Kaiden pov Seth has so many scars. I feel rage knowing Cecilia had this done to him. All of this because he didn't want to fight Fireside. "Fuck kid",Grayson stepped closer looking at a raised whip mark. It was a more recent mark on him. "That was done a day before we came here," Seth mumbles
Kaiden pov Jasmine is sitting on the couch when we walk out, and she looks scared and worried. Seth is beside her, looking down like he has to do that around us. I sigh as I kneel in front of them and kiss Jasmine's hand. "Sweets, we believe Grayson is your second mate," her wide eyes meet min
"I love murder mysteries and zombie shows," she smiles at him as she talks. He smiles back shyly, and I look at Gray, who is smiling as he watches Jasmine. She leans against him, and I know damn well he is enjoying the feel of her little body against his. She is soft and warm. "Zombie shows?"I que
Jasmine pov I sit with Grayson and Seth while Kaiden and the warriors run out to the border breach. Seth eats quietly while I sigh. "Will every meal be interrupted by border breaches?"I ask out loud. "Not always, babe, but with Cecilia doing her shit Kaiden has to go to each one. One day, we w
Cecilia pov I'm pissed as I head back to my apartment, which is under my friend's name. Seth was supposed to get close and lure Jasmine out so I could kill her. Instead the ungrateful fucker made himself at home. "Fireside raided our warehouses ",A man said as I sat rubbing my belly. This pup ne
Jasmine pov I beg Seth to stay here, but he nods as he runs out. "Let him go babe he needs to do this. He has to face then, "Grayson kisses my lips. "I don't want him to get hurt more," I sniffle. "He won't baby Kaiden is with him," Grayson lifts me up and kisses me passionately, shutting m
I'm in the mood for milkshakes and burgers. "Where are we going, dad?"he asks, and my heart races hearing it. He called me dad. "I'm in the mood for burgers and a milkshake. Plus, I really want to talk to you and get to know you better",he nods and relaxes. We walk in, and a waitress seats us in
Kaiden pov We watch Eve eat and keep looking at the door like he will come back and yell at her. I take time to look her over, and she is extremely thin. "Eve, do you get to eat at home?"she stiffens. "It is okay," Seth rubs her back. "Not a lot," she whispers, and I sigh. "Honey, is your
Grace pov They were targets because of what made them special—Sophia's dual nature, my perceptive abilities, the extraordinary bond that had survived even memory loss, and physical separation. Yet those same qualities provided the strength and resources to counter the threats they faced, creating
The absolute certainty in his voice flowed through our bond with warming force, his protective commitment unwavering despite the controlled expression of his wolf's aggression. I leaned into his strength even as I provided my own in return, our partnership reinforced rather than diminished by this n
Grace pov He knows," I said quietly, moving toward the door to meet my mate, recognizing through our bond the particular quality of protective rage that now flowed between them despite the physical distance. Liam entered the cabin with barely controlled fury evident in every line of his body, hi
Grace pov Elena's expression shifted to reveal more of her concern now that Lucas was engaged with Alex and unlikely to pick up on adult conversation. "Not directly," she replied, her voice low enough that even werewolf hearing wouldn't carry it to the living room. "But we've intercepted communica
Grace pov The security rotation plan had been in effect for three weeks, the Matthews family moving between four different pack properties on an irregular schedule that made surveillance nearly impossible to maintain. I had adapted to the disruption with characteristic resilience, establishing por
Grace pov That's right," I confirmed, reaching to squeeze Lucas's small hand. "And we're going to have a special adventure, staying in different pack houses for a little while. Like a vacation, but we'll still do all our regular activities—preschool, library visits, everything that's important to
"Temporary relocation would be safest," Elena suggested, though her tone indicated she anticipated resistance to this option. "Perhaps to Alexander Beth's property, which has more extensive security infrastructure from Alexander's overprotective days." Liam's arm tightened around Lucas, who had gr
Grace pov Stay inside with the children until security arrives," Elena instructed. "Keep your phone with you. I'll be there within the hour." By the time Liam's truck roared into the driveway fifteen minutes later, Miguel and Tessa were already establishing a defensive perimeter around the prope
Grace pov Tell me exactly what happened," Liam requested, his voice low and controlled despite the tension evident in his posture. I described both incidents—the feeling of being watched at the house and the confirmed surveillance at the library, finishing with Miguel's recommendation to vary ou