Taylor smiled at me, then I noticed tears in her eyes as her lip started quivering, “How is this going to work?” I wrapped my arms around her in a tight hug and replied, “Trust me, sis, if it couldn’t work, the Moon Goddess would not have paired you. He is the perfect mate for you. Selene is never wrong.” She sighed, “I know, but he’s from the water and I’m from the land.” I chuckled, “That’s what you’re worried about? Okay. First, he has the ability to live in both environments. He shifts just fine. He can also turn you into a mermaid to live with him, underwater. Or you two can do both, once he turns you. Take turns living on land and in the water.” Her eyes got wide as she smiled, “He can turn me into a mermaid?” I laughed, “He can, with approval from the queen. I am friends with her, so that’s not going to be an issue.” She sighed with relief, “That makes me happy. I would love to be a mermaid. Now, I just need to explain this whole mate thing to my parents.”
I laughed,
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The guys let out a Whoop and started rushing through their ice cream treats, giving themselves a brain freeze a couple times in the process. It was during one of those brain freezes that Taylor walked downstairs. She gave the guys a look like they had lost their minds until she saw what was in front of them. Then she started laughing and shaking her head. As soon as Max’s brain freeze was done, he chuckled, “Taylor, guess what Elisa taught us this morning?” Taylor looked at him, looked at the shake in front of him, then tapped her lip while looking up with her eyes, like she was thinking, “Let me think. Could it be conjuring food?” He gave her a sarcastic look, “Okay, smart ass, can you do it?” She smiled, held out her hand like she was holding a coffee cup and stared at her hand. A cup of coffee appeared in her hand and both of her brothers asked, “Did Elisa already show you that without showing us?” She chuckled, “No, I just applied the same concept as when I unlocked my shackles.
Training has been going very well lately. The guys have finally started taking it seriously and Taylor is learning faster than I ever expected her to. They have all mastered fire and water. Wind and earth have been quite different for them. At one point, Max stomped his foot and the earth split directly under Taylor’s feet. She saw it coming, did a back flip and landed on her feet in a different part of the yard. I laughed and Taylor shrugged, “I guess the eight years of gymnastics that my mom put me through did come in handy.” Evan, who saw the whole thing, chimed in, “They will come in handy in the very near future too.” Taylor blushed as Evan chuckled at her. Max cowered a little, “Sorry, Taylor. I didn’t mean to do that.” She laughed, “It’s all good.” Today is mine and Linden’s birthday, and Linden is so excited for his first shift and the run. Everyone is really excited to see him shift and we are all looking forward to getting to spend some time with Blaise. I went to
We all went outside, then suddenly a blood-curdling scream sounded so loud the animals of the forest scattered. Then the sound of bones breaking mixed with those screams, made more than a few of us non-werewolves more than a little queasy. We all stood back and watched as Linden’s nose and mouth elongated into a snout, he lowered to all fours and his front feet changed to paws and his back feet changed to wolf’s feet and claws protruded from the tips of each toe. He started sprouting brown fur all over his body and this made him scream even more. Finally, the screams turned into a howl, indicating the shift is complete, and the rest of the wolves echoed his howl in approval. Elliot and Alpha Damien led the group in a run. I got to ride on Elliot’s back while he ran swiftly through the forest, dodging limbs, jumping over tree roots, and even chasing the occasional rabbit. I now understood what it was like to be a werewolf. That feeling I had, during the run, was just one of p
