over to me. Positioning his muscular frame over mine. His length throbbing against my entrance. Eldwin placed an arm under my leg and lifted. Slipping his rod into my depths, I gasped and moaned. He was being more gentle this time, as if he had been reading my mind this whole time. Showing me all the love that he had for me.

“Eldwin,” I whispered. He gave me a few gentle thrusts. Releasing my leg he laid his powerful, yet gentle frame against my own. Our bodies felt as one as he took long loving strokes. Hitting that sensitive spot hidden deep within me. As he thrusted into me again I gasped. He took that opportunity to silence me as my orgasm took hold. As his lips connected with mine, my juices coated his member. He increased his speed. The room filled with our moans and grunts. His hand explored my hips and up the curve of my waist. We broke our kiss so we could fill our lungs with air. 

“Tesla,” He whispered through labored breaths. I leaned my head up to press my forehead against his. 

“Eldwin,” I forced out as I panted. I felt a hand cup my breast. I looked into his beautifully handsome eyes. He toyed with my n****e and sent me over the edge again. Flicking and abusing my n****e with loving motions. He bent down and sucked on my other n****e. I couldn’t help but hold onto him. Wracking my nails across his back. He growled possessively and increased his speed. My moans and screams filled the space of the bedroom as sweat beaded both our bodies. 

I felt him reaching his own climax and as he pumped stream after stream of his seed into me. The condom contained his c*m as he gave a few more final thrusts. 

“I love you, Tesla,” he said as he positioned up farther onto the bed. 

“I love you too, Eldwin,” I said before bringing him back down to embrace him in another kiss. 

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Eldwin’s POV

I woke to my alarm beeping at me. I reluctantly reached over and dismissed it. With Tesla laying on my chest, it was hard to not move. I didn’t want to wake her. We had spent hours lost in each other’s arms. The love I felt for her was far more powerful than anything else I have ever felt in my life. We were both tired from our fun activities. Last night crossed my mind and I was surprised when my rod began to perk back up. Tesla shifted slightly, inhaling my scent with primal lust in her movements. At least she wasn’t having those awful nightmares after what happened yesterday. I reminded myself, that our activities were more than just about fun. It was about letting each other know how we truly felt. 

As much as I enjoyed laying with her, I knew she needed rest. I knew that she needed some time to sleep peacefully. I couldn’t help but look down at her sleeping frame. Her bare skin touching mine and the softness of her body seemed to wrap me in love and calm aroma. I smiled at her. I love this woman so damn much that it hurts. I ran my fingers through her hair, feeling how soft and silky it was, even in its tangled mess. She was beautiful no matter what. No. She was more than beautiful. Tesla is my goddess here on earth and no other could ever compare to her. I felt her nails dig into my chest as her brows furrowed. 

Did her dreams start to turn against her, again? I wish she would talk to me about them, but I try not to press the matter. She will tell me at her own pace. Right? She began to tremble. I was hurting for her. What is she dreaming about that has her trembling? Could it be that Amelia had brought back more bad memories? All the more reason for me to go find that b***h in the dungeon and rip her apart. 

“No… Talisma…” Tesla whimpered in her sleep as I felt her warm tears grace my chest. I had to wake her. I gently shook her. I couldn’t allow her to suffer through another bad dream. 

“Tesla. Baby,” I said as softly as I could. She jerked awake and sat up. I rose up to bring her confused face to meet mine.

“Hey, hey hey, my little lily. You’re safe. You’re ok,” I said softly and reassuringly. She looked over at me with tears streaming down her face. 

“E-Eldwin?” She spoke, still confused and with fear in her voice. 

“It’s alright. I’m here,” I said as I wrapped my arms around her shivering body. Her sobs were breaking my heart. I hated to see her like this. 

“Eldwin. She’s gone,” she cried. I brought her back down onto the bed. Laying her head on my arm as I held her close. 

“Who’s gone, baby?” I asked her, but was sure I had an idea. 

“She’s gone,” Tesla whimpered as she began to fade back into her dreams. I lovingly rubbed my cheek against the top of her head. I laid with her for a few more minutes until I was sure that she was fast asleep. 

I gently slipped my arm out from under her head and got up. I needed answers to what the Silverbloods were really all about. I needed to know why she was having these nightmares. I quickly and quietly slipped on some sweat pants and left the room. Taking care to tiptoe and gently close the door behind me. I went straight to my office and began looking through all the old books, binders and files that lined one wall. I took down everything that had the name ‘Silverblood’ written on it. Bringing a stack of everything I could find, to my desk, I began to dive into everything. 

One book was about the history of the Silverblood Pack. So I began to read.

The Silverblood Pack was not always called that. Two thousand years ago they were named the “Moon Guardians". Born alphas and warriors said to be pleased by the goddess herself. No other pack could compare to their strength. None, other than the Alpha King’s pack. They were the ones who were first on battlefields and would almost always reign victoriously. Until their enemies started using silver to kill the warriors. After centuries of their pack members being killed off by the silver that assaulted their bodies, a new alpha, Alpha Zanthian Moon, began to pump himself slowly with silver. Allowing him to gain a tolerance over time. Then his Beta, Delta, and warriors began to do the same. Earning their immunity to silver. Their pack had been renamed to ‘Silverblood’. 

