Chapter: 4.
*****A TRIP INTO THE PAST. PT:2.*****Conri was on a ground patrol with his Betas when he felt his chest burn and his ears pick up a sound from a distance and he followed it. He had only taken his first shift yesterday and he was in a good mood, happy to run with his wolf and to get used to him. His Lycan was different, and he loved that."Where are you going, Alpha Of Alphas?!" Collen called after him when he saw him take a different route. The Lycan didn't bother to reply and the Betas left him to wander.As if a certain voice called to him, Conri ran, shifting on the way and by the time he reached the source of the cries, he couldn't think straight. As if a fog had clogged his sense of reasoning, the Lycan went crazier by the second. Once he had freed the Kitten and saw him try to run away. Both man and Beast lost consciousness as they gave chase. Crushing and setting the forest aflame with rage and unimaginable craving.The desire to ram into the little kitten until he couldn't use his legs drove the Lycan mad. He craved the Cat something fierce. A tight feeling squeezed at his chest, making it impossible to breathe. He wanted him. He wanted him so badly that it scares him. He's never felt this burning desire before. He was on fire, literally and once the cat ran, he blanked.*******"Shift." He commanded the trapped Kitten and the cat obeyed. Shifting into his half-man half-tiger form, still, the Lycan was bigger. "Fuck..." The word felt like sin dripping into the cat's ears. "Who are you?" The Lycan demanded but didn't give the cat the chance to reply before he was biting into his neck, ripping him open, marking him.Fear gripped the tiger. He wasn't certain the Lycan is aware of his actions and the consequences they hold. He protested, he tried to fight him off but the Lycan was twice his size and he was helplessly drenched in weakness as his heat took over in full rage yet he didn't stop fighting the bigger male. Rafa unclenched his jaw and freed the Tiger's neck then very slowly licked him close, the full moon crawled out from the clouds, and the Lycan howled loudly. "You're mine now." With those words, the Lycan began to rip the Tiger's clothes apart against the Tiger's will leaving him naked and vulnerable before his hungry gaze."P-Please, Stop..." The Tiger cried weakly, he was soaking wet and the Alpha's pheromones weren't helping."You want me to stop, then stop drowning my senses with your pheromones, you're seducing me, aren't you, little kitten, you want me to touch you like this, huh!" A sharp pain stabbed through the tiger, tearing through his flesh and making him scream out in agony. The Lycan has impaled him with his and he wasn't pleased by it. His heat may have come suddenly, hell, he could even be his Mate but this wasn't how he envisioned his first time to be. He always wanted it to be special but this Beast wasn't thinking about him, no, he was only thinking about himself."You are mine, so don't you dare try anything else! Do you understand me, kitty?" The Lycan asked again but there was silence as he waited for a response. When none came he snarled and grabbed a handful of fur, pulling the cat to look him directly in the eye, his claws drawing little red lines across the cat's flesh. The tiger screamed in pain again, his body shook hard with every movement he made, every muscle twitching and spasming from the pain. "I said answer me! Don't make me repeat myself, kitty!""Yes, I'm yours. Now please stop hurting me!" The Cat whimpered, tears streaming down his cheeks. The Lycan grinned widely and leaned down to give the Tiger a feverish kiss before pushing him further onto the ground and thrusting deeper into the Cat. The Lycan's lips trailed down the Cat's torso, sucking at his chest and kissing swollen hard nipples while using his free hand to cup his cheek. His tongue traced it's way up to the Tiger's left ear. The Cat shuddered under his touch, arching his body upwards to meet the Lycan's Kisses, his lower half rolled, making the Lycan's monstrous cock dive deeper inside of him.The Lycan chuckled against the Cat's neck and moved closer to the Tiger's face, his hot breath fanning over the Tiger's cheeks. "So you want me to stop being rough." His voice deepened, sending shivers down the cat's spine. "But you won't allow me to do what I want. So here's another thing. You're not going to stop me from doing what I want, you belong to me, only me, I've marked both sides of your neck. You will obey me, yes?" He paused to feel the nod against his lips before continuing, he pulled away from the Cat, moving down to lick the marks left behind from his bite. "Good boy." The Lycan smiled before kissing the cat again but this time, with his mouth.The Tiger felt the Lycan smile against his lips, his tongue licking along his lips and the tiger responded immediately. Their tongues clashed together with passion and lust, their teeth nipping each other's lips, trying to break free from the other. The tiger moaned and arched his body in pleasure, his body shook violently as it started to fill with heat. A