author povCrael was sitting against an old willow tree with Lorna between his legs and leaning against his chest. They had not had very much alone time since he had decided to accept her as his soul mate. He needed to discuss a trip home to their realm, they were weakening and needed to recharge fo
Demon stopped tickling the little boy and looked to make sure there was no ooze on him. It was out of habit he did this, for he had not left a bit of ooze on anyone or thing since Evelynn and Gammy had done the spell on him. He looked at his hands and arms, which were black but had not oozing thick
author povKatia noticed Zor's nose twitching as people came and went carrying out Doc's instructions. After Mark and Lorn had left, Zor kept sniffing toward the foot of the bed. Katia inhaled deeply, just as Selene asked, "Do you smell that? It smells like puppies and frog guts in here." She wrinkl
Embarrassed, Demon gasped, "Leo you cannot speak to the moon goddesses like that. He is just protective of me. I apologize. He does not mean to be rude."Katia laughed, "Yes, he did. Didn't you Young Leo? He thinks because his father is our uncle, he can boss us around. I hope you do not allow him t
author povNathan stood outside the door, listening for any sign that Katia needed something. Lorn was keeping Nathan company in case Selene wanted to see him. He was still trying to understand that the mate he rejected matched him with her twin sister because both of them were the moon goddess. He
As Leo and Demon headed down the hall, Nathan and Lorn entered the room cautiously and shut the door. The two men settled themselves in the chairs on each side of the bed. They sat quietly, waiting for one of their mates to speak. Selene spoke first, as Katia sat looking at Nathan."Well, what did t
Nathan was stroking Katia's hair down her back, reassuring her, "My sweet girl, I promise I will never hurt you like that again. If you make me angry, I will walk away until I am calm. When I return, we will talk about it. I will not take anything from you. Your happiness and love are important to m
author povNathan stood on the porch of the little cabin and waved to Lorn. The alpha of the Starlight pack was staying with his mate in the cabin next door to the one he and Katia were staying in. Lorn had filled him in on what they had discovered and the reason for the Starlight pack to travel to
We sat there for what felt like an eternity, the silence pressing against my ears like a scream held too long. Time blurred in the heavy stillness, broken only by the quiet sobs and the rustle of leaves under careful steps. We mourned lives we had barely known, souls who had barely brushed our world
Mark was right behind her, but he froze, his eyes locked on the fire as realization dawned. He moved to help, tearing away the burning debris with shaking hands."Oh, Goddess… no."I threw my hands over the mother’s ears, trying to shield her from the sounds, but her eyes were rolling back when I lo
*Trigger Warning-Death of mother and pups. Please read at your discretion. This chapter is written to further the book, and I mean no disrespect to anyone who has lost a child*"No," I whispered, my voice barely louder than a breath, but the anguish behind it clawed at my throat. Then, as the horror
“No,” Agnes said softly, a tear slipping down her cheek. “She wasn’t crazy, Alpha. She was doing everything she could to keep her babies alive. She fed them what little milk her body could produce and kept them quiet and safe.”I couldn’t stay quiet anymore. The weight of it was too much.“They were
I had no idea how long we had been running. The cool air rushed past me, carrying the scent of damp earth and the ever-present forest musk. The steady sound of paws pounding against the ground echoed through the trees as we followed the river, its shimmering surface guiding us. My heart hammered in
I watched in awe as she stood unyielding yet filled with love before her mate. Alpha Nathan’s jaw clenched; his eyes filled with reluctant acceptance. "Fine," he grumbled, but his voice was affectionately laced. "But if this weakens you… I’m not carrying you back.""Yes, you will," she whispered wit
"How can you be sure it’s her you feel and not something sinister trying to lead us into a trap?" Alpha Mark's voice was low but filled with concern, his piercing gaze locking onto mine. His words echoed through my mind, making my stomach twist in uncertainty. But I knew. I felt it deep within my so
I am so grateful for the care Agnes and I have received. The burning fire of silver and wolfsbane that once raged in my veins has finally dulled to a quiet ache. I feel stronger now, steadier on my feet, though the shadows of what we endured still cling to the edges of my mind. Poor Agnes, though...
I awaken—finally—dragged from the void like a drowned thing hauled from the depths. The air burns my lungs, and for a moment, I wonder if this is what it feels like to be among the living again.Inside me, Zor stirs, his presence vast and primal, like a beast curling lazily in the corners of my mind