She woke up in bed alone , the alphas scents still thick in the air. The scents were foreign yet it settled deep into her bones as if it was something her omega had been familiar with for years. Nothing had yet to make her scared, so she didn't bother panicking. The alphas claimed she was their mate, and treated her nicely, she just hoped that the treatment would continue.
As she stretched her arms out she felt the warmth on the bed sheets, they had just gotten up. She couldn't remember a time when she slept so well, the alphas scents and presence had given her the ultimate beauty sleep. With bleary eyes, Anastasia saw Leo Sitting on the desk in the far corner of the room, eyeing some papers. He looked so soft in the plain green garment, tight around his figure but the material thin. For that moment, he didn't look like a strong leader but a normal alpha doing some work.At the sound of Anastasia's movements, his eyes snapped up and gifted the omega with a warm smile. Anastasia’s thoughts were false, such an alpha could never be plain, not with such a face and aura."My sun , you finally are awake," Leo Stood up and walked towards her, leaning against one of the bedposts. The nickname was new. Sun. Anastasia could only guess that it was a reference to her hair, she wanted to assume further that it was because she was their mate and therefore something they relied on to live just like the ball in the sky, but she couldn't think of herself so highly."Today we will teach you about our pack.""Okay," Anastasia said, sheepishly moving off the bed. That was something simple. The omega looked forward to learning about this massive pack and figuring out if the rumors of such a peaceful pack were true. She stood in front of the alpha awkwardly. What was she supposed to do now? The rules that an omega should follow in the high household were still ambiguous to her."Go freshen up, I'll get you breakfast," a gigantic hand on her back guided her in the direction of the bathroom. She followed mutely, Leo’s touch making her limp. Her omega seemed to love the alpha so much. "Is there anything you would like?""Oh no," Anastasia called back, she didn't want to be greedy. She still didn't know what the cuisine was like in this pack, everything she had seen the previous night had been different from what she was used to. "Anything is fine."Stepping into the bathroom, she didn't realize how big it actually was. There had been a curtain the previous day operating the room, but it was now pulled back. The small tub she had used the other night looked dwarfistic compared to the pond-sized tub near it. It was filled to the brim with petals and oils, just like yesterday but in a larger capacity. She tentatively steps in, feeling steps beneath her feet she descended further into the tub, the water stopping below her chest.Wow.She didn't want to keep Leo Waiting so she cleansed herself quickly, stepping in and stepping out in seconds. As she drew herself out, Anastasia mourned the water, pitying it for not getting the proper usage it should. She promised herself that she'd utilize it to its full capacity some other day.Anastasia skipped out of the bathroom into where they ate the previous day, Leo was already there with an assortment of fruits and pastries. She abruptly stopped her happy movements, unsure if it was disrespectful. The alpha just looked up and smiled at her, finding it amusing. She relaxed just a little."Eat, my sun," Leo gestured to sit. She bowed her head politely and made a move to go past the alpha, only for her arm to be gently pulled back and be guided onto the alpha's lap."Oh," she exclaimed as she looked at the alpha, who was grinning at her. The omega shield away from the gaze but not the touches, the large hands felt so warm against her body and it felt so nice. Moving away may be seen as disrespectful, and he didn't want the alpha to be hurt by her actions when everything for her so far had been done with care, she didn't want to anyway. She was maneuvered so that she was in a better position to eat, the position very relaxing."Eat," a gentle kiss was placed on the back of her head, arms tightening around her," there is so much you need to be told." Anastasia's eyes fluttered shut at such an affectionate move. Suchkisses felt more personal than a normal kiss. It still baffled her why she was receiving such affections. She followed the order and ate diligently, the alpha lounging behind her the whole time. Her presence made her eat faster, he was a busy man and Anastasia felt like wasting his time would not be good .Leo Guided her into a large office after eating, gesturing for her to sit in the seat on the opposite side of the table. He started rifling through some sheets, trying to find something. Anastasia sank on the chair, the size of it engulfing her. Her feet didn't even touch the ground, it was clearly made for the alpha."What will I do in the pack exactly," she asked tentatively. She hadn't been told off for speaking first before so she felt brave. The alpha had come back now with a book, sitting down on the chair next to her and gesturing for the omega to sit on him instead. The omega weaved around the large desk and sat in Leo’s lap again, shuffling around to get comfortable. From the looks of it omegas got held and carried around everywhere in this pack, she liked it. Such care was never given to omegas back in her pack. "Will I just stay at home and care for our future pups?""No," Leo Said, placing soft kisses on her neck after he finished rifling through the sheets. They really l
