ROSA'S POV"I'm so glad to know that things are just fine between you both, and I'm much more grateful for the gory details you released." Audrey gave me a wink, grinning mischievously. Today made it 5 days since Audrey's delivery. I had successfully convinced Ryan to let us stay back a while, and I couldn't be happier. Blaze was such a beautiful baby, and I had spent a better part of those 5 days with her. She completed me in a way I just couldn't explain, and what's more? She had my hair color! Actually, a shade darker. Almost a redhead. I couldn't believe it the first time it occured to me that she did.Both Audrey and King Logan neither had ginger/red hair, so it came as a surprise that their pup did. I wondered if it was because she was the Flaming Wolf.Ryan and I were to leave for the coldmoon pack today, and I finally had the courage to tell Audrey everything that had really been going on between he and I. The actual truth.My face had gone red when I narrated how our first t
RYAN'S POVRosa and I both walked into the council room. This was the first time she would be present for a council meeting. Luna Amelia and the Golden Height council chiefs were coming to our pack today, to get familiarized with our pack, and also discuss future plans together as an amalgamated pack.The council room was already filled up, and the chiefs were clearly waiting for Rosa and I to show up."Welcome back!" I watched in innocent surprise, as Rosa went into Dean's awaiting embrace."Why didn't you come along with the other chiefs?" She pouted like a child, making him release a hearty laughter. This was new. Don't get me wrong. Dean had always been a cheerful man, but there was always this reserved part of him. These days, he just seemed to let it all out.We had returned to our pack two days ago, but it was today he and Rosa were seeing each other since we returned. Speaking of Rosa, it was so funny that after holding my hand in the presence of everyone at the palace, and
ROSA'S POVI felt myself getting to the peak, as I reflexly dug my fingers into his back. I craved for my release so badly, wanting to have it all already. "Kiss me." I begged shamelessly, and a relaxed smile appeared on his face. Just as he leaned in to kiss me, fog filled the entire place, making my heart nearly jump out of my chest in fear. "What's happening?" I asked in utter confusion, and Ryan turned around immediately. The shock I felt when I saw the company we had, was second to none. What the hell were the witch elders doing here?! While we were in the middle of a rather passionate sex!Ryan quickly pulled out of me and stood up, grabbing his robe that laid on the floor across from us. I, on the other hand, pulled down my gown to cover my lower body, feeling Ryan's cum trail down my thighs as I stood up. Just great!I couldn't possibly feel more humiliated than this. The elders all had blank expressions, like they didn't just walk into something they weren't supposed to."I
RYAN'S POVFor the first time in a long while, I woke up with the thought of someone in my head. Rosa.It's been two days since our misunderstanding, and I haven't seen her. She hadn't come down for dinner these past couple of days, and I figured she had her meals taken up to her chambers.Had I been right to walk out when she asked me to? I mean, she asked me to leave! Was I supposed to stay back and try to make her understand why? Did I trust her enough, to let her know all of these things? Moreover, who would be glad to know that she was being attacked by the family of her mate's first mate? Brenda was a chapter of my life that I vowed to never open again, even if everyone had the notion that I killed her unjustly. Even if everyone thought that I was the villain of the story.The only people who knew the actual story, were Ralia, Philip, Beta Allister, king Logan, and his father; Kimg Xavier. I didn't plan on adding an extra person to the list.She claimed that I didn't care, rega
ROSA'S POV "Luna, the Alpha is back! Little miss Alvira is here." Laura informed, and a wide smile spread across my face. Alvira was finally here with us. Ryan had sojourned to the Golden Height pack yesterday, to pick up Alvira. Apparently, king Logan was setting up an academy for offsprings of high officials in the kingdom. I was supposed to travel together with Ryan, but Lily had put to birth two days back, and I thought it unfair to leave her alone to the care of Philip. I had to stay back and look after her. "I would be down shortly." I replied Laura, who nodded in understanding and left. "He would be on another trip to the palace tomorrow." Lily muttered beside me, lightly burping her pup who had his mouth latched onto her nipple. He was such a beautiful boy, and I couldn't imagine having a more perfect pup. "And he would be back, as usual." I shrugged. Ryan was to take Alvira to the palace tomorrow, and enroll her in the royal academy. "The only problem here, i
ROSA'S POV Would he also hit me like Andrew used to? It all happened like a trance, and the next thing I knew, I saw myself in blood moon pack again. In the lonely house and deserted area he made us live in. With a big belly and a broken arm. A swollen cheek and a black eye. Feeling the pain of his hard blows against my jaw, and the agony I felt when he kicked my belly. I yelled out in pain as my tummy began to feel like a battle ground, blood rushing out of my inner thighs. "Please stop!" I cried, not realizing I was acting out my thoughts. Slowly, I return to consciousness, having a scary internal debate whether or not Andrew was here. I kept my face hidden behind my arm, waiting to feel the sting of a slap across my arm or back, but I felt nothing. When I finally embraced the truth and realized that Andrew was long gone, it was already late. I had eventually brought down my arm to see Ryan, looking at me in shock and disbelief. He brought his hand closer to my f
