Sabine“Sabine, where have you been?” Dad inquired as soon as I entered the pack house.“Out for a run,” I let out. “What are you doing here?” I quizzed once mom’s face appeared in my view. “We wanted to talk to you. Is there anywhere we could talk in private?” Dad uttered, looking around. I knew it wasn’t the Castle, but I was proud of how nice the pack house was coming out. Despite dad wanting to rebuild everything from wood, I went against his wish and used blocks and concrete. It was a slow process, but I wasn’t going to take any chances.The house I was building was similar to Kade’s previous pack house, except it was bigger and more spacious. In addition to the alpha and beta wing, I added a guest side, a children’s area, a bigger and improved kitchen for Ella and her helpers. Now that Alex was awake and getting better, she was supposed to come back and resume cooking activities.“Sure” I rolled my eyes, gesturing to him to follow me. “I didn’t know you were coming,” I blur
CordeliaI lit up the bunch of sage, moving from corner to corner. I wanted to get rid of the bad omens which seemed to be surrounding us.“Please, Mother, help me find the answers I need,” I said, making a quick cross.While I sat down on the floor, I took another deep breath. I could feel the pressure lifting from my chest, a sign that the Gods were here with me, guiding me every step to find the answers I was desperately looking for.After I untied the corners of the red silk handkerchief carefully, I placed the Tarot cards on the table, blessing them. A long time had passed since I looked for answers in them. It was baffling how I lived all my life in a wagon traveling around the world, using nature's signs for guidance, but now, while I was getting closer to my final breath, everything was changing. Sabine was the reason for that change and we all knew it.From the moment she was brought to us, everyone knew that we had one sole purpose: to protect her.I cut the cards with my
SabineI had been pacing back and forth for a while now, struggling to come up with a plan. Something that doesn’t lead me to accept the fake marriage with the king’s son. I wondered for a moment if he agreed with his father’s decision. If he had to give up on his fated mate to be with me. I massaged my temples, pushing away the headache that had been bothering me since Darius and Diana left. Once again, I was just an exchange, a method of survival, and nothing more.I let out a defeated sigh, realizing I had to choose a way, make a statement. I was a person who had feelings, not the meaning of serving a purpose.From where I was standing, there were only two ways. Either accept the marriage and be a Queen like Diana wanted me to be or find enough money to save the kingdom.I looked at the clear sky, realizing that I was just a small piece in a game bigger than me.“Sabine,” Ethan called as he entered the room. His appearance reminded me so much of Kade. I envisioned myself growing o
Shadow “Blake,” Father growled as soon as I entered the kitchen. He was sitting at the table, flipping through the morning newspaper. From the corner of my eyes I could see the omega hurrying to place father’s black coffee on his right side, before excusing herself. Smart.“What?” I said with a shrug, ignoring the fact I was completely naked. “I was outside, training.” I shrugged my shoulders indifferently as I reached for the chilled water bottle.“Do not disrespect me! I am still your father!” He snarled, hitting the table with his fist. I sighed, not in the mood to pick up a fight with him. I knew better than to provoke him. Ever since my brother rejected the pack, choosing a rogue life instead of his role as the Alpha, dad became unreasonable. I gulped down the water quickly, letting the coldness calm my raging emotions.“Don’t forget that as long as you live in my house, you will follow my rules!” Father said through gritted teeth, making my jaws clench. While most of the kids
KadeA growl left my chest as I looked around me: a never ending forest. It was impossible to find a way out of it, no matter how hard I tried. All the trees looked similar, but new at the same time. I sighed, stopping for a minute to catch my breath. I had to find a way to go back to her. The one that the Goddess gave me to protect and love. I missed her so much. I wiped the sweat layer that coated my forehead before lifting my eyes towards the sky. “End my life or let me get back to her,” I screamed angrily from the top of my lungs, hoping that whatever god was there would have mercy. I shook my head defeated, as I forced myself to walk. One more step and maybe, just maybe, this time, I would find the right path.I was clueless of how long I had been here, a day, a week, maybe a year, but for me, it felt like an eternity. A long day that never turned into a night where sometimes I could see the sunlight coming through the trees’ thick crowns. Times where I felt hopeful and optimi
SethI clenched my jaw, trying to calm the rage that boiled inside my veins. How could Ethan and Cameron be so blind to realize who was behind this when it was obvious? Only one person could play us all, using us as his pawns in a bigger scheme, and that mastermind was my father, the alpha of the Shadow Pack. I should have known that my father would get to Darius. Philip’s lavish lifestyle and the fire turned Darius into an easy prey. This marriage, for convenience, had my father’s signature all over it.The sadness in Sabine’s eyes made my heart ache. Her life meant nothing to the parties involved. One needed money and power to restore the old glory while the other one was securing the position that controlled. “I pledge my allegiance to you” six words who held so much promise and power surprised me to the core. I somewhat was relieved that both Ethan and Cameron finally saw Sabine for what she truly was: A Queen. A sparkle of hope grew in my chest despite knowing how hard it woul
SethThe soft three knocks on the door made my heart skip a beat. Everything was set in motion. Only my part was left to be completed.I took a deep breath wondering for a moment what if, but the taunting words that left my father’s mouth next made me realize I was doing the right thing?I was never been a man of many words, but now I had to let them out, empty my chest, find the closure I needed badly so I could rest in peace.“I would never let you destroy another life like you did to me and Blake. I hate you for stealing my chance of happiness. I cursed the day the Goddess made you my father. You poisoned everything around you. I am happy mother died before she could witness the monster you became,” I spat, before I threw myself at dad. His eyes went wide as he stepped back, stumbling. “What are you doing?” Father said through gritted teeth.“What I should have done five years ago. Seeking revenge for what you did to me. I should have killed you as soon as I came to my senses from
KadeI had no idea how much time had passed since Laura began conducting those tests on me. I Despite being impressed by her skills, I was running out of patience. All I wanted was to be with my mate.Every time Laura looked at me, I could still see the hurt in her eyes, making me feel like an idiot.“Laura, Justin was like a brother to me. I want you to know that you can always count on me.” I mumbled trying not to make the situation worse. She nodded continuing to write in her chart. “I was planning to give Justin a high rank position when I performed the initiation ceremony. Now that he is gone, you would need a pack.” the words roll off my mouth before I could catch them and I see Laura snapping her head towards me.“Kade, don’t get this the wrong way, I am grateful for your offer, but I already pledged my loyalty to Sabine. I’m sure you two are probably going to merge the packs at some point, but until then I am part of her roque pack,” Laura said proudly making me smile. I could
Happiness… When I was just a child I wondered many times what exactly happiness was. Everyone around me struggled to find it out despite their constant efforts. Not only did I question its existence, but I was sure it wasn’t something I was going to be blessed with. I blamed myself for ruining my parents’ chance of happiness. Because of me, they spent their lives separate seeking a reason to live. Only when Sabine appeared in my life, I begin to hope I would find happiness. A smile spread across my face as I looked at the beautiful woman lying next to me with her chestnut long spread across my pillow. Her chest rose and fell as I continued to enjoy the peaceful moment. Twelve years had passed since the Goddess brought Sabine into my life and not a day passed without me being grateful. Even when I was in the coma, I knew I had to find my way back to her, as she was the light of my darkness. “I love you,” my own goddess whispered while she turned over to face me. “I love y
SabineMy heart hammered in my chest as the fear took over. I couldn’t believe I was about to lose everything, my home, my mate, the father of my unborn child. I struggled with the decision of announcing everyone I was carrying the alpha’s unborn son, but somehow I wanted the people who had been my family for the past year to choose me as their Luna for my skills, not because they were taking pity on me... After a moment of reflection, I decided to let the people vote, speak their minds. If they wanted me as their Luna, they would say so through their votes. Deep inside, I understood why my father decided to follow the laws. A pack needed a strong Luna, one who could fight their battles and carry on with his legacy.The fear I was going to be cast aside took over me and for the first time I wondered what I was going to do alone, how I was supposed to make amends for me and for my child I was carrying. One thing was certain: I wasn’t letting Kade step down from his role. A ragged breat
Kade “Someone find Cameron,” I barked as Zeke, my new Beta, gave me a small nod before he stepped away to carry my orders. I liked that about him. He was a man of few words, but he was strong. When I chose him to become my second in command, there was no better person to fill the list of skills I had in mind. Zeke was a good man and got along with both my people and the gypsies. While I turned my head towards the fight, I was unable to focus. I could see the hate in Octavia’s eyes and despite my encouragement’s words, Sabine seemed to give up. I knew how much Seth and Cameron meant to her, but I could only hope none of Octavia’s affirmations were true. Anger boiled into my veins while I saw Octavia’s wolf jumping on my mate. Once again I brushed my hair with my fingers, cursing under my breath my inability to stop the fight. “I am not a werewolf. Your laws don’t apply to me,” Cordelia’s words surprised me as she stabbed Octavia’s wolf with the silver ceremonial dagger. “Any news
