Luka pov“Those idiots got their hands on a few drops of venom, that’s why you can’t open your eyes. Don’t freak out just yet, it’ll take a few hours until the effect wears off, so you’re not in any immediate danger, and neither is your vision.” The stranger warns me as he carries me away from the awful stench. I’m on his back like a wounded animal, and quite frankly, I’m surprised he talked dumb and dumber into giving me to him. I don’t dare to assume that I’m safe with this man. There’s no such thing as safety around strangers and those who stood with someone who decided to kidnap me. For whatever reasons they did it, I’ll figure out who they were and have their heads handed to me.“Why are you helping me?” I ask the most important question. This man didn’t lay out his intentions when he decided to get me out of there, so I can’t trust him just yet. Especially since I can’t see where he’s taking me. “Because I’m not that thrilled about the idea of kissing my life goodbye. Come o
Lazarus povSarah was awake for all but two minutes until she fell asleep again. I wish I could gaze into her eyes for longer, but at least the doctors assured us that it’s normal to feel extremely tired in her condition. They say it’ll take a few days until she comes back to her senses completely, so for now, everything is a waiting game for us. Than walks me out of her room and stops in the hall. I shouldn’t be, but I am happy that he’s the only one of our parents left in the hospital. Mom needs to take care of our siblings and the rest of the dads are running around her like she’s a miracle. I’m not trying to say it’s a bad thing, because it’s truly wonderful, but my feelings are far too conflicted right now. A part of me wants my parents around so they could give some much-needed support, but the other part screams they shouldn’t be a part of the misery. Than’s massive palm lands on my shoulder. “It will be okay, son. She needs some rest; the baby is safe, and we will find L
Lazarus pov Well, shit. Great. That's just what I needed. Note the sarcasm. Sighing, I give up on any idea that ran through my mind earlier and mutter, "I'll be on my way to greet the Elders then." Even though I'm on pretty good terms with some of them, I can't flaunt amazing communication abilities when it comes to the Elders. Luka is the brains of the bunch and he has plenty of Council friends. Speaking of which, he disappears right when he's needed the most. I know I am unreasonably irritated by the situation and the Council members falling on my head like unexpected snow, but I can’t help myself. For the time being that I have to spend next to those men and women; I’ll pretend everything is okay. Now to think of a believable excuse for my brothers. As always, I reach the main building before I’m ready to face the guests. My mind is blank, nothing I think of seems like a legit reason to excuse Luka and Lenox, so if shit really hits the fan, I’ll have to come clean with
Lenox pov“Do you guys have mutated dust here? I swear, my balls feel like someone’s brushing sandpaper against them,” I groan and reach into my pants to ease the itch. As I relieve the annoying sensation, both men turn their gazes on me. “What?” I snap at the morons who stare at me in disgust. “Don’t tell me you haven’t seen a guy scratch his balls before. Come on; it’s the most natural thing to do. Besides, it’s not like I have an STD or anything. And for your information, no, I don’t plan to fuck you, so my itch stays where it belongs – in my pants.” I grin and carry on with my business. “Normal people don’t do that with a spoon,” one of them scoffs. Well, that’s offensive. “Pray God I won’t shove the spoon down your throat and share the taste with you.” I wink at the guy who keeps making weird grimaces. In all honesty, I should’ve killed these two, but after the call with my brother, I would rather stick around for a little longer than return home and face Laz’s wrath. Some
Luka povThe silence is louder than I thought it could be. It’s suffocating me. I need to get away from here, from the man who claims to be the saviour but acts like the world is nothing but a big mystery. Trusting someone I just met has always seemed like the most ridiculous thing to do, and even though he did technically save my life, I can’t look at him like someone who means well. Fenton accompanied the men who kidnapped me, and if he could turn his back on them, where’s the proof he wouldn’t do the same to me? The only people I can trust are my family. Outsiders don’t belong with us, as stupid as it sounds, and I’m sure none of us would willingly accept any. I can’t claim the statement to be awfully precise because we just welcomed Than into our family, but that was a different case. He never helped anyone to kidnap us or meant harm. Once the silence stretches out and becomes uncomfortable, I clear my throat. Fenton’s gaze settles on me the next moment as if he’s been wait
Lazarus pov“I mean this with the most disrespect you could imagine, but have you lost your fucking goddamn mind?” I roar at the Elder. My reaction might have some serious consequences but fuck that! Have they all lost their minds?The gall to enter my home, my territory and throw demands at us? Yes, I will tolerate their disrespect and unreasonable demands. As if. “Alpha Lazarus, please calm down,” the Elder raises his hands and takes one step back to increase the distance between us. Maybe he noticed I’m ready to jump over this damn desk and attack him if another word will leave his mouth. I can picture the satisfying look on his face while he would choke on his own blood. “Please, listen to me. It’s important to have a Luna, and I don’t see an issue with claiming the woman. Your brothers and you have the woman right here, under your noses. Is this request really that unreasonable?” He keeps blabbering his nonsense. I straighten my body and walk around the desk. With each step
Sarah povI am seriously getting sick and tired from waking up in the hospital. Lazarus was here earlier, but I’m not sure how much time went by since I passed out again and woke up. The room is quiet and reeks of medicine. Thankfully, there are no wires attached to me, so pulling off any won’t alert the medical staff. Carefully, I sit up in the bed and rub the remains of sleep from my eyes. I wouldn’t freak out if there was a baby crib in the room or anything that might prove the presence of the baby, but there’s nothing. I can’t believe anyone didn't think of bringing my daughter to me. Speaking of which, I still need to get my hands on Lenox. That little, annoying asshole is going to get some piece of mind from me for the birth certificate. He named our daughter Optimus Prime; who does that? For fuck’s sake, of course, he does. Just as I throw my legs over the edge of the bed, the door to my room opens, and a cheerful voice echoes off the walls. “Oh, goodie, you’re awake.”
Lenox povI’m not actually going to fuck his dad. Well, maybe, it depends on how the old man looks and if he fits my liking. Would Sarah consider this cheating? I sure as fuck wouldn’t, but I never know with that woman. Yeah, I better find the willpower to hold back from any temptation. A simple slip of a leg, and I’m fucked forever. I don’t want to lose my wonderful woman and access to our warrior Optimus. “You sick-” the damn fool chokes on his own words. “You sick bastard, I’m an orphan!” He screams through tears. I roll my eyes and kick his leg. “I didn’t ask for your backstory, moron.” Sometimes I wonder why people are so damn adamant to talk to me. The questions, of the questions; they never stop. Who are you? How did you get inside my house? Why are you doing this? Where are you taking me? Why are we going to the basement? What are you going to do with that spoon? Shit, they’re so predictable. “Anyway,” I drag the word as I take in his miserable appearance. “Am I getti