Goodnight: Asher cleared his throat as the evening was getting late. After Roger and his friends left it was actually a celebration. The tension left and people relaxed but now it was late. He could fall asleep up there on the stage. He let out a loud yawn by accident. Jordan had already headed home; he had little ones and needed to get them to bed. Chance had checked out after a few drinks with his mate. Jaime had been waiting on Lyla but she gave up realizing Lyla was staying till the end. Asher locked eyes with Lyla. He felt bad for her, for all the pain that she had to endure under Kip but was excited for her to start leading. It was like she was a phoenix rising from the ashes. He wanted to help her anyway. She felt his eyes on her, her forest green eyes locked with his. She raised a brow at him subconsciously pulling her curly blond hair over her shoulder. He shook his head letting her know it was nothing.“I’m tired.” Asher mindlinked her.He watched a soft smile across her
Injured:Nora’s phone vibrated, she rolled over tired trying to find the source of the noise, her hand searching under her pillow. Nothing was there, she then realized that it was coming from the night stand. It had been a long time since she had gotten a phone call. Now that she could mindlink both packs there was almost no need for her phone. She grabbed a hold of it, trying to see. All her movement worked Jace and he grumbled next to her. His arm wrapped around her pulling her into him. She sighed happily feeling his warmth wrap around her. She saw Logan’s name on the phone and almost sat up. She slid the phone to answer.“Hello?” Nora said, almost worried she hadn't heard from him since they ended Kip.“Hey Doll! Long time no chat.” Logan’s voice came through the phone.“Yeah, I am so sorry, I've been so busy lately. I’m a bad friend! How are you?’ Nora said her voice showing that she was actually sorry.“It’s ok and understandable being a Luna of one pack and Alpha of another mu
Hurt: Asher kicked the pack house door open and rushed into the house. Lyla was groaning in his arms as she started to come to. He rushed into the kitchen. Across the kitchen Island there was the breakfast he had prepared for them and just like she asked. Waffles with strawberries and whipped cream. Holding her against him he pushed the waffles off the island and onto the floor. The plates shattered as they toppled to the ground. He sat her down on the large island in the middle of it. Asher rushed to see where the blood was coming from. He had to roll her on her side. Holding her up with one hand he tried to piece through her hair to see. A large gash was on the back of her head. She was hit over the back of the head with something. He set her back down. He needed water and something to apply pressure. Fumbling around he found a tupperware large enough to fill with some warm water. He rushed about trying to gather what he could. He carried two kitchen towels from the drawer as wel
Responsible: Nora and Jace walked into the pack house. Something was happening and she could smell the blood. Jace tensed up on the side of her not sure what was happening. He was getting himself prepared for a fight if needed. Nora began to follow the smell of blood. Jace catches her hand, telling her to wait. She let him go first as they walked towards the kitchen. Nora coils feel everything in her body ready to fight. She felt the energy growing in the pit of her stomach. She could recognize the feeling now and was becoming more and more capable of using her power. She followed behind Jace ready to use it if necessary. Walking into the kitchen, her heart dropped. Lyla was sitting on the counter with a bag of frozen peas to her face. Her golden blond hair was stained red with blood. Jacob was packing up and Asher looked concern and that he could murder somone. Nora moved out from behind Jace and rushed over to Lyla.“Oh my god! What happened? Are you ok?” Nora asked, getting to Ly
Planning:“Asher is right too. I need to be here. An Alpha is supposed to be with their pack.” Nora pinching the bridge of her nose.“What are you going to do?” Jace asked, annoyed.“Might make people think twice before doing anything like this.” Nora said, trying not to argue with Jace.He gritted his teeth, he was trying to be understanding but he had a lot going on. The idea of Nora being away from him more than she already was made Cole upset. Nora felt his emotions and frowned slightly.“Jace it;s just until we get this mess sorted out and have people that need to fall in line…fall inline.” Nora said, trying to explain to him.Jace clenched his jaw, he couldn't argue. He understood the pressure and responsibility of being Alpha. He had been doing it for so long now. He forgot what it was like starting up. He glanced at Matt who shot him a sympathy look. He got it, Matt was away from Lilly often because she wasn't a wolf and didn't understand the mate bond. She was slowly starting