It has been a week since our birthday party, and I asked Elliot to change me into a wolf. I wouldn’t mind changing into a dragon also, but that is up to him and his grandparents. We let my siblings stay at the house while he and I go to the castle to talk to them. On our way there, we stopped in the town that the castle is in. We get out of the car, and we start walking down Main Street. Elliot puts his arm around me and pulls me close to him, “There is a bakery here that my parents go to every time they’re in town. We have to go there for a treat. Then he pointed to a park across the street from where we are, “See that park? My mom built that. She saw that the kids around here didn’t have anything to do, so she decided to do something about it. On her first day in town, she built an enchanted ice sculpture for the art store owner. It’s still in there. It looks just like my grandpa’s dragon.” I smiled, “It’s nice that she was that close with him as soon as she and your dad b
I immediately cringed, “Princess ceremony?” Queen Chumani smiled, “Yes, dear. You are a dragon princess now. I promise, it’s not a long, drawn-out ceremony at all. There is more work involved in the preparation of the ceremony than the ceremony itself. We can have the ceremony pretty quickly, if you want to sit down with me today to choose your invitations and figure out the guest list. You will also need to visit the jeweler in town to design your crown and the gown shop next to it to get your gowns for the ceremony and the after-party. Do you think that can get done today?” I nodded, “I know we can sit down to do the guest list and invitations. I’m sure I can also go to town today too.” She smiled, “I’m so happy!” Elliot pulled me close and whispered in my ear, “You just made my grandma the happiest woman on Earth. She lives for these events. Thank you.” I smiled, “There is nothing to thank me for. I enjoy her company.” He nuzzled my neck, breathing in my scent, “I love yo
I got in their car and the driver took me to the jeweler, and he helped me design a beautiful crown. He smiled, “You are going to look absolutely stunning in this crown. I know our kingdom will fall in love with you.” I smiled, “Well, thank you. I do appreciate that vote of confidence.” He chuckled, “You will be amazing. I know it. Prince Elliot is a very lucky man to have you for a mate.” I smiled as I shook his hand, “I’m the lucky one. Have a great day.” He wished me good day and I walked next door to the dress shop. When I walked in, the saleslady immediately approached me, “How may I help you?” I smiled, “I am Prince Elliot’s mate.” She gasped, “The Princess! Are you shopping for your dresses for your crowning ceremony and the reception?” I nodded, “I am.” She smiled, “I have the perfect dresses for you. I designed them myself.” She handed two dresses to me and guided me to the dressing rooms. I tried on the floor length gown with the six-foot train flowing behi
I looked around and yelled as loud as I can, “WHAT THE FUCK IS GOING ON AND WHAT THE FUCK DID YOU DO TO MY HOUSE?!” Linden and Max stopped and looked at me like deer caught in headlights. Taylor walked into the house with Evan, “Evan and I had gone for a walk, and we came back to this. I didn’t want to get hit with anything, so I stepped outside and called you.” Evan shook his head, “You got back too fast for me to do anything about it.” I looked at my brothers, and Linden finally spoke, “It started with us just throwing little lightning bolts at each other, but then they started getting bigger and… we’re sorry. We should’ve done this outside.” Max stepped up, “I’m sorry sis. We were having fun and things just got out of hand.” I shook my head, “Well, no one got hurt, but my house is a fucking mess. Here’s what you are going to do. You are going to clean all this mess up, with NO MAGIC! Magic got you in this mess. I am going to stay right here and watch every move you make u
I told the guys to go ahead and use their magic to finish cleaning, then get ready for company. The grass drill will happen later. I told them, “Blaise has decided that he wants to come out and train with you guys, so he’s going to try and stay with us for a while.” The guys were excited, while Taylor groaned, “I’m going to be outnumbered.” I laughed, “We are already outnumbered. What’s one more?” She laughed, “I see your point.” I smile, “Besides, you’ll be moving in with your mate soon, won’t you?” She blushed, “I will be soon. I still have to meet with the Queen to request to be changed.” I furrowed my brow, “I can arrange that over dinner tonight. I can invite her. You just bring Evan to dinner.” She smiled, “You can really do it that fast?” I smiled, “Of course. She is part of the alliance.” Taylor didn’t act as happy as I thought she would be about this news. I asked, “Taylor, what else is holding you back?” She sighed, “I’m just scared of living in a whole new world,
