"Stranger"
Disclaimer: I do not own the Wolf Lake Series, but I wish I did. The only character that belongs to me is Cyane.
A/N: Okay, I'm back!! I'm sorry that it took me so long to update, but this chapter gave me so many problems that it took three rough drafts. So, I hope that you like the third installment of this story. Also, I want to thank those that have reviewed in the past.
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On Remus Cliff overlooking the town of Wolf Lake, stood a young woman watching the colors of the morning play across that sky. Taking a final look at the town, she made her way back to the edge of the road. As she walked through the woods, she inhaled the sweet, misty smell of morning rising from the ground. Soon, the older and younger Pack members will come out to run before starting their day.
The woods have remained the same since the last time she strolled through them. They are the protection of the Pack, their veil in a world that would abhor them if they knew that the legend of the Wolven was real. The Wolven are majestic beings, which is why she loved the woods, her brethren could be safe and run free. However, lately the woods have become a deathtrap for both Wolven and humans alike. The ancient magic that has protected the Pack for centuries has begun to wane. No longer does the day and night conceal or reveal the Wolven, but leaves them vulnerable to attacks: human, Wolven, or otherwise. What worries her is the otherwise; the attack on John Kanin was just one of a few incidents that have occurred. She needed to find a solution to prevent another bloody massacre, like over three centuries ago. There's only one person that can help: Sherman Blackstone.
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Sheriff's Office
Ever since I came to this town to look for Ruby, I've been having the worse luck in the world. First, chase through the woods; almost being burned alive in Lenore's cabin; finally, kidnapped by a crazed scientist how believes in Skinwalkers and pumps me up with wolf's blood. And last night just to add icing on the cake, six black wolves come out of nowhere and attack me. Add to the fact that I woke up with a splitting headache, an aching body, and a strong urge for sausages, I can't wait to for today's main event. I wonder if I'm going to take on Mike Tyson before lunchtime!!
Interrupting John's thoughts, Sheriff Donner commented, "Kanin, you look like hell! Rough night?"
"Don't start on me so early, Donner. And yes I had a rough night. Of course if having six wolves attack you, makes for the perfect night, next time I'll invite you for a steak and beer," John said sarcastically.
"You were attacked last night?" Matt asked surprised.
"That's what I said."
"Did you get a look at their pelts, John?"
"They are black."
"Did they have any other distinguishing makes?" Matt pressed forward.
"No, but next time I'll ask for their measurement," John said sarcastically. "Sorry, rough night."
"I only ask because wolves don't attack humans unless provoked. These wolves are probably sick and stepped out of their habitat," Matt said logically.
"Your probably right," John conceded, "Molly and I will take care of it."
"You know, ever since I came to this town strange things have been happening to me. You would have an idea as to why?" John asked suspiciously.
Looking at John, Matt said, "John, if I knew, I'll be the first to want some answers."
"Right," he said unconvinced as he left the office.
Sitting back at his desk, Matt picked up the phone and called V. Attacking John was not going to make him leave any faster, especially knowing John's curiosity. If Tyler is behind these attacks, he was personally going to put his Wolven ass in jail. Returning back to the conversation with John, he frowned upon the mention of the black wolves. It can't be any member of this Pack because there are no black wolves in the Pack. Could it be another Pack moving in on our territory? This has the potential of getting ugly really fast. Hearing V on the other end he turned his thoughts to the problem at hand.
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Sherman's House
You know what's the best thing about being the Pack's Keeper; you get to mess with their heads, plus all the best looking ladies. Its amazing really, that all of them refuse to see that the solution to the Pack's dwindling numbers is in front of them. At least they have me to push them in the right direction. Now, remember I'm not allow to interfere but every now and then, well, someone has to take matters into their own hands. This does not mean that I like to meddle, no sir! Take our poor, yet stubborn new Deputy John Kanin----here to find his fiancée Ruby Cates, now the fact that's she is a Cates should tell him to go home. Then, there's his fascination with the White Wolf. HELLO! It's Ruby; talk about selective vision. Know the couple that will provide us with Oscar-worthy nominations, Luke and Sophia. Those two are constantly circling each other; they make me dizzy. These two couples need to get their lives under controlled; I guess Cupid is going to have to play interference.
