Chapter 8 – Sweet Scents “To burn with desire and keep quiet about it is the greatest punishment we can bring on ourselves.”-Federico Garcia Lorca Third Person POV – One Week Later The day of Celeste’s birthday party had arrived. Excitement buzzed in the air of the Onyx Moon Pack as the members tried their … Read More “Untouchable Online Novel CHAPTER 193” »
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Untouchable (The Moonlight Avatar Series Collection) Novel – 1
“N-no! It’s not like that!” I pleaded, tears swimming down my face. “I don’t want this! You have to believe me, please!” His large hand violently grabbed my throat, lifting me off the ground effortlessly. His fingers trembled with every squeeze, tightening the airways vital for my life. I coughed; choked as his anger burned through my pores and incinerated me internally. The amount of hate Neron holds for me is strong, and I knew there was no getting out of this alive. “As if I’ll believe a murderer!” Neron’s voice is shrill against my ears.
Book 2 of the Moonlight Avatar Series
There is more than just history and bad blood between Neron Prince, Alpha of the Zircon Moon Pack, and Kiya Guerrero, the mate he cast aside—darkness is falling. A shadow born of anger, resentment, and betrayal is clouding Kiya’s judgment and perhaps any chance Neron has left to reach her heart. Walking on his difficult path toward redemption, Neron is determined to prove to those around him that he is a changed man, even if all his efforts seem in vain.
However, as they often do, shadows often take a physical form—and in the malevolent presence of Osiris, a hybrid vampire, more than just Neron’s feelings are threatened. He has eyes for Kiya. Armed with honeyed words and seductive promises of chaos, Osiris lures Kiya into his dark web, hellbent on using her to destroy the pack who wronged him. As ravenous as she is for vengeance and retribution, will Kiya withstand the pull towards darkness? Even as she becomes unhinged, like a moth to a flame, Neron is drawn to save her: from Osiris and herself. Can they each fight back against the pressures that are driving them apart and towards the brink? Or will the call of the wild finally tear their bond for good…
This book is suited for adult readers, as the subject matter addresses sensitive topics including: mentions of sexual assault, violence, mentions of death and abuse, and trauma. Reader discretion is heavily advised.
Unbreakable
Book 3 of the Moonlight Avatar Series
Three years ago, Osiris was defeated triumphantly and his dark reign came to an abrupt end.
Compelled to heal and find hope again, Neron and Kiya forge different paths for the time being. When his treasured loved ones return, Neron’s heart is nursed back to health, and he finds a different purpose: becoming the Alpha of his newly-formed pack, Onyx Moon.
Little does he know that this is not the last he has seen of Kiya. Following her recovery from this dark, sinister influence, Kiya discovers her true self as the avatar of Selene, reaching goddesshood. What she does not know is that the world is about to be turned upside down once more.
When an ancient enemy makes another appearance, the very fate of the moon’s avatar is threatened. Apophis won’t stop until he gets revenge and annihilates the woman he blames for his misfortune, heaven, and earth be damned.
This unexpected calamity brings Neron and Kiya together again, and their emotions remain as strong and undeniable as ever. As imminent danger looms over their lives, they can’t help but wonder: Could giving in to their bond and letting it blossom be the last thing they’ll get to do? Or will they die before its fruition?
This book is suitable for adult readers, as the subject matter includes sexual content and addresses sensitive topics, such as violence and trauma. Reader discretion is advised.
Book 3 of the Moonlight Avatar Series
Chapter 7 – My Humanity “One love, one heart, one destiny.”-Robert Marley Kiya I couldn’t get over what happened at the beach. A brand-new day was ahead, but my mind was stuck on last night. A g**d could be after me. A full-bodied, breathing, angry deity. What the hell did I do this time? Artemis’ … Read More “Untouchable Online Novel CHAPTER 192” »
Chapter 6 – Foresight “No one knows the future, but the present offers clues and hints on its direction.“–Innocent Mwatsikesimbe Neron The tension in Mom’s voice made the hairs on the back of my neck stand up. Nuria and I shuffled to make room for her. She took the seat between us, resting the album on her lap. “A mother’s intuition never lies. I’m sure you both have questions as to what is going on.” “Um… we do not know what you’re talking about?” Nuria chuckled nervously. Goddess, she was such a terrible liar, sometimes. I shook my head in disappointment. “You both been receiving prophetic dreams, correct?” Silence. “Or dreams that reveal to you the future before it happens? What about dreams involving your mates?” My jaw clammed shut. How did Mom know about that? Has Nuria been getting the same dreams like me? My sister looked at me with eyes pleading for help, but I didn’t know how to help her. I was just as confused. Mom took our silence as her answer, nodding before flipping through the pages of the album. The photos of our family aged the further she flipped, going back in time as each photo lost its color. “I haven’t done my due diligence on explaining your true family history.” Mom started; eyes glued to the album. “You both are aware of your paternal family history, but not mine. Your ability to dream and see the future directly results from your Norwegian blood; a blessing passed down by your ancestor, Ulf, and Alva Johansen.” “Never heard of those people before.” I rested my elbow on the armrest. “Why didn’t you tell us this before?” “Well, I have been dead for thirteen years, for one.” Mom laughed. “And these abilities typically manifest between late adolescence and early adulthood, but there are some exceptions, especially for the both of you.” She flipped to a page where an aged, yellowed portrait of a man was shown, wearing what looked to be Viking clothing. His face was stoic, yet I felt the power from this man radiating through the picture. “He doesn’t look friendly.” Nuria joked. Mom smiled, shaking her head as she patted her on the top of her head. She huffed, batting her hand away playfully. “The Johansen bloodline stretches back many centuries, dating back as early as when the gods once roamed the earth.” Mom’s fingers gently smoothed out the bent corner of the portrait. “Ulf Johansen was a Viking werewolf one hundred percent dedicated to Lord Odin, King of the Norse Gods. Our family has many stories of how werewolves came about in Norway. From what I can remember from when I was a child, one story stated Ulf was one of the first werewolves born from Fenrir, the demonic werewolf beast destined to kill Odin during Ragnarok but was purified by Selene once she saw their internal suffering. Another stated Ulf was born as one of Selene’s creations, just like