Awaken

Chapter 18

   Jagson stormed through the corridor, a tug of war for control between Cyclone and himself magnifying the rage that swirled through his veins. It had been days since Assandra sent Kya and the rest of her army of abominations to obliterate the would be Alpha Queen and bring him back her sister and the boy who threatened his throne. Reports from those who had returned were that Kya had been sucked into the earth and neither Nova or Cora could be accounted for, let alone the boy who carried their bloodline. Much to his chagrin, Assandra had not left her room since the return of her minions and he was done waiting.

He snarled as he came to the door of her chamber, growling at the fanged creature who hissed at him. The witch had forgotten who was in charge, and he was going to remind her. Raising a fist, he pounded on her door.

" Assandra! Open this f*****g door NOW!", he thundered.

The vampire who was standing guard let out a soft snicker and Jagson whipped his head around, Cyclone was clawing to come out and Jagson was half tempted to let him come forward if only to tear this imbecile to shreds.

" You seem to forget who you are laughing at, you trash!", he hissed.

The vampire smirked at him, holding up a hand and inspecting his fingers as though he were bored. " Oh no, I know just who you are, the great Alpha King of the Wolves, Jagson of Droake, leader of the Onyx Lake Pack," the creature mused.

In a blur of movement, Jagson was startled to find himself pinned up against the door, the vampire holding him by his neck, teeth extended at the life vein as it pulsed beneath his skin.

" Perhaps it is you who forgets what Assandra really is. You would be wise not to threaten one of her children", the vampire warned, it's tongue flicking the skin of his neck.

Cyclone pushed at him, wanting to come out and wrap his canines around this creature's pitiful neck. Just as he was about to give control over, the door behind him opened, and Jagson found himself on the ground, hitting the cold stone with a resounding thud.

Irate, Cyclone shot forward, man and wolf transitioning instantaneously. The wolf spun around, snapping and snarling at the source of not only his rage but humiliation. Instead of finding Assandra as expected, the enormous wolf was staring at the most enchanting woman he had ever seen, even more so than the one he had claimed as Luna.

Her lips turned upward into a smile. " What's wrong wolf, don't you recognize me in my true form? ", she sang.

Cyclone let out a low growl. " Who are you woman? Where is the witch, Assandra? "

The woman twirled in a circle, her long platinum hair flowing behind her like a breeze , her eyes sparkling with mischief and a hint of madness.

" Here, let me show you who I am " , she giggled.

Jagson watched through Cyclone's vision as the woman held both of her hands over her face. She lowered them, revealing that of Assandra, old ,weathered and wrinkly.

She chortled again at the look of shock on his face, bringing her hands up once more and returning herself to the beauty she had been. " I must admit, Alpha King, I am a bit disappointed in your confusion right now. This is my true appearance, the one that would morph back and forth when you had me. No longer though must I wear the face of the old woman. My curse has been broken ."

Cyclone let out a huff, his head lowering to sniff the woman. Immediately, Jagson could sense the fact that she was indeed Assandra.

" Cyclone, let me back out, let me find out exactly what she is up to " he said to his wolf.

" It's her. The one who promised me that we would be king. She is dangerous but powerful ," Cyclone warned.

Jagson nodded his head in understanding, ready for Cyclone to transfer control back to him.

Wolf turned into man and Jagson stood, naked, in front of a gleaming Assandra. He lifted his eyebrows at her.

" It's nothing you've never seen before, Witch. Tell me what you've done ", the Alpha grumbled.

Assandra giggled at him. " Yes but before you had me in a broken , old body, now look at me, you've never had me like this ". Her voice was practically a purr.

Annoyed by her antics, Jagson closed the space between them, wrapping his hand around her throat. Assandra gasped then grinned, her eyes still lit with mayhem.

" Enough of the games, Witch! It has been days since you sent your creatures to attack the Mangata girl. I have been told Kya is dead, for certain this time, swallowed by the earth! Nova still lives and I do not have my LUNA!", he roared.

Assandra lifted her hand , pushing his own away from her. " Tsk. Mighty Alpha. My servant over there was right. You would do best to remember who it is you're screaming at ", she flicked her wrist, and Jagson felt a tightening across his own throat.

She grinned , marching toward him, so they were standing toe to toe. Still struggling, Jagson stepped backward, his hands clawing at his throat as he gasped for breath.

Assandra chuckled, waving her hands once again and Jagson gulped for air, his eyes wide with both rage and terror.

" Sit down Wolf. Do not forget it was me who gave you the throne you hold so tightly. Here, put this on, you disgust me when you don't respect me, " she retorted, tossing a blanket in his direction.

He wrapped it around his waist, seating himself in one of the chairs she had in her room, rubbing the soreness of his neck as he watched her carefully.

" Yes, it is true, Kya is dead. An unexpected force of magic opened the ground where she stood. I was not prepared for that instance. However, what was left of my forces returned and brought with them a drop of blood from each Mangata sister, and the boy, Alaric. With it, I was able to break the curse I was under and restore myself to both my natural form and power. Well, mostly. The little Omega still holds my fire ", Assandra murmured, swirling her finger in front of Jagson's face.

He watched as a small portal opened, showing him the pack house they had formed for themselves at Prix. He could see the faces of people as they moved about the village, going about their business unsuspecting of the danger that loomed.

Assandra closed her eyes , muttering words he could not understand. Inside the portal he saw the sky over Prix darken, and watched as a lightening bolt struck the middle of the town, fire breaking out as it connected with straw in a vendors' cart.

