Kai's POVThe shadow wraiths had been vanquished, thanks largely to Leia. My next task was to subdue this menacing minotaur before setting off for the Black Moon pack. A perilous adversary was waiting there, a woman intent on causing Leia harm. I had taken down Merciless, and as his body fell, new threats emerged. Ghouls now replace the defeated shadow wraiths. One after another, they fell to my potent magic beam.Without warning, a vortex opened to my side. My gaze whipped toward it, where I saw rogue witches and Susan emerging from it. They joined in the battle, their powers targeted at the encroaching ghouls and the minotaurs. Susan, she explained, assisted me at Leia's request. I simply nodded, continuing my relentless charge against the enemy. Their numbers were dwindling."Hollie, can you hold your own in this fight?" I reached out through our mental link. I couldn't explain it, but I had an impending sense of danger for Leia and my brother."Yes, Alpha. You can trust me. I will
Leia's POVFear emanated from Lilith as I held her by the neck, dragging her toward the dungeons. I didn't plan on letting her die easily. Conjuring my magic, I crafted handcuffs and leg shackles, securing her in them."I know what you want. I can give it to you," Lilith bargained, desperation clear."It's too late to barter for your life, Lilith," I responded, keeping my emotions tightly controlled."Don't bury your mates. Take them to the Moon Goddess Shrine and use the book that Alpha Reo used. You can revive them," she whispered, her consciousness fading."I'm not lying, Leia. Give it a try before it's too late. Their souls are still intact within their bodies," Lilith added before passing out completely. I turned to leave, my eyes landing on Eric, battered but alive, his gaze filled with grief."What's the status of the pack?" I asked."We've lost 200 soldiers. The rest are injured and being cared for by the healers," Eric informed me."Good. I need your help, Eric." He nodded, a
Leia – POVKai's body was safely stowed in the Moon Goddess shrine, Susan's cold, dark magic ensuring that both the body and the soul remained intact. Exhaustion had settled in every bone of my body after I had returned to the manor and changed out of my dirty war clothes. I was too spent to move much."Xavier," I called out, laid on the bed. He entered the room, dressed in casual attire. My eyes scanned over him, ensuring that this was not a dream, that Xavier was alive, not dead. Those agonizing hours without my mate had been indescribably painful."Leia," Xavier murmured, his hand gently caressing my cheek. He kissed my forehead, then my nose, and finally, he pressed a soft peck onto my lips. "Don't be afraid. I'm alive, thanks to you and your power. You're stronger than anyone else. I hope you won't feel weak or sad anymore, especially once we manage to revive Kai too," he reassured me."But why wasn't Kai's soul in the Abyss? Where could it be?" I asked, my voice barely above a w
Xavier's POVIn the ethereal glow of the Moon Shrine, I found my brother Kai laid upon the altar, his body and soul shielded by Susan's formidable dark defense barrier. Susan handed me an ancient tome, its pages bearing the incantations necessary for our sacred ritual. Within the confines of this ceremony, only the purity of light magic was required - no other elements had a role to play.I recited the incantation, my voice resonating in the silence. Extending one hand towards Kai, I could feel power crackling from my palm, the magic of light traversing the short distance to his body. The defensive barrier crumbled under the onslaught of light, and soon my magic established a connection with Kai. Sensing his soul still tethered to his physical form brought me relief; this was indeed a promising sign.After maintaining the chant, I moved on to the next step of the ritual. I closed my eyes and called out to Kai's spirit, immediately sensing a tug on my essence. It felt as though it had
Xavier – POVKai jolted upright, his eyes brimming with an eerie darkness. Both Susan and Jennifer flinched beside me. "He's possessed," Susan muttered."I warned you to leave me alone, but you chose to bring me here," Kai retorted, his words laced with bitterness. The air around him crackled with dark magic. However, the sanctity of the moon goddess shrine, a beacon of light, restrained him from wielding his ominous power. Agony crossed his features, causing him to moan in pain."Jennifer, summon Leia for me," I instructed. Without wasting any moment, Jennifer scurried away to fulfill my request. Meanwhile, I conjured the chains of light magic once more, binding Kai, who continued tormenting me. "Release me, you jerk," Kai spat venomously."I'll keep you restrained until you learn to master your dark power, not be enslaved by it," I retorted firmly.As Leia entered the scene, her question was cut short at the sight of Kai bound by the luminescent chains. Her gasp sliced through the t
Leia's POVThe sigil Xavier had used worked, as Kai no longer needed my help to stabilize. His hazel gaze, now back to normal, fixed on me, even as restraints continued to secure him. "Kai," I said cautiously. His eyes flickered in recognition."Leia," he murmured my name affectionately. I moved closer, but Xavier halted me."Remember, he's fooled us before, acting normal before attacking us with his dark power," Xavier reminded me. Upon hearing this, Kai's eyes widened in shock. It seemed he didn't remember."What?" Kai blinked, dumbfounded. "I didn't do that, did I?" he questioned, his tone filled with disbelief."You did, Kai," I whispered."I don't remember, but I can assure you I'm in control of the power now," Kai declared."It's hard for us to take your word and remove the magical handcuffs," Xavier responded sternly. "I can't risk Leia getting hurt.""Xavier, please, let's take off the cuffs. We should trust Kai," I implored. Xavier looked at me, sighed, and then made his deci
