LorenzoMy heart feels like it’ll beat its way out of my chest as I drive back to Berkeley. It’s been fucking weeks since I was last here and I can’t believe I’d ever say this, but I miss this place. I think it’s because my mate is there.I can’t wait to see her.I’ve been trying to find out why those rogues and humans had the Alpha King’s emblem on them, but my effort was fruitless. Almost every human had their tongue cut off and the wolves didn’t know who was behind the attacks. This is getting really messy.Just as I enter the city, there’s an unsettling feeling in my chest, a heaviness that restricts my lungs to the point of being painful. And I have this uneasy feeling it’s connected to my mate.There’s something wrong with Ivy.I speed through the streets of Berkeley, heading straight to Ivy’s apartment complex, cursing at every slow driver that stops me from reaching my destination. It would be so much faster to just run, but how can I do this in the city filled with people?! I
LorenzoMy heart feels like it’ll beat its way out of my chest as I drive back to Berkeley. It’s been fucking weeks since I was last here and I can’t believe I’d ever say this, but I miss this place. I think it’s because my mate is there.I can’t wait to see her.I’ve been trying to find out why those rogues and humans had the Alpha King’s emblem on them, but my effort was fruitless. Almost every human had their tongue cut off and the wolves didn’t know who was behind the attacks. This is getting really messy.Just as I enter the city, there’s an unsettling feeling in my chest, a heaviness that restricts my lungs to the point of being painful. And I have this uneasy feeling it’s connected to my mate.There’s something wrong with Ivy.I speed through the streets of Berkeley, heading straight to Ivy’s apartment complex, cursing at every slow driver that stops me from reaching my destination. It would be so much faster to just run, but how can I do this in the city filled with people?! I
Ivy I try to keep my tears at bay as I tell Lorenzo that I can’t do this with him. I have no idea why, but it physically pains me to do that. There’s this ache in my chest that increases the longer I keep my eyes off the man, and I’m this close to giving in.But I can’t.I can’t let him hurt me again. I know I’m probably overreacting, but I don’t want to go through heartbreak again. The whole experience with Lorenzo standing me up, my dad trying to force me to move back home and hurting me, taught me that I can depend only on myself. I was naive before. I was weak.But I won’t be anymore.I won’t let anyone hurt me again, even if it means being alone. I don’t need anyone anymore. I’m better off alone.“Love, please look at me.” Lorenzo pleads brokenly from behind me and as much as I don’t want to look at him, the pain in his voice tugs at my heartstrings and I turn to him.The ache in my chest intensifies at the sadness in Lorenzo’s honey eyes. I watch stunned as a lone tear falls do
LorenzoI’m driving towards my penthouse, with Ivy sitting next to me. As happy as I feel about having her with me, I know she wasn’t too happy about living with me, but I can’t let her stay in her apartment with no protection. Alex told me about the bikers going in and out of Lia’s place, so I’m assuming she won’t be there. And having my little Ivy all alone while her father and that son of a bitch that was with him are still free just doesn’t sit well with me. I’d rather have her with me than risk her getting harassed again.“You live here?” Ivy’s timid voice pulls me from my reverie. I glance at her, only to see her staring at the hotel with awe.“Yeah, and now you’ll be living here too, love.”“Do you… do you live alone?” She tentatively asks.“No, love. I’m staying with a friend of mine. No need to worry, I won’t do anything you’re not ready for, I just want to keep you safe and take care of you.” I assure, getting a sigh of relief from her. Is she relieved we won’t be alone or t
IvyWhat did that man mean by ‘two hundred years’? Was this just a joke?I walk down the short hallway to the open plan living space which is only separated from the kitchen by the big island and a couple of barstools. As I round the corner, I catch the sight of Lorenzo standing over the stove, but his head is already turned in my direction. Did he hear me coming? I’m sure there’s no way he would’ve noticed me, I tried to be as quiet as possible.“What do you mean… two hundred years?” I gape at Lorenzo in shock, feeling all the blood drain from my face when my mind starts conjuring disturbing images about him.The dark-skinned man that said those words earlier is only standing quietly, waiting for next things to unfold, but I catch his eyes dart between me and Lorenzo anxiously before they settle on me. He gives me a big smile and takes a step towards me with his hand outstretched. “Hey, I’m Alex. I’m a friend of Lorenzo. You must be Ivy. – he shakes my hand gently when I turn to him
