Chapter 83Declan’s POVI couldn’t stop thinking about Kendal all day long.I was annoyed and at the same time, I had a strong feeling that I merely overreacted. I felt bad for judging her that quickly even if I’d promised her I’d never leave her.But I still saw no reason why someone she had no relationship with whatsoever would try to implicate her.I sank into my chair and buried my palm and pondered hard on what to do next. Just then the door knob turned and Olivia strolled in.I scoffed at seeing her because now wasn’t the right time for anyone to try and get on my nerves.“What do you want?” I scoffed with a frown plastered on my face.“What do you mean what do I want? I saw the frown on your face and I wanted to check up on you. I don’t think that’s a bad thing to do.” She whimpered with a fake countenance plastered on her face.I wasn’t even in the mood for any of this to be frank. I was perplexed and I was too tired to even reply to anything she was saying.I knew she was tr
Chapter 84Kendall’s POV As I walked through the forest which was dark and desolate, a lot of thoughts crowded my mind. I knew I was so bothered and things were happening too fast.I felt choked and sad and I couldn’t hide the disappointment of not meeting my mom and my sister here. I was so eager to run to her and tell her about how quickly Declan switched up on me.I was offended that they made such a decision to go and live with humans and they didn’t think it was necessary to tell me about it.I was all alone and I needed to find my answers all by myself. Everyone was away from me and those that were supposed to be by my side turned on me already.My head ached badly as I rubbed my stomach gently. My baby was the reason I was going to make sure I made it out of this.Life was so unfair and unpredictable at times, just a few days back I was making arrangements for the declaration of my pregnancy.It was among the arrangements that Declan came to me with the accusations he didn’t g
Chapter 85Declan’s POV“Find her!! Find her!!” I yelled angrily at the guard beside me with so much fury in my eyes.“They are on it, they are going to find her as soon as possible, we just need some time and she’ll be brought before you…”Everything he was saying just sounded like he was merely blabbing to me.How stupid were my so-called guards? How useless could they be?These are the people who are supposed to protect me when they can’t even make sure someone stays in a cell. What if it was someone who could kill me or worse? That’s the same way they’ll have let the person loose?They were so incompetent and I wasn’t going to let them off this hook that easily.“If you haven’t found her then tell me why are you here?” I snapped at him.“Just to let you know we are not it and we are not sleeping on your order. She has gotten quite far before they went after her, the only way they are getting aid is through her scent.”Although the guard was trying to be polite and picked his words
Chapter 86Kendall’s POV I woke up looking around trying to remember where I Exactly I was. I looked around and the surroundings weren’t exactly one I remember.After pondering hard I finally remembered everything that happened last night. How I met the man, how I was chased, and how he helped me till I slept off.I stood up and looked around, but he was nowhere to be found. Was he gone already? I thought he said something about wanting to be part of my journey, was that a lie too?I didn’t even know why I trusted him to begin with, he didn’t tell me anything about himself, and exactly did he find me. Popping out from nowhere was so random!He didn’t even mention his name and I followed him all the way here and even spent the night?What was wrong with me? I rubbed my stomach gently and I sighed in relief when I felt my baby kick.That was the only assurance and motivation that I needed.I started pondering if I made a very big mistake by following a strange man all the way here.Why
Chapter 87Kendall’s POVA Safe EscapeRaymond and I continued walking through the vast land. It was really scary and I was glad that I wasn’t walking on my own. I made sure I made no noise as we walked and Raymond did the same. We were hearing squeals from some unknown and unseen creatures but we weren’t seeing them. I felt like I was going to die anytime soon.Suddenly, Raymond turned to look at me and said with a low voice,“We are almost out of this land to just continue being slonwt and quiet.”I nodded my head in response, afraid to speak as I feared that my voice could wake up or attract the creatures. After working for a couple more minutes, we got out of the vast land and I heaved a sigh of relief.“That’s the most scared I’ve ever been in my life. I have never experienced such scary moment,” I said.A smile appeared on Raymond’s face and that was the first time I’ve seen him smile since we began this journey.“You did well. But thankfully we are out of that region,” he repli
Chapter 88Kendall’s POVJourney Alone“Give me a minute,” Raymond said.I watched him drop the bags he was holding on the floor. You got on one knee and began to remade through the bags. Finally, he brought out a pocket knife from the bag and my eyes widened in shock.“A pocket knife? What do you need the pocket knife for?” I asked, starting to get scared.A probably noticed the fear on my face and then said,“I am not going to harm you with this pocket knife. I need it for the peace offering.”I was still confused by what he meant by that before I saw him slash his hand with the pocket knife. A gasp immediately escaped from my lips as I watched the blood gather in his palms.“Why did you do that?” I yelled.“I told you I needed to make a peace offering for your next step of the journey,” he replied.“And that requires you slashing your hand?” I asked.“Yes, I am using a small drop of my blood to make the piece offering for your safety as you journey through the rest of the land on y