the rest of the werewolf race, and was gifted, along with many others, to Odin as a sign of companionship. The Asnuz Pack, our family’s pack, is one of the oldest of Norway.” “Zircon Moon had nothing on them.” Nuria chuckled. “Not even a droplet of worth,” Mom added. “Interesting,” I muttered, tapping my finger against my thigh. “What else is there?” Chapter & Foresight “Much more. Holy wars were a common occurrence between the gods that, often, spilled into the mortal realm. As a non–human, Ulf fought to protect his people during the wars, Unfortunately, he harbored distrust for anyone who wasn’t a wolf, as there has been some uneasy peace amongst the other supernaturals. A warrior’s blood burns bright, long after death, but kept alive through their ancestry. However, during one war, he was severely injured and was on the verge of death until a volva, or a witch, rescued and healed him. Come to find out that witch, named Alva, was his destined mate.” Mom flipped to the page that revealed her portrait of Alva dressed in traditional Scandinavian garb, holding a staff in one hand. She hore a striking resemblance to her and Nurla, right down to the ringlets in her hair. “Despite Alva being a volva, Ulf fell passionately in love with her and found purpose in making certain she was safe. They kept their relationship a secret from both their sects, as they feared neither would be accepted. Ulf did not let anyone or anything harm his love. One day, Alva requested to become a wolf like Uff so they could be together for much longer because Alva was still mortal. He pleaded with Odin for his help and Alva was, to this day, one of the few humans in history to not be a werewolf from birth. Alva’s transformation was difficult and there was a guarantee that she wouldn’t survive the shift, but Ulr’s love for her and her love for him was strong enough to ensure her survival. After her transformation, Alva kept her volva abilities and those two officially mated and lived happily until the end of days with their many children.” “Aw, I’m glad they got their happy ending.” Nuria smiled, resting her head on Mom’s shoulder. Our family line wouldn’t exist without it. A fierce feeling suddenly lanced through my belly like a sword to concrete, filling my veins with green, gently tickling my anger. As quick as it appeared, I stomped it to dust. Goddess, what the hell was wrong with me? I shouldn’t be jealous of my own ancestors. They didn’t fuck up. like I did. Mom flipped to an extensive and detailed family tree, written in Norwegian. “Alva was a secress of many skills, but her prominent gift was foresight. Her blessings were passed down from one generation to the next, occasionally skipping some for an unexplained reason. Not all of us would have Alva’s blessing, but we all gained Ull’s blessing. Johansen blood stretches from beyond Norway. To ensure that our bloodline remains strong until the end of time, our mates are powerful themselves, whether it be through the Alpha lineage or inter–mating with another species.” “Has anyone in our family mated with a human besides Ulf?” I asked. “I’m not too sure about that, but it is possible.” Mom’s eyes crinkled with her smile. “Selene’s ways of choosing our mates will be forever shrouded with mystery. However, the past couple of generations of our family have exclusively mated with Alphas, counting myself. You two are purebreds, and so are your grandparents and great–grandparents. Alva’s blessing was given to your grandfather, who has the gift of foresight. It had skipped my generation, but it looks like you two have her blessing as well.” “I don’t know Mom. The story was cool and all, but Neron and I being seers?” Nuria scoffed. “Would’ve we have known we had this ability sooner?” “Considering the circumstances of our lives, the discovery and development were delayed.” My fingers traced over the branches of the family line, descending to where Nuria’s and I’s names laid. “Did Dad know anything about this?” “I never told him,” Mom confessed. “I wasn’t sure if either of you would’ve gained the blessing. I didn’t know. how he’d react.” “It’s a good thing that he’ll never know.” Nuria folded one leg over the other, crossing her arms as she frowned. “Who knows what the power–hungry old man would’ve done if he sniffed it out.” I watched Mom as she rubbed the bridge of her nose, stress lines creasing in her brow. Worried, I held her hand, thanking me through mind–link. “I’m glad that our blood isn’t tainted, after all,” Nuria added. Mom froze, darting her head to look at her daughter with a mix of shock and sadness. I couldn’t look her in the eve when she spared a glance at me, because I thought the same. Dad destroyed us. He ruined our family. Yet, a part of him lives within us as we are his children. How couldn’t we think we have tainted blood when the man who made us was an abusive fuck like all the men before him? Nuria watched me live under his authoritarian rule, watched me almost become just like him. What if I continued to be ignorant? Would’ve I become a worse man than him? What if… what if… what if-! “Both of you were never tainted, skattene mine.” Mom’s voice was firm, but love dripped from every syllable she spoke. She planted kisses on our foreheads before continuing. “Despite all he’s done, he has gifted me you two, my treasures. I love you both more than life. Your father was bad, yes, but that doesn’t mean you two are.” We sat in silence, soaking in the impact of her words. Nuria shot me a worried glance, struggling to believe Mom’s words. She was right, but it still hurt. One day, we’ll believe Mom. Maybe. But today wasn’t that day. “What else can this foresight power do?” I asked, changing the subject. “According to my father, foresight is at its peak whenever your mind is relaxed enough to be susceptible to its messages. How have your dreams been tonight, my darlings?” I stiffened. Nuria stiffened. The scenes of the nightmare played like a broken record player–the snakes, the red, the heavy miasma of Kiya’s fear. I peeked over at Nuria to see her eyes tightly shut and her teeth grinding in her mouth. Neither of us wanted to answer, but Mom didn’t need that. She already knew. “Foresight has a couple of limitations, as it will only allow you to see the future if it involves someone you hold dear to her heart. It’ll show you what you need to see versus what you want to see.” “If it shows us something bad… Nuria hesitated, sucking in a gulp of air. “… does it mean it’ll come true?” “It can.” I couldn’t accept that. I refused to accept that. It’s one thing to be an Alpha, but to be tortured by psychic dreams of your mate murdered in front of you was another. And to add salt to the wound, it can come true? No fucking way. I never asked for this damn ability. The future wasn’t set in stone, but that didn’t mean that vision wouldn’t come true. I won’t go back to sleep if it meant watching Kiya get killed again. Silently, I pushed myself off the couch, heading toward the front door. Mom called out for me, but I didn’t respond. The crisp cool air filled my lungs and licked against my skin once I was outside, but it didn’t calm the irritation bubbling in my stomach. Why this? Why now? My foresight had only shown me visions of losing Kiya, both in the past and now, in the presence. Not one vision I got where Kiya was unharmed. Chapter & Foresight … Read More “Untouchable Online Novel CHAPTER 191” »
