Novels by Natalia Chavez

Five years later...I woke up to the ringing of an alarm clock. Like always, it was Ondina's. She had a million of them set for every ten minutes. What for? I had no idea, but today, it wasn't just an annoyance. It was a painful reminder of the chaos that was about to erupt. Fire year old twins were a force of nature. The ringing of the alarm grew louder. I groaned, reaching for the snooze button, but a gentle hand stopped me. "Don't even think about it," Ondina murmured, her voice laced with a sleepy smile. "The monsters will be here any minute."I still couldn't believe I was married to a woman so beautiful. Her dark hair was a tangled mess against the silk pillow and her eyes were still heavy with sleep, but the warmth radiating from her was undeniable. She was, indeed, my everything, and now, carrying our third child, she possessed a radiant glow that made my heart ache with a love so strong it sometimes felt like a physical weight."Monsters?" I teased, pulling her closer. "I

RaphaelI was just finishing up paperwork she my office door opened and in walked Celeste. She swung her hips a little too hard and she smelled of expensive perfume."Raphy, darling," she purred, the word sounding like a hiss on her tongue. "So good of you to see me.""Celeste," I replied.I was already annoyed and just wanted together this over with. "I wasn't aware I had a choice. Your unannounced visit last night hardly left me one."She ignored the chairs and sat her ass on the edge of my desk. Her crimson lips curved into a practiced pout. "Oh, don't be like that, Raphy. I just wanted to see you. To catch up."My jaw tightened. "Catch up? By crashing into my home, heavily intoxicated, and physically assaulting my wife?"Her perfectly practiced pout faltered and was replaced by a flicker of annoyance. "Ondina was being dramatic. It was merely a little… disagreement with her.""A disagreement that involved you grabbing her hair and screaming about how she stole your life?" "He

RaphaelThis could not be happening. Not tonight. Not when Ondina was finally happy. She lunged herself forward, trying to wrap her arms around my waist but I stiff armed her in the forehead."Celeste," I whispered."How did you find our- that doesn't matter." Trying to keep my voice calm I stated."You need to leave.""Leave?" she shrieked, Loud enough for the entire house to hear her. "Leave? After everything? After you promised me forever? You were supposed to be mine, Raphy!"Ondina appeared behind me, her face a mask of confusion and then, registration."How the fuck did you get here?" Ondina positioned herself between me and Celeste."Ondina!" Celeste shrieked again, pointing a wobbly finger in her face. "You! How does it feel living MY life?! I was supposed to be Mrs. Lahsen! I was supposed to live in this house! I was supposed to-" before she could continue, Ondina pushed her in the chest."Back up or I'll call the police!" Before Celeste could launch into another tirade, An

Raphael"Are you sure we can pull this off, Raf?" she asked, her voice tight as she surveyed the mountain of unopened boxes in the living room."The movers have it all covered, my love. Don't stress. " I kissed her forehead."It's just, with it being the twins' birthday, and the family dinner... it's all happening so fast." I could understand why she would be overwhelmed.not only was the twins birthday, it was also moving day. I wrapped my arms around her, burying my face in her beautiful curls. "Hey, breathe. We've got this, little flower. I'm here, aren't I? And besides, you're forgetting the cater we hired." She chuckled, some of the tension left her shoulders. "you're right. I'm over reacting. I need to calm down.""Exactly! Now, tell me, what's priority number one?""Getting Cam and Camie's play area set up. If they're happy, we're all happy." We exchanged smiles.She was right. Those two could bring the the sky down on us if they weren't happy, but they were the best kind of

MasonBreathing was becoming a task for me. Every breath hitched a ragged protest against the pain that I was feeling every day, but today... today was different. The air hung heavier. It was like I could feel my time running out. I knew. Today was the end, and Ondina words clung to my heart. "You're gonna die here, and no one will miss you." A sigh escaped my lips. I could tase the blood in my lungs. My vision was patchy and it burned to keep my eyes open. They had gotten used to the dark after months of being in it, but now, they were struggling against the glow of that one single bulb I hadn't know was there. Ondina forgot to turn it off and this was a new kind of torture.I was left here, visibly able to see just how far gone I was. In the dark, I couldn't see much detail of myself, but now, I could see everything. I was far from the man I used to be, and I had no one to blame but myself. Regret was a useless emotion now. A luxury I could no longer afford, but it was there and

OndinaHis face was gaunt, his eyes sunken and hollow. His hair was longer and his facial hair was unkept, like he hadn't shaves in months. His clothes were worn and filthy, clinging to his sickly frame. He looked like he hadn't eaten in months. He was looking up at her, his eyes wide with a flicker of... 'was it hope?'Ondina took a step back when the memories crashed down on her like a tidal wave of horror and pain.She could remember the fear, the sting of the restraints cutting into her skin, and the relentless torment. She could remember his cruel laughters as he had enjoyed her suffering and how he mocked her as she cried. The memory that paralyzed her the most was his haunting groans of Camilles name as he repeated it over and over again while he used her body for his own gratification. She remembered the agonizing pain of premature labor and the fear for her unborn children as the darkness swallowed her whole. She remembered every single detail.He had taken everything from he

