Melody
"Do you want me to come?" Dorian engulfed my waist with his hands. I leaned into his chest and let him breathe in my scent.He has asked that question over ten times since the break of dawn."And abandon the pack?" I shook my head and declined as I've done in the past ten times he' asked the question. "With Thomas on the loose?" I reminded."I won't be abandoning the pack, I'll just.....""As long as it will hamper your duties as the alpha, I won't let you do it."As much as I wanted to have Dorian accompany us back to Shadow pack, I couldn't be selfish to take him along, especially when there's a menace out there threatening to wage a war against the pack.The council and some of Dorian's siblings thinks he's become weak since he lost his mate. Some think I became his weakness too while some thinks he's been derelict in his duties as the alpha. I couldn't prove them right by making him come along with us.Though I know that I won't have it easy by returning to the pack, I convinced myself that I'm doing this for my mother. Besides, I'm no longer that spineless girl everyone once knew."How am I supposed to hold up without you and the pups?" His hand tightened around me as if he was afraid that I won't come back.He buried his face in my hair and inhaled my scent."We'll be back before you know it." I replied, hoping that would ease him up."He's restless, the animal in me." He stated gruffly.I turned around and placed a kiss on his cheek to help ease his raging wolf."That won't be enough to calm him," He muttered, his hand pulling me close by the waist. My cheek was cupped and he kissed me. I didn't push him away, instead I wrapped my hands around his neck and returned the kiss; granting him entrance into my mouth.Dorian gave me a breath break, emplacing his forehead with mine. He started down at my lips and panted heavily.I could tell that he was fighting the urge to claim me."He seem calm now, doesn't he?" I asked, letting out a low chuckle as Dorian pinched my waist."You little sheep. That is far from enough." He kissed me lightly this time and hugged me too. almost crushing me in his arms. "I'll miss you, Mel.""I'll miss you too." I admitted much to the surprise of the man.Dorian has been with and around me so much that I've gotten used to him. I never take any decision without asking him first.He has become part of my life and my pups too."I love you, Mel." Dorian professed as he captured my lips in another breath taking kiss. He swept me off my feet and twirled me around as he kissed me, showing me how much he'd miss me."Me too," I replied. As soon as he left my lips."When you return, lets get married." Dorian proposed again.I looked in his eyes and I could see how much he meant the word. He was badly hoping that I'd say yes this time.Even though I still have his ring sitting gracefully on my finger, I haven't really agreed to being married to him. I would always avoid the topic he brings it up; cooking up one excuse after the other, but now I know I shouldn't stall any longer."Alright, we'll get married as soon as I return." I replied; earning another round of kiss from Dorian.He was happy to finally hear me agree to get married after taking so long stalling."I can't wait, Mel," He kissed my neck, right where it connects with my shoulder. His wolf was eager to place the mark."We'll be back before you know it." I tried to sound convincing."You better do, or you'll have me storming the shadow pack to steal you away." His raspy voice sounded determined."You won't have to do that. We'll be back soon." I ascertained.After all, I just need to go see my mother and assure her that I was okay. She'll see my pup and be forced to get better soon.Then I'll return here, where I belong.I already had the entire scenario played out in my head."Good," Dorian nodded as he pulled my cheek.I brushed my hand through his hair and hugged him again as he had me trapped in his arms."Mama, we're ready!My energy boxes arrived; granting me freedom from the clingy Alpha.Dorian let out a begrudging sigh as he released me. He opened his arms to catch Aaron, offering a big smile even though I know that he is far from being happy."Wow, aren't you looking so dashing?" Dorian ruffled Aaron's hair."And adorable." I added, lifting Gio in my arms.My pups giggled as Dorian commented on the clothes and looks. Then he ordered them to take care of me."Rest assured, we will." My pups replied in unison.Dorian accompanied us to the dock where the ship was ready to set sail. "Don't get bullied, okay?" He reminded me how strong I am now and why I needed to stay that way."Don't catch a cold. Sleep early. Get enough rest and _" He kissed me and brushed his nose through my hair and inhaled loudly."Don't stay out late _ and don't scold Aaron."Of course he'd never forget to add that. Aaron is his favorite after all, besides, he knew that Aaron is the most troublesome of the twins."Noted," I nodded in response to his long list of don'ts."Bye," He waved his hand and watched with melancholy as we sailed farther. Leaving a huge distance between us.The pups were happy to be going on an adventure. They were chatting away with the men on the ship. The men were accompanying us because Dorian asked them to.If I had to choose, then I'd rather have Dorian accompany us than this men.Dorian ordered three of his best guards to accompany us, one guard for each of us, but I still think that his presence is a lot better than a dozen guard.MelodyJust four years. I've been away for four years and everything has changed over here. The entire kingdom looked entirely different. From the landscapes to the scenery, to the roads. The kingdom now has several schools and hospitals. There was a park and a Diner at the heart of the Kingdom. I couldn't help but admire the place. The king's reign has been quite fruitful. There has been quite a lot of development since I was here.I smiled as I watched the place where I grew up. The fields where I usually play hide and seek with my brothers. I smiled as I traveled down memory lane. It felt like yesterday when I would be chased and caught by my brothers. We had an interesting childhood even though my father made it difficult. We were now traveling in a cab, so I watched the city through the window. "Mama, are we there yet?" Aaron's voice snapped me out of my thoughts."We're in Mallory now Son, but we aren't home yet.""Wow, Mallory is beautiful!" Aaron exclaimed as he looked
