# Chapter 100: CrossroadsAyvThe morning that followed was sunny and clear, however, my thoughts were far from bright. I had a sleepless night shifting and twisting, going through yesterday's argument in the garden repeatedly. The pain reflected in Killian's eyes and the vulnerability in Logan's gaze tormented me equally.On my journey to the pack council chambers, my stomach was filled with anxiety. Today was the day I had feared - the day I needed to address the elders with my plan for uniting the packs. However, in the midst of my personal problems, how could I concentrate on the dynamics within the pack?I stopped in front of the sturdy oak doors, inhaling deeply to calm my nerves. I told myself, "Concentrate, Avyaane." 'The future of the packs hinges on this.'When I pushed the doors open, the quiet conversation suddenly stopped. Everyone looked at me, a combination of curiosity and doubt evident on the elders' faces. I saw Killian up ahead, his face showing no emotion. Logan re
Chapter 101: Unrequited LoveAvyaane pov The heaviness of Logan's disclosure lingered in the space between us. His tale of being held captive and tortured deeply affected me, causing a strong mix of horror, empathy, and an unexpected sense of protectiveness. As time went by, I felt torn between my deepening bond with Logan and my unresolved emotions for Killian.However, I couldn't neglect the presence of two additional individuals in this complex situation. Chad and Blair, the remaining two siblings in the quartet, had been lingering on the outskirts of this conflict for an extended period of time. In order to truly help this family heal, I had to grasp the understanding of each individual in it.Keeping that in consideration, I chose to allocate specific time for each of the quadruplets, aiming to understand their individual challenges and possibly unify them all.I began with Killian, aware that talking to him would pose the biggest challenge. We encountered each other in the gard
Avyaane pov While we sat observing the sun descending over the valley, I experienced a revived feeling of determination. These four brothers, each unique but connected by blood and common past, required restoration. And in some way, whether good or bad, I had become involved in their narrative.The question was, could I assist them in healing without sacrificing my own well-being in the process?As time went on, I discovered that I was spending increasing amounts of time with Chad. His silent resilience and constant devotion to his family had a captivating effect on me. We practiced together, examined pack histories closely, and had lengthy conversations about all sorts of topics.I attempted to convince myself that it was simply a bond of friendship, merely a consequence of getting more familiar with him. However, I couldn't overlook the quickening of my heart when he smiled at me, or the sensation of electricity that seemed to pass between us during our sparring sessions.Killian n
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
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 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 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
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