Hunter girl:“The next step is to head to the hall, where I summon everyone and tell them you're the new Delta.” Nora said to Lilly.“So we seriously think this is a good idea?” Asher asked, finally settling down.“It’s what we got.” Jace said something finally after everyone had quieted down.“It will work.It will make whoever trying to terrorize the woman; even more mad that Lilly isnt in the pack and she’s a hunter. Nora’s right.” Jordan followed up Jace’s comment with this. Nora nodded and then wiggled out of Jace’s grip and began walking towards the door to the kitchen. Jace gave her a weird look but followed her, wondering what she was up to. Logan followed behind her.“Where are we going?” Logan asked following them.“To the hall. I swear you guys are the sharpest tools in the shed.” Nora laughed.“I’m going to go check on Lyla and head over.” Asher said to Nora before she headed out from the kitchen.“Ok.” Nora nodded with a small smile, she could tell Asher was starting to
Announcement two:Nora stood in the hall pacing on the stage. She had sent a mindlink summoning all pack members to the hall. She had ordered food and drinks to be prepared as part of another celebration. Jace was watching her pace wanting to make her relax but knew she had to get it out of her system. In her head she kept telling herself that she was a badass and had this. The door opened and the first member walked in. Nora straightens up and puts on a smile. Her nerves in her stomach bubbling and flipping about. “Welcome please have a seat at whichever table you like.” Nora greeted.A few more members started piling in. Her stomach is tightening with each new person. Jace came over to her and took her hand. She felt a wave of calmness rush over her. She smiled,her thanked him. He winked at her and the bubbles in her stomach turned into butterflies. She leaned up and kissed his cheek. “Remember you killed a whole mess of Lobo’s and Kip with just one touch. You have this. You are
Confrontation: Asher stepped into him accepting his changlened. Roger growled, bowing up at Asher. As they tried intimidating each other. Clay, Chad, and Kendrick were up at the front trying to back up Roger. Jace jumped down off the stage landing neatly next to Asher. He growled fiercely, the power rolling off of him was intense even if you were in his pack it made you want to buckle. Clay locked eyes with Jace deciding he would take him on. Logan hopped off the stage on the other side of Asher, Chad squaring off to him. “I’ve always wanted to take on a hunter.” Chad smirked. Logan didn't say anything but grinned at him, it almost threw Chad off a little but he was waiting for Roger to make a move. Kendrick looked around, seeming like he was torn. Matt was next to Logan in a heartbeat watching Kendrick. It was going to be an even fight if there was one. Lilly was watching Nora, everyone’s eyes were flickering from the men to Nora. Nora’s eyes glowed brighter as she stepped down of
Phase Two, Happily Ever After:A week flew by in a blink of an eye. There was so much to do and such little time. Just like the time getting away from them Nora’s belly was growing and growing. She was surprised how quickly wolf pregnancy advanced. She stood up out of bed grabbing her back, feeling her hips pop. Jace was by her side helping her up fully. Nora smiled gratefully at him. He kissed her forehead and then kneeled.“Good morning Little one.” He whispered sweetly into Nora’s belly.“Little i think is an understatement.” Nora chuckled. “She’s going to be strong like her mother.” Jace said, kissing her belly before standing.“She? How do you know it's not a he?” Nora smiled playfully.“He could be as dashingly handsome as his father…strength i agree will come from his mother.: Nora grinned teasing Jace.“She is going to be as beautiful and strong as you.” Jace said as if he had just made it so.Nora laughed, shaking her head. She waddled over to her closet looking into it. A
Reunited: As soon as the door shut behind Douglas, Jace’s whole mood changed. Nora felt it in an instant. The fearless, strong warrior that he was melted away and she felt all his fear and anxiety. Jace wrapped his arms around her and buried his face into her shoulder. His body shook lightly, his breathing got caught in his throat. Nora was confused for a second. She squeezed him back and then pulled away slowly.“Jace?” Nora whispered.“Damn it Nora.’ Jace whispered, holding her tightly, afraid to let her go.“Are you ok? Is the baby ok? “ Jace asked, pulling back looking at her, his eyes searching hers as if looking for some sign.“We are fine.” Nora smiled big, touching his face and her fingers traced his chiseled jawline.“ You need to stop saving everyone. I was so afraid I was going to lose you. Are you sure you and the baby are ok?” Jace said as if he had been holding it together the whole time until they were alone.“Jace I promise, the baby and I are just fine.” Nora said, p
Promise:The words hit her like a ton of bricks. Alpha of all Alphas. She exhaled slowly trying to calm herself. Her immediate response was to yell No. She glanced at Jace who was looking at her like he was so proud. So much love in his eyes. His eyes were glowing amber letting everyone know where his alliance was. She had always thought in the end game he would be the Alpha of all Alpha’s not her.“I need to sit,” Nora whispered, overwhelmed by what Jace had just said to her. Jace scoped her up into his arms, she instantly melted into his chest. He was her safe place and she had missed him. She then tensed up realizing he was making his way towards the throne. “No not there.” Nora said quickly, realizing Jace was going to put her in one of the throne seats.Jace laughed, holding on to her tighter. Jace carried her down to the first pew where members of dark water moved out of the way so she could sit. She smiled her thanks as she sat down trying to focus on breathing. We got this.