Ivy*beep* *beep* *beep*The annoying sound is getting on my nerves, making me groan in annoyance.Wait! Hold on!Beeping sound?I force my eyes to open, only to shut them again when the light almost blinds me. I try again, this time slower so my eyes can adjust to the bright lighting.“Yvette!” I turn my head when I hear a male voice beside me. The man stares at me with wide brown eyes, frowning deeply. Who is this guy?He reaches out to press a button on the wall, telling me a doctor will be here soon then just stares at me blankly.“Wh-where am… am I?” I try to speak, but despite my effort, the words come out slurred and barely intelligible.“You’re in a hospital.” I blink slowly to get rid of the dizziness then glance around the room. It’s pure white and it’s hurting my eyes.I nod at the man then shut my eyes to ease the headache.After few moments, I hear the door open and a man in a white coat walks in. That must be the doctor. “Hello, honey. I’m Dr. Morris, but you can call me
IvyThe man from earlier whom Dr. Leon called my father, didn’t come back to my room again after I woke up. I have a feeling he doesn’t want to see me. It’s been few days now, but he still hasn’t shown up.There’s another man that keeps coming here here, though. He says he’s my husband.But I’m not sure how I feel about it. I saw the ring on my finger, but it just… doesn’t feel right.It’s like there’s something they’re not telling me.I watch silently as Dr. Leon walks into my room with a sympathetic look on his face. “Hi Yvette. How are you feeling? Any discomfort? Pain? Headaches?” He warmly asks, checking my chart.I point at my throat weakly, getting a sad sigh from him. “I know, Yvette. It’s uncomfortable, isn’t it? – I nod – I’m sorry, but you know why it’s in.” Yeah, I know why this tube is in my throat.It’s because I can’t breathe without it.The thing on my neck, which I still don’t know what it is, is infected and swollen, both from the inside and outside. It puts pressure
LorenzoNothing can beat the feeling of my mate in my arms when I wake up. Absolutely nothing.Opening my eyes only to see my little Ivy watching me with those gorgeous chocolate orbs is beyond amazing. It feels right. It’s just as it should be.The only thing wrong is the setting.I’d rather wake up with her in our bed, not in a hospital, but I’ll take what I can get.“Good morning, love.” I greet warmly, caressing her delicate cheek softly. How I wish she could talk to me, but with the swelling from the mark and the tube in her throat it’s impossible.“I hope you had good rest, my love. I’d love to take you home with me today. – she frowns fearfully at this, panting heavily – No, please, don’t be scared my love. I won’t hurt you like that man. I’ll take care of you. I have a doctor already at my house, along with a nurse that will help you in everyday activities. But if you’re not comfortable with that, I can ask the hospital staff to help.” I gently tell her, slightly worried when
Third Person POVCade watches as the two humans study the book in Lia’s hands, occasionally checking on Alex as he lies on the bed next to his. It’s been over two hours since he started giving Alex his blood, along with two other guards, but there’s still no improvement.If anything, it seems to have gotten worse.“Why don’t we go get something to eat? It doesn’t look like anything’s happening…” Blake suggests after a while.“Can you bring me something? I’d rather stay here to watch over him.” Lia glances at her man over her shoulder, getting a smile from him before he kisses her softly and carefully gets off the bed.Once Blake is gone from the clinic, Cade turns to the human girl. “I don’t think your treatment helped. – he tells her seriously, disconnecting the tube from his arm – He’s starting to stink.”“Sti
Ivy ‘Stay in the house, my love. We’re coming back.’ I hear Ren’s frantic voice in my head and I immediately go rigid.“Ren is coming back. I think something’s wrong.” I tell my friends, panicking slightly.Before Lia or Blake can even say anything, Cade and Vince storm inside and take a protective stance in front of us, shielding us from the door and window.“What’s going on?” Lia questions suspiciously.“They found Alex. – Leo says as he gets up from his seat and goes to the front door – They’re bringing him in.”Alex?! They found him? I’m on pins and needles as I wait for my Ren and Thea to come back, nearly bursting in anticipation. I catch Hunter and Leo walk outside, but I’m stopped from following them by none other than Skye.“Trust me, it’s better if you
Onyx Lorenzo kept me away for way too long. Technically, Ivy is already ours, but I still wanted to claim her myself, which is why I couldn’t let my chance pass when it finally came.I was afraid that I would be too rough with our mate, but she seemed as eager as me, reciprocating my passion with equal fervor.Though I still wore her out. After taking my woman over and over again, she fell asleep from exhaustion with a satisfied smile on her face. Had it not been for her having our abilities I would’ve been worried about hurting her, but I know she’s already healed and she won’t be even sore once she wakes up.I hope she wakes up soon, I can’t wait to see her gorgeous chocolate eyes and sweet smile. It’s been so long since I was alone with my queen and I want to cherish every moment I get.Keeping my queen in my arms, I trail my nose over her slender neck, peppering feathery kisses
