Ian's p.o.vI was exhausted and lay down on my stomach first. My back was paining from the nail scratches Axel had received from Aurora. To say their sex was aggressive was an understatement, they were unbelievable!I couldn't believe how he had her on fours with his hand pulling her hair roughly while he fucked her. I was rough too but not with my mate. He gave her no time to breathe because after cumming he forced her on top of him and had her ride me. As much as she was tired, she couldn't stop.He even took it in the shower fucking her against the wall. I had to retreat when he took it on the floor and the desk raw, watching it made me want to call on Amelia and have her in that very way, but I understand that her body was definitely beyond exhausted. Were they that horny while they acted as if they were calm? Damn them."Ian," Amelia called beside me. She had bite marks all over her body and cum covering her stomach and thighs."Yes, baby." I answered softly."I am very exhauste
Amelia's p.o.vI woke up still feeling very exhausted and sore. I sat upright and winced in pain."Damn it Aurora, did you really have to go that hard with Axel?" I asked her silently."Of course. How are we to carry their pup if we don't have them knot us as much as they can?" She asked back happily as I sighed loudly.She really was living in the moment that she was forgetting our worst fear."You have a point Aurora, but did you think things through seriously? We haven't told our mate about the alpha king who desperately wants to make us his bride, and us getting pregnant right now will only be a burden to Ian and everyone. How could we defend ourselves from that old bastard if we were heavy with a pup?" I asked sadly while I stood up."Remember why we ran away from the man we truly love with our whole heart. That old bastard is definitely stronger than us and we can't involve our mate into this, yes I want to carry his pup because it's my joy as his mate, but I'
Ian's p.o.vAfter having lunch with Amelia, I went to my office and sat down to think through everything.My hands were tied when it came to the Alpha king and she looked so worried about everything.I had said those words to calm her down and I did mean it when I said I would die for her because I was ready to lay down my life. What I feared was the fact that the bastard who was coming after her was of royal blood, which meant he had a lot of experience, skills, and an army. If Aurora would easily overpower my whole pack by just standing her ground as an alpha queen, then the bastard was a way stronger threat to my people. He would wipe us out completely. That alone made me anxious. I needed to find a way to defeat the bastard or kill him."How about seeking advice from Felix and her family?" Axel asked seriously."What!" I exclaimed."You heard me. Seek advice from her." He answered in nearly a loud growl."You don't mean advice, you mean help, don't you?" I asked."I don't care w
Felix's p.o.v"What's up with you?" Jeannie asked seriously.I glared at her then walked past her angrily. She quickly rushed to where I was and grabbed my hand."Felix, I am talking to you!" She exclaimed loudly."What!" I spat when I turned and faced her."What the hell is wrong with you? Since yesterday you have been acting up. Are you fighting with Chase?" She asked as I glared at her."What the hell, does everything revolve around him?" I asked back seriously. "Not really, it doesn't. But you do show him care that you show no one." She answered as I sighed in defeat.She wasn't wrong with that, but that didn't mean he and I were all lovey-dovey. Since that talk we had at Ian's pack I thought everything would change between us but it didn't. I would feed from him as usual then ask him to leave hoping he would put up a fight, but the asshole just smiled and excused himself. I was already fucking pissed and agitated by the damn situation. As if that bullshit wasn't enough, I had t
Amelia's p.o.vI glanced at Toni a few times while eating, then at Nana who was smiling at me. Ian was quietly eating and he looked very calm sitting next to Neo who was drinking whiskey without touching his food.The atmosphere in the room wasn't bad, but for some reason, it wasn't good either."Should I talk to them?" I asked Aurora silently."Don't bother." Ian answered through our mind link.I quickly looked at him with a frown.I still wasn't used to him hearing everything I was thinking about openly, that's why he easily found out about the alpha king."Why?. It feels awkward eating in silence." I said through our mind link.He looked at me then carefully put his fork beside his plate."Brother." He called softly then turned and looked at Neo who raised his head and looked back at him."Have you decided what we should do with your rejected mate Sherry?" He asked seriously as Neo's expression turned cold for a second before he looked at Toni with a pleading ex
Neo's p.o.vI stood staring at my mate again in silence. I didn't know what to say or how to act around her. She wasn't the first mate I had ever been blessed with by the moon goddess yet it all felt new.I was upset with Ian a few minutes ago because of how he wanted to make her uncomfortable. If I was to stay and entertain his crap he would have targeted her even more. But then he was who I ought to thank, because of him I couldn't just let my mate see me as some guy who couldn't defend or try to comfort her."I'm so sorry," I said softly then cleared my throat and sat down on the table grabbing my fork."Ian may be cold at times and very rude, but that doesn't mean he is a bad person." I said without looking at her.I was about to eat when I heard her sniff.She was in tears even before I had walked back into the room, I could smell it yet I had to pretend that I knew nothing.I was happy to have a second chance mate, to be honest. But as joyous as I was, I was very afraid of givin
Amelia's p.o.v"Are you okay?'" Nana asked as we walked in the pack corridor."Yes, I'm just a little nervous." I answered honestly.I woke up to an empty bed and ate breakfast without Ian. I didn't want to ask where he was or go around searching for him, because he was a busy man. As the alpha of the pack, he was obviously taking care of important things, that's why I decided to take a bath, dress, and visit Toni. But Nana showed up once I was done dressing up and then asked me to join her outside the pack. When I asked if something was going on, she told me it was Ian's orders.I didn't know why he would ask for me and that only made me feel even more nervous the closer we moved to the entrance."You don't have to be, Ian is your mate. I'm sure he just misses you." She answered softly when we came out of the pack house."Aurora what do you think?" I asked silently."Trust him." She answered then kept quiet.We went to the training field where loud noises were coming from. Immediatel
Ian's p.o.v"How are you holding up?" Neo asked in my office.I put the file I was going through on the table and looked at him."I'm alright brother, I'm more concerned about you." I answered honestly."Why me?" He asked."Because I have decided to kill your ex-mate's wolf." I answered.He moved and pulled out a chair which was opposite me then sat down."It's better than brutally killing her. I won't lie, I didn't expect you to show mercy on her, you really have changed Ian." He said then smirked."Women do play a major role in one's life." He muttered as I rolled my eyes."Quit being funny." I pointed out then relaxed in my seat."We will make sure the pack members adjust and adapt to the new rules, so don't worry and leave everything to us." He answered.I brushed my fingers through my hair then sat upright."I hope it turns out well, you know." I whispered."It will, but... was it a good idea to keep everyone in the dark?" He asked."You mean I should have told them about the Alp
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
Diaz's POVWe sat in the living room as if we were animals in a zoo. They were all looking at us like we were crazy.Some decided to sit, while others chose to stand.We told our true story, yet they still had their doubts. Was it because we weren't telling them everything?"I don't like this," Mariana mind-linked me."Same, sister, but just hang in there. Our first plan was successful, and as we predicted, they had an ancient witch who could read minds, so we are safe," I mind-linked her back."Brother, is this truly worth the trouble?" she asked, still using our mind-link.I coldly glanced at her and then smiled. She quickly shifted her gaze from me and smiled back."I still feel like they are hiding something," Ian said loudly, getting everyone's attention.He was standing behind Amelia, who sat on the couch looking at us seriously.We knew Ian through stories we had heard, and when we finally met him, we recognized him just by the way he was overprotective towards our cousin. He a