Looking back at the ledger in front of him, he finished writing last night's event. The attack on Kanin hadn't been random; someone or something had wanted and probably still wants to eliminate him. The last time an attack like that occurred here in Wolf Lake, three people died. What was interesting was the protective ring and black aura that was protecting John when Ruby and I got to him. Whoever produced the ring had used a strong magic and came to John's aid before it was too late. What was really surprising was the telepathic warning I received; if it's who I think it is that sent that warning, she'll be arriving very soon.
Leaning back against the chair, Sherman cast his thoughts inwardly and sought a mental link with John. He found himself sitting next John as he drove down Wolf Lake Blvd. Well, at least the stubborn pup was doing okay. No bruises or scratches were visible; whoever helped him had healed his injuries. Returning back to his office, he couldn't help but acknowledge that John's mental link was getting stronger. Once a light silver thread, it was becoming stronger and easier to mentally astral project into whatever situation he was in. Walking out of his office, he suddenly noticed the Apache Tear stone glowing red; he felt a wave of positive surge of energy wash over him. Walking down the hallway, he reached his living room and notice that the door was slightly opened. From the alcove by the south window came an amused female voice, "Hello, Sherman. Blessed Be."
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Wolf Lake High
Gathering her book from her locker, Sophia stifled a yawn. Last night had drained her; when she woke up this morning she was still exhausted but couldn't tell her dad that she didn't want to go to school because then he'll start to worry. While making herself breakfast, her thoughts were occupied by John's welfare. She had stayed long to be completely sure that he was okay because the woman had told her that she would watch over him. Still, this morning she was still worry. Suddenly, she found herself in John's living room watching as him as he drank his cup of coffee while staring out the window. How was it possible that she was able to be in another place while not really being there? The only thing that she had done was worry about John, but last night she hadn't been thinking about him; however, instinct had told her to go to him.
"Sophia? Sophia? Earth to Sophia!!!" Kit said trying to get her friends attention.
"Hey, Kit," she said startled. "Sorry, I didn't notice you were there. I just spaced out."
"No, problem. So how did you like your birthday gifts?" Kit asked excitedly.
"They were great. Take a look at this!" Sophia exclaimed.
Taking the Tricheadra from the inside of her shirt, she showed her pendant to Kit.
"Whoa," Kit exclaimed, "that looks really old! What is it?"
"It's a pendant called the Tricheadra. Every woman in my family has worn it for generations. My mother gave it to me." Sophia answered.
"Your mother?" Kit said dubiously. "Sophia isn't your mom… well…"
"A friend of hers sent it to me," Sophia explained.
"Oh, for a moment there you had me worried. Oh, boy, don't look know but Luke Cates is heading this way followed by the rest of the "Hill Kids."
"Kit, why don't you head on to Algebra, I'll meet you there," she said.
"Are you sure, Sophia? Because if you need someone to back you up…" Kit said dubiously.
"Yeah," Sophia assured her.
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She watched Kit head down the hall looking uncertain, but she didn't want Kit hanging around for this confrontation. Luke Cates. What can I say, his the Pack's bad boy. No matter how many times my dad has warned about him, I'm constantly drawn to him. He's one of those guys that you can't take you eyes off of them. Just look at him: beautiful gray-green eyes well toned lean body developed from runs through the woods. His strong arms can hold you making you feel safe with him, and that smile---sometimes you wanted to kiss and sometimes take a swipe at it with your hand.
"Sophia," Luke greeted her.
"Luke," she said warily.
"Well, it's the half-breed. Another year and still you haven't flipped. This is what you get when you fuck ungulates," sneered Presley.
