Five Years LaterRyder was sitting behind his desk listening to an alpha from a nearby pack discuss rogues attacking his pack. Unfortunately, the rogues have become a big problem recently. Ryder agreed to send a few warriors with him to see if they could help find and eliminate the rogues. Once the alpha left, Ryder ran upstairs to his and Zoe's bedroom. When he walked inside, Zoe was lying there waiting on the physician. She smiled at him."How are you feeling?" He asked, rubbing her swollen belly. She was getting ready to deliver their second pup. A female, this time, they had decided to name Samira. Their son Lucas was being kept busy by Darina and Nick until his sister's arrival. "I feel great. Did you have time to meet with the alpha?" Zoe asked. She wasn't really having any pain, but Lyra said it was time."Yeah, I sent a few warriors with him to help with the rogues." They turned toward the door when there was a knock. Dr. Brenton Dean stuck his head in.
10 Years LaterJessi's P.O.V. The day has finally come. The day I can show the world that I'm more than just a she-wolf and the daughter of a warrior. I have been waiting for this day my entire life. As I pack my suitcase, I feel a mixture of emotions. Excitement to finally prove myself, nervousness that they will disqualify me just because I'm female, and fear that I'm not good enough. I'm eighteen, and people often underestimate me based on my looks and size. Men have told me I'm beautiful with my long black hair and dark brown eyes, but I don't really care about my looks. I've been training to be a warrior since I was four, and I'm stronger than people give me credit for. I knew from the time I was a pup that this was my destiny. King Ryder and Queen Zoe have always encouraged me to be what I want. What I want is to be a warrior at the palace. Growing up in the Dark Moon Guardians Pack and being the daughter of the lead warrior gave me ac
Jessi's P.O.V. I stare at the man who just said mate, and I can't move. Who is this man who is obviously my mate? Am I seeing things? Was I kicked in the head too many times because he can't be real? When he smiles, my knees get weak. He's well over a foot taller than me and so muscular I want to run my fingers over every crevice of his hard body, but maybe first, I should speak. "Uh, wh…, wh…, ho.." Yeah, that's not what I meant when I said I should speak. What's wrong with me? Men don't make me tongue-tied. Did my tongue swell? That's the only explanation I have for not being able to form a complete sentence. He continues looking at me, and now I'm getting mad. He sees I'm struggling here. Can't he take the initiative and say something? Maybe I didn't say anything out loud, so he didn't hear me act like a fool just now. I get ready to sigh in relief when the male god begins talking. "It's nice to meet you, Jessi." The way he says my nam
Wyatt's P.O.V. I look down at Jessi as we walk toward my office. Is it possible to love someone at first sight? In just the few minutes I've known her, she's impressed, teased, made me laugh, and made me desire her.When she took off running at the training facility, I was initially frozen in disbelief. She was gone like the wind. Once I snapped out of it and saw where she was heading, I took a different route to cut her off. I felt like a pup again chasing her through the royal gardens, not caring who was watching. I hadn't had that much fun in a long time. It didn't hurt that she was hot as hell, either. Her little tight shorts and sports bra left nothing to the imagination. I saw how some of the men looked at her, and it made me want to rip their heads off; she's mine. I pull her inside when we reach my office, locking the door behind us. I want to kiss her, but I also want her to want to be kissed. How much experience does she have in that depar
Jessi's P.O.V. I look at myself in the mirror and frown. I never look right in dresses, and this one shows a lot of skin. I don't mind the skin when I'm in my training gear and basically one of the guys, but in a dress, I feel like it draws unwanted attention. I put my hair up in a twist leaving a few loose strands to frame my face. I take one last deep breath hoping Wyatt doesn't think I look too absurd. When I open the door, my breath catches in my throat. Wyatt is wearing a black suit and a black button-up shirt. Dressed that way, he looks mysterious and sexy. Hello James Bond. He turns toward me, and my face gets hot as his eyes run over my body. "I know I look ridiculous. Should I change?" I ask while taking a couple steps toward the closet. "Are you kidding? You look phenomenal. I would tell you to change because I don't want any other man looking at you. However, I kind of what everyone looking at you so they can be gree
Jessi's P.O.V. I walk over to the rogue, still bleeding out on the ground. The blade I used is specifically made to kill wolves and lycans. It has a protective film, so it won't harm me. However, once it enters the body of a wolf or lycan, the film dissolves, and silver releases into their system. I squat down next to him and pull my knife out of his head, careful not to touch the blade. He's not my first kill and won't be my last. "Good job, little wolf." I look up and see the recruits I'd tried out with, including the jerk who called me 'little wolf.' I don't like being called little wolf. Do I look like a pup? I stand up with my blade in my hand. "Thanks, but don't call me little wolf," I say, turning around to walk over to where Wyatt is standing with the king and queen. The man grabs my arm and stops me. "My name is Trevor. I know you said Wyatt is your mate, but I'm sure you haven't marked each other, so why don't you come
