Arabella's POV"Where am I?" I moaned, trying to stretch but it was like I was tied down to wherever I was. Using all my strength to push out the triplets only made it fucking worse."Anyone there?" I whimpered, like a pained little wolf but no one answered. Just the silence."Asher? Ava? Claire? Mary? Anyone?" I called over and over again. "Did I not make it?""You did my love," I heard a familiar voice behind me but I couldn't see him."Father?" I whispered into the air and I felt his scent envelope me. "Are you there, dad?""Yes, love. I'm always with you," he answered. "I've missed you." He said and one by one I felt the restraints being cut. "You can't succumb to death, my daughter," I heard his voice but when I turned around he wasn't there. "You have three children waiting to see their mother. It's not your time yet.""They're alive?" I sobbed, as I already thought I died in labor. "Yes, dear. And don't worry, I'll come visit you soon.""Visit me soon?" I mumbled then asked.
Jeremy's POV"What happened?" I growled, massaging my head. I looked around but I was surrounded by darkness. "Is this the afterlife? Or am I still in the mortal realm?" I questioned myself, now sitting on the stone bed on which I once laid."There's only one way to find out," I grumbled and placed my feet on the cold floor. Although I was a bit wobbly at first, I got the hang of it and headed to what I thought was the entrance. After using my fingers to examine, I figured I was in a tomb so I summoned all the strength I had to push the stone away. The brightness of daylight made me close my eyes and run back in. Shielding my eyes from the intense sunlight, I stumbled out of the tomb, my vision gradually adjusting to the bright surroundings. The air was crisp, and the warmth of the sun felt soothing on my skin after what seemed like an eternity in that dark enclosure.I stretched my arms overhead, relishing the freedom of movement. "Well, that was an unexpected awakening," I mumble
Alpha Asher's POVAfter deciding on a name, we decided to let Arabella rest for a few days before the celebration. Although she healed within twenty-four hours, I didn't want to face that again, seeing her pale and cold in my hands. I told her to stay on bed rest for a week.Now that she's healed and fine, it was time for the feast, and now I was walking down the stairs with my Luna, ready to announce the name of our heirs to the whole pack gathered outside.The moon hung high in the night sky, casting a silvery glow over the clearing where the pack had gathered. The air was filled with a mix of anticipation and joy, the scent of grilled meats and the crackling of a large bonfire enhancing the festive atmosphere.As Arabella and I descended the stairs, the pack members hushed in respectful silence. The flickering torches illuminated their faces, revealing a sea of expectant expressions. Mary, her sister, and the rest of the coven standing on the side, exchanged knowing glances, hintin
Alpha Asher's POV"Come out!" I ordered ready to attack but a lady emerged from the shadows, a basket of clothes in her arms."Alpha Asher," she greeted with a nod, her voice carrying a mix of respect and wariness. "I was just heading to the stream. Is everything alright?"I studied her carefully, the recent discovery of the gruesome scene still fresh in my mind. "Yeah, it's fine. You just startled me a bit," I answered and she just stared at the ground."Have you noticed anything unusual or weird happening around here lately?"Her brow furrowed slightly, a thoughtful expression on her face. "No, Alpha. Everything seemed normal to me. Why? Is something wrong?"I sighed my instincts on high alert. "It's nothing. Was just confirming."Her eyes widened in concern. "Is something coming, Alpha? Should we be worried?""No. But be cautious, but for now, continue with what you were doing," I advised, not wanting to incite panic. "As the royal family hasn't moved in yet, other packs might want
Alpha Asher's POVCould it be that Nova could have been taken too?Not wanting to take the risk, I decided to ask some of my men back in the pack to investigate. I gathered a few of my trusted men and instructed them to discreetly investigate Nova's whereabouts. The urgency in Luna Jules' voice and the mysterious deaths at the border were starting to weave a web of suspicion.As my men dispersed to carry out their mission, I made my way to the designated meeting point. "Alpha Asher, although we couldn't locate anything about our Luna's father, we found something else…" They started and directed me to the border of Arabella's pack where numerous animals lay, bitten, and eaten."What is this? I was here a while ago and it was all normal! When did you find all of this?""A few hours ago, Alpha. We had to clear everything so the people won't go into a frenzy." the leader responded and I walked to each animal, examining them one by one."This is becoming worse than I imagined. So what di
Alpha Nick's POV "Found you!" I laughed, cornering her to the side."Please don't hurt me," she whimpered, her eyes swollen from crying too much."Tsk tsk tsk," I sounded, moving closer to her until there was little space left. "Don't cry," I whispered, wiping her tears away. "I won't hurt you.'"But you…" she stammered but I used my index finger to shut her up. "That was a mistake. I won't do that anymore," I said to her then carried her, after noticing the blood trickling from her feet. "Let's go wash you up," I mumbled and I noticed she stopped crying, instead, confusion was etched all over her face. I gently placed Nova on a nearby fallen tree, carefully examining her wounded foot. The cut wasn't deep, but it needed attention. She winced as I poured water over it, cleansing away the dirt and grime."I won't hurt you, Nova," I reassured her, my tone softening. "I need your help, and you need mine right now."She looked at me with a mixture of fear and curiosity. "Help? What do y
