Twisted Fate | ✔️

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My paws hit the hard ground and I continued to run as fast as possible. 'Faster, don't stop. Just keep going,' is what I've been chanting in my head for the last hour. Those words are the only thing keeping me going considering I've been running for the past two hours.

I've been planning to run away since I was 14 and I'm finally doing so today, I'm running away from all of this. Being a werewolf has made my life hell and this might sound stupid but I'm determined to live life as a human when I'm finally away. I want to have a fresh start and make something of myself other than marrying the best ranked wolf in the pack. I'm going to California, there I know I'll be able to start fresh. I've never even been out of my packs territory so this is basically like a whole other world for me. I'm just not cut out to be a werewolf, even though I'm the Alpha's daughter. But I'm not as fast or strong as I should be, therefore everyone considered me weak. My wolf was definitely bigger than most, but that meant nothing if you didn't have the strength or speed of an alpha wolf.

My father's pack is called the 'Midnight Risers'. They're known as one of the cruelest packs in not only America, but the world. They train hard for hours of the day, it's nonstop really. The worst I've ever seen them be to wolves is rogues. I don't agree that rogues should step into our territory uninvited but the way my father punishes them... I wouldn't wish that upon my worst enemy.

Like I said, I've wanted to run away for years but never had the guts to do so. The final straw was when my father told me I'd be marrying his beta's son, Mark. Mark has somehow convinced my father that we are mates, even though I've denied it numerous amount of times. He's got this crazy obsession with me and can't take no for an answer. I've even offered to help him find his true mate and all he does is accuse me of not wanting to admit our 'never ending love'. I almost puked when he told me that.

My father insists on this marriage, partially because I'd being marrying a beta and that's a good enough ranking for him. Mark would also be the next alpha if he were to mate with me. I've always done what my father said simply out of fear, but when I told him I wouldn't do it I was nearly sent to stay in the basement for a week. Dramatic much?

I snapped myself out of my thoughts and stopped running, trying to catch my breath. I know I'm out of my territory due to the unfamiliar surroundings and smell. I felt a little bit safer so I decided to give my wolf a break and change back into human form. I dropped the backpack that hung from my mouth and once i was standing on two feet, I opened it up and changed into my clothes. Dressing in a pair of skinny jeans and sweatshirt, I slipped on my Vans and put the backpack on. I knew I'd need supplies so I was smart enough to pack some. The cool fall breeze swept through, causing my hair to go crazy. I groaned and smoothed it down the best I could without a mirror, hoping I don't look like the Grudge.

I kept on walking and about a half hour later I was walking down the sidewalk of a small town. I assumed this is the downtown area since it had all the shops and restaurants. A little down the road there's a hotel with a sign that reads 'Tami's Inn'.

I opened the door of the small hotel and walked in. The decor was old and looks like it hasn't been updated since the 1970's. The front desk was straight ahead when you walked in. To the left was an elevator and to the right there was stairs. I quickly readjusted my bag on my shoulders and walked up to the desk. There was a women about mid-forties behind it looking down as she read something.

I cleared my throat and she looked up. "Oh! Forgive me, I didn't see you there." She said, now standing up. The women had dark brown hair that was cut off at her shoulders. She was wearing a blue skirt and blazer to match.

"Oh it's fine." I told her as I stood here awkwardly.

"How can I help you?" She asked. I cleared my throat once again and began to talk.

"Yes, I'd like a room please." I told her. She nodded and turned around to where the hotel keys were. All the keys were lined up on the wall. She picked up a key and handed it to me. I nodded and handed her the money for the room. After the awkward exchange, I went to find my room, which was on the second level. It was room 125. I twisted the key in the lock and opened the door.

Once I stepped inside, I placed my bag on the ground, and then breathing a deep breath, taking in my surroundings. The walls were also cream and the bed was up against the largest wall, centered. The bed spread was a light blue color. Across from it was a small desk and a TV hanging above it. There was also a bathroom. It just looked like an average hotel bathroom.

It was nice being in a new place, starting a new life. I'm 22 years old; I think it's time for a change. Ever since I was very young it's been the same routine. Wake up, go to school, do chorus, eat, and train as a wolf, sleep. Then it starts over. Boring I know. I couldn't help but wonder what life is going to be like, now that I didn't want to use my wolf again. Though, I loved my wolf. She had copper colored fur and dark brown eyes. I felt so free when I was my wolf. I guess I'll just have to get used to not seeing her, it'll be hard that much is for sure.

I looked over at the clock near the bed stand, it was only 6:00 pm and I was getting hungry. I went downstairs to the lobby of the hotel and made my way out. I roamed the streets looking for a decent place to eat. I decided on good old McDonalds. I ended up getting chicken nuggets. I've had McDonalds only twice in my life. My dad would never let me get the chicken nuggets so I kind of feel like a bad ass eating a twenty piece mcnugget meal. After I finished I thought it'd be a good idea to get some new clothes, just a shirt or two.

I saw a small clothing store across from the McDonalds I was at and made my way over there. The store name was in French so I didn't bother even trying to understand it.

Just as I was about to pull the handle to go in, an arm pulled me to a very large, muscular chest. I looked up so a very angry sexy guy. Shit, he looks like he's going to kill me and I'm calling him sexy? What the hell is wrong with me?!

"Why are you in our territory, rouge?" The man asked harshly, letting a low growl escaped his mouth. His grip on my arm didn't loosen; if anything, it tightened.

"I'm not a rouge, thank you. That's an insult and I'm very offended." I said sarcastically with a smirk playing on my lips. He didn't seem to find it funny, his eyes grew darker. It didn't frighten me because I was so use to how brutal and scary my father's pack was.

"What are you doing here?" He asked again, in an even harsher tone. Jeeze, I didn't even think that was possible. I rolled my eyes and turned my face to respond.

"Listen, I'm not here to cause trouble. I'm passing through and going straight to California." I said trying to get my arm loose from his grasp.

He searched my face with his eyes, trying to figure out if I was lying or not. "I still can't have you running around on this territory." He said. It came off more like a warning.

"I'm leaving tomorrow anyway." I told him. I guess I caught him off guard because when I tugged my arm away from his grip it was too easy. "Now if you don't mind, I'm going shopping." I turned away from him, only to be turned back around.

"I have to speak to my Alpha about you being here." He said. I shook my head.

"No, just let me go and I'll leave tonight." I said. The last thing I need is to speak with an alpha and have my dad find out where I am. Daughter or not, I'd most likely get killed.

"No." He simply said.

"Fine go talk to your little Alpha. In the meanwhile I'll be shopping." I told him. I turned my on my heel quickly and walked away. I'll leave first thing in the morning so he won't get the chance to tell his alpha anything.

Once I was in the shop I looked around for a little then got bored. I walked out and headed back to the hotel. The woman with the dark brown hair wasn't there anymore... Instead, she was replaced with a short chubby man in a suit. I nodded at him and he gave me a smile.

Finally I'm back in my hotel room. I let out a loud sigh and fall backwards on the bed, letting sleep take over because honestly, I don't give any shits about what can happen right now

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Above is how I pictured Katie(: