Bellona PovI got to my office and I sat down. I looked through the contacts of the leaders of other kingdoms and I found king Orion’s contact. I breathe out because I honestly do not want to speak with him. He is a big flirt, and I don’t have time for flirting. “It won’t be that bad,” Axel said, smiling while Silver was frowning. Axel reminds me so much of Asher. They are both goofy and they always know what is going on in my mind. I still miss Asher every day, but hopefully he is in a better place. I dialed the number with the telephone and it took some time to ring before he picked it up. “Hello, King Orion speaking,” his hoarse, flirty voice said. King Orion is a handsome man, and he is currently 845 years old. But he looks and acts like a 21-year-old. Vampires don’t age and they are immortal. He is a very handsome man with pale skin. Women flock around him like flies. There are a lot of rumors going around about him impregnating several women from other kingdoms. Women can’t ju
Bellona PovI breathe out, walking to the kids. I sat on my throne, waiting for him to come. He is here to cause trouble, and I don't know why. I wonder why he decided to cause trouble today, of all days, on Dean’s birthday. I will make it up to him later. The door opened, and he strolled in like he owns the world. The music stopped as he walked inside, a mischievous smile on his face. “Bellona, ‘’ he said, spreading his arms widely. Archie and Dean walked to their throne and sat on it while the warriors surrounded the area. He walked closer to me and took my hand, kissing it softly.“How are you doing, my queen?” he asked, rubbing my hand. I snatched my hand away from him. “I did not invite you to my pup’s birthday, King Orion” I said, still seated. He smiled, standing straight. I can see his bloody fangs. I hope he did not drink out of my pack member’s blood. “Can’t I come and see the woman I love?” he asked. I can hear the whispers, making me glare at him in anger. I calmed myse
Bellona Pov“You should stop drinking that,” Silver said, still holding my hand. I looked up, and he was looking down at me, his blue orbs twirling in concern. I removed my hand from his. “You don’t tell me what to do,” I said, taking more sips. He sighed, sitting beside me. I could feel the hotness of his skin, so I moved away a little, taking more sips. We sat in silence while I continued taking my drink. I wonder what he is doing here. I just want a moment to myself, but obviously it’s too much to ask. Oh, curse my cruel fate, I thought, shaking my head. I have a feeling I am drunk.“You are drunk,” he suddenly says, making me roll my eyes. I ignored him. He snatched the bottle as I was about to take another swig. I turn to him, frowning.“What the hell is your problem?” I asked. “You are drunk,” he said. I frowned. “What does it matter to you? I can drink all the alcohol of this world if I want and it is none of your damn business,” I snapped. He gave me that look again, hurt a
Bellona PovIt’s been two hours. I spent 1 hour with Dean and Archie, then I took them to my mother. I packed my clothes and important things I will need for this trip. Now I am in the car with Silver and he is sitting in front of me. The fae kingdom is quite far from ours and it is going to take a 10 hour drive to get there. We can teleport, but I feel it’s more professional to go in a car than popping out of nowhere. I don’t know if this is how Silver will keep staring at me till we get there, but his stare is creeping me out. I squirm in my seat uncomfortably, I looked at him and he was still staring, making me remove my eyes from his intense eyes. When I couldn’t take it anymore, I decided to talk.“Can you stop?” I snapped, a frown on my face. “You look cute when you frown,” he said, smirking at me. I look at him speechless, then my frown deepens as I glare at him. I wonder what he is playing at. I ignore him, resting my head and closing my eyes. It was silent and peaceful for s
Bellona Pov“Why are you so stubborn, your majesty?” I heard Silver’s voice, making me turn back. He was sitting up on the bed, his back on the wall. The moonlight is on him as he stares at me with a smirk on his face. “Oh, you’re awake,” I said, awkwardly playing with my nails. I shouldn’t have come here. Now I am making myself look so stupid. Way to go to Bellona. I thought, biting my lips. “Can’t sleep?” he asked. I look up.“I am sorry for disturbing you,” I said, turning back to leave the room. “Wait” he said. I turned back, and he was standing up from the bed. He walked closer to me and stood in front of me.“What?” I asked. “I can’t sleep either. Wanna sit down and talk?” he asked. I think about it, well I am bored and sleep seems so far away and someone is offering me company.“Yeah, sure,” I said, walking to the balcony. I sat down on the chair, looking at the moon. He sat beside me and we both stared at the moon, quietly. It’s peaceful out here, full moon, cool breeze an
Bellona Pov“Ever thought of finding your mate?” he asked. I looked at him. He was also looking at me. His eyes heard curiosity. He also looked like it was a hard question to ask, like he didn’t want to know the answer, but he also wanted to know my response. I look away.“No, because I don’t need a mate,” I said. He breathed out. I don’t know if it was in relief or something.“Why, everyone needs a mate,” he said. I smiled.“Not everyone is destined for one,” I said. I could feel his eyes on me. “I think that is sad,” he said. “Do you think I am sad?” I asked. “I think you need a hug,” He said, wrapping his arms around me. I look down.“What are you doing?” I asked. “Well, as the Beta King of the werewolf kingdom, I think it is mandatory to always protect our queen, even from her feelings,“ he said, putting his head on mine. “And if she doesn’t need protection?” I asked. He started stroking my hair. “You don’t need protection because you are capable of protecting yourself. But