Chapter 5 – The Nightmare “Your nightmares follow you like a shadow, forever. “Aleksandar Hemon Neron Sinister hissing reverberated off the thick air. The crimson mlasma billowed with the harsh wind flaying my skin. Ominous silence dominated, my harsh breathing barely agitating the stillness. My hands clamped my neck as I struggled to breathe, gasping for a small remnant of oxygen. I made the mistake of looking at the red sky for a sign of hope, but all I found was a curse. The sun didn’t shine its purifying light, for an eclipse stood in its place. An irremovable eclipse. How long has it been since I last had a nightmare? The years felt like eons, yet I’m plunged into a familiar trepidation I’ve long forgotten about. Dread’s spidery legs crawled up my arms as I hobbled under the hellish atmosphere. I needed to find an escape. The longer I remained, the more disorienting my vision became. My breathing grew loud in my ears and the red blurred like a splotch of watery paint. But there was a danger hidden beyond the red haze. I felt it sinking into my skin, seizing my bones in a violent grip. Leave. Leave! I must leave! Suddenly, my energy was zapped. I fell to my knees, continuously gasping for breath. The hissing grew louder. The ground moved beneath my legs. My heart–wait, the ground is moving?! One dumb decision after another. When I looked down, the haze momentarily faded to reveal snakes. Nausea crept its way into my stomach at the sickening sight of the surplus of black, scaly bodies bumping and grinding against one another with reckless abandon. The earth rumbled, but the snakes paid no mind. One snake stood out from the rest, noticing me with its beady, red eyes. It slithered up my thighs, careening its head up to get a better view. Its forked tongue flicked out twice before returning to the herd. I hated snakes with a burning passion. I had Osiris to thank for that. This nightmare was making it worse! ‘You don’t have a clue why you’re here, right, Alpha?” A deep, callous voice growled in my ear. The earth quaked again, the aftershock running through my body. A portentous shadow loomed over me, swallowing my body whole. When I whipped my head around, I nearly collapsed on my back in fear of the gargantuan serpent glaring down at me with eyes the color of the deepest fraction of blood. “Alas, I wanted to make my arrival unannounced, but oh well, I cannot help it” “Who are you?” I demanded; my voice broken in wheezes. “Why are you showing me this?!” “I’m not the one showing you this vision, stupid dog.” The viper hissed, lowering its colossal head toward me, his nose nearly brushing against mine. “Why would I show you the future when your power conjures up the future itself?” “P–power? F–future?” The haze cleared to reveal nothing but absolute devastation that stretched for milles. Corpses of innocent men, women, children, and animals littered the earth. The snakes slithered to and from holes of the bodies. Adrenaline was dead. Panic rushed through my body. “N–no… you lie! This is not the future!” “Not yet.” The serpent’s evil boomed with every chuckle it made. My skin crawled. “But it will be the future once I t ake this plane as my own.” “The future is not for certain.” “That rule doesn’t apply to gods, little puppy.” Its laughter boomed through the world when it caught sight of the confusion on my face. “Ah, I forgot your feeble minds cannot comprehend the presence of a god. But it won’t matter once you surrender your life to me.” “Like hell, I will!” I snarled, pushing my body off the snake–infested ground. The glant serpent cocked its head before shaking it in disappointment, rising back to full height. “olves are as stubborn as the wretched goddess who created them. This will change your mind. Look behind you.” With a thunderous snap echoing across the air, I looked behind me to see a scene so horrific I thought my heart would rocket out of my chest. Thick snakes suspended Kiya in the air by her neck, entrapped by the coils of snakes and cobras slithering around her body from her shoulders to her feet. Her breathing hollowed out to almost nothing as the reptiles” bodies tightened around her chest. I could hear her ribs snapping. Her russet eyes lost their light, now a deathly pale brown compared to the brilliance I loved so much. “N–N–Neron…” She whimpered as dribbles of blood slid clown the ends of her lips. “P–please…” My heart didn’t leap; it exploded. My panic–turned–adrenaline fought against my fatigue as I tried to run toward Kiya, but the mini serpents were smart creatures. They sensed my fear. In their amusement, many shot up from the ground, colled around my limbs, and threw me on the ground on my back. Their barbaric strength held me to the earth as they forced me to listen to Kiya’s screams of terror. “NO!” I screamed, struggling against my binds. “Let her go! RELEASE HER!” “I’m not done.” King cobra laughed; the thunderous roar heard once again. Dropped on either side of Kiya like rag dolls were Phoebe and Violetta in identical states; their bodies ensnared by the devilish serpents, tightening around their fair flesh, leaving deep purple bruising. “Recognize them?” “What do you want with them?!” “They took something precious to me. Do not believe I haven’t forgotten about your involvement, dog.” It snarled. “It is only fair for them to die first, is it not?” I heard the girls whimper and choke. This beast was going to kill them in front of me! I looked into Kiya’s eyes to see her silent pleas swimming in the sea of pallid brown. And I saw the glimmer of an… apology. I’m sorry for involving you,” she mouthed “A life for a life.” The serpent towered over me, his gigantic, forked tongue lapping on the sweat dripping down my temple. “Taking what belonged to me signed their deaths. Once I get my fangs onto all who were responsible for my loss, I will exact my revenge, even if I must destroy heaven and hell, myself!” “And it’ll start with the moon’s avatar.” The snakes tightened and twisted with a sickening crack silencing Kiya’s screams. Chapter 5–The Nightmare The loudest scream I’ve ever mustered tore through my throat when I shot up from the bed. Sweat clung onto me like a second skin, entrapping me in unbearable heat. The world was in a muddled fog of black instead of red, but it didn’t make the horrors any less real. The panic that bound itself to me crumbled my defenses, pummeling my chest and lungs while I struggled to calm down. But I couldn’t calm down. My head pounded. in the only thought buzzing like an angry hornet. Is Kiya okay?! Gasping, I grabbed my phone and sent her a flurry of text messages, begging for her to wake up. I needed at sign that she’s