Chapter 68- The Ultimatum The door opens loudly, and I see Judith walk in with a blanket around her as she shivers. “Come sit on the couch. It will warm you up quickly.” I call to her from under my blanket. “That drive sucks.” She grumbles as she sits on the couch and pulls her feet under her blanket. “Yeah, but you will be safe.” Onyx laughs as he takes Lobo out of Aiden’s hands to allow him to warm up. “Hey, little buddy. Let’s get that jacket off of you, shall we?” Onyx asks him as he sits on the floor in front of the window. “Is this a snowsuit?” Onyx laughs as he holds it in the air. “I know how cold it is down here. I wanted him to be warm.” Clara laughs as she places a large basket on the kitchen counter. “Open concept?” Judith asks as she arches her neck above the couch, looking around. “It sure is for the living, kitchen, and dining rooms. There is a pool and a movie theater down the hall if needed. Numerous bedrooms upstairs as well. But those
Chapter 69- No contact Onyx immediately turns into his Lycan form and grabs my father, flinging him through the air like a rag doll. “Onyx!” Aiden warns as Onyx stomps heavily to my father in a rage I have never seen. “Let him go,” I whisper into the phone. “Briar, that is your father.” My mother screeches as she hears me. “Not anymore. A father wouldn’t try and kill his child or abduct her from the mate she wishes to stay with. No, you both mean nothing anymore. What happens, happens. Goodbye, Mindy.” I state before closing the phone and handing it back to Judith. “Turn it off.” I sob as I watch Onyx lean over my father’s bloodied body on the ground. Everyone walks around uneasily, not knowing what is happening. “Can I get you anything? I have some leftovers from last night.” Clara asks Judith and me as she tries to keep herself busy. “That sounds lovely, Clara. Let me help you with that.” Judith agrees as she lifts Lobo from the floor and heads to the
Chapter 70 - ClarificationThe moment his name comes from my mouth, he turns to face me. I can see the pain on his face, and he knows I will ask. “Yes, Briar?” His tone is different. The devastating news he does not want to give is now being questioned. “Did you search our room and ensure its safety?” I chicken out, or maybe I don’t want the sadness to come yet? I can see the relief flood his face and he shakes his head no. “I didn’t. The others did, but I will verify we are safe.” He kisses me on the forehead before searching every space in our living quarters and the nursery.He walks back to the end of the bed and hangs his head low. “Briar, we need to talk.” He whispers. “I know. Just tell me. Is he dead?” The tightness in my chest seems to grow with every swallow. I can hear my heartbeat within my ears as I begin to panic. “He is alive and stable.” He nods sadly. “Oh, thank the goddess.” I rest my head back on the pillow and allow the tears of relief to flow freely. “I don’t know
Chapter 71- Who does she think she is?She sits down and scribbles in her notebook before looking back at me. “You need to take it easy. No running around all day. I want you sitting whenever you get somewhere, and if you are in the room, I want your feet up. Tonight, take it slow if you shift. During the Luna party, please sit as much as you can. Don’t forget to drink plenty of water.” “I am ok? Are the babies ok?” I confirm. “From what I can see, you are all doing great. Have a wonderful day.” She bows to us, and Onyx walks her to the door. “Thanks, Doc.” “You are welcome, Alpha.” She bows before walking across the hall and knocking on Judith’s door. I smile at Onyx. “You want to run tonight, don’t you?” “I do.” My grin conveys just how much. “Ok, tonight we will run then. It will be a fun way to show you the mountains. If you get tired, I can carry you back.” He insists. “Sounds good to me.” “Today, we need to check in with the decorator for the Luna party. That is
Chapter 72 – Am I a wolf, or am I a Lycan? I approach her at Lycan speed. I can feel my body shifting beneath me and see within her eyes as fear takes over her. “I am sorry. Please, spare me.” She begs as I lift her off the ground. “You speak as though you are someone.” My voice sounds deeper and different. A fun mirror on the wall next to me tells me what I would have only ever imagined. I have turned into a Lycan form. Allowing the shock to wash away, I immediately turn my attention to Maggy. She is still pleading for her life and begging Onyx to assist her. “Please, for everything you and I have been through. Please, make her stop.” She begs. I claw across her mouth, allowing the blood to splatter across the wall beside us. “You are no longer permitted to speak or look at the Alpha unless he has spoken to you directly.” I alpha order her and watch as her eyes widen. I snap her arms before tossing her into the far wall, destroying the front door tryin
Chapter 73 – Pamper the Luna I shift faster and easier than I had earlier. My hair feels denser as I rub against a neighboring tree. The view into the dark mountainside looks clearer than I have ever envisioned; it almost seems like the middle of the day. “Do you feel ok?” Onyx asks me as I stretch my body and rub his lead. “After you.” I dash into the woods, taking care not to leap over anything that could harm my babies. A familiar figure catches up on my right side and nudges me softly. I allow my tongue to fall from my mouth lopsidedly and turn my head to make my best silly face to Judith as she runs past. We run for a few miles before we slide to a stop and howl. Usually, the feeling is joy, but I let everything go with this howl today. I allow all my anger, fear, and worry to flow through my body and be released as I howl into the night, thanking the great Goddess for the beautiful opportunity she has given me. When I am finally finished, I turn t
Chapter 74 – Luna PartyNava’s decorations start in the very next room. Softly light lights line the way to the back door. Drapes of pink and green silk replace the ceiling. “Look at this.” I spin, looking around in wonder as I gaze around the room we are walking through. “Take a deep breath. This next part can feel overwhelming.” He kisses me softly before waiting for my cue. Nodding my head one time, he clears his throat for the man standing before pink and green curtains to make the announcement. “All rise for your new Luna. It gives me great honor to welcome Luna Briar.” The man calls out loudly for all to hear before he and another man pull open the curtains for us to walk through. It feels as though time freezes. All the pack children stand front and center, smiling and clapping happily. Snow has begun to fall over the twinkling lights and hanging lanterns. There are yard games and two different maypoles. The shelters covering the food and table area have bamboo
Chapter 75 – Time to learn my Luna duties King Aiden smiles while pulling Judith closer to his side. “We haven’t had a moment where it was just the four of us, we are not planning on telling anyone else until our baby arrives, but we wanted the two of you to know before we left. You are family, after all.” His kind words make my night even better. “We are having a boy.” Judith happily declares. “Oh, congratulations! I am so happy for you both!” I weep as I pull them both in for a hug. “Congratulations. That is fantastic news. Onyx shakes Aiden’s hand before excusing himself to collect something. Onyx has a Gold, White, and Blue box as he returns. “What is this?” King Aiden asks Onyx as he hands it to the two of them. “Just a little something.” Onyx stands behind me and wraps his arms around my stomach to watch the pair of them. “I will hold it; you open it.” Aiden requests Judith. She slowly slips the cover off the box and holds up the little jumpsuit f