"WOW! Did it take you all weekend to up with that? Sophia asked sweetly. Or did you have a brain freeze that you could come up with something better than that tiresome taunt?
That comment brought snickers and smirks from the "brat Pack," except for Presley's little minions.
Presley took her hand ready to strike Sophia, but a strong hand grabbed her wrist and stepped between the two girls. The younger Pack members were ready for some excitement. Only Sean, Luke's Beta, stood ready to help minimize the situation. Having received a mental order from Luke, he took Presley by the arm and dragged towards Biology. Apparently, the others received the same order and followed Sean.
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Sophia Donner, the only girl in this school that didn't catered to his whim, perhaps that's why he is constantly drawn to her. Sweet, innocent Sophia, she was his weakness and one thing that had been taught to him from the cradle is that any weakness can be used against you. But when you look into her chocolate, brown eyes, I feel like throwing my head back to proclaim her as his. He knew that she was uncomfortable with the "change" and he wanted to be the one she flipped with. He wanted to show her wonders of their species because no matter how many times she denied it--- she was one of them. He wanted her senses to be filled of him, as he marked her his and she him. It was the way of their species; we open ourselves to our mates forever. He wanted to show her pleasure, wonder, and ecstasy.
"Luke!" Sophia hissed. "What are you doing?"
Bring his thoughts back to the present; he looked at Sophia's worried and exasperated face. Looking at her with a confused expression, her wonder what he did wrong now?
"What are you doing?" She asked. She turned his face so that he could look at his reflection on the door of her locker. He noticed his eyes were receding back to their normal state. Damn, he had almost revealed himself before the humans!! That's her fault!! Every time I'm near her I come to the brink of letting the wolf in me rise to the surface.
He asked, "Can you meet me in the woods after school?"
"Can't. Have to work," she told.
"How about after your shift?" He asked her eagerly.
"Homework."
"Okay, Okay!! You are upset because of what happened between Presley and me. Sophia it meant nothing. But you said that you did want to have sex," Luke argued.
"Who said that I didn't want sex?" she rebutted.
"Uhm, you did, Sophia," he said confused.
"No, I said that I was afraid and needed time to think. It's a huge step for me Luke; I've already turned down the opportunity of going to Florence. I'm not sure how much more I'm willing to give up," she told him.
"Look, I have to get to class, Luke."
"Just promise me you will think about this evening? Please?" He pleaded.
"Fine, I'll think about it," she replied.
He stood there for a few a minutes more after the bell rang. He needed to set something up before this evening. With the promised of this evening in the air, he ran down the hall and got into is car. Tonight, things were going to change and Sophia would be his.
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Looking out the window, Sherman watched the young pup speed down the road. He knew young Cates was setting a trap for Ms. Donner, one that she wouldn't be able to escape. With an amused look on his face, he turned back to the class. Oh, boy things are starting to get really interesting, last night event and this morning's visitor; the Pack better watch out things are to get really sticking.
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310 Wolverine Ave.
The house was exactly the way she remembered it: high-vaulted ceilings, crystal chandelier hung from the dining room ceiling, the mahogany mantel over the fireplace, and the octagonal alcove that overlooked the woods were in the same condition as 23 years ago.
She remembered watching over Ruby, Amanda, and her two-month old baby brother, while her parents and Aunts Regina and Marie gathered around the Queen Anne dining table or were upstairs in the attic discussing magic. So much laughter and joy did this house contained that it was impossible to understand the tragedy that occurred years ago. Sometimes during her adolescent, if she willed herself, she could hear and see her parents calling to the Elements to entertain her and her brother.
