The True Bond

Chapter 2: Overwhelming

RAPHAEL'S P.O.V

       Ugh. That party last night was crazy. I couldn't even remember it that well but I knew it had been amazing. Wait. Whose legs are on top of me? I look over to see this blonde haired chick. Oh yeahh. Looking at her made me feel low, knowing I shouldn’t be doing things like taking girls home. Not when I’m soon to be taking position as Alpha of my pack. Sure messing around filled up all my extra free time, but lately it’s felt different. Lately I had been feeling, empty. I wanted a girl that could mend my heart, but I had given up after what happened the previous years. Interrupting my train of thought long thin spaghetti arms wrapped around my shoulders.

"Aww what’s wrong?", she purred in my ear.

       So annoying. I hate girls that are too clingy. I don’t even know this chicks name.

"What do you think you’re doing?" I growled.

"Comforting you babe," she said biting my ear.

"Um no you’re getting out!"

"Bu---" she started.

"But what? This was just a fun night. Nothing more. So, get out of here. This ain't no charity case.” He rubbed his eyes to wake himself up.

       Her face looked hurt and surprised at my outburst. I watched as she quickly put on her clothes, gathered her things, and left. Finally, I can be alone. At the same time, I didn’t want to be alone in my bed. I wanted to wake up to a face I could look forward to seeing every day. I was tired of these complete waste of space women and knew something had to give soon. I know I gotta change on my part as well, but heck who knows if that’ll happen. I looked at my iphone for the time. Oh yeah what’s today? Monday huh. School started today. Just as I was going to go back to sleep planning to skip school, my phone rang. I looked over and it was Nick. I picked it up knowing I was going to get an earful.

"What do you want?" I groaned.

"Woah, somebody woke up on the wrong side of the bed this morning".

"Shut up".

"And here I thought that blonde from the party last night would've put you in a chipper mood.”

"No made my day worse.”

"Oooh she was that bad?"

"No. Just boring, same old feeling you know. I've been feeling this way a lot lately".

"Find your mate bro.”

"Didn't find her last year what makes you think this year will be different?"

"I don’t, but I have a strong feeling I'll find mine. I feel lucky".

"You’re just as much as a playboy as I am dude".

"Hey! I haven't been with a chick in months trying to look for my mate. I am determined dude. Even playboys can find their true love".

"Yeah, sure. What, is mine in plain sight?" I huffed annoyed.

"She is probably out there looking for you", he teased.

            I turned over stretching my legs.

"I’m not going to school today by the way".

"I know me either. Kyle and Angelo are staying home too. We have a pack meeting today remember? I don’t want to come from school tired and then have to spend 3 hours listening to our old man's talk about Alpha responsiblity blah blah important blah blah oldness blah blah blah you better be listening blah.”

"What is wrong with you man", I said laughing at what he just said.

       Nick somehow brings up my mood sometimes when I need a laugh.

"You heard me?”

"Wait. What. Sorry I wasn't listening".

"The meeting is at 6pm sharp".

"Any idea what for?"

"Um something about rouges maybe hiding in the area. They aren't sure but, that’s what meetings are for I guess".

"Oh ok well I'm gonna get some shut eye before then".

"Goodnight then dude".

"Bye bro".

       I hung up the phone and sunk back into bed not only thinking about the meeting but my mate as well. Will I ever find her? Will I always be alone? Please I'm one of the hottest guys at my school. I could get any girl I wanted, no problem. The girls all seem to just flock to me. I have no time to be worrying about such trivial things. I rolled over to close my eyes and fall asleep, but sleep never came.

 SHANIA'S P.O.V

     As I walked through the cafeteria, I found Bri, Layla, and Vivian sitting in the far corner. Not only them but our other friends Sarah, Macy, Xzeak, Zack, Alex, and Brian. All 6 were werewolves, but they smelled us as humans. As I walked toward them somebody whistled. You know that whistle guys make when checking out a girl. Not a second later somebody had slapped my butt and in that moment I turned around tripping the kid who did it. It’s kind of a reflex thing when someone scares or touches me like that. I wasn't even about to say sorry. I just kept walking while everybody laughed at him . I sat next to a red-faced Layla still laughing at how I tripped the kid. Everybody looking at me in amusement.

"What? He touched my butt for no reason", I said crossing my arms.

"Oh he had a reason", Sarah and Macy said in unison wiggling their eyebrows.

"Which was?"

"Your hot is one", Xzeak put in.

     I simply just rolled my eyes.

"And simply because he could", Layla said nudging my shoulder.

