All Chapters of Midnight Sin (A Rejected Mate's Romance): Chapter 71 - Chapter 80

Howls and war cries break through the crowd as Colin steps down. The warriors stand and make their way outside. Peyton hugs Claire and Ryker one last time before helping them into the safe room. Stephen ushers his crying mate in there as well. It’s going to be hell for them to stay here while their mates are out there risking their lives. I notice Thomas is quieter than normal. He walks Val to the room. She has tears in her eyes, but she doesn’t acknowledge his existence as she steps inside. I want to feel sorry for him, but I can’t find it in me. He made his choice and now he has to learn how real the consequences can be. I find myself conflicted as the door closes. A part of me wants Amber in that room, protected and safe from the carnage that is about to take place. Another part of me knows that she’s safest with me and I don’t want her out of my sight. I hope this is the last time we have to do like this, but something tells me it won’t be. Our

Everywhere I look, bodies clutter the ground. Our warriors fell to a violent death. At least most of the vampires joined them. I glance at the last two standing. Lyle and another. I recognize him from my time at the castle, but his name escapes me. Lyle stares back at me with a hint of excited fury in his eyes.“Thank you for clearing the air, Pet. It’s much easier to drain your friends when I can see them. Who should I start with?”“Why don’t you start with me and see how far you get?”“Hmm. I’d rather save the best for last. I could start with the bitch that Thaddeus betrayed me for or maybe the Luna would like to join her friend.”“Witches make good meals too, my Lord.” The blonde vampire next to him says.“You’re right, Levi. They would be fantastic appetizer

The doorknob rests in my trembling hand. I’m trying to be brave, but I also know that what’s behind this door will forever be carved into my soul. I’m not ready to see this. But what choice do I have? I look back at everyone. I consider changing my mind about doing this alone, but I need to. I keep telling myself it’s because I need to show strength but really, I just don’t want anyone to see me breakdown. I take a deep breath and summon all the courage I can. The door opens with no sound.Alex lies on a hospital bed in the middle of the room. His skin as white as the sheets that cover him. All I can do is stare. He looks so broken. I can’t make sense of all this. Somewhere inside of me, I know this is my fault. If I had just stayed away from him, he wouldn’t be lying here. I reach out to stroke his hand. Pleasurable sparks comfort my skin, rupturing my heart in the process. All the guilt I repressed is swallowi

The second the words came out of Diana’s mouth, I knew Amber was going to leave. No matter how much she tries to hide it, I know she cares what these people think. It pisses me off. I can see how hard she’s trying to be better, to make amends, but everyone still treats her badly. Either these people are fucking blind, or they’ve written her off without caring if she changes.“Get out.”“Excuse me, Gamma?”“Oh right, I forgot that you’re an idiot. Let me make it simple for you. Get the fuck out of my hospital room. I don’t want you anywhere near me or Amber. You’ll be lucky if I don’t get Alpha to make you leave the pack.”Tears well up in Diana’s eyes. The agitation filling my veins leaves little room to worry if I’m going too far. She exits my room without another word.

I pull her into my chest, placing a kiss on the top of her head. My phone rings breaking the comfortable silence around us. “Hello?” I answer. “Hey, can you and Amber come to the packhouse, and we’ll talk to Harrison here?” Colin asks. “I already brought Peyton up to speed and sent him to pick up Harrison.” “Didn’t I suggest that from the start?” “Whatever asshole, just get here.” “As you wish, Alpha.” I laugh. Colin grumbles something before hanging up. “Change of plans, we’re eating at the packhouse. I’ve got to get up there and talk to Harrison.” “You’re wasting no time getting back to work.” “The quicker I deal with this, the quic