by Lili Lam
Lise's POV
There was one thing on my mind as my paws pounded relentlessly on the ground, 'Kill...kill...kill.' I was running alongside Rico, Alonso, and Tristan as if I was leading the team into battle. I loved the fact that none of them tried to fight against me on my decision to tag along.
The only thing Tristan made me promise was that I'd stay back out of harm's way with Axel at my side until they secured the premises. I didn't argue with him on that, I've heard that Marco's pack is just as vicious as the rogues. I’m in no way a trained fighter.
Tristan's taught me how to fight and defend myself, but not in the same extent as Marco trained his wolves. I wouldn't be able to fight off a male wolf, but I could do some damage. I knew how to go for the kill and I guess that's what matters most.
As we approached the Marco's territory, Tristan stopped beside me nuzzling his snout against mine. He licked me once causing me to smile internally. I love him so damn much I can't stay mad at him for long, but I needed to stand my ground.
I understand why he and my brothers did what they did, but none of us are ruthless beasts. There was no reason to kill Marco, I know deep down in my heart they knew he wasn't an evil person. He was just misguided and lost. They had to know he was helping me escape, I think they just acted off of anger and adrenaline when they attacked.
'Promise me, you'll stay here until I tell you it's safe.' Tristan's eyes bore into my face as his wolf stood towering in front of me. Thank god the effects of black ice weren't permanent as I regained my ability to mindlink about a half hour earlier.
That pretty much explains why Marco kept reinjecting me with it, Rico says our wolf blood burns off the drugs quickly. 'You're not to join us a minute sooner, got that?' Tristan's voice commanded, damn he knows me too well.
'Ok, I promise. Be careful.' I responded, wishing I could kiss him. So, I did just that as I pressed my mouth against his. Not as effective as a real kiss, but it'll have to do. I decided it was time I stop being so angry with them, they were only doing it for my own good. 'Love you.' I answered with cheeky grin as I bared my teeth at him, turning around to head to Axel's side I wagged my tail excitedly.
'I love you too baby.' Tristan thought back as he bit down playfully on the tip of my tail causing me to yip in surprise. 'Behave yourself.' He commanded before getting into Alpha mode and becoming serious.
'You guys be careful too.' I sent out to my brothers, members of the Manzanres pack, and friends. Realizing how lucky I am to have such a wonderful group of people surrounding me, I made sure to utter a 'Thank you all for coming to rescue me.'
Axel, Max, and I were perched up on the mountain that overlooked Marco's territory. Yes, the same mountain the guys kept watch from. We were waiting for Tristan to give us the sign that it was ok for us to join them.
I could hear the pitter patter of their paws as they charged onto the territory. It was complete mayhem the way they attacked, as wolves jumped on wolves. The terrifying sounds of snarls ripping through the air followed by a chorus of whimpers and howls of pain.
Shutting my eyes tightly I prayed for the safety of our guys. Please don't let any of them get seriously hurt! Anya reassured me, she'd stay by Marco's side to make sure he was ok. She told me she'd kick my butt if I got hurt.
Reopening my eyes, I watched as Tristan, Rico, Alonso, Troy, Andre, and Luke snapped with precision, each wolf's neck they came in contact with. Scary how good they are at going for the kill, but it's how they were raised...Alpha's and Beta's.
Movement coming from the back of Marco's house diverted my attention away from the battle before us as I watched Maria and two of the men that helped in my kidnapping trying to sneak off into the night. Like hell she's getting away. They were far away enough from the fighting to be considered not in the danger zone, so Tristan couldn't really get mad at me for breaking my promise.
'Guys we need to get to her before she escapes.' I looked between Axel and Max. Their ears perked up as they attention focused on what I was staring at. Nodding his head once, Axel led the way as we descended the mountain.
I already planned my method of attack. I wanted to look that bitch straight in the eye and tell her exactly what I felt about her before I killed her. We closed the distance between us, approaching Maria and her goons from behind.
Shifting back to human form behind a few trees I threw on Tristan's T-shirt that he made me bring along with me. Yummy it smells like him. "Must be nice to run away, not having a care in the world about your son." I sneered staring at the poor excuse of a woman in front of me.
Maria is the true definition of a woman scorned, pathetic. She spun around on her heels and glared at me through wide eyes. Why was she so surprised to see me? "Y-you!" She stuttered in shock. "You're supposed to be dead, Marco agreed to kill you!" She shouted disbelievingly shaking her head in disappointment.
Suddenly tears welled up in her eyes as she thought of something. Next thing I knew the bitch was charging towards me with her two goons at her sides. "Where's Marco? Where's my son?" She cried out shifting on the spot.
Axel and Max intercepted her bodyguards, while I quickly peeled off the shirt and shifted too. Evil witch thought we killed Marco? Now she wants to play the woe is me poor mother I am for losing my only son card?
Maria came barreling into me knocking me off my feet as her sharp canines snapped viciously at my face. Damn this bitch is strong, but my will is stronger. I thought as I flipped to the side throwing her off me.
We circled each other carefully, she was breathing heavily trying to plan her next move whereas I already knew where I was going to chomp down on...her neck and snap it clean in two. There would be no more manipulating of Marco, no more would she have the pleasure of calling herself my dad's wife nor a part of the Manzanares pack.
Hearing a yelp from one of her bodyguards being killed by Axel caused her to lose focus for just a split second. It was a grave decision on her part as I leapt in the air and closed in on the kill. Suddenly I had second thoughts of killing her quickly.
With all the pain she's caused, this disgusting vile creature deserved to die slowly. I knocked Maria down to the ground tearing a chunk out of her back...'that's for Mia's love that you killed.' Standing up on my hind legs, I used my front paws to claw her clear across the face, 'that's for being a crappy mom to Marco!'
Time for the final move, 'This is for my sister Mia!' I bit down hard on Maria's neck, instantly tasting her bitter blood in my mouth as I ripped a huge chunk out of her leaving a gaping hole. It was enough to be fatal, but not enough to kill her instantly.
Maria crumbled to the ground in a heap as blood squirted out her wound and she quickly bled out. Shifting back to human form, I put my shirt back on just as Max finished killing the other goon. I kneeled down next to her dying frame and leaned in closely.
Her breathing was labored as she lay there looking up at me helplessly from the corner of her eyes. "The last face you'll see before you die is identical to that of the innocent girl you single handedly killed. Remember her face as you burn in hell for what you've done." I spat out as I watched Maria take her last breath.