Twenty Years Later I’m sitting in my favorite spot with my mate sitting behind me in my favorite lounge chair. We are both drinking our morning coffee as two mountain lions walked up to the deck. They both bowed to us, and I smiled, “Good morning, Dusty. Good morning, Lilly.” Dusty found his mate in his own pack on his sixteenth birthday. We had a party for him that night and he introduced her to all of us. She is such a sweet girl I really couldn’t wish for anything better for him. Robert and Katie are so proud of them. They had four children and they only have two still at home. I am so proud of the parents they are. The two children that have already found their mates and left are absolutely awesome. Linden found his mate and decided to build another house close to our land. His mate understands that he needs to be close to family and his siblings are all he has left. His father passed away when my triplets were only two years old. It was an extremely hard time for him. We made s
Robert and Katie laughed and shook their heads as Robert smiled, “Now that would make me rethink my choice to be a parent.” I laughed, “I think she did.” Just then, Calista ran out onto the deck, “Good morning, mom.” She sat in my lap and hugged me tightly. I turned her around and introduced her to them. She smiled, “It’s very nice to meet my Uncle Dusty’s parents. I love him so much!” Katie smiled, “I’m so glad you love him, Calista.” I asked Calista, “Is anyone else up?” She smiled, “Dad is up with Raze and Eva.” I laughed, “Is Willow awake yet?” She shook her head, “She was sleeping peacefully when I came out.” I smiled, “Thank you. I guess you would like some breakfast, huh?” She smiled and shook her head shyly. I smiled, “Okay.” Then I turned to Robert and Katie, “Would you like to join us?” They agreed and followed me and Calista into the house. I cooked a big breakfast and had it all laid on the table. As soon as it was all prepared, it sounded like a herd of horses coming down
When Taylor was done feeding the boys, Evan and I took the boys in the living room to visit with everyone else. Uncle Dax was the first to hold out his arms. Evan smiled as he held out the first baby boy, “You are now holding Cain, and the boy mom is holding is Dylan.” After Doctor Harper was done with Taylor, I walked with her to another guest room in the house and smiled, “I remember how all I wanted after all that was to take a shower. Is that what you would like?” She replied, “Definitely.” I smiled, “You go ahead and take a shower. That shower has a bench in it so you can sit. I would highly recommend using it. I will get you some clothes.” I opened the closet door and found a perfect pair of soft sweatpants and a t-shirt that looked lusciously oversized. I grabbed a pair of underwear and a bra and put them on the bed. When Taylor walked out of the bathroom in a towel, I asked, “Feeling better?” She smiled, “That did feel better.” I got you a comfy pair of sweats and an oversized
Seven months later… Taylor and Evan are staying in the guest house with dad and Linden. Taylor wants me to be there for her when she gives birth. She’s afraid Evan is going to pass out. Evan agrees with her, but he still wants to be there for her and to see his babies being born. He swears we will try his hardest to stay conscious. We all laugh and Elliot smiles, “I don’t blame you, dude. I almost passed out a few times.” We were all eating breakfast one morning when Taylor gasped, “Oh dear. I’m pretty sure I’m in labor.” I smiled, “Evan, you need to be keeping track of how far apart the contractions are. Let us know when they are around five minutes apart. Taylor, you need to tell him when each contraction starts and ends. Okay?” She nodded in reply and I called Doctor Harper. Doctor Harper said she would start driving here now, so we will be ready. Wow. The whole family showed up! Within 2 hours, Elliot and I were sitting in the living room with dad, my mom, Evan’s parents, Aidint
I laughed, “I understand completely.” Calista smiled, “I can sing for you, Uncle Dusty.” He looked at me and I nodded, “Trust me… You want to hear this.” Dusty nodded, “I would love to hear you sing.” Calista started singing the most beautiful and relaxing song I have ever heard and Dusty looks so relaxed and happy. When the song ends, Dusty chuckles, “Calista, you are awesome!” She smiles proudly, “I’m a mermaid/wolf hybrid and an omega. My mom and dad rescued me from my old alpha. He kept me in a tiny room under the stairs in his packhouse. He was planning on marking and mating me. They rescued me just in time.” Dusty asked, “What happened to your family?” She looked down at her hands in her lap, “My old alpha killed my parents and my brother. My parents hid me, but I saw him rip my brother’s head off. But I have mom and dad now and I have the best family ever. I have LOTS of uncles and grandparents and now I have a brother and SISTERS! I really am a lucky girl.” Dusty pulled her clo