Chapter 89Declan’s POV I sank into the chair in my study, the rich aroma of wine swirling around me like a comforting embrace.Deep in thought, I picked up a glass of wine and emptied it in a single gulp.I had a lot on my mind, the most occurring one sharing a link with Kendall. Her actions got to me.I couldn’t shake the disbelief that weighed heavy on my heart. Kendall’s actions had left me reeling, questioning everything I thought I knew.How could she betray me like this? After all the time we’d spent together, shared moments, and exchanged secrets, I believed we were building something solid.I thought there was something, I thought we were finally building something but I guess she was lying all along.I knew what I did was rational and selfish and I shouldn’t have locked her up that fast but at the same time she should try to see where I was coming from.I was just trying to be sure, I was eventually going to come back to my senses after calming down and apologize to her but
Chapter 90Kendall’s POV I stared blankly as he made a blood oath in front of me.I was scared as I retorted at the sight of someone causing harm to themselves.He turned and smiled at me, still in shock, I maintained a very safe distance from him:“You don’t have anything to be afraid of, you can go and soon you’ll get to your destination.”On the one hand, I was happy I was going forward with my money but the sights which I saw almost made me change my mind.The thought that I might not make it to the human world alive, that I might get devoured by a creature or worse just die on the way.“Why are you hesitant? Don’t you want to continue your journey?” He inquired.I paused for a while because honestly I also didn’t know what I wanted to do. I didn’t know if it was wise for me to press on but where else could I go?The only family I had was the one I was trying desperately to meet. If I stopped now and continued the journey back home, where exactly was home?Declan might have my h
EpilogueWith their love reaffirmed and their bond stronger than ever, Declan and I embarked on a new chapter of our lives together. In just a few short days, surrounded by our loved ones, we exchanged vows and pledged our hearts to each other in marriage. It was a day filled with laughter, tears, and overwhelming joy, as we celebrated our love and commitment to each other.And then, four months later, our joy knew no bounds as I gave birth to twin boys, healthy and strong, who bore a striking resemblance to their father. Holding them in my arms for the first time, I felt a sense of completeness wash over me, knowing that our family was now complete.A week later, as the moonlight filtered through the curtains of our quarters, causing a warmth over the room, I stood watching our twin boys sleep peacefully in their crib. Their tiny chests rose and fell in perfect rhythm, a sight that never failed to fill my heart with warmth and gratitude.Suddenly, I felt Declan’s presence behind me.
Chapter 150Declan’s POVAs the sun painted the sky in colors of red and orange, our pack returned to our home, weary but victorious. With Kendall and her mother by my side, we made our way back to the safety of our camp, the weight of our recent battles slowly lifting from our shoulders.That night, we gathered together for a feast, a celebration of our hard-won victory. The air was filled with laughter and music as we ate and drank, the scent of roasted meat and spiced wine mingling in the air.Around the fire, our pack members shared tales of bravery and triumph, their voices raised in joyful celebration. Kendall’s mother, her face illuminated by the flickering flames, shared stories of her own, her words a testament to the strength and resilience of our pack.As the night wore on, the tension of our recent battles faded into the background, replaced by a sense unity. For the first time in what felt like ages, we were able to relax and enjoy each other’s company, free from the con
Chapter 149Declan’s POVAs the excitement and rejoicing of our victory began to fade, I knew there was still one matter that needed to be addressed. I gathered everyone in the camp, their eyes fixed on me with a mixture of anticipation and apprehension.“Friends,” I began, my voice carrying across the clearing, “we have emerged victorious from this battle. But there is still one question that remains unanswered: what should we do with him?” I asked, pointing to my father-in-law bounded in chains.A murmur of voices erupted from the crowd. Some called for mercy, while others demanded justice. But as I looked around, I could see the steely determination in their eyes. They knew as well as I did that Kendall’s father was a threat that could not be ignored.Turning to Kendall, I sought her counsel, knowing that her opinion held weight among our people. “Kendall,” I said, my voice gentle yet firm, “what do you think we should do?”Kendall’s gaze was steady as she met mine, her expression
