"Stay here and keep an eye on her." Nate told the doctor, as he got up from the chair. I pulled on his hand. "Oh no you don't. " I snapped at him. "You're not leaving me to fight. Either take me with you or stay here with me." I'm not having him go out there alone. Nate stiffened, unsure what to do. I know he doesn't want to leave me but he also has this need to protect his children. He sat back down finally. "No way I'm taking you out there." He shook his head, kissing my hand. We sat silently as we heard the fight erupting outside. My heart constricted as I thought of Charles and his pack outside. They will be the first to fight them. How many were here? Where are Charles and Eryn? Oh goddess please protect them. The fighting was getting louder, screams, growls, and roars echoing through the halls. I was petrified, I didn't want to lose anyone. Every important person in my life was here in this building. Nate was antsy, his leg twitching uncontrollably as the fight kept up. It
I felt frozen. Would they believe me if I told them the truth? It seems far-fetched now. I was the one giving them information about the ancient ones. The one they blamed for the last battle being a massacre. I am the one currently controlling them. What could I say to convince them? I sucked all the magic out of Evandrus, they wouldn't be able to feel that he was controlling them first. Nate was here, but he's my mate so would they believe him? Damn that man, conniving even in his defeat. "Rain, answer me!" Larminiel asked, more aggressive this time. My silence only made things worse. "Evandrus planned the whole thing." I started. Larminiel furrowed his brows, listening attentively. "He wanted me, my dad, Stoic, and Nate dead. He has been controlling the ancient ones this whole time. He told us as he had us brought to this room." Was Ghibli part of this plan. I looked around not seeing him anywhere. "Rain was able to stop him by taking his magic." Nate added. "Magic? But he's a
We stayed wrapped in each other staring at the sonogram pictures for a while. A happy stillness in our life. I felt a flutter in my stomach, a little kick. I gasped, placing my hand over my bulge, unsure if that's what I really felt. One of them kicked right where I placed my hand. I smiled, a love so deep filling my heart. I grabbed Nate's hand and placed it over my stomach. He looked at me sweetly, a little confused at first until he felt it. He smiled so big, I have never seen so many teeth in a smile. He leaned his face next to my stomach. "Daddy loves you both so much. I can't wait to meet you." He told them before placing a kiss on the center of my stomach. It began to glow brightly. I was scared for a moment before an immense wave of love washed over me. "They are saying they love you too." I told him. "Can they talk to you?" He asked curiously as he rubbed my belly more. "Not exactly, it just felt like a big wave of emotions. A big wave of love crashed over me when they w
"Where are you taking me?" I asked Nate as he led me down a trail in the woods. Nate had told everyone we were going to bed, saying I was exhausted when I wasn't. I thought he just wanted to have his way with me, but instead he grabbed my hand and led me outside. The way he was smiling at me let me know that he had something up his sleeve. "It's a surprise." He looked back at me, winking. "Another one?" I sighed. "It's a good one, I promise." He scooped me up, impatient. He carried me bridal style the rest of the way. The only light we had was that of the full moon above. It was as if the moon goddess herself was smiling down on us, shining so bright tonight. We reached a small clearing near a creek, the moonlight reflection on the water adding to the lighting. There was a romantic mood in the air. I felt giddy all of a sudden, a swarm of butterflies flying throughout me. "Wait here a second." He put me down, making sure I was standing firm on my feet before letting go. His ch
Rain's P.O.V.Last night was the absolute best night of my life. I woke up this morning unable to pry my eyes away from the ring Nate placed on my finger. It was beautiful, it was meant to symbolize he and I. The ring was gold rose, like my hair, a large light blue diamond sat in the center surrounded by 6 small green emeralds. It fit my finger just right, and every time I saw it I couldn't help the smile that came. I'm not a materialistic girl, by any means, but this ring felt like so much to me. I'd kill someone if they ever tried to take it. Nate's head laid on my chest, he was still soundly asleep. His hand was on my stomach, cuddling our unborn children. He was such an amazing man. He's going to be such a devoted father. I know he's going to try to overcompensate because of the way his father treated him. I just hope it doesn't spoil our children too much. "I've been thinking.." I started, as I felt him start to wake."Mhmm." He moaned, not ready to speak just yet. He stretche
Vanora had given us each our own room to get ready in, but Nate had snuck into mine with the clothes she had laid out for him. Vanora had set out a heavy flowy long sleeve dress. The sleeves actually only went to my elbow, opening the rest of the way flowing down beautifully beside my torso. The top was embroidered with gold lace. The dress itself was a dark hunter green. The dress had a sash that went right under my breast, showing my baby bump well. Time to get judged about that I guess. Young and pregnant. "They'll just think you look beautiful. Anyone that says anything about you being too young will get an earful from me." Nate responded to my thoughts. He didn't like it when I thought down on myself. He was in a slim fit dark burgundy tux. It was a 3 piece suit, the best, blazer, and trousers. He paired it with a black shirt underneath. I wasn't surprised by how great he looked in it. That's one for the books. He didn't gel his hair back like usual. It had grown some so he le
