ROSA'S POV "Arghh! Fuck!" He panted heavily as he pulled out of me, and collapsed beside me on the bed. I tried to conceal my dissatisfaction, facing the other side of the bed. Each day that passed, he seemed to have become faster at chasing his release. He didn't spend so long moving inside me, and it made it difficult for me to enjoy it as much as I hoped to. "You should put on some clothes." I heard him say behind me, and I turned to him. I was surprised to see that he was still awake, having expected him to be fast asleep by now. He always went straight to sleep, immediately after sex. "Go." He nudged me by my shoulder, making me frown slightly. "Put on some clothes." I didn't have to ask why he insisted that I put on some clothes, because I guess I already knew. He was repulsed by the scars all over my body. "Okay." I whispered, trying so hard to not let the tears in my eyes drop. Slowly, I stood from the bed and made my way to the closet. It was still early in the
RYAN'S POV I calmly watched the chiefs and honourables whisper amongst themselves, as I waited for the next topic of deliberation to be brought up. "What next?" I asked eventually, tired of listening to their annoying whispers. "Al...Alpha." One of the chiefs stuttered, making me roll my eyes. Why was he stuttering now? "Speak." I urged impatiently. "Alpha, it is a situation with the MacQuoids." Philip informed. Instantly, my eyes moved towards the representative of the Honourables, and my gaze fell on Dean MacQuoid. Next to him was Hazel MacQuoid. "What about?" I asked, feeling quite non chalant. Ever since Ralia showed up here, I wasn't in my element. "We are yet to appoint a new power custodian, Alpha." Dean MacQuoid was the one who revealed. He spared a glance at his mother; Hazel, for a moment, before holding my gaze. Bold. He had always been bold. Dean, I mean. And honourable, and..... I just couldn't place my hand on it. Fatherly? Orrrr just.... a kind man
RYAN'S POV The past week had been both crazy and worrisome. The stupid prince Sebastian had abducted some of my pack members, with the intent of forcing me to the meeting he had arranged with his cohort Alphas. Of course, I had to go because my innocent pack members needed rescuing. Sebastian and the other foolish Alphas were so lucky they hadn't pushed me to the wall, because so much blood would have been spilled. I wasn't one to be crossed with. Sebastian had made his offer for me to side with him during his planned rebellion on the day of coronation, which was a week away as at the time. Now, the coronation was in two days. I guess he was even more foolish to try and entice me with wealth and a position of power. Was he simply daft? Didn't he know my pack was the richest after the king's pack? And how much more power could he possibly give me? I was the strongest creature currently existing. What more could top that? When Ralia had told me that her reason for wanting to l
ROSA'S POV A baby maker. That was all they had reduced me to, yet it seemed to be that I wasn't good at it either. Why wasn't I getting pregnant? Was I barren or could my womb not hold a pup? I was taking things hard on myself now, because it had become clear that this was my only way to survive in the blood moon pack. Especially now that I knew what my mate's parents thought of me. Left to them, their son would have been better off with a different and stronger she~wolf. Now here I was, trying so hard to birth a pup, so I don't get thrown out of the new home I found myself. 'You think this a home?' My wolf muttered, and my shoulders slumped in defeat. She was right. This didn't exactly feel like 'home'. But at least, no one was hitting me here. I wondered when I was gonna find myself somewhere that reminds me of my late mother's love and care. Not that I hoped to leave Andrew or anything, but I was simply wishing...... "Rosa! There you are!" I looked up to see a bubbly Lea
RYAN'S POV Within two days, so much had happened. Things that would probably drive a normal person insane. How on earth was Queen Brienne still alive? How was it possible that she had stayed away all these years? And most of all, how come she was a vampire?! Well, I already knew the answers to all the questions, but it was all still surreal. The actions I had taken in the space of two days, were surreal. Now here I was, in the palace with a traitor at my mercy. It was the coronation day, and I had succeeded in bringing necessary evidence to take Sebastian and his evil mother down. The fact that Sebastian's mother had been the reason behind queen Brienne's disappearance, had me so thirsty for vengeance. "Ryan!" I heard someone call me, and looked up to see queen Brienne walking towards me. Behind her, was the other vampire whom I had come to know as Dante. He was her beloved. The three witch elders were also present, which made me beat down the urge to curse out. After fi
ROSA'S POV I sat in a mix of fear and silence, as I watched the maids pack up our belongings from Andrew and I's chambers. He stood at the other end of the room, also observing all that was happening in silence. Disturbing silence. It was still so unreal to me. Alpha Dean and Luna Marion were dead. They were executed at the palace a week back. I know they had never been nice to me, or even liked me, but I never wished for such upon them. I glanced at Andrew once more, and couldn't believe I felt bad for him. Especially after what he had done to me. He had been unusually quiet the whole week, probably still trying to accept the present situation of things. His parents had been executed for being a part of the rebellion against the present king. And his sister had been rejected by the king, for also being a party to the rebellion all along. I just didn't understand why Audrey would think of betraying her mate that way. Part of the charges laid against her, was the fac
ROSA'S POV "She lost it!" Came Audrey's angry voice. "She lost the pregnancy!" "Again" Denver added. "I'm fed up, Denver. I'm fucking fed up!!" She yelled in annoyance. My eyes were still very much closed, but I could hear them talking the whole time. They probably thought I was still unconscious, and I would let it remain that way. Atleast, the past couple of minutes since I regained consciousness, had let me be a bit reminiscent of the past one year and four months. Oh? You thought the pregnancy I just lost was that of the other night? The other night was over a year ago, and since then, this was the third pregnancy I was losing. The third Andrew was beating out. Right now, I simply felt blank. "You should eat something. You haven't had anything to eat all day." I heard Denver say to Audrey, and after a few seconds they went away. They probably went to the hospital cafteria to get some food, and I took that as my opportunity to leave. With so much pain and discom
ROSA'S POV How I felt? Free. I smiled in guilty satisfaction, as I threw in the last of my belongings into my suitcase, ready to leave this sad life behind. Very eager to leave this lonely and secluded house that Andrew had forced me to call a home. He was buried this morning, and I was already prepared to leave. Picking up my suitcase, I walked out of the room, making my way towards the living room. I looked around the place for a moment, and I felt a pang within me. Andrew was really dead. For the first time since it happened, I felt the numbness within me, develop into sadness. But the sadness disappeared as quickly as came. "Goodbye Andrew." I whispered in the eerily silent living room, before making my way out. It had taken me a while to get to my destination, because of the extra luggage I had carried. But eventually, I arrived at the place that would be my new home. It was a place I wasn't used to, but with time I would definitely adjust. Opening the door and wa
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.