wave of pleasure washed over the cat, almost making him fall asleep right where he lay. But just as quickly as it came it stopped.His eyes snapped open when he felt the Lycan thrusting into him with reckless abandon, the beast didn't care if he hurt the cat. He had to claim him, no one would ever be allowed to touch him like this. He made sure he sealed the marks he's given him. The cat would wear his scent for the rest of his life, chasing all others away, trapping his heat from coming only when he is with him. His claws dug into the ground, he bit harshly on the cat's lip so that he would moan out loud, he enjoyed the sounds of his cries, and his body trembling violently. It intoxicates him. The Lycan could hear the purring sounds escaping the Cats throat and his wolf was satisfied, he could feel his own needs starting to rise, and he could tell his mate was close to coming as well."Come on, baby! Cum for me." He growled. "That's it kitty," He whispered in between pants as he slammed into the Cat, causing the both of them to yelp in pain. But they both knew they were in too much bliss to notice or care. All that mattered right now is the satisfaction that their bodies are giving off as they ride out their climax. In moments the Lycan felt the familiar wave hitting him and the cat groaned in unison, their bodies shaking violently until finally, they collapsed, panting heavily as the wave passed.Caleb regained consciousness first when he felt a pain starting to grow on his stomach, snapping his eyes open he saw his teeth were clasped tightly into the Lycan's neck but the Lycan seemed to be dead. No, he was breathing but he wasn't moving, just lying there, collapsed on top of him. Caleb hissed, he had marked the Alpha. When did he even do that? This was bad.An omega's claim.Shit!The cat winced when he felt a sudden burst of burning sensation spread across his body once again. He felt it when he first opened his eyes but now it was much stronger, more painful. He managed to push the limp Wolf off of him and stared down at his stomach where he saw the symbol of the full moon bursting in red flames as if the mark was on fire, he immediately noticed the identical one on the Lycan's back."Shit." He breathed out, staring in shock at the sight in front of him, remembering he had marked the Lycan as well. He had to leave before he woke up. Gathering up his tattered clothes or at least what was left of them, the Tiger vanished into the woods.Fucking, Wolves.*****Conri woke up when he heard his Betas calling him, snapping his eyes open he stared blankly into their worried faces."What?" He asked, getting on his feet, he had shifted. Fuck, his head feels heavy and his memories hazy, he could not remember a thing. "Why are you both looking like something terrible happened?" He asked again when they weren't giving any responses."We have been looking for you all night!" Snapped Collen."You've been out here sleeping this whole time?!" Domain asked, annoyed."I'm sorry, Betas, I think I did something terrible but I can't seem to remember what it was, I'm completely blanked up there." He told them."I'd be completely blank too if I slept here, on this cold grass all night." Collen returned and they laughed."Come on, Alpha, let's get you home," Dom said, clasping the Alpha hard on the shoulder.On their way home, they had run into a fox and the Alpha being hungry had killed it only for a witch to appear blowing curses at the Lycan who ignored her and ran with his Betas.****Chapter: 5.*******PRESENT DAY.******Mariana watched her son closely as he taught the little cubs. Little paw prints littered the snowy mountains. She must say he was starting to get back to his usual self since the Alpha's Reject. Hissing at the dreadful thought, the Werecat began to approach the little group. The memories from the night her son had run home, bleeding profusely and burning up with a high fever. Those moments made her stomach churn. Once Caleb ran into her embrace he fell and fainted. Unconscious for four days before they were able to bring him back to life then another four to recover his strength as for the wound, he still hasn't healed from it because it was a wound inflicted through Rejection and only the Alpha who left the poisoned mark is capable of healing the wound. Caleb was forced to wear a band around his neck to prevent it from getting infected while his mother tried to keep the wound healthy with her magic.Although she could tell from the marks on his
Chapter: 6.******"What happened last night, Alpha?" Colleen asked, his Alpha as he gently placed a mug of calming potion by his side. Conri hissed and ignored his question as he reached to grab the mug and drank it all in one go, wincing at the taste. He could feel his face heat up at how bitter the taste was. Damn, they keep upping his dosages. He's going to get tired of drinking this shit sooner than later.Conri set down the now empty mug with a heavy sigh and glared at his Betas. He could see how bothered they were. He wished he could tell them what had happened last night but he couldn't. Even he doesn't want to accept whatever the hell it was that had happened."Can we please focus on the mission first?" He snapped, pushing himself away from the table. They should've known better than to ask him about last night's activities when he was so adamant about avoiding answering their questions. "Alpha!" Dom growled, moving around the table to block the exit to the room. Conri sighed
