Avery's POV I tripped and fell, my heart racing as I scrambled to get back to my feet. But before I could even move, I felt a presence looming over me, its dark energy suffocating. I tried to scream, but my voice was trapped in my throat. Just as all hope seems lost, I woke up with a gasp, my sheets drenched in sweat.I looked around my room, disoriented and confused. This was the second mysterious dream I'd had, and I couldn't shake off the feeling that it was trying to tell me something. The first dream had been strange and unsettling, but this one felt different. It felt like a warning, a warning that something was about to happen.I quickly got out of bed and prepared for breakfast, my mind still reeling from the dream. As I made my way downstairs, I found my grandfather already seated at the table, a warm smile on his face."Good morning, Avery!" he said, his eyes twinkling with warmth.I smiled back at him, trying to shake off the lingering fear from my dream. We sat down to ea
Avery's POV I narrowed my eyes, my mind racing with suspicion. My grandfather's hesitation had given him away, and I knew he was lying. "How did you know I was pregnant?" I asked, my voice firm.My grandfather contemplated for a moment, his expression hesitant. But then, he relented. "I knew from Alpha Red," he said, his voice measured. "During the celebration, he shared the news with me. He's worried about losing you and the child forever."I felt a shockwave run through me. Alpha Red had been talking about me? And my grandfather had actually discussed me with him? I couldn't believe it.I leaned forward, my curiosity piqued. "What did you discuss with Alpha Red?" I asked, my voice barely above a whisper. "What did he share with you?"My grandfather's expression turned serious, and he hesitated before speaking. "Alpha Red is worried about your safety, Avery. He's concerned that... certain people might try to harm you and the child."I felt a chill run down my spine. Certain people?
Avery's POV I forced myself to leave the cave, but a part of me was torn. I felt a strange connection to the dragon, and I couldn't shake the feeling that I was leaving something behind. As I turned to leave, a part of the rock fell, creating an opening. I immediately screamed for the dragon to go, but it was already chained.Having no choice, I decided to use my powers to free the dragon. I started to focus my energy, and to my surprise, I felt my powers surging through me. The chains began to loosen, and the dragon immediately spread its wings and flew out of the cave, leaving me alone.I watched as the dragon disappeared into the darkness, feeling a mix of emotions. I was relieved that the dragon was free, but I was also scared of what might happen next.As I turned to leave, I saw that the stairs behind me were starting to break apart. I rushed towards them with all my might, my heart pounding in my chest. I managed to reach the top of the staircase just as it collapsed behind me
Avery's POV I felt like I was drowning in a sea of confusion. The prophecy, the binding, the child... It was all too much to take in. I turned to the seer, hoping for some clarity. "Is my fate truly tied to the lycan now?" I asked, my voice shaking slightly.I turned to my grandfather, waiting for him to explain, to tell me that it wasn't true, that I had a choice. But he just gave me a small nod, his expression serious.The seer saw the confused look on my face and tried to explain further. "The prophecy cannot be changed, Avery," she said. "But the future rests in your hands. You have the power to shape your own destiny, to make choices that will affect the outcome."I felt a surge of uncertainty. What did it all mean? Was I truly bound to the lycan, or did I have a choice? And what about my child? Would they be safe?I felt like I was going to collapse, my mind reeling with the weight of the seer's words. I tried to process everything, but the more I thought about it, the more con
Avery's pov I looked at my grandfather, confusion etched on my face. "Why do you want to involve Alpha Red?" I asked, my tone laced with skepticism.My grandfather leaned back in his chair, a thoughtful expression on his face. "Alpha Red is the only one who can identify the problem and tell us what to do," he said, his voice measured.I immediately shook my head, my disagreement evident. "I don't think that's a good idea," I said, my mind racing back to my time in Alpha Red's pack. "I was once a part of his pack, and I don't think he's capable of solving our case."My grandfather's eyes narrowed slightly, his gaze piercing as he studied me. He said nothing for a moment, and I wondered if I had overstepped. But then, he spoke, his voice low and even. "Alpha Red has recently solved a case involving an attack on one of his pack members. The little girl is safe, and the culprit is on trial."I felt a jolt of surprise, my eyes widening as I processed the information. I had been invested i
Avery's POV Perhaps they had a past that I didn't know about? Maybe they had worked together on a case before, or shared a secret that only they knew? I looked at my grandfather, searching for answers, but his expression remained calm and inscrutable.I walked out of the throne room, lost in thought as I made my way back to my quarters. Suddenly, a hand reached out from the shadows and yanked me into a dark corner. I tried to scream, but a hand clamped over my mouth, holding me in place.I struggled and kicked, but my attacker was too strong. Just as I was starting to feel panicked, I looked up to see Alpha Red's face inches from mine. His eyes were intense, and his voice was low and commanding. "Be silent, Avery. I only want to talk to you. Try not to scream."I glared at him, but he slowly released his grip on my mouth. I took a deep breath, preparing to scream again, but before I could make a sound, Alpha Red's lips crashed down on mine.I was shocked, my mind reeling as his kiss
