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Chapter Forty-Five - This Isn't Fair
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Adam’s POV I went through the motions of being angry but all I could think about was that Rose was mine once more. We needed to clear the air and did that all right. I was hoping her presence would lead Mom to change her mind about this particular mate of mine. At least she didn’t want me to take Clare back. I’d learned without much surprise she was a regular performer at ‘Chains’, just not when I happened to visit, and was half way through a submissive contract with one of the VIPs. That was so typical of her and also slightly unusual in that it wasn’t a sexual relationship. I’d reprimanded Seth for being a part of my incarceration though indicated I understood his reasons. Otherwise he was a competent bodyguard and I had no desire to change that. I wanted familiar faces around me and was relying heavily on Niall now that Timo was temporarily out of commission. Brandon was on my mind a lot yet I shelved my concerns for the sake of negotiating with Reed, now Alpha Connor. I assumed
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Rose’s POVI wasn’t going to let him pressure me. Adam needed to learn that I couldn’t always be pushed. Omega me had no choice but his queen and fated mate was a different matter.The ironic thing was until I formally accepted that role I had no rights whatsoever. Only at his whim and I hated living like that.That news about Jessie disturbed me greatly. Lolo now had a new bestie and was all secretive. Knowing her of old, it had to be a boy. Yet how could it be after what she had endured.I went and sought out Erica just to have a grumble. Though I knew lots of people were in a worse place than me mentally. Take Timo, for example. I really hoped he wouldn’t have a down on women because of Jessie’s desertion.The last person I expected to see was Marcus. I blushed, remembering the last time he’d surprised me in here, with my mate on that occasion.He asked me how I was before telling Erica quite openly he was worried about Adam’s mindset.“My brother’s finally doing something about it
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Adam’s POVWhen Rose told me about Willow’s panicked message I tried to ease her fears by suggesting she was simply re-living the past.“It was probably just a bad dream.”“Lolo isn’t hysterical. Not like this,” my true queen protested.I now had an array of them, the others being treacherous and fake respectively.“What do you want me to do?”“You’re not going to like this.”When she suggested I contact Brandon I became angry. Because I knew she was right and that I would probably be indebted to my elder brother yet again.“Do you think Alpha Lewis has somehow escaped?”That made me feel better. It was worth saying his name just to imply that Brandon wasn’t as competent as everyone made out.“Don’t.”She clutched my arm, in the grip of a terror of her own.“I’ll call him,” I said.It seemed surreal leaving the beach to find a decent reception for my cell. I didn’t go too far, making sure I could always see her.“What’s up, bro? Having a rest between bouts?”I came straight to the poi
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Rose’s POVI tried to compose myself for the sake of my unborn pups and also because I should set an example, but it was hard, so hard.Michaela remained with me until it was time for bed though I knew I wouldn’t be able to sleep.By the time Adam told her to get some rest herself it was well after midnight. That was when she let it slip that Theresa had to be sedated on hearing that Lolo was missing. Something was off about that statement, aimed at her son rather than me.Untruths, even white lies, have a way of sounding false on the lips of normally honest people. What didn’t I know?I fed my burning curiosity because it was a welcome distraction from other, more disturbing notions.“Am I missing something?”“Astute as always. Rose, I need your advice.”That was when he told me about Marcus’ designs on Tea. At one time I would have been appalled on her behalf. But the lustful waiter I’d first met had morphed into someone more complex and, after all, he was the one who had pointed ou
