Leo's POVIt felt as though time had slowed down as we barrelled through the forest towards home. I knew Kai was trying to reach me through the mindlink as we weaved through the trees, but my mind couldn't process a single word. The anticipation and anxiety over what I was returning to were eating me up inside. Who was my mate? What if it isn't my mate and Kai has gotten my hopes up for nothing? Will I ever get Sky’s arrogant ramblings back in my head if this isn't the mate bond? Although he hasn't retreated into the back of my mind, he has been unusually quiet. He has stayed with me so I can shift and run home, but will not tell me what is to come. Luckily, as he hasn't left me, I am able to sit in the back of my mind and give him control, but as we reach the border, I become aware that he is circling the territory. Although he hasn't slowed at all, he suddenly takes a sharp left, leaving Kai and me confused and flustered.‘Sky, where exactly are you going?’ I ask, but he doesn't rep
Lilly’s POV As unimpressed as I am that my newfound mate whipped me behind him like a damsel in distress, I can appreciate that his instinct took over. He found us less than five minutes ago, and although I know he has seen me train, that doesn't mean his wolf likes the idea of losing me before we have even had a chance to be together. The apologetic look he gave me as he glanced over his shoulder was enough to make me realise that he understood that he fucked up. Hopefully, that won't be an argument we continue to have in the future, because I will be nobody’s Luna. He will need to learn that I am his Alpha, and he cannot push me around, mate or not. I know I already love him. His broad shoulders and rippling muscles are… everything. He has trained with us for years, and Oakley is a beast. I worry that Violet will not be content with such a quiet and level-headed mate. She can be quite volatile and needs talking down from the edge more times than I can count. Although we are best f
Leo’s POVAs I grew closer, I could instantly recognise the future Alpha and Beta. Once Oakley reached me, I could instantly feel our bond snap, and although I am overjoyed to have my mate in my arms, I can't forget that he had his hands on them seconds ago. Now I have staked my claim, those damn she-wolves thought they could come back to him? No. He is mine and they will fucking learn their damn place. Alpha or not… I will not let her touch my mate again. After my growl, they both froze. But Lilly’s returning growl was clearly full of warning. Oakley places his hands on my shoulders, releasing a tingling all over my body. Clearly, he is trying to calm me, which, although it is working, I am slightly pissed off. Is he really trying to protect them? I am his fucking mate! I don't care what his damn problem is with me going toe-to-toe with these two, other than the prospect of them handing me my ass. I know they could… but I would go down swinging for my mate! Why won't he let me stak
Violets POVWith my pinkie finger locked around Lillies, and Leo’s arm around my waist, we walk back towards the packhouse. If we stayed out there much longer the whole pack would be witnessing much more than just a steamy kissing scene. All of my mates have me weak at the knees. Now, we have to inform our parents. As the current Alpha and Beta couples, they need to know we found our mates as soon as possible. The fear pumping through me is a result of our unusual mating situation. As long as I have been alive, there have never been more than three in a mate bond. To say that I am worried this will go badly is an understatement. Although my mates are happy and appear relatively calm, I can feel their apprehension through our bond. Knowing they can feel my consuming fear adds a hint of shame to our shared connection. How can I ever stand as Beta… or stand beside these amazing mates of mine… knowing that I will never equal their fearlessness? They are all prepared to face whatever is t
Lilly’s POVWe walked calmly to my mother's office, and I could feel my mate's anxiety. I know my mother better than anyone… other than my father I suppose. She is just going to be happy that the goddess has blessed me with my mates. Clearly, we will have some discussions about positions, as we have never had an alpha trio… not alone an Alpha Quad. I would be happy for Vi to continue to ascend to the Beta position, as long as they understand we will be sharing a home and a life together. Knowing that knocking before entering an office that would be mine in less than 9 hours would only incite a rant from my mother, I grab the door handle and stride in. Oakley keeps his hands on my hips as I enter first, trailed by my mates. My mother is sitting behind her glass desk, in her office chair, chatting on the phone. As we enter, her face lights up, as she turns to take in the view. I knew I could count on my mother to be understanding. Vi’s worries were all for nothing, for none of the elde
Violets POV I couldn’t help but tremble. I let Lilly take the lead, as I knew she would be able to communicate this to our parents. It went downhill faster than I expected, and Lillys grip never weakened from either me or Leo. She was a force. When Willow took over, I assumed this would end up bad, but she appears to have made the Alpha resigned to our fate. Once the Alpha barks out a curse to the Goddess, I can see the visible disappointment on my parents faces. Even the Luna looks horrified in his mate. Lilly sinks back into Leo, exhausted by the prolonged control of her wolf form, and the power of her aura during the argument. I almost wanted to submit to her, but as she is my mate, my wolf stood proud of her mate. “Daisy. I have had enough of this. Now. You either stop this, or you can leave. Either way, we are telling the pups the truth. Like it or not.” the Luna barks at his mate. The shock in the room is almost tangible. He never over rules the Alpha. He always submits to hi
Luna Norths POV Standing against my mate was one of the hardest decisions of my life. It was easy to be her Luna. Some packs think less of us... well, me specifically, because she is a female Alpha, with a male Luna. The kids have no idea the prejudice of what we have endured all these years. I don’t care. I never did. The truth would finally be out now, and honestly, it felt like the crushing, painful weight is about to lift from my shoulders. It has been burdening all of us for such a long time. I only have one regret about the last twenty years or so... and I was about to put it all out there for my daughter and her mates. We move to the sofa, each taking a seat. Marigold, my mates Beta sits to my right, and takes my hand in hers. Her mate Reed sits to my left, leaning back into the cushions. I sigh. This is not going to be easy. I take my hand from Marigold’s and lean forward. The kids have all taken a seat across from us. My pup, Lilly, is sitting in one of her mates' laps. She
Beta Mate Reed’s POV I knew this had to be hard for the pups. I watched them all take in my words, and the shock was almost comical on their faces. Being this close to my mates had me feeling a sense of comfort in this otherwise uncomfortable situation. I have never stopped loving them all. I never allowed myself to let them go, not really. We were just kids, who were forced into this situation, not knowing how hard it would still be twenty years later. I still felt the tingles and desire when I touched North. Daisy avoided our touch at every chance. Even Marigolds, which hurt her more than she would say. They remained best friends, but I know it hurt that she was kept at an arm's length from her. They grew up as best friends, just like Lilly and Violet. The pressure of their future roles in this pack was their common ground. They were both so happy when the found out they were mates all that time ago. Now... it's painful to even think about. We still spent as much time as possible