Alpha Prince Orion povMy head feels fuzzy and my eyelids feel heavy. Funny, I can't even remember falling asleep . I can hear voices but they're muffled , someone is shaking me. I try so hard to open my eyes . ‘Onix , Onix what's going on ?’ I try to reach my wolf but I am met by silence . That's strange , Come on Orion wake up . What's that noise ? I feel so groggy , something is off . Trying my hardest to do something , anything . My eyes flutter but are met with a blinding bright white light . The voices are clearer , groaning. I try one last time to open my eyes . Shielding my eyes from the light , my head's pounding and I finally recognize the voice of Haggen my Beta . “Orion , thank the goddess . Can you hear me?” Removing my hands from my eyes I manage to nod and mumble a yeah . “What's going on?” I manage to ask in a hoarse voice , my throat is dry . “We are under attack.” he said through gritted teeth. Under attack , how can we be under attack? It's been over half a c
Lilith pov The minute Orion announces to the room that I would be joining him with the fae bitch I felt relieved that Haggen would be doing something different . I love my mate but for what I had planned I honestly didn't want him to witness . I already knew my grandma was going with Fal, that was my idea . As Orion and I branch off towards the dungeons he finally says. “ Look Red , I know you may not be against what I need you to do but I know you're the one who loves Leonor as much as I do .” I find myself stopping and looking at the prince. “ Orion , I want you to promise me whatever i do it won't get back to Haggen . A massive part of me doesn't want my mate to see me like that .” In that fleeting moment an understanding between my best friend's mate and myself . Entering the dungeons my nose wrinkled at the putrid smell of urine and faeces with the coppery metallic smell of blood . Third cell from the end stood a guard stationed outside it . Bowing his welcome he opened
Leonor pov I feel so groggy , my mind is completely fuzzy and my body hurts like hell . I can't seem to open my eyes , the pain in my head even thinking about opening my eyes . The last thing I remember is Orion and I talking about our pups , shit my pups . My heart is beating so hard in my chest that all I can hear is the pounding in my ears . Taking some deep breaths I try to calm myself , I need to get my senses back under control , I need to figure out what's going on . I can't reach my wolf. She is there but she's not responding. It's like she's sleeping . Calming myself down enough to get my heart rate under control I strain my hearing too , I am sure I can hear mumbling . Faint , possibly in another room . Deciding to attempt to open my eyes again , I notice I seem to be in some sort of room . There is a small window but it's too high up to see out . It's dark outside , the small amount of moonlight that's getting through the window lets me see I am in a cellar type room .
Lilith pov Almost twelve hours with this bitch before she caved , the mention of her mate is what eventually broke her . Guess the heartless fae respects the goddess and mate bonds . I would be lying if I said I wasn't enjoying watching her scream , which gave me some sort of sick satisfaction . My mother would not be happy if she was still alive , always use your power for good for good Lilith she would say . It makes me smile thinking of my sweet mother , she was truly pure of heart . My grandma on the other hand always taught me that as long as it's for the greater good you should use it . Once my mother passed away from illness my grandma really pushed my training , she would say it would be me to take over as the high priestess of the covens when she steps down . The minute she stepped down I felt the shift of power , as witches we channel from the elements and our ancestors . I felt them all , I felt their acceptance . The surge of power took me by surprise , the grin on my
Leonor pov The burning that shot through my body was excruciating , I was glad when the darkness took me . The darkness was almost comforting and welcomed compared to the burning . I hope my babies don't feel this pain , my innocent pups. I can't help smiling when I think of the image Jewel had shown me . My very own mini’s . My mind floated to my own mother , how much I miss her . I would have loved her to meet Orion and her grandpups . My mother was beautiful , she had the same golden eyes that I do . My white/blond hair also came from her . She was so kind and gentle , she would tell me stories and sing to me as a child . A single tear slipped from my eye as I thought about her and how much I have missed her and wished she was here. I could do with some motherly advice . I mean what do I know about being a mother ? “Leonor , my dear daughter .” I froze . Where was that coming from , the voice I have wished to hear since that dreaded day she was taken from me too soon . The onl
Alpha Prince Orion pov Six days ago “ Ok , so everyone knows what they are doing ?” I ask the room of my most trusted . They answer in a collective yes and a round of head nodding . My wolf Onix has been on edge , urging me to get moving . I keep asking what is wrong. He just keeps telling me we must get to our mate . If I am honest he’s putting me on edge , well more on edge than I am . As everyone leaves the war room chatting among themselves , Haggen and Red hang back clearly wanting to talk in private . “ What's up guys ?” I ask as Red closes the door . “ Are you alright Man ? You haven’t slept since Len was taken.” As always my Beta , my best friend can see right through my brave face . Running my hand through my already messy hair . “I can't sleep , I keep having nightmares .” Haggen places a hand on my shoulder and Red runs a hand down my arm. “ She;s is coming home today , I promise you.” Red says with a look of sheer determination on her face . The power coming o
