Chapter 1
As much as I wanted to, I couldn't say goodbye. My heart wrenched in anguish as I cried and ran toward the train tracks. I couldn't take it, the pain more prominent than it's ever been.
I don't know how to describe it, but if you can imagine putting your heart in a blender, that's pretty similar to the pain I feel.
I continued my sprint to the tracks, getting closer with every step. As I hear the loud ear-splitting cry of the train horn, I also hear my name from behind me.
I slow down and look behind me, big mistake. My eyes widen in fear as I realize Kate is chasing after me. I knew I couldn't outrun her, and the train is too far away so I decided to do something else.
I slide to a halt breathing heavily, and desperately attempt to find a way to hide from the Alpha wolf.
Clearly I wasn't quick enough, as the female came crashing into me as we tumbled forward a few feet. I ended up beneath her as she held an aggressive, strong stance above me.
Kate growled at me, but she wasn't angry. I could tell she wasn't, as I've seen her angry before. This was more of a scared growl, but that couldn't be right could it? She's an alpha, top of her class… she doesn't have fear, does she?
"Why are you running away?" Kate yelled. Her voice sounded raspy and distressed, but I continued to stare into the distance. I didn't answer. "Humphrey, answer me." She added, more serious and demanding.
I wanted to be angry, I wanted to yell back… but I couldn't. I suddenly let out a burst of tears and let them crawl down my face. As far as I can remember I've never cried like this in front of Kate. Well, under her in this case.
I closed my eyes in fear of what Kate would say, or do. After a few moments, I felt Kate's body slowly relaxed onto mine, and I blushed under my fur. She licked away my tears and laid her head on my neck.
"I'm sorry I yelled at you Humphrey, please tell me what's wrong." Kate said softly. She felt terrible. She has no idea why Humphrey wanted to run away, and she just yelled at him.
"What kind of friend am I?" Kate thought.
I wiped the fresh tears away and let out a heavy sigh of emotion.
"Could you let me up please?" I asked quietly.
Kate raised her head in confusion.
"No, not until you tell me what's going on." She said in her normal, caring voice.
I didn't want to tell her, does she even deserve to know?
"I-I can't tell you. I won't, I'm sorry." I said; slightly irritated. Not just from the situation, but because I just apologized. I didn't mean it, I'm not sorry at all.
"Please Humphrey, you're my best friend and I care about you." Kate said, though I couldn't tell if she meant that or not.
I let out a slight chuckle, and my anger was taking over.
"No you don't… get off of me. Now." I said in a serious tone. I've never spoken like this to her, and in this situation it feels genuinely good.
Kate was left agape, unable to say anything further. I've always been kind and true with her. This must feel terrible. She stood up and took a few steps back, afraid and upset.
"Thanks." I said flatly. I brushed what dirt I had on my chest off, and looked at Kate. "If I'm not mistaken, you have a wedding to prepare for." I added with haste.
To resolve any confusion, Kate and I were tranquilized and taken by humans to another park. We shared an interesting journey back to Jasper, where apparently Kate's getting married to some guy named Garth. From what I know he's an Alpha from the Eastern pack. I've only ever seen him one time, and that was at the moonlight howl. Unfortunately, Alphas aren't allowed to howl with Omegas and if it wasn't obvious, I am an Omega. I also happen to be madly in love with Kate, but I'm getting the suspicion that this has all been a big game to her.
"What happened?" Kate finally said. She seemed less angry, but she's definitely not happy.
Suddenly, the train began to whiz by. Each open train car allowed the sunlight to shine through, creating a strobe effect. The wind caught up and started messing with our fur, as well as the trees above.
Is she this naive? I've always been her best friend, ever since she first opened her eyes. I have always been her shoulder to cry on, and even a pillow at times.. Though her parents never really approved of that kind of contact, I didn't care. I've always been there to support her in any situation. I guess I kinda put myself in the "friend zone" so to speak.
I mean, Alphas and Omegas aren't allowed to do anything together other than socialize and eat. That's it, so I don't see why I'm making such a fuss over this.
"What do you think happened? You didn't tell me you were getting married! I guess that kind of information isn't really all that important these days, especially not to the people that love you." I said, though I wish I would have left that last part out.
Kate tilted her head in confusion, as the loud sound emanating from the train continues to get louder.
"What do you mean? My family does know I'm getting married! What are you trying to-"
"Kate! There you are, where have you been?" Said her father as he trotted up beside her.
I took this opportunity to make a break for it. As soon as Kate turned her head, I sprinted for the train. Luckily the loud noise masked my movement. The train was moving really fast, and there was no easy way to get aboard.
I ran beside the open train cars, and finally took the chance I had by throwing myself inside. I hit the side of the metal door pretty hard, but I luckily was able to successfully get inside. I stood there forcing my eyes closed, as my tears began to fall again. I waited for several moments to get some distance between the train and Kate. I hope she didn't try to chase after me again.
Eventually, I began to feel a sharp stabbing pain in my side making my eyes open wide. My breathing hitched, and darkness began to fade over my vision. I tried to control the pain, but to no avail.
I began to feel very cold, as I started to lose consciousness. I toppled over into the bumpy train car, unable to make sense of the situation. I don't know why I'm feeling this pain, but I now feel a warm liquid around my paws.
I began to see a blood trail make its way to the edge of the doorway, getting blown away from the wind. I then couldn't keep my eyes open any longer. Everything became slowly silent, and I could feel my weak heartbeat in my head.
After a few moments of agonizing pain, it all went away.
What just happened to me? Am.. am I dead?
