KAI’S POVThe harsh grip of sadness have wrapped its fingers around my heart like a suffocating vine, pulling me deeper into the depths of this madness that has held me captive for days now. I’ve become a prisoner within the confines of my room, a self-imposed exile from the world outside.The taste of food had become foreign to me, and the sight of another human being that wasn't Alana or my children was a luxury I denied myself. My only companions were two empty bottles of potent whiskey, their contents now swirling in my stomach, numbing the seething pain coursing through my chest.Alana left. She did. The stark reality of her departure has morphed into a relentless nightmare in my existence, one from which I can’t seem to awaken.I was a man, deprived of his family, devoid of an heir, a hollow shell with no purpose, no reason to continue living. Here I was, sprawled on the cold, hard floor of my room, I lay motionless, staring at the top white ceiling above my head. Suddenly, the
KAI’S POV My mind raced with endless questions and doubts, unable to process the reality of his return. How could he be alive after all these years? And why now? Why was he back to claim what he had lost?The mere thought of his return, to once again wreak havoc, made my blood boil with rage. My hands clenched into fists, nails digging into my palms, as a wave of anger washed over me."What do you mean, he's back?" I snapped, my voice cold and harsh. "Klaus is dead. He's been dead for years now.” I said, trying to argue.Luke shook his head, a pained expression on his face. “No, he’s not dead. He survived. He’s been in hiding, biding his time, waiting for the perfect moment to strike. That moment has come. He’s taken Alana and the children hostage.”I felt a jolt of shock and fear at his words. Alana, my mate, the love of my life, and the mother of my children, was now in danger. They were threatened by a madman, a madman whose life I should have ended long ago but let slip by my fing
CAMERON’S POVI jolted awake, my heart pounding against my ribs as if yearning for escape. I had just experienced a terrifying dream in which I was a helpless observer of a tragic event involving my family.As I lay there, attempting to soothe the rush of my high, the nightmare continued to haunt me. It filled my mind with visions of the pack party, which was meant to be our crowning moment.Chase and I had spent years preparing to assume the roles of the Alpha pair. However, just as in my dream, everything fell apart in an instant. My mind was in a whirlwind, attempting to assemble the fragments of the previous night’s events.I opened my heavy eyelids, only to find myself engulfed in pitch-black darkness. I couldn’t see a thing, not even my hand in front of my face. From the cold, hard sticky surface against my back and the foul smell that hit my nostrils, I knew I wasn’t in my room. So, where was I?I struggled into a sitting position, my back meeting the damp wall behind me. I gro
CAMERON POV We tensed, expecting another round of torture or taunting from the rogue guard from earlier. But to my astonishment, it was Healer Abigail and Ken, Cassandra’s mate, who appeared before us. They both looked nervous but determined, holding a set of keys and a bag of supplies. The shock on both our faces was mirrored in theirs as they took in our disheveled appearances. We looked as though we had been through hell and back, with our clothes torn and stained, our hair matted and dirty, and our skin bruised and covered with burn wounds. Despite the dire circumstances, I felt a wave of relief crash over me at their arrival. In my nineteen years of existence, I had never been so grateful to see anyone. At that moment, I was so overwhelmed that I cried out their names. “Abigail? Ken?” I exclaimed, barely able to believe my eyes. “What brings you here? How did you manage to slip past the guards?” They smiled, relief and joy evident on their faces. “We’re here to rescue you, of
KAI’S POVThe night was a blur of shadows and fading moonlight as I led my group of elite warriors through the dense forest. Our breaths were ragged, and our hearts pounded in our chests like war drums. Yet, we ran with single-minded determination.We were racing against time, against fate itself, to reach the Oceanic Pack and save Alana and the children from the evil grip of that monster Klaus. The stakes were high, and the tension was palpable. It was a night that promised either a bloody victory or nothing at all. My mind was resolute, and my decision was irrevocable.“Run faster!” I shouted to my men as we sprinted along the path stretching out before us. The moonlight barely illuminated our way, casting dreadful shadows on the trees. “We don’t have much time!”"We're almost there," Adam, my second-in-command, mind-linked me. Despite our issues, he was still as resilient and loyal as I remembered him to be. His fierceness could be seen in his determination as he forged ahead like
KAI’S POV“Alana and your children are no longer alive, Kai. I am responsible for their demise." Klaus’s voice was self-satisfied, his lips curling into a cruel smile as he looked at me.I felt a surge of shock and disbelief, my heart pounding in my chest. My hands clenched into fists, blood dripping from my palms. However, I refused to let him see my pain. I hardened my expression, my eyes aflame with hatred.“Liar,” I hissed, “you’re a lying bastard. You will pay for everything you’ve done. Your life will be the price.”“Oh, but I’m not. I can still hear their screams echoing in my head. Alana didn’t just beg for mercy, you know. She cried and whimpered your name like a terrified child, clinging to the hope that you would come to her rescue. But you were too late, brother. You failed them.” Klaus taunted me, his voice a chilling imitation of Alana’s sweet tones.I felt a piercing agony in my heart, yet I didn’t flinch. I was aware that Klaus was toying with me, attempting to shatter
