Karica’s POVI turned to face him and my eyes slowly opened, taking him in and an uneasiness gripped my heart. A deep-seated sorrow was reflected on his face and I could sense it consuming him. “Xyni! What's wrong?” my hands shifted to cradle his face. His own tightened around my waist. Instead of answering me, he stared at me with such loving intensity that I couldn't hold his gaze and lowered mine. “Look at me, Ari,” he requested in a rustling voice. I peered back at him and he lowered his face to hungrily claim my lips. The subtle softness of them pressed onto mine with an insatiable hunger. His tongue instantly wriggled out and my teeth parted to give him space to invade. He jammed it inside my mouth with such ferocity that I forgot to breathe for a second. Pulling me closer as if he couldn't get enough of me. His knee bent and he grazed it between my legs and mine parted and I shamelessly parted them to give him more access. My whole system had awakened and was heating up li
Xynathius’s POV(NSFW content)Her answer was something I wasn't expecting. I thought she would be reluctant but she was extremely clear in it. I found no traces of hesitation. She was ready for the next step and after what she had been put through she sought comfort in every way possible. Mating would make her put aside those horrendous and torturous memories for at least a while. We would be lost in each other's world and nothing else will matter. And she had already done it so it won't be a painful experience for her but would only give her pleasure.I still wanted to be sure this was her choice. I didn't wish to impose anything on her. “Ari? Are you one hundred per cent sure? Once we do this I will never let you go. You will be mine and mine alone to the end of our times,” a hint of reluctance passed on her face but she let it go and her eyes mellowed down. The softness they held was for me today. “I want this with you Xyn, I am yours.” Her hands stroked my face and her eyes tw
Karica’s POVThe pain was unbearable and I screamed without wanting to when he so abruptly sheathed me. Ripping my innocence away for nothing could have prepared me for this. It was emotionally and physically painful, overwhelming and draining. His member had brutally torn through me, reaching where no one ever had. Tears welled up in my eyes at the mind-numbing pangs that ruptured through me.And he stilled over me, his glowing eyes were suddenly tension-filled and that playful smirk disappeared to be replaced by a frown. Every muscle in his body seemed to be straining right now and I had no clue how he was holding himself back instead of taking me rough. “Nothing, keep going. It's just a slight discomfort, it will pass,” I lied, I didn't want his pity because I was sure he would try to act all gentle if he knew it was my first time. And that would not be what he wanted. I knew how much he was looking forward to this moment and how much he had waited. “Karica, I am not an expert i
Xynathius’s POVThe cascading emotional upheaval threatened to rupture me inside and out when I saw her innocent blood. How wrong, how presumptuous I had been about her. Calling her cheap titles, always blaming her that she had spread her legs for numerous men. How I wished I could take back those words. Thinking about the amount of hurt I had caused her gnawed at my soul. I had never been so wrong about anyone in the entirety of my life as I had been about my own mate. My fury had blinded me from seeing the goodness she held, to see how pure and innocent she was. I had tainted her in the worst possible ways and I was ashamed beyond anything I could comprehend. The words had left me, there was nothing I could say to her that would make up for my behaviour. Extremely remorseful, I let Zilver talk to her. He had always been more considerate and gentle with her. Something he understood which I lacked. ‘Laila didn't know either. She thought Karica had been intimate with Adiyan because
Karica’s POVThe previous night was the best night of my life. Xynathius didn't let me go even for a second as he and Zilver made love to us, multiple times must I add. He tried to be gentle but that was not his forte and I could sense it. We changed the sheets and washed the ones we had removed. Xynathius didn't want anyone to see the blood stains. For him, it was meant for his eyes only. Later he bathed me and put me to bed. I was sleeping in his arms rather peacefully until I saw someone with piercing green eyes and flaming red hair, haunting my dream. “Karica! You are mine,” he taunted with a hideous laugh and lunged at me. I woke up with a scream and Xyn roused beside me with a jerk. “What's wrong?” he pulled me to himself until I rested against him and tried to control my frantic heartbeats. “Just a nightmare,” I told him in a tremulous voice. “I got you,” his supple lips brushed against my temple and I instantly calmed. They traced alongside my jawline further easing out
