Mag-log in~Jake’s POV~
When making my way over to Tori’s home I couldn’t help but wonder about him. A piece of me curious about him as a whole since I hadn’t been able to see him much since starting my training.
Tori.... Sighing I move to look at the bracelet he had given me. A bracelet that I always wore around my wrist in memory of him. A beautiful black leather band that intertwined beautiful blue and green crystals. Almost as if Tori had modeled it after my eyes. A birthday gift that was given to both me, Zak and Alex during our 14th birthday party before Tori chose to ignore us for the rest of the evening.
And while neither of us would openly admit to it, Tori’s gifts were always the best gifts of all. In fact, all of Tori’s gifts were special, each one of them no matter what he gave us while all the others were just boring or plain.
‘You know... Tori will always be one of a kind’ whispers Vox as if sensing my thoughts and how I felt about Tori.
‘I know Vox. But he’s only 14. How can you be so openly calm around him. Especially when our mate is still out there, waiting for us’ I move to say back to him. Knowing that what I was saying was true, yet with Tori, he made everything feel easier. And while he might be scentless, each time I got to watch him in secret was something that always put me as well as the guys in a much more comfortable state of mind including our wolves, almost as if Tori could magically solve all our problems just by being present.
‘Yet here you are, 20 years old and still mateless. I’m telling you, it must be Tori’ admits Vox, his voice firm of determination.
‘And if your wrong?’ I ask, wanting to be sure first.
‘I’m never wrong. At least not when it comes down to Tori. Trust me. You’ll soon see when the time comes.’
Shaking my head, I move to look at my gift to Tori. A gift that held meaning in more ways than some and while I did hope he would approve of it another part of me was still scared he would down right reject it even as I got closer and closer to his house.
Zak and Alex also arriving with heartfelt gifts as well because after today the three of us would begin training even harder as we would soon begin preparing for our new roles as Alpha, Beta and Delta of our pack. And hopefully, someday Tori will take his place as my Gamma.
~Tori’s POV~
The moment I reach the bottom of the downstairs landing my ears instantly catch three familiar voices. A wave of excitement now rising deep within me even though I didn’t know why. My feet now guiding me as I quietly head towards the voices.
“Thanks for coming by boys. Tori will very much appreciate it, he always does” admits Austin to the boys who now stood before him.
“Of course, Gamma Austin. We love spending time with Tori” admits Zak, a smile dancing within his deep blue eyes as he did.
“And he loves spending time with the three of you as well.”
Blushing at my father's words, I move to shove my father’s comments aside as I move to enter the room. My eyes now on the trio as I do.
“Jake. Zak. Alex. You all came” I say, attempting to hide my excitement.
“Of course we came. Oh, and Happy Birthday! Your officially 14 and another step closer to getting your wolf” replies Jake, a genuine smile now on his lips as the three of them move to hand me their presents. Gifts that I always treasured with all of my heart. Even if they themselves never knew of it.
