Wyatt's P.O.V. After Jessi and I finish showering, I take her to my office to get her opinion on the rogues that keep threatening the palace. I have to admit showering will never be the same for me again. We lost our virginity in the shower last night. Thinking about how her mouth felt on me after training, it was so incredible that I have to force it out of my mind before I tell her to get on her knees again. I have actual work to do, although a whole day with nothing but a naked Jessi sounds a lot more tempting. No, no, no. I'm a man. I'm the lead warrior. I'm not a sex-craved teenager. I look at Jessi as she bends over my desk, looking at the papers I laid out for her. She's wearing short denim shorts and a white crop top that shows off her toned body. Does she own any clothing that won't turn me on? Is it wrong to want to pull those shorts down and take her from behind? "When did this start?" She asks. I'm confused for a minute when I get ready to t
Jessi's P.O.V.I look at Wyatt in disbelief. He just announced that he's making me his second in command, and I don't know how I feel about that. I've only been a warrior officially for a day. I'm sure everyone will think he's only doing it because I'm his mate. I try to hide my emotions, but I turn to him as soon as the others leave."You're making me your second in command? How can you do that? I have no experience. I'm sure that many of the other warriors are better qualified." I know I'm rambling, but I need to know why he decided this all of a sudden. Wyatt walks over and puts his hands on my shoulders, smiling at me."I've been the lead warrior for six months and haven't appointed anyone because no one felt right. I was waiting for someone I could trust to take my place if something happened and I was unable to lead. You have already proven yourself in many ways. You're intelligent, strong, passionate, and you're fair. I know you won't make impulsive decisions th
Jessi's P.O.V. I follow Wyatt to the interrogation room, almost on autopilot. Why can't I shake this feeling that we're being set up? There has to be a reason that whoever is behind this sent rogues at certain times on certain days. Were they checking our security? Were they actually doing what they said and trying to kill Ryder and Zoe? Was it something else that we haven't thought of yet? "Are you okay?" Wyatt asks before opening the door. "I don't know. I have this feeling that something more is at play here. Let's be cautious about what we disclose in there." I reply. He tilts his head and studies me for a minute before nodding. "Okay. Let me know if you notice anything unusual." He says before kissing me on the forehead. Wyatt opens the door, and we walk into the room. The rogue is sitting with his hands cuffed to the table and his ankles chained to the chair. There are two guards with him that stand in opposite corners of t
Wyatt's P.O.V. I turn when Jessi walks out of the closet wearing the little black dress I talked her into, and I instantly regret it. It's sleeveless, leaving her neck and shoulders bare. It's also tight, showing off every womanly curve she has. What makes it even sexier is that I can see the tip of her sheathed knife when she walks. Scar and I are both panting. Would she kill me if I asked her to wear a trench coat over the dress? My eyes finally tear themselves off her body, and I see her smirk. Yeah, she would kill me, and not in a good way. "I take it you're having second thoughts about picking out my clothes," Jessi states, walking over to me after sliding her feet into her black heels. I close my eyes and try to get my thoughts in order so I don't sound like a blubbering fool. "I promise to let you choose your own clothes from here on out," I say, but my voice is hoarse. Jessi giggles at my reaction while putting her arms around my neck.
Jessi's P.O.V. I walk into the restroom, feeling Wyatt's eyes and others on me the entire time. Right after I shut the door, it re-opens. I assume it's another woman, but I see a man I don't recognize when I glance in the mirror. He's tall and muscular with sandy brown hair. I turn around and look him in the eye. "This is the women's restroom," I say firmly. This jackass better not mess up our plan to talk to Jock. He smirks as he steps closer, pinning me against the sink. "I saw you come in here, so I figured it was the men's; after all, you're so desperate to be a man." He leans forward so our faces are only an inch apart. "I think you can tell I'm all woman. Now get the fuck out of my way." I try to shove past him, but he cages me in with his arms on either side of me. "No, you're staying right here. Any woman walking around looking like that is asking to be fucked. Maybe Wyatt isn't man enough to give you what you ne
Jessi's P.O.V. My screams are so loud they're the only thing I can hear. The pain in my chest that I can feel from the arrow in Wyatt's is excruciating. I see Ryder and Zoe, but I can't focus on them. I know the arrow is silver, and silver kills wolves. Wyatt can't be dead. We haven't had time to live yet. I see Zoe sticking a needle in his arm as someone with thick gloves pulls the arrow out of him. I don't understand why I can't hear anything until I realize I'm still screaming. I try to fight when I feel someone lifting me into their arms until I see it's Ryder. I cling to him as I sob. Why did this happen? Who took him from me? Looking back at Wyatt, I see people putting him on a gurney and rushing him inside the palace. Ryder carries me, following close behind. I'm so thankful for him because I don't think my legs will work. Where are they taking him? He was shot with silver to the heart, and there's no way to save him. I see them take him to
Jessi's P.O.V. After my impromptu meeting with Selene, I can't go back to sleep. I lie against Wyatt and listen to his steady breathing while I try to process everything that happened. I can't help blaming myself. This would have never happened if I hadn't been adamant about letting our wolves run. I remember feeling like someone was watching us when Wyatt threw me to the ground. He must have felt it, too. Was the arrow meant for me or him? I look at his face, and it looks ashen. I've tried to talk to Scar, but he's not responsive. I'm assuming he's feeling the brunt of the effects from the silver. Was it a rogue or someone else who shot at us? Just as the sun begins to rise, I hear a knock on the door before Zoe and Ryder walk in. "How are you, Jessi?" Zoe asks, giving me a hug after I sit up on the side of the bed. "I don't know, honestly." I quickly tell them about my meeting with Selene
Wyatt's P.O.V. I don't understand what's happening. I remember going for a run with Jessi, and then everything went black. Why can't I open my eyes? Where am I? I try to talk to Scar, but there's no answer. Am I dead? That can't be right because I wouldn't be able to feel if I was dead, and I can feel a burning pain in my chest. There seems to be a slight burn in my entire body, but the pain in my chest is the worst. I hear people talking, but I don't know where or who they are. Where's Jessi? Where's my mate? Is she okay? I try to mindlink her, but it's like there's a block that won't let me through. When I feel tingling on my forehead, I relax. I recognize Jessi's touch. She's here. She's with me, but why can't I speak or see her? I want to wrap my arms around her but can't move. I want to feel her silky skin and kiss her soft lips. Why does it feel like my mind is in a prison? I know I'm here, but no
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