The Wolf Within Me
Chapter 31:

In lockup

In Brooke’s head: I was right from the start. She was one of them. Did Kiani kill Lucas? Well, now you've got what you deserved. (in Rocco’s lock up)

Billie Jean: “You tried to kill me, only to spare me and then save my life later. Why? Don't give me the silent treatment. I've perfected the silent treatment. All you can do is talk. Fine. Why do I scent a wolf? I should’ve let them kill you. You're useless.”

Embry: “Sending you won't make me talk.”

Billie Jean: “You're talking now.”

Embry: “You should kill me. Before I burn this whole place down. I can finish what I started. I won't hesitate to kill you next time.”

Billie Jean: “Why did you hesitate? I knew you were a coward. Too scared to tell me?”

Embry: “Let me out these chains and I'll kill you. We'll see who's the coward.”

Billie Jean: “I don't think you would. Something stopped you. I saw it in your eyes. All I want to know is what stopped you. I didn't want you dead. Why didn't my wolf want to kill you? I was only defending myself. I could’ve killed you if my wolf didn't stop me. You're not the only one that's confused.”

Embry: “I don't care about your wolf's feelings. I'm not confused. Your kind needs to be wiped out. You're all untamed beasts that need to be put down. I won't rest until all the wolf shifters are dead. It's what I was born to do. You're not getting nothing from me, mutt. I won't be saving you again.”

In Billie Jean’s head: I hate what was pouring out of his mouth towards me, my kind, maybe even his. There's no mistaking his wolf scent. My wolf feels hurt.”

Billie Jean: “I can tell you've been brainwashed. So I'll forgive this once for calling me a mutt. It must be hard for you to save a wolf-shifter even though I believe we're the same kind. It must be even harder for you.”

Embry: “I rejected that part of me. I would rather die.”

Billie Jean: “You rejected your wolf?”

Embry: “I’m a Mystic Hunter.”

Billie Jean: “I'm sorry?!”

Embry: “Why the hell do you feel sorry for me?”

Billie Jean: “Not you. I feel sorry for your wolf. You haven't entirely rejected him. I felt him. He's what stopped you from killing me.”

Embry: “I only use his skills. It's all he's good for. (Billie Jean touches Embry’s face)”

Billie Jean: “I'm sorry, wolf. One day he'll let you out. You're gonna tell me where your friend that nearly killed me, took my cousin. Or I'll break every bone in your body!”

Embry: “I'd like to see you try, coward. (in the garden)”

Maia: “Nia, you’re here.”

Nia: “What do you mean Kiani has been taken? Tell me what happened?”

Maia: “You should come inside. For Kiani’s sake. (Rocco’s office)”

Rocco: “That gives me NOTHING Billie. I need to know where Kiani is NOW!”

Billie Jean: “It tells us that Embry is a wolf shifter.”

Rocco: “But he has magic. How can this Embry be a wolf shifter as well?”

Billie Jean: “I know it's not heard of but, he's both. A wolf shifter and a Mystic Hunter. He uses his wolf abilities but he's never shifted or knows what it is to be a wolf shifter. He hates us, to be precise. Brainwashed. The mysterious organization must have done this to him. Taken from birth. He had to be born a wolf shifter.”

Rocco: “What? As a bonus, he got fire magic.”

Billie Jean: “Yes, possibly raised to be a Mystic Hunter. But now I’m just speculating.”

Rocco: “He only talked to you.”

Billie Jean: “I don't know why. But he seems confused even though he’d never admit it. I think he's curious about wolf shifters. But he hides it behind his hate.”

Rocco: “Keep talking to him. He can lead us to Kiani. Even seduce him for all I care. I don't fuckingcare what mixed hybrid he is, I want to replace my mate.”

Billie Jean: “Seduce him?”

Rocco: “Why do you think he saved your life, Billie Jean?”

Kylo: “Rocco, my cousin will not be seducing the enemy.”

Rocco: “What else do you suggest, Kylo? I can give him pain like he never experienced. But he’d rather die than tell us anything. This might be the other way. I’ll do anything to get my Kiani back.”

