Alpha Mars' POV ‘Asher, let’s skip dinner and go for a run.’ I need a run to release the built up anger I am feeling towards this whole situation with Hazel and the fucking contract.I mind-link Hunter and tell him to lead the dinner with the new members and I’ll meet them another time. I just needed a run.Hunter sighs through the mind-link. ‘Alright, but Gregory is bringing his new mate, Benji. I thought you wanted to talk to her about her research?’‘Fuck, that’s right. Let’s do this, push back dinner one hour so I can get a run in. I need to let out some frustration because of fucking Hazel.’ I ran to the front of the packhouse.‘Damn, what did she do?’ Hunter asks.‘The bitch tried to whore herself at me! We went back to her suite to chat, then next thing I know, she’s fucking half naked rubbing herself all over me. I feel so disgusted by that woman’s behavior. She’s supposed to be the next Queen Luna? But, enough of that. I’ll see you guys shortly.’ I cut the mind-link and shif
Benji’s POV“This is it. I can do this! I know Science. I know Medicine. I can do this!”A hard knock on the bathroom door startles me from my mantra. “Benny Baby? Are you planning on coming out any time soon? Babe?” Gregory’s voices muffle through the door. The sound of my mate’s new nickname for me fills me with such giddiness.With a few deep breaths, I unlock the door and walk into his guest room. “Sorry, I was still getting ready.”Gregory looks at me up and down with lust-filled eyes. I can’t help but blush. Because I spend all my time in the University lab or at the hospital, I’m usually in nurses’ scrubs. But today, I decided to dress in business rocker attire for the Blue Eclipse Pack private dinner for new mates, so I could make a good impression. Dark blue suede skinny jeans, a white fitted t-shirt and a blue casual blazer along with my favorite 70s leopard heels that Ciara found at an online thrift store. I even took the time to straighten my pink and blonde shoulder-length
“As Gregory may have told you, I have been doing my thesis research project on the effects of Wolfbane on warriors and trying to find a way to combat the effects. Whether it being an antidote or a vaccine.”“Don’t we already have an antidote for Wolfbane.” Hunter asks.“Unfortunately, no, Doctors are using a form of saline and other chemicals to flush the warriors’ system, which can take several days to weeks to remove any traces of wolfbane, even with our rapid healing. An Antidote is a medicine that counteracts the poisons.” I pull out a blue and purplish bell like flower out of a small container. “Do you know what this is?” I ask.“Why did you bring THAT into the presence of the future king and my family!?” Theo asks as he slowly rises to his feet to stand in front of his wife and son. His eyes change; his wolf right on the surface to protect his family. Everyone but Alpha Mars have scowls on their faces like I have just committed one of the seven deadly sins! Their low growls frig
Ciara’s POV“Good afternoon, baseball fans! It’s a great day here in the eastside ballpark for our two teams who are fighting for a chance for a spot in the championship! We are on game 3 of the series.”A male voice enters into my subconscious. What is that? My fuzzy brain can’t comprehend where I am.“As many of you know, first baseman, Jason Madaldy, just recently came off the injured list after six weeks of physical therapy for his shoulder.” What? Who?“That’s right Todd, he isn’t the only one we are welcoming back after a long break. Outfielder, Freddie Dickerson is back from his recent trade that apparently wasn’t a good fit.”Who the heck is Freddie? And what’s wrong with his dick? My mind is even more confused the more I listen to these unknown voices.I continue to listen to the male voices in my head. “Strike three! Chris Lowe is out! Jimmy “Thunder arm” Johnson is on a roll! His earned run average is probably one of the best we have seen in a long time. 2.25 ERA.”“I agree
Ciara’s POV I walk along the lake’s water edge in my bear form during the early morning daybreak, the day after I woke up at Maximo’s home. The sun peaking behind the tops of the surrounding forest trees and the cool summer mist on the lake still hangs just above the still waters. The mystic fairytale beauty of my surroundings matches my melancholy mind. My dark autumn fur contrasts to the greenery surrounding the soft, clear, reflexive colors of the lake’s crystal waters.‘Ember, Can I ask you something?’ I reach out to my wolf. She padded forward from the depths of my mind; with a single nod of her head, I know she is urging me to continue.‘Are the others, okay?’ I watch the sun continue its assent from behind the trees, waiting for her response.‘CJ, remember we feel what you feel. We can tell your heart is shattered.’ she says quietly. ‘But I will say this, they seem to have faded deep into the recesses of your mind at the mention of the Dark Alpha. They are scared. I think the
Alpha Mars' POVI watch the deranged bear as it disappears into the woods for a few more minutes before turning back to Gregory. “Nancy’s mate is going to pummel you one of these days. That crazy bastard will murder any man who looks at her funny.” Goosebumps run down my arms at the thought of Nancy’s mate. He’s a crazy motherfucker when it comes to Nancy. I grabbed the gym shorts I was carrying during my wolf run and slipped them on.“Dr. Nancy is going to get such a kick out of Benny’s research. Can’t wait for those two to meet.” Gregory picks up another rock and throws it.“Where is Benjamina anyways? She didn’t stay late after our talk about her research,” I picked up another small stone and skipped it across the lake.Gregory smiles like a lovesick puppy. “She had to go to the university administration office to work on her transfer to the university in our area then she was going to the lab. I won’t see her until tonight.” He spoke without looking at me. His eyes were fixed on
Ciara’s POV“What is your problem, woman!” Owen growled in my face. He had some nerve after he hid the fact that he had a girlfriend!“You! Are my bleeping problem!” I tried wiggling out of his hold but to no avail. He had my arms pinned under his muscular thighs while he gingerly sat on my abdomen. “The word you are looking for is fucking. You are my fucking problem. If you are going to be fowl, do it properly.” He chuckles. I can’t believe he is laughing at me! “Now, once you have calmed down from whatever PMS issue you are dealing with, I will grab you some water from over there so we can have a conversation on why you disappeared on me with no explanation that night.” He pointed in the direction of my shabby garage, where the mini fridge was tucked into a corner.“Well, isn’t it your lucky day!” I say snarky. “Auntie Flow didn’t come to visit! Just a pure pissed-off female because you lied to me! You…You… Two-timing, male-equivalent to a hussy!”He cocks his head to the side and
