The Alpha Twins

It was a sunny afternoon, after the usual pack meeting. The Silvermoon pack members were going about their normal day-to-day activities. Just like the usual days, Alpha Salvador and his Luna, Emerald were seated outside, enjoying the cold breeze. Their twins had gone out on a walk with his Beta who was also a good friend of his. The Luna rested her back on the armchair, smiling beautifully. "Salvador" she called

"Yes beauty"

"I still can't believe it over five years now, since we've been together". She sat up slowly. "I can still remember how they rejected me in the first place. You know been a witch mated to a werewolf wasn't easy"

He smiled and held her hand. "But we fought hard to be together and we conquered"

"Yes, we did. And the twins are the result of our success. Did you remember when the twins were born?"

He smiled."It's a day I'll never forget. Watching them sleep peacefully, gave me peace of mind"

She smiled. "Holding my bundles of joy was a dream come true. What gave me joy the most is that they were born special"

He nodded in agreement. "Born special indeed". The conversation continued for a while, as both were happy. Their beautiful moment was ruined when a guard rushed to them, informing them about the invasion of the Munar pack, known for their brutality.

"How many lives were lost?" The Alpha asked

"Over a hundred armies" the guard replied

"Get the children and old ones to the cave now!!" The Luna ordered. The guard rushed to do as he was told. "How did they succeed in breaking my shield?. I think something is wrong somewhere" she paced around angrily

"Emerald, You should calm down," the Alpha said.

"I can't calm down. I can't" she yelled. There's no way she will calm down. Not with the things happening now. Not with the lives of their pack members in danger. The lives she had safeguarded for some years now.

"Guards!!!" The Alpha called. Four guards rushed forward and kneel. He pointed at one of the guards. "Yel, call me the head guard". The guards left, leaving just three. "Mark, go find the Beta. I've been trying to mind link him but it isn't working. Let him know there is danger and make sure the twins are safe"

Mark bowed. "Yes Alpha"

"Go now!" Mark stood up and left. "Gayle, go to the Beta's house, get his wife and kids to a safe place"

"Yes Alpha". Gayle left and the head guard rushed in

"Alpha, they are getting closer. We can't hold them any longer!!"

The Alpha sighed. "We will have to fight back. Get the armies ready. We are marching to war!!"

"Yes Alpha" the head guard left leaving the last guard kneeling

The Alpha turned to face him. "Miller, take the Luna to a safe place"

"No way. We're going together" Emerald yelled

"Eme love. This fight is a matter of lives and death. You have to stay safe for me and the twins"

"No Sal. You know I can help. The twins will be safe. Your Beta will keep them safe. Let me go with you. Let me guard our pack please" she pleaded

"Eme......."

"Please". He sigh. "I'll keep them distracted while you get the armies ready," she said. Before he could say a word, she vanished into thin air.

"Miller, you know you're my most trusted guard. Take this, go into hiding. Don't show your face. If you see we're losing the battle, go to the Maddox Pack and ask for help. Hand over this to them, they know what to do" He stretched a gold bracelet to him. "Go!!"

"No Alpha. I want to fight side by side with you. I want to guard you with my life"

"Miller, it's a command, go now!!"

Miller had no choice but to leave. "Please be safe Alpha". The Alpha nodded and Miller left. He sigh. It's time to guard and protect his pack

**

The Luna appeared just a few meters away from the border. After some enchantment, she realized the shield was weak. "How could a shield which has guided them for over ten years, suddenly gets weak and harbor their enemies without giving her a sign? Not even a little?" She thought

She could see more of their enemies trooping in, as more lives were been wasted. Being a witch, and a powerful one at that, it wasn't hard for her to strengthen the already weak shield. She succeeded. Having succeeded, she joined in the battle. Swords clashed, throats were slaughtered, lives were wasted. But luck was on their sides. The victory was becoming theirs and they have the hope that they will conquer.

At the end of the battle, they won or so they thought. Having killed so many of their enemies, they sang and danced, jubilating their success. The children and old ones taken to the cave were returned to the pack. It was a happy moment for every member of the park. But their happiness will soon be cut short, as a greater misfortune, which will end not just lives but bring an end to the Silvermoon pack for life is about to befall them!!.

Being tired from jubilation, everyone retired to their various home. The Alpha appointed a few guards to be on the watch, just in case there is another invasion. After making sure everything was intact, the Alpha retired to bed with his Luna and two beautiful twins, Jabal and Jasmine. Every member of the Silvermoon pack slept peacefully with the hope of a better tomorrow. A tomorrow that will never come. A tomorrow that will shed the lives of the Silvermoon pack.

