Octavia's POV "Look who's here to greet us," Jamela scoffed. "She's so tiring," I replied rolling my eyes. "I could totally drop something in her drink to keep her in the outhouse," Jamela offered. "Please," I playfully joked. Our cart pulled in the front of the pack dwelling. I acted as if I didn't see Taysia. Jamela grabbed our satchels before leaving my side. "Nice of you to return," Taysia said sashaying down the front entrance of the pack dwelling. "You're still here?" I asked holding back my laughter. "You won't be for long," she scoffed. "What's your deal? Is it Lex you desire? Do you want to take my place as his betrothed?" I asked. "It is Lex who wishes to rid himself of you. If you weren't so damned disobedient maybe we could have made this work," she threatened. "Taysia, if you come one step closer to me I will use excessive force with the one thing that annoys me the most, your face," I growled. She looked to have taken my warning serious, but it didn't stop her from t
Oliver's POVThree months later...As the days of training trudged along, so did the connection I once felt to my mate. I think the distance I had from her was starting to weaken our bond now that we've met. It was still there and the pain of a delayed rejection was still present."I'm so proud of you two! My knight of Tirado," Alizabeth smiled lovingly at Marlo. "Thanks for coming," he replied cheekily. "I've missed you," she whimpered. "I think we should go somewhere," Marlo growled. "I've got us a room at the Inn," Alizabeth said seductively.I do not know what else was said because I bolted. There was no way I wanted to see how their mating played out. I had other pressing concerns like how I planned to punish Karly, William, and Daphne's adoptive mother. They're criminals who deserved to hang for selling innocent she-wolves to rogues for the Goddess only knows."Hey," a familiar voice from behind said to me. "Jamela?" I asked in confusion. "Yes, Tavi thought it would a good idea
Violet's POVI was bed-ridden after returning from secretly seeing my father. To say I was highly miserable would be an understatement."How are you feeling, my love?" Alpha Killian asked. "Awful," I sulked hugging my feather pillow. "The physician says it won't be long. It could be any moment now," he excitedly said caressing my arm. "I need to talk to you," I said turning to face him.My father, Alpha King Lincoln advised me to speak with my mate about waiting to grow our family. I just hoped he took it okay."Sure," he said distracted by something in his satchel. "Can we wait before we have more pups? I would love..." I started to say before he cut me off. "No," he dryly said and walked out.Is he being serious? Was he even talking to me? I was left confused and with no answer to my question, I think...."My lady, did you send for us?" One of my handmaidens, Felecia asked trailed by Juniper and Clara. "Yes, I felt a bit lonely. Can you all keep me company until my mother, the Queen
Queen Antionette's POVA few months ago I witnessed my first grand pup's birth. I found myself peering at the she-wolf I had become now. There was still no sign of frown lines or age. I actually looked happy for a change."Mother! my eldest son, Lawrence called out. "Don't you ever barge into my quarters again unannounced. I could have been inappropriately dressed," I reminded him. "My apologies, mother. Why have you denied Lance's departure to the kingdom of Valaris?" He asked peturbed. "Do I need to remind you of your place? Lance is your little brother and my son. What has gotten into you lately?" I asked taken back by his behavior. "Nothing is wrong with me. You are making me look weak! He must leave or I'll look like I cannot control my own family!" He replied. "It's because you don't! Have you gone ill in the head?" I asked. "My nineteenth birth year has come and gone but my coronation has not happened. With the blood moon approaching, I had hoped that I would be the one to lead
Lawrence's POVAfter my mother informed me of everything Ruby had done to ny twin sister, I thought I would give her a taste of her own medicine. I had her cleaned up and fed. I had her brought up to the west wing, which was usually abandoned. I wasn't worried about anyone missing her. The guards told me Beta Vincent hadn't been allowed to visit."Prince Lawrence! Thank you for helping me. Your mother wanted me starved when I was only doing what any mother would do for her children," Ruby reasoned becoming rather comfortable.I was enraged checking out her level of "I don't give a shit" attitude."You like to fuck wolves that are not your mate do ya? Seems like you and your mate have that in common don't take?" I rhetorically asked removing my belt. "Lawrence, what are you doing?" She asked standing to her feet. "Strip," I ordered her. "I most certainly will NOT! You are a only a pup!" She scoffed. "I'm only seven years behind Alpha Killian. It seems you liked his touch. I bet you're
Lawrence's POVAfter my mother informed me of everything Ruby had done to my twin sister, I thought I would give her a taste of her own medicine. I had her cleaned up and fed. I had her brought up to the west wing, which was usually abandoned. I wasn't worried about anyone missing her. The guards told me Beta Vincent hadn't been allowed to visit."Prince Lawrence! Thank you for helping me. Your mother wanted me starved when I was only doing what any mother would do for her children," Ruby reasoned becoming rather comfortable.I was enraged checking out her level of "I don't give a shit" attitude."You like to fuck wolves that are not your mate do ya? Seems like you and your mate have that in common don't take?" I rhetorically asked removing my belt. "Lawrence, what are you doing?" She asked standing to her feet. "Strip," I ordered her. "I most certainly will NOT! You are a only a pup!" She scoffed. "I'm only seven years behind Alpha Killian. It seems you liked his touch. I bet you're
