~Winter~ I opened the wardrobe and remembered what Noah had told me about moving in with him. I knew saying no wasn't an option. Seeing how their parents had embraced us, I knew it was a done deal. But I don't know how I would tell Chelsea, and she wouldn't freak out. "Do you like this room?" I asked Chelsea, and she smiled. "It is pure luxury, Winter. I swear we are lucky to have moved to Mountain," She said, and I nodded. "It is yours," I said, and she frowned. "Mine? Can you do that? Where will you sleep?" She asked, and then her smile dropped. "Are you leaving? You can't leave us with these people. They will make our lives hell, especially mine. We need you. The children need you. Besides, where will you go? We have nothing out there," She said, and I shook my head. "No one can make your life hell. Besides, you will be seventeen in a few months. One more year, and you are free to do whatever you like," I said, but she did not smile. "I am not leaving you here; I am just movi
~Winter~ Lady Amelia blew us away with her kindness. It was a rare experience. How she stood up for us and handled the issue made me feel proud. I had never felt like I belonged anywhere like I did at that moment. Following Lady Amelia's departure, Summer and I chose to tackle some paperwork. I hadn't even powered up the computer when Lady Amelia swiftly reappeared as if struck by a sudden brilliant idea that she couldn't wait to divulge. My eyes widened in curiosity, pondering the reason for her unexpected return. "Don't look at me like that; something crossed my mind," she said, went to sit on the couch in the office, and motioned Summer and me to join her. "Besides, I just remembered that today is their friends' birthday, and they won't be able to make it for dinner," she added, and I wondered whose birthday it was because Noah had yet to tell me anything. Not wanting to seem slow, Summer and I joined her immediately, abandoning what we were planning to do initially. "I wond
~Winter~ Summer and I parted at the head of the stairs, and we went our separate ways. She headed to Sebastien's room, and I went to Noah's. I didn't miss the eagerness in my friend's footsteps. Someone was indeed falling in love, and I was happy for her. After meeting the Alberts, I knew we had nothing to worry about. And I somehow believed that things would be different here. I entered the room and found Noah typing away on his computer; he suspended what he was doing the moment I entered and turned to look at me. I didn't know I had missed him in the short period we have been apart until now. He left what he was doing and walked to me. I didn't know why, but my heart was beating in my chest. He had that effect on me. Something that I didn't get with Brandon. Noah made my heart beat in an unexplainable manner. I felt like a teenager looking at her first crush, and I must say that this was the first time I allowed myself to feel this way. I had been holding so much in until today
~Winter~ We arrived at the party, which was at a huge mansion in Mountain City. I wasn't expecting less from people who were friends with the Alberts, but I was still impressed. I breathed in and out before stepping out of the jeep Noah and I were in. Choosing to move in separate cars was a great idea. I saw how some girl rushed towards Anthony and Ethan, and I knew it would be the same if I weren't by Noah's side. We entered the place, and a handsome, easy-going guy walked up to Noah and Sebastien. Anthony and Ethan had already integrated themselves with the crowd. "Hey," he said. "Roger, meet Winter, and that's Summer," Noah said, introducing us, and the guy paused. Everyone always had that reaction when they heard our names. I was waiting for the Autumn and spring joke. But I noticed Noah's jaw harden a bit, and I could see the moment when Roger chose to be wise and not make a joke of our special names. "Nice to meet you, ladies. Welcome to my humble abode," he said, and I smil
~Noah~ The pulsating beats echoed through the dimly lit house as Winter unleashed a side of herself I never knew existed. Winter, typically serene and composed, became a force on the dance floor, moving with a magnetic energy that left me both captivated and intrigued. It was a revelation – Winter on the wild side. As she bumped and grounded to the rhythm, her every movement seemed to possess an untamed grace. I couldn't help but give in, enthralled by the transformation unfolding before my eyes, right in my arms. At that moment, I realised there was much more to discover about my mate – layers of complexity and mystery waiting to be unravelled. The flickering lights accentuated the contours of Winter's face, revealing a subtle defiance in her eyes. The music provided the backdrop to an unspoken invitation, urging me to take her somewhere more private, where the wild side of Winter could be explored further. Yet, a hesitation lingered in my mind, wondering if she would be receptive
~Noah~ Changing course, I guided Winter up the staircase. In my eagerness, she stumbled a few times, prompting me to playfully lift her bridal style, eliciting giggles from her. Aware that our antics were visible to onlookers, I shrugged off any concerns. Upon entering the room, I swiftly locked the door behind us, creating a private space. With a playful flair, I tossed Winter onto the bed, prompting laughter from her, mirroring the infectious excitement that the unconventional situation had stirred between us. I took off my shirt and my trousers, leaving on my shorts. Crawling onto the bed. I opened her shorts and rolled them down along with her panties, leaving her bare. Feeling between her legs, I could feel her wetness. She rested on her elbows to prop herself up and opened her legs wider for me to view her pretty cunt. Dipping my finger in her channel, I felt her walls clench around my fingers, and her hips began to move on their own accord. Grinding against my finger. I wit
