Jade's pov The next morning I was awakened by the smell of food and opened my eyes to see Conri frowning and holding a tray of steaming breakfast. “Why the long face,” I asked him with a yawn. “Lawrence has put up several portraits of my mother in the hall. She looks so vibrant it pulls on my heartstrings,” he said sullenly as he placed the tray on the side table. Sitting up the blanket fell exposing my tattooed chest and I asked him if he had a shirt I could borrow since I couldn't locate mine that I'd taken off in the messy bed. His lips turned up at the corners as he glanced at me topless. “You can remain in that state of undress. It's a pleasant view,” he said with a smirk. “Please, Conri. I'm still working on my shyness,” I muttered and he nodded as he headed to his dresser and grabbed me a clean white t-shirt. “You could just go to your room and dress there you know,” he commented as he handed me the shirt. Smelling his scent on the fabric I smiled. “Why when
Jade's pov Wiping off her eyes Monica gave me a curious gaze and she covered her mouth suddenly. She lifted my sleeve and grinned. “I knew you were special! I see that I was right in sensing your powerful lineage,” she said chipperly. “Yeah about that,” I started and eyed Conri before continuing. “My father informed me that I should keep my queen tattoos hidden, at least the ones on my chest where the crest is shown,” I muttered and they both narrowed their eyes at me. “Who is your real mother,” Monica asked me and I told her Aella. Nodding her head she scratched her chin in thought then shrugged. “I've never heard of her,” she stated firmly and I nodded while I scrunched my mouth. “Well since you have risen from your death on the day of your scheduled funeral I will have to change it to a celebration for your new life, Mother. You might want to head home and change beforehand,” Conri teased. Monica glanced down at herself dressed in a hospital gown and grimaced. “
Conri's povStanding before my pack members and guests I announced that my mother was alive. After the gasps of the crowd settled, I explained that we would now be celebrating her rebirth, and I would be introducing my queen.Cheers erupted causing me to grin because most of them were already aware of Jade being my mate.Waving to them I approached Daniel Munna to have a quick discussion about what I intended to do.“Sir, If I could have a word with you,” I said firmly.Nodding he said sure with a grin.“I want to wed Jade this afternoon and would love to have you hand her off to me,” I said with my brow raised gauging his reaction.Seeing his mouth go to a line I blurted, “We can go visit with your mate first thing tomorrow!”Shaking his head he sighed.“Conri, I'd be honored to have you as a son-in-law, it's just that there are things about Jade's mother that you should know first,” he muttered hesitantly. “No matter the issue, I don't care; I love your daughter and need her for my
Jade's pov Feeling pressure in my ears and hearing a low hum vibrating through my body, my brow creased. “We are on a plane,” Elina yawned in my head. Looking down at myself through slitted eyes I can see that I am strapped to a seat and feeling groggy. “Am I being taken to Russia,” I questioned my Lycan and she whined out a yes. “Is my pup alright,” I inquired about next and Elina hummed. “Yes, but it won't survive another shot of that tranquilizer,” she whimpered, causing me to gasp. Anxiety filled me because the situation I was in was very concerning. Curling my lip sourly, I glanced around the interior of the airplane that I was in and saw that huge one-armed asshole sitting a few rows ahead, talking to another guy who was holding an old piece of parchment. Seeing me awake the man elbowed my kidnapper and gestured at me. “Oh, our highness has awakened,” the one-armed prick said condescendingly. Glaring at him, I said, “I'm Conri's Highness, not yours, Mister.” “You a
Jade's pov The Boris guy ran up past me to open the door causing me to eye him suspiciously. Gesturing for me to enter I narrowed my eyes at him opening the door. “You're a resident of this place,” I asked only to get a smirk from him in return. “That man is odd,” I thought and Elina snorted in response. Stepping into the grand foyer my eyes grew large at the immaculate interior. Impressed by the stunning decor my eyes rose to the enormous chandelier overhead. “Where is Conri?” I questioned Elina with a thought. “Let it play out and behave indifferently,” she growled. Fed up with the charade, I clenched my fist as Boris held up his hand to both Samson and me to wait. “Hurry, I have to meet my daughter back in the States,” Samson stated sternly in English. Certain it was for my benefit, I eyed him with disdain, and he gave me a callous grin. My heart sank when Boris returned with a mountain of a man beside him. Speaking Russian he introduced the man as Gregory Wynott. Gr
Jade's pov “I need you to pull down your pants completely so I can do an ultrasound on you, Miss,” Emma ordered kindly. “Could you step out dad,” I asked him. “You should stay here, Conri,” I added since he was already sitting next to me on the large bed. Daniel shuffled himself out to the hall and said he would go join the others in the King's office. I looked toward the monitor as Emma instructed me to insert the wand into my vagina. My cheeks reddened as I inserted the instrument. Pointing to a dark oval with a white figure within, she said, “That is your pup, and it looks to be doing well. Its heartbeat is strong and steady " My lip curled up until she pointed out another spot and cursed. “You have a polyp and that's causing you to bleed. It can cause a miscarriage and birth defects but it could also just disappear as the pup grows. I would suggest that you schedule regular visits with your pack doctor to keep your little one safe,” she said assuredly. “Can you
