روايات بقلم CieraBachman

I wasn’t sure I was breathing. My heart was pounding in my chest at Braxton’s words. The tears that wanted to form in my eyes were held back with the greatest restraint. Now wasn’t the time to behave like a teenage girl.I needed to stand tall and regal like the queen I was, despite wanting nothing more than to sob into my mates chest while he held me.Later. I could fall apart later.I still was at a loss for words. Rogues, who have been treated horribly for only the Goddess knows how long, want to fight. For me. After I have handed them freedom on a silver platter.I opened my mouth. Then closed it. Opened it again.I probably looked like a fish out of water.I honestly didn’t know how I felt right now. A mix of disbelief, pride, fear, gratitude. My head was a whole mess of emotions but I couldn’t worry about that right now. I was in a room full of alpha’s and I needed to remind them of why I was in charge here.I steadied my breathing, swallowed once, and said, “Thank you Braxton a

Here's a little cheat sheet for the packs.Alpha Merrick and Luna Gracelyn - Harvest Moon Alpha Zion (currently unmated but that may change soon;)) - Blue MoonAlpha Aydin and Luna Tessa - Waning MoonAlpha Kolter and Luna Kinsley - Waxing MoonAlpha David and Luna Christina - Silver Moon.........................................................“So,” she continued, her tone lighter, “with that being said, Blood Moon pack will not be a part of this war and I will be keeping a close eye on them.”“What about the weapons?” asked Merrick.“The warehouse where they were stored is nothing but ash now,” I explained. “Raina burned it to the ground along with everything in it.”I still remember the lightning strike that hit the warehouse and set it alight, the flames spreading like wildfire, all the ammunition igniting in little pops in the otherwise silent night. Every single girl who had been held there watched with tears in their eyes as their worst nightmare became nothing but cinders in

With Raina’s mind a little less chaotic, I led her over to stand at the head of the table. The other alphas would be here any minute, my warriors at the borders informing me of their arrival in the pack already. Everyone was on time and every single one of them showed up.Hayden and one of the men he gathered walked in first, the former bowing his head to Raina and me immediately. The man beside him was wide eyed, but looked at my mate with respect and gratitude.He walked up to us slowly, bowing his head as he said, “My queen. Hayden has told me everything about your role in rescuing our families and then sending him to find us. You have my support and loyalty.”A soft smile curled at her lips as she said, “What is your name?”His eyes were still cast down as he replied, “Braxton, your majesty. My mate is Helena.”“Ah.” Raina’s eyes lit with recognition. “Your mate is a lovely woman. She has told me a lot about you. I’m happy to finally get to meet you face to face.”He finally looke

It was the morning of the meeting with the other alphas and my stomach was in knots.Don’t ask me why I was so nervous because I couldn’t give you a straight answer.There were so many thoughts running through my head. What if someone pulled out and left us high and dry? What if they decided the risks weren’t worth it? I’d be devastated but ultimately, respect their decision.I may be a queen but I was no dictator.I didn’t feel very queen-like as I paced back and forth in the council room. My brain was running a million miles a minute. I barely slept last night despite Xander’s attempt to exhaust me.I thoroughly enjoyed his efforts and my body was tired. But my mind? Wide awake like it chugged espresso.I can’t tell you how many times I contemplated ripping my own head off last night just to get an hour of sleep but I couldn’t lead a war headless so here I was, suffering for the greater good.I’d been through worse.Weather was no better. She’s been pacing in my head since last nigh

I was so damn happy Hayden was back but at the same time, I wanted to ring his neck for taking so long. With each day that passed and he didn’t show up, I grew more and more worried, afraid something had happened to him. I checked in with his mate at least twice a day. Her assurances that he was still alive and not in any pain were the only things that kept me from going mad.Xander had the warrior at the border tell Hayden and the men with him to head to the rogue camp where all their loved ones were. I ended practice early and the two of us sped over to greet them.The place was in utter chaos when we arrived but in the best way possible.Cries of joy could be heard from every corner of the camp as families were reunited. Mates embraced, holding on to each other so tight like they never wanted to let go. Fathers hugged their children and apologized for being gone so long.The ones whose mates or family members died during the attacks watched on with watery smiles. Tears streamed do

It’s been a week since we snuck into Blood Moon pack and rescued the women from the cells Ezra kept them in so he could sell them on the black market. It was a very long week of getting a hold of their families and making sure they made it home. Some didn’t have loved ones waiting for them so we gave them a place in the pack.The ones who stayed with us were doing well. Raina, Victoria, and Madeline made sure they felt comfortable and got them set up with a therapist to work through any trauma. A lot of them decided to join in the training, wanting to be able to defend themselves in case something like that ever happened to them again.It would take a while but they would slowly heal and come out of their shells. They stayed away from the men but have warmed up to my mate. She spent most of her days either training, hanging out with the new rescues, or with the rogues.We still haven’t heard from Hayden and I could tell it was weighing heavily on Raina. His mate assured her he was sti