Sara POVHope and confusion filled my mind as Nick spoke. I stared at him open-mouthed, not knowing how to respond. Does he know the implications of what he's asking here?“What?” I gasped.Is he out of his mind? What about members of the Forest Moon? What if they see me with him? Worse, what if they see the child? Does he no longer care about these things?He gave one look at Jake and the other guy, and they retreated their steps to give us some privacy.“C’mon," he jerked his head towards the door at the far side of the lobby. "Let’s talk about this somewhere more private.”I could not disagree because my thoughts are still scattered, trying to come to terms with his suggestion. Or command. So I followed him as he led me out into an open space. A few minutes later, we were sitting across from each other at the resort lounge.As he signaled for the waiter, he said, “You must be hungry -”“I’m not. Are you out of your mind asking me to stay in YOUR penthouse? Your mother kicked me and
Luna ReignMeanwhile, in Reign Towers, Los Angeles,Elise Reign is worried. She has started to see the signs that her son, the alpha, would break off his latest engagement like he did the previous ones.He has been betrothed to three women in the last four years. That wasn't good for their family image. But thank Goddess, the girls all knew the golden rule: "Keep the news from the press until a Mating ceremony date is set!"This simple rule had benefited both parties immensely during the break-ups. It had saved the girls and their families the embarrassment of being ditched.Nick promised her that he'd make this one work. He told her that there would be a Mating ceremony soon. But she was starting to doubt that he would keep his word.Why did he miss his weekly dinner with Cassie a few days ago. That's the first sign of trouble. He has never done that in the five months that they've been together. Right now, he's away and not replying her texts. Which means he has the perfect excuse t
Megan DeereMeg stood in front of the Luna's door and knocked. "Enter," she called out.Elder Damascus White was in the office when she walked in. She bowed in greeting according to Forest Moon's custom when a younger werewolf meets a council elder."You look well, dear Megan," he remarked in kind, soft tone."I'm well, elder, thank you," she replied with a smile. The male rose from the chair. "My dear Luna, I hope things would move forward between those two when you return," he said."We all hope the same," Luna Reign replied with a serious expression. Once the elder had left and shut the door, she mumbled, "At least, I'm not the only one worrying that Nick’s about to screw up!"Meg wished she wouldn't offer details on her son's love life, but the Luna went on."That's Cassie White's uncle. Come to whine about his niece getting stood up!""I see," Meg replied, but she was truly not interested so she added, "the chopper is ready, Luna.""Perfect! Get Mae and Truly. We leave immedia
Sara POVThere's a glint in Nick’s eyes, indicating that his wolf was below the surface. It gave me an odd chill for reasons I couldn't fathom. I quickly looked away, ignoring his intense gaze."Hello? Sara?" Avery called over the phone.“Uhmm... I don’t know about today,” I replied. Nick moved closer as I spoke, distracting me some more. Avery started to protest my refusal when I cut him off“Can I call you back? I’m in the middle of something.” I hung up and started to reach for my luggage. When two bellboys suddenly appeared behind Nick.“They’ll carry it upstairs,” he said. “Who was that?”“Who was who?” I returned.“The person on the phone. Who was that?" he repeated. The hotel staffs were now carrying my stuffs to the private elevator.“They’re none of your business!” I replied.I started to follow the bellboys when he caught my arm and held me back. Despite the barrier of my jacket, I felt a strange, familiar thrill run through me. In a flash, the memory of the forceful kiss fr
Sara POVOnce I was satisfied that little Alex was focused on his food, I went into the living room to meet Nick. He rose from the chair like he'd been waiting for me."So..." I began. "How's this supposed to work? Are we like... one big family now? I get to live here and play house with you?"“I’ll show you to your room," he said, ignoring my mocking question and leading the way up the stairs. As I followed behind him, I couldn't be quiet. I was still so upset about the whole morning.“I’m sure this is weird for you. It is for me. Totally! I can’t imagine how uncomfortable it’ll be living under the same roof with me," I heaved an exaggerated sigh before going on. "I mean, I’m nothing but an omega. I don’t even belong in the pack no more. Isn’t that the same as being an orphan? A little below the rank from omega, isn't it? I might as well be a rogue to your MOTHER! How would you explain this to her when she finds out, by the way?”He entered a room two doors from where Alex had been.
Whoever had their hands over my mouth felt familiar. I stopped struggling when I sensed who it might be. Richard, Nick's gamma, held me pinned to the van. Another figure held my son, covering his mouth as he whispered, “Shh... it's alright." "Look!" Rich whispered, gesturing with his chin. As I followed his eyes, my gaze settled on the last person on earth that I needed to run into at this time. Scratch that. The last two people, not person. Luna Elise Reign, Nick’s mother, approached the private elevator. Megan Deere was with her, plus two other werewolves. One of them looks like a warrior. The other might be an omega. Rich released me as I reached for Alex. I held my finger to my lips, gesturing for him not to make a sound as we waited for the luna and my former best friend to enter the elevator. I couldn’t think of anything else at that moment. But I know that I’d rather not see or talk to those two forever. Especially not when Alex was with me. However, these thoughts didn
Megan DeereAs Meg and Luna Reign drove down from the helipad, Meg already prepared herself mentally to be near Nick. They were in Orphic now and have just entered his resort. She decided that the town is as pathetic as the Luna described. It was a little too laid-back for a city she-wolf like herself.Although, this opinion didn't apply to Rain resort. To her, the place feels like a wonderland in a boondocks even from the outside. It was easy to guess that the proposed park would be connected to it. The lobby is as elegant as it should be and not as scanty as she expected. But then, this type of getaway couldn't be meant for people of this town. It's the type of city people with deep pockets come to unwind.One of the security guards recognized the Luna on sight and was now leading them up the private elevator.“Does he know you're coming? I'm only asking because he’s out of town for a meeting. He may return to L.A instead of here once he’s done, Luna!” the guard informed.Meg though
Nick POV“This is a surprise, mother, and not a very pleasant one! I'm rather busy," I said to the Luna. She shouldn't be in Orphic at all. Not right now.My driver pulled over a few feet from the curb where Sara stopped. A simple middle-class neighbourhood with picket fence in some houses. The small home looked much like the one she lived in with her father and son.When they first called to tell me she was leaving the penthouse, I’d almost had them stop her. Then they'd reported immediately that my mother was heading to the resort.I'm not in the least bit ready to tell the Luna about my son. And a reunion with her is the last thing Sara needed right now, too, I'm sure of this.It’s clear that the girl wasn't stupid enough to be trying to run away with the child, but she should’ve picked up my call. My men had watched her with her dad before I got here. According to them, all they’d done was talk.My mother was talking to me on the phone, but I'd zoned off. There's some movement ins