Jade's pov A strand of my wet hair fell into my eyes and I hissed as I brushed back my damp hair with my fingers. “I look like a drowned rat, Conri,” I muttered sourly and heard him chuckle. Turning me into his arms to face him, I watched my mate tuck my wet hair behind both my ears and ruffle my somewhat dried bangs. “You're lovely, Jade and I highly doubt if either of them will care how you appear since they are mates,” he stated just as we entered the office. Aiden and Gregory were sitting together on a loveseat with my dad sitting across from them in deep conversation. Clearing his throat Conri got their attention as we approached the group. “Sirs, my mate would like to know if she and I could remain here as your guests until our pup comes. We both find that your pack doctor is more inept than my male one,” Conri announced. Elbowing his side I suggested that he tell them about Samson. Nodding at me, he grew tense and explained what had happened to me in the showe
Jade's pov Wondering what my responsibilities would be as a queen, Elina was howling in laughter in my mind. “Your thoughts are flip-flopping all over the place. Geesh. Monica will explain it to you when she arrives. Just ask her, Jade. The Goddess wouldn't have you on this life path if she found you unworthy,” she huffed. “That's not what I was thinking about you mutt,” I snapped back. “I am curious about what is expected of me,” I clarified, causing Elina to growl. “You will have to deal with the female issues of both territories,” she stated, causing me to roll my eyes over her vague answer in frustration. Catching movement in my peripherals I turned to see my father and Monica coming in. Elated, I jumped up and hurried to her. “Monica!” Grinning at me, we hugged, and I eyed my dad over her shoulder. “Thanks for getting her,” I told him happily. Seeing him carrying her suitcase I told him that she was staying next door to Conri's room. “Then he can carry it
Adeline's pov Visiting with my parents, Cian couldn't get enough of my younger siblings. They were chasing each other around my parent's living room and making me giggle. “He looks like a miniature copy of his father,” my mom said and I nodded. “Where is Mister Hawkins now?” My dad asked me. “He's helping the Council deal with some vagrant vampire clan and should be coming here soon,” I answered with a grin. In reality, he was contemplating whether or not he should take his father's throne, but I was supposed to keep it a secret until the Council made the announcement of his decision. Donovan and I both came to understand that nothing would keep us or tear our love apart. I had told Donovan that I would stand beside him no matter his decision. Just like he told me that we were a solid bridge between our two species. I felt nothing but great love and respect for my mate Mister Hawkins. “Are you going to tell him that you are expecting again,” my mom inquired and I gasped at he
Adeline's pov Feeling a sudden prick on my nipple I looked down at my son and said, “Ouch.” Penny asked me what happened and I told her that I think my child bit me. Laughing she nodded and said, “He probably has tiny fangs and wanted to taste blood.” Lifting his tiny face I ran my fingertip inside of his mouth and felt the tiny fang. It retracted quickly, hiding back into his pink gum making me giggle. “Well, I guess he can drink blood instead of boob milk,” I surmised, and Penny nodded. “Do you want me to look after him while you fetch your mate,” she asked me and I nodded. “I need to shower and get dressed first,” I sighed and frowned at the soiled bed. Seeing my scowl Penny informed me that it would all be replaced by the time I returned, making me smile. “You all are truly the best,” I stated firmly and went to the closet for something to wear. Not believing how quickly my body healed was still mind-boggling even for me, but as I showered, I realized that if I was turne
Adeline's pov “That Prince Nero is a bossy bastard, and I can't believe that the Moon Council members are going to want him on their council,” Penny said in disgust, and I bit my bottom lip. “Maybe that is why he is here? Perhaps they decided against him,” I muttered sourly and looked at her in worry. “Want me to sneak down the secret servant stairs and eavesdrop on them,” she asked me and I grinned slightly and nodded. “But only if you stay safe,” I stated and she waved off my concern as she scurried to the corner and opened the secret panel. Seeing my shock she laughed. “All vampire homes have secret passageways,” she said softly and disappeared behind the wall as I sat in apprehension. When she came back in the room looking terrified I scooted off the bed and slipped on my pants before even asking what was going on. “They are fighting and it's not looking good for Donovan,” she shrieked as I passed her to go down the secret stairs. “Take me to where they are,” I d
