Stephanie's POV
Shaking my head sideways, I tried to shove off the figure from my head but it has been stuck permanently.Several times, I tried to scream but my voice came out as a muffled sound that had no effect at all.“Are you alright?” Davies' voice broke into my thoughts and with all the strength I could muster, I snapped my eyes open.There he was, towering above me with a worried look on his face.“Finally, you’re awake.” He said in relief as he helped me sit up.Darting my eyes around, I realized I wasn't in the spacious and brightly lit room anymore, but rather, I was in a smaller room and on a spacious bed.Dabbing off the beads of perspiration on my forehead, he cooed, “Are you alright?”Gulping, I nodded.“You’ve been out for a while.”“Stop sounding like I died or something.” I chuckled, rolling my eyes playfully at him.Holding his shoulders, I pulled him to mDavies' POV“ I am sorry…!” I kept whispering to no one in particular. My heart tugged painfully as I recall her painful expression. She had grabbed my arm firmly like her life depended on it while her soft breathing which sounded like music, rented the space in my head. Her hot gaze which went beyond my skin was something else, I literally died and resurrected several times. As much as I didn't want to admit, deep down I wanted to show her Kylo.Though I had managed to run away from her, I could still feel the intensity of her gaze. Dammit!Darting my eyes around in a position, I tried to fathom on the next step of action to take but my head suddenly went blank. If anything, I wasn't expecting her to figure things out so easily. “Ugh! This is sickening, I clenched and unclenched my fists several times in frustration as I was slowly losing my head.It wasn't just about Stephanie alone. My wolf was getting even more desperate. To be let out…with her. But I was afraid of losing he
DAVIES POVAs soon as I caught her in my arms, Kylo was distracted and I was able to take over again. I truly wanted to scold him but then it wasn't his fault. Afterall, I was also struggling to fight my emotions around Stephanie. Even in her current state, the frightened look still lingered and this made me furious. In anger, I snapped at Kylo, “You see what you’ve caused.” I ratted out in anger. “You always want your way and won't stop until you get what you want, take a look at the repercussions.” Non stop, I continued to lash out at Kylo since all these happened because of him. I could feel his guilt but I was too worked up. I was as scared as fuck, seeing her in the secret chamber. “ Do you think…?” Kylo muttered, sighing. He was referring to himself whom she got scared of and then passed out. “No… It wasn't up to a minute. It will be a fragment, I'm sure of that.” I muttered. To show his remorse, Ky
Alpha Gregory's For more than ten minutes, I remained in the same position, staring into space and not the picture I was holding onto.“This can't be real.” I muttered, biting my lower lips as my heart rammed against my chest in a quick succession. Now grasping the picture with both hands, I didn't take my eyes off it even for a split second; my full attention on it. The conflicting thoughts in my head continued to throw me unbalanced as it was hard to believe what I had just been fed with. I felt like I'd been punched in the gut, my breath knocked out of me. The picture in my hands seemed to burn with a fire that threatened to consume me whole. My Ava, my lover, my... traitor?I couldn't wrap my head around it. The thought of Ava, with her bright smile and sparkling eyes, being a traitor, was too much to bear. I felt like I was living in a nightmare, and I couldn't wake up.Memories of our time together fl
Alpha Gregory's Three days later…The waiting period of the test result was grueling. It seems like it has been a year already when it has been barely three days since my last talk with Alpha Thompson.At intervals, I found myself studying Ava more carefully than I have ever done, still I couldn't find anything different. She looks so innocent. “I have to reach out to him, I can't sit back any longer.” I noted. It wasn't long after I made this decision that a soft knock rang across the room, causing me to shift my gaze to the door. A second later, the door creaked open, revealing a guard who was holding a brown envelope that had an official emblem. “Where did you get that from?” I spurted, almost tearing open the envelope with my eyes. “It came from Alpha Thompson.” He replied, pushing his hand forward. “It seemed urgent so he asked me to get it delivered immediately.” He added in a bre
Stephanie's POV “ Tell me who you truly are, Davies. Why are the Seekers after you?” I asked, breaking away from the kiss.Davies took in a deep breath as if contemplating on the words to use. I know I should have let it go but this concerns our lives together. If he was a special hybrid, was I safe with him?“ I am a dragon Lycan. A lycan with the blood of a true dragon. The Seekers are after my blood. Only few know of my true blood and they were the ones that sold me out.”I listened to his explanation and why the Seekers wanted him. I heard his words clearly and I understood what it means to be who he was. I could feel his pain and the trauma he must have gone through. I was ready to fight for him, fight for our love.But something kept tugging at my heart.I stared at the gorgeous man, realising why he was so beautiful. He was a rare species, higher than my breed and even half of his breed. I could feel his struggle to be ac
