Roman pov Those bitches attacking just because I picked my mate is ridiculous. At sixteen I knew I wanted her but circumstances fucked us over. Amber saw to it I lost years with my mate and pup. "Roman," her voice shakes as I start to leave. "Don't go," she begs. "Babe, I have to they won't s
"If we go to the bathroom, we will be stuck in there Bow", I say fearfully. He sighs as he rubs his neck. He links someone as he rushes up and lifts me gently. He hurries into the bathroom just as another boom makes my door shake. They are at least two doors down. "Fuck",he runs in and yanks pill
Roman pov Gunner hits a rogue, and he flies into the women, and they all fall hard. Screams fill the air as I scan the area. "Stay alert," I tell my pack. My men joined the fight, and we fought beside Fireside, and they are impressive. "You know Amber is going to gut Heather ",A female paces
"I'm not hurt babe",he says, kissing my head. "I was scared," I admitted, and he sighed. "I swore I would come back to you, babe, and I meant it. I am a better fighter now, so nobody bot even a rogue could hurt me, "he kisses my lips. I pee and wipe, not missing the heat that flares in his gaze.
Roman pov Heather didn't sleep well all night, and I even caught her crying as she watched the door. I finally carried her back into the panic room, and she promptly fell asleep. "Fuck babe",I held her close as she slept. She was so tiny. She was frail and sickly looking all thanks to that sick
"Roman," her voice is a whisper. "What the fuck do you want bitch?",I grit out low so I don't wake Heather she needs all the sleep she can get. I sit at the kitchen table. "I'm sorry," she says after a pause. "For?"I ask. "For threatening your mate. For trying to hurt her. I don't want to die.
Roman pov "Boss Amber is missing. We only got eyes on Beth and Pop. "I hold in my growl. "Find her",,I mind link back. I don't show Heather my anger as I walk to the kitchen. After sitting her in a chair, I dish up our food. I kiss her lips as I hand her a fork. "This smells amazing, Roman. T
"My mate is off limits. You have known this from day one. Thanks to you bitches I lost years with my family. You will never be my mate, "I text back. I hate this cunt. "If I get close enough, I'm challenging her, Roman. I will beat her. "I almost throw my phone. I sigh as I start a roast. I go che
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