#Chapter158I ran home, with tears streaming down my face. I needed to get home; I needed my parents. The bond was making me feel things I didn't know how to deal with. I wanted to rip her throat out when she called herself his mate. I've never been the violent or jealous type, but lately, that's all that is running through my mind.I ran around a corner and bumped into someone causing me to fall back. “Shit, Ayla, are you ok?” Mateo asked, rushing towards me. “Mila, she’s over here!” He yelled over his shoulder.“S- sorry,” I gasped.“No, don’t be sorry. It’s ok.” He comforted. He wrapped his arm around my waist and helped me up. “Oh, Ayla!” Mila blubbered, throwing her arms around me.As soon as my head rested on her shoulder, the tears spilt out. “Shush, it’s ok.” She cooed, stroking my hair.“I-I met h-her,” I stuttered, “she’s... stunning.” I choked.She pushed me back and shook her head, “Don’t do that. Don’t belittle yourself.” She scolded.“She called herself his mate
#Chapter159My eyes sprung open at my door flying across my room. I sat up and rubbed my eyes as my dad and brother came waltzing into my room."She had earphones in... That's why she didn't hear us," Owen groaned.I laid back down and curled up. "Are you getting out of bed today?" My dad asked as he came towards me. I shook my head."Ayla, you need to, baby." He sighed.I ignored them. What I needed to do was find the courage to go and reject Ethan. But I couldn't. No matter how many times I siked myself up, I always end up a blubbering mess.They both left the room, and I stayed where I was. I spent the full day in bed. I didn't eat or drink. I only got out for the toilet, which wasn't often.My parents and Owen keep coming in and out, but I don't acknowledge them. I know they only want to help, but I just want to be left alone.I was spiralling further into a depressive state, and I couldn't pull myself out. Everything seemed dark, I was sinking deeper into darkness. I'm afr
#Chapter160I braced myself against the wall as pain stuck in my chest. Ethan hunched over and gripped his chest."You... Know what you need to." I panted. I closed my eyes and waited for the pain from his rejection."I'm not doing it." He snarled.My eyes shot open, "why?" I choked.He's going to mark Jasmine, he needs to reject the mate bond with me. How can he mate with someone else when I'm still here? His wolf won't allow him to."But I will accept the rejection on one condition." He remarked.I held my breath, waiting for him to tell me what it's going to take for him to let me go. I'd do just about anything to get rid of this pain and heartache. I don't think I can cope much longer, it's destroying me."Spend the night with me." He stated, "We spend the night as mates than in the morning, I will accept your rejection." He added.20My eyes went wide and I choked on my breath. He wasn't serious, was he? That would only make it worse, the rejection could kill me.1"So w
#Chapter161Alpha Miles was looking at me with a strange expression. Does he know Ethan is my mate? I know he knew about Mateo but has Ethan informed him who I am to him?"Ayla, are you ok? You don't look well." He asked.Maybe he doesn't know... I won't be telling him. I could get out of here without Ethan knowing."I'm just not sleeping well," I mumbled.He nodded and smiled at me. "So, what can I do for you? You sounded pretty urgent through the mind link." He raised his brow as he asked my dad."Miles, we've been friends for years... I'm trusting you will help my daughter." You could hear the pleading in his voice as he replied. I glanced at him and shook my head."Ayla, he needs to know. He can help." He whispered. I sighed and nodded. I stared at his desk keeping my eyes focused on the pile of papers on his fax machine.I could see a brochure close to falling onto the floor. I leaned forward and grabbed it. KS Guidance. I held it in my hand and looked back at my Alpha.
#Chapter162I shove my clothes in my suitcase, not bothering to pack them neatly. I need to get out of here quick before he realises what I'm doing. I stop and wipe my face which is meaningless because the tears keep coming.How did my life turn out like this? I was so excited about finding my mate, granted the thought terrified me but I was overall excited. The one wolf that is supposed to be yours, is made for you and will love you through anything... It sounds too good to be true and before, I would have said it wasn't but now, it is.Just because they are supposed to love you, doesn't mean they won't destroy you.2I had everything planned, I was going to continue with the pup handling and work my way up to becoming a pack midwife. I was going to meet my mate, fall in love and have everything my parents have.But he had to ruin that...He broke my heart and then broke my soul."I wish I could take time off work and come with you," Owen grumbled.I sighed, wiping my eyes an
#Chapter163"What are you doing here?" I asked, furrowing my brows."We're a team, you and me," Mila smirked.1"I'm here because my mate wants to go to another pack... Unmated." Mateo grumbled.10I chuckled as my eyes welling up with tears. "Oh, Ayla... Don't cry." Mila rushed over to me. She placed her fingers under my eyes. I snorted, throwing my head back laughing.When we were younger, if either of us ever started crying, we would hold our fingers under the other eyes and catch them before they fell... We didn't think we were crying then because nobody could see our tears.2"This is your pilot speaking. We will be setting off in five minutes. Please remain seated for the takeoff. We will be arriving in Devon in approximately twelve hours. Thank you for flying with Toronto Private Jets."12 hours? This is going to be the longest flight of my life.4I fastened my seat belt as I took a deep breath. I glanced over at Mila and Mateo. They were smiling and giggling at each other.