alive. A sign that she wasn’t dead with a broken neck. A sign to ease my biggest fear. Onyx’s overwhelming presence flooded my own, sending a thick heat to my fingers. He’s telling me to stop. I growled and fought against my wolf, dropping my phone in my lap, thrashing on the bed, and gripping at my head. “Neron, listen to me!” Onyx shouted, pouring his warmth into mine. “Listen to your charismatic and troublesome wolf! You’re safe and Kiya is safe, I promise!” “No! I need to know, Onyx! I need proof!” “She IS safe! Anthony would’ve let us know if something happened! I promise you our sweet angel is alright. She’s okay.” She is…? She is. I finally stopped, catching my breath. I picked up my cell and held it to my chest. My heart was an uncontrollable drum hammering against my chest, but it lessened when the world cleared up. I was in my bedroom. The air conditioner hummed at the window, the ceiling was dark, and around me were familiar items that made my bedroom mine. My breathing leveled out as the panic left me, my lungs sucking in the precious oxygen my nightmare deprived me of. I’m safe. I got out. “Goddess…” I cried, covering my face with my hands. The aftereffects of the nightmare shook me to my core. It was too damn real. I still hear Kiya’s scream before her death. Onyx did his best to soothe me, but I was terrified. “Are you sure she’s safe?” … Read More “Untouchable Online Novel CHAPTER 190” »
Chapter 4 – Peace, Disturbed “The sea always filled her with longing, though for what she was never sure.“–Cornelia Funke Kiya Ivory and Ebony followed the water droplets dripping from my hair underneath the cotton shirt as we walked down the stairs toward the kitchen. The felines campered to their feeding bowls, eating to their heart’s content once I set them down on the floor. Poor Ebony was still partly wet from the bath incident. My wild child wanted attention so much that her little brain concocted the idea to leap into the soapy bathwater. Her nails… ended up in a place where they shouldn’t be. Needless to say, bath time came to a swift end. I rummaged through the kitchen cupboards for a mug, wanting a drink of water, when I heard the refrigerator door open from behind me. Turning, 1 spotted a very pregnant Sapphire digging through the stuffed fridge, pushing aside the bundles of vegetables and juice bottles for the renowned container of Nutella and celery sticks. She tore open the container with and dipped her sticks, moaning loudly when she began eating. I stared in silence. Pregnancy looked like a nightmare. “Hey, Kiki!” Sapphire greeted, waving a stick. “What’s up?” “I thought food cravings were supposed to disappear after the first bimester.” “Jokes on you; I’m always hungry.” Well, I understand that, Isaiah strolled into the kitchen, the sunlight bouncing off his eyes as he found his wife. His hands went to her swollen belly, rubbing loving circles over her shirt. “Sapphy, we’re going to be late for your appointment if we don’t get going. You can have your jar of chocolate afterward.” “Hazelnut.” She corrected. “We’ll go after I finish my snack.” “The last time you said that we were an hour late to your last appointment! You’re lucky Dr. Nava loves you so much.” “I can’t help it. I’m eating for two.” “These last five months flew by, huh?” I commented, filling my mug with water. Unlike human pregnancies that last nine months, werewolf pregnancies lasted six. The first month of a werewolf pregnancy equated to the third month of a human pregnancy, according to the size of the fetus. Sapphire was at the last stretch of her pregnancy. In the next few weeks to a month, we’ll have a brand–new pack member! “Indeed, it has. I still can’t believe I’ll be meeting my son soon.” Isaiah murmured, pressing loving kisses on Sapphire’s cheek, who giggled in response. “I still think you overdid it on the blue baby clothes.” “Blue is royalty, and Micah will come into the world as a handsome prince!” My blond friend vowed, finishing up the last of her celery sticks before setting the jar down on the counter. “Alright, I’m ready. How do I look? Please, tell me my shoes match this time.” “Uh, no.” Sapphire scowled at her sheepish–looking husband, laughing nervously. “I tried to tell you, but you wanted your chocolate jar so bad!” “Hazelnut!” I looked down to see Sapphire wearing a black slip–on shoe on one foot and a neon–pink croc on the other. I blame her enormous belly for her inability to bend down like she used to. That position got her pregnant in the first place. Both left for the hospital with the winds of excitement following them. My fingers rapped against my mug as I soaked in the kitchen’s silence. However, it was broken through when the excited chatter of children echoed through the kitchen window. Children of all shapes, sizes and colors zipped past the window chasing each other or a worn–out soccer ball they loved to kick around. Ximena sat on a rock, showing Alessandro how to play on the Nintendo Switch. Aisha mended to a garden of flowers with Mara at her side, grinning as she showed them a blossoming daisy. Dwayne swung around his son Kane, while Olivia watched with a smile. Darien and Galen were training with Jackie, as usual, while Mikhail and Abigail sat off to the side, cleaning training weapons My home was blessed. Everyone was happy, and so was I. But I couldn’t ignore the sting of loneliness that hit my heart from time to time. I settled my mug to the side, inhaling a stream of air as I watched the happiness of my family bloom wildly as the flowers of the garden. There wasn’t a reason to pay attention to the ache, because there was none. Ebony and Ivory are children. I have my peace. Nothing was going to ruin it for me. “Kiya?” I felt a tap on my shoulder. Startled, I spun around to meet a pair of purple eyes, waiting expectantly for me. My heart throbbed underneath my palm as I breathed in relief. “You’re way too quiet for your own good, Phoebe.” “I apologize. I didn’t mean to scare you.” A soft meow echoed below us. Phoebe’s smile grew when Ivory rubbed her head against her ankles, her tail pointed up. “Hello, little one. You look good today.” Phoebe leaned down and Ivory purred and butted her head against her palm. “What brings you by?” I asked, leaning against the counter. “Are you worried about something?” “You’ve gotten better at feeling emotions, I see.” Phoebe stood erect, stuffing her hands in the pockets of her maroon summer dress. “I am worried. Kiya, do you feel as though something is off?” “Out of balance.” She spoke. “I believe there is something terrible on the horizon. I contacted Violetta about it yesterday, and she said she felt something was wrong as well. What about you?” “Well…” I expelled a short, audible sigh as the memories of the last few days replayed in my head. From my selenite acting strange to that horrific encounter in the museum, I’d be a fool if I didn’t expect Phoebe out of Chapter 4–Pace Disturbed all people to sense that something is fucked up in the air. “How long have you felt this?” “A few days now.” “That pretty much lines up with what happened to me at the museum.” “Wait, what happened? What museum?” I reiterated everything to Phoebe, from the pull to the Egyptian exhibit to the literal attack. Her fear and pallid skin told me she, too, knew something was up. I bit my lip, the anxiety in my belly stirring. Attacks like the one I experienced don’t happen at random, and considering it was a goddamn snake spirit thing, the inklings of the past crawled up my skin. I wanted to scream. “This is… concerning.” Phoebe … Read More “Untouchable Online Novel CHAPTER 189” »