AUTHOR NOTEThis chapter contains explicit content featuring elements of kink. If this is not for your taste or comfort, I suggest you consider skipping this chapter. I also wanted to extend my sincerest thanks for your comments and feedback. Your words mean a lot to me. Please continue to share your thoughts on this chapter and the ones to follow; your support is deeply appreciated. - Join FB - Tracy Readrats********Leia's POVThe room was bathed in shades of red and black, giving it an undeniably kinky vibe. An assortment of flogs, chokers, plugs, and differently designed handcuffs graced the room, some of which I couldn't even name. Leather bras and thongs were abundant, with ropes, canes, and an array of other tools that I was unfamiliar with. Chains hung from the walls, paired with leather-coated cuffs."What exactly is this room? It's extremely kinky. Were my mates into the BDSM thing?" I mused aloud."You've stumbled upon our secret." Kai's voice made me jump, his smirk a mis
Leia – POVI saw Susan crying, her face a mess of tears, and I noticed Xavier and Reo looking at her with concern. "What's going on?" I asked, my voice filled with alarm. Susan was sniffling, her body wracked with sobs."Leia," she choked out, and I rushed over to hug her, trying to calm her down. I looked to Xavier and Kai for answers, my heart pounding in fear."Jennifer has been arrested and put in prison," Xavier said, worry etching his face."Why was she arrested? What did she do wrong?" I asked, my mind spinning."Jennifer aided the Black Moon Pack, the one held responsible for the death of Witch Queen Veronica," Susan stammered, barely able to get the words out.I couldn't understand it. "Why would Heather do such a thing? Wasn't Jennifer a Rogue witch? How can she hold her in Prison when she was the reason for Jennifer's exile?" I asked, confusion and anger mingling in my voice."I know, but Queen Heather had warned Jennifer never to aid anyone in war," Susan answered, her voi
Leia's POVKai's message flashed on my phone, "Where are you?"I quickly typed back, "Can both of you come to my room? We need to discuss something important."Moments later, there was a knock on my door. Kai and Xavier stepped in, their faces etched with concern.Xavier was the first to speak. "You said you wanted to talk. Please don't say you're thinking of leaving us." His voice trembled slightly, betraying his worry.Kai added, "When you mention 'we need to talk' in a message, it's usually not a good sign. It often means someone's ending things." He looked at me with apprehensive eyes.Taking a deep breath, I replied, "First off, both of you, calm down. I have no intention of leaving either of you."Seeing them still anxious, I continued, "There's just something important I need to share."Xavier, trying to mask his relief with a casual tone, inquired, "So, what's it about?"I took a deep breath and presented them with the pregnancy test results. Their eyes went wide as they tried
Leia – POVIt was back to business after returning from a romantic honeymoon with my mates. I headed to the Human realm with Xavier to finalize a crucial deal with another company. Meanwhile, Kai had his hands full at Bluewood Corporation, attempting to rectify the financial mess left behind by Francis, who had embezzled a significant amount from unsuspecting investors. Kai would be stationed in San Francisco for several days while Xavier and I remained in New York to seal our business deal."Leia, have you gotten the agreement for the deal ready?" Xavier inquired, his gaze fixated on mine, searching for affirmation."Yes, it's all set," I responded, carrying the agreement file to the conference room. We were on a tight schedule, and the conference room was waiting. It was time to present the revisions our team had made to the project in line with our client's requirements. The fate of our deal depended on their approval, and I was the one to deliver the presentation."You seem nervou
Author Note: Subsequent chapters delve into BDSM themes. If this is not to your preference, you may wish to skip this chapter. Enjoy your reading!Leia's POVXavier reached for a small remote, and with a click, the bed transformed. It no longer resembled an ordinary bed but one designed for kinks. A soft, eerie red light added an intense aura to the room."Before we begin," Xavier began, holding up a choker delicately designed with bondage rope, "Kai and I crafted this together." I knew that a choker was more than just an accessory; it symbolized respect and submission to a Dom or a master. It felt similar to the brand I wore. I chose to wear it, wanting to display my unwavering respect for Xavier and Kai, my mates who excelled in everything they did.His emerald eyes locked onto mine, a challenge evident in his gaze. "Are you certain you want to proceed, Leia?"Swallowing my nervousness, I met his stare resolutely. "I'm ready, Dom," I whispered.A teasing smirk graced his face, but i