But the scene that was still etched into her memory was that night, her parents called to the Elements and the Goddess for protection from the darkness. She remembered her mother with flowing black hair placing her brother in her arms and telling her to follow the tunnel behind the china cabinet. As she had made her way through the tunnel, she heard her parent's anguished cry of pain. Once she had reached the secret shelter underneath the She-Wolf statue, she waited for hours for her parents to find her, but they never came for them. In their place were Regina, Marie, and Sherman---her parents were dead. The worse part of this tragedy was being separated from her brother; it was agreed that night that I would live with Marie in Italy, and Sherman would take my brother to Seattle and placed him in a loving home. Over the years I would astral project and visit him every night and sit with him and tell him stories, but to protect him I stopped visiting him, except on special occasions. Three years later, Regina had been killed; everyone believed that it was suicide, but they didn't see the Darkness getting stronger. Then, at thirteen I went through the change. A few years later, the Darkness claimed another victim, Marie.
Now she was back home, to the place where past, present, and future must merge as one, if we are to stop Lupus. Looking around her, she noticed that Sherman had hired a cleaning service to maintain the house; he even placed magical stones to harness positive energy and protect the house. But something was missing---the blessing of the Goddess. Standing in the middle of the room, she raised her hands, closed her eyes, and began calling for the Elements:
"I call to Air, soft and gentle, and ask for wisdom and knowledge.
I call to Earth, Mother to All, and ask for the combined forces of nature and its bounty.
I call to Fire, symbol of life, and ask for the purification of mind, body, and soul.
I call to Water, healer of life, and ask for love and reflection.
I call to Air, Earth, Fire, and Water to evoke the Goddess and ask for her strength, protection, and love as Mother.
I ask for her compassion and bounty to bring this house harmony to all who would dwell in this home.
I invoke thee and call upon thee, Mighty Mother of us all. I invoke thee by life and love, and call upon thee to aid me in this task. As I will, so mote it be."
Opening her eyes, she felt weightless and peaceful; looking around her, she saw varies colors: blues, reds, greens, and yellow being centered and transformed by the Spirit as the elements blessed every space and room in the house. As the Spirit harness and settled the elements she thanked the Goddess for her aid: "Blessed Be."
Taking a final look, she made her way to the back porch outside the kitchen. Stepping down the porch, she was the Sun bight and gold. She saw the woods beckoning her to come and run and explore its wonders. Running into the woods she left her clothes at the edge of the clearing and released the wolf within.
Oh, how she had missed this!! The woods in Italy, Romania, all the places she had been paled in comparison to this! The feel of the Earth underneath her paws, sunlight bathing her bathing, and the wind caressing her pelt. She loved the freedom and home of the woods; they made her feel at peace. For the first time in months, she felt light and free and began exploring.
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Somewhere in the Woods
Run! Run! Run! Faster! Faster! Faster! It had become her mantra these last three months. She just wanted to run; everything seemed less complicated when she ran in the woods. These very woods had once been her playground, now they had become her prison and salvation at the same time. John, oh how she missed being in his arms after making love. She loved to watch him sleep and slowly waking him up with kiss down his chest. Why? Why did everything have to be so complicated? As she continued to run, she relived those special moments she shared with him. The mournful howl that threatened to escape had begun to choke her, but she refused to release it. She will hold her pain as long as John was safe from Tyler. Slowing down to walk, she came upon a clearing and lay on the ground with the Sun bathing her. She wished that she were as far away as possible with John by her side.
As she lay there, her thoughts were still on John. Seeing him last night on the ground unconscious had made her heart bleed. When they took him back to the cabin, he looked so vulnerable laying on his bed; it had brought a tearful smile to her lips. He had look so beautiful that she had wanted to remain with him all night. However, Sherman had advised against, if Tyler or anyone saw her near John, they would kill him. She remembered Sherman grabbing her by the arm and pulling her towards the door, she had almost clawed him. Poor old coot!! She mused. He really did have his hands full with the Pack, especially rebels like her. Although, he enjoys every single minute as he baited us with his jokes. Thinking about last night, she remembered feeling warm and cold all at once. That voice had sounded so familiar that she felt warmth and love, but the urgency in the voice had sent chills down her spine when it told that John was in trouble. The strange part---she had an uneasy feeling all day, something had been trying to warn her, but she had been able to distinguish what it had been. She had thought that it was a danger to the Pack, not John. But had it been both??
