The Day He Forgot He Hated Me by Evangeline Marrow 113 Summary
In Chapter 113 of “The Day He Forgot He Hated Me,” the protagonist finds herself on the porch, sensing an impending danger as she watches the trees sway. Inside, Arlo is recovering from a previous battle, while Asher stands beside her, both feeling the tension in the air. The atmosphere grows heavier as they realize that a threat is approaching, prompting Dennis to rally the warriors to protect the packhouse. The shadows begin to emerge from the trees, creating an ominous presence that fills the characters with dread.
As the shadows attack, chaos ensues, and Arlo struggles with the bond he shares with them. The protagonist, along with Asher and Gage, tries to support him, channeling their energy to help him resist the pull of the shadows. However, they quickly realize that Lilly, a member of their group, has aligned herself with the dark forces, revealing her intentions to gain power and freedom at the cost of their safety. This betrayal escalates the conflict, as the shadows grow stronger with Lilly’s dark energy.
Faced with overwhelming odds, the protagonist feels a surge of doubt but is reminded of her lineage and the unique power within her. As Lilly threatens to unleash more chaos, the protagonist embraces her true potential, unleashing a powerful light that pushes back the shadows. The battle culminates in a blinding explosion of energy, causing the shadows to retreat and ultimately vanish. Exhausted yet triumphant, she collapses, supported by Asher, as the pack begins to assess the aftermath.
In the wake of the battle, the protagonist is both celebrated for her bravery and warned of the ongoing threat. As the pack tends to their wounds, she reflects on the gravity of the situation and the knowledge that the shadows may return. The chapter closes with a sense of resolve, as she vows to protect her loved ones, understanding that this confrontation is just the beginning of a larger struggle against darkness. The cleansing rain symbolizes both the end of this battle and the uncertainty of future challenges they will face together.
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**CHAPTER 113**
On that fateful morning, I found myself perched on the steps of the porch, my gaze lost in the gentle sway of the trees that stood tall in the distance. The world around me felt eerily still, as if it held its breath in anticipation. Inside, Arlo lay resting, still recovering from the exhausting battle that had drained him both physically and mentally. Asher stood beside me, leaning against the railing, his presence a steady anchor amidst the brewing storm. His gray eyes were sharp, constantly scanning the treeline, alert for any sign of movement.
“You feel it too?” I whispered, my voice barely rising above the rustle of leaves.
He nodded once, a grim acknowledgment that sent a shiver down my spine. “They’re coming. It’s like the air is warning us,” he replied, his tone grave and serious.
I swallowed hard, my throat dry as I turned my attention back to the packhouse. Dennis and Petra were busy organizing the warriors, their movements purposeful and urgent. Nearby, Gage and Lilly were engaged in conversation near the training field, but there was something unsettling about the way they stood—Lilly’s posture was tense, her eyes darting as if she sensed a danger that eluded the rest of us.
Just then, Arlo emerged from the main door, rubbing his wrist where the silver mark still glowed faintly, a reminder of the bond that connected him to the shadows. “They’re close,” he murmured, his voice barely above a whisper. “Too close.”
No sooner had the words left his lips than the sky darkened ominously. Shadows began to stir within the trees—no longer simply walking, but gliding, merging into one another, forming long, sinuous shapes that slithered toward the packhouse.
“Positions!” Dennis roared, his voice cutting through the tension like a knife. “Protect the borders!”
All around us, wolves shifted into action, their howls echoing through the clearing like a haunting symphony. I reached for Asher’s hand, feeling the warmth of his energy pulse through me, grounding me in that moment of chaos.
Then, like a dam breaking, the shadows struck.
They surged from the forest like a relentless tide, twisting and coiling through the clearing. Their whispers filled the air—words I couldn’t decipher, yet they resonated deep within my chest, cold and dark, scraping at the edges of my sanity.
Arlo staggered, clutching his mark as if it were a lifeline. “They’re calling to me again!” he gasped, panic lacing his voice.
Without hesitation, Asher and I grasped him firmly, channeling our energy through the bond we shared, desperate to drown out the insistent pull. “Focus!” I cried, urgency flooding my words. “You’re with us! Stay with us!”
Gage appeared at our side, his golden energy flaring to life as he slammed one of the shadows back with a fierce determination. “We need to keep them away from the house!” he shouted, his voice a rallying cry.
