#Chapter197Lila's POV"Lila?"I groaned out loud, gritting my teeth together. Out of everyone, why did it have to be him?I peeped down, making sure the hoodie was covering me the best it could. Butterflies exploded in my stomach as I realised he gave me his hoodie... I know I probably only got it because I was naked in front of him, but the simple gesture warmed my heart.From what I could see of him... He looked taller than me, so his hoodie should have covered me nicely... If I wasn't curled in an inconvenient position.I had to fight against every impulse not to lift the hoodie to my face. I could smell his scent all over me and the hoodie... The hoodie is my new favourite thing."Go get my mum, Damon." I sighed."Why? I can help you." He chortled as I heard him moving forward. I snarled in warning, twisting my head to stare at him.He held his hands up in surrender and snorted before jogging away through the gates.He'd carried me back to the pack. I felt relieved he
#Chapter198Levi's POV"If I ever see him, I'm going to kill him!" I snarled.I was pacing back and forth in the room Luna Mila has set up for Lila. Elias and I are waiting for her. She's going to say she needs to be alone, but I know her... No matter what she says, she doesn't like being alone. She doesn't want to seem like a burden."Baby, how's your magic coming along?" I whipped my head around and lifted my brow at him.He furrowed his brows at me, "It depends on what you want?" He shrugged.I groaned, pushing my hand through my hair. "Anything is good at this point," I snorted.I hate that Lila is hurting... I can sense it through our bond. She never shuts her bond down no matter what, and I'm grateful because then I know if something is wrong even when she says she's fine."If he wants to act like a little fucking-" I smirked at him, and a wicked grin smeared across my face.He bounced off the bed with a smirk on his face. He rushed over to me and paused in front of me
#Chapter199Lila's POV."What the fuck is this?" Beta Ethan roared.I skidded to a stop and glanced over at him. Fucking Ethan... He usually stays away when he knows we're here; Alpha's orders. I love how he puts mum before his brother."An icerink... Courtesy of Elias." I smirked.He looked like he was about to pop a vein. He was fuming. His hands were in fists at his side, his nostrils were flaring, and he was scowling at me. I lifted my brow at him before giggling. I couldn't stop the laughter from erupting from my mouth."Emma! Get your ass off that ice." He commanded. Emma grimaced but quickly obliged. "I'm going to speak to the Alpha... By the time I get back, I want every single one of you out of the lake." He snarled."But... We aren't in the lake." I frowned.He growled, and his eyes glowed black. I growled back and brought my wolf ahead so my eyes would resemble his. Disrespecting another pack member isn't exactly setting a good example, but I have no respect for hi
#Chapter200Alarix POV5I can't focus.I can't stop my fangs from extending randomly.I can't sit still.I feel like I can't fucking breathe.Ever since I saw her in the forest... She's all I can think of. I knew she was my beloved. I know it was foretold... That is all I know. My parents ordered me to leave after the seer began speaking. I was intrigued that a wolf is my beloved; my parents soon put a stop to that.They forbade it... They said I wasn't going to disgrace their bloodline with a wolf.I know what happens when you don't listen.Her wolf was stunning. She was bigger than I expected, not that I expected much as I haven't really seen a wolf before. But her human side... Fuck, she was something else altogether.When she jumped out at me, I couldn't believe it. I knew she hadn't taken a chosen mate. I could smell her innocence which only fucked with my head even more.My father told me she would... ′A werewolf will not accept a vampire into its pack... She will ta
#Chapter201Alarix's POVI couldn't move... I was rooted to the spot.She has the voice of an angel... An angry angel, but even with the bitterness of her tone, I could hear the softness of voice. I wanted to hear what my name would sound like coming from her perfect lips."If you leave... You'll never find me again." She scoffed.I clenched my fists in front of me, dragging in long breathes, trying to calm myself down. I wanted her to stop talking even though I needed to hear more of her voice. This fucking bond is making me crazy."You know we were destined to be together by the prophecy... I know you know about it. The werewolves, the warlock and the vampire." She taunted.She was baiting me, trying to get a rise out of me. All I could hear was the way she said vampire... almost like she's disgusted by me, but I know she's not... She's not afraid of me or repulsed by me; she wants me, I can feel it. Was there more to the prophecy that I don't know?I spun around and raised
#Chapter202Lila's POVEvery minute that drags by, my heart tears that little bit more. My eyes are set on either the door or the clock."Baby... We can wait longer." My dad suggested.I could see the pity on each of their faces. I really thought he was going to show up, declare his undying love for me, and we fly off into the sunset.Well, maybe not undying love, but that he wanted me, and we could deal with whatever is troubling him... Together.I was so excited that he came back again. I felt relieved to see he was suffering just like me, that it wasn't all one-sided. He seemed so confused, he knows about the prophecy, but I don't think he knows everything. He looked curious when I mentioned the warlock. I should have told him.He doesn't seem to understand much about our species... He seemed completely bewildered that I could jump that fence. I think he thought wolves were weak... Some might be, but wolves from my pack aren't weak at all. We're trained by the best.I groane
#Chapter203Lila's POVAs soon as the wheels connected with the tarmac, I let out a breath. I was itching to get out of this stuffy plane. The feelings I was getting from the bond with these were disturbing, I needed to be as far away as I could before they started humping each other, and I was scarred for life.I grabbed my bag as the door opened. I was the first one to the door. I stood in the open door and breathed in the air. It was so different here, a good different. The only scent I was picking up was nature and home... It smelled of home."Lila!" Seth called out.I glanced around until my eyes landed on him. I felt a smile widening across my face. I watched as he jogged towards the plane. As I stepped off the last step of the stairs, he pulled me into a bone-crunching hug."How are you?" He mumbled.I inhaled and let his scent wash over me; he smelled like home too. "I'm getting there," I answered honestly. He breathed out in relief as he pulled away."I'm back! Half
#Chapter204Lila's POV"I'm sorry... Who?" I blurted.He raised his brow at me, staring at me. Was I supposed to know who he is? I don't remember meeting anyone called Alarix, with a name like his, I wouldn't forget."Protecting him won't help anyone, child." He grunted.A low, baleful growl reverberated from my dad. "I said you could speak to my daughter... Not badger her." He snarled."Excuse me? I can't protect someone I don't know. Don't treat me like a fucking child." I growled.I don't care if he's the vampire king. I don't deserve to be spoken to like a child. I legit have no idea who he is, why the fuck would I be protecting him? I have never backed down from a mission... And this one will be no different. I've trained for this one.Amusement whirled around in his eyes. "I can see why you're Alarix's beloved." He grinned. "You'll make a fine leader." He quipped.My breath hitched in my throat. The prophecy was about my mate? I have to stop my destined from destroying
#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