Brielle's POVMiranda and Morgan were looking at me with horror on their faces. One minute I was desperately banging on the door and now I blew a hole open in the basement. I got angry, extremely angry and a surge of power coursed through my veins. I didn't know what to do or how to stop it but the feeling was familiar. I let it all out.I was shocked as well but but I was glad that it happened. All of us heard a groan of pain under the rubble. Julian was banged up from the impact of the blast." You guys stay here. I'll handle this."" No, stop, Brielle. What just happened?" Morgan asked still looking mortified." I don't know, okay. I don't know but I need to get this man out here so yoy can be safe."" Did you do that?" Morgan asks looking at me.I didntc answer her. I knew what this was but its a side about me that I never told them about. I was suddenly afraid of what they will think about me. But they saw what I did and there is no way I can deny it and they won't unsee it. So I
Xavier's POVHours after Julian locked me in the dungeon, I was writhing in pain. But the physical pain was not more than that of the heart. My friend and king time brother, went against me and betrayed me. I never thought that I would live to see the day Julian and I were at odds. He of all people decided to go against me and do all this.I thought I would stay confined in the dungeon through it all but someone came to my aid. Someone unexpected. I never thought that she would let me go since she was very fond of Julian. She came to me and untied me, freeing me from the dungeon. I was weak from all the wolfsbane and silver. Sandra helped me and tended ti kyb wounds." Why are you doing this? Why are you helping me? Are you not in league with Julian?" I asked her. She looked so sad and disntc immediately answer my question.I winced as she bandaged my chest a little bit tightly foe comfort." I'm helping you because it is the right thing to do. You are my Alpha, after all."She didn't
Brielle's POVI was dreaming. She was here. That other version of me. The old me. Amaya was in front of me. I looks around and we were just floating in a dark space. She took my hands in hers and I felt energy from her to me. I didn't know what's going on before she started talking" Don't be afraid. Remember, we are one."I looked into her eyes. It was a little unsettling looking at myself. Not something I would get used to." Where are we?" I asked looking around.She smiled. " We are in our subconscious area."" What are you doing here."" I am here because you need me. You need the power to fight off the enemies. I will give you that power. But there is a problem."I listened to her explain everything to me." What is it? Tell me. I felt it earlier. I didn't know that I could tap into the witch powers while I am now human. The powers were helpful but I felt them weaken my body."" Yes, about that. The strain you felt was because of the baby in your womb. He was siphoning all the p
Brielle's POV" Oh my God!" Morgan exclaimed after I told them the entire story behind everything.Kyle was just standing there visibly in shock. Okay, their reactions to the news where highly expected. i know that they have a lot of questions which i am now prepared to answer. It wouldn't be fair for me to lead them into a battle blind. They have every right to know what is going on and why they are fighting and risking their their lives." This... its a lot to take in," Morgan says still looking flabbergasted." I am sorry for not telling you guys about this earlier. I honestly thought that I wouldn't need to tell you guys about the past. I thought the past would stay in the past. But now we are here and I need everyone's help to fix this."" You have been through a lot, Luna. I can't imagine to have gone through all that and having to face it once again. For the time I have known you, you have been nothing but loving, kind and supportive. It would be an honor for me to fight beside
Blake's POVI was so pissed off. The only reason I was still holding on to my composure was for Brielle and everyone else. All I wanted was to go inside the cellar and kill that fucking bastard. Especially after what he did to my father. We nearly lost him too. Mother was worried sick. I've never seen her so scared in my life. Thank the heavens my father is such a fighter. He managed to pull through and he still lives. But that Julian won't be alive I for much longer after we interrogate him and get him to tell us where his leader is.I woke up early in the morning and went on a run. I couldn't sleep all night thinking. All I did was watch over Brielle sleep. She needs the rest. The pack was a mess and everyone was pitching in, trying to rebuild and fix some of the stuff that had been ruined. Most of the pack members were safe and there was not many casualties. Most importantly, children and women were safe.I ran in human form through the woods trying to clear my head. I was too heat
Brielle's POVI woke up alone in the morning. Blake was nowhere to be found. His sis of the bed was cold so he must have been up for a while. He must be out there somewhere. So much has happened a d outside is a mess from all the fighting. He might be out there fighting. I should get out there and try to lend a helping hand. But first, I need to do something. I took a shower and got ready for the day.I needed a test and I had only one hope at the moment that someone has it. I went to Morgan's room to ask her if she has any pregnancy test with her. I walked up to her room and knocked on her door.I heard, " Coming!" from her inside. She shortly opened the door.She stood in front of me in a robe with slightly dishelved hair. And she was holding the door so it doesn't open all the way. I could guess what was going on." Oh, I hope I'm not interrupting anything. I could come a bit late..."" No. No. You, are not interrupting anything. I was on my way to take a shower," she says clearing