RYAN'S POV I opened my eyes, looking beside me to see her laying so peacefully in my arms. She had her arm over my torso. I leaned in to sniff her hair, a small smile making its way to my face. What was I doing? I was smiling more these days. Way more than was normal for me. What was I even saying? Smiling wasn't something that was normal for me.... that was until she showed up in my life. I looked at the widows to see that it was still early in the morning. The morning light wasn't even fully out yet. For the past two weeks, I was at peace, knowing Rosa and Ray weren't seeing each other anymore. Henry and Martin had confirmed to me that ever since the other day Ray visited her chambers and spent hours with her, he hadn't shown up again. In as much as I still had no idea what went on between she and Ray that day, I chose to sweep it under the rug and trust that she didn't betray me. Moreover, I had decided to start trusting her, and this was part of it. I looked at h
ROSA'S POV "The Alpha left for the palace this morning. He asked me to see you out of his study as soon as you wake." She repeated, making a thousand and one thoughts swirl around my mind at once."I see." I whispered, pushing aside the duvet that covered my body, and standing to my feet. She had not seen it coming, when I lifted my hand and landed a clean slap across her cheek. Her eyes went wide in shock, as I inched closer to her. I guess she had been taking me for a fool, all the while. I had been too calm for so long, and that was going to end today."When my mate gives an instruction, don't you dare turn it around." I said, and she visibly swallowed. "Clean up and leave." I ordered, before walking out of the study. I was angry, because I had not done as much as I needed, to completely expel my anger. Another slap would have been great. Just as I walked down the hallway, leading to my chambers, I wondered why Ryan had left without saying goodbye. I remembered he had asked me t
17 YEARS LATER. THIRD PERSON'S POV. "Zeph!!! Stop please!" Blaze giggled while she ran, her heart beating wildly at the thought of Zephyr catching her. The rest of the family were scattered everywhere around the garden in Alpha Ryan's castle. Nyla and her mate were celebrating their pup's first birthday, and everyone were pretty much excited. Alpha Ryan, most especially. "This is just so sad." Rosa sighed, looking at Zane who stood at a distance from them all. He had been standing with his bestfriend; Alvira, but a huge part of his attention was on Blaze and his brother. "It is indeed." Ryan whispered next to her, making her throw him a hard glare. "This is all your fault, Ryan." Rosaline blamed him, blinking back the tears in her eyes. "Zane. My sweet boy doesn't deserve all of that." Rosa shook her head, standing up and making her way out of the garden. Ryan followed her. "Stop." He orderd, pulling his wife towards himself. "You will create a scene, my love." "Isn't it bet
THREE YEARS LATER.RYAN'S POV."You will pull out my haiiirrrrr, Ryaaannn...." Rosa cried out, as I pounded her from behind."Sorry, love." I exhaled sharply, releasing my hold immediately. "No, hold me." She protested. In that moment, I wanted to laugh out loudly, but was scared it would soil the mood."Mommy!" We both froze instantly. That could only be one person. Nyla!"Don't stop." Rosa whispered."But...." "Please, Ryan." She begged, sounding quite frustrated. Ever since kids came into the picture, sex became a stolen pleasure. "She's here." I quickly sniffed out our daughter, pulling out of Rosa immediately. The speed at which I used to get my shit together, was insane. I was thankful for my vamp speed.Rosaline simply tucked herself under the duvet, a very obvious frown on her face."Mommy!" Nyla waltzed in, her teddy bear in one hand."What have I said about knocking, Nyla?" Rosaline asked in a stern tone, making Nyla stop in her spot. She went mute for a while, almost as
ROSA'S POV.The total darkness had persisted for two days now. I looked into Nyla's crib, gently rocking back and forth. We had named her Nyla, which meant 'Achiever', or 'Successful one'. Amidst all the tribulations we had gone through, she was still able to come into this world unhurt. We knew there were more unknown battles ahead, considering the fact that her birth had obviously caused this darkness. We didn't know where exactly the threat was coming from, or what this phase meant. But we were more than ready to fight till death for our pup.I didn't want to believe that my little girl posed danger to the four kingdoms. If anything, I believed she was going to accomplish the impossible. She would bring about peace one way or another. She will.Goddess. My pup was such a beauty. She had Ryan's silver hair and my green eyes, which I thought was such a wonderful combo. Just then, I felt strong arms wrap me from behind."You should go get some rest babe." Ryan muttered, dropping ch