Avery's POV My heart skipped a beat as I watched Alpha Red move towards me, his wet body gleaming in the dim light. My eyes scanned him from head to toe, and I couldn't deny the way my body reacted to the sight of him. It was as if my heart was racing, and my skin was tingling with awareness.Alpha Red seemed to sense my reaction, and a smirk spread across his face. He walked even closer, his eyes locked on mine, and I felt compelled to take a step back. The air seemed to vibrate with tension as he towered over me, his presence both intimidating and exhilarating."Why are you in my room?" he asked, his deep voice sending a shiver down my spine.I noticed that he was angry, but also curious. His eyes seemed to bore into mine, as if searching for answers. I cleared my throat, trying to compose myself. "I came to call you down for breakfast," I replied, trying to sound nonchalant.Alpha Red raised an eyebrow, his expression even more amused. "Why did you come instead of the maid?" he as
Avery's POV Alpha Red's grip on my hands tightened as he pinned them above my head. His eyes locked onto mine, and he pointed out, "Your nipples are already erect, Avery. You can't hide your body's reaction to me."I scoffed, trying to sound confident despite the heat rising to my face. "If anything is erect, it's probably your manhood," I retorted, trying to deflect attention from my own body's betrayal.Alpha Red chuckled, his eyes glinting with amusement. "Do you want to see to be sure?" he asked, his voice low and husky.I held my breath as he reached down, his hand hovering over the towel that was barely covering him. I felt a surge of anticipation, mixed with mortification, as I waited to see what he would do next.But instead of removing the towel, Alpha Red just watched me, a smirk on his face. He laughed, calling me a pervert, which only made me more mortified. I felt my face burning with embarrassment as I realized I had been caught wanting to see him, to know if he was ind
Alpha Red's POV I called out to my daughter, Power, or Rubik as I liked to call her, as she ran across her room. She tried to hide, but I was too quick. I grabbed her and swung her around, her laughter and giggles filling the air.Just as we were having the time of our lives, the door to the room opened, and Avery stepped inside. She looked around the room, taking in the mess, and her expression turned stern. She gave me and Power a disapproving glare, and we both froze, caught in the act.Avery walked towards us, her frown deepening. "What happened here?" she demanded, pointing at the mess.I pointed at Power, and she pointed right back at me. I gave her an exasperated look, but she just made a face, her eyes sparkling with mischief.Avery shook her head, a hint of a smile on her lips. "You two are something else," she said. "Do you have any idea how hard it is to keep this room tidy?"I shrugged, Power still in my arms. "It's not a burden you should always bear," I said. "Besides,
Callista's POV As I stood there, tears streaming down my face, I thought I heard a familiar voice calling my name. But I was sure it was just my mind playing tricks on me. That was until I heard it again, clearer this time.I lifted my head, and my eyes scanned the room frantically. And then, I saw him. Ryker was standing there, a gentle smile on his face. I thought my eyes were playing tricks on me, but as he moved closer, I knew it was really him.I rushed towards him, throwing my arms around him and bursting into tears. "I was so scared," I sobbed, relief washing over me.Ryker hugged me back, holding me tightly. "I'm okay, Callista," he whispered. "I'm okay."I pulled away, scanning his body, and my eyes widened in surprise. He was fully healed. Not a single scratch or bruise marred his perfect skin."How?" I asked, my voice shaking with wonder.Ryker smiled calmly. "I'm a werewolf, remember? My healing ability is high. And the witch helped to fasten the process."I nodded, feeli
Third POV Tears streamed down Callista's face as she desperately tried to stem the flow of blood from Ryker's chest wound. His eyes, once bright and full of life, now seemed dull and sunken, and his coughing up blood only added to her distress. She felt helpless, unsure of how to save him.Just as she was starting to lose hope, the rescue team arrived, and gently but quickly, they lifted Ryker onto a stretcher, carrying him away to the infirmary along with the other injured ones. Callista watched, her heart heavy with worry, as they disappeared into the distance.As she stood there, lost in her thoughts, she heard Avery calling out her name. She turned to see her sister rushing towards her, a look of concern etched on her face. Avery immediately enveloped her in a tight hug, holding her close as Callista broke down in tears."I'm so sorry, Avery," Callista sobbed, her body shaking with grief. "I was so scared."Avery held her close, whispering words of comfort in her ear. "You're alr
