#Chapter61I can't even get any peace. Five times someone has come into the room, clanged the crate then just taken off. I'm exhausted, I just wanna sleep. I closed my eyes, yearning to be left alone. The door swung open, banging against the wall. I groaned loudly and thrust my foot against the bars."Can't you just leave me alone for 5 minutes?" I growled. I heard a high pitched giggle sound out in the room, "Didn't your daddy tell you to not come in here alone?" I cackled. I strained my neck to look at her and she was smiling at me. She came over to the crate and sat crossed-legged on the floor."I heard you killed your mum, that must have been hard." She muttered, staring at the floor. "Not really. I mean, sure it was harder because I couldn't shift but I managed just fine." I sassed. She sighed and brushed her hand through her hair. "Are you here for any specific reason?" I snapped.She took a deep breath then sighed. "Can't you have a serious conversation?" She mumbled. I chuc
#Chapter62Rhydian's POV.I feel so proud right now. Not only are the warriors here but there are pack members that haven't ever been in a fight before. They aren't physically trained but they're putting Amaris's life ahead of their own.Tristan, Lucas and Alex are running in wolf form to my right with Ezra, Elijah and Drake to my left. Seeing Alex in wolf form makes me miss Amaris even more. They're identical, I couldn't tell them apart if I tried."Amaris can't control it, can she?" Alex's voice popped into my head. I stumbled forward a little, I wasn't expecting to hear him. I mean, of course, he can mindlink..."She's starting to a little but not really. You can turn it on and off, can't you?" I replied."When my emotions are high then no, I can't. I can call it forward, so to speak. Apollo and I become one, I'm the wolf." He explained.I'm so glad Amaris has Alex back. Not only because he's family but he can help her with her Dark Wolf too."Just up ahead," Alex announced.
#Chapter63"Rhydian..." Alex rested his hand on my wolf's shoulder. I couldn't take my eyes off all the blood. There was so much of it, the little crate was open wide, there were bits of skin and fur stuck to the bars. Alex stepped in front of me and crouched down. "Rhydian, we need to find her." He mentioned, "She's not here, but she's hurt or-" I growled preventing him from finishing that sentence. His eyes flashed red at me and I took a deep breath. "Listen..." He growled, "If she shifted in that crate, she's going to need help." He snapped. "I know she's your mate..." He hesitated, "But, she's my sister." He glanced down at the floor. "I haven't been there for her, I want to make up for that by helping her now." He whimpered. "No matter where she is or how she is." He added. "How did you have the dart?" I questioned. His eyes snapped to mine, he was rocking back and forth on his heels trying to keep his balance. "We don't have time for that." He muttered. "Answer me," I roared
#Chapter64"Any change with him?" Lucas inquired standing in the doorway of the hospital room. I shook my head and looked back at Rhydian. He was hooked up to so many machines. There were wires all over his body. Lucas hummed and came further into the room. "Have you spoken to Alex?" He queried as he settled into the chair opposite me next to Rhydian's bed. I shook my head but kept my eyes on Rhydian. Lucas sighed and ran his hands through his hair. "How did you get out?" He asked. I took a deep breath and peered over at Lucas. After Malia told me about Alex being alive, my emotions were all over the place. Aurora finally came back, I couldn't shut my mind off. I was questioning everything. I couldn't stop it, I started to shift and no matter what I did it was happening. I had half shifted but because of the crate, I couldn't complete it. My bones were popping out in different directions. Even after I told Malia to go, she came back with the keys. I had to force myself out of the cr
#Chapter65I pulled away from Alex and wiped my eyes. I smiled at him, "I can't believe you're really here." I mused. He chuckled and nodded. He led me towards a sofa next to a window. I sat down with him taking a seat next to me. "So, I know the basics of what happened to you. Malia told me." I muttered. "I felt you die, well not die but I felt what I thought was you dying," I whispered. "I don't remember everything I've been through. Bits and pieces are missing, but I know the main things." He explained. "Rhydian said something while we were looking for you... He said that Selena had been provoking you since you came back." He pondered, "Where have you been? I know Rhydian's your mate but you aren't marked... How is he the Alpha?" He asked, looking confused.I took a deep breath and sighed. "I need to start from the beginning," I stated, he nodded and kept his gaze on me. I told him everything, by the end, I was sobbing quietly. He threw his arms around me and sniffled. "I'm so sor
#Chapter66I'm too hot, Rhydian's arm is securely around my waist hugging me tightly against him. I wiggled, trying to get out of his hold. I don't remember falling asleep and I certainly don't remember getting into bed with him. I fluttered my eyes open and glanced around the room, I'm still in the pack hospital with him. I sighed and peered over my shoulder.He looked relaxed, his lips were parted slightly blowing puffs of air at me. His hair was messy, coming down in small waves over his eyes. I giggled quietly and attempted to move again. He moaned and tightened his hold on me. I huffed and tucked my arm under his, trying to lift it off of me. "Go back to sleep, Red." He groaned. I chuckled and wriggled again. "And for the love of our Goddess, stop shaking your behind against me." He whined. I stilled and felt something hard push against me, I thrust myself forward, rolling entirely off the bed. I landed with a thump and groaned. A stifled chuckle filled the room. I yanked myse
#Chapter67After Ezra walked in on Rhydian and me, I left them to sort pack business when Lucas turned up and Ezra felt the need to tell Lucas what he had walked in on. I had to get out of there before Lucas started questioning me and making a big deal out of nothing. 'It is a big deal. We could have had sex.' Aurora groaned. 'Oh my god, no. Rhydian said we weren't completing the bond in the hospital.' I rolled my eyes as I switched the shower on. 'But you wanted to. Don't forget I am you too.' She answered back sarcastically. I shut her out for a bit while I got in the shower. I do want to complete the bond. I want to be fully Rhydian's. But I'm still nervous, I will be until we actually do it... I guess. I need to do more research, actually, I'll talk to Ria then at least she will tell me without sugar-coating it and she'll be able to tell me about the marking too."Hey, are you having breakfast at the packhouse?" Alex's voice popped up in my head and I squealed. I don't th
#Chapter68As we arrived in the middle of a clearing, we stopped and turned to Cory. "Are you sure? We can always come back another day?" I asked. I don't want to overwhelm the poor boy, I don't know if he was told about my wolf. Meeting one Dark Wolf can be scary enough without having to meet two. Cory shook his head and smiled, "I want to meet them." He answered. I took a deep breath and sighed before looking over at Alex. "Did your mum or dad ever tell you about Amaris's wolf?" Alex questioned. Cory nodded and looked back at me. "I know your wolf is special, I can't remember what they called you but I'm not afraid." He stated. "Wait, a Dark Wolf." He restated. We both nodded. "I'm a Dark Wolf too," Alex announced. Cory's eyes lit up, "Really? That's so cool. I'll be fine meeting them, I promise." He exclaimed.We stepped back and started towards the trees. "Wait!" Cory called out. "You can shift in front of me, I know you don't need to take your clothes off that's one thing my dad
#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