Melody"Melody, is that you?" Mother's voice cracked, bringing tears to my eyes. She was looking so pale. I ran straight into her outstretched arms and wiped the hot tears tripping down her cheek. "It really is you." She smiled and pulled me into her arms.I hugged my mother tightly, putting my pent up emotion into the hug. "Its me, Mother. It's Melody." I confirmed, tears cascading down my cheek. I missed my mother so much and as much as I have made myself strong for my pups. I couldn't help being weak at the moment. I was in my mother's arms after so long. "My baby is looking so good," Mother kissed me as if to ward off the evil eyes away from me. "You are all grown up." Mother put a tiny space between us so she could check me out. "Of course, she'll grow. She is now a mother herself." Malcolm answered for me, he used the same words I said to him. It only dawned on me then that I had my two joy bags with me.Amidst our sweet reunion, I had completely forgotten that my pups were me
MelodyAaron told everyone about Dorian and our life In the dark flame pack. Mother was overjoyed to find out how much Dorian loved and cared for us. She couldn't wait to meet him. I went outside to the garden to take a walk, giving mother time to rest. She wouldn't stop chatting with the kids. Malcolm had to steal them away to give her some time to rest and I got some time to myself. I chose to stroll around the garden because it was my favorite part of the manor. It was the only place where I don't feel suffocated.I sat in the middle of the peonies. These flowers were planted by me back when I was here. I had so much time in my hands being the unwanted child. So I spend my time planting flowers and peony happened to be my favorite.I remembered my dream of having my wedding dress adorned with peonies. A sigh escaped my lips as I laid amidst the flowers. I decided to call Dorian since I was free now. I can imagine how worried he'd be as I haven't called him. "Melody!" His voice
Derek"Your Majesty," She curtsied. Her head slightly bowed. I stared awestruck at her, totally forgetting that I have to respond to her greeting. I just couldn't believe that this was Melody. I mean, she looks so different and....and... beautiful, even mature. She has this strange aura around her that I can't quite put my head around. "Wow, Melody! It really is you!" Sophia jumped forward before I could speak, thankfully snapping me out of my daze. "How have you been, Your highness," She smiled. Gosh! That smile is....Before I could react or process what was happening around me, Miranda spoke. "So, you are Melody?" Miranda's disdainful voice was enough to bring me back from my reverie. "That's, princess Miranda. She is Derek's fiancee." Sophia said in a not so whispering voice. "Oh, my apologies your highness. I didn't know who you were." She bowed. "So, you're back now or....?" I don't know why Miranda chose to ask that, but I found interest in that question. For some reas
Melody"Where do you think you're going?" Derek caught my hand. I know he is king now and I should address him as such, but I just can't bring myself to accept a heartless man like him as the king. I raised my head to look from his hand to his face as if to confirm if he was sure that he got the right hand. Was he probably mistaking my hand for princess Miranda's? "Where do you think you're going?" He repeated, confirming my doubt. "Back to my quarters," I shrugged. I wanted him to let go of my hand, but he held tightly onto it. "I ordered you to lead the way to the Luna's chambers and you want to run off halfway?"Half way? I wanted to scoff right in his face. Who exactly was his English teacher? We were standing right inside my mother's chamber except that I was at the door. If he takes two steps further with his long legs, he'd come face to face with everyone inside, yet he thinks this is only halfway? He's got to be kidding me."This is mother's quarters, your majesty. In
DerekWhy does Melody's hand feel so strangely familiar? We've never held hands before and I'm only holding onto her right now because I can feel her impatience. She was trying to run away. She didn't want to go into her mother's chamber and I have a strong suspicion that this is related to the reason why she left the pack before. I want to find out what happened and I will stop at nothing to get my answer, even if I have to hold her hand against my wish. I rubbed my hands against hers again and I felt this familiar feeling. It felt as if I have held this hands before now. The warmth and softness of her hand reminds me of the woman I spent the night with those years ago. I know for a fact that it couldn't be Melody, but why does her hand feel so familiar? I tried to figure out why I was having this strange feeling, then her body brushed against mine as she moved to go into her mother's arms. I felt it again the tingles and this isn't from the mate bond. This is something differe
Derek"My sister already found her mate!" At first it felt as if I didn't hear him right. Did he just say that Melody found her mate? Shouldn't that be me? I mean, I know I rejected her a long time ago, but she still hasn't accepted the rejection which means our bond is still there. I'm still connected to her, so who is this new mate she's found? "She's found her mate?" I repeated like it was the most ridiculous thing I've ever heard. Well honestly, it is. How can she find her mate when I am standing right here and she hasn't found me?"Yes, he is an Alpha from across the sea." Malcolm replied with pride. He was so proud of the fact that Melody was getting married to this alpha. What's so special about getting married to an alpha, huh?'Her real mate is a king dude, why are you so enthralled by the fact that she is engaged to a mere alpha?' I wanted to shout out loud, but it will only make me sound crazy. Especially after I had rejected her. "Oh, I see." I muttered instead. My
Melody Before I could realise what was happening. The glow in Derek's eyes was gone. It was as if it never appeared there in the first place. I moved to go to him; to check if it was my imagination or did his eyes really twinkle like Aaron's? However, Derek excused himself and went out of the room. I tried to go after him; I needed to be sure. "Melody!" Sophia pulled me into her arms. Hugging me so tight that I almost couldn't breathe. "I've missed you so much!"Honestly, I've missed her too, but what could I do? Her brother wanted me to stay away, so I did. "How are you doing, your highness?" I asked, before getting pulled out of mother's chambers. "I have a lot to say to you." She pulled me back to the garden. "Really?" I smiled seeing the excitement on her face and in her tone. It was obvious that she couldn't wait to tell me all she has kept buried within her all these years. "Yes Mel! A lot!" She exclaimed. We finally stopped and sat down on the garden swing. Sitting on