Anastasia spent the rest of the day reading some books about the pack and how it runs. Whilst he was shuffling through the documents, tidying it up after reading everything, Logan walked in.“Time for dinner,” he grunted and lifted Her off the floor, not giving the omega enough time to not only see him come over with his intentions clear but also to be picked up. She didn't like this alpha all that much, he looked mean and barely spoke. But he was her other mate so she hoped she could get used to this alpha soon.She wanted to be fond of this alpha just like she was of Leo , both of their touches were not forceful and made her turn into putty immediately. Logan’s hold felt firmer, stronger, but less like he was trying to stop her from running away and more like he wanted to keep her safe. The alpha’s attitude still seemed gruff, just like all the ones that had wronged her in the past. But she hoped it wasn't true, he shared the same DNA as the sweetest alpha she’d met so that accou
“Can you fight?” was the first thing Logan said to her the next day. She had woken up alone again, but it seemed like she would be spending the day with this twin instead. Anastasia felt tense around the alpha after what he said yesterday, it still was settled uncomfortably in her stomach, troubling her. She didn't have the guts to ask about it though.Anastasia swallowed her food. “A little.” She already had a clue where this was going after waking up to only one twin. Yesterday was her doing Leo's activities, and today it was with Logan.“You're going to learn today, and throughout your life now. Everyone fights in this pack,” Logan declared.“Okay,” she agreed. She had always wanted to learn combat, her brother had taught her a bit in the past in order to protect herself .“If they are close to you then aim for their bits,” he used to say, “then run and find a weapon. The bigger the better. Scream loudly to scare them, alphas don't expect omegas to be aggressive.”“What do you kn
"Wow you are so pretty, and your hair, it's such a lovely color" a beta came into her bathing area, gawping at him. Logan had dropped her off to wash off, going somewhere to deal with orders. She had expected to spend the rest of the day alone, but clearly not.“Can I help you?” She asked nervously, confused as to why she was there. She looked like a maid, who Anastasia had only managed to get slight glimpses off through the few days. They had all been kept away from the omega, for what she could guess was privacy.“Oh sorry,” the beta snapped back, regaining her manners. Her smile was so wide and contagious, eyes closed in a happy grin.“I am Julia, your personal maid. I came to help you bathe.”Anastasia blushed, getting bathed by a maid wasn't as uncomfortable as by her alphas, but still uncomfortable. “That won't be necessary, I like bathing myself.”Julia pouted, looking disheartened “but that's my job.”“You could keep me company?” She suggested. Julia seemed so lovely and she re
The day when she would be officially introduced to the pack arrived, it would be two days before she would be marked in front of the pack. Anastasia shuffled around nervously in her room as Julia assisted her with clothing, it was a fancier outfit than normal and needed someone to tie the back for her. The twins had left to get everything ready so she was alone preparing herself for the big day.Julia gave her encouragement as they styled her still short hair a little, applying finishing touches as the time to go started looming over."Everyone is so excited, don't worry about it. You don't even have to say anything," Julia reassured as they walked down the halls to meet the alphas."I guess," Anastasia muttered, her hands shaking a little.Logan Was the one to greet her surprising her by pressing a soft kiss on her cheek as he placed a large hat with a veil on him, keeping her hidden until it was time for her to be revealed properly."Ready?" he asked lightly, grabbing her han
"A mother loves their child unconditionally right?" Logan Changed his tactics, somehow realizing exactly what Anastasia was disturbed by.“Yes but how-.”"Does the mother love the child when it's still unborn or only after giving birth?" the question threw the omega off balance, it was a completely different subject to what they were talking about. She sniffled for a bit before responding."Well, you fall in love with your pup as it grows inside you.""And that is how we feel about you. We liked you the minute we found out. All this time was us waiting to see you for the first time. "Anastasia was fully distressed now, unable to calm down. Logan Came over and held her, caressing her face gently as he rocked Anastasia back and forth on her feet to calm her down. The action put her at ease slightly."But how can you love me? It's not the same.""How is it not? A mother’s bond with their pup is unbreakable just like a mates’ bond. You are kind, beautiful and you're caring. I have love
