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.”

still

The

fight to have us executed.”

we’re safe. We’ll be in

bed with a 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

with their laptops and loads of food and snacks in their hands. I blinked once before

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

plates and utensils from her bags. “Zainab and Cleo made some chicken biryani

spices and chicken instantly made my mouth water. I love

thought you’re supposed

bottle. “But it doesn’t mean I can’t be with you until then!”

giving me a sympathetic look. “We want to lessen the burden as much as possible.” She grabbed my hands

people like a book and guess things about people

dish. The first bite melted in my mouth, and I involuntarily let out

make this.”

“Food makes the world

agreed, wanting in as much training as possible. With my powers under control, I could focus better. I didn’t like the fact that Phoebe could detect the fluctuation in them because of

through the air in my bedroom, and soda bottles and cups littered the floor. It was a fun time where all of us bonded

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Encroachment

that the rest of the day continued like that. But, once Alpha Anthony mind–linked me, my heart

“They’re here.”

Neron

packs for the upcoming years. Garnet Moon is a formidable pack, and their requests for alliances from other

does not mean I was not

change things. And I can only hope it’s

in 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 its openness

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

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

twitched at the reference of Odessa as our Luna. Since the top three ranking wolves were 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 breath of relief to get away from Odessa, even if it is

must listen to her complain about her hair one

Alpha Anthony, if that’s what you’re looking for.” I give my friend a pointed. look. “Odessa can handle