CAMERON’S POVWithout warning, Klaus’s rogue wolves launched a vicious attack at us—a storm of fur and fangs. As our father chased after Klaus, we were left to face the onslaught of his men, leaving us outnumbered and outmatched. Adam, our father’s loyal Beta, stood his ground. His movements were a blur of speed and strength as he fought beside us, defending us from the enemy.The air was thick with dread, a suffocating fog that made every breath a struggle. Chase and I locked eyes, silently communicating our shared burden. We both knew that Klaus had lied to our father earlier. He had not killed our mother, Cassie, nor Willow, as he had claimed. We could still feel her warm presence through the mate bond, a living pulse that connected us to her.If she had been dead, that bond would have been shattered. It would have left a gaping hole in both of our souls. However, that has not been the case. This leads us to conclude that if Willow was alive, then Mother and Cassie were also likely
Kai's POVAs the first light of dawn pierced the horizon, I found myself standing amidst a sea of watchful eyes. Across from me stood Klaus, my opponent, his face a hardened mask of defiance. A sneer curled his lips, his voice dripping with contempt. "You think you can challenge me, brother?’ he taunted. “You are nothing more than a weakling." He spat.“Scared you will lose?” I mocked.Klaus grinned back, but his grin was malicious. Slowly, he shook his head. “No, I don’t mind losing. I fucking kill, and you, little brother, will not survive. I will make sure of it!”I clenched my itching hands into fists as the air was heavy with anticipation. Klaus and I, in our human forms, began to square off. Slowly, we began to circle each other as more pack members seemed to gather around us. The sun had completely risen at this point, and it was a broad day.From the gathered crowd, it was clear that most were oceanic warriors who had turned against Klaus and his pack of rogues. My warriors s
Hello, lovely doves. Yes, we have come to the end of the story. To answer some of your questions, there won't be another book about the lives of the Everest grandchildren, not right now at least. If the story fits later, we might consider it, but for now, we are onto the next story.Here's a sneak peek into our new story: "Missing Luna: She is Mine."EXCERPTAlpha Asher lost his mate, Kiara Anderson, mysteriously six months ago and he hasn’t stopped searching for her. While everyone advises Asher to move on and claim his best friend, Scarlet, as his mate, Asher vehemently refuses as his heart only beats for his dear Kiara.But what happens when his half-brother and biggest rival returns home with a human girl, Lisa, whom he claims as his chosen mate? Asher immediately recognizes Lisa as his beloved mate, Kiara. The only problem is, Kiara Anderson isn’t Kiara at all, but Lisa Bonnet.Will Alpha Asher eventually accept that Lisa is indeed Lisa Bonnet and not his mate Kiara, or will he fi
Cameron's POVI felt a surge of emotions—euphoria, joy, and a hint of fear. I looked at Chase, my twin and co-alpha, and saw the same storm in his eyes. We were on the verge of becoming fathers. Willow, our precious mate, was carrying our pup, our heir.I couldn't resist the pull of Willow, our beautiful Luna, as I wrapped her in a hug that conveyed all my love and gratitude. I nuzzled her neck, whispering words of praise and devotion. "You're amazing, Willow. You're the best thing that ever happened to us. We love you so much." Chase followed suit, joining our embrace and adding his affectionate murmurs. "You're incredible, Willow. You're our miracle. We love you more than anything."His happiness was detectable, radiating from every pore. We remained in our tight circle, savoring the moment and watching our little family grow.“Thank you,” Willow sobbed, clutching both of us in her arms. “Thank you, guys, for making me so happy. Thank you for giving me this beautiful gift.”We kisse
WILLOW’S POV“Look at him; he’s so adorable,” I cooed, cradling Cassandra’s newborn in my arms. His scent was a comforting blend of milk and honey, and his tiny fingers curled trustingly around mine.Chase, my other mate, said, "He looks just like his mom," as he wrapped his arms around me from behind. I love him as much as I love his brother. Both of them are my life, and I can't imagine living without them by my side. We were a trio with a rare and special bond. We loved each other equally, and we shared everything."Thank you for being here, guys. You're the best," Cassandra said, smiling from the bed. She looked tired but happy, her mate holding her hand."We wouldn't miss it for the world, Cass. Congratulations, you two. You're going to be amazing parents," I said, handing the baby back to her. She kissed his forehead and cuddled him close. "We're so lucky to have him."I felt a pang of envy in my chest, which I quickly suppressed and brushed away. I yearned for a pup of my own,