Jessi's P.O.V. I can see Wyatt trying everything he can to keep up the charade while I continue to stroke him. I lean forward and kiss his neck, where I plan on marking him. He moans when he feels my lips on him. "Are you ready to be marked?" I ask him while running my tongue along his collarbone. I feel him shiver, and it excites me. I love having this power over a man. It's exhilarating. "You can mark me first, and then I'll mark you," I pull back in surprise, looking into his eyes. Typically men demanded to mark their mate first like it was a power play. For him to say I can mark him first shows me that he really does consider us equals. "Are you sure?" I ask while looking for any hesitation. He smiles and leans down to kiss me until I'm breathless. "I'm positive. You're the one with all the control here. Mark me, Jessi, and make me yours." I feel like crying with happiness. As I get ready to sink my canines into hi
Jessi's P.O.V. It's the first official day of training, and I'm anxious. Not because of the training itself; I don't want Trevor to cause problems because of what happened last night. Men don't like to be embarrassed, and I could tell he was when he left. Wyatt is walking with me, holding my hand. I could tell he wanted me to wear more than just my shorts and sports bra, but that's what I'm comfortable in. He made the right decision and kept his opinion to himself. We arrive at the facility, and everyone greets me warmly, in contrast to how it was yesterday. Trevor is the only one glaring at us from across the room. Wyatt doesn't let me go as we walk to the front, where Gabe is preparing to start. "How's it going?" Wyatt asks him. "We're getting ready to pair the recruits up with the warriors. Are you joining us today?" Gabe asks. "Yes. I'll be Jessi's partner." I see Gabe's mouth twitch. "He thinks he can
One Year LaterDavina's P.O.V.I look down at my sleeping daughter, Aleigha, in my arms and smile. She's almost six months old. If she only knew what we went through to have her. One day, I'll be sure to tell her. She has red hair just like me and dark brown eyes like Jock. Despite Trevor's constant teasing that our baby could be Karl's, Rmina assured us that the spell would have killed any viable sperm, so there was no way it could cause me to get pregnant. After defeating Surtur, everything calmed down around here. Jill and Karl returned home to have their twins with a promise they would visit and that they could visit us any time. I didn't let them fight with us because they hadn't trained, and Jill was pregnant, but I was so grateful they had come to help when we needed it. All of our other guests remained at the palace. Zoe and Ryder were fine with all the new people. We're truly a family.Everyone has little ones now. We have a baby phoenix,
Davina's P.O.V. Xantha moves to stand with Surtur while the other demons run toward us. It's time for the battle to begin. Izzy and Shadow return to the skies to do what they can. Our side spreads out, with everyone sticking with their mates. A demon runs toward me and Jock. I leap in the air and kick him in the face while blowing my dust on him to blind him. Jock uses his sword, piercing it through his heart and then cutting off his head. We toss him into the crack that Surtur made. It actually helps us so we can send all the demons where they deserve to go, to burn in hell. We move on to the next one, and I see the others are doing the same as we did, sending the demons to hell. Izzy swoops down, chomps two demons in half, and spits them into the hole in the ground. Shadow picks one up with his talons and tears him apart before sending him to hell. Malantha and Maelani are working with Dion to
Davina's P.O.V. "How did they get you and the kids?" I mindlink Zoe, Ryder and everyone who's fighting with us. "We were hiding in the basement with the kids when we were suddenly outside, and the demons had us. I don't understand how it happened." Zoe mindlinks us back. I can hear the desperation in her voice. This sounds like something Cressida would do, but she's dead. It has to be a witch. Just as I'm about to mindlink everyone, a woman walks out from behind the demons. She's beautiful with long reddish blonde hair, but her eyes are completely black. "She's a witch and not just any witch. Her magic is darker than we've ever seen. Everyone be careful." I mindlink them. "Well, hello there, fine palace dwellers. I have been anxious to meet the people who killed Cressida. I'm Xantha." I glare at the witch. I want to squash her with my foot, but I can't do anything until
