Cora's POV
I wake up in an unfamiliar domain, covered in darkness. The softness beneath me tells me that I am sleeping on a comfortable bed. First, I thought I was dreaming. If not, what am I doing here? This bed was twice comfortable as compared to mine. I have a headache when I try to recall how I got here. It's as if that part of my brain has been shaved off.
Instantaneously, everything begins to replay in my mind. I feel a wave of electricity when I remember meeting Brayden and finding out that he was the mysterious man I have been thinking about and searching for. He isn't completely warm but better than the one who scared the shit out of me in that hotel.
I can't help being appalled by him because he can ignite things in my body that no one has ever done. A glare is enough to cause my stomach to flutter and a touch sends waves of electricity down my spine. He has a rare personality of power, dominance, and a forced kind of care. I realize he tries
Sawyer's POV I smash my phone on the ground when I see her message. I can't stand it when that robotic voice keeps saying switched off or out of the coverage area. I ordered a new phone and drove to her house immediately. I don't know how George followed me. I would have killed those excuse of detectives around her house because I almost shifted when George arrived and dragged me away. I recognized those guys. The same ones who came to the club and there was more of them. The worse aspect, I can't make out who is behind it. I feel stupid for not taking Cecil's number. I just want to be sure that she's at home and not with whoever keeps sending people to look for her. George tells me that Cora Is angry with her mate for telling me about what happened between her and the man at the hotel and didn't want to talk to her. Cora didn't look like she was going to blame her, especially when I explained that it was for her good and I just want to protect her. I am guil
Cora's POV We left Brayden's penthouse at dawn. A greater part of the drive was in comfortable silence. We must have both been drowned in our thoughts. Brayden was not chatty but once in a while, he would pop a question or two. Just general questions and nothing personal or intimate. Sometimes, I felt he knew me more than I wanted him to. A glare at me and he could tell whether I was cold, hungry, angry, or happy. I must admit that it's good to have someone who can understand your feelings without asking but I was still angry with him because of Sawyer. He should have just let me go and see him. It wouldn't have taken long but he took me to his house without my consent and I wasn't pleased with it. Sawyer has confessed that he loves me but I still don't know clearly how I feel about him. Brayden says am his mate. There was a clear bond that I neither admit nor ever told him about. Worst of all, his personality was off the normal. I don't see myself marr
Cora's POV I washed the dishes when we finished eating, even though Brayden objected. His personality in this cottage is entirely different from the city. I couldn't help asking. "You seem more relaxed here." "Yes. I spent a lot of time in this cottage with my mom. She was the only woman I knew growing up and I didn't know my father till recently. I can feel her encouraging me that everything will be fine." "You? Need encouragement? So ironic to your personality." "I agree. My only fear is losing you. But, the reason why I am more relaxed is that you are here. Your presence alone makes me so happy. I don't know how you will feel after seeing my form but I will cherish this moment forever." The emotion with which he spoke made me forget everything that had gone on. I felt so drawn to him, that I couldn't help but smile, as I lacked the right words to appreciate his compliment. "Are you ready now?" He asked, a little uncomfortably.
Brayden's POV Ultimately, my long-dreaded fear is over. Am I happy? Fascinated, I'd rather say. She wasn't scared of me in Dragon form and was courageous to ride on my back. A complete contrast to someone who will not accept the offer of a piggyback. I still can't understand why she doesn't reciprocate my love. I feel this wonderful jolt of electricity when I touch her, but am uncertain as to why she doesn't feel the same. Could it be because she is human? Her actions tell me she feels something for me like when she hugs or kisses me by her own accord but her heart is what I find hard to penetrate. It's all I want. I want her heart to solely be mine. She is beginning to trust me and is comfortable with me. I have never been this glad. The joy that only my mate can give me. It's only that I have not been able to mark her but I know that will happen with time. I need her to completely be ready when it happens. I don't want to force my way wi
Brayden's POV Steve is right. I will not need this if I had marked her. This is the only alternative at the moment. "No. It's complicated. I want her to feel the same way I feel about her before marking her," I said, trying to calm him. "Then you shouldn't let her go. Sawyer seems like a good guy in front of her but he isn't what he claims to be," he said, the worry in his voice creating a wedge of panic in mine. I take a deep breath. "I know. But it will only hurt her more if I try to protect her from him." "Brayden, I am still investigating more about him and I discovered he killed a human some time ago. I am scared for her." Now I understand why he hasn't told her who he is. This might be the reason but what has he killing a human got to do with Cora? Unless...No. I won't jump to any conclusion. I try to hide the worry eating me right now. "Do you know who it is and why?" "I am still investigating on that," he said.
