Ember's POV.The moment I stepped out of the hole, we were faced with a host of armed men waiting for us. Riley cocked his head to stare at them again. It was as though he was confirming what was happening. If there was going to be a change in the way that he was going to be addressed or stuff like that. They suddenly let down their guns and bowed before me, catching me completely off guard. I turned toward my companion and he also reciprocated."Where are you from?" He asked them and they stared at him as though he was speaking latin. "Are you sure that you heard what he said?" I inquired but they didn't respond quickly which made me very wary. "Are you sure that these people are for us?" I asked him "Yes, where are you from?" He inquired and they stared at him for a while before finally agreeing to speak. "We were sent by Alpha Xander. We are the sword nights men that don't worry about anything other than getting you uo safety. If you're ready, we can leave together." They sai
Ember's POV. There was nothing else left for me to do except to take charge of the situation and find a better way to react when it was the right time. A heavier body hit the boat and it shook to the side. Before we knew what was happening, Riley began to splitter blood. I was worried about the latest developments because that wasn't what I wanted for him. I was very scared that a few people were out to destroy many things. I looked at him tiredly as they tried to pump his stomach. They knew that he was going to die, I saw it from the way that the leader shook his head "We can't allow Riley to die, please. You need to do something." I urged them because that man was only trying his best to protect me. I was scared about him. If there wasn't anything that would stop the way I was feeling I wouldn't know how to react. "Luna, I'm sorry but we can't don't anything to revive him ma'am. He was hit by poison and it has eaten deep into his skin. I didn't want to accept that one
Ember's POV. I was also stunned by the amount of hits that the boat suffered, then I realized something. They might have people tied under the boat who were shooting. I knew that my beloved ex husband would do anything to see that I returned to his pack. "Luna, you might want to keep laying on the ground while we tackle these people." He suggested and I nodded. He only mopped the floor where the foam had poured on the floor so that it didn't touch me. I didn't feel like I was poisonous because we were immune to many diseases but I ought to be careful about certain things. I turned to the side and watched the leader sitting on a stool while also bringing out his binoculars. "I can see Alpha Trent bringing out the big guns, his people are jumping underwater. We don't have the resources to fight against them underwater so we might also have to just increase the speed. If we do this, I'm only considering the fuel if it will take us to the length that it should. I don't know how this
Ember's POV.Having realized I had there might be no relationship between these men and Trent, I decided to take law into my hands. The network was so poor but I knew that we had to reach him however way that we could. If we could, we would make him regret his actions, if we couldn't, I would still make him understand that he wasn't living an enviable life. We couldn't have a phone now because most of us jumped blindly into the water but right now we were happy because it would help to put a distance between the two boats. We swam across the island and I was spent when we finally reached dry land."We can't stop now. He might predict this move and want to help to be there but we can't also allow that to happen. Instead of that, we can make sure that we get through to him before it's even too late." The leader of the Night shade spoke and I agreed. I was running on low fuel but adrenaline made me not even realize it yet. If I had my way, I would have broken away quietly but I didn't,
Ember's POV. I might not know too much about the way a pack was run but the most common way that they operated wasn't new to me either. I knew that they operated on a tit for tat system where they would only render certain help because of what you could do for them, not the other way round. If one didn't take a critical look at it, he wouldn't understand it. "Well, you might not have a problem with that, as long as my husband believes that you helped me out. Now, I hope you don't also plan on deceiving me because I might be dead but you would also be in that position, that's how he moves." I warned him. He chuckled as soon as we ascended the porch the door opened and a calming scent hit my nostrils. I was perplexed when someone like this was undergoing some problems like this. It was mind blowing because how was that even possible? If I had the chance I wouldn't have blown it, instead I would have waited till I had something important before making them known to the world. "Such
Xander's POV. A lot of people might be wondering why I was too slow in killing Trent. He wasn't as powerful as we thought he was. It was just one of those things that people did to maintain their reputation.Maybe a few years ago they were on top of the food chain and all of that but as of today there was no one who could boldly speak for him. He didn't know that I had made various researches so that I would be able to get out of this mess. Even Ember didn't know my plans and I intended to keep it that way. If I didn't do it that way she might want to talk sense into my head and try to convince me why it is bad but I as well as everyone knew that Trent didn't deserve kindness. I was a bit distorted in my judgment but after I realized that I was only being played it stopped me from acting and thinking in that manner. Anyone who didn't know this was going to war with his conscience. Everyone knew that he wasn't a good fellow. It was just me who was trying to make sure that I didn't so
