Lexi’s povSigning the very last document the attorney smiled at me and slid over a bank book.“Your account balance and account number are all inside, princess,” he said firmly and I thumbed through the small book. My eyes grew large when they landed on the balance.“Mom, come see this,” I huffed in disbelief.Showing her the amount I shook my head remembering how we had struggled to survive after his fake death.She frowned, rubbed my shoulder, and sighed.“He was a frugal man and hid his actual wealth,” she said softly.“The council hopes that it will go to caring for the hybrid pack that you are Luna for, “ the attorney said and I eyed him strangely.“I thought you were a human,” I blurted out.Shaking his head he cleared his throat and offered his hand.“I'm the newly appointed king of the Isle of Howell and happen to be an attorney as well,” he informed me. I smiled sensing his powerful wolf with his handshake.“Don't your people need funds?”“No, this is just your late father's
Lexi’s povBiting my lower lip I nodded and glanced over at both of my mates.They were behaving oddly and encouraging me to go with Darius.“What is going on Nova? I feel like I'm being kept out of the loop,” I muttered sourly.My wolf huffed and told me to just follow Darius.He went straight into Jonathan's office and closed the door behind me for privacy.“Have a seat, please,” he asserted and I sat before him clasping my hands in apprehension.“As I mentioned previously, Nathan was the one who was intended to become the Alpha of the hybrids but as you know Nolan created his pack of hybrids…a very diverse group I must say, but anyhow…” I interrupted him and growled, “I want to know about Kieran and the council's plan for him!”Darius gave me an annoyed glare and crossed his arms as he leaned back in the office chair.“Miss, if you would allow me to continue I will get to that subject momentarily,” he snapped.Sitting back I gestured for him to continue by rolling my hand by the w
Lexi’s pov“He's so old,” I balked as Nathan chuckled.“You know, Lexi, lots of women consider Darius Cartwright a panty dropper. You have to admit that he is an attractive bloodsucker,” he offered and I rolled my eyes and said, “Hell no! I'm not going to admit that. Doesn't a vampire have to taste the person's blood to know if they are their mate? That's what Lenny told me!”Nathan raised his hands in a questioning manner and said, “I have no clue, Lexi.”Pressing my hands to my swelling abdomen I sighed to my growing pup.“You don't want to have a hundred-plus-year-old mate. You will break his hip on your wedding night,” I muttered, then groaned from my dirty thoughts.Nathan was eyeing me with laughter shining in his eyes.“How does Nolan feel about it? It is his pup in question,” I inquired.Shrugging he said, “I haven't any idea but he will probably be alright with it since Darius is a council member of high standing and is the descendant of one of the original members.”Exhaling
Lexi’s povWhen our food arrived Kieran was trying to reach out for my plate so I put some eggs down for him.“Is it normal for him to grow so quickly?”I asked Nathan in concern.“I have no idea but we can take him to Doctor Monroe and get him a check-up and find out,” he suggested and I nodded.I noticed that Nolan was watching us and looking down at his plate.“Hey Nolan I want to run with you tonight since we are built similarly and Nathan can stay at the house or run with Kieran,” I suggested and saw his eyes light up and the corner of his mouth turn upward.“Mace says that he believes that you are closer to Nathan than him,” Nova whimpered in my mind.Shaking my head slightly I peered over at Nolan and looked at him longingly.Mouthing I love you I grinned seeing his face brighten.He mouthed it back then said, “I would love to run with you, by ourselves.”Nathan was watching us both and snickering to himself.“I don't want to burst your bubble bro but you need to show me your o
Lexi’s povFinished with putting our clothes away I glanced at Nolan and said, “Let's go run our wolves.”“What about Nathan and your son,” he asked me sullenly.Giving him a glare I explained that I already informed him that I intended to spend the day and evening with him and him alone.“Wow, well alright then, but when we shift be sure to carry your clothes in case we need them,” he said, sparking my curiosity.“Wherever are you going to take me,” I asked teasingly.I sauntered up before him and rubbed my chest against him.“I thought I'd take you to the flower fields and waterfall,” he whispered huskily and gazed into my eyes.“Hmmm sounds like fun. Maybe we can go skinny dipping?”His mouth curled up as his eyes narrowed down at me.“So tempting,” he growled, then kissed me.Wrapping my arms around his slender waist I kissed him back hoping that he felt how much he truly meant to me.After we separated I saw that his eyes were closed and felt his heart racing like mine.“Let me m
Lexi’s povHearing voices I cracked my eyes open slightly and surveyed my surroundings.I could make out a fireplace and the shapes of the four pricks that ambushed Nolan and me.Hearing another heartbeat I turned to my right to see Nolan lying next to me but still unconscious.“Nova, are you still there?”“Yeah and stronger than ever,” she chortled, causing me to frown.“None of this is humorous,” I berated her and she huffed.“It is because those idiots have no idea who or what you truly are. Conversion bites only enhance you and make you stronger,” she snorted and I muttered an unbelieving “Really?”“Would I lie to you,” she asked.“No, you wouldn't. How are my twins,” I asked her.“They're growing well and have increased their strength as well. It's no wonder why Darius Cartwright is curious if your daughter is his mate as they would be a great match,” she said and I rolled my eyes as I listened to the group discuss what they wanted for Nolan’s ransom.“Is Nolan alright,” I asked
Lexi’s povRunning outside I was hit by the faint smell of exhaust and tilted my head as I heard cars. Walking around the rundown cabin I glanced over the edge of the summit and saw an interstate. Following along the asphalt with my eyes I could see an exit sign for the Alderwood State Park.Hurrying back to Nolan I told him where we were and he looked startled.“How did we end up so far northwest? We can't be here, Lexi, this is someone else's territory,” he exclaimed and I shrugged, not concerned about the implication of another pack's area. I handed him the cell phone and suggested that he call Nathan.“Good thing we didn't start a fire that certainly would have pissed some Alpha off,” I muttered and he chuckled at me as he dialed Nathan.Covering the phone speaker he asked me if I wanted to go back or stay.I gave him a stern look and said, “That's entirely up to you, Nolan.”He got back on the phone and told Nathan where we were and that we would return in a few days. I raised m
Lexi’s povLaying against Nolan I watched the meat and turned it so it would cook evenly.Once it was cooked thoroughly I pulled it off the makeshift spit to cool.After a bit, I tore off a piece and offered it to a hesitant Nolan.I watched him as he creased his brow, sniffed at it, and touched it with the tip of his tongue.Grabbing it back from him I shoved it into my mouth and chewed.“Why did you do that?!” “It was painful watching you inspect it,” I scolded him as I swallowed.Pouting at me I laughed as I tore off a bigger piece and handed it to him.“Just eat it, it's not the best but it will fill your belly and give you energy,” I sighed and nodded at him finally stuffing it into his mouth.“Did you know that Darius thinks that our daughter might be his mate,” I said abruptly.Watching Nolan chew he swallowed and sighed.“He is only speculating because he tasted Kieran's blood and knows what your offspring will be,” he asserted and I eyed him blankly.“I knew that! What I was