Summer POVEzra brushed his lips over mine. The tender kiss turned passionate and hungry fast. He parted my lips and sought out my tongue. He kept me at his house for a few days so I could recover my strength. I told him I felt better and he took it as his opportunity to pounce on me.“Ezra,” I said between kisses.He climbed on top of me and kept me down with the weight of his body. I wrapped my arms around his neck and kissed him back. It would be so easy to stay in the safety of his arms but I had been in this house for too long. I needed to check on Estelle and Dad.I needed to check on my friends as well. After losing Marley they must have been worried sick.“I have to go…” I moaned.He stopped kissing me and raised a brow. “Go where.”“I’m better now, babe.”“I don’t care. I’m never leaving your side again.”“Wh
Summer POV“On the bright side, you and Estelle are full-blood sisters,” Ezra said, stroking my hair.After Mom left Marcella still didn’t let me in the house. She insisted Dad needed to rest and he wasn’t feeling well enough to argue with her. That battle wasn’t over.I leaned on Ezra’s shoulder. “She always wanted to know who her Dad was, Ezra. He was right there the entire time. Mom saw how it affected her but she kept her mouth shut. Isn’t she evil? If that isn’t evil, then I don’t know what is.”Ezra stroked my hair.“I’m sorry Vixen,” he exhaled.“Not as sorry as me. Marcella won’t let me see Dad. Can you believe that?”“Hey, why don’t you relax? You’re still recovering from your attacks.”“Ezra, I’m fine.”The poisonous liquid Dimitri gave me did leave my thr
Summer POVEzra’s wolf prowled around, sniffing bushes and staring at trees. I sat with my legs folded in front of me while he eased his rage doing whatever it was he was doing. I think we ran out of Whispering Hollow grounds and ventured into one of Ezra’s tribe Packs.When Ezra conquered other Packs he liked to take the Packs closest to Whispering Hollow. The Broken Creek Pack had to be one of the furthest Packs. It smelled like a bunch of foreign wolves all over. They were wild tonight, but Ezra wasn’t worried.He stopped sniffing the bushes and came to butt his head against mine.We shifted back to human form at the same time. We rested under the stars nestled in each other’s arms.I sighed. “This was great.”He rubbed my shoulder. “Yeah, even though you cheated on the run here.”“What? No, I’m just faster than you!”He chuckled. “We need
Summer POV“Vampire wings would be amazing right now,” Estelle said, struggling to get to the upper-level window.“Why can’t I stand on your shoulders?” I grunted.“I’m lighter.”“Ugh, says who?”Ezra was in the car. He was the getaway driver. After I was kidnapped he wouldn’t let me travel at night even when I told him I would be with Estelle tonight. He thought I was a defenceless puppy out in the rain. He wouldn't take me seriously if he saw me now behind the house with my sister on my shoulders.He gave us thirty minutes to check on my Dad before he stepped in and ordered Marcella to let us. Frankly, that would be easier than this. He abandoned his meeting to be with me. He didn’t tell them what we were up to because Rachel would have alerted her Mother.I don’t want to overthink this but Marcella gave me no choice. Maybe she just wanted me out of the picture entirely. She made it clear she didn’t like me when I showed up here several months ago.I dropped Estelle and she landed w
Summer POV“As long as your Dad agrees with Marcella there’s nothing I can do,” Ezra said.“But you’re the Alpha!” Estelle cried.“And he’s a grown-ass man.” Ezra was right.Dad didn’t look sick anymore. He looked as commanding and present as ever but I knew deep down that it wasn’t my Dad who kicked me out of his house.“Forget it, Estelle, we’ll discuss this in the morning,” I said.She folded her arms and glanced at the house. “Sounds like you’re giving up.”I knew she wanted a Father, he was so close but yet so far.“I’m not, I promise but there’s nothing we can do now. He kicked us out.”She sighed. “Alright.”We drove Estelle to her motel Ezra and I drove in silence back to his mansion. I couldn’t wrap my head around what happened tonight. I thought my
Summer POV“Alpha!” Oliver called as he and Noah marched out of the house.“Where’s Sophia?” Ezra asked.“We dragged her down to the basement,” Noah replied.I grabbed Ezra’s arm. “I’m coming with you.”“Of course you are,” he grumbled.I had to make it clear because he always pushed me away when it came to these things!He gripped my hand as he barked orders. The beta army was on their way since the distress call was sounded. It came from the front gate, while Oliver and Noah fanned out to protect the weak spots on the property Ezra and I went to the gate.A limp wolf lay a few meters outside the property just beyond it stood a small with broad shoulders, stringy wet black hair, pants hanging loosely around his waist, no shirt and red glowing eyes.Ezra stopped and stared at his younger brother.“Brother,” Dimitri said.“Anything I can do for you?” Ezra asked.Dimitri growled, grinding his teeth. “Something small not a big deal at all.”“If it’s not a big deal then you won’t mind if
Summer POV The Alpha General arrived to inspect the damage done to the property. He brought Henrietta too. She just came up from the dungeon where she collected samples from Sophia’s cursed wolf. A group of betas was sent out to make sure Dimitri and his goons hadn’t attacked the locals.“How many casualties on our side?” Dad asked.“Three,” Ezra replied. “Dozens injured.”Since Noah was a High Beta he was entitled to a dignified farewell with the entire Pack present. That’s what most Packs did I didn’t think Ezra’s would be any different. I still couldn’t believe he was gone. He was the quieter one of Ezra’s betas but he was loyal, trustworthy and dedicated. Oliver wasn’t taking this well. He was out for blood. Wherever Hunter was I knew he was hurting too for more than just the pain I put him through tonight.It was finally daybreak but I couldn’t wait to fall asleep.“Rachel, you should go home. Your Mom must be worried sick.”Rachel tightened the fleece around herself and nodded.
