Daykan Greystone has always felt like an outcast because he was the product of a forbidden romance between a wolf slayer and a werewolf. He never really felt like he belonged anywhere and was mostly alone until he met the strongly opinionated and feisty vet; Naomi Peters. He never expected to fall in love with a human and just when it seems like everything is falling into place, a vicious form of evil threatens to take her away from him. Is he finally ready to accept both sides of his heritage so he can defeat this beast? Naomi Peters was looking for a new beginning when she moved to Carson. It felt too good to be true when hot gym owner; Daykan Greystone suddenly developed an unexplainable attachment to her. But nothing could have prepared her for his big secret and she is unexpectedly thrust into a world she knows nothing about when a Wraeken sets its sights on her. Is Naomi willing to trust Daykan with her life? Will she give her heart to him even though he comes along with more than his fair share of baggage?
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Lana had always dreamt of this moment; holding the hand of her soul mate as she struggled to give birth to their child. While other women might not be particularly enthusiastic about the process of giving birth, it was something she had always yearned for.She had always been prepared to embrace the pain because she felt there was no greater joy than being a mother.The contractions that caused her teeth to clench in pain did not seem to hurt so much as she gazed into the eyes of her significant other.“You are doing fine baby, just keep pushing and it will be over soon,” Erek encouraged as he gently squeezed Lana’s hand.He was terrified because Lana was bleeding a lot and he couldn’t imagine losing her. It was fairly common for a she-wolf to die on the birthing bed and with Lana being a human; her chances of survival were less than average.“Just a little further Lana, I can see your baby’s head,” Zera called from between Lana’s open legs.Zera had helped give birth to majority of the pack’s children, with Erek being one of those numbers. She was usually assisted by Kavia and Sildra, who were present now and prepared for any complications.“Ahhhhhhh!!!!” Lana screamed in pain as she pushed and her whole body strained with the effort.A loud piercing cry filled the room as her baby’s head popped out into Zera’s gentle waiting arms.“That’s it Lana, I need another mighty push to get the rest of the baby out of there, one more push and you can rest.” Zera urged Lana to try again.“Ahhhhhhh!!!!!!!!!!!!” Lana screamed louder than before as she gave it her all once more.“It’s a boy Erek,” Zera said with a wide smile as she wrapped the child in a soft green blanket handed to her by Kavia.“We have a boy Lana, I am so proud of you, my love.” Erek kissed Lana’s forehead and his eyes shone with unshed tears.“His eyes are glowing silver, which means he has Wolf’s Mark, you are very lucky Erek.” Sildra said as she peered over Zera’s shoulder to get a look at the baby.Erek was indeed lucky; majority of half-breeds did not possess the wolf’s mark.This meant that although his mate was a human, their child had gotten more of Erek’s genes; including wolf’s mark and had all the abilities that a purebred would have.Perhaps one day he might become an Alpha like me. Perhaps he will be so exceptional that the pack would actually allow a half breed lead them. Erek thought with a hopeful smile.“Oh please, let me hold my baby in my arms.” Lana pleaded weakly as she stretched out her arms.“Just a minute, let me clean him up. Don’t strain yourself Lana, you need to rest and I can see the question in your eyes Erek.Once we stitch her up and she gets enough rest, she will be just fine.” Zera said with a little smile as she gently wiped the baby with a warm towel.Erek let out a deep breath that he wasn’t even aware he had been holding, his mate and child were alright and he couldn’t be happier as he stared into Lana’s eyes.Zera continued wiping the baby, but stopped when she got to his chest as her eyes widened in shock.“What is this? But.. but.. bu, this doesn’t make any sense. How.. wh.. why?” Zera stammered in shock.“What’s the matter Zera?” Erek asked in panic as he looked towards her.“Is something wrong with my baby? What is wrong with my baby, Zera?” Lana asked with her eyes wide with fear as she struggled to sit up.