The Moonlight Bond

Episode 2

The morning Sun woke me from my bed and I stirred before sitting up. My toes hurt already even before the journey. I made a low frustrated sigh as I made out of bed and walked to get a coffee brew but the buzz from my cell phone stopped me abruptly.

I answered the call from Clarence and he said.

" Hi Emerald, where are you? It's been over an hour since we have been waiting. Do you get the location wrong? Mr Floyd is already upset "

Over an hour? Oh wait a second. I turn slowly, very slowly to the wall clock and what I saw makes my jaw drop.

The time makes me know it's already afternoon when Floyd had said we should meet up in the morning. Oh my goodness!

" Yeah, I will be there right...away " I disconnected before Clarence replied and I dashed into the shower like a woman possessed. I have been worried all night about what awaits Arthur. I have failed to sleep.

" Oh Arthur. You will be the reason I turn out jobless " I said to myself aloud as I walked out from the shower after cleaning up.

I ruminated through my dresser in haste and I grabbed my duffel bag. Without reasoning I picked any clothes that my fingers could grabbed.

I dressed up in a tight jean and turtleneck sweater later on and put on a Boots without double checking.

After running around to brush my hair and all, I grabbed my car keys and stormed out. I made sure I locked my door before running out.

I could see my neighbours smiling at my clumsiness. I opened my car door and dropped the duffel bag in the next sight. I stepped at once on the gas pedal and drove out.

Thanks to my car gps tracker, I located the place where my team is waiting for me already. I parked my car beside Clarence's and alighted to look around.

The highway is just a bit ahead and the jungle further away. I turn to see everyone staring at me. Oh yeah, they should. I deserve even their glares.

" You should have informed me you have no interest in coming along Emerald. I would have employed a dutiful scientist who could take up your post " Floyd scolded as a form of greeting and I caught Hilda giggling beside him.

I turned deaf ear to her and I plastered a smile on my face. I looked up at Floyd and said.

" I'm sorry Mr Floyd. I will do better next time "

Floyd stared at me indifferently and then scoffed lightly before going into the vehicle that awaits us.

" You are late Emerald Grimes " Clarence says with a smile and I sigh.

" I can't help it. I woke up late actually "

We all entered the long vehicle and the journey to the jungle started immediately. I sat beside Clarence at the next seat while Hilda sat with Floyd at the back. The two other men sat at the front. One driving and the other watching.

I feel uncomfortable. I can't help it. The sound of Hilda and Floyd kissing is so unsettling to me. I tried getting busy with my cellphone but since we are way into the highway already, there isn't any connection.

I managed to get past everything, to survive. At long last the guy who was driving announced the vehicle couldn't go any further. We all trooped out and took our duffel bag.

Luckily my duffel bag could be turned into a backpack so I did and at once the journey on foot began. After walking for more than two hours, we decided to take a rest. We are way into the jungle now and anything could happen, we all know so we are on the alert.

However nothing took place. We journey further but we see no Arthur. Last night it fell and we built a fireplace and sat around it. The cold is becoming unbearable.

Under my watchful gaze I saw Floyd draping a blanket over Hilda and making her lean over him for warmth. This sight makes me feel weird. I can't be jealous, no.

" You should take it slow Floyd. We are not alone here you know? " I Heard Hilda giggling as she continues kissing Floyd.

I gulped down hard and tried to look away but in the process I caught the others staring at me in pity. What? Oh no. I stood up abruptly.

" I got to pee " I said weakly as I walked into the woods. The dark sky above me. I hate the fact now that everyone pities me. I don't want anyone's sympathy.

I was lost in thoughts, just so lost that I did not watch my way. So when I stepped into a trap, I couldn't even cry out. I fell over and rolled multiple times.

My head hit a fallen tree later on and immediately I passed out.

*

My eyes fought to keep open but my system won't permit it. Hazily I saw the broad back and shoulders of a man before me. a sigh escaped my parted lips this time and I relaxed.

" Floyd? You found me " I whisper weakly. " You found.."

My words were put to a stop when I caught the long golden hair. Instantly my blurry vision took to the clear path. The dizziness in me vanished at once when I saw the magnificent stance of him. Yes, The mythical creature who is known as Arthur.

I gasped in awe when he turned to me. He is walking, alright. My eyes vary around his face and body and I concluded no one could be as beautiful as he is without being different.

Under the artificial light in the room I am in, I could make out his face and features.

It took my willpower not to gasp in awe. This man right before me seems to be a mythical creature for he was too handsome to be normal, to even be real.

His shoulders were as wide as the length of an axe handle, his back was a broad wedge tapering to narrow hips, and his legs were long, well muscled and covered in white hair that was repeated in the small of his back. There was a regularity of feature in his face that was pleasing. His forehead was broad, his eyes were set well apart and thickly lashed, his cheekbones were high and well defined and his jaw fully reflected the determination of survival and I get it.

I wonder why on earth would a man leave his hair so long and so beautiful. His golden hair was tempting me to run my fingers through it, testing its depth and texture.

" Arthur" I finally exclaimed in astonishment. Nothing more could be so glorious than the man before me. Slowly he took a step to me and I wriggled in fear as well.

There is no way I would be accepting his nearness without my heart thudding. What if he bit me and I become a werewolf like he is?

" Don't move your left leg. You are hurt " The most loveliest, melodious voice came booming in my ears and I sucked on my breath.

" You could speak " I muttered stupidly but he didn't reply. His face was without expression so I could find out what was going on in his heart.

For many minutes of silence Arthurand I stared at each other. Now after looking at him I realised his eyes are Hazel and his lips are naturally red.

He finally looked away from me and walked out of the room. Room? Can I call it that?

I look around to learn my surroundings. The scent of flowers, the sound of water flowing and the soft footsteps from Arthur Makes me feel weirdly safe.

I looked at my ankles and I realised he was right. I stepped on a trap and passed out after hitting my head on a fallen tree.

Arthur Saved me! The memories make me shiver now. He had saved me and brought me to his home. His beautiful priceless domain.

Now I saw his home isn't different from a valley and that I am laying on a flower bed. A smile appears on my lips later on as I feel comfortable.

How would Arthur Feel if he learnt I am one of those who arrived to capture him?

To answer my inner question, Arthurwalk into the room. His shoulder was bare but he was holding onto a little bowl. This time he walked slowly to me as though giving me time so I could adjust to his presence.

Finally he sat beside me on the bed and stared deep into my eyes. I Shiver. I can't help it. He is so beautiful. He is so manly and now I wonder why he is living alone in the jungle. Why?

No one replies to my question but I know there is more to Arthurthan met the eyes. He is just much more than a werewolf and human.