AIDEN

Walking further into the woods, the sound of howling could still be heard but it wasn't as intense as before. Today was one of those full moons I was out hunting. Not because I wanted, instead because of Elena.

If I had stayed longer in the room, I might have ripped the gown off her body and taken her till I became satisfied.

However, I didn't want her to hate me more than she already did which could make it difficult to make her mine.

I glanced away as Ellen shifted back into her human form.

'I noticed some strange things around here a few minutes ago." She mumbled, kicking at a tangled branch as we walked into the wood.

'I do too," I said whilst sniffing at the air.

I couldn't pinpoint what it was but I knew it meant danger.

'Also, a strange scent surrounds your house. Did you take in anyone?" Her gaze drilled into mine for some seconds before she let out a grimace.

'Don

Elena

I groaned whilst rolling on the bed. My body aches as though I had worked throughout the night which I hadn't.

Opening my eyes, I stared at the white ceiling illuminated by light from the sun for a few seconds before sitting up on the bed.

Climbing down, I darted into the bedroom as I felt the strong urge to urinate. I stood up from the toilet seat after doing my business, flushed and walked over to the sink.

A pout formed on my face as I stared at my reflection in the mirror. My skin was paler than usual and my eyes seemed a bit lighter too.

My hand went to the back of my back and I felt how warm my temperature was. Perhaps, I am having a fever and the reason I fainted yesterday, I mused.

Sighing, I bathed my face with cool water, then dabbed it with a brown towel I saw in the bath cabinet.

My vision caught a mark at the back of my neck as I was about to leave. I narrowed m

Elena

"Aiden..." I moaned out his name as his lips suckled on the soft flesh above my neck. His lips trailed soft kisses down and stopped on my chest.

"You are so beautiful." He mumbled as he observed me with hooded eyes.

My teats hardened under his scrutinizing gaze and my hands itched to shred his clothing so I would feel the skin beneath.

However, I settled with calling his name. "Aiden please, "

"Please what?" He implored, his eyes going dark.

"I-I want you," I sputtered, breathlessly as he stroked my soaked pants.

As if it was only the encouragement he needed, he slipped out of his clothes in a swift movement, drew me closer and tugged my pants off. He braced my thighs under his large hand and he thrust into me briskly.

I jerked awake and felt around for my phone. The room was dimmed except for the light of the moon that streamed in which illuminated it a bit. My brain, fuzzy to where I was and I blinked away the haziness clouding my eyes.

I shivered as a cool breeze wafted in from the opened window and I couldn't remember having this cool air drift into my room, nor do I have a large window or a grand vintage mirror at the side.

I yelped as a hand caressed my thigh. I darted out of the king-size bed to the window side panting.

My heart thumped wildly and I glanced around the room with wide eyes, looking for what I could defend myself with.

Several thoughts galloped through my head as I thought of the possibility of being abducted.

I couldn't remember how though and there was no way in hell my father would pay any ransom- For he had handed me out to someone so I wasn't his responsibility anymore. So, he had said. Perhaps my halfbrother would take pity on me and pay.

I narrowed my eyes to the figure lying on the bed as he emitted another slight snore through his gaped mouth.

He was lying on his stomach and he stretched out his arms and legs, taking most of the space on the bed.

I squinted whilst narrowing my eyes. It's him!

Though I couldn't see his face, his hair and body gave him away.

"What was I doing on the bed with him?" I wonder aloud.

I did a double check on myself to ensure he hadn't done anything without my consent. I wasn't in my usual clothing. Instead, a sheer pink thigh-length nightgown with a low V-neck was on me and I wondered who had changed me into it.

I let out a deep breath and moved towards the bed. I sat down quietly so as not to wake him. He was beautiful and calm when asleep, and even more gorgeous when awake.

The dream flashed back in my mind and my core dampened. I wonder if he had this effect on every woman he had been with. I lifted a hand to touch his hair but thought otherwise as his annoying voice sounded.

"You should take a picture, it'll last long." He rasped as he twisted facing me.

My heart raced at the huskiness of his voice and I flushed as his gaze bore into mine. Shifting uncomfortably on the bed, I fingered the fabric of his blanket for some seconds whilst avoiding his gaze.

My eyes trailed to his as he let out a low chuckle. He was too beautiful for his good and him laughing like that was doing me more harm than good as my heart kept on thumping.

Then, I remember what I was doing in the house in the first place.

"What am I doing in your room, and on this bed?"

"You passed out, after the kiss." He grinned, stroking his chin.

