AureliaThe Bear’s Kingdom is so different from home. It takes some time to get used to things here and how everything works. While werewolves often had moon gatherings and ran together, Bears have a tradition of hunting together.It’s something I had never tried or experienced before, but slowly, I felt better. Then again, I’ve been here for two months, so I should be better at it by now.Today, Queen Mishka and King Thorben have taken a step back. Arktos and I will lead this ball. It’s our first public appearance together as a couple since we arrived here.I accepted that I would live here. Arktos is going to be King, the only son of the royal family, so I will be his Queen.“How are you feeling?” He looks at me, and I smile.“Nervous, but I’ll be fine,” I say as we reach the door. The dress I’m wearing ensures that my marks are showing. Bears are different to Werewolves.Arktos didn’t bite to claim me; it wouldn’t work anyway, as he’s not a wolf. Instead, Bears claim their mates by
AsherStorm was meant to return before me, but she wasn't here when I returned. All we know is that they slowed down a bit, adding extra hours to the journey.Now, it's been hours. Aurelia is back, and my parents are trying to track down Storm and Orion. It would be easier if they weren't between cities. It would be easier if they answered the phone."Guards should be finding them soon," Darius looks at me. He seems so calm, considering she is missing. Okay, she is not missing, but she is still missing to me anyway."When will we hear from the guards?" I ask, and he shrugs."They were told to call as soon as they found them, so anytime now," he explains. While we wait, my mum walks around, looking just as anxious as me."She will be fine," Zyra walks over and sits beside me."You given up on the silent treatment?" I laugh slightly, and she nods."Only because I feel sorry for you. Don't think I'm over it, though," she smirks, and I nod."I'm sorry," I whisper and kiss her cheek. It wa
StormBeing in the Fae kingdom was terrific. I'm eager to return home, though. Which, I guess, was my mistake. The Fae doctor warned me to stay calm and not push myself.Well, I did. I pushed myself too much to get ready and leave on time. When it came time to stop in town for a break, it lasted ten minutes before I insisted we begin the journey again.Stress didn't help clearly as I went into labour in the back of the car while arguing with Orion. He did nothing wrong; I just wanted to get home despite the drivers and guards needing a break.I was vocal when my waters broke, and I began to have pains. We had stopped in the middle of rogue territory but didn't have a choice. It was just good thinking of Queen Nymeria that we take a doctor with us.If we hadn't, then what? I hate to think of how bad things could have gone without the doctor there. Orion was amazing, though; he helped keep my calm while I was panicking and freaking out.It was after I had the girls and was holding them
StormThe weddings passed by quickly. Each had its traditions, and it was amazing to see the differences between them.Elijah and Seraphine's wedding was held under the palace in the sea. What followed was truly extraordinary. Using magic, the guests were bestowed with the ability to breathe underwater, a transformation that left everyone in awe.It felt strange at first, but slowly, I relaxed and got used to it. Talking was an issue; I panicked when I considered drowning, but the magic made it possible to speak. It was like we were mermaids without the tails.Everyone's outfits were stunning, made with shells, pears and such. It was nice to see the Merfolk's traditions.Elijah has done fantastic. He's been focused on helping change the palace to fit Seraphine, learning to become King, and learning the Merfolk language.This means that while he said his vows so we could understand them, he repeated them in the Merfolk language. It was a special moment, something that Seraphine and her
This is the start of part 3!ElijahAfter the wedding, things went quickly. Everything changed, and it was meant to be for good, but is it?"Has he spoken to you?" Kellan looks at me."Nothing, Dad. I try, and he pushes me out." I'm worried for him. He's slipping further and further away, and I'm not sure how to bring back my brother."There has to be a reason; he isn't just hiding because it's fun." My dad looks at me before turning to Kellan. "This is an issue; we need to figure out what is causing it."He's right. Asher was meant to take over with me, but now? He's so distant he's almost not even family. He's the same with Storm, which is unusual."Are you sure he hasn't spoken to you?" My mum looks at me."Nothing. Do you think I'm not worried? I am. He locks himself in that room and barely leaves. Zyra is lost; he pushes her out. He runs if I get Seraphine too close; he's hiding something."Why else would he fear Seraphine?"So what do we do?" My mum looks at us."I don't know. W
AsherI slept a lot on the way back home. I feel uneasy and off, and I'm not entirely sure why. I'm putting it down to travelling so often and constantly being in my Dragon form. It takes a lot of energy to stay in form.Walking into the palace, Zyra's arm is wrapped around mine. She smiles at me, and I smile back."Ready?" Elijah looks at me as soon as I step foot in the door."Couldn't say hello, could you?" I laugh slightly."We've got time for hellos on our way to the offices; come on," Elijah laughs and walks off.Groaning, I turn to Zyra and smile. "See you soon, right? Go find Seraphine and Storm." Kissing her briefly, I walk away. Getting into the offices, I sit down."Welcome home Asher," Elijah chuckles."Okay, enough, come on." I wait, and he pushes papers to me. This is becoming a frequent thing. Typically, we work together, and then for a week, I go back to the Dragons, and he sorts everything. Then, at some point, he visits the Merfolk, and I sort things.We're getting i
AsherWhen I wake, I barely feel rested at all. Maybe it's because I haven't slept well? The night seemed to drag on for hours, and every time I settled into sleep, the whispers began again."You kept waking," Zyra's words are quiet.Turning, I smile at her. "Sorry if I woke you." Leaning forward, I kiss her."It's fine. You have me worried, though. So, we're not going back for a few months. My brother can deal with it, and then maybe you won't be so exhausted."She's too kind. "If you want to go home, we will go Zyra; I can't keep you to myself, not when your brother wants you home with him."I feel selfish for having her here."No, I want to be with you, and I want you to be healthy. So if that means not seeing my brothers, I won't." She climbs onto me and smiles. "I'm happy to stay here. It's not like there aren't enough high places here to make it feel like home.""We currently live on water, and it's hardly anything like the Dragon Kingdom at all. Your palace is built within the
AsherI walk into the office and see Elijah sitting with my parents."Are you okay?" My mum looks at me, and I nod."Totally. What's the plan for today?" I sit and wait. I'll discuss my plan after we do the necessary work."You're planning a giving event," Darius smiles at me."Are we doing the event?" It's usually them that do it."Yes. The plan is for you and Zyra to do half the day and Elijah and Seraphine to do the other half. We will be close by for any issues, but it's one of those events where you have to think on the spot and consider everything." My dad hands me papers."It will also give the kingdom a chance to see how you both are doing at taking over. Let's be honest. If you can sit there for hours, listen to people, and act—help them—then you've proven enough." Darius looks at me, and I nod."Are you and Zyra ready?" Elijah looks at me."Yes, we've spoken about it a lot. We've taken part here and in her own kingdom. So we will be fine." I glanced through the papers. These