Aidinth and I walked to our room, after visiting a while longer, and he said, "What do you think about leaving today?" I said, "That really doesn't seem like a bad idea, but we have the funeral tomorrow morning. We really can't miss that. What do you think about leaving after that?" He said, "We can do that. Why don't we take some time to ourselves in the next town over today? I would really like to see you relax today. Tomorrow is going to be intense on so many levels, I would just really like to see you rest today." I said, "Now that the park is done, the kids won't be bugging us. Do you want to just chill in here all day? I would like to stay close, just in case someone needs us." He said, "Okay. But I will bring our meals in here. I don't want you going out of this room unless someone needs us. Okay?"
Of course, that didn't last long. Queen Nina called and asked us to come to the conference room. We made it there, and King Tatsuo said, "Princess Chloe, can you tell me ab
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After King Tatsuo left our room, Aidinth and I ate our breakfast, then I decided I had better start getting ready to go. After I showered, I walked into our closet and put on the most basic, black, long sleeve dress I had. I put on my black knee-length boots and walked to my makeup table. I blow dried my hair and put it in a high bun. I kept makeup to a minimum, doing nothing with my eyes, because I knew I would have streaks of makeup running down my face, if I did. I turned around and Aidinth said, "Stunning." I laughed, "I don't understand. I literally have no makeup on, this dress is as basic as they come, and my hair is just in a bun. What is so stunning about me right now?" He smiled, "You. The fact that you are beautiful on the outside, the fact that you are a beautiful person. The fact that you glow because you are carrying my children. All of it. The clothes you wear, the way you wear your hair, and the amount of makeup you wear is not what makes you beautiful. You radiate b
We went back to the castle and walked straight to our room. I said, "Ugh! That was hard to get through." He said, "Yeah. That's the thing about suicide. Not only is it a permanent solution to a temporary problem, but it's also a pretty selfish solution to a problem." I said, "True, but when you're the one going through the problem, it's not so easy to get through. And I would say having a child pass away is a pretty permanent problem. Don't you think?" He looked at me curiously, "Chloe, is there something you would like to tell me about?" I said, "I tried committing suicide when I was younger. The only reason I wasn't successful is my werewolf healing." He sat on the bed and pulled me onto his lap. "Why and how?" I said, "When I was thirteen, things started piling up on me. I was being bullied in school, I was having horrific visions and I had no way to process them. I knew nothing about what was happening to me, except that all of these people in these visions depended on m
As Aidinth started the car and put it in gear, he asked, "So what was that thing you just did with my parents?" I said, "The holding hands thing?" He nodded and I said, "Well, your mom was in the sitting room, crying, when we saw her. When I went to your dad's office, he had tears falling. I felt like they should be supporting each other instead of hiding the tears from each other." He took my hand and said, "You really are a special kind of Princess, Chloe. My family is so lucky to have you in it and I am the luckiest for getting to live with you for the rest of my life." I said, "I'm not that special. I did what any loving person would do." He said, "That's the thing; there really aren't many loving people around, anymore." We drove up a mountain, and I started seeing absolutely beautiful scenery. It almost took my breath away. When we got over the treetops, I could see the beautiful deep, dark green of all the evergreens and the oranges, yellows and reds of all the other
When he opened the French doors leading to our bedroom, I gasped. It was huge! As soon as I walked in, I looked to my left and saw a big, fluffy couch that had bookshelves on one end and behind it, with a fireplace centered between two sets of bookcases. The entire wall, opposite the door, was windows. They were massive and led to the most amazing view! The view overlooked the cliff and the scenery below. When I looked to my left, I could see our king-size bed facing the wall of windows. I do love the idea of waking up to that view. Along the other wall, there are two sets of French doors. I open one set to find any woman's dream closet. It's the size of a small bedroom! Two walls have hanging rods on either side. The wall on the end has a series of shelves and drawers, with shoe racks all the way across that wall, from the floor to about three feet high! I doubt that I will ever need this much shoe space. There is also a considerable size bench to sit on while you dress in
I could smell that it was a wild wolf and not a werewolf or a rogue wolf. I reached out and he walked to me and let me pet him. I said, "You are so sweet. Do you sense Saige? Is that why you're so friendly?" He looked back toward the tree line, and I said, "What's wrong?" He walked toward the tree line, and I followed him. He stopped just inside the woods and looked to his left. I looked in that direction and there was another wolf laying on the ground. I walked up to her, and she just whimpered at me. She was pregnant and I said, "What's up little mama?" I examined her closer and realized the first pup was breach. I said, "I have to do this sweetie, don't bite me mom or dad." I reached in with two fingers and turned the pup to where he was headfirst. Mama pushed hard, and he almost came flying out. I caught him, laughing, and massaged his little body until he started whimpering. I put him close to mama and noticed there was another one coming out. This one was white. I gasped as I