Unbeknownst to Ruby, she was been watched by pair of crimson eyes.
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Closing in upon Ruby's location was another wolf. She had sensed the sudden change in the air as both positive and negative energy fought for dominance. Stealthily moving through the woods, she sought out the scent that was producing a high level of negative energy. Searching she felt the Tricheadra burning on her skin and noticed that the scent was coming from her left. She crept quietly towards the clearing and noticed Ruby laying on her belly. This can't be right, she thought. Why was there a surge of ---evil surrounding her? Suddenly, a movement caught her attention. From her right a large, male wolf had left from its hiding place and was headed towards Ruby.
Looking up, Ruby saw the large wolf leap into the air, its eyes murderous and vacant. Before she could react, a smaller wolf came charging from her right and clamped its jaws on the back of the large wolf's neck. The smaller wolf took down its opponent with a thump. Its eyes flared as it watched the larger wolf stand up and prepared itself for an attack.
She couldn't believe this!! Where had these two wolves come from? She hadn't even sensed them. She was to far away to send a mental call. As she surveyed the scene before her, she sensed that the smaller wolf a female and was strong, but the larger, male wolf was just as strong. Ruby didn't know who this female wolf was, but she had just saved her life, now it was time to return the favor. Jumping into the fray, she clamped her jaws around the male's hind leg and kicked him in the ribs. The larger wolf landed a good two feet away from them, but was quickly getting back up. The smaller wolf took a defensive stance beside me and prepare for another attack. Suddenly, an invisible force grabbed the wolf by the neck and through him against a tree. With a look of shock on her face, she noticed that the large was stunned by the occurrence while the smaller wolf had a canine grin on her face. Later, she will question that---well whatever it was.
Looking at the other wolf, she noticed that despite her injuries she was standing steady on the legs and licking the blood of her snout. Narrowing her eyes, she prepared herself for a possible attack. Even though, she saved her life, wasn't going to let her guard down. Then, she heard a mental chuckle.
"Its nice to see you too, Pasha," the female-bitch said amused.
"Who are you?" I demanded.
"An old friend, Pasha," came the respond.
Clearly this female-bitch didn't know who she was, Ruby thought. No other female-bitches would dare address her in an amused tone, when the White Wolven addressed them. She heard the other female-bitch laugh and saw the glimmer of humor in her eyes.
"True," she said, "no other female-bitch would disrespect a White Wolven. You seem shocked, Pasha? Don't tell me you are scared of me, Pasha."
There was that name again---Pasha. It sounded so familiar. A memory from a long time ago, staring at the wolf a memory slowly resurfaced.
She was five or six years old, she and Amanda were sitting in front of the fireplace. Her mom had taken them to visit her aunts and uncle. When she heard a child's voice, "Pasha, come and look at what Aunt Marie made." She had gotten up and walked into the kitchen and saw a slim, dark skin, black-hair girl on a stool. Her eyes had widened when she saw the triple covered chocolate cake the girl was pointing at. Then the girl exclaimed, "Pasha, call Mandy so we can have cake!"
The memory faded and she saw the female-wolf's eyes shine and saw her friend. The special friend she thought that she lost three years before her mother's and Amanda's death. She walked towards her friend and the sadness and warmth in her eyes. Nuzzling her neck, she welcomed her back home. Over twenty years, she had forgot her friend, but her heart had always remembered her. Then, she heard say, "I've missed you, Pasha. We need to leave this area and go someplace safe."
"Where?" Ruby asked.
"The Donner Residence," she replied. "Its time we all talked. We need to be strong." She headed towards the Donner Residence.
Following her, Ruby asked, "Why the Donner Residence?"
"Because," she said, "its time to reunite The Three."
