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TEDDY The door rattled in its frame as Cassy stormed out, leaving me standing there, feeling like the floor had dropped out from under me. I couldn't calm down. How could I? This was Cassy. My Alpha, my mate, and she was the one standing in the way of something that felt as essential as breathing. I paced the room, my mind spinning with the same thought repeatedly. How could she not want this? She was supposed to be the one leading us forward, pushing for the future. Instead, all she seemed interested in was the physical part of being together, not the life that was supposed to come from it. I felt like my chest was being squeezed, tighter and tighter, until I could barely draw a breath. The need for a child, for our child, clawed at me so strongly that I could barely think straight. Why wasn't she feeling it? What was wrong with us? The walls of the house felt like they were closing in on me. I had to get out. I had to move. I opened the door and stepped outside, letting
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VIVIANAI never thought I'd find a mate. That kind of luck wasn't meant for someone like me. I was just Viv, a wet nurse in a pack who treated me like I was invisible unless they needed something. The best I ever hoped for was the small freedom I'd found when Prissy, the new Luna, decided I would be her personal wet nurse. The food got better, and I had more space to move around, but that was it. I still didn't know why she chose me nine years ago. There were plenty of other women she could've picked: stronger, healthier, and more willing. Women who already had babies and were lactating. I was just a 25-year-old kitchen maid at the time. But she'd pointed at me and told Alpha Greg she wouldn't have any kids until I could be the wet nurse for her. So, I became a prisoner in a nicer cage. But only after I was bred relentlessly for months so I would get pregnant. That couple of months still haunted my dreams. Then came the ball the Hervoux threw, desperate to mate off the Alph
Last Updated : 2024-08-12Beta - The Bayou Boys 46
CASSYEight hours. That's how long it had been since Teddy left, shutting me out completely. Panic twisted inside me, making breathing hard, but Phin wouldn't let me go after him. He kept telling me to stay put, to trust that Teddy would return when he was ready, but the silence in my mind was unbearable. Every time I tried to reach out to him, there was nothing. Just an empty void where his presence should have been. Phin finally got Marilee settled with me before heading out to search. He knelt down in front of her, his hands on her shoulders. "Aunt Cassy will watch you, okay? But I need to go find Uncle Teddy." Marilee's eyes widened, fear clouding her small face. "Did Uncle Teddy run away?" "No, sweetheart," Phin said, shaking his head. "He's just upset and trying to work through it. I'll bring him back, I promise." Marilee nodded, but I could see the fear in her eyes, the way she clung to Phin's hand for a moment longer than usual before letting go. As soon as Phin left,
Last Updated : 2024-08-13Beta - The Bayou Boys 47
CASSY We arrived in the abandoned town in the dark, shadows stretching across the crumbling streets like black veins. Phin's hunch was accurate. A faint scent lingered, traceable but fragile. Then, just as quickly as it appeared, it vanished, leaving nothing but empty air. My chest tightened as dread crept in, but I refused to let it stop us. Teddy was out here somewhere, and I wouldn't leave without him.As we moved cautiously through the overgrown weeds and cracked pavement, the town felt eerily quiet, like a place forgotten by the world. The silence stirred memories I had tried to bury deep. I couldn't help but think back to that time with Kael, the time we almost lost him. The parallels were too close, too unnerving.I had promised myself I wouldn't let anyone else get that close to the edge. But here we were again, chasing after Teddy, and the fear was like an old wound that refused to heal.The memory of Teddy's pale face, barely clinging to life, flashed in my mind, and I h
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TEDDY When I came to, the world was dark and cold, the kind of oppressive cold that sinks into your bones and refuses to let go. The air was thick with dampness, and as I shifted, I realized I was lying on a hard, uneven floor. My head pounded, and I struggled to open my eyes.Where the hell was I? This wasn't right. Louisiana didn't have basements, not like this. The thought bit at me, the impossibility of it cutting through the haze. My body ached, and when I finally forced my eyes open, I saw a flash of blonde hair. My heart jumped. Cassy?But it wasn't her. The realization hit me like a cold slap. The hair wasn't right. It was too short, too ragged. I blinked, trying to focus. I struggled to piece together where I was and how I'd gotten here. But before I could gather my thoughts, pain exploded through my side. A hard boot to the ribs knocked the breath from my lungs, and I curled in on myself as I gasped for air."Look who's awake." Another voice kick followed, and I bit bac
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TEDDY I strained to hear Cassy and Phin moving through the house above, their footsteps faint, muffled by the dark magic trapping me. I tried to call out, but the sound died in my throat. They were so close, yet so unreachable. Phin's voice broke through the barrier. But when he threw the talisman out the window, it wasn't enough. The magic in the house lifted, revealing signs of life, but I remained trapped, buried in the shadows.Panic set in as I thought they might leave without realizing I was there. I knew I had to find a way to leave a sign, something they couldn't miss. Ignoring the pain that shot through me, I forced myself to move. My shirt hung in shreds from the beatings. I ripped off a piece. It's a bloody piece, and I hope it will tell the story I couldn't.I crawled closer to the front, where a small hole led to the floor above. They couldn't leave without finding something, without knowing I was here. I pushed the fabric as hard as possible through the hole. The til