Chapter: 7.*****Tangled limbs and soft snoring could be heard from the large bedroom when the first Beta stepped into the room. He took a moment at the door, collecting his thoughts and preparing himself for the wrath of the sleeping Alphas and once he had settled his breathing enough he began to slowly walk to the bed. Malin stood at the foot of the bed and very cautiously tapped on the Alpha's shoulder. Leonardo stirred with a frown already plastered on his face and a death glare directed at the one who had woken him up. When his eyes met the apologetic ones of his first Beta, Leonardo settled down and sat up in bed, stretching tired muscles and grunting loudly when Thrift surfaced within his eyes. "What is it, Malin?" He asked with a low voice laced with annoyance, "You know what time it is?" He asked as if expecting an answer but Malin didn't reply he knew exactly what time it was, it was the Alphas sleeping time after an exhausting night shift with their Luna, Phoenix, the fu
Chapter: 8.*****Chaos. It was all chaos. The sounds of screams filled the night air as Weretigers tried to find shelter, but it wasn't enough. There were too many. They have invaded their land and now they are fighting back. Trying to defend their Clan and territory but these wolves were far too powerful. They didn't even bother with wolfbane bows. Only jaws and claws. And they were going to take what they wanted. Blood and tears ran down the faces of weretiger warriors as they fought against the Werewolves. Their only chance left, to save themselves, was to retreat in defeat. But they would not do that just yet until they were certain their Lady had led the Cubs and Omegas out the lands out of harm's way. The battle raged on as the moon cast its light on the ground below. The moonlight was bright enough for them to see the enemy that was running through their lands but they kept them away from the Mainlands, waiting patiently for Scott to return with the news then they would retrea
Chapter: 9.*****Caleb stumbled around the fighting field in a daze. He tried to keep his head clear, to not get overwhelmed by the sudden onslaught of noise and motion. His eyes kept darting from one side to the other, from Werewolves to Weretigers. His ears were ringing, and his head was spinning. He couldn't hear the warning being yelled from Scott and by the time he responded it was rather too late, a Werewolf launched at him, sharp jaws clenched into the side of his stomach, biting down, Caleb cried and crouched down on both knees, both hands grabbed tightly around the neck of the Werewolf but the wolf wouldn't bulge and Caleb fought desperately to prey the jaws apart before the wolf rips his ribs out, as a last resolve he shot a light of magic through his hand and the wolf went flying halfway across the battlefield and Caleb shot up on his feet instantly, looking around for the remainder of his group but they had fled the scene leaving just him behind. Grunting in both pain and
Chapter: 10.*****Rafa could not handle Conri's recklessness anymore and without warming pushed forward, sending Conri in. The crowd gasped and all the young Werewolves howled and shifted with heads bowed as it isn't very often they get to see the Lycan but Rafa wasn't interested in them and so ignoring their gasps and greetings, Rafa went on his knees and very carefully picked the cub up and placed him in his giant paws. The cub chirped and nuzzled into the fur-coated paw, his little eyes slowly fell shut... asleep. Very gently he bent lower and got a long sniff of the sleeping cub. His scent was strong for a cub and it had Rafa's nose cranking worriedly. ["Why are you holding that cub with so much care?"] Conri asked but Rafa ignored him.["Hey, you can't shut me out"] Conri tried again to push forward. ["Rafa?"] He called quietly but again Rafa ignored him. Conri frowned, his Lycan never ignored him and Rafa was acting strange and he knew something else was wrong, there was someth
Chapter: 11.******After a long and torturous silence, Colleen muttered."He-He is a god!" "...Is that even possible?" Dom finally managed to say in disbelief."It is indeed, Dominic, but it took him ten thousand years to come full circle.""Full circle?" He asked again, his voice cracking."To be Mated,""Te-Ten thousand!" Colleen squeaked."His divinity is tied with that of his brothers and sisters, that of the gods and goddesses, the earth, the skies, and the Heavens all of which kept the lone god occupied and bound as he tried to create a balance between the Earth and the Human race, settling the chaos his twin created and serving the punishments meant for his twin," Phoenix explained."I'm lost," Dom muttered."I'll explain further," Phoenix assured. "Irtia fell in love with a human girl and it drove him to come down to Earth, he dwelled with her, Marked and Mated her, and when she was going to bear his first offspring Irtia saw she was going to die during childbirth as she is
