Jessi's P.O.V.
I stare at the skunks for half a second, and before they can spray, I turn to Wyatt. I know everyone expects me to teleport us out of here so we don't get skunk-bombed, but I think this is a Cressida trick to have us move from this gate. "Quick freeze time," I tell Wyatt. He waves his hand, and everything around us is suddenly still. "Jessi, what's going on? Everything except me and Davina is frozen." Jock mindlinked me. Perfect, my favorite fairy isn't affected either. I need her. "Come to the north gate. I need your mate." "Jock and Davina are on their way. I need you to keep freezing everything until I see if the fairy can help us." Wyatt nods. I see Jock and Davina running towards us just as everyone becomes unfrozen. Wyatt freezes them again before the skunks can spray. Damn, I forgot my sunglasses. I just need to remember to not look Davina in the eyes.Jessi's P.O.V.Wyatt, Davina, Jock, and I are walking back to the palace to speak to Lucas when we see Trevor and Rmina in one of the gardens. I can tell the witch is upset about something. What did her idiot mate do now? "What's going on?" I ask, looking between them. Rmina looks pissed. I wonder if Davina can give me some popcorn. Although she'd probably make it sparkly popcorn."Selene just had a visit with us, and this stupid dog had the nerve to ogle her. I thought he was going to drool so much we might slip getting out of there." She answers through clenched teeth. Trevor's eyes open in shock."I don't know what you're talking about. I was excited to meet the Moon Goddess, but not in a sexual way. I think of her as a mother figure." I believe him, but let's have some fun, shall we? "I think you should withhold sex from him for at least a week as punishment. I mean, if he could think about Selene that way, who knows what else is going on in that dirty mind o
Zoe's P.O.V.With Jessi and Wyatt busy, I know it's up to me and Ryder to ensure everything runs smoothly in their absence. The first thing I do is call Jock and Trevor to our office. They come with their mates in tow. "Thank you for coming so quickly. Jessi just went into heat, so she and Wyatt will be occupied for the next few days." Davina starts jumping and twirling around happily. I like the fairy, but sometimes she makes my head hurt. "I want you to continue with whatever plans they had put into motion. Just come to Ryder and me if you need anything. We will also be joining your training. We haven't been there in a while, and I think it's important for everyone to be prepared. Do you have any questions?" I ask, looking at the two couples. "No, Your Majesty. Jose's in charge of training schedules, so you may want to talk to him too." Jock says. "I will, thanks." Once they leave, I turn to Ryder. "Are you ready for this?" I ask, sitting on his lap. We
Davina's P.O.V.Jessi's in heat; that sounds like fun. I wonder if she's actually hot or if it's just a term they use. I made Jock try the twirling thing, but it didn't work right no matter what position we used, but it sure was fun trying. I know most people look at me and think I'm just a ditsy fairy who only loves twirling and making things sparkle, but they're wrong. Those things make me smile and giggle, but before I met Jock, I was alone. I've been alone for a very long time, and in that time, I had nothing to make me giggle or twirl. The life of a fairy can be short because others are always trying to kidnap us and take our magic. Witches don't like us because some of our magic is stronger than theirs. Vampires don't want us because they can't drink our blood; it's like poison to them. We do get along with most shifters, though. I was so happy to mate with Jock. He's a big, strong warrior, and I know he'll never let me be alone again.One of my special talents i
Jessi's P.O.V.Three days. My heat lasted three days. It was great to spend so much alone time with Wyatt, but sometimes, nothing would calm the need inside me. I think there were a few times that he was ready to pass out, so I had to ride him to give him a minute to rest. I told him he was a lightweight, so he went all boss mode on me. Now, that was something to remember. Oh, shit, I better get some sunglasses. I don't need that dancing fairy to be reading my thoughts after three days of hot sex. According to Rieka, we're expecting our first pup. I would have liked more time to prepare for him or her, but I'm excited at the same time. Wyatt is still sleeping, so I haven't told him yet. I wonder if I should tell him I want more sex. No, I don't want him to run away screaming. Penis twirling doesn't work either. After falling and hitting my head, I cursed Davina because it was her fault I even tried. "How are you already awake?" Wyatt asks, turning and putting his
Wyatt's P.O.V. Jessi and I are training hard. I keep getting distracted, though, by how flawless her movements are. There have been several times she has caught me off guard because I was too busy staring at her. Now that she's carrying my pup, it makes her even more beautiful. This woman is mine. I remind myself of this every day, yet it feels like a dream. I love her so much that sometimes my heart feels like it will burst. "Are you awake, warrior?" She asks as her foot connects with my chest, making me stumble backward. How is someone so tiny, so freakishly strong? It reminds me of the day I first saw her at the tryouts. She was better than any man there, and she has proven herself time and time again. How did I get so lucky? I don't care that we're in the middle of training. I reach for Jessi, pull her into my arms, and kiss her deeply, letting my tongue play with hers. I want to possess her, every part of her. When I pull back
Jessi's P.O.V. I teleport us to the front gate, where several guards and warriors are standing. When they move out of the way, I can't believe what I'm seeing. What is Dawn doing here? "Jessi, please, I need to talk to you." Dawn is from Dark Moon and about two years older than me. We have never been close because I was always loud, and she was quiet. "Go ahead and let her in. She's from Dark Moon." The guards open the gates, and Dawn runs over to hug me. I can feel her shaking as she cries. "What's wrong?" Dawn is a few inches taller than me, with strawberry-blonde hair and green eyes. I see several of the unmated guards and warriors looking at her. She's not mated either, as far as I know. "I was on a road trip with a human friend of mine; we weren't far from here when our car had a flat tire. We got out and were walking, trying to find someone to help, when this man, who h
Warning: this chapter contains content that may be difficult for some readers to read.Cressida's P.O.V.Fuck, fuck, fuck. Why am I surrounded by fools? I told Gabe to bring me a virgin woman whose body I could take so those idiots in the palace don't know what I look like. He had to take a human who was with a wolf from Dark Moon. Now she's at the palace telling them all about her missing friend.The young woman is lying on the bed watching us. I can't use her body now that they know what she looks like. How hard is it for him to find one that's alone? Does he not understand there should be no witnesses? "What can I do to make it up to you?" Gabe asks while following me around like the pathetic dog he is. "Nothing. There is nothing you can do. Forget about it. I'll use her to relieve my frustration." He looks from the blonde on the bed back to me."What do you mean? Use her how?" Some men are so stupid."You know I prefer women o
Jessi's P.O.V.We get Dawn and Jose settled in a room inside the palace, but something is bugging me. Dawn said Aubrey was adamant they needed to go on a road trip and wouldn't take no for an answer. Why do I feel like she was up to something?"Davina, do you think you can do something for me?" I ask my favorite fairy. She twirls over to me excitedly."Anything, Warrior Jessi." I can't help smiling at her. One of these days, I'm going to sit down to talk with her about her life before we met. I bet it's an interesting story that would definitely require popcorn."Do you think you can go to the location where Dawn and Aubrey had a flat tire? I want to know if you sense anything strange there. I know you're more sensitive than most to the presence of supernaturals." She's focusing on me with a serious expression when suddenly she nods and jumps up and down excitedly."Yes, I can do that. Is there anything in particular you're looking for?" I don't
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