RYAN'S POV The moment I felt her presence in the room, my heart felt at peace again. I honestly can't explain how I hadn't completely died within the month she had stayed away from me.For weeks, I stayed trapped in this ice pillar formed by the ice sword, internally suffocated by the thought that she might have forgotten about me, or she was not okay.Sometimes, I was consoled by Ralia's words. She'd mention that Rosa was still having a difficult time to accept our new situation, which was the reason she couldn't bring herself to see me."And that was how I spent my day." She sighed happily, making me feel immense satisfaction. I was glad that Rosa was being able to find happiness in others, regardless of my inability to live for her.I may not have been able to speak or move, but I could see her beautiful face whenever she came before me. I could hear her talk, and that was enough for me.The goddess knows that I'd rather remain in this painful state, than to die completely and lea
ROSA'S POV. "Daaad! Enough with the suspense already." I pouted, still walking wherever he led me. About half an hour ago, father had taken me from the castle, claiming he had a surprise for me. In trust, I followed him into the carriage, and rode out with him. Laura had accompanied us as well, looking even more excited than I was. Whatever surprise my father had for me, would definitely be good. I knew it. He had blindfolded me before we arrived our destination, so I wasn't even sure of where we were. "A couple more steps, honey." He urged. I could hear the excitement in his voice. "Okay." I muttered, taking those steps. Suddenly, I couldn't feel his hands on my shoulders anymore, making me slide into a few seconds of positive panic. "Father?" I called, but got not response. "Laura?" I called, but got no response either. "Interesting...." I whispered. "Traitor!" I heard a chuckle, before feeling someone's hand trying to untie the blindfold on my eyes. The moment th
ROSA'S POV "Push harder, Rosa." Father encouraged, and I tried so hard to increase my focus. I could feel so much pressure in my head, as sweat broke out on my forehead.I actually felt close enough, almost touching the price. But what was holding me back?"Sweetie, you'll be fine. Just fine." Father's whisper blew over my ears like a calm wind and in that moment, I finally let it go. A second later, I heard a huge blast and my heart dropped in an excited manner.My eyes fell on the burning roast in front of us, and I could very well see that it worked!! My magic worked!!!"I did that!!" I grinned, jumping in excitement. "Yes, you did." Father grinned as well, clapping his hands. "Easy there." He muttered, referring to how much I was jumping in that moment.For the first time in three weeks, I was finally pulling off something by myself. Ever since father had succeeded in dragging me out of my broken world three weeks back, he had continuously kept me engaged. He started training
A MONTH LATER.ROSA'S POV.I stared into space, my mind just as blank as my life. These past weeks have been the most challenging ones for me. Never in my life, had I thought that I'd lose someone I loved, even while they were still alive and breathing. "Rosa!" I jerked at the sound of my name, looking to the door to see who had called. Ralia."I have been calling your attention for a while now." She muttered, her expression a mix of worry and pity. Of course, my life was pitiable. From one period of sorrow, to an even worse one."Sorry, didn't hear you." I apologized, releasing a low sigh as I made to readjust my position on the bed, in a way that I'd be facing her. It was a bit difficult for me to achieve, seeing as I was very heavy with pup.I was two months and one week gone, and was due anytime between two to three weeks from now. All the while, I had prayed that some sort of miracle would happen. That he would sudden come back to me alive and well.I dreaded having this pup al
THIRD PERSON'S POV It wasn't long after Guilford disclosed Rosa's imminent arrival, and the rogue vampires showed up with her. Everyone was shocked to see that Guilford didn't have just werewolf rogues, but also vampire rogues on this mission of his."And here, she is." Guilford grinned and Ryan instantly released his hold on him, making him fall gracelessly to the ground.Ryan tried mindlinking Rosa, but found it impossible to do so."How?" He whispered, as he tried to figure out what was happening with their mindlink. He watched with full attention, as Rosa shivered in her spot. Without wasting any more time, he made his way to her and gave her a fierce hug that let the tears freely pour down her eyes.They had killed Dean MacQuoid, and she couldn't have felt the pain of that any worse than she was presently feeling it. Just when their relationship was at its turning point. She had lost the one man who...... The one man who had willingly given his own life to protect her. Her fat
ROSA'S POV.My heart lurched in worry, as more time passed after Ryan and Logan had left. "Don't worry, love. They would both be fine." Audrey patted my back affectionately. "But.....""It's only been 20 minutes. Don't worry." "Okay." I nodded frantically, still feeling uneasy. I definitely didn't think that pathetic man stood a chance against my mate and king Logan, so why was I feeling this way? "Why can't I connect to his mindlink then?" I muttered. "Maybe he purposely shut you out, knowing you were going to get this way." She reasoned.Fair enough. "Alright then.... you should try mindlinking Logan as well." I suggested."No, darling." She smiled at me in disbelief. "I should try getting back to my baby, and feeding her.""Oh, Blaze." I whispered, feeling guilty for having forgotten her. "Yeah, she should be awake anytime now. And when she does, she would certainly be hungry. Lady has a huge appetite." Audrey said, standing up and excusing herself. "Would be back soon, love.