Bellona PovWe are still in the morning, but now I am in their training ground wearing my gym clothes. The males are standing in front of me, wearing their white attire.“How many men do you have?” I asked the guard beside me.“We have 15,000 men,” he replied. Okay, that is an acceptable amount. And they have power, so it will be easier to fight against the vampires. “Do you have the same powers, or are they different?” I asked. “Ordinary faes control either water or fire, but faes of higher-ranking control 2 elements,” he replied. “Okay, split the elements. Those with fire on one side, those with water on one side and those with 2 elements on one side,” I said. “Okay, your majesty,” he said, leaving. I watched as he separated them while Silver and my warriors stayed behind me. “I have done that, your majesty,” he said. “Okay, for today. I am training the fire elementals. Silver trains the water elementals combat fighting and Daniel trains half of the ones with two powers, while
Bellona Pov“Need a massage?” he asked, holding a bottle in his hand. I know the bottle contains massage oil. I have a feeling he is up to something and whatever he is up to, he should stop it.“No, thank you,” I said, going to my room. “You seemed stres…” I cut him off harshly.“I said no. Is that too much to understand?” I snapped. He looked at me, breathing out. I could see the anger in his eyes, but I glared at him, daring him to say one word. He looked away from my eyes, bowing his head. “I am sorry, your majesty,” he said. I scoffed, going to the room. I got to my room and removed my clothes, slumping on the bed.“You were a bit harsh on him,” Lila said. “What do you want me to do Lila, he got a mate and a pup? Are we going to put ourselves in that position? Then we have to amend what is broken all over again,” I said. “You were still too harsh. He is trying to get to know you because you haven’t been paying him more attention. He might think you hate him,” she said. “If th
Five Years LaterBellona Pov“Hayden!” I yelled, running around the house. I heard soft footsteps running around the dinning.“We do not have time for this. The ball is in a few hours!” I yelled, running around the dinning. I saw Hunter running to the hallway, but before he could move, I froze him. Then I turned around, and I saw Hayden and I also froze him. I breathed out in relief, walking to Hayden and Silver came inside with Dean. “They are not dressed yet?” he asked, shocked. He and Dean left us like 2 hours ago to make sure things were okay in the ballroom. He thought when he came back they would be dressed, but those two are the most energetic pups ever. Archie was not even that troublesome, but these two always make sure to keep me on my toes.“They have been running around since,” I said, carrying Hayden.“I don’t want to celebrate my birthday,” he whined.“Well, you have to. That is why you are a prince,” I said.“No birthdays,” he said, trying to sneak out of my arms.“Hayd
Third Person PovThe breeze blows gently against the high walls of the werewolf kingdom, the soft rain beating down the earth gently. It was a full moon tonight and everyone was in their homes, cuddled up with their mates and families. The night has been a long night for the people staying close to the palace as their queen has gone into labor since early morning. Everyone is worried and anxious as the queen cries of labor bounced off the palace walls. Werewolves’ births don’t usually take this long, but she has been in labor for more than 12 hours and, as each hour goes by, her screams are becoming more painful and filled with agony. Asher, Lillian and the pups are outside of the ward, and they are all pacing nervously. She has been in labor since and none of the child has come out, when the pain became unbearable for her Misha appeared. It’s like she just knew her struggles and she has been here since, helping her with the childbirth.“Why is it taking so long?” Bellona breathes
Third Person PovIt’s been a few hours since the war happened in the vampire kingdom and they are yet to be back. The time should be around 6 in the morning. Silver and the pups had freshened up, and Lillian cooked for them. They are waiting for Octavia to come back but Silver is itching to tell her about Asher but he can’t because she has to see him herself. She asked of Zira but he told her she was with Axel. He wondered what her reaction would be to Asher, but Silver knew it wouldn’t be good. “Why are you acting weird?” Lillian asked for the 100th time, looking at Silver puzzled. She noticed her brother has been pacing away quite a lot and also stealing glances at her.“I am not,” he replied. “Why are you looking at me weird, then? Is Zira okay?” she asked, looking at him. Silver shook his head, and Lillian cursed herself. She should have just followed them to the war, but Octavia didn’t allow her. She didn’t even allow her near the conference room when they were discussing the w
