Lyra’s POV We carried the stuff towards a cluster of trailers waiting for rentals. There was a tiny cabin nearby raised above the ground level with a man fixing its window. He grinned at the sight of us approaching him. “Hey, can we get a trailer for a couple of days?” asked Leandros. The man grinned, baring his yellow teeth, and nodded readily. “Sure, but I accept only cash!” He checked Leandros out to ensure he could pay him. “How much?” The man quoted a price, and Leandros paid him the full amount for two days. “If we extend our stay, I’ll pay the rest when we check out.” The man looked too pleased with the money to pay any heed to us. He handed us the keys to the trailer I wanted, and we headed there. “There’s a snowstorm brewing up. You might want to get some supplies beforehand!” he yelled after us. “Sure we will. Thanks for the information!” yelled back Leandros. He unlocked the trailer, and I went inside to check it out. There were four bunk beds and my cheeks flushed w
Leandros’s POV “I’ll thank you when the time is right, Leandros. Right now, I’m a little disturbed. Once the blizzard stops, you can dump me anywhere and go back to Lucania. I’m sorry for the trouble I caused you.” I watched her get up and go towards the bunk beds. I wanted to hold her close and tell her I didn’t want her to go back. I wanted to stay with her, protect her, and take care of her forever. It was just a matter of four months! I wanted to hide her for four months. Not once did I regret choosing my mate’s safety over my pack’s. I wanted to tell Lyra, but what if I lose my restraint in such a close environment?I didn’t want to take advantage of her innocence. I might be a reckless wolf, but I wasn’t a feral one, and I treasured my mate more than anyone else in the world. She was mine to cherish. The noises outside alerted me. As long as the blizzard went on, we were safe from the Flame Hounds, but what about the stalker in the white Chevrolet? Who could he be? What mot
Lyra’s POV I woke up the next morning to a pale light filtering through the window! Was the sun up already? Had the blizzard stopped? I sat up and looked around the vehicle. There was no sign of Leandros anywhere. After promising me a dreamy future, did he leave me alone here? Panic settled in my heart and I got up. Quickly freshening up in the tiny washroom, I opened the door to look around. To my immense relief, I saw Leandros chatting with our neighbors outside their trailer. He smiled when he saw me, leaving them and walking up to me. “Good morning, sleepyhead!” I rolled my eyes and got down to soak in some sunshine. “Good morning!” I gazed around the snowy terrain, sparkling under the morning sun. I wondered if he remembered his promise of a date. “Just the weather to go out. Don’t you think so?” I had to remind him in case he forgot about it. “All roads are blocked, little mate. I’m yet to buy a chopper.” He winked and walked away towards the little cabin where the manager
Lyra’s POV I cupped his cheek lovingly as I gazed into his eyes. Yes, I intended to kiss him to thank him for the best day of my life in two long years. I could relive my childhood! It wasn’t a romantic date in the genuine sense of the term, but it was the best. I got to do what I loved with my mate by my side. It was much more than I had ever dreamed. He stood like a statue, his eyes dark and brooding as he watched me. I didn’t mind this time when he didn’t cooperate. I wasn’t doing this to receive my first kiss from him, but to show him how much his thoughtfulness meant to me. Would he read the feelings I nurtured for him in my heart? Would he know how much I loved him? I couldn’t confess, but I could definitely show him through my actions. I closed the distance between us confidently but blushed as I met his fiery, unwavering gaze. Yet I didn’t move away. I would kiss him and that was final. To hell with my resolution! “Thank you for the wonderful date, Leandros. It was speci
Leandros’s POV I was going through shit, trying to restrain myself around her. It was the toughest battle of my life to stay sane and protect her with everything I had. I couldn’t lose focus when there were unknown enemies lurking around. Lyra made it even more difficult for me. I knew she was hurting from my rejection, but I couldn’t take advantage of her now. She was still underage, and I wasn’t a monster. How would I face her uncle and seek his permission, knowing I had taken undue advantage of her innocence? I was a passionate wolf, and I had no way to console her without giving in to her seduction. It made her more determined. I knew her nature too well. After her explosive kiss, I shifted and let a frustrated Leo take over. We ran around the vicinity of the trailer, all the while keeping an eye on my mate without her knowledge. The blizzard might have temporarily driven away the stalkers, and I was glad. But I knew it was momentary. We had to move away from here before they r
Leandros’s POV “Oh, and my uncle Felixe?” she gasped with horror as we hurried to the helipad to board the copter and return to Wrigley.“I’m sure he’s busy looking for Derrick. No wonder he hasn’t arrived here to separate us.” I could understand now how much Lyra’s life was in danger. We couldn’t afford to roam around anymore. This was a temporary relief since the roads were still blocked. Soon, the stalkers would be back. “Now, what will we do, Leandros?” I hated the scared look on her face. I wished I could rescue her forever. “We’ll wait for the roads to clear up and go to Lucania if Zephyrus allows us.” It was the only option we had to survive. Lucania was the safest place since the security was too tight and everyone feared Zephyrus, even Alpha Ambrose.“What if he doesn’t? What if he punishes you?” I shrugged since I hadn’t thought that far. I couldn’t think of a life without Zephyrus, Alexandrios, and Stavros since I grew up with them. They were my family for the last twenty
Leandros’s POV With Lyra safely locked in the trailer, I shifted and let Leo take over. We ran across the snowy terrain, all around the trailer, increasing the radius every time. Nor for once did I let the trailer out of sight. My precious mate was there and I could do anything to protect her. I could clearly get the scent of strange wolves in the area. They were hiding, camouflaged behind the craggy rocks of the Franklin Mountains, but they were there. I snarled as I marked the territory around the trailer, ready to rip apart whoever it was. No one came forward to confront me. I saw a shadowy creature dash higher up the mountains, but I couldn’t follow it, leaving my mate behind. Not even the green-eyed stalker emerged from his hiding place to face me. It was difficult to know if he was a separate entity or with the Flame Hounds. What did they need from us? I knew I was wasting my time. They wouldn’t face me and even if they did, I wasn’t equipped to defeat the fire-snapping Fl
Lyra’s POV I watched Leandros disappear behind a trailer. With so much to pack up, there wasn’t a minute to spare. I walked away from the window and concentrated on the task at hand. How would we take back so many food supplies with us? I was at my wit’s end now. With only a rucksack and a few carry bags, I had nothing with me. I was so engrossed in packing that I completely forgot to lock the door after Leandros left. The door opened, and I smiled, knowing he was back to help me. It was now a matter of a few minutes before we left this place and started afresh in his village, Lucania. I felt excited at the prospect of going home. “You’re back already? Now help me pack, Leandros,” I ordered him without turning to check. A strange scratching noise behind me alerted me instead. Wasn’t it the same sound I heard outside our trailer last night? Panic settled in my heart, and I knew who was behind me. My worst fears had come true all because of my foolishness. Why didn’t I lock the doo