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Elena's POVOne hour.The phrases reverberated in my mind while Andrew and I hurried to get dressed. The instant we nearly experienced, fading into haste and anxiety."How many?" Andrew asked sharply slipping his shirt over his head."At minimum two hundred." Marcus's expression was somber. "Each one displays symbols. All equipped with arms that..." He paused. "That emit the magical light, as Elena's necklace."My hand shot up to my neck. The pendant throbbed warmly beneath my palm. "Do they possess weapons?""Seized from heritage they've eradicated through the ages." A fresh voice came from the doorway.My father remained there caught in his transformed state...between human and wendigo. His crimson eyes appeared solemn."Victor." Andrews tone was cold. "You brought them here.""No... I was certain they would arrive sooner or later." He entered, with Marcus making way. "Once Elena unleashed her power all Covenant hunters, within a five-hundred-mile radius sensed it. They've been gath

Andrew's PovI smiled."You were amazing." I pressed my face into her hair inhaling her scent. "Amazing and..." My voice faltered. "You rescued us.""We rescued one another." Her arms wrapped around my waist gripping firmly. "Isn't that what partners do?""Right." I leaned back enough to get a view of her face. Blood dripped from her nose. "You're injured.""Simply exhausted. Drawing that energy..." She stumbled once more. "The room keeps turning."I lifted her into my embrace. "Now lets take you to a place where you can relax.""The battle...""Marcus is capable of managing it." I moved toward the door. "At this moment my sole focus is, on you."She said nothing. Simply nestled into my chest relying on me to hold her. The closeness of it...her trust in me despite everything, tightened my throat.I led her into my chambers. Placed her softly on the bed. Began to move to fetch supplies yet her hand grasped mine."Remain." Her eyelids were drooping already. "I beg you. I must..." She st

Andrew's POVThe bond howled.Not pain. Terror. Elena's terror flooding through our connection like ice water in my veins.I was midway, up the staircase organizing the defense against the shadow wolves when it struck me. When her terror turned into mine. I realized...The safe room wasn't safe anymore."Marcus!" I didn’t pause for his reply. I changed direction on the move. Sprinted away.Wolves fled away from my way. I was indifferent to the fight erupting around me. Unconcerned that shadow wolves were breaking through our lines. Unconcerned, with anything except reaching her.The corridor leading to the room was thick with smoke. Enchantment fizzled in the atmosphere ominous. The bolted door I had closed behind me dangled from its frame, like paper.I changed back, to my shape by the doorway. Walked inside.Elena remained in the middle of the room encircled by her grandmother and three shadow wolves. The light from her necklace shone brightly, energy emanating from her in pulses. Y

Elena's Pov She did more than endure. She accepted the darkness your mother shunned. Harnessed its strength for vengeance, than defense." His tone grew firmer. "Shes assembling an army, Elena. Wolves, hunters anyone desperate enough to serve an Ancient.. She wants you at the helm.""I would never...""She understands that. That's why she will attempt to coerce you." He glanced at Andrew. "The full moon arrives in two days. She'll target Elena at that time when the link between you is at its peak. She'll aim to destroy it to cut the bond that provides Elena with stability."Andrews entire body stiffened. "Not while I’m still alive.""That's what she is relying on." My fathers face grew serious. "She thinks that if you're gone, Elena will lack all the support. No cause to hold back from wielding her power. She'll transform into what Marianna chose not to be...a tool of retribution.""So what should we do next?" I inquired.“You finalize the bond." The response didn’t come from my fathe

Elena's POVMy father.The term reverberated in my mind while Andrew and I hurried down the hallways. Pack members dispersed as we went by feeling the stress emanating from their Alpha."It might be a trick," Andrew murmured, his grip firm, on my hand. "The very one who dispatched those ravens. The one who ambushed us in the clearing.""It might actually be him." My voice trembled. "The man responsible, for my mother's death. The one who trafficked me to Kael.""Then I will end him personally."The confidence, in his tone ought to have frightened me. Instead it came across as a shield.We arrived at the border to see Marcus and twenty fighters arranged in a stance. Past them, beyond pack lands, a man was standing.He appeared older than I had recalled. His dark hair was threaded with grey. Deep creases marked the areas, around his eyes and mouth.. The contour of his face, the manner in which he stood...“Papa?" The term escaped, soft and youthful.He recoiled. "Elena. You've matured."

