Her Cold-Hearted Alpha novel Chapter 118

ALEJANDRO

I kissed Kiara fleetingly before we rushed back to our positions . Calming myself for those who were looking to me for strength . I couldn’t afford to feel anything but blood – thirst and confidence .

How was it that it had all changed when she came into my life ? I knew I’d be happy as long a she lived … but I also knew she needed more than just herself to live … Her parents , her brother , me … For Kiara , we had to win this .

I unleashed my power , opening my link so that I could connect to all Alphas . Alphas , who would then relay it to their packs . I closed my eyes , taking a deep breath as I focused , reaching far out into the woods that surrounded us .

Honing in on the smallest animal or sound , getting past the hundreds of heartbeats of my wolves . We were spread out , disguised and hidden , then there were backup wolves far away in case we needed it .

There it was , the silent movement of something dark , I couldn’t hear any heartbeats or footsteps and my lips curled in disgust . Magic . ‘ Those in the northeast … fire blindly in one go . She’s there …. ‘ I linked the Alpha and my pack members who were holding that position . I wasn’t sure if she’d have a deflecting spell , but we would give it our all .

Silence followed before I heard the sharp wind whip through the trees and the shouts . They had obviously done some damage . I clenched my jaw , feeling one … four … Five men lose their lives .

They were the first line of defence … I was the second . ” We fight for the win , for our loved ones , our packs and to fucking destroy that bitch here and now ! Move !

” I ran ahead , a blur as many shifted . Bloodthirsty growls filled the air and a purple glow encircled us . I cast a glance behind me at Kiara , who was running just a few feet behind me . With Elijah , Liam and Rafael flanking us .

I signalled everyone to stop when I saw it , the darkness that blanketed the forest , pushing against my own aura . Her cold , undisguised , sinister laugh filled the air .

” Foolish … To think that wolves can defeat me … It’s good to see you again , son . ” KIARA My heart was thudding as I saw the glowing magic blanket the area .

My eyes blazed and I let my own aura out , I was not going to let her work whatever magic she was trying to . Grandma Amelia had given me some strange tips , but unquestioningly I was willing to listen to them . Our conversation echoed in my mind .

‘ My only worry is that my power depletes fast … Now don’t be stupid , like your useless father ! I like to think you’re your mother’s daughter ! Draw your power from your source … What source ? … Selene’s of course …

” The Moon . I didn’t know if it would work , but I intended to find out . The moon was high u p in the sky , even if it was the night where witches were at their strongest , the moon was still dazzling brightly .

I heard Endora hiss in annoyance as she turned her gaze to me , her magic pushing against mine . ” You won’t hold out for long … ” She chuckled . Throwing her arms up , she began chanting .

We moved fast , lunging at her , but her barriers held us off . I couldn’t see i f she was alone or not ; just thick darkness that even my power couldn’t penetrate . I heard shouts and shrieks , feeling several more wolves die .

Each one sent a painful , sharp tug through me . We were already losing men . ‘ Witches ! ‘ Someone from our pack shouted . ” There are about four other witches . ” Dad said coldly .

” And so much more … ” Alejandro growled . It took me a second to realise what he meant when several … ‘ things ‘ burst from the darkness .

There was no way to describe them . They weren’t wolves , nor were they Wendigoes , but they looked to be a mix between them both . What terrified me most was the intelligence within their eyes .

” Look , daughter of Selene … Look at what I can accomplish ! ” Endora shrieked . I didn’t have time to reply , springing forward and engaging the first .

‘ Alpha Marcel said to let you know that some of the Wendigo’s are wolves ‘ that were thought dead ! ‘ Someone told us through the link . We were all inter relaying , making sure everyone was in on stuff . Obviously , it made sense why she didn’t make the rogues band together as a pack .

Marcel would know if someone was dead or not . Sure , she could use magic , but it would have been harder for her . ‘ Leave the Wendigo’s to the rest . Let’s focus on Endora .

‘ Alejandro’s words came through the link as I deflected an attack , blasting the thing back . Unlike the usual mindless , blood – thirsty beasts , this one had the mind and fighting skills of a trained wolf ..

‘ Got it ! ‘ I shouted , cutting one of their heads off . SCARLETT It was a mess .

These Wendigo’s were nothing like the others .

They were practically stronger wolves … Looking at them standing on two feet … their speed and their agility , I felt sick to say they reminded me of ‘ Lycans . Yes , they weren’t exactly like Alejandro , but the disturbing similarities worried me .