Ember's POV.I saw Xander approaching and I smiled in relief. Alpha Clover was also smiling when he saw him. "Hey, man. I didn't think that you would return so soon." He called playfully. It was then that I finally was able to rest from all my labors. They had to be very good friends. I didn't know this man when I was there with him .Well I didn't fault him. One wasn't supposed to know all the friends that a person kept as long as they all acted accordingly. That was the beauty in it. Instead of waiting for information, I would rather save this man's name as an emergency contact. I looked at them and watched them hug each other passionately. "Thank you very much. Who would have thought?" He whispered and I stared at them as they smacked their hands together. "I didn't know what would happen if I had traveled. You need to get that man for all of us. He's been a bully for the longest period. I mean, a lot of people have been waiting for this time and it's finally here, I don't think
Ember's POVXander reached behind leaning over to grab something when he sat back he handed me a couple of dresses from the back seat. I looked at them, confused. "What's this for?" I asked."It's to help you blend in," he said. "Just a little disguise to get you in and out of the pack unnoticed."I raised an eyebrow. "You think a couple of dresses will do that?""Well, they’re not just any dresses," Xander said with a smirk. "They’re maid uniforms. You'll blend in perfectly."I hesitated. "I don’t know, Xander. It feels a bit... I don’t know."He sighed. "Look, it's just for a little while. It'll be easier if you just put them on. Ellie won't suspect a thing, trust me."I took the dresses from him, still unsure but there was no option. “Alright, alright. I’ll do it.”In the car, I quickly changed into the maid outfits. The first one was a simple black and white dress with a white apron. It fit okay, I looked in the rearview mirror and sighed. Not my best look, but it would have to do
Ember squealed. "You're a naughty boy." She replied when Xander took her inside the shower. "We are too old to be having these sessions." She replied. Xander didn't think that anything was wrong with him wanting to have an alone time with his lovely wife so he smiled at her. Ember smiled at him. "I'm sorry, I was just kidding." She told him.His eyes crinkled with mirth. "I know, right. I don't even care about what you want to say but I believe that you will enjoy today's session. It promises to be mind-blowing." He bragged. She smiled at him while stroking his beards playfully. "Do you even know what this means?" She teased him.Xander peeled off the dress from her shoulders quietly and stared at her figure. "You look exquisite. I don't think I've seen anyone like you." He muttered softly while smacking his lips for effect.She rolled her eyes at his words. He would say anything just to have his way with her. "What do I expect? It's been almost twenty years." She complained.Xande
Sixteen Years Later, Dennis bounced into the room dripping with sweat and ran down to the kitchen to get a bottle of water from the fridge but met a restriction. He looked up and saw his twin brother staring at him with a glare. "Take a shower instead, you'll feel calm." He said.Dennis went mute for a minute before throwing a punch at him but his brother was faster and had predicted the move so he ducked at the last minute."Get away from the fridge, both of you!" Ember yelled and they jumped apart. She saw that they were mad at each other which made her worried. "You too are supposed to have each other's backs not be a thorn in each other's flesh." She whispered. She was trying so much to raise children who were devoid of hate and malice. The Alpha position was an edgy one which she hoped that they didn't fight each other for but coexisted perfectly together. "Why do you feel the need to show your powers when you are supposed to be each other's best friends?" She demanded The
Three years later"Mummy, can I have a taste now?" One of the boys asked and Ember shook her head, looking down at him with a smile as he had his hands around her legs."Don't be such a baby. It's not ready yet," His twin replied, rolling his eyes as he crossed his arms. The one who had his hands around Ember's leg, shot his brother a glare."Well, I wasn't talking to you" He snapped and Ember downplayed a smile threatening to form on her lips.She stirred the pasta, before turning around to face the boys just in time, when her favorite head came into her view.Xander's hair was disheveled and sticking out. He looked like he just walked out of the shower. He rounded the counter, wrapping his arm around her waist, pulling her flush against his body."This smells delicious," He closed his eyes, taking a sniff. His stomach growled in response and Ember laughed."Easy there, big boy. Soon" She muttered.Xander leaned into her, brushing his lips against the shell of her ears."But taste be
