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Third Person's POV Atticus sat outside and watched his people mingle. The atmosphere was much different, night and day now that they're all together outside. It almost felt like they were back at one of their camps, the way things were before they found this place. Rose hangs onto every word that flows from Nick's mouth. She sits close to him, tucked under his arm, leaning against his side. Her hand rests on his chest as she looks at him with nothing but love. It warms the Alpha's heart. Tristan was right. He definitely has an eye for picking out couples. He knew love when he saw it, and always got excited for those who found it. The Alpha's body shakes as Tristan shakes his arm while laughing. Atticus groans and grabs Tristan's hand, trying to stop the violent movement. "Oh my Goddess, this little Omega is hilarious!" Noah growled as he glared at Michael who was trying not to laugh as he chewed Noah's last coconut shrimp. Tristan thought it was hysterical when the Omega gro
Third Person's POV Noah's stomach turned, he felt nauseous as he watched and listened to the playback from the security cameras in the hall. He couldn't believe the things Harris said to his own mate. They were so cold, mean, and hurtful. "His reality of his mate is obscured. He sees Atticus, but he sees Brody too. I'm not falling for your shit this time, that was towards Brody. I'll never let you mark me, that was towards Atticus, but because of Brody." Michael said and Asher closed his eyes as he let out a breath. "How do I fix this? Damn it Brody! I want to bring him back just so I can kill him myself!" Asher exclaimed as he ran his hand through his hair, frustrated and lost. He has no idea how to help his son. Asher and Michael looked at Noah when he stood up and without a word, walked out of the office. Curious, Michael stood up and followed him. He kept a distance as he followed his little Omega to the top floor and watched Noah walk down the hall and enter Harris' ap
Third Person's POV Atticus held Harris tight against him. He ran his fingers through the Alpha's hair as he slowly rocked him. Atticus has dreamed of holding Harris in his arms, but not like this. Not because his mate broke when he tried to give him what he thought he wanted. He wasn't expecting Harris to respond like that. He never saw anyone react like that and he has seen many rejections during his long life. He knew they were painful and he was already anticipating the pain once Harris accepted it. But he wasn't expecting Harris to respond like this... 'What did he mean by “not again”?' Atticus wondered. Exactly what happened to his mate? Was he rejected? What kind of fool would reject him? The only reason he was doing it, was because he thought that's what his mate wanted. "What happened to you? What did you mean by “not again”? Were you rejected? Did he hurt you?" Atticus asked as he pulled Harris' face back and caressed his cheek. The large Alpha searched the smaller
Third Person's POV A shiver runs down Tristan's back and goosebumps spread across his body as Cyrus’ warm breath fans his ear and neck. Cyrus reached around Tristan, grabbing another coconut shrimp, and brought it to Tristan's mouth. Tristan wanted to squeal, but he held it in and opened his mouth. His lips touched Cyrus' finger and the larger Beta's chest vibrated. Tingles danced against Tristan's jaw as Cyrus pressed a kiss there. Cyrus' thumb absentmindedly caressed Tristan's stomach as he talked to Asher. His voice was so thick and deep that Tristan felt a vibration against his back with every word his mate spoke. Tristan couldn't focus on anything everyone was talking about around him. He was too wrapped up in his mate. His senses were heightened by every touch of Cyrus' fingers, every brush of his lips, every wisp of his warm breath as it fanned Tristan’s neck and ear was felt, and the smaller Beta relished in it. Tristan closed his eyes and focused on those feelings. He f
Third Person's POV Cyrus stood back as he watched his mate and a female from his pack try to calm the little Omega down and figure out what happened to him. Cyrus was concerned, he couldn't think of anyone who would hurt the Omega. Sure there are pack members who are angry with this pack over the death of Jack, but no one would stoop so low as to hurt an innocent omega. The people in his pack are good. Omega's are important to them and are very protected by this pack, which makes Cyrus even more confused. Everyone gasped when they finally got out of the Omega what happened... The Omega found his mate! Cyrus stepped forward, eager to hear who it was but unfortunately, the Omega didn't know this person… At least not his name. "You carried him inside," River said, looking at Cyrus. “Fuck!” Cyrus breathes out as he steps back. He cursed again as he ran his hands down his face and then turned and ran inside. The Beta didn't stop until he was in front of Brian's door. He didn't even
Third Person's POV Cyrus sat down at the top of the stairs and rested his forehead in his hands as he let out a breath. He hates the fact that Brian made him feel guilty for accepting his mate. He didn't feel guilty about it before. Yes, he still thought of Jack, and yes it still hurts, but he knew his mate didn't do it with malice. It was kill, or be killed... 'knowing that, why do I still feel guilty?' Cyrus wondered. He planned to stay with his mate the entire evening. At least until his mate shooed him home. He wanted to spend every second with him and secretly hoped Tristan wouldn't send him home tonight... But now he feels guilty. Cyrus looks back towards Brian's door and his chest aches. He can't remember the last time they argued or had a fight. He hears the loud commotion coming from Brian's room and his chest tightens. Cyrus lets out a breath, giving in to the guilt, and decides it's best to return to his room. Cyrus walks through his apartment, making his way in
