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53. The Rosewater Coven
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Brother’s Best Friends Are My Mates 54. Protection wrads
LiaThe silence from the Rosewater Clan is starting to get to me. I don’t know what the hell I am going to do about this. Because something is going on, even though the guys are trying to tell me it doesn’t mean anything.Gabi being pregnant gives them a huge opportunity. It enables them to possibly take her baby, finding a way to solve the blood oath. But I can’t imagine them taking my niece or nephew. Michael would fight tooth and nail, never allowing them to take his child.All of us would do the same.What if… they take Gabi? If they took Gabi then they could hold her hostage until she gives birth? I wouldn’t even be shocked if they didn’t kill her afterward because they wouldn’t have any need for her.Quickly I grab my phone, wanting to talk with Simone and see if she can offer me her perspective.I’ve been thinking… the Rosewater Coven hasn’t done anything to us in a while, but what if they’re just waiting for the right moment? What if they’re planning to take Gabi’s baby? I can
Last Updated : 2025-01-18Brother’s Best Friends Are My Mates 55. Magical community
LiaEven with the protection wards, I was desperate. There was only so much I could think to do and one option was reaching out to the magical community. I wrote up an email to every one of their associations I could think of, but all I heard were typical generic responses.It probably wasn’t even a person saying this but one of these automatic response that got sent out! I was angry, wishing they would help me with something. How could they not help a fellow species?The guys noticed one morning I was a little down. Rain nudged me and I smiled faintly at him.“You okay, Lia?”I shook my head. "I’ve been trying to get the magical community to help, but no one is responding. I sent messages to everyone I knew, and nothing. It’s like they’ve all turned their backs on us.""Have you tried reaching out to everyone you can think of? Maybe it's just a matter of timing or people being too busy.""No, I’ve done everything I can. No one’s even bothering to acknowledge me. It’s like I don’t exi
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LiaI always liked to check in with my brother and Zimone. They didn’t live at the house with us so it was the best way to communicate with them.With everything that was going on, I especially wanted to make sure everyone was safe and alive.Hey, Michael. Just checking in—I’ve been thinking about you and Gabi a lot lately. How are you both holding up? How’s she been feeling these days? I know things can get overwhelming, so I just wanted to see if there’s anything you need or if I can help in any way. -LHey, Lia. Thanks for reaching out and thinking of us—it means a lot. Honestly, we’re doing fine. Gabi’s been feeling a little more tired than usual, but the doctor reassured us everything is going just the way it should. You don’t have to worry so much, I promise. We’ve got it under control over here. -MOf course, I worry! That’s what sisters do, right? Especially with such an exciting, life-changing event like this. I just want to make sure you’re both okay. I know you’re handling
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LiaI wasn’t prepared when I got this text from Michael. It made all my worries hit me at once.Had I been right all along? Were my previous worries I thought, actually coming to fruition?Michael had a right to know I feared his mate had been kidnapped. It was something I should’ve told him a long time ago, but I wanted to think the Rosewater Coven wouldn’t go to those levels.To think… they might go so far as to kidnap an innocent pregnant woman just to fulfill some stupid blood oath they refused to let go of! It was something I’d never been able to wrap my mind around.Hey, have you seen Gabi? She never came home after her appointment earlier today, and I’m starting to get worried. She said she was coming straight back, but it’s been hours. I thought maybe she stopped by your place or texted you instead, just to hang out for a bit or something. Have you heard from her at all? — MNo, I haven’t seen her or heard from her today. That’s weird. Did she mention anything about having pla
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LiaMy phone buzzed on the table, the number unfamiliar. For a moment, I hesitated. I didn’t recognize it, but something told me I needed to answer.“Hello?” I said, trying to sound more confident than I felt.“Lia?” The voice on the other end was sharp and steady, with an edge of authority that made me sit up straighter. “This is Veronica Ruiz. The woman from the bookstore reached out to me about your... inquiry.”“Oh!” My heart thudded in my chest. “Yes, thank you for calling. I—”“Let’s skip the pleasantries,” she interrupted. “You want to learn magic, don’t you?”“Yes,” I said quickly.“Then let me be clear. This won’t be easy. Magic isn’t a game or a hobby. It’s a discipline, a way of life, and it demands everything from you. Most people start when they’re children, not... adults.”I winced. “I know I’m older, but I’ll work hard. I’ll do whatever it takes.”“Words are easy. Actions aren’t. I don’t coddle my students, Lia, and I have no patience for laziness or excuses. If you wan
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ColbyThere was even more reason for us to find a leader now that one of our own was missing.It was still hard to believe they had taken Gabi. I thought about her the first thing when I woke up and before I went to bed.I was going to bring it up when we all gathered around to eat breakfast. Michael refused to come out of his room so it was just the five of us."We need to talk about the leader thing," Lia said, arms crossed.I don’t like the sound of that. When someone says they want to talk it’s a bad idea. Plus, we were talking about who was going to be the pack leader. This means Lia thinks we’ve come to a consensus.How have we come to a consensus when I haven’t even decided who should be the leader of the pack yet? Michael would be a good option.He’s excellent and I know he’s been going through it lately but he’s still perfect for the role.Rain shrugged. "Yeah? What's there to talk about? It's Colby. Or we could flip a coin if you want it fair."My head snapped up. "Wait, wha
