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Orion: Shattered Bond - Chapter 15
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J. TarrI know, his self loathing gets a bit much. But there's a reason for this, he's not just whiney because of his guilt.
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OrionI’m pacing in Arkyn’s war room, trying to shake off the conversation I just had with Zane. The witches have tied him up in more ways than one, and we can’t afford to lose any more ground.Arkyn stands near the window, his broad shoulders tense as he watches me. His silence speaks volumes, but I know he’s waiting for me to give him the full rundown on what the witch said.I stop pacing, turning to face him. “Zane’s got a failsafe on him—a magical lock, I guess you’d call it. He can’t talk about the witches’ final plans unless he’s speaking directly to them.”Arkyn’s eyes narrow, but he doesn’t look surprised. “Figures those witches would have a backup plan. They’re not stupid. They wouldn’t let Zane go free without some sort of leash.”“Yeah, but this means we’re stuck,” I say, running a hand through my hair in frustration. “He’s already given us a lot of intel, but we need more. The witches will know if he tries to give us the rest.”Arkyn’s gaze sharpens, and he turns toward th
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OrionThe sound of heavy boots echoes through the pack house just before Creed Volkov walks in, filling the space with his sheer presence. I glance up as he strides through the door, his blond hair pulled back and his piercing blue eyes scanning the room like he’s assessing everything in one go. Built like a damn tank, Creed’s the kind of Alpha that makes people stop and stare—not just because of his size, but because of the raw power that rolls off him in waves.“Fuck,” Creed says with a grin, his deep voice booming. “Everywhere I turn, I see a Leonetti.”I can’t help but chuckle, even though the situation is anything but light. “Yeah, we’re hard to get rid of.”He steps forward and takes my hand in a firm grip, pulling me into a half-hug, his massive arm slapping me on the back. Last time I saw him, he and Nova helped us deal with the Meraloth that had possessed my sister, Morana. It wasn’t an experience any of us would forget.Nova follows in right behind Creed, her blonde hair ju
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OrionZane’s eyes snap up to meet mine, surprise flickering in them, but he doesn’t say anything. His lips part like he wants to respond, but the words don’t come. Instead, he just stares at me, his expression torn.“Orion…” he starts, his voice barely a whisper. “You shouldn’t—”“Don’t,” I cut him off, stepping closer. “Don’t tell me what I should or shouldn’t feel. I’ve been through enough to know what I want, and what I don’t.”His gaze drops to the floor, his hands shaking slightly as he clenches them into fists. I can see the internal battle going on inside him, the way he’s trying to hold it together, but it’s crumbling. He’s crumbling.“I’m not worth it,” he mutters, the words barely audible, like he doesn’t want me to hear them.I let out a frustrated breath, running a hand through my hair. “You don’t get to decide that for me, Zane.”He flinches at my tone, but he still doesn’t look up. It’s like he’s afraid to face me, afraid to let me see just how broken he really is. And ho
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ZaneI’m in that space between sleep and wakefulness, the kind where you’re drifting, weightless, with nothing but the darkness around you. It’s peaceful, almost too peaceful, and for once, I don’t wake up in a cold sweat. But then something pulls me out of it: soft, warm, insistent.Lips.I blink, still disoriented, but the pressure against my mouth is unmistakable, and it’s not a dream. The kiss deepens, and I groan softly, my body reacting before my mind catches up. It’s slow, warm, and familiar. Then the scent hits me.My eyes snap open.Orion’s hovering over me, his hands on either side of my head, his face inches from mine. He’s shirtless, and by the way I can feel his hard cock against my abdomen, he’s only in his boxer shorts.The room is dim, but there’s no mistaking the possessiveness in his silver gaze. His lips brush against mine again, sending a shock of warmth through me, waking me up fully.“What the hell are you doing?” I manage to whisper, my voice thick with sleep an
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OrionI wake up before the sun even rises, the room still bathed in darkness, and the only sound is Zane’s breathing—soft and steady against my chest. My arm is draped over him, holding him close, and for a moment, I just lie there, feeling the warmth of his body against mine. It’s been years since I’ve had this—since I’ve felt him this close. And for the first time in a long time, I feel… whole.The truth is, I never stopped needing him. Even after everything he did, after he broke me, I couldn’t let go. I clung to the bond, to that small part of him that still felt like mine, and I kept it close, even when it would’ve been easier to just forget. It would’ve saved me a lot of heartache if I had. But I couldn’t let go. It was stupid. I know that now. But last night, it didn’t feel like a mistake. It felt like I’d finally gotten a piece of my soul back.Zane stirs in his sleep, shifting slightly, and I pull him closer, my fingers tracing lazy patterns across his skin. He’s here. He’s
