Untouchable by Marii Solaria

Chapter 30 – The Encroachment

“Choices made, whether bad or good, follow you forever and affect everyone in their path one way or another.” J.E.B. Spredemann

Kiya

Music played on my phone, filling my ears with notes of tranquility and pleasure. The eloquent tune of piano and violin playing in a harmonious, melodious tune. The magic of classical music is an antidote to my anger, its substantial power pushes the anger and darkness back where it belongs. It brings me back to the grips of reality, reminding me I am stronger. To not let my anger control me.

I control it.

Anthony was r

right. I’m still healing, and controlling my fury is part of the process. I must process it for my sake. I will not let Zircon Moon take control of my emotions or my sanity. I’ve come too far to let that all go to waste.

I called Mayra to schedule an appointment for tomorrow afternoon. I want to get this out of my system as soon as possible. It’s the only thing I could do. That and disguise my scent for the time Neron and his crew are here.

Thank Goddess for Sapphire’s Anti Spray. When the time comes for me to use it, it will make sure no one at Zircon can sniff me out.

If they do, then I’m dead. And it won’t be by choice this time.

Today is the day Neron and other ranked werewolves arrive on the territory, and my anxiety has never been higher. They were to arrive within the next hour.

My stomach twisted and turned like it is making cartwheels on top of my intestines. My pounding heart didn’t respond to my breathing exercises, and I couldn’t stop sweating. Moving from my crossed–legged position on my bed wasn’t possible because I couldn’t move.

I couldn’t stomach breakfast this morning. All I could think about is how those monsters could waltz into my home at any moment, so I skipped. Since then, I didn’t leave my room. Hiding is all I could do to keep myself safe and to keep my identity a secret. To make sure no one from that pack knew I’ve been alive all this time.

I took great care to spray the Anti–Spray more generously on myself and around my room. If Neron tracks my scent and finds me, who knows what would happen? Mates could find each other with a simple sniff, even if they were ex–mates. He is older, stronger, and no doubt more strategic with his beatings. He could kill me this time around. The faint memory of his gigantic hands around my neck haunted my nightmares.

And those eyes. Those blue eyes that flickered to black. The beast had come out to play and I was his chew

toy.

“He won’t find us,” Artemis reassured me. “He will not take us back to that dreadful place. We’re protected by our pack and our friends, and they will fight for us.”

use his Alpha authority to take me back. I’m still a criminal of the pack and

The

have us

“But we’re safe. We’ll be in your room until they leave. We’ve taken every precaution possible. The only thing we

slight bounce. I hated hiding. I, normally, would not have a problem confronting my challenges, I did it with training, magic, school, classes, and everything else in between. But this problem I couldn’t

opening to see Sapphire, Phoebe, and Olivia with their laptops and loads of food and snacks in their hands.

chips for emphasis. I giggled, allowing the girls into my room. She instantly plopped on my bed while the other two took their

pulled out plates and utensils from her bags.

made my mouth water. I love them so much more already! Chicken biryani

eyes dart to Olivia. “I thought you’re supposed to be with Dwayne

nodded, grabbing a juice bottle. “But it doesn’t mean I can’t be with you until

tough time,” Phoebe whispered, her abnormal purple eyes giving me a sympathetic look. “We want to lessen the burden as much as possible.” She grabbed my hands and pulled me down to the floor. “You’re feeling

people without knowing them. Her life hasn’t been easy as a witch, but

my chicken dish. The first bite melted in my mouth,

to make this.”

shoulder. “Food makes the

With my powers under control, I could focus better. I

badly made erotic movie, criticizing the acting but praising the soundtrack. Our laughter and snorts echoed through the air in my bedroom, and soda bottles and cups littered the floor. It was a fun time where all of

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Encroachment

day continued like that. But, once Alpha Anthony mind–linked me,

“They’re here.”

Neron

a five–hour drive from Zircon territory to Garnet territory. I’ve discussed with Alpha Anthony on the phone about forming an alliance that would help both our packs for the upcoming years. Garnet Moon is a formidable pack, and their requests for alliances from other packs were nothing short of plethoric. However, given the history

mean I

and I can change things. And I can only hope it’s for

blurs. One could tell a lot about a pack by the abundance of a certain tree that guards their territory. Redwood trees symbolize wellness, safety, and longevity. Garnet Moon is known for

Gambel Oak trees. Oak is universally symbolic of strength and morale. We are a powerful pack, but lately, I

In the car with me were my Beta and Gamma, while one of my honored guards, Tristan, is our driver. “What’s on your mind, Nero? Rather be

out for the day, our work was temporarily passed to our women. Well, mostly Beta Female Raina, since she had more competence than her best friend. And honestly? It is a

must listen to her complain about her hair one more time, I’ll flip my desk.

you’re looking for.” I give my friend