Gregory agreed with Adrain that they would alternate power like in the past, and Adrain was okay with it. He was loyal and did what needed to be done. They agreed that Gregory would go first, then after his tenure, he would hand over to a Stepanov, and they would continue to switch. If they had f
~Leo~ I had been waiting for everyone to leave Amelia and me alone. When they all left, I breathed with relief. She was in my arms, and I held her tight and kissed her neck. I could not express my emotions until this moment. Twice she had saved my life and asked for nothing in return. Twice she h
I was grateful that Sylvester had banned Alexie from challenging anyone; it meant we had time to solve the issue with Max's pack and secure the eastern region before the takeover succeeded. Amelia fell asleep in my arms on the couch, and I stayed awake to watch her. Avery was the first to come thr
It was exciting and made me reflect on my life and experience with silver. There was nothing noticeable about it. "The best way you can understand this ability or its origin is through your parents if they're still alive or a relative directly related to you," she said. I cursed under my breath bec
~Leo~ I looked at Vino, and he was very uncomfortable. It pleased me that he knew he could never have my friendship. He sat on the single chair in the room, and there was total silence between us. I noticed he was battling himself. I knew he had questions, but I wouldn't give him the go-ahead t
Max answered after several rings. "Max," I said. "Leo, how are you? How are Amelia and Avery?" he asked, and I knew he still cared about his ex-wife even though he hid it. "Fine. I need you to get ready. Once I return, we will be heading back to the east." I told him and heard him sigh. I did not
~Amelia~Telling Linda and Tamia that Leo and I were returning to the east was more challenging than I thought. Linda actually cried and told me she did not want me to leave. Left to her, we should move in, but Leo was head alpha of the east, so we had to return sometime. They did not know we were
He looked relaxed and refreshed, and he had a broad grin. "Welcome home," he said, and I smiled at him, and then he walked in. He stood in front of me with a smile, and I could see him contemplating something. I smiled back, a bit nervous about what he was about to say because, from the look in h