It was a few minutes past midnight when the Munar pack invaded again. This time, they were more careful not to create suspicion. They were also ready, cause they came with brutality. They were ready to put an end to the Silvermoon pack, once and for all.

Malcolm the Alpha of the Munar pack, with the help of the Black witch of Ivory Coast; a witch who was known as the most powerful in the earth witch coven; was able to break through the shield created by Emerald. "Go now Alpha. Silvermoon is all yours" the black witch of ivory coast said

"Rose, are you sure it's safe now?" Malcolm asked

"Trust me, Malcolm, go now. I'll be here guiding you"

He smiled. His dream was about to come true. "Warriors, let's go now!! Kill every soul you see!!" He ordered

"Yes Alpha" they answered

"Be gentle Malcolm. Remember that witch is mine" Rose said

Malcolm nodded. "I'll hand her over to you. That's a promise"

"I wish you well Malcolm. Go!!"

Malcolm marched into the territory, with four hundred warriors. They walked quietly, killing the guards at the gate. Lives were wasted. "You and your army" he whispered, pointing at the Wind warriors' leader. "Go to the right. Fire warriors to the left. Ice warriors go through the stalls. I'll go forward with mine. Remember, end every life you see" he whispered

The warriors nodded in agreement. They separated, according to how their Alpha had ordered. Entering into houses, they ended the lives of those they came in contact with. Both young and old were killed.

**

Emerald sat up abruptly on the bed. She looked around but everything seems normal, yet she felt so strange. She turned to look at her husband who was sleeping peacefully. Why does she feel strange? She thought. She decided to check on her twins. She stood up quietly from the bed. She doesn't want to wake her husband up.

She tiptoed out of the room. Locking the door carefully behind her, she passed through the passage, leading to her twins' room. "Luna" someone whispered

She turned quickly but couldn't see anyone. Maybe she's hallucinating, she thought. She turned back and went into the room. Her twins were sleeping peacefully. She sighs and turned to leave. "Emerald" a faint voice called. She stopped on her spot, wondering who was calling her name. She waited for a while to see if the voice will be heard again. When she heard none, she decided to go back to her room.

She got to the room and made to enter when a guard rushed out, pushing her slightly. "Miller, what's wrong?" She asked

"Th... The Munar pack is back. Most of the pack members are dead" he said. He looked so anxious, like someone in a haste.

"That is strange" she mumbled. The shield wasn't weak. Even if it was, she would have received a sign, she thought. She raised her head to say something but Miller was gone. Gone, right after he gave her the information. She sighs and walked into the room. Everywhere looked scattered. The bed was empty and she couldn't see the Alpha.

The groaning she heard from behind, made her turn. The Alpha was laying on the floor in distress. "Sal!!! Salvador!!" She cried. She ran closer to him and bent down. "Salvador, what happened?"

He coughed out blood. "G....go!! Sa... save yourself and the twins. Go... They will be back soon"

"I can't. I'll save you. I'll that I promise"

He smiled. "Eme, you need to be safe for me and the twins. Go"

"I won't......." The door opened and the Beta rushed him

"What happened? How did it happen?" He asked, rushing towards them

"I....i...I don't know. I don't know. I just came in to meet him this way" Emerald sobbed

"Mar... Marshall, how are your family?" The Alpha asked in distress

"They are fine. They are safe. Just tell me who did this?"

"Mi... Miller. Miller betrayed me"

Marshall sigh. "Let's get you to the healer"

"It's too late Marshall. Go...be safe. I'll be fine. "

"I can't leave you. I can't " Marshall cooed

Emerald stood up. "Marshall, promise me you will take good care of the twins. Promise me they will be safe"

"I promise, I'll make sure you all are safe"

She smiled and pulled off her neck chain. "Take this, it will safeguard you. Go far away from this place. I'll try as much as I can to hold them back"

"I can't leave"

She held his hand. "You have to, please. And keep the chain safe, please. In it is the twins' birthday gift. Give it to them when they are 18"

"I........."

"Remember your promise to keep the twin safe"

Marshall sigh. "Promise me also, that the Alpha will be safe"

"I'll be safe. Go now the twins are in their room" the Alpha answered

Marshall left for the twins' room. He was able to take them out. He went in search of his wife and son. They successfully left the Silvermoon territory but unfortunately, he lost his wife. He was left with the twins and his little son Arden.

**

Emerald couldn't save the life of the Alpha. She watches him die in her arms after she promised him she will be safe. Someone rushed in and she wiped her tears.

"Luna!!!, Luna!!" Someone called from behind

She turned immediately. "Ashley!! What's wrong?" She asked

"It.....it.....it's the........" That was the last thing she heard before she finally slumped to the ground.