Astounded, he stared at the witch. She opened her eyes, smiling at him.

" You see, King, all is not lost. In fact, we are better off than we were. Do not worry about Kya, opportunity will present itself and I will create another warrior just like her, except better, stronger. Already, my scouts are at Prix, watching for my target , " she informed him.

Her wrist flicked again as the view in the portal shifted, and Jagson smiled broadly at the face on the screen.

" Ah yes, that little traitor. I remember her. She was close to Ringo, the twins' adoptive father. Nicely chosen Assandra, " he murmured, his tone full of approval.

Assandra grinned, clapping her hands together, causing the portal to close. " Yes, I know. She is the perfect candidate to join my legions. So insignificant, really. "

Jagson nodded in agreement. " I don't disagree. She had her moment at the Battle on the Field, so I know she is stronger than anyone would assume. How long will it take to transform her?"

Assandra sighed, standing herself in front of him as she lay her hands on either side of his shoulders.

" Well , that's the unfortunate part, Alpha. The total transformation happens in a matter of days. It's rewiring her brain to become my servant that takes time, just as it did with Kya and her wolf. "

She continued to speak as she straddled him, his hands instinctively grabbing her by her hips.

" Kya took nearly two years, but that is due to the fact I literally brought her back from death. This one is fresh, full of life. I estimate six months at most for her to be fully devoted to me " Assandra whispered, lowering her mouth towards his.

" And what of my Luna and her onyx? Or the boy who would steal my seat?" Jagson grumbled as Assandra worked to free the blanket around him.

" Simply put, my King, the boy and his Mother will die. And as for your Luna, well... " her voice trailed off as she grabbed his hardness, sliding it into her wetness.

A groan left the Alpha as the witch began to rock her hips, her tightness as enchanting as her face.

She bit his lip as she spoke. " I don't think you will be so worried about your Luna once you are fully aware of my ability, " she whispered as she rocked back and forth, driving him into madness.

He grabbed her hips tighter, his mouth covering her shoulder , the taste of her skin sweet on his tongue.

" Do it Alpha. Mark me, claim me, let's tear the world apart together " she moaned, pressing herself further into his mouth.

Jagson felt euphoric, lost in the scent and sense of s*x, the woman riding him powerful, enigmatic, terrifying.

" DO IT! CLAIM HER! THIS IS OUR WORLD AND WE ANSWER TO NO ONE! " Cyclone's voice boomed through his mind.

He growled, lifting a hand and yanking back her long platinum hair, her pearl skin bare before him. His canines lowered , grazing. The witch on top of him let out a guttural scream, and just as he climaxed, his teeth clamped down, her skin instantly rising with his mark.

She joined him in finishing, a cackle mixed in with her moans as she jumped on him hard and fast. Finally, slowing her hips, she leaned back, the smile on her face causing Jagson to shiver with a hint of fear.

" That's a good dog , " she sneered, furthering the blow by patting him on the head as she removed herself from him.

But Jagson was entranced, confused by what had just occurred between them, and he let her snide remarks slide.

" You are mine now, witch. " was all he could manage.

Assandra grinned at him, adjusting her skirts into place. " Of that there is no doubt. But you are also Mine , Alpha. I am your equal, if not your superior. In fact, I have just connected our life cords. So be safe and don't get yourself killed, okay? " she teased.

Jagson's eyes widened. " What do you mean you have connected our life cords? What have you done to me woman? " he bellowed.

She lifted an eyebrow, pouring herself a small sip of water as she sat nonchalantly on the edge of her bed. " It's simple. I know you , Jagson, I know you like power and control. I know myself, and I too, like power and control, and I made you, whether you want to accept it or not. It was me who convinced Cyclone to convince you to kill Darvis so that you could hold that throne you so deeply covet, " she said to him, sipping her water knowingly.

Jagson rubbed his hands on his eyes. " Okay, so what does it mean woman! , " he shouted, unable to contain his annoyance with her.

Assandra giggled. " It means you cannot kill me, or you will die, " she said simply.

Jagson looked at her, bewildered. Assandra smiled at him, setting the cup down. " Oh, stop that worried nonsense. I cannot kill you either, mate. We are now bound, " she said to him with a shrug of her shoulders.

He grimaced. " Fine, but do not think I am giving you a Luna ceremony. You are a witch, not a wolf. When will you bring the next Kya here? "

She lifted her eyebrows, nodding her head at the wall behind him as she held up her hand again.

He watched as the portal screen came into view again. She showed him her soldiers, strategically placed inside Prix.

" Don't worry, my darling mate, it will be sooner than later " she mused.

Jagson nodded, satisfied. " Alright, we will try this your way, Assandra. I still want Cora under my hands, I want the onyx off her neck " , he grumbled.

" And you will have it, Alpha, " Assandra replied, rolling her eyes, " and you can have her once more. It will give me great pleasure to watch you destroy Selene and Amphitrite's chosen ones.

He huffed, giving her a short nod of his head. " Fine. I'll leave you to it. I need a meal and my bed. You know where to find me if you need me."

Assandra blew him a kiss, watching as the Alpha left her chamber. Satisfied with herself , she gathered her hair on the top of her head. Convincing Jagson to mark her was the easy part. Now she had work to do. It took a lot more than petty magic to kill a Goddess, but that was exactly what she was planning to do. Two of them actually, and she would start by eliminating their chosen children.