#Chapter164We darted through the forest. Mila and Mateo were hanging back, running together, occasionally stopping to lick at each other. The pull on my heart was still there, but I ignored it to give Athena a good run.Caleb skidded to a stop, causing me to crash into him. I rolled down a little dip towards a lake. I clawed at the ground, trying to stop myself from rolling, but it was useless; I was going too fast.I took a deep breath and stopped fighting the inevitable. As I rolled, I saw the water straight ahead. One more roll, I'd be in it. I took a deep breath as I made contact with the water. I paddled up to the surface and gasped as much air as I could.I paddled towards land, shivering. When I emerged from the water, I shook out my fur. I glanced up and saw Mila, Mateo and Caleb all back in their human forms. Slowly members of the pack came into view and were gaping at me.1Mila manoeuvred her way down the little dip and giggled. My eyes were glued on everyone that was
#Chapter165"Well, this is you," Caleb announced as he pushed the door open. I stood in the corridor of the Alpha's floor, looking around. I could feel eyes on me, but I couldn't see anyone.It made my skin crawl... Just not in the way you would expect if you knew you were been watched. I felt excited and drawn to this feeling.I sighed and turned to Caleb. "Thank you," I replied."Everything you need is in there." He mentioned.I took his hoodie off and handed it to him. A low growl passed through the corridor. I whipped my head around, trying to find the source of the sound. I glanced at Caleb, he shrugged, but I could tell by his face he knows who it was."How long until the tour?" I asked, yawning. He chuckled and smiled at me, "we'll do the tour tomorrow, don't worry." He replied.I smiled and nodded. "Thank you," I answered."Listen, I don't know what's happened, but I heard you and Mila." He took a deep breath, "if you need someone to talk to, someone who doesn't know wh
#Chapter303WHEREVER YOU GO, I GO“So, we’re going to live in the palace forever?” Callie asked.Brody glanced at me with his brow raised. We haven’t discussed what’s going to happen. I still want to be part of the royal guard, but now I have someone else to think about.What does Brody want to do with his life? Would he be happy staying in the palace? There are all these little things we’re going to have to deal with.Until the threat to my life, well all our lives are dealt with, the best place for us is the palace. But after that, I need to think about Brody and Callie, not just myself.“I don’t know about the future, but yes, for now, we’re staying at the palace.” I answered. “Is that okay with you both?”“I like the palace. I like my bedroom. I like your family. I want to stay.” Callie answered.I smiled at her and nodded. “I’m glad you like it here.”I glanced to Brody, he seemed deep in thought. He smiled sweetly at me and took hold of my hand and Callie’s.“Wherev
#Chapter302LITTLE DETAILSI have no idea how I’m feeling right now, there are so many thoughts running through my mind.I’m confused why I’ve got a mate and a beloved. I know we have a family history of having two... Nanna Ayla had two mates, but they think that was because of the prophecy, and Grandad Leon was always supposed to be her true mate, but never in my wildest dreams would I have expected me to have a mate and a beloved.I’m happy, elated, absolutely over the moon at the fact Brody is my beloved. He’s everything I wanted in a beloved. He’s thoughtful, caring, and a decent being. I’m certainly lucky to have been blessed to spend my life with him.But I’m also worried. No, I’m absolutely petrified. When Luca finds out I’m also destined for someone else, I don’t even want to think about what he’d do. He’s going to be angry and jealous, and that’s a dangerous combination. Jealousy can make even the nicest people do wrong things. Luca is deranged and definitely wo
#Chapter301HIS SCENT“So, you and Brody?” Olivia smirked as she placed some pieces of fruit in five bowls.“I know that face, Liv. There is nothing going on.” I groaned, “we’re just friends.”“Friends definitely don’t look at each other the way you two do.” She snickered.Olivia placed the knife onto the kitchen island and looked at me with a serious expression. She leaned against the kitchen island, resting her chin on the palm of her hand.“In all seriousness, how are you doing now you’re back?” She asked.I took a deep breath, then smiled at Olivia.“I’m glad to be back.” I sighed, “really glad to be back”.”“We’re glad to have you back,” she smiled sweetly. “Are you going with Brody when he gets his scent back?”I nodded and pushed away from the kitchen island. “He’s nervous about it, so I want to be there for him.”"You just want to know what he smells like." Allie quipped.She’s not wrong. I am intrigued to know what his scent is like. When I