Andrew's PovHer eyes glistened with tears. "You shouldn't talk like that.""Why not?""Because it urges me to trust you. It pushes me to let go of all skepticism and simply..." She withdrew her hand placing it over her heart. "Simply surrender. Despite the fact that surrendering could be the foolish choice I've ever made.""Then act foolishly with me." I rose, circling the table to kneel by her seat. "Take the chance. Allow yourself to slip. I promise on all I'm, love, value and possess, that I will catch you."Her breathing faltered. "Andrew...""I love you." The words spilled forth. "Not your strength. Not your heritage. You. The woman who challenges Selene. Who rescues injured creatures. Who sees me as both the worst choice shes ever taken." My hand reached her cheek thumb gently wiping away a tear. "I love you, Elena Torres.. I will dedicate every single day for the rest of my life showing it if that’s the necessity to make you believe me."She melted into my caress, eyelids shut

Hera's Pov A beautiful field of lavender had grown since the last time I was here. Selen, even in death you still do beautiful things. I sat beside the small red brick that was covered by the flowers and dirt, the only reason I found it was because I placed it there. It served as a headstone for the one that created it.My lips moved into a small smile as the memory of Selene's stunned then proud face on the day she created it appeared in my mind.She had burnt her hand in the process but she smiled and said it was worth it.“Selen. I'm sorry, I've not come to visit for too long. A lot of things have happened, Antonio is dead. Unfortunately, he took some people with him but we were able to save more.”I dusted the dirt off the stone with my fingers, wondering if I should pull out the flowers around it or not.“The children are all big now. Somehow, Liam is with me. Yes, I didn't talk about it with you beforehand but I know you'll approve. Leila is a mom now, she's got twins and they'

Leila's Pov Things have been a whirlwind recently. Everyone was busy or caught up in something, it has been a while since we sat down together to relax not to talk about the packs welfare.The move had gone smoothly. As expected, some people had decided to stay behind. They were mostly elderly that were bound by memories the land held. Some of their family members bound by duty decided to stay with them.Sonia didn't come with us.She did apologize before we left but fortunately, she didn't try to build any relationship or try to force a conversation. I have moved on from the past but that didn't mean that I wanted anything to do with it. Ash did follow, he pledged his loyalty to Xander but I think he's actually loyal to Hera. So far, he's been nothing but a great help but I was still watching. My trust was something that was hard to earn now“Hey Luna!” Grey shouted from the door. I smiled and waved.I watched him walk towards me. The limp was almost non-existent by now and his wolf

Xander's PovI lifted my stunning mate into my arms and made my way to our room wordlessly. I really only wanted a kiss at first but teasing her felt really good and the next thing, she was rubbing her body on me like she was in heat.Luckily, no one interrupted us and I reached our room. Leila slid down my body, I swallowed a groan at the feelings she evoked with that move.“On your knees baby.”Watching her, I calmly studied my body. There wasn't any symptoms of my rut coming, neither was I in rut at the moment. But for some reason, all I had in my head were thoughts of keeping Leila on my cock, filling her with my pops and killing anyone that looked at her in a funny way.My thoughts died at the sight of Leila on her knees, her pretty eyes staring hungrily at my cock and her pink tongue coming out to trace her lower lips before disappearing.Goddess, she was stunning.She blinked and looked at me, probably feeling the weight of my stare.“You're the most beautiful creature the Godd

Leila's Pov I stood beside Xander, sending waves of support through our bond. This decision was difficult for him to make but it was the right one.Due to my powers and Marenza’s skills, healing has been a rapid process for everyone here. The food issue was getting better because everyone was pulling their weight and the general crowd looked a lot better than they did a few days ago although malnourished looks couldn't disappear in a matter of weeks.“Good morning,” Xander greeted and the small sounds seized.“Antonio is dead.” The pack froze, their disbelief clear on their face and so was their hope and relief.“I know that it's too soon to ask this but there's no need to be overly cautious or scared. Things will only get better from now on.”It started from a sniffle, it was easy to hear the sound coming from my right in the silence. Soon, the air was filled with crying and wailing from the pack, words of gratitude were also in the mix.“No,” Xander sighed and fell on his knees stu

Xander's PovThis whole ordeal has been stressful on my mate. It was obvious in the amount of weight she had lost but that won't last for long.Her squirming drew my gaze down to her body, sun rays filtered through the curtains and landed on her face. She hadn't opened her eyes but I could see her moving them.Smiling at her cute antics, I gently tucked her into the safety of my chest, away from the sun. She relaxed moments later and I went back to my thoughts.There's lot to be done concerning the packs. I had three packs under my control and moving them to one location is too risky. Most of them won't be comfortable moving from all they know especially Antonio's pack. We may have rescued them but that doesn't mean that they trust us. There's also the probability that some people actually liked his reign and harbour some resentment against us.Leaving them as they are would mean that the people I have come to recognize as family would be separated. I don't think my mate and I are rea

Leila's Pov The surprised expressions on everyone's faces confused me. I'll ask Xander later, for now, Grey was tired. It was very obvious but his effort in hiding it was applaudable.I also didn't miss the look between him and Damien that I walked in on.“Alright. I'm satisfied with Grey's alive state. Let's give him chance to rest. Hera apply whatever you need to and Damien watch over him till he falls asleep.”‘Meddler,’ Lea accused.‘Like you aren't curious about the relationship between them.’‘I admit nothing.’Xander smirked, “you did good today Damien. Don't forget to also get some rest.”“Yes Alpha.”“The concoction isn't ready yet, give it an hour or two,” Hera said. “I'll check your bandages then.”“Thank the Goddess,” Grey murmured, his voice loud enough for everyone to hear.Xander and I laughed.“You little shit,” teased Hera with a smile on her face.“Don't insult the recovering patient,” Grey pouted. “Didn't your master teach you that?”“My master also taught me a lot