Adeline's povSitting in Donovan’s luxurious living room and reading a book from his library, Miss Penny, one of his staff, called out for me, and I raised my eyes her way.“A woman named Gabby is on the telephone for you, Miss,” she called out.“Thank you dear, I will take it in here,” I replied and stood awkwardly to go to the side table where the phone was. Being heavily pregnant had caused me to move much more slowly as I made my way to the ornate mahogany table where the house phone sat. After answering, Penny hung up the one in the kitchen.“Hey Gabby, what's up?”“How are you, sweetie? Oh my, it's puppy galore here. Your mom and grandma both had their babies on the same day!”Grinning slightly I asked her what they had and their names. She informed me cheerfully, making me giggle.“How's your fanged hottie,” she inquired about Donovan, and I had to explain that he was off at the Moon Council tying up loose ends so he could retire.“He needs to secure his replacement, so I've be
Jade's pov Waddling toward the kitchen after leaving Conri in his office with Derek I see Gabby and Monica chatting with each other at the dinette. Seeing my discomfort Monica sighed. “I'm with you, dear; it's the last bit that wears on the old body,” she commented as she patted her baby bump. “You only have one, Monica. There are two in me who are fighting one another for space,” I groaned as I sat down. “You're due at any moment, Highness, are you feeling any pain?” Looking at Gabby I nodded. “Yes, I believe that they are coming very soon,” I growled, and both women laughed happily. “Hopefully Conri can carry me to the infirmary. I don't think I can get there with all the snow on the ground,” I huffed. “We are snowed in, dear; I doubt if Doctor Michael is even at the infirmary and is probably snowed in at his house, too,” Monica said worriedly as she tapped her fingers on the table. “What am I supposed to do? What if I'm going to need a cesarean birth,” I panicked. “Relax
Jade's pov After leaving our daughter and returning home with Gideon Lander transporting us I felt heartbroken. “She's with her mate, Jade, and will have a great future by his side,” Conri asserted. He was currently at the computer preparing to remove Adeline from the Wolf website. “But, but taking her off seems so fucked up like she no longer exists,” I huffed. “I know that, but she's a vampire, dear, and can't be listed on the wolf's pages anymore,” he stressed, and rubbing my eyes, I sighed. “She will still be listed as our daughter if that helps ease your emotions,” Conri stated, and I grinned. “Yes, that helps,” I mumbled softly as I squeezed his collarbone while standing behind him sitting in his chair. He added that she was no longer the beneficiary of our throne and Gideon would have the Moon Council add her to the vampire site. “They have a vampire website? Can't Mister Hawkins add her to it?” I asked in befuddlement. Chuckling, he shrugged and said, “Hell, if I know
Adeline's pov When I opened my eyes I felt an emptiness and frowned at the loss of my Lycan. Zoya had been a large part of who I was and my greatest supporter. “Goddess please let me find a way to get her back,” I murmured as I glanced around the dark room. Donovan Hawkins was lying next to me and looked like he was a corpse. He was on his back with his arms crossed on his chest and didn't appear to be breathing. In a panic, I reached out to touch his face and heard a stern male voice telling me that he wiped himself out during the process of converting me. Turning, I see old man Steve stepping into my line of sight, holding out a bag of blood, I assumed. “Drink this before your hunger comes and causes you to go blood crazy, Miss,” he ordered. Taking it from his hand, it felt cool, and I hesitantly brought it to my mouth discovering it was a donor blood bag. “What do I do?” Giving me a daft glance, he sighed. “Your fangs act like tiny straws so bite the bag and let them do t
Adeline's pov “It's just a form of deep commitment for a vampire to give his ring to his beloved, but if it bothers you that much, you don't have to wear it. I just wanted you to know how much you mean to me,” he stated compassionately, and I gasped. “That's not what I meant, Mister Hawkins! I simply want you to know that I can't shift comfortably with it on my finger, that is all,” I responded. “Why do you need to shift, Adeline? Just remove it before your shift. But still, there is no need for you to shift, not when you are with me,” he growled, making me swallow uncomfortably. “Your eyes are glowing red; please calm down. I don't want us arguing before we marry,” I murmured, and he rubbed his eyes as he turned from me. He exhaled deeply and brought his arm back behind himself. Feeling him reaching out for me, I peeked up at him and saw he looked distraught. “Forgive me for ignoring your Lycan, Adeline. I was too caught up with you being a vampire and my mate to acknowledge th
Adeline's pov Seeing the ring on my finger my mom pulled my hand toward her to get a better look. “I see you told him yes. Did you tell him about the little one?” Nodding, I said, “Yes, he was excited.” “Daniel is going to wed us at the ball and I will officiate his and Monica's nuptials,” Donovan said assuredly as Monica joined us. She hugged me tightly and neared my ear. “Sorry about you catching Daniel and me in a compromising position,” she said softly, and I eyed her with a smirk. “It looked like you were thoroughly enjoying yourself and I was impressed with your flexibility,” I replied teasingly, causing her to snicker and nod. “So are you going to do your wedding in the black ball gown?” My mom asked me and I shrugged. “I don't see why not. It's lovely, and I am certainly not an innocent bride since I'm carrying a child,” I commented, and Donovan piped up and said that my dress would match his suit perfectly. Elbowing him I said, “I'm sure that you will be very hot an