Episode 1

Adriel: I love you, my love, I promise this time I'll do it right.

Adriel spoke as the blood gushed from his chest like a river breaking its banks, and as he began to lose strength, with his last breath, he kissed Kevin and closed his eyes.

A blinding light filled the entire cave, and a clock appeared above them.

Uncle Lucas employed his powers while continuing to chant a spell, time began to rewind. And everything started to fade away.

Time reversed its course, and the present vanished like the morning mist.

The past had returned.

We could only hope it was for the better.

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...Adriel...

Waking up with a terrible pain in my chest, I experience the sensation of having lost someone I cherished.

Looking around, I find myself in my room; things were in disarray when I last saw it, with furniture overturned and broken. But now, it's impeccably tidy and everything in its place.

Suddenly, the memory of Kevin floods my mind. I rush toward the ceremonial cave.

But there's nothing out of place, everything is in order. I return to the mansion in confusion, and there—could that be my father?

Running towards him, I envelop him in a hug.

Mike: What's happened? You haven't hugged me like this since you were ten. Are you feeling okay? Are you that excited about your transformation that you wish it would come sooner?

Adriel: My transformation?

Mike: Yes, it's today. Don't tell me you forgot.

Adriel: How old am I?

Mike: You're 18 years old, son. Are you sure you're alright?

18 years old? He said he would return on the day they first met; it's strange.

Adriel: Sorry, father, the excitement of the day made me forgetful.

Mike: Okay, son, get ready for the day.

After one last embrace, I head to my room. Indeed, it's been years since I last hugged him like that.

I enter my room and look in the mirror, I appear so different from how I was at 32.

Adriel: I've returned. I wasn't entirely certain if I could make it back, but here I am, and this time I'll get it right. This time, I will defeat each and every one of our enemies to be with you, my love.

My phone rings, and I dash to answer it. Everything feels odd—the clothing I no longer wear, the elegant suits, my phone, not the latest model—I'm once again in the past.

I check the caller ID; it's Leonardo. We became friends when I was 14 and he 12, his cousin and beta Frederick always by his side, and me with my beta, John. The four of us often hung out together. I quickly answer the call.

Adriel: Hey, bro, how's it going?

Leonardo: Geez, sounds like you fell out of bed.

Adriel: Just excited, mate, as today is my transformation day.

Leonardo: Same here. I'm calling about the party at my place tomorrow. It's my little brother's birthday, and I was wondering if you'd come.

Adriel: Which little brother?

Leonardo: Kevin, he's the youngest. He's turning six.

My heart leaps with joy at the mention of his name; my little one, I will see him tomorrow. But darn, he's turning six—I am such a pedophile.

Leonardo: I know you don't usually show up, but...

Adriel: Don't worry, I'll be there, and thank you for inviting me.

Leonardo: Really? You'll come?

Adriel: Yes, see you tomorrow, okay?

Leonardo: Till tomorrow, friend. And congrats on your transformation.

Adriel: You too.

He's right; he always invited me to his family gatherings, but they were never to my liking. I was more jovial back then; hence, I never attended one. If I had behaved appropriately, maybe I'd have met him sooner. Well, from today onwards, I won't miss a single chance to be with him.

You might wonder why my transformation happens at 18. As you know, I'm a hybrid, and my abilities awaken at this age; my wolf, too, since they're connected.

There's a knock on the door.

Adriel: Come in.

John: Good morning, Alpha.

Adriel: John, I'm not the Alpha yet, and you know you can call me by my first name; we're cousins, after all. What's up?

John: Sorry, just practicing for the future. Anyway, I've come to ask if you'd join me at the mall.

That's right; on that day, we went to the mall for some shopping.

Adriel: Alright, let's go.

John: Seriously? I always have to persuade you. And have you considered that you might meet your mate today?

He asks as we head to the mall. Two years ago was his transformation, and he was a bit down about not finding his mate back then. Now that I think about it, Leonardo's sister is his mate, but we never interacted with his family until Kevin got pregnant.

The thought of my pups compresses my chest; I'd grown so accustomed to my offspring. As we're walking through the mall, we pass by a toy department, reminding me of a present for my beautiful omega. I don't know what I'll get him, but I enter the children's section and start looking around.

John: Adriel, you haven't met your mate yet, and already you're thinking about toys?

Adriel: Don't be silly. We're going to a party at the Blood Moon pack tomorrow. Leonardo's youngest brother is turning six, and he wants us to come, so I'm looking for an appropriate gift.

John: Let me get this straight. You're getting a gift for a kid, plus you're going to Leonardo's house?

Adriel: Yes, why so surprised?

John: Because you've never wanted to go, even after four years of friendship.

Adriel: Well, from now on, I plan to attend all their celebrations.

He looks at me, somewhat taken aback.

All of a sudden, someone bumps into me. I glance down and there he is.

Adriel: Liam?

Adriel: Liam, son, is that you?

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