I could feel the impact of their hits , feel the bond break when we lost someone . ‘ Damon ! Careful ! I do not want Monica coming for me ! ‘ I growled , watching him take on two beasts . ‘ I can handle myself , Aunty Red .

‘ His confident smile came as he ripped through a Wendigo . ‘ He’s a big boy Scarlett . ‘ Aaron’s voice came . I shook my head at the father and son . I was about to shift when I felt unease settling in . I sensed her before I heard or smelt her .

A witch … ” Ah … take out the leader , the rest will fall A whispery voice came .

The next thing I knew , I couldn’t see anything as heavy darkness surrounded m ‘ Scarlett ! ‘ Aarons panicked voice came . ‘ Be careful ! ‘ I shouted , only to feel a block . I couldn’t hear anyone through the link anymore .

‘ Aaron !? Aaron ! ‘ Nothing , I felt something rush at me and barely jumped out of the way . We were in some whirling section of darkness and I could feel the barrier that was stopping anyone from entering .

It was then that I finally saw her , her long red hair swirling around her , her gold eyes glowing , and the smile of pure malice on her face . ” One to one is fair , right ? ” She asked . I saw the runes that covered her body wondering what they meant . ” Do you really think killing us is the right thing to do ? ” I asked coldly .

” Who knows ? ” She brushed off . She whispered a spell and I lunged at her , she blasted me back , flames wrapping around me , burning my skin . I bit my lip , drawing blood as I dared not let anyone feel my pain .

Not my pack , nor Elijah . I was stronger than this . I wouldn’t scream . No matter how agonising this was , my body was shrieking in agony as I tried to wait to heal myself . I forced myself to shift and lunged at her .

She tried to blast me back but she hadn’t expected me to be able to shift already . It seemed she didn’t realise I was a fast healer . I slammed her to the ground , ready to rip her head off , when I was torn off her and thrown against the swirling barrier .

I hissed in pain , feeling a s if my entire back had been shaved by jagged sandpaper . The smell of my blood filled my nose as I stumbled to my feet and lurched at the witch . She sent another blast of fire , knocking me back . How the hell was I supposed to attack her when I couldn’t even get close to her ?

I got to my feet , my grey fur matted with blood and the strong smell of burnt flesh . My eyes were blazing silver as I looked straight into her glowing ones .

The rage and determination ripped through me as I pounced …

INDIGO My heart tore in fear when I saw Scarlett being wrapped in that hurricane of darkness . No ! Not Scarlett ! The strong urge to protect her overcame me . I was not going t o lose another loved one !

I was rushing towards the darkness , when a strong hand gripped my arm and yanked me back . ” What are you doing ? ” Marcel growled . I glared at him .

I didn’t know him enough to judge , but right now , I didn’t need a Rossi telling me what to do ! ” Don’t tell me what I can and cannot do ! ” I growled back . ” Scarlett needs me ! “

He let go of me to rip a Wendigo apart , slicing through it with one of his long twin blades . He was actually an impressive swordsman , something you wouldn’t see often in wolves ,

but right now it was helping against the Wendigo’s long dangerous claws that were like twelve -inch knives . ” You can’t go . ” He muttered and I knew instantly someone had told him to watch out for me .

I turned , about to run off when he grabbed me by the back of my shirt . ” What the actual fuck ?! ” I shrieked , glancing at Dad , who was fighting one of the Wendigos .

Elijah hadn’t been happy with him joining , but he had refused to back off , saying he would not stand by when his children were fighting . He also refused to leave Scarlett alone … but now he was tired …

I looked around assessing the monsters , so far there were at least thirty … I don’t know how she had an army that even Marcel hadn’t known of , but she had I glared at Marcel .

” If you had kept an eye on your rogues , this wouldn’t have happened ! ” I spat . He frowned at me , ” Really ? Seriously ? We’re going to blame throw now ?

Not all these Wendigos were rogues … And besides , rogues mean lone wolves . I was not accountable for all of them ! ” He growled back . ” I’ll go to Scarlett ! ” I snapped , ” I don’t need a Rossi to tell me what to do !

“ He frowned but let go of me . I ran towards the blazing whirlpool , only for strong arms to lift me up as we went barrelling through . A burning pain screamed through me as the heat of that whirling force – field melted through my skin and flesh .