Pariah

"DAPHNE, this is wrong," Rage hushed tones sending electrifying volts through Daphne's system.

Rage is on top of her, showering her with hot wet kisses all over her face and body... Daphne couldn't have asked for anything more.

Daphne locked her gaze on him. "How could this possibly be wrong, Rage?"

He averted her gaze. "I shouldn't have allowed this to happen between us; I shouldn't have let my emotions control me. I know what we have is forbidden..."

Daphne's fingertips trace Rage's perfect jawline. "Forbidden? How can you say that, Rage, when we know the undeniable attraction between us?" she questioned.

"For God's sake, Daphne! You're my sister! I shouldn't be crossing lines!"

Daphne's brow merges into a single thin line. "Sister? You know we're not real siblings, Rage. Father happened to adopt you, but we're not related, you know that,"

Daphne couldn't fathom Rage's pride. "Besides... father loves you, and our parents will never be mad if they find out what's going on between us," she persuaded him.

Rage appears confused and frustrated. Daphne has no idea as to why Rage considers their "relationship" to be a grave sin.

"Oh... Daphne, I don't know what to do with you anymore,"

She laughed and looked him in the eyes, expressing how much she loved him. She is madly in love with Rage. For her, Rage is her everything.

"How about you stop talking and continue to pleasure me..." she said as she bit her lower lip.

She's never been this daring before. With Rage, he could even melt the ice within her. His name is perfectly suited to him. He's as hot as fire and can melt a block of ice.

Rage's lip twitched. He's smirking at her. And he looks so dashing with this expression on his face.

"You want me that badly, Daphne?" he murmured in her ear. His hands were circling her naked body.

She can't stop herself from closing her eyes. "Yes, Rage! Yes!" she moaned in delight.

Rage is powerless to oppose the beautiful "canvass" in front of him. His Daphne is absolutely stunning. She's a perfect creation.

"Tell me what you want me to do with you," Rage challenged her.

She took a deep breath and swallowed hard. Their gazes locked with equal fervor.

She is a shy and reserved individual. However, when it comes to Rage, he can bring out her wild side. "I want you to fuck me, Rage. I want to taste you all. Devour my body and soul. Take me with all your might!" she begged.

She is aware of how damped she is right now. Rage smirked at her and reached out to touch the wetness of her mound. "Hmm, so wet, so ready for me," he teases her.

She bites her lower lip again. "Please, Rage, take me right now!"

She could see the mixed emotions on his face. Desire, passion, lust, and love are all visible in his facial expression. She knows that even if Rage wasn't saying anything, she is important to him.

"I'm sorry to disappoint you, baby, but I'm not going to fuck you," he said flatly.

She was immediately disappointed. "B-but... why?" She could feel the touch of his fingers and rough palm in her core, and she knew she was about to burst anytime soon.

Rage gave her a sweet smile this time. "Because I'm not going to fuck you, Daphne. I'm going to make love to you," his smooth and deep voice sent shivers down her spine.

"R-Rage..." All she can say.

They're both naked now, and she can feel his hardness poking her stomach.

"Oohhh, Rage!"

"I've already marked you, Daphne; you're mine," he said, grabbing her nipples.

She moaned in pain and pleasure. "I'm yours, Rage! Please!"

He inserted his fingers into her core and widened it. "And this is exclusively mine; no one can ever take what is mine," he said possessively.

Daphne couldn't even respond because of the pleasure building up in her body.

"Answer me, Daphne," he squeezed her right breast.

The roughness of his palm only adds to her craziness.

"Yes, Rage! Oh, yes! I'm all yours!"

Rage appears pleased with her response. He separated her two legs and climbed on top of her.

"Are you sure about this, Daphne?" he asks, his enticing eyes on her. With his wet hair, he looks incredibly hot. He has a very manly scent.

"Please, Rage," she begged.

"I'm just confirming it. I don't want you to regret it later. Because once I'm inside your body, there's no turning back. You're already marked as mine," He didn't let her respond and pushed himself inside her, thrusting inside and clenching her tight walls.

DAPHNE

Today is the grand opening of my art supplies shop. And I considered this as my big day. One achievement unlocked for me this year. I woke up early this morning more than my usual routine. I saw my mom, Jasmine, who was busy preparing for our breakfast.

"Morning, mom," I greeted her with a big smile.

Her face lit up when she saw me. "Good morning! I know this is your grand opening today, so I prepared you a special lunch box,"

I can't help but smile. Mom is really sweet. She never changes. "That was so sweet of you, mom. Thank you,"

We were about to hug each other when we heard a fake cough behind us. I saw my father, Dane. His eyes landed on the lunch box I was holding.

"Goodness, Jas. Your daughter is already a grown-up woman. Are you still not tired of making her lunch box every day? You were doing her lunch box since immemorial!" he tapped his forehead.

"What's wrong with making our daughter a lunch box? I just want to make sure that she eats healthy. She isn't even complaining, then how do you have the guts to tell me that I should stop doing her lunchbox?" My mom raised an eyebrow at him.

