Frustrated with both of them, Atlas used his hands to express that they both were in a loving relationship. He avoided mentioning Gian for fear they wouldn't believe him. Explaining everything that had happened to the couple in great detail, he was sure to include the things Lucifer had done. Atlas stressed to Faelon that he had screwed him over big-time. Faelon kept shaking his head with a frown on his face."I cannot have a mate, why would I have one now after so many years as it is FORBIDDEN!" he snarled. Sophia was looking at him and shuddered over his venomous disposition. Thankfully Phil had arrived and knocked before entering. Eyeing Faelon, Sophia's lips curled as an idea came to her. Jumping from the couch, Sophia flung herself onto Phil, giving him a tight hug with her legs wrapped around his midsection. She proceeded to kiss him on his cheek. "Wow, it's nice to see you again too, Sophia," Phil said with a wide grin. He was holding her up and staring intently at her. Hearin
"Do you have paper and a pen? I feel finding my replacement is a wise way to appease the devil and need to write down possible candidates," Faelon stated as he hugged Sophia. "Shouldn't we find our child first?" She questioned sadly. "If we do that Lucifer would just take him again. If he is safe where he is, it is smarter to leave him there for now," he replied bitterly. Pulling on his hand, Sophia suggested that they go speak with Phil. Salis had returned to Lucifer and the devil glanced at him with narrowed eyes. "Has he vanished again?" Lucifer inquired and Salis nodded. Resting his face into his hands, Lucifer wished Michael was there to speak with. "You did tamper with the terms of the contract you had him sign, boss. Perhaps you should work with Faelon's desires instead of against them. He's much too stubborn to follow your rules," Salis stated bluntly. "He also carries virtuous qualities and would sacrifice himself for his mate and child, he has proven that much already
Inhaling sharply, Salis paused outside the devil's office door to collect his thoughts and mask his deception. He was mildly concerned about Faelon locating his son. The child wouldn't have a clue who his father was and would want to remain where he was. The child's adopted family would be easy to locate but without a first name more difficult. Salis cursed himself for giving Faelon, Gian's new last name. He hadn't realized that they were a royal descendant. Hearing a shout to enter, Salis opened the door and put on his stoic look."You are far too quick with your work, right hand. Yet no child's soul has graced my soul river," Lucifer grunted bitterly. Nodding his head, Salis sat down before his master and tilted his head."The boy is much like his father and after I slit his throat grew frantic. He ended up frying his own heart with his hellfire. His soul rushed off from the reaper that had appeared to collect it. It was insanity, boss," Salis stated assuredly. Rubbing his hands vig
Feeling her anger, Faelon sighed at the look Sophia was giving him."I'm going to go visit some Alphas that I know in Northern Russia to see if they're familiar with Ivan Baranov. I will leave when the sun sets for the time difference. You should get a hold of Phil to see what documents he wishes to show you as I'm certain Otis's corpse has been discovered by now," he said softly to Sophia."I can take you over to the hotel. I'm sure Phil is staying there in one of the rooms," Atlas interjected, causing Faelon to mumble his thanks. Sophia nodded but insisted that she shower and change first and headed to the bathroom. Once the door shut to the bathroom, Atlas side-eyed Faelon."What are you planning?" He asked curiously. Shaking his head, Faelon frowned."I'm thinking about leaving my son with Ivan but first I want to know if he is a good and decent fellow. Since Gian has a wolf, he's better off being with others of his kind," he said sullenly. Shocked by that, Atlas simply nodded."I
Sophia appeared in the middle of her home and turned to look for her mate. Once seeing him standing in her kitchen she rushed into his arms and began talking rapidly. Faelon placed his jewelry box down on the table as she approached him in a frantic state. "Let's go to Russia and find our son right now!" She snapped and Faelon eyed Atlas who was answering his cell phone that began ringing. Looking into her frightened eyes, Faelon asked what was going on. "Demons and pictures of me with a bloody knife holding Randall's decapitated head," she muttered worriedly. Her fingers were clasped around a tan folder. Furrowing his brow, Faelon hugged her to his chest and told her to calm herself. "I took the pictures with the file," Sophia muttered sourly with the folder pressed against her and Faelon's chest. "Nothing is going to happen to you that I can and will promise you," Faelon stated assuredly and glanced yet again at Atlas. The reaper pointed down at Sophia's feet where the photograph
Walking into the stunning living room Sophia was passing by a large mirror hanging on the wall and paused. Turning to face herself, she frowned as her fingers touched the puckered scar tissue on her face. It was less than it had been but still noticeable to her keen eyes and she frowned. "I'm still a hideous monster," she mumbled sadly. Faelon went to stand behind her and rested his chin on her shoulder. "You are very beautiful, Sophia. I can see you beyond that which is visible on the outside," he said sincerely and pecked her cheek. Side-eyeing him she grinned. "You make me feel lovely with your kind words," she sighed and kissed him lightly on the lips. A man was sitting on the couch in the room that they had not noticed making an annoyed grunt sound. "The unattainable Faelon is frolicking with a female, remarkable," he said firmly. Sophia watched Faelon grin and turn to his side. "Why are you being a creep, Adrian?" He questioned. Peeking behind Faelon, Sophia's eyes wide
