Ian's p.o.v"And that's an order from your alpha queen." She said.I wanted to strangle her and tell her how her words meant nothing to me but I couldn't. For some reason I found myself submitting by bearing my neck to her."Good." She whispered then stood up."Axel is badly injured just like you were. He was the one taking most of your pain in order to sustain you. He won't be able to communicate with you for the time being until his full recovery." She said as fear washed all over me."Relax, he is just asleep." She whispered as I sighed in relief."Remember my words Ian because you wouldn't like to anger me would you?" She asked, then smiled.I faced the other side angrily when I heard a loud thud.I quickly looked back and saw her laying on the ground unconscious.I moved out of bed without a second thought and carried her in my arms carefully then slowly put her on the bed and pressed my hand on her chest."She's alive." I whispered in relief when I felt her hear
Amelia's p.o.vI woke up feeling well rested. My body was relaxed and my mind very calm.I frowned when I felt a hand pull me to a hard chest. In a second I turned and came face to face with Ian. He was asleep and he looked very handsome and innocent.I frowned deeper, feeling confused. The last thing I could remember was being in a panic state at Felix's house. I was very afraid and I couldn't stop the emotions I was going through. My wolf was way angry over Chase stopping us and she couldn't seem to calm down.Wait, she took over and pushed me into our subconscious."Hey, what did you do?" I asked my wolf silently."I am not hey, I am called Aurora." She responded."Did you bring us back to Ian's pack?" I asked after looking around and noticing that we were in Ian's pack. "Yes. Our mate was badly injured and in pain, I had to take over and find him. Right now he is still recovering and having us close to him is helping him a great deal." She responded."Is that
Neo's p.o.vAs we ran through the woods I had only one thing in mind, to lead my mate to safety. My legs were hurting and my chest was aching badly.For quite a long time we continued without stopping because we knew the warriors must have noticed our disappearance yesterday.Vision was quiet and refused to talk to me or help us in any way. Despite siding with our mate he had regret over his betrayal to our alpha, that's what was eating him up."I can't run anymore." Sherry said in a whining voice for the tenth time.She stopped in her tracks, making me do the same and look at her seriously."Why should I go through all this hell?" She asked as I frowned.What exactly did she mean by that? Didn't she want to be with me?"I don't understand." I said under my breath."What's there not to understand huh? I didn't sign up for this at all. My plan was to simply kill Ian and have you take the alpha's position, not us running around like some wanted fugitive!" She spat."Sherry, it seems you
Ian's p.o.v"Alpha." Blade called softly behind me while I walked back to my bedroom.I had to get the fuck out of that basement because it was hard to watch Neo crying like a little kid and Sherry screaming out in pain and begging him to take back his rejection. It was a mess that I didn't want to involve myself in."Alpha." He called again, this time a little louder.I stopped and turned to face him."I understand that our Beta did betray you for his mate, but we all know how most pack members of other packs act towards their mates. He was under an influence of love and submission to her that's why he did all that. Neo and I never saw eye to eye at times, but when it came to you he had no reason to question nor doubt you, he was even willing to give his life for you." He said as I raised a brow."So?. What the fuck do you want me to do?" I asked coldly."Please, allow me to go in search of a witch. He won't last long with the Otis he has consumed...., and t
Ian's p.o.vFor the first time in my life, my eyes were filled with tears.As seconds turned into minutes her words began to sink in slowly."I wasn't your father's actual mate and he knew that. Because of the curse, he couldn't find his true mate, and that frustrated him a lot. He was growing old and the curse was getting worse, it was driving him insane day by day and sadly he couldn't do a thing to stop it. Besides that, he was weighed down with another worry, and that was to produce an heir to his pack." She said then took a step closer. "You see, your father knew it was a matter of time before he would fall and leave his pack without a ruler, perhaps in the hands of his enemies. He had to have an heir from any she-wolf capable of respecting him and raising his pups well, that's where I came in. He never loved nor gave me his attention. Actually, never was there a day he wanted me for anything besides his release and duty." She said sadly then continued."I w
Amelia's p.o.vI was sitting sadly on the bed with Ian resting his head on my lap.It felt very unreal yet it was real, everything was happening.When he came into my room I was a bit nervous and I did prepare myself for his bad words or commands, but then he spoke and his voice was filled with sadness and pain, I had to look at him.The words he said about being lost made me feel bad and seeing him in tears made my heart ache. No matter how badly he had treated me I couldn't just stand there and watch him break down. He needed me and Aurora felt it as well, when she whispered to me, go to him I rushed to embrace him.For half an hour he couldn't stop sobbing, even after helping him lay down he was still sobbing.There was a moment I thought it was Axel but seeing it was Ian came as a shock.Whatever it was that had happened, I knew it was beyond sad and bad to make an alpha who wouldn't treat his own mate kindly or love her break down.I didn't want to ask and I
