Chapter 121
Faith’s Pov
“What is your deal, Astor?” I finally blurted out, the words laced with a frustration that had been simmering for too long. “You’re acting like I’m some kind of monster, like I’ve done something unforgivable.”
I don’t think I said something that would make him question my morals and I hate how he has turned this whole thing against me.
He flinched slightly, not meeting my gaze. He seemed lost in his thoughts, a place I couldn’t seem to reach. “I’m just stressed, Faith.” His voice was a low rumble, tired and strained. “I’m sorry I took it out on you.”
I scoffed, a bitter sound. “Stressed? That’s all you’ve got? Astor, I’m not stupid. I can see there’s something else going on with you, something you’re hiding.” My voice softened, a plea creeping in. “And I want to know what it is. You’ve even blocked me out of your mind. That means you’re hiding something, something big.”
He finally looked at me then, his eyes dark and troubled. He hesitated, as if weighing his words carefully. “For now, Faith, we have to concentrate on how to stop your powers from growing.”
“Don’t patronise me. You’re deliberately making it seem like I would side with somebody who kidnapped my daughter. Someone who is killing people without any thought.” I said because he’s annoying the crap out of me.
I sympathise with the kid who lost his father and family but I don’t sympathise with what he turned into.
An animal who does not care about anything and anybody.
“I’m sorry about what I said but I just can’t think straight with everything happening to you.” he said and I honestly get it.
I’m freaked out too.
“I hate it, I can’t control it and I can’t stop it not to mention that it has the worst kind of timing!” My voice cracked. “Right now, we should be focusing on Kyle, on what he’s doing. And more importantly, I want to get to know my daughter. But it feels like all I do is end up in the pack hospital, thanks to this this power.” The words tumbled out in a rush, fueled by a desperate fear.
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I didn’t ask for this and I may have wanted to have a wolf at some point in my life but I was at a point that it didn’t matter.
I could have gone on with one especially if it was going to be this complicated.
He reached out, his hand gently cupping my cheek. His touch was a balm, it was comforting. “We’ll fix it together, Faith.” A smile touched his lips, and I managed a weak smile back. He leaned in, his lips meeting mine in a soft, lingering kiss.
Just as the tension between us began to ease, a knock sounded on the door. Dr. Samuel entered, his face was tight but I’m hopinghe has good news. “I have a solution,” he announced, his voice carrying an air of urgency. “It may have disadvantages, but for right now, it’s the only thing that could work.”
My hope surged. “We’ll try anything, Doctor,” Astor said immediately before I could say anything.
“Just as long as my life isn’t in danger. This power… it’s a danger to me now.” If this power is really big and would make me untouchable then why didn’t it help me get my baby back.
If it’s no use for me then I don’t need it.
He nodded, his gaze steady. “There is a drug I can give you that will temporarily stop you from accessing your wolf. Your connection will be severed for a few hours while it’s in your system. We can administer it for a couple of days until we find a more permanent solution.”
Astor’s brow furrowed. “What could that mean for her wolf?” he asked, his voice tight with
concern.
“It will affect her wolf significantly,” Dr. Samuel admitted, his tone somber. “But if she doesn’t get the drug, if something doesn’t stop her from accessing her power, the next time she faints… she could end up in a coma. Or worse. Her mind and her body simply can’t take it
anymore.”
The words hit me like a physical blow. Frustration gnawed at me. I didn’t understand why, out of everyone, I had these uncontrollable powers. I looked at Astar, then at the doctor, a silent plea in my eyes. We both nodded. There was no other choice.
The doctor then administered something into my blood. A strange, cool sensation spread through my veins, followed by a profound wave of exhaustion. “I need to go home,” I whispered, the words barely audible.
I hate being here and I would rather sleep home and luckily they both let me have that.
Back at our house, the kids rushed to greet me. Marco, ever perceptive, immediately said,
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“Mommy, you don’t look okay.” I managed a tired smile and hugged him close. “Mommy is just very, very tired for now, sweetie. But I’m okay.” His happy sigh was a small comfort. I noticed Isabella looked more relaxed than she had this morning and there was genuine happiness on her face, and a warmth spread through me.
If
my babies are happy then I can take anything.
After what felt like an eternity of simply sitting with my children, a different kind of duty called.
I made my way to the pack house after a few hours since Astor had alreadygone there and as Luna it’s important I show my face, I need to pay my condolences to the family of Mr. Hayes, who had lost his life.
Seeing their raw grief, their pain, made me feel a pang of guilt. I had tried to justify Kyle’s actions to Astor earlier, but witnessing this loss, feeling the emptiness in their lives, made me realize how wrong I had been. No one deserved to die so brutally, and he had a family.
I performed my duties as Luna, ensuring everything was perfectly arranged for the funeral tonight. I offered comfort to his grieving mate and his children, paying my respects to the man they had lost.
As I turned to leave, I came face to face with my parents. Their expressions were unreadable, a stark contrast to the emotions I had just witnessed. “Faith,” my father began, his voice grave. “We need to talk.”
It is never good when they say that, not to mention that I can feel it in my soul that something is going to happen.