Summer POVEzra wrapped his arms around my waist and glued me to his chest.“You have to talk to her.”“No, I’m not ready.”His grip tightened. “Is badass Summer afraid?”“Say what you want I’m leaving.”He barked out a laugh. “Where are you going? You live here.”Right because my Daddy kicked me out, I stopped struggling and leaned into him. He turned me around so I could look at him.“You need to talk to her. Hear her out.”I nodded. “Fine.”He pressed his lips on my forehead. “I love you. Go on.”“Where are you going?” I asked.“Uh… I’ll be around.”“You’re running away?” I folded my arms.“Alphas do not run away. I have boarders to patrol.”I gripped his hands and looked into his eyes. “I’m sorry about Noah. When’s his farewell?”“Tonight. The whole Pack’s going to be there. We’ll be vulnerable but I can’t deny him a dignified farewell.”“You know you can count on me.”“I know.”He leaned in and kissed me.“Go talk to your Mother.” He spanked my ass.“Ouch.”He flashed me a wolfis
Ezra POVI stuffed Summer’s dress in a garbage bag and cleaned up the mess in the bedroom. Blood was never a good sign. It was a warning of things to come. I was tired of this bitch and her threats but it was about time she showed her damn face. Her daughter Veronica penetrated our borders again during our Mating Ceremony.I didn’t tell Summer because I didn’t want her to worry. I know a part of her carries serious guilt for killing Jacob, but it was either him or her, and I was glad it was him and not her.While Summer was in the shower in the other room across the hall, I pulled out my phone and called Vik.“Any news?” I asked.“She’s around. The little bitch.” Saying Vik had family issues was an understatement.“Summer thinks your stepmother’s prowling around. She left us a gift.”“Fuck.”“When I find her, I’ll kill her.”“Listen, Ezra. I think there’s a reason Gardenia’s been buying her time.”“I’m listening.”“Okay, hear me out. I know that woman killed my Father and took everyth
Summer POVI woke to the sound of an axe hitting wood. It was still six in the morning what’s with all the noise? Yet the sun didn’t seep into the cabin. It was gloomy like the sky wanted to cry but it was holding it all in. Ezra wasn’t in the bed with me so I assumed the noise was him. I slipped into his shirt and put on my bunny slippers.I passed my wedding dress on the chair in the corner of the room. It was neatly laid on the chair. It was so beautiful I can’t believe I couldn’t wear it again.Ezra booked a cosy cabin near a river in the middle of nowhere. The next cabin was miles away so we weren’t totally alone out here. It was a romantic getaway. I didn’t think we’d have a honeymoon because we’ve lived together for so long.“Should you be chopping wood shirtless?” I called out from the front porch.He paused and straightened his spine— his back muscles“Shouldn’t you be resting?”I smiled. I closed the distance and kissed him. He grabbed my cheek and deepened our kiss.“I thou
Summer POV“So this is the girl who claims to be the future Luna,” Ellen said.How would I respond to that?“I…uh… well…”She eyed me from head to toe. I felt like I was under an X-ray machine. She adjusted her bag, raised her shoulders and continued to stare disapprovingly.I shook my head. “I’m Summer.”“I’m Ellen Turner. Ezra’s Aunt. His Mother was my sister. I’m also an esteemed member of the Pack Council. I take my job very seriously.”She reminded me of an old stuck-up school Principal. I offered Ellen a pressed smile.“I’m sure you do, Ellen.”How did she know I was here? I didn’t want to know.“The Mating Ceremony is a few days away,” she stated.I nodded. “I just have to pick up my dress. Ezra and I have everything organized. You don’t have to worry about anything.”Ellen placed a hand on her chest, threw her head back and laughed. I pressed my lips together. My wolf didn’t like her as much as I did but I forced Clover to be nice.“I have a lot to be worried about. Like the w
Summer POV“Hunter won’t let anyone into the room,” Oliver said.“I’m her sister! Her full-blood sister, not even half anymore. I want to see her.”“He’s in his wolf form, Summer and it’s damn terrifying.” Oliver rubbed the back of his head as he spoke.“Give him a minute, Summer. His girlfriend was attacked. If you were in that bed, no one would be allowed in this hospital.”I stared at Ezra. He could be so dramatic.“She got stabbed, Ezra,” I said.“Exactly, and Hunter’s worried, too. Come on, let’s get coffee. If he’s not out by the time we return, then we’ll figure things out.”“Can’t you make him come out?”He slipped an arm around my shoulder, and we began to walk.“I don’t have authority over Hunter anymore. He’s too powerful.”“Right… aren’t you worried about that?”Ezra sighed and punched a button for the elevator doors to open.“I’m more worried about my brother being hunted like an animal and killed for the Solaris Crown.”“That won’t happen. Remember, Hunter is really powe
