LOGINShare
CHAPTER ELEVEN
Last Updated:
2024-10-29 19:42:56Related chapters
My True Mate CHAPTER TWELVE
I freeze in fear at the sight of the wild wolves watching me, hunger in their eyes.Wild wolves usually stay clear of wolf shifters out of fear of the bigger predator but they don’t submit to them. Wolf shifters and wolves steer clear of each other. But wild wolves in a pack are dangerous to a lone shifter.I feel a sliver of fear crawl up my spine as I realize that I wandered off a little too far away from the campsite. Considering that I can't even shift, I'm more vulnerable than most shifters.I take a step back, my eyes on the small pack of wolves and one of them growls, making me freeze. A slow awareness unfurls within me and I know that it is Lucas. I don’t know how this bond between us works but I hope he can feel my fear and follow my scent. Running rom wolves is never a good idea but if I don’t do anything, they’ll jump on me anyway. Taking a deep breath, I dart into the tree line, aiming for the camp site. In my panic and fear, I don’t even know if I’m going
My True Mate CHAPTER THIRTEEN
“What?” I stare at him.“They have adopted you into their pack. They see me a threat. Little bastards,” The last part is growled out in the direction of the wolves who bare their teeth at him in warning.“How do you -? Wolves and shifters don’t mesh,” I manage to say.“Well, they look at you as a wolf,” Lucas says, his eyes narrowed in the direction of the smallest one who is pawing at my legs. “The only shifter tribe that had a connection with wild wolves were the Clear Mountain Clan. They went into hiding decades ago. No other shifter pack has ever managed to form any bond with wild wolves.”My mouth is dry as another wolf approaches me, rubbing itself against my legs, affectionately, all the time watching Lucas, “Could this have something to do with the wolfsbane?”“I don’t know,” Lucas says, frowning. “But they’re not going to leave you be. And just what were you thinking wandering of like that?”I grimace, “Sorry, I couldn’t sleep. I was feeling restless so I dec
My True Mate CHAPTER FOURTEEN
“It’s not Aliya.”Lucas sounds adamant.“She doesn’t mingle with anyone especially wolves. She has a particular hatred for shifters. She won’t give one wolfsbane.”“What if Valerie stole it?” I ask.“Stole it?” Lucas give me an amused look. “Do you know how protected Aliya’s home is? Only sprites and faeries are allowed entrance. Aliya is protected by the forest itself. Nobody can invade her home. Valerie got it from somewhere else.”But who?I wrack my brains. Usually Others live together in some sort of harmony, humans being their biggest enemy. Or at least they used to. The witch hunt that began was a vicious one. Witches are the strongest of all the existing Others since they have a direct link to nature. When they were targeted, wars erupted amongst those who wanted to protect the witches and those who wanted them wiped out from existence. This was centuries ago so when I had learnt from Lucas that a coven had existed in harmony with a wolf shifter pack
My True Mate CHAPTER FIFTEEN
“Lucas,” I swallow and Lucas snatches the book from me.After a brief moment, he finally says, "Aside from losing your shifting abilities, you've not suffered anything else.”“My healing has slowed down,” I murmur, pointing to the angry looking gash on my forehead. “But you’re not experiencing any fits of rage or madness,” Luca points out. “The bond between us is suppressing everything. Your healing might have slowed down but it's still faster than what humans have.”I come down on hearing that. He's right. Taking a deep breath, I look at Lucas, “We found nothing here. So what do we do now?”“We return home,” He replies, putting his hands on my shoulders. “And we figure out what to do.”“What about the records in the pack archives?” But even as I say that, I know that there's nothing related to wolfsbane in them. Lucas just pulls me to my feet, “We will figure it out. Don’t give up so easily.”His support makes my heart feel full and when he turns, I say
My True Mate CHAPTER SIXTEEN