Dennis and the warriors fought valiantly near the border, their claws slicing through the misty forms with fierce resolve. Yet, for every shadow they vanquished, two more emerged, relentless and hungry. The ground trembled beneath the weight of the attack, a reminder of the chaos that surrounded us.
“They’re too many!” Petra’s voice rang out from across the clearing, filled with desperation.
Lilly’s scream pierced the turmoil. “Gage! Behind you!”
He spun around, unleashing a wave of golden light that struck one of the creatures square in the chest. It dissolved into nothingness, but when the smoke cleared, my heart dropped. Lilly stood before the packhouse, her hands glowing with a sinister black energy.
I froze, dread pooling in my stomach. “No…”
Asher’s voice sliced through the tension. “Trinity—look!”
The shadows weren’t attacking her; they were circling her, a dark halo of protection.
Arlo gasped, realization dawning in his eyes. “She’s the one. She’s helping them!”
Lilly turned her head slowly, her eyes burning like embers. “You never understood, Trinity. You never knew what they promised,” she said, her voice dripping with malice.
Gage stumbled back, his golden light wavering. “Lilly—what have you done?”
A cruel, hollow smile spread across her face. “They offered me freedom. Power. More than you or your little bond could ever give.”
The ground split open beneath her feet, a rush of dark energy spilling forth and spreading like wildfire. The shadows surged forward once more, emboldened by the energy she unleashed.
Dennis roared commands, but even he was being pushed back now. The entire pack found themselves surrounded, trapped in a desperate struggle.
Panic clawed at my insides. “We can’t hold them!” I cried, my voice tinged with fear.
Asher seized my arm, his grip firm and reassuring. “We can. You can. You have to.”
I shook my head, doubt creeping in. “Not enough power—”
“Yes, there is,” Arlo interjected suddenly, his voice steady. “Your bloodline, Trinny. Where our power comes from. The energy you used before. The one that comes from you alone. That’s what they fear. That’s what they’re here for.”
My heart raced, pounding in my chest like a drum. I could feel it—the energy coursing through my veins, the mark on my chest pulsing with a life of its own. That strange pull I had always fought to control was now begging to be unleashed.
Lilly raised her hand, summoning another wave of shadows. “You think you can stop what’s already begun?” she taunted. “Your parents wanted this, Trinity! They made you what you are!”
Her words struck me like a physical blow. I stared at her, my insides trembling. “My parents created the shadows…”
“Yes,” she replied, her grin widening. “And they’ll finish what they started. You’ll join them soon.”
That was the final straw. I snapped.
I stepped forward, breaking free from Asher’s hold. “No. I won’t join them. I’ll end them.”
The mark on my chest flared to life, blinding white light radiating from me. Power surged through my being, stronger than anything I had ever experienced. My body quaked with it, my skin aflame, my vision blurring at the edges.
“Asher!” I heard him shout my name, but his voice felt distant, like a whisper carried away by the wind. The world around me faded, leaving only the raw, unstoppable energy that coursed through my veins.
The shadows lunged at me. I raised both hands, surrendering to the power within.
Light erupted from me, a brilliant explosion of silver and white mingled with gold and gray. The ground cracked beneath my feet, and the shadows screamed as the light engulfed them, their forms twisting and disintegrating. I pushed harder, pouring every ounce of strength I possessed into that single, radiant force.
The bond with Asher and Arlo flared wide open, their energy rushing into mine. I could feel their fear, their desperation—but also their unwavering trust.
The shadows began to retreat, hissing and clawing at the ground in a frantic bid for escape. Lilly screamed, her dark energy faltering. “No! You can’t stop them! They belong to the dark!”
But I didn’t stop. I couldn’t. My power surged, building like a tempest within me. My blood burned, my heart pounded so violently I could barely draw breath. I pushed again, harder, until the entire clearing blazed like a thousand suns.
The shadows let out a final, anguished scream—and then they vanished. The black mist was drawn back into the earth, pulled through the rift that had opened beneath Lilly.
The energy snapped back like a taut string. I felt my knees buckle beneath me.
Asher caught me just before I fell, his arms strong and steady. My body trembled, my vision swimming. The world spun around me, everything feeling distant and surreal.
Silence enveloped the packhouse. The air was thick with the scent of rain and smoke. The shadows were gone.
Lilly lay unconscious near the border, her dark energy extinguished. Gage knelt beside her, his hands trembling. He didn’t meet my gaze.
Dennis and Petra were already tending to the pack, counting injuries with a grim determination, but the air was heavy with unspoken words.
