Serenity POV"This is not that hard, Nick!""It is if you haven't done it before, Serenity.""Just stick it in the hole.""I know that much. Just give me a minute.""Goddess this is taking forever. Just jam it in there.""Stop pressuring me. You get scary when you're mad.""Oh you haven't seen me mad. Mess this up and I'll show you mad.""Got it!" He shouted in relief. "Finally!" I growled impatiently.Nicholas swung the door open and out walked a very pissed off wolf."Sorry!" Nicholas gave me his boyish smirk that I hated, but secretly loved."You're an asshole." I said, lightly pushing him."Maybe, but that was an accident. If I wanted to lock you between worlds I would of destroyed the key." Now he gave me a full cocky smile that he knew I couldn't help but crack one back to him."How about we not use magic to play pranks anymore." I rolled my eyes at him. The past two weeks we had started a war with each other, trying to outsmart the other, but we quickly realized we are both v
Serenity POVNicholas sat next to me, examining my face for a moment. He didn't want this to be the last time we ever saw each other, and neither did I. What if I die tomorrow with this half ass plan? He moved his hand to my back, gently drawing circles to offer some comfort. I smiled that he couldn't help but constantly show me support. He was taught his whole life that werewolves were vile beast underserving of this life, yet he couldn't help but see me as something magical that belonged in this world."I know you won't harm her S. You going to get hurt trying to save a Queen that damns us all." "I'll do what is needed of me."Nicholas clenched his jaw. "S I can feel your devotion to her. You would give your life to protect her.""It is my life to give. Don't worry about me, Nick. I'll be fine.""What if I can't help but worry about you?" His voice was small pout like a child.I lightly giggled, turning my head to face him. His playful smile fell seeing tears run down my face. He
Ryker POVRichard and Elena held each other a few moments, but growls from my chest began vibrating through the air, making them both laugh. Elena got back up to sit next to me again. "I'm not in danger and I chose you." She whispered, planting a kiss on my lips.Richard smiled at us. "Your fated mate was chosen for you at birth for the person you were mostly likely to become. Most people stay close on course so even if they take some twist and turns they are close to who they were thought to be. Your life took unfortunate turns, unforeseeable twist, and you suffered greatly at the hands of your father. You are not a sweet naive girl or even as kind hearted as the El that loved my brother. I can see the distrust and harden heart this version of you has become because of the life you led so far. I can also see how you love this control freak of a beast. You two were not fated at birth, but you made your own path, and as your souls were pulled and twisted you became the perfect fit to
Elena POV"Today is the day my Queen. Oh for fuck's sake." Helena slammed the door, startling us both awake. "Helena!" I giggled at her abrupt comment, realizing I laid naked next to Ryker."Can I please kill her Elena." His voice was angry, but it quickly soften when I laid my body next to his."No, lover." I said, giving him a small kiss."We have a busy day Princess unless you no longer wish to be Queen." Helena spoke with all attitude. She had been extra moody lately. I knew she didn't approve of Ryker, but I really didn't understand why."Of course I plan to be Queen, but I also plan to have my lover in my bed." I kissed his perfect lips.Ryker's fingers grazed over my back making me swoon at his touch. "One day we will be mates and I won't be just your lover.""One day soon I hope." My voice turned sad and Ryker knew why. As much as we wanted this future we both knew it was far from soon. I still couldn't believe he would betray me or how. We fought a lot, but we always came to
Chris POV"I don't have time for you, worthless whore. Move!" I was going to count to five then throw her out of my way. I was now feeling the high take over. My body was lit on fire and there was only one thing I wanted, my mate."Touché! I actually have something for Ryker. Could you pass it along for me?" She leaned into me, sliding her hand seductively over my chest. I shuddered at the idea of touching this woman and it wasn't even because of my mate. She was a vile, soulless woman that I would love to remove from this world."What would Ryker want from you?" "He has been searching the surveillance footage for a woman. I found some from my prisons and Alpha Damien's. It doesn't show much and has some gaps in time, but it could be helpful to him."I snatched the thumb drive from her filthy claws and moved towards the doors again. Luna Marissa called to me. "I know we got off on the wrong foot, Christopher. I just want to start over. Please let your Alpha know if he needs anythin
Ryker POVI dressed in my room with a grin on my face like I did every morning after spending the night with my chosen mate. I had no clue how we were getting through today, or any day with Elena as Queen, but I wasn't giving up on our future together.'Alpha, I got the asshole who raped and experimented on our sister. Meet me in the woods. We need to bring him to the King before Elena is crowned or he will walk free.' Chris' voice was a low dark tone coming through my head.'Who?' I demanded, accidentally using my Alpha aura in my rage to kill whoever dared touch my little sister.'Fuucck! I... wanted it... surprise. Nate!' Chris tried resisting my command, but it came over as waves making him submit. 'Nate? Damien's brother? Beta Nate? Do you have proof? Elena will have our heads if we lay one finger on him.''Afraid of a little girl, Shadow King?''Chris!' I shot a crippling pain through my brother's body.'I'm messing with you asshole. Goddess, that fucking hurt.''Proof?''Yes!