~Summer~ Despite not being prone to jealousy, it was rather awkward for me to share a flight with a woman who still harboured feelings for Sebastien. As Sebastien and I made our way downstairs to head to the airport, I encountered Ashely Stepanov in the living room, patiently waiting. I anticipated that the upcoming flight would be uncomfortable. We opted for a van to reach the airport, and all of us had to share the confined space. Joining us was another girl named Caroline, who couldn't seem to take her eyes off Noah. She made persistent attempts to engage in conversation with him, completely disregarding Winter. It was evident that there was some history between them, and she didn't appreciate seeing Winter with Noah. As much as I wanted to be angry, I couldn't be mad. Not at Noah or Sebastien. They never said they were waiting for their mates, and Sebastien has never lied to me about anything. The issue was snapping these women out of their delusion so they knew that our men we
~Sebastien~I had the most uncomfortable flight in my entire life with Ashely on board. Something that was meant to be a romantic getaway between the four of us was turned into something similar to a commercial flight, albeit we weren't that many. First, it was Anthony who decided to tag along; we also forgot to factor in Ethan's presence. I guess we were so excited to spend time with our mates that we did not realise he would be joining us. Then Anthony ran his mouth, and Caroline joined us. Then our mother tells Aunt Mirable, and Kevin is imposed on us, giving Ashley the opportunity to impose herself on us. I would lie if I said things went as planned, but here we are in Lucland, and it was a joy seeing Josephine and Liam.We were ushered into the Volkov palace, whatever they call the place, and we headed to our rooms. Noah's room was right next to mine. We just had three hours to prepare for the inauguration ceremony and the ball that would ensue, so every second counted."I can
I want to start by saying I'm truly sorry for the short chapters. It seems there are now "ideal word count limits" to adhere to. I deeply regret the prolonged silence, but I've been grappling with severe health issues lately, and I'm still in the throes of recovery. I couldn't bear to leave this book neglected for too long, so I pushed through to the end so you all could move on. I do hope to return with a new story soon, and hope you will all be there, but for now, I must concede and focus on recuperating. The silence weighs heavy on me, and I truly hope you enjoyed the story and its conclusion. This marks the final instalment in the DSOF series. Perhaps one day, I'll pen Eleanor's tale, but I'm hesitant to make any promises I may not be able to fulfil. Please bear with me, dear readers and co-writers, and know that I cherish each and every one of you dearly. I will miss you all immensely. I love you all.❤️❤️❤️🙏🏾🙏🏾🤗🤗
~Winter~ A year passed, and all the struggles were a distant memory. Now, we were hosting the gathering in the East, and Summer, Chelsea and I had gone over time. Chelsea was a new mother now. She and Ethan had wasted no time. They claimed each other and got married the next month. Normally, we all thought they would wait, but two months later, she was pregnant, and a lovely girl named Evangeline was the product. Evangeline was a beautiful blonde baby, and we all loved her. We were new moms ourselves, and Summer and I couldn't carry Evangeline as much as we would like. I had twins, and they were adorable. Both of them looked like Stepanovs, and I wondered if my genes ever stood a chance. My daughter's name was Michelle, and My son's name was Frederick. They were adorable, and I loved them so much. Summer had a son, and she and Sebastien named Him Leonardo after Sebasteins's father. He was cute and looked a lot like his grandfather, but he had green eyes like Summer. She w
Ethan I was nervous about seeing Chelsea. Although we said it wouldn't matter if we weren't fated, I didn't know why I was suddenly nervous. I had never cared for anyone the way I cared for her, and I knew it was the same for her. So I wondered why I was unwilling to see her tonight. Her eighteenth birthday was in a few hours, and I had promised to be the first person to see her, but my heart was beating fast. I had stayed away from the house all evening, avoiding her. She said she would spend the time with me, and Noah had confirmed that she was in our home. Though not showing, we found out after the wedding that Summer and Winter were pregnant, and they were very peckish, so Chelsea always brought them snacks. Although Summer and Winter had planned a party for her, it wasn't going to take place until the evening of her birthday. It had been torture waiting these months, and now it was finally time for me to make her mine. I never planned to be with anyone except for her, so
