As the days, weeks, months and years passed by, the pain of rejection was still ever so present. It's been exactly 15 years to the date since Caleb broke my heart and I've been miserable. Every day is hard to pretend that everything is okay. I didn't want to worry my parents or the pack with my problems. I'm so stupid to continue to hope that he will regret his decision and come back and beg me to forgive him and I know that part of me, the stupid part of me, will forgive him the second he opens his mouth but there's also the rational part of me that will not give in. That, like my Dad, make him work for my forgiveness and maybe on day I'll forgive him. Princeton is turning 19 in three months and it's crazy to think that he's also graduating high school. My little boy was no longer little, he was his own person, with dreams, hopes and desires."You're thinking to much again mama" A voice scolded and I chuckled looking over my shoulder to see Princeton with his arms crossed over his ch
"Do you have everything?" Adam asked as he and Alexa ,who has been his wife of 10 years,walked out of the house we shared with their 3 year old daughter and 8 year old son. Erick and Damon would be meeting us at the airport"Yeah. I just need to get Bailey from Bree's house" I said and they nodded. Bailey is my 2 year old, adopted daughter. I had stumble upon her on my 31st birthday when I was walking home from a long shift at the station. It was in midwinter and as I walked down the street to my apartment I heard a baby's wails. I paused to listen to the sound and when it came back, I walked over to a pile of rubbish where I found her wrapped in a thin blanket, her skin turning blue. She was still had her umbilical cord attached letting me know she was just born. I took my jacket off even though it was freezing and covered her up."Call an ambulance" I yelled entering back into the station, everyone surrounded me and a police office walked over to me who had a certificate as an MT
The sound of beeping woke me from my sleep and I slowly opened my eyes only to be greeted by bright lights. I felt a weight on hand and looked down to see a man sleeping his face facing the other way so I didn't know who it was which had me panicking. The loud beeping beside my head picked up and that woke the stranger up. He jumped his feet and looked down at me with wide eyes. "Lucas" he murmured, tears gathering in his eyes and I felt my breath hitch as realization hit. Caleb.The door to my room busted open and in rushed Dr Mel with a nurse trailing behind her "You're awake" she said with a smile and I nodded not taking my eyes off of Caleb who stood back and watched "How you feeling?" She questioned and I swallowed the lump in my throats before answering"Good" she nodded and asked other questions before leaving the room "Hey" Caleb murmured as he walked over to sit back on the chair and I just stared at him. He's changed so much in the past 17 years. His eyes were dull, his
Would it be considered creepy if I said that I staid in Lucas's room and watched him sleep? I mean I've done it before when he was in the hospital but it would only be for a few minutes but not like this. I had staid the night in his room watching him sleep. I couldn't bring myself to sleep as I was afraid that something would happen to him if I did."You're staring again" Lucas' voice said breaking me out of my thoughts "Sorry" I murmured and he looked at me with a raised brow "What's bothering you Caleb?" He asked "Nothing just have a lot on my mind that's all" I answered and he nodded. A knock on the door cut him off before he could say anything else and he groaned"Who is it?" He called "Bella," was the answer and I looked at Lucas who sighed rubbing his face "Talk to her, make amends I'm going to go check on Bailey" I said and he nodded. With that said, I leaned over and placed a kiss on his forehead before walking over to the door and opened before stepping to the side to l
To say I was nervous about going on this date with Caleb would be an understatement. I didn't know what to wear or what to even say during dinner. This was the most nerve wracking thing I've ever done in my life. Goddess I sound like a teenager girl going on her first date. In my case it would be my first date I haven't dated ever. But damnit I wasn't a teenage girl I was freaking 30 years old. "You do know that you have a good thirty minutes to finish getting ready before he comes and gets you right?" A voice said making me turn around and come face to face with Papa and I sighed "I know. I don't even know what to wear" I huffed making him chuckle before walking into my room"Did he tell you where he was taking you? Or how to dress at least?" He questioned and I nodded "He didn't really say where he was taking me al he aka sea to dress formally yet casual" I answered and he hummed. He went through my clothes before grabbing a pair of black dress pants and a white button up shirt"
It's been four days since I took Lucas out in a date and he hasn't called or texted me since. I was confused. I thought we were on the right path or fixing our relationship. I called him but it always went to voice mail. "What's with the long face?" Bree asked as she walked over to me with her five month old son on her hip "Nothing just really confused" I replied and she raised a brow"About what?" She asked "Remember the guy that I was telling you about back in London?" I asked and she nodded "The one you used to bully when you were kids?" She replied with a question and I nodded "what about him?""I took him on a date a few days ago and I actually thought we were making progress. I mean we've been talking again since I came back" I sighed running my fingers through my hair and she nodded and waited for me to continue"And now it's like I don't even exist. I've been calling and texting him to see if he would like to go to a movie or go see his favorite band next week but they go
