Sam took a cautious approach towards Jake. He could see he needed to be careful based on his expressions. He knelt by Jake's side. "You took a hammering. Do you think you'll be able to walk to the clinic on your own?"
Jake remained silent. He only returned his stare.
"How many of us are dead ?" He inquired.
"A few," Sam said grimly, "but I haven't counted them yet."
Jake instructed, "Take the injured to the infirmary and make arrangements for the cremation of those who have died."
"All right," Sam murmured after a long sigh of exhaustion. "I'll despatch someone to return you to the suit. I understand you haven't bothered to pay close attention, but you don't appear well." He swallowed his saliva and cleared his throat. He lowered his voice.
"Didn't Dr Connery mention he created something to aid in the healing process?"
"I am fine," Jake brushed him off.
Jake's betas went to work assisting the injured. While Jake returnedDestiny strained to break out of her bonds. There had been the figure of a shadowy man in her room for a few brief moments. Because the other males in the room didn't react to him, she felt she was the only one who could see him. He went about the room, looking for something as if he was trying to figure out what was going on. She tried not to respond when he got closer to her.He then touched her, and she recognised him. She noticed the golden coloured threads encircling her body reaching out past the shadowy man to... him.....Jake!He was seated in a chair, and the threads drifted through the air until they came into contact with him.Jake! She muttered. Is he able to see her? Was she dreaming once more? She looked in horror as the vision, or whatever it was, faded, straining to hear what he was hurriedly saying. As he departed from her view, she felt a wave of despair wash over her.She muttered faintly, "Nooo...""What?" Deman
"Hurry, for the love of God! The clock is ticking, "Jake hissed angrily. "If he touches her, I swear to God, I'll-""You need to relax, Jake," Sam said. "We need to achieve this without any violence if at all possible. Don't let this turn into a bloodbath, man! Again.""How are we going to do it?" Connery inquired."We arrive, divide up, seize control, and put an end to the fucking mating. Because I am her mate, no one can dispute my claim. I doubt we'll encounter opposition, but if we do, kill them."Jake shrugged his shoulders.Dr Connery stated, "You barely escaped with your life, Jake." They had just vanquished Rodney, he was correct. Even with his super-healing, Jake was still weak."I'll speak with the Alpha; he won't be able to refuse my claim to my mate. That would be tantamount to breaching a fundamental law." Jake remarked.**************Destiny waited for her father, dressed in that dreadful gown. Her mother had a
Destiny was in a daze. She followed her mother after seeing her hurry towards her unconscious brother."Chris?" She screamed."I didn't kill him, so he'll be fine," Jake stated calmly.She looked at Jake with wide eyes.Long wounds had been scratched into his cheek, but they were mending swiftly. Blood was also visible in the corner of his mouth."He only has a chance to live because of you. I didn't want to begin our life together with your family's blood on my hands."Destiny stood by and watched as Chris was wheeled away to the hospital."I just... I had no idea you'd find me in time. What were the chances of that happening? I mean what were the chances of that happening?" She remarked this as she approached Jake. She then saw his battered appearance. He seemed a little more frazzled than normal, and she sensed something else."What happened, Jake?" She inquired.He sighed but d
It was still dark when they arrived at the white claw pack, and Destiny was still asleep. As her eyes fluttered open, he gently shook her shoulder and smiled a little more. She pushed her hair out of her face and sat up straight."We've arrived," he said.Destiny leapt to her feet when a loud knock on the tinted windows interrupted his thoughts, causing Jake to grin broadly."That's Serra," he identified the figure.She knocked once more."Dude, she's going to break the glass if you don't open the door," Sam complained.Jake walked out the door after opening it. Destiny slid across the seat of the SUV and stepped out of the vehicle to greet Serra. Jake turned around and extended his hand to Destiny. Destiny was snatched from behind by Serra in a bear hug after she shoved Jake aside."Oh! Luna! I am overjoyed that you have returned." Serra said."I'm relieved as well, and I'm relieved to see you safe," Destiny said, referring to
"I declare you soulmates with the power bestowed upon me by the Godess Luna. Please accept her blessing." The holy priest made the announcement.Jake and Destiny drank wine from the same goblet. The crowd applauded. Their mating had not yet been completed. He hadn't claimed her or marked her yet.She dashed towards the end of the forest, beginning the pack run, with a smile. The fight was enjoyable; she hadn't sparred with someone as skilled as Jake in a long time. He'd challenged her, and even though she'd lost, she felt better. When he lifted her from the ground, she was breathing heavily, but her nerves were frayed. Growing up in a pack, surrounded by sex, didn't make it any easier when it was your turn.She returned her gaze to Jake, arched her brow, and waited for him to make a move; she met his eyes, which shimmered with hidden promises. He drew her firmly into his arms and kissed her softly at first, but as she melted into his body, he became more insiste
Jake had been startled awake by the sensation of her warm body pressed against his side. Her breaths swept a nice path across his chest. He hadn't wanted to move after waking up this way, with her cuddled up so close to him. He was content to lie with her in his arms, yet there were things to be done, as usual. When he stared down at her, he couldn't help but trace the profile of her face. He traced his finger across her brow and down the bridge of her nose. He stroked his fingers over her lips, savouring the softness of her lips. He slid his finger under her chin and grabbed it with his fingertip and thumb. The kiss was long and lingering. He took his time, examining her mouth thoroughly before her brain could register anything else. Her body responded even though she was half asleep. Her hands went up and down his arms and back.Her eyes were clouded with sleep and longing when she opened them. He could even make out the beginnings of gold. He grinned as he saw her ey
Trigger warning: This chapter contains a depiction of domestic violence. Jake pulled up in front of Destiny's house and parked the Escalade. He assisted her, making sure his body was in front of hers. He felt jittery to the point of being irritable. He lifted his hand to knock as he approached the front door. The door swung open slightly because it wasn't entirely closed. His wolf was barking warnings at him, and he grimaced. "Does anyone else have a horrible feeling about this place?" Sam inquired. Jake said, "Oh yeah." Destiny was silent, but she felt the same way. A sense of impending doom, of rage, was strong in the air. She forced her way through the door. Her main concern, her first thought, was for her mother. Her wolf growled, begging to be let out. She entered the room quickly. "Wait... Destiny!" Jake made a hissing sound. "Mom?" Destiny called, gazing around terrified. The living room was in shamble
In the middle of the room, David was still unconscious. Chris looked at his sister as if she was a freak."What the hell is going on?" He yelled loudly and took a step towards Destiny. "You dare to come here and-"Jake responded quickly. He snatched Chris' throat and dragged him back to the nearest wall, where he was pinned. "When talking to my mate, you be careful with your tone. Do you get what I'm saying? We weren't the ones who started it; we just happened to be there when your dad was hitting your mom. And, Chris, I've had enough of your crazy ass family. Please don't push me.""You think we're crazy? Did you see her? What was that nonsense? No woman ever grows to that size." Chris shouted. "She went after our father, who is a man."Jake slammed Chris' head into the wall. "You piece of shit!""Everyone relax," Sam advised. "We walked in on your father thrashing your mother. That elicited a response from Destiny.""You