*** "And now, with the joining of their hands, we declare that their hearts are one and that their souls are ever bonded forever. Alpha Sebastian, Luna Natasha. You may now kiss." Elder Alpha Killian stated, a wide grin on his lips as he officiated his grandson's mating ceremony. It had been an year since the final battle and the aftermath that had required all hands on deck to ensure that balance was restored as well as normalcy. This ceremony was a welcome break from the overwhelming responsibilities that came after to ensure everything was okay once more. The Elder Alpha had been touched by their request, more than excited to join the newest couple in town who would be future of his pack. Although he and the other Elders had been dispatched to keep the other packs safe, he had received a comprehensive report of everything that had happened as had every single one of the Alphas who had been ordered to remain back and ensure that Jonathan did not send his men to cause havoc once
*** "Lex,you have to wake up now!" The voice reached through to the very depths of my mind and my dreams. The silhouette of the beautiful man before me was fading and I needed to know more. A part of me felt as if he was tearing a piece of my soul as he left. I was fully awake now and not pleased by the fact that Lucretia had woken me up. For all the love we had for each other, we were complete opposites in one respect above all. She was a morning person and I was a night person. This had resulted in an agreement between us. I wouldn’t disturb her sleep at night and she wouldn’t dare come into my room in the morning UNTIL I chose to wake up. “Ana Lucretia Michaels, you better have a very good reason for being in my room this early in the morning.”&n
*** "Why are we going shopping again?" I asked,munching on my cornflakes as Luce flipped the bacon onto her plate. "Because you've been putting it off for too long! The event is tomorrow, for goddess' sake!" Luce complained as she agressively took a bite of her set out breakfast. It was easy to see she was frustrated with the excuses I had been dishing out the entire week. It was true that we had been busy setting up everything for the meeting but I also wanted nothing to do with her idea. Of all the activities that Lucretia enjoyed, shopping made me want to jump off a bridge and that was saying something considering how girly she was. It was probably evil to do that to her but I would rather get my nails and hair done a million times than endure a shopping trip with one of the most indecisive people I had ever met. The thought itself sent a shiver down my spine. "But why can't I just use the evening gowns I have? I mean, it makes abso
*** Luci would probably wash my mouth out with wolfsbane if she knew I was criticizing the mate bond... I chuckled at the thought, tuning my mind back to the present where Luci was ranting on about how hot she looked. "...And besides,I really have a good feeling about this Gathering.I don't know why...I mean,it might be the moon goddess trying to tell me something but I have this strong feeling that I may or may not meet my mate there... Either way, a girl Has to be prepared for whatever situation..." A comfortable silence settled over us as we mulled over her words. Despite my reservations, I respected Luci's views on the mate bond and wished her nothing but happiness when she found her own mate. I knew she had been waiting a while, since we turned 18, for her other half and every year that she didn't burdened her soul and my own. "I know this is an out of the ordinary request but please make it happen this year...She
*** "Have you double checked the guard rotation like I asked you to,Gary?" I raised a brow at his light exasperated sigh as he struggled not to roll his eyes at me. We were clashing, as usual, but the arguments were not as intense as they always are. No, this time, we were trying and actually succeding to tolerate each other through the mutual discontent we held for each other. "Yeah,Lex.I double checked," His tone sounded incredibly condescending as was his cocky smirk as he put on a show for the chuckling guards. As expected, like the cliche that he was, he had his own little band of followers who did nothing but pump his ego. It was pathetic, to be honest, but far be it for me to judge someone's coping mechanism through their boring life. "I don't see how that's funny but okay. I noticed that the south side had less guards than we originally intended. Assign four more for a smoother transisition. We need to ensure that every single cardinal
** The dark figure leaned his head against the window, absolutely disinterested by the animated conversation his companion was