Kylo: “You need to keep your wolf under control. I know what you’re going through-”

Rocco: “NO ONE KNOWS!”

Kylo: “We need you, Rocco, right now. Not your wolf. We’ll get Kiani back. And I'm very sorry about your sister.”

Billie Jean: “I'll keep talking to him. You’ll get Kiani back. River will be fine as well.”

Kylo: “Do you think Fang is connected to all of this?”

Rocco: “I wouldn't put it past him.”

Kylo: “How’s Kiani? Can you feel her?”

Rocco: “She's still alive. That's all that matters.”

Asher: “Kylo. The police are here.”

Rocco: “What the hell are they doing back here?”

Asher: “Looks like the whole police squad is here.”

Rocco: “This is not the time.”

Kylo: “It's my uncle's fault. I can handle this.”

Rocco: “Thank you, but it will just cause more suspicion. (in the woods)”

In Billie Jean’s head: I have to make him tell me. But to seduce him. Me? It's insane.

Billie Jean: “He’s insane! (Fate following Billie Jean)”

In Fate’s head: Where are you keeping Embry?! I swear that's the wolf he saved. He's never been swayed by his kind before. He better not betray me. After all, we've been through together. (the Hawethrone’s lockup)

In Kiani’s head: Where am I?

Kiani: “WINTER! (Winter laughs)”

Winter: “Well well well, how the mighty have fallen. Look how much more wolf you've become. You come a long way from being completely naive. To be Rocco’s Luna!”

Kiani: “You betrayed your own pack. For what? A mate that doesn't even want you. A mate that wasn't even yours from the start.”

Winter: “No Kiani. I deserve to be a Luna. I meant to be an alpha female. Which is what I am now. In my rightful place. I've never pushed to the side.”

Kiani: “So not even for love. Just for power. Power can easily come and go. Too much power is what can get you killed. You think I'm naive? You're the one that's naive.”

Winter: “I think if you're dead Rocco will be heartbroken. Let's see how deeply he cares about you then, shall we?”

Kiani: “I'm not so easy to kill. I thought you would’ve learned that by now. When you shot Rocco. I promised myself I would replace you and kill you. Now here you are. When I get out of here, I'm coming for you.”

Winter: “There's no time for games, Kiani. How’s Rocco? Recovered from his wounds? Come to think of it, he should be dead. You must be a strong healer Kiani. I do believe my friends let's experiment with you. Healing abilities can be beneficial.”

Kiani: “You’re working with the Mystic Hunters!”

Winter: “You have no idea how much worse this will get for you, and your pack. This is just the beginning. It's a shame. I wanted to be the one to kill you. But my friends have other plans for you. I will always win, Kiani! (Winter leaves)”

Kiani: “WINTER! (back at the Darkwood Manor in the garden)

Rocco: “How long are you going to be here?”

Officer Carrie: “Until we replace what we came for Mr. Darkwood.”

Rocco: “I said I had nothing to hide.”

Officer Carrie: “I seriously doubt that. But we'll see.”

In Rocco’s head: This is going to make things hard.

Officer Carrie: “We're concerned that there are wolves in your area.”

Rocco: “You have to be joking with me.”

Officer Carrie: “I'm being serious, Mr. Darkwood. We think Lucas was killed by one.”

Rocco: “Why do I feel like you're accusing me? You have police watching my place.”

Officer Carrie: “Have you ever heard of wolf shifters?”

In Rocco’s head: What the hell?

Officer Carrie: “We're very curious about you, Rocco Darkwood.”

Rocco: “Did you hear this from the Hawthorne’s?”

Officer Carrie: “That's not your concern. (in the Hawthrone’s lockup)”

In Kiani’s head: My wolf hates to be caged in. I'm not entirely in control of her. She's in full protection mode. I only had the strength to stop her from shifting. I wouldn't be able to think then. Think about how to get out of here. It would only put us in more danger. I've never felt Rocco so anxious and furious. I wish I could comfort him but I don't want my emotions to overwhelm him. For him to replace me, his head must be clear. I won't leave Rocco. He needs me and I need him. So I don't know how, but I'm getting out of this alive. My wolf snarls with agreement. That's all I need.

