Romeo POV
I was desperate, Stella found out in the worst possible way about my mom's plan on making Paige my Luna. I was speechless at her reaction, I could see how hurt she was, I could feel her rage and her disappointment. She asked Nathan, as her commander, to relieve her from her mission here, and he agreed. He even agreed on taking her back to Royal Pack, but to my surprise she wanted to go back to Silvercrown.
Max was desperate, we could feel her feelings, and we had to endure our own pain. I denied her request to leave the Royal Pack, but she kept asking, until she faced me. I hope someday I can erase from my mind the look on her face. Her eyes were bloodshot red, her gaze screamed pain, her whole demeanor told me that I broke her.
When I kept denying her requests, before Nathan could agree to more nonsense, she faced me, pulling herself together and just said “How dare you?...” I know I have no right
Stella POVI hated the position Romeo placed me in all of this. Nate opened the door to the room and I entered. I was terrified of finding Romeo waiting for me in there, but to my surprise he was not inside the room.I let out a deep breath in relief, but then Nate spoke. “He will be back, you know?... He just went out running, he needed to burn some steam.”I lowered my head and whispered “Life is not fair…” Nate laughed,“Stella, please try to hear him. I know you are hurt and I know everything points out to him being a player, but I have known him since we were kids, he is a good guy, too good for his own good. He loves his pack and kingdom, and would be able to sacrifice everything for the wellbeing of everyone. He is under a lot of political pressure, and there is some information that you need to know before you pass judgment on his actions.” Nathan pl
Romeo POVI was pleading with Stella, trying to get her to understand that I do care for Paige´s feelings, but if I have to make a decision between Paige and her, it will always come down to her. I would choose her thousand times over. I know that my decision will hurt Paige somehow, but I am not willing to let Stella go. I can´t let her go.I got interrupted by Nathan mind linking me. “Alpha, we have a security breach at the North, rogues…” I stood up and my whole demeanor changed. I am responsible for the lives of so many werewolves… Including the ones of this pack.I stood up and looked at her. “The pack is under attack. I know you can't stand me at the moment, but I need your eyes in the command center.” I said to her, she quickly composed, cleaned her eyes, let out a sigh, and nodded. “Good, let's go…” I said to her,She entere
Romeo POVI tried to reach out to Stella after the whole rogue ordeal was over, but she dismissed and called me Alpha. She has never addressed me formally, and it really hurts the way she is ignoring me. I couldn't help but let out a low growl, when Corey asked her if she was alright, and she just held him in a tight embrace. I know he is gay, I know he is just like a big brother to her, but my Alpha posesiveness and jealousy beat me to it.She managed to leave one rogue unconscious, so Nate commanded Jack and Elliot to take him to the dungeons for questioning. As soon as the rest of the team scattered Nate came up to me “That was intense, bro…” He said, patting my back.“Yes, she is really upset with me. I think I lost her forever…” I said defeated, placing my face in my hands.A loud gasp sounded at the door. “What the hell happened Nate?” Rose's voice sounded in the hallway.“
Romeo POVRose was resourceful. She asked me to plan something special for Stella. She suggested several things and made a list of her friends' favorite romantic musts.It was like working with a secret intel agency. She knew Stella's favorite music, her favorite love song, her favorite food… she also knew what would be Stella's ideal date setting… Yeah, a secret Intel agency, for sure.Nate and Rose helped me set everything up. I saw a little hope at the end of the road. Having Rose rooting for us was a big encouragement. Because having to deal with Stella was one thing, but dealing with Stella and Rose together was a different one.CrescentMoon has a little clearing with a lake and a waterfall. Surrounded by big trees, it was perfect for a picnic date. It was secluded enough to have privacy and it was quiet enough to have a heart-to-heart conversation.Rose had Luna Martha help with the food. She said it was for a date with Nate. She is covering all my tracks, and for that, I am than
Chapter 30 - Date by the LakeRomeo POVEverything was ready, and I had no idea how I was going to thank Rose, because Stella agreed to come to dinner with me. I will be forever indebted to her and Nate.Suddenly, Max was alerted, and we smelled her Strawberry Cheesecake scent. She was nearby, and I couldn't help but be anxious about that. This is the first time I have done something like this for someone. Usually, girls throw themselves at me, so I never had the need to court someone before, not even Paige.Her soft footsteps sounded against the forest ground, my heart was pounding, and soon my eyes locked with hers. Wow, she is a vision. The dress Luna Martha sent looks beautiful on her. I had to take a deep breath in order to control myself.She smiled at me and her soft voice quickly said “Thanks for the invitation, Alpha…” I took one of her hands in mine and with my other hand I caressed her cheek, “Please call me Romeo…” She gulped and nodded.I walked towards the picnic setting.