Chapter 3 The Onyx Moon Pack – “Rivers know this: there is no hurry. We shall get there some day.”–A.A. Milne Neron Three years ago, I never thought I’d be in the position I’m in today. Three years of laborious effort to ensure our survival; a direct result of Onyx Moon flourishing today. My pack. Instead of looking back with disdain and … Read More “Untouchable Online Novel CHAPTER 188” »
Chapter 2 – Home Sweet Home “Home is everything you can walk to.“– Jerry Spinell Kiya on the Saying goodbye to my students was the toughest thing I had to do. The joys and stress they’ve brought me during the school year were lessons and memories I’d never forget. In my heart, I knew they’ll take fourth grade with greatness. Having the privilege to watch those kids grow academically and socially warmed my big heart. Summer was here, and it was time for me to head back to Garnet Moon. I drove up to the curb after leaving the elementary school for the last time. Once parked, I stepped out of the cool interior to a blistering exterior. The sun was unforgiving today, and the warm breeze didn’t help! As much as I loved San Jose, being cooked alive for three months wasn’t on my list of plans. I entered the three–story apartment building on the quest of retrieving my two priceless treasures. There wasn’t anyone I trusted in taking care of them other than my downstairs neighbors, also Garnet Moon. members, but living outside the pack lands. Did I mention Anthony bought this building? Nothing lives in my mind rent–free than living in my apartment rent–free! My footsteps echoed on each stair until I reached the second floor, walking up to a door with a plaque that read ‘Fernandez‘ underneath the viewing hole. Grinning, I knocked three times and waited. I heard minor shuffling from inside until the door swung open to reveal an older lady wearing a painfully bright pink apron with her pale brown hair tied into a bun. Her brown eyes crinkled with her smile, yanking me into a sharp hug. “You’re back so soon, Kiya!” The woman said, patting my back. “Must you take them back now?” “I have to, Elena. But, I always know that you take good care of my babies whenever I’m working. Now, they must come back to their mother!” They st should stay a little longer with grandma…” She whimpered, pursing out her bottom lip. I let out a giggle before walking over the threshold of Elena’s apartment. The delicious smell of beef and spices immediately assaulted my nose, making my stomach growl like a ravenous bear. “Sounds like you also need to stay a bit with grandma!” “Well, if you’re offering to feed me, how could I say no?” I laughed, entering the small, sunlit living room with pictures hung on the walls. Elena and her husband, Luiz, lived here to be closer to their children and grandchildren who moved into the city. Mom and Dad knew them very well, as they were high school friends. Anthony was kind enough to purchase the apartment building, so they didn’t have to worry about rent. Once I moved in to complete my schooling, I knew I was getting a taste of home from the elderly couple. They’ve helped me so much and I couldn’t repay them. Once I sat on the soft, ash–colored loveseat, tiny patters of feet approached me at Mach speed. My babies pounced on my lap and began licking my fingers, wiggling their shaggy tails in my nose. “Ebony! Ivory! Hello to you, too!” My black bombay and white ragdoll cats meowed in unison, rubbing their heads in my palms as I pet them. Chapter 2 – Home Sweet Home Finding these two in a dirty alleyway in the neighborhood was the day they changed my life forever. So small and helpless, they reminded me of myself before Mom and Dad adopted me. I couldn’t leave them alone, exposed to the evils of the world. Once they got healthy and had their vaccinations, they’ve become my children. Elena and I chatted for a while over the delicious paella she was so kind to serve me. We talked about what is coming for the future, the pack, and my parents. She confided in me she missed the pack life but didn’t miss the incessant noise of children bouncing off the walls and the battles against rogues. That we both could relate to. After lunch, I carried my cats back to my apartment on the third floor. They ran through the floors once I opened the door, finding their beds and nestling in them like the pampered princesses they were. I was blessed to not have a pair of cats who needed continuous attention or else they’d scratch up the minimalist furniture in my tiny living room. Once I settled in, I took a well–needed shower and hopped into a pair of pajamas while I tossed my hair into a cotton shirt to dry. As much as I loved my apartment, I missed my family. The joys of having my abode didn’t compare to being surrounded by constant love and affection, but there was a certain allure to being alone and self–sufficient that I’d never take for granted. I could walk around naked in my apartment with no one saying a damn thing. Artemis made her presence known while I grabbed the hamper filled with dirty laundry. Judging from the tense aura she gave off; I knew she wanted to talk to me about something. “Artemis? What is it?” “I can’t get over what happened at the museum the other day.” She responded with a heavy sigh. I admit, it has been bothering me too. Walking to my portable washing machine, I played the event over in my mind as I tossed my clothes inside. “Nothing like that has happened since…” “I know,” I responded, watching the clothes spin after dumping an ample amount of soap. “I’m trying not to think about it too much. I don’t want to ruin the peace I have.” “I get it, Kiki. However, I don’t believe in coincidences. Walking into an exhibit and getting attacked by a snake spirit? Not to mention that there weren’t any witnesses to corroborate our story. What if Osiris is-” “No, Artemis!” I shouted, slamming my fist on top of the dryer. The sinking feeling in my chest made it painful. to breathe. With one shaky sigh after another, I tried my best to get rid of my pooling anxiety. “He’s dead. There’s no way he could come back, not after so long. What if what happened was just a damn hallucination?” “I don’t think it was a hallucination, Kiya.” “It has to be because there is no way in hell that I’m dealing with that shit again.” Artemis didn’t respond after that, opting to retreat to the back of my mind. Groaning, I ran a hand through my hair as I leaned against the wall by my hip. I put the whole Osiris fiasco behind me for the