The Luna’s Pure Heart – Chapter 8

(Eleanor pov)

Two days had passed and after going through the plan for the sixth time, we knew tonight had to be the night.

I’ve been so stressed out and overwhelmed with everything I almost forgot tomorrow was my birthday. We decided to leave in the middle of the night. I should get my wolf and be able to shift so we were counting on that. Zack spoke to his cousin Freddy the warrior and knew they would be acting the following night. So it was now or never, we had to do this.

I was prepping lunch by cutting up some cooked chicken breast for the chicken salad we would be serving.

Suddenly Zack walked up next to me, placing his hand on my lower back and leaning against the counter. The action caused my heart to flutter from his contact.

‘How you holding up?’

He linked in a gentle tone. I glanced over at him, smiling softly as I shrugged my shoulders.

‘Probably the same as you guys…I just feel nervous. What if I can’t shift?”

I bit my lower l*p anxiously, glancing down at the cutting board as Zack took the knife out of my hand gently and placed it on the counter.

He wrapped his hand around my arm, turning me to face him as his hands rose and cupped my cheeks. His eyes gazed into my own as I swallowed hard.

‘No matter what happens, we are going to get out of this place. Our future will be so bright Elle, we will finally be able to live..’

He linked me while his thumb gently brushed against my cheek. I fluttered my eyes closed, relishing his warm touch as I nodded my head softly.

I opened my eyes quickly, realizing we were the only ones in the kitchen now which was rare. Zack leaned down, his light green eyes piercing mine as he exhaled slowly.

“Can I k**s you?”

He whispered gently, his warm breath tickling my skin.

Looking up at him, I realized he was mere inches away from me. My nerves crashed into me, causing my stomach to dance as I nodded my head yes. Letting my eyelids fall closed, his hands held my head gently in place. Zack slowly bent down, our lips pressing together delicately as his touch made my heart race. My knees grew weak as if they might buckle beneath me any second as our lips brushed together. The warmth from his gentle caress filled me to my core as butterflies fluttered inside of my stomach.

I had no idea what I was doing but I didn’t care because this felt right..it felt absolutely perfect. After pulling his lips from mine, a soft gasp left me. His touch was so sweet and tender, I felt as if I might just float away.

Opening my eyes I saw him studying my face, his gaze burning brightly as a soft smile pulled at his lips.

“You are so beautiful.” He breathed, bending forward once again, placing another delicate k**s on my lips. His sweet touch caused my head to feel lighter as I blinked my eyes in surprise. That’s when the embarrassment hit me. I covered my face, trying to hold in the giggle that wanted to explode from my lips, and pressed my face into Zack’s chest. He chuckled softly, bringing his hands to my back and pulling me closer.

“You are unlike any girl I have ever met Elle.” He whispered happily, placing a gentle k**s on the top of my head.

I peered up at him, pulling my hands away slightly as I couldn’t help the huge grin that filled my face.

“I have been wanting to do that for the longest time.” I admitted bravely, surprised by my own confession.

He looked down at me, his mouth opening to speak when someone burst into the kitchen, making us both jump back.

Looking over, I fought the urge to curse under my breath. Great…it was none other than the a*****e himself, Malcolm Prescott.

“Well, well..look what we have here.” Malcolm said angrily, his hands clenched into fists as he stood in the doorway. His chest heaved as he looked between us.

‘Get behind me Elle.’

Zack linked quickly, reaching out and grabbing my hand.

I went to move and Malcolm raised his arm, pointing his finger at me.

“You don’t f*****g move.” He seethed through clenched teeth.

‘I told you Eleanor, you are going to be mine.’

Malcolm linked me, causing a shiver to run down my spine as I quickly slammed his link closed. Not wanting to hear him in my head. That might of been a mistake because he looked even more pissed off now.

“Is there something you need Beta Malcolm?” Zack asked firmly, his grip on my hand tightening as he stepped in front of me protectively.

I looked at Malcolm’s eyes flashed, his anger growing by the second as he eyed Zack’s hand in my own.

“Step away from her now.” He commanded, using his Beta voice, causing me to swallow hard as I watched Zack lower his head and reluctantly step aside. His fingers slipped from mine as shame filled him from giving in to the betas command.

Zack stood by the counter, his gaze lowered to the floor as his hands balled into tight fists as they began to visibly shake.

‘Run Elle, go to the basement.’

Zack linked quickly, trying so hard to fight against the Beta’s orders.

It was impossible, especially for our rank as omegas. If they used their powers to direct us, we have to follow through. They were our superiors and there was a chain of command. Our wolves and powers are too weak to resist and our wolves forced us to listen.

‘I’m not going to leave you here alone with him Zack. I refuse to.’

I swiftly linked back and watched as Malcolm sauntered towards me.

His hand reached out and gripped the back of my neck as he towered over me. His brown hair was pulled up into a ponytail and the tattoos on his neck peaked out from beneath the collar of his long sleeve shirt.

“I was going to wait until tomorrow to tell you, considering it is your birthday and all.” He reached his other hand up, his index finger gliding across my cheek as a low growl rumbled from behind him. How the hell did he know it was my birthday? Surprisingly that shocked me more than anything.

Zack watched in horror, his teeth baring as Malcolm just looked at him, scoffing.

“Don’t tell me you slept with this guy Eleanor. I can eventually forgive you but it will take a lot of time begging on your knees.” He said arrogantly, snarling at Zack and causing him to flinch.

Malcolm’s deep green eyes turned dark, making my stomach drop as he gripped my kneck tighter, shaking me forcefully.

“Did you? Did you f**k him, Eleanor?” He growled, his sharp teeth protruding as he searched my face wildly.

“No.” I said vehemently, shaking my head in fear, more for Zack than myself. I needed to act submissive and do whatever he said because one wrong word and Zack will be the one punished.

“Good girl..” He whispered, his hand loosening on my neck as relief filled his eyes.

“Anyway, before we were so rudely interrupted I had something I wanted to tell you.” His face pulled into the most wicked smirk I have ever seen.

“Tomorrow there are a few crucial events that will be taking place. For the good of the pack of course.” He added seriously, making it very hard for me not to roll my eyes or scoff.

“A few of our…unessentials you might say…will be removed from the pack to help us thrive..well, sadly my sweet Eleanor, you were on that list.” He frowned mockingly, making my anger rise as it was hard not to punch him straight in his smug face.

“This is where the good part comes in.” He smiled, glancing at Zack. I knew for a fact whatever he was about to say would in fact not be good..it was going to be absolutely horrible.

“I convinced the Alpha to let me bid for you to stay.” He added, surprising me as I blinked my eyes and glanced over toward Zack, who looked just as equally shocked.

“Don’t look at him, look at me.” Malcolm snarled, forcing my head back towards him. I met his gaze, trying to keep my s**t together and understand exactly what was going on.

“So Eleanor, I paid for you, giving the money to the Alpha that he would have gotten from selling you…do you know what that means?” Malcolm’s face lit up, pure excitement filling him and that’s when it hit me..oh goddess no…

“You are mine Eleanor Winters. To do with whatever I please.” He grinned from ear to ear, causing my stomach to turn as I felt like the world was slipping out from under me.

‘Elle, the plan is still in place. We are leaving tonight..like hell I will let this bastard have you.’

Zack linked into my mind, causing me to swallow hard as Malcolm’s face turned sinister right before my eyes.

His finger traced my jaw and settled on my lips.

“You don’t even know how many years I have been wanting this..how many nights I have dreamed of having you at my whim.” He leaned forward, yanking my neck towards him as he bent down, forcing his mouth against mine. His tongue shoved its way inside of me as he explored my mouth ruthlessly. My stomach turned, bile hitting the back of my throat as a desperate whimper left me.

Suddenly my legs acted on their own, rising forcefully as I slammed my knee right into his junk. He cried out, gripping between his legs, and stumbled back. I quickly gripped Zack’s hand, pulling him towards the hall as we ran to the basement.

“You can’t hide from me, Eleanor! You belong to me now and I can’t wait to punish you for this!” He yelled out, his voice strained as a low grunt left him.

My heart was beating out of my chest, as Zack ran ahead, bringing us to the basement and shutting the door swiftly. His arms pulled me into him as he held me tightly.

“I’m so sorry..” he gasped, anguish filling him as I gripped his shirt in my hands.

“It’s okay..it’s all okay.” He whispered, holding me close to him as I nodded my head.

“Are you okay?” I asked carefully, pulling back and looking up at his distressed face. I could see he felt ashamed, that Malcolm had so much power over him.

“I just can’t wait until we get out of here. Then I can protect you, Elle…I will never let something like that happen again. I won’t let it.” He growled, his brow furrowed as he rested against my own, looking deeply into my turquoise eyes as I reached my hand up, cupping his face gently.

“I know, we will be free soon enough.” I whispered, caressing his cheek gently.

Tonight will be the most stressful night of my life, not only will I shift for the first time…but I will have to do it and then proceed to run for my life. I just hoped my wolf will truly come…if not I don’t know how I will survive this.