Sorry. I started this chapter this morning, but couldn't finish it until now. My kids wanted to go swimming, so couldn't really write there.
Ariel’s pov I got up from my chair, feeling the tears come. “No Troy, you can’t just give up your life for me.” Troy tried to grab my arm. He looked so good today. His black shirt was hugging all his muscles and he had a lot of them. His hair was really cute and his dimples, o my god. His dimples
“I told you I was sick. My father he was a doctor and he did everything to cure me, especially after my mom died. I had surgery, but it didn’t work and the doctors said I would probably only live for a few more years. So my dad got involved with a group of doctors who were experimenting with somethi
Troy’s pov I let Ariel speak, listening to her tell the story about how her father used her. I loved my parents and I knew they loved me and would do anything for me. But not that. My parents wouldn’t kill innocent people, wouldn’t hurt people just so they had a chance to cure me. Her father had us
“We could get separate rooms or I could sleep on the floor or couch. Whatever you like. I just thought you might not want to go back yet?” I said, hoping to ease her mind a bit. “Okay. That’s okay,” Ariel said. “You’re sure he wasn’t mad?” I shook my head, “no, he didn’t sound mad at all. It wasn’
“It’s David Beckham all over again.” Orlando joked. “Don’t joke, just distract me. I don’t want to scare her.” I replied. “Okay, your mother. Your sister. Your parents having sex. Baby poop.” “Baby poop?” I asked, not understanding why that was Orlando’s train of thought. Going from my parents ha
Osiris’ pov After Troy told me everything, I went back to sleep. I was too tired to think, having spent the day working and being with the kids. Those first weeks were always the hardest. “And the cutest.” Santos said. “Now, who is the big softie. Asher and Kate have changed you just as much as t
“Ariel’s father was one of the doctors who performed the experiments in the bunker. His goal was to heal Ariel, doctors had said she only had a few years to live.” I paused, giving other’s the chance to speak. “Ariel told me about her heart problems and that it killed her fu-, freaking mother.” Cyr
I nudged Cyrus, I knew people felt at ease around him. “Hey Ariel. So this is fucking awkward huh? Let’s just start by saying I still mean my words. Even more now. I forgive you Ariel. I fucking forgive you and I am pretty sure my wife does too.” April smiled, “I hate what happened there, but I ha
I noticed Cyrus wasn't swearing because all the kids were here. I knew it was hard for him to keep the fucks in. Jara smiled, “when I came out, I was so nervous. My parents always raised us to accept everyone, but what if the pack didn’t accept me? But my little brother Riker was perfect. He told m
The end. Lily’s pov It has been a year since Riker died. Mia is moving out next month and Damian and Kane will move in. Things are changing, life is moving on. But tonight we are looking back. Remembering Riker and the impact he had on our lives. Osiris had invited everyone that was important to
Osiris’ pov “I think you should make Damian the official Beta. He’s been doing Riker’s job for almost a year now and he deserves it.” Lily said. I shook my head, “it feels wrong. And what will happen to Mia and the kids? They’ve grown up here.” Lily sighed, “you know what’s wrong? Not rewarding D
Cyrus’ pov “Dad, I know you have a brother and a niece, uncle Joshua and Melanie. But any more family, I should know of. I have to make this fucking family tree.” Leia said. “Language.” April yelled from across the room. I still sometimes spoke to my brother, Josh and Melanie, but not as often as
Mia’s pov “Mom can you tell us again how you and dad met?” Sierra asked me. She and Roman looked at me filled with anticipation. I had promised I would tell them about Riker and me. What he was like when he was younger and how everything started. I had been avoiding it. Scared it would make me cry
Osiris’ pov “So what was the first time you felt like something was your fault?” Was I really doing this? Going to therapy? I thought I could just talk to Lily and Cyrus, but they seemed to think I need more help. That it’s not just Riker’s death, but everything that happened. I don’t mind therapy
Cyrus’ pov “I have barely seen him now, for three weeks. He works and then at night he goes out and patrols. He didn’t even attend the funeral. I am so worried.” “Luna Lily, I’m sure he’s okay. He’s just dealing with Beta Riker’s death in a different way.” April said, trying to calm Lily down. Li
Lily’s pov Once Asher was asleep, I got dressed and went downstairs. Mia had broken the news to Roman and everyone was crying. Sierra was still covered in blood and staring ahead. “How can I help?” I asked Arya. “Maybe that’s what you should ask Mia? See how you can help?” Arya advised. Mia was
“No Ashie. No Ashie. You’re not weak. It’s okay.” I felt thorn. I didn’t know if I needed to go help Mia and Sierra, or go home with my boy. Or go and look for Osiris. I took Asher’s hand in mine and we walked back to Mia. Jara was there, apparently Mia had mindlinked her. “Okay, Mia has someone