Alpha Mars POVThis she-wolf is going to be the death of me. One moment, she’s attacking me like a raging bull and the next her beautiful smokey gray eyes are making me want to bend her over and fuck her until she submits to me – mind, body and soul. Dare I say, even her heart. I should be focusing on breaking the marriage contract with Haze. Instead, I am here with Ciara, I don’t want to stay away from her anymore. I crave her. The idea of having to reject her in the end is stirring emotions I have never been able to understand. But… My plans of being the lone Alpha King and not needing a mate are becoming less appealing because of Ciara. She’s warming my heart.“Will you turn around for me?” I think I liquidized Ciara’s brain from all of my kisses, because she just nods sluggishly. I gently let her legs down before turning her to face the garage wall. “I am going to remove your shorts.” Thunder echoes around us, but I ignored its call. My mind is completely focused on the beautiful
Third Party POV – Five years Later“Daddy!” A four-year-old little girl with blonde wavey hair and striking smokey gray eyes wandered through the halls of the packhouse, paying no mind how loud she is. “DAAAAAADDDDDDDYYYYY!!!!” She yelled again.“What’s the matter, Isabella?” Beta Hunter strolled out of the packhouse kitchen munching on a bag of chips.“Uncle Hunter, Uncle Hunter” The little girl runs up and stands on her toes in front of him, hoping to make herself taller. “Where Daddy? They do it again!” She points her little finger in the direction she just came from. Her plump little cheeks red with annoyance.Beta Hunter couldn’t help but laugh and shake his head. This was a normal grievance from the little princess. “Oh, dear. Did you tell your mom?”Isabella crossed her arms with a huff, “No! I want daddy! Mommy say they playing, but nanny says they will break their necks! Wolves keep feet on the ground!” She rushed through in one big breath. She looks back down the hall and n
Ciara’s POV (several months later)That’s it! Its official… I think the moon goddess has changed her mind and decided to finish me off with an unknown disease. She has played a cruel trick on me. Giving me high hopes of the perfect wonderful life then snatching it away with a virus. I finally got my mate; I am Queen Luna, and I am surrounded by people who love and cherish me. Now I am hugging the porcelain throne of waste as if it is a lifeline from a sinking ship! Goodbye cruel world! Hello field of endless sleep…After my Luna Ceremony and the coronation of the new King and Queen, life at the Blue Eclipse pack turned into a pretty good routine. Alpha King Mars went back to his duties, and I took up the role of nontraditional, ass-kicking warrior Queen Luna.Owen and I had a big lavish wedding, to which all the pack leaders were invited. Our honeymoon was a cross-country ride on our motorcycles! Owen had my stuff and motorcycle shipped over to our pack as soon as my trial was over as
Chapter – Dear DiaryCiara’s POVDear Diary – Sorry I haven’t written in a while. My therapist and Owen had to remind me that writing will help my PTSD and help me cope with the memories of my time with the Dark Alpha. It’s been a crazy few months of learning to accept what I can’t change and to not blame myself for the past. I will admit the nightmares have gotten better since I started sleeping next to my goddess given mate. Being able to sleep has really helped the healing process, but when I do have a nightmare, Owen has to remind me I am no longer bound by the magical commands.Benji is getting better as well. She finally has some color back in her face and she no longer looks like a corpse. She is even able to take small walks with me around her garden, but it won’t be for a few more months til she’s able to go back in the medical lab doing what she loves. Each day she gets better and better, but I still sometimes find her sitting by the window with a far-off blank look on her fa
Alpha Mars’ POVI hug my mate then taste her sweet lips with a soft sinful kiss. Every hurdle, every roadblock, are destroyed and our path to forever is completely clear. I purr into her mouth, “Now you come home with me, and I get to touch your body until the break of day. I am going to kiss every inch of you, maybe even taste that beautiful pussy of yours, but no sex til you are 100% healed.” Without anyone noticing, I pull the blanket over her breasts so no one can see my hand, then flick and play with her nipple with my fingers.She moans then suddenly breaks away from my hold as if she just discovered something important, “Benji!”I look at her confused, “What?”“I want to go see Benji.” She looks at me with such pleading eyes that I groan. I rest my head on her shoulder. My cock throwing a tantrum over being so close to our mate and she throws a wrench into my sexually frustrated plans.“Seriously? You haven’t seen me in months, then you were unconscious for weeks, almost dying
Alpha Mars' POV We watched as the men and women of the elder council filed into their chamber. It wasn’t until the last robe disappeared behind the door that I finally felt like I could breathe. In a couple of strides, I was next to Ciara’s wheelchair kissing her sweet plump lips with everything my soul could give. The audience slowly filed out of the court room around us, but I wasn’t paying attention. My eyes were glued on my mate.“Fuck, I don’t think I could handle listening to your story much longer. I was ready to go to war with a fucker who is already dead.” I cupped her cheeks and stared into her smokey gray eyes. Her dark lashes fluttered her tears away as she smiled up at me. Goddess, I missed her smile.“What happens now?” Ciara says.“Well, they bring me their decision, and I fight it. But if they want to pursue it further, they can overrule my decision or go to the Magical Creature Council. But I don’t think it will come to that. I watched their reactions to your story.