Xavier's POVI've arrived at the pack since dawn. I have beeb waiting outside their boarders staking out the situation. I couldn't charge inside without Intel. At the moment, everythung seems normal. There is no commotion. I was far from the pack so it was kind of hard trying to find out what is going in the inside. Point is, I am here and I can't turn 78 back until I find Julian and make sure he is alright. That's if he is even alive, which I hope he is.I sigh. Okay. I guess I am doing this. I can't stay here if I want to find out what is going on inside. I just need to find a way to go inside withour boarder patrol noticing me or things could go real bad quicker that I would like. Good thing a came with a scent cloaking potion. It will but me a few minutes to go in undetected. I opened the bottle and drank the little potion.I left my car behind and took off running onto the woods making a beeline for the packhouse. So far, it was working. No one was on my trail. That's a good sign
Blake's POVEverything was coming along well. Brielle has taken the initiative to make breakfast for everyone. I wanted to help but I was banned from the kitchen. The ladies had it all under control. My parents were still resting and I let them be. Kyle and I were in the study having one of our drinking sessions. We were talking over a glass of whiskey." I have been thinking that we should hold a prayer for the warriors that have fallen."" That is a good thing. After the dust settles, I will organize the ceremony."After a whole of drinking and just thinking about everything that is happening during the past few hours. I didn't know how to feel about it all. This was a first for me. Although we managed to subdue our enemies, i can't be happy about it. I guess it is a bittersweet feeling but too bitter than sweet.Many warriors have fallen trying to protect their land and people. They mattered to someone and now they are gone... forever. I know the feeling really well. I've lost my s
Brielle's POV5 years later"Yay! Mommy I did it, I did it!" River jumped up and down in joy after scoring a goal. Blake ran towards him and picked him up and placed him on his shoulder and spun him around." Good shot my boy! You are a super star!" Blake said to river.Mia got on her feet as well. She pulled me and said, " Mommy, I want to kick the ball too. I can do it too."I smiled at her knowing where this was going. Typical little Mia. Ever since she was born, she seemed to be on her own path. She didn't want to be her brother's little sister. She wanted to be older and better than him. Her competitiveness was cute but a little concerning at time.I remember one time she and River were climbing a tree in the garden. They were competing on who could go higher than the other. Of course River was going to win. She did something surprising. She pulled River's leg and he lost his balance and fell off the tree, breaking his arm.I was so shocked that day I didn't know what to do. She
5 months laterBrielle's POVI didn't know that pregnancy would be such a pain. Mood swings, swollen feet, cravings, back pain, you name it. I never thought one of those pregnant ladies who got emotional over every little thing or get weird cravings but guess what, I am. The other day, I wanted a raw mango. Later it was mint chocolate. I hate mint. It tastes like fucking toothpaste but now that I craved it, I suddenly couldn't get enough of it.My feet got swollen a lot and Blake loved giving me a massage. When I cried and cursed him out for getting pregnant, he never lost his patience with me. Instead, he gathered me in his arms as best as he could and would let me chew him out but in the end, he would whisper sweet nothings into my ear, telling how beautiful I am and how lucky he was to have me. That made me feel a lot better. The garden was my favourite place these days. Just sitting on a rocking chair under the tree watching other little kids running around carefree made my heart
Blake's POVIt's been an hour since I came down as my mother requested. I was sitting amongst everyone but my mind was back with Brielle. Each moment spent away from her, I he'd back from running back to her. I was so lost, everything happening in front of me was a blur. I couldn't be there anymore. I was too restless and it wasn't helping. VI excused myself and made my way upstairs. Opening the door to my room I thought I would find Brielle still laying on the bed but she was no where. I went inside in alarm. Where is she? I looked around the room wandering if she had finally regained consciousness. If she did, where is she? Where did she go without anyone noticing? In what condition is she in?I was about to go search for outside but I heard water running in bathroom. I looked in the direction of the bathroom. She must be in there. I went there and went inside. She had her back facing me. I felt all kinds of emotions flowing through me as I thought my eyes were deceiving me. Not un