Elena POVI stood next to my father's chair waiting nervously. It had been twenty minutes and there was no word from Nate or Ryker. Damien kept glancing to me from where he sat with his mother. He tried to remain confident, but it's been too long since we heard from Nate.The King stood, walking towards the stage's edge to address our people. He spoke out loud and through our mindlink for all of the kingdom and council to hear. "We are gathered here today to witness the end of my era and the beginning of my daughter's. I have put my blood, sweat, and tears into this Kingdom so it would remain protected from the many threats we faced in the past, and may still face in the future. Although my child will be Queen with no King, I will be here to guide her. In two weeks time she will chose a mate and give her people their next King." He glared at me so I knew this was nonnegotiable. The crowd cheered for both myself becoming Queen and at the idea of a new King soon. I tensed at the idea
Elena POV"No father! Please don't do this! It's a misunderstanding." I grabbed my father's shirt, kneeling before him, begging him to not kill Nate. The King's eyes turned black then back handed me across the face. The entire crowd gasped at the sudden hit he gave me across the face. They screamed for their Queen to not be harmed by the Savage king.My father cursed at his rash behavior. He knew he couldn't let his emotions take over, but everyone knew he hated to be challenged. I needed to do something."You want to be Queen, then kill this traitor and the crown is yours. Show our people that you will protect them." The King took a blade from a guard and handed it to me.I wrapped my fingers around the blade and the King took his seat. He knew I had to do it or I would lose the faith of our people. I looked out to the crowd in a panic of what to do.I slowly walked to Nate, giving Ryker a look of disgust. This time he caught my eyes and a sharp pain of guilt ran through him. I stoo
Damien POVElena and I stayed in her room hiding from everyone. We had so much drama in these few short months that we were both on edge."Oh, Elena dear. Why is Alpha Damien here?" Helena walked in rubbing her head confused.Elena looked to her sensing something was off. "Are you ok?" She asked."Fine my child. Just seem to have misplaced some time. I guess I'm getting old, no worries though. Would you like me to bring you some dinner?" Helena smiled and her eyes held that soft motherly innocence that we hadn't seen in so long."What do you mean, misplaced time?" My tone let my Alpha aura slip through. I knew something was off and I didn't like it. Not just for Helena sake, but that she was so close to my Queen."I don't know exactly. I woke in the pantry earlier and feel like weeks have passed. In truth, I don't remember being here in the castle that much the last month or so. Like I zoned out or something.""Or something." I growled. My eyes went blank for a few moments mind linkin
Serenity POV"I can't believe you came here, Nicholas. It was foolish and you could have been killed." I huffed in aggravation at my mate."Well, it was worth it because if I didn't we wouldn't be together. I know you had every intention of leaving me." He pouted."I did not!"He gave me a look telling me he knew that was a big fat lie. "Ok, fine, maybe I was thinking about it, but it hurt like hell." I punched him in the shoulder before getting out of the car."Awe! What was that for, beast?" He whined, standing next to me by the front door to our house."That was for making me like you so much. Now what are we going to do about him?" I pointed to the door where my father was close by waiting for us."No clue. Let's just wing it, I guess." He said, grabbing my hand and leaning closer."Wing it? You have gone rogue little witch boy.""I'm not that much younger then you S and I didn't go Rogue. I was born a witch and always will be. Your moon goddess and Hecate linked us together for
Elena POV"I'm sorry S. I was such a foolish child. I can't live without you. Please forgive me!" I pleaded."Seriously, I should be begging you. I lied to you your whole life. You're like my sister, my only true family. I should have told you everything years ago."We stayed in each other's arms for a long time, apologizing over and over. "Ok, I think we both agree we are sorry and forgive each other. Come sit with me and tell me everything." I pulled Serenity to my bed and we laid down side by side.We spent an hour catching up from Serenity's true heritage to meeting her father and unlocking her powers. She even mentioned a certain boy, Nicholas, but pretended like it was nothing. I told her about Tyler's betrayal, my father and Luna Marissa affair in both the bedroom and with experimenting on species. I went on about my love for Ryker and that I finally lost my virginity, which of course Serenity wanted all the details of. I gushed telling her about how Nate and Hope found each
Serenity POVI waited in the small village all night unable to find sleep. I missed Nicholas, but I knew nurturing our bond would only cause more pain. Once he realized the life we would have, he would reject me. Right now, I needed to focus on saving Elena and my friends. Hearing Chris say that Elena and Damien were searching for me filled me with so much happiness. I spent months away from everything I ever known. I thought the people I loved, hated me. That they all viewed me as a traitor and a filthy witch. Now I knew they love me too and I used that to push me forward. I dressed in a long elegant green and beige dress. My dark skin seemed to glow and my black hair was half up with lose curls. I masked my powers from my witch heritage, but didn't lock them away. If I needed to fight I would be ready too. The herbs I gave Chris were harmless, and I prayed he didn't figure it out it until it was too late to do anything about it.I hid myself in the crowd, watching Elena and Damien