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Donner Residence
Wow!! What a rush!! While making dinner, she had felt Ruby and a female wolf's urgency, the woman who had appeared to her last night. They were connected, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. She saw red when the wolf had leaped to attack Ruby. She had mentally seen herself grab the wolf by the neck and through him against a tree. She had never felt like that---so powerful and strong. She had lingered for a while, instinct and concern leading her to see that Ruby and the female wolf were safe. But the look on Ruby's face told her that this person was someone who we could trust. Unconsciously, she had linked with the she-wolf and knew that they were on their way here. Walking towards the back porch, she stood waiting for the two females to appear. Five minutes later, she saw two females in human form walking up to her. The mystery woman's injuries had already healed and smiled at her…a sisterly smile.
"Blessed be, little sister," she said. "Before you both ask questions, let's go inside."
They went inside and settled in the living room. Sophia went to get them bathrobes so that they could be comfortable. Returning with a tray of coffee, she sat in her father's armchair and stared at the beautiful woman before her. She looked to be in her thirty's, her dark hair cascaded down her back, and her eyes were black with a hint of silver.
The mystery woman spoke first, "We finally meet Sophia. You look just like your mom. But first let me introduce myself, my name is Cyane Aradia Graywolf Nicolai."
"I haven't seen you in so long Cy," commented Ruby. "You have no idea how much I have needed your friendship."
Cyane sighed and said, " I do know, sister; I've been watching you both for quite sometime. I know about John, Tyler, and that mockery of a marriage. I know that you, Sophia, are in the advance stages of the change, and your budding romance with the young Mr. Lucas Cates. Frankly, I think you've chosen well. Don't look so shock, Sophia, he feels the same way, his just a regular guy who has problems with his emotions."
"How--How did you know about the change?" Sophia asked.
"Like, I said, I've been watching. By the way your father knows, but he's in denial," she replied.
"How did you know my mother?" Sophia asked.
"My parents and your mother were like family. When my parents were killed, I escaped with my brother. Later, Marie, Regina, and Sherman found us. Marie and Regina, in order to protect us, cleansed the area where they were killed and no one was the wiser. Since, only a few knew about my and my brother's existence it was easy to smuggle us out of Wolf Lake. Marie took me to Italy with her where I learned about my heritage as a Wolven and Sorceress. And Sherman took my brother to Seattle to be raised by childless couple. Regina stayed to make sure no one found out about our existence. That is why you didn't remember me, Ruby; your mother used a Memory Charm on you and your sister. Three years later, your mother was killed." She saw Ruby ready to contradict her, but she continued.
"Your mother, Ruby, had agree to play the part of a schizophrenic. Everyone believed it because your grandmother had been one and no one would question it, but she wasn't one. It was necessary for the deception, so that no one would learn the truth or that your mother was a Sorceress. What killed my parents killed your mother."
"By then, Marie was the last of the three. We returned to the states, it was dangerous because I was ready for the change and if they found us they would have killed us. You see I'm a half-breed like you, Sophia. So, Marie contacted Sherman, they found a safe place for me, and I flipped. Sherman is the only one that knows this story. A few months later, you and Mandy flipped, but Mandy didn't survive. I wanted to go to you both, but I was forbidden in case the Lupus found us. " Taking a deep breath, she continued with the story.
"A few years later, Aunt Marie met your father, Sophia. After years of constant vigilance, she was able to accomplish her dream. She earned her doctorate in Zoology and worked with the Wolf Reintroduction Program. She was their brightest zoologist in the program. She was offered positions in China, Russia, and Norway, but she refused especially when she met your father. Their marriage came to a shock to all, except Sherman, I think he sat back a laughed, just to annoy everyone. However, peace for your parents was never going to be easy, even I saw that. While a few Pack members were okay with the marriage, many were downright belligerent. Especially, Vivian, but I was happy that Aunt Marie was happy. Even though, she settled here, she visited me every weekend and no one knew, not even Matt, except for Sherman. Since, she still worked for the Program the Alpha didn't question it; at some level from what I was able to sense out of your grandfather Ruby was that he admired Marie, but being Alpha he couldn't show his admiration. After Sophia was born things changed, she feared for you so it was harder for her to come and visit me. The good part was that we are both telepaths.