Dom's POV“Prophecies cause chaos. So much unknown yet if all feels permanent. It would make a good lever as well.”I stepped closer, scanning over his mess. “Benji-“ I started but he was so invested in this theory, he didn’t hear me.“Think about it. It’s possible. If you read a prophecy that names a Redeemer and blood as the key, how could you spin that? You being the last Lycan king would make an easy target, of course. But the witches-“ he flipped through the books pages.“-The witches has their own center. According to this text here, The High Priestess is an anchor. If the moon sings, she hears it first. Which means Anastasia, Luna, most likely plays a part in all of this whether we want her to or not.”My jaw flexed. The last thing I needed right now was to be reminded that my Ana would was tied into all of this. We already knew this.“Benji.” I set my palms onto the table, causing the wood to reek but he continued.“I’ve cross-checked six blood-moon fragments from our archive

Dom's POVI could feel it too. I so badly wanted to dive deeper into her mind to get to the bottom of it, but the memories of our first real fight deterred me.'We could never do that again,' Amos warned."Tell me. What worries you?"She looked at me cautiously around the room and I sent a quick dismissal to the guards in the room."We are alone now. Speak freely, little witch," I said as I gently guided her to the throne and let her sit.She spoke of her fears of becoming a mother and the fragile bond she has with her brother.“With time, Aron will come to accept this. The pup would be his niece or nephew after all,” I tell her.“As far as you being a mother, you have nothing to worry about at all. I've seen how you are with the children of your coven and with your brother. You would be an amazing mother.” She nodded.I could see the visible worry leaving her face. However, I could still feel it through our link. With time, it will subside, right?"Why don't we head up to our room an

Dom’s POVIt was taking everything in me not to dismiss everyone. I have been sitting here since this morning. I’ve had to deal with such minuscule things, when all I wanted to do was meet with Benji and figure out how we could go about protecting Ana.“I’m begging you, my king, spare my boy. He is all I have left.” Mrs. Fawn begged for the thousandth time.Amos perked up the second the double doors opened and Ana walked in. I myself felt the same way, but I couldn't go to her now. I was still busy.'My love/mate!' Both Amos and I greeted her via mind link.I motioned for Ana to join me as I gave the signal to the guards to escort Mrs. Fawn out of the room."Again, Mrs. Fawn. My heart goes to you, it truly does, but what your son did is unforgivable, and one of the worst crimes you could commit. Surely, you understand why it has to be done," I stated, my voice void of emotion.As much as I hated this part of the job, it had to be done. Mrs. Fawn broke into full on hysterics as the gua

Anastasia's POV“Blessed be, you’ve done it. Sister Ester says as she approaches.Once she was closer, she closed her eyes and stretched her arms out in front of her. Her palms facing the sanctuary. I could tell she was sending her own protection. After a few seconds, she turned to me.“I am honored to be chosen to perform the moon ritual for you, High Priestess.”It felt strange hearing her call me that. She was much older than me. In my head, the High Priestess should be someone of wisdom. And Sister Ester definitely fit the bill.“That’s good to hear.” The word came out softer than I intended.Sister Ester looked at me expectantly. Her eyes dropping to my stomach as an understanding smile spread across her lips. I dint have to ask her if she knew, I could feel she knew. My hand immediately went to the flat of my stomach.“We have more to protect now than just the Sanctuary, High Priestess.” She stated before she turned back in the direction of its doubled doors without turning to l

Anastasia's POV‘Are you finished with your responsibilities yet?’ Amos’ voice filled my head, and an unavoidable smile painted my face. Dom must still be busy for Amos to be talking with me alone.‘Just about. Missed me?’ I asked, knowing the answer.“More than the moon and the stars, mate.’ Amos whimpered.He was the cutest. He was so child like at times and then, there were the other times when Dom would be sleeping and he would take control. They were definitely polar opposites.‘When you’re finished, come and see us. Dom needs you too.’I frowned slightly. I knew he did. After the Seer, and that unexpected visitor baring gifts, I’ve never seen him so closed off before.‘I’ll make time.’ I reassured him, making my way down to the kitchen in search for Miss Elaina.If I was being honest, I needed him too. I was just given huge news and didn’t have the time to talk to him about it. Maybe that’s what the Seer ment when she said my blood held the key.If that was true, then maybe I co

Anastasia’s POVWillows words played consistently in my head mixed with the seer’s premonition. I couldn’t understand how the Moon Goddess could possibly choose me. Why? What made me so special. This whole time, I had assumed that I was paying for the pain I had caused others.I’ve accepted it as my punishment, but now, knowing what I do… it was like the more I thought about it, the more overwhelming it had become. I wasn’t suffering, I was given a gift, and instead of viewing it that way, I took it as a curse. I didn’t really know how to feel about that.My room door opened and Rowan stood at the entrance. His emotions were always consistent him of irritation and anxiety. Maybe it was due to him being the leading warrior. Elara shared that title with him, but he had always managed to take over most of the work.I’m gonna need to speak with Elara about that.“Merry meet, High Priestess.” He spoke before he took several steps into my room and sat on the bed.“Merry meet, Rowan. You hav