Xynathius’s POVThe whole pack had gathered in the training ground to witness the Luna Ceremony. After that, the real culprit behind the poison fiasco was to be brought out and punished. Adorning my white fur coat and leaving the buttons open I took Karica’s hand and led her downstairs. She was tense, I could sense it. Although my kiss eased her a bit, she was facing the very people who had doomed and punished her unfairly. I wouldn't even be surprised if she chose to punish them. “You good,” I squeezed her hand and she generously smiled at me. “Yes, just a tad nervous,” she answered, her eyes still holding this unknown fear. The traumatic events must still be flashing in her mind. We stepped outside and the whole ground had transformed into a Winterland. Soft snow blanketed the entirety of it. Our feet sunk in as we walked through and reached the raised platform that had been placed for the ceremony. The snow was still falling and the howling wind was bone-chilling. I didn't mi
Karica’s POVThis had to be one of the best days of my life. He finally owned me, who would have thought? After that disastrous first meeting. Xynathius finally let me go, his passionate kiss revealed the deep love he held for me. Raising my hand he presented me to his people, my people now.“I present to you, your future Luna.”Some craned their necks to have a better angle as everyone wanted to have a glimpse of their Luna. Not all of the faces had appreciative looks. I could sense some hostility as well, maybe they didn't think a werewolf was a good match for their lycan alpha. The notion that I was the real culprit behind the poisoning could be rampant in their brains as well. It wasn't unheard of when someone else was blamed for the crimes of a high society member. Aegir and Kamryn still had their heads lowered, too ashamed they wouldn't even glance in my direction. There was this rage inside of me against Gamma Aegir, but I knew he only wanted to protect his Alpha and the woma
Xynathius’s POVXui Lin was brought out, bound in chains dragged along by two of my warriors. The pack members sneered and jeered at her but she only stared back at them with mischief in her eyes. I made the announcement yesterday when Aegir and Kamryn were punished that tomorrow we will behead the traitor. The tension in the air was like a heavy veil, needing to be lifted by my command. My eyes scrutinized her every move and I could sense Karica’s disgust through the bond. Xui had broken her trust and hurt her the most. It was only fair that Karica wanted her dead and chose a befitting punishment for her by giving the task to Aegir. I was proud of how she had handled the sentencing. “Bind her with the post,” I sternly ordered and Xui Lin lifted her head, maliciously staring at our mate and then she toothlessly grinned. “She belongs to our Lord, you can't change the destiny, you can't change the prophecy, you can't change what's written in the stars,” she began rambling loudly.
(Three years later) Author’s POV “Mommy! look, butterfly.” Minerva pointed to the blue butterfly that was slowly flapping its wings over the multitude of flowers. The apple pendant rested peacefully around her neck. Karica sat on the fresh grass and happily watched her four-year-old daughter play in the small meadow that used to belong to the witches of Black Forest. Most of them were buried nearby after Vildus’s attack had killed them. Including two of her mentors, Gwardia and Arasia. The efforts of reconciliation had failed between her and Xynathius and she had moved here two years ago. He visited every week to meet Minerva and carrying hopes that Karica might decide to return but she never did. This place calmed her down, she could sense powerful magic running deep into the very ground and air. It pulled Karica and Minerva too. Her daughter was already showing early signs of possessing magic and this place helped channel that in a peaceful environment. The protection charm
Karica’s POVReturning to my former pack and going on a limb to talk to the man I thought was my father all my life, was not easy. With my state of mind, I just wanted to get this over with and he needed to hear me out. Kaina was overjoyed to see me and so was Selia. We hugged and sat down to talk. “We were so worried about you. It was a relief when news of your return arrived.” Kaina held me close and I sat with my head resting on her shoulder. Selia was holding my other hand. “Yes, indeed. And Kilran told me about Adiyan. I am sorry your friend is gone,” Selia sympathetically said not knowing he meant so much more to me and I was no more afraid of talking aloud about him. “He was also my mate. I am a part witch and so was he. Adiyan was the best thing to happen to me and I lost him because I didn't value him enough.” I spoke my truth and both girls were a bit taken aback. Two mates were unheard of and I didn't want to burden them with the likes of Vildus. He was no mate to me.