What the fuck just happened? He had no reason to be angry at me when he never called me or texted me after our date four days ago. I stood in the front of yard watching as he drove away and fumed. Fucking asshole. I knew he was the same bastard from 17 years ago. I just wanted to know why he never called or messaged me and this is how he treats me? Fuck him. "What's with the frown?" A voice asked making me jump and I looked over to see Papa and Dad walking over with frowns and raised brows "Caleb" I grumbled and papa nodded "What he do this time?" Dad asked "He was being an asshole. I just wanted to ask him why he never called or messaged me. Today was the first time I saw him after our date four days ago" I said and he nodded "And did you get an answer?" Papa quizzed but I shook my head "No, he said that and I quote 'get my shit together to call him' what's that supposed to mean?" I asked with a huff and they shared looks making me frown. They knew what was wrong."Have you ev
When I got the call about Lucas being injured I didn't think twice and drove to the pack house to make sure he was okay and when I saw him sleeping with his left leg bandaged my heart sank. I knew Razor was bad news but never said anything since Lucas always defended him even when we were younger. He always stood up for him from other kids that bullied Razor. I wanted to kill the son of a birch when I heard he was the one who had attacked Lucas but I knew that if I did, Lucas would never forgive me and then I found out that Alpha Dimitri had him locked in the cellar awaiting punishment. "Stop thinking about that" I turned around to see Lucas standing there with his arms wrapped around his waist as the wind blew his hair around. The salty ocean water wafted through the air as the cruise ship sailed the waters. We've been on this cruise for three days and I've tried so hard to forget about the attack in Lucas but it was impossible. He complains about his leg hurting whenever he's on hi
*10 years later*It's been 10 years now since MoonLit Haven became a pack and over time, it had grown exponentially. We were now considered one of the biggest packs in Canada alongside MoonLit Oasis, Savage and King Packs. I couldn't be happier because I knew how much AJ had wanted to grow the pack and knowing his dream came true was the best thing that could ever happen to him, to us. Watching my mate and husband be the alpha he was born to be was a dream come true. Under AJ's leadership, MoonLit Haven had implemented innovative strategies for both growth and harmony within the pack. He believed in nurturing the physical and emotional well-being of every wolf, thus bringing out the best in them. Each wolf had a purpose, whether it was providing security, hunting, or tending to the young and injured. The pack thrived on a sense of belonging, where every individual knew they were invaluable, contributing to the greater good.One aspect that set MoonLit Haven apart was its emphasis on
"Are you ready to go?" Ajax asked as he walked into our room with Athena beautifully dressed in a pink and blue dress with a white bow. She looked absolutely stunning. Ajax himself wore a white button-up shirt with a pair of jeans that he paired with black shoes. "Yeah," I nodded and smiled at him. We were heading to Beau and Derek's house today since it was little Lucas' birthday. He was turning four. It was crazy because it feels like it was just yesterday that Beau and Derek were telling us they were expecting a baby, and yet, four years have passed since that day. They had invited us to the party when we had gone over last week.And not only that, but it turned out that Ashton had found his second chance mate in a guy named Camden. It was a pleasant surprise for all of us. Ashton had been the only one among the pack that had yet to find his second mate, so it was a joyous occasion for everyone. Along with Camden, Braxton had arrived at the pack house. Braxton turned out to be the
*time skip*A lot has happened in a year. Ashton and I became friends, something I tonight would ever be possible. I gave birth to Athena who was the happiest little girl in the world. She knew how to get you to bend to her will with many a look of her bright blue eyes and little pout. Oh she has everyone wrapped around her little finger, specially her father. AJ would go to the absolute end of the earth to make her happy. I've told him to stop spoiling her too much but that man won't listen, and if he does he chooses to ignore it. But back to my unlikely friendship with my former mate, Ashton. I knew AJ had his reservations about me being friends with the person who had rejected me even before we got to know each other. Ashton has apologized and has explained that the reason why he did what he did and said what he did was because he was scared of what people may think of him for being mated to someone who had Down syndrome like me. Personally, I thought it was the stupidest reason b