"A few months before our second birthday, Sophia, your mother got a premonition that I was in danger; it was false. She was lured away from you and your father. But she had previous premonition---Civil War. The Pack was in chaos, visible and invisible opponents were weakening the Alpha, but she wasn't able to warn your father. She cast a Protective spell that I couldn't even get out of, much less anyone getting in and returned to Wolf Lake. What Marie didn't know was that I knew what was happening; I had been researching Wolven history. By the time that the Protective Spell was lifted your mother was dying. I bend time and space to get here, but by then your mother was dead in your father's arm. I could have healed her, but your mother with magic kept me at bay. She knew if discovered, I wouldn't be able to fend off an attack from the others."
"I'm sorry that I didn't insist more! So sorry that I stood by and watch your mother die," she said through tears.
"Cy, I understand," Sophia said through her tears and gave her a hug.
"After everyone had left," she continued, "I stood in the same stop were your mother died. I found the Tricheadra, the pendant around your neck covered in blood. One of the attackers must have yanked it off your mother because your mother would have taken it off, especially since it protected her from evil. My guess the attackers knew what the pendant was and yanked it. I took the Tricheadra and went to the graveyard and said goodbye to my parents and Aunt Regina; saw Sherman and told him that I was returning to Europe to study more about the history of the Wolven. I stayed with a friend of his; earned an MBA, taught at Florence University, and I have a doctorate in Zoology; plus, I'm involved in the Wolf Reintroduction Program. That was how I knew that you, Sophia, denied your acceptance letter. Sherman has been keeping me update with everything," Cyane finished.
Sophia asked her incredulously, "My mother was killed because she was a Sorceress?!"
"No, Sophia," Cy replied, "she died protecting us and the Pack unbeknownst to them."
"I've always been surprised that your father never discovered the truth. When I send you the Tricheadra, I hoped that he would recognize it, but he didn't. I saw the blank expression on his face. My guess is that Marie concealed it from him to protect him."
"Cyane, do you know who killed our parents?" Ruby asked.
"The Lupus. Our greatest enemy has been getting stronger and has a new ally. I've told Sherman earlier today because he has our parents journal and research," Cyane explained.
"Lupus?" Sophia asked confused.
"The Lupus are a Clan of Wolven that consist of several Wolven Clans: Acctos, Occidentalis, and Gregoryi. These three Clans can't tolerate anything that isn't pure Wolven and their ideas are very archaic," Cyane explained.
"The attacks on humans, Wolven, and John?" Ruby asked and watched in horror as Cy nodded her head.
"Ruby," Cy said, "I have a gift for you. It belonged to your mother."
"What is it?" She asked.
Cyane placed her left hand on Ruby's heart chakra and took her right hand and placed it on her Tricheadra. She closed her eyes and turned her thoughts inward.
Ruby felt the warmth radiating from Cyane's hand. She then felt Sophia place her hands on top of Cyane's. She felt warm, happy, and full of joy as she linked with her sisters; she wasn't a lone anymore.
Sophia had never felt just a powerful connection before. It was as old as time and infinite; it was family. She linked with them and felt peace, love, and acceptance. A part of her that she knew never knew existed, had finally come home.
All three opened their eyes and looked at each other with sisterly love. Looking down at their hands, they saw hanging from her neck on a silver-twisted chain was the Tricheadra.
"Blessed Be," Cyane said.
"Blessed Be," Ruby and Sophia replied in unison.