Ember's POV. A pang of headache hit me as I felt my eyes open, my legs shaking beneath my gown. Everywhere seemed black, but the sun rays through the barred hole on the door shone brightly. I strove to stand up, taking what felt like an eternity to raise a leg. Something that felt like shaped iron clashing against each other rang in my ear, and I felt compelled to know what was happening outside. I sprinted toward where the backdoor was, my legs shaking after every step, my heart racing faster with every step I took. The sound of crashing iron and steel and the rise of cries grew closer and thicker with every step I took. I had no idea what was happening outside, all I sought was to escape from this dungeon. Most of the guards were distracted by what was happening outside, none were looking my way. I guess it was lucky, and a chance for me to escape. I walked toward the exit door, but just as I reached there, the roar of a wicked smile halted me in my spot, and I was force
Xander's POV. I was seated in my palace when an emissary holding a sealed letter was brought before me by one of my pack guards. As the emissary approached, I could sense a mix of curiosity and unease from my pack members "Greetings, Alpha Xander. I bring a message from Trent's pack." He fretted going down by reclining his head onto his knees. I took the letter, breaking the seal. My eyes scanned the parchment, and my gut twisted with every word. Trent was declaring war on us. I called a gathering with my elders. We sat in a circle, the letter passed among us. "This is madness," One of them growled. "Trent knows we won't back down." "We need to prepare for battle," Another suggested, her voice steady. "Gather our strongest warriors, Xander. We'll show Trent the strength of our pack." "I'll start scouting for allies. We can't face Trent's pack alone." I looked at my elders, determination burning within me. "We'll defend our pack" The elders nodded in unison, and I k
Ember's POV I walked down the hallway slowly, this part of the house seemed to be more empty than the path I walked through once I reached the end of the house. I frowned wondering what wild goose chase Ellie sent me on. Xander wasn't here. Why would she send me here for no reason had she completely lost it? angry I turned to leave when I spotted Trent standing there with a wicked smile on his face, holding a sword. My stomach dropped knowing there was no way this was going to end well. “Trent! What are you doing here?” He smirked, the glint of the sword reflecting in the fading light. “Hello, Ember. Fancy meeting you here.” I took a step back, feeling panic rising. “Where’s Xander? He’s supposed to be here, did you do something to him?” Trent chuckled, his voice dripping with malice. “Oh, Xander isn’t coming. Ellie sent you her for me. I’m the one you’re dealing with.” Realization hit me like a punch to the gut. Ellie must have played me, setting me up for Trent. My instinc
Author's POV. Xander walked hurriedly towards the port. He had booked a safe passage through the tunnel for Ember. It had not been cheap, but he knew it was going to be worth it since he was sure she would appreciate his efforts in helping her get her complete freedom. He arrived at the spot they had both agreed that they would meet. The port was mostly deserted at this time of the day so it was going to be relatively safe and easy for her to wall around without being found by people who work for Trent. He stood around for the next ten minutes, stifling the anxiety that was quickly growing in his chest. After ten minutes, he started to call her name as he looked around the area. It could have been possible that she had missed her way and was staying at another spot instead of the one they had initially agreed to meet. She was supposed to have been here. They had agreed that they would meet at that spot and he had been exactly on time. If there had been any delay or anything t
Ember's POV. I wasn't moved by her words because I knew that I had a higher backing that would help me out when it was time. All she just needed was the go-ahead from me. Then I knew that she would be able to go ahead to focus on getting the answer. I chuckled softly and looked at her. "Did you want us to respect you, Ellie? You should accord yourself some respect." I told her and she looked at me. "Who the hell are you?!" She challenged me. Her eyes flared at me and I smiled at her. "Are you my husband's concubine?" She asked and I held myself from saying just like you were. That would be a big slap on her face which I didn't really mind though. I liked the fact that she was really struggling to make it work. I didn't care about her and all that she was doing. All I wanted to know is that there would be a need for us to just stay for a while and rest before finally talking about our past life. In just a few years she would be controlling the whole arena but if I stood up rig
Ember's POV. I couldn't help but feel very remorseful when he came close to me. I was a bit skeptical in the beginning but after a while I finally realized that there might be something missing which I wasn't taking into cognizance. Xander reclined into the seat as he stared at me but I maintained his glare. He wasn't going to unnerve me. So what if he didn't sleep with her? All of this was still his fault. If he had not taken those steps when he finished getting her pregnant, then maybe I wouldn't resent him this much. "You didn't defend me when I needed you the most, I don't think you remember that incident, or do you?" I asked him and he shook his head. "I don't think I do. Why would I purposely not want to talk to you? I was under an influence and believe me when I say that it's something that I regret till this day because of this now we are in deep shit. Call me sentimental, but as much as I hate this man I don't feel like harming him at least not yet, do you underst