sake of my healing. Sometimes that bastard haunted my dreams, his lingering presence sticking to me like glue. I had to miss a full semester of school because of his crap, but after a while, things got better. He faded with the wind, along with his memory. Whatever happened in that exhibit could just be a post–traumatic flashback manifesting in that snake game. Snakes were disgusting. For the past three years, I had nothing but peace. Nothing interfered with my ability to finish school and work, and life was back to normal for me. No avatar madness, no supernatural attacks, or anything else of the sort. Phoebe and Violetta fell into their normalcy afterward as well, for they deserved the same peace I got. Chapter 2 Home Sweet Home There is no impending doom. My life was peaceful, and it will stay that way. My mood soured, which made laundry feel like an egregious chore. I tossed my wet clothes in the dryer and carried them back to my room once they were done. While folding my clothes on my bed, a heavy feeling settled in the pit of my stomach from how I reacted to Artemis. I didn’t mean to respond so strongly like that. Regretfully, I opened our mind–link, connecting with my beloved wolf. “Hey, Artemis? I’m sorry for yelling at you like that. I’m not angry with you and if I made you feel that way, I’m sorry.” “You don’t need to apologize, Kiya. I was never angry, but concerned. I guess you can say I was also scared of our peace being interrupted. I tried to make sense of what happened, and I frustrated you.” “Still, I’m sorry. It’s just a lot to think about, you know?” “Yeah, I do.” … Read More “Untouchable Online Novel CHAPTER 187” »
Chapter 1 – Three Years Later “Do what you love. Do what you are. Do what you do.“–Matshona Dhiliwayo Kiya “Alright, kids! I am so happy that you all decided to spend your day in the Museum of Fine Arts! Follow me and I’ll take you to the Greek Mythology exhibit!” An enthusiastic female voice boomed over the group of third graders walking behind their teacher. Noticing a couple of stragglers that were ‘too cool for school‘ mingling at a distant corner, I gathered the kiddos to encourage them to join the group. As the second chaperone on the field trip, I couldn’t afford any student to get lost. It was the last field trip of the year before the official end of the school year. The students were just just as excited as I was to start our summer vacation; proof of their lack of effort in turning in their final assignments. It was expected, of course. A sharp burst of cool air washed over us from the residential air conditioners, providing relief after boarding off the hot school bus. With my hands in my skirt pockets, I walked behind the students as we were led down a hallway decorated with art pieces and portraits of the museum’s founders. “Miss Kiya.” I looked down to see one of my students slowing her steps to match mine. “How long do you think this tour is?” “Well, Lesley, it should be less than an hour, give or take.” I poked her shoulder with a grin. “Don’t tell me you’re tired already!” “I’m not!” Lesley puffed out her cheeks in defiance. “I was wondering how long it would be until lunch.” “Not to worry. We’re going to feed you all on time, I promise. Now, pay attention. You might learn something. This beats sitting in a classroom all day, right?” “Yeah, yeah.” Our tour guide, Deborah, let us through a populous area filled with families and college students studying art pieces and historical galleries, posing for pictures, and reading information on display plaques. Cultural exhibits of all sorts were hidden beyond the many hallways that we have yet to explore, but I was excited. My heart ached at the prospect of leaving my students for the summer, but a year as their success coach proved to be an enjoyable endeavor. It solidified my desire to work with children once I apply for graduate school. A couple of minutes later, Deborah led us into the Greek mythology exhibit, where there were already a couple of families gazing at display cases filled with clothing, jewelry, and statues. A feeling of familiarity captured my heart and embraced it in a warm hug as I spared glances of the many statues marveled by the children’s eyes. “Back in ancient times, the Grecian people held a firm belief that the gods of Mount Olympus watched over their land. They were responsible for their blessings and sometimes, their curses. As you can see in these display cases, they carved many of the marble statues in the likings of those gods and goddesses, and when you read their information plaque, you can learn more about them. Warriors fought in battle; they made offerings in sacred temples–their way of life followed their praises in their deities. “But it is all just a story, right?” One student asked. “We learned in class that this is folklore! That means the stories aren’t true, right?” Ch. dear Samuel If only you knew… “They were true to the Grecians. It was part of their belief system so anything good or bad that happene they tributed to the gods. For example, they believed that Goddess Demeter caused the seasons we know today because her daughter, Goddess Persephone, lived in the Underworld with her mudband for half a year The fall and winter signaled that Persephone was no longer with on and was caused by Demens cadan But, when the returned. Demeter was happy again and that the spring and summer happened” “But we don’t know if that is true, though. It is a myth Just like how ghosts and werewshes don’t e Samuel added with his pessimism. es, they are 1 sew videos on the name friend. Bran, romed with a shoulder nudge. Those neo fell into a loud banter until I had to break it up. It reminded me just how much the humans don’t show about tha existence of whe may bride in the shadows, in the woods, and so on. I’d be skeptical too if I didn’t shit into a white wolf every other day “Alright, alingis” Deborah laughed do want to stick to the schedule, so you kiddos mane ten minute to indoor explore the exhibit. Ask your chaperones or me if you have questions. Don’t wander Just like that the kids dispersed in a page of muted comversation spreading to various display a I Ms. Day’s folioved one group of students roles around the gallery Athena, spollo, and many more mood high and proud over my form. 