The Magic of Cain

Infuriating Siblings and a Dwindling Friendship

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Released on March 21, 2018

I am so sorry that this isn't edited and there's no picture. I don't have time, since I've been extremely busy and I'm on a road trip about to lose cell and internet services. But I want to put this chapter up in time.

Once I get the chance, I'll republish it with a pic and edited tomorrow.

UPDATE: I have edited the chapter and put the pic up XD

Word Count: 2174

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Chapter 16: Infuriating Siblings and a Dwindling Friendship

"I'm going home to stall Dad while you talk to Lucas. You'd better hurry." Ivie warns, helping out her younger sister for once.

Ivie goes around the house from the Hallow family's backyard to go home, leaving before a thank you can even be said.

Lena pulls out her phone to text Lucas, feeling the need to bring him outside rather than being in the house where anyone could be listening while they talk.

Mason could listen with his super hearing, but it's not in his nature to spy on his brother. He's probably in his room playing video games again.

She sends her boyfriend a brief text. "Sorry, had to talk to Ivie. Meet me in the backyard so we can talk."

Lucas is there within a few minutes, stopping a few feet away from her, unsure on how she feels right now and wanting to give her space.

"Do you want to sit down?" He says into the silence, gesturing to the lawn chairs that are rarely used.

Lena nods as she sits and gathers her thoughts. "My dad wants me home, so we don't have much time."

Lucas sighs, gazing out to the woods with a yearning that he's getting used to, but isn't giving into yet. He just wants to run. Just run and feel the breeze in his fur as his mind changes to that of a free wolf that isn't weighed down by any problems.

"I'm sorry." He begins, staring into Lena's eyes apologetically to ensure that she sees how much he cares. "I'm sorry that I didn't tell you. I didn't know that it would escalate that far."

His gaze switches to the ground as Lena looks away from him. "I've shifted into a wolf without a full moon before, but I was always in control. I didn't know that would be a problem, that I would lose control. It's no excuse, I know."

Lucas rests his elbows on his knees, putting his head in his hands for a moment to think, running his hands through his hair before sitting up again. "I thought I could figure this out by myself. I didn't want to ask for help because I didn't want anyone to worry."

"It's my job to worry." Lena replies softly, looking at her boyfriend with hurt filled eyes. "We're together, which means we're supposed to be there for each other. I can't be there for you if you don't tell me things."

"I know. I just wanted so badly to be okay. I'm sorry, I made a mistake." He says, eyes pleading for forgiveness.

"Everybody messes up sometimes. I'm just glad you're okay." She whispers, not meaning for her voice to barely come out.

They both stand as the ache in their hearts release, just enough for them to breathe. They can both feel a bit of tension between themselves, but the worst is over.