Camille was watching a woman before her. Xavier's mother was sitting in their temporary house. It was a place Xavier had found a few years before and changed into his shelter. He lived here when his mother was mad at him, waiting for her anger to subside. Luckily, the Queen couldn't be angry with her beloved child for too long. Now, she was, in fact, beaming with joy. Her dear son found himself a bride. And she was not some ordinary vampire female he liked to flirt with in the past. His fated bride was a witch. It was an excellent coincidence since the Queen was always fond of witches. She was disappointed with her husband when he decided to give up on the alliance with them. In her opinion, it was a failure. But now there was a chance to fix it. Their kinds could be united. And all of that would happen, thanks to Xavier. - I am so happy for you, son. Your bride is a gem indeed. - Queen said joyfully. Camille looked at her and thought Xavier's mother would appreciate her even if
Two weeks later.Katherine was sitting in her office as a lot of things required her attention. She finally finalized the contract about the school's modernization. The work will start any day now. New equipment was ordered to pack's hospital. After Sean's funeral, Katherine threw herself into work, as some things could no longer be postponed. Beta Calvin was a great help to her. The young man engaged himself in the warrior's training. Beta was talented and devoted to his work. Katherine was happy to have him by her side. Katherine had another thing that was occupying her mind. It was Greg. Her mate was very understanding. He gave her the space she needed. But now it was time to repay his kindness. For the last two weeks, Greg has been supporting her while keeping his distance. And he always showed her nothing else than patience.Katherine was ready to give them a real chance. It was a time to tell everyone about her mate. ~ Finally.~ Lucy said in her mind. She was grumpy for the
Katherine stood by Greg's side, carefully looking around. Alphas Jason and William stayed behind them together with King Marcus. They arrived at the pack an hour ago. What they found was very depressing. The whole pack was empty. There was no single soul left. Katherine glanced at Greg.- What happened here? Where is everyone? Vampire looked around, and it was evident he was confused, just like her. - I have no idea. It looks like everyone is gone. - But they left everything behind them? All their possessions, personal belongings. - Katherine raised her brow. - What made them leave in such a rush? Alpha Jason came to them. - Two other packs look precisely the same.- He said quietly like he was afraid someone could hear him. - Members of all those packs are gone without a trace. - Are you telling me they vanished? Because it is hard to believe no one noticed large groups of werewolves traveling on those lands. - Katherine asked him, doubtful. - That is obvious something happene
Camille was sitting on the couch, embracing her legs with her hands. She was watching Xavier pacing around the room. - What are you trying to say? - She asked her mate, who looked at her with concern. - I am trying to tell you that your so-called sisters went to war. For now, it is a low-level action, but who knows what they are going to do next? - It doesn't sound like Mother's plan. She prefers to work from the shadows. - Camille shook her head. She knew Mother long enough. She would rather wait with her plans for a hundred years than go into open attack. - Maybe the highest witch is no longer in charge? - Xavier glanced at his bride, but she just laughed. - Don't be ridiculous. Then the whole continent would know. She would instead burn the coven to the ground rather than give up her position.- I am sure what I heard. My father was talking loud enough. Three packs were wiped out. Werewolves are gone without a trace. - Xavier gave her a side look. - It still doesn't mean witc
Katherine was sitting in her room, looking through the window. She was watching Sammie walking around the packhouse. It has been three days since they saved the girl from her abandoned pack. It was also two days since Greg marked her and mated with her. It was a magical night, and Katherine was still on cloud nine. The next day, she officially introduced her mate to the whole pack. She was petrified to do it, but her members were very compassionate. All of them seemed to be genuinely happy for their Alpha. Probably, King Marcus being a part of an alliance helped as well. One way or another, Katherine could finally enjoy being mated again. And her wolf was not agitated anymore. Having her mate close was calming her and making her happy. Lucy deserved to be loved just like Katherine. Now Alpha was focused on the girl they saved. There was no doubt Sammie went through a colossal drama. She did not talk much and preferred to stay alone, even if other pups tried to approach her occasiona
Katherine looked at Camille with utter shock in her eyes. She wished to have Greg by her side now as she started to see red. Her claws elongated, And she was ready to jump on the witch at the sign of the slightest move. ~ How dare she show herself here? ~ Lucy growled in her mind.~ She must be crazy, so be prepared.~ Katherine told her wolf, and she received another growl from Lucy. - Are you done talking to your beast? - Camille asked her, unfazed by the sight of sharp claws. - How dare you show yourself after all you did? - Katherine gritted. - Please, I don't like it as much as you, but we may have a common interest. - The witch replied calmly. - My only interest is to rip off your throat.- Alpha female said in a hateful voice. - Give me a reason not to do this. And it is better to be a good one. - I came to help you. - Camille said, and Katherine gasped in disbelief. This woman had nerves. - I think you have helped me enough already. You almost destroyed my pack and killed
King Marcus looked at his son sitting before him. - I am proud of you, son. You found yourself an acceptable bride. I am sure the two of you will do great things together. - Thank you, Father. I can't stop thanking the gods for mating me with Katherine. She is a loving, caring person. She will be an extraordinary leader for both our kinds. - Greg replied with a soft smile. Whenever he thought about her, his heart melted. Katherine was unique to him from the day they met. She did not hesitate to save the vampire's life, even if that could endanger her. His bride always put others' needs before hers. - I would like to invite Katherine to introduce her officially to the members of the coven.- King interrupted his thoughts. - That is a very kind gesture, but are our people ready for this? Many of them are still old-fashioned. - Greg replied carefully. He did not want to admit that it was his mother's reaction he feared the most. The last visit did not end well. Only Katherine's extrao
Greg looked at his bride with a puzzled expression. She could not be serious. It seemed like her past with Camille made her suspect everyone. - What makes you think Sammie is anything else than a little wolf? - He asked Katherine. - Camille. - She replied slowly. So he was right. The witch did more damage than he expected. Now, his poor bride was seeing enemies everywhere. - Honey, you can't think every person in your life is an undercover witch. - Vampire said with a soft smile and pulled the woman closer. - It is not what you think. I am not overreacting. She told me that. - The female Alpha tried to explain, but her mate only glanced at her. - Who told you what? - Greg tried to understand what Katherine tried to tell him, but he could not find any sense in her words. Camille was long gone, way before the attacks and finding a girl. - Camille told me that she was here. - Katherine said with hesitation. She was not sure how her mate would react to that news. Greg looked at her