Haggen pov The fury coming off Onix was unlike anything I have ever seen , his aura was whipping around him . He was taking down four or five to our one , there was no stopping him . By the time Lex and I got to the bunker there was nothing except carnage , dead wolves and Fae everywhere . The growling and snapping of teeth coming from the end of the corridor . Making our way towards them we were not prepared for what we came face to face with . Jewel was on a table looking like she was only just alive , what has struck me is how is Jewel not back to Len ? When a wolf is injured or unconscious they automatically shift back to their human . ‘ Lex shift back, get Len and Jewel out of here now’ I shout through our mind-link to him . Looking back to Onix and Cicero they are engaged in battle , Cicero is supporting a missing hand and a huge gash to his left side . Onix on the other hand has what looks like a shard of ice sticking out his back right hip . Neither look particularly
Jewel pov The moment that they dragged Len from that room I knew I had to do something , for her, for our pup’s . Len fought and attacked as they dragged her towards that room , and as soon as they strapped her to the table I knew I had to save them . I shifted in time for the first dose of wolfsbane to hit our system . The hardest thing was maintaining my wolf form. Gritting my teeth I concentrated when the first electric shock was administered. It took all my strength to not shift back . I could hear Len trying to tell me to allow her to take the pain , but I knew I needed to protect her . The burning from the wolfsbane is excruciating , I try my best to stay awake . I have no idea how long the torture went on , I just knew i needed to hang on . Then I felt him , my mate. He was close , the moment I heard his roar I linked him . ‘ Onix i can't hold on much longer , please hurry’I could feel his emotions through our bond , anger , desperation and sheer determination to get to
[Epilogue part 2] 9 years later Alpha Prince Saint pov My head is banging as I sit and listen to my father lecture me on drinking too much . He wouldn’t understand even if I tried to explain to him , my parents' relationship is the strongest I have ever seen . Rubbing my temple , I have been drowning out his consistent talking until her name was mentioned . Bellatrix , the only female i have ever loved , but i fucked it up . Six months ago I broke her heart and every day I have hated myself for it . I can't remember how or why it happened , I have never ever looked at another female ever . For some reason I ended up so drunk I can't even remember getting back to the packhouse, never mind the female who was lying naked next to me . Six months I have tried to piece together that night but the only thing that ever is there is the look on Bellatrix’s face the morning she stood in the doorway to my room with coffee in hand like she did every other morning . The look on her beauti
[EPILOGUE PART 1] King Orion pov 10 years later It’s the annual summer festival and we always have a family picnic with our ever growing families . The twins are now eleven and we also have a five year old son who is honestly a riot , Belenus never stops . Our Princess Emerald is a beauty with her long white hair and her bright green eyes , the best part is her pure heart . She is a little mother always looking after the younger kids . She still spends a lot of time with her Aunt Fallon especially since Freyja was born . Freyja is Fallon and Lex’s second child. She is a lovely little thing , at the age of three she just follows Emerald around and my princess never gets fed up , no she just looks after her . Saint on the other hand is quite a serious child at the age of eleven he is not far from six feet tall already , towers over his mother . He is a good boy Loves his family, especially his mother . I love to watch him and the other lads as they play . Haggen , Lex and I alw
Leonor pov We are all waiting outside the delivery room for the birth of the future Gamma to happen , it's been almost two hours . I have never seen Lex looking so stressed out, poor guy . I have just finished checking on the twins when the first screeches of a new life entering this world reach our ears . Lex bursts through the door looking rather dishevelled and flushed “ It’s a boy , we have a son .” We all cheer before he goes back in the room to his mate and son . I feel Orion’s big strong arms wrap around me from behind , he kisses my temple . “ Well, it looks like Saint now has his Gamma .” Orion says with a proud look on his face . After another half hour we are allowed in to visit Fallon and her new baby son . Fallon as always is sitting up looking like she hasn't just given birth , the look of pure love on her face as she gazes at her new pup . Lex is sitting beside her , a protective arm around his little family . What was the best part was seeing Lilith being trul