Valerie immediately stopped in her tracks and she makes a sobbing sound, "why are you acting like this? I know a lot has happened but I'm so happy to see you."As if I’ll buy that crap.“How are you still alive?” Hunter demands, his voice cold. I always wondered how I would feel when I see him face-to-face but aside from disgust, I feel nothing.“That's hardly any of your business,” I narrow my eyes. My wolves surround me and one of them begins to howl, a call for battle and I place my hand on his neck, calming him.Lucas is already on his way. I can sense his anger and worry.He might not know what's going on but he’s not going to take any chances.Valerie frowns as she sees my interaction with the wolves, and her voice is hesitant and wary, “those are wild wolves. How are you controlling them?""Wouldn't you like to know?" I say, scathingly. “Maybe the wolfsbane you gave me had some other side effects.”Hunter growls, “Enough of your ugly lies-““O
My True Mate CHAPTER SEVENTEEN
I feel a sense of stark relief on seeing Lucas who bares his teeth at Hunter who has gone still.I look over them and I see a shocked look on Valerie's face, especially when Lucas wanders over to me, standing next to me and I put a possessive hand on his neck.I give her a cold smile.I can tell that she expected me to be broken and desolate, still wanting scraps of Hunter’s affection. I can see the rage in her eyes that despite how I suffered, I'm standing tall and proud, with the most powerful member of the back standing by my side. Hunter watches us for a few seconds and then he transforms. Lucas follows suit.“what is this?!" Hunter snarls at Lucas. "You said you had to finished the job.”Finished the job?I see no sign of the man I had once loved and I let out aa shuddering breath. Lucas wraps his arm around my waist and sneers, “I never said anything. You assumed. I decided to make Sarah my mate.”Hunters face turns pale and Valerie's mouth falls open
My True Mate CHAPTER EIGHTEEN
Lucas glances at me and then says, “Even if she does have her mating ceremony, she will stay here with me while we wait for that event.”Valerie makes a clicking sound of disappointment, “That's not how this works. She has to live with her family before the mating ceremony.”I don't know what the two of them are planning but I don't want to leave Lucas.“You’re now a part of this pack again, Sarah,” Hunter says, coolly. “I hope you don’t disappoint us again with your actions.”“I don't want to be part-“Lucas squeezes my shoddier, forcing me to fall silent. “If she has to go back to the pack, then I’ll come with her,” He says, calmly. I see the rage in Hunter’s eyes as Lucas his arm around my waist, yanking me into his chest in a possessive move. “You-“ Hunter takes a step forward, angrily and Valerie intervenes, her voice sweet as always but her eyes hard.“I'm afraid that's not going to be possible,” She said. “You’re the pack hunter. Other packmates are
My True Mate CHAPTER NINETEEN
I didn't want to return to the pack.However, Lucas told me to trust him which is what I did.I don't know what Valerie and Hunter are planning but a few days later, they arrive, to bring me back to the back and this time by force if need be. As Lucas had predicted, he had been sent on a mission and he wasn't home. But the surprise really came with my entire family showed up to escort me back, my father at the forefront. I had seen Hunter’s anger at being out maneuvered and Valerie’s dismay but they had had no choice but to let my family escort me. Whatever, while holding their gaze, I had crouched to the ground and told my wolves to run which they did.The fury in Hunter’s eyes had been satisfying.However, I wasn’t welcome back to the pack with open arms, just as I had expected.It’s been four days since I returned and the hostility is suffocating. Pack mates who had once been so close to me, now give me cold glances or simply pretend I don’t exist. This is
Latest chapter
My True Mate CHAPTER TWO HUNDRED AND FIFTY
SarahThe days that follow are sad ones. We all have to come together as a pack to work through the loss of so many loved ones. “I really thought we were finding peace,” Dustin says, as we gather together three days later. “I hoped it would stay.”“We’ll find that now,” I tell him. “There are always going to be times of peace and times of conflict. I’ve learned we have to accept that as a way of life. That’s the downside of being in a wolf pack.“But the good days outnumber the bad. And we’re strong, we’re fierce. We’ll get through this and defeat any enemies that might come up next. We just have to trust in each other and have faith in the pack.”The words resonate with me as I say them. Despite all the hardships, I’m more devoted to this pack than I ever have been. I’ve learned to accept the ups and downs which are easier to manage now that things between Lucas and I don’t feel quite as fragile.“That’s why you’re a great leader,” Dustin says. “You inspire us all to do just