“Look!” Zera exclaimed as she held the baby towards Kavia and Sildra and they gasped in shock.On the left side of the baby’s chest, just above his nipple was a pink birthmark in the shape of a flower and that was what Zera, Kavia and Sildra stared at in horror.Erek rushed to them and inhaled sharply when he saw the birthmark and he slowly turned to look at Lana with shock in his eyes.“Why does your baby bear the mark of a Wolf Slayer, Lana?” Zera growled as her eyes glowed with a silver light.She tossed the baby on the bed in disgust and the little one cried in protest at the rough treatment.“My love, there must be some sort of explanation for this. Please explain so I will understand,” Erek pleaded in a shaky voice as he knelt beside the bed.“I am sorry Erek, I should have told you.” Lana said as tears rolled down her face.“She really is a wolf slayer! She must be a spy! They have broken our pact and now she must die!” Sildra shrieked as she went down on all fours and howled.“No, please wait, I’m not a spy. I never meant for things to turn out like this! Erek please I’m sorry. My love for you is real, please believe me.” Lana begged weakly as she stretched out her right hand to Erek.“I believe you, my darling.” Erek said as he held her outstretched hand.The door opened wide and other members of the pack rushed in after hearing Sildra’s howl.“What is going on brother?” Lacan asked as he worriedly looked at Erek, his younger brother.“The baby has the mark of a wolf slayer because his mother is one! He also bears wolf’s mark! Lana tricked us all; she has given birth to an abomination; a hybrid!” Zera growled as hatred filled her eyes.The other members of the pack growled as they walked further into the room and surrounded the bed where Lana lay.Some stopped to look at the birthmark on the baby, but they all eventually ended up in a semicircle around Lana and Erek.“They sent a spy to us? She must die for this! Step away from her, brother” Lacan said as his eyes glowed.“No, I won’t let you kill her!” Erek said as he glared at all of them present.Erek had been trying to control the urge to change, but his other side won because of the danger that surrounded them. He had to protect his little family, no matter the cost and that was the only thing on his mind as he felt his clothes rip apart.Grey fur rapidly spread out all over his body as he grew in size and his hands became paws tipped with deadly claws.His mouth changed shape as it elongated and his teeth grew as they became razor sharp, while his ears were no longer at the side of his head but on top. He growled in warning as he got ready to attack.He was magnificent as he stood before them and if not for the current situation, the pack would have been proud to call him their Alpha.The other members had changed also and it was obvious that Erek was greatly outnumbered.“Please spare our son, my sweet Daykan.” Lana said weakly as she held Lacan’s gaze.It was a pity that she never got the chance to hold her child in her warm embrace.***********************Twenty Eight Years LaterSam and Tina thought that it would be a wonderful idea to go hiking in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest for their third date. As they stared at the beautiful sun and felt the cool breeze surround them in the woods, it seemed that they had been right.“Isn’t nature just beautiful? I could spend weeks out here, just me and the great outdoors.” Tina said with a content smile as the wind ruffled her waist length blond hair.“You are absolutely right. But if you ever do want to spend weeks out here, give me a call; it would be just us and the great outdoors.” Sam corrected with a wink.He really did like Tina and enjoyed spending time with her and he hoped that she felt the same way. Maybe, this relationship could really go somewhere and they would be together for a long time.Tina blushed at Sam’s words, she couldn’t wait to get home and have a long conversation on the phone with her girlfriends. It would be so nice to tell them about her new man and how she had finally gotten over Jake.Sam stretched out his hand to her and she happily took it as they continued on their path.They never noticed the beast stalking them from the thick bushes meters away. He was drooling as he watched them act out their little love play.As he prepared to pounce, a part of him felt excited about turning their wonderful day into their worst nightmare. He landed on the man first and almost moaned in satisfaction as he sunk his teeth into Sam’s throat.Tina’s scream of horror was the perfect soundtrack to his grand performance as he tore away a huge chunk of Sam’s flesh and blood gushed out.