Hunter POVShe tasted like cherry and vanilla. I dove my fingers into my hair, tugging as our lips connected. Estelle was a wildfire yet as delicate as ice. Never met a girl who could kid my ass and mend my heart all at once. I think I knew a while ago that I was screwed.“Ah Hunter,” she moaned.I growled into her lips. I lifted her thighs. Gosh, I loved her thighs and flipped her over so I was on top. I caressed her arms and lifted them over her head. I paused and stared into her eyes. I could do this my whole life. Which was scary I’d never thought about that before with any woman.“Hey, come on!”I chuckled. “Impatient much?”She bit her bottom lip. I rolled my hips forward, filling her up completely as gently as I could. She changed up my entire style. She might have been a badass out there in the real world. Estelle could kick anyone’s ass. Yet when she was with me the real Estelle came out. The shy, delicate and soft Estelle. She was soft in more ways than one. I scooped her in
Summer POV“Don’t worry he’ll be fine. I didn’t realize my own strength but I removed whatever dark spell was rooted in him.”Ezra and Hunter with Estelle arrived ten minutes ago. They hauled Dad upstairs to his room. Rachel and her family cleared out before Ezra arrived. Good, I didn’t want to deal with them ever again.Dad hadn’t woken up though he was breathing easily.I nodded and rubbed my eyes, itching to spill tears.“There’s something else though,” Hunter rubbed the back of his head.“What?” Estelle asked before I could.“I…uh… look I didn’t know it would happen!”“Spit it out Hunter,” Ezra growled. Ezra placed his hand on my shoulder and massaged it.“I couldn’t heal him without taking something from him apparently it’s how my powers work. So I took his rank. He’s not an Alpha anymore.”“Oh fuck, Hunter,” Ezra exhaled.“It was either that or let him die. I’m sorry girls.”“Whatever,” Estelle mumbled.I glared at her. “He can’t be the Alpha General anymore because he’s not an
Summer POV“You’ve had a problem with my wife since you met her, admit it,” Dad grumbled.“Yes, I admit it. I hate the fact you made me sleep in the basement when there was a perfectly good room upstairs without rats!”“We’ll talk about that later,” Dad said, shoving the front door open.“Oh, honey you’re back early,” Marcella said.“Were you doing something?” I accused.She rolled her eyes. “And you brought this one.”“Summer’s not staying long,” Dad said. I swear I saw sweat on his brow. It wasn’t hot in the house by any chance.“Of course, she still has to clean out her room. I want to convert the basement into an in-house gym!” She clapped her hands.I rolled my eyes dramatically and made sure it lasted long enough for her to see it.“Yes, Summer should get her things,” Dad said.He wasn’t sounding like himself again. I should have come with backup but I was here now and I couldn’t back out.“What did you do to him, Marcella? Aside from lie!”Marcella placed a hand on her chest an
Summer POV“You should go out there, you know,” I whispered into Ezra’s arm.He hissed my forehead. “I know.”“What’s stopping you?”He chuckled into my hair. “I like being in your warmth.”“I think they always had confidence you would defeat Dimitri,” I said.“I didn’t. You and Hunter did.”“Come on, I did not fight against him all night.”He ran a hand down my arm. “I wouldn’t have done it without you, Summer. There are no words to thank you.”“Don’t downplay your role in this Ezra. Come on, Alpha, you have a Pack that’s dying to hear from you.”The corner of his lips raised, and he smiled at the ground sheepishly. “I want to spend the night in my mate’s arms.”I closed the gap between us and kissed him. “You better hurry then.”Ezra changed into black pants and a white t-shirt. I slipped into my pyjamas and followed behind him. The Pack gathered in the front yard, all in their robes or pyjamas, most of them rattled by their peaceful Pack being attacked. I saw the anxiety on their f
Summer POVI made a small pit stop to our room and slipped into Ezra’s shirt. He scooped me into his arms the second he set foot on the property. His wolves came from all angles of the estate.“Hey, are you okay? Are you hurt?”“You’re the one bleeding, babe.”“I’m fine. What the hell? Why did you make me sound the retreat call? Everyone’s confused and pissed as hell. We’ve been fighting since the sun went down.”“I know, but hear me out—” He paused and stared over my shoulder. He shoved me behind me so hard I tripped and fell on the couch.“Hunter!” Ezra growled.“Whoa, I can explain!” Hunter shouted.Ezra tackled his brother, they landed on the coffee table, glass shattered everywhere.“No, guys stop it!”Estelle and Rachel were just as confused as I was. Oliver rushed in, just as badly beaten up as my mate.“Fuck, guys,” he groaned, attempting to yank Ezra off Hunter but he got an elbow to his nose for his troubles. “Fuck!”“Ezra, Hunter wore the Solaris Crown!” I screamed.The roo