# Chapter 86: BlairAvyaane As I uttered the words, silence descended upon the room. "I said that I agree." My vocal strength surpassed my own perception of it. "I will take care of it."The quietness only endured for a second. After that, the room burst into excitement. Voices clashed in a manner reminiscent of dueling swords. Mad. Taken by surprise. Afraid. I remained stationary in my seat, a stable force in the midst of chaos. The elaborate conference room, adorned with a tall ceiling and dark wooden paneling, now seemed cramped. Too restrictive.Elder MacKenzie lifted up her hand. The sound faded away. She glanced at me, gave a single nod. I noticed both kindness and concern in her eyes. Anxiety and another issue. Could it be respect?"Then it's agreed," she stated. Her voice remained firm and resolute. It sliced through the tension sharply. Luna Avyaane will dedicate three weeks to each of the quadruplets. In the end, she will make a selection.I glanced around the table. The sh
Chapter 87: Get Together Avyaane povI discovered Brick and Zeke waiting for me farther down the hallway. Their faces were concerned. Brick was leaning against the wall with his enormous arms crossed over his chest. Zeke was pacing, his movements rapid and angry. "You okay, boss?" Brick asked as soon as he noticed me. His deep voice was soft, contrasting with his imposing appearance. I nodded, not trusting my own voice. Zeke stopped pacing and approached. He put his hand on my shoulder. It felt warm and comforting. "Come on," he replied. "Let's get you out of here." We walked through the castle. Our footsteps echoed off the stone walls as the halls remained vacant. Tapestries illustrating pack history hung at regular intervals, their hues dimmed in the low light. Everyone else was presumably still discussing the meeting. About me. I ignored the concept, concentrating instead on the strong presence of my buddies beside me. We wound up in my room. It was excessively huge. The four-pos
# Chapter 88: Journey at DawnAvyaane pov Blair knocked on my door before the sun had risen. I was already awake. Sleep had been tricky, driven away by thoughts of what was ahead. The knock was light and seemingly tentative. This is hardly Blair's normal confident rap. I took a deep breath, adjusted my hair, and pushed open the door. I expected Blair's customary smirk. That smug grin made me want to roll my eyes. Instead, his expression was serious. Almost nervous. It knocked me off balance. "Ready?" he inquired. His voice was low, reflective of the early hour. I nodded, not trusting my own voice. My throat felt tight with fear. Blair's eyes flitted across my face, concern etched lines around his mouth. He took up my baggage without saying anything. The gesture startled me. This was not the Blair I knew. We strolled through the silent castle. Our footsteps bounced off stone walls, a lonely sound in the calm of the early morning. Shadows clung to corners, slowly fading as the first ra
Chapter 89: DownpourAvyaane povThe rain came quickly and fiercely. It hammered against the windshield in a steady pace that mirrored my heartbeat. Blair grumbled under his breath and squinted through the rain. His knuckles were white on the steering wheel. "We should pull over," I said. He shakes his head. "The hotel is right up ahead. "We will make it." I wasn't too sure. The wipers waged a lost struggle with the torrent. The world appeared like a watery blur through the glass. Trees appeared out of the gloom and faded as fast. Blair leaned forward, looking into the gray. His jaw was firm, and a muscle ticked in his face. This wasn't the Blair I knew. The smug grin had disappeared, replaced by bleak determination. It disturbed me more than the storm. The automobile had slowed to a crawl. Blair moved us ahead, battling for every yard. I grasped the armrest with my nails sinking into the leather. The rain was thunderous now, an unending roar that drowned out everything else. "There!"
