AVAYesterday sucked, and badly. But that just made this trip even more necessary. Yes, we had security with us now. But that I could deal with.I just wanted to put my feet up, spoil my mates, and be spoiled. Rolling around in bed with them all would be good too.We ended up taking one of the seven seater SUVs Michael had arranged for us whilst I was unconscious because it was just easier. Us five plus Jeremiah and another warrior drove with all the luggage, and the other two warriors shifted and ran ahead to make sure the cabin was safe.Jacob and Amelia's cabin was in the middle of nowhere surrounded by beautiful forest. It was still in Blood Moon territory, but only just. It was far enough away from civilization that we wouldn't be bugged by anyone. Calling it a ‘cabin’ was a little derogatory too. Yes, it looked like a wood cabin. But it was enormous, and it had a second little cottage just behind it. The plan was that the warriors could use the cottage when they weren't on acti
AVAWe all relaxed by the river watching the waterfall for hours before we all started getting a little handsy.Theo pulled me to my feet, capturing my lips in a passionate, tongue-filled kiss, Noah stood behind me, his fingers trailing along my shoulders and down my back, sending a shiver down my spine.Callum and Oscar joined the bundle from my sides, both of them kissing down my neck. My skin was tingling all over, leaving me moaning between them at the sensation. “My Queen, my Kings?” Jeremiah’s voice cut through the clearing.I groaned, pulling myself out from the bundle.“Yes?”“I’m sorry to interrupt, my Queen. We’re very exposed here and it’s getting dark, I recommend we move back to the cabin.” He dropped to one knee, head bowed like he was expecting us to be mad.I could feel how uneasy he was at interrupting us, but looking after us is what I pay him for.“Jeremiah, stand,”I held out one hand to him, which he took and kissed the back of. “You’re just doing your job. Let us
AVAWe fell into bed after the first round, ending up with Oscar’s face buried in between my legs, Noah and Theo having their mouths on my breasts and Callum leaning over from above me, my head tilted towards him so he could devour my mouth. His fingertips were dancing down my neck, teasing along my collarbone.I tried to wind my fingers into Oscar’s hair, but Callum grabbed my wrists, pinning them above my head. I attempted to tilt my hips, grinding my core against Oscar’s face, but Theo and Noah’s hands just appeared on my hips, stopping me from moving.I was melting between them, dissolving into a puddle of desire and need. I moaned against Callum’s mouth, whilst fighting my body to keep still against the onslaught of sensations.Oscar curled two fingers inside me, pressing against that sensitive spot before adding a third finger and rubbing my clit with his thumb. He swirled his tongue around my opening where I stretched around his fingers, sucking and teasing until I whimpered as
AVAI meant exactly what I said.Dinner felt like it lasted an eternity, and by that time it was kind of socially acceptable for the five of us to dismiss ourselves… well. My Kings had been teasing me constantly. I had hands on my thighs, inside my t-shirt, dancing along the edge of my bra… the works. They definitely succeeded. By the time we finished dinner, I was dripping wet and more than ready for whatever the boys had all planned. And boy oh boy did they deliver on their promises.We woke up the next morning thoroughly sated, looking forward to another day to relax. It was a beautiful morning, truly beautiful.I was up first, as per, and when my Kings woke up, I was sitting in one of the chairs in the garden with a cup of coffee. I had a topic to broach with them today, and I wasn’t entirely sure what they were going to say… I knew, after all, that they were talking to Alpha Michael, even if I wasn’t supposed to know exactly why or what about.The five of us went for a run afte
AVAAfter that, I actually wanted to head home. I couldn't begin to describe just how badly I wanted my Kings to mark me again.I needed the closeness. I needed to feel safe.Home wasn’t a place anymore. It was the four of them. My Kings were my home.We headed back to the packhouse the next morning, reaching it in time for lunch. Of course they made me sit down and eat something before we could do anything else. And they insisted on making sure there was a doctor here just in case.“My Queen,” the doctor bowed his head slightly.“Hey, Doc.”“What can I do for you today?”“We just need you to hover in the pack house later on today in case we need you.”He raised one eyebrow. “Ava is insisting on us starting to redo the marks tonight, Doctor,” Callum interjected, voice sounding frustrated.“I see,” the Doctor nodded. “From a medical perspective, I don't see any reason for complications.” He gave me a small smile. “I would recommend waiting after the first one though, my Queen, just to
