King Gideon’s POVShaking off the feeling I had, I walked to the door and pulled it open. The hallway was quiet which was kind of weird seeing the Council usually has staff here when they were here. This was a normal thing having meetings at night but something about tonight was off.My Lycan was on high guard, he could feel something wasn't right about tonight. He was telling me I should run and leave this place that this was a trap. But I couldn’t leave the Council hanging because then it would make me look weak. I knew I had to keep going even though my better judgment was telling me now.Walking down the long hallway, I started to smell something weird, it almost smelled like blood but it was mixed with something else. I wasn't sure, but I slowly made my way to the Council room. Closing my eyes I knew what I wanted to say to them, it would be a quick meeting and then I would let my Lycan run for the night and get to the hotel and then head home once everything was taken care of.I
Oliver’s POVWalking back to my office, I hoped everyone would come with me. I needed the help, seeing the King Gideon was wicked and he would do everything in his power to ensure Soma was his. I wanted to show him that we weren’t scared of him, and we would be willing to kill as many people as we could if he had to. I wanted to show these Alpha’s that I was stable, but it was clear I wasn't. Even if I had everything going well for me, I felt that deep darkness that plagued my soul more and more each day. I needed Soma, she was my cure. I had a feeling she would be the one that made that darkness go away, and it was something I wanted badly. I hoped she still loved me after all of this, it scared me knowing she was alone and probably thinking I abandoned her.“So,” Micah said coming into my office. “Most of the Alpha’s left, they told me that they had things that needed to be taken care of. I guess some rogues found out they were here and decided to attack their packs.”This wasn't su
Oliver’s POVFeeling a little more confident than I was a few hours ago even though we didn’t have the help that I was hoping for, it didn’t matter we were going to get through this. We would kill or be killed, but at least my mate would know I was fighting for her. I was tired of being this pathetic Alpha, it was time I found my light, it was time I fought back instead of having people walk all over me.I wasn't sure why my pack supported me all these years, but I was glad they had my back. They knew I was bringing the Luna home so they all wanted me to do my best to bring her safely home. I knew it was taking a chance, but the Council made a bad mistake and now they were going to see just how pissed off I was.“Here’s your bag,” Micah said coming outside with us. “You better bring yourself and your mate back here safely, don’t make me regret not forcing you to take me with you,” he said handing me the bag.“Don't worry I have enough help, we’re not going to be long. I will call you
Vampire King’s POV“Oliver Stone is here with another male and Nick is also here.” One of the vampires said coming into the Council Hall.“I guess we should get ready.” I smiled. “I guess this is goodbye King Gideon it was nice knowing you, but so glad your rein is ending and I don’t have to deal with you anymore,” I said sitting back down.I knew Oliver was going to be glad to get his revenge but he isn't going to like that I am going to take his mate and he isn't getting her back the way she was. He would have to accept her as the hybrid vampire and we all know the werewolves hate our kind.“Get ready when they come in here we have to be quick,” I spoke.“I hope he kills you.” King Gideon growled.“No, I think he is going to kill you.” I mused. “But I will give him a run for his money if he thinks he can hurt me. He hasn't been able to get close enough to me, but I will allow it to show you he isn't as strong as he should be.”“Threaten him with his mate and see how far you get with
Vampire King’s POVOliver was the only one that I felt wasn't a threat. Maybe it was because he was that close to his mate that he didn’t want to take a chance and hurt anyone. I wanted to see his face when he saw her, I know Roman was left in charge of her, I knew King Gideon didn’t even know his kind was with me. She was going to be mine, Roman was the reason I was able to get into their walls without anyone knowing, so with that I told him I would allow him anything he wanted.“Is this the werewolf?” one of my generals asked.“Yeah, he is the one I hope makes things easier,” I said looking at Oliver. “But he has one of those crazy wolves when provoked so you have to watch him carefully,” I said looking at the castle. “Has there been any movement lately?”“No it seems like they are expecting nothing,” he said shrugging his shoulders. “Where is the King?”“Here,” I said tossing him the bag with his head. “I think this will get people to realize he is dead and Nathaniel can retake his
Soma’s POVWatching the doors I was nervous about what was about to happen to Darcy, I didn’t want to see her die because she wanted to give me a chance to run away. When the doors opened, and a guard was speaking to someone I was getting nervous. I thought I knew the voice but I wasn't sure.When he walked into the room I knew it was the Vampire King. What was he doing here? Was he going to be the one that kills Darcy and me? I was afraid, but I knew I had to be strong otherwise these Lycans and vampires would hurt me, I didn’t want to show them I was just this human they thought they could bully.“Ah finally!” Roman said moving away from us, Darcy and Max. I didn’t want them getting hurt because they didn’t like King Gideon.“Sorry, but your King took his sweet time coming to us.” The Vampire King complained. “But at least we are here to finish our business deal.”“And where is the King?” Roman asked moving a little away from the Vampire King. It was almost funny because even though