#Chapter300WISHFUL THINKINGI halted in the doorway and frowned. My eyes darted around my dad’s office. My dad was sitting behind his desk with his arms crossed over his chest, with Mum perched on a chair beside him holding his arm. Coby and Ryder were standing by Uncle Elias and Uncle Levi in deep conversation. Grandad Leon and Nanna Ayla were behind Mum and each had their hands on her shoulder."No matter what they have to tell us, I’m here, we go through this together." Allie promised. ”We’re stronger than the rogues."They all looked to me with hints of anger and worry all over their faces.“So, what’s wrong?” I questioned as I moved further into the office, and Brody closed the door behind us.“You might want to sit down, sweetheart.” Dad instructed, pointing to the sofas on the other side of the room.I led Brody towards the sofas and made sure he was sat next to me. I’m going to need him close if I’m going to get through this. Mum and Dad joined us, sitting
#Chapter299THE PLACE IS A MAZE“Lila, sweetheart, wake up.”My eyes shot open, and I stared blankly ahead at Brody’s chest; we must have fallen asleep. It took me a few seconds to register, it was my mum’s voice. I peered over my shoulder. My mum was standing beside my bed, awkwardly shuffling side to side on her feet.I sat slowly to try and not wake Brody, and turned completely to Mum.“Everything okay?” I asked.“I’m sorry, Lo.” She sighed, “I didn’t want to enter your room without your permission, but it’s important, baby.”“Sure. What’s wrong?” I asked.She shook her head and took a deep breath.“Dad is waiting for us in his office.”I raised my brow, then nodded.“Okay, give me a minute,” I sighed.I leaned forward and grabbed the comforter from the bottom of the bed and pulled it over Brody.“Brody should probably hear this as well.” She mumbled.“Meet you at Dad’s office then?” I suggested.Mum nodded her head and took a deep breath
#Chapter298A LITTLE NEEDYCallie was over the moon with her bedroom, the smile never left her face. When I showed Brody his room, she didn’t want to come, she wanted to stay in her bedroom and play with her new toys. I didn’t blame her though, she had plenty to choose from, my parents definitely spoiled her.I left Brody to settle in his room, get a shower or whatever he wanted to do. I showed him which room mine was, and that if he or Callie needed me, they could come to my room.I stood in the middle of my room and dragged in a shaky breath. The last time I was in here, I was with Olivia when we were getting ready for my birthday party. I was starting to feel overwhelmed and anxious. Being alone in the room gave me a weird feeling. I need to not think about before and anything that happened. If I think too much, I may just be heading for a mental breakdown."Can we talk?" Brody’s voice filled my mind, and the little anxiety I was beginning to feel about being alone sl
#Chapter297STUPID SOUNDPROOF ROOMSI introduced Callie to the boys after getting the sweetest hello from them. They definitely missed me as much as I missed them. All four of them clung to me for ages. But the meeting between Callie and the boys was cute and warmed my heart. They were certainly excited to meet her. They got on really well, and I knew they would do.We spent time playing in the playroom while Brody was with my dad. I was glad I was with them, because it took my mind off my dad and Brody; it kept me occupied enough that my mind wasn’t constantly thinking about what is being said. I know Brody won’t tell them anything about what happened to me, but part of me wishes he did, because then I wouldn’t have to. Although Brody doesn’t know everything, I mean, he gets the gist of it, but he wasn’t always there."I’ll be there when you tell them. I’ve got your back." Allie cooed."I’m so lucky to have you."When Brody came to the playroom, I heard him and Corbo
#Chapter296FIERY SPIRITBrody’s POV.His eyes went wide, then he cleared his throat and straightened himself out. “You know about our history?” He questioned, raising his brow and leaning forward.I nodded. “Yeah, my mother um, told me after I met Alora.”“And you still saved my daughter?” He questioned.“I’m not my mother. Alora is special, nothing like what they said hybrids were. I had to get her out of there.” I answered.A broad smile appeared on King Alarix’s face as he nodded and sat back with his arms folded.“The guy that pulled her away, who is he?” Corbon asked.I furrowed my brows. “I wasn’t there, so I don’t know what happened, but I assume you’re talking about Luca.” I replied.“And who is this Luca?" Corbon growled.“He’s a wolf, but I don’t know much about him. I can’t tell you anything else though, it’s not my place to say.” I sighed.“The hell you can’t.” Corbon growled. “Tell me about him.”“That’s enough, Corbon.” King Alarix
#Chapter295WHAT EXACTLY ARE YOUBrody’s POV.I followed King Alarix through the palace. It was huge, I don’t think I have ever seen something so grand. When I think of palaces, I imagine old fashion colour schemes, but this isn’t anything like it. The palace is modern and open planned, lots of space.“Just around this corner.” King Alarix mentioned over his shoulder.I nodded and smiled at him. My mind kept going back to the reunion between Alora and her family. Everything we went through getting out of that place, seeing them all together, was so worth it. I don’t think I have ever seen a mum and dad fawn so much over their children. It was heartwarming to witness.My dad died when I was young, so I don’t remember anything about him. Callie’s dad tried, but my mother wasn’t very maternal, so she complained whenever he showed Callie an ounce of love and affection.Our children need to grow up to be leaders, do not make them weak.Showing love and affection does