Alpha Mars’ POVIs she out of her mind!?! She’s supposed to be resting and recovering from nearly dying! Not fucking being wheeled around by my warriors. And that pissed me off even more! The three warriors who were placed to guard her, brought her here to the courtroom and didn’t even bat a fucking eye on going against my command.I look over at Hunter who is smiling like a fucking idiot, secretly holding two thumbs up in approval at his mate, Freya. She smiled widely at him then blushed. Fucking, dammit!“What is your mate doing here? Shouldn’t she be resting? What if she gets sick again from the cold? What if something bad happens to her? This isn’t safe…” My mother fussed in my ear, but I waved her away. Those same thoughts were running through my mind, but what could I do? Ciara is a stubborn thing, but I loved her for it.“I hear you are trying to decide what my fate should be.” Ciara’s voice is calm and collected, just like a powerful Luna should be. “It’s considered rude to ta
Ciara’s POV Every inch of my body was stiff like a pole was shoved up my back. My muscles refused to work, my brain was foggy, and I am pretty sure my bladder was about to explode. A numb tingling feeling like when my foot falls asleep was crawling all over my skin. Basically, I was miserable. ‘Ember are we dead?’ I whined through our link. I started wiggling my toes and fingers slowly getting some sensation back. Every slight movement was a small blessing. I guess the moon goddess wasn’t going to make things easy by letting me magically rise from the dead like a phoenix… Nope she had to go the zombie route. Snort. ‘You aren’t dead, Frankenstein, just stiff… You need to keep moving your body. I’m working on healing you…’ Ember was a wonderful sight to see in my mind. I couldn’t help but wonder, ‘Ember, is it weird without our friends with you?’ She nodded, ‘yeah it’s a bit lonely without their presence, but at least we have the memories.’ I smiled at that…. ‘Now open your eyes, I
Alpha Mars' POV Ciara’s beautiful smokey gray eyes squinted up at me then fluttered in and out of focus. She tried to adjust her position on the bed, but she was stiff from laying still for weeks. She let out a soft groan but couldn’t get any words out. She tried to speak again, but her eyes widen in realization instead, clutching at her throat in panic. Shit that fucking tube in her mouth… She was struggling to breathe! I just got her back and now she’s going to die from fixation from a fucking life-support tube!“I’ll get someone to help!” Artemis ran out of the room while Freya stood motionless crying, and my sister Olivia just looked uncomfortable since she has never met Ciara before.I pulled my chair closer to Ciara, “Its ok, Baby… someone will be here soon to take that fucking thing out. Keep your eyes on me. That’s it, baby… Look at me… I got you!” I smiled at her still holding and kissing her fingertips as I continued to whisper sweetly to her. “I am not going anywhere. You a
Alpha Mars’ POVI stare at my mothers’ retreating back in complete confusion. “What the fuck just happened?” My mind couldn’t handle another fucking thing to worry about. Wasn’t only a few months ago, my mother was calling Ciara some no-name whore? Now she’s fussing over her blankets, checking over her, and warning me about the fucking council? Plus, she admitted to her mistakes in her own way?“Boss, I think we need to take heed of her words about those sneaky old bastards.” Hunter pulled out his phone from his back pocket, working over the screen with his finger. “There’s nothing on the pack calendar for a meeting, but that doesn’t mean they aren’t meeting in private. I need to get a hold of Elder Mayfield. She’s always been on your side and will know what’s going on. I’ll be back shortly.” Then he rushed out the door without another word.Theo patted my shoulder as he stood as well. “I better get back to my family. Antonia will bring more food later. No te preocupes, Ok? No worries