Alex's P.O.V The birthday party was in full swing and the birthday boy, Jeremy's family, were already betting on who the boy was going to be mated to and how that prospect would affect their position in the pack hierarchy. So far there were three candidates and all three were very close to Jeremy one way or the other. But unaware of his parents and aunts betting games, the birthday boy was just out there, having the time of his life, blissfully unaware of the peer pressure that his innocent mate would be put under. "This kinda reminds me of you and Sarah," I told Cam as the three of us sat towards the outer edges of the room, enjoying our spiked drinks from afar. "And there are still people out there who try to find new ways to manipulate the mating bond." "Must I be reminded of that treacherous time as well?" Darcia commented with a sour expression. "To think that the two of you hid your relationship status so well, even your
Mirage's P.O.V I gasped as the sight unfolded in front of me. The entire rooftop had been decorated with fairy lights as well as candles and bouquets of red roses everywhere. And right at the centre of it all was a large table set for a bunch of people, with drinks and tons of food. But what really caught my attention was the gigantic cake right at the centre…not just any cake…a geode cake, with amethyst as the prime colour. And at the top of the cake were two purple candles with the numbers two and three side by side. "It's never too late to celebrate." Alex whispered in my ears, leading me towards the cake. My heart…dear god! Someone save me before my poor, poor heart exploded with joy! "H-how?" I whispered back, my voice hoarse; thick with emotions. "We planned it last minute, and the chef was more than happy to make an extra cake." Alex told me. "Although, he did warn us that the frosting might not have fully se
Mirage's P.O.V "Alex…" I whispered, feeling like I was almost out of breath. "Are you sure?" "I confirmed with Daisy and she has assured me that your vitals have been stable since you started wearing that bracelet and we trust you completely." He gave me as smile as he picked out the pin and set the box aside. "You can now be free of the bracelet." I looked at his wrist, where the same bracelet was blinking its green light. It would feel like a loss…if I took it off now…but wasn't this exactly what I had wanted ever since I came to my senses? To be able to be free? Swallowing my nervousness, I held out my hand and Alex took I carefully, slipping the pin into place right next to the blinking light. Nothing happened for a good second as I held my breath…and then the light turned red and a clicking noise was head before the bracelet parted down the middle, finally coming off of my hand. Alex took it carefully and placed
Alex's P.O.V "Alex!" Her moan echoed inside my mind, driving me wild with desire. But I held onto my sanity and pushed another slow inch inside her soft, damp flesh. Fuck! She was tight! And yet she squeezed my shaft in just the right manner as I pushed inside of her completely, burying myself to the hilt inside of her warm embrace. "Mirage!" I groaned out her name through gritted teeth, placing my forehead on her shoulders to collect myself as I saw stars. Fuck! This was just the beginning. I was barely inside of her…adjusting myself to the size of her womanhood. But if this is how it felt like to be just inside of her…then how was I going to survive the rest of it? I pulled back completely, almost to the tip, before pushing back inside her to the hilt. A groan escaped my lips as I wrapped my arms around her from behind, felt her entire body tremble. "Mirage?" Concern laced my voice as I stopped all movement. "Are
Mirage's P.O.V I woke up as the sunrays hit my eyes, causing me to squirm in my sleep. Instances from last night flashed in my mind and my eyes snapped open only for me to find that none of it had been a dream…but a very vivid reality. And now, I was practically lying on top of Alex, naked and vulnerable and incredibly sated and feeling like I belonged right here with him, forever. But it was already morning, and no matter how much I didn't want to, I had to get up and start my day and go to train with Freya, who was teaching me to gain more control over my powers. However cool that sounded, I was actually getting nowhere with my training, because the only time I had been able to use my powers had been to knock Freya out that one time and my powers hadn't resurfaced ever since. Even that stupid voice inside my head was gone. Sighing, I sat up in bed, the covers drawn to my chest as I watched Alex fast asleep beside me. He stirred when he felt me move, but
Julian's P.O.V Candice hadn't come to school today, and that was good. I didn't like how she was always clinging to me. I sighed as I started walking my way back to the packhouse. It was only a ten minute walk from school and I usually went in Candice's car. But today, I was glad that she didn't come to school and I get to walk alone. It has been a long time since I walked home alone…without having to listen to Candice's crazy stories. She kept telling everyone that I was her 'boyfriend' and all the other boys said they were jealous of me for having such a cute girlfriend. But I wasn't Candice's boyfriend…I really wasn't! How could I tell people that? And whenever I tried to…she would always start crying and screaming so loud that the teacher would have to scold her…or me. I didn't make her cry! Then why did I get scolded? She kept irritating me so much! She wasn't like Uncle Alex's mate, Mirage. She was so pretty and she was always nice to me. She also sc
**Author's Note: Trigger Warning: This chapter contains scenes of triggers. Contains scenes of rape and sexual abuse. Reader discretion is advised. The author also does not condone nor glorify any of the scenes listed. Proceed with caution.** Mirage's P.O.V The bed dipped on the other side, like someone just took a seat beside me. I stirred in my sleep momentarily, but thought nothing of it. Alex has often been sleeping next to me for the past few days; sneaking in at night even though he didn't need to sneak in. I had given him the security code to my room for this specific reason. The warmth he provided was welcoming and I didn't feel so alone if he was with me. And I didn't mind his touch either. He made me feel things I never thought I could feel… I felt more movement, as if Alex was trying to get comfortable. Sighing in my sleep, I waited for him to reach for me, to wrap his arms around me so I could cuddle next to him. His hands found my
Mirage's P.O.V I jolted up in bed, a scream tearing through my lips. "Mirage!" Alex grabbed onto my shoulders. "It's me. It was just a nightmare!" "NO! NO! NO! Don't touch me!" I pressed my hands to my ears and kept on screaming until my throat was scrubbed raw and my voice broke from the strain. "Don't touch me! Please! Don't!" "Alex…" I think I vaguely heard Freya's voice from the doorway. "The spell isn't working." "It's alright." He told her and I felt the bed become lighter. "I'll leave. Please…take care of her for me." "We'll do the best we can." Soft footsteps were heard followed by the sound of a door closing before the quietness returned to the room. I kept my eyes squeezed shut; my entire body trembling like a leaf. If it had all been a dream then why did it still hurt so badly? Why did it feel like my insides were being ripped apart?