I feel weird as I drive up to Luca’s house. I am not sure if I was ready for this or not. Luca came over last night and told me about meeting with several council members. They had congratulated him on finding me. I guess vampires finding their beloveds are even rarer than a werewolf finding their mate. I did ask why, and Luca explained that since vampires live so long, the chance of them finding their beloved is low. It does make sense, but it is also sad at the same time. He told me that most vampires choose their beloved. I understand why everyone was so thrilled when Luca found me. I asked Dad if he was ok with all of this. He told me that he always felt I would have a supernatural for a mate. He told me he couldn’t explain why he felt like this but always knew this would happen. I don’t think he figured it would be a vampire and the vampire king. I pulled into the driveway and parked beside Luca’s car. Avalon will be up here tomorrow. She has a few classes today. I
I smiled as I walked out of the bathroom. I saw the awe on Sienna’s face when she saw our bathroom. I also saw the moment when her eyes locked on the tub. I walked over and took her bath, knowing she needed something to relax her. I knew she was stressed about coming over here. She still thought my family would be mad at her about what happened earlier in the week. They weren’t; it eased her nerves when Mom and Dad hugged her. I knew she would spend a decent amount of time in the bath, so I knew Rico and I had time to discuss everything. He had assured me that he already had a couple of people in mind to keep Sienna safe. I had made some of my guards follow Zeke and Paulina and ensure they left on the plane. My mouth went dry when I walked back into our room. Sienna was standing in front of the window, looking like a dream. I smirked when I realized she was wearing one of my shirts. I waited for her to realize I was there, but she never did. She appeared to be lost in tho
I can’t believe that happened last night. I am still feeling the after-effects. I admit I was terrified of having sex with Luca. I have only been with one guy who I thought was big. He was nothing compared to Luca. I had felt Luca through his boxers the few times our make-out sessions had escalated, so I knew Luca was big. I am glad he stopped us from going for another round this morning. As much as I wanted to, I was unsure if my body could have handled it. I was surprised when he bathed me last night and again this morning. The few vampires I had been around always seemed arrogant, conceited assholes. I knew one had a beloved, and from the way he talked with Dad and looked at me when I was around him, I couldn’t picture him being sweet like that to her. I will ask Luca after this meeting. I am still not sure why I am involved in this meeting, but I guess I am about to find out. I was excited to see Whitney and Lainey. I am sure Luca was laughing at my reaction. I don’t
I am not sure how much more shit my little sunrise can take. Since we saw each other that day in the cafe, some deep dark secret has come to the surface. I knew she was special when I saw her, but I had no idea she was this special. I was not surprised about her strength. Finding out how sensitive her hearing was, was a tad surprising. Vampires and the fae both have extremely sensitive hearing, so again not a huge surprise. The shocking part was finding out that my little sunrise could talk to and control the shadows, not to mention she could teleport. Other creatures can teleport but must see where they want to go visually. Sienna can think of a place and teleport herself there. “Could she have magic capabilities like the fae?” Viktor asks. “It's possible. I did ask her that, but she told me no. However, I have noticed that she can make things appear out of nowhere. I don’t think she realises she is even doing it. I also will hear her mumble in some weird language, and
I am unsure if I am more pissed off or surprised at everyone in the room. After our meeting three days ago, I called the others on my council for a meeting. When I explained why this meeting was taking place, everyone was shocked. I didn’t tell them why I met with a dark fae. They don’t need to know about Sienna’s powers and heritage. I am more than comfortable with them believing that she is human now. I spoke with Dad about it, and he agreed that, for now, they don’t need to know. I trust most of them, but as I figured, Zeke is having a temper tantrum. He was against us forging alliances with both packs, the witch coven, and the fae. When I told them about meeting with Jakari, he lost his mind. He has been on his rant for about ten minutes, and it is on my last nerve. Zeke is being overly argumentative and combative today. I mean, the guy is always an asshole, but today is being an even bigger ass than normal. I might need this opportunity to kick his ass off the council
I don’t care that I am going to be queen. I am still going to live how I want. Luca has been occupied in a meeting with Jackson and the others all day, trying to finalize this alliance with Jakari. He wanted me there, but I told him no. I have classes all day, and just because I will be his queen doesn’t mean I will not finish my second degree. I haven’t told them that I already have a master's degree in IT. The plus side of being able to talk with and travel using the shadows. No one can trace where my location. If only they knew everything I have hacked into, they would probably shit themselves. I love computers, but art and painting are my life, so I am back here getting another master's degree in art and art history. I still need to reschedule my exhibit at some point. I had to recently fire my manager since the bitch was bad-mouthing me and stealing for me. Luckily Kirk, of all people, knew someone, and he helped me get everything she stole back and made it seem like s
