Caren’s POV “Her mate, I need her mate.” I called out while placing Summer on the ground. Two men crawl towards her, touching her when they get nearby. I never knew Summer had two mates. Then again, I only met Summer a few hours ago and have been trying to save her life since then. Placing my hands over the wound on her chest, I sensed a change immediately. I can feel that she is stronger. But her wolf must still be fighting my magic. That’s when Steff’s words again make sense to me. ‘humans are easier to fix’. “Okay, I need to keep her stable until the eclipse. I can do that.” I said to myself. “Who are you? What are you doing to our mom?” a young man’s voice asked me. I don’t look up, I need to concentrate on Summer. But I guess he is Eden’s brother. “Caren, I’m Caren.” I responded, finally allowing myself to glance at him. There are two of them, twins. Eden must be a triplet. He looks confused by my answer. I am not surprised. “Lottie’s sister.” He smiles. “An eleme
Ara’s POV “You look awful.” “Thanks John. That’s just what I needed to hear!” “I don’t mean like that, Ara. You know it. You look like you have the weight of the world on your shoulders.” “Brandon found the chef’s murdered body in one of the palace fridges.” I still can’t believe someone murdered him. “I had to tell him it was a joke the chef was playing on the Kings.” I shook my head, worrying about what his small really thought. “Then when I took him to kindergarten. The teacher told me they were taking him to the hospital because of the eclipse. I know there’s nothing to worry about with the Wolf Council being here. But I can’t help feeling on edge. I work so hard to give him everything. But this morning, it feels like everything is out of control.” “You know, Ara, if you chose a mate. You wouldn’t have to work so hard.” I stared at my colleague. “Not me. Hell no. Not a chance. Got one woman in my life. She is enough.” “John, I have one man in my life. He
Ara’s POV John must have brought every arrow we had. As I rode to the palace, they kept bouncing out of the sacks, holding them. I had to keep stopping and picking them up. As I mounted Suki once again, I looked up at the sky. The eclipse is well under way, with around a third of the sun disappearing behind the moon. When I got to the palace, I couldn’t believe my eyes. There must be around 600 men fighting in front of me, then there were the dead. There must have been a few hundred of them. What the goddess is going on? I took a quick look around. The invaders outnumbered the Royal Guard. For every member of the royal guard, there must be at least 4 people trying to kill them. I rode nearly 15 feet away from the edge of the field. I didn’t want Suki getting spooked, nor did I want to become a target. I could see hawks flying overhead before attacking whoever the Royal Guard’s were fighting. They are following the commands of a girl, a girl the princes are protec
Rayne’s POV “What the hell?” I exclaimed upon seeing an army of men in my line of sight. “Oh, we invited some new rogue allies to the party.” Mike stated gleefully. I didn’t even need to look at him to know he was smiling. Then I looked at him. His grin was ear to ear. I had a feeling they were up to something, and I was right. I am so glad I told Nathan and Dawson of my suspicions. “ATTACK.” Mike calls out. Men yelled in response to his command. Everything I feared was happening right now. I am so glad my paranoia encouraged me to arm my men. He charged towards me. I knew I would be his target. I’d hoped I was going to be his target. We fought and fought. Every day for decades, I had trained, the stamina I had built up, I could fight like this all day. I am a leader that leads by example. A screech from the sky drew my attention, and he smacked me right on the jaw. It made me stumble. “Ha,” he yelled. “The General of the Royal Guard is going to be taken down by the head of
Christina’s POV We left the Mountain Creek Pack a day ago. The journey so far has been amazing. Quinn loved the freedom she had and that she got to run with a purpose. Jen and the others have been following her. Then, when she shifts, I train the hawks. We have really bonded during our time together. We also sleep in wolf form for safety. I keep trying to name the hawks, but there are so many of them and they all look so similar, it’s just impossible. Jen is the only one that stands out amongst them. She’s so protective of me she won’t even let the others come near. The bag we are carrying doesn’t contain much. A dress, a pair of pumps, a hairbrush, my falconry glove, a small amount of money and the picture of Nix’s mom. Our training session went well today. The hawks are following my instructions and directions. I felt a great sense of achievement. That night I slept in my human form. I looked up at the stars and asked myself, “What does it all mean? Is there something m
Christina’s POV I continue on my journey to the palace. “We will be there in a few hours,” Quinn reminds me. She also reminds me she will be asleep for a few hours while the eclipse takes place. This will be the first time she will have left me since she arrived. I am nervous about it, actually. Out here alone, anything could happen. Then I hear multiple screeches from above me and my nerves disappear. I will not be alone. Quinn runs as far as she can before she shifts. At least the palace is within sight. There are no guards around, though. The palace ought to have had better protection. Quinn becomes restless and antsy. I have never known her to be like this. “Are you okay?” I asked her. “Yes, I just have this feeling that things are not as they should be.” “They are probably nearer the palace for everyone’s safety. Don’t be nervous, Quinn. It was our first time without each other. I will be here when you wake up.” I also reminded her I am not a bad fighter and that I
