{ "Maya"}
Coming back to school and seeing the same familiar faces, I am excited for this session. At least it feels good to be out of my cage for some time.
Yeah my cage, that is my home, a very dangerous place for me that consist of torture and humiliation.
As a rogue taken in by my new pack "the Silvermoon", I became a slave. My job is to serve and be out of sight but no one loses the opportunity to beat and kick the hell out of me. I am a werewolf with an Alpha blood, but my parents were killed during an attack on my pack and the rest of us went rogue.
I found myself here and have learnt to hide my Alpha trait. You see when you are a rogue, it doesn't matter what your wolf is. you can easily be killed by any pack who finds you, we werewolves are stronger when we are connected in our packs but when scattered, we lose our connection and grow weak.
The day I almost got killed by my new Alpha, I was saved by his mother who pleaded on my behalf so I was turned to a slave instead. Also, when I got accepted into this academy after applying on scholarship without the knowledge of the Alpha, they were furious that I almost lost my wolf to the beating I received but thanks to his mother again, I was saved and given the opportunity to accept the scholarship.
She's my saviour, although I don't know why she helps me but am grateful and owe my life to her. This place may be my school but it means more to me. My heaven and I feel safe here. At least no one cares about my existence, I do whatever I want and I train with the others since I am not allowed to train in the pack house. It helps me strengthen my wolf.
Walking into my dorm, I inhaled the musty scent of the room, which also has a lingering scent of Ava's and mine. The whole place looked alot different as I noticed some furnitures were replaced with new ones. The two twin beds opposite each other, were no longer tiny like before. I and Ava shared a study table but now I could see two study tables, one directly at my bed corner, the other at Avas. The Wardrop was even bigger this time and the room colour changed from just creame to a mixture of red. I wasn't surprised since the school did this at the beginning of every session. Just this time, it seemed they went out of their way to fully renovate. The castle is full of luxury in a vintage theme and even commoners like me get to live comfortably. Since I am on a full-time scholarship, everything I need is covered by the school.
Getting into the bloodmoon academy, you will have to be smart, strong and influential because it is a school for the elites. We the very few commoners on scholarship here are really lucky. Population here consists of all different beings since the king made it compulsory just so we can all learn to live and interact together even though we avoid stepping into others' territory. He also made sure everyone here is treated equally once you earn it. For someone whom everyone believes to be ruthless, I do have a different impression.
Glancing around the room, I set my box down, getting more comfortable and soon started to unpack my things. The wardrobe was already demarcated this time, and I was glad I wouldn't be having issues with Ava on space this session. I gradually arranged my things at my own side and when finished, I strolled to the bathroom, took a shower and prepared for the gathering at the grand hall. The king is coming today to address the new students and it's his first time here. I haven't met him before but from what I have heard, nobody beholds him and remains the same or does not want to be his, both male and female. I heard he looks like a Greek god, and his aura is very dangerous yet captivating. Anyway, it's no good for me to pay attention to such things, I am just happy being back here.
Quickly putting on my open year uniform, a checked red and navy blue above the knee length flared skirt and a white long sleeve shirt with a navy blue blazer, black shoes and black stockings, I pulled my hair into a ponytail, picking up my black wallet and striding to the door to exit the room but the door cracked open and my roomie walked in, "Ava".
"Hey you roomie", she screams, giving me a tight hug.
"Ava you are late", I scolded while she made a funny face causing me to break into laughter. Ava can be very funny when she wants to be.
"Sorry roomie, my brother delayed me, I had to wait for him while he was having sex with two redheads. He can be soo annoying", she rolled her eyes while I giggled.
"Well isn't that what you rich kids do? put your things down let's leave, we are already late for the gathering" I helped her put down her overloaded expensive boxes and dragged her out of the room hurrying into the long corridors and making our way to the grand hall.
"I can't wait to see him," she let's out.
"Who is him?" I asked.
"The king of course." I chuckled, keeping my mouth shut. Ava has been obsessed with the king, according to her, she had seen him once in a ball and since then I keep hearing about him. Getting tired of having that conversation.
"Ain't you excited to see him?" She asked, I still kept quiet, walking faster and dragging her along. The king might be what she's interested in now and I don't blame her. As for me, I just want to get to the hall before the main door closes because I don't want to face any punishment for being late. It's way too early for that for me and I have to always safeguard my scholarship.
"Why are you ignoring me?"
she whined, pulling her hand away from me, causing me to halt my movement. I glanced back at her, almost getting upset at her spoiled bratty attitude.
