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“Right now that you animals have filled your bellies can we get to the fun stuff?” Jackson asked as he looked around the dinning table in his pack house. That made Scarlett laugh. “And Gabriel called us a circus.” She said shaking her head, “Can see where he get’s his sense of humor from.” Sasha chirpped in. And everyone laughed. Sasha reached for the first Enveloped that read DNA on it, she gulped loudly as she took the folded page out of it. It wasn’t so much the names she was looking for, she wanted to know what species her parents were. “Hmm, seems like my birth mother was a shifter and my dad was a werewolf.” The news pissed Jackson off, the thought that a wolf threw his pup away was unacceptable to the Alpha king and something he was itching to remedy right away. “Your dad must have been an Alpha for you to be mated to one.” Gabriel offered making Sasha blink rapidly. Lydia, Scarlett and Mikael sat quietly at the table waiting for Sasha to say something or open the other envel
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JACKSON’S POV After seeing their friends off Jackson went back to Sasha, pacing up and down in their bedroom before finally sitting at the window overlooking the entire and a few yards into the woods. Their room was strategically placed this high in this exact position so that the Alpha could always ensure his pack’s safety and know when an unexpected attack was on its way. Jax still couldn’t believe how the Alpha of the Bloodmoon pack, the murderer of his parents was his mate’s father. He loved Sasha with every fiber of his being, he couldn’t imagine his feelings toward her changing simply because of her DNA, but could she forgive him if his animalistic instincts kicked in upon seeing her father and just ripping his throat out? He saw how much pain she was in when she found out her father was a wolf, It’s not likely that a wolf would abandon their pups not even rogues are that cruel. But the utter shock at finding out that he was an Alpha intensified her pain, she was his firstbo
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The next day everybody was once again in Scarlett’s apartment “Hey Mikael, when do we get to have a meeting at your place?” She asked him annoyed that once again everyone was standing in the small flat. “Whenever you wish Majesty.” He said with a hint of amusement in his voice. “Can we go now?” She asked him itching to get out of her flat. “Yeah, I have never seen your place either,” Jackson said with curiosity on his face. I don’t think anyone but Gabriel has seen his place Lydia said with a frown on her face too.” This causes the vampires to laugh. “Prepare to be amazed,” Gabriel said as they all filed out and into their own personal vehicles following behind Mikael who had Lydia as his passenger. At this point, everyone was confused as Mikael had driven past the bayou where Jackson’s pack was and Past the area where Lydia’s cottage was. They turned off onto a dirt road and drove so far into the woods that they ended up at the foot of a mountain when Mikael finally stopped his
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“Enough about me! We have ingredients to cook since none of us had the mind to get takeaways and this place is too far out for delivery.” Mikael said this caused Gabriel to rub his hands together ready to get his chef on. “Pizza or pasta?” He asked them then rolled his eyes as he could practically see Scarlett and Jackson salivating at the thought of both meals. “Can we have chocolate croissants for dessert?” Sasha asked. Gabriel just nodded and got busy. “Have you decided what you will do with the information I gave you yesterday?” Lydia asked getting right into it. Scarlett blinked multiple times not knowing what to say or do about their friend's bluntness while Mikael walked off to get whatever tech they might need for research. “I suppose I would have to confront the bastard won't I?” Sasha said.”Damn straight!” Lydia encouraged in the most peculiar way. “Jackson and I did, however, come to the conclusion that it wasn’t because he didn’t love her that he killed her. “ Eve
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Scarlett’s eyes widened as she recalled their encounter with the council of species. She recalled how each and every one of them was scrutinized by the members of that council. Most of all she remembered how hard Lydia’s family member swallowed when she saw Sasha. “Lydia’s sister, or was it your aunt? The lady from the species council?!” Scarlett said as the words came tumbling out of her mouth not making sense to her own ears. “Yes, she is old and strong enough to pull something like that off,” Lydia said with disdain. “I too remember how pale she went for a second, I thought it was because she saw me,” Lydia said. “But Sasha was standing right behind you,” Jackson said. “Fucking bitch!” Lydia exclaimed as she slammed her closed fists on the countertop. “That settles it. I am going to kill the whore.” Lydia said furiously that a member of her family could interfere with another person’s life in such a colossal way. Sasha shot up from her seat hugging her friend with all her mi
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“Right, you and Gabriel have been together for so long it didn’t even occur to me you may have known me since the day I was born,” Lydia said to Mikael threw narrowed eyes. He knew in that very moment he would be interrogated when it was just the two of them. Gabriel and Scarlett observed the two very closely, there was a different conversation going to be held in her bed tonight she thought with a knowing smile on her face as Gabriel looked like a father who just found out his two children were engaging in some insistent behavior. She just shook her head at his unwarranted thought pattern as Lydia and Mikael weren’t really related and Gabriel didn’t seem to have a problem when he thought they were just dating. Sasha was standing at the floor-to-ceiling window in the kitchen with her back turned to everyone deep in thought about how she would approach her biological father about everything starting with her mother and ending with her having siblings, she needed to hear from his own