Soma’s POVAfter Roman guards took away Max, Oliver finally was on his knees. I knew he wasn't going to let anything more happen to me. I wanted to get closer to him but they had him out of my reach.“Oliver,” I called, but he didn’t look at me. I felt a sadness building but I had to remember they drugged him with something otherwise he would have already gotten to me.“So Nathaniel since you don’t want to help me, I am going to start my torture of your daughter at least until your mate arrives and when you don’t comply I am going to mark her and make her mine, and then we are going to kill you both together.”I tried slipping my hands out of the chains, but they seemed like they were coated with something, it was kind of burning my wrists. I wanted to tell Roman he was hurting me, but clearly, he had all of this planned. I didn’t want to see anyone die, but seeing Roman begging for his life was something I could see. I knew what I was feeling was wrong, but with everything that I had
Vampire King’s POVWatching everything go down in slow motion was inviting. When I found out Roman had Nathaniel’s mate, I could see it was beginning to bring out his Lycan. I didn’t want to see Nathaniel hurt but if they killed each other I would just move my Clan into this castle and force the other Lycans to bow down to me, and show me the respect the vampires had lacked all these years.Lost in my thoughts I didn’t see Oliver lunge at Roman, I stood there and watch everything unfold. It was amazing that Oliver was able to fight through the drugs they were weak against, but it was also good that he was going to kill Roman.I thought Roman was a good Lycan but clearly, he wanted more power than King Gideon had. He wanted the same things he did, and he was just like King Gideon. So it was something I knew would be a good ending if Oliver hurt him or killed him at least.“Finally!” Roman growled at Oliver. “I was beginning to think I would have to beat your mate to death to get you to
Soma’s POVFollowing Oliver to his office, I was a little nervous to speak to my father. Since I hadn’t heard his voice, it was going to be weird, but I knew we needed to speak. I was excited to invite him over to New York so he could see me become Luna. I wasn’t sure if he would have some kind of expectation about me being a Princess and if I would become Queen in the future. I was hoping I wouldn’t have to be but if it came down to it I would.“Hey, Nathaniel,” Oliver said into the phone. “I apologize for not calling sooner, with everything happening quickly I kind of lost track of time.” He said looking at her. “Soma would like to talk to you, she wants to tell you something important.” He said before handing the phone to me.“Hey, dad.”“It’s good to hear your voice, how are you feeling?” he asked.“I am better still a little weak, and I haven’t heard my wolf so I don’t know why she has still locked away,” I said with a sad tone.“Well, she will come when the time is right.” He as
Oliver’s POVWatching Soma take her store apart was painful for me too, I could see that she didn’t want to do this but she was forcing herself to do it. I wanted to stop her and tell her we should come back another day when she was ready, but I knew she was stubborn and wouldn’t let me pull her away from something she was already doing. The only thing I could do is support her and do what she needed me to do.Her spirits picked up when I told her I wanted to sell her tea at my shop. I knew it would give her something to do when she wanted to come back to the human world. I was glad Micah made friends with the owner because he did give us a break because of what happened to Soma. I knew things would be better for Soma once this was done.“I am going to start taking boxes over, I’ve called Micah to come and stay here and help with the rest of the stuff,” I spoke.“Okay, this is almost it.” She said putting the rest of the shelve she was working on in a box. “Can you see if there are an
Soma’s POVWatching Oliver freak out until I was done with my coffee and cookies was entertaining but now, I was faced with my store and my decision. I sighed getting Oliver’s attention, I knew he was going to ask me the same questions he did last night and I just had to be firm with my answers. As much as I didn’t want to give up my dream, it was the only way I knew how to let go of my past and the hurt that I faced.My adopted parents abandoned me because of this store, and that hurt almost as much as what Detective Marks had done to me. I knew they were different pains but they still hurt no matter what.“I think I am ready to go over there,” I said looking across the street.“Alright.” He said getting up. “Micah we’re going across the street, if you need something mind link me.”“Yeah, yeah.” He said waving his hand at us. He was still grossed out by the gum thing and probably annoyed because he was picking it by hand and it was fun watching his face. But we needed to get things d
