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• Conflicted - Twist of Fate.    Lost in desire - Smut warning ⚠️

  Nathanial's perspective: I should feel guilty, but right now I don't care about anything except the goddess in my arms as we reach her house. I put her down as we reach her bedroom, I move to kiss her but she suprises me as she pushes me back. "My turn alpha" she challenges. I raise my hands in submission, open to anything this temptress wants to do to me. She moves forward quickly, kissing me as she undoes my pants, dropping to her knees in front of me. I'm instantly hard, watching her as she lips her lips slowly keeping eye contact with me.Fuck me; my mate is hot as fuck. She moves slowly, keeping her eyes on mind as her hand gasps my manhood; her tongue coming out to lip the tip as she massages me with her tongue before taking me into her mouth. I soon realise she has no gag reflex as she pushes me to the back of her mouth, the suction beyond hot as the desire of watching her turns me on harder. "Fuck baby" I moan as she speeds up

• Conflicted - Twist of Fate.    The arrival

  Nathanial's perspective: To the human world our ways may seem strange. To be able to be so connected to one person in a short period of time and that bond to be broken and move on. I guess in a way it's a gift and a curse our species has. I look down at my mate beside me, waiting at the border of the pack as Greta informed us of Tristan and Armina's imminent arrival. I hold her hand tightly, letting her strength and comfort give me strength as my heart races watching the trees. It's not about Armina, it's the awkwardness of it all. Tristan has been my brother, my father, my while family in one person and my actions let him down. More than once. Being connected to Cassie has given me a new perspective on the mate bond. The connection I have with her feels stronger than I one I had with Armina, I imagine this is how Tristan felt. My actions of nearly ruining that was a betrayal, of the worst kind. Grateful for Cassie & her wolf Aliyah, I face the trees, both scenting and hearing the

• Conflicted - Twist of Fate.    A new beginning - Smut warning ⚠️

  Nathanial's perspective: "You doing okay?" Cassie's voice showing the consistent compassion she has since I found out they were coming. "I don't know" feeling happy to have someone I trust to talk about it all. "She hurt you, it's going to be hard to be the one to help her" her voice calming as she places her hand on my shoulder. We're standing in the empty private gym, a forgotten punching bag in front of me as I thought it might help to work out some frustration. "I don't feel it anymore though" I admit, a thought that's been messing with my mind. "I mean I remember it all, but it feels like a different life" I turn, taking in her features. The way her dark red hair frames her face, her eyes always understanding and compassionate while a kick ass attitude comes into play when we fight. She's amazing. 'You're falling for her' Croxus says in our mind, 'Would that be so bad?' I ask him. I won't force him into something he doesn't agree with. I've hurt him enough. 'It's okay with me;

• Conflicted - Twist of Fate.    Off to the Red Mountain Pack.

  Tristan's perspective:We worked out the journey to leave the car at the nearest road. We then have about a 30 minute run ahead, which isn't bad at all. We're about 15 minutes from where we will leave the car and Armina has been silent the entire drive. It's driving me crazy as I wish I could read her mind, find any way to get through to her. Atleast I should be grateful she agreed to come although that alone resulted in some weird questions from her part. She asked me if there would be female wolves, when I said yes she was suddenly packing her bags and walking willingly to the car. I half thought I was going to have to restrain her to get her in so I guess this is a small win. Her lips are tight as she stares silent out the window. The packs were not fond of the idea of us going alone, they felt their king and queen needed to be protected. I couldn't allow it. Aiden was needed to keep things going and I didn't want anyone outside of him and Grace to know what is happening with Arm

• Conflicted - Twist of Fate.    Reuniting

  Nathanial's perspective:It's been two weeks here at the Red Mountain pack and honestly it's the most at peace I have felt in my entire life. The way the pack runs, it's not all about preparing for war it's about peace and harmony. Between the protection the witches offer and the strength of the wolves here they've got protection covered. Especially when most packs don't even know they exist, keeping their business seperate has created something wonderful here. My mother is truly a kind and unique soul. The day she brought me into her home the room had several baby photos of Tristan and I along with candles and special prayer candles for our safety. She shared how she had the witches check in on us and how proud she was of what she heard back. It was hard when I asked why she didn't ever come back, but when she explained her fears it was understandable. She didn't want to hurt us either, but she also apologised because it has always been her biggest regret. My peace however also has

• Conflicted - Twist of Fate.    Two weeks later.

  Tristan: I'm so lost. Armina has barely left our room in the last two weeks. The day she accepted the Queen role I saw the change in her eyes. The packs have returned home, I've been flooded with different requests for funding, assistance with training; horticulture assistance and the lists never seem to end. I was hesitant to take on this role when I thought I'd have Armina by my side, trying to do it without her has been hell. Aiden has tried to speak with her and to be honest has been my sanity during this time. Shayne, recognised the changes and went off to seek answers, worried that either the pregnancy or the new role has played a part in her suddenly distancing herself from all of us. It's not just the distance, it's her eyes, her demeanour, everything. All of the compassion and love she has shown everyone around her has faded. She shows no interest in being around anyone. Myself included at times. I make sure to bring her food, try to encourage her to come outside and be in