Chase's POV: "So we only have to find a way, that's all, right?" I asked Lee seriously. "Yes, because the auction starts in thirty minutes," he answered while looking in the mirror. We made reservations in time and got a room right on top of the underground building where the auction was being held. The only problem was that we had no way to get in besides the main entrance. The whole place was heavily guarded and shielded with magic. "Hey, I know your family crest is very important, but is it worth your life?" I asked softly. He glanced at me, then frowned deeply. "It is worth more than my life. Look, a crest to my people is like one's identity. Just having the symbol of the crest on my clothes or car makes everyone know which family I belong to. Not only that, the crest is a generational item filled with unbelievable magical elements infused in it. Whoever has it gets to experience power beyond their imagination," he answered as I raised a brow. "So in short, whoever has it h
August's POV: HATE! That was what I felt with each and every loving interaction that happened between Sharon and Logan. I wasn't jealous that they were together, or at least that's what I thought. Instead, I was angry because I had no mate. "Focus!" Neo's loud voice pulled me out of my thoughts. "Can we rest for a bit? I'm very tired," I whispered, then brushed the sweat off my forehead with my hand. "You know in our pack, we don't get to rest until we are told to by a lead warrior or a Beta," Neo said, and I looked at him coldly. Was he forgetting that I was a Beta, or was he just being sarcastic? "First of all, I am a Beta, and secondly, this is not my pack. Now, excuse me, I'll be retiring to my room," I answered, then walked to the pack house. I couldn't understand why Whitney and Leo had not called me yet. I knew it was their wedding, but they were supposed to come back home as soon as the wedding was done! Were they planning on making me stay here for a few weeks? If tha
August's POV: "Are you saying you want to go back without Whitney's approval?" Neo asked seriously. "What is hard to understand? I want nothing to do with this pack, so yes, I want to go back," I replied calmly. "Something came up, so I have to go back," I answered calmly. "What? Is there something important that you can't share even with me?" he asked seriously. "Yes, it's personal. Look, Neo, I'm not encouraging you to send me off right now. I'm just telling you so you could be aware," I answered, then stood up from my seat. "I'm leaving today, but Sharon will stay behind. Only when I talk to Whitney will she be a part of this pack," I said as he stood up and faced me. "Why do I feel like you are hiding something from me?" he asked seriously. "That's because I am," I answered calmly. "And what is that?" he asked. I didn't want to lie, but I had no choice but to tell him the truth. "I'm in love with Sharon. Seeing her with another guy hurts my heart," I answered. He frown
Damon's POV: "What?" Sherry asked with a smile on her face. "Nothing," I answered, then grabbed her hand, gently stroking it. A few days had gone by since the guys came to ask for help, and since then, she had been so happy. She was joyous and did things cheerfully. Whenever we talked, she could sense her wolf within her, but her wolf had no strength to communicate with her. She pointed out that it was just a matter of time until she got her wolf back. That was supposed to make me feel happy, but it didn't. It actually scared me a lot because I had no idea how she would react to my scar. Would it disturb her or scare her? "She loves us, and she isn't like other she-wolves," my wolf growled. He was displeased by my thoughts. "You know, loving someone has nothing to do with fearing them or finding them disturbing. She loves us for what is inside us and not what is outside. That I know, but seeing a scarred man as your lover is something else," I answered silently, then tensed wh
Damon's POV: I watched calmly as Sherry walked ahead slowly. I could tell by her facial expression that she really liked the place when we reached it. "So, what do you think of this place?" I asked simply. "It's magical," she responded, then turned and faced me. "Why did you keep this place a secret for so long?" she asked. I moved closer and linked my right hand with hers. "A lot of things have happened since we met, but believe me when I say that I was going to show it to you sooner or later," I answered. She chuckled softly, then moved her free arm around my shoulder. "Does anyone visit this little place?" she asked seriously. "Only couples do, but whenever I'm here or I want to take a bath, I inform everyone through the mind-link," I answered. "Then how about we take off our clothes and have a nice bath?" she asked. I smirked, then leaned in and brushed the tip of my nose against hers. "I love that idea," I answered softly. I was about to kiss her lips when I froze.
