Wolf of Stone novel Chapter 12

A huge sigh of relief escaped my lips as the tension fled my body. It felt so good to tell the truth for once. To speak of the things that I knew about.

Liza's eyes and mouth were opened wide as she stared at the man behind me, "Wow" she breathed.

I couldn't help but wonder if this was how I would've reacted if I didn't know that mythical creatures existed.

"So, he's harmless?" She asked cautiously.

I turned to raise a questioning eyebrow at the wolf boy. He raised his hands up in surrender and gave a slight smile or what I assumed was a smile hiding under all that hair.

"I promise, I would never hurt either of you. You helped me break out of my imprisonment. All I'm here for is help."

That you can't get if you'd freaking listen to me already. I muttered mentally.

Liza furrowed her brows, "we didn't do anything to your statue that could've made you break out," she silently contemplated then turned to gaze at me with disbelieving eyes, "he was already free by the time I got there... don't tell me you're a werewolf!?"

"What? No!" I quickly denied it then scrunched up my nose at the ridiculous thought, "No."

Before I could say anything, a deep voice interrupted, "she's a witch."

I turned my gaze to the man as if he was crazy, shuddering as my eyes collided with his intense ones. Damn, why the hell was he so domineering?

"You..." Liza trailed off, staring up at me with mild fascination, she muttered beneath her breath, "I'm not dreaming? My sister isn't human? Supergirl vibes and shit... So cool!"

I snorted and rolled my eyes, "I'm no hero you idjit, I couldn't care less about the faith of humanity, leave it to the cops."

Now it was Liza's turn to roll her eyes, "Of course you don't."

I put out a hand in front of her and helped her up once she accepted the gesture. She dusted off her butt then turned to the silent werewolf. Just like that, Liza's mood switched from scared to determined. I expected nothing less from Liza. I admired her strength.

"So, what can we help you with? Clothes? A place to stay? We have a guest room upstairs if you're interested but I don't think neither Ezzy or my clothes would-"

"What the hell are you saying? Who the hell said that he was going to stay with us!?" I spluttered in disbelief, wide eyes staring between Liza and the wolf man at the doorway. My eyes, of course couldn't stay on him for too long.

"Magic..." Liza's eyes sparkled in excitement.

Wolf boy nodded in agreement, "that's all I ask of you. In the future, if you need anything I'll gladly help."

I had absolutely no idea why I was agreeing to this so easily. It meant more work for me, which was exhausting just thinking about it, but his eyes screamed with such honesty that I couldn't resist saying yes. Of course, Liza played a huge part in me deciding as well. Curse her persuasive eyes.

Liza cleared her throat, bringing our attention to her as she eyed our new companion, "as much as I don't mind the view, we have to get wolfman here a fresh clean up. Which means, a haircut, clothes, shoes, deodorant, and something to eat since it's getting dark out. He looks like he hasn't eaten in days," she paused and furrowed her brows, "what's your name anyway?"

"Axil," came his response.

"Well Axil, I'm Liza and this is my adopted sister, Ezmira. It's nice to meet you."

Axil nodded and turned his gaze to me again, "Likewise," I avoided his gaze and cleared my throat awkwardly.

"I'm going to change into some fresh clothing and head to the store then. Pick up everything we need," I said, scratching my neck awkwardly, anxious to leave Axil's heated gaze.