Romeo POVI saw her silhouette heading towards the lake. I was hypnotized by her sensual walking, which I am sure she is not doing on purpose. I just find everything she does sexy as fuck. Then I saw her hands reach the back of her dress, and suddenly, I noticed the fabric drop on the floor. I had to blink twice to break away from my trance and realize that she had jumped into the water in her underwear.I quickly stripped down, only keeping my boxers and jumped in the water, following her. Max was pushing me to mate with her, and I had to control him with all my willpower. She was floating in the middle of the lake, and I swam towards her. I wrapped my arms around her narrow and firm waist. I pulled her against my chest, her breast pressed against my chest, my hands roaming her back and my dick pounding inside my boxers. I locked eyes with her and whispered in her ear “ I love you, Stella…”Soon my lips crashed on hers. The kiss was urgent and passionate. The skin-to-skin contact sent
Paige POVI went to visit Coral, my witch friend. She was distressed because she had a vision of me losing Romeo. You see, she wants to rule the world and to do so, she needs me as Luna of the Royal Pack.I, on the other hand, need her to become Luna, and then I plan to dispose of her. Once I have achieved my goal, but in the meantime, I need to play along."Hey, Coral.. What is going on?" I asked as soon as I entered her shop. "Well sweetie, yesterday I had a dream and I saw how Romeo is strengthening his bond with Stella, and she is gaining her powers… Haven't you felt it?" She asked, and then I reflected on the tiredness and weakness I have been feeling the last couple of days."Yeah. Now that you mention it… I have been feeling quite tired…" I said with concern. "She is breaking the spell… If you don't intervene, she and Romeo will be together soon… and everythi
Stella POVI woke up tangled in two strong arms. As soon as I moved, his beautiful blue eyes snapped open, and a shy smile showed on his sexy lips. “Good Morning, Beautiful,” he said in his husky morning voice. My body lit up on fire just hearing his sexy voice, his scent clouding my senses.I smiled at him and replied, “Good Morning, My Alpha…” He raised his head to kiss my forehead.“I love it when you call me that, Sweetheart.” He tightened his grip on my body, but I needed to go to the bathroom and freshen up. I could almost guarantee that my hair was a mess.“Romeo, Could you please let me go?” I asked him, and he snuggled more.“Not can't do, sweetheart… I just had the best night ever, and I need more time with you like this.” He whispered in my ear, sending shivers all over my body, and then he conti
Romeo POVOur babies are three months old, and Stella has been doing wonderfully with motherhood. She is flourishing into her new roles, her role as Quen and her role as a brand-new mother.Ralph usually gives her more trouble than our sweet baby girl, Stormee. She is just like that, like a storm that takes time to brew, but when it hits you, it hits you fucking hard.I was lounging in my office going through some paperwork when Stella barged in. “Hey, Sweetie…” I lifted my eyebrows, and she sighed,She was silent, and I knew she wanted to discuss something important. “What is it?” I dropped the papers and realized she was biting her nails. This was not a good sign; it meant something was troubling her mind.“We need ground rules…” She blurted, and I squinted my eyebrows.“What?” I sighed. I had no context or ba
Romeo POVIt has been five months since we crossed forces with the darkness. My idea of setting up a council with every ruler as the head of their species was well received. We created treaties and laws that united our realms, and with the help of the Sisters of the Willow, we made a portal system that allowed our people to move back and forth.Morgan was a celebrity in the Dragon Realm. His technology expertise paid off, and now that the dragons had experienced technological advances, they were thrilled to learn more about it. That pushed him and Marcy to move to the Dragon Realm for a while. After all, we were their providers of the technology implemented in their realm. King David was the funniest, trying to video call everyone at all times. His daughter hatched two months ago, a gorgeous baby with purple eyes. The dragon's legends say the purple-eyed dragons were rare and blessed. I guess my pup got lucky on that one.
Stella POVWe managed to walk out of our room and headed to dinner. I was hoping to see everyone there, and I was sure not disappointed. Our table suddenly felt bigger, full of people and laughter. My heart warmed up, seeing the way our pack and friends had recovered from the massive attack we had endured.Everybody went silent as soon as we crossed the threshold of the dining hall. Rose's face lit up, and when our gazes crossed, I couldn't help but give her a broad smile. My eyes moved around, and my heart clenched when I saw Nate sitting in his wheelchair. It is unfair that such a fantastic person has to deal with that kind of recovery.My dearest Elemental elder friends were there as well. Eleanore, Everly, Elphaba, and Evangeline. I owe them everything.