Kiani: “Who are you?”

Mrs. Hawthorne: “Your eyes glow. Does that mean your wolf is close to the surface?”

Kiani: “Oh she’s close alright.”

Mrs. Hawthorne: “Ahh yes, I thought so. I heard you can heal. What a fantastic gift that you have. Especially when you're a beast.”

Kiani: “What do you want from me?”

Mrs. Hawthorne: “Right now, I want some of your blood. Are you going to give it to me willingly? It's just a little blood sample. I would hate for this to get ugly.”

Kiani: “This cage won't hold my beast and me forever. Good luck getting a sample. I can barely contain her as it is.”

Mrs. Hawthorne: “You refer to her as another being. Interesting. Don't worry. I know I’d be dead if I went anywhere near you. I get other people to do my dirty work for me. You're truly intriguing indeed. I'm going to learn everything about you. Before you die of course. (in the library). Where’s Fate? Kiani won't give up her blood willingly.”

Winter: “She would bite your head off. I wouldn't care either. Fang isn't going to like this. He wanted her dead straight away. If she escapes or Rocco replaces-”

Mr. Hawthorne: “We need her alive. She's the end game, Winter. Trust me.”

Winter: “I trust no one.”

Mrs. Hawthorne: “What a lonely life you must lead.”

Winter: “How about you shut your mouth.”

Mr. Hawthorne: “There's no need for this. Let's keep our tempers in check. Fate isn’t happy that Embry isn’t back. I believe she's gone to replace out what happened to him.”

Mrs. Hawthorne: “We didn't give her permission.”

Mr. Hawthorne: “I did. We need both of their unique powers. Fate can handle herself. She might even kill a few wolf shifters on her way.”

Winter: “I felt her power firsthand. Don't turn her on my pack. Or you both will be coming to the grave with me.”

Mrs. Hawthorne: “Don't you love Mystic Hunters? I almost feel sorry for you. To think you were the strongest magical creatures out there. Arrogant is the word I would use.”

Winter: “What of your kind? You're at the bottom of the food chain.”

In Mr. Hawthorne’s head: Not for long. (in the woods)

In Billie Jean’s head: Why am I dreading to face Embry again? (Bloodstone pack house)

In Fate’s head: This isn’t Rocco’s pack. They must have an alliance. Embry should’ve broken out by now. The whole mansion should be burnt down.

In Gia’s head: So that’s what a Mystic HUnter looks like? She looks like a glorified forest elf. I thought I would be a little scared. Nothing. (Hawthrone’s lockup)

Kiani: “Brooke?!”

Brooke: “I'm not meant to be here but I need to know. Did you kill Lucas?”

In Kiani’s head: Brooke Hawthrone. Are the Hawthrone’s behind this? Are they really working with Fang’s pack?! Now Mystic Hunters?! I need to get out of here.

Kiani: “That woman is your mother.”

Brooke: “KIANI! Did you turn into your wolf beast and kill Lucas?”

In Kiani’s head: Brooke’s terrified of me. That's new.

Kiani: “I didn't kill Lucas, Brooke. I knew him. I wouldn't even do that.”

Brooke: “I don't know what to believe anymore. You're a fucking wolf shifter.”

Kiani: “Brooke, it’s me, Kiani. I promise you I didn't kill him.”

Brooke: “What happened to your eyes, they just changed?”

Kiani: “Brooke, listen to me. You need to let me out.”

Brooke: “Is he alive? TELL ME!”

Kiani: “He's dead. I’m sorry. What happened to him should’ve never happened. Listen to me. I saw you that night in the woods. I didn't kill you because I knew who you were. My pack doesn't kill for the sake of killing. You both were on our territory.”

Brooke: “I was in the woods to replace the proof I needed. To prove I wasn't crazy, I saw a giant wolf. I stupidly asked Lucas to come with me. I'm the one who killed Lucas. Deep down, I knew your kind was out there. But I still made him come with me. I guess my parents aren't crazy after all.”

Kiani: “You don't understand any of this! Your parents have caged me in here.”

Brooke: “Isn't that what you deserve?”