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CASSY I knelt beside Teddy, hands shaking as I wiped the blood from his face. Relief that he was alive clashed with the horror of what I'd just done. Rod's lifeless body lay a few feet away. Teddy's wounds, which had seemed so severe moments ago, were already healing under my touch. I kissed him repeatedly, each a desperate attempt to convince myself that he was still with me, still mine. Still alive.As his flesh mended, the reality of what I'd done began to sink in. I'd killed someone. My chest tightened, my breath coming in short, panicked gasps as the enormity of it crashed down on me. I lay down beside Teddy, unable to tear my eyes away from Rod's body. The adrenaline that had carried me through the fight dwindled, leaving me cold and shaking. Teddy pulled me into his arms, but his warmth couldn't chase away the chill that had settled deep.I tried to focus on him, on the fact that he was safe, that I'd saved him. But the image of Rod's twisted, lifeless face kept pulling me b
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CASSY I really hoped giving Phin back some power wouldn't come to bite me in the ass, but there had to be an Alpha in charge since we were still going through the shit with the Hervouxs. As I slipped into a deep sleep, the world blurred. Soon, I was in Leila's realm. The colors were soft and muted, like a fading dream. I found her by the familiar pond, sitting on the edge and tracing patterns in the water with her fingers. She looked different. Tired and worn out, with her hair in disarray and dark circles under her eyes. It was unsettling to see her this way, so different from the vibrant presence she usually embodied. I moved closer, the grass soft beneath my feet, and sat down beside her. "Leila, what's wrong with you?" She didn't look up, her focus remaining on the water. "I'm dying, Cassy." I started panicking instantly. I never knew a moment without her in my head. "What will we do without a Moon Goddess? How can we...what are we going to do? What will all the werewolve
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KNOX - I pushed open the door to the house. Teddy followed behind, whistling some tune already stuck in my head. We'd left the twins with Phin. Koda and Marilee had been inseparable, and honestly, Phin seemed like he had things under control.I never thought I would say that, but it was true. He was doing pretty damn good handling this one. So far, anyway. Inside, the house was quiet. Too quiet.Teddy glanced around. "Where is everyone?"We stepped into the living room, and Cassy was lounging on the couch. She'd finally woken up, and I'm sure Mom had gotten all the kids out to give her some peace. I could barely register it before Teddy sprinted across the room and scooped her into his arms. He kissed her like the world might end if he didn't."Geez, get a room," I muttered, rolling my eyes as I leaned against the doorframe.Teddy shot me a grin over Cassy's shoulder. "Gladly," he quipped, lifting her effortlessly as she let out a playful laugh. He headed toward the hallway, carryi
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PHIN - I walked along the edge of the bayou at daybreak. Koda and Kage trailed behind me, their steps careful as they took in the surroundings. I had to remember that they were essentially city boys. Cypress trees loomed above us, the Spanish moss draping down like nature's curtains. They were in awe."Today, I will show you boys some ways you can help out around here." I turned to face them. "There's always plenty to do, and it's a good way to get to know the land better."Kage grinned. "I've been waiting for this. What are we doing first?""We'll start by checking the crawfish traps," I replied. "Then maybe give Viv and Morna a hand with the feast."Koda glanced back toward the house. "Is Marilee coming too?""She'll join us later," I said. "Right now, she's helping her Mama in the kitchen."We made our way through the marsh, avoiding the softer mud. The air was thick with the scent of wildflowers and wet earth. As we reached the traps, I saw they were packed full of crawfish, thei
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SKY - I stood in the kitchen, surveying the crazy mess of toys scattered across the floor. The twins, Nola and Huck, had transformed the entire house into their personal playground. They had an uncanny ability to find mischief in every corner at just a year old.I should have expected it just from watching their fathers. "Nola, that's not for chewing," I called out as she attempted to bite down on the remote control. She looked up with a cheeky grin, her tiny teeth flashing. They were teething and trying to chew the entire house up.Kyran chuckled beside me. "She's got your inquisitiveness, you know."I nudged him playfully. "And your knack for getting into trouble."Kael emerged from the hallway, carrying a laundry basket overflowing with tiny clothes. "Has anyone seen the other sock to this pair?" He held up a lone blue sock adorned with little wolves. Huck's favorite."Check under the couch," I suggested. "That's where Huck hides his treasures."As if on cue, Huckley waddled over
