Jasper One month had passed since the miraculous events at the Coit Tower. The werewolf community had been shaken by the revelation of our fated bond and whispers of our extraordinary connection echoed throughout the packs.Gwen and I didn't need the Lunar Convergence anymore. The moonstone gave us what we wished; each other. "Hi, beautiful." I shut the door behind me. Gwen raised her head. She sat on her chair writing. "How's my mate doing?" I asked, staring into her gorgeous eyes. "My hands hurt from all the writing. I need to submit this report tomorrow." "Is it a lot?" I asked, trying to take a peek. "Out of ten, I've only done four." "Oops!" I exclaimed. She does have a lot to cover. Gwen tugged my arm. "Did you hear what happened to Reginald?" I was surprised to hear the question, wondering what must have happened. So I asked. "What happened?" "Leo called me fifteen minutes ago. He said a friend at Reginald's colony told him that Reginald was taken to the punishment camp
~Gwen~If misery were a person, it would be me. I don't need a reminder that my life pretty much sucks. How I survived my pack bullying me all these years is still a mystery to me.I continue to scrub Tara's toilet floor and I need to finish up in five minutes to take care of other chores my pack had for me, like throwing the trash, washing the dishes, and trimming the lawn that had decided to grow twice its normal size this year. I am getting frustrated with living such a life and at this rate, I think I might drop dead soon.I can't wait for the night of the Lunar Convergence. That seems to be my only way out of this sadness. During the Lunar Convergence, is when I finally get to find my mate. I clocked eighteen two months ago. The right age for the females in San Francisco's pack community to find a mate. Although I look forward to that night, I am still very much scared. Who would even want a girl like me? A weakling. A girl yet to shift, it's disappointing enough that I am wolf
~Gwen~The Coit Tower is crowded with all the werewolves in San Francisco. All the four packs are gathered here.The Lunar Convergence is a ritual held three times a year. It symbolizes the coming together of werewolves under the full moon to recognise and unite with their destined mate. We also call it the Moonlit recognition.It was obvious that a lot of werewolves who were here for the ritual looked nervous. They did not know how tonight might turn out for them. Just like me. Fate either gave you someone you love or didn't. Few may not find their mate here today until the next Lunar Convergence and there are a few rejections sometimes. Although it was most times a happy ending for everyone. Rejection in San Francisco's pack community was similar to a death sentence. If one doesn't get a mate, the individual will be ridiculed to the point that they sometimes have to leave their pack because they can't take it anymore. It was that bad. "Hey, cheer up. You look like you are about to
~Jasper~When she said those words. I felt like a spear went through my chest, goring my heart. How could she reject me? And with no reason at all. Who does she think she is? When Gwen Blackthorn got rejected, I didn't feel sorry for her. I do not blame my best friend, Reginald. Fate was not fair to him either. Why should he be paired with such a weakling? To be pretty honest, I think I would have rejected Gwen too if I found out she was my mate. Although these were my thoughts hours ago before Reginald rejected Gwen in front of everyone. Now I feel the pain she went through. The pain of rejection. And I would not wish it on anyone. You can only assume someone else's pain until the same happens to you. Seraphina Darkwater is a hot girl from the Bayview Silver pack, if not the hottest girl in all of San Francisco. I have had my eyes on her for a long time. She was like every guy's crush in school. I was so glad that fate made her mine at last but happiness was short-lived. She sha
~Jasper~The surprise Dorian and Orion had was a party. They had planned a party and we were all going to attend. It is going to be at Orion's place, the Bayview Silver Pack colony.I declined at first but my wolf wasn't pleased with that idea. It was still hurting from the rejection. I reckoned it would be better if I asked Seraphina why she rejected me. Probably if she does tell me, I will be able to move on, just like that slug, Gwen. I arrived late. The party was blasting with music. Everyone is in the mood. Orion was making brews with a few other guys. I couldn't spot Reginald, Eddy, and Dorian.Someone comes from behind me. "You are here man." Reginald puts his arms around my shoulder.Reginald And I have been close friends since we were kids. We started together before Orion joined us, then Dorian, and Finally Eddy. "What did I miss?" I asked."Not much. Got myself busy with some pretty girls over there." He beckoned at a seat with two pretty ladies who waved back at us. "I
GwenThe nightmare has only just begun. What happened at the school cafeteria was just the beginning. I know it is going to get worse. I went into the cafeteria ready for what was to come. My Airpods are on, blasting the song 'A New Day' by Celine Dione on a high beat. I don't even know what harsh words they were all yelling at me. It was better not to know. For the safety of my mental health. My day at school today was hell. I am exhausted, my body sore and my ankle sprained. I opened the drawer next to my bed to pick up the healing ointment. I hope it soothes my already inflamed ankle. The activities we did at school today were those that involved physical strength and agility. An area I sucked at! Welcome to the life of a wolfless girl. My phone pings. I rarely get message notifications except it was from Leo, N*****x, or any of my favorite newsletters, the ones I subscribed to that is. I stretch my neck to check. Jasper!I shut my eyes to open them again. I picked the phon
Gwen7:30 pm.Just as I had anticipated. The knee got better. But I limped while walking. I pull out a white shirt, a pair of jeans, and a hoodie from my closet. It might get chilly tonight so I need to dress for the weather. "Where are you off to? Isn't your knee sprained?" Lionel asked. He lowered his head to observe me. He had the remote control in his hands. His favourite TV show playing when I came into the sitting room.I lied to him. "To see Leo."Lionel continued to stare at me suspiciously. "But he was here this afternoon.""He forgot his study notes here. I want to give them back to —"He cuts me off. "Whatever. It's not like you are useful in this house anyway."I paid him no attention."When mom and dad get home. Tell them I went to see Leo."I didn't wait for him to answer. I slipped out of the house and headed in the direction of the children's pack. It was a busy night. The street was bustling with so many activities. San Francisco was even more beautiful at night. I l
JasperI must say, she surprised me. I thought it was going to be easy, telling her exactly what I wanted and she would have no option but to do as I said. I'll admit I was too overconfident. I knew she feared me. That was the more reason why I thought she was going to agree to do this with me without hesitation. But she stood her ground. I didn't want to lose control of the conversation. I told her I'd only give her two days to think it through. I had to threaten her. Not like I was going to hurt her, but I am going to make her life miserable if she thinks she can get away from me.Gwen was like the nerdy girl next door. In our neighbourhood or colony, she's the nerdiest person anyone will ever set eyes on. She never wore makeup. Her clothes were oversized. Never made her hair. She was always wearing a shirt, hoodie and a pair of trousers. Like what the hell! How can a girl choose one particular way of dressing? If that isn't boring, then what is then? And she seems not to care.