Arabella's POV"What are you planning?" My wolf asked, seeing me lock the door on myself while the children slept."Finding a way to communicate with my father! All this suspense is killing me. How can you handle it?" I retorted and she became mute. "I don't think this is a good idea, Arabella," my wolf warned but I wasn't going to listen. Making sure everything was going according to plan, I went to the tub, submerging myself, trying to recreate the time I almost drowned. Maybe he'd show up…The water embraced me, chilling my skin as I submerged into the depths of the tub. My wolf's voice echoed in my mind, a cautionary whisper amidst the splashing water."I don't think this is a good idea, Arabella," she warned again, her concern palpable. Yet, the desire to bridge the gap with my father propelled me forward."You worry too much," I muttered to my wolf, closing my eyes and focusing on the memory of that fateful day by the lake. The water's embrace tightened, and I hoped the connect
Nova's POV"It has been days since I left that man. He can't come," I chuckled, sipping wine inside with my friend."I still feel you should tell your parents. What if he shows up out of the blue? What will you do then?" She asked, concern etched on her face. I rolled my eyes dismissively."He won't," I replied confidently, swirling the deep red liquid in my glass.As if the universe had a twisted sense of timing, a soft knock interrupted our conversation. Startled, I turned my head towards the door, and a maid entered the room."Miss Nova, the Alpha, and Luna require your presence in the meeting room," she announced with a respectful nod.I exchanged a quick glance with my friend, the unspoken words lingering in the air. Reluctantly, I nodded, placing the wine glass on the table. Standing up, I smoothed the wrinkles from my dress, suddenly feeling a surge of nervous energy.Upon arriving at the meeting room, I hesitated at the entrance. There, seated at the imposing head of the table
Arabella's POVAfter feeding and tending to the triplets, we carefully escorted them to a secure safehouse in the basement of the attic. Ava insisted on staying with them, her protective instincts kicking in as she cradled our precious babies in her arms. With tears in my eyes, I kissed each of their foreheads, silently promising to return to them unharmed.As we left the safety of our makeshift sanctuary, the weight of impending conflict hung heavy in the air. The moon cast an eerie glow upon the forest, illuminating our path as we marched toward our destiny.The night whispered with the rustle of leaves, a symphony of anticipation and fear. We moved with purpose, each step a silent vow to protect our loved ones and rid the world of the darkness that threatened to consume us.Arriving at the rendezvous point, our allies stood ready, their eyes ablaze with determination. Jeremy, clad in the mantle of leadership, exuded a quiet confidence as he addressed the assembled group."We strike
Arabella's POVMy heart raced as the echoes of the ritual still lingered in my mind. The bond may have been severed, but either it didn't work or its remnants were imprinted on my senses. I turned to Asher, urgency etched across my face."We need to find Jeremy. He's in danger," I uttered, the gravity of the situation piercing through the newfound calmness.Without hesitation, my father led the way, his steps purposeful as we ventured back to the house but I stopped them. "I think he's in this direction," I shouted and they stopped."Noah, take them home. I'll go find my brother." My father suggested but I shook my head. Without me, they might never find him and I'll be restless. I had to go with them. We just had to be extra careful.The air seemed charged with an unspoken tension, and my instincts guided me toward Jeremy's location.As we moved deeper into the forest, a sense of foreboding enveloped us. The ominous rustling of leaves and distant echoes of a struggle sent shivers do
Arabella's POVIn the quiet of the nursery, surrounded by the soft breaths of the sleeping triplets, I grappled with the enormity of the revelations.I traced the patterns on the floor, lost in thought when Mary and her sisters materialized in the room. “Asher called me," Mary said, her eyes locking onto mine. "Your father explained the situation between you and the other Jere brother. “Is there a way to unlink us from each other? I don't want to be linked to him. And my blood, isn't there a way to remove that too?” I asked with hopeful eyes.“They asked me this and I will tell you the same thing I told them. Breaking a bond like yours is no easy feat. Only the witch who binds can unbind but she doesn't seem to be alive and with the help of my sisters and the rest of the coven, we'd try our best. I believe we can find a way.”Relief washed over me at the prospect of a solution. "Please, Mary, find a way”One of the sisters nodded, her expression serious. "First, we need to delve int