having with their driver. He watched the trees pass by, the lush greenery of the Southern region acting as a sort of sedative to his troubled mind. Although he had protested the King's assignment at first, he was somewhat glad now that the Royal had pushed him to take time off of his official duties and visit the region. He had visited before and had loved everything about it that was quite different from the snowy capped mountains in the North and moody weather. This place was sunnier, for one, and the natural balance felt more firm, peaceful. And there also aren't any pesky nobles trying to kiss my ass and suck up to me... The region was under one of his oldest and closest friends who were NOT suck ups in any capacity whatsoever. The Werewolf Noble, though playful and carefree, still carried out all his duti
*** "We must act NOW! They have become a menace that must be eliminated at all costs! I am more than willing to dispatch my men to curb this foolish rebellion! They must be returned to their place in the shadows! We cannot allow them to reign unchecked." Alpha Asher seethed, clearly not pleased by the diplomatic methods brought forth by other Alphas who preferred a more passive approach. The Werewolf world had been at peace for centuries with the ocassional pack war being settled by the relevant officials. The Royal Family had ensured that their kind were able to co-exist peacefully, a peace that was now being threatened by the Rogue Werewolves. "It is due to our violent approaches to push them back and ostracize them that they have become as they are. They are fighting back to protect themselves and we cannot blame them for that. What we need to do is approach this differently and the only way we can do that is to explore diplomatic
*** Despite my wolf's elation within me as she connected to our Mate's wolf, I couldn't believe the events unfolding before me. It was almost as if I was stuck in a time loop as I stared into the mesmerizing eyes of my mate. His kiss had elicited a burst of electrifying emotions I had never felt before. I was lost in him; his scent, his smile, the way his lips melded perfectly with my own, the sparks that seemed to fly when he gripped my waist in his strong arms. He pulled me even closer to him if that was possible, each of us breathless from the otherwordly kiss we had shared. My emotions seemed to be magnified when I was around him. Every small touch, the way his lust filled eyes assessed me from head to toe. Heck, even his breath against my lips! Everything felt ten times more intense. It was almost as if he was an amplifier of all the naughty thoughts that had ocassionally filled my mind. Now, they were Legion and I couldn't help the blush tha
*** "And now, with the joining of their hands, we declare that their hearts are one and that their souls are ever bonded forever. Alpha Sebastian, Luna Natasha. You may now kiss." Elder Alpha Killian stated, a wide grin on his lips as he officiated his grandson's mating ceremony. It had been an year since the final battle and the aftermath that had required all hands on deck to ensure that balance was restored as well as normalcy. This ceremony was a welcome break from the overwhelming responsibilities that came after to ensure everything was okay once more. The Elder Alpha had been touched by their request, more than excited to join the newest couple in town who would be future of his pack. Although he and the other Elders had been dispatched to keep the other packs safe, he had received a comprehensive report of everything that had happened as had every single one of the Alphas who had been ordered to remain back and ensure that Jonathan did not send his men to cause havoc once
***"Would you really go this far for power, Jonathan?"My Papa murmured from beside me, he and my father emerging from the trees at the change of plans. None of us anticipated Jonathan's lengths to possess such disgusting power. It was a disturbing turn of events."Yes! To reclaim what was rightfully mine to begin with, I will eliminate the Pierce family and take over not only Nova Aeria but the world! Thank you for gathering here and making my work all the more easier! I will deal with all of you and kill your daughter as you and her darned mother watch!"Jonathan shouted, charging forward with a ferocity and power that shook the ground. He was no longer a simple opponent. He was more. The three of us shared a look before we split up, preparing for the attack to come. Although his power had increased a lot, he was slower now which allowed us to keep up as we landed blow after blow on the creature, none of which seemed to make much difference.He is much more resilent than I thought.
