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The secrets of the clearing

The secrets of the clearing

TND PLUME

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In the heart of a vast forest dominated by a pack of wolves led by Ayla and Ronan, tensions intensify when inexplicable events threaten the fragile harmony of their supernatural community. The triplets, heirs to the ancestral powers of wolves, are about to discover an ancient prophecy that reveals both their saving potential and the imminent danger that hangs over them. As alliances are formed and broken, Ayla and Ronan must protect their pack while guiding their children through a world where the lines between good and evil, trust and betrayal, become increasingly blurred.

Chapter 1 Chapitre 1

Ayla ran through the dark forest, branches and leaves clawing at her face and arms. The weight of the sleeping triplets on his shoulders and in his arms did not slow his progress; on the contrary, it gave them the strength and determination necessary to escape the threat that weighed on them. She cast anxious glances behind her, her werewolf senses alert for the slightest suspicious noise or movement. The distant howling of wolves made her speed up, her heart pounding in her chest.

The moon dimly lit their path, its rays filtering through the thick foliage. Ayla knew she couldn't continue like this forever. She needed to find refuge, a safe place where she could catch her breath and protect her children. They were all she had left, and she was willing to sacrifice everything for them.

After what seemed like an eternity of frantic running, Ayla finally reached the edge of the forest. Before her lay a small, sleepy town, its dim lights offering a glimmer of hope. She adjusted her grip on the triplets, checking to make sure they were still fast asleep, before cautiously heading towards the living quarters. She couldn't afford to be reckless. The safety of his children depended on his discretion.

She found an old abandoned barn on the outskirts of town. It was far from ideal, but it would provide temporary shelter. Ayla pushed open the creaking door and settled inside, carefully placing the triplets on a pile of hay. She fell beside them, exhausted but relieved. For the first time in hours, she could breathe a little more freely.

As she tenderly stroked her children's hair, memories of her past life flooded in. She remembered the warmth and security of the pack, the camaraderie and unity she had once shared with them. But those happy times were now tarnished by betrayal and pain. Ronan, the powerful alpha she had loved and who had rejected her offer of companionship, was the source of her sorrow. The rejection had been a blow, but the discovery that she was carrying his children shortly after his departure had plunged her into a whirlwind of fear and uncertainty.

Ayla shook her head to chase away these dark thoughts. She had to stay strong for her triplets. Their safety was his top priority. The first light of dawn was peeking on the horizon when she finally closed her eyes, lulled by the regular breathing of her children.

The following days were marked by a discreet routine. Ayla did her best not to attract the attention of the townspeople. She found manual work here and there, earning just enough to buy food and some clothes for her children. The barn became their temporary home, a fragile but necessary refuge.

But it was difficult to hide the supernatural nature of her triplets. Their powers began to manifest, and although they were still young, their abilities were impressive. One day, while they were playing innocently in a corner of the barn, an explosion of light energy filled the space. Ayla rushed towards them, her heart pounding, but she only found her children laughing, surrounded by glittering sparks.

"Caleb, Liam, Nia," she said softly but firmly, "you have to be careful. You can't use your powers here."

Caleb, the boldest of the three, looked up at her, his eyes shining with innocent curiosity. "Why, mom?"

"Because people here wouldn't understand," Ayla replied, hugging them. "They might be afraid of us and chase us away."

The children nodded, vaguely understanding the seriousness of the situation. Ayla held them close, a knot of anxiety forming in her stomach. They couldn't stay here forever. She had to find a solution, a place where they could live in peace without fearing for their safety.

One evening, as Ayla returned home from an exhausting day at work, she felt a familiar and feared presence. His keen werewolf senses detected a scent that was well known to him. She froze, her heart racing. Ronan. He was here. Had he discovered their hiding place?

She rushed toward the barn, her thoughts swirling. If Ronan was here, it meant they were no longer safe. She stormed into the barn, finding the triplets playing quietly. Ayla quickly gathered them together, her anxious gaze scanning the outside.

"We have to leave," she said, her voice shaking slightly. "Right away."

The children, sensing the urgency in his voice, obeyed without question. Ayla led them outside, her senses on high alert. She headed towards the hills to the east of the city, a place she had spotted earlier as a possible hiding place in case of emergency. She prayed that Ronan wouldn't follow them.

After hours of walking, they reached a small cave hidden by dense vegetation. Ayla inspected the entrance, making sure there were no signs of recent presence. She brought the triplets inside, settling them on a makeshift bed of sheets and blankets.

"We'll stay here for the night," she whispered, trying to hide her worry. "I will watch over you."

The triplets fell asleep quickly, exhausted from the walk. Ayla, for her part, remained awake, her thoughts tormented by Ronan's presence. Why was he there? Had he discovered their children? Had he come to bring them back to the pack by force?

The hours passed slowly, each sound of the night amplifying his nervousness. Just before dawn, she heard footsteps approaching the cave. Ayla stood up, ready to defend her children. Ronan's imposing figure appeared in the doorway, and Ayla felt her heart sink. There he was, standing before her, his piercing gaze searching for answers.

"Ayla," he said in a deep voice, "we need to talk."

"There is nothing to say," Ayla replied, her gaze hard. "Get out of here, Ronan."

"I won't leave without you and the children," he replied firmly. "I came to protect you."

"We don't need your protection," Ayla said defiantly. "We lived well without you."

Ronan took a step forward, softening his expression. "Ayla, I know I made mistakes. I regret rejecting you. But now I know the truth about our children. I want to protect them, including you."

Ayla felt a wave of anger rise within her. "You have no right to them, Ronan. You rejected them before you even knew they existed."

"I know," he said, his voice heavy with remorse. "But I'm willing to do anything to fix my mistakes. Give me a chance to show you that I've changed."

Ayla hesitated, torn between her distrust and her desperate desire to protect her children. "And your arranged partner? Liana? What will she say about all this?"

Ronan looked down, visibly troubled. "It's complicated. But my priority is you. I will do whatever it takes to keep you safe."

A tense silence settled between them. Ayla didn't know if she could trust him, but she also knew they couldn't keep running away forever. Maybe Ronan could really help them. Maybe he had changed.

"Very well," she said finally, her voice shaking slightly. "But know this, Ronan: if you ever betray us again, I will never forgive you."

Ronan nodded, his gaze filled with determination. "I promise, Ayla. I won't betray you."

With a sigh of resignation, Ayla turned to her sleeping children. She knew the road would be long and strewn with pitfalls, but for the sake of her triplets, she was ready to try anything. Their future depended on it.

The following days were marked by careful cooperation between Ayla and Ronan. They established. A plan to protect the triplets, using their complementary skills to stay under the radar while searching for information on the mysterious kidnapper. The children slowly got used to their father's presence, mixing curiosity and distrust.

Every moment, Ayla wondered if she had made the right decision in allowing Ronan back into their lives. But as she watched the triplets play with their father, a small, shy smile tugging at their lips, she allowed herself to believe that maybe there was a glimmer of hope for their broken family.

Their journey together was just beginning, and Ayla knew they still had much to overcome. But for the first time in a long time, she felt a little less alone in this fight for their uncertain future.

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