SabineAs the words left my lips, people who surrounded us began chanting my name. The obvious hate in their eyes towards Octavia fueled my rage, giving me strength. I had to win this fight for all of us. Octavia was the one responsible for the fire that destroyed many lives. A lot of good people had died because of her hate and yet if it wasn’t for her reckless actions, I would have never met my parents. My mother would have continued to be King’s Philip's prisoner while my father struggled in the mines.“Sabine, you can’t fight her. There has to be another way,” Sasha mumbled, interrupting the line of my thoughts. “We both know fighting her is the only way.” I choked out the words straightening my back. “I can’t allow Kade to step down and just give her our pack. It’s his birthright,” I added clenching my fists. “But you..”“If I can have your attention.” King Darius voiced out interrupting her. “As werewolves we live, develop and grow together as a community, a family. We have la
Sabine “There is nothing to be afraid of. You were born for this. It’s your destiny,” my mother whispered low as she gave a light squeeze to my hand. I gave her a small nod while I took a deep breath in my efforts to calm down my racing heart.I straightened my back, pushing my chin high as I turned my head towards my father, signaling to him I was ready for him to open the door. The omegas began to bow their heads in respect while I walked holding my mom’s hand slowly down the decorated path. Everything was perfect. Wooden pillars stood proudly on each side of the alley decorated with green garlands and fairy lights, offering the place a magical vibe. Time seemed to stop for a moment while my eyes found the black ones of the person the Goddess decided to pair me with. My heart skipped a beat as I saw him dressed in a tailored gray suit with a silver button-down shirt that matched my dress, standing on the small stage, waiting…waiting for me. “Friends and family, I would like to sa
I quietly looked at the young women in the mirror, barely able to recognize myself. A confident, strong woman who not long ago was just a naive gipsy girl who had her long chestnut hair braided into a ponytail was now staring back at me.While a happiness sparkle danced in my green eyes, a smile spread across my face, making Sasha growled in annoyance.“Stop moving or I will never be able to finish in time.”I gave her a small nod as I watched her finish her magic. Sasha applied a cherry lipstick to my lips to match the purple eye makeup she chose for tonight’s event.“Sabine, you look beautiful,” mom whispered as she fought back the tears that threatened to roll down her cheeks. “Alma, you are going to ruin your makeup,” Sasha blurted out, making mom shake her head in understanding.I looked at the woman who raised me like I was hers, giving me all the love and affection a mother would give to her child. She looked beautiful with her hair styled into a bun and dressed in a dark blue
SabineThe beautiful view in front of my eyes was nothing in comparison to the sight of my husband. Strong, confident, not to mention handsome. Kade was all mine, and I couldn’t be more grateful. For the first time in my life, I was happy and scared. Petrified, I could say that something might happen and our perfect bubble would burst, returning me to the shell of the person I was while he was asleep.Butterflies danced in my stomach as Kade’s lips covered mine, taking his sweet time. My fingers grabbed the bottom of his sweater pulling him closer, needing him. Was it bad that I wanted the moment to last forever? A moan escaped my lips as Kade deepened his kiss, sending goosebumps down my spine. Every time he kissed me, it was like we kissed for the first time. It consumed me in ways I couldn’t describe.I felt Inna pushing to come forward. Just like me, she wanted time with our mate. I muffled the sob that almost escaped my mouth as Kade broke our kiss, returning to look over the h
KadeMoments later, I was sitting in the office looking at the dusty old photo with me and Alex smiling happily while we set up the first beam of this place. It was our first thing to call our own, and we worked together to put it on the tourism map. I swallowed the lump that formed in my throat, unable to believe he was gone.“Alpha,. Julie told us you wanted to see us,” someone called out as the door opened wide. A curse word left my mouth as I placed down the frame turning towards the door. For me, for Alex, I had to keep fighting for our dreams. Victor entered first, followed closely by Julie, and two young men dressed in nothing but black jeans and blue shirts that had the lodge logo. Behind them, an elderly woman entered, making my heart skip a beat. Years had passed since I saw her, but she still looked good. Miss Abby was for me and Alex like a second mother, scolding us every time we used to stop to check on the lodge.“Didn’t I tell you to call all the people who work here
KadeAs I turned left and exited the main road, the snow continued to fall heavily, making it difficult for me to see. I swallowed the curse words that threatened to leave my lips as I tried to keep the car on the road. Maybe I should have waited for the snow to slow down.“Kade, where are we going?” Sabine asked me, shifting worriedly in her seat.“Patience, Sweetheart” I replied casually, trying to act like it wasn’t a big deal. “It’s a surprise.” I added, unable to hold back the grin that spread across my face imagining the moment I would have her finally alone. As I hit the accelerator pedal, I reached out to Sabine’s hand, entangling our fingers. I took it to my lips and planted a small kiss on her knuckles while I kept my eyes on the road. “We’re almost there,” I mused seeing her cheeks colored in a crimson color.Ever since I woke up from my coma, I had this thought nudging me to take her away from the curious eyes. I knew the Goddess had a plan when she made Sabine my other h