Florence’s POV I know my boys have never liked the Wolf Council. But to outright to accuse them of kidnapping Summer and Eden. Of murdering poor Adam and attempting to overthrow the kingdom. I can’t believe what I am hearing. They are right in one respect. The goddess is to be protected at all costs. Regardless of what is going on. I made my way back to my room. Nathan, Dawson, and Rayne are all too busy with what’s going on. I may not be the Luna Queen any longer. But I still have this kingdom’s best interests at heart. I know many others who are from my generation that would feel the same way. I made several phone calls. All of whom were my friends and acquaintances. The ones everyone forgets about. We were once the defenders of this magnificent land. Now, when it needs to be defended, I doubt anyone of them would back down. The room was full. I briefly explained the situation about the goddess arriving and that there may be a threat to her life, which was why the Wolf Coun
Rayne’s POV “Uncle Rayne, the Council Member’s. They made it to the palace. We made sure she got here safely.” Max says to me, gesturing to the girl controlling the hawks. “Okay, boys, stay with Nix and Lottie. Keep safe. Get to Caren. I will take care of them.” I yelled at my nephews while grabbing a long dagger from the ground. They will be safest with them. I know that for a fact. I had to stop multiple times on my way to the palace doors. Sometimes, I had to act to prevent my men from being killed. Sometimes, I had to fight for my life against men attacking me. I sprinted inside as soon as I made it to the palace doors. I know I have lost time. I just hope I am not too late. Even though I suspected the Wolf Council of being up to something. I never expected them to get as far as the palace. I really didn’t. It was foolish of me not to protect the palace. To protect the attic. I had focused too much on what was in front of me. ‘What an idiot.’ I scolded myself. I rushed
Charlie’s POV “What are we going to do, Jacob? How did we end up losing track of so much time? Darcey is going to kill me.” “Don’t worry too much. Darcey will be at home, tucked up in bed. She won’t even notice you were gone.” Is he serious? Darcey will know. We’re trying for a baby, and she is demanding sex every night. Not just a quick session either! The past week she has been hornier than ever, and I have been running on fumes. She will know I’m not there. I knew it was a mistake. Letting our wolves go for a run before the blue moon. But Jacob insisted. He convinced me I had been stressed lately. That I needed to let off some steam. Now I was going to be in a bucket full of crap. Thanks Jacob, I think to myself. Our wolves took over, blocking us out. They only let us have our bodies back because they became dormant. Now here we are standing here bollock naked in the middle of nowhere, miles from home. “It’s going to take ages to get back.” “It’s going to take you ages.
Stephanie’s POV “Steff. How are you feeling?” A voice asked me. “Horrible. My head hurts so much.” Am I speaking to someone in my mind? Whoever it is laughing at me. Did I actually die? I can’t have died. I would be back in the wolf realm. From the smells in this place, I am definitely not there. In fact, one smell is so very good, like delicious. I can’t put my finger on it, but it is mouth watering. “That’s our mate.” The voice says again. “I don’t have a mate. I don’t have a wolf.” “You do now. Selene sent me to you.” I slowly figured out that’s who I was talking to me. “There’s so much you need to know, Steff. Or is it Annie or Stephanie?” “No, no, no.” I’m so confused. “What I need to know is which wolf Selene sent me?” Whoever she is shakes herself and stands proud. She then pounds her feet. How do I know what she is doing? “Selene sent me to you. She said, I am to look after you. Ensure you get life-long happiness and joy. The love you deserve.” “Fine,
Hecate’s POV “An opportunity has risen. You’re the perfect choice for the role.” I tell the couple that have been living an isolated life. They both look at me. “Selene needs to give a wolf less soul, the powers of the blue moon goddess. Only someone who is willing can accept the powers. It would mean you would have to live in the wolf realm. With him forever.” I said, gesturing towards her mate. “I can live here with him forever.” She responds. “You can live there forever and oversee your children and grandchildren. You can be with their wolves for all eternity.” I now have the attention of them both. “Can I visit them?” She asks curiously. “Occasionally,” I tell her. I know Selene will restrict visits, especially after Steff burned through her last body so fast. “I also want to negotiate with Selene about you overseeing any hybrids. They need support and guidance. Given your experience in this field, I thought it would be fitting.” She looks at me, then at the wolf at her side.