Ryker POVI tore apart the forest in my wolf form, taking down one rogue after the other. I could tell which ones were feral beast that spent years losing their humanity. I wasn't sure if this was a way to release pent up anger or some offering to the goddess that I could still help our kind by ridding those that harmed others. I cursed our goddess, but still felt a devotion to her. My wolf was at odds with me, wanting to take complete control, but I wouldn’t let him have it. He would run back to Elena then we would all die.The words Elena spoke of my betrayal kept replaying in my mind. Her eyes held no longing or compassion for me anymore. Her love for me vanished and I feared I would never see it again.~ "There is nothing between us Ryker, not anymore. You broke my heart and betrayed my loyalty. Leave and don't return." Elena's voice echoed over and over as I tore the Rogues limb from limb.My wolf argued that she didn't understand the dangers. That we needed to capture her and b
Hope POV"Oh thank the goddess. Where have you been, mom?" I gave her hug but scolded her for leaving my younger siblings alone. "I was at the castle. After everything that happened I ran back here. Ryker stripped Christopher of his Beta title. He can't do that. We can't let this family fall apart. He is too invested in that damn girl who just crowned Tyler as King."Nate growled at my mom for speaking so disrespectful of Elena. "You will watch your tongue about our Queen. I'm done playing by the Shadow's rules." Lucian came forward and we could both feel the immense power radiating from his aura.I took a second to swoon over his power then smacked his shoulder. "Enough, this is my mother, you will not growl at her, understood. As far as Ryker and Chris are concerned they can sort their own shit out. Right now, we need to get our people to safety. Go pack a bag mom!"Nate smiled at my bossy tone and my mom looked between the both of us about to speak, but retreated to her room inste
Nate POVI looked around the forrest, looking out to our pack house, my home in the distance. This might be the last time I saw these lands. I let out a long sigh then turned and left. I shifted into my white wolf, grabbing my bag in my mouth and headed to Hope. Lucian was desperate to see her. He needed to sense our pup growing inside her. It filled me with a new purpose that I couldn't wait to fulfill.When I arrived to the Shadow Moon's territory people were running around like crazy. I didn't bother shifting to ask what happened though. If there was danger then I couldn't wait another second to find Hope.Her scent grew stronger near the cells which made me let out a ferocious growl. Elena told me she was taken prisoner, but I didn't actually think Ryker could put her in a dungeon. At that moment, I no longer cared who the Alpha was or what anyone's rules were. I was getting my mate and we were leaving to do this our own way in this world.Two large men guarded the cement doors.
Meredith POVI watched the ceremony from a distance with a shattered heart. Everything we worked for was for nothing. Both my boys defied the goddess and now all the Shadows would feel her wrath. I didn't want to admit it, but I was growing fond of Elena too. This new life she was about to lead would be one of a loveless marriage filled with nothing but to please others. I was sad for my son mostly. As much as I wanted them apart and I knew Ryker loved her. This could break our Alpha and our family. Too many secrets have lived between us for too long. I rushed back to the castle to change back to my body. I needed to be there for my sons when they returned home.I left Helena's body in the kitchen's pantry with enough sleeping potion to keep her knocked out for a few hours. If I wasn't able to return I at least wanted Helena to have a chance to get her life back. Elena was going to need her and her husband truly loved her. Helena was a good person and she made a good life here in t
Elena POV"No father! Please don't do this! It's a misunderstanding." I grabbed my father's shirt, kneeling before him, begging him to not kill Nate. The King's eyes turned black then back handed me across the face. The entire crowd gasped at the sudden hit he gave me across the face. They screamed for their Queen to not be harmed by the Savage king.My father cursed at his rash behavior. He knew he couldn't let his emotions take over, but everyone knew he hated to be challenged. I needed to do something."You want to be Queen, then kill this traitor and the crown is yours. Show our people that you will protect them." The King took a blade from a guard and handed it to me.I wrapped my fingers around the blade and the King took his seat. He knew I had to do it or I would lose the faith of our people. I looked out to the crowd in a panic of what to do.I slowly walked to Nate, giving Ryker a look of disgust. This time he caught my eyes and a sharp pain of guilt ran through him. I stoo