Chapter 23

I looked around at the mirrors surrounding me. I’m alone. Always alone to be the only witness of the destruction that I know will play in these mirrors.

I stared at my reflection, and my heart started racing as I thought of the last show I watched in those mirrors. If my family is getting attacked, I need to figure out who’s behind it. Who are the blurred images?

I waited for what felt like an eternity. My image finally started blurring, but it’s not my family that’s reflecting back at me this time.

It’s Creed, bloody and bruised. He screamed as the chains that held him rattled. The mirrors surrounding him played images of burning buildings and people running. I can hear their screams, their innocent.

Just as fast as they came, the images vanished. They were replaced by a battle, but I don’t recognize anyone. The image of a black wolf is positioned above the battle in the mirror. An image of a vampire was on the mirror next to it. I can hear screams of pain and heartbreak as I watch the victims from both sides fall.

I closed my eyes, “enough, please help me. How do I stop this?” The images in the mirrors started swirling before they vanished.

I fell to my knees, “moon goddess, I need your help? What am I supposed to do?”

A white image started swirling in the mirrors and I held my breath as I anticipated what would come next.

It’s her, standing in the mirror. She is beautiful. I can’t believe it’s really her standing there in a flowing white dress, with her long golden hair flowing behind her.

“Moon Goddess, is it really you?”

She smiled softly, “Yes child, and you can call me Selene.”

I know I won’t have long, “Why did you mark me? What’s happening to my life? I’m nothing special.”

“What do you mean you're nothing special? I created you, every one of my creations is special. Arabella, you were created a little extra special, and you have everything you need to complete your task. Your genetics were not an accident. Certain puzzle pieces had to fall into place to give you what you needed. Your wolf and your magic.”

“What is my task?”

“Sweet girl, your journey is just beginning. Just relax, I promise, you have everything you need. Your wolf, your magic, your upbringing, your strength and training, and your loved ones. Everything and everyone in your life has a purpose. But keep in mind, you can’t succeed on your journey without struggles.”

“What about my mates? Are they apart of my struggles? Am I repeating what the witch failed at?”

“I don’t think I would call it a failure. Some things just didn’t go as planned. This is your journey, not hers. It’s just as important as hers, but it’s different. I cannot tell you everything, but you will learn through the trials. If you succeed, you will obtain prosperity for all supernaturals.”

I nodded, “What about my mates?”

Selene smiled, “Everyone is brought into your life for a purpose. Some things are meant to be treasured, and some things are meant to teach lessons. Remember child, things are not always what they seem. Are you strong and focused enough to see the truth in every situation? Will you do what’s right for all supernaturals, even when it affects those closest to you?”

I nodded, “I don’t understand.”

Selene smiled again, “You will. Oh, and one more thing, Arabella. Your magic is safe with you.”

The mirror started swirling again. “No, No. I wasn’t done. What if I screw up? What happens if I fail whatever journey I’m on?”

My eyes shot open, and my heart is still racing. That’s the first time I have ever met Selene. Aunt Violet was right, my dreams are connected to her.

I blinked a few times to try to focus my eyes. Where am I? I smiled as I started to relax. There’s a strong arm around me. Creed, the memories from last night came flooding back.

He can be so rude and arrogant, but he was so gentle with me last night. Almost like he was scared he was losing me or maybe intimacy really meant something to him. Unlike a lot of wolves. They just can’t control themselves.

I looked at the clock, 6:00. Good, it’s still early. I need to call Aunt Violet before class. She’s good at interpreting dreams. Her power to teleport through dreams is actually how she met Uncle Gavin.

Creed looks so peaceful sleeping. I don’t want to run out on him, but this can't wait. I tried to slide out from under his arm, but it woke him up, and he grabbed my hip.

“Where do you think you’re going?” He grumbled in my ear, as he pulled my naked body back against him.

I giggled, “I’m sorry, but I need to go. I have a couple of things I need to do before class.”

“There’s something I need to do before class too.” He started lowering his hand, and I smiled, remembering how good he made me feel last night.

He may be a dragon, but I’m positive his fingers are magical. I almost forgot what I had to do as I came undone and got lost in Creed’s touch.

Right, Aunt Violet. I climbed out of bed and quickly found my clothes. Creed had a satisfied smile on his face as I kissed him goodbye.

As I walked back to my room, I thought about everything that Selene said. I didn’t want to tell Creed about it yet. That image of him was disturbing, and I need to clear my thoughts and make sense of it first.

When I got back to my room, I was glad that Jacie was already gone. As much as I enjoy talking to her, right now I need some time alone.

I grabbed my phone and flopped on my bed as I dialed Aunt Violet.

I can hear her yelling at my cousin Tate before she even said hello.

“Hey kiddo,”

I laughed, “Tater woke up wild this morning, I see.”

“Every morning, he’s trying to take the little bit of sanity Ezra left me with.”

“Well, they are Uncle Gavin’s son’s," I laughed, "Are you surprised?”

“Not at all, and I love all three of my crazy boys. What are you up to so early in the morning?”

“I had another dream last night, and you were right. They are connected to the moon goddess. I met her. Well, in my dream.

“Really, what happened? What did she say? I want to hear all about it.”

“The dream started out just like normal. My reflection in the mirror turned into horrible images. One was of Creed chained up and in horrible shape. Then it turned to a battle, and then Selene showed herself. She wouldn’t tell me exactly what my journey is, but she said my journey is just beginning.”

“What else did she say? Did she explain the images you have been seeing in your dreams?”

“Not really, but she said that to achieve success I will have struggles, and that everyone in my life has a purpose. She also said that if I succeed, I will obtain prosperity for all supernaturals.”

“She didn’t give you any hints about what your journey is.”

“Not really, but when I asked about my mates, she said that things are not always as they seem.”

“Hmm, write down everything that you can remember from the dream. I think we need to get your parents and uncles involved. Trust me, it helps to have the whole group analyze everything. For now, you might want to keep this information with the family though. I’m not sure what she means about your mates, but I have a feeling that things are going to get worse before they get better.”