AVAWe knew it was very possible that the fourth and final marking could be rough. I even expected that I’d need to shift after.I was definitely right on that count. After Theo and I mated and marked, Artemis started freaking out. She was stressed and anxious because something wasn't right… but she also felt like she was a little power drunk. It was a strange, unpleasant combination.“I need to get outside.” I stumbled to stand, sprinting for the door. Once again, not even slightly caring that everyone in the packhouse would be seeing me naked.“Ava, wait!” Theo shouted from behind me. “You don’t have to do this alone.”He sprinted behind me, also not having gotten dressed. I heard another door slam as I ran, followed by the sounds of another three sets of footsteps.As soon as I was outside, I shifted, letting Artemis take the lead. As soon as she did, it was like my entire body just calmed down. It was the strangest and yet the best feeling.I could feel power coursing through my
UNKNOWNIt was a cold, cloudy night. The lands in between the pack territories were quiet as ever, there was hardly any movement, no animals moving through the trees, no wind tickling the leaves.The moon just peaked out as the clouds moved, but it wasn’t really enough to light up the forest. Without a wolf’s eyesight, it would be pitch black and incredibly eerie. It was so dark that even the slightest noise was amplified. A bird in a tree sounded like someone crashing through the undergrowth.A woman stood in the middle of no man’s land on the phone. She was silhouetted against the subtle light of the moon when the clouds shifted. She was standing tall, attempting to appear confident, but her posture and small movements said whatever the person on the phone was saying was cutting through her like butter.Whoever she was talking to was not happy, not happy at all.“I’m sorry, alpha… They… she marked them.” she whimpered.“THEY WHAT?!” The man’s voice was angry, absolutely fuming. “Wha
AVAWe’d just sat down for lunch the next day when Alpha Michael linked me.“My Queen, how are you and our Kings?”“We’re very good now, Michael, thank you for asking.”“Of course, my Queen. I need to speak to you about your pack, we’re having a problem with rogues again.”“Let me just invite the Kings into our link, Michael. Saves us both repeating it.”“Of course, my Queen.”As soon as the four of them joined, he greeted them all by name, his voice full of respect. It was actually kind of heart warming.“Okay, Michael. What’s been happening?”“We had multiple border breaches in the night, my Queen. I had already increased security following what happened on the full moon, so they were not successful. We have two of them ready to be interrogated, and the remainder were either run off or killed.”“Did we lose any wolves or Lycans, Michael?”“No, my Queen. We have seven in hospital with minor injuries, but they will all make a full recovery by the end of the day. They are simply in hos
CALLUMThe aroma of freshly brewed coffee wafted through the air, mingling with the scent of pine from the surrounding forest. I watched as Ava cradled her mug, her green eyes sparkling with a lightness I haven't seen in weeks. The weight of her crown seemed to have lifted, if only temporarily."I can't believe we have to leave today," Ava sighed, her curly brown hair still tousled from sleep. "This getaway has been exactly what we needed."I nodded, feeling a pang of regret that our time here is coming to an end. "It has. You needed this, little one. A chance to just be Ava, not Queen Avelina."Oscar chimed in, his tone playful. "Yeah, no royal duties, no political manoeuvring. Just us, the beach, and s'mores by the campfire."Theo snorted, a rare smile tugging at his lips. "Don't forget the skinny dipping."Noah nearly choked on his coffee, laughing. "How could we forget? I still have sand in places I'd rather not mention.
AVAI dug my toes into the warm sand, relishing the sensation as I looked out over the sparkling ocean. The rhythmic crash of waves provided a soothing backdrop to our little beach paradise. Noah's strong arm wrapped around my waist, pulling me close."Penny for your thoughts, my queen?" he murmured, his breath tickling my ear.I leaned into him, savouring his warmth. "Just thinking how perfect this moment is. All of us together, away from the pressures of the Kingdom."Theo approached, his blue eyes twinkling as he handed me a fruity cocktail. "Careful, or you might get used to this life of leisure."I laughed, taking a sip. The sweet, tangy flavor danced on my tongue. "Don't tempt me. I might just abdicate and become a beach bum."Oscar's voice rang out from where he and Callum were setting up a volleyball net. "As if you could ever abandon your duty, Ava. It's too ingrained in you."His words, though teasing, held
AVAThe flames of our bonfire danced against the night sky, casting shadows across the sand. I leaned back, feeling the warmth of Callum and Theo supporting me as Noah and Oscar stretched out across my legs. The ocean's rhythmic waves provided a soothing backdrop to our quiet evening."Look, a shooting star!" I exclaimed, pointing upward.As the streak of light arced across the heavens, I closed my eyes and made a silent wish. Please, let there be a way for me to have a child of my own. To have a family with these four incredible men I love."What did you wish for, love?" Noah asked, a teasing lilt to his voice.I opened my eyes and smiled mysteriously. "You know I can't tell you that. It won't come true."