"Yeah ok, now you guys are over exaggerating. I’m not good looking", I plainly stated.

     But right when I said it everybody stopped and glared at me.

"Um what?", I asked.

"We hate it when you do that", Vivian sneered.

"Do what?"

"Put yourself down like that".

"I'm not! I'm simply stating facts".

"Or lies", Briana said under her breath.

     I glared at her.

"Whatever. So how is everybody else's morning?", I said trying to change the subject.

     Everybody was either saying ok or more sleep would have been nice.

"Well guess who I ran into today?", I chuckled.

"Who?", Alex asked.

"The Stupid Bunch".

"No way! Did they hurt you? If they did just give me the signal Shay", Layla shouted.

"Thank you for your enthusiasm to join in an altercation with her, but no I told her off and she got mad. Something tells me she is gonna make my life terrible this year or at least try to.”

"Again?", Brian asked.

"Again".

"Like I'll let her", Vivian said forming a fist in her hand.

     They have always had my back.

"Hey do guys want to go to a party Friday?", Xzeak blurted.

"Huh?", I said confused.

"There is a party at my friends house Friday night. You guys wanna go?"

"Um I don’t know if that’s such a g---".

"WE WOULD LOVE TO GO!", Bri, Layla, and Vivian all screamed in unison.

     I gave them all a "What the freak? I can’t go to a party" look but they all completely ignored it and told him we would definitely be there. Now I can’t even say no.

"Ok cool, Shay has my number and here are the directions".

     Xzeak passed me the piece of paper. I'll have to put the address in the GPS later. Just as I put it in my pocket the bell rang. Whoopdey do first period.  I needed to get my schedule off the wall since they hang it up on the cafeteria wall. As I reached for my schedule, I saw one that caught my eye. The person's name read:

RAPHAEL WHITE

     That’s actually a cool name, I thought. Looking down at my schedule I saw that I had English 3 Honors first period. I'm considered one those nerds that keeps moving up the level even though I already had full credit for it.

"Hey Shay, what’s your schedule?", Vivian asked.

"Um here".

     I handed her the paper.

"Sweet we have Math, Chemistry, and P.E. together", she squealed

"Cool what about Bri and Layla".

"They have nothing with us but StudyHall and Lunch. But they do have a lot of classes with each other though". 

"That’s good so where are you going now?"

"History, bleh I hate it", she said making a gagging face.

"I have that last period. Pray for me", I said putting my hands together.

"I shall Shay", she smiled.

"Ok see you in math, bye", I said waving.

     As I found my English class and the bell rang right when I got in. There were a lot of empty seats, so I just took the middle seat. The teacher introduced herself as Mrs. Beane and told us to go into our textbooks and start reading pg. 52 and answer questions 1-50. Work already? It’s only the first day of school jeez. I hate busy work. I knew this was going to be a long day. The class was very quiet, it was odd that nobody said anything above a whisper. It felt awkward, but the class ended and the bell rang. Running out of the classroom, I headed straight for math class.

     I ran to math class only to see something disgusting. Brittany, Amy, and Angie all sitting right next to Vivian. Boy did Vivian look pissed. I chuckled a little because I would pay to see her rip their heads off with her bare hands. So, I sat in the back and as soon as Vivian saw me, she picked up her stuff and sat next to me. That whole period bored me half to death. I love math and science, but in the first 4 weeks of school they always do a review of last year and I remember it all. We spend so much time on it because nobody remembers anything. I usually spend my time fighting to stay awake.

     It gets even more annoying when people keep asking me for help constantly. Before almost falling asleep somebody threw a crumbled piece of paper at me. I looked around the class and couldn't figure out who threw it until I uncrumbled it. It read:

          Hey Dumpster,

     I already know who this is from.

You going to do the talent show? I am because I am an amazing singer. Do yourself a favor and don't enter. I win every year and i'm not gonna have some ugly low life loser steal the limelight. You can’t anyways. Nobody needs to hear you and your fat butt singing like a dying frog. Why try right?

      I'm pretty sure the only reason she wins is because her father is rich and could tear down the school if she wanted. Annoyed I continued reading.

Anyways i'm popular and have a boyfriend so i'm obviously better than you. I'm gonna make your life a living hell Dumpster.

     After reading it my wolf spoke.

"Is she five? What kind of note is this?", she growled.

    Yeah she is. I took the paper and threw it away. The bell rang and I walked out taking Vivian by the hand dragging her into the locker room for P.E.

"Why did we rush out?", she exclaimed.

"You know the talent show?"

"Yeah?"

"I’m doing it."

"Really? Why? Just asking?"