"It's time to dance, just follow my lead and you'll be okay." Eryn whispered in my ear, kissing the side of my face. His hair was shorter now barely past his jaw but still flowed gracefully around his face. Follow his lead, he says. He's obviously never seen me dance. I am about to embarrass the absolute crap out of myself out here. Watch out, audience Shamu is going to end up falling on you. Vanora sat on the throne in the center of the stage. My dad took the right side with my mom and I took the left. Eryn placed his hand on my hip, his elbow extended up Unpaved my hand on his bicep. With his other hand he took mine, stretching it out with his. Oh Goddess, here we go. Eryn started twirling me around the ballroom. It was like he was flying, his movements were so fluid and precise. I felt like a rag doll being carried around and spun, made to move however he wanted. The song was over and he bowed to me and so I curtsied at him. Which seemed like the right thing to do since my mom
The rest of the ball had gone without a hitch. I ate, I danced a little more and then finally was allowed to retire to my room. My feet were aching and I was so exhausted. Nate carried me up to our rooms. "Thank you for sticking by my side and telling me everything I needed to know tonight, Eryn." He smiled real big at me. "That's what I'm here for." He winked, giving me a small peck, while I'm still in Nate's arms. "Goodnight, Rain. I'll see you in your dreams." He smiled, caressing my face for a moment before going to his room. "Goodnight my little wolf. Sleep well. I'll come bother you in the morning." Charles kissed my forehead, pressing his fingers gently into the back of my neck. I closed my eyes letting the sparks dance around me from his touch. Nate carried me to my room, although I should really say ours because I know he isn't going to leave me alone. He kicked the door closed behind him, standing me firm on my feet. He slowly began to unzip my dress, his fingers tickli
Go get the doctor." Charles' alpha voice came out as we entered the room, speaking to the nurse. "How far apart are the contractions now, Rain?" Charles asked me, laying me on the bed. Nate's hand never left mine."3 minutes." As soon as I answered another contraction started. "Her water broke right before I woke you up." Nate told him.Charles was in doctor mode, I could tell by his serious pensive face. He was running through all the medical books in his head right now. I squeezed Nate's hand for dear life. Ever since my water broke the contractions have been more intense. I could feel Ember and Ash scratching away at the scales inside my uterus at some points scratching my uterus itself. I grunted in pain, preventing myself from screaming. Screaming won't help and will only worry them all more. Eryn grabbed my other hand and began to calm me with his magic. That's when I remembered our plan and it seemed it clicked for Nate then too. "She wants an epidural and magic from Eryn and
Eryn, dad, and Larminiel helped everyone back to their own mind. Giving me a hug goodbye each before they departed. Charles was one of the last few to leave. He hugged me tightly, muttering how he wishes he could have been the one to marry one. I tried not to let his words dampen my mood. I know he didn't mean for it to make me feel guilty. He just wanted me to know he wanted me the same way that Nate does. Everyone was gone except Nate and I. Eryn would return shortly for Nate though. So we had these few moments alone in my mind. Although we are together outside my mind as well. "Your mind is really beautiful, Rain. Not that I've seen very many." Nate laughed. "Yours just seems so bright and welcoming. Warm and loving." He smiled. "I'm glad you think so because a lot of the time my thoughts aren't." I laughed. "Oh I am sure, but your thoughts aren't the only thing that makes you, you." He poked my nose. "Now how about you chase me, before I run wild in here." With those words he
Eryn led me to my dad. His eyes watered the moment he saw me and mine did the same. I let go of Eryn's hand and ran to my dad's arms. I never thought this day would happen. I never thought I would have my dad walk me down the aisle. I thought this moment was just the moment we thought we had lost him. I cried a little in his chest. He pulled me back, getting a good look at me."My baby girl is getting married. My gumdrop." He squeezed me one more time before letting me go. "You look beautiful, Rain. Are you ready?" He asked me, turning me to see the clearing. There was a field full of wildflowers, all my favorites and some new ones. There were rows of tree trunks shaped like chairs and people seated at them. I recognized some of those heads. Mom, Charles, Kaitlyn, Peregrine, Larminiel. Then my eyes landed on him and my heart almost ripped out of my chest and ran towards him. Nate stood beside his father, to the right. There was a large wooden arch draped with dragon lilies, that wer
I woke up to some mild cramping and I panicked for a moment. They faded rather quickly, letting me relax back into sleep. I woke up again to some stronger cramps. The moonlight outside my window let me know it was still dark outside. Thankfully the cramps faded rapidly again. I started to worry though. Maybe it's because of that fruit I had at the ceremony. I know I'm not in labor yet, but I think these babies are coming sooner rather than later. I rubbed my belly bump softly, sending so much love to them both. I fell back asleep after going to the bathroom for the 4th time tonight. I'm so over this constant need to empty my bladder. My eyes fluttered open again, the sunlight hitting me straight in the eyes. Normally I'd be happy to wake up to the sun in my face, but after last night's terrible sleep, the sun and I are not on good terms. I groaned not wanting to get up. Nate chuckled beside me. "You okay?" He asked, his minty breath reaching my nostrils, sending a chill through me.