I open my eyes but then close them. Why is the fucking light in here so bright? I slowly open them again and notice that the light has been dimmed. I open them all the way and look around. I have no idea where I am. I last remember being at the table with Luca and his family having dinner when an intense pain ripped through my body. I try to sit up, but it hurts too damn much. I push myself back against the wall the bed is pushed up against. I look around the room but still don’t recognize anything here. It is not the hospital that I was in when Luca was attacked. “Where am I?” I whisper. “You are in the fae realm. We had to bring you here when you passed out at dinner.” A female voice says. “Esmerelda?” I ask. “Yes, don’t move too much, Sienna.” She tells me. “What happened?” I ask. She starts to tell me something when I hear a loud growl as the door to my room slams against the wall. There stands Luca. The look on his face is between anger and worry, but a smi
My little sunrise is up to something. She has been here for a week, and things have been good, but she is constantly digging through those boxes containing her mother’s belongings. She has also been on her computer a lot. I have left her alone for the most part, but I know she is up to something. Bernard and Bianca had to return home but promised they would return soon. I asked if Rico, Viktor, or myself could help her, but she told us she knew what she was looking for. I did ask Jakari to come. She did show me the book that she found amongst her mothers belonging. I asked her what else she had found, and she said she didn’t want to say until she had more information. I guess that is fair enough. Dallas still hasn’t found any new leads on Cavallo’s location. It is like he dropped off the face of the planet. Not sure where the asshole is hiding, but we will find him. I am looking for my little sunrise, but she doesn’t appear anywhere in this castle. “Let me guess she was
Sienna One Year Later He had better be fucking ecstatic with this outcome. If he thinks I am doing this again, he has lost his fucking mind. I watch as Luca holds both of our boys. Yes, I just had twin boys. They both have my hair color, but they have his eyes. They are identical, and they are super damn cute. Iyrandi is almost two now and carefully watches her father hold her brothers. She was very excited when she learned she would be a big sister. I was happy when I learned that I was pregnant again. I knew something was off with this pregnancy by the third month. We were told we had twin boys when we went in for our ultrasound when I was four months along. Luca fainted as I started laughing. Uncle Jakari had warned us that the fae is famous for having multiples. He was not wrong. Andre found his beloved in Grandpa Linus’s kingdom. She is a very distant cousin of mine, and we get along well. They also just found out they are having quadruplets. I thought Andre wa
Luca Six months Later I lean back in my chair, looking down at the little girl lying on my bare chest. My little Iyrandi was born two days ago. She was born a month earlier than expected, but she is perfect. She is tiny with a head of chestnut brown hair and eye, the perfect mix of mine and her mother's. She looks more like Sienna, which I am fine with. She is perfect and is my little princess. I glance over at her mother, who is sleeping on our bed. I was surprised at how smoothly the delivery went. I was terrified that she was a month early, but everything turned out fine. I carefully stand up, place my little princess down, and quickly slip a shirt on. I pick her back up as Tigo makes himself known. I look down at the little demon. They have been fascinated with my little princess since we returned home. They slept in the crib with her last night. I feared they might lay on her, but they were cuddled along Sienna when I woke this morning. “Did something happen?” I
I left the castle for a few hours while Luca slept. The shadows kept an eye on him, so I would know when he was awake. I had to ensure no one saw the three of us, so we used the shadows. I laughed when we arrived, where we met Linus and his father. Deter and Palamo damn near vomited, which happens if you are not used to traveling using the shadows. I am used to it, but it never bothered me, even the first time I used them to travel. I have no idea why, but whatever. I let them rest for a bit before we entered the building. “I am going to guess that they haven’t travelled using the shadows before?” A male voice said. I whipped around, ready to kick some ass, when I stopped. Standing there were two faes, and I knew right away that they were my father’s father and grandfather. My dad looked more like his mother, but I could see a family resemblance in both men before me. They took a few steps towards us but stopped when I growled at them. We might be meeting them, but that s
I let out a groan as I try to move my arm. I can’t see to move it, and I slam my eyes shut when the bright light assaults them. I try to turn over, but again something is stopping me. I opened my eyes and saw my little sunrise pressed against me. She had her arm across my chest, and one leg was thrown over mine. I bring my other across my body and run my finger along her cheek. She has this glow to her, and I know it is because she is carrying my child. She moves but doesn’t wake up. I look around the room, and that is when I realise I am in the hospital. That’s when it all comes back to me. “Calm down, if you get upset then she will feel it.” Bernard says. “How long have I been out?” I ask. “Just over 24 hours. The others are just waking up too. Everyone is fine. No one was seriously injured. All of you had minor injures and allof you will be sore for a few days, but thankfully that is it.” Bernard answers. “Sienna hasn’t left your side since you were brought in.