I nodded at this information. I never knew that any werewolf could do that. It must’ve been a long and painful process. I continued to read. 

The Silverblood pack soon found out that their immunity to silver was passed down to the next generations. Believing that it was the Goddess’s will. This in turn caused their enemies to use other sources of elimination. 

I am assuming it's Wolfsbane. I scanned down farther down the page as It spoke of the enemies using wolfsbane and what it did to them. This led them to go a different route. 

The Silverblood pack soon brought in witches as mates in hopes that it would empower their offspring. Creating hybrid werewolves that could use magic. Although their intentions were valiant, the Alpha King had his concerns. Wolves that held that power were unpredictable. If a hybrid wolf was banished, it would quickly turn into a Varg with much more intelligence than normal Vargs would have. 

This makes sense. The coordinated attacks at the Sunstone Pride. Could it be a hybrid Varg? I continued on. 

Although the Alpha King had his doubts, the Silverblood pack still reigned victorious in his name. The Silverbloods proving their strength time and time again. They fought for their King. They fought for justice and valor.

I scanned over more of the history as It began to speak about some of the famed wolf warriors and Alphas. I sighed. I closed the book and looked inside another book. Then another one. The old books only spoke of their traditional training methods and culture. They were specialized in torture with the introduction of witches. Using herbs and other forms of magic that was quickly turning dark. At least that’s what the most recently published book mentioned. Abandoning the books I began to look in the binders and files. As I flipped through pages, a knock rapt at my door. 

“Yeah,” I said in a slightly hushed tone. 

“Hey Eldwin. You didn’t show up for training, was wondering if Tesla was alright,” Allen said as he peaked his head in. I briefly looked up at him.

“She’s scared and doesn’t want to admit it,” I said gruffly. 

“And you are in here, why?” Allen asked as he walked in and closed the door.

“Looking into the Silverbloods,” I said as I looked back at the papers with small prints on them. 

“Yeah? Are you looking for anything in particular?” He asked as he walked closer towards my desk. 

“I just want to help Tesla.” My voice was full of determination now. “She had another nightmare. She still can’t sleep peacefully.” Allen picked up a binder and opened it. Looking up at him, I raised a brow questioningly. 

“What?” Allen said as he looked over at me.

“What are you doing?” I asked him as another rapt at my door sounded in the room. I groaned. “What?” Of course Alex poked his head in. Skald and Tally almost burst through the door making him stumble slightly. Skald and Tally sniffed around the room, exploring it a bit before they found their desired spots. “Might as well come in.” He did so cautiously. 

“Uh, am I interrupting something?” Alex said as he looked around the room. 

“Nope. We are looking into the Silverblood files,” Allen said as he flipped a page. 

“Tesla had another nightmare?” Alex said as if it was now common knowledge. I couldn’t help but sigh and nod in defeat. “Alright, well what exactly are we looking for?” 

I ran my fingers through my hair and leaned back. 

“I hear her say one name. Talisma. This person might be the one who can shed some light on everything that happened to Tesla in her past,” I said as I looked at Allen and Alex. 

“That name sounds familiar,” Allen said as he began to zone out. 

“You think this person hurt her?” Alex asked. My blood began to boil at the thought, but then thinking about her voice, she sounded sad. There was no fear. 

“No. I don’t think so,” I said as I shook my head. 

“Allow me to shed some light, then,”A familiar male voice surrounded us. Filling the room with power. We all looked up to see my father. Alpha King Archek Feathermane. I rose to my feet as Allen and Alex bowed their heads immediately. Skald and Tally were watching him, but didn’t dare rise to their feet. 

“Father, what are you doing here?” I was shocked at the fact that I didn’t even hear him come in. My father is a tall, well built man. His suits always hid those muscles beneath them with ease. His greying dirty blonde beard covered the collar of her grey shirt. His long hair pulled back into a ponytail. Those eyes staring at me, making me feel like I was staring in the mirror at my own reflection. 

“Tesla’s coronation ceremony. Your brothers are down at the training grounds with a few of their own pack members. I decided I’d come find you on my own,” He said as he approached my desk. Allen and Alex moved out of his way but still held their heads in a bow. 

“Right, of course,” I said as I looked at my Beta and Delta. “You guys can relax now.” Both of them seemed to sigh with relief as they raised their heads. 

“From what I’ve been told, we might have to postpone it,” He said as he held my gaze. 

“That’s up to her.” I crossed my arms. He nodded with a chuckle. 

“Relax, son. I am not going to say or do anything to stop her from becoming the Silva of this pack. Her mark was all I needed to know to trust her.” I didn’t say anything. I wasn’t sure how to react to the man who always held his ‘all business’ face. “Now, back to Talisma.”

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