Karica’s POVHow I made it from the cemetery to his home was all blurry. Xynathius held me all along but he didn't say much and if he did, I didn't remember. His family was kind enough to let me go to his room. I slowly opened the door and lingering whiffs of his scent blanketed me. I paused, closed my eyes and got hold of my emotions. Flicking on the light switch, I let my eyes roam his sanctuary for one last time. Everything was immaculately laid out, neat and in its place. His bed, where we had cuddled so many times. His gaming area, where we had endlessly played video games. His closet filled with his clothes, ones he would never get a chance to wear again. I traced my fingertips on everything he had owned while heavily sighing. The empty feeling in my chest grew. The echoes of his laughter still persisted from the moments when he used to tickle me. All that was just reduced to his loving memories. Stepping closer to his bed, and there between his pillows, I found the wolfie st
Karica’s POVXynathius’s words were like gasoline on my already raging self. The loss of Adiyan had torn my heart into so many pieces that I couldn't put them back together anymore. Every breath was torture for I was reminded of him. I had no clue how to cope with such stifling emotions. Barely holding on and now this revelation further shattered me. Adiyan had felt me, he had reached out to me but Xynathius never even gave me an option to choose. He knew I would choose him. I silently shook my head at Xynathius so disappointed. He had not only taken my free will he even snubbed my rights to choose my mate. His presence and scent which should soothe me in such a moment was nothing but torture. “Because I am selfish when it comes down to you. I wanted you all by myself. It was wrong, I admit it but I was desperate. Sharing you was something I could never do.” His words blazed me and I flipped. All the pent-up anger inside me emerged like a poisonous snake and bit him. “It was not y
Xynathius’s POVVildus was gone from our lives as well as our world but so was Adiyan. The prophecy was completed and fulfilled, leaving my mate broken. She wouldn't let go of Adiyan’s body, she wouldn't hear me, Laila or Zilver. Everyone had been shut out as she mourned the loss of her mate. I touched her shoulder letting her know I was there for her but she just sat there dazedly, staring blankly at his face. The guilt dug its tentacles deep into my heart. Adiyan was a better man than me in every aspect and he would have made an exceptional mate to her. Karica was right about him when she first met me. And yet he was gone and I was partially responsible. The guilt will never fade. I owed my life to him, he died protecting us and this was a kind of debt which couldn't be repaid. She bent down and kissed his lips and then his forehead. Her lips stayed there in a final goodbye as she hugged him to her chest, a scream and a tremorous wave of energy burst through her and hit us all
Karica’s POVThe most horrendous scream escaped me as my body jerked forward, the whole world blurring around me. All I could hear and focus on was Adiyan’s slowly beating heart. He was still alive but for how long?My own seemed to have been crushed under a boulder and there was only one thought on my mind. I had to save my mate. I slowly watched Vildus reaching out to him, the time seemed to be progressing at a snail’s pace for me. Vildus was about to slit his throat. “Noooo,” I cried out in desperation as a surge of spiked air with frozen thunderbolts shot out and were hurled in Vildus’s direction. His hollowed-out laugh erupted and clung to my sides as he disintegrated into bats and tried to fly away again. “No, you won't,” I screamed out with all the disgust and rage I carried. Halting, I converged my hands together, the blackened energy I carried inside rushed out in gigantic swirls and wrapped themselves around Vildus’s bats like writhing snakes. This was my piled-up hate f
Karica’s POVAdiyan’s words took away my ability to form words. The blood in my veins stood frozen at his revelation. ‘Mate?’ We were also mates, but how? I was already mated to Xynathius. How could I have two mates? Or if I was to believe Vildus’s claims. Three. It didn't make sense but it never did when it came down to me. Two years ago hybrids didn't exist as well and here I was. No, cross that out. I was a tribrid with a vampire gene in me as was revealed yesterday. Both of us shared the element fire and among witches, having the same basic element raised one’s chances of ending up as mates. Now it was becoming abundantly clear. The attraction I felt for Adiyan. Why I never forgot him even after finding Xynathius. How a part of my heart seemed to have been crushed the day I left Adiyan. Why I thought of him when I was wrongly accused and imprisoned. He was mine too and I was his. And here he was to prove it. I had so many questions to ask him but circumstances were not favou
Xynathius’s POVThe continuous blasting of spells by our witches resulted in burning away the cloaking spell and the dismal-looking castle came into full view. Howls of victory went around as witches cheered. Adiyan seemed proud of himself as I saw him running towards the castle. He was going for Karica. As much as I wanted to, I needed to hold the ground here and lead everyone. We fought the hellhounds keeping them away from the witches when Vildus released his army. It had mind-controlled humans which were nothing short of zombies. Their eyes were dazed as they slowly walked towards us. ‘Don’t kill the humans,’ I mind-linked my group as we tore apart the hellhounds. Witches and vampires followed the humans but their number was not too big. I saw Xui Lin taking charge and Aegir growled beside me. ‘She is mine,’ his angry voice floated through the mind-link. ‘Bring her down, but be careful,’ I advised while dodging a spell from one of the witches. Aegis leapt towards her while sh
Karica’s POVAll my thoughts and feelings were jumbled up, turning me into an emotional wreck. Hearing that the man who turned out to be my biological father actually tried to help me.When Vildus wrenched his heart out, it hurt. It made me wonder how different the situation would be if we didn't live in a dystopian society but an ideal one. I would have a loving father and so much suffering could be avoided. But that was not the reality, this was where I tearily watched my biological father lying dead in his pool of blood. Vildus grabbed my arm and steadied me. “Let’s go, we need to leave, this place is no longer safe.” His eyes flashed with anger but before he could take me anywhere, the whole castle shook as if something like a cannonball had hit the castle walls. “Damn witches! They are here” Vildus growled in annoyance. When Xui Lin came running, her face aghast and her horrible hair flying in all directions. “We are under attack, they found us and are trying to bring down t