KAI’S POV“Hey, little guy. Welcome to the family,” I whisper to my grandson, Kaiser, as I hold him in my arms. He’s so tiny and adorable, his fingers clutching mine just as tightly. He looks up at me with his big, beautiful blue eyes, the same color as his mother’s.“Look at him, Alana. Isn’t he perfect?” I say this to Alana, the grandmother of my child. She’s standing next to me, her hand on my arm, leaning over to get a glimpse of his face as well. She nods, her eyes misty with tears of joy.“Of course he is, Kai. He’s just so adorable and perfect. I mean, just look at him,” she says, her voice soft and tender. She leans in further and kisses my cheek, then kisses Kaiser’s forehead. “We love you so much, sweetie. You’re the best gift we could have asked for.”We watch our family interact with little Kaiser, our hearts swelling with pride and love. Our sons, Chase and Cameron, are joking around, trying to impress their nephew.“Hey, Kaiser. I’m your uncle, Chase. I’m the coolest one
Alana's POVMonths had slipped by like sand through an hourglass since my children and I returned to the comfort of the Crimson Pack, our home. We were living with Kai, my mate, in a harmonious blend of familial love and unity. Kai, needing to relax and spend more time with me, had passed on the mantle of pack duties to our sons, Chase and Cameron. They had stepped into their roles as Alphas with grace and determination, making us both proud.While the pack thrived under new leadership, Kai dedicated himself to being my constant companion. I wouldn’t have it any other way, as his presence was a comforting shadow while we cared for our expectant daughter, Cassandra, together. Her due date was a mystery, looming in the near future, and our greatest desire was to ensure her comfort during this precious time.Amid the flurry of preparations for our soon-to-be grandson, Kai pulled me aside. His eyes twinkled with affection as he leaned in for a quick, tender kiss, a silent reminder of our
KAI’S POVThe night was beautiful. I felt the gentle caress of the wind brushing past my ears as I lay beside Alana, my heart pounding in my chest like a drum. I felt like a teenager again, having raced Alana to the lake earlier. Her laughter rang out in the air, a joyful symphony that made my heart flutter repeatedly. It was the sweetest music I had ever heard, a melody that filled me with an indescribable warmth.Alana Brooks was more than just my mate. She was the absolute love of my life—the woman who held my heart in her hands without even realizing it. For years, I made terrible decisions that kept us apart. However, seeing her so full of life and joy after all these years was like a balm to my soul.I couldn't believe how much I had missed this side of her—this radiant, vibrant woman who was the very essence of life itself. For a while, I had forgotten how much fun it was to be around her.Each time I reflected on the years that had passed without her, a pang of regret struck me
ALANA’S POV“I love you, Alana,” Kai whispered into my ears as we lay cuddled up in his room later that night. The gentle caress of the night air was seeping in through the window and blowing at us softly.I looked up at him, my eyes searching for his blue iris in the semi-dark room. “I love you, Kaiser. Forever and always.”A smile spread across his face as he kissed the top of my head, pulling me close against the steady rhythm of his heart. I let out a deep breath, allowing my eyes to close tightly.As I lay there, basking in the warmth of our embrace, I couldn't help but feel a sense of peace wash over me. It was as if the weight of all our past troubles had been lifted, leaving behind only the promise of a brighter future together.With Kai by my side, I felt stronger than ever before. The bond between us, once a source of pain and confusion, now felt like an unbreakable rope binding our souls together. It was a reminder of our enduring love and future commitment to each other.A
ALANA’S POVI felt the agony of each passing day, as if a knife were twisting in my chest. I couldn’t stop thinking about Kai, the man who had marked me as his mate and then vanished without a trace. Days have passed since his departure, and there’s still been no news from him. The people await his return as eagerly as I do. His voice haunts my dreams—a sweet and seductive song that makes me ache for his presence.I longed to feel his arms around me, his fingers laced with mine, and his breath on my skin. Kai made me feel whole, as if I had found the missing piece of my soul. The mate bond between us was a powerful force, a magnetic attraction that drew me to him with an irresistible urge. But he was gone, and I didn’t know why. I was restless and needed answers. I needed to understand what had driven him away under the pretext of returning. I couldn’t bear the uncertainty and distance any longer—I was tired of the endless wait for his return.I gathered my courage and made up my mind
ALANA’S POV“Father went home because he had things to do there, but he promised to be back. He will return soon," Cameron answered. I nodded at his words, but my heart was squeezing painfully, as if someone had wrapped a tight band around it. I tried to swallow the lump that formed in my throat, but it only made me feel more choked up. My eyes burned with fresh tears that threatened to spill over, but I refused to let them fall. I didn't want to show any weakness or vulnerability. I wanted to be strong—for myself and my children.Within me, I felt anything but strong. I was broken, shattered, and hollow. The room seemed to spin around me, amplifying a profound sense of loss. Kai’s absence had left a void in my soul like never before. He had been the one to mark me as his mate, and he had left me again. He might have promised to return, but his departure was still a silent goodbye, and it hurt more than any spoken words could. The pain was more intense than when he first rejected