Chapter 8

Stepping In (Kael's POV)

When I sensed the Lunari’s sect presence earlier, I had disappeared into the woods with an intention to head back to the pack house and leave both Selene—Alice and Darius to their own devices.

But on a second thought, I decided to watch the outcome of their interactions from the shadows.

They were lucky the sect didn't come on their numbers. But what piqued my interest was when I saw Astrid Silva, their leader.

I wasn't too surprised when the fight broke out I had warned her earlier that once the Lunari Sect appears, my fight with Darius will be the least of her problems.

And the hot-headed fool decided to fight the sect by himself thinking he could win.

How ignorant could he be?

As he began facing off the wolves, I couldn't help the be entertained, a smirk kicking a corner of my lips up. He was strong. Strong enough to hold off five ferocious wolves.

Turning my sights to Selene, I watched her hold her ground until Astrid decided to get serious with her.

I had known about Astrid and her little group. And I knew she was crazy and vengeful. Which was a very dangerous combination.

When she stuck that needle into Selene, my wolf reared its head. He still considered her his mate even after so many years apart.

Well then, it was time to step in before things got out of hand.“I think that's enough Astrid.” I said stalking out of the darkness.“Oh, if it's not the immortal wolf, come to grace us with his presence.” Astrid rattled off.Her tone pissed me off but I didn't attack. For now.

“You have had enough fun for one night.” I observed my brows furrowing. “Take your wolves and leave.”She blinked at me like I had said some unusual before she burst into laughter. “I'm not your subject. I don't answer to you.” She croaked.It's been a while since I've seen someone resist the Alpha authority I imbibe into my voice when I wanted to get things done.

Not that it matters now. Because I was angry, my wolf was howling for blood and I wanted some action.

But I will hold back just a little.

“You may not answer to me, but you sure as hell listen to common sense.” I argued narrowing my eyes at her crotched form.

“I believe the idea of common sense is subjective.” She replied cocking her head to the side. “However, I see no common sense in what you ask of me. So I humbly decline.”

My nose flared as my jaw tightened to a point of pain. My muscles quivered as heat flushed through my body. Glaring at her, all I could think about was the best way I could end her life.

I smiled “You sure know how to get on my nerves.”

Before she could respond, I moved. Getting in front of her in record time, I lifted her off her feet and threw her against a tree.

I wasn't surprised when she stood from the floor without any signs of discomfort. She was a werewolf after all no matter how she pretended not to be.

How she has been able to suppress the wolf in her, I don't know. And I didn't care. She wanted something that belonged to me and I have no intentions of letting her have it.

“I can see age has got nothing on you.” She commented, her brows drawing together in concentration.

Very good. She's taking me serious now.

“Thanks for the compliment. Ready to leave now?” I asked light hearted.

“You know my answer to that.” She snarled as she rushed forward but I could see an opening as she approached. Without wasting time, I shot my leg out, kicking her right in the stomach.

She stumbled back. Before she could right herself, swung out my claws aiming for her stomach. Burying my claws deep into her stomach, I grabbed her throat, digging my nails into them as well as I pushed her against the trunk of a tree.

I could hear her heartbeat pickup. I smiled. This should teach her.

“I gave a simple instruction, but you decided to ignore my warnings.” I said with a light shake of my. “What will be your punishment?”

I saw her lips move, but I didn't catch the words. She seemed to be gasping for air as my hand held tightly to her throat.

Letting up a bit, I let her speak. “Go to hell.” She rasped.

The smile on lengthened. “Gladly.” With that, I ripped her throat out. What the life in her eyes fade, I pulled out my claws from her belly as she fell to the ground lifeless.

Turning to the where Darius stood fighting, I watched as the wolves take off after seeing their leader die. They had a fair amount of bruises but compared to Darius, theirs were like scratches.

Immediately they took off, he fell to knees, his body moving according to the way he was heaving.

Pathetic.

Retracting my claws, I padded over to where Selene laid. Her eyes were already shut. I didn't know how much she saw, and I didn't care.

Bending, I picked Selene's body up. She was almost light as a feather in my arms.

Drawing in a long breath, I looked up into the sky. Tonight was supposed to be the eclipse and so much had happened to my little goddess wolf.

I didn't care about much but right at that point, all I cared about was the fact that I stopped Astrid from taking Selene from me. My wolf was incredibly pleased

Speaking of Astrid, I craned my neck to the place I left her body only to find it gone.

I was caught off guard, but on a second thought I decided not to bother myself with it. At least I didn't have to deal with a dead body.

Walking past Darius tired body, I stared down at him. “Good job holding off that horde. But the next time I see you near my pack territory, I'm going to kill you.”

His eyes flashed, anger sparking in them but I matched them with a glare of my own.

Don't dare me.With that, I walked away.