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OrionI’m sitting by Zane’s bedside, watching him struggle with each breath. Nova’s still working on the spell to help him, but it’s not enough. We’re running out of time. His coughing fits have gotten worse, and every time I see more blood, a new wave of panic rolls through me. I can’t lose him—not like this, not after everything.The door creaks open, and Arkyn steps in. He’s quiet for a second, his gaze sweeping over Zane before locking onto me. I don’t need to hear him speak to know that he’s already figured it out. That sharp, calculating look he always wears is still there, but there’s a heaviness in his expression, like he’s seeing the gravity of the situation for the first time.“Orion,” he says, his voice low, careful. “We need to talk.”I push myself to my feet, running a hand over my face. “What now, Arkyn? What else do you need to hear?”He steps closer, arms crossed over his chest, his brow furrowed. “Zane must know something important for the witches to go to these leng
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OrionThe air around me is thick with the scent of blood, sweat, and magic. Legion is beside me, his three-tailed fox simmering just beneath the surface, ready to tear into anyone who stands in our way. Creed is a force on his own, towering over everyone with his broad frame, a beast of muscle and power that seems to draw fear from everyone in the room. Together, we’re unstoppable—at least, that’s how it feels in the chaos of the fight.The witches don’t stand a chance. We came prepared, and now the coven is crumbling beneath our hands. Spells crackle in the air, a few last desperate attempts to hold us back, but none of it matters. I’ve got my eyes set on one person.Natasha.She’s standing in the center of the chaos, untouched by the fight, like she’s waiting for something. Her dark hair flows down her back, her eyes glowing with cruel amusement I’ve seen before. She’s powerful, there’s no question about that, but this isn’t her fight. She’s here for something bigger.Or someone.I
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ZaneThe jet touches down with a low rumble, and I can already feel the tension in the air as we approach Nero’s territory. This is Leonetti land, and stepping onto it feels like walking into the lion’s den. I know the reception I’m about to get isn’t going to be friendly.As soon as the door opens and I step out, the familiar scent of pine and earth fills my senses. But that sense of home is quickly overshadowed by the heavy tension that hangs in the air like a storm waiting to break. Nero is already waiting for us at the landing site, and the second he lays eyes on me, his expression darkens.Before I can react, he’s moving toward me, his eyes blazing with fury. Every muscle in his body is tensed, ready to tear me apart, and for a second, I wonder if I’ll even survive the next few minutes.“Zane!” he snarls, his voice echoing across the open space. “You’ve got some fucking nerve showing your face here.”I don’t move. I can’t. I’ve expected this, and part of me knows I deserve it. Bu
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OrionThe cool earth beneath us grounds me as I lay there, my arm draped over Zane, feeling the steady rise and fall of his chest. His scent—apples and something inherently him—fills the air around us, mingling with the sharp, raw scent of our freshly marked bond. The ache of his mark on my nape throbs in time with my heartbeat, a constant reminder that he’s real, that he’s here.I trail my fingers down his arm, feeling the warmth of his skin, the familiar shape of him that I thought I’d lost forever. Everything about this feels surreal, like I’ve stepped into a dream I can’t bear to wake from.“We should probably… head back,” I murmur, though the thought of leaving this spot, leaving him even for a second, feels impossible. But there’s a part of me that knows we can’t hide here forever, that we owe it to my family, to everyone who believed Zane was gone, to know the truth. “They’ll want to know what happened.”Zane chuckles, a low, familiar sound that makes something tighten in my c
Alpha Nero Orion: Shattered Bond - Chapter 29
OrionI hold him, my arms wrapped so tightly around him I’m half-worried I’ll break him. But I can’t let go. My mind’s struggling to process this, and I keep expecting to blink and find the empty forest around me, cold and alone again. But he’s here, solid and warm in my arms, and his scent fills the air—apples, fresh and grounding, just like it always was. Just like home.“Ri,” he murmurs, his hand moving to rest against my chest, fingers splayed over my heart like he’s memorizing the feel of me. “You look like you’re seeing a ghost.”“Maybe I am,” I admit, my voice low, rough. “I don’t know if I’m going to wake up any second and realize this is all just… wishful thinking.”I pull back slightly, my eyes searching his face, taking in every detail, every line and scar I’d memorized so long ago. My fingers tremble as they brush over his jaw, his cheek, his lips, as if I’m trying to convince myself this isn’t some twisted trick. “You’re… you’re really here,” I murmur, my voice catching
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ZaneMy eyes flutter open, and I find myself surrounded by mirrors, an endless maze of reflections that stretch in every direction. I blink, disoriented, confusion settling in as I try to make sense of where I am. The last thing I remember is Orion’s hand tightening around my neck, the darkness closing in as everything faded away. So why am I here? Why am I … still here?A soft voice, melodic and soothing, echoes behind me. “Welcome, Zane.”I turn slowly, my eyes widening as I see her. She’s walking toward me, an ethereal glow surrounding her, golden light radiating from every step. Her long, flowing blonde hair cascades over her shoulders, and a beautiful gown drapes around her in waves, moving as if it’s part of the light itself. Her eyes are a shade of gold that feels ancient, otherworldly, yet warm. A black teardrop pendant hangs from her neck, glinting softly in the glow that envelops her.My heart skips a beat as realization dawns, and my knees buckle, pulling me to the floor.