Violet's POV"Why have my things been moved?" I asked Killian. "Babe, the pup keeps me up at night. Besides, you're getting bigger and you'll need more space," he said kissing my forehead. "This is the larger room. Maybe you should move," I replied. "I'm the Alpha. It's only right that I have these chambers," he briefly replied. "If you no longer desire me maybe you should release me from this marriage," I angrily said but he ignored me as usual. "Your meeting was pushed for two hours," he said instead. "Great," I sarcastically said grabbing my cloak.I went to town and bumped into one of the most handsome wolves I've seen in a while."Sorry," his deep voice called out. "It's okay," I replied mesmerized. "Would you like some?" He asked holding up banana bread. "Y-yeah," I stuttered. "The names Oscar," he said extending his hand. "I,um..." I paused. "This bread is scrumptious!" I blurted trying to change the subject. "It was my mother's recipe" He blushed. "Give your mother kisses for
Carol's POV"Adelina, have you spoken to your brother, Aiken?" I asked. "No, I have not. He's being stubborn," she grumbled. "Oh, okay," I replied. "I know you miss him, but he is weak for leaving his family. Can you just focus on my wedding and my coronation that's happening in a year?" Adelina pouted. "Adelina, honey, I should probably tell you that your father lives," I said hopeful. "Why hasn't he come to see me? Is this some sort of hoax?" she asked. "You must not tell a soul of this. He follows the rebel, McKenna. They are very dangerous," I tried warning her. "Mother, calm yourself. I will not tell a soul under one condition," she bargained. "Adelina, there's nothing to bargain. I know you want to meet with your father, but I don't see how it would happen," I sighed. "Well, that's disappointing," she grumbled. "Promise me you won't utter a word of this to ANYONE," I pleaded. "Of course," she nodded.I was helping Adelina settle into her new chambers at the palace. The Queen we
Octavia's POVThe hours ticked by but mentally I was absent from the present. I missed Jubilee. He was my father, a best friend, and a teacher. If he were here he would tell me to get my shut together. But he’s not….I sighed before heading to check on Violet. "Are you going to be okay?" I asked Violet. "I cannot believe Killian hurt you in plain sight. What do you think triggered his anger this time?" I asked exasperated. "I know Killian attacked me because he was pissed to see me with Oscar again, but I think it had to happen. I no longer have to carry Lex's pup. I know I shouldn't be happy for such things, but I was going to end my life once the pup was born," she confessed. "What?!" I asked in shock. "Yeah. I was going to walk off of the cliff or drink too much and drown myself. There were endless possibilities and I thought of them all," she shrugged. "Well, I'm glad you're okay," I said rubbing her forehead. “Me too, thanks to my little sister, Vidalia," she smiled. "Yeah, I'm
Alpha King Vincent's POV "It's been a long time," I heard a familiar voice say. It was the voice of someone I would kill before the night was over. "Elena! You bitch! How dare you show your face around here! Where's my pup?” I growled catching her by the throat. "D-Death is imminent. You reek of it," she croaked. "Is that a threat?" I asked nearly crushing her wind pipe just as I heard the ripping of flesh behind me. I tossed Elena to the ground. I placed my foot on her neck so that her face stayed buried in the dirt. "NO! There’s no fucking way!" I shouted over the thunderous cries of Lex's mother and a disappointed growl from his father. How is this possible? There's no way her wolf should have been able to defeat Lex's. Black magic! That's the only reason this would happen. That's it. She’s a WITCH! "Somebody has killed our warriors in the dining hall!" I heard Lawrence growl just as I heard screams erupt in front of me from Violet who looked to have been injured. "KILL THEM
Octavia's POV"When does your father return?" I asked Essex. "I heard word was sent a few days ago where I'm sure he's been held up with one of his whores," he replied rolling his eyes. "And your mother is just okay with that?" I asked annoyed. "I think she tries not to think about it. Regardless of what you may think of my mother, she has always done her best to raise us alone while my father fought in wars, chased whores, and beat her. She's not perfect, but I will protect her until my last breath," he sighed. "As I expect you to. How did you turn out to be...YOU? Lex is a manipulative little cunt, but you seem more honest. Why did you give up your claim to the Kingdom of Tirado?" I asked. "My father convinced me to do so. The Kingdom of Cassius would be a good move for the kingdom of Tirado. If only I had known Rose’s father never intended for me to take over. Apparently, I wasn't good enough to follow him or my father. I trained harder, ran faster, and became smarter than them bot