Feeling overly emotional, Sophia sat back down on the bench she had been on earlier and observed her son. She was feeling devastated and heartbroken as she watched him goofing around with Sasha. The pair were close and behaved like siblings but of course, they weren't. She turned to Faelon, placing his hand on her shoulder. Looking up at him, she wiped the moisture collecting in her eyes. "I know this is tragic, Sophia but it's what is best for our son," Faelon said solemnly then pressed his forehead to hers. Jinx announced that the meal was prepared and for Faelon to direct everyone to the dining room. Offering his hand to Sophia, Faelon escorted her as the others followed them back into the Alpha's house. Several of the small brownies were trudging about carrying dishes into a large room. With wide eyes, Sophia made a sound of approval at glimpsing the large prepared table. "Fancy," she murmured. "Sit with me," Sasha said firmly to Zaika. He obliged and pulled a chair out for her
Feeling her pain, Faelon sighed. "I know it sucks but I also know that our boy is alive and that is much better than him being dead," he told her while squeezing her hands in his. Nodding her head, Sophia continued to cast her eyes downward. "You are correct, I pray that we will be blessed to be able to raise the little one growing in my womb," she mumbled softly, gazing up into his compassionate eyes. Atlas, who had listened to their exchange, came to their side and placed his hands on each of their backs. "Keep all thoughts of sorrow and negativity from your minds when you reach the island. Let go of your troubles and have fun. Also, give me the coordinates of where Gian is so I can keep an eye on him for you both," Atlas said with a smile. "Gian is called Zaika Baranov now and is staying at Ivan Baranov's estate an hour south of my parent's," Faelon informed him. "You have never met Ivan before?" He questioned curiously and Faelon shook his head. "He is new to the area," he ex
Exiting Aira's bedroom, Hoka looked at all the concerned faces."The soul split worked as they were already soulmates. Salis's injuries are bad and I countered the black Magik but at a price," He stated plainly. Grabbing his upper arms firmly, Faelon looked directly into his eyes."What price?" He inquired. Narrowing his eyes, Hoka exhaled deeply."I used a lot of energy so I am weak for the moment and need my mate," he muttered hoarsely. Faelon caught him before he fell from exhaustion."Atlas! Go get your brother's husband!" Faelon shouted."Geesh loud mouth, I'm standing right here. Give me him and I will transport him to the guest house," Atlas grunted in annoyance. Looking sheepishly at the reaper, Faelon told him he was sorry. Laughing lightly, Atlas side-eyed him."You are always a sorry sot," he teased then vanished with his brother. Faelon could hear Sophia giggling and glanced over at her."Are you going to accept Salis as your daughter's mate?" She questioned curiously. "I
Frustration filled Faelon's mind as Aira ignored him completely. Aira jerked her arm from his grasp once they reappeared inside the house. She rushed up the stairs to her bedroom holding her hands to her chest weeping. Atlas was glaring at him and so was his son Asher."You should tell him what you saw in Salis's mind," Asher stated bluntly. Shaking his head, Atlas side-eyed Faelon."That bullheaded ass won't listen to me. He was raised by Lucifer and is just like him," he spat. "My mother will convince him. She looked shocked after what you told her," Atlas mumbled softly. Rolling his eyes at them both, Faelon frowned and searched for Sophia. Finding her sitting in the living room. She rushed up to him in concern."Did you find our daughter?" She asked curiously and he nodded. Faelon crushed Sophia to his chest in need of her love."I feel terrible, Aira is devastated by the absence of that bastard. Yet I am honor bound to take his life," he cursed."Why can't we just live in peace,
Appearing in her mother's room, Aira was crying happy tears seeing her Father kissing her mom passionately. Asher was standing there and glanced at his sister with a big grin on his face."Come meet our mother, sis. Well, whenever Father lets her up for air," he chuckled. Putting her hands up over her open mouth, Aira moved quickly to her parent's side. "Faelon, let me meet my grown children," Sophia mumbled softly. Sophia ran her thumbs across both the names on Faelon's cheek and frowned."These will be removed," she said confidently and looked at Aira as she started to smile. Glancing between both of her children, Sophia laughed lightly."You're both so bright and beautiful!" Sophia gasped as she pulled them both into her arms and hugged them tightly."Sorry for killing you during our birth," Asher stated bluntly. Sophia ruffled his hair and laughed."I'm very well and alive, son. Daughter, you are stunning," Sophia said softly, gathering Aira into her arms and giving her a motherl