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OrionThe path to Natasha’s hideout is a blur, every step a pulse of barely controlled rage. The air hums with the charge of dark magic, a twisted energy that beckons me, taunting me. My hands tremble with the beast’s fury, simmering just beneath my skin, but I haven’t let it loose yet. Not fully. There’s a strange clarity to my anger—a focus that makes every sense sharper, every movement precise.The moment I reach the edge of the hideout, I don’t stop to think. I kick down the door, wood splintering under the force of my boot, and I step inside, feeling every ounce of anger, every piece of heartbreak, flood through me like a dam breaking. The witches turn, eyes wide with shock, but I don’t give them a chance to scream.The first one goes down without a sound, my hand gripping her neck as I lift her off the ground. She thrashes, her mouth opening in a silent plea, but I don’t hesitate. I twist, the snap echoing through the room, and drop her to the floor like the insignificant piece
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OrionI’m trapped, locked inside my own body as I watch my fists swing, my legs move, every calculated hit landing with ruthless precision. But it’s not me—not really. I can’t stop it. Can’t control it. All I can do is watch from somewhere deep inside, helpless as I fight against the people I swore to protect.Nero’s face twists in pain as my fist connects with his ribs. Osiris tries to grab me from the side, but I counter, landing a brutal blow to his shoulder, hearing the sickening crunch. They’re all holding back—I can feel it in their strikes, in the way they hesitate just before their fists meet flesh. They’re trying to save me, trying to fight me without hurting me. But I don’t feel that same mercy. Whoever is controlling my body… they’re enjoying this.Two Alphas should have me on my knees by now, but Natasha planned this perfectly. She knew they wouldn’t give it everything; she counted on it. And the part of me that’s still here, watching, feels every bit of the twisted ple
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ZaneThe past three days have been a hell I can barely stomach. I’ve been confined to Nero’s territory, shackled by suspicion, and only allowed out of the locked room to help strategize. And I am trying—I’m trying everything I can think of. But it’s never enough. No matter what I say or how much I beg them to let me help, they’re always watching me, waiting for some slip that proves them right.Today, it’s worse. Nero had used his Alpha Sight on me, sifting through memories and thoughts, and I didn’t fight him. I let him dig, let him see everything, hoping he’d find something that could give us an edge. But there was nothing—nothing useful, anyway. Just more dead ends.Nova’s been working nonstop, her face growing more exhausted with each passing hour, trying spell after spell, looking for anything that could point us to Orion’s location. The tension is mounting, everyone on edge, barely able to look at each other without a fight breaking out.I’m pacing the war room, barely hearing
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ZaneThe sound of heavy footsteps echoes in the hallway outside my locked room, and I know it’s Nero before he even steps inside. There’s a weight to his presence, a dark edge that fills the space long before he even opens the door. When the lock clicks and the door swings open, he’s standing there, arms crossed, his expression a storm of anger and something I can’t quite read.He doesn’t say anything at first, just stares at me, and I feel the hostility radiating off him like heat. He’s still angry—hell, probably furious—and I know exactly why. This isn’t just about what’s happening now. It’s about everything I did to Orion, every lie, every betrayal.“Start talking,” he finally says, his voice low and controlled, but I can tell it’s taking every ounce of his restraint not to rip into me right here and now.I take a breath, trying to steady myself, and meet his gaze. There’s no use in holding anything back now. It’s time for him to know the truth—the whole, brutal truth.“She’s goin
Alpha Nero Orion: Shattered Bond - Chapter 23
ZaneThe jet touches down with a low rumble, and I can already feel the tension in the air as we approach Nero’s territory. This is Leonetti land, and stepping onto it feels like walking into the lion’s den. I know the reception I’m about to get isn’t going to be friendly.As soon as the door opens and I step out, the familiar scent of pine and earth fills my senses. But that sense of home is quickly overshadowed by the heavy tension that hangs in the air like a storm waiting to break. Nero is already waiting for us at the landing site, and the second he lays eyes on me, his expression darkens.Before I can react, he’s moving toward me, his eyes blazing with fury. Every muscle in his body is tensed, ready to tear me apart, and for a second, I wonder if I’ll even survive the next few minutes.“Zane!” he snarls, his voice echoing across the open space. “You’ve got some fucking nerve showing your face here.”I don’t move. I can’t. I’ve expected this, and part of me knows I deserve it. Bu