And I know that my dad never wins when it comes to arguing with my mom. He raises his two palms as if he's saying he already surrender. After that, we exchanged glances and laughed with each other.

This is my small, simple, but happy family. I'm an only child. Back when I was young, I remembered that I always wished my parents that grant me a baby sister or baby brother. But due to complications, my mom is unable to bear another pup anymore. So they give all their love and attention to me.

My parents are great and humble. My dad is the Alpha King of our pack, the Lotus Pack in the Greenwoods Village. He told me that since he was young, he always aspired to rule our pack. He loves guiding people. And my mom, the Luna Queen has always been at my dad's side, supporting him. My dad told me that their relationship is not a whirlwind romance. According to them, back then, dad is not in love with my mom. He loves someone else, and mom is just observing him from afar. But my mom goes to greater lengths to protect my dad during the war. That's when my dad realized my mom's unconditional love for him. I'm a romantic person, so I find their love story very touching.

So basically, I'm the Luna Princess of our pack. But that doesn't mean that I considered myself different from others. My parents always taught me to respect everyone and be humble.

"I love mom's cooking. It will forever be my favorite," I smiled.

"Okay! I know that I can never win against the two of you. Are you going to your shop?"

My eyes glittered like diamonds. "Yes, dad. Today is my grand opening,"

"We're so proud of you, Daphne," they hugged me tightly.

This is the new world now. Peace and harmony exist. We are not obligated to train and study to be mighty wolves. Everyone can have a decision of their own, and what to do with their life. As much as possible, our pack wants us to experience an everyday life like humans. And unlike other packs or ancient beliefs, having a rank is not really important in our pack. One will not base their respect according to their rank. We can have a rank, we can decide to stay normal like humans, and everyone will still respect us.

And of course, my dad is respected by everyone. There is no doubt about that.

"Thanks, mom, dad! I have to go now!"

"Can we at least join you there?"

"Dad, I know you have an important meeting today with the council. And mom, I know grandma is sick. She needs you. You two can always come anytime to my shop! I won't be mad or anything,"

My parents didn't fight with me anymore. They nodded as I exited our house. I'm waiting for a taxi to pick me up. At the age of 19, I have already finished College. I have a degree in Arts. And I don't intend to study for a master's or to take a doctorate degree anymore. I'm already okay with my degree. I want to put up a business that is in line with my passion. And that is art supplies. During my free time, I also love to draw and paint.

Well, I, Daphne Steele, have lots of interest. I love helping people. I love to cook and bake. I love doing household chores. I love knitting. I love drawing and painting. I also want to be a powerful wolf that can protect my pack!

"Whew! She's really hot and gorgeous!" I saw a group of guys ages like me commented while looking at me.

I wanted to roll my eyes, but I didn't bother to stop by or say anything. I put both of my hands inside my sweater. Hearing compliments from my opposite sex is not new to me. I always hear these comments whenever I walk down in the streets with decent clothes.

Soon after, a taxi arrived, and I hopped in. I told him the place and closed my eyes.

"We're here,"

I paid him and gave him an extra tip. "Thank you. Drive safely," I remind the old driver.

The old man looked so happy. "Thank you, Princess Luna! You really have such a good heart!"

I made my way through my shop. It has a minimalist design, and I like it so much. I'm sure that I'll spend more time here!

This will be my safe haven. My one staff greeted me politely. "Good morning, Ms. Steele!"

"No need for formalities, Nina. Just call me Daphne!" I winked at her.

Nina blushed and looked away. We became busy after that. We were doing preparations for our first opening day.

Thirty minutes from now, my dream business will now be open for everyone.

This is a dream come for me. We didn't notice how time flies. We have already had plenty of customers just this morning.

After we entertained all the customers, I heard a voice behind my back.

"That guy is so handsome,"

I saw Sierra, my packmate, who is two years older than me. She looks cute in her bob cut, light skin, and blue eyes. "Huh? Are you talking to me? Sierra, right?"

Her eyes widened in shock. "Oh my goodness! I can't believe that you know my name, Alpha King's daughter!"

I suddenly felt shy. "You don't have to make it a big deal. I heard your name back then. Who are you talking about?"

"Oh, the guy that is with Alpha King. I heard that he's a civilian,"

I furrowed my eyebrows. "Civilian?"

She nodded. "Yeah. He's an outsider. And he's seen roaming around here in the Greenwoods. So the guards held him captive and brought him to the Alpha King,"

Oh, what a shame! I'm the daughter, but I didn't know that!

"I must know his name. He looks so handsome. He has dreamy gray pair of eyes, and his forget-me-not look!"

Ugh, who's the guy? I never heard that a civilian came into our borders.

"Anyway, I love your shop, Daphne! For sure, I'll hang out here in these next coming days!"

I smiled. "I'm glad you love my shop. If you excuse me..."

"Sure, no worries! I feel so honored that the daughter of the Alpha King talks to me!"

After I left Sierra, I couldn't help but think again about what she said.

Civilian? Who's that guy? I have to ask my dad later.