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PHINWatching my daughter cling to Koda like her entire world depended on him tore me apart inside. She was too young for such an intense bond, and the worst part? It was my fault. My failures as an Alpha and as her father had pushed her toward this. I couldn't undo it, but the guilt was eating me alive.Knox cleared his throat. "Alright, time for us to head back," he announced as he looked at Viv and me. "The kids need to say their goodbyes."The moment he said it, the air shifted. Koda's grip on Marilee tightened, her tiny arms wrapping around him even more fiercely. Panic flared in their eyes, a sudden realization hitting them hard. It was like a switch had been flipped. It was sad they had not even thought about being seperated. This is why I wished Leila had waited a little longer. How will they handle it? They cannot be glued to one another forever. I wanted to be with my mate and had to wait. Teddy wanted to be with Cassy but had to wait. It was just a part of it. A part they
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Finally, Kage took a few hesitant steps toward us. He crouched down, his face still uncertain, but then, with a quiet smile, he reached out and gave me a gentle shove, trying to pull me into the game. I barked and ran toward him, nipping playfully at his hand. He laughed softly, and for a second, it was like old times. Just the two of us, playing like we always had. But then he hesitated again, glancing over at Marilee, and the awkwardness settled back in. Kage tried to join in, tried to wrestle a little with us, but I could tell his heart wasn’t really in it. After a few more halfhearted attempts, he gave up, standing back up with a sigh. He watched us for a moment longer, then turned and walked back toward the adults, his shoulders slumped. I watched him go, feeling guilty. I should’ve been there for him, should’ve pulled him in, but it was so hard to focus on anything other than Marilee right now. She was everything in that moment—her laughter, her bright eyes, her hands running
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KODA - Everything felt different. The moment I shifted, the world around me grew bigger, louder, more alive. It wasn’t just me anymore. It was my wolf and me, together. My senses sharpened, picking up every sound, every movement, every shift in the air around me. I could hear the soft rustle of leaves, the water flowing in the Bayou, and most of all, I could smell Marilee close by. Her scent was sweet, warm, and safe. She wasn’t scared at all. “Koda! You did it!” Marilee’s voice was full of excitement. When she ran over, her fingers slipped into my fur like it was the most natural thing in the world. I leaned into her touch, letting my wolf take over for a moment. I felt every stroke, every soft scratch along my neck, and it made my tail wag before I could stop it. I’d done it. I’d shifted. For her. For Marilee. Her hand moved gently through my fur, scratching in a way that made me want to lie down at her feet and never move again. I wanted to be her wolf, to protect her, to alwa
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PHIN - Marilee clung to me, her little body still trembling from everything that had happened, but I could feel her relaxing. Finally, she pulled back just enough to look up at me, those big brown eyes wide and curious."Daddy, Koda said he got his wolf. Can I see it? Please?"My stomach dropped. Letting Koda shift in front of her made me nervous as hell. He was too young. Sure, the kid had shifted already, but that didn't mean he could control it. Wolves didn't just pop out on command like some damn party trick. Especially not when they were barely twelve.I opened my mouth to tell her no, that it wasn't safe, but those eyes. Damn it, how could I say no to those eyes? She had me wrapped around her finger, and she knew it."I don't know, sweetheart," I muttered. "Koda and I need to have a few conversations first, okay? It's a big deal, and he's still learning. But maybe."Marilee's face lit up. Koda was right there the second I put her down, taking her hand like it was the most natur
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PHIN - I couldn't get enough of her. After all the shit I'd said, all the ways I'd made her feel small, the only way to make it right was to show her how much I needed her. Not as some quiet background presence but as my equal. My everything. So I worshipped her the way she deserved. Her every curve fit perfectly against my body. This was me making up for every stupid remark I'd ever said. Her chestnut hair spilled over the pillow as I traced her skin with reverence, trailing kisses over her neck and down. I could feel her surrender, but it wasn't submission It was trust. Trust I had to earn back. "Je t'adore," I whispered. "You're everything, mon cœur." (I adore you... my heart) She let out a breath, arching into me. This wasn't just about sex anymore. This was something primal that connected us on a level I couldn't explain. As we moved together, I felt her wolf. It was faint, like an echo, but she was there. Viv hadn't heard her in so long, but now... Now she was stirrin
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TEDDY - We hadn't stood there long when a noise echoed through the trees. Crashing, banging, something big tearing through the brush. I tensed immediately, my instincts kicking in as I exchanged a look with Knox. Then, something streaked past us. A blur, fast and low to the ground. A white blur."What the hell was that?" Knox asked.I didn't wait to answer. My wolf surged, pushing me forward, and I took off after the white blur. Knox was right on my heels. Whatever it was, it was moving fast, darting through the trees like a flash of lightning.The chase lasted for miles. We ran hard, faster than I'd run in weeks, our wolves pushing to keep up. My muscles burned, and every sharp turn through the woods made my mind race. The scent it left behind was faint but undeniable. Wolf, but something else too. Something unfamiliar.It wasn't until we were halfway to the Bayou land that the thing finally slowed. We cornered it near a narrow clearing, and I shifted back to human, my lungs burnin
