The Mating Run by Leeka

In His Eyes: Normal

Zeke’s POV

From that point on, everything seemed to blend together in a fuzzy haze.

We were startled by the deafening roar of the helicopters as they swooped down from the sky, cutting through the air with precision. Watching them land on the forest floor, a rush of apprehension and hope flooded over me, their blades sending clouds of dust and debris swirling into the air.

With a twinkle in her eyes, Alina’s face lit up with joyous anticipation.

“They’re here,” Her voice escaped in an exclamation, a perfect blend of excitement and disbelief. When she turned to face me, I could feel the gentle touch of her fingers as they grazed mine. “We’re getting out, Zeke.”

I squeezed her hand tightly, feeling a surge of excitement rushing through me.

“Yeah.”

Despite the helicopters descending from the sky, an unsettling sensation persisted within the depths of my being.

Led by people dressed in black suits, we were boarded onto the ship, our weary forms trembling with both exhaustion and anticipation. Given his status as the Alpha’s son, Victor received special treatment, with everyone escorting him and treating him with deference befitting his position. The sight stirred up a bitter feeling inside me, but I forced myself to disregard it, concentrating instead on the tantalizing possibility of liberation that awaited us.

Upon boarding the awaiting helicopters and bidding farewell to the forest that had held us captive, a complex mixture of emotions engulfed me. The thunderous noise of the engines overpowered every other sound, enveloping my ears with an overwhelming symphony that appeared to silence, my thoughts.

As we stepped inside, we were immediately embraced by a feeling of warmth and comfort, creating a sharp contrast to the cold and darkness that had engulfed us during our time in the forest. We were provided with sustenance in the form of food and water, which were greatly appreciated by our parched throats after enduring days of deprivation.

I observed Ettie and Alina snuggling up to each other, their bodies closely intertwined to seek both warmth and consolation. Their breathing was slow and steady, the rhythmic rise and fall of their chests a soothing lullaby amidst the chaos and uncertainty that surrounded us. I settled back in my seat, feeling a wave of exhaustion wash over me like a tidal wave. The events of the past few days have. had a profound effect on me, both physically and emotionally, and I wholeheartedly embraced the opportunity for rest that the helicopter provided.

Outside, the scenery whizzed by in a blur of green and blue, the world rushing past in a dizzying whirlwind of motion and color. I observed silently as the scenery transformed before my eyes, with the recognizable features of the forest gradually receding into the distance as our altitude increased.

The lights of civilization, resembling twinkling stars in the night sky, were visible in the distance. However, despite my optimistic outlook for the future, a persistent sense of unease lingered in my thoughts. The path that lies ahead will be extensive and filled with peril, and the marks of our hardships will endure long after we have departed from the forest.

Startled awake, my heart thudded loudly in my chest as I struggled to adjust to the dimly lit helicopter cabin. The stiffness of my limbs was a stark reminder of the long and arduous journey we had undertaken, as my muscles protested when I shifted in my seat.

Before me stood a man in a black suit, his stern expression leaving no room for negotiation as he gestured for me to come along. As I stumbled to my feet, my head spun with weariness, and I reluctantly followed him out of the helicopter, squinting against the blinding sunlight.

The intense brightness of the sun was overwhelming, causing me to squint and wince as its harsh glare pierced through my eyelids. Shielding my face with my hand, I could feel the intense brightness of the light throbbing in my head, making it

to comprehend my surroundings.

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to the chest we were back in Council Hall, the seat of the Alpha’s power and authority. The weight of our situation pressed down on me like a suffocating blanket as I realized the implications of our

“Please, follow me.”

strong smell of disinfectant filled the room, mixing with the barely noticeable scent of unease that wafted through the air. My eyes frantically scanned the room, on high alert for any indication of peril, yet all that met my gaze were rows of vacant seats and murmurs

by the absence of cameras or paparazzi, allowing us some much–needed privacy. It was a relief, yet there was an underlying sense of

secret for now,” The man in the suit explained, “A

lightning speed, but he swiftly led us into separate examination rooms, with a medical professional assigned to each of us. Alina’s eyes met mine

tarp walls. I took a seat on the examination table, feeling the coolness against the back of my legs. Nervously, I balled my hands into fists, anticipating the doctor’s arrival. The room was enveloped in a suffocating silence, disrupted only by intermittent beeps of medical equipment and faint murmurs of

began assessing the extent of my

the bruises and cuts that covered my body,

like you took quite a beating out there,” The nurse’s voice, laced with a mix of boredom and seriousness, was dryly remarked. “This won’t heal as fast as

should.”

you’d say that,” I replied, my words laced with a bitter undertone. “But we’re lucky to be

We’ll get you patched up in no time.”

bandaged my wounds, I became acutely aware of my own vulnerability. I could feel the weight of the past few days on my shoulders, my body aching and my energy depleted, as

tending to my injuries, she took a step

contagious as she spoke those words. “You should

in the day. Exiting the examination room, I was immediately struck by the anxious

“Are you okay?”

with concern, Alina asked, her

cheerfulness as I attempted to hide my true feelings. The worry on her face disappeared only when I did.

agreement, her face reflecting a

a

in a black suit, I asked, my voice

curiosity.

“Where’s Victor?”

wasn’t really in the mood to be ignored, especially by one of the Alpha’s goons who brushed me off like an insignificant speck. Just as anger started to consume me, Alina’s frustrated voice cut through the tension as

forward.

Victor?” Her demand was laced with desperation, her tone on the edge. “We asked you a question, Sir.”

speak. I strained to catch his words, but they came out as garbled whispers, making it impossible to decipher. As I waited for his

“Follow me.”