Kai – POV Waking up next to Leia was an indescribable sensation. My heart was buoyed by her presence and a recent encounter in the soul realm with my late father. He had given me sage advice: cherish every moment with Leia and always be there for Xavier. My bond with both Leia and Xavier was irreplaceable. As these thoughts swirled, I gently caressed Leia's cheek. She opened her sleepy eyes, and our lips met in a brief, tender kiss. "Good morning," she murmured. She noticed Xavier's empty spot and added, "He must be at training already." "Seems like it," I replied, climbing out of bed. I had my own training to attend. Staying fit was a priority, and I could feel Leia's gaze as I dressed. "Your eyes are giving you away, Leia," I teased, catching her naughty stare. She blushed, retorting, "Am I that obvious?" Her satin pajamas hinted at her flawless figure, becoming even more evident as she stretched and approached me, wrapping her arms around my waist as I combed my hair. "Do we ha
Leia - POVI woke up with a throbbing headache, surrounded by my mates. It was a breathtaking sight—Xavier and Kai lay beside me, their features bathed in the gentle light of dawn. Their chiseled features and toned muscles glistened under the soft sunlight. It felt like I'd won the lottery having such handsome Alpha mates all to myself. Trying not to gawk, I stroked Kai's and Xavier's hair simultaneously. Suddenly, my hand was gently seized as Xavier's emerald eyes and Kai's rich brown ones fixed on me with intense scrutiny."Good morning," I managed, my face burning with embarrassment.Releasing my wrist, Kai and Xavier leaned in, kissing my cheeks tenderly. Their voices, thick with sleep, murmured their morning greetings. The warmth of their actions filled my heart."You look exhausted. Didn't you sleep well?" Xavier inquired with genuine concern."I believe I connected with Sia last night," I revealed, instantly drawing Kai and Xavier's attention.Kai's voice grew urgent. "What did
Leia–POVToday was the day to fight the candidates and select the kingdom's rightful ruler. I dressed in my fighting attire, ensuring it was flexible enough for quick movements. I checked myself in the mirror and tied my red hair into a ponytail. A wave of excitement coursed through me. It wasn't just my love for fighting that stirred these feelings; Kai's love for combat seemed to rub off on me. And just like Xavier always tweaked things to his vision, I changed the format of this challenge at the very last moment."Are you ready, Your Majesty?" Lily asked as she entered my room.I nodded, following her to the arena. The candidates, dressed in their fighting gear, waited. As I stood at the center, the blare of a horn signaled the start of the duel. Han was my first opponent. He was a Witcher, melding swordplay and magic in his fighting style. Although he tried, his attacks felt slow, especially since I'd trained with Xavier, a swift fighter. I quickly overcame Han, holding my dagger
Leia's POVI woke up feeling fresh, and the voice in my head stopped as I drifted to sleep and rolled out of bed. The door opened to find my mates walking in. Kai was holding the breakfast tray, and Xavier held a dress for me in hand, and I raised an eyebrow at them."Good morning," I muttered, and they smiled in return, saying their greetings and kissing my forehead one by one. "What a special occasion," I asked."You must have breakfast and get ready to meet the new candidates," Xavier said, showing me the gowns and his muscular muscles flexing in a half t-shirt without his intention of showing off. I gulped, seeing his strong arms and the beautiful dress in his hands showing it off."Do you like it?" Xavier asked in a husky purr, and I blushed, as he noticed my eyes trailing his body. Kai scoffs with jealousy at placing the breakfast in front of me, and I chuckle at Kai's fake pout."You stare at me, and I can strip for you." Kai purred."Not here. You guys make me lose my focus."
Leia – POV"I don't believe so, Queen Heather," a voice from the crowd challenged. A woman with brown hair and onyx eyes fixed her gaze on me. "This lady has brought forth a legitimate concern. I'm not pleased with how Queen Heather has ruled. She's stripped many privileges from common witches and those higher up.""You're the only one siding with Luna Leia," Queen Heather retorted, her eyes flashing dangerously at the defiant woman."I stand with her too, Queen Heather," another woman voiced. Slowly, more hands were raised in agreement. Queen Heather looked visibly shaken as the crowd expressed their dissent."Kill them all!" she ordered, but the guards remained unmoved."Didn't you hear me?" Queen Heather shrieked at the guards, but they stood their ground."I apologize, Your Majesty," one guard began, "but when those in power, including the high-ranking witches, revolt against you, we cannot obey your commands." Heather's fury was palpable. She rose into the air, powered by her mag
Leia – POV"Remove her handcuffs. I'd like to hear her side," Queen Heather commanded. At her order, the female guard unlocked my wrists. I retrieved a piece of paper from my pocket, glancing at it for reference."I need to correct the narrative that's been spun by your queen, Heather," I began, meeting her gaze. "The late Queen Veronica made an alteration to her will. She added a clause stating that if the citizens of this realm are dissatisfied with her lineage's rule, I have the authority to step in and nominate a successor." I watched as Heather's face contorted with displeasure. "Jennifer was an influential witch, and she was close to Queen Veronica. Jennifer knew about this clause, and was summoned by the Council of Witches to validate it, providing evidence she possessed. But, when she arrived at the council chamber, five members of the witch council were found dead, and she was falsely accused of the crime. They further tarnished my reputation by claiming I had ordered Jennife