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Adam’s POVI’d seldom felt so nervous in my life. This one was personal. And I wasn’t going to desert Brandon either. Perhaps there’d been a lot of misconceptions between us and all we’d ever needed was a clear the air talk. I vowed to make that happen sooner rather than later and hoped I wasn’t tempting yet another cycle of bad luck.It was only as we reached the outskirts of the woods that I remembered Mom knew nothing about this latest development. Unless she’d gone to the medical area in need of a remedy and Rose had told her everything. Well, I hadn’t wanted her to worry.And it was too late now.We maintained a constant silence, moving with stealth, though Erica kept glancing at me as if she wanted to unburden herself. That was when I initiated the mind link.‘Is this about Timo?’As I recalled, I’d asked him to give me a name if he didn’t want Jessie. That seemed so long ago now.‘Do you approve?’‘If it’s what you want.’‘We had a fling when I was younger. His illness brought
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Willow’s POVI had a new job and it wasn’t a pleasant one. ‘Breeders’ was every bit as awful as I had imagined. My role wasn’t to parade around on stage half-naked. No, I was to clean and generally keep myself to myself until Alpha Lewis returned for me.I’d been wrong about Jess, I saw that now, though I wasn’t the only one. And I didn’t know what to make of Brandon; no-one did.If only I still had my phone I could have called Rose using our code.No, I had to stand on my own two feet now. She’d sheltered me long enough.That morning, while I was brushing down the chair seats to bring up the nap, I overheard them talking, Boris and his sister, Cordelia. I could see them quite plainly up near the stage.“We ought to sell her,” the woman said.“Is what wise? He’s bound to find out.”“Not if we make it a private sale. I could say she’d run off.”“You always were the better liar, Cordie,” he chuckled.She shoved his shoulder, unamused. “Think about it. Some of those older Alphas like a y
Last Updated : 2023-06-02The Lycan's Acquisition Chapter Fifty-Two - The Threat
Rose’s POV Willow was trying to communicate something but it wasn’t coming through properly and now I had a headache. All I knew was that she was with Brandon. Whether that was good or bad I couldn’t decide. Worrying would only unsettle my pups and I wasn’t up to seeing Jessie again. Adam told me how she’d suddenly expressed remorse for her part in it all. I still didn’t trust her, remembering how she’d seemed so vulnerable initially; she’d really played me for an idiot. “What will you do with her?” I asked as we strolled through the corridors. This was the only exercise I got these days owing to the need to keep me safe but I wasn’t complaining. Being around him was priceless, especially now we weren’t enemies. “I haven’t decided yet.” I shot him a sidelong look. “Is that because she’s potentially a fertile female?” “Why are you pleading her case, Rose?” “Believe me, I’m not,” I said. “Jealous?” “Should I be?” “No." He took my hand. "Maybe I can cash in on her virgin status
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Adam’s POVNegotiating wasn’t my forte. I preferred to be on the battleground, fighting my way out of tight corners. That rarely happened in actual conflict but I trained for it nonetheless.That was probably why she looked so forlorn when I told her we would have to wait. There was no reason for it other than that it wasn’t our way, the Bond way, and I would need to ensure my warriors and their females were cool with it.Clare had never asked. That made it doubly important to treat Rose’s request with due respect.My queen made a joke of it, saying she’d wondered for a second if I was going to tell her I’d done it already and she’d either forgotten or been unconscious.We looked at each other.“He really was a beast, wasn’t he?” I said, fishing a little.“Simone’s husband? The worst kind.”I’d noticed that, recently, she couldn’t bring herself to say his name. I decided I wouldn’t either. Willow was such an innocent.Alpha Lewis would pay as well, just as soon as he came within reach
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The Lycan's Acquisition Chapter Sixty-Five - Looking Forward
