Eva's POVFour years later......Luara and I had traveled across America back to my home territory in California to visit my family and friends from the Blood Walkers Pack. We had arrived over 12 days ago and were due to leave tomorrow.Linda and Jaxon had taken us in, and I was finally able to meet my newborn nephew Remus. He was gorgeous and looked just like Jason but had Sophie’s bright blue eyes.He was such a calm and quiet baby, he laid so peacefully within your arms and reminded me so much of Luara when she was his age.I felt the happiest when I was with my family here, I had missed them terribly while in Texas.Although I had made many friends and memories in Texas, I wanted to come home. So much had happened while there over the past month, and it had made me realize that we needed another new start.While studying at college, I had met Nathan, he was two years older than me and lived only a few doors down the hallway of the pack house. At first, he was charming and sweet bu
Eva's POVMy wolf began pacing back and forth in my mind, she growled lowly wanting to protect her pup. So many questions and thoughts invaded my mind, and I was paralyzed with fear, what was I going to do? Would we make it out of the exit door without being seen?Unaware of footsteps approaching, I'm startled when I hear his deep husky voice utter my name. The sound of my name rolling off his tongue had my body tensing, unable to move from my seat."Eva?" He repeated, his tone shocked and surprised.A cold chill ran down my spine, it was disabling and intense, I couldn't bring my eyes to look upI simply stared at the table in front of me as if it were the most interesting thing in the world. When he said my name once more, I sighed deeply, biting onto my lip before looking up at him through my eyelashes, watching as his eye line caught onto our daughter, his face scrunching up in bewilderment. I took his frozen state as an opportunity to quickly pick up Luara, placing her onto my h
Torey's POVA long time had passed since I last saw Lara, my mate, who I had rejected four years ago. It had played on my mind for many years, a lot of regret and remorse plaguing my whole being.As I grew older and wiser, I realized how immature and despicable I had been to her.For the last two years, I had been searching for her, but her family was unwilling to provide any details or information on where I could find her. I was furious at first when Luke had denied me access to his territory.My wolf wanted to invade his pack and start a war because of his non-compliance. He was as enraged with Luke as he was with me, my wolf always wanted Eva, he was possessive and infatuated with her.The power of a mate connection was inconceivable and unimaginable. My wolf cherished her before even knowing her, he could just feel his undying devotion to his mate.I couldn't blame Luke and the rest of the Blood Walkers for refusing me, their Beta Jason had used the word rejected when we spoke. H
Eva's POV I followed Luara's scent while feeling Torey's presence following closely behind me. He remained silent as we walked through the pack house and into the kitchen where everyone was sitting.Sam, Elijah, and Luara were there along with another wolf and child. I noted immediately that she must have been Sam's mate by the way he held onto her, her stance so light and comfortable. The little girl looks identical to her."Hi, I'm Charlotte." She instantly said a friendly smile beaming across her face as she approached me. I returned the smile and greeted her."Eva," I replied, introducing myself as I searched around to find Luara sitting on the floor along with who I assumed was Sam and Charlotte’s daughter.I could feel Torey standing behind me, my stature turning stiff and full of tension. My argument with Torey is still on my mind and still very fresh."Would you like me to take them outside to play for a little while?" Charlotte suggested, her eyes trained on mine for permiss
Eva's POV We all watched on as Luara and Tiannah played in the pack playground. Other wolves and their children occupied the area as the children laughed and screamed as they chased each other aroundIt felt strange that I was hanging around Torey and the rest of his pack. It was almost normal. We just sat on the grass watching the children while discussing general pack life.Torey didn't seem to mind that they were discussing a few private matters in front of me, although it was nothing serious, I was still not a member of the Black Moon pack.It was late when I noticed the sun was beginning to settle. Luara came rushing over, she was laughing but I could see in her eyes how tired she was. She bundled herself on top of me, throwing her arms around my neck."Tired baby?" I laughed, her body moving to sit on mine comfortably holding me close. She yawned, a smile on her face. I could tell she was about to decline, wanting to continue playing with her new friends.I could feel Torey's g
Torey’s POVI woke up earlier than usual, my wolf had been restless and frigidity throughout the night. He was excited by the thought of our mate and daughter in the opposite room, he was eager to see them. He desperately wanted to sleep in the same room as them, but I forced him down, we had to respect Eva's wishes. I groaned slightly as I stretched, my bones clicking as I looked at my alarm clock.It was 7 in the morning.I threw my comforter off, pushing myself out of bed and into my bathroom for a quick shower. I mind-linked both Sam and Elijah, requesting a meeting in 45 minutes. They both agreed, and I had to discuss a few matters concerning Eva and Luara with them.Within half hour, I was dressed and already made my way into the kitchen.Only to find Elijah sitting on the stool, eating my chips as Sam shook his head. They were early, but I couldn't complain, it meant I could spend more time with Eva and Luara before having to take them back to Blood Walker's territory.I wasn
Eva's POV We were twenty minutes away from entering Blood Walker's Territory and to say I was a nervous wreck was an understatement.I was apprehensive, and my nerves and anxiety were raised at the thought of Torey meeting my family. They didn't exactly have an outstanding opinion of him or a favorable view on his character.I had phoned them ten minutes ago, informing Luke that we would be within the border soon. He had sent wolves to help guide the car through to Jaxon and Linda s house even though I knew the route, he was taking extra precautions.Luke had invoked our alliance with Blood Moon days after my rejection, but Jason was insistent. I knew that both Jason and Luke were going to be the toughest to calm down, to reason with.I hadn't forgiven Torey in the slightest, but I wanted to be open-minded to the idea. To move on, holding onto hurt and anger wasn't going to change anything. It wasn't healthy for me or Luara. "You realize how awkward this is going to be? You're not e
Eva's POV Days had passed since I arrived back on Nightshade Valley territory and the news of Elijah and Tina being mates. I was elated for them both, and even more happy that she would be coming to California with us. Tina had always been open and assertive when it came to the idea of having a mate. She had always expressed her excitement in finding him or her, the instant connection and unconditional love.It wasn't as common to find your mate in your early twenties; you would usually find them within the first three years of your shift. The Moon Goddess always planned the meeting of mates, who she picked for you was deliberate and usually not far from you, and if they were, she would make sure you crossed paths.Elijah and Tina had been spending all their time together, they had their own private time when Jake would accompany me to the library to finish my studies.I found out that Jake was only eighteen years old but had already been chosen to be a high-ranked warrior.I was im