Tripp’s POV “You are a goddam idiot. You just walked away from her. I thought you said you wouldn’t be rejecting her, no matter what?” I said snappily to Elliot. Still not quite believing he walked away from our mate. He walked away and shifted. “I won’t be rejecting her. It’s just a lot to take in. I needed to process everything she told me. She has lived so many lives, knows everything about us. Not to mention she is in our mate’s body. That’s just weird.” “You couldn’t have told her that?” I roared at him angrily. I have been Elliot’s wolf for a long time and that by far is the stupidest thing he has ever done. “Steff’s body was dying because of her frequent visits to earth, to save your family. Annie’s soul was gone, her body was dying. Why can’t she have a life? She has helped so many over the years and is a good friend to all of us wolves.” I said now, trying to reason with the fool. “Do you know her?” Elliot asked me. “Yes. She lives in the wolf realm most of the time with
Elliot’s POV After my graduation, Dad decided to stop at Blackwood farm on his way home to the palace. Dad wanted to visit his mom’s grave. During my studies, I visited Blackwood farm many times. It was so quiet and away from the busyness of the school. It was a great place to study and Tripp, my wolf, loved being surrounded by nature. Dad visited whenever he came to see me. But he always got upset. This will be the last time he will visit Blackwood Farm for quite a while. I expect him to be worse today. I drove back in the early hours of the morning. I know Elizabeth and I have agreed I will start on Monday. But I am so excited. She is looking forward to some time off. My great aunt Elizabeth has been a great mentor since I started my training. I know my grandma has been as well, but she doesn’t practice anymore. Even though I am a few days early, she hands me my white coat. It feels so official putting it on. I can’t stop smiling as she gives me the tour o
Stephanie’s POV “Come on Stephanie. We’re going to be late.” Charlie calls out to me. I know he wants to get to work early today. But, of course, on the day I am supposed to be ready early. Everything goes wrong and I am running late. Darcey gave Charlie a chance. I am thrilled she did. Knowing what he overcame puts my heart at rest that they will take care of each other forever. Since then, Charlie has become a valued member of the kingdom. Proving to Darcey and everyone else that he is a worthy mate for her. She made him work for it, though. Part of the agreement between them was that he didn’t join the royal guard. He agreed not only because Darcey asked him not to, but because he knew Addie and Avery would make his life hell. They still hold a grudge because of his actions and the emotional suffering they caused her. Instead, Charlie got a job teaching the kids in the kingdom’s school. He also organizes regular camping trips for older children and aids with a program to
Steff’s POV I look at both of Annie’s parents. They look lost. “Will you keep her name?” “I would prefer to keep my own name.” Her mom looked like she was about to cry again. “How about a compromise? Combine the two. How does Stephanie sound?” She nods her head, composing herself. “Why is Hecate coming?” Annie’s father asks. “Annie’s body will need to be strengthened to house my soul. It won’t hurt Annie. I assure you.” Her father’s body seemed to sag with relief. “After the soul transfer. I will stay for a while. Let you say really say goodbye to her.” I don’t think they know what to say to that. But they will when the time comes. “No one is to know about this. It has never happened in the past.” I told them both. Just before Hecate appeared. Her appearance can be alarming if you’re not used to seeing her. Hecate has dark hair and dark eyes. For supernatural occasions, which this is, Hecate wears dark clothes and a spiked headpiece. She looks like an evi
Darcey’s POV When I woke up, all I wanted to do was find Charlie. The images in the lake still broke my heart. But what I needed more than anything was a drink. Elizabeth had been hydrating my body with some intravenous fluids, but my throat was as dry as a desert. Then people started fussing over me. “Take it easy was Caren’s advice.” Esme assured Caren I would. Then she promised to stay by my side until I made a full recovery. “Ayla, you had better make this a swift recovery.” I told her. Although I love my sister, spending a lot of time with her could be challenging. In fact, I am not sure we would be friends if we weren’t sisters. We are that different. But we are always there for one another. I know Charlie isn’t going anywhere. Nat visited me, telling me she had confined him and Jacob to a suite on the first floor. “You make it sound like he is a prisoner.” Esme says curiously to her. “He saved her life.” “I know,” Nat says sweetly. “When Darcey is feeling bet
Goddess Selene’s POV “You said we had more time.” Annie’s mom questions me. I want to remind her I am a goddess. But I really want Steff to have Annie’s body. “You do. I can now answer your questions.” I explained to Annie’s parents. Steff steps forward. “I am the blue moon goddess. I take care of the wolves in Selene’s realm during the blue moon and the eclipse. Your wolves know me well. The rest of the time, I am Selene’s companion. In my youth, my physical body hurt so badly it died. I now require a host body, a vessel to house my soul. Selene says you are considering letting me use your daughter’s body?” “Yes,” Annie’s father says proudly. “It would be an honor.” “I just want to know she will be cared for.” Her mom cried. “I have taken care of many bodies over my long life. Your daughter will be no different.” Her mom cries again but nods her head, implying her consent. “Steff, will you remain with them until Hecate arrives? I have business elsewh