Roxanne's POV: "Honey, you know wearing a beautiful dress for just one day couldn't kill you, right?" Mother asked seriously while Father drove. "What's wrong with my skinny jeans and vest?" I asked back seriously. "Everything. You look like a homeless, stranded omega who's picked up by an alpha on the streets to become his servant out of kindness," Kyle answered while playing with his gamepad. I was about to fire back when Larson's laughing voice caught my attention. I looked at him coldly, giving him a glare. When our eyes met, his laughter instantly died out. Kyle, who was sitting between us, looked up and glanced at both of us for a quick second before going back to his gamepad. "Dad, Roxanne wants to pick a fight with Larson," he reported as Father looked at us through his rear-view mirror. I sighed and turned slightly to look out the window in silence. I still couldn't understand why Larson was traveling with us. I understood that we were all invited to Tamara's birthd
Roxanne's POV: "I told you to be gentle with her, didn't I?" I heard a deep voice with an accent say, followed by an intimidating hiss. "I'm sorry, master. Next time, I'll be careful," a lighter male voice responded. "There won't be a next time, you..." The words were cut short when I opened my eyes and slowly sat upright, touching my head. I still felt somehow dizzy, and my headache was killing me. "Leave," came a dominant command that made me feel uncomfortable. I found myself trying to stand up before I lost my balance. I was about to hit the ground when a large arm went around my waist and held me. The headache instantly subsided, replaced by beautiful tingles that spread throughout my entire body. My wolf was as shocked as she was concerned for us. I, too, was stunned. I carefully turned with widened eyes to look at the man who was holding me. No matter what, he was my mate! I could feel it, and so could my wolf. The room was somehow dark, so I couldn't make out his fa
Astrid's POV: It took me approximately five minutes and 45 seconds to sink my teeth into all of the vampires that blocked our way. My human and I didn't want a bloody war or a mess, which is why we didn't rip them into pieces. However, since they were vampires, my bite was still deadly to them. My mate's scent invaded our nostrils, and I was startled by his clap from behind. I turned and growled in warning. He stood still, leaning against the door frame with a smirk across his face and a long jacket draped over his shoulder. "I knew you were unique and held a higher rank, but who could have guessed you were an Alpha queen? Wow, that's impressive," he said as I growled louder. This time, it was my way of letting him know that if he stood in our way, I was going to take him down. I could sense that he was mocking me with his words, and that only pissed me off even more. I was about to turn and walk away when I found him standing in front of me in a split second. He leaned in an
Ian's POV: The so-called party now felt like a funeral as we stood in Felix's bedroom. Tamara was resting her head on her lap, looking exhausted from all the crying she had done. We had been waiting for an hour for her to talk, but she decided to say nothing. "Hey kiddo, how do you feel when you look at Larson?" I asked for the first time, deciding to break the silence. She raised her head and looked at me seriously. "Confused. Last year, I thought nothing of him. He was just my friend, and he treated me the same way. But today, I couldn't help but notice something different. He looks very attractive, and my heart fluttered when I saw him. I wanted to run into his arms and kiss him. I just wanted to be next to him. I wanted him... "That's enough!" Felix said coldly, cutting her off. "Ian, may I have a word with you in my office?" she asked, then moved Tamara aside. "Yes, sure," I answered simply. "Amelia, stay with her. I won't take long," she said, then stood up from the bed
Roxanne's POV: I grabbed a shirt out of the wardrobe and put it on, knowing very well it was my mate's shirt from the amazing scent it had. After he walked out, I went to take a bath to remove the drops of blood that had splattered all over my body. Now that I was done cleaning myself up, I was thinking of a way to run away. Looking out the window, I could see that the sun was setting and soon it would be nightfall. I was very concerned about my parents; they were obviously starting to worry. I just hoped they wouldn't try to follow me in any way, no matter what. When the door opened, I tensed and stayed still, not wanting to turn around. The door closed and my mate's strong scent invaded my nose. His scent was very different from most scents I had ever inhaled. It was like muddy rain mixed with a little whiskey, vanilla, and strawberry. It was supposed to make me feel nauseated, knowing how much I hated strawberry, vanilla, and whiskey. Yet it made me feel so calm and relaxed.
Garren's POV: I furiously lifted the lady in my arms and walked back to the castle. As I walked past the houses, I could feel other vampires' eyes on me and hear their annoying whispers. It was good for them that they knew their place and how to act. As it was, I was very upset and wanted no one to talk to me. I walked into my castle and went straight to my bedroom, putting her on the bed with a low sigh. I looked at her dirty, wet face and then inhaled the scent of her blood, which made my mouth water. I moved my thumb to wipe a trail of blood on her jaw when she flinched. Despite being unconscious, she was still responsive to my touch. She was my enemy's daughter, whom I planned to use easily. But why was I now feeling like this? It pained me when I raised my hand to her, and I felt like my heart was being stabbed when she cried out to her parents. I moved to my desk and touched my bell for a second. When a knock came through, I cleared my throat. "Come in, Thelma," I answ
Ian's POV: "That kid is not my mate. How many times do I have to say this, Dad? We've been at it for hours! It's getting on my nerves," Larson said loudly in the living room. "I guess he is telling the truth," Blade whispered. I was getting a headache from going back and forth over something we could have resolved in a few minutes. The sun had already set, yet we were still trying to figure out if he was telling the truth or not. "There is only one way to solve this and know the truth," I said, looking at Larson seriously. "Nephew, you can either do it now, or I can make your wolf do it for you," I said loudly. He looked at me, terrified, knowing full well that I wasn't bluffing. "Has it come to that, Uncle Ian?" he asked in a low tone. "Of course it has," I answered firmly. He swallowed hard, then moved and sat down on the couch. "She's m...m," he murmured under his breath, swallowing his words. "You are pissing me off," I warned him. "She's my mate," he whispered, then l
Roxanne's POV: I woke up with a bad headache and blinked a few times before sitting upright in bed. A lady in a long black dress and cloak moved closer and stood next to me as I prepared myself for her attack. "Hi, my name is Thelma. I'm Master Garren's servant, sired by his father. I was ordered to look after you until you feel better," she said as I swallowed hard, trying to ignore the pain in my mouth. "Where is that fucking son of a bitch?" I asked seriously, causing her eyes to widen in shock. "Pardon?" she asked, as if asking me to repeat my sentence. "You heard me. Where is that fucking son of a bitch you serve?" I asked angrily. She closed her eyes, took a deep breath, and released it. No matter how I looked at her, she seemed very upset. "Miss, please refrain from calling my master a foul name," she said, as I laughed mockingly. "Are you going to summon that damn bastard or not!?" I yelled at the top of my voice, my wolf instincts pulling through as I growled loudly
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