She was awoken early in the morning to start the preparations. A lovely bath was already running when she entered just like the other says, this time Julia was insistent on helping her."I need to make sure you are in the best condition," she fretted.Various oils were rubbed on her body and heavy layers dressed on her. Anastasia stood still diligently as the maids worked around her, she recognized them front the past few days, they were finally being able to be in her presence after her reveal. The outfit for the ceremony was a soft cream wrap outfit with a sash as a belt. The top part wrapped low on her chest, exposing her collarbone and neck but only a little of his chest. The material was expensive yet delicate looking, making her look mythical. Some of the beautiful jewelry that the twins had gifted her adorned her arms and ears, her neck kept bare and glistening.Her hair was parted to the side, beautiful flower clips keeping the hair out of her face as a light fringe covered
The alphas resumed their care on her throbbing wound right after, trying to get it to seal as quickly as hers did. Anastasia closed her eyes again and tried to calm her emotions, two foreign entities swimming in her consciousness was a lot to take in, but she knew it would settle.When they were satisfied, a veiled hat was put on her head and she was carried out by Leo, the carriage from earlier had its hood up and sides drawn. Cheers erupted again when they exited, causing Anastasia to wince a little, concern flooded through her body immediately after, the feeling increasing twice .She was rushed inside and the carriage which traveled faster, both twins anxious to get her back.The rest of the day was filled with her getting cuddled by her mates, getting her wound treated even more than their mouths, and being fed by them. Slight nausea came by nightfall, her body finally getting used to the feeling.“How do you feel, my light?” Logan Asked as they walked back to the bedroom, the
March 26th “These flowerbeds are going to look great this summer.”Eden leaned against Ian by the window of the large living room, above the flowerbeds that Johnson and his men, including young Trubshawe, were preparing, burying the flower bulbs.“Amara is growing, too. It's late March, spring is in the air.”Ian put his arm around his omega’s shoulders and drew her closer. It was still a shock for him to know she was his.“Do you think it's possible to be this happy?" asked Eden.“No, not usually," he replied, smiling. Then he leaned over to tickle Eden’s earlobe with his tongue, watching for her reaction. “But I know lots of ways to enhance the sensation.”“Oh, I know that.”Eden tried to react like a respectable viscountess and show a little reproach towards her rascal of a husband, but she hardly succeeded.“As it happens," Eden whispered to him in an engaging voice, "we have no obligations either this afternoon or this evening. I've kept us a few moments free, since we're packi
Ian made it his own, sensing that this was their real first time. The alpha forced himself to control his desire and keep an eye on Eden’s, which rose and rose, until the final conflagration, the simultaneous deflagration.“My love…”Ian gasped again. “Forever and ever. Forever and ever.” “My omega,” Ian whispered, stroking the back of her neck.Ian looked at his omega with such tenderness, as if he couldn't believe he had it all to himself.“You're mine, aren't you Eden?” The alpha asked, looking tall and majestic above her“All yours” Eden nodded vigorously, her breath catching as she felt Ian’s hands wrap around her ankles, caressing her calves before spreading them apart, making more room for between her thighs“Yes," Eeen murmured, "yes, all yours, mark me.”“Are you sure?”“Yes, I want to be yours, completely”Ian let out a tiger-like growl just before he bounced on his prey, before leaning in, his mouth hot and heavy as he rubbed his lips across Eden’s cheek, up to her chin,
“Sir”It was Philips' voice that brought Ian back to earth; he'd just lost the most important person in his life.“Sir." Philips insisted in the face of his master's silence. "I'm sorry to disturb you, but we await your orders. It's getting dark, the current is preventing us from crossing and continuing our search, so I think it's best to go back inside, get warm, regain your strength and start again tomorrow. Also, you'll have to prepare for the worst, sir, with the low temperatures and the cold.”“Are you mad?” Ian asked, his voice full of fatigue but above all full of bitterness. “Excuse me, sir?”“My wife has just been carried off, I don't know where she is or what state she's in, and all you can tell me is to go home, get warm and prepare for the worst. So I repeat, ARE YOU CRAZY?”“I'm sorry, I…”“Enough... Send Jem to tell my Aunt and Alexis to take care of Amara. Then gather all the men near the clearing with the best hunting dogs you can find. I want everyone to get to work,
Ian first saw the shattered pillars of the bridge, then a wavering figure stepped out to meet him, a small dog barking frantically at his heels. Ian jumped down from his saddle and Toby leapt into his arms. A baby's cries could be clearly heard over the roar of the river.“Where's my omega, Philips?”“Still in the car, milord. With the maid and the baby. The footman's a little hurt, but he'll be alright. I sent him for help. It was the floodwater that caused the bridge pillars to collapse as we drove over...If we make any sudden movements, it'll cause the rest of the bridge to collapse.” Ian put the dog down and ran along the bank, the coachman on his heels. When he reached the carriage, Ian had to fight the urge to jump straight into the water to save his family.“We need ropes, horses and... Ah, thank God, there's Murrow!”The carpenter galloped down the hill, pulling his wagon team along. When he reached the bank, he braked with the reins. The men with him jumped down from th