~Gemma~ It had finally come to this, and after the crowd and everyone had left, Lucas and I drove home from the estate. Although our wedding took place at the estate, I was now at Rivers, and my man was taking me home. How could I have tried to make it difficult for him? He was genuinely in love with me. Our union was embraced by both families, and Katalina was a thing of the past. The fact that nothing had ever transpired between her and Lucas made me relax. I didn't feel guilty one bit. Lucas had had some girlfriends, but he was mine now. He pulled me to his body in the back seat of the limo that was taking us home. Lucas crashed his lips on mine, drinking me in. Our wolves had claimed each other in the eyes of all and the moon. He was mine through and through. The moment the bond formed, I knew I had found my forever love. I kissed him. Every fibre of my being was burning with desire. I wanted him. My body craved him. He had made love to me severally since we returne
~Winter~ The day of the blue moon had finally arrived, and I was consumed with nerves like never before. I'd been down this road once, and it hadn't ended well. As I veiled my face, my eyes met Summer's, resplendent in her wedding attire. Her touch on my hand offered reassurance. "It won't be like last time, Winter. This is real," she whispered, her words calming my racing heart. I nodded, believing this time would be different. Noah's love was steadfast. Lady Amelia entered the tent, her eyes alight with happiness. In her hands were two ornate jewellery boxes, undoubtedly meant for us. "You both look stunning tonight," she beamed, her words touching my soul. Lady Amelia loved us as a mother would her child; she cherished us as much as her own sons, a rare bond that set her apart. Approaching me, she unveiled the contents of the box meant for my adornment. A breathtaking gold necklace adorned with sapphire stones and dazzling diamonds lay nestled within. It was a masterpiece. "I
~Noah~ Three weeks passed, and the dust finally settled when the fugitives were apprehended by an angry mob of people eager to prove to their monarch that they were sorry for allowing themselves to be used and deceived into hindering progress. They had killed Kane and Ramos, leaving Gavin and Moses. I could bet that the only reason why they left Gavin and Moses, judging by the state they were in when they brought them, was because they wanted to deliver them to the authorities. They were battered, and silver was clamped on their wrist. I wished I had witnessed the mog action. Some parts of it were in the news. With the way the people surrounded them. They had no choice. It was a battle lost before it started. They had sprayed them silver dust to incapacitate them and then beat Kane and Ramos to death while they chained Gavin and Moses for judgment. I guess the King's words, coupled with my father's words and show of disappointment, got to them. Indeed, they had unknowingly helped
~Anthony~ My wolf was urging me to bridge the gap and assert our claim, but I remained dumbfounded. Frankly, I never imagined it would happen, especially not with Aspen. Here I was, enamoured with Chelsea, even competing with Ethan for her attention, when all along, it was Aspen who held my heart. Was Aspen the catalyst for my feelings for Chelsea? I realised I often encountered her before seeing Chelsea, yet I was too preoccupied with Chelsea to consider Aspen. I remember my first time at the orphanage; she was the one at the door greeting us, and she was particularly nice to me. On the second occasion, I went there, I ended up spending time with her. She opened up to me, telling me what she wouldn't dare tell anyone. The bond had been rearing its head, and I was too stubborn to realise it. She was the one who came to celebrate the victory with me when I was feeling lonely. It was her all along. Fate threw me her way severally and put her in my face, but my desires did not allo
~Anthony~ I waited for Aspen to pack her belongings in the evening so we could leave. I was going to leave the next day, as I had told Ethan, but my father had urged me to leave immediately. Everyone had gone back home, so waiting was pointless. Luis was around, though, and he planned to leave the next day. I was the only one still in Mountain, so I could understand when my parents asked me to go home. I escorted Aspen to her father's house so she could pack her belongings, and I went there with warriors just in case the man was being funny. I knew this was the right thing for her. If she stayed there any longer, she would end up dead. One day, he would take it too far and leave the silver on her a little too long for her body to recover. I had no obligations towards her, but I could not ignore her cry for help. Kirill was outside, and he looked at me, angry and powerless. He knew it was over. I was a lord so there was nothing he could do but just stew in his anger. "You c
~Leo~ As we made our way there, Ethan and Sebastian, accompanied by Summer and another girl who seemed to share the same origins as Summer and Winter, clung to Ethan. The girl wore a t-shirt with the words "Victory: because Adulthood is overrated" printed on it. Seeing how the girl and Ethan clung to each other, I knew they were together. They walked to me quickly, and Summer let go of Sebastian and hugged Amelia tightly. "We missed you; we were worried and scared," She confessed, and Amelia rubbed her back lovingly as a mother would hug her child. "I heard you fought well, Luna," she teased Summer, and Summer broke the hug with tears in her eyes. She was overjoyed to see us. She hugged me, too, but she didn't say anything. I looked at Ethan, and he had a straight face, but I could tell he was hiding his emotions. Amelia pulled him to a hug. "I am so proud of you, son," She said, and he held on to her; his hands shook, and I could tell he had feared the worst. Breaking the hug,