Ian's p.o.v I groaned softly then slowly opened my eyes. My body was relaxed and the beautiful tingles I felt were making me feel at peace. I frowned for a second and smiled when I looked at Amelia who was laying next to me with her head resting on my arm. I moved my free hand without a second thought and brushed her long hair backward. "My mate." I whispered softly then froze when she shifted a bit and opened her eyes gazing into mine. I kept quiet not knowing what to say or do. Was I to greet her? Perhaps kiss her?. No, the kiss was way out of line. "Morning." She whispered with a warm smile. "Morning," I whispered back then leaned in and kissed her lips lightly. Fuck being out of line, she really looked perfect with her sleepy eyes and messy hair. When I pulled back she was staring at me with a frown on her face. I was about to ask what was wrong when she quickly sat upright and brushed her hair with her fingers, her gaze was fixed on her pajama which was wrinkled on her b
Neo's p.o.vHow long were they going to guard my door? It's not like I was going to run away or betray Ian again.My heart was completely shuttered and I had no strength to fight or speak back at him. Moreover, I knew and understood how I had killed his trust in me.Our friendship was now dead and my position was going to be taken away from me.I sighed softly then sat upright on the bed."Logan!" I called loudly.When the door opened I tensed. Ian walked in with a glare on his face, his hands were clenched and his pheromones were threatening.I quickly stood up from the bed and bore my neck in respect.He closed the door behind him and moved standing in front of me.When a minute went by without a word, I slowly looked up and met his eyes.His eyes were switching between that of his wolf and his own and that made me quickly take a step back. He was beyond angry with me, that I could tell."You betrayed me and Axel." He whispered."Yet here you are still alive and
Kyle's POV It felt so unreal when my father called Larson and me into his office to tell us how we had to prepare ourselves because tomorrow the ceremony was going to take place.All we could do was look at each other and then at him in excitement. We were also nervous about everything."How are you feeling?" Larson asked me seriously.We were in the training field exercising."A little of everything. You know, scared, nervous, excited, and happy," I answered simply."What about you? How do you feel?" I asked."I feel so nervous and scared, but also excited because I have always looked forward to standing by your side when you take over as Alpha," he answered."I'm glad," I said honestly."Larson and Kyle, go to the border right now," my father's command came through the pack's mind link."Gosh, what now?" I whispered and then began to walk to the border with Larson right by my side."Maybe we are receiving other visitors," he said."Like who? Every member of our family is right in t
Ian's POV"Are you sure they aren't close by?" I asked Neo."I am positive, Ian. Tamara, Lexi, and Yuki went to give Tanya a tour of our pack. As for Blade, Larson and Kyle, they went to help Nana and Sharon with something," he answered."Okay," I whispered, then cleared my throat and looked at everyone seriously."I'm glad to have you all here today, and I'm also kind of proud of you, August, for choosing your mate instead of some women who took you out of your misery," I said, then laughed softly when he rolled his eyes."The main reason I asked most of you to come over wasn't only because of August, but because of my son and nephew," I said, and then moved forward."I have wanted to take a step away from everything and finally step back from being an active Alpha for a few years now. Unfortunately, Amelia was against it because she knew Kyle wasn't ready. That's why we sent him to the training camp," I said seriously."But now Amelia and I truly believe he is ready. We have also se
August's POV "Are you okay?" Tanya asked seriously.I wasn't okay in any way, but I wasn't going to tell her that.I was already nervous while driving, but now that we were here, I felt like I had made a wrong decision.I could see the twins laughing and mocking Tanya, and us fighting because of that. I could also see Felix making a lame comment about how I went for the daughter after the mother failed to make me stay."I am fine," I answered and then frowned when I looked at the entrance.Something was definitely wrong.Not only did we cross Ian's pack, but we were parked close to the pack house, yet no one was there to welcome us. Not even the warriors, when it was so obvious that Ian knew I had crossed his border."Shall we go and knock?" she asked."Yes," I answered and then got out and went to open the door for her."Thank you," she said softly when she stepped out."Don't mention it," I answered and then shut the door."Do I look okay?" she asked in a low tone.I looked at her
