Author’s POVCallum ran with all of his strength through the woods not minding the discomfort he was feeling in his chest. All he wants to do is to get away from everything happening around him. Not having any appropriate person to share his plans with makes him feel very frustrated. And at the moment nothing is going his way.His wolf protested at the hard push and that prompted him to go back to the house. After taking a bath, he got dressed and headed to the study. Two of the guards he had sent on a task had returned.“Do you have any good news for me?” Callum asked with a stern expression.Both men glanced discreetly at themselves, and one of them finally gathered enough courage to respond.“My lord, we couldn’t find her.” He said with restraint in his voice.Callum scoffed, rubbing at his forehead. “I can’t believe you two are telling this to my face. Have you lost your mind? How hard can it be to find a child? Does she have wings to fly or know better than you two? How can you a
Fiona’s POVI laughed lightly at a joke Dawn made while she tried to pacify Louis. He can be such a mess when he chooses to be. Crying out his lungs and not concerning himself with what others might be feeling. Still, no matter how fussy he gets. Dawn is always ready to carry him in her arms. It's like a joyous feeling for her.“Shhh, I think he is sleeping.” She said while trying to check if was really asleep.Isla walked into the room with a bowl it fruit in hand. She dropped it next to me before checking Louis. “He is asleep.” She affirmed.“That was quick,” I mumbled.“I will take him to his room,” Dawn said amidst a yawn. “I think I would retire for the night too.”“Alright. Have a good night's rest.” I waved at them as Isla followed too.Letting out a long breath of relief, I leaned into the bed frame chewing on my fruit quietly. My thoughts are preoccupied with Ronan’s state. He sent a letter that Dawn must be well protected and never let out of my sight. It made me wonder what
Author’s POV“Of what use do you intend to be to me, Freya?” Callum questioned with a dark look in his eyes.Freya swallowed hard, keeping her place by the wall. “I promise, Callum. I am trying my best. Ronan and I are just getting closer now. I have to gain his trust, he is becoming more secretive. Did something happen?”He turned his face away mumbling some incoherent words under his breath. His last altercation with Ronan had put Callum on the edge a bit. Nothing prepared him for the discussion they had. He didn’t think Ronan would ever find out about his true relationship with Celine. But it is all thanks to his big-mouthed daughter.“Whatever happened is none of your business.” He bit back. “All I need from you is the information of everything Ronan does. I do not care how you intend to do so. Just make sure that happens.”“I will do so. All the same, I just think it is essential that you tell me what happened?”“Fine! Ronan found out that I was abusing Celine before her death b
Ronan’s POVA familiar but fading scent wafted through my nose. I shifted feeling a tender weight on my chest while the morning sun taunted my eyes. I finally opened them to see Freya next to me. Lifting her off me gently, I got off the bed putting my clothes back on.Last night was a rollercoaster of emotions. I couldn’t hold myself back from breaking down. It's been an overwhelming couple of days for me and I have mostly kept to myself. Being back in Freya’s arms after a long while does feel like home. And sincerely, I didn’t stop to think about Fiona. Even though guilt did get a light grip on me. She is still my mate and wife under every law guiding our world.I placed a kiss on her forehead and left the room. Only to be met in the hallway by Timon. Timon as always didn’t bother to hide his surprise. He glanced behind me and attempted to open his mouth to speak.“Not here!” I warned heading to my chamber.He obeyed and followed stealthily. As soon as the door was shut behind us. He
Author’s POVFreya paced the study back and forth feeling anxious, she had been waiting for Callum for over thirty minutes and he still hadn’t shown up. She already mindlinked him to announce her presence. A part of her felt uneasy at his obvious disregard for her.Just when she was about to give up, he walked in with a chip on his shoulder.“Elder Callum.” She muttered out of respect.“Why are you here?” Callum asked coldly.Freya isn’t having any of his sore attitude and she raised her brow defiantly to prove it. “Don’t talk to me like I am some street urchin. Yes, I did something wrong and I already apologized. You act like you haven’t made mistakes yourself. What is it with your attitude towards me? I am sure this must be the reason Ronan is beginning to suspect you.”He blinked slowly. “Suspect me? For what?”She scoffed. “You ask the question like you do not know what you are involved in. It is bad enough that Ronan knows about your violent nature. I got talking to him and he a
Fiona’s POV“Why are you out here?” Isla asked, sitting next to me by the house porch.I shrugged, staring into the sunset. “Do you know how long it has been since the king came here?” I asked her.She cleared her throat and shifted slightly. “He might be busy. You know how much goes on at the palace.”Her words do sound convincing but not reliable enough.“I know Ronan. Or maybe I think I know him. He would still visit even if it is just once a week. But now he hasn’t even come around in over five weeks. Whenever I mind linking him, he is either nonresponding or giving excuses for not showing up.”“I don’t think it is intentional. Trust that he will get back to you.”As if on cue the gates opened letting in Ronan in his wolf form walking towards us majestically. Isla and I bowed to him while he made his way inside to get dressed.“I told you he would come by.” Isla giggled nudging me on the side.I rolled my eyes at her and went in to meet Ronan. He was changing into one of his cloth
Ronan’s POVI gulped hard at the voice of Dawn. I am not prepared to see her now, it's one of the reasons I arrived this late just so I can prepare myself for the discussion I would have with her tomorrow. For someone in my position. It is funny to hear that I am perturbed by a teenager.“I thought she was asleep,” I mumbled“You should go.” Fiona urged. “She already knows you are here.”I scratched the back of my neck, wishing she would give up. But the persistent knock jolted me back to the present. I inhaled deeply and got up ready to face her. Dawn’s glazed eyes met with mine as I opened the door.“Why don’t we take a stroll to the garden.” I offered.Dawn nodded slightly in response and walked with me. None of us said anything when we sat down staring at the bright moon.“You know, Mother used to love sitting out under the moon in her wolf form. It's like a major solace for her. I would join in, but would eventually get sent inside due to the cold that follows. She had a peaceful
Ronan’s POV“Are you sure you want to do this?” Timon asked me for the umpteenth time.I glared at him. “If you intend to chicken out, you know I won’t stop you. I am the Alpha king and will bear the burden in the first place. I have thought hard and long about it and my mind is made up.”He mumbled some incoherent words and dragged behind me him reluctantly. I had a lot of thinking to do when I was with Fiona. The only reason my uncle was able to get away with his horrible act is because there is no rule protecting mates in case they get hurt. I am going to stop such cruelty under my rule even if I can’t get to punish Elder Callum or other animals like him. Fiona did help me make the decision. She assured me Aunt Celine would be happier with that than me blaming myself.Everyone was standing including the evil-doer when I walked in. As much as I try to see him as I always do. The vision of him beating Aunt Celine while she wept and begged helplessly makes me boil. Dion agreed with m