Sherry's POV: I quickly ran into Damon's arms, hugging him tightly as soon as he stepped out of his car. I felt so relieved that I could use my wolf's vision because I could see he wasn't hurt in any way. Only a few hours had gone by, yet it felt like many years to me. "You're back and safe," I whispered softly as he chuckled. "Of course I am. I'm sorry I didn't call Alec to inform you that I was okay and on my way back home," he said, then lifted me up in a bridal style and walked into the pack house, ignoring the stares of our pack members. Once we were in the living room, he let me down and went on to greet Maggie, who was sitting on the sofa. "I'm back," he said softly, then moved and stood opposite her as she smiled and nodded at him. Alec walked into the room and leaned against the door frame with a wide smile on his face. His eyes were directed at Damon's back trouser pocket. "Luna, I'm glad to inform you that the Alpha bought something for you," he said as I turned an
Sherry's POV: How did it come to this? I caused it. I was slightly trembling, with my hands pressed on his arms, trying to breathe calmly while resting my head against his chest. "Just relax," he instructed, while he pushed his two fingers deeper. The weight of the warm water pushed in too, causing me to groan slightly in pain. "Damn it," he whispered, and then pulled his fingers out, wrapping his arm around my waist and lifting me up. I was about to ask him what he was doing when he pushed me onto the ground, flat at the edge of the hot spring. I flinched, then took in a sharp breath and released it. My feet were still in the water, but my other half was resting on the green leaves and pink flowers that were growing on the ground. "Excuse me," he said softly as he parted my legs. I was about to sit upright and stop him when his large hand moved onto my chest, pushing me back to the ground. "Stay still," he instructed, as I tried to move but stopped when my wolf growled lou
Sherry's POV: How did I end up back on the ground? "Easy," I moaned softly as he thrust deeper. It was painful, yet it felt so good. When I suggested that he hold me the way he wanted, he wasted no time in flipping us over and going all out. This was the first time I had experienced such rough sex, and I was enjoying it immensely. His hands were on my sides, and his forehead was sweaty. He was slightly trembling, yet still thrusting forcefully. I pressed my hands against his arm to steady myself, but it was futile because my body was moving roughly, causing my breasts to jiggle with each shift he made. "Easy," I whispered again, then gasped and whimpered as he crushed his lips against mine, forcing me to keep quiet while he continued to thrust into me with force. All I could hear was our heavy breathing, and all I could feel was our warm skin pressed against each other, over and over again. "Alpha," a male voice called, causing me to freeze. I could tell it was one of the w
Kyle's POV "So, are you doing okay?" I asked Uncle August on the phone."Yes, my mate is doing much better as well," he answered simply."I'm glad," I said as I stretched myself on the couch."So, you left your pup and went to have fun?" he asked as I rolled my eyes."You are making it sound terrible, Uncle," I pointed out."Well, your pup is only six months old, and you are already out having fun with your mate," he said as I frowned."My mother was the one who encouraged us to come here. Moreover, it was a promise we made at Lui's ceremony," I answered coldly."Oh, so Amelia is looking after the pup?" he asked in a relieved tone."Of course she is. She and Dad were very happy when they knew of our plans. I kind of feel like they want to make another sibling," I answered as he laughed loudly."No way, they are just happy to be taking care of their grandpup," he said, making me smile.After the birth of my pup, they were very supportive in almost everything. My mother was very close
Kyle's POV "Aren't you going in?" Father asked as I stood outside the ward with a rapidly beating heart.I had no idea why my dad, Ian, had given my father, Axel, control, but I felt grateful. Perhaps it was because Father always knew what to say in the moment and at the right time."I feel cold feet, Father," I whispered honestly.He smirked and then moved his hand to my head, ruffling my hair gently and playfully."Son, you just have to go in; she is waiting for you," he said as I looked at him and then smiled."Always remember, we are the strongholds of our mates as they are for us. You being there for her right now will be heartwarming and ease the tension and worries she might have," he said softly."Thank you, Father," I whispered to him and then slowly grabbed the door handle and pushed it open.When Yuki came into view, I quickly went in and went to her side, embracing her with a warm smile.All the emotions I thought I couldn't feel in that moment came crashing down on me: h
Kyle's POV "Son, calm down," my dad said softly.I glared at him, then shifted my gaze to the side.How could he even ask me to calm down when my mate was struggling in the labor ward to give birth?"Dad, you don't get how I feel right now, so don't tell me to calm down," I answered seriously."You really think I don't understand? I felt that way twice when you and your sister were being born," he said, then moved his hand to my shoulder.I looked at him sadly and rubbed my forehead with my fingers."Wasn't I supposed to be in there?" I asked while looking at the labor ward."Yes, but your mother is right there by her side," he answered.I had been so focused on the pack documents the past few weeks that I paid less attention to Yuki.When the news of her going into labor reached me, I panicked and dropped everything I was doing.And right now, I was feeling so guilty that I wasn't by her side when she needed me the most.I had been standing outside for what felt like forever, and eac
Mariana's POV I sat looking at Roxanne's little pup as I clenched my hands into fists.He was so innocent, yet I knew he would grow up to be the very thing I despised the most because of the blood flowing through his veins.His mother was an Alpha Queen, while his father was a very powerful hybrid. The chances of him becoming any of his father's breed were high, but his chances of becoming an Alpha King were even higher.Would killing him in secret be a bad thing?I quickly averted my eyes when the pup smiled at me.He sat playing with a sword toy, and a powerful witch stood close to the door's entrance, watching his every movement."Excuse me, Miss Alpha Queen. Why do you look at the young master like that?" she asked seriously.Damn it, was it so obvious that I was thinking badly of him?I didn't want anyone to know or find out what my exact thoughts were, at least not now. If I was going to kill the little pup, I had to do it discreetly."You must not have heard the news from Rox
August's POV "So?" I asked Kyle on the phone."I called Garren yesterday, and he said Mariana is doing okay, although she looked very afraid and conflicted when she met the other members of his territory," he answered."And the Alpha king's mate?" I asked."She decided to stay in Lui's pack because she felt free and safe there," he replied."I'm sorry, Uncle August, but why did you leave like that without a word? You missed out on a lot," he asked.I slowly turned in my seat behind my desk and looked at Tanya, who was sleeping on the bed. I could still see a light shade of red under her lashes.I had never seen her cry so much before. She refused to eat most of the time or talk to me as much as she used to.I was trying my very best to comfort her, yet it did nothing; I was running out of options."Something bad happened, and I didn't want to inform anyone. We had to leave immediately because it involved my mate, and she asked that of me," I answered and then stood up from my seat."