My True Mate CHAPTER TWO HUNDRED AND FORTY NINE
LucasAs I watch my baby in Sarah’s arms, I’m happier than I ever thought I’d be. A son and a daughter. It feels like now our family is complete. Though I’m open to more children in the future. Right now, I’m just content.Sarah and I tend to be rough sleepers though. So, as Sarah dozes off, I take Evelyn from her arms and place her in the bassinet. Then, I join Sarah on the bed.“She’s beautiful,” I say, cuddling my sleepy mate. “You’re beautiful. I’m so grateful to you for bringing our children into our life like you have. “I know it’s never easy. I won’t even pretend to understand what you go through. But you give up so much for our family. I appreciate that more than I can express.”“And I appreciate you,” she says. “You’re a wonderful father and a fantastic husband. I’m so glad to share all of this with you. I’m so grateful to be building a family with you.”I kiss her and the warmth of having my true mate in my life envelopes me. It just feels so natural and right when y
My True Mate CHAPTER TWO HUNDRED AND FORTY EIGHT
Sarah“That is an incredible offer,” I say, my eyes staring right into Azar’s. “You’ve promised so much, and I know we’d both prosper within a formed alliance. However, we can’t promise our daughter’s hand in marriage.”My words prompt a hearty response. Some are mere whispers while others are outright defiant. Many can’t believe that we would turn away from this. But we have to do what’s right for our daughter.“Now, I’m not shutting down the idea of a future marriage completely,” I clarify. “Maybe our daughter will end up with your son. Maybe they will be mates.“But we’ll have to wait and see once she’s old enough to decide. Since we’ll be allies regardless, they’ll know each other. They can spend time together.“If our daughter decides that your son is her mate and they both love each other, then they can get married. We’re going to leave that up to her though. We don’t want to make such a big decision for her before she can even consent to it.”Azar’s demeanor falls. It re
My True Mate CHAPTER TWO HUNDRED AND FORTY SEVEN
LucasSarah looks at me with an expectant look on her face, and I’m just not sure what I should say. The kiss still bothers me. It hurts me. As her mate, I have reason to be upset.The guilt still haunts me though. It reminds me of how I hurt her. It whispers that I deserve this. I know that I deserve this.“It’s nothing,” I insist.“Lucas, please open up to me,” she says. She takes my hand in hers and looks at me with those eyes I never can resist. “I saw you and Azar last night,” I confess. “I saw the kiss.”Sarah looks at me with shock and guilt written upon her face. I hate that. It’s proof that what I saw was true. They did kiss. She betrayed me.“I know I betrayed you horribly,” I continue. “So, I understand that I deserve that. But it still hurts, Sarah. “I thought we had moved past all of that. I thought we were solid. I thought we weren’t ever going to let anyone get between us again. But I guess I was wrong.”Jealous tears through me as the kiss replays in my min
My True Mate CHAPTER TWO HUNDRED AND FORTY SIX
LucasI’m surprised then when I wake, Sarah isn’t beside me. I panic. After everything that’s happened, I simply can’t help it. There are too many ways things can go wrong.I need her near me. I need to always know that she’s okay.After a deep breath, I realize that something feels wrong. Something seems off. I walk to Fergus’ room and see him sleeping peacefully. I tuck the baby monitor in my pocket and step outside. I won’t go far, I can’t go far without Fergus, so hopefully she’s close by.It doesn’t seem like she is at first. I look all around our home and don’t see her. Then, I go towards the back yard and I stop.Sarah is there, but the tree line, but she’s not alone. He’s with her. The anger from earlier boils within me again.I know I shouldn’t be jealous, especially not after what I did to Sarah. I have no right to worry about that after all I put her through. And nothing truly awful has happened between them. I don’t have a solid reason to be upset.Besides, I tru