One week later… Mom spent the night with us last night because mommy, daddy and sister all needed to get a full night of sleep. We were all starting to get quite cranky. I don’t think I was ever more thankful for my mom when she offered to stay overnight. After feeding the babies at eight pm, I went straight to bed. I think Calista went to bed before I did and Elliot was waiting for me in bed when I got there. We all slept like rocks and I didn’t wake up the entire night. It was my best night’s sleep since the night before I gave birth to all of them. Don’t get me wrong, I love all three of my newborns. But they are definitely little sleep robbers! Ladies, let me give you a bit of advice. When other women tell you to sleep when they sleep, LISTEN! Trust me, it makes perfect sense. If the things you need to do can wait, do it. They have been wearing us all out. Raze has an insatiable appetite. We were at the grocery store yesterday, and a little older lady heard Raze’s hungry screams.
I held her close to me, “I don’t care how many little girls we give birth to; you will always be our baby girl. You just won’t be the only one anymore. Okay?” She smiled as she snuggled closer to me, “I like that idea.” I smiled, “Me too.” Then I asked her, “What do you think of being a big sister now that you’ve seen your new brother and sisters?” She giggled, “I am going to have so much fun. Especially with Eva! She’s like me!” I started yawning and Elliot sighed, “Are you ready to get some sleep, love?” I shrugged, “Yeah, I better sleep while I can. Doctor Harper left some formula on the counter with the bottles. There are plenty of diapers in the nursery next to our room. Would you please turn on the baby monitor before you come to bed?” Elliot smiled, “We have plenty of help, love.” I reminded him, “Doctor Harper told me to alternate between formula and breast milk. Next feeding, you all can feed them, but please wake me to feed them when they wake to eat after that.” Mom nodded,
I suddenly felt fear wash over me and I was almost paralyzed. What if I’m a horrible mom? I mean I would never do what Dahlia did to me, but what if I don’t develop that mother-child bond? I’m scared to death but then Elliot leans to comfort me and says in low voice into my ear, “You’re going to be fine, love. You are nothing but kind and nurturing. You’ve worked wonders with Calista. You have nothing to fear, baby. You also have tons of help at your fingertips.” I smiled as he kissed my forehead, “You always know exactly what I need to hear. I love you so much.” With that, I felt my stomach get tight and I lifted my torso to bear down, pushing to help our first baby through the birth canal. Doctor Harper encouraged, “That was a really good one, Elisa. Need another push.” Another contraction hit and I started pushing again. I was pushing and felt a sudden reduction in pressure. Doctor Harper smiled, “Here is your prince!” Our little boy started wailing as his father cut the cord, “He’
I sat in the living room with my feet up with dad, Elliot, Evan, Linden and Max. I was trying to relax, but my back started hurting. The ache started moving around to my belly and I could feel my belly squeezing tightly. It wasn’t so painful that it was alarming, it just really caught my attention. I raised my shirt to expose my belly as another contraction hit. As my belly contracted, I tapped Elliot to get his attention. As we both looked down at my belly, Elliot gasped as the babies were clearly visible as my belly squeezed around them. He asked, “That looks like it hurts so bad, and you are just sitting there looking at it. You are tougher than I am.” I laughed, “My back hurts worse than my belly.” Doctor Harper walked in, “Don’t get used to it. It won’t stay this way.” I looked up at her, smiling, “It will all be worth it. I can’t wait to meet them.” Doctor Harper smiled, “You are going to be such a great mother.” I asked, “Do you think a numbing spell would be a good idea?” She