Shocked
Adeline
This is not good; I can’t contact Elda, but I am still in my world. She usually brings me to Kaiser before she meets Kylo, wherever that place is. How am I going to see my mate now?
The days felt never-ending, each dragging slowly as I wished Kaiser was with me. It had been over two weeks since we last saw each other, and his absence made me sad. Even though I was at home, everything seemed empty and lonely.
I missed Kaiser’s hugs and how safe he made me feel. Life seemed dull without him, unlike the exciting world we usually share.
But it wasn’t just that Kaiser wasn’t here physically. I couldn’t seem to connect with my wolf, Elda, no matter how much I tried. It felt like she was hiding deep inside me, and I couldn’t reach her. I wanted to feel Elda’s wild spirit, but she stayed quiet like a part of me was missing. As time passed, I missed Kaiser more and more, knowing we would be together again soon. But deep down, I still longed to see him and fill the space in my heart.
I felt worried because I couldn’t connect with Elda, who usually helps and comforts me. She hadn’t been around for a while, making me feel lost and lonely. I often walked around in the same places I was used to, but it felt empty without her. She’s always been brave and strong; without her, I felt like I couldn’t rely on my instincts or courage anymore. It was like a big part of me was missing, leaving me feeling weak and unprotected.
Indeed, I can’t connect to her whenever she is with Kylo, but that is after she brings me to Kaiser. I don’t feel like this when I’m with my mate. I was worried not only for myself but because, without Elda, I didn’t know how to reach Kaiser, who lives in a different world.
But now, without Elda, I was afraid I’d never be able to find my way back to Kaiser. Being apart and never feeling his love again made me sad. I wanted to be with Kaiser again, in our special place where it’s just us. But without Elda, it felt impossible.
As I walked around, feeling worried, I silently asked Elda to come back to me and help me go to Kaiser again. I needed to see and talk to my mate to follow up on everything that happened in his world. We found out that there has been an incident of unclaimed dead bodies in my world, which confirms our suspicion about changing bodies from my world to Kaiser and vice versa, which is orchestrated by the man with a decaying face.
Nothing would happen if I stayed in the pack house, so I decided to ask my father for permission to leave. “And where are you going?” he asked.
“I just want to stroll around and think.”
“What for? You know that it’s not safe for you to go alone.”
“Dad, I can manage.”
“Are you thinking about something? You’re always like that; whenever you are worried or if there’s something you want to know, you can’t stay in one place. You’d go around trying to find the answer on your own.” I sighed because he had caught me. “Come on, dear, tell me what’s bothering you. You have to trust me with everything.”
“Dad, it’s just that I can’t feel Elda.”
“What?” he exclaimed and stood up from his seat worriedly. We are in his office, and I found him reading some reports from the patrol, if I am not mistaken. “That’s a serious matter, Adeline. You know that our wolf considers half of our being. They made us whole.”
“I know, Dad. But Elda and Kylo used to meet somewhere. They said it was another realm. And when that happens, Kaiser and I won’t be able to connect to them. But we don’t feel worried.”
“If that’s the case, why are you so worried?” he asked as he sat back in his chair.
“It’s because I am feeling worried. Elda would bring me to Kaiser first before she met with Kylo. But as you can see, I am still here and can’t get through her.”
“So you want to go out and think? You know it’s dangerous if our unknown enemy finds you.” Dad said so, and I exasperatedly sighed as I stood up. “Adeline, don’t leave the pack.”
“Dad, I really need to go. I promise I won’t go somewhere dangerous. I’ll just stroll around, or maybe I’ll go to the mall.”
“Bring some warriors with you. I can’t take the risk of putting your life in danger.” Dad said this in resignation. He knew that no matter what, I would still leave the pack. I nodded in agreement, so I took two warriors with me.
As the car drove through the streets, I knew I had tried not to worry about Elda. I sat in the backseat with the warriors in the driver’s and passenger seats. At the same time, I looked out the window at the passing scenery, hoping the change of view would ease my anxious feelings.
We were going to the mall, a place I often visited to relax. Even though I had big worries, I knew sometimes it was good to take a break, step away from my busy everyday life, and relax. When we got to the mall and out of the car, I took a deep breath of the cool air, getting ready to enter the busy shopping center. Walking in, I felt relieved, and all the familiar sights and sounds helped to take my mind off things.
I started walking around without a plan, looking at the displayed clothes and accessories. Music played in the background, mixing with the sounds of people talking. I felt more relaxed with each step, with the tension slowly fading.Exclusive content © by Nô(v)el/Dr/ama.Org.
The vibrant displays in the shop windows captivated my attention as I meandered. Occasionally, I would pause to admire a particularly enticing item or try on a piece of jewelry. With each passing moment, I could feel the weight of my worries lifting, replaced by a sense of calm and contentment.
I forgot about Elda and our pack’s problems for a while, just enjoying the simple pleasures of being there. As I kept walking, my mind became quiet, and I found peace in the busy surroundings.
I wandered through the mall, lost in my thoughts. Eventually, I left and went to the nearby park to find peace. The two warriors, always watching out for me, silently followed me as I walked to the familiar green area.
Stepping into the park, memories from my college days washed over me. They transported me back to the carefree times spent with Milka, our laughter and conversations echoing under the shade of trees. The recollection of those joyous moments made me smile, warming my heart with their sweet nostalgia.
I was so caught up in my memories that I didn’t notice a man approaching until the two warriors guarding me stopped him quickly. I was surprised when I looked up and saw Kaiser before me. His presence felt strange in my world, where he didn’t belong.
My heart pounded as I grappled with Kaiser’s sudden appearance in my world. A whirlwind of questions swirled in my mind, but before I could voice them, everything came to a halt. This left me in a state of uncertainty and confusion. Why was Kaiser here, and what did it mean for our future? The lack of answers and the unexpected encounter left me excited and apprehensive about what lay ahead.
“I miss you,” he said, and I was shocked.