I was not happy to find out that my father’s fae family had spoken with Cavallo. That guy is on my last nerve. He had been on my last nerve for a while, but now that I am pregnant, my nerve is much shorter. It is time for him to get lost. Luca told my dad and me they wanted to sit down and talk with us, but I am unsure about that plan. I don’t trust them since they threatened my dad’s mom. I find this whole situation highly suspicious. I would like to talk with them, and I want Quade and Deter there. Those two can both sense when someone is lying. I can tell that Luca is not on board with this idea. Between his facial expressions and the fact that I can feel everything he is feeling in our bond tells me that he would rather I not be in their presence. “I think our first meeting should be over the computer. I want Quade and Deter in the background since they both can sense when someone is lying. This isn’t sitting well with me but the shadows are calm and don’t seem to have
I kiss my little sunrise’s shoulder as I wake up. I was not expecting that last night from her. Jakari had warned me that pregnant fae women are more demanding and will take what they want, and he was not joking. I wasn’t expecting her to use the shadows to restrain me but fuck; it was hot. She kept telling me I didn’t need to baby her, and she was right. She gave as good as she got last night. I peel myself from her soft creamy skin and walk into the bathroom. Fuck, every muscle in me is sore, but considering why I don’t care. I smile as I walk out of the bathroom. Sienna is still sound asleep. I kiss her temple as I quietly leave the room. I ran into Liam and Jaraki as we walked down the hallway. I heard Laim snicker and caught a slight smirk on Jaraki’s face. “What is this?” I ask. “It will help your aching muscles. I can tell you didn’t heed my warning the last time we talked.” Jakari comments. I roll my eyes, but I am not mad—these assholes. I smirk at Laim whe
I would have enjoyed my day with the others if the shadows hadn’t started whipping around me and talking. They were talking so much, not to mention they were talking over each other, that I couldn’t understand a fucking thing they were saying. They sounded like a bunch of gossipy women. I was getting a migraine the more and more they talked. I wanted nothing more than to tell them to shut the fuck up, but I couldn’t without looking crazy. I do catch a few words they say. Of course, one stands out, Cavallo. We knew he would be here, so that is not a surprise. What is a surprise is that he is close and watching us. I’ll give him this much; the guy has some balls. I could calm the shadows down enough for them to tell me that Cavallo and his goons were talking with two faes as we spoke. I peek through the shadows, and I know who they are. I recognize one, and since the one I recognize looks like the other one, I figure he must be the other’s father. “We have a fucking proble
We had left a week before they had. I wanted to get there and get everything set up. I informed my guys that we needed to engage them right away. I want them to think that they are out of the woods and that nothing will happen. We are currently staying in a house in the closest city to the royal kingdom we can get. It is on neutral ground but still an hour away from the royal kingdom. This is as close as we could get and not be seen. I had my guys stationed at both airports waiting for them to show up and depart. We no longer had anyone on the inside of the royal kingdom that could keep us updated on what was going on. Liam and my father had brought someone who could read minds, and they swept everyone who lived or worked there. Several had been banished, and a few had been put to death. It all depended on how closely they were working for me. Most I could care less about but a few I had been pissed when I had heard what had happened to them. Some had escaped and made thei
I may have to kill a few of the annoying fuckers that live here. As I knew they would, these assholes have been giving me shit since I had Quinton bring in those kittens. They also laughed at Derick and Quade, but none of us cared. The women are happy, and that is what matters. I caught my dad talking with Quinton. He might get Mom a kitten once Sienna and I move out. She has become very attached to the two that Sienna now has. Sienna and I had just returned from looking at some land far from the castle. My family owns the land, so we only need to build a house. Rico and Viktor tagged along since there was more than enough land to build a house. Sienna brought up the idea of building something like the packhouse like Jackson or Rosalynn have. Honestly, that doesn’t sound like a bad idea. I am actually on my way to see Jackson. Sienna is working tonight. I still don’t like her going to work, but I know I can’t stop her. My car stops in front of the packhouse, and I smile