Davina's P.O.V.When we see the hounds and lower demons, I look at Jessi. We all know this is only Surtur's first attack. He'll save the best for last, so we need to reserve our energy. "Everyone stay back. Let me take care of these rats." I make myself tiny and fly over those running through the gates. I sprinkle my dust as I go. They all turn into giant rats. Hmmmm, what dance shall we have them do? I know this isn't the time for fun and games, but we need a little laughter before we face the fire demon. I've got the perfect song. I return to the others, and they all look at me."Come on, fellas, show us what you got." I clap my hands, and the rats all line up in rows, standing on their hind legs. When they begin singing and dancing, everyone howls with laughter. "You have them singing Y.M.C.A.?" Jessi asks while wiping the tears from her eyes."Yep, why was there something else you'd rather hear?" Jessi shakes her head while pulling out
Davina's P.O.V. After Karl gave his sample to Rmina. We got him, and Jill settled into a guest room. Rmina kicked me out of her bedroom when I kept asking her how much longer it would be, so now I'm pacing in the hallway. I could make myself tiny and get back in, but I don't want to make her mess up the potion. Jock is leaning against the wall, watching me. This is our chance to have a baby, and we both feel anxious. When the door to Rmina and Trevor's bedroom opens, I stop. Rmina walks out with a smile, holding up a small glass bottle. "I made it into an oil. You need to rub it all over your body and let it soak in for an hour, and then you can take a shower. After that, you should be able to get pregnant." She hands me the small bottle and I wrap my arms around her. "Thank you. I love you, Rmina." She chuckles and hugs me back. "I love you too, you crazy fai
Davina's P.O.V. "So, can I have some of your semen?" I look at Jill and Karl, and they both look like they're ready to run away. Jessi, Wyatt, and Trevor are laughing so hard I think they might fall over. This is no laughing matter."Why do you need Karl's semen?" Jill asks. I guess I should have explained it a little better."I need it so I can have a baby. So can I have some?" The others are laughing even harder while Jock's hold on me gets stronger. What is wrong with everyone? I'm telling the truth. Jill stands in front of Karl like she's going to attack me if I get near him."You want to have sex with my mate?" She asks through clenched teeth. I shake my head."Let me explain." Rmina steps forward. I wish her luck because I told them what I needed it for. What else is there to say? "I'm Rmina, and I'm a witch. The demon Asmodeus had a spell placed on Davina so she couldn't get pregnant with anyone except him. She is now mated to Jock, the man w
Rmina's P.O.V.While the others are going through the palace looking for any more spies, Trevor and I are working on a special project. Even though Asmodeus is dead, the spell on Davina is still in place. I need to find a way to remove it. I feel bad now that she's explained why she always picks on me. It has to be hard on her knowing she can't get pregnant when she wants a child so badly. "Any luck?" Trevor asks, putting his arms around me from behind. "Not yet, but I think I'm getting closer," I answer as he kisses my cheek. Most people see him as nothing more than a warrior, but I know the truth. Trevor has one of the biggest hearts of anyone I know. He doesn't always know how to show it because, let's face it, Gabe and Cressida weren't exactly good role models. His hands slide down to my belly to cover my small bump where our son is growing. "I can't wait until he's here," Trevor says against my ear. "Me neither. I know he's a pup, but
Gabriel's P.O.V. No one ever asks for my help. Most people don't even know I exist. They think of other shifters like wolves or bears, but there aren't many like me. I'm an alicorn. My alicorn's name is Thunder. He's dark gray with blue eyes like mine. We're running to the palace rather than flying because we'd be noticed by humans. Selene reached out to me and asked for my assistance. I was honored that she considered me. I spend all my time alone. After my parents left me when I was a foal, I've been alone ever since. They said I could take care of myself because I was a shifter. That was over twenty years ago, and I'm now thirty. Thunder reaches the palace gates and shifts. An advantage of being an alicorn is that we have a little magic and can shift without removing our clothes. I run my fingers through my golden brown hair while the guards look at me with their mouths open. Well, at least someone is impresse
Surtur's P.O.V. I can't believe that idiot thought he could go after Davina and the others with guns blazing but with no plan. Well, that's one nuisance out of the way. Asmodeus wasn't even worthy to be down here, in my opinion. He was too caught up in all his women. I understand he was the demon of lust, but there is more to life than sex. One of my hounds was spying on him, and he saw the entire fight. Even I almost laughed when he said Davina made Asmodeus and his hounds do the Macarena. That fool was probably madder than hell. He didn't have a firm grip on anything, it seems. Two of his daughters and his head hound turned their backs on him and chose another life. That would never happen to me. The people around me know if there was any type of insubordination, they would be dead. I look at the demons in front of me who have agreed to go against Satan and take over the Earth. It is time that w