Another week had passed us by and it was time for dads crowning ceremony. We were all dressed similarly to the ball. Different colors this time though. I had a red gold dress with sleeves that hung off my wrist. It had gotten colder as we approached December.Eryn had on a matching suit in color to mine. Charles had on a chocolate brown suit and Nate a black one with gold lining. They all looked very dashing. Eryn's hair, being elf, grew back quickly, and he was able to tie it on that bun of his. Charles yelled his hair back giving me those old greaser vibes. Nate had his swooshed to the side, a little oomph to it. That's really the only way I know to describe it. He thinks it's funny when I say it like that. I entered with Eryn just as before and the three of them stood around me. All eyes seemed to be on us, instead of my dad. I started to shrink myself, until those sparks hit my shoulder. Charles' eyes met mine, reminding me of our conversation. F*CK these people. I sat up, holdi
We spent a week in the kingdom, with my dad and mom. It was nice seeing my dad reunited with his friends, but especially with Eragon. I stayed clear of Star, I wasn't ready to see her. I was worried I would try to tear her throat out. She was too important to Eryn to kill. Dad showed me his favorite spots here. The best sights and the greatest place to sit and think. He was happy and in his element and I was so happy to see him that way. His crowning ceremony would be tomorrow. I want to attend, I'm not sure how to face everyone right now. After everything that happened at the ball, I feel like I would cause more drama than anything else. I sighed again, chewing on my cheek. "What's wrong?" Charles picked up on my mood. He and I were finally having some alone time. Eryn had training and Nate was stuck doing something for Stoic for the day. I hated having him gone, it felt like a piece of me left with him. The sparks from my bond with Charles was helping me feel better though. "Not
I woke up back in the room with Nate, a joyous feeling in my heart. Between my two hot seed sessions last night, and the talk with Eryn, I was feeling better than ever. Now I just need to talk to Charles…. the thought is daunting. "Good morning my beautiful fiance." I smiled, my cheeks blushing at the word fiance. "Good morning my future husband." He smirked at me, kissing my lips. A slight blush tinted his cheeks as well. I love his blush. Between us two, our children will be cursed to have everyone know how they feel by the pinks of their cheeks. I'll find it adorable but they'll probably dislike it like I used to… like I still do sometimes. "We'll teach them how to keep a good poker face. Trust me, my cheeks want to blush a lot more than I let him." He smiled that dreamy smile, while pulling my head close to his chest, answering my thoughts. "I think that's a good idea. My dad tried teaching me, but I obviously failed miserably." I giggled, making fun of myself."Hey, there's
I had fallen asleep in Nate's arms, tucked tightly against his chest, yet when I opened my eyes that's not where I was. The familiar tree with a pool of water and warm sun let me know I was with Heli. She laid with her head on her paws basking her white fur in the sun. 'Heli?' I caught her attention and she opened one eye peeking through. 'I didn't call you here. He did.' She told me closing her eye again, seeming uninterested in whatever this is. Who is she talking about? I turned to look around and saw him standing there, his shoulder leaning against the tree. His almost translucent hair swayed in the wind. He arched an eyebrow over those ocean blue eyes. "I told you I would meet you in your dreams. What did you think I meant?" He chuckled lightly, pushing himself off the tree and walking towards me. He grabbed my lower back, pressing me against him tightly. It's then that I realized I didn't have my baby bump. I began to panic. "We're inside your mind Rain. The babies are fin
The rest of the ball had gone without a hitch. I ate, I danced a little more and then finally was allowed to retire to my room. My feet were aching and I was so exhausted. Nate carried me up to our rooms. "Thank you for sticking by my side and telling me everything I needed to know tonight, Eryn." He smiled real big at me. "That's what I'm here for." He winked, giving me a small peck, while I'm still in Nate's arms. "Goodnight, Rain. I'll see you in your dreams." He smiled, caressing my face for a moment before going to his room. "Goodnight my little wolf. Sleep well. I'll come bother you in the morning." Charles kissed my forehead, pressing his fingers gently into the back of my neck. I closed my eyes letting the sparks dance around me from his touch. Nate carried me to my room, although I should really say ours because I know he isn't going to leave me alone. He kicked the door closed behind him, standing me firm on my feet. He slowly began to unzip my dress, his fingers tickli