Cora's POV Gradually I am becoming addicted to Brayden. Even when I say no to anything he wants me to do, I feel as if I hurt him. I can't understand how a man with such a personality, perfected with supernatural abilities, still has a gentle side to him. Every time He kisses me, I just want more of him. But how can I be selfish and allow him into my world? His marking me will only bring him more pain because of Sawyer. I don't want him to get more hurt than he already is. I might not understand what we have now. I mean, we can share intimacy, without the main deed. This shows me how much Bray loves and respects me. Sawyer loves me too and he was there for me when I needed him most. I can try to love him but not with Brayden waiting for me. When the latter hugged me for the last time in the car, I felt as if my heart was being ripped. It was as if he was leaving me forever. But the wristwatch he gave me gives me the assurance that he is close by and the only ga
Brayden's POV We arrive at Cora's neighbourhood and her demeanour seems tense. I know it's because of Sawyer but I don't mention it because the last thing I want is to cause another nervous breakdown. There will be no time to comfort her since we are already close to her house. Maybe it will be good if I walk her to the door. "Do you mind if I come in? If it's a problem, I could j-" She cut me before I completed my sentence. "Sure you are coming with me but I have to warn you. My sister has a big mouth so you better be prepared. As for mum, she might let you off." I imagine what she just said. "Do I look like one to be scared of a fourteen-year-old?" She is startled. "Wait, how did you know her age?" She asks suspiciously. A smirk makes its' way to my face."I make it my responsibility to find out everything about the woman I love." I wanted to be sure if it was okay since I didn't want to do anything to warrant a pool of tears when am
Cora's POV After serving my mum and Bray cookies, I was slightly green-eyed seeing how my mother related freely with Bray. I have never seen her laugh so much in years. Curiosity caught hold of me to find out what they were talking about but I wasn't lucky. They chatted and laughed as if they have known each other for ages. I know Bray has a way of making people comfortable around him if he wants to. Cecil came to bid him goodbye when I walked him to the door. She keeps insisting that he comes to visit more and even takes his contact. I wish I could explain to her how intricate things are between us. Soon, I dressed up and headed to the club. I can't help fringe with fright as to whether Patty has told George about Bray. If so, then Sawyer is already aware. The thought of how difficult it was for Brayden to even get a note to me, makes me feel vile. All along, both men had the same purpose. Thanks to Sawyer, Brayden is late. I feel it would have been easy if it was j
Brayden's POV "Breath, Cora, breathe. You are almost there," I encouraged her, as I kissed the beads of sweat formed on her forehead. With another loud and painful groan, the cry of our Dragon child fills the atmosphere. "Tell me, is it a boy or girl?" She was panting. "A boy, a bouncy baby boy. He looks just like you," I said with a joyfully laced voice. She smiles weakly and closes her eyes to the raging pang of sleep. It's been fifty years since I got mated to Cora. Well, counting from the wedding day, maybe. Our first child has just arrived. I intend to name him Colton Maddock if Cora agrees. It isn't easy to conceive a dragon child and we aren't an exception. However, not only did it not follow the human rule of nine months but rather twelve instead of ten. A lot has transpired since we got married fifty years ago. Well, Cora and I haven't aged in stature. We still look the same, thanks to the Dragon DNA. Even Steve and Isabella are still
Cora's POV Everything that happened today, seems like a dream. The Ammyssian empire seems like a different world and who would have thought Serena was the end to the war? I don't regret any decision or action I have taken today. I think everything is worth it. Brayden and I saved each other. I got him out of the net and he was there in time to heal me when the rogue alpha knocked me out. He has stepped on so many toes. I've never seen a person who so desperately is a weapon of pain that everyone wants revenge on. Well, thank God everything has ended. I went to release Isabella from the hideout and Steve decided to stay with her till she delivers, which means that Bray is going to watch over his company for him but it's fine with me. Brayden and I left the Ammyssian empire the next day because of my school but I will never forget the little time I have spent there. The Dragon King is such an amazing person. I can't believe he helped me to discover
Serena's POV Alas, I am free again. I couldn't watch Sawyer take all the revenge. I made a promise to Sarah and I had to keep it. I had to give her a chance to avenge her family's death. My only regret is not being able to get my revenge too. I hated the rogue alpha for everything he took from me - all the years I spent hostage away from my mate and my wolves. I loathed him. Death was not enough to wash away the bitterness I felt. I slept on the cold floor for years. I starved myself. I was griefed and never elated. For a moment, I thought I couldn't make it but Sarah gave me hope. When the rogue alpha hit Cora on the head, I lost it. I couldn't watch her suffer for no fault of hers. She even sacrificed her life for us by helping us escape while she faced him alone. I admit she has some mage powers. I envied her slightly. It's good to be more than what people expect you to be. The initial grudge I felt before when I saw her has dissipated. She was