AVAThe sizzle of bacon filled the air as I stood over the hob, wielding a spatula like a scepter. It had been a long time since I'd cooked anything myself, and the familiar domesticity warms me more than the heat from the stove."How's it coming along, love?" Noah's deep voice rumbled against my ear as his arms encircled my waist. His lips brushed my neck, sending a delightful shiver down my spine.I leaned into his embrace, savouring the moment. "Mmm, perfectly crispy. Though I might burn it if you keep distracting me like that."Noah chuckled, his chest vibrating against my back. "We can't have that, can we?" He gave me a final squeeze before moving away to pour coffee.I returned my focus to the bacon, flipping each strip with practiced ease. The aroma was intoxicating, reminding me of lazy Sunday mornings from my childhood. Before my world expanded to include four incredible mates and an entire kingdom."I vote we make this a weekly tradition," Theo piped up, sliding past me with
AVAI stared at my four mates in disbelief, my mind struggling to process their words. "A week away? But I can't possibly…"Callum's warm eyes met mine, gold flecks shimmering as he stepped closer. "Ava, love, we've arranged everything. Michael's agreed to cover your duties.""But the kingdom…" I protested weakly, even as a part of me yearned for escape.Oscar's playful smirk cut through my objections. "It’s sorted, I promise. Jeremiah and the Queen's Guard are on board too. They'll be coming along to keep us safe and sound."I felt a gentle brush against my mind;Theo, working to reassure me. His deep voice rumbled, "We've packed your things. You don't need to worry about anything."
THEOThe weight of silence hung heavy in Callum's office, broken only by the occasional creak of leather as we shifted in our seats. My eyes drifted from face to face; Callum's furrowed brow, Noah's clenched jaw, and Oscar's distant gaze. The air was thick with unspoken worry, all of us grappling with the same gut-wrenching concern.Ava."We can't go on like this," I finally said, my voice rough with emotion. "Ava's struggling, and we're all feeling it. We need to do something."Noah leaned forward, elbows on his knees. "Agreed. But what? We've tried everything the healers suggested."I ran a hand through my hair, frustration building. We're supposed to protect her, to make everything right. But how do we shield her from h
AVAThe empty cot loomed before us, a stark reminder of my failure. Noah's hand trembled as he reached for a tiny onesie, his blue eyes glistening with unshed tears. Oscar stood frozen, his usual warmth replaced by a hollow emptiness. Theo's jaw clenched, his protective instincts rendered useless. And Callum... Callum's anguish hit me like a physical blow through our mental link.I wanted to scream, to rage against the unfairness of it all. But my voice was trapped, suffocated by the weight of our grief. The nursery, once a symbol of hope, now mocked us with its cheerful yellows and greens. Stuffed animals looked back at us with lifeless button eyes, their plushy arms forever waiting for the embrace of children who would never exist."Ava! Ava, wake up!"Callum's voice cut through the nightmare, dragging me back to consciousness. I bolted upright, gasping for air, my cheeks wet with tears. His strong arms encircled me, his scent grounding me in reality."Shh, it's okay," he murmured,
Two Weeks Ago…AVAI gazed out over the balcony, the cool night breeze ruffling my curls as I took in the twinkling lights of the city below. So much had changed in just a few months."Quite a view, isn't it?" Noah's voice came from behind me as he wrapped his arms around my waist. I leaned back against his solid chest, savouring his warmth."It's breathtaking," I murmured. "I still can't believe this is real sometimes."Theo appeared at my other side, his eyes gleaming in the moonlight. "Believe it, my queen. We've all worked hard to get here. You especially."I reached out to squeeze his hand, feeling a surge of pride and affection. "We certainly have."
Note from Katherine JaynaraWelcome back to the My Four Mates universe <3 Four Kings for Christmas is a festive short set a couple of months after the end of Bullied By My Four Mates. We see Ava and her mates deal with new problems in the Kingdom whilst maneuvering around the issue of Ava's infertility.Much love from me to you this festive season.CHAPTER 1: GROWING PAINSTwo Months Ago…AVAMy heart pounded like a war drum as I stood in the council chamber, my crown feeling heavy. The advisors' voices blend into a cacophony of worry, each word hammering home the gravity of the situation the Kingdom was in."The northern region grows restless, Your Majesty," Lord Falkirk says, his face creased with concern. "Reports of dissent are spreading like wildfire."I force my expression to stay neutral, even a