Being escorted back to my family by Jamie I felt numb.
“Did you have fun honey?” Mom asked me as Jamie kissed my hand and walked away.
“Yes mom I did.” I said as I rubbed my hand where Jamie kissed it.
What was that? It felt like the sparks Shane gave me on the twins birthday but weaker. A bell rang out.
“The Dawson family invites you to sit and dine now.” We all approached the great table set up with food.
Place cards with names sat at each place setting. My family found their seats but I notice my name is not with them. Standing there looking confused and awkward. Mr. Stanley came up behind me and whispered.
“Come with me your chair is up at the head of the table.” I followed him still confused.
He stopped in front of a chair that was next to Jamie. I slid into the chair and sat quietly with my eyes on the plate in front of me.
“You know we won’t bite, right?” I gave Jamie a quick look as he was leaning back from whispering to me.
“So mother, father this is Scarlett Black. The daughter of the Alpha from Crystal Lake pack.” Jamie said to his parents and brother.
“Hello dear, I am Queen Robyn and this is King Matthew.” The Queen said to me as I nodded and smiled trying to hide my nerves.
“Hello your highnesses.” I said quietly my eyes falling back onto the plate in front of me.
“So you got my invitation.” Shane said with a smile.
I looked up to him where he was sitting across from me and next to Princess Charlotte.
“So Scarlett we have heard a little bit about you from Shane. Tell us what do you do for hobbies?” The Queen asked me.
“I watch TV shows and play video games with my brothers.” I said not being able to think and got a laugh from everyone around me as a response.
“Oh my dear I see why Shane likes you so much. You are normal.” Charlotte laughed making me both blush and ball up my fists with anger.
As we ate the Queen asked me more about my life and family, letting them know the same as Shane Math was my favorite subject and I was considered ‘smart’. After dinner we headed through the palace, to the church attached to the north wing. Being escorted by the royal family made me feel funny. Shane and Jamie seemed to be competing with each other to show me as much as they could. Shane seemed to be completely ignoring the Princess and I felt a tinge of sadness for her even after the condescending comments at dinner.
I finally got to sit with my family again and I snuggled into my mom’s shoulder for the whole crowning ceremony. Shane looked so regal sitting on the throne with the crown on his head. As he rose the whole place erupted into applause welcoming a new generation as the true king. Princess Charlotte watching him from the side of the room with his parents and Jamie. She looked indifferent; I guessed it must be horrible to be away from your family for your fiancé’s crowning and barely being noticed by him the whole time while he fawned over me.
We were about to go back to the hotel to collect our bags when I feel a hand on my shoulder. Turning I see Princess Charlotte. I quickly bow and she tuts me I look up at her and she’s smiling at me.
“Scarlett I wanted to speak to you before you left woman to woman.” She asked softly.
“Yes your highness.” I answered.
“I wanted to speak to you in private if I may?” I looked at my family and waved my hand to tell them I would meet them outside.
“Of course I understand.” I said to her as I follow her to a room she was heading towards.
“I wanted to speak to you about Shane. I heard you two hit it off a few months ago and from what I saw at dinner and on our walk to the church I can now see that the rumors I heard were correct.” She said as she was shutting the door.
I spun around to see her face looked the same as it did during the ceremony.
“We had one interaction at my twin brothers’ birthday. It wasn’t as if we had a date or anything and I never asked to be separate from my family at dinner and I was just trying to not be awkward by ignoring questions.” I stumbled out and she smiled at my uncomfortableness.
“It’s ok I understand, he is very handsome and the king now.” She said making me look at her with wide eyes. Does she seriously think I am trying to steal him just because he’s king now?
“I promise you there is nothing between us.” I said and she nodded in response.
“If you two are mates you will not be able to resist the pull once you turn 18.” She said as I just stared at her.
“I will be marrying him later this year before you turn 18. I will not tolerate being second best in a marriage. This match has been in place by our families since I was 5 and he was 6.” My eyes have become so wide they were starting to hurt.
“I would never interfere in a marriage.” I said trying to breathe normally, wishing someone would come and rescue me from this situation.
As my head became light from my fast breathing there was a knock on the door. My mom appeared and as sweetly as she seemed to muster after seeing my face.
“I’m sorry to interrupt your highness, but we must be leaving it is a long drive back to Crystal Lake and we have young ones with us.” Thanking the Moon Goddess for my mother’s feeling link to her children right now.
I slipped past the Princess who was standing in the middle of the doorway without a word and left the palace with mom. Sitting in the limo with my family I snuggled in between my mom and dad and slipped into an uneasy sleep.
