...Wynter POV...I know they wanted answers, but at the same time, I wanted them as well. What they didn't realize was that I was just as clueless as to what happened, as they were. Alpha Kayden surprised me by standing up a moment later. Without saying anything, he crossed his desk, turning his back to us as he examined his bookcase. We were all too confused to say anything, so instead, we remained quiet, anticipating his response."A-HA! Here it is!" He shouts, as he grabs one of the books from the cabinet, bringing it back to his desk. Curious, Darius and I stand up, and walk over to his desk. We look down at him, as he continues to examine the book. "Years ago, I'd heard of a Luna that temporarily transferred her life force into her mate. The Luna had been wrongfully claimed by an Alpha from another pack. Her true mate battled the Alpha in hopes of removing the Alpha's claim on her. However, her true mate was an Omega, and not nearly strong enough to fight an Alpha in his prime
...Kenji POV...We had been in the meeting for a while now, and we were no farther along. Darius was in the middle of explaining his connection to the necklace when he broke down. I was there that day, so I know what he's going through, which is why I don't push him. He seemed to be struggling, but Wynter went to his aid immediately. Not even missing a beat. She helped to pick him up, but I was surprised by the sudden change in emotion. He went from being a broken man a few minutes ago to a nearly hostile one. It looked as though someone attempted to take Wynter away from him. He was holding her so close that I was afraid she might begin to turn blue from the lack of oxygen. I think at times; he forgets how strong he really is. While I know Wynter's strong, I don't know if she'd ever have the strength or willpower to go against Darius.I was just about to come between them when I saw Wynter pull herself away slightly. They were staring intently into each other's eyes. I figured they m
...Wynter POV...I remembered everything. What Kayden had me do actually worked. I was so surprised. I didn't expect it to work. But the way Kayden helped take me back, made it easier for my mind to concentrate and focus. I was able to clearly see that I was holding the necklace the entire time. I didn't even realize it at the time. But the necklace did play a role in everything. I don't even know if it's possible, but it sounds as though I somehow managed to transfer Darius' memories into my necklace when I had compelled him. I remember how nervous and afraid I was to do it the first time. That I instinctually held onto the necklace. I was so happy when I was able to remember that I opened my eyes up wide. "I was holding onto the necklace!" I yelled, smilling. Though, what I saw confused the hell out of me."Alpha Kayden? What are you doing?" I ask, stunned, after seeing Kayden bowing in front of me."Ya.. Kayden? What's going on?" Darius asks, seemingly just as confused."I apolo
"There's something you need to know." I say, making the tension in the room increase."Which is?" Kenji asks."Back to the match." I say, turning this entire conversation back on it's head. So much has happened in the few hours that we'd been in Kayden's office, that we almost forgot the main reason for the meeting."I don't know for certain, but I believe Alpha Xander is getting help from a demon.""WAIT... WHAT?" Darius shouts, clearly caught off-guard."When I disappeared, it was because the demon that made Alpha Xander disappear, took me as well. He didn't explain why, and Alpha Xander seemed pissed about it, but it seemed as though the demon was in control.""What made you think that?""Alpha Xander attempted to kill me, however, the demon commanded him to stop, as it said that it was interested in me. At one point Alpha Xander began swearing his head off, furious that I was there. However, the demon yelled for him to be quiet. Immediately Alpha Xander became mute, and it looked
When we reconvened the meeting a couple of hours later, I found myself unable to stop bouncing from the chair. To the point that Darius came over, and wrapped his arm around my waist, holding still. While he was acting calm, I knew he was just as happy as I was, if not more. I leaned into his embrace as he continued to hold me. I knew I had to calm down and pay attention. Everything that was to be discussed was extremely important. I could celebrate our engagement later."Is there any outstanding issues that we need to address before we reconvene where we left off?" Kayden asks us."Actually yes. The first thing we need to address is the Alpha challenge that took place earlier this afternoon." Kenji remarks."What about it?" I ask."Once an Alpha challenge has been finalized, the winner must go complete the Alpha Ceremony, connecting him to the pack." Kenji says."What happens if Darius doesn't?" I ask, just wanting to know."Then the pack wolves will become rogue. With no Alpha, the
...Darius POV...I found it rather hot when Wynter started barking out demands to everyone in the room. However, it wasn't necessary. Alpha ceremonies just aren't celebrated like many would think. With Wynter being a rogue, she had no way of knowing. There wasn't an alpha ceremony at Blood Moon pack, nor was there one anywhere she travelled. Alpha ceremonies took place once every twenty years or so in a pack. They weren't all that common. I knew some packs would celebrate it, but many stopped doing anything, as attendance dropped over the years. Not many were that interested in participating.I could see Wynter was hurt, so I went to her in hopes of comforting her. Though the moment the words were out of my mouth, I knew I'd messed up. I'd basically just said that because she was a rogue she wouldn't know about pack traditions. This may be partially true, however, there are many rogues that know about pack life, as they once lived in a pack. Pack life isn't secret, and most wolves kno
...Wynter POV...Before Darius had somehow figured out how to find me, I was lost in my mind. An overwhelming sensation washed over me, making me feel hopeless and lost. I started second-guessing myself to the point that I started questioning my role in my relationship with Darius. It was no secret that Darius was meant to be an Alpha. But for some reason, it was as though my brain only just registered what that meant for me.I was glad that Darius figured out a way to find me. He managed to calm me down and make me see that my thoughts had begun to plague my mind. I fell in love with Darius, even more when he told me that he would be willing to give everything up for me. Not that I would want him to, but the sentiment held a lot of power. It made me realize that I would never stand in the way of his destiny, which meant that I would be at his side the entire time. I just had to work on trusting him more. Being rogue meant that I wasn't used to trusting people. At any moment, someone
We woke up the next morning to the sound of birds chirping. A smile crept over my face as I remembered the events from last night. I turn around in Darius' embrace, placing gentle kisses along his body. I felt his arms pull me in tight along his body as he began to answer my kisses. "Good morning, beautiful." Darius says, making me smile."Good morning, Acushla." I reply, smiling."Acushla?""It means my heartbeat." I say, smiling."What language is that?" "Gaelic. I learned a bit from my travels. That was just one that stuck with me. I thought it was adorable. Plus, it's how I feel about you. Without you, my heart wouldn't beat. You mean the world to me."Darius spins us around, leaning over me as he kisses me."I think it's perfect, just like you."Darius continues to kiss his way along my body, making my head tilt back from pleasure. His lips find my core, making me melt in his hands. I so badly want to continue this, but I know we can't."Acushla, we need to stop."Darius sighs