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Unbreakable – Prologue Selene The mortal kingdom upon Mother Gaia’s beautiful planet never ceases to amaze me. How many times have I watched the humans, young and old, congregate under the night sky with the desire for new discoveries? The diamonds in their eyes shined as bright as the diamonds instilled in the night sky, shielding the mysteries that laid beyond the naked eye. A world that many of them will never reach in their lifetime was just a gaze away through their unique technologies and their plethoric records about the mysterious cosmos. I believe they’ve coined the term stargazing. However, the mortal eye was limited. Some discoveries of the universe weren’t meant for their minds, human and supernatural alike. Through their fantastical stories of the world above and the world below, the beings of the earth have grown accustomed to the idea of life after death. Time was but a temporary occurrence, minus for the immortals. If their stories had a smidgen of truth, they would have some inkling of what truly laid past the firmament. But there was a reason their stories could only stretch so far. There was a world beyond the heavens, but knowledge of its existence belonged to the gods. We each have our individual realms to rule over, but on rare occasions, do we all amass in one dimension to conversate. The world beyond the beyond. Alas, I couldn’t say I was excited about this meeting. My footsteps echoed loud under the translucent bridge connecting to the aether. Thick clouds shielded my view of the world below, but they neglected a few spots, granting me the view of humankind. Lights of all shapes and colors glittered and flickered as minuscule dots running to and forth every which way. So Insignificant to a few, but beautiful to me. A sharp gust of wind whipped past my exposed arms, whirling around me like a disturbed bee before rushing ahead of me. Does it appear Aeolus is of attendance at the holy meeting or was it his brother god, Vayu? The divine summit opened in my view; a fortified acropolis nestled above the heavens, but below the cosmos. My ears picked up muffled chatter from within the gates while the immense aura of the many gods in attendance consumed my spirit. The babble heightened and lowered in pitch, filled with hints of anger and astonishment. But there was one voice that stood out from the rest. And now, I’m annoyed. “Fantastic. The drunkard is in attendance.” I muttered, rolling my eyes. Walking up to the stone doors separated by Corinthian pillars, white light shone through the cracks and gaps before they eased open, allowing me to amble through. The telltale aroma of mead and golden elixir tickled my nostrils as I walked through the elongated halls, with celestial energy billowing through the crevices of the floor as colorless smoke. I passed by hallway after hallway, eyes trained on the large door in front of me that led to the main assembly hall. “Selene!” I turned around to see Hekate emerging from one of the many corridors. Her long, coal hair flowed with her Unbreakable–Proloque steps, giving off the illusion of her floating as her deep crimson dress swayed with her sashays. She adjusted her triple–moon crown as she came to my side. “Hekate.” I smiled in greeting. “Fancy seeing you here. You aren’t one to attend these meetings.” “I am afraid that I have no choice in the matter,” Hekate replied. “It is quite unfair that Hades can skip these assemblies, but my attendance is required. The poor sap prefers to not be anywhere, with Persephone in attendance. He’d be too tempted to whisk her away back to his kingdom, risking an endless winter in the mortal kingdom from Demeter.” “Couldn’t we have this gathering on Mount Olympus?” I asked, raising an eyebrow. “What is so urgent that it required our brother and sister gods to be in attendance as well? Who called this meeting?” “Lord Ra did.” My eyes widened when Hekate walked ahead of me toward the assembly hall doors. The urgency wasn’t enough to describe the situation if Ra made the trek from his kingdom to assemble us. I caught up to my sister goddess once the shock subsided, nudging the doors open to be blinded by the celestial light of our realm shining upon a large gathering table with about three–quarters of the seats filled with the bodies of different gods across all pantheons. I spotted my brother gods, Chandra and Iah, sitting on the far corner of the table while Dionysus offered himself another helping of mead. The fool couldn’t sit straight in his seat! Praise be to Oshun, who settled the holy liquor beside her so the grape–harvester couldn’t give himself a second helping. Or fifth. Brigid, Athena, Ira, and several others hailed from all corners of the world were in attendance as well. I doubt there will be a gathering of every god and goddess unless our livelihoods were at stake like with Chronos many eons ago. Our stories were passed down through the humans from one generation to the next. How would the human mind handle the prospect of their folklore holding true, I wonder? “The goddess of the hour has arrived!” Dionysus bellowed, his golden eyes landing on me. “You aren’t one to be late, Lady Selene.” “You lose track of time whenever your mind is intoxicated, Dionysus,” I replied, taking a seat between Hekate on my left and Amphitrite on my right, being cautious to not bump against her golden trident. “Care to fill me in, if you can handle it?” “The balance of the world has tipped.” He slurred, somehow regaining his sense of regality. “And since Lord Ra was the one to call this meeting…” My heart crept its way into my throat, seizing my speech. A terrible chill gripped at my spine as I recalled the events three human years ago, but before I could speak, the doors from beside the gathering table were nudged open and Ra walked through, his large form nestling in his chair with his mighty falcon fluttering down on the bronzed table beside his hands. “Thank you all for arriving.” His deep voice resounded through the assembly hall. “At any other time, it would be a joyous celebration for us to be together, but I’m afraid this matter concerns all of you. I’m afraid it may bleed into the mortal kingdom if we do not act now.” Unbreakable – Prologue “What is of concern, Lord Ra?” Athena asked. “Apophis is missing from Mountain Bakhu.” Gasps and growls of dismay erupted from the table from the news. I sensed Lord Ra’s apprehension from the distance. Something like this has never happened before, but it begs the question of how did that gargantuan snake escape his prison? I hid my hands beneath the table and gripped at my dress, dread hitting my body like an asteroid. However, a cool but comforting hand rested on top of my own. I looked to see Hekate offering me a soft smile. Amphitrite repeated the action on my right. They knew why I felt nervous. It was unbecoming of me to show my fear, but this was beyond a concerning matter. “How does that happen?” Ira asked the golden question we’ve all been wondering. “Wouldn’t Osiris or Anubis have sensed of disappearance before you did?” “They were the ones who informed me,” Ra answered. “Most of you have noticed the increase in earthquakes on Mother Gaia’s earth, have you not?” We all fell silent. “I thought so. The balance of our worlds has indeed teetered in the wrong direction, but none of you cannot deny that this can and will affect our realms and the order of fate.” “A spirit of malevolent evil cannot go unchecked,” Brigid muttered, curling her finger under her chin in deep thought. “You know the monster better than we do, Lord Ra. How do you believe this happened? Surely, the humans couldn’t have had a hand in this, would they?” “Unfortunately, more and more humans are turning to the side of darkness and evil. However, I do not think they’re powerful enough to break the serpent out of his prison. Not even his demons could. He still lurks in the underworld, so he has not fully escaped. However, I’m afraid to believe that another god could be responsible for this madness.” “Are you … Read More “Untouchable Online Novel CHAPTER 185” »