Emerald woke up in an empty room, tied to a chair. Everywhere was dark, she had to close her eyes and open them slowly to adjust to the darkness. "Who is here?" She yelled, trying to free herself.

"Relax darling," someone said. She raised her head but could not see anyone. She strained her eyes trying to see who had talked. "It's good to see you again Emerald"

"Show your face!!" Emerald yelled

"Are you so desperate to see my face?"

"If you're strong enough. Then show your face"

Laughter echoed in the room, annoying Emerald the more. "Light on!!". The light came on and she closed her eyes quickly. "Good to see you old friend"

She opened her eyes to see the black witch of the Ivory Coast. She batted her lashes in surprise. "Rose... Ro... Rose?" She called still surprised

Rose dragged a chair and sat down. "Good to see you, Emerald"

She rolled her eyes and groaned. "I should have known"

Rita laughed. "How have you been?"

Emerald hissed. "What do you want?"

"You know what I want"

"I don't know and I don't care to know!!!"

Rita laughed. "You're still as aggressive as you've always been". She stood up from the chair. " You're not ready for our chat. I'll be back"

Emerald clenched her fist as she watched Rita leave. Why didn't she suspect this in the first place? Why didn't she think about the black witch of the ivory coast? Her once best friend, who had turned to her worst enemy. A friend who had betrayed the trust she had in her and had sold her out to the werewolf.

It was the full moon, a sacred time for the werewolves. Also, it is a time for the witches, to choose the new White and Black witches of the Ivory Coast. They are only chosen, once in a hundred years, which made it rare and competitive. It has always been given to the best students of the year. On the day of their passing out, the two best students are made to fight against each other using their skills. Whosoever wins becomes the black witch of Ivory Coast and the second, the white witch of Ivory Coast.

Emerald and Rose were opportune to be among those passing out in a few days. Being known as the best two students, they will be going against each other. Everyone was busy and getting ready for that awesome day. It was on this faithful day, after their usual evening classes that Rose had told Emerald to join her in a stroll.

Emerald felt it was ok to stroll a bit. After all, they've been practicing for weeks. Being best friends, she never saw anything bad strolling with a friend. Not just a friend but a best friend. Although she knew Rita was always filled with mischief, she still trusted her and went out with her.

They walked for a while, chatting until they got to the Mile lines. It was a boundary created by the werewolves and witches, a long time ago after the clash between both parties. The Mile lines were created with the law that, whosoever crosses to the other side is liable to death. And it is known all over the world that werewolves and witches are great enemies.

"We should get back" Emerald cooed and stopped walking

Rita chuckled. "Come on, let's cross the lines"

Emerald froze. "No, you know it's against the law? What if we get caught?"

"We can't trust me. Just follow my lead"

Emerald's breath quickened as she finally agreed to follow her. They successfully crossed the line. Having walked deep into the werewolf territory, Rose rang the alarming bell and disappeared. How she did that still baffles Emerald to date. That was the last time Emerald stepped her feet in the earth witches coven. That was the last time she set her eyes on Rose, who must have known she was no match with her.

Emerald got caught and dragged to the Silvermoon pack. That was how she met her husband who was the Alpha of the pack. Things became worst when they realized she was their future Luna. Although it took them great sacrifice, she was finally accepted.

She furrowed her brows. It's been over seven years now. What does Rose want from her? Why is she after her now?. Those questions kept flooding her mind until she fell asleep.

**

The splash of water on her face woke her up. She looked around to see Rita smiling mischievously at her. Emerald hissed, narrowing her eyes. "What do you want?"

Rita chuckled. "Well, I think I don't need you anymore. I have the book of the witches already"

Emerald rolled her eyes. "What are you talking about?"

"It's none of your business. Just say goodbye to your love ones". Before Emerald could say a word, a sword pierced through her heart as she whined in pain. "In case you don't know why I hate you. It's before you're the one to bring an end to black magic"

"Wh......wh" Rose pushed the sword deeper until she gave up the ghost. After making sure she wasn't alive, Rose asked for the body to be disposed of. Although her body was disposed of, it got missing, a few hours later and no one could say what happened.

**

Marshall returned with the twins and his son to see if the Alpha and his Luna were alive but was met with isolation. Everywhere was quiet, and no one would have believed that the once beautiful and lively Silvermoon pack could be rendered useless. Lots of lives were lost. And It's going to be a day to remember, for every soul that was able to escape. Afraid that he might be in danger, Marshall flew to the human territory and vowed never to let anyone know his real identity, nor that of the twins.