I was in my office when I smelt a familiar scent in the air and clenched my jaw. Ashton has been visiting Ajax a lot more frequently since they became friends and as much as I wanted to tell him to not come over, I didn’t want Ajax to be upset with by rejecting his friend. I sighed and rubbed my face as I ignored the scent of the wolf and turned back to the piles of paperwork on my desk. A knock on my door made me look up and call at the person on the other side to enter. “I’m still wondering how yon still haven’t told Ajax to not invite that guy over,” Dillon said as he walked in and sat across from me once he closed the door behind hm, “if Jake had a mate before me and was rejected and then said mate wanted to be friends with him, I’d be pissed and would tell him to not invite him to the pack house.”I leaned back in my chair, rubbing the ache that had formed in my temples. "You forget, Dillon, that our mates are different," I responded, trying to keep my frustration at bay. "Ajax
I've never imagined I'd ever experience an attack of this magnitude after having a baby two weeks ago, and yet that's exactly what happened. Everything had been going perfectly fine. Jake and I were in the playroom area of the pack where the orphaned children of the pack were playing with the adorable pups of the pack members. I held Athena close to my chest, cherishing the warmth of her tiny body against mine, just as Jake did with his own precious baby girl, Artemis. It was a peaceful afternoon filled with laughter and joy.But it all changed in an instant. It was so sudden that it took us a moment to realize what was happening. I watched in horror as our mates, Dillon and AJ, ran into the yard growling and snarling, their fur bristling with adrenaline. They were joined by their friends, a united front against the intruders. Jasmine, our fierce warrior, herded the running women, elderly, and other teens and children into the safety of the pack house, with Anna and Beth helping her. T
It's been two weeks since Ajax gave birth to our baby girl and every day since the day she was being had been an absolute joy. She was beautiful and perfect in every way. The pack has showered both Mother and pup with unconditional love and affection always ready to lend a helping hand. Today was no different as Alice our pack Doctor and Martina—one of the new pack members and child caregivers—came over to see Ajax and little Athena."Hello, Alpha AJ," Alice greeted as she and Martina walked up the gravel path to the front and I smiled."Hello, Alice," I greeted back and looked at her companion, "hello, Martina.""Hello, Alpha AJ," Martina greeted with a smile, "how are Alpha Ajax and little Athena doing today?""They are doing great," I replied, leading them inside, "Ajax has been getting stronger each day, and Athena is growing like a little warrior princess."As we entered the living room, Ajax was sitting on the couch, cradling Athena in his arms. His eyes lit up as he saw Alice a
Finding out that AJ and I were expecting our first child together was an amazing and exciting experience. We had been trying to conceive for quite some time, and the news brought us an immense amount of joy and anticipation. Little did we know, this beautiful journey was just about to begin.AJ, despite me only being five weeks along, took it upon himself to ensure my utmost comfort and safety. He believed that carrying anything heavy might pose a risk to our unborn child, and so he adamantly refused to let me engage in any task that involved lifting or straining. At first, I found his protectiveness endearing, although it did take some time for me to adapt to this new dynamic.Every morning, AJ would bring me a tray filled with a freshly brewed cup of herbal tea and a simple yet nutritious breakfast. He believed that it was important for me to start the day with a nourishing meal that would provide me with the energy I needed. As I enjoyed my breakfast in bed, he would sit next to me
It had been a whirlwind two months since MoonLit Haven became an official pack. In that time, my mate had seamlessly adjusted to his role as the second or alpha, or what others may say as Luna, effortlessly guiding and supporting our pack. Although we were a small group consisting of Ajax and me, along with Dillon and Jake, Jasmine, Axel, Gustin, and Jensen, we were determined to expand our family. Today, as Ajax and Jake went to visit his parents and siblings, we continued our work of building new homes in our vast land.As we labored under the bright sun, Jasmine's pondering question hung in the air, filling it with anticipation. "Do you think we'll get more people to join the pack?" she asked, her eyes filled with hope. I paused for a moment, contemplating her words and allowing my gaze to meet hers. The gleam of optimism in my eyes must have been evident, for I responded with unwavering determination, "Yes, Jasmine. I believe that more wolves will find their place amongst us. Moo
And it's official," Mama said, his eyes twinkling with pride as he looked at AJ and me. "Your pack is officially called Moonlit Haven." A surge of excitement washed over me as I glanced over at my mate, AJ, whose stunned expression mirrored my own disbelief. For months now, we had been discussing the idea of starting our own pack, and now it seemed like a dream come true.I turned my attention to the parchment paper Mama held, my heart pounding. It was adorned with intricate designs and carefully penned words, detailing the information that Moonlit Haven was now recognized as an official pack. The paper also proudly proclaimed our allies as Savage, King, and Moonlit Oasis packs, a testament to the friendships we had cultivated and the alliances we had formed.AJ's hands trembled as he absorbed the significance of the document. He read it over and over, his disbelief slowly giving way to a growing sense of accomplishment. We were the first pack in Canada to be formed by a rogue wolf, d