Chapter 148Declan’s POVAs the battle raged around us, I caught sight of Kendall’s mother among the chaos. My heart skipped a beat at the sight of her, a sense of dread flooding through me.What could she be doing here? I asked myself. Before I could approach her, she met my gaze with an expression. She approached me, her eyes filled with a fierce determination.“I can help weaken them,” she said, her voice steady. “But I need your men to attack fiercely when the time is right.”I nodded, understanding the gravity of her words. Even though she appeared weak and powerless, Kendall’s mother was a force to be reckoned with, her unique blend of werewolf and witch abilities giving her a power unlike any other.As she began her chants, I watched in awe as the magic began to take effect. The rogues fell to the ground, their movements sluggish and uncoordinated. The rest of our warriors seemed strengthened by the rogues’ weakness, their attacks more focused and precise.With a renewed sense
Chapter 147Kendall’s POVI sat in the small tent, my heart heavy with worry and fear for Declan and the men at war. The sounds of battle echoed in the distance, every sound sending shivers down my spine.As I prayed for their safety, a wounded warrior stumbled into the tent, his face pale and painted with blood. He gasped for breath, his words tumbling out in a rush.“We’re losing,” he said, his voice trembling with fear. “Your father… he’s using the rogues. They’re tearing through our men like… like nothing I’ve ever seen.”My heart sank at his words, a cold knot of dread forming in the pit of my stomach. I knew what it meant if my father succeeded in taking over our pack. We would become slaves, forced to bend to his will or face the consequences.The others in the tent looked at each other with wide eyes, the weight of the news sinking in. We were facing a force unlike anything any of us had ever encountered before, and the possibility of defeat seemed all too real now.But even i
Chapter 146Kendall’s POVOver the next hours, the palace courtyard buzzed with the energy of warriors readying themselves for battle. Guns were loaded , swords sharpened, and strategies were whispered among the ranks.Declan had ordered all women to stay back, to tend to the wounded who might make it back, but I had no intention of staying behind.Declan stood before me, his eyes filled with worry. “Kendall, you need to stay back with the others. It’s not safe for you and the baby to be out there.”I shook my head. “I can’t do that, Declan. These are my people. I can’t just sit back and watch them suffer the consequences of my father’s actions.”His face hardened with frustration. “It’s not just about them. It’s about you and our child. I can’t lose you, Kendall.”“I understand that, but if there’s going to be a war, I need to be there. I need to try and save as many people as I can. I’ve known these people all my life. I can’t abandon them now.”Declan sighed, running a hand through
Chapter 145Declan’s POVBack at the palace, the weight of Caden’s betrayal pressed heavily on my mind. Kendall and I couldn’t shake the horror of the things we saw, along with knowing that my best friend had been working with the enemy all along.We sat in the guest room given to us. Kendall’s eyes reflected my worry, her presence both a comforting and a reminder of the gravity of our situation.I had always relied on Caden, counted on him to have my back, and now that foundation had been destroyed by his greed and betrayal. I suspected Kendall’s father promised him control over my pack in exchange for his alliance.“I can’t believe it,” Kendall whispered softly. “How could he do this to you? To the pack?”I shook my head, the anger and hurt boiling within me. “I don’t know, Kendall. I thought I knew him, trusted him with everything. But now…”“I trusted him too, I sincerely thought he was my friend.” Kendall chimed in.My voice trailed off as I clenched my fists, trying to contain
Chapter 144Declan’s POVMy mind raced as the gravity of what we’d uncovered settled in. Turning humans into Lycans and placing them under his control—Kendall’s father was trying to resurrect an ancient power for his own gain. The implications were deadly.Just as we were about to leave, we heard footsteps through the corridor. We exchanged a panicked glance and quickly sought cover behind a large machine. The outside door creaked open, and my heart nearly stopped when Kendall’s father walked in.“Stay quiet,” I whispered, barely moving my lips. Kendall nodded, her face pale with fear.We peered through the gaps in the factory, watching as her father surveyed the lab with his men. He moved with a confidence that showed his confidence in the security of this place. He approached the table we had been examining and began rifling through the papers, humming to himself.“He has no idea we’re here,” Kendall mouthed, her eyes wide. I nodded, grateful we had locked the door when we entered.
Chapter 143Kendall’s POVThe atmosphere of the basement was thick with dust too, and the echo of our footsteps was the only sound in the emptiness.It looked like a factory, with machines and equipment, more sophisticated than the ones we saw above, spread around.“This place is huge,” I murmured almost to myself. “It feels like we’re in the wrong place.”Declan’s brow furrowed as he scanned the room. “We might not be. The spy said this was the place. We need to figure out what is going on here.”I couldn’t shake the feeling that we might have been led into a trap. “What if he set us up, Declan? What if my father knew we were coming and had the spy mislead us?”Declan shook his head, his eyes sharp and focused. “I don’t think so. I can sense something. There’s more to this place than meets the eye.”I nodded, trusting his instincts. We began to search through the factory, moving cautiously through the huge space.As we moved deeper, I noticed a section of the floor that looked differ