[Asher’s POV]"You back to normal now?" Aldina asked, appearing behind the bars of my cell. "Or do you need to stay here a little longer?"A groan escaped me as images of the night before flashed before my eyes. After parting ways with Leah and Chloe, I had lost my battle against the darkness and snapped into nothing more than a mindless creature whose only intent was to kill. In order to keep me from causing any trouble, Kelvin managed to lock me up before shooting me with a strong sedative."I’m fine." I sighed, slowly getting to my feet. "You can let me out now.""Sure," Aldina purred, clutching the bars and leaning in. "But first, I’m pretty hungry since I couldn’t feed last night.""Alright."I watched as Aldina pulled the key to my cell out of her bra and then entered the cell with me. But before I could speak, she quickly shoved me down on a lone cot that sat against the wall and then straddled me."What are you doing?" I growled, as her arms began to wander around my neck."I’
[Thia’s POV]I stood on the porch and watched as Leah and the twins made their way down the drive and towards the main road beyond. Once I was sure that they were no longer in earshot, I headed back inside to find Ashton and his mom already in the living room waiting for me. Ian had gone to get Haidan and Antoine, so he wasn’t present, but once they returned, we could discuss our next strategy to deal with the new danger."Come here." Ashton called, patting the space beside him. "It’s going to be alright.""I know." I sighed, collapsing beside him.Letting out a breath, I leaned in close so that his warmth seeped into my skin, calming my nerves and helping clear my head some.As I closed my eyes, I could hear the sound of the front door opening and footsteps making their way towards us. Opening them once more, I watch as Haidan, Antoine, and Ian make their way towards us, followed by Deon and Tatiana."Welcome." I called, plastering a smile on my face. "I’m happy all of you could come
[Leah’s POV]My breath hitched in my throat as I took in the area that Craig had brought us. Who would have thought that a small amusement park would be hidden so close to the coast? I was sure that the ocean line probably looked beautiful from the top of the ferris wheel, and the nice sea breeze made everything calm."So, was I right or was I right?" Craig asked, meeting my gaze expectantly."Yeah." I responded, continuing to take in the sight. "It is pretty good."I tried to keep my voice even as I took in the vibrant carousel that featured zoo animals instead of horses and the spinning teacups. It was definitely something the twins would enjoy, but when I tried to find excitement over Craig’s surprise, I could only remember that night six years ago when we were attacked."Are you sure?" Craig responded. "You don’t seem very happy."Shit, I needed to get it together, otherwise I would hurt him."I’m really okay." I assured him, plastering a smile."We were attacked at an amusement p
[Asher’s POV]I can feel Leah’s body shivering against mine as I stare into the eyes of the tiny creature that looks so much like me and her together. There was no doubt about it now; this was my child. The child that I created together with Leah. But why didn’t she tell me about her? Why was she trying to hide it?"If you don’t speak, I’m leaving." Leah warned, pulling my attention back to her."How old is she?" I asked instead, unable to stop my curiosity about the child. "What is her name?""It doesn’t matter." Leah snapped, unconsciously attempting to put more distance between us. "She doesn’t concern you.""BULLSHIT!"Anger explodes through me from Leah’s attempt to stop me from getting to know my child. Without thinking, I slammed my fist into the wall right beside her head, causing pain to rush up my arm and through my body to try to stop the darkness from trying to erupt."Just let me go." She whispered, snapping her gaze from mine. "Remember, you were the one that didn’t want
[Leah’s POV]I stumbled out of the small cabin that possessed Asher’s warmth and scent as the man himself watched me with cold and distant eyes. His hot and cold attitude was really starting to piss me off, but it confirmed my suspicions about something more going on in his head.Stopping at the end of the porch, I turned and stared into Asher’s eyes as he continued to remain impassive."I just want you to know." I began, deciding that I would just speak what my heart was screaming. "You don’t have to suffer alone. I’m here and I’ll always be here. "Maybe it was useless of me to even say that, but I couldn’t stop myself. Asher was my mate and my best friend. Even if he was now this cold and indifferent person, when he slipped up and dropped the act, I found that the same man was still there. It was just a matter of finding that man and bringing him back permanently."Am I supposed to be moved?" Asher asked, frowning. "Who knows?" I shrugged. "Anyway, see ya!"Turning, I quickly made
[Chloe’s POV]I stormed out of the house, ignoring Thia and Ashton’s questioning gazes. I was beginning to get sick of this. Anytime I mentioned my visions, I was simply told that they were nightmares, even when each and every one comes true."Dammit." I growled, looking towards the house where my siblings and brother-in-law remained oblivious. "Something big is coming." I continue, feeling my heart begin to beat faster. "How can I get you all to believe me?"Closing my eyes, I once again saw Asher with glowing red eyes and large black wings. He stood proudly over the corpses of many of our friends. Beside him was a man with blazing red hair and a vampiress that looked pleased with themselves. However, they weren’t the ones I was most concerned with. Instead, there was a beautiful blonde with an ethereal feel to her that really worried me. Shaking off the chill that was beginning to rush down my spine, I turned and began to make my way towards town. If Leah and the others weren’t goi
[Leah’s POV]I stared at Chloe for a moment more, before gritting my teeth and racing forward. I would have to worry about how she knew my secret later. Right now, I needed to save my mate."Wait for me!" Chloe called, rushing up behind me."Stay back." I warned. "When I let go, I can’t control it."The ability was something I discovered when I was at my angryest over not being able to shift into a lycan anymore. When it happened, it scared me so badly that I didn’t dare use it unless absolutely necessary. Because of that, I was still not able to fully handle it."But you’ll need my help." Chloe argued."No, I won’t." I snapped. "Now stay back where it is safe and call those damn kitsune’s!"I didn’t bother looking back to see if Chloe had listened. If she got too close, I would have to knock her out. I didn’t want to have to do it, but desperate times call for desperate measures.Extending my senses, I quickly located Asher and began to move. I could sense his pain through our bond a
[Asher’s POV]I kept my gaze firmly fixed on Leah as she studied me carefully. What in the world was she thinking behind those guarded eyes?"I’ll find her something of Tatiana’s." Ian responded, drawing my attention back to him. "For the time being, she can clean your wounds. They’re starting to heal and if any debris is left, we will have to reopen the skin. ""Got it." Leah responded, stepping forward and reaching into the bin.Satisfied that she could handle things from here, Ian headed out of the room, so it was now just the two of us. Leah’s hand that gently cleaned my wounds shook ever so slightly. It was easy to tell that she was nervous about being so close to me, especially after how harsh I had been with her recently."Why did those tengus attack you?" She asked, taking me by surprise. "And don’t say it isn’t any of my business."I fought back the amused smirk that wanted to form on my lips at her defiance and kept my expression neutral."They owed a friend money."My word