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~Hazel~Eden still hasn't released my hand. Her touch is so rare that I store this moment in my mind and label it 'fragile'. As we walk hand-in-hand, my panicking heart flutters in my chest. I can't lose her today, and I won't stay back if she needs my help. That isn't my character.We come to a stop when we hear cautious footsteps behind us. When we turn around, we see me in my lycan form. I remember how I felt that day- determined, annoyed by the bugs, and scalding myself for not bringing clothes. I remove my t-shirt because I have a camisole underneath it and give Eden a small smile before addressing my past self."Please shift and put this on. We don't have much time, and there are things you need to know." I sense the hesitation, but she shifts into her human form. Confusion takes over her face, as I knew it would, so I continue as she slips on the t-shirt."I am you from a couple of months down the road. I won't have time to tell you everything, but the ultimate goal is to stop
~Hazel~ I instantly feel the change in my environment before I open my eyes and see we're back inside the cabin. I take in a deep breath, thankful we made it back. Sure, the plan failed, but we're safe, and we can come up with a more effective plan. I turn around to approach Eden, only to find her lying on the floor breathing heavily beside her candle, which is barely lit. I rush to her side, careful not to touch her candle."She's not going to last much longer, Hazel. Since she didn't die directly, it will take about ten minutes for it to be finalized. Just like your body going back to normal will take time as well. Make good use of the time you have left with her." Rebeka's tone is cold and sharp, but she gives me space. The shock I feel is so overwhelming that my body goes into autopilot. I can't cry. I can't yell. I can't break down and beg The Fates to do something- anything- to keep her here with me.I want to ask Eden a million questions. Why would she do this? Why wouldn't she
~Valentina~ Hazel has been back home with us for a month now, but she isn't the Hazel I used to know. It took three weeks after Eden passed away for her to move back here because she wasn't ready to leave the cabin. She went through her first heat a few days after arriving home but refused to allow Tae or me to touch her to help relieve the pain. Honestly, we haven't been able to touch her at all since she came back home. My pregnancy hormones are already making me an emotional wreck, but it's even worse since Hazel decided to move into a different room by herself.I know losing Eden crushed her, but I also know for a fact, Eden would be pissed off if she knew Hazel was shutting everyone out and refusing to be involved with my pregnancy. I have no more tears left to cry, and her rejection is beginning to make me feel more pissed off than sad as the days go on. I have officially reached my breaking point.I hear the shower turn on, and I know it's Hazel because she locks the bathroom
Our world is divided into nine territories.Mortal Grounds, Half-blood Enclave, Hybrid Domain, Full-Blood District, Lycan Colony, Enchanted Region, Nosferatu Dominion, Tribrid Division, and lastly, Open Land.Two hundred years ago, The Royals signed a peace treaty and placed everyone in a designated territory. Mortal Grounds is where the humans safely reside, and supernatural beings are not allowed to cross their borders. Half-Blood Enclave is where humans are mated to werewolves, and they procreate, but the humans choose to remain mortal. Their mate is the only one with the ability to change them; that is what makes them fated to one another. Hybrid Domain is for half werewolf, half vampire beings. Hybrids cannot choose when they shift into their wolf, so they are too dangerous to roam freely among other territories. Full-Blood District is for pure-blooded werewolves. They also do not choose when they shift, just like the Hybrids. These are the two most unstable territories.Lycan Co
~Hazel~I received my first invitation to the Mate Gala last month. I found the perfect dress, red silk that hugs my curves with a sensual slit, and black strappy high heels. Now, I have to break the news to my parents. My mom and dad always tell me how horrible the supernaturals are. They chose to decline the gala invitations when they turned twenty-one, but I won't miss the opportunity to find a mate and live an extraordinary life. I don't want to settle for a human that most likely won't be loyal, and I want a connection with someone who was made just for me. He's out there; I can feel it in my chest when I think about it.I accepted the invitation and sent back the RSVP to The Royals the day I received it. I've never seen any of The Royals other than my human leaders, Adrian and Harry Williams. The only time a human gets to see a supernatural is if they go to the gala. We are not allowed in other territories, and they cannot come into ours. It's hard to believe there was a time wh
~Hazel~The venue is the most beautiful place I have ever seen. It's a palace on a large plot of land with freshly cut grass. My chauffeur opens my door for me, and I step out."Thank you." I give him a gentle hug to show my appreciation."It was my pleasure. I hope you find who you are looking for tonight." He hugs me in return, goes back into the limo, and drives away.I make my way up the stairs to the entrance and take in the scenery. The floors are white marble with a soft golden glow from the lights along the walls. The hall is full of perfect people dressed to impress, and we're waiting on the second set of double doors to open. That must lead to the ballroom."Hello, gorgeous. May I have your name?" I turn to my right and see a tall, red-eyed, porcelain male model wearing a velvet blue suit, perfectly fitted. He is stunningly handsome and clearly a vampire."I'm Hazel. What's your name?" I offer my hand for him to shake, but he takes it and softly kisses my palm. It's amazing
~Hazel~Sitting between my two mates is euphoric. I always knew I would be mated to someone, but two Royals are not who I expected. I have never dated a woman or considered dating women, for that matter. Up until tonight, I was straight.My mind wanders as I think about what kind of relationship I will have with Queen Valentina. Her possessiveness makes it evident that she accepts me, but what if she ends up not liking me? Since I am a human, will I become a Royal, or be a toy to them? Will I need both of their marks to change? They seem relaxed, but they're quiet. They probably have a lot on their minds. I close my heavy eyes and think positive thoughts. What is meant to be, will be.______~Valentina~Hazel drifts off into a slumber, and her head rests on my shoulder. She doesn't look very comfortable, so I adjust her to where her head is on my lap. She is beautiful even in her sleep. I never thought I would have this feeling for someone other than Octavius, but this little human wa
~Valentina~"Is he okay?" Hazel looks concerned for Tae."It is really hard for him to control his impulses right now. Especially with you being naked, so he is giving you some time to get dressed before he comes back." I gave the clothes to her, and she thanked me."Do you want me to get dressed in the bathroom, or does it not affect you the same way it affects him?" I realize Hazel is trying to figure out what kind of relationship she and I will have."You affect us both very much, so you can dress in here while I go take my shower. We would love to get to know you more before we start getting physical." Women can be overly possessive sometimes, so I want her to feel welcome by me."You seem incredibly nice. This is a lot for me to take in, even though I thought I was fully prepared for it when I left home." She sits on the bed, and a flash of sadness crosses her face."You don't want to be here?" I may not know her yet, but the thought of her being unhappy with us makes me uneasy.