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Standing in the training area, breathing heavy as my whole body ached. Sparing with Chris had never been hard for me but with him being Alpha now he had gotten so much stronger. My lip was split and I was pretty sure I had a dislocated shoulder but I was pushing through the pain. Right as I was blocking another of Chris’ unrelenting attacks. “Ok that’s time everyone thank you for your hard work today go home and rest.” Mr. Hue’s voice stopped everyone’s fighting. Seeing the state of his little sister Chris looked like he regretted not holding back more“Sorry sis I forgot I have Alpha str
After a lot of congratulations and promising I would call her back to discuss details after my tour with the Prince. I headed back downstairs to see Jamie sitting on the couch playing a driving game against my younger brothers. Smiling to myself as I walked up. “Sorry for the wait. I got some news from my best friend at Opal Moon.” I said. James looked at me with a bright beaming smile knowing it would be something to do with Kyle I nodded at him and rubbed his head. “Not a problem, these two have been beating me bad. I’m glad you’re here to rescue me.” He said as he stood and bowed to my brothers.
Feeling numb, confused and warm as I sat on my bed thinking of what to do next. Unable to think properly I decided to call Lily remembering that I promised to call her once Jamie left. “Hey how’s being engaged?” I asked her as she picked up. “It’s amazing. Are you ok sis you sound weird?” She asked me. My breathe caught as I tried to form the words in my mind. “Um yeah just had a weird day.” I said. She hummed in response knowing
After a night of celebrations, hugs and a lot of congratulations Lily and I fell asleep on the couch together. Waking up the next morning in my bed confused before I shrugged it off and headed to the bathroom. The warm water felt like it was washing away the stress and worry I had been holding for the past few months. After a very long shower I climbed out and sat wrapped in a towel on my bed. Thoughts jumbled in my head making my head feel heavy shaking my head I dried off and walked to my closet. After pulling on black jeans and a fluffy sweatshirt I headed down to find Lily digging through the fridge. “Having fun in there?” I asked with a laugh. “Everything is making me feel gross no matter what I eat I feel l
After a long day of dress and shoe shopping we had picked out a wedding dress for Lily that had made us both cry, it was a gorgeous pure white silk gown with sequins lining the sweetheart neckline and train, and a bridesmaid dress that had made Lily growl and wolf whistle at me. It hadn’t been my type of dress with a very low cut plunging neckline in a deep blue. Of course Lily had to pick out bright red clashing shoes because; “A girl has to have a pop of color in an outfit.” This made us burst into laughter scaring the poor sales assistant who was helping us. After a quick dinner at a fancy restaurant with Kyle, in which he was bored out of his mind by the girl talk and said he was really missing Chris right now, we continued to a high end store to start step one of Lily’
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With my last day of school almost over I was excited for my birthday to find out who my true mate is, but also I get to see my nephew Carl again. As I left the place I had been to every weekday for the past several years for the last time I felt a sense of loss but at the same time a feeling of freedom and the dread of the unknown. As I was waiting for the pack car to arrive I spotted a car that looks familiar to me. As it stopped in front of me the back window rolls down to reveal Shane’s bright smile. I had become so familiar with that face in the past few months. We have spent countless hours watching movies and TV shows we both enjoy, or reading side by side with my legs draped over his. Getting to know my potential mate had been the best time of the last year and the happiest I have eve
Screaming vibrated threw the halls as I pushed. "One more push and you'll be able to rest." A redheaded nurse said to me as I crushed her hand in mine. "I can't I'm too tired!" I cried, tears rolling down my face. "Scarlett you need to push now!" the doctor said from between my legs. I breathed in and pushed as hard as I could. As a northern scream passed from my lips I heard small cries. looking down I saw a small baby in the doctor's arms. I started crying harder looking at the small perfect baby. "I did it Shane I did it for us." I whisper to myself before clearing my throat. The doctor looked at Deacon and Grace who I didn't realize were standing in the doorway. Grace looked like she was going to take my child and run."Give me my child now!" I shouted with more power than I realized causing the baby to start crying. Deacon nodded at the doctor who laid my baby on my bare chest. I wrapped my hands around my baby and stroked its back. "Congratulations on your baby girl." th
My eyes shot open causing me pain from the brightness of the room. I squinted and blinked trying to center myself. My hands shot to my very pregnant belly and rubbed while I sighed in relief."It was just a dream." I mumbled."What was that dear?" A female voice caused me to jump and look towards her."I'm sorry I didn't mean to startle you. Deacon said you might want to talk when you woke up. I was just bringing you these so this room didn't feel so empty." She said as she sat a vase of pink and blue roses next to the bed.I stared at this woman who claimed to be my mother with wonder and slight anger. If she hadn't made up this situation of being my mother I would be at home with my true family. My husband and helping to rule my kingdom. She sighed feeling my stare and turned to look me in the eye. Her eyes were strikingly similar to mine. Her hair fell in a strangely familiar way. She looked sad while sitting in the chair next to me, almost tired.