Avery's POV I stood atop the Moon Palace walls, my eyes fixed on the battle unfolding before me. The war had finally begun, and my people were fighting valiantly alongside Alpha Red's pack. I could see Alpha Red himself, his massive form standing tall at the war front, far from the main gates of the Moon Palace.The vampire monarch and his men had arrived, their dark forms swarming across the battlefield like a plague. The clash of steel on steel echoed through the air, and I could feel the ground shaking beneath my feet.Despite Alpha Red's strength and experience, I couldn't help but worry about him. The sheer number of vampire armies seemed to be pushing our lines back, and I could see the main gates of the Moon Palace coming under attack.My instincts kicked in, and I raised my arms, summoning a fierce gust of wind to block the vampires' advance. The air was filled with the sound of snarling and snapping, as our people clashed with the enemy.I fought with everything I had, but i
Alpha Red's POV Avery turned to me, her eyes sparkling with determination. "Where do you think Callista's people should stand in the Moon Palace?" she asked.I considered her question for a moment before responding. "I think they should be held back, kept out of sight from the enemy. They should be our last resort."Avery nodded, understanding my reasoning. "The dragon army is known for their ability to cause destruction by burning down the enemy. It would make the fight easier, but..."I completed her sentence, my voice low and serious. "We might not get who were truly after."Avery's eyes locked onto mine, and I could see the unspoken name hanging in the air. "The Dark Lord," she whispered.I nodded, my jaw clenched in determination. "Yes. I believe the only way to defeat the Dark Lord and his people for good is to make sure he's there before we burn the army of vampires. There's a possibility he won't show up at the war front, that he'll be the last resort as well."Avery nodded,
Avery's POV Callista walked into the meeting room, and I asked her, "Are your people prepared?"She nodded. "Yes, they're ready. However, my guards will start moving a day before the war. The north is far from where the war will take place, so we need to give them a head start."I smiled, relieved to hear this news. "Thank you, Callista. That's a big help."Just then, a guard entered the room, carrying a letter. "Avery, this just arrived for you," he said, handing me the letter.I opened it, scanning the contents. My army commander's words jumped off the page, and my heart began to pound. He wrote that his scouts had infiltrated the kingdom and discovered that the vampires had already sent half of their army to hide around the Moon Palace. They planned to wait for the rest of their forces to arrive before launching a surprise attack. But what caught my attention was the timeline - they planned to attack by tomorrow night.I felt a surge of adrenaline as I continued to read. My comman
Avery's POV Callista's eyes blazed with a fierce intensity as she pressed a knife to my throat, pinning me against the wall. "Never hurt Avery," she hissed, her voice low and menacing. "Or you'll regret it."I was taken aback by her sudden threat, but I quickly regained my composure. With a swift motion, I grabbed her hand and twisted it behind her back, pinning her against the wall with her face pressed against the cold stone."If anyone should be threatening anyone to never hurt Avery, it's me," I growled, my eyes locked on hers. "I don't trust you yet, Callista."Callista's voice was muffled against the wall, but I could still make out her words. "I never want to hurt Avery," she said, her tone sincere.I raised an eyebrow, my grip on her tightening. "The same applies to me," I said. "But even though we can't trust each other, we're both important in Avery's life. Which means we have to give each other the benefit of the doubt."Callista's voice was laced with a hint of desperatio
Alpha Red's POV I woke up to Avery's peaceful slumber, her chest rising and falling with each gentle breath. I smiled to myself, feeling a sense of contentment wash over me. I slowly got out of bed, trying not to disturb her, and made my way to the shower.After a refreshing shower, I returned to Avery's side and gently kissed her lips. She stirred slightly, but didn't wake up. I smiled and whispered, "I'll be back soon, my love."I left the room, closing the door quietly behind me. As I entered the sitting room, I saw Callista already seated, sipping a cup of tea. I walked over to her, my expression stoic, and sat down in front of her."What information do you have for me, Callista?" I asked, my voice firm but polite.Callista raised an eyebrow, her eyes flashing with a hint of annoyance. "I'm not your servant, Alpha Red," she said, her voice dripping with sarcasm. "But I'll grudgingly share some information with you. My men spotted some suspicious movement at night. There are trace
Avery's POV As I entered the room, Alpha Red's eyes locked onto mine, and he strode towards me with a sense of urgency. He pulled me into his arms, his lips crashing down on mine in a passionate kiss. I felt a rush of excitement and relief at being reunited with him.When we finally broke apart, Alpha Red asked, "Why didn't you come back earlier? I received your letter, and I was thankful for it, but I was starting to panic."I apologized, feeling a pang of guilt for worrying him. "I'm sorry for bothering you, but there was something I had to handle, and I didn't mean to keep you waiting."Alpha Red's eyes narrowed slightly, and he asked, "Is there any reason to guess what that something was?"I shook my head, smiling wryly. "It's exactly what you're thinking. It's about the upcoming war. I had to check on the pack's progress and see how they're holding up."Alpha Red's expression turned serious, and he asked, "What's the update?"I filled him in on my conversation with Darius, telli