Chapter 90: Fever DreamsAvyaane pov I awakened to the sound of coughing. Coughs were harsh and wracking, as if shaking the small walls of our room. For a time, I was disoriented. The strange bed, the faded flowered wallpaper, and the constant banging of rain on the window. Then everything came pouring back. The storm. Blair showed unexpected kindness. The odd, tense moment before we fell asleep. I sat up, pulling tangled hair away from my face. Blair was a lump beneath the covers of the other bed, still coughing. In the gloomy light streaming through the drapes, he appeared little. Vulnerable. It was unsettling to see him like way. "Blair?" I called quietly. "Are you okay?" The coughing has subsided. Blair's head protruded from the sheets, His hair was a tangle, and his eyes were blurry from fever. "Avy?" His voice was a croak, scarcely distinguishable. I sprang out of bed in an instant and crossed the short distance between us. Up close, I could see the redness in his cheeks and t
Chapter 91: TraumaAvyaane pov "When I was approximately eight years old, I got terribly sick with the flu. I had a high fever and could not keep anything down. Emma made this soup; I'm not sure what was in it, but it smelled dreadful. She attempted feeding it to me, but I declined. I was so tired and nauseous. "I just wanted to sleep." Blair's voice broke. I rubbed his hand with my thumb, providing subtle support. "She became enraged. Said I was being ungrateful and disobedient. She pushed my nose closed and attempted to pour the soup down my throat. I went into a panic. Couldn't breathe. I lashed out and knocked the bowl out of her grasp. The soup spread everywhere. She was infuriated. She..." He trailed off, trembling. I waited with my heart beating. "She locked me inside my room. No food or water. He said I could come out when I was ready to behave. I had been in there for two days before my folks discovered me. "Oh, Blair," I muttered in horror. "That's... it's abuse. Do you
Chapter 92: Untainted JealousyAvyaaneThe sun beat down on the windshield, creating swirling shadows on the dashboard. I leaned back in the passenger seat and felt the soft leather against my skin. Blair's rich and sincere laughter filled the entire car. It was a sound I had become accustomed to over the previous three weeks. "I still can't believe you actually did it," he remarked, shaking his head. His eyes crinkled at the corners, and a smile played across his lips. I grinned, recalling the ludicrous dare that had led to my attempt to surf on a paddleboard. "Hey, you're the one who bet I couldn't stay up for more than ten seconds." "And I've never been happier to lose a bet," Blair laughed. "The look on your face when that wave hit—priceless."The recollection poured over me, as vivid as the day it occurred. The salt spray on my face, the perilous wobble of the board beneath my boots, and then the unexpected rush of water as I fell into the ocean. I'd come up sputtering, only to d
Chapter 93: LoganAvyaane Several hours passed in uneasy quiet. Paved roads transitioned to gravel, then dirt. The trees gathered up around us, shutting off the brightness. I tried to keep track of where we were heading, but after an hour, everything began to seem the same—endless green punctuated by the occasional flash of a stream or the gray of a rocky protrusion. As we drove, my thoughts turned back to the previous three weeks with Blair. It had started off difficult, with both of us nervous and on edge. But sometime along the way, things changed. Perhaps it was the night we stayed up chatting about our childhoods, or the day we got caught in an unexpected thunderstorm and ended up laughing like kids. We splashed across puddles. Whatever it was, by the conclusion of our time together, I'd seen a side of Blair that I didn't know existed. Logan's voice broke through my reverie. "Did you have fun?" I turned to face him, shocked by the unexpected inquiry. His gaze was concentrated on
Chapter 111: Eternal LoveAvyaane pov As I stood on the balcony, looking out over the vast expanse of the pack lands, I couldn't help but feel a deep sense of thankfulness and astonishment. The sun was just starting to set, painting the sky in a stunning array of reds and golds, and the gentle breeze carried the familiar scents of home - the earthy richness of the forest, the sweet fragrance of the blooming wildflowers, the faint hint of pine that had always been a comforting presence in my life. I felt completely at peace in moments like these, when the world appeared to slow down and all of the noise and commotion of daily life faded away. This area, this pack, and this family. It was where I belonged, where I had discovered the unconditional love and acceptance I had sought for so long. A gentle giggle from behind me grabbed my attention, and I turned to see Chad stroll out onto the balcony, a playful grin on his lovely face. "Penny for your thoughts, my love?" He muttered, throwi
Chapter 110: Family Avyaane povAnd we were. In the weeks and months that followed, the darkness of Allison's breakdown vanished, giving way to the dazzling, unshakeable joy that filled our lives. The triplets thrived, becoming more beautiful and lively with each passing day, and Chad's commitment to them - and to me - appeared to grow stronger every time. The rest of our family took note of the transformation as well. Logan, Killian, and Blair, who had previously viewed Allison's presence in Chad's life with a mixture of wariness and hatred, Now she welcomed our growing family with open arms, adoring the babies with a zeal that touched my heart. "Look at you, all grown up and starting a family of your own," Killian had taunted one day as he cradled our daughter. "I never thought I'd see the day." Chad had chuckled, his arm wrapped securely around my waist. "Yeah, well, don't get too comfortable," he had said. "You three are next in line, you know." The accompanying laughing and frie
