The Devil Luna

The journey

A week later

The last couple of days were very busy. I kept meeting with Zargos every night, we were talking about what should be my first steps there.

During the days I had a lot of work. I had to quit my job. I quit college too. I wasn't sure If It was the right decision, but I did it anyway. I searched through the universities in the whole southwest region. If I felt like it, I always could apply.

I had to meet with my friends too and somehow to explain to them why I'm suddenly leaving. It was awkward. I tried to think for a good enough reason, but I didn't have one. I'm sure they thought I'm leaving for a guy, but it's better that way. I couldn't tell them the truth.

I packed almost everything, but still, I felt anxious about me going there. As I think that I'm going to be on my own… With no friends and I guess with no male partner either.

I laughed when I thought what a male would think If after we sleep together he found what I am.

Tomorrow is the big day. I kept thinking about my plan. We come up with a story that says I was born in a small pack, its name Coast Range. My supposed father was a werewolf, but my mother was a human. The pack was attacked by rogues and after my father and mother were killed, the Alpha banished me, because I was a human. Zargos said that not any werewolf was friendly when it comes to humans, there were many, who dislikes them, so that was a believable story.

He said I have to go near the borderline and act scared and obedient. They must think I'm not a threat. That would be my first and one of the biggest challenges because they could kill me without a chance for explanation.

And I would have to convince their Alpha to let me stay. Not permanently, ideally for 2 or 3 months, even for half a year. This means that I have to avoid a ceremony of acceptance in the pack too.

I’m not sure what I'm aiming for. Sure, I felt angry when I thought about what happened to my pack, but I haven't hurt even a fly in my life. Despite what Zargos is telling me that I am, my personality is the opposite - I'm funny, smiling, kind. Or at least I see myself like that. I make friendships very easy. I like to be around people. I'm easygoing.

But I know that I may have to. It's a dangerous world down there and I can't be naïve to think I would be always safe and that I would live a fairytale.

I got my ticket from the nightstand and stared at it. This is it. I must go.

…

I was at the airport. Zargos was telling me again and again what I have to do when I got there.

I had one more question for him.

“Zargos, could I have a mate? I'm just curious. I'm not a werewolf, but….? What do you think?”

He eyed me suspiciously. “I'm not sure. I think you might have. But it doesn't matter, because as you're not a werewolf, the possibility of rejecting is higher. And, don't forget that it would be easier for your mate to find out your true identity.”

I sighed, it was so exciting to think I could have a mate, but Zargos was the best at spoiling my good mood.

I looked at my watch. “I must go," I said quietly.

“That's it, Alina. Or I better call you Eve. Be careful. Don't forget what I've been telling you all these weeks. Your safety depends on that.” He turned around and go, but stopped and faced me again.”I may not be there, but I'll find a way to know what you're doing"

He then took off.

I couldn't care less If he meant it out of good intention or like a threat. I was certain I won't see him again. I was thankful for everything he taught me, but I was sure I couldn't be what he wanted me to be. So I was glad I won't have to meet him again.

And I had more important concerns right now.

I boarded, sank in thoughts for my future new life.