Stephanie POV “I understand how you feel, I mean…” He halted only to continue almost immediately. “Trust me, I won't be angry with any decision you take.” He shrugged. “If I was in your place, I would make the right decision…” “And that is?” I halted him, staring deep into his eyes. Shaking his head slowly, he began to struggle with his words as he kept darting his eyes about. “You're going to find it hard to let go, right?” I didn't wait for his response before I began to go on and on with my words. “Right now, I just can't. It's hard and… I really just can't.” I broke down in tears. Using his thumb to wipe the tears rolling down my cheeks, he edged closer, “Then, let's do this, together.” “I will make sure I protect you.” He added, his tone more stronger and firm than earlier. Smiling at his soothing words, I nodded, slowly wrapping my hands around his neck, pulling him to myself. Ignoring th
Stephanie's POV I looked up to see an unfamiliar face. He just helped me from falling on my butt. But he looked unfamiliar. Who exactly was he?" I am sorry, Lady Stephanie. I am one of the royal guards placed by the king to watch over you," He said, letting go off me.Before I could say anything more, he had literally disappeared. With a shrug, I made my way back to my room. Soon it was dinner time, but still I had been unable to overcome the fright Raina had instilled into me. At intervals, I found myself thinking of what she had in store for me just like she had said and I must confess it even made things worse. Standing in front of the mirror, I took a deep breath and then smashed a bright smile that spread across my lips. He shouldn't see me disoriented. — I thought, grasping the edge of my gown. Satisfied, I stepped out of my chambers into the hallway but before I could even take a few steps, the smile I was wearing weaned off. Reluctantly, I made my way towards the dinin
Davies' POV If she hadn't knocked the glass over earlier, I wouldn't have known she was in pain as I was preoccupied with my own thoughts. Grateful that the healer was nearby when I called, I urged him to look into her quickly so I wouldn't lose her but to my disappointment, he couldn't do anything. Time was no longer on our side, I knew this because her body was gradually turning blue. If I don't act now, I’m going to lose her. “Drink up.” I urged her to drink my blood as that was the only remedy at this point but she was reluctant. Coaxing her was another milestone that breaking through seemed difficult but I wasn't going to back down. When she finally succumbed, I was more than grateful and just like I had visualized, she slowly returned to her normal state of health, leaving me relieved. “Thank you for saving me.” She mumbled, trying to hold my hand but she was too weak to get a grasp. Patting her back with a reassuring smile, I whispered, “I just performed my responsibil
Davies’s POVAt the seekers' lair, the moment Stephanie stepped out with the kids, I wanted to rush to her side and give her a bear hug but somehow, I was able to hold back from doing so.And when she ran to Gregory immediately, my heart shredded into a million pieces.So as not to dwell on the scene playing right beside me, I busied myself watching the fire that was rising into the sky.To keep Stephanie close, I had offered to host them for the night and to my delight, he accepted without making a fuss.Even with her presence and the fire crackling in the fireplace of the bar, the house was cold.With my back turned on them, I kept my gaze out of the windows as my heart clenched against my chest. Stephanie tried all she could to lighten the mood but Gregory was distant and just the same way she was hurt with his attitude, so was I. Pushing my hand into my pockets, I swirled around. It was then I discovered Stephanie had left Gregory to himself and I was glad she did. Was I happy
Stephanie’s POVFinally, it was all over. The seekers had all gone to fight Gregory and the army but none of them returned to the dimly lit hall for me and my kids, not even the old seeker. Scooping my kids in my arms, I placed a tender kiss on their foreheads, holding them to my chest as relief watched through me.The thought of losing one of them had made me terrified as cold chills ran through my spines.After kicking off the bowl the old seeker had placed my son in readiness for the sacrifice, I turned around to leave. They were fast asleep, so they were oblivious of what was happening around them. “This way." One of Gregory's soldiers said, steering me down a path which led out of the Seekers lair.The moment I stepped out into the bright night, I saw them. Gregory was standing tall with blood dripping down one side of his face while Davies stood behind him. “Raze down the cave." Davies commanded and immediately, the night erupted into bright flames. Still clutching my kids
Alpha Gregory’s POVFinally, it was the day of the ritual.Stephanie and the kids were finally going to return to me once more.All through the day, I was giddy with excitement that I couldn't sit still. The prospect of having my family back after several days was too good to be true that I couldn't think of anything else.“You should get some rest, it's going to be a long night." Davies had said to me countless times but I always shoved his words to the side. An hour before the ritual would begin, Davies and I went over our plans with our allies for the last time before we ventured into the dark night. The closer we got to the lair, the thicker the tension in the air. I bet I was the only one feeling this way because Davies and the others were unfazed. The Lycans moved in silence, their eyes glowing in the dark and their claws were extended and ready for the bloodshed to come. The Dragons towered above the