Chapter: 11.******Mariana was restless the entire night, even as she led the Omegas and Cubs to their Safety Zone. Another uninhabited Land a good distance away from River Bay and other towns. A forested area filled with trees and shrubbery, with a small clearing at its center. Before now they had begun construction on the land, a place that shall now be called 'The City of Light' and their new home. Upon their arrival, the Omegas began to pick a home of their choice for themselves and their families and the Council took the East Wing of the town, Mariana had her place specially built as the Clan's Lady and for her son. Here they can all settle down and have peace. No more running away from Packs and Clans trying to kill them. They can even say now that they have found their place in this world, and by the Goddess, she hopes it stays that way. They spent the night settling into their new home and so kept her on her feet till dawn. When she heard the chaos from weeping Tigers who ha
"Why can't I have my own birthday?!" Dirk grumbled as he paced the Penthouse, glaring at his parents. Although he hasn't seen the Triplets since their eighth birthday, he still would like to have his sixteenth with his own group of friends. He shared birthdays with the Triplets for eight years, then his Father was called back to the Pride, and he took him along. Dare would refuse to come at first but eventually joined in when he got pregnant and just like always, Caleb got pregnant too. Once again, they both had Omegas whom they have both found their pride and joy and yet they won't let them be. "You haven't seen them in eight years!" Leon replied from where he sat in an armchair by the fireplace. "Be a little excited, you all will be having your first shifts tonight, and need I remind you, hopefully finding your Mates... As the Soulmate to the Alpha of Alphas, I must be there, and that can't happen if I am here throwing a birthday party for you." He tried to reason with his stubborn
Chapter: 61.******Both Conri and Leon paced the hallway of the hospital repeatedly, their heavy footsteps resounding like gunshots in the otherwise silent corridor. The Soulmates exchanged glances in between their anxious strides, a wordless conversation passing between them as they did so. “What’s taking so long?” Conri asked impatiently, his voice sounding much more strained than he had originally intended it to be. They had waited for over an hour. Does it usually take this long? They wondered. "You both need to sit down!" Phoenix yelled, but his words fell on deaf ears. The two continued to pace, never stopping in any one spot for more than a few seconds at a time. "I'm telling you both to sit down right now." His eyes widened as he caught sight of something across the hall; two men walking towards them. Phoenix made to run to them, but both Lycan and Lion beat him to it. "Fucking Creiff!" Leon yelled, grabbing the man by the shoulder. "What was happening in there? You won't l
Chapter: 60.******Caleb looked away and let his eyes search for his Mate and he found him standing in the circle, his gaze burned into him and the Alpha's Mark grew brighter. Phoenix pulled him back when he noticed he was walking faster, his gaze fixed on his Lycan. He leaned to whisper into his ears. "Remember, to control it until the ceremony is sealed, and think about the pups while you do it tonight," This had Caleb blushing a bright red and he lowered his gaze in embarrassment. A smile curled onto his face, and he nodded and looked up to his Alpha. Phoenix gave a soft nod, and kissed him briefly, before releasing him with a gentle squeeze of his hands. Caleb felt the tingling warmth run down his chest and to his fingertips. He gave a small smile as he turned to walk into the circle. As the pack members bowed to him, he gave them all a quick bow and then stood in front of the Alpha who was smiling warmly at him with a proud expression. He could feel how much Conri was trying to
Chapter: 59.******The garden flowers smelled divine, it soothes the wave of nausea that had plagued him all day long. As he walked, he let his hands wander over to the topiaries that lined the path, admiring the variety of colors and patterning they presented. He felt better with every step he took forward, he felt lighter, as if all of his burdens were lifted off his shoulders for a moment in order for him to enjoy his surroundings more fully. A pleasant breeze rustled his hair and caressed his skin, his body was covered from the neck down by a heavy coat, which only served to make him feel colder instead of warmer. Even his body temperature seems out of place, just like his health in the past few weeks. His breath rose in visible clouds and then dissipated on the autumn air around him. The sun hung low in the sky and cast its rays on his face, turning it a soft yellow hue. In spite of this, the wind persisted in picking at his sleeves, tugging gently at them as they fluttered back