Zak’s POVWhat’s taking so long? Why haven’t they told us anything? Gah!6 hours. 6 fucking hours since Jake, Aaron, Alex and I all rushed Tori into the Pack Hospital and since our arrival, nobodies said one single word. Not one peep.‘You need to calm down’ whispers Ash, his voice low.‘Calm down? Fuck no. Did you see the way he looked?’ I say, now snapping back.My body tense as Jake and the others all stood within the lobby of the Hospital. Emotions on high as we all stood waiting on Tori. Tears soon burning my eyes. My mind now back to when we found Tori.~ Flashback ~“TORI”The sound of Jake’s voice loud. His voice filled with panic. The voice so loud that everyone present could physically hear him even as Jake took off into a full blown sprint. Jake no longer caring to see if Alex or I or even Aaron were close.Jake just running.Our eyes all wide as we stood there watching. Each of us witnessing the scene that stood before each of us. Jake using every last bit of strength he h
Aaron’s POVCome on… Please, please work…. Please….My jaw set tight. My eyes still studying the map within Jake’s Office. Even as two women who I’ve come to know as Rosalyn and Keira both stand before the table.Keira now concentrating along the map while using a crystal.A tracking spell.A spell that most Witches like to use when tracking. A spell that often worked when finding the person you seeked. The crystal just hovering above the map almost like a pendant. As if waiting for a clue.God… Please….Hyde now pacing. Our need to hold our mate rising.~~~~~~~~~~AlexFuck… talk about pure torcher.Aaron and I both standing within the room. Zak off standing next to Jake while Keira and Rosalyn both worked on finding our mate. A pendant of some sort dangling above a map. The item in question just swaying.Zak soon glancing to Jake before looking to us. His voice fluttering along the bond as he does. ‘Do you think they’ll be able to find him?’‘Yes’‘Positive?’‘Yes. Relax mate. We’ll
Tori’s POVToday feels odd. And while my mind hasn’t tormented me today with thoughts of Jake, Zak, Aaron or Alex I’m actually quite grateful for the peace.My mind deciding to play cruel, cruel tricks on me during my stay. Wherever “here” was.Rogue slaves only coming and going when “He” wasn’t around. The slaves all under direct order to ensure I’m feed and bathed. Their touch gentle yet felt like fire against my skin. My skin always burning. Always stinging.Unable to hide nor deny the way I missed having Rune. Tears pricking at my eyes every time I thought about Rune. A piece of me wondering if Rune was okay or if he was simply just sleeping. My pups coming to mind and a part of me hoped they were fine as well.Even as silent tears began to fall as I continued to lay were I was. My body forced into staying inside a large empty room. My hands still chained. My belly slightly more round. 7 weeks into my pregnancy and I didn’t know if my pups were protected.Rune…A trembling sigh so
Jake’s POV“Any word on the Mystic Shadow Pack yet?”Upon hearing the voice do I suddenly turn. My eyes finding the person who spoke. Alex. His face worn. Tired. The same expression that Zak, Aaron and I each held.Sighing, I shake my head. “No.”2 days since I sent the email and I was beginning to lose hope.2 days since the encounter with Aven and Aaron and 2 days spent worrying that Luna Athena had not gotten my email. The email in general short yet simple. Nothing to big nor shady or even staged, just a simple request that stated that we needed some help.That it had been 2 weeks since our mate was taken from us, and we desperately needed the help. That we had been struggling with the mate’s betrayal and running out of options.“Should we try them again?”My shoulders sagging by that of the question and I’m about to say no when suddenly I hear a tiny ping coming from my laptop. My eyes quick to see who or what it was only to pause. My eyes narrowing by what it was I was seeing.By
Aven’s POVI knew the moment I mentioned the name that Aaron would eventually pick up the clues. I mean, after all, you’d have to be pretty dense not to know who Rosalyn was.Her Coven of Witches were pretty well known. And if not her coven then at least her mate. Rosalyn the only Witch to be mated to that of Alex Moonblood. The Lycan King of the once infamous Blood Rose Pack.The same pack that now belonged to that of Luna Athena.A pack that would someday be handed down to her son Ryder. The pup only 5 and while Athena’s pups were still young they were steadily growing. Aaron quick in clearing his throat.“So… Rosalyn? Why her?”“Because she’s strong. Plus her Coven is the Shadowmoon Coven. And if anyone can help us locate Tori it’s her.”Aaron suddenly silent. Almost like he was weighing my words. A sigh quick to rise. “Does Jake know?”“No. I wanted to mention it to you first. To see what you thought before bringing it to Jake’s attention.”“But Jake’s your Alpha as well.”“I know
Aaron’s POV~ Dream ~Where am I? The last thing I remember was laying in bed. My body on fire all thanks to the mates betrayal. A bitch. And one I would have loved to give right back if I could. Unfortunately though, I can’t. And not because I don’t want to. It’s because it’s tied directly to Tori and I don’t want to risk hurting him or the pups. My guts tightening at the mere thought of hurting them.Fuck.My eyes soon scanning the place in which I stand. Darkness. Pure, sweet darkness as it continues to blanket me as I attempt to piece together my thoughts.My mind one jumbled mess. My mind like pieