I was walking in a room, filled with cobwebs and the smell of mold began to creep its way into my nose. The sounds of electricity and a roar broke out as I placed my hands quickly on my ears. The malice growl of a creature made me turn to see those teeth again.
I woke up feeling the urge to throw up. I ran off the bed and ran to the bathroom. I up hurled my guts as I felt sick and it sucked. I soon wiped off the excess.
" Jesus fuck." I said as I rubbed my chin. I washed my face clean and looked at myself.
" Pregnant and still waiting for him to come home." I said as I stood up. I saw myself in the mirror. I was wearing a white tank top and black shorts. I lifted up my shirt and placed my hand there. I calmed my heartbeat and listened close. It was faint, but it was a small whooshing noise.
" I'm carrying Derek's baby." I said as it filled my heart with joy. I felt tears beginning to form.
" Derek? What will he think?" I asked myself.
" What about Scott! Stiles! Lydia! oh no!" I said as I felt panic rising within. My uncle! What if he finds out!
" Calm Marina." I said as I centered myself. I got out of my clothes and quickly got something else on. A ripped sided black tank top and blue jeans. I grabbed my combat boots and my bag. I got on my bike and went to school. I parked next to Scott's bike.
" Hey! You doing better?" Scott asked as I nodded.
" Stress, not knowing where Derek is." I said as I lied through my teeth. I hated lying to him. It practically killed me.
" I'm glad you are ok." He said before bringing me into a hug. We parted and he filled me in on the whole " girl named Malia was in a wreak eight years ago and her family got killed so eventually she became a coyote."
" Well that's not out of our line in weird." I said as we walked into his class. I didn't have it, but it was to recon what was the plan.
" All good Marina?" Stiles asked as I nodded.
" Better than I was. Let's make this quick." I told them as Allison brought up the tablet with the map and trails of the preserve.
" Here's where we found the den. It's right in the middle of the hiking trails." Stiles began to explain.
" Well, that could narrow it down. Coyotes travel in fixed trails. But, I think you're right about her not going back to the den. Coyotes don't like wolves, and they're really smart- if they don't want to be heard, they actually walk on their toes." Allison said quickly as I nodded my head. Fun fact they also yowl and if their prey is stolen, they track it up to 50 miles.
" Coyotes tip-toe?" Stiles said as I smirked.
" They tip-toe. I gotta go, but send me the pinned location." Allison told us before she left.
" I've also got to go. Class." I said before patting Stiles on the shoulder and going to English. I sat down and got handed a test back. 100%.
" At least classes are easy." I said as I bit into a piece of licorice. It was the only thing that kept me from throwing up my breakfast. After class ended, I went to the library and tried to text Derek.
Where did you go? I am afraid you felt me behind. I need you to call me back, this is important. M.
" Where did you go?" I said before walking out of the library, I saw a girl wandering around with what looked to be Stiles' backpack.
" Hey, do you know where this backpack goes?" She asked as I nodded. She hands it to me.
" It belongs to my friend Stiles, why did he leave it behind in class?" I asked, as we walked she told me her name was Kira. I also saw she had Scott's bag, I took it and carried it.
" He and that kid." She started.
" Oh, my cousin Scott!" I said as we walked towards the locker rooms.
" They ran out, looked like Stiles was having a panic attack." Kira replied. We looked around the dark hall. I heard growling and saw a coyote.
" Oh, my God." Kira said scared.
" Fuck no!" I said as we ran into the locker room and hid. I heard glass shattering. My heart racing erratically. I tuned my hearing to the footsteps.
" It's going to be ok." I said as I placed my hand on my stomach. I soon heard the loud growls emitting from behind us. I saw a small flash of red before Scott pulled me to him and threw the lockers down.
" Thank god!" I said with tears in my eyes. Scott held me close as I was shaking rather badly.
" You ok?" Scott asked the both of us.
" I guess so?" Kira said as we got out of there. I walked away quickly only to run into Lydia.
" Hey you ok?" She asked as I shook my head, I felt small tears wanting to emerge.
" No, I was attacked by a coyote they believe is Malia. Derek is no where to be found." I said as she took me into the bathroom.
" Are you sure there is nothing going on?" She asked as I sighed.
" You can't tell anyone. It's too soon." I said as there was no one in the bathroom.
" You are pregnant aren't you?" She asked concerned.
" Yes." I told the banshee. She brought me into a hug.
" Have you been going to an OBGYN?" She asked.
" I've only seen my aunt and that is it." I confessed.
" Well, that is going to change, can't have my future god child in danger." She said with a slight smile. I smiled back. I got a text from my aunt.
Come over for dinner, MM.
" Well I'm going to see my aunt after school." I said with a smile. Lydia nodded.
" I won't say a word." Lydia remarked to me before I left school and got on my bike. I rode to my aunts place.
" How have you been?" My aunt asked as I shrugged. I sat down as she handed me a plate of grilled chicken, grilled veggies, and all good things. I slowly ate with my aunt.
" How is your morning sickness?" She asked after I swallowed some water.
" Better with the licorice." I said as she smiled.
" I've set up an OBGYN." My aunt Melissa said with a grin. She handed over a card.
" Dr. McClara." I said as I saw the date of the appointment was in two weeks.
" Your birthday is in a few days." My aunt said as I nodded.
" Yay, I'll be nineteen." I said as my birthday landed on Halloween.
" I can tell the excitement." She said as I finished my plate. I was happy and full. We ended up talking for a few hours before I had to go home. As I got on my bike, I just let out a happy sigh of relief. I was going to be ok.I rode home and parked my bike. I went up to my loft and saw Aiden over my cousin, beating him!
" Get off of him!" I snarled, fanged bared and claws exposed. I ran over to him and punched him off.
" The fuck!" I said as my eyes stayed bright.
" They tried teaching me to roar." Scott said as I got a rag and wiped away the blood.
" Scotty, you can do it." I said helping him up.
" Things might be a bit fishy. Fuck the puns, but you have the capacity. You are a True Alpha." I said to him. I turned to Stiles and Lydia.
" I know you guys tried to help, but get those two out of my loft." I said kindly but with a bite. Lydia looked apologetic. I nodded to her. They all left my loft. I made a bath for myself and felt the change.
" No stress, no worries, none of it." I said to myself as I felt my tail slightly twitch and the scales glowing in the moonlight.
" Come home to me my prince." I said to the moon. I felt my eyes glow bright as my will pressed to the moon asking for her to save my mate, my love. The father of my child. I went under and listened to the small heart beating with mine. It was calming as I left my clawed hand feel the small swell there. There were new scales there, they shined with a moon color.
" Rumors are true." I said as I recalled my grandmother telling me about how when a mermaid fell with child, scales would act as a protective layer when either human on mermaid state. Barley visible unless harsh emotions or strong emotions grew. I would also need to be intaking a lot of my cravings. I smiled as I began to sing.
When a mermaid comes of age she begins a different kind of life
Childish games are left far behind, she prepares to be a bride
Her schooldays are in the past now, her heart becomes her new guide
It will portal the way to love eternal.
Wisdom only comes with time
The road to love is paved with broken hearts
If I am to reach my goal, I must stake everything
In my true destiny, no matter what the price.
" All I know is he is coming back." I said before getting out and unplugging the tub. I dried myself and got into bed.
The cries and howls of agony rained down on Beacon Hills as blood ran cold and thick in the streets.
I woke up annoyed. I got up and ate some fruit I had bought a few days ago. The sweetness of the mango felt pure and full of flavors. I made some more food and felt full. I need to keep my calories up. It was a Saturday of all things. I heard my phone ring. I saw the ID: Scott.
" Yes dearest cousin?" I asked as I sat down in bed with more fruit.
" We are going to turn Malia back." He said as I felt afraid, the coyote that attacked me?
" Scott, I can't I'm sorry." I said as he huffed.
" It's ok, I'm just letting you know." Scott said before hanging up. I sat on the bed deep in thought. Minutes passed before a loud roar that transcendence into a howl could be heard.
" Good job Scott." I whispered before laying back down in bed. I rubbed my stomach as thoughts ran through my mind. My birthday was coming up, would Derek be home?
" Where are you Derek?" I asked as I looked at the picture I took of us watching a movie, I think it was Ginger Snap.
" We need you now more than ever." I said as I looked at the moon. I held my pearl flower in my hand as it shimmered in the moonlight.
" I feel like you are listening through the bond. Treading lightly through my thoughts. Waiting to return. Are you safe? We you kidnapped or worse captured?" I asked as I placed my hand on his bite mark he left moons ago. Still no emotions through the bond but a small rush of heat. He was aware, but couldn't hear.
" Return to me my prince." I whispered as I felt my eyes glow professing my emotions through the bond before curling up alone in our bed again.
" I'm awaiting for your return." I whispered low.