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“It seems very fishy that the Luna of the Bloodmoon pack is never talked about,” Scarlett said red in the face at her friend's compliments of Gabriel’s cooking skills. Ofcause she knew how blessed she was to have a mate who, if he were human, would have received a Michelin award for best chef of the century. “I agree, the bitch has my mother killed off to position herself as Luna then just goes missing?” Sasha joined in the conversation, she could feel her wolf itching for revenge. For all the wrong that was done to them, for growing up without a mother, for being kept away from their father, their pack, and most of all their mate! Lydia was typing away at her laptop very focused on finding answers to the mountain of questions that was building, She was mid-typing when Mikael grabbed the laptop by the screen and replaced it with a plate of Pizza “Eat please.” He said to her, he knew she wouldn’t make a scene in front of their friend, “Yeah honey, the information won’t disappear off
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“Any new dreams Scar?” Lydia asked genuinely interested in her answer seeing as it was Scarlett’s dreams that led them all where they are today. “I have been having odd dreams lately about the other Universe, things seem different. It’s as if the Scarlett I met a few days ago is different from the one I have been dreaming about these last couple of days.” She said deep in thought like she was still trying to figure out what was what. “That is definitely strange,” Jackson commented enjoying every bite of the pasta Gabriel had made. “Alright, let’s not take Sasha’s spotlight people, one problem at a time,” Gabriel said, his tone of voice was humorous but they all knew he was serious by his body language. “I am happy for the distraction,” Sasha said with a small smile on her face, she meant what she said, she didn’t enjoy the fact that their new mission was now about her, it made her uncomfortable and she wondered several times in the past twenty-four hours how Scarlett handled such
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As Gabriel sat in his small apartment, lost in thought, his phone buzzed with a message from an unknown number. Curiosity piqued, he unlocked his phone and read the message that appeared on the screen:"Protect Scarlett at all costs. Danger approaches. Trust in your bond."Confusion and concern filled Gabriel's mind. Who could have sent this message? And why was Scarlett in danger? He quickly dialed Scarlett's number, his heart pounding with worry."Gabriel?" Scarlett's voice sounded anxious over the phone. "Did you get a strange message too?""Yeah, I did. Scarlett, we need to talk. Meet me at our secret spot," Gabriel said, his voice trembling with urgency.Minutes later, they found themselves hidden away in their secret haven - a small, abandoned treehouse deep within the woods. As they settled down, Gabriel recounted the cryptic message he had received.Scarlett's eyes widened with alarm. "This can't be a coincidence, Gabriel. I've been feeling a presence lurking in the shadows, fo
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ALTERNATE UNIVERSE Kael stepped forward, his face tense. "Your Majesty, Scarlette, Demetrius," he greeted them, bowing low. "I have troubling news from the Vampire Council." Gabriel's jaw clenched. "What is it?" "The Council has received reports of a group of rogue vampires attacking nearby villages, killing and turning humans indiscriminately," Kael explained. "They believe that it might be the work of one of our own." Gabriel's eyes narrowed. "One of our own?" "Yes, Your Majesty," Kael confirmed. "The Council suspects that the perpetrator might be one of the rebels who defied their orders and left the clan years ago." Scarlette felt a shiver run down her spine. "What do we do?" "We investigate," Gabriel said firmly. "We cannot let our kind be associated with this kind of brutality. We will find the perpetrator and bring them to justice." Scarlette nodded, knowing that Gabriel was right. They could not let their love for each other blind them to the responsibilities that came
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"You have been chosen by the shifting stars, Scarlett," the oracle began in a voice that resonated through the room. "Your journey is not just to save Gabriel, but to fulfill a prophecy that has spanned centuries." Scarlett's pulse quickened, her curiosity mounting. She leaned forward, eager to hear the secrets of her past and the purpose of her quest. "Long ago," the oracle continued, "there existed a powerful kingdom ruled by a benevolent queen. This queen possessed the ability to harness the energy of the shifting stars, bringing balance and harmony to the land." Scarlett's eyes widened, her mind racing with the possibility of her connection to this queen. "You, Scarlett, are this queen," the oracle revealed. "The powers you possess, the strength within you, they are a gift from your bloodline as the daughter of Helle, granddaughter of Creation. Your purpose is to restore the shattered balance, to protect the world from the darkness that seeks to consume it." Scarlett's head sp