The memory of the kiss penetrated my brain. I had behaved like a wanton for only twenty-four hours when I was in his territory. I wonder what would happen next if I happened to begin the job he offered. Perhaps, I would beg him to take me on the floor of his room.

"You seem fine though. I thought you were dehydrated or something." He said, checking me out.

I have never fainted before, not even when I was very ill. Perhaps, I needed to make an appointment with the doctor to see if something was wrong.

"You changed my clothes, you may have taken advantage of me." I accused, glowering at him.

'I don't trust you," I added.

"Oh, puh-lease." He drawled. 'You'll be the one to come to me and I don't force myself on ladies. It's the other way round because they can't seem to get enough of this." Aiden smirked, running his hands down his toned muscles.

Rising from the bed, he stretched, and he let out a soft groan as his muscles popped.

"Not me. I will never want you!" I bit out.

Even though I had fantasized about him in my dreams, it meant nothing.

Moreover, he was too arrogant in reality for me to like him. For all I know, his ego might be bigger than his willy.

Easy, girl. We wouldn't want to go to that area.

A howl sounded from afar and he tilted his head. He let out another groan as he stepped to the window. His blue orbs flickered to the moon overhead and he ran his hand through his hair.

"I'll leave you alone, so you'll relax." He grunted, then disappeared.

Immediately another howl sounded. I have never seen a wolf before but it was part of the rumours the locale often talks about. I walked to the window and noticed a shadow passed by the gate.

It wasn't even a shadow as I looked closely. A cloaked figure and a dog running into the woods.

Why would someone walk a dog by this time of the day?

Well, it wasn't any of my business. How to get out of here in the morning was what occupied my mind.

I brought out my phone and noticed several missed calls and messages from Renee. I clicked on one and cringed at the content.

Renee: So I decided to text you because I don't know how busy you are for you not to pick my calls. Just call me when you get the time. Also, don't forget to use protection because I'm not ready to be an aunt!

I rolled my eyes, giggling. Then went ahead to read the others she had sent before. I would be worried too if she was the one that left without saying she would sleepover.

No matter how absurd it sounded, that was what I was doing.

Another howl sounded close by and several others followed by.

My stomach grumbled, reminding me how empty and hungry I was. I wandered away from the window into the living room. Brightened by the floor lamp and chandelier, it still looked somewhat dimmed- at least, it looked better tonight than this morning which had appeared cold and uninviting.

I walked into the kitchen which was part of the living room. My eyes scanned what he had in the fridge, a lot of groceries which I was sure were courtesy of the woman from this morning. I didn't even ask for her name and she had behaved as if she knew me.

'Talk about weird old people," I muttered whilst taking out a bowl from the cabinet. I prepared a cereal by adding a lot of milk to it because I loved it soggy.

I walked to the couch and ate to my satisfaction then wandered to the other empty rooms.

I stepped to the basement too, the baby was sleeping peacefully and no sight of Aiden.

He had fled the room as if he was in pain. Perhaps, he was the cloaked figure I saw, yet who in their right mind would go out of the house at this time of the night?

In this eerily town!

I was bothered! I didn't know why but I was scared something might happen to him. If it had been in Tokyo or New York, I wouldn't have been this concerned since those cities never sleep.

On the other hand, Aiden was a big boy, meaning he could take care of himself. We had only shared a kiss and I was already behaving as if we have been married for a decade.

I trembled as I heard shuffling and clawing on the door. I darted to the room, hopped on the bed and covered my face with the duvet. I stayed in a fetal position, went ahead to say a silent prayer even though I wasn't religious.

I stayed in the posture I was until I drifted off again.


AIDEN

Walking further into the woods, the sound of howling could still be heard but it wasn't as intense as before. Today was one of those full moons I was out hunting. Not because I wanted, instead because of Elena.

If I had stayed longer in the room, I might have ripped the gown off her body and taken her till I became satisfied.

However, I didn't want her to hate me more than she already did which could make it difficult to make her mine.

I glanced away as Ellen shifted back into her human form.

'I noticed some strange things around here a few minutes ago." She mumbled, kicking at a tangled branch as we walked into the wood.

'I do too," I said whilst sniffing at the air.

I couldn't pinpoint what it was but I knew it meant danger.

'Also, a strange scent surrounds your house. Did you take in anyone?" Her gaze drilled into mine for some seconds before she let out a grimace.

'Don't tell me you have a human girl at your house!"

'Couldn't you at least be reasonable and take the 

Chapter 7- Jensen's return