Rose’s POVTimo backed me up.“She’s right, my king.”“As always. I’ll see to it.”I calmed down after that, making arrangements in my head. Lolo was in my thoughts but my priorities were here.“Put Connor next to Simone. As for that – thing, I want his remains as far away as possible.”I couldn’t help the bitterness after the damage he’d done to my sister.“Noted. Anything else, Rose?”I was grateful he wasn’t grinning otherwise I would have lost it in front of everyone and pummelling the Lycan King’s chest is a good way to get a girl killed.“Let me tell my sister when they return. I don’t want to spoil things.”“Does she know about Brandon?”I shook my head. “She will be disappointed he’s staying put. Have you heard anything about her, this sorceress?”Everyone was looking at me as if I’d lost my mind. I was usually so respectful in company.“Only her name. Hyacinth. You have something in common,” he pointed out.“Adam, what are you trying to say?”He didn’t answer and I worked it
The Lycan's Acquisition Chapter Sixty-Four - Sons
Adam’s POVRose wasn’t in labour long. I thought I heard her murmur, “Sam,” before her eyes closed.I couldn’t decide who was more proud, Erica or me. My sister was back on her feet again and assured me the delivery had gone fine. Mom looked in as well, briefly. She was constantly tired these days, some of her spirit having left with the giving of so many pints of blood.George had examined her and informed me she just needed time to recover. The mage had been threatened by my half-brother so this untypical weakness wasn’t down to either of them.I named the eldest one Zak. He would be my heir. It was too early to tell if they would be light haired and that didn’t bother me any more.Alpha Horace of all people sent his congratulations. He made no mention of a treaty and nor did I.The border guards patrolled regularly and reported back there were no breaches. A poacher intruded once but they sent him to his Maker, the human God and feasted on the rabbits he’d snared.I wasn’t pleased
The Lycan's Acquisition Chapter Sixty-Three - The Rogue Threat
Willow’s POVWe had a traitor in our midst. It vexed me I didn’t have a clue who it was. Robert also looked shamefaced as if it was all his fault that intruders were trashing the place. Yet he’d stayed behind to do an almost impossible job prior to joining the Lycan pack. They’d been contained in one area but there were others barrelling in and we didn’t have the numbers to deal with them all. Or so I thought.I wanted to ask him about Sarah but didn’t like and now wasn’t either the time or the place.As it turned out, Lucy had been seeing a rogue on the sly. I couldn’t believe it at first; it was Nat who told me. By a strange coincidence it wasn’t Dean, Nathan or Benny but Felipe. What were the chances of me knowing him? I reckoned he was the best of a bad bunch. These loners sought allies and dropped them as easily as feral cats mated and moved on.Alvarez had allegedly murdered our father. I knew I wasn’t brave enough to seek revenge just yet, but maybe my mate would help.Then I b
The Lycan's Acquisition Chapter Sixty-Two - Red Riding
Willow’s POVIt was good to see Natalie again, though Joan had a worried frown on her face.“Don’t be scared,” I said. “The Lycan King’s not all bad.”Hearing a cough behind me, I went on to introduce Niall. I made it quite clear we were to be mated just in case Nat was getting any ideas.“I’m here to oversee the packing up and transporting of goods and chattels.”“What he means is – ”“We have a new master. Can’t say I’m sorry.”“But what’s to become of this place?” Joan fretted.Niall shrugged. “A tourist attraction, maybe a hotel. Is there somewhere we can freshen up?”“Of course. I’ll organise some food for everyone. How many men have you brought with you?”That was the housekeeper, ever practical.My mate took it the wrong way. “That’s need to know.”I hated the look of fright on the older woman’s face.“Joan’s only trying to help. She’s not the enemy,” I said.“Good job you’re here or I’d probably get on the wrong side of everyone,” he muttered. “Apologies, she-wolf. Understanda
The Lycan's Acquisition Chapter Sixty-One - One Last Attempt
Rose’s POV It was no use pleading with Adam. He was determined Alpha Connor should pay for his treachery and criminal lack of leadership qualities. “He can’t come back here, though I will find a place for Robert.” He grinned. “It will be nice to have more Omega she-wolves beneath me.” “Not literally, I hope.” I winced and touched my stomach but the pain soon went away. “When will Brandon be back?” My mate shrugged. “Who knows? I’m not an expert when it comes to dealing with an unscrupulous mage.” “Lolo’s missing him. They built up quite a rapport.” He took my hand and kissed it. “I’ll always be grateful to your sister for giving up her precious blood.” “But we still haven’t had that war. I mean, it was more of a bloodless takeover.” “Thankfully,” he said. I couldn’t believe the warmonger had just said that. I felt compelled to test him. “Do you think Alpha Horace has delusions of grandeur? I mean, historically, there used to be a King of Alphas. Once the notion’s in his head