All eyes turned to me.
I struggled to breathe, my chest burning with every heartbeat. “Are… are they gone?” I whispered, my voice barely audible.
Asher nodded, his voice low and rough with emotion. “You did it. You sent them back.”
Arlo knelt beside me, his hands glowing faintly. “You shouldn’t have pushed that far. You could’ve died.”
I attempted a smile, but it hurt too much. “It worked, didn’t it?”
He shook his head, tears glistening in his eyes. “You scared the hell out of all of us.”
Asher tightened his grip around me, his worry palpable. “Don’t ever do that again.”
I let out a weak laugh, a sound tinged with exhaustion. “No promises.”
Dennis stepped forward, his expression serious. “She saved us. But this isn’t over. Whoever’s behind this… they’ll come back. And now they know what she can do.”
Asher lifted me gently, cradling me against his chest. “Then they’ll know what happens when they come for her again.”
I rested my head on his shoulder, my body heavy with fatigue. The mark on my chest still glowed faintly, pulsing in time with the slow rhythm of my heart.
In the distance, thunder rumbled ominously. The storm that had been gathering finally broke, rain pouring down over the clearing, cleansing the remnants of shadow from the ground.
Gage carried Lilly inside, his expression unreadable. No one dared to stop him.
Arlo remained close, his eyes scanning the dark sky. “They’re sealed… for now,” he murmured, his voice heavy with foreboding. “But the bond between the realms isn’t broken. They’ll try again. And next time, they’ll use someone stronger than Lilly.”
I closed my eyes, feeling the cold rain wash over my face. “Then we’ll be ready. Whatever it takes.”
The rain continued to fall, and the pack slowly began to move again, rebuilding, comforting, breathing. Even as I drifted on the edge of consciousness, I understood that this wasn’t the end.
If they were foolish enough to attempt to breach the realms again, they would know exactly what they were up against. Me. Even if it cost me my life, I was determined to protect those I loved.
Conclusion
In the aftermath of the storm, a fragile calm settled over the packhouse, the air now thick with the scent of rain and renewal. I felt the weight of exhaustion pressing down on me, but amidst the fatigue, a flicker of strength ignited within my chest. The battle had been won, yet the war loomed on the horizon, casting a shadow over our momentary victory. Asher’s steady heartbeat against my ear served as a reminder that I was not alone; the bonds we forged in the heat of chaos had only grown stronger. I had faced the darkness, not just within the shadows that threatened us but within myself, and emerged transformed. The mark on my chest pulsed in rhythm with my resolve, a testament to the power I had claimed and the love that anchored me.
Yet, even as the rain washed away the remnants of our struggle, a sense of foreboding lingered in the air. I could feel Arlo’s concern, Dennis’s determination, and the quiet resilience of my pack surrounding me, a protective barrier against the unknown. We had faced the darkness together, and though the shadows had retreated for now, I knew they would return, stronger and more cunning than before. But I was ready. I would stand firm, wielding the light within me to shield those I loved from the encroaching night. The storm had tested us, but it had also forged a new path forward—one where I would embrace my power, not just to fight, but to protect. Whatever challenges lay ahead, I would meet them with unwavering courage, for I had discovered that love was the fiercest weapon of all.
What to Expect in Next Chapter?
**What to Expect in the Next Chapter?**
As the storm rages on, the aftermath of the battle leaves the pack reeling, and the tension is palpable. With Lilly unconscious and the shadows temporarily banished, the looming question remains: who orchestrated this dark assault, and what are their true intentions? In the next chapter, we will delve deeper into the mysteries that surround Trinity’s lineage and the dark forces that seem to be closing in on her. Asher and Arlo will grapple with their own fears and doubts, while Trinity must confront the weight of her newfound power and the implications it holds for the future.
Expect revelations that will shake the very foundation of their world. As the pack begins to recover, old alliances may be tested, and new threats will emerge from the shadows. The fragile peace they fought so hard to achieve is only a prelude to the greater battle ahead. Will Trinity be able to harness her power effectively, or will the darkness prove too strong? As secrets unravel and the past collides with the present, the stakes will rise higher than ever. Prepare for an emotional rollercoaster as loyalties are questioned, and the true nature of the enemy is revealed, setting the stage for an epic confrontation that could change everything.
Sara Lili is a daring romance writer who turns icy landscapes into scenes of fiery passion. She loves crafting hot love stories while embracing the chill of Iceland’s breathtaking cold.
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