We'll go down to the hotel, Mary," she announced to the maid, pulling from her bag the London guidebook she had taken from the library. Let's see which one is the most suitable..The horses slowed as they took the path that led to the bridge over the river. Eden glanced out the door at the fog-shrouded landscape, then back to her guide. “The Pulteney looks to be the most comfortable and central," she explained, trying to keep her tone light, "but it's certainly very expensive. Let's see.”The sedan lurched forward and, at the sound of hooves on logs, Jimin realized they had reached the bridge. There was a terrible creak. The coachman screamed and the sedan pitched sideways. Eden tried to grab hold of Amara, but her hands could only clasp Mary's dress as Icy water invaded the darkened cabin. They had fallen into the river.Ian waded to the edge of the torrent, the water almost completely submerging his high boots.“Too late," he announced. The dam's already broken. There's no way
Breakfast the next day was more tiring than Eden had imagined. Ian behaved with impeccable courtesy. He smiled at her, spoke to her politely, and when Eden sent the servants away so she could talk to him about what had happened the day before, Ian simply shook his head.“Let's not talk about it anymore, Eden. We've got to put it behind us. Your nerves were on edge after a few days at the reception.”Eden wanted to apologize, to explain why she had lost control of herself. If Ian pretended that nothing had happened, would she be obliged to leave for London and let this unspoken issue hang over them forever?There was a knock at the door, and Jackson entered. Behind him, several men in working clothes could be seen gathered in the corridor.“Lord and Milady will excuse me," he began, "the rains have caused the river to burst its banks. Turner sends word to the lord that he fears the mill dam may break.”“I'll be off then”Ian put down his napkin, stood up and walked into the corrido
What had happened? What had gone wrong? Ian contemplated in the deserted corridor, as stunned and shocked as if someone had just cut open his chest and ripped out his heart. He'd thought he'd made Eden happy and brought her security. But that had only been an illusion, which had now been shattered. He didn't know how he was going to make things right, or even if it was possible. No doubt Eden was in her room. Toby stood at the door, whimpering miserably. Ian knocked on the door, then turned the handle. To no avail. The bolt was pulled. Swearing muffledly, he tried to open the boudoir door. Locked too, as was the door to the baby's room. He knocked again.“Eden?”SilenceStriding to his own room, Ian tried to open the connecting door. It too was locked. Exasperated, he pounded his fist on the panel.“Eden, my angel, will you please open the door?”Through the wood paneling, he heard the child's startled cries, which put an end to his anger almost immediately. Amara must b
The day after the christening, it began to rain heavily, much to Eden’s dismay. With her brief experience as mistress of the house, she wondered what he was going to do with all her guests, on a rainy Saturday, after matins and lunch. But her worries proved futile. The bishop retired to his room to read his sermons, the older ladies took up their embroidery, telling each other the latest neighborhood gossip, while the younger ones obligingly kept the children occupied and did a thousand favors for Amara, as well as for Leon, Iris and Jasper’s baby. The alphas had disappeared. Some of them had withdrawn from the bishop's sight to play cards or billiards, while others had gone to visit the stables. As for Eden, she sat quietly, sometimes making sure the babies weren't too tired, sometimes simply enjoying the rain drumming on the windows and the crackling fire in the hearth. Jasper entered the room, his hair soaking wet, and leaned over to whisper something in Iris’s ear. She loo
——6th of January——— “Your Grace”Eden gave a deep curtsy like Alexis had taught her to do. Immediately her hands were grabbed, and one of the most handsome young men she had ever seen helped her to her feet.“Please, call me Alastor, " replied the Duke of Avery, kissing her on both cheeks. “Ian,” he exclaimed enthusiastically, “where did you find such a pretty omega?” “Just looking at her to know you don't deserve it.”“You can let go of her now, Alastor,” Ian said quietly, smiling. The look on his face, however, indicated that he was ready to slay any man who got too close to Eden, whether he was a duke or a prince.Eden felt overcome with excitement. She was a little apprehensive about this baptism reception, but, for the moment, everything was going wonderfully. The only downside in recent weeks was that Ian avoided sharing her bed, probably to let her rest a little after giving birth. Since Amara’s birth, however, the alpha seemed more distant than Eden would have liked. W