My True Mate CHAPTER TWO HUNDRED AND FORTY FIVE
Lucas“You don’t have to give an answer right now,” he rushes in to say. “I’m not expecting you to be sure of anything right now. It’s just something to think about.”I’m so taken off guard by this that I don’t know a single word to say in response. I have tried to push aside my fears that he wants to seduce Sarah and getting to know them all a little better has helped me to do so.My daughter though… I never thought he’d be after my daughter. Arranged marriage? “That’s a big topic,” Sarah says slowly. “We’d definitely need time to think about it further. We’d have to talk through this amongst ourselves.”“Of course,” Azar replies with a pleasant smile. “I’m not trying to force your hand or anything. Take as much time as you need. It is a big decision but I think it’s the right one.”We don’t stay out much longer than that. We circle back to the gathering for a little while. But everyone is tired, so we all head back home soon after.It’s only once we’re back home that every
My True Mate CHAPTER TWO HUNDRED AND FORTY FOUR
SarahI take a moment to give Lucas a hug and another kiss before we step into the area where the feast is being hosted. I can sense that he’s still a little insecure about things, but he had no reason to worry. I’m going to be true to him always.I’ll admit though, I am intrigued by this new pack. I wonder about the kinds of magic they can do. I’m curious about all they have to offer.As we walk towards their Alpha, the pack starts to congregate together, which is a little strange. Before this, they were mingling with everyone else. There seems to be a shift though as we approach them.“We’re so grateful you’ve accepted us,” Azar says, flashing that friendly smile. Is there anything flirtatious about it? I don’t really think so.“To show our gratitude, we would like to show you something,” he continues. “A little show before dinner.”I hesitate. What if this is something malicious? I don’t know anything about this pack. Is it a trap?They’re already here though. They could tr
My True Mate CHAPTER TWO HUNDRED AND FORTY THREE
LucasAfter everything else that’s happened, I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t worried about this new pack joining us. It’s not like it’s uncommon for packs to approach each other, especially if they think a mutually beneficial alliance can be formed.The fact that packs are now approaching us like this shows our growth. I’m proud of Sarah for bringing this pack to greatness like this. I’m happy to welcome newcomers in.It’s just that there’s been a lot going on lately. And it still seems like a risk to allow anyone new to come into this peaceful place we created.Then, I realize that I’m sounding a bit like how Liza sounded when we brought Brandon in. It gives me more empathy towards her but also makes me realize that maybe I’m being a bit paranoid.It will be good to have another alliance. This could ultimately be beneficial to us. So, I help answer questions as the pack follows us. I remain as engaging as possible as I get to know them.“You’ve truly created something impres
My True Mate CHAPTER TWO HUNDRED AND FORTY TWO
SarahChills run down my spine as I listen to this prophecy about our daughter. I always knew our children would be great. But I never expected something like this.Could it be true?I assume it is considering the way this prophecy has been delivered. What does it mean though? How do we deal with something like this?Before we can ask any questions, the bubble floats off into the sky which grows lighter again. The lights turn back on. The candles are re-lit.Lucas and I look to each other as everyone looks to us for answers. Yet I’m stumped. Usually I know what to say, but not this time.“I have no idea where that came from,” I admit. I’ve found that when it comes to being Alpha, the best way to approach these sorts of things is from a place of honesty. “However, I can say that I feel blessed.“It’s clear our daughter will be special. I don’t know exactly what that means yet, but we will take care of her to the best of our ability. We’ll cherish her just as we do Fergus. We’ll
