Chapter 9 True Intent Shade sits on his makeshift throne, waiting for them to arrive. They have no clue that he has taken Brent captive to lure Raven into his clutches. Shade's obsession with Raven's beauty and power is legendary, and he'll stop at nothing to possess her. As Lyra, Kie, Raven, Lucas, Jameson, Sam, and Asher approach Shades underground bunkers, they can feel the darkness emanating from within. But there are little to no guards outside. . "This feels like a trap," Kie says and Asher agrees with him. The air is thick with malevolent energy, and Lyra's heart races with anticipation and fear Kie informs the group That his Father Niklaus and his warriors will be here soon, a sigh of relief is heard throughout the group, but we can't wait.. we have to go in now.. upon entering the the bunkers, they're met by Shade's minions, who sneer at Kie and Lyra but tremble at Asher's presence. It becomes clear that Asher has a complicated history with Shade. They fight their way dee
Chapter 10 Passionate Lovers The next day... Kie waits to hear back from Sam and Asher. I walk in and fill him in, "Brent is out of the hospital and completely healed." "What is this Doctor's name that is working with all species? She seems amazing." he hugs me and gives me a tender kisses. " Well, my lover boy, I giggle, " Her name is Dr. Brooks and she is a specialist in Non-Human Patients." Just as he was about to take me to bed and ravish me. His phone rings... "Sam, what's going on? Did you get them? " Yes Sir, we got them all, where do you want us to bring them?" bring them here, to the Towers, Raven and I are on our way now." he motions for me to call for his other limo. " We will meet you all there in the lobby." Sam had called for fourteen more limos to bring them all to their new homes at the Towers. Some needed medical care, and others were very weak from not eating well. Some of the adults were blinded by the light, Dr Brook had given them the serum so that they could
Chapter 11 The House of Maya Sunrise Kie strides into his office, his confident gait and piercing gaze commanding attention and the smile on his face says last night was very pleasing. Sam, his trusted advisor, awaits him with a grin. "Kie, the Vampire Council has reached out to you," Sam announces, his voice low and serious. "They wish to discuss the recent... developments." Kie's lips curve into a sly smile. "Ah, yes. I've been expecting their call. Shade's defeat and subsequent hiding have left a power vacuum, and they need a new king to maintain order." Sam nods, his eyes gleaming with pride. "And they believe you're the ideal candidate, Kie. Your father will be very proud of your accomplishments." Kie's smile widens. "Indeed. I've surpassed even his expectations. Defeating Shade and shattering his hold on the kingdom was just the beginning. Now, it's time for me to take my rightful place as the new Vampire King of this area." He stares out the high-rise window of his office s
Chapter 12 Wedding Plans Two years have passed since Kieran became King. Much has changed He is loved by all, and I am now accepted as his consort. Lyra and Brent's union was accepted also after a heated debate. They agreed that Dr Brooks, who was admired among the vampires, would oversee any developments. With all that in place, Kie was ready.. He casually informs me that it's his birthday and that Lyra has arranged a formal gathering for tonight. "Now why didn't I know this was your birthday?" I questioned annoyed. " Well my dear, you never asked." "I have to go shopping," I said on my way out the door. "See you tonight love." he waves as he continues with his paperwork. After I'm gone, Kie calls Lyra to make sure everything is ready. She says that they are almost done and that it will all be ready on time. "Happy birthday, Kie!" she added with a smile.*Niklaus*Niklaus hears the news and with great sadness, he wonders how he'll ever have his mate now! She doesn't even know th
Chapter 13 Wedding day Shade saw how easy it was to get into the tower, but when he saw all of the Vampire council there and that NiKlaus might be here soon, he decided to wait a little longer to put his plan into action and left the area. He had been thinking about her past he knew who her real parents were. She's not just a Witch she comes from a long line of Shamans, She's a full-blood Apache who he has stolen with her older brother when they were just toddlers. No one is aware of who took them, they ended up in an orphanage because he hates children. It's believed that their parent Rose StormCloud had angered a neighboring tribal shaman and he took them. He had located her aging mother and had been watching her closely. Mrs. Rose StormCloud knew the demon man was out there but didn't know why. She asked Chief EagleWings to do a sweat-lodge for answers and in her vision, she saw her babies growing up together in a strange house. Her heart cried with joy that they were alive. Then
Chapter 14 A Mother's Journey Three months later.. Rose and Alma arrive on the bus into the Historic city of New Orleans. The air is sweet with a hint of magic the city is known for. They gather their bags and wave down a taxi to their rooms, which the tribal elders had booked in advance. "Do you think they even know that they were adopted?" Rose asked Alma as they entered their room. "I'm sure they do, my grandson looked up King Kieran and found out the name of his bride, he found out that she was adopted at a young age, with her brother. They both stayed together throughout the whole time. He even found a picture of them on the internet." she took it out of her purse and handed it to Rose as they sat on their beds. "She looks just like you when we were young," she said. Rose couldn't take her eyes off of the picture of me and Lucas when we were about six years old. We were holding hands and smiling, Rose had tears streaming down her face. "It's gonna be ok sis, We're going to sa
Chapter 15 New powers After a long tearful reunion, Rose, Alma, and Lucas followed me into the kitchen as I made some coffee. There were so many questions. Rose and our Great-Aunt Alma tried to answer as many as they could, but then Rose's words became laced with urgency and love, as she put her coffee mug down on the table. "Raven, my daughter, you are a powerful Shaman but you're in grave danger. A demon seeks to destroy your child, a powerful demon. You must leave the king's side and come with me to our reservation. We will protect all three of you, there." "Shaman?" I asked. "Yes, you both come from a very long line of Shamans. "That explains a lot," Lucas says. "And why do I need to leave Kie?" I was confused. Rose explained that Kieran would never let me leave him if he knew about the child I was carrying and if I stayed the demon would kill us all."He wants to kill your baby, so he can have you for himself to harness your power. your union between a Shaman and a Vampire m
Chapter 16 Hard Choises We all ride together over to the Hotel as Lucas fills him in on what's been happening. Brent pulls me in for a big Hug as he congratulates me on being pregnant."I knew he was a demon when he held me captive, I saw him shift when he was torturing me. That's how he was able to overpower me, even in my Grizzly form. He said some demonic words that kelp me from shifting back to my human form. He had me chained to the walls as he drew my blood." While he spoke I relived my night terrors, I was becoming aware that my mother was right. I must protect my baby girl at all costs and if leaving Kie will keep him alive. Then that's what I must do.I needed to trust my mother and leave with her, ensuring the safety of my unborn baby girl. I placed my hand on my belly and smiled with the knowledge that my baby was a girl and she immediately heard a tiny voice *Bella* I was shocked. "Who said that?" "I'm seriously going insane!" I shake my head."No, we heard it too!" Bren