“Someone please help us!” Tina screamed as she began running in the direction they had come from.He was after her in a flash. He really did love a chase and just couldn’t get enough of human flesh.Chapter Seventy TwoDaykan felt a surge course through his body from the crown of his head to the soles of his feet.He was charged up.He grabbed Naomi by her chin and pulled her close until he could feel her breath on his face.She was gently panting.Naomi knew that her breath was coming out in short puffs. She was probably breathing like a dog.There was no way that could be sexy. But Daykan didn’t look disgusted.He looked like he wanted to devour her whole. His eyes were captivating; it felt like they were drawing her in. She would gladly drown in them.This was the longest she had ever stared into his eyes when they were red and glowing.It looked like there was a faint outline of a werewolf in his pupils.He flashed a grin which was more teeth than smile; and she felt her insides melt. All her organs had turned to goo and they were sliding down her body.That must explain why there was a pool of wetness between her legs.She needed to take a really deep breath so her chest co
Chapter Seventy OneDaykan’s brows shot up in surprise. “Are you sure?”He didn’t want to mention that the last time she had seen him like that, things hadn’t ended so well.Naomi tried to sound firm. “Yes, I am.” “Alright then. I just want you to know that you’re completely safe. You don’t have to be afraid. I won’t do anything to hurt you. Okay?” Daykan said gently.“Okay.”Daykan looked around. “Let me just make some space.”He picked up the coffee table with one hand and Naomi gasped. From experience, she knew how heavy that table was.Daykan shrugged, “Sorry, I just figured I didn’t have to pretend anymore since my secret is out.”“You don’t have to apologize. Umm… just a little surprised, that’s all. Go on.” She wondered what other things he could do.She got up and stood at the side so she wouldn’t be in his way.Daykan moved the coffee table to the corner. He moved the couch and armchairs too, until there was a wide space in the living room.“Alright then, everything is set.
Chapter SeventyHis mate was here. She was really here.It felt like so long since Daykan had seen Naomi. She was wearing a pink short sleeved dress. It stopped just above her knees.He longed to take her into his arms but he didn’t want to scare her away.She slowly dropped her hand.“Hi…” Daykan started softly like he was trying not to spook an animal. “I’m so glad to se…”Daykan’s eyes suddenly changed to a deep red and Naomi recoiled in shock.“May… maybe I should just leave.” She said hurriedly and took a step back.“No, please don’t go. Just give me a minute.” Daykan averted his gaze and looked down at the floor.Come on damn eyes! Change back to normal.“Why are they like that?” Naomi asked softly. “Is it because you’re hungry?” “No, no, no. It’s nothing like that.” Daykan hurriedly reassured her in case she thought he was trying not to gobble her up. “It’s because I’m so happy to see you.”“Huh? How do you mean?”“Sometimes when my emotions get the best of me, my other side s
Chapter Sixty NineAfter the encounter with Naomi in the woods, Daykan had been in a daze.He had walked to his car stark naked, not a care in the world if anyone would see him; luckily that hadn’t happened.He had been conscious enough to slip into clothes and enter his car.But thirty minutes later, he had found himself parked in front of his apartment at the estate. By some miracle, he had managed to drive there without killing himself or anyone else. He had spent the day wallowing in misery.He looked at the clock and realized that it was time for the pack run. Maybe a run would help clear his head.But what would clear the debris in his chest from all the pieces of his broken heart?He wore a pallium and prepared to head out. Palliums are cloth made from a special material which wouldn’t rip apart when a werewolf transformed. It’s not always convenient to change back to human form and be butt naked. So they had appealed for something to be made.Word was the Moon Spirit had so
Chapter Sixty Eight“Moon Spirit?” Naomi was puzzled.Why was she shocked though?If werewolves were real, why not spirits too? “Yes. The Moon Spirit is our maker. We regard her as a divine deity. She’s basically our god. She’s the one who matches us with mates as well.” Senina explained patiently. “Only few werewolves are lucky to see her in their lifetime.”“Wow, and she appeared because of Daykan.” Naomi was impressed. “Yup, and in front of a number of people. My dad told me the story. He’s an Alpha too and had been waiting for Daykan’s delivery. He was against killing the baby but it wasn’t his pack and he was outnumbered.Until there was a sudden flash of light and she was floating in front of them. Although it was a sad situation, seeing the Moon Spirit is one of his best memories.” Senina smiled fondly. Xinoc’s face always lit up when he described the Moon Spirit.”What did the Moon Spirit say to them?” Naomi was fully interested in this story and not just because it concer
Chapter Sixty SevenSenina froze for a second.She had thought about this moment more than a few times. The day her best friend would finally find out that she wasn’t human.She had mixed feelings towards the whole thing.Would Naomi accept her for who she was or be terrified?She hadn’t pestered Daykan like Zekell had about telling Naomi the truth about what he was.She had been content with the convenient stalling.She had tried not to be worried about it.After all, Daykan and Naomi were fated mates. So there was a high chance Naomi would accept him for who he was; and in turn, her.Over the years, she had heard stories about other werewolves who had revealed themselves to humans. Some didn’t take it very well.In fact, there was a popular story passed down from generation to generation, about a male werewolf who had revealed himself to his closest friends. They had drugged him and then taken him to the authorities. This was one of the reasons for the strict rules about humans kn
Chapter Sixty SixNaomi stared at Daykan.The image of Sharon’s mutilated body was seared into her memory for life. It was heartbreaking to think that one of Daykan’s kind had done that to her; unprovoked for that matter.Sharon was such an amazing person and she had ended up just being food for a monster.All her dreams and accomplishments had been for nothing. But could she really blame Daykan for that?No one was blaming her for the serial killer they had recently caught in Texas just because he was a human being like her.He hadn’t done anything to harm her or someone she knew.If she pulled the trigger, wasn’t it just coldblooded murder? Those were the thoughts her brain was filling her mind with.Her heart was on the same page with her brain but for different reasons. This was Daykan; the man she had once thought was the love of her life.She couldn’t just erase all the moments and laughter they had shared. All the whispers of passion he had murmured in her ears during lovemak
Chapter Sixty FiveThis was never how Daykan would have wanted Naomi to find out.But now, the cat… umm… werewolf was out of the bag.Ever since Senina and Zekell had left the gym, his mind had not been at rest.Naomi had never mentioned resuming at the clinic today; and he was curious about the way she had found.So he had hurried down here and traced her scent to the woods. He saw her in danger and had barely been aware of changing. The next thing he knew, there was a wolf in his mouth and he was tearing the thing apart.In spite of the situation, Naomi almost laughed at how stupid she sounded.How could she even have thought this monster in front of her was her boyfriend? She was still sitting on the ground. Her gun had fallen close to her leg. All she needed to do was carefully reach out and she could grab it.Who was she kidding? The gun hadn’t been able to stop the tiny wolf. It certainly didn’t stand a chance against this huge beast. The one that had killed Sharon.The creat
Chapter Sixty FourNaomi got to the clinic, switched off the ignition and just sat in the parking lot staring at the steering wheel.But her mind wasn’t in the jeep with her. It was already in the clinic.She hadn’t been back there since that night. Anita, Dan and Sophie were the ones who had cleaned up.They were also the ones who had been handling things in her absence. Although the clinic currently wasn’t as functional as it used to be.Someone stopped by daily to take care of the in house patients, otherwise it was locked up. And all the townspeople knew that if there was any animal related emergency they had to put in a call so a staff could be there to take care of it.All other appointments had been put on hold.But Naomi thought it was time to finally fully open up for business.Earlier on, she had called Sophie and informed her that no one needed to worry about coming into today. She would take on the duty of feeding and checking on the animals who were admitted at the clini
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