The Hunted Wolf – Chapter 8

CAIN

It had been nearly twenty years since I had stepped foot in this town. It was outside of my designated territory, so there was no need to come here. Frankly, I avoided it as much as possible. It was too close to where I had met her, and it wasn’t worth the risk of accidentally running into her. We had spent many memories in this town as well. It was away from prying eyes, so we could be just us without worry.

Now I found myself here after so long, but I could feel the memories as if they were just yesterday. Two young lovers, stupid and naive to the ways of the world. We thought we could make it work, even though we came from completely different worlds. We were fools who didn’t see everything come crashing down around us. I did what she thought was best for our daughter. I never agreed with it, but I respected her wishes.

. I knew it would be a lot harder than I even imagined. I wasn’t ready to face her yet. I knew nothing about my daughter, and I wasn’t sure if I ever would. But no one defied the council.

y come to me, he would still be alive, and I wouldn’t be here.

e out of my thoughts.

g up all of the papers he had dropped. He seemed a little scrambled. He also reeked of

uickly. It would be easier to find her than I thought. I watched him pick up the last item, not bothering to help. He gave me a

g him until he made it to a large house that was separated from all of the other houses nearby. There was no doubt this was a werewolf pack house. It was perfect. It was large enough to host several families, and it had plenty of privacy between the space from the other hous

es for a long time. Things could have changed since then.

Her dark hair was long, and her deep brown eyes looked kind. She looked like an exact replica of her mother, except she had my eyes. She was a beauty, and her smile was also just like her mother’s, warm and caring. I knew this was Adira. This was my daughter.

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ADIRA

utside with his hand full of messy papers. I quickly grabbed some of the things in his arms, a

l of this stuff?” I asked, leading him inside the

e this was urgent.”

l’s messy handwriting.

ing over so early.”

the papers and then took a seat across from me. “I’m always happy to see you.”

o wish it was on less official terms,” I said.

s willing to analyze my powers and skills to help me in any way he could. I just hoped he could help me in this manner as well.

aniel asked. “I’m not used to you sounding so serious.”

ng the people in the house.

bly tensed. “Hunters? We haven’t seen hunters in this area for years. How

re. Our warriors chased them off, but they are still out there. I’m sure they will attack again.” I

essed all of this information.

t want to help if I ask, but this isn’t a matter of safety for our pack.”

st because it’s you asking, but he hasn’t exactly been himself recently.”

s piqued my interest, and I found myself looking at Daniel, wondering if I should pry for more details. I imagined it was my fault Jori wasn’t acting like himself. I didn’t choose him, and I can only imagine what

he would take it more seriously.” I let out a sigh. “I’m sorry to put you in this position, but I’m afraid we won’t be able to handle this situation on our own. I can’t stand the thought of anyone getting hurt, in our pack or yours.”

you thought to reach out to me. I don’t want anyone to g

e getting into fights.

g?”

ld get going. If there are hunters in

”

ff, and I walked him to the

id. He finished organizing the papers and then took a seat across from me. “I’m always happy to see you.”

aid.

ve away.

te to message him to make sure he got home safely in a few moments.

gh if I could figure out what I thought I had seen.

ng I was alone.

ust me,” Mark said.

nd looked at him, relieved to see his face. “Sorry,

t?” Mark asked. He peaked out the door and then looked back at me.

think I’ve been on edge since yesterday.”

his skin.

appen. I want to get rid of those hunters before they try something else.”

s out of it. Between him and Percy, I’m sure Pack Sallow will take the threat seriously.”

game plan for our people and talk to everyone soon. I’m sure everyone is stressed out right now.”

mood.

cial for everyone. I don’t think your cooking would improve anyone’s

some things at least. You liked that pasta I made you.”

answering.

I said.

ow overcooked and undercooked at the same time, and the sauce was runny,”

…”

gain.”

th me.”

led me in quickly, pecking my lips. The motion was so fast that it caught me off guard, but I didn’t mind it. Just being around him brightened my mood.

g down the stairs.

y?”

e can take care of these hunters.”