"Look Ava we are late, let's continue this discussion when we get to the hall." I explained, taking her hand again and running this time toward the hall, which I was able to see from where we were.
Rushing in as the door was almost getting closed. I exhale thanking the moon goddess I made it. Ava released her hand breathing sharply.
"Hello, students," our attention snapped towards the mini stage as one of the professors invited the chancellor to the stage.
I made my way to sit while paying more attention to my surroundings, the place is grander than before, with different kinds of food. Appetisers and desserts was spread on the long table and seats, arranged schematically in ranks, making the whole place look wonderful.
I searched for my kind 'werewolves' as Ava followed behind, she's a werewolf too from the bloodmoon pack but they are the richest, most powerful and largest pack among the wolf packs and the king's main base here in the world. Soon I found my seat with my name written on a napkin on the table. Settling in, Ava strolled further up to her rank after leaving a peck on my chicks.
I tried getting comfortable as I feel eyes staring daggers at me. I didn't care since I was used to their disgusting stares. They hate the fact I am here with them, being their pack slave but it's very unfortunate they can't do anything to me. Ignoring them, I pay attention to what was happening on stage as the chancellor already walked in to speak.
"Hello, students! Welcome back and to the new students, we are happy to have you join us. The Bloodmoon Academy is the place for the best, the smartest and for the strong. We do not accommodate weakness, dirtiness and laziness, we seek diligence, professionalism and hard work. You all are here now and it is time to prove yourselves. We will do our best to provide your needs and support your dreams but before we go on, let us invite the king to speak to us."
The whole hall echoed in loud claps as everybody turned, watching the main door open. Guards in navy blue and white royal uniform with knight swords walked in, I can count they are eight in number, followed by men in black suits with faces looking very serious. I could see their headphones too, their right hands were placed above their suit trousers holding on to something I know to be a mystic gun.
Mystic guns are only owned by the king's personal warriors, it was built with the king's blood and can kill any creature. I heard the warriors follow him everywhere he goes and are only six in number.
Behind them walked in a very beautiful stunning lady, tall, curvy and classy, her body carriage was hypnotising as she dazzled in a red stunning body-hugging long dress with a slit up above her hips. The dress was just meant for her body and she accessorised it with gold high heel stilettos. Her hair was adorned neatly, tied down above her neck, with a diamond spackling earring, dangling down her shoulder and a multicoloured sparkling clutch in her hand.
She walked together with the Bloodmoon Alpha and then coming behind them was a very tall charming, oh wait he's not just charming, gosh I started gawking as he made his way to the stage while eyes were still transfixed on him. His aura was dark indeed, powerful but yet I felt this strange peace. I have heard the king's aura can change at any time depending on where he is and how he wanted to be perceived at that time.
Oh, my moon goddess, his pale soft looking skin was shining like the stars with his face looking like the work of art. His eyebrows were carved to perfection and though he was far from me, it was easy to tell he had long lashes because they were visibly full. His eyeballs sparkled in honey brown, with his lips slightly pink and full. He was indeed the epitome of a greek god. His jawline was sharp and well defined with his suit neatly adorned to fit his perfect toned body. I admired him walk with full confidence and majesty that it dawned on me why Ava couldn't forget him.
"Mmmm," he spoke into the microphone, causing me to snap out of my trance, realising he was already on stage. I tried sitting properly to see him clearly but there was a weird feeling of butterflies beneath my abdomen.
Get a hold of yourself Maya. Ignoring what was throbbing beneath my legs and concentrating on his speech, I lost it again by the sound of his smooth and deep voice with his face so emotionless. After his address to the students, he gave a cut nod and exited the stage to his royal seat which was designed in Gold, sitting with legs crossed, as one hand laid against the seat handle while the other on his jaw. I noticed his eyes were now taking in his surrounding and when they landed on me, it went off immediately like it was never there, causing me to feel a little disappointed.
'Stop dreaming Maya' I scolded myself, turning my attention back to the stage since It was now time to award the students who did very well in the last session. The hall was so quiet that you could hear the heartbeat of others since everyone was been careful not to draw the king's anger or attention. His dark aura was already too much to handle.
"Maya Colton" I heard my name and for a minute, that fear in me was replaced with pride, feeling excited to have won this award again as all eyes landed on me. This is my second year and I am proud of what I have achieved so far except.....
"Maya" the chancellor called again bringing me back to reality.
"Yes Chancellor"
"Come forward".
NEXT CHAPTER...