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ColbyI typed up the email, allowing Lia to sit in the seat so she could look it over for me. I was chewing nervously on my lower lip, mindful that my fangs didn’t pierce the soft skin.Dear Werewolf Association,I am writing to formally notify you that I have been named the leader of the Moonveil Pack, effective immediately. After careful consideration and with the unanimous support of my pack members, I have accepted the responsibility to lead and protect our community to the best of my ability. The decision was not made lightly, and I have taken the time to ensure that this leadership change reflects the needs and values of our pack.As such, I am submitting my application for official recognition as the pack leader by the association's established guidelines. Attached are the required documents, including written verification from all pack members, a detailed summary of my leadership qualifications, and a statement outlining our pack's commitment to upholding the values and respon
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RainWe needed help to track down Gabi… this much was true. I didn’t know what else to do other than reach out to appeal to the vampires for help. With me being a half-vampire and a registered vampire with the vampire council, I had a good chance to secure their help.There was just one little problem… I needed to figure out what vampire clan my family was a part of or had past ties to. It was frustrating knowing I could do something but had to jump through these hoops. Time was of the essence!A werewolf pregnancy only lasted about six months and with Gabi being two months along, we didn’t have much time. I reached out to my mom, hoping she could help me.Hey Mom, quick question. Do you know anything about which vampire clan we belonged to?-ROh, hi, Rain. That’s... unexpected. Why are you asking about this now?-MJust something I’ve been thinking about lately. I feel like I should know where we come from. Like, who we are. It’s been bugging me.-RI understand. It’s important to k
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Brother’s Best Friends Are My Mates 118.Magic
LiaI exhaled slowly, stretching out my fingers as the energy built inside me. A spark of light flickered between my palms, growing brighter as I focused. The magic thrummed through my veins, warm and alive, bending to my will.I flicked my wrist, sending a controlled pulse of energy toward the target. It hit dead center, leaving a faint scorch mark.Behind me, Simone let out a low whistle. “Damn, Lia. You’re getting pretty good at this.”I grinned, wiping the sweat from my brow. “I have to be.”Simone crossed her arms, watching me closely. “You mean you want to be.”I shrugged, rolling my shoulders. “Both. I need to be strong enough to protect everyone.”She tilted her head. “You know you don’t have to do everything alone, right?”I sighed, flexing my fingers as another surge of power built beneath my skin. “I know.”Simone didn’t look convinced. “Do you, though? Because it kind of seems like you’re trying to carry the whole damn world on your shoulders.”I glanced at her. “I’m not—”
Brother’s Best Friends Are My Mates 117.The dragons
ColbyTalking with Michael did help. It made me even more determined to protect Lia with every bone in my body.When it was later that night, I decided to head outside. I needed some air and was sick of being in the stuffy hotel room.The cool air felt good. I walked over to one of our cars, taking in the night sky and the sound of the crickets.There was one good thing about traveling away from the city; we were getting to see some beautiful sites. I loved it.It was a shame that the pack decided to do this because we were trying to prevent a bunch of ancient, sleeping dragons from waking up.The previous attack was still being talked about. Some of the dragons had been killed while others were apprehended by the various supernatural creature associations.Frankly, I was just grateful there weren’t a lot of casualties from the attack.I leaned against the hood of the car, inhaling the cool night air. My ribs ached, my knuckles were raw, and frustration still simmered under my skin. W
Brother’s Best Friends Are My Mates 116.Best friend
LiaI was so scared when I saw Matt fall down.Then I saw the blood. Anger and worry flooded through me followed by fear.I was so scared for him. He was bleeding and might die from his injuries.It was why I had learned a healing spell during my latest batch of studies.The pack was going to be heading into an unknown situation. I needed to make sure I could at least heal them to an extent.But the healing school came with a downside—it exhausted me.Rain came up beside me, wrapping an arm around me while Jesse and Colby helped Matt.The five of us hobbled out of the town. We weren’t followed by the coven; they wanted to be left alone so they were going to stay as far away from us as possible.After hopping in our car, we met with Simone. All of us regrouped. I stood there with Simone patted my shoulder.Growling in frustration, I started to walk ahead. My body was aching but I didn’t care. I needed to clear my mind.We left with nothing. No answers, no leads—just bruises, torn cloth
Brother’s Best Friends Are My Mates 115.Ghost town