"Now, I need you both to do my a favor; I need you guys to lay low. Wait before you say anything, I need to review some documents from our parents. I'll contact you both as soon as I know anything. Beside, there are a few people that I need to introduce myself too, also. I want you both to be careful, the Lupus have many tricks up their sleeves given to them by their Ally. If they find out about you two, they will kill you. They've already made a move against you Ruby, and I don't know if they know you are the White Wolven, but I'm willing to bet that they do or someone higher up in command those. Please, do this for me?" She pleaded.
"Okay, we'll lay low," Sophia and Ruby agreed.
"Ruby," Cyane addressed her, "I'll take you back to the cabin. Sophia, while you were out I cleansed and blessed the house. You and your father will be safe. I know that you are meeting Luke later this evening, be careful. I'll stand guard for a while, discreetly of course, and take the necessary measures for both you and Luke's protection. If anything happens contact Sherman or me telepathically. There some things that I haven't told you yet, but I can't risk you guys knowing everything and the Lupus finding out about them. So, your father won't sense us, I've cloaked Ruby's and mine scent; you both will learn to do that soon."
"I'll be careful, Cyane," Sophia promised.
"Oh, I've put Agate, Amber, Clear Quartz, Garnet, and Lepidolite stones around the house. This stones are used for spirituality, protection, as an energy booster, strength, and healing. As the darkness gets stronger, the stones will projection these essence to safeguard the house." She explained.
"How did you do all of this?" Sophia asked incredulously.
"All in good time, Sophia, all in good time," she said mysteriously.
"See you later Sophia, and watch out for my brother," Ruby said mischievously.
"Have fun and enjoy," Cyane said wickedly. "Give me your hand," she told Ruby. Taking her hand, Ruby was stunned as time and space began to fold. She saw the cabin near the lake; she and Cyane stepped through the portal and vanished from Sophia's sight.
"Boy, this day gets very interesting by the minute, thought Sophia. She found out the truth behind her mother's death. Plus now she has two sisters, and I feel like I belong to something special and unique. She needed to get ready to meet Luke; I hope its not another rave. Last, time I was dinner for an anorexic Wolven. Her Dad was at a meeting with important members of the Pack and will be home late. Time to get ready."
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A/N 2: Finally, I'm finished!! So this is what I did all weekend you wonderful. I didn't forget, but I had a paper to write and a Philosophy class that demanded constant attention. So to make up for my long absence this is extra long. It has over 6,000 words and nine pages typed. Handwritten it is 16 pages front and back which would make it 32 pages altogether. I know some of you will probably to upset that not a lot of Luke and Sophia action, but all in good time.
I hope that you like Cyane; it took me a while to think of a name for this new character. If any one is interested the name Cyane is a green-like color and its magical association is growth, healing, fertility, and so on. Her middle name Aradia comes from an Italian witch who is powerful and came be called to protect other witches. Graywolf is her father's last name, Nicolai her mother's last name. This chapter served to introduce Cyane and where she has been. By the way, Cyane is going to be challenging someone for dominance throughout the story. As you follow along, tell me what you think.
I've been outlining Chapter 4 so hopefully I can get that post ASAP. But I need help; while I'm a romantic I can never write really good smut scenes. So, I've anyone would like to be write one or some and submit them, I'll appreciated and of course credit will be given. This is the part that is going to fry my brain. So watch out for the surprises and tell me what you think.
The to main two wolf species is the gray wolf and red wolf, both of this species are on the endanger species list. Thanks to the Wolf Reintroduction Program, the government has had success reintroducing these species back into their homes. The names Acctos, Occidentalis, and Gregoryi are subspecies of these two breeds, however, I can't remember from which species. There are three other species that I will mention later in the story.
By the way, I'm always having problems when I upload my file. Sometimes my fonts, indentation, or any italicizing or bolding never shows up. If anyone can give me any tips on how to keep my document in its original form or correcting it when I upload it, please let me know by email. Even when I try to edit the document through the edit or add option, well its just a mess.
I really hope that you like this chapter. ENJOY!!!
~whitewolf02