Arabella's POVI rushed to find Asher, my mind swirling with unanswered questions. As I entered the meeting room, Asher's concerned eyes met mine, and I knew he sensed that something was wrong."Dad needs us. There's something going on," I said, trying to convey the gravity of the situation.Asher nodded, immediately following me to my father's room. The atmosphere was tense as we entered, my father and Jeremy exchanging uneasy glances. My father gestured for us to sit, and as we did, he began to explain."As you already know, Jeremy and I are the Jere twins," he began, looking at his brother and then at me. "We've been around for more than three hundred years before I finally met your mom then had you. Before that time, the two of us used to rule, until there was a fight and he became a rogue. I couldn't bear to kill my own twin but I had to find a way and it came with its own consequences. With everyone's help, we were able to find the witch queen who explained that you were coming,
Arabella's POVAs I met Jeremy's gaze, a chill ran down my spine. The shared look of terror confirmed that what I had experienced wasn't merely a product of exhaustion. There was something more, something ominous lurking in the shadows."Jeremy," I whispered, my voice shaky. "What does it mean? Why would we both dream something so vivid and unsettling?"His eyes darted nervously, and for a moment, I wondered if he held a piece of the puzzle he wasn't ready to share. "Why did we have the same dream?" I asked and this time he opened his mouth to speak."We're connected. As for the dream, I don't know…"A surge of anxiety tightened my chest. "But what if it's a warning? What if something terrible is about to happen to Dad or you?"Jeremy hesitated, his jaw clenched. "We have to be careful. I think you should call your witch friend," he said, then turned around, an air of mystery following him as he left. "Don't bother him now, Ara," Asher sang in my ear as he saw that I was looking at t
Arabella's POVJeremiah's eyes held a mixture of sadness and regret as he regarded me. "Arabella, my dear, I've been trapped in this place for many years. Breaking the barrier at the door was only the first step. But now, we need the map that brought you here."I nodded, determined to free my father from this mysterious confinement. I retrieved the aged map from my Jeremy and handed it to him. As he studied it, a solemn expression crossed his face."This map is more than just a guide," he murmured. "It holds the key to the enchantment that keeps me here. We must decipher it together."I leaned closer, my eyes fixed on the intricate details of the map. "Tell me what to do, Father. I'll do whatever it takes to free you."He muttered a few incantations, his fingers tracing the lines on the map. Suddenly, the room seemed to shift, as if responding to whatever he was saying. A low hum filled the air, and the barrier that surrounded my father's room weakened."Arabella, my strength is fadin
Asher's POVJeremy led me to a secluded corner of the house, away from prying eyes and curious ears. The air was heavy with tension, and I fixed him with a glare that could pierce steel."Explain yourself," I demanded, my voice low and threatening. "What happened with Arabella? And why the hell is my sister claiming some... connection with you?"Jeremy ran a hand through his wet hair, raindrops falling onto the floor like a steady beat. "Look, Asher, I didn't plan for any of this. I found Arabella outside, unconscious. I have no idea why she was there or what caused her to faint. And as for your sister, Ava, I can't explain that either. It's not something I control."I scoffed, unconvinced. "You expect me to believe that? We've been through enough without adding mysterious mates and fainting episodes to the mix. I need answers."He sighed, a weariness in his eyes. "I know it's hard to believe, but I'm not your enemy here. As for Ava, the connection she feels is real, even if it defies
Asher's POVAll of a sudden it began to rain heavily and we decided to go back inside.As I approached the entrance to our home, I noticed the lights were turned on. Thinking it was Jeremy, I ran in.Entering the living room, my eyes widened in disbelief at the scene before me. Jeremy stood there, his soaked figure revealing that he was in the storm outside. Yet, it wasn't the rain that held my attention, it was the limp form of Arabella he cradled in his arms."What the hell happened?" My voice came out, filled with shock and anger. I glanced between Arabella's unconscious form and Jeremy's stoic expression."She fainted," Jeremy explained calmly, his eyes meeting mine. "I found her like this outside. I didn't see you, so I brought her in."I could feel the heat rising within me. "Fainted? Why was she outside in the first place?""I don't know. She was just standing there, and then she collapsed. I did what I could to get her here quickly." "Call for the nurse. Now." My command cut
Arabella's POV"I don't know, Asher," I replied, my anxiety growing. "But I have a bad feeling about this. He just disappeared."Asher nodded, a stern expression on his face. "You stay here with the triplets. I'll gather some men, and we'll search the pack house and the surrounding area. We can't let him slip away when we are this close to finding what's going on."I watched as Asher hurriedly stood up, wore his clothes then left the room. Alone with the triplets, I couldn't shake the uneasy feeling that had settled in the pit of my stomach.The minutes felt like hours as I waited, listening to the distant sounds of footsteps and hushed voices. When Asher returned, his face wore a mix of frustration and concern. "We couldn't find him anywhere. It's like he vanished into thin air."I clenched my fists, frustration bubbling within me. "This is not good, Asher."Asher's gaze hardened. "We'll keep searching. But you need to stay here, Arabella. It's not safe for you to be wandering around