Light:In an instant Red Wood pack where on their feet. Lance quickly crossed his way to Nora grabbing her by her hair. Lance began dragging her back towards the throne area. Red wood moved out from the pew. Asher growled echoed through the hall. City light and Dark water were on their feet ready to fight. Silver mountain remained seated. “I suggest you tell Red Wood to sit down or watch your pack be slaughtered.” Lance growled into Nora’s ear.“In light of the nearly found information. I am now selecting myself as Alpha of Red wood.” Lance yelled.“You are not our Alpha!” Asher yelled, stepping in the aisle.“Tell them I am the Alpha of all.” Lance demanded as he pulled Nora against him.“Renounce your title and give it to me.” Lance said, placing his hand around her throat, hsi wolf claws digging into her.Her body isn't reacting. Why did it not think it was in danger? This was one of the most dangerous situations she had been in and she wasn't even getting a tingle. Logan locked
Onyx: Asher gritted his teeth and tried to stay glued to his chair. His mind trying to connect with someone from Cross River, he knew it was impossible but maybe. What the hell was going on? Where the hell was Jace? They were cutting it too close. He glanced at Lyla to his side and saw that her eyes were glossed over. She was mindlinking someone. The mind linked ended and she looked to Asher, her face going pale. Asher knew something was instantly wrong. He looked up at the stage. Lance’s mouth hovering over Nora’s neck inches from marking her. “Who did you just talk to? What is going on?” Asher sent to her through mindlink. Lyla looked like she was going to be sick, her eyes starting to panic. As she went to stand. Asher pulled her back down to the pew. “Answer me.” Asher demanded. Nora could feel his breathing on her neck. It made her skin crawl. He tilted her head with his hand exposing more of her neck and giving himself a better angel. Nora shut her eyes trying so hard to
The Hall: Nora stared at herself in the floor length mirror. She was staring at a woman she didn't even recognize. She sat like a zombie for almost two hours as the girls attacked her with hair brushes, curling irons, and make up. She was completely numb from the experience. She blinked her eyes trying to adjust to what she was seeing. Her hair was half up , half down in beautiful banana curls. They had placed a large jeweled hair piece on top of her head. The rubys glinsced in the light each time her head moved, standing out beneath its golden frame. Her make was done with a smokey eye with a long black eyeliner wing. Her lips were painted the brightest shade of red, making them stand out even more than her honey colored eyes. The girls attempted to take off her onyx and replaced it with yet another ruby but Nora won that argument. She shifted the dress slightly, sending out another broadcast of shimmering light. It was all overwhelming. “Ready?” Polly’s voice came from behind h
Lobo’s: A wave of energy exploded out from her. The force of it made her body float off of the ground. A light radiated out from her filing and blinded the room.The Lobo’s didn't even make a sound as it hit them. The room went quiet and as the light faded the Lobo’s instantly began to fall against the wall and then sink to the fall. Nora’s head shifted back as she was suspended off the ground. Wave after wave of energy pulling out of her. Ensure that the Lobo’s are gone. As the last Lobo sank to the floor the energy resided back to Nora. She floated down from the air. Her feet hit the ground and she fell to her knees breathing hard. Her body was shaking from the surge.Nora! Nora don't you do anything! You wait for me! Nora! Nora say something! Nora! Jace’s voice flooded her mind, his voice panicking. She smiled softly, she touched her arm making sure this was real and she had survived. She shut her eyes leaning forward trying to calm breathing.Nora! Nora, tell me you're ok! Jace’s
Phase one:“Alpha.” A voice said painced to him, he was trying to process who it was.“Alpha!’ The voice said, sounding more demanding and something shook him.“Jace.” Matt’s voice pierced through the darkness, as Jace felt his body being shook.Jace groaned rolling to his side, trying to process what just happened. Sunlight hit his face making his face scrunch up as it hurt his eyes. He let out a groan bringing his hand up to shield his face as he opened his eyes.“Oh thank god. I was so not ready to be beta.” Matt smirked offering his hand to Jace to help him up. “What? Beta? What the hell happened?” Jace said, pulling on Matt’s hand to help himself stand.His legs were weak,He squeezed Matt’s hand hard as he stood. His legs almost collapsed from under him. He took a deep breath and his whole body hurt. He looked around, shaking his head and squinting. “You collapsed. Fell right down and shifted from Cole. I’ve never seen something like that happen…except when someone dies. And ya
Groundwork:Polly rushed out of the closet but Nora caught her wrist, her eyes still on the dress. The images of what would come if she didn't get this right tugged at her heart and tightened her chest.“Polly, we need to get all the Lobo’s in one room. I need to do this in one shot.” Nora said, taking her eyes off the dress and looking at Polly.Polly’s eyes were filled with concern. Polly’s eyes studied Nora’s face, worry coming across hers.“Nora, how are you doing this? Like I've heard what you can do and felt the power you have but …will you be safe?” Polly asked in her voice, wanting the reassurance that Nora would tell her yes.“Yes.” Nora answered, giving Polly the answer she wanted. The truth was she didnt know. Polly stared at her hard for a long minute and then nodded to her before heading out of the closet. The door to Nora’s room shutting behind Polly as she left echoed in the emptiness of the room.Nora searched the closet for something simple to wear. She grabbed a pai