Romeo POVIt was 3 weeks since the attack, all the visiting allied Alphas went back to their packs. They took the few casualties that they had, and everything was coming back to normal. Everything except my mate was still in the hospital, connected to wires with her eyes closed.The ladies of the Circle of the Willow decided to stay in my pack, waiting for Stella to wake up. King Aelfred and Kind David also stayed, but they sent their people back. Queen Sirena decided to take care of Stella personally. While King Vladimir returned to his kingdom, he said he would be back as soon as Paige and Eulisses´s baby was born, with Tatiana.I decided to stay at the hospital for as long as my mate was there. The staff had to pull an extra bed into Stella's guard to make my stay more comfortable. I couldn't part from her. I felt that the moment I walked out of that room, she would wake up, and I wanted to be the first face she
Stella POVDarkness was all I saw around me, I knew we had won, I felt at peace, and I was content with the life that I had lived. I was ready to meet my creator and to rest in peace. I let out a sigh, wishing I could have made it, but I also understood that certain sacrifices should be made for the greater good. So I was at peace.I heard a little giggle, and a white light blasted over me. I opened my eyes and realized that I was in a clearing, similar to where I was before, but there was no one around except me and a lady in a white dress.I walked towards the lady and I knew immediately that she was our Goddess. I guess I was in heaven. “My child, you did well… I am proud of you, you saved every species around, and for that, I am proud of you.” Selene said to me in a mellow and melodic voice.She sat on the ground facing the sky and I sat next to her. “You know that I bles
Paige POVShe blasted me. The fucking bitch blasted me with dark magic with full force. At that moment, I was thankful that Vladimir had asked me for an elf´s armor. Coral´s magic was slipping away from my body, not reaching me and not affecting me.I saw it in her eyes. She didn't know what was happening, she didn't understand the reach of white magic, and she was confused about what was protecting me. Beside the armor, the witches of the Circle of the Willow cast a blessing spell over me. No dark magic would be allowed to harm me, regardless of who cast it or how strong it was.I smiled at my ex-friend. “Oh, Coral, you wouldn't understand. Darkness is never stronger than light. Darkness corrupts everything, while light leads to a better path. You left darkness to consume you, and now you can't even see clearly what is happening around you.” I raised my eyes, looking at her completely dark ones. She gave me a look of co
Romeo POVIt was carnage, body parts flying everywhere, mostly from their creatures. Still, suddenly, we realized that even as we tore and tore flesh, the limp bodies on the ground started regenerating and attacking again. It was endless. Our injured warriors were removed from the field almost immediately.David left the fight and followed our sub-plan to protect Stella. We agreed to remove ourselves from the front and keep an eye on her. I felt her link open, and she whispered, “Honey, it is time. I love you.”“I love you, sweetheart. I will see you in a bit.” I told her, noticing the ground opening under us and demons crawling out. Shit, this is the worst-case scenario, these creatures are vicious, and our warriors are tired.Mariel POVI wanted to finish him, Romeo, the product of Remus' abuse of me, the reason why I couldn't leave that pack and have a happy life with my fated
Stella POVI was disappointed to feel Romeo closing in on me. I wanted to relax in his arms, but he refused and, with a tender kiss, walked away from me. I could feel his turmoil through our bond. I understand the way he feels, but he needs to give me some credit.Before I even had powers and my wolf, I was a good warrior and the best strategist, so he needed to start trusting me with my safety and the safety of my pups. I lay in bed trying to rest, but sleep never came. I tossed and turned until I placed my head over Romeo´spillow, which did the trick. Yes, I needed my mate close, and my pups also needed him, but he decided to leave us here.My selfish side wanted him near me at every single moment, while my rational side understood that he had a ton of things to check before the war. He wanted to be prepared and sure that we would be successful. Although my heart was hurting because I was in tune with my selfish side,
Romeo POVI dismissed the meeting, trying to wrap my head around what happened there. I want to keep Stella and my pups as far away as I can from the shitshow, and on the other hand, they twisted my arm into agreeing to have them as bait. I am torn and I don't know what to think about it.Stella is confident and wants to be part of everything, and I know for sure that she is capable enough, but still, my heart and my brain don't seem to agree on what to do. My heart and my wolf are pushing me to keep her safe and concealed from everything, while my brain is telling me that the best option to win this once and for all is to agree with Mother Ashia.Stella took my hand and gave me a small smile. She could feel my turmoil, and I, for once, was not trying to hide it from her. She needs to know that it has been the hardest decision I have had to make, and even if we agree on it, I am not sure about it.“H