***The battle raged on as Rheanna and I gave support from the sidelines, eliminating our enemies under the cover of the forest that surrounded us. We could not afford to reveal ourselves, not until Jonathan came forward and revealed himself..."There is another force on this side. Davian is leading a contigent of Darklings, Rogues and Dark Mages to try and break through the barrier. We are engaging currently. He is demanding we return his wife and Marcellah to him."Alpha Reed reported through the earpiece, pin pointing the position of one of our main targets. "Will you be able to handle them or should I send you more men?"My father asked, sounding breathless as he swiftly took out his enemies with the incredible skill he was famed for. He had been integral to the clearing of many of our enemies, showing them no mercy as he traversed through the field in search of Jonathan."No. We can deal with them. Davian may prove to be a problem, though. He seems unstable...almost as if he is
***"The mages have arrived in position and report that they sense them not too far away. We're going to move out and meet them in five minutes so say your goodbyes now, people."Ira Gremory declared, chuckling at the resounding groans from the couples all around, especially those who would not be venturing forth together to the battlefield which was a clearing just beyond the barriers. Travis and Ailee chuckled, hi-fiving each other as the rest of us granted them playful frowns. They were the only two who would be fighting side by side whereas the rest were separated for easier according to their individual skills. The Nobles had been fighting together since they were younger and were more synchronized than anyone else."That cocky asshole, rubbing it in. Some things never change. They better take care of you or I'll wring that damn neck of his."Caspien stated, earning a chuckle from Luci as he engulfed her in a longing hug and promises of seeing each other as soon as the fighting
***"Holy shit. Didn't expect everyone to keep time."Ava breathed, voicing our thoughts as Rheanna let out a chuckle, uncaring of the serious mood in the room. It was so like her, so carefree and in control of her life, everyone else be damned. "Well, how nice of them to wait for us. Nothing can ever begin without the Queen and her Ladies making their entrance."Rheanna declared through a wide grin, winking playfully at me before she made her way towards her mother and Lady Rosalie, prompting us all to follow despite the looks on us. I could feel my mate's gaze on my own, pulling me to his side as he granted me a smile and gestured for me to join him.Smiling at my girls who all gave me mischievous winks and smiles, I made my way towards my waiting mate who planted a soft, chaste kiss on my cheek, his hand firmly planted on my waist despite my silent protest.I am already the center of attention not only for my changed appearance but also for my origins. I can't afford to give them
*** "You have to breathe, Lexi. Control the flow of energy through your body by breathing through it and letting it through. You've been holding back for such a long time because of the seal. Now that its gone, you must let the power through or it will hurt you as it looks for an outlet." Rheanna's instruction was welcome, guiding me through channeling the foreign energy coursing through me. The white runes on my arms began to glow, reflecting the pure white energy that slowly made its way through my body before settling in a ray of warmth in my heart. "Good. You're such a natural at this." Rheanna praised, a wide grin on her lips that I returned once I let go of the power and let it settle in a burst of warmth that felt like fireworks coursing through my body. "Only thanks to you, Rheanna. You've helped me so much. I now feel like I have mastered control to an extent." I was relieved, glad that the fear and uncertainity that I had felt during the attack was not there any more.
***"How many times did I tell those two to not give Alexandra a chance to fight them?! They should have brought her back to me immediately!"Jonathan shouted, unamused by the order of events that had kept him from achieving his one goal. To claim the demi goddess who would make his rise to power a sure thing. Her blood was the key to power beyond anyone's wildest dreams and yet his agents had not only failed but had been captured in the process."It was Ira Gremory and her bitch of a daughter! They were the ones who exposed our involvement and took away our moment to ambuish them! We almost had them!"Davian shouted angrily, his mind reeling with the possibilities of what could be happening to his wife. He hated the Mages with a passion, more so the Gremory family who had taken part in the banishment of his Father from Nova Aeria together with King Stefan.They would suffer for their actions but not at the cost of his wife who had grown to mean more to him than he anticipated..."Key
***Rhys' PoVI stared down at the woman who owned my heart, safely tucked within the Queen sized bed that was supposed to be her room once. This was her chosen haven, done so by not only her real father and my mentor, King Stefan but her mother, the very deity who created us.The truth of Nova Aeria's past was startling, more so due to the involvement of my beloved mate who had been pulled in the middle of the fighting. Malicious individuals wished to possess her, make her a puppet in their nefarious plans. The very thought nauseated me, sent chills of apprehension through me and an anger that I sated barely as I focused instead on passing all the positive energy I could onto her.Two days and she's still unable to wake up...Two harrowing, despair-filled days that I could not see her gorgeous eyes staring back at me or her smile...that I could not hear her laugh and have her warmth engulf me...Ira and Rheanna Gremory reassured us time and time again that there was nothing wrong. Tha
***It was like a vision, a dream of sorts as I took in the wonderous landscape before me. Rolling fields of jasmines stretched into the horizon, filling the place with a glorious aroma that seemed to calm me instantly. I was in awe, in a state of euphoria as I slowly walked through the sunny fields, admiring the views and the white clouds that shielded me from the rays of the sun.I was content, happier than I have ever been as I enjoyed the beauty of the scenery and the weightlessness that came with being so calm and content. I wanted to stay forever, living only in the peace that this place offered."I finally get to meet you. My precious little girl..."Her voice was like a melody, soothing and warm as it washed over me. I turned to the sound of it that was almost too familiar, the sight of her veiled countenance taking me aback momentarily. Part of me wanted to be wary of her, to keep her at arm's length away from me and yet a larger part of me wanted to run to her, to get lost i