Chapter 109: Closure and New LifeAvyaane pov Finally, the day came. As I held our baby daughter in my arms, the intensity of my love and appreciation threatened to overwhelm me. Her tiny, flawless features—the button nose, the delicate rosebud lips, the thick, dark lashes that fanned across her plump cheeks—filled me with a sensation of astonishment that I had never felt before. When I looked up, Chad's eyes were filled with tears of joy, his gaze riveted on the small infant cradled in my embrace. He reached out and carefully touched the curve of our daughter's cheek, his touch gentle and reverent. "She's... she's perfect, Avy," he said softly, his voice full with emotion. "Absolutely perfect." I felt a flood of pride and love wash over me, so I leaned into his touch, enjoying the warmth and comfort of his presence. After all of our hardships and tribulations to get to this point, finally having our family together and whole was more than I could have asked for. My heart swelled as
Chapter 108 :HomecomingAvyaane pov "I'm glad you're here, Avy," he muttered. "We all are." I nodded and moved my gaze over to where Chad was standing, watching the reunion with a soft, almost reverent face. Our eyes connected, and I knew I'd made the proper decision. This was where I belonged, with him and his family—my family. As time passed, it became evident that this return was not without difficulties. Allison, Chad's on-and-off-again girlfriend, was not pleased with my homecoming and made no secret of it. "I can't believe you're just letting her waltz back in here, after everything she's done," she snapped one evening, her eyes narrowing with anger as she stared at Chad. Chad, to his credit: stayed calm, his voice steady as he responded. "Avyaane is my dear companion, Allison. She and our child belong here, alongside me. I will not turn my back on them again." Allison's lips tightened into an angry line, but she said nothing more and walked away with a huff. I watched her leav
Chapter 107: Second Chance Avyaane pov The subtle click of the church door shutting behind me echoed in my ears, drowning out the quiet murmuring of the guests inside. My heart hammered in my chest as I stood there, grasping the fabric of my dress, torn between the life I had chosen and the one offered to me. Just moments earlier, I had been standing at the altar, ready to devote my life to Ethan, to start a new future with him. A future that was secure, straightforward, and free of the complexities that had plagued my past. A future that, while not what I had hoped for, seemed like it could bring me happiness. And now, in only a few heartbeats, That well planned future had been turned on its head. Because standing in front of me, with desperation and hope engraved into every line of his face, was the man I had loved with every fiber of my being - and still loved, if I was honest with myself. Chad. The sight of him storming through the church doors and yelling to halt the wedding ha
# Chapter 106: Last-Minute RescueChad pov The road stretched out before Chad, a ribbon of tarmac cutting across the thick jungle. His hands held the steering wheel so firmly that his knuckles became white, and his gaze was locked on the horizon, as if he could will his destination into view with sheer willpower. Avyaane was getting married. The words rang in his thoughts like a constant drumbeat, matching the pounding of his heart. Married. To somebody else. To a human who will never completely understand her or offer her the life she deserves. Chad's jaw clinched as he imagined this unknown man - Ethan - holding Avyaane, petting her, and nurturing the child he should have had. Their child. He had no idea the youngster existed until only a few hours before.Guilt and regret rushed over him in waves. How had he let things get this far? How had he allowed Avyaane slip away, making her believe she had to face this alone? "I should have fought for her," Chad mumbled, barely audible abov
Avyaane pov Blair's face was lighted by the gentle glow of the computer screen in his darkened room. His fingers paused over the keyboard, hesitating for a little minute before he began typing: *Hello, Avy. * *How do you feel? Is the small one causing you any problems? Blair pushed send and leaned back in his chair, running his hand through his unkempt hair. It was late (or early, depending on your perspective), but he knew Avyaane would be up. She reported in her last email that the baby had been really active at night. Sure enough, a response came in almost immediately: *Blair! I'm fine, just sleepy. Your niece or nephew appears to believe my ribs is a soccer ball. *How are things doing on your end? Blair's lips curved into a faint smile. Even through the impersonal medium of email, he could hear Avyaane's voice and imagine the sarcastic twist of her lips as she complained about the baby's antics. *Same old, same old," he texted back. *Logan is still on his redemption trip, Killian
Chapter 103: New BeginningsAyvyaane povWillow Creek, a small town, was not at all like the pack areas I had left behind. Nestled in a valley surrounded by rolling hills, it was a community where everyone knew everything about everyone else, and outsiders were received with equal parts curiosity and distrust. It had been three months since I left the quadruplets and my previous life behind. Three months spent creating a new identity and learning to navigate the human world on my own. And after three months of watching my body transform, the small life inside me becomes stronger by the day. I had found work at the neighborhood bookstore, a little business that smelled of old paper and possibilities. The owner, a kind-hearted woman named Margaret, had taken one look at me: alone, pregnant, and plainly out of my element, and gave me not only a job, but also a home in the small apartment above the business. It wasn't a lot, but it was mine. A location where I could start over, where I c
Avyaane povKillian's gaze became gentler. "I am aware that you have," he mentioned. "And perhaps you are correct. However, Avy, at what price? To what extent are you prepared to give up part of yourself in the hope that Logan might transform?"His words had a strong impact on me, leading me to face the questions I had been ignoring. To what extent was I ready to sacrifice? Was it right to make Killian wait while I sorted it out?"I confessed, barely whispering, "I'm not sure." "I simply understand that I must make an attempt."Killian nodded, his face adorned with a melancholic smile. "I comprehend," he responded. "And I'll be here, Avy. No matter what happens, I'll be here."As he pulled me into a hug, I felt a wave of gratitude and love wash over me. Whatever happened with Logan, I knew Killian would always be my rock.The next day, I sought out Chad. Of all the quadruplets, he was the one I knew least. He'd always been on the periphery, quiet and watchful. I found him in the train