Stephanie's POVResting my back against the cold wall, I had my knees pulled up to my chin with my eyes all over the place. The only thing I could think about were my kids. Ever since we got abducted, I haven't been allowed to see them. Their incessant cries were the only thing that gave me hope that they were alive, nothing more. Holding my breath, I tried to pull myself to my feet but I couldn't as I was cramped. I have been confined to this little space and so I didn't have enough space to move my legs about. What should I do now? I was the seekers' target and not the kids. If anything happens to my innocent children, I will never be able to forgive myself.Suddenly, the sound of approaching footsteps in the hallway came to an end and almost immediately, the door creaked open and one of the seekers stepped in. Scrambling to my feet, I asked, “My kids, how are they? You said you were going to check with
Davies's POV With my hands tucked inside my pockets, I fixed my gaze on the flickering flames of the fireplace in my study. The room was warm, yet I felt cold. It wouldn't be long before I become completely frozen. Instead of going to meet Gregory in his pack, I had invited him over so we could plan on how to take down the seekers once and for all. It took us several hours but still, we have been unable to come up with something solid. Just when it seemed like we were getting a breakthrough, there would be an obstacle or a loophole that would leave us with no choice but to start all over again. The truth was, there was no perfect plan but of course, there was one which could be regarded as almost perfect. Infiltrating the seekers' hideout was the plan and unlike the last time when I was the only one who needed to be rescued, three delicate lives were on the line. And we intend to save them all.
Davies's POV It was getting more messy. Gregory was losing his head and as if that was not enough, he had resumed blaming me for being behind Stephanie's and the kid's abduction. Clasping my hands, I leaned against the window pane, allowing my eyes to travel the distance as different thoughts swirled around my head.It had been confirmed that the seekers had them but no matter how much I tried, I just couldn't locate their hiding place. Just when I was about to go berserk and kick things into the air, an idea struck and it sounded like the breakthrough I wanted. Instead of staying in the shadows and searching for the seekers current location, I will put myself out there so they will know what I was up to. My plan clicked and in less than twenty four hours, I was invited by the head of the seekers.Without wasting time, I embarked on the journey and on arrival since I was being expected, I was led right int
Alpha Gregory's POV With each passing day, the hope of seeing Stephanie and the kids was getting thinner but I wasn't going to give up until I found them. Most times, I couldn't help but blame myself for getting involved with Davies. If only I hadn't agreed to her request of going to rescue him when he was at the seekers' lair, this wouldn’t have happened. My family is going to remain intact and we will have nothing to worry about. A few minutes ago, Frank had stepped out to meet with Davies who had just arrived at the pack house. I had intentionally refused to meet with him because I didn't trust myself.Each time I saw him, I would become furious since I considered him the architect of my woes but I never said that to him directly. Falling back on the couch, I tossed my head backwards, allowing a low wince to escape from my lips. I hope you’re fine, hang on, I will come and get you very soon, I promise. – I thought, my heart constricting against my chest. The scenario I was g
Davies's POVTitling my head to the side, a low wince escaped from my lips.Just when I thought things had returned to normalcy, they struck again but their target this time was Stephanie and her kids.I felt guilty for pulling Stephanie into the mess I had created.Before I could open my mouth to speak, my decision had been made, “I’m coming.”“Thank you." Gregory said, patting my back while I just nodded.He didn't need to thank me. I was the one who created the mess so it was only right for me to clean up.“We are going to find Stephanie and the kids." I said, my hand resting on my chest to show I was being sincere with my words.To save them, I was willing to do whatever it takes even if I had to put my life on the line to make it happen.
Davies's POVIt had been two weeks since Alpha Gregory rescued me from the hands of the seekers and I had recovered fully.Looking back, I could only imagine what the seekers would have done to me if not for his timely intervention I was immensely grateful for.Life had returned to normalcy.I no longer spent my day constantly looking over my shoulders and wondering what next the seekers were up to.Walking up to the window in my study, I allowed my eyes to linger on the lush vegetation that went on for miles as I thought of only one person.Stephanie.I had tried all I could to forget about her after the warning I received from Gregory's beta but it was to no avail.Each time, I found myself thinking about her, where she was and if she was thinking about me too.