The Lycan's Acquisition Chapter Sixty - Rescue Comes At A Price
Willow’s POVWhere did it all go wrong? When I saw Alpha Lewis’ face at the window or was it because I didn’t immediately say so to the Lycan?The bloodsuckers were out in numbers, up for a feeding frenzy, and the blonde woman I’d seen before was among them.“Jason will be pleased,” she said, flexing her fingers.I cringed to see the elongated nails, painted green.“How did you get in?” I blurted.“One of my little friends invited me,” she gushed. “Now, all you have to do is submit to your Alpha. Beckon him, or I’ll slit this one’s throat.”“No!” I shrieked.“Don’t do it, Lolo.”Niall looked so determined, so heroic I almost swooned.Jane removed the knife from his neck and pierced his skin with a fingernail.“So fresh,” she purred.“Run, girl!”I wanted to stay and watch the fight but for some reason I felt compelled to obey him. Mom had often told us your true mate would condition you to follow his lead. Had I found him? Alyssa was in no state to know. And it may be different with a
The Lycan's Acquisition Chapter Fifty-Nine - Making Plans
Adam’s POVSomething must be done about Hodges. I wouldn’t put it past him to welcome back the hybrid Alpha Lewis and declare himself his second. That wasn’t on.I knew Rose couldn’t understand why I was treating Reed so well. Women and warcraft didn’t mix, though Lycan females could make good warriors.She would never be alone with him but I did permit a catch up during which she learned that her sister was improving daily before she was abducted.And now, apparently, she had been rescued yet again. I really hoped Trevor was behaving himself around her, though suspected Niall would keep him in line.The positive thing was that we had another medic at last. It may not even be temporary which would mean Red Riding were vulnerable if and when there were casualties. I’d once tasked Rose with helping to avoid more bloodshed; now I was minded to teach this pack a lesson.Was there no loyalty among its so-called leaders? What an example to set.George had already informed me that the virus
The Lycan's Acquisition Chapter Fifty-Eight - Renewed Hope
Rose’s POVI couldn’t understand what all the fuss was about. I’d only ventured to the kitchen for a glass of water. Michaela was nowhere to be seen. I wouldn’t have known what to say to her anyway.Without his mark I felt incomplete.Adam’s relief on seeing me soon turned to the inevitable anger.“I told you to stay put, woman.”“And if I had this apparition might have taken me.”He’d been telling me how the mysterious visitor had simply vanished. Could there be a new threat in the form of a vengeful witch? I doubted it. But maybe Alpha Lewis had inherited some of Brandon’s magical qualities.If so, he needed taking down once and for all.Poor Seth came in for a roasting but anyone would have fallen for it. And Adam himself had taken the bait.Marcus had news for us as we ate later. It seemed Alpha Connor was acting strangely, his cousin’s cruel side coming to the fore in him. Rumours were rife that Alpha Horace was about to step in.He said he’d already informed Erica who was going
The Lycan's Acquisition Chapter Fifty-Seven - Concealment
Adam’s POVI was rapidly losing patience.“To do what? Is this a hoax?”Rose’s hand on my arm told me I’d been shouting. The silk shirt felt strange against my muscles and I’d only consented to wear it for her. And because Erica insisted.Mom was right to stay out of it.“Who’s here, Seth?” my queen asked.“Someone who says he used to be a Gamma.”“Hodges.”We said the name at the same time. Yet I couldn’t help thinking Niall was my third.Had he deserted us, too? Was he here on behalf of another, his new master perhaps?“Wait a few minutes. If I’m not back after that, sound the alarm for lockdown.”“Yes, my king.”“Adam, I’m coming with you.”“Don’t be difficult, Rose. Tell her, Mom.”But my mother just shrugged and said something about making tea.“At least take your bodyguard,” my mate pleaded.By the time I’d followed her advice it was too late. The cloaked figure – that was how Seth had described him – had vanished and when we dashed back to the chamber, my Omega queen was gone,