"To teach Brittany a thing or two".

"Oh yes girl!"

     We got changed for P.E. and played flag football the whole time. Vivian and I loved the sport, although the guys could be a little rough sometimes since they were werewolves. The boys were gawking at us in admiration. They couldn't believe our strength and running ability. At some point we toned it down a little before they got suspicious. After that the rest of the day was pretty chill. Chemistry was a getting to know your fellow classmate session. You know where the teacher comes up with this game, so everyone has to get to know each other. Study Hall was ok only because I was able to take a nap. Lunch was crappy and gross and thank God I took a nap before History.

     The last bell rung and I made my way to the car where Vivian, Bri, and Layla were waiting for me. I got in and started driving home.

"So, Vivian tells me you’re doing the talent show", Layla teased.

"Yeah?"

"So, it's like a battle between you and Brittany?", she said amused.

"Oh its more than just a battle. She’s hated me since the first year we got here. It’s been a raging war from the get go, but this year is going to be different. This year I’m fighting and not being passive and go after what I want to do. No more avoiding her or even clapping back with insults. I realize how pointless its been and I’m going to do what none of us have ever thought of doing.” I began to talk dramatically. “I may lose my life, but maybe my sacrifice won’t go in vain.”

“What are you going to do Shay?” Layla asked slightly concerned.

“I’m-I’m gonna try and be friends with her.”

            All four of us grimaced in unison.

“Do you have to go that far? Can’t you just beat her in the talent show and call it forever?” Briana said as if she was in pain.

            We were all being dramatic honestly.

“Yeah, Shay. I know you want to end this feud, but do you really think you can become friends with Brittany of all people? The girl who spreads rumors about us, literally can’t stand us, she probably has a voodoo doll of each of us in her closet and stabs at us every night,” Vivian raised her voice and then laughing a little at what she said.

“Ok now you’re being crazy.”

“The point is, she’s impossible to be friends with,” Vivian sighed. “Does anyone even know why she hates us?”

“Of course, it’s because…Well you know from…ok ok let me think,” Bri pondered for a bit. “Ok, it’s been too long. There’s no way we’ll remember why.”

“Welp, that proves it. We’ve been fighting so long we don’t even know what we’re fighting for. It’s about time I grew up and stand up to her, but by being friends.”

“And if that doesn’t work?” Vivian asked.

“Well… Well chances are after High School we’ll never see her again anyways so.”

            And everyone verbally agreed on that fact.

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      As we walked inside the house, we hung up all our stuff on the hangers at the front door. The day was still early, but we needed to do our homework.

"Hey you guys wanna shift or practice using our powers?", Layla suggested.

"We gotta do our homework first. Those are the rules", I said.

“Come on Shay, it’s 2:30 right now. Just so we can stretch our legs from this boring day of school,” Layla said batting her eyes.

       They all looked at me expecting to say yes. I gave in and gave an excited nod as we released our scents. We took our heavier clothes off leaving us at least in our tank tops and pants and set the leftovers down in the living room. Now we could be free to smell like werewolves since nobody would be close enough to smell us anyways. We shifted outside staying close to the front yard and played around for a little. Chasing each other, tackling, playing tag. At heart we truly are like children. Then I realized I really wanted to go to a certain place, I mind linked them.

"Hey you guys stay here, I'll be right back. Stay within the house area".

       They all nodded and continued to chase each other. Then I summoned the flames on my feet. All four of us have a special colored flame according to our abilities. Because we are the fated four we have special abilities. My power is a fire wave that can send out flames in multiple directions. It only goes so far. We can only use our powers for a short amount of time and in our human form. In wolf form it shows up on our feet, but it doesn’t burn anything. It just increases our speed and nothing more.

        I'm a white wolf with black paws and I have a white flame with a hint of blue in the middle. Briana is a gray wolf with white socks and a blue flame with a hint of white in the middle. Layla is a black wolf with a red flame and has a hint of black in the middle. And Vivian is a brown wolf with a black flame and has a hint of red in the middle. It wasn't till the first time we shifted that our families told us about the prophecy and our abilities.

       Even after the m******e 2 years ago we kept training ourselves in an emergency in case we were in any danger. As I kept running through the trees, I heard running water. The waterfall was just up ahead. I dismissed my flames as they faded away and drank from the water. Looking up, I admired how beautiful it still was. I love how the sun shines down on it making it sparkle. I was so relaxed, I began to lay down resting near the bank. I started to doze off listening to the waterfall constantly gushing down into the river. But something was bothering me. I couldn’t pinpoint what it was, so ignored the feeling falling asleep.