Trigger Warning almost at the end of the chapter!Third Person Pov“Missed me?” he asked, the familiar smirk still on his face. Bellona could not believe her eyes, no she refused to believe what she was seeing. I must be dreaming, she thought, pinching herself hard, hard enough to sting her to the bone, but she was not waking up from the dream. She closed her eyes, hoping they were not playing tricks on her, but when she opened it, he was still standing in front of her.“Asher,” she whispered, her voice filled with shock. The last time she saw him was in the cell and the next thing she heard of him was he was dead. Was he alive all this while? But she noticed another thing. He has changed, his hair is darker and longer. His ears are longer and sharp, he is taller and muscular. What shocked her was the giant black wings behind him. Instead of hands, he had claws and two long and fat horns sitting by the two angles of his head. His aura is also dark, like death, and when she smelled him,
Bellona PovIt has been 6 days since the death of Daniel. After Lillian was done with him, the warriors burnt his body and I think everyone respects Lillian better now. Well, that is the thing about us. To earn respect, you have to prove it and Lillian has proven herself of that respect. I did not tell Silver about his last words because I feel it’s irrelevant. He is already dead, so it’s better everyone move on from the betrayal and I think we all did because nobody is talking about him again. I stand in front of the mirror, looking at myself. The time is 4 ‘0 clock in the evening and we are about to move because we plan on attacking them in the night. Am I happy about this attack? Yes, I am. And why am I happy? Because in a few hours time I am going to kill a certain king and I don’t care how it will affect our kingdoms, he bit more than he can chew so he should expect the consequences.“We are waiting for you,” Silver voice cut me out of my thoughts. “Can you help me with this am
Bellona Pov“Yes, Daniel is a spy working for Malcom,” she said. My mouth hung opened in shock. Daniel? A spy? That can’t be possible.“Misha, are you sure? Daniel has been working for me for a long time,” I said. “He is working for you and also not working for you. He is part of the men that were working for Marcus. His loyalty lies with him,” she said. I tried to think of one time Daniel’s behavior was suspicious, but I can’t even think of one. He always seems like the protective big brother, but he has been betraying me all this while? My mouth opened and closed and no words came out. But I wanted to know something.“He also knew about the kidnapping?” I asked, feeling betrayed.“Yes, part of the people who suggested it,” she said, and my heart broke into pieces. This is the ultimate betrayal. I cared for him and treated him like a brother. I gave him whatever he asked of me, as long as he asked, but how could he betray me like this and he did it so well I didn’t even suspect him
Bellona PovWe entered her hut and took our seats in her special room. She sat in front of us and looked at Silver.“Glad to finally meet you,” she said, bowing a little. We both look at her. She doesn’t know him before. She must have just heard of him. “Glad to meet you too,” Silver said politely. She smiled.“Do you want to see your pups?” she asked. “Yes, we will love to,” I said. “Okay, face the mirror, ‘’ she said. I faced the blank mirror, and she flicked her arm and they appeared in the mirror. I smiled as I looked at the three of them. They are sitting on the bed, playing. They are surrounded by so many toys and they look healthy. I breathe out, relieved. They are perfectly okay and I can’t even see any injury to them.“Told you that picture was fake. They don’t even look like someone kidnapped them. They look so relaxed,” I said, smiling happily.“Your pups have been raining hell on them, especially Archie,” Misha said, and my smile widened. I expected nothing less from the
Bellona PovIt has been three days since I got back and not much has changed but today, however; I am on a mission to find Misha. The seal is enchanted, so if she can help me get the location, that would be awesome. Then I will get my pups and also rain hell on Orion. That plan sounds simple, but I know it’s not. I just hope Misha won’t start with her ridiculous game. I am a pregnant woman, so I hope that will stop her.“You ready?” Silver voice cut me out of my thoughts. I adjusted my gown, would have preferred to wear trousers, but I am bloated so nope.“Yes,” I said, walking out of the closet.“So, will your witch friend find the seal?” he asked. “Yes,” I replied.“How long have you known her for?” he asked, taking something off the wall.“Thousands of years? What is that?” I asked, looking at the iron log he pulled from the wall.“It’s a sword,” he said, bringing it out of the iron case. I looked at the sword, it looks lightweight and small, but the blades are looking incredibly
Bellona PovI chuckled, looking at him.“Me? Why would he want me after I turned him down millions of times and I think we all know I can’t just be tamed,” I said, rolling my eyes.“That is what I thought, until he sent this,” he said, giving me a picture. I looked at it and it was the pups. They were tied up in a chair and three vampires with long canines were beside them. I looked at their faces and it was red and swollen, like they had been crying. They were also bloody like they had been beaten. But something about this picture doesn’t add up. “This is quite interesting,” I said, looking at the picture. I can feel shocked faces on me. I looked at Zira and her eyes were blue, but I knew it is red. Archie can’t be tied up. He has powers and I know he can defend himself. Dean looks beaten and worn out and his eyes look bigger and red in tears, but the Dean I know has smaller eyes and he won’t cry outside no matter what someone does to him. I rolled my eyes, burning the picture.“Why