Lui's POV "Are you okay?" I asked Akira with concern."Yes, how could I not be after the exciting day we have had?" she answered playfully.These past few years have brought us closer than we already were. Not only did we share a mark, but we also shared an amazing, mature bond.She was more open with me, and I got to see a side of her that I never expected. She was naughty in bed and funny whenever I felt down or needed cheering up. She was also very respectful, kind, and mindful.I laughed softly and then wrapped my arm around her shoulders, pulling her into my embrace.We were standing all alone in the living room.After that talk, Dad and Mom asked Mariana to follow them so she could meet her late brother's mate, while the twins decided to get rid of the body.Uncle Alec went on to invite Alpha Ian and his family to join him in the dining hall, while we decided to remain behind for a bit and talk."I'm just very happy that everyone is safe," I said honestly."Me too," she answer
Tanya's POV "Is it usually like this?" I asked August seriously."What do you mean?" he asked back with a chuckle."You know, like some stranger coming into this territory and threatening them all," I answered as he shrugged."Well, what can I say? Our kind are so full of dominance that they tend to have fun ambushing weaker packs sometimes," he said, then looked at my father, who was quietly standing opposite us."Is everything okay with him?" he mind-linked me."I think he is a bit shaken by what happened," I answered through the mind-link and then moved closer to him."Dad, are you okay?" I asked seriously."Yeah, it's just that when I heard that heartwarming talk in the living room, I came to realize how terrible holding secrets is," he answered as I smiled."That's why I have none," I replied softly."Can I talk to you for a second, as in alone?" he asked.I frowned and then quickly shook my head."No, whatever you have to say, you can say it in front of my man," I answered seri
Mariana's POVI stood still, tears running down my face and a beating heart in my hand."I'm sorry," my wolf whispered, then pulled back as I slowly looked down at my brother's dead body.I dropped the heart with a trembling hand and screamed as I fell to my knees in a panic, moving my hand to cover the hole in his chest."No, Diaz, no," I cried as I moved my other bloody hand to his face."You can't die, please, you can't die! Why, oh goddess, why?" I sobbed."Wake up and look at me! Please, look at me! I swear I will never get angry again," I cried at the top of my voice.I was very upset over his words, and for a second, I wished him dead. But how was I to know that my wolf would act upon this wish of mine, as cruel as it was?Every time I wished for something within her reach and power, she did exactly that. Then I felt so happy because she protected me, even when it was against my will!But how could she hurt our only brother like he was nothing? "Mariana," Amelia called as she
Diaz's POV"What exactly do you want to hear from me?" I asked lazily."Everything," Amelia answered strongly.I rolled my eyes and then looked at Ian coldly."There is no need to mind-link each other, so I'll be frank, Amelia," I said seriously."Please," she whispered."Your mate is a thorn in my side," I said.Twin Delta warriors were about to move when Ian raised his hand, and they stopped in their tracks."I'm glad because you will soon bleed from my fists," he answered with a smirk."Ian, I would like to give you that satisfaction, but I won't, because I am not here to seriously fight," I said honestly."And yes, most of you in this room are a nuisance, and most of you are a pest to us. But then there are those like her," I pointed at the ancient witch and then moved my hand to the female dragon."Who we consider useful and very powerful," I said, then sat down."I can see you hate me," I pointed out the obvious."You think? They want you dead," Amelia answered."Fair enough, bu