IvyThe house that supposedly belongs to Jake is nothing like I expected. I don’t know why, but I honestly thought he lived in a dark, scary castle with dead trees around it, not a beautiful mansion with a gorgeous, although neglected, garden. This is really shocking.I keep a tight hold on Ren’s hand as he leads towards the house, trying my best to not cringe when the men guarding the front door bow in greeting. I don’t think I’ll ever get used to this. Whenever Ren and I meet some wolves, they immediately bow down to us. It makes me really uncomfortable and embarrassed.Ren and I wait for the others to join us then go inside the house, heading straight to Jake’s office for whatever reason. I’m not sure what we’re looking for, but I trust Ren’s judgment.Once we’re inside, my man immediately gestures at everyone to take their seats at the long table, not even minding the
LorenzoI notice my little queen rub her forehead tiredly as she thinks about everything that was revealed over the last few hours.“Tired, my love?” I ask her worriedly, getting a quiet sigh in response as Ivy leans her head against my chest.“Not really… It’s just so overwhelming. So much is happening and we still don’t have any answers.” She murmurs quietly and I rub her back comfortingly.“How long till we land?” Thea asks curiously.I check my watch quickly. “Almost two hours.”“Do you have any transport arranged to get us from the airport? I’m guessing we’re not running all the way to the pack.”“I do. I already talked to Cade. He’ll get some men to pick us all up from Hotchkiss. I have my private airport there.”“You have private airports all over the country, so I’m not
IvyI don’t know when I fell asleep, but when I wake up I’m still in Ren’s arms on the comfortable bed on the plane. I snuggle closer to him, taking in his comforting scent. After hearing what Lia found out, I can’t help but be anxious.My mom is most likely the witch that wants to kill Ren. Then who’s my dad? If he was on it too then surely he must know about my mother’s real identity.No wonder they were pushing me to marry Jake. They were planning on getting me marked by him just so Ren would be weak.Where do I go from this?How do I get over the fact that the people I thought to be my parents were just keeping me for the sake of hurting the man I came to love?“What are you thinking, my love?” Ren asks quietly, stroking my hair in a soothing manner.“Who am I, Ren? Everything I’ve known was a lie, a conspiracy to kill you…” I w
LorenzoIvy stays snuggled into me as she talks with Skye. I’m so glad she found a new friend that she can connect to. Since the girls are quite close in age, they might be able to spend many years together, centuries even.I saw Beast, sorry, Thea give Lia some book before the young human left to read it in peace in one of the bedrooms. It’s been a few hours since she left and I can tell that Blake is on the verge of blowing up. The longer he spends without his girl, the more agitated he is. Their connection is as admirable as it is weird.I feel my body tense up when I hear Lia crying in the bedroom before she rushes back to the rest of us, with her face stricken with tears and her body shaking terribly.Blake is the first to react. He shoots up from his seat and pulls his girl into his arms, letting her cry into his chest as he holds her.“I know everything! Everything!” Lia cries o
Lia The moment we entered the plane, Thea asked to speak to me privately. Judging by her tone, it must be serious, so I didn’t say anything and simply joined her by the window.“I brought something for you. Well, Aiden did, but I was the one that asked him to get if for me. – She gets a small old-looking book from her backpack and lays it on the table between the seats – I believe this belonged to Thalia, but I can’t read it. I thought that maybe you, as a witch, can see what’s inside.”“What do you mean you can’t read it?” Blake questions quietly.“It’s not that I’m incapable of reading things, I'm not illiterate. I mean that I can’t read it because all I see are blank pages. It’s almost as if something is protecting the contents from being seen.”“And you think I will be able to see it? I don’t know anything
IvyRen doesn’t even try to argue with me when I tell him I’m coming with him. It’s either because he knows it’s no use, or because he doesn’t want to leave me alone.“When do we leave?” I ask him quietly, nuzzling my cheek against his as I lean over him from behind. Usually it’s me being coddled, so it’s a nice change to be the hugger this time. I’m kneeling behind Ren’s back, with my arms wrapped around his neck as I snuggle into him.“As soon as possible. It’s going to take over twelve hours to get there, so the sooner we go, the better. Why don’t you pack your bag while I arrange the plane, hmm?” Ren suggests, taking my hand from his neck and placing a small kiss on the back of it.“Okay. And don’t stress too much, everything’s going to be okay.” I kiss his ear, feeling an inexplicable urge to reassure him.