Melissa’s pov
I can’t believe how big this place was and here I thought it’s something we can do and be done with on time but it’s taking forever. I wiped the sweat on my forehead tirelessly.
” This is taking forever,” I said to myself and sighed. I sat on the floor resting my back on the door. My hand went to my neck playing with the necklace. Then it clicked, I still have the necklace given to me by Alpha Ronald. I vividly remember him telling me to put it on only when I’m about to carry out my actions. I pulled it off and put it in my pocket.
The others were also resting. A few moments later we were done so we all sauntered out of the room with our brooms and mops in hand. I turned around to give a last look at the Craving room as the people of the pack here call it.
One day, I’ll see what is behind the door. With that thought in mind, I walked out locking the door behind me as I was the last to go out.
The harsh lady was already waiting for us. She forced a smile on her face pretending to be happy to see us again
” Finally, you are done”
I mentally rolled my eyes. Lies.
” Well the alpha won’t be able to inspect the room today, something came up at the border. Maybe after tomorrow’s cleaning, he’d have the time to come and inspect” She said in fake sadness.
Lena and I shared a look.
” Well then you all can go and rest, Later there will be a fight between two of our best female warriors. Rosie and Savannah. Feel free to join the circle if interested, we need more female fighters after all.”
I was tempted to join, It’s been a while I flexed my muscles. I think I need to think about it first.
The guys made an ‘o’ sound upon hearing that it was a female fight.
” The guys aren’t left out two. You can also join at the warrior’s zone, newcomers are always welcome ” They were excited upon hearing that.
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” You’re dismissed”
Lena practically dragged me out of the palace. We made our way to the maid’s quarter. We parted ways with Lena. She stays on the second floor while I was on the third floor.
I tried singing my all-time favorite song as I made my way to my room then something happened. I was pulled by my hand. I paused in shock to see the intruder.
Granny Joanne gave me an apologetic smile when I was about to lash out ” Sorry I had to pull you like that. I tried calling your name but you weren’t answering. It was as if you were in a daze.” She explained.
It happens when I try singing my mom’s favorite song. I always feel as if I’m in another world. It soothes my mind.
I waved it off ” oh it’s nothing. I was having a word with my wolf, you know how they can be ” I lied and chuckled to make it believable.
“Yes, you’re right. This thihapphappens most of the time ” She fell for my lies.
I sighed ” So what happened? Why were you calling me?” Did I gogo straight to the point?
I saw her sniffed and I began to wonder but didn’t say anything” I just wanted to greet you and ask how was work today”
” Work was fine. A little stressful though?” I sighed. She seems nice but a little off I think.
” Oh, dear don’t worry you’ll get used to it soon” why is she being nice to me?
” I pray so”
She chuckled ” Trust me, you will. By the way there is going to be a competition among two of our most powerful female fighters, it will be nice if you see it out “…
” I’m going to attend the fight, you don’t need to ask” I smiled not to sound too rude.
” Good then, see you soon”
” Yeah” I watch her retreating as she queried away. Something isn’t right about her and I don’t want to think too much about it right now. All I need right now is a shower and maybe asleep. Maybe.
The door was already opened, I guess Ashley is back Her rude attitude towards me came rushing back. I’ve almost forgotten about her as I have Lena with me today.
I pushed the door open only to see Ashley sobbing uncontrollably on her bed. I was speechless not knowing what to do. I did the only thing that came to mind at that moment. I rushed in and hugged her. There is nothing a hug can’t do.
I tried patting her back but it seems the tears increases. This scares me shitless making me want to know what happened to her.
” Why the tears Ashley? What happened?”
She hiccups ” I’m so.. so.. by Meli. SSA”
” Shhh, you don’t need to apologize for anything. Who hurts you?”
” I should have known better to stick with you. I was stupid to follow her thinking being a friend with anyone of this pack would reduce once suffering. I didn’t know I was only trying to let myself get used to”
” I don’t get you. What is it you are trying to say?” I asked as she pulled from the hug. She wiped her tears with the back of her hand.
” Silvia was only friend with me because she wanted information from me. I didn’t know l I heard her and her other friends talking. They were making jest of me ”
I made an ‘o’ sound ” Sorry about that ” I didn’t know what to say other than that.
She sniffed ” I even fought you because of her and I feel stupid right now. I regret ever doing all I did to you”
I smiled happy that she had come to her senses ” You don’t need to apologize anymore. I’m happy you finally realized your mistake. At least you owned up to it”
” You are just too good and that is why I’m always jealous of you. You always make me feel good even when I’m wrong and I respect that about you a lot”
I chuckled ” Don’t make me cry right now ”
Ashley giggled ” Please don’t ”
” Anyways, I need a shower because I stink right now. Why you haven’t perceived the smell of sweat on me ” I joked.
She squeezed up her nose ” Now I can perceive it ”
I gave her a look and we both burst out laughing hard.