Taysia's POV "You're going and that's final!" My father shouted at me. "Father, I cannot go back to Tirado. Alpha Lex hurt me!" I cried. "You set yourself up for what we he did! Are you upset that he chose the bastard over you?" My father growled. "NO! I swear it doesn't matter! Duke Sayid is my mate!" I protested. "Then what is the matter with you?" He snapped. "Father, do not make her go back. He is a maniac! Tell him what he really did to you!" Rose interjected. "Well?" My father asked and I shook my head in shame. My father stormed out enraged, but not before mandating that both me and Rose be there for the challenge. "You should have told father that Alpha Lex shoved the same disgusting pole he beats his horses with in your lady River! What are you afraid of? Shame? Embarrassment? He should be the one feeling those things! Not you!" Rose said furiously. "I know! Okay! I cannot face him. My mate is off on a mission so I cannot confide in him. In his letter, he says what he wen
Adelina' POV"When are you going to tell him?" Romeo asked. "Not now, Romeo! You're stressing me out!" I shouted. "Talk to me! Is this about your parents?" he asked. "Can you both stop yelling? I'm trying to focus on my painting," Romeo's sister, Vidalia interrupted.Vidalia and I had been friends since we were pups. Lately, she's been a shell of herself. All she does is paint, train, and pottery ever since she split off from her parents."No! I mean, yes! Romeo, I want to be with Oliver. Please! Why can't you understand?" I asked frustrated. "Addie, I love you. Why can't you see that?" he asked. "I know," I grunted pushing past him. "If I may," Vidalia spoke up again. "What's stopping you from accepting Romeo as your mate? You're carrying his pup and your actual mate, Lawrence is running for his life. Not to mention, your true mate, Oliver if I understand it well, has accepted your rejection. I'm certain he knows that you're not carrying his pup by now," Vidalia explained.She paused
Alpha King Lincoln's POV "Did you work him up?" I asked Violet. "Of course I did. I found the Tirado Crest as requested. It was right where his mother said it would be. Why do you all need it?" She quizzed. "It used to belong to Alpha Queen Lenora. I cannot believe it is in such good condition," I smiled. "Octavia should wear it for the challenge," she interrupted. "Precisely," I agreed. I'm sure Octavia would welcome this gift. Once Lex lays his eyes on it, I only hope it would be a reminder that he should not lead any pack. My thoughts momentarily stopped as Oliver and Jamela barged into my quarters. "My apologies, your grace, but this is urgent! Tell him what you told me," Oliver ordered Jamela. "O-okay. Klaus has been over run with Vincent's warriors!" she blurted. "THEY DID WHAT?" I roared slamming a nearby table to the ground. "UNFUCKING BELIEVABLE!" I growled sounding the alarm. Within a matter of seconds, Beta Felius came running into my chambers followed by Gamma Julius.
Alpha Lex's POVOn my way to my study, I nearly toppled over the she-wolf, Jamela. She scowled as I smirked at her trembling stature. I for one couldn't wait to see Alpha Santak. He would easily kill her with his bare hands. Too bad he's a part of Vincent's plan to take Klaus. I was happy when he whisked the Duke away too. If I'm lucky, he will die in the inevitable war. A look of disgust crept to my face the moment I spotted Octavia's parents, but I couldn't resist engaging."I see you two are wishing your sweet daughter luck. It's a good thing too because she's going to need it," I chuckled, but Alpha King Lincoln had me pinned to the wall in mere seconds. "How dare you address me as if I'm your equal, pup! You may roll around with scum like Vincent, but you must know he was never born to be an Alpha even if he shares the blood line. A true Alpha doesn't hold the red colored eyes like a rogue!" He growled cutting off my circulation.When he released his forearm from my throat I fel
Jamela's POV "Are you ever going to return?" Elena asked over supper. "Eventually, I have to face him," I sighed. "You didn't kill Lily! Stop letting your father, Alpha Santak get into your head," Elena snapped. "He has everyone searching for me like a maniac, but I'm not giving in that easily. I just need proof that I didn't do it," I explained. "Well, Oliver will understand. He could even help. I'm certain that he would," she reasoned. "His hands are much too full," I said dismissively. "Very well, stubborn little she-wolf. I hope you don't eat your words one day," she said clearing the table. I'm not sure why I returned to Foxchase. It could be that I knew Octavia would always know where I was or at least assumed. Maybe Oliver would come and save me from my terrible reality. Elena helped settle me in, especially after I updated her with the awful truth of the kingdoms going to shit. I wasn't sleeping, such as a night like tonight without having horrendous nightmares. Elena final
Violet's POVKillian had yet to sense me near. I was carrying a pup for Tavi's now husband and I felt disgusted. I had no desire to set eyes on Oscar. He would be disgusted with me as I was with myself, but I needed to face the monster he had become."I'll escort you down," Oliver said grabbing my hand. "Me too," Quinn joined grabbing my other hand. "Did you manage to rescue my pups? Killian is here. He would never suspect," I said frantically. "Calm yourself, please. Aiken, Tilly, and a few others have already departed. It shouldn't be long now," Oliver responded. "Thank you," I whispered. "There's no need to thank us. You are not well. We must get you the help you require. Staying held up in that small space isn't exactly helping. You should be here with family. Alpha King Lincoln has pushed for your removal of you as the kingdom of Koda's Luna and freed from your marriage for your mental state. It was easy to convince the elders seeing as Killian's mother admitted that she would fo