Soma’s POVOpening my eyes to Oliver coming back into the room, I yawned and stretched and smiled when he sat down.“Where did you go?” I asked.“I had to talk to Micah about our plans for today.” He smiled. “You should go back to sleep; you’ve only been sleeping for a few hours.”“I know, but I want to get this over and done with and then we could come back here and I could relax a little by the lake.”“Sun bathing is always nice, just don’t do it naked.” He warned playfully.“I don’t do that!” I snapped at him; I knew he would love to watch me lay out naked but I was still shy about my body.Going to the tea store was going to be depressing, my whole dream was out the window and there wasn’t anything I could do about it. I didn’t want to shut down, but I knew it was for the best. I didn’t want Oliver stressing about me being over here alone, and honestly, I didn’t know if I could handle all the stress that came with running the store again. I knew Nick would want to come and help if
Oliver’s POVFinding out Soma woke up, part of me didn’t want to believe it because when I left her a little while ago, she didn’t seem like she wanted to wake up. I ran as fast as I could up the stairs, she was standing there with the two warriors I assigned to guard my door. My heart went into my throat, was I seeing a ghost? Was she really there? Am I going crazy? All those questions went through my head, but as soon as I touched her everything made sense, and she was awake! Remembering when she first woke up was a fresh reminder that the Moon Goddess was good and she was looking out for us, she loved me and I shouldn’t have doubted it.Watching her eat was funny, it’s like she forgot how to eat or she was overly hungry and wanting to eat as much as she could before someone took her plate away. I knew she was battling the demons inside her and there was nothing I couldn’t do about it. I was a little sad that she wanted to close her store, but I knew it was for the best. She needed
Soma’s POVI walked around the house and the yard, and I explored the shop. Oliver watched me curiously, I think he was hoping I would say something but I didn’t know what to say. He has done so much for me, I don’t even know where to begin.Finally turning to face him. “I think I want to close the tea shop, I don’t think it’s for me anymore.” I frowned. “I mean I loved my dream, but I feel like we have something bigger planned for us, and I am ready to take that step.”“Are you sure that is something you want to do?” he asked coming closer to me. “We can keep the store open, I can even send some help for you so you are not alone.”“No,” I said shaking my head. “If I don’t close the store I will regret it, and I want to be closer to home I know you want me here too.”“Well yeah of course I do, but I don’t want you to feel like you are a prisoner here because you don’t feel like you’ll be safe. We’re always going to make sure no one can hurt you, and this time I am not going to be hesi
Soma’s POVOliver and I chatted until dinner was done. I wasn't sure if I had to move, and I didn’t. Oliver made everyone move things around to be around me. I loved how he wanted me to be in charge of things, but I wasn't ready to be that person.“Did Nick ever go back to London?”“Present!” Nick exclaimed. “I heard that you finally woke up sleeping beauty,” he said kissing me on my head. “You have missed a lot maybe after dinner Oliver will allow me some time with you so we can catch up.”“Maybe not.” Oliver snapped. “She needs her rest, and so do I, she is coming with me after dinner. Tomorrow the two of you can talk and have your fun if she is strong enough,” he said looking at me. “As long as you’re okay with that.”“Of course I am.” I smiled.“So tomorrow.” Nick smiled. I knew he was hiding something, I hope it was something good. I didn’t want any bad news. Since I woke up today I have felt this calming feeling. It might be because the Moon Goddess said she would be around to e
Soma’s POVOpening my eyes, the Moon Goddess was right. I was able to see, and I wasn’t in the castle anymore. I felt better knowing Oliver managed to bring me to his packhouse. I didn’t know this room as I’d never seen it before but it smelled like Oliver did when I was around him. I wanted to go and find him, but the Moon Goddess told me to take it slow since I was in a coma for a while. My body did feel weak, but I knew that was just a small thing compared to what I would be feeling when I saw his eyes for the first time. I couldn’t wait to kiss him and feel his warmth all around me.I moved my legs to the side of the bed and slowly stood up, I felt sick to my stomach but I didn’t want to sit back down. I knew I needed to move around so I could get my energy back. I wasn't sure where Oliver would be, I hoped he would be close enough that someone would let him know I was awake. I hoped he wasn't overly stressed about me being unconscious, but I knew he loved me. I shouldn’t have dou
Soma’s POV“What are you thinking about Soma?” Seff asked, I found feel her wet nose on my leg.“I don’t know,” I admitted. I didn’t know what to think or what to feel. Why were we stuck in this place? Was it because they had to force Seff back because of how crazy she was, or was it because I needed the protection and this was the only way anyone knew how. “I am trying to figure out a way to get out of here. I felt that power again, it was for a while and then it got cold. I think it might be Oliver.”“It might be, I mean he is worried about you. I kind of could feel his wolf it’s very faint but I can feel something.” She said to sound more positive. “I don’t think we’re going to be here much longer, I feel the light coming for us. Maybe it’s the Moon Goddess coming to see us before she allows us to leave.”“She comes and sees people?” I asked.“Yeah, of course, especially those that are lost and scared. You see she wanted me to come to you when you were a baby because she knew the k