I felt the wind behind his punch as I moved away. That confirms who I think it is. I’m definitely not holding back. We clashed our fist and moved two steps back from the power behind the punch. We both looked at each other in surprise.“I’ve never met anyone that didn’t fly across the room when meeting my punch with him except Hale,” the man, who I’m assuming is Damon, said. “You are strong. That is rare to see these days.”“Or maybe you are old now, and your punch is not really as strong as you think anymore” I retorted. “Maybe you are just getting old, old man.” It was a lie. He might be old, but he obviously still kept up with his training.“What’s your name?” he asked. “I’d like to know who I’m about to kill for thinking he's better just because he’s younger.”“I’m sorry. I was raised to never share my name with strangers.” Jason shrugged.“Then I better do you the courtesy of telling you in whose hands your life will end.” the man smiled. Unbothered by my blatant disrespect. “Nam
Josh’s povCarlton and I cleared as many people from our path as we headed deeper into the castle. Jason gave us instructions to save whoever was locked up. So we headed down to the dungeons to do just that.The minute we got closer, we heard a voice. Someone was demanding answers from the prisoners, but what stopped me in my tracks was the voice that eventually answered. A voice I’ve listened to so many times over the years that I'd recognise it even if it wasn’t clear. The voice of my father that I thought was dead.“Perhaps you have finally angered the moon goddess into taking actions against you.” My father rasped with difficulty.“I hope she comes by herself then.” the other voice answered. “ Damon has lots of scores to settle with her.” Damon, the reason we came here. Who also turned out to be the reason my father is chained up in a dungeon.“And I have a lot to settle with you.” I said angrily, making my presence known. The man looked up in surprise that we would show our faces
Jason’s pov I didn’t know which direction to head to that would have led me to Josh, so I can warn him about his father still being alive. I checked around, and decided to trust that Josh would figure it out eventually. The more I looked at Damon's still body, the more I came to terms with the fact that it is all over. I can settle down and just be with my mate now. Have kids, grow old, and do everything we want. A few seconds later Josh and the rest gathered outside. I could see the old man with Josh, which means he figured it out. Damon be damned. I was still too exhausted from fighting him, but I can’t wait to leave this place. The walls scream about a lot of pain and sorrows. “Is everyone here?” I asked, looking around. “I think so.” Luke looked around before answering. I double checked to confirm that they were all there before I gave the go ahead to leave. “Alright we are leaving, now,” I said. We started heading towards the gate again when a group of people ran out from wh
Ares’ povMan, did he take the reunion seriously. For someone who had just returned from a serious battle, you would think he would have preferred to rest or something. Jason reunited with me into the night. Over and over again, until we both fell asleep too exhausted to continue. Not that I’m complaining about it, but you know.The next morning came, but we were too tired still sleeping in from our previous night’s exercise. We trusted that one of the pack’s caretakers would take care of Adriana for us. I woke up to his handsome face beside me. I explored every inch of his face and body with my eyes and hands. Studying his body.“Hey, beautiful.” Jason whispered, as he saw me awake. “I can feel your eyes all over my body. If you still want more, all you gotta do is ask, and I’ll give you more.” he gave me a lazy smile.“Shut up,” I laughed. “How do you still have the energy for more?” Is he trying to kill me? I might heal quickly, but I don’t think I have the energy to continue. “It
Ares’ pov.I wasn’t sure if I really wanted to rule, but I wanted to know if he would do it with me. He looked at me and smiled. And I knew his answers before he even said them. “I would do anything for you,” he stepped closer to me. “If ruling is what you want, then I’ll do it with you. It will be hard, but I’m sure we will manage.” I knew at that moment that I couldn’t have asked for a better mate. “I love you,” I whispered. That was all I could say. I summarised all of my emotions into those words. His mouth stretched in a smile before he replied.“I love you,” he kissed me deeply and I felt all of his love for me. We only broke apart when we heard the report from the guards on duty at the pack’s border. They have gotten used to reporting things to me since I became in charge.“Luna, Alpha,” he greeted first. “There are some old people here, claiming Alpha extended the invite for them to come.” one of the guys said.“It’s the people I was telling you about,” he said out loud.“Le
Ares’ pov “Hello, sir. It’s a pleasure to meet you. I’ve wanted to thank you for saving my life since I heard you were still alive, but I heard you needed time to recover after the ordeal you went through,” I said slowly. “I need no time to recover. I only wished to see you,” he said. “You look just like your mother. It’s wonderful to see again after so many years really.” “It’s all thanks to you.” I said. “If I may ask, what really happened that night, after you left?” when I had asked mum, she had told me, she never saw him return. “Ah, I remember it just like it was yesterday.” he started. “The kingdom stood on the precipice of destruction, its once glorious walls now marred by the scars of war. After leaving you both behind, I went to look for your parents. I held my sword tightly, slaying anything that came my way. The clash of steel against steel, echoed about the walls. I could hear snarling and growling in the distance as the others fought in their true form.`` We all li
Jason’s pov“I love you.” I said to her through the mate bond.I sent her all of my feelings at that moment. First she accepted my daughter, now she’s fully accepted me into her life, and I couldn’t be more grateful. “I love you,” she replied, stretching her hands towards me. “Focus.” She reprimanded me. How can I when she just denied her surname and took mine instead.“I figured you would,” a new voice said from the doorway. We all looked up to find Lyla walking in with a smile. “But either way, you need to continue your parents legacy. You need to get everything in order.”“Lyla, welcome.” I said with a smile. Of course she would know where we are. She must have known we were looking for her, and came here straight. “We have been looking for you.”“Lyla, it’s been a while. You haven’t aged a day since the last time we saw each other,” Josh’s dad said, as he got up. “I’m seeing so many faces I never thought I would see again.” he said with a smile. “How have you been?”“You know each
Jason’s pov“I plan to meet with Luke later and explain things to him,” I said to Ares as I got ready to go to my home office. I looked over to watch her as I finished getting ready. She looked absolutely perfect.“That’s fine with me,” she replied, kissing my cheek. “I trust all of your decisions.” I smiled and gave her a deep kiss before leaving the room. I called Luke as I headed to the office.I’ve explained to Luke what our plan is, so today Ares and I plan to announce it to the pack. We plan to tell them the whole truth. After hanging out with our daughter, we gathered the entire pack in the hall.We waited until everyone was present, including the elders, which I had stayed at the back with, Felix, Hayley, and the guards on duty. Lyla said it would be safe. We waited until everyone was settled in before I started addressing them.“Good evening everyone,” I said to the crowd. “Your Luna and I have a lot to tell you this evening. Those of you that went to fight with us against M