Sawyer's POV The days of training till death did not go in vain even though things didn't go as planned. The Dragons were well prepared and had taken down thousands of werewolves. We only succeeded in injuring a few but my anger escalated when I saw the red Dragon George talked about in the sky. George's army was down and he was helping to take care of the injured. That red Dragon was emitting both fire and ice. It was more powerful than any Dragon I had seen. I thought of how I could defeat it and thankfully, help came from the rogue alpha. Strangely, the dragon shifted to human form in the middle of the battle and went inside the castle. Then I realized it was Brayden. I Cursed him with my wolf and set a trap for him with the help of the rogue alpha. I told my men to stop searching for him after Cora chose Brayden over me. He strangely showed up today with the best help ever. He helped me capture Brayden in the fireproof net and mysteriously disappeared but I
Cora's POVI have never seen a woman as enchanting yet, dignified as Serena. I perceive that she is hiding something and doesn't want to trust anyone. She said she was looking for the Dragon King but who could go to call him in the middle of a war. I wanted to tell Bray to get his father but she stopped me and for the first time, I had to hide the truth from him. She seems to need help and I desperately want to help her but I can't if she doesn't open up to me. Her friend whose name I didn't even ask, seems to be timid but she manages to speak when the need arises.I want to help her but there seems to be a wall of secret between us and I don't know how to decipher it. I am not skilled in psychology in any way. She wants to confess but suddenly, I hear a bang on the door. She can't hide her panic and I can see through her like glass."Is the person looking for you?" I asked Serena. There was evident fear in her eyes, which made me realize that whoever is b
Third Person's POVThe duo followed the guard back to the battle. The weakest Dragons had already defeated the first batch of werewolves and Sawyer was furious. The next batch came with fireproof nets and unfortunately, one of the Dragons was trapped in it. With one fearful yank, the dragon was free and returned to battle. They were fighting in human form at the moment.For the time being, lurking in the bushes were two friends disguised. Serena found her way to the Ammyssian Empire and was able to make her way to the tunnel where she was once hidden. This time, it was much more secure than the first time. She did not know how to get in. It wasn't easy distracting the guards at the entrance but now that she was here, the door was locked."There should be another way right?" Sarah asked, furrowing her brows.Serena was deep in thought. "No, this is the only way.""Why don't we knock then?"Sarah's question slightly annoyed Serena. "Can't you
Third Person's POV Steve left Brayden's penthouse, not long before he returned with bitter news. He wasn't sure what it was but it didn't seem to be well. "Brayden, I think the war has begun. We have to move now." Brayden was stunned. "You left just a few minutes ago. How did you know?" Steve's voice was gravelly. "My mate is panicking. I can feel it. She seemed calm since I left her but the panic now is continuous. I think there is a problem." Brayden knew better not to argue. He understood the strength of the mate bond. If he feels it, then it's true. "Cora, wear something comfortable. It's quite a long journey," he said, ushering Cora to the bedroom closet to get changed. "Not too long. I found a shortcut. We couldn't use it the last time because we didn't go straight away. We made a turn remember?" Brayden paused briefly but went ahead without a word. It was Autumn so the weather was turning cold. Cora wore jean
Third Person's POV In a faraway land from the Alpha King's pack, lies a pack inhabited by rogues. The leader of the pack calls himself the rogue alpha. He never wanted to be in any pack because of his undying desire for power, which was denied him by wither packs. His inability to attain such led to him being rogue. Anyhow, he did not live there alone but was able to brainwash thousands of werewolves to join him in this pack and rule as the rogue alpha. His desire for power never ceased and yet, he had eyes on the Luna of the Alpha King, from the moment he first saw her during one of their meetings. Since then, the obsession has caused him to do the undoable and challenge the unchallengeable. Unable to win her love the right way, he captured her as his hostage. For years, he was unable to win the love of his hostage, the Luna of the Alpha King. Her love has only been for her mate, the Alpha King. The one who was long thought to be dead, remained in a room in
Brayden's POV I haven't seen or heard from Steve for a few days. I call him to brainstorm with me on what to do about the attack of the werewolves only to be astonished by his first-hand information. How has he been in communication with my father when I haven't heard from him in a long while? Most probably after what happened with my mom? He does not realize the extent of my distress and casually continuous speaking. My muscles tense at every word that proceeds out of his mouth. "I returned from there a day ago. I'd wanted to come to you but thought otherwise." He smirks. Why do I have the feeling that he has something up his sleeves? "What did you do there?" A thin grin of excitement appears at the corners of his mouth. "My mate is pregnant and that's the best place for her to be cared for." I feel my muscles instantly relax but then, a gentle line of curiosity swept my mind."Your mate is pregnant and you never told me?"