Wattpad Block Party - Winter Edition III

letmelivetonight Presents: Sneak Peek of Something Fierce

@letmelivetonight's Sneak Peek of Something Fierce

Hey guys! I'm so excited to be here, celebrating another edition of the Wattpad Block Party! *dances like Kevin Hart* I'd like to share with you guys a newer version of the first story I ever uploaded to Wattpad. That story is called The Rules of the Red, and while I was very proud of its success, I knew that it could be better. Something Fierce is my attempt, and I really hope you enjoy this little sneak peak. Allons-y!

When Naomi makes enemies with Mother Superior, the leader of a powerful coven, she has no choice but to seek the help of a dangerous Vampire. Prince Tidus will stop at nothing to destroy the Witches, and he seems to know a lot about Naomi and her growing powers. Of course, Alpha Knight doesn't trust the son of Dracula any more than he trusts the Witches, but if he wants to keep Naomi's soul, he'll have to share her heart.

If Mother Marie doesn't kill her first...

That night, I sat at the vanity in my bedroom, combing out my curls in slow diligence as I pondered all the new, unexpected happenings in Harbor Village. It all combined to one timeless conclusion-our small, seaside town was beautiful... with layers upon layers of ugliness beneath-

Us.

The Supernaturals.

We were our own chaos-a danger my father, as Elder, had sought to put order to before he died. It was for his brave, innovative ideas-such as outlawing the hunting of rogue Wolves in the States, and bringing an end to the enslavement of human poachers-that he was killed. To my dying breath, I would defy anyone who denied Jack Noble as a hero-the same word Adelle's eleven-year-old brother used after I cut down every Vampire in my path to find him.

I couldn't help but puzzle over this hero business. It was dangerous. Why had my father stuck with it?

<<For the rush.>>

I stared at the gold eyes in the mirror. Was she right?

Sighing, I set down the comb just as a haunting cry pierced the night, the howl of a wolf in mourning.

Him.

Be still, my treacherous heart! I felt the lonely ache of longing, and resented him for putting my Wolf through this tonight. Still, I arranged my hair in the mirror, running my fingers through the locks in last minute desperation. No time to trade my tank-top and pajama shorts for something low-cut and mysterious. But didn't matter, he would take me as I was. All I had to do was goad him.

On my way out, I cut the lights, until the vanilla candles on the dresser shot arrows of yellow across the rose-painted walls. I swept past the canopied, queen-size bed, to the curtained French doors beyond. On the balcony, I inhaled the cold starry night, and silently called to the moon.

She was in hiding, a mere crescent, half-obscured by a grey slice of cloud cover. It would be weeks before her full return, when my Wolf and I reached the pinnacle of our strength.

Three stories below, a dark figure made its way across the manicured lawn, employing the casual slowness of one familiar with their surroundings. He disappeared beneath the alcove; anticipation pushed me to step closer. The figure re-emerged, scaling the balcony's ledge and dropping to the floor with athletic grace. He straightened, the outline of his fierce stature romanticized by moonlight.

The Alpha.

Don't fall for it! Don't fall for him! "What are you doing here, Ethan?"

He stuck his hands in the pockets of his jeans, rocking on the heels of his boots. "C'mon, Mimi. You know why I'm here." When I didn't answer, Ethan strode forward, taking my arm in hands that were rough, but warm as an oven. I waited for him to kissme; all he did was inspect.

"Of course annoying me would be part of your job description--maybe you and Lucas really do have things in common." He ignored me, turning my arm back and forth in his hands. "Ethan, seriously, I'm fine."

"One of those parasites bit you. I knew you wouldn't tell anyone, so I came here to make sure you're still alive--you're welcome."

"Well, thanks for nothing." I wrenched my arm from his. "It had me for-like two seconds, I healed the instant it let go." Ethan's chocolate-colored eyes narrowed; my angry cause picked up steam. "But just had to check up on your investment, right? Make sure I don't kick the bucket before you cash in on that bright and shining future..." Everyone knew Ethan was gunning for Eldership, just as I knew he would use me to do it.

"Why so defensive?" Ethan smirked like he knew the answer. "I'm not your boyfriend, its my job to give a shit--if you die on my watch, I'm screwed. Besides, I don't need to ride those pretty coattails anymore..." He grabbed the sides of my t-shirt, jerkingme forward. I strained, but not hard enough. Again, my body betrayed me, craving more of his firmness pressed against me. "I got what I need--I'm the Alpha now. And one day, when I'm Elder, that'll be in spite of you too, Little Wolf."

I clenched my teeth, hating how he used my father's pet name against me.

Ever since we were kids, the Alpha had hovered over my shoulder, tailing me like a dogged shadow. Since my father's death, the distance between Ethan and I had grown, but that space only stretched so wide.

"Nice speech. Did you practice with all your girlfriends? Bet you had to take your shirt off to keep them awake." Ethan played with so many hearts, my best friend's included. Toying with his was more than worth it.

"O-o-oh. Jealous much?" One corner of his lips twisted downwards, crafting a beautiful sneer.

"No. It just bothers me that you can't be a grownup and decide what you want."

"I've always known what I want. You just pretend not to see it."

No one could get my blood running like Ethan–and likewise. I leaned close, until his breath was on my lips in the most delicious way. "All I see, is a guy willing to do and say anything to get to the top. You may be the Garou's second-in-command, but you don't have what Lucas had--respect. Our people would choose me over you any day." How did I cherish the anger. Within his features, it blossomed like a scarlet flower. "I think we know who the real Alpha is. Hint..." I lowered my voice to a cocky whisper. "It's not you."

Ethan's Wolf roared in my face, his dark eyes swallowed by flaming suns. His nostrils flared, his shoulders flexed, his teeth extended. Any less of a gentleman and he would have hit me for certain. I almost wished he would, if only to spice things up. This same old hate was growing stale.

"I don't need your respect, I'll teach it to you." The gold died away, but Ethan's breathing was still rapid from the fire I had lit. Anger fanned the flames, coursing through us both like poison. "Hint--if Lucas hadn't stepped down, I would have challenged him--and won--because I deserve this. But if you think you can take me, here's your chance. Prove it." Ethan walked backwards through the French double doors, his eyes shifting back to gold as everything but them was swallowed by the dark.

If Ethan didn't have me tonight, his Wolf would.

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I really hope you guys enjoyed this teaser from Something Fierce, and thank you so much for reading! Also, please check out the other amazing writers in this winter's edition of the Wattpad Block Party-our give-a-ways are awesome! Lastly, I would like to thank Kelly for allowing me to participate once more! Until next time! That's all, folks! 

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