Mag-log inKwen's POV:My gaze slipped away from the girl I've come to know as Nina, back to the king. He looked down at me, concerned written all over his face. I took a deep breath."I don't believe those families dabbled with dark magic. I would smell it, but they don't smell clean. That's the only way I can put it for now."Julian nodded, not looking around anymore. Neither of us wanted to draw attention. We continued to sway for a bit longer. As we moved, a faint smile found its way to my lips."What's the smile for?"Julian asked, mirroring my joy. I broke out into a smile, looking up at him."I never thought I'd get a dance like this.""A dance like what?"He asked. My eyes found their way to my dad, my smile falling some."When I was meant to be hidden away from the world, if there was some sort of gathering at the pack house, I would sneak to the hall, usually from the outside garden, and watch everyone inside. People would join hands and dance around. It was all so elegant. Beautiful.
Kwen's POV:It took a bit, but I was finally ready to head to the gathering. The women looked at me in awe, gasping and clutching imaginary pearls."You are incredibly stunning!"One gasped out, as the other 2 nodded their heads in agreement. I smiled, rising to my feet. I walked over to the full body mirror, and was shocked myself. I looked damn goodt!!"Damn."I whispered out. The women giggled. One scurried behind me and began pushing me towards the door."Go. Go! You're already late as is.""Have fun."The last one said to me, wiggling her brows. I laughed as I exited. I walked the halls and began to head towards where the gathering was meant to be held. I noticed people were still filtering in. I ducked off behind a wall, peeking round the corner. I saw many faces. One thing I can definitely give to these supernatural beings, they be sexy as fuck!! I mean, I love a good beast, all brute and bulky. But some of these lean, muscular men, with sharp and soft features, and hair silkie
Julian's POV: I sat upon my throne, looking out on the people. Alpha Brandon and most of his people has already arrived. Many were welcoming, while some looked at the new comers in suspicion. Although I loved seeing and participating in the festivities with my people, I couldn't fully enjoy. My mind was elsewhere. Seth has felt slighted by my resistance in forcing Ismelda into a mates bond with his son. I was more willing to do so before meeting Kwen, but I could not ignore her warnings. The fire in her eyes when it came to protecting my child, even from me, told me many things. I've said it before, but I'll say it again. Leddy was not wrong in her assessment. Kwen moves and talks with the wisdom of a person double, even triple her years. I've heard a fraction of Kwen's life, and I can see the pain behind her eyes when she speaks on what she knows from experience. As much as I'd like to have a better understanding of her myself, I know whatever she tells me would break my heart. A ge
Kwen's POV: It was late morning when I finally woke up. Truthfully, I was awakened due to a knock coming from my door. I begrudgingly slid out of bed, and zombie walked to the door. Fucking Cersai and Regin are gonna get cussed the fuck out for this! Halo purred in my head. 'It hurts so good.' 'Speak for yourself, hoe.' I retorted. She snorted. 'I was.' Halo clapped back. I snickered. I keep forgetting we damn near the same person. My hand turned the handle, then stopped. I looked down. I was completely naked. I rolled my eyes. Oh, come on. I snatched the blanket off the bed, and rushed to the door. I opened it, and to my suprise, I see the king, himself. "Thank God I grabbed the blanket, otherwise, this would've been 10x more awkward." I said, being 100% serious and not serious at the same time. Again, the king's cheeks lit up in a fine shade of pink, looking away. "Pa-pardon me. I know it's rather rude to show up unannounced." I shrugged with a smile. "It's all good.
Kwen's POV: I saw where Cersai and I would be staying, but decided to take a small walk. I knew Cersai was upset with me, so I wanted to give him a bit of time to cool down. I roamed the massive halls. I passed by very few people, and those that I did, stared. It wasn't an uncomfortable stare, just noticeable. The castle was large. It was filled to the brim with things: artworks that covered the hall walls. Stautes and bust of famous figures of the past, and silver and bejeweled items that seemed too expensive to touch, let alone look at. This place was beautiful, physically. Even in all its beauty, I still felt a chill. Though the halls looked as if it should be bustling with life, it all just felt dead. Empty. The silence was loud. I came upon a portrait that I hadn't paid attention to before. It hung high on a wall and greeted each face as people had to pass by it everyday. It was a portrait of a beautiful woman. Her features were soft. Her eyes were the same light glacier blue th
Seth's POV:I walked into the lower part of the castle, entering into the dungeons where our guards caught two men. They were hung up by their arms with silver chains around their wrist. "LET US GO!!""DO YOU HAVE ANY IDEA WHO WE ARE?!!"I heard the prisoners chant loudly from their sound proof cell. I made my way towards the noise."No, but please, do enlighten us."I said, coming into view of the two men. One whiff of them and I knew they were those disgusting wolves. Their heads snapped to me, faces filled with anger and defiance. They hung in the middle of a circle, surrounded by guards. I looked up at them, raising a brow. The two men looked a bit more rugged and unrefined. I thought maybe Alpha Brandon brought extra people to spy on the King, but now I'm not too sure what I've walked in on."You don't seem like Alpha Brandon's men. So, who's men are you and why are you following them?"I asked. One of the prisoners snorted at me."Who are you that we have to answer to?"I smirk
Kwen's POV:Mannnnn, when I tell you I'm over all the spooky shit, I mean that. We all pulled up to a large gate that was covered in vines and surrounded by trees and bushes. The gravel road crunched underneath the weight of the cars. I assume they have some way of seeing us because as soon as we s
Brandon's POV:I was at a lost for words. I watched the entire scene play out in front of me, yet I still couldn't believe it. Voices grew loud. Prince Cersai rose to his feet in anger, almost rushing his way over towards Sierra. His beta and gamma held him back. I watched the emotionless faces of
Brandon's POV:I watched as Sierra left the room crying. I have never felt more like a failure in my life than in that moment. I have absolutely failed all of my children, in one way or another, and I can't seem to fix it. Kwen's words weighed on my mind.Is that how she saw me?Was that who I was?
Sierra's POV:My eyes glanced at my daddy. He hasn't looked back at me since that girl left. I was pissed that no one came to my defense with her threatening me so publicly. I don't get it!! I've always been defended, and she'd be mocked and ridiculed. Now, no one even bothers to look my way. I've