Not getting to enjoy the afternoon with his children on the beach, Faelon sat before Gabriel instead. Showing the angel his father's name upon his hand he furrowed his brow in protest."I will not take the life of the one who gave me life," he said firmly and Gabriel eyed him callously."Even if he betrays you?" Gabriel asserted. Rolling his eyes, Faelon shook his head."He won't since he has disowned me due to his belief that I'm a traitor," Faelon growled bitterly. Hoka, who was overhearing their conversation, chuckled as he offered a drink to the large Archangel. When he turned to Faelon he cleared his throat."My mate said that you and your family can stay here as long as you like since we have a cozy guest house on the other side of the island with a private beach we can stay at," Hoka stated happily. Raising his brow in surprise, Faelon smiled happily and nodded."That would be great but it will only be until I remove all the names from my flesh," Faelon said sternly. Chuckling
Appearing in a dark alley full of clutter and trash bins, Faelon glanced up at the huge concrete buildings of the city. "Phil works in this building here," Atlas grunted, placing his palm against the side of the skyscraper. "Fantastic," Faelon stated as he looked down at his bare feet and shook out his tousled hair. "We look like mongrels, buddy," Atlas snorted. Shaking his head at the reaper, Faelon looked down the alley and noticed a door off the parking lot. "Let's go through the back so we draw less attention," he mumbled sourly as he started toward it. "Wait! Give me a moment. I can just transport us to his office once I find it," Atlas answered nonchalantly as he closed his eyes and pressed harder on the building with both his hands. "He is alone, give me your hand," Atlas ordered. The pair appeared before a startled Phil. "Wow, I haven't seen either of you for over a year! What are you both doing here so early? And why are their names covering you?" Phil inquired as he
Laying beside Sophia, Faelon let all his worries drift away as he listened to her steady heartbeat in her chest. He hadn't meant to fall asleep and awoke to the sound of slamming doors, running feet, and joyous laughter. Cracking his eyes open to see a lamp lighting the room from a nightstand in the corner. His skin was itchy and he could make out golden-colored names written on his hands, forearms, and legs. Gabriel must have inked him in his sleep, he thought with a frown.He glanced up and cursed seeing Sophia's blood bag empty. Groaning, he sat up and realized that he was still only wearing his boxers. "I'm sure I was a comical sight to behold when I was pissed," he mused as he switched the empty bag with a full one from the cooler. After heading to the bathroom and dressing in his nicely washed and folded clothes he headed out into the living room to find out what was causing all the commotion. The house was completely dark except for nightlights that were placed strategically a
Listening to Sebastian yell at him about Atlas, Faelon felt even more like a piece of shit."You are my son's only friend and he values your friendship. Not only that but he begged Rai to keep him on both you and Sophia because he felt a kinship with you both," Sebastian huffed. With his head held low, Faelon frowned. He side-eyed Gabriel attaching tubes to force blood into Sophia. Turning back to Sebastian he exhaled deeply."I was too caught up in losing Sophia to consider another's feelings. It is irresponsible of me," he muttered in response."He is the only reason why Sophia has gotten a second chance," Sebastian asserted while raising his fist at Faelon. Nodding his head, Faelon excused himself as he transported himself back to the front of the house in Tucson and knocked on the door. His mind recalled that he had destroyed the room he was locked in and that he harmed Atlas in order to escape. If he had only believed what Atlas was trying to tell him. Feeling foolish now over his
Since he was refusing any company, Rai left Faelon in a back bedroom after Faelon demanded that Rai not say a word to him. Rai nodded and locked the door when he exited."I can try to speak with him. Perhaps he will listen to me due to our friendship," Atlas mumbled sadly."Put wards up so he cannot transport out of there. He won't listen to anyone at the moment. His grief is much too fresh," Rai answered sternly. Raising his arms, Atlas said the spell words as he moved his arms in the ancient pattern. Frowning he put his hands down at his side."I finished the spell. So what is Sebastian planning?" He inquired curiously. Gesturing for his son to follow, Rai took Atlas into the living room and told him to sit. Rai sat across from him and leaned forward resting his elbows on his knees."Sebastian plans on asking the angels to bring Sophia back and make her the guardian of Faelon," he said softly. Creasing his brow, Atlas whistled."But they are mates and that would make their relations
Later during the night, Sophia laying next to Faelon, watched her belly move from the growing infants within. She was struggling with a name she wished to call her daughter. "Are you still awake?" She questioned Faelon while nudging his side. Glowing eyes focused on her face."I am now, are you okay?" He asked worriedly. Nodding, Sophia told him she was."I was thinking about names. How about Asher and Aira?" She inquired. Chuckling, Faelon gathered her in his arms and kissed her cheek."That sounds perfect, my love," he growled low. Sophia nestled comfortably against his shoulder and grinned. She would remain positive and pray that it all worked out well. Faelon was staring up at the ceiling and swallowed his nerves. He couldn't shake the unease that filled his soul and heart. Closing his eyes Faelon once again fell to sleep. Sophia cracked her eyes open to see a woman gathering their soiled clothing from the floor. The quiet woman left with them and the used towels from the bathroo