#Chapter233Lila's POV"So King Darius is giving up the throne?" Mum asked as she sat beside me in dad's office.I nodded, slumping back against the sofa. "He didn't really say much about it," I muttered.All he said was: "Lila, Alarix, you have both proved you have what it takes to rule. I'm stepping down, and I want to pass the throne over to you both." I don't know the first thing about being a Queen. Never in my wildest dreams would I have expected this.There is no way this is the offer that Melanie was speaking about. King Darius doesn't know me. How would I be his first choice?After the fight, I really thought the king would have left, but he stayed and offered the throne. I don't know whether to be afraid or flattered.To say I was shocked with Alarix would be an understatement. For someone with little to no training, he was impressive. I don't know whether I'm more impressed by him going up against a king or a Dark Wolf. He matched Amari in everything, speed, strengt
#Chapter234Alarix's POVI panicked, grabbing Lila before she could reach them. If she attacks, she won't make it out alive... none of us will."What are you doing? Let me go!" She screamed, flailing around in my arms."What are you going to do? There's too many of them." I stressed."If I go down, I'll take Natalia or Lenora down with me... At least I'll die knowing they can't get to you." She exploded. I sucked in a breath and tightened my arms around her. It's like she has no concern for her own life."Lila, calm down. I'll let you go if you promise not to attack. We won't survive it if you do." I sighed through our link.She relaxed and leaned against me. She rested her cheek on mine and inhaled. "I'm sorry." She whispered. "I'm calm now." She added.I tangled my fingers through her hair, pulling her head back gently. "I need you alive, ok?" I declared, brushing my lips against hers gently before letting her stand on her own two feet.A yellow light faded around us. Elia
#Chapter235Alarix's POVAs soon as they slowly scattered into the forest. I exhaled deeply and wrapped my arms around Lila again, burying my face into her hair. I felt myself relax against her.Lila pulled away, smiling lovingly at me. She peered over at the three siblings before a dazzling smile appeared on her beautiful face."When my dad mentioned you were coming, I couldn't believe it!" She chirped as she laced her fingers through mine and tugged me towards them. "Also, Cayla, when did you transform into a Dark Wolf?" She probed."I'll explain later, but first, who is this?" She asked, glancing at me. She stalked towards me and drew a deep breath in before her eyes lit up, and she grinned at me."You've found him!" She gushed, waving her arms around.Lila giggled while her cheeks turned a light pink. She nodded her head excitedly as she leaned her head against my chest. "This is Alarix King... My mate." She introduced me. I could see the pure happiness in her eyes."I'm
#Chapter236Lila's POVI blinked a few times, trying to get my bearings. I don't remember falling asleep; actually, I don't even remember getting home. The last thing I remember is talking to my mum in the packhouse back garden. I must have fallen asleep, and Alarix brought me here instead of waking me up.I scanned the room, realizing I was in the packhouse. Alarix was sleeping beside me. He was laid on his front, with one hand under the pillow and his other draped over my waist.Even his sleep isn't peaceful. His eyebrows were furrowed, and he had a deep frown set on his face. I wish I could take all of his worries away. He doesn't deserve anything that's happened to him; none of us does. He deserves buckets full of happiness.I held my hand up slowly and gently traced my finger along the creases on his forehead. I leaned forward and brushed my lips against his. He was insanely gorgeous, and I still couldn't believe he was mine.I moved back, and my eyes wandered down his bac
#Chapter237Lila's POVI wrapped my arms around his neck, pulling him down as our lips collided. The kiss was slow and full of need. His hand was lightly caressing my body; he was barely touching me. His other arm was shaking as he struggled to hold himself above me.1I wrapped my legs around his waist and pushed my heels against his ass. He jerked forward, stopping himself with his arms. I dug my heels in harder and dragged my nails up his back. He groaned as his head fell into the crook of my neck, and he pushed his body flush against mine."I've never... done this before. I don't know... what I'm doing." He choked out a moan as his cock grew thicker against my stomach. His breath against his mark on my neck tingled."Neither have I," I breathed, lifting my hips, trying to find some friction.He moved down a little until his cock was nestled in between my legs. I lifted my hips again and moaned as his cock hit my clit. I was so unbelievably turned on; I could feel the wetness
#Chapter238Alarix's POVWhat just happened?My mind was just consumed completely by Lila. I saw everything; her first memories, her family... I even got to witness Lila finding out about the prophecy. It was like I had front row seats to her life.If I have just witnessed Lila's life growing up, does that mean she's seen mine? She definitely could have seen what I'm capable of... She will have seen what I did seven years ago. She might think I'm the one thing I'm terrified of becoming... a monster.She would see the monster behind the man.Our upbringing couldn't have been more different. My family and, I say family loosely, was cold and so damn controlled, whereas Lila grew up with so much love surrounding her. That doesn't shock me, not really; you can see how well she's loved."What was that?" I whispered after I'd gotten over the initial shock.She was gawking at me, her eyes were wide, and her chest was rising and falling rapidly. She winced as I pulled out, rolling off
#Chapter239Alarix's POV"Of course he is. His scent screams vamp and Lila." The dark-haired guy in the middle smirked."That's me." I returned, tight-lipped. He seemed friendly, and so did the blonde-haired guy, but I couldn't get his face out of my head. He was glaring at me."It's nice to meet you, man." He grinned. "I'm Conrad, and this is Will." He nudged the blonde-haired guy, chuckling. "This here is Nero." He mentioned, pointing to one I've already had the pleasure of meeting.I stared at Nero. He was squirming under my gaze. He was afraid of me. I chuckled before focusing on the other two again. Their eyes were flitting between us both."Ah, I see. You've already met Nero." Will chortled.Conrad glared at Nero and shook his head. "You never learn, do you? Lila has a mate, and that's not you." He mocked.Nero growled quietly at him. Conrad bared his canines in a warning."It was nice to meet you, but I have to go," I mentioned as I walked by them."Wait!" Conrad cal
#Chapter240Lila's POV"What? How did you know?" I choked.′Our scent, remember. Our scent has mingled with Alarix's.′ Lola chimed in.Dad rolled his eyes, chuckling. "Your scents are mixed. That's what happens." He answered. "We knew it was only a matter of time."I cringed. I didn't want my dad knowing I'd had sex... that's just embarrassing. I knew he had to know, especially if we wanted answers. But it's still not something I want to be discussing with my parents."That isn't what we were going to tell you, not really." I shook my head. This conversation is awkward as fuck. "It's what happened after..." I muttered.Dad raised his brow and glanced between Alarix and me. "You know you can tell us anything, sweetie." Mum expressed, smiling at us."We had marked each other again... as soon as I looked into his eyes, I saw all of his memories," I muttered. "I saw his past. I saw everything." I explained.Lola whimpered as images flashed through my mind. His upbringing was hea
#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