I woke the next morning in our bed and immediately had to run to bathroom. As I started throwing up, Aidinth held my hair back for me. After I was done, I said, "I hope this isn't going to be how I start my day every day for the rest of my pregnancy." He said, "Do I need to contact the doctor and get you some medicine?" I said, "No, it's only once a day. It could be a lot worse." I should probably just keep a couple crackers by the bed. My grandma said that helps. Aidinth said, "Okay." After he walked out, I brushed my teeth and put on my robe. I walk out of the bathroom and said, "How about some breakfast omelets?" He said, "That sounds awesome." I walk downstairs and start breakfast. I'm chopping ham into cubes, when Aidinth walks in and asks, "Anything I can help with?" I said, "Sure, you can chop the onions and bell peppers for me." He started chopping the onion, and asked, "Is this okay?" I said, "That's great." I started whipping the eggs while the butter heated in the
When I opened my eyes, I saw those hypnotizing green eyes that I fell in love with on first sight. "Welcome back," Aidinth smirked. I smiled and said, "Thank you. This is so amazing." Selene was still standing there when I said, "Thank you, Selene. My dragon is beautiful and is definitely getting along with Saige." She smiled, "I knew they would. They complement each other well. If you do need them to quiet down, you will need to strengthen your wall. Just imagine the wall you normally put up for Saige, but with stronger materials." I said, "I will do that." She said, "Are you ready for your first shift?" I said, "I am." I turned to Aidinth and said, "Just wait until you see her." He smiled, "I can't wait. But I need to know if I can take a picture of her. Dad wants me to send him one." I smiled, "Of course." I undressed and got down on all fours and let Kina come forward. As I shifted, it was slightly painful, but not really too bad. It did feel weird on my skin, growing sc
Our week at the house was a dream come true. I learned to fly and got very good at it. Rex and Kina got to play in the sky for a few days, before it was time to come home. We've been back at the castle for a week and now I am in full preparations mode for the crowning ceremony. I have two days until the ceremony, and I am so excited. The crowning ceremony is a lot like a wedding. It binds the prince and the princess together for life. The mate bond already does that, but the ceremony is to let the entire world know that we are bound together for life, and I wouldn't have it any other way. I have already started decorating the ballroom, and the crown was just delivered. It is exactly the way I wanted it. I think the only person more excited than me is Queen Chumani. She has been buzzing around this castle all week making sure that everything is perfect. My grandparents and my brother are coming up today. I hope my stepbrothers will be here too. I kinda miss them. My plan for
What a ride we have had in these last ten years. Aidinth and I are still blissfully happy with each other, and our kids are amazing. We are still being called to areas around the world to host anti-poaching campaigns. My favorites have been to China, to protect the pandas, and to Africa to protect the wild cats. I fell in love with the wild versions of these animals. The werebears and werecats have been trying to protect themselves as well as the full blood version with a fierceness that I have not seen anywhere else. Mainly because they were getting desperate. Aidinth and I went there and ended up calling Luna Abby in for reinforcements. The poachers for these animals are willing to kill and die for the money they expect to receive for the parts they keep of these animals. It’s crazy and stupid. Money should never be the driving force behind what we do. These poachers do not get it though. We had a lot of poachers locked up in those areas. They won’t be getting out any time soon ei
Six weeks later, we are at home, and I am downright miserable. I am waddling everywhere I go, and Aidinth, somehow, still thinks I'm cute. Today, we have company. Both of my brothers came up to visit and brought Sergio and his wife with them. We have been having a blast. Luna Abby came up yesterday with Alpha Damien and told us that the anti-poaching event in Alaska went great. So far, they have locked up one hundred eighty poachers. They think some may have chosen to get out of poaching altogether. We were all absolutely thrilled at that news. Today, Adrien and Julien came over to meet Sergio, Zaiden, and Allen. They all went on a walk around the woods, and we visited while Luna Abby and I cooked dinner. In the middle of cooking dinner, I felt a warm liquid rush down my legs. I whispered to Luna Abby, "I think my water just broke." She looked at my feet and said, I think so too. She smiled, "Let's get the doctor. Okay?" I nodded and she grabbed my phone. I logged in and she
Saturday morning, I woke up and jumped out of bed. I am so excited about this Pow Wow. I love them so much! Aidinth has never been to one, so he has no idea what to expect. I am super excited, so as soon as I’m done in the shower, I get dressed and walk downstairs. I decide that I want to make Indian frybread, after I finish making breakfast, to set the mood for the Pow Wow. As Aidinth and I are eating breakfast, Luna Abby calls to tell me they are in the building and there must be five thousand people there. I was floored. She said that King Uther made it, along with a few of his warriors, and Gryphon plans on showing up with a unicorn and Pegasus. I chuckled, “Be on the lookout for Sid. You know how he likes to make an entrance.” Luna Abby laughed, “Oh yes he does.” We finished talking about the arrangements, and the plan for the presentation, then we ended the call because she had people approaching her to introduce themselves. I smiled, knowing the event is in good hands
