#Chapter266Lila's POV"Come with me," Alarix instructed, standing up.I stood up and followed him to the balcony door. He opened it, motioning for me to accompany him out onto the balcony. I moved forward, breathing in as soon I was outside. I sighed in content as all the different scents of nature overflowed my senses.I'm so glad the king didn't live in the middle of a city. I don't know how I would have coped without living in the countryside, nor would Lola.He was gazing out into the forest. He was nervous; his whole body was stiff. I could see his back muscles tensing as he drew in deep breaths, then let them out shakily."When I spoke to the king yesterday, he told me something that vampires do... especially royal vampires." He babbled. "I don't know if it's something wolves do or you would like to do."He turned around with his hands in his pockets and took a deep breath before taking one hand out of his pocket and shoving it through his hair."When we first met, I w
#Chapter267Alarix's POV.I've only been standing at the altar for a few minutes, and I'm already a nervous wreck. My palms are sweating, and I can't stop my whole body from shaking. I know she's going to be here... I know she wants to marry me, but it doesn't stop the niggling feeling that she's going to realise she's far better than me and run."I can feel your anxiety and worry through our bond. What's wrong? Do you not want this anymore?" Lila's sweet voice appeared in my mind, and the tension I was feeling slowly evaporated."I'm just anxious for you to be here," I answered."I'll be there soon, handsome." She replied. I could hear a tint of amusement in her tone.I grinned and glanced at my three best men. After Athan showed up, I couldn't decide between them all, so I told them they were all standing with me.When I answered the door to Athan, I didn't know whether to hug him or wipe the stupid smirk he had on his face. He and Levi had planned this behind my back... Lev
#Chapter268Elias' POV."What the fuck is your problem?" I snapped. "Why the fuck can't you just leave me alone?"Both Levi and Lila were still struggling to breathe. I had no idea what she was doing to them. I know magic is involved; I can feel it flowing from them. I tried counter attacking her magic, but she was too strong."It's not them you want; it's me!" I yelled. "Let them go. Stop whatever you are doing and take me instead!""E... No..." Levi choked.She waved her hand, and Lila and Levi both heaved in breaths as they filled their lungs with as much air as they could gather. I turned to Levi and breathed out in relief."Times a wasting, my boy... Let's go, Son." Lilith quipped.I took a deep breath and moved closer to Levi. I placed my hands on his neck, resting my forehead on his. I sighed, closing my eyes before opening them again. He whimpered, gripping hold of my shirt as he forced himself closer to me."I love you, Levi," I whispered."Don't fucking... Do this
#Chapter269Levi's POV."How is he? Does he need anything? I can come and be with you both," Lila blustered through our link.I pulled my knees against my chest, resting my head against my knees as I glanced over at Elias."He's sleeping. You stay with Alarix. I'll let you know if I need you." I answered. "He actually wanted you to carry on with the crowning... I told him to get some sleep; I wasn't sure if you were going ahead with it or not.""The coronation is postponed until further notice, don't worry. It gives Elias some time to come to terms with everything. I'm not being crowned queen without my two best friends by my side." She answered with a small chuckle.I don't know how long we spent on the mountain. He sat curled up in my arms and cried. He only calmed down once my dad and Alarix carried Lilith's body away, then it was like something snapped inside of him; a switch flipped, and he seemed... ok.We've been back at the castle for a little over an hour. I brought h
#Chapter270Alarix's POV."Is this everything you dreamed of and more?" I asked, glancing at her.We were sitting at the royal table in the garden. She was watching everyone drinking and mingling together."Very much so." She smiled, leaning her head on my shoulder.Lila wanted to make sure Elias was ok before we went ahead with the ceremony. If she had her own way, the ceremony would have been next week, not two days later. Her parents have to return to the pack, and Elias has been demanding we go ahead with the ceremony every day, so she gave in.Ayla had done a perfect job with the decorations for the ceremony celebration. There is a huge white gazebo filling the whole of the garden. Surrounding our long table are white-clothed round tables scattered around. Sparkling hanging lights were hanging from the inside of the gazebo and hanging off the trees and bushes.Apparently, this isn't a usual conventional way to celebrate a coronation. Darius, who scolded me for still calli
#Chapter271Lila's POV - 5 Months Later."You're going to wear yourself out, Lila," Mum sighed. "You know you're supposed to be resting." My mum scolded, trying to usher me back to bed."This is the fourth false alarm," I growled, pacing back and forth across my bedroom floor.She rolled her eyes at me and chuckled. She grabbed my arm gently and stopped in front of me. "It'll happen, Darling. You can't force it.""I had hoped it would only be two months," I grumbled. "It's been fucking five."I sagged against the wardrobe and lolled my head back against the door. "I'm exhausted."Alarix poked his head around the open door and scanned his eyes around until they landed on me. "How are you feeling, beautiful?"I smiled at him and nodded. "Tired."I roamed my eyes over him and sucked in a breath. He was wearing his official royal suit, and he looked absolutely amazing. I don't think I'll ever get used to seeing him all dressed up and... royal.It was such a fucking turn on, and
#Chapter272Alarix's POV - One Year Later.Athan picked up a piece of paper from my desk and sighed. "How many do we have now?" He queried.I looked up from the file I was reading and glanced at another on my desk. "Twenty three packs, sixteen clans and... nine covens," I replied as I set down the file.I groaned, hanging my head against my chair. "Wolves are easy to reach. They listen because Lila is a wolf and Leon is an alpha." I mumbled. "Vampires and witches, not so straightforward." "Everyone has been intimidated by Lilith and our parents so much that they won't speak to us," Athan grunted. "If they listen to what we have to say, they would know we are on their side... We aren't a threat.""Elias and the rest of the warlocks are gathering as many witches and warlocks as possible. It's not easy when everyone is wary of warlocks, "I sighed. "Once more and more vampires learn I am an actual royal and not simply taking over from Darius, they might be a little more indulgent
#Chapter273Levi's POV"Yes, I will." Elias and I reacted together.My dad laughed and shook his head. "You're supposed to answer separately, but I guess that works." He grinned with a shrug.I smiled lovingly at Elias as we stood on stage in front of the whole pack. I've longed for this day. The day I take my rightful place as their alpha, making my vow and promise to every family member in our pack. And most importantly, Elias stands by my side, my equal partner in everything.To ensure Ryder, Alora and Corbon are safe, the usual extensive celebration isn't happening. We are keeping it private, close-knit; only the pack and members of KS Guidance are here because they are trusted."If you could both turn to me," Dad instructed.The only thing left to do was combine our blood with my dad's. My dad wasn't alpha born, so when he took over from Dominic Knight and Caleb Stone, he had to mix his blood with theirs so that the pack felt my dad's wolf as their alpha.We held our han