This was easier from Suzie's pov and I thought it was a nice break from the rest :)
Atalanta’s pov“I’m back, bitches!” Suzie yelled out.Raiden rolled his eyes, and Zev just stood there, while I couldn’t contain my smile.“Too much? Sorry, you try sitting alone with this man on a plane for hours and see how chippy you come out of it! I think he tried to bore me to death with meaningless facts about your pack or something. After that didn’t work, he just talked about you three…” She said, winking at us. “I should have come here sooner, because you clearly need me.”“Whatever,” Raiden said, his hand on my butt. He loves touching my butt whenever he can.Artemis teased me, causing me to blush, "Just one of the many things he likes to do to your behind."Because of the fight between Zev and Raiden, Alpha Ethan had given them both some time off work to calm down. Which meant Raiden and I had barely left out room.I wasn’t sure it was because Raiden was avoiding Zev or because of all the sex…‘Probably the second one.’We didn’t just have sex. We talked a lot. We ate; we t
Atalanta’s pov“Um, so, I’m not sure how to explain this, but Artemis and I have been talking and...”Suzie smiled at me, “it’s fine; just give it a go.”“Growing up, I wasn’t allowed to talk much. I am not used to hearing my own voice, and I am not sure what to say very often. I don’t know if what I’ll say will be the right thing or if it’s appropriate or annoying, because whatever I said at home would be seen as too much or stupid.” I explained. “But now that I am here, I am trying to say more. Say what I am thinking. Artemis said it’s fine to say what I think, as long as it’s not hurtful or insulting.”Suzie nodded, and I loved how she let me speak without interrupting me.I giggled awkwardly. I wanted to ask if you are okay. And why do you smell like Stephen?”Suzie blushed before laughing. “Well, those two questions have really different answers. I’ll tell you the easy one first. So, um, me and Ven, that’s what I call Stephen in my head, had a fight in the airplane, and it turned
Raiden’s pov“Every time I see one of her scars, I think about killing the people who made those scars.” I admitted it out loud for the first time.Every time we're in bed after some mind-blowing sex, usually I will cuddle my little mouse and point to a part of her body that has a scar or mark. And I’d ask what happened. She would tell me, and I’d kiss the spot and make it better. I would be calm when she would tell me, and I tried to act like I wasn’t plotting everyone’s death in detail. But everything they had done to my mate, they’d get back in tenfold.An eye for an eye, like the humans often say.“You have a list?” Suzie asked.“Sure do. It begins with the motherfucker that’s leading the bunch, general Sweets, but not far behind him are her parents. I usually don’t kill women, but for mommy dearest, I am willing to make an exception.”Suzie chuckled nervously, “you’ve become dark.”I shrugged, “maybe I’ve always been this way. But now I have people to point my anger at.”“Like Zev
Zev’s povI want Lana back.It was a simple thought that popped up in my head a few days ago after Suzie’s call, and it’s been like a virus taking over my brain.It's all I can think about right now.I’m not even sure how, but I want her back. No, I need her back, and I will do whatever it takes for how long it takes to get her back in my arms.‘And Raiden?’ Rishi asks.I sigh internally. I can’t tear them apart. I know they’re a package deal, and I also know winning back Lana is going to be much easier than getting Raiden to forgive me.He hates me for what I did, and I can’t blame him.I had many excuses why I did what I did, but they all seem meaningless now. I wanted to hurt her back, and I chose to do it in the way that would be the most painful to her.‘But you didn’t physically hurt her.’ Rishi reminded me of this, as if it were something to take pride in. Oh, wow, Zev, you didn’t abuse a defenseless rejected mate of yours. Great job! You’re less evil than your father.I stared
Atalanta’s povI am no stranger to feeling guilt, but this is a type of guilt I am new to. How could Zev’s father cheat on his mate? How could it not eat him up inside, because I feel like I’ve just betrayed Raiden and I only talked to Zev?‘Only talked? I think there was a bit more to it.’ Artemis said.She was right. The tension between us was unbearable. I had wanted to run away, but it was like I couldn’t. Is this the mate bond between us? Or have all my attempts to stop being in love with Zev simply not worked?Whatever the reason, it can’t happen again.‘You were meant to have two.’My wolf had always been the most vocal about Zev’s treatment toward me. She always said I didn’t deserve what he was doing. Why was she the one urging me to give him another chance?‘Because at the time he wasn’t ready to be your mate. I am not saying to let him into your heart right away. But he and Rishi are my mates too. Maybe they can prove themselves worthy of us.’Worthy…Am I really worthy of t
A few of you have asked me about the new story for the Iron River pack and I had this idea this evening and decided to write a chapter.I would love to hear your opinions. This is just a draft and I haven't figured out most of the story.anyway, here it is...Nivia’s pov“You…” He growled lowly.I did not want to turn around, recognizing the voice of the person I had grown to hate over the past few months.The whole evening I had searched for this delicious scent of burned wood and marshmallow. It’s a scent that isn’t just delicious, but there are memories tied to it. Memories of having smores with my great grandparents and my grandparents.Memories of them sharing laughs and drinks around the fireplaces while I listened to their stories.My favorites were the love stories, and second came the ones of war.While war isn’t something to celebrate, they told their stories in such a way that made the fighting almost sound romantic. They weren’t just fighting to protect themselves, but thos
I need two chapters from both their pov for me to have a story idea. But I will try to write whenever I have time and add chapters slowly.in the mean time, I will continue to try and post at least five times a week for Hunting for Our mate. Because there is a lot more to come!I will start on chapter 94 right now. So the update should be up in a few hours if all goes well.Oh, and don't hate Ford too much. I'm sure there's a nice guy in there somewhere. lol.I have tried to make him sound british. As a dutch person I watch a lot of british and american tv, so that's helped with my English. But Ford isn't just british, he's a snob as well. So it takes a bit of looking online for synonyms to get his way of talking right.- - - - - - - Ford’s povThe gall of this young lady.‘Your mate.’ Callum, my wolf reminded me.How could I forget?I looked up at the moon as Nivia Evelien Leia Omari ran in her wolf form, her white wolf moving so quickly that it almost looked like a stripe passing by
Raiden’s povI knew something was up. I always do. But I also know my little mouse sometimes needs time to process. She is not used to voicing her thoughts or saying what she wants or needs.It’s my job to be her safe place. To allow her to come to me when she needs to.And I know when my mate is lying and she isn’t lying, she’s trying to find the right words."Does it not bother you that she's still not able to speak freely?" Atlas asked.It does. But maybe that’s on me. Or on her parents. Yeah, of course I get insecure when she doesn’t talk to me. Especially because I know if Zev wasn’t an asshole, she’d be able to confide in him.‘What if that was still, -‘Nope. Not even going to go there. There are some things that are unforgivable. Rejection is not something you can just do, change your mind, and then take it back. A rejection is permanent. It hurts for a reason.Your heart isn’t merely breaking; it’s severing the connection, the bond, to your mate.I am glad Atalanta hasn’t had