Chapter 96 – New Beginnings (A Long Chapter A) Third Person POV “Neron, I forgive you.” The excited commotion from the pack house billowed through the open windows, carried by the waning summer air. Kiya drummed her fingers against her thigh while Neron looked heavenward at the sunset sky, fixated on the beauty of the lavender clouds. They waited for the response of the other, wondering who’d be the first to break the silence. Anxiety nipped at Kiya’s throat while Neron tried to find the words to speak. Both Onyx and Artemis sat tight in their minds, listening and watching in bated breaths at this much–needed conversation. The anticipation was palpable. Neron inhaled an audible breath through his mouth and exhaled, clearing his throat as he stood straight off the wall he was leaning against. He turned his head to face the woman he loved, blinking once before asking a breathless, but forlorn “Why?” “To heal. To let go. I’m not forgiving you for you, Neron. I’m doing this for myself. Kiya turned her body to face Neron, putting her back to the sun. “In the last five years of my life, I held onto so much hatred toward you, Raina, and so many others. It was exhausting. Now, I don’t feel it as much, at least toward you, How I look at it is that me forgiving you destroys any possibility of that hatred controlling me again. I don’t want to hate you anymore, Neron, nor have the chance to again.” “You had every reason to, not that I blame you.” Neron stuffed his hand in his pocket, fiddling with an object he had yet to take out. “I understand where you’re coming from, but I’m still unsure how forgiving me would help you.” “Acceptance.” Kiya watched Neron’s eyebrows lift, his confusion settling on his face. “I’m accepting that the past happened. No amount of prayer, or wishes, or avatar magic can change that. I was a victim of abuse; that’s it, that’s all. But, I’m not a victim anymore. We can’t change what happened yesterday or the day before that, but I’m changing my attitude toward the future.” Neron shook his head. “I feel weird about it. I don’t know if I could put that feeling into words, but…” Kiya reached her hand toward Neron’s and grasped it in her own, holding it like a delicate vase. “I’m not saying that you do or don’t deserve my forgiveness. But I’m doing this for myself because I need peace from all of this. I deserve peace. I’m kicking this ball out of my court because I don’t want it anymore.” Neron’s mouth fell open, but he swiftly closed it. His eyes dropped to their connected hands, unable to ignore the warmth radiating from Kiya’s palm. Orange sunshine hit the side of his face, and it also flooded the space In his heart as his fingers traced circles on her brown skin. “I’m sorry.” He muttered. “I’m just having a hard time accepting this.” “I think it is because you have a lot of guilt to work through, Neron. Take it from someone with experience.” Kiya responded. “Some days can and will be harder than others, but would it make you feel a little better knowing that I’m not holding the past against you, anymore?” “It feels like a drop of cool water in a sea of boiling water, but it is still something.” A mirthless smile tugged at the corner of Neron’s lips. Kiya couldn’t find a reason to smile back, because she could feel his self–loathing from their touch. “I’m sorry that I’ve been such a downer, but, I’m so, so happy that you’re going to be better with your healing. That’s all I ask for that when you leave here; knowing that you’re going to be okay.” Now, Kiya found a reason to smile back. “Thank you, Neron. I also want you to extend that same grace to me. I want to know that you’ll be okay too.” “I will be, because Mom and Nuria will be at my side. My family is back, and I don’t feel as empty as I did. before.” “I don’t know if Nuria still has that pranking streak in her again, but keep an eye on her for me, will you?” Neron’s face brightened with his smile. I f course! Given how Lyra and Nikolai acted when they saw Mom, don’t have any doubts that they’re welcomed at Garnet Moon. They do have to get used to this new world, however. Life is different now than it was thirteen years ago.” “They’ll be fine. Your mom and sister are tough cookies.” Kiya grinned at the thought of the women. She fell into an abrupt silence, brushing her hair behind her ear and clearing her throat. “You know I care about you a lot, right?” “Yes, I do.” “And you know you muddle with my mind a lot too, right?” “I didn’t know that. That was not my intention.” A flush crept up the Alpha’s cheeks. “But I think I know where this conversation is heading to, if my intuition is correct.” Kiya’s expression softened, pressing her lips together. She crossed her arms under her bosom, exhaling a soft sigh as she soaked in Neron’s presence. This decision didn’t come lightly when she conversed with Artemis about it in her comatose state. Part of her reeled in shame, while the other stood in confidence. “Kiya, it’s okay.” Artemis reassured her. “Tell him. He needs to know.” “I just feel like I’m constantly in the way of you getting what you deserve, Artemis. You always have to wait for me.” “And I’ll continue waiting until you’re ready, Kiki. Go on.” Just like that, the shame dissipated into nothing. Reeling herself back into reality, Kiya blinked before speaking. “I know you’re my mate, and I’m aware of the bond we have with each other, despite it going through hell and back. And I know you love me, Neron, but…” “You’re not ready for us to be mates.” Neron finished, his expression dulling. Kiya nodded, nibbling at her bottom lip. “So much has happened between us and there is so much work I need to do for my own mental and emotional wellbeing. I’m not ready to jump into any sort of romantic relationship with anyone, especially not one as intense as a mate relationship.” The words stung Neron’s heart, but he kept poker–face to mask the pain in his chest. “Believe it or not, Kiya, I’m on the same boat.” Neron chuckled softly when Kiya widened her eyes. “I don’t think I’m ready for a romantic relationship either, especially so soon after…” “You didn’t deserve to get hurt like that by Odessa.” Kiya frowned. “I’m sorry you had to find out her betrayal Chapter 9–New Beginnings Long Chapter like that.” Neron winced, scratching his upper arm. “Thank you for understanding, Kiya.” “And I know how much Onyx loves Artemis.” “Oh, I’m aware.” He winked. “But the puppy will have to wait just a little longer until I’m ready for that type of commitment.” Onyx huffed in his mind. “Artemis is the only one for me, you know. I refuse to settle for less!” “I know that, puppy.” “And only she can call me puppy. It’s cute and endearing. You’re … Read More “Untouchable Online Novel CHAPTER 184” »