#Chapter300WISHFUL THINKINGI halted in the doorway and frowned. My eyes darted around my dad’s office. My dad was sitting behind his desk with his arms crossed over his chest, with Mum perched on a chair beside him holding his arm. Coby and Ryder were standing by Uncle Elias and Uncle Levi in deep conversation. Grandad Leon and Nanna Ayla were behind Mum and each had their hands on her shoulder."No matter what they have to tell us, I’m here, we go through this together." Allie promised. ”We’re stronger than the rogues."They all looked to me with hints of anger and worry all over their faces.“So, what’s wrong?” I questioned as I moved further into the office, and Brody closed the door behind us.“You might want to sit down, sweetheart.” Dad instructed, pointing to the sofas on the other side of the room.I led Brody towards the sofas and made sure he was sat next to me. I’m going to need him close if I’m going to get through this. Mum and Dad joined us, sitting
#Chapter301HIS SCENT“So, you and Brody?” Olivia smirked as she placed some pieces of fruit in five bowls.“I know that face, Liv. There is nothing going on.” I groaned, “we’re just friends.”“Friends definitely don’t look at each other the way you two do.” She snickered.Olivia placed the knife onto the kitchen island and looked at me with a serious expression. She leaned against the kitchen island, resting her chin on the palm of her hand.“In all seriousness, how are you doing now you’re back?” She asked.I took a deep breath, then smiled at Olivia.“I’m glad to be back.” I sighed, “really glad to be back”.”“We’re glad to have you back,” she smiled sweetly. “Are you going with Brody when he gets his scent back?”I nodded and pushed away from the kitchen island. “He’s nervous about it, so I want to be there for him.”"You just want to know what he smells like." Allie quipped.She’s not wrong. I am intrigued to know what his scent is like. When I
#Chapter302LITTLE DETAILSI have no idea how I’m feeling right now, there are so many thoughts running through my mind.I’m confused why I’ve got a mate and a beloved. I know we have a family history of having two... Nanna Ayla had two mates, but they think that was because of the prophecy, and Grandad Leon was always supposed to be her true mate, but never in my wildest dreams would I have expected me to have a mate and a beloved.I’m happy, elated, absolutely over the moon at the fact Brody is my beloved. He’s everything I wanted in a beloved. He’s thoughtful, caring, and a decent being. I’m certainly lucky to have been blessed to spend my life with him.But I’m also worried. No, I’m absolutely petrified. When Luca finds out I’m also destined for someone else, I don’t even want to think about what he’d do. He’s going to be angry and jealous, and that’s a dangerous combination. Jealousy can make even the nicest people do wrong things. Luca is deranged and definitely wo
#Chapter303WHEREVER YOU GO, I GO“So, we’re going to live in the palace forever?” Callie asked.Brody glanced at me with his brow raised. We haven’t discussed what’s going to happen. I still want to be part of the royal guard, but now I have someone else to think about.What does Brody want to do with his life? Would he be happy staying in the palace? There are all these little things we’re going to have to deal with.Until the threat to my life, well all our lives are dealt with, the best place for us is the palace. But after that, I need to think about Brody and Callie, not just myself.“I don’t know about the future, but yes, for now, we’re staying at the palace.” I answered. “Is that okay with you both?”“I like the palace. I like my bedroom. I like your family. I want to stay.” Callie answered.I smiled at her and nodded. “I’m glad you like it here.”I glanced to Brody, he seemed deep in thought. He smiled sweetly at me and took hold of my hand and Callie’s.“Wherev
#Chapter1I stomped back and forth across the floor of my bedroom, waiting for the taxi to arrive. I can feel the rage rising with each step, and no matter what I do, whether it's counting to ten, taking a deep breath, nothing helps; I can't settle.I thought I had experienced pain before. Everything I have ever endured feels minuscule compared to it. This pain hurts to breathe; my whole body aches. Sometimes, I find it hard to breathe. It feels like someone is squeezing my lungs, then releasing them only enough for me to catch my breath before resuming the torture, like a never-ending, vicious cycle.I collapsed against the wardrobe as I heaved in deep breaths and tried to calm myself down. My eyes began to burn as a low growl slipped out."We can't travel like this, Amaris. If we lose control, it's dangerous," my wolf, Aurora, whined.1"I know, Rory, I'm trying." I groaned, massaging my temples.I drooped my head low and breathed deeply. My eyes were still burning, so I knew I
#Chapter2Flight two six three to Exeter is delayed. Sorry for the inconvenience.'1I grumbled and ran my hand down my face. I need this over with, so I can get back here as soon as possible. The longer time passes, the more agitated I get."I guess your flight too?" Someone chuckled from behind me.I looked cautiously over my shoulder and nodded. A young guy stood behind the table. He had a rucksack slung over his shoulder and was scanning the room.He walked around the table and stopped in front of me. "Do you mind if I sit here? It's a little packed in here." He asked.I smiled and nodded my head, "sure."It'll be nice to have some company while I wait for this damn airplane. He smiled brightly at me while sitting down. He picked up a menu and began to dart his eyes over it."Want another drink?" He offered, gesturing his head towards my drinks, "my treat?"I gave him a small smile and shook my head, "I better not."He nodded his head while taking two bottles of water out
#Chapter3We pulled away from the car park, I admired the scenery as we drove. I have to admit, I have missed this place."How is everyone... back home?" I asked apprehensively.He kept his eyes fixated on the road. I noticed his knuckles turning white. I know this is a hard time for him too. I'm kicking myself for not being here when it happened. I wasn't here for any of them."Everyone is as good as can be." He stated."How's Lucas?" I uttered. He exhaled heavily and shook his head. "He's still angry with me isn't he?" I asked, sadly."Yeah, he's still a little angry." He admitted. "I know, I just hoped he would eventually understand," I hummed."He does understand why you had to leave. He just misses you is all." He disclosed, "You missed some pretty big milestones in his life." He added with a sad smile.I gasped harshly. "I was there when he met his mate, remember?" I huffed, "That was when I also met my mate. Well, one of them." I grumbled.1I held my head in my hands, b
#Chapter4As we neared the pack borders, the nerves kicked in. I haven't seen anyone from home in 3 years and I'm not sure how they're going to react. Especially when I'm expected to be their Alpha.As the border came into view, 4 wolves appeared from the tree line. I didn't recognise any of them but it has been that long since I've seen anyone, they could have different warriors.'I don't recognise any scents, Amaris.'They were all a little smaller than Aurora. She was quite a large wolf, especially for a she-wolf. But I do have Alpha blood in me.The larger wolf shifted, he stood in between the other wolves completely naked. I rolled my eyes but kept in wolf form.Aurora stood taller and padded the ground. The wolves all looked at each other. Before the naked dude spoke, "Shift." He commanded, well-tried. Aurora doesn't respond to commands. A wolf went behind the tree and brought some shorts out for the guy.Aurora cocked her head slightly then sat down. The wolves growled an