LiaI saw the town in the distance, and it made me sick to my stomach.The town was the definition of a ghost town. There wasn’t anyone around, and I swear I saw a tumbleweed drift by.It was like I had stepped into some creepy horror movie with western undertones.My magic was crackling at my fingertips, prepared and ready.A rustling reached my ears. I cried out, sending a blast of energy toward the overgrown grass. A squirrel scurried out, the edge of its tail singed.“Lia, my dude, you almost murdered a squirrel. What did that squirrel ever do to you?”“Nothing!” I shrieked. “And I didn’t know it was a squirrel. I thought it was one of the members of the coven!”Jesse rolled his eyes. “Could you two be any louder?” he asked, rolling his eyes.“Yeah, you're going to alert them to our presence,” Colby pointed out, holding his finger to his lips. “Seriously, we are far too exposed right now. Let’s duck into one of those abandoned buildings and hide out while discussing strategy.”Sim
Brother’s Best Friends Are My Mates 114.My home
MattI was angry.Angry that we were forced to go on this wild goose chase to ensure that these dragons wouldn’t keep waking up and destroying the world.It wasn’t like I wanted the world to be destroyed. This was my home—my life.But it still pissed me off.I’d rather be on the field, playing rugby and winning for my team. This was where I felt most alive.Or at home with Lia and the rest of the pack. We were great together, having built a family somehow.Michael and Gabi were lucky to be back at the house, but I know they’d rather be here with us. If not for the twins, they would be.I wouldn’t have let Lia come if she was pregnant.Then again, I don’t think any of us could’ve stopped her. When she puts her mind to something, she becomes very stubborn and determined.Grumbling to myself, I glanced over at Colby, who was staring out the window.The group was back on search. We jumped into our cars and started following the trail, not sure if we were going the right way. Tegan and Lia
Brother’s Best Friends Are My Mates 113.Movie
LiaThe search wasn’t going very well. We were sitting here at night after a long day of searching, crowded around the flat screen in the room watching some movie. I wasn’t even paying much attention to it. It was some cheesy rom-com that couldn’t keep my interest.All that mattered was being able to sit there with my mates.Then the words Emergency Broadcast Announcement flashed across the screen. A very nervous-looking news announcer sat there, trembling behind the desk."This is an emergency alert from the National Emergency Broadcast System. We interrupt this program for an urgent announcement.""At approximately 8:42 PM, a sudden and unprovoked attack by rogue dragon shifters was reported in multiple locations. Authorities confirm significant structural damage, fires, and civilian casualties. Emergency response teams are being dispatched to affected areas.""All residents are urged to seek immediate shelter. Avoid open areas, remain indoors, and secure all entry points. Do not at
Brother’s Best Friends Are My Mates 112.Terrible idea
RainIt was safe to say that we were fucked.Lia’s mentor was trying her best to find out where the coven might be, but I was realizing we were going to need help… like, say, from another leader.One of the leaders in my vampire clan, Tegan, was the perfect person to reach out to. She was intelligent and knew a bunch of people. It wasn’t hard to gather lots of allies and contacts when you had been alive for over three hundred years.When I first found out about her age, I almost gasped out loud right there. I learned that it was rude to stare at a vampire after learning their age. One of those social rules you wanted to avoid.In my defense, I was new to the vampire way of life and was still struggling to adjust to the idea that I was one! But I was getting better.With a deep breath, I dialed Tegan’s number. I pressed the phone to my ear, pacing as the line rang.Tegan picked up almost immediately. "Rain. Didn’t expect to hear from you. Something wrong?""Yeah. I need your help."A d
Brother’s Best Friends Are My Mates 111.Plan B
JesseAfter we got back to the hotel, Lia went out onto the balcony to get some fresh air. I joined her and jabbed her with my elbow gently.“You’re thinking too hard.”Lia flinched, barely masking her glare. “And you’re sneaking up on people again.”I smirked, leaning against the balcony railing. “I wasn’t sneaking. You’re just too busy brooding.”She huffed. “I’m not brooding. I’m thinking.”“Uh-huh. And what’s the difference?”“Brooding is pointless. Thinking leads to solutions.”I gestured toward the city lights stretching beyond us. “Found any?”Silence. Then, a begrudging, “No.”“That’s why I wanted to talk to you.”She shifted, her expression cautious. “You have an idea?”“Sort of. More like a lead.”“Well? Don’t just sit there looking smug. Spit it out.”I tilted my head. “You trained as a witch, right?”Her expression tightened. “Yeah. Why?”“You ever keep in touch with your old magic teacher?”Lia blinked. “My mentor? Uh… a little. Why?”“Because she taught you magic?”She n
Brother’s Best Friends Are My Mates 110.Better plan
LiaDays start to blend when you are on the road. It’s hard to remember one from the next and in the beginning, all I could think about was how much school I was missing.School had become important to me now that I was able to focus on it. I was still taking magic lessons on the side, even with me being a full-fledged licensed witch. There was no such thing as learning too much. One could always find time and opportunity to learn!But now I was neglecting both my academic studies and magical studies. The Rosewater Coven was the cause of this and it filled me with annoyance.Simone was feeling the same way but she was more positive about it. She kept saying that it was important for us to find this coven and if we had to put school on the backburner then that was all we could do.Right now we were on day… god, I wasn’t even sure. We checked into the hotel and got a room for just the five of us. There were three beds and while it was going to be a bit crowded, I was fine with sharing w