Chapter: 58.******The grounds were cold, and her skin was damp with condensation. The night air felt sharp against her face, and it didn't help that she was pressed face down into the wicked cold floor. Her breath made small clouds of mist that floated in the cool air before dissipating into nothingness. Her hair clung to her cheek, damp and clinging to her tears. The only light around her came from a single candle burning from where it was placed on a broken piece of wood. She felt trapped, but more than anything she felt useless. All her life she's had to run from one obstacle or another, and now she was left without an exit route. She was trapped in this room alone, even her son had abandoned her. She was neither allowed outside nor permitted to go in search of him.She wished to apologize for how she had spoken to him the last time. He was all she had left. And if she needed to escape this Hell, then she would need his help. Her wounds grew deeper, and they smell like rot and de
Chapter: 57.******Reynold had the dining hall decorated beautifully that morning. The tables were all polished to a shine with white tablecloths adorning the surface, and a large vase of roses sat in one corner to give them an air of romance. The chairs had fresh chrysanthemums placed around the edges, which gave off an extra scent. Even the silverware was pristine, gleaming brightly under the light of hundreds of candles lit up throughout the room. It looked like something from a magazine set. He’d even taken it upon himself to arrange the flowers into the shape of hearts and stars as well as his personal favorite - two rosebuds. That seemed appropriate to him, somehow. He smiled at this small victory before he turned back towards the kitchen entrance.“Morgan. How are things going here?” he called out in his most cheery tone as he approached the kitchen doors. Morgan, the head chef for all the kitchen staff, didn’t need to turn away from the oven to answer her boss. She was wearin
Chapter: 56.******The Weretiger began to tremble again, snuggling deeper into his arms with a barely audible gasp. Cooing softly, Conri brought the blankets up around himself and his lover, taking a moment to caress Caleb's cheek before wrapping his arm around the other again. Within minutes, he realized the trembling wasn't from the cold, Caleb's growing whimpers and protests telling him so. The weretiger had woken up many times, barely got an hour's sleep before jerking awake from nightmares. So again, Conri ran his hands down the Weretiger's back, shushing him, trying to keep him asleep. This time, his lover fell quiet, untensing and resuming his snuggling, a faint smile gracing his lips again. Conri too began to smile, but it faded as the restlessness of his lover began to settle within his heart. He wondered why he wasn't sleeping as soundly as he had done the night of his Rut. Did he perhaps cause it with his absence the entire day? Each time he would jerk awake, he would cur
Chapter: 55.******Caleb woke up feeling slightly better than he did the day before. He stretched slowly, wincing from the sharp pain he felt below his stomach. He hissed and sat up, looking around the room and a frown marred his face when he realized he was alone again. He looked toward the side of the bed where Conri should have slept and frowned when he noticed how undisturbed the sheets looked. He didn't need anyone to tell him that Conri did not come home last night. Or maybe he did and picked a different room. Reynold had fooled him with the whole Erasthai thing. Feeding his head with dreams of hopelessness. Conri would never make him his Greatest Desire. He had only slept with him because of his Rut, nothing more. And whatever they had done during, was all done in the waves of his Rut. He didn't even come home. Was he repulsed by the thoughts of having sex with him that he would abandon his own bed? Or did he sleep in the arms of another? No! Caleb shook his head as if trying
Chapter: 54.******Documents were placed carefully on the desk for him by Barbara while he signed, and flipped them shut then passed them over to Clyde and proceeded to sign the next. There was an assortment of documents from his fathers estate as well as some from various business associates that he needed to deal with. He hadn't planned to spend his entire day signing documents and drinking firewhisky. He needed to get out of there and stretch his limbs, but knowing he had been away from his duties for quite some time, he must tend to the documents now, or else they kept piling up even more. And he would be a poor leader for all if he couldn't even deal with these small annoyances.The sun was beginning its descent toward the horizon, he could feel its warm yellow glow through his office window, and his eyes ached in protest. His body aches, too. He hadn't slept well in weeks and hadn't taken care of himself since he went into Deep Sleep. That is, after all, when things became rath