1 year later Leonor pov I can't help but laugh as Fallon still tries to carry Emerald with her swollen stomach , the toddler perched on top of her bump . My daughter is still the apple of her aunt's eyes , she takes her everywhere . Although with Fallon ready to have her pup soon she is getting tired and uncomfortable . Saint on the other hand is Mr Independant , even at such a young age he likes to do things his way . Orion loves taking him with him when he's able to . The twins are ok about being apart except when tired they like each other's presence , it gives them comfort . Jewel and Onix are obsessed with the twins . With them now walking it can get extremely tiresome . l try to train at least three times a week , sometimes they watch from the side with Samantha and Jess . My little sister is blossoming into a lovely confident little girl . She is like a little mother with the twins , she makes me smile especially when she tells Saint off for growling at her . Yes my golden
Princess Fallon pov Watching my brother take the throne is honestly one of the most emotional things I have ever been involved in . Leonor is perfect for him and the best sister I could ever have wished for , even if she terrifies me when she is mega pissed off . They completely worship each other . Len and my mother have become really close , I am glad as mum lost her wolf and I know it has affected her more than she lets on . I visit with my father once a day to give him a boost and keep his health as well as we can with a terminal diagnosis . The twins have definitely helped keep his spirits up , I have caught him telling them stories when he thinks he's alone . I am slightly concerned for Lil , I know she is incredibly strong but the unease among the covens is getting worse . She’s been worried about telling Len so she has been sounding off with me and a glass of wine . She is looking tired , I know Haggen is worried and trying to be with her as much as he can . I am currently
Leonor pov It's finally the day of Orion and I’s coronation. It's been a long time coming . The twins are almost a month old and the Queen , well Orion's mother has been amazing . She has helped me the whole time . When I cried she wiped my tears , when I wanted to shout and scream she just let me . I thank the Goddess for her , it still breaks my heart that we couldn't save her wolf . I think having the twins has helped fill that hole in her heart just a bit , you can never fully replace your wolf . When I was without Jewel it was some of my darkest days , your head is just too quiet . I have just finished feeding Saint , Jewel is mesmerised by him . She says she can feel his wolf spirit already and he is strong . Her protectiveness kicks in with Emerald though , she says her pure light is so special in this world . My pups are adored by everyone who meets them . After a lot of persuasion I finally agreed to ask Samantha if she would like to be a part time nanny to my pups . A
Lilith pov 2 weeks later To say everyone is in love with the twins is an understatement . Len is an amazing mother even if she is exhausted and hasn't brushed her hair in days . The coronation and handover of the pack has been scheduled for two weeks' time , even though the king and queen will be staying on to help with handover and allow Len to get back into work . I had to hand it to my best friend when she asked why Fallon couldnt be Luna and she would help out with running the army. The elders almost had a heart attack on the spot . Orion of course thought this was hilarious and started calling her major Luna . Lack of sleep almost had the little king getting his bollocks handed to him , while Len screamed he will never be getting laid again as he dodged a pillow . Len is so tired and stressed at the moment I am actually worried about telling her I have to go back to the coven again , I am dreading it . Fallon and I have been trying to make sure one of us is with her If O
Alpha Prince Orion pov I knew the difference in Onix’s howl and this was not pain , this was joy . As I start to take in what is going on around me Onix becomes silent allowing me to think for a moment . The scent of my mate grew and her small hand that is firmly held in my large hand started to twitch . Looking up I realise that my mother is no longer in the room and my daughter is back in her small cot . Drawing my attention back to my beautiful mate, I realise her eyes are fluttering as though she is trying to open them . Leaning over I gently stroke her cheek and kiss her forehead. “ Leonor , my love please come back to me . Our beautiful pups need their mother .” I didnt even realise I had started to cry until I watched one of my tears run down her cheek . Without even opening her eyes she croaked her throat dry from days unconscious in the hospital “ Orion .” One word and it was my name . I had no idea how long I stood there stroking her hair waiting for her unique golden
Leonor pov The last thing I can remember is Orion's handsome face and the sound of our pup’s as they say hello to the world . For the first time since Jewel left I felt hope and happiness , a future with my very own family . In the very short time since I met my mate so much has happened . I have spent my childhood in fear and my short adulthood fighting to survive . When all I ever wanted was peace and to live a quiet life . My wolf sacrificing herself for me has been the hardest to deal with, pain and injuries eventually leaves but the hole that has been left from Jewel’s departure has left me in a state of sadness.I can't seem to shift it . My pup's arrival has been bittersweet as I fear for them being in this world of hatred and evil’s when they are pure , born from love . I feel my sadness is going to be too much for Orion as I can't seem to shake it off at all . I am pining for her. My mind keeps going back to different memories we had together from the first time I heard