Shane's POVStanding in the meeting room the distinct smell of blood kissed my nose. I froze, my head shooting up eyes wide I could tell everyone in the room could smell it too. Noone was breathing. Noone made a move until we heard the screams then everyone burst out of the room through the castle and over the ground towards the cottage. Once we arrived it was a horrible scene. Blood covered the drive and the broken bloody bodies of the guards lay in front of the door."SCARLETT?!" I screamed into the cottage as I slipped on blood running inside.I cleared the whole place within a minute but there was noone inside."Mom?" I heard Chris say from outside and exited the cottage to see Scarlett's family surrounding her mother laying on the ground next to one of the trees.I mindlinked a doctor to come and tend to her as I turned to Jamie who was kneeling next to one of the dead guards."This was him. We can't let he
Waking in a bright white room made me panic and reach for my stomach. I was breathing heavy panicking about the baby. When I realised everything was normal, or as normal as it could be. I looked around the hospital room slowly only stopping when my eyes fell on Deacon sleeping in a chair in the corner of the room."How long have I been here?" I said startling him awake."Scarlett? You're awake." He said yawning."How long?" I said more aggressive." You've been sleeping since yesterday morning. It's now." He said looking down at the golden watch on his wrist. "8pm."I looked at him through squinted eyes remembering what happened the morning before."I want answers!" I said.He nodded sitting up and rubbing his hands together."Listen this isn't." He started but I cut him off."No! I want real answers. Why did your mother say those things to me? Why did you kidnap me and bring me here? Is it about terriorty? A ranso
Standing stunned looking between this woman and Deacon. He rushed into the room grabbing her arm, this caused me to move forward toward them and growl."What do you mean mom?" I half asked half screamed all the emotions from last night bubbling up."We will discuss this later." Deacon said through gritted teeth before dragging the woman who looked just like me out of the room.I huffed and sat on the bed looking around the room in daylight. The dark purple was a beautiful color and made the room look very royal. I saw a set of clothes laid out on a dresser I hadn't noticed last night. I approached and saw it was a sundress that was yellow with delicate pink flowers lining the hems. I suddenly realized I had slept in my clothes and headed into the adjoining bathroom to shower.I dressed and left the room after I felt not so stale. Trying to find my way into a dining room, study or the front door I walked for at least 20 minutes down long grand
After driving for hours my eyes were puffy and red. My throat was so dry and sore from crying and yet all I could do was hold my stomach protectively and silently sob. It was after we had passed a horrific battle at our northern border and entered the rogue nation when the driver finally slowed down and drove normally. He didn't speak much but kept glancing in the rear vision mirror looking at me with what I assumed was pity. He had offered me a bottle of water but I was not going to drink it! We had been driving for hours when I cracked and finally took a sip. My throat screamed in happiness when it was finally quenched. However then another problem arouse. I had to use the bathroom. "I need you to stop or I'm going to make a mess back here." I crocked out in my now horse voice. He looked at me again before speaking for the first time. "We will be there in less than 30 minutes can you wait?" His voice was oddly soft.
It was early morning when I was awoken to knocking on the door. I realized Shane wasn't beside me and slid out of bed to go and see what was happening. Shane was speaking with guard and he looked like he was ready to kill someone. He slammed the door and huffed before turning and jumping when he saw me standing there."What's happening?" I asked me with worried filled voice."Nothing go back to bed love." He said moving toward me dropping a piece of paper on the counter.I shook my head walking forward and grabbing the paper before Shane could get it away from me."What's this?" I ask as I open it to read it."Another rogue was caught at our border with it." Shane said looking worried.I opened it and read the simple message."I formally request the King and Queen attend a dinner being held in their honor." Signed Rogue King.I started to shake my head looking from the words to Shane an
Sitting in the hospital waiting for the doctor was nerve-wracking. Shane held my hand tight as we waited for the scan to see our little peanut. The doctor entered the room greeting us warmly."Your highnesses its my pleasure to be helping you today." He said with a bright smile."Dr Grant." Shane said with a nod."Shall we see how your little bundle of joy is doing?" Dr Grant asked as he rolled over the ultrasound machine.I nodded eagerly as I squeezed Shane's hand feeling to cold gel on my stomach. He squeezed back smiling widely at me."OK! It all looks good. I'm guessing you guys want prints?" He asked.I nodded. "Yes please we have alot of family wanting to see this little peanut." As I said the nickname he laughed.He turned the screen and pointed out our baby before leaving the room to let us gush over each other."We need to keep you two safe." Shane said kissing me on the foreh
After Charlotte and Jamie left for the hospital Shane and I headed back to the palace. I felt ashamed that I blew up at her right before she went into labour."What's wrong my love?" Shane asked as he pulled me close.I looked up at him and shook my head. We continued to walk in silence until we got to the room. Shane stopped in front of the door and sighed. I rubbed my hand up his arm making a low moan rise from his chest."Let's go in." I said sliding around him and opened the door.He shuffled in behind me and flopped onto the bed while I went to the bathroom. I came out and saw he was in the same spot so I approached him. He sat upright and pulled me into his lap burying his nose in my hair and breathing in my scent. I cradled his head before speaking lightly."Do you think we made the wrong decision?" I asked causing him to up at me confused."About Charlotte's proposal. I mean I'm thinking of our child's feeling