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With renewed determination, they turned to face the path ahead, ready to uncover the truth and save their world. Scarlett and Gabriel, bound by love and united in purpose, would forge ahead, knowing that nothing could break their bond. And so, their adventure continued, their hearts filled with hope, knowing that their love would guide them through the darkness. Little did they know, an even greater challenge awaited them, one that would test their resolve and push their powers to the limit. But together, they were unstoppable, ready to face whatever came their way. Gabriel's disappearance left Scarlett feeling a deep sense of emptiness. She couldn't bear the thought of him being held captive by her ancient enemy. Determined to find him, she knew she needed help—help that could only come from the best. Scarlett pored over the ancient book, searching for any mention of this mysterious ally. The pages were worn and fragile, but she pressed on, her fingers tracing the words as if they
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Their hearts surged with newfound purpose as they closed the book and left the library, the weight of the prophecy settling upon their shoulders. In their eyes, there was no room for doubt or fear. They were bound by fate, ready to embark on a journey that would test their courage and resilience. Hand in hand, Scarlett and Gabriel stepped out into the world, their spirits alight with the promise of uncovering the truth and fulfilling their destined roles. The road ahead would be treacherous, but together, they would rise above the darkness and unlock Scarlett's full potential. Little did they know, dark forces lurked in the shadows, watching their every move, eager to exploit the powerful connection between them. But for now, Scarlett and Gabriel remained blissfully unaware, ready to face the challenges that awaited them on their shared path. The gang returned home From their Scotland detour. They planned to go straight home from Kansas and rest up before embarking on their journey
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As the car zoomed down the winding road, singing along to their favorite tunes, Scarlett couldn't shake off the feeling that something strange was about to happen. A chill ran down her spine, making her hair stand on end. Her ocean-blue eyes darted around, searching for any sign of what was to come. Suddenly, a sharp pang shot through Scarlett's head. She winced, clutching her temples, as a voice echoed in her mind. It was gentle yet commanding, like a whisper carried by the wind. "Scarlett," the voice called, resonating in her thoughts. Confused and a little frightened, Scarlett glanced around in the car at her friends, but they seemed oblivious to what she was experiencing. She shifted in her seat, trying to make sense of it all. "Seek the ancient artifact, hidden deep within the forest," the voice continued, its urgency creeping into Scarlett's mind. "It holds the power to awaken your true abilities and unlock the secrets of your past." Scarlett's heart raced. Who was speaking t
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“It’s witch, with a W” Moira patronized Lydia “What a feisty one you are little sister.” She said with a smirk on her face. The wind grew stronger at her verbal jabs. “Why are you doing this to these people Moira, what have they done to you?” Lydia asked, her voice had even thickened a bit. “Put away the claws kitten and I will tell you. I won’t waste my strength shouting over your chaos.” Moira answered Lydia. Lydia dissipated her power just enough to make Moira believe she had closed off access to her magic. “Great, now contrary to popular belief, I am not after the Nishruu inside of you.” Moira said in disgust, “I have seen how those things have driven family members crazy or to suicide, I refuse to host such an abomination.” she continued, “Alright let me start at the beginning.” Moira clapped her hands together and rubbed them as though she was ready to have a feast. “A little history little sister, the Nishruu was not placed inside of you because our family was trying to save
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“So you’re going to stand there and pretend you don’t know who I am?” Sasha asked Asher. The beta frowned and then sniffed the air again this time zoning in on the Queen Luna. His eyes widened as tears started to stream down his face, and he fell to his knees. That was not the reaction she expected. “Of course not Lilly,” Asher said, which made Scarlett's eyes widen as she recalled her dream of the other universe where Gabriel and Scarlett had a little girl with them called Lily. “My name is Sasha.” She said to him anger boiling in her chest. “Olivia named you Lily, forgive me, Lyle must have asked the humans to rename you to keep you hidden,” Asher said as his voice broke. “What did you just say?” She asked him in confusion as her anger only dissipated by a fraction. “Alpha Johnson did not kill you even though the witch warned him this day would come and you would seek your vengeance upon him for slaughtering our true Luna.” Beta Miller said, still on his knees. “Well, so my siste
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“We have reached our destination.” At those words Sasha was awake and alert, ready for any attack but when she looked around she saw they were parked in the middle of nowhere. “We move on foot from here,” Gabriel said as everyone got out of the car. “WHY?!” Sasha whined, “Nobody likes to hike Gabe” Lydia groaned with Sasha, “I beg to differ, that is actually how Scar and I met.” Jackson added in full of laughter and Scarlett joined in on their private joke, causing their mates to give them death glares. “Oh stop it you two, it wasn’t like that.” Scarlett said “Yeah, I have mistaken her for an Irish person and she went off on me. Besides I wanted to know who was in my territory as her aura set the whole pack into a frenzy.” Jackson concluded and the two burst out laughing again. “I can’t even smell wolves from here,” Sasha whined again. “5-mile radius babe, we don’t want to lose the element of surprise until it’s too fucking late and they find us on their doorsteps,” Jackson said wi