RAGE

I woke up in a familiar place. My body is aching so bad. I can't even move my legs and arms.

What happened to me? Where am I? The last time I remembered was when Leandro summoned me. After that, darkness envelops me.

I can't remember anything after that. I move my head to see the surroundings.

This is my first time to see such a place. It's so peaceful, beautiful and it's like I'm in another dimension. Is this place even real? I never knew that this place existed in real life.

Since I was young, I was locked up in an orphanage. And we aren't allowed to go out. I always wished that someone would adopt me. And that is my most regret in life. I thought I already saw rainbows and butterflies when Odin adopted me.

But I was mistaken. The day he adopted me is the day my nightmare starts. I was just six years old back then when he brought me to The Ora.

This is a secret criminal organization build-up of Hybrids and extraordinary beings with one mission: to destroy the world.

Odin just disguises himself as an ideal loving father, but in reality, he's an identified species. Heck, I even don't know if he's a werewolf or a vampire. For me, he's a monster. He is so powerful. His powers can be comparable to God.

He gave me to Leandro, a brilliant genius, and they started experimenting with my body. I don't know what they're doing in my body.

And every single day, I begged them to stop. But every time I show weakness, they beat me up to death.

I can even remember Odin's favorite motto for me. "If you are weak, then you have no right to live in this world,"

That's Odin's favorite line.

But... where am I?

It's impossible that Odin will let me out of their sight. They can't let me gone even just for an hour. For them, I'm a tool or a machine that they can use and experiment with every time they want. Yes, they are that cruel. And I loathe them to the core!

I clenched my fist and looked around. What kind of place is this? I heard voices coming in my direction.

Shit! I have to get out of here!

They're going to kill me! As much as I want to move and hide, but my body feels so numb.

"Here he is! I told you, I saw a young man here. I'm telling the truth!" I saw three people coming towards me.

They're wearing royal robes, so I assumed that these people have a high rank in this place. I prepared myself for their attack.

I don't want to die! I will never let them touch me!

"Oh wow, you are right. I never saw an outsider for a long time,"

"He does have a handsome face despite his ferocious look," the other one commented.

They walked towards me. I saw them gasp when they saw my real situation. Why the hell I can't move? I feel so numb!

"He is still a young man. I think around twenty plus. And yes, he is so good-looking, huh?"

I can't understand what they're talking about. What matters to me now is my safety.

I gritted my teeth. "Don't you dare come near me! I will kill you all, don't make me do it!" I lashed out.

They are obviously taken aback. "He seems dangerous. Shall we kill this young man?"

I smell danger.

I have to think quickly about how to get out of this mess. But my mind is not cooperating. I'm having a hard time thinking. I pushed myself to release my power. But when I was about to do that, I couldn't even focus and release an aura.

The hell did Leandro do to me? I felt so powerless!

Damn, Leandro!

"I told you, I'm not going to show some mercy even if you beg, so if I were you, retreat now or else, you all would die," I warned them in a dangerous tone.

I expect to see fear in their eyes, just like what I always see from others. But they are just emotionless. They even sneered.

I, being cocky, felt humiliated. "Are you making fun of me? I'm not joking, you bastard!"

"Hey, young man! Watch your mouth! You are here in our territory!"

I hissed. "I don't fucking care. I don't even know what this place is! Just make sure that I can't get out of here, or else you all be dead here,"

"I think he's one of our enemies. Beware!" The other man warned the two.

"We aren't sure. We can't put the authority what to do with this young man on our hands,"

"So... what's the plan?"

"We have to held him captive and let the Alpha King decide,"

Why... I see no fear in their eyes?

Impossible!

I feel so irritated. "And who said I will let you captive me? I'll die first before you all can do that!" I said while gritting my teeth.

"If I were you, young man, I would keep my mouth shut. You have a sharp tongue, do you?"

I tried my best to move and attacked them, but before I could do that, the three of them were already holding me.

"No! I warned you not to touch me!" I screamed at the top of my lungs.

"I guess we can't calm him down. You know what to do," Their eyes are talking without saying a word.

And I hate it!

"Don't worry. We are not going to harm you..."

Not harm me? Huh! I doubt that. I never heard such comforting words ever in my life.

"D-Don't touch me..." I'm catching my breath. I saw a tool similar to Leandro's tool. My pupils dilated.

No... No... I can't let them experiment with me too!

I was about to yell, but one of the men injected something into my arm. And everything went black to me...

After minutes, we've arrived in a place that is full of equipment. I shivered, thought that it was like Leandro's laboratory. But the Alpha King calmed me down.

"You don't have to worry. Your wounds will be treated here. You don't have to worry. No one's gonna hurt you here,"

Wounds?

I furrowed my eyebrows. Do I have wounds? I unconsciously looked at my body, and my jaw almost dropped when I saw bruises and wounds all over my body!

The Alpha King smiled at me. "You're not aware of your wounds, right? Don't worry. They will give you the best medicine here. Take a rest,"

I was about to say something, but one personnel injected something into my arm. And everything went black to me...