Third Person's Atticus used his sensitive hearing as he made his way to the lake, making sure no one was following him. The closer he got, the antsier Draven became. He could feel Draven pushing against the surface, eager to be free. Knowing they were so close, goosebumps spread across Atticus' body and his eyes burned with flames as he became close to losing control of Draven. The beast wanted free, Atticus could feel him under his skin and the scent of Ash became stronger. "Jesus Draven, hold on! We can't risk it here, we could lose our mate!" Atticus scolded when he felt Draven getting ready to shift. Atticus immediately felt Draven back off and a moment later he cleared the tree line and the lake came into view. Atticus ran to the lake and quickly stripped his clothes. He stood silent for a moment, listening to his surroundings as he scanned the area with his eyes and ears. Once the Alpha was certain he was alone he ran into the water. Once deep enough, the Alpha dived
Third Person's POV Tristan was sad that his mate couldn't join them at the lake, but he understood his mate had to work. After all, he is the Beta of a very large pack. Tristan leaned forward against the pool noodle. He let out a breath as he relaxed, enjoying the warmth of the sun against his back. He closed his eyes and images flashed in his head of the previous night. He felt his cheeks heat up when he remembered the things Cyrus did to him. He remembered his mate putting his mouth on places no one ever has, and his blush deepened. Tristan remembered Cyrus' kiss and he brought his fingers to his lips and smiled. Tristan's eyes shot open and an embarrassing noise escaped him as he was suddenly lifted out of the water and spun around. The confused smaller Beta blinked his eyes rapidly before he realized he was in his mate's arms. A smile beamed on Cyrus' face as he looked at his shocked and confused mate. "Goddess, you scared me!" Tristan said before throwing his arms ar
Third Person’s POV The sound of Evelyn's laughter rings out. The little Omega covers her mouth while she laughs at the icing all over Nadja's face. The Elder was taken off guard this time. Evelyn didn't give him a chance to anticipate what was coming. She simply called his name and when the elder turned she stuffed a cupcake into his face. As shocked as Nadja was, the beautiful sound of her laughter was worth it. He sat there for a moment before bringing the napkin in his lap to his face. Evelyn continued to laugh as she stood up and took the napkin from Nadja. The Omega sat sideways on his lap as she cleaned the icing from his face. After wiping the icing from his eyes they fluttered open and Evelyn froze, her breath caught and her heart skipped a beat for the first time. Nadja froze when he heard her heart skip. For a moment the Elder couldn't move. After a moment Nadja reached up and took the napkin with one hand while bringing his left hand to her creamy white cheek. “Thank y
Third Person's POV Grayson laughed as he ran from his growling brother. Ezra didn't find it funny when his brother froze his entire bowl of soup as he dug his spoon into it. The little King tried to ignore his brother as he brought his cup of juice to his mouth just to have the frozen contents slide out and hit his nose. Ezra growled as he reached out and shocked Grayson. The Future Alpha King yelped and then took off running with Ezra hot on his tail. Silas ran his hand down his face as he watched the two brothers chase each other around the yard. Grayson, now 10, created a snowball in his hand and threw it at his brother, hitting him square in the nose. This only infuriated Ezra and the 8-year-old thrust his hands forward, shocking Grayson. Grayson grunts as his body falls to the ground mid-sprint. Grayson blinks his eyes just in time to see Ezra lunging for him. His eyes widened as he tried to roll away but he was too late. The younger brother landed on top of Grayson and quickl
Third Person's POV It's been 5 years since Harris had their first child. A year and a half later their son Niles was born. He's an omega, a dragon/werewolf hybrid at the curious age of 3 and 1/2. Atticus doesn't know if they'll have any more kids. But his heart is content knowing he and his mate brought two dragons into this world. Not only that, they honored his Father and the Dad he had for such a short time. Michael got over his anger with Noah removing his tubes rather quickly. Asher on the other hand had to keep his walls up constantly. Onyx was devastated. He had hoped for more children, even though Noah expressed his desire not to have anymore. Onyx couldn't wrap his head around why Noah would take something like that from him. He didn't understand it, even after Asher's explanation. Onyx wished he would have kept a closer eye on Noah. The Alpha wolf was adamant that he would have never let the Omega take something like that from him. The Alpha wolf was so angry at Noah, tha
