#Chapter207Alarix's POV"Athan... Stop!" I hissed.He kept hold of me tightly. "Alarix, this is going to be easier on both of us if you just come home." He grunted."Just let me go... You'll never see me again." I pleaded.I had no way to let Lila know I did want to go with her and that I did want her. As soon as I set foot in the house, I won't be leaving again. She would leave thinking the worst. It pained me knowing she was going to be hurting because of me.Athan ignored me the rest of the way down our street. As we neared the house, I could feel the anger. I was in for it when I walked through the door. I stopped outside of the house as Athan gripped hold of the door handle. He glanced at me and smiled sadly at me; worry flashed through his eyes.Fucking hypocrite! If he was even a little bit worried for me... He'd act like a big brother and take me away from here. I could be with Lila right now."For what it's worth... I'd disobey father for a piece of your mate." He c
#Chapter208Lila's POVAs I got closer to her, I could see a dull bruise below her eye and a faint bite mark on her cheek. She seemed upset and scared. Was she scared of me? As I edged closer to her, she backed away a little. I stopped and stayed where I was; she had no reason to be scared."What do you need my help with?" I inquired, keeping her under my gaze."Alarix." She whispered. She shuddered, and there was a hint of sadness in her voice.You've got to be kidding me? Hasn't he put me through enough? Now, he's sending someone to try and talk me out of stopping him."Tell him that he doesn't need to worry... He and his beloved can unite for all I care. But... I'll be coming for them if I need to." I snarled."Woah... No, you've got it all wrong." She blurted, interrupting my rant.I frowned at her. "Who are you?" I asked."His sister." She replied, rubbing the back of her neck.My eyes went wide, and I shook my head. For years I searched for him or any vampire. Now the
#Chapter209Lila's POV."I think we got off on the wrong foot, Lila." The vampire king sighed.1I rolled my eyes at him and nodded. "You think? I thought you were telling me I needed to end his life." I growled.He chuckled and shook his head. "No, Lila... I am very invested in you both." He smiled.Not that I'm not interested in why he's invested in us, I'm too focused on getting to Alarix to care. I need to see him and make sure he's ok. He needs to know I'm coming for him, to hold out for as long as he can because once I get there, I'm going to need him to fight with me."Celeste, will they still be in America?" I asked, glancing at her.She nodded her head. "Yes, Lenora was visiting today. They are visiting for one week, I believe." She replied.A small growl slipped out, and I shook my head. "Can you see if you can speak to him?... Let him know I'm coming." I asked."I'll try." She answered. Her voice was small and quiet; she was nervous."Hi, I'm Luna Ayla... Lila's m
#Chapter210Alarix's POV."You're feeding again?" Athan gasped.I glanced at him from the corner of my eye the best I could. I had a petite brunette straddling me. My fingers were digging into her waist, and my fangs were lodged into her neck.1I hummed in response against her neck. A raspy moan slipped out of her mouth, causing me to cringe. She was attempting to grind herself against me, but she couldn't because of my tight grip holding her in place, and there was fuck all for her to grind against."You should fuck her while you're feeding, Rix." He chuckled. "It takes so much better when they're aroused and cumming... The feeling is incredible; you'll never feel anything like it." He quipped.I rolled my eyes, withdrawing my fangs from her. I gazed at the blood pooling in her collarbone from my lips. She leaned back and batted her eyelashes at me."I'm not fucking you." I gagged.It's always the same. They come here expecting sex in exchange for feeding on them. I guess th
#Chapter211Lila's POV."We need to go now!" I ordered as I marched into the kitchen.I thought hearing his voice would calm me a little, but it's only made me worse. After what Melanie and Celeste told me, my anxiety and stress levels are through the roof. His voice was raw and scratchy, he's struggling with something, and I hate that I'm not there. I need to see him with my own eyes to know he's ok. I can't wait until tomorrow to go... I need to do this now.My dad, Darius and Levi were sat around the table; they glanced at me as I came in. "Lila, you know the protocol." My dad sighed. Levi smiled sadly at me.I huffed, slapping my hands against the table, leaning forward. "That was before I spoke to Alarix..." I took a deep breath and sighed. "He needs help, and he needs it now." I snapped.Dad raised his brow at me as Levi sighed, shaking his head subtly, and Darius was smirking at me... I have no idea why he's looking at me creepily, but I'm too focused on my dad agreein
#Chapter212Lila's POV.I stared out into the forest. We've been at the pack for the past hour. I have sent to bed like a chastised little pup. I've been told to rest and sleep... But I can't sleep.I want to go straight to Alarix and save him, but I know I can't. I need to be at full strength, and that's only going to happen if I rest.I leaned on the balcony railing and rested my chin on my hands. I know what I'm doing out here... I'm hoping to see his eyes in the forest again. He'll know I'm here. As soon as the jet touched the ground, I felt him; I know he would have felt me too.There's no sign of him whatsoever... No scent, no red glow, nothing. I took a deep breath and curled up on the chair on the balcony. I have more chance of catching his scent out here than I do in a closed room.I sighed, looking up at the sky. The moon was bright... I usually love looking at the moon, but I'm not getting the usual feelings I get.We worship the moon and our Goddess but all I can t
#Chapter213Lila's POV."We only have one brother." Celeste hissed at Athan.He's the reason Alarix didn't get to me. What was he trying to do? Take me into the woods and completely take me out? Take me out of the equation, so the prophecy can't come into play?"Why would you tell me your name is Arnie if it's not?" I shot."Because if you knew who I was... I didn't think you would come with me." He shrugged."You're damn right I wouldn't." I snapped."You're the reason he's not here with me right now," I snarled.I was seething. My heart was beating erratically; it was the only thing I could hear. My body was shaking violently, and I clenched my fists together. Lola was trying to break free."I had to stop him from coming to you... I didn't want to, but I couldn't go against my father." He groaned.I growled at him as my canines released, my claws protruded from my nails, causing them to dig into my palms. My dad stepped closer to me, "Lila, calm down." He warned."I cant."
#Chapter214Lila's POV."Alarix?" I choked.I couldn't believe what I was seeing. I blinked a few times, hoping that I was dreaming, hallucinating or something.Alarix was laid on his bed with a blonde woman draped over his body. They were both fully clothed, but she was embracing him intimately. From her scent, I could tell she was a vampire. This is who he's replaced me with? This is his beloved?I felt sick; bile was rising in my throat. I spoke to him not even twenty-four hours ago, and he's already given up and not waited for me. Maybe their bonds aren't as strong as ours... While I have been pining for him and in a constant state of panic and worry, he's decided our bond means jack shit to him and moved on to someone better suited to him.This was a bad idea. I shouldn't have come. I'm done with him... He can do whatever he wants. I clearly mean very little to him."Lila, where are you?" Mum's voice rang out in my head.I turned to go back out of the window when the lig
#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