As we sat on the couch eating snacks and laughing at movies, I couldn’t help but wonder what is happening with Luna Abby. I’m sure she is still flying or driving, but it’s eating at me. Aidinth pauses the movie and smiles at me, “You can’t get out of Princess mode, can you?” I shrug my shoulders, “I’m just wondering where they are. That’s all. I know Luna Abby will keep me informed. She’s amazing at that. It just bugs me.” He pulled me close to him, “Do you need to go bake something?” I laughed, “You know me so well. I may need to do that. Let’s finish watching this movie, then I will think about it.” That is when my phone rang. I answered on the first ring without even looking to see who is calling, “Hello?” To my relief, it was Luna Abby, “Hey Princess Chloe, I have Alpha Damien, Gideon Begay, his mate Willow Begay, his brother and second in command, Denali Begay, and his mate, Isla Begay.” I put the phone on speaker and said, “Hello everyone, I am Princess Chloe Bergeron
Aidinth and I sat on the couch, napping, laughing, and watching TV for the rest of the day. Once in a while, I would step outside to check on the wolves. It is so good to see their pups thriving. It feels good to know that I had something to do with that. The white pup has learned to camouflage himself on his own now. The only time he doesn’t is when he is going in our garage for the night. He knows that he is safe in there. I woke up this morning seeing much more sunlight than I am used to seeing. I looked around and realized I’m still on the couch! Did Aidinth leave me down here? I started to get up and found that an arm had a vice-like grip on me. I’m sure it’s just to keep me from falling off, but I really need to pee. I tapped his arm, and he instinctively loosened his hold, without waking up. I walked upstairs to our room, and did my business, then took my shower. I dried myself off and walked to the closet. I put on a pair of maternity leggings and a huge t shirt, bec
Wow. The last three months have been a whirlwind. It has been three months since the event in Louisiana, and it was a major success. The local humans have joined the game wardens in keeping an eye out for poachers. Sergio has discovered that it’s mostly people who come in from out of state that are poaching. The locals who were poaching got caught very quickly after the event. Their own family or friends turned them in. It was nuts for them for a little while, but things have settled down a lot for them. Right now, I’m sitting with Aidinth at the doctor’s office, waiting for my doctor to come in the room. As she enters, she smiles, “So, would you like to find out what you’re having today?” I smiled, “I would love to know, so we can prepare.” She brought the ultrasound machine in, but it didn’t look like the same one she usually uses. I asked, “What is different about that machine?” She explained, “This is a high-definition ultrasound. If we can get them in the right position
When we got to the airport, Aidinth watched the guys unload the car with wide eyes, “Was there anything left in the store?” I laughed, “I couldn’t help it! They had all my favorite clothes in every size that I’m going to need.” He laughed as he wrapped his arms around me, “It’s fine, my love. I know you need them.” Then he put his hands on my belly, “They did seem to triple in size overnight.” I nodded, “I know.” We got on the plane, and I sat down. I took a deep breath and suddenly felt a little flutter in my stomach. I put my hand on it, and it happened again. This time, I could feel it from the outside too. I must have had a weird look on my face, because Aidinth asked, “Are you okay?” I smiled, “More than okay.” I motioned for him to sit down, and he did. I took his hand and put it over the spot where the baby was moving. His eyes glistened with unshed tears, “That is the coolest thing ever. That’s my child in there.” I nodded and he kissed me tenderly, then he said, “Things are
As we made it to town, I started noticing kids just walking around town. I asked Queen Judia, "What's going on with the kids? Why are they just walking around?" She shrugged her shoulders, "I really don't think they have much to do. They are in town, because it's more boring at home, and there is no school today." I asked, "Do you have a fairly large area that I can use to give them something to do?" She said, "We have a park, but it's not that big. It's mainly for the little ones. But it is big enough to add on to it." I smiled, "Why don't we go over there first. Seeing these kids like this is really bugging me." Queen Judia laughed, "Let's go." When we got to the park, I agreed that this was mainly for little kids. I smiled, "Let's give the bigger kids something to do." I suggested, "First, how about an obstacle course?" The kids gathered around us, and I greeted them all, "Hey guys! I'm about to improve your park, so there is something for you all to do. First, how
When we got back to King Mateo’s castle, we ate a late dinner, and sat outside in lounge chairs by the water and just enjoyed each other’s company. We had been talking and laughing until I heard a hiss, and a ball was thrown into my lap. I laughed as King Mateo shook his head, “Chloe, you have spoiled him beyond belief.” I laughed at Hugo, “Youaren’tspoiled, are you, Hugo? You just love me.” Hugo nodded his head and made a hissing sound that sounded like a laugh. Everyone laughed at what he did. Queen Judia laughed, “Chloe, you make him do things that I have never seen him do.” I laughed, “That’snothing. Watch this.” Then I looked at Hugo, “Can I hug you, Hugo?” He nodded his head and I levitated him to my eye level. I was petting his face, and said, “I need a hug. Is that okay?” He nodded and I wrapped my arms around him and hugged him. Aidinth chuckled, “I never thought I would be jealous of an alligator.” I put Hugo down and tossed the ball f