Brielle's POV" Relax. I'm not here for that."No soul? Then what? What would a demon be doing here if not to come and collect what he is owed? That is not really what concerns me at the moment. I want to survive. I can't leave yet." What do you want. Tell me!" I acted tough. I can't show that I am scared." Must you always think the worst of me? I came all the way here to help you," he said to me sounding a little offended.I couldn't make out whether he was serious or just pulling my leg for fun. Right now, I am desperate and I am afraid that what ever dispicable schemes that Kael came with, I might just fall for. But at this point, what could be worse than promising him my soul?I decided to hear him out. It's not like I have any other choice anyway." Fine. I'll listen to what you have to say. I warn you that I am not in a tolerant mood so this better be worth it."He snickered." I might be a demon from he but I'm not as bad as you think. No matter. We will have all the time in
2 weeks laterBlake's POVI was sitting beside Brielle as she slept peacefully. It's been a very rough fortnight. Ever since that night, everything has been bleak. As the days go by without any change from her I get scared. The baby is fine but Brielle won't wake up. I am afraid that she might stay in such a state for a long time. What of our child. She might not get to see the baby be born. I was at a dead end in what to do. I blame myself. I should have tried with my all to stop her from performing that darned ceremony. It almost cost her life.For all those days, I refused to leave her side. Anything could happen and I don't want to be away. I stayed in the room all day and had my meals sent here. I made sure that it doesn't get suffocating. I opened the windows during the day and let fresh air come in during the day, I handle everything she needed and I wasn't comfortable with letting other people do it.I always made sure to talk to her hoping that she can hear me and hang on to
Brielle's POVIt was now the moment we have been waiting for. This part of the ritual had to be done by me. Now that we have acquired the hell fire, it was time I do what I was meant to do so we can finally part ways with Julian and Xavier." Deceiving us was wrong, Kyra but I'll consider that you ultimately helped us in the end. Let us complete the final step and then all of us will then go our sepernt ways."" Thank you for understanding. I will find a way in the future to repay you."We went to another room with Julian and Xavier with us.I had the flame with me and it's still surreal that I went through such lengths to get it. I wasn't going to complain. My soul doesn't matter if it means that I get to keep my family safe and ensures that we do not suffer the same tragedy all of over again. No matter how had I tried, I couldn't bring myself to have faith in their word. It was my mistake back then. This is just Rte price to fix it." Alright. What do I need to do to get get this ov
Blake's POVI've been playing along with what Kyra said for long enough. Now that this demon has been summoned, I'm not going to let my guard down or stay back. My duty here is to protect Brielle until everything is over. And that Kyra, she completely deceived us. She never mentioned that she knew this Kael demon. Why would she do that? Something about this just doesn't feel right." Whats the price for the flame?" Brielle asked. I still didn't let her come in front. Whatever happens, I will stand in front her like a shield. It's a good thing she wasn't protesting." Mmh, nothing much. I just need a soul. One should for this exchange," Kael said nonchalantly like what he wants was a piece of cake." Any soul?" Brielle askedI turned to look at her. Her expression was cold as she looked at Kael." No, not just any soul. I've been surrounded by rotten souls for such a long time. This time, I want a pure soul.. If you can manage that, then we have a deal."Something with the way he was l
Brielle's POVThings were proceeding as planned. It's been four days since we visited Kyra. Tonight was the night we perform the summoning ceremony. As for Xavier and Julian, Blake has already dealt with them and they understand everything about the ceremony. We informed everyone as well and they were worried but supportive as well.I blame myself for everything that is going on. If I just did not put that spell on them, they might have not been in our lives right now. If only I could turn back time. I would be able to set a lot things right. But enough about that. I can't do anything about that but I can so something right now. I should get ready. It's going to be a difficult night.I was in the room when I heard someone knock on the door." Come in," I saidMorgan came inside the room. She looked worried. She's been trying to stop me from going. I understand that age is concerned but I can't stop now." I'm just here to wish you luck before you. I would hate for you to leave without
Brielle's POVI was nervous the whole time but I glad I was with Blake. What Kyra was saying made a lot of sense. Although I never read too much into it, I know that no living ham can acquire hellfire. I was just hoping there would be an easy way out of this mess.I was a witch but I must admit that I never got to fully develop. I was a novice witch. I can't say I wish I stayed at the coven with my mother bacause then my life would have been miserable. I lived her but she was a control freak. She wanted to keep me sheltered and away from the world. I felt like a bird in a cage. I wanted to go out and experience the world, live amongst the people and be a part of the bigger world.I get that sh wanted to protect us but I didn't want to live in darkness without ever experiencing the beauty of the world and life. In any case, it's all in the past. What's done is done. Even so, I hope to become a better mom to my child. I hope I can do it.Blake looks at me when Kyra mentioned a demon pac