Felix's POV"Remind me again, why didn't we use the portal?" I asked Chase, who was driving the car."I told you already, Sammy. Lee and Jeannie will be running a little late," he answered and then gave me a warm smile."They just had to go and visit them; how annoying," I muttered."Family is never annoying," he said in a low tone, then focused on the road.He was right; family was everything, but I was still annoyed that Lee chose to go and visit his family with Jeannie right after Ian had told us about his plans for Kyle and Larson's succession.“Screw him,” I whispered softly."Hey, sweetheart, we have reached," he informed me simply.I looked at the pack house that was visible from afar after we had crossed the border, then sighed.I was really looking forward to seeing my baby girl more than anyone. Besides that, I missed Ian and Amelia a lot, but I wasn't going to openly admit it until they said it first."Remember what we talked about? No more showing disgust towards Larson. W
Kyle's POV "You sound grumpy," Lui said to me on the phone."Maybe it's because your sister hasn't picked up any of my calls. I miss her a lot, and I think you understand how I feel. Or maybe it's because Larson can't stop rubbing it in my face how happy he is," I answered seriously.Yesterday, when he went back with Tamara, I did want them to have a good time together.But when they came back laughing and walking hand in hand, I envied them. I wished Yuki could be here with me. I felt so lonely, and so did Lionel."I told you how she was busy helping Mom out with something. When she is free, I will tell her to call you," he answered."Well, we can't all feel the same way, can we?" I muttered."Dude, she does love you a lot; she is just very busy. Also, is that how a soon-to-be Alpha acts and reacts? Have more dignity and faith in everything and everyone," he said loudly."Says the guy who can't take his mate to that magical place we were," I answered in a mocking tone."How did you
Larson's POV "Do you like the smell?" Tamara asked with a smile.I inhaled deeply and then nodded."I like it," I answered simply.We were in a store looking at perfumes and trying to see which one suited me the most. Although she looked serious whenever she didn't like a scent, she seemed to have a lot of fun.My plan was to go out to eat, but when she saw the store, she asked me to pull over, and I couldn't say no."Although I love this a lot, let me check out that purple one at the far end of the shelf," she said and then went to grab it.I turned and looked at the jewelry display that was close to the entrance. Since we walked in, my eyes had been set on a beautiful blue diamond necklace and how amazing it would look if she wore it."She would love it," my wolf said, making me chuckle."I don't think so. Since we walked in, she didn't even spare a glance at the jewelry," I answered."Maybe she is being considerate of us," he said seriously."Please, we’ve been getting a monthly
Dusk's POV "Maybe a little rest will do," my father said with concern."I don't need rest right now, Father. I want to be stronger and better," I answered seriously."You will with time, but all I am asking you to do right now is rest," he said.I looked at him coldly and then nodded."Fine, I will rest," I answered and then went to sit on a beach that was under a huge tree.The training field was wide and a large area that most warriors used. But there was a certain side that was considered a resting place. Only a few warriors came there to rest, and we figured it would be a good place to use for my training.I hated being watched, and my father knew that. That's why I was relieved when he chose this place."You stay here; I'll be right back. Oh, and I'll ask your sister to bring you some cold water," he said and then walked away.Micah was my cousin, but because my father took her as a daughter, she became my sister.I paid no mind to that because I loved having her as a sister. I
Tamara's POV"Making a speech like that is a little too much," I said seriously in Larson's room.When he called my phone and asked me to come over, I didn't know what to expect, so I put on my best outfit and applied light makeup to my face.As soon as I reached his door, he opened it, grabbed my hand, pulled me in, and shut the door behind us.He was so excited that he couldn't wait for me to sit down when he told me how he and Kyle were soon going to be the acting Beta and Alpha.I was sincerely happy and proud; that's why I hugged him tightly and told him exactly how I was feeling.When I pulled back and sat down, he began sharing a few speeches that he would say on the actual day and asking for my opinion.I told him the truth, and he went on to make a few adjustments to those I liked."Maybe I shouldn't do any of them, seeing how I have never heard anyone ever doing it before," he said in a dejected tone."What? No, you should. Just because no one has ever done it, it doesn't me
August's POV "Am I not doing anything wrong, am I?" I asked Ried as I looked at the tray of breakfast that I had prepared."You are actually being awfully considerate," he answered, making me smile."That's the least I can do for being a jerk to our mate," I replied, then grabbed the tray and nervously walked to the bedroom with it.I wanted what happened between us to happen so badly; that's why I was happy when Ried took the initiative.Now that we had been making love and just being in each other's embrace for the past few days, I was thinking of myself as a selfish bastard who wouldn't let her rest, yet I couldn't stop myself.When Ried decided to be the first one to embrace her, I immediately accepted and took a step back because he was what I was supposed to be to her, and that was an amazing mate. He deserved to mark her before I could even do it.He was so respectful, even when I took over and decided to spend my time with her in bed.I really was lucky to have him as a part