                    RAPHAEL'S P.O.V

       I'm still in this stupid meeting with the stupid elders, at this stupid time, and I’m beyond tired. My friends Nick, Angelo, and Kyle were on the other side of the room looking as dead and bored as I was. Because we are the future Alphas, we attend all the Alpha discussion meetings. We’ve learned literally our whole lives the responsibility, hard work, and rules on what it takes to be one. If they gave us the positions right now, we would be able to handle it easy enough. But our ceremony isn't until months from now, so we’ll have to wait. While I spaced out, my old man stood up to discuss the final issue.

"I'm sure everyone has heard about the rumor that a rouge may be hiding on our territory. We're not completely sure but, it seems that one of my men on his rounds picked up an unfamiliar scent that didn't belong to any of our packs. By the time he tried to follow the scent it was gone. It's been happening for a while now and I think we need to take extra precautions on our night ro----".

     He was interrupted by the large bang in of the door. Three guys from our packs ran in sweating and completely out of breath. I looked at Nick, Kyle, and Angelo amused by their tiredness.

"How dare you interrupt this meeting without permission!!!", Kyle's dad growled standing up in his seat.

"Most apologies Alphas but we picked up the scent. It's closer and stronger than ever", one of the guys managed to pant out. All the Alphas looked at each other and nodded.

"Ok, Raphael go with them to follow the scent," my dad said with authority in his voice.

“You don’t have to tell me twice.”

I reluctantly got up and followed the three men outside. Finally some action, I'm happy as long as I'm out of that meeting. When I reached outside, I shifted which in the process ripped my clothes. Agh I forgot, I hate it when I rip my clothes. I picked up the scent and spurred on.

                    SHANIA'S P.O.V

       I woke up feeling the heaviness of my eyes. The girls are probably worried about me and probably very hungry. I looked up at the sky, it was sun down. It's late, I need to head back. Right when I got up, I felt a huge tingling sensation in my spine. I growled lowly. Wolves. And their coming up fast. They were about 2 miles away but for a werewolf that only takes about 3 or 4 minutes. I summoned my flames and sped off. The waterfall was miles from the house, but my speed made up for the distance. I mind linked everyone.

"Guys wolves are on my tail. Everybody get inside the house. I'll explain when I get there. No questions. GO!", I yelled.

       I got a bunch of oks back. Not too much longer I reached the door and shifted back rushing through.

"Everybody hide your scent NOW!", I shouted locking the door.

"Wh--?", Briana started before I interrupted her.

"Don't ask questions! Do it now. Hurry! This is not a drill", I shouted louder.

       They all understood and concentrated for a minute and hid their scents. I did the same. We ran upstairs locking our bedroom door and closing the blinds. I threw on a tshirt and shorts huddling together with the rest of the girls on the bed.

“Ok so I ran to the waterfall and accidentally dozed off.”

“Oh my god Shay, again?” Vivian said shaking her head.

“Ok ok, I know. But when I woke up I could smell at least four werewolves heading in my direction. I honestly think they were running after my scent. I ran faster than they could, but my scent stops near here. For the time being, we need to stay in here until they go away", I said collapsing on the bed. It felt like I had said all that in one breath.

"Wow ok so when do you think they'll co---" Briana paused. We all paused to look outside. 

“They’re here,” I whispered.

Crap, that was fast. But then my body was shivering, and the shiver grew into immense pain. I curled back onto the bed trying to contain my want to scream. My chest was heavy and tight, muscles twitched as if needles were poking into my skin.

"Shay? What's wrong?", Vivian asked concerned.

       They all looked at me terribly worried.

"My-my chest, my body. It hurts", I whispered too much in pain to yell. I started crying. The pain was so unbearable.

       Something is tearing me apart. This feeling. What do I do?

"It'll be ok Shay. Try to calm down", Briana said soothingly rubbing my back. “Someone call Aunt Clara, this is an emergency.”

       My heart was throbbing in my ears like a drum. It was if my body was being pulled towards something.

“Yes, Aunt Clara. Shay is burning up and not because she’s sick…No, we don’t know why she’s suddenly like this but she says she’s in intense pain.” Layla said on the phone.

"Something", I panted. "Outside, Please make it stop", I said barely making out the words.

       My breathing was becoming uneven. After awhile, the pain started fading and I could control my breathing again. The scents of the wolves started disappearing and the pain subsided completely. Thank goodness. My eyes started to drift, I was about to pass out.

“Shay? Oh my gosh Shay?!”

            I heard Bri’s voice screaming for me before my vision went to black.