Third Person's POV Xavier stuck the bottle into the warmer and nervously glanced at Theo. The Omega rocked back and forth as Vivian fed from him. Damien was out cold on the couch due to Vivian having a hard time sleeping last night so the Beta was up with her. Xavier scratched the back of his neck as he struggled to find words for the Omega. He felt beyond guilty for the thoughts that went through his head at the hospital, and for the way he snapped at Theo when he asked a simple question about their child's name. Xavier hated the thoughts that went through his head when he felt Damien die and he hated that those thoughts didn't go away while he waited for Damien to wake up. The Alpha wasn't sure what to say, or how to make amends, or how to make things right again. Xavier wished Theo would be mad at him. He wanted the Omega to lash out, shout at him, yell, scream, or hit him. He felt he deserved it and so much more. After laying Vivian in her swing, Theo went back into the kit
Third Person's POV Xavier can't feel anything beyond the excruciating pain of the broken mate bond, and his broken heart. He can't even bring himself to comfort his hurt omega who is curled up in the fetal position on the floor next to him, sobbing uncontrollably. As much as he loves Theo, the Alpha can't function without his Beta who saved him all those years ago. Damien was the very air he breathed. His heart feels like it was ripped from his chest. He doesn't want to live without Damien. The Alpha's head reels as he feels the death of his little mate, and he can't figure out how to go on without him. Xavier sucks in a breath before leaning forward and screaming. Spit connects his lips as he screams while tears flow down his face and drip from his chin. The doctor works fast trying to stop the bleeding and clear out as much blood as he could so he could see. With the baby out, the doctor pulls the top of the uterus out and is shocked at how thin and weak it is. It's practically
Third Person's POV Harris slowly breathed as he held his stomach. Another nurse burst into the room and quickly began asking Harris questions. Harris almost felt dizzy with how fast everything was moving. One moment they were in the backyard relaxing, the next minute Finn was in labor, then Damien, and now he might be as well. It was all too much, too soon. Harris wasn't ready. What if they didn't have everything they needed? What if he messes up? What if he isn't good enough, and fails at being a Dad? What if it isn't a dragon, and he fails to give Atticus what he has been hoping for? Harris blinks his eyes several times and a face inches from his own comes into view. Harris realizes Atticus is holding his face. “Stop!... Everything is going to be just fine! We have everything we need and so much more. Of course, we're both going to mess up, but we're going to learn from our mistakes and do better. We're not perfect, no one is! But you will never fail at being a dad! You are going
Third Person's POV “My water broke!” Addison took a sharp breath in as Maddox rushed forward, scooping his mate into his arms and praying his little angel didn't sneeze again. No one had to say anything, it was like they worked as one mind as everyone rushed through the pack house and out the front door. The sound of two engines roared to life as the vehicles sped out racing towards the hospital. “How are you feeling? Are you in any pain?” Addison asked as she adjusted Lucian's legs over her lap. “No, not yet. Just a little discomfort in my back.” Lucian said and then slowly exhaled as his stomach became tight. Addison looked between Finn's stomach that was exposed and his face. “How bad was that one?” Addison asked when Finn's body relaxed. “Not that bad. It's just a little stronger than the Braxton Hicks.” Finn said as he rubbed his belly. The Omega closed his eyes and leaned back against Maddox as Addison caressed his stomach. Addison looked into Maddox's eyes and could
Third Person's POV As Atticus steps out the back door he breathes a sigh of relief seeing the many heaters on the patio. Fall has just arrived and Harris can't stand the cold. Dragons prefer very warm temperatures, but little dragons need and crave the heat even more. Harris' body is responding to the growing dragon in his womb, reacting as if he himself was a dragon. The smaller Alpha wears a sweater during the day while everyone else is wearing t-shirts. In the evening he snuggles inside a warm thick coat while everyone else is simply wearing long-sleeved shirts. Draven doesn't mind, in fact he loves it. He's a proud mate and father, ever protective and attentive. Their apartment is never below 78, and whenever they're snuggling or sleeping, Draven heats Atticus' body, warming their mate and growing hatchling. Addison holds the door open and watches each Alpha carefully lead their very pregnant mate out of the back door and onto the patio. Damien winces and Xavier is immediately co
Third Person's POV Harris swears his stomach wasn't this big yesterday. He feels like his stomach doubled in size overnight. Even though he's now five months pregnant, Harris was before somewhat able to hide it with large baggy shirts, but now there's no way for the Alpha to hide his ever growing abdomen. The car comes to a stop and Harris dreads stepping out of it. Especially since their little town seems so active right now. There are tons of people walking up and down the sidewalk, coming and going from each shop. Harris' hand protectively rests against his stomach, trying to hide his pregnancy. Harris nibbles on his lip before turning to look at his Alpha. “You know, we don't have to go shopping today. And, I can just get something to eat at home. Why don't we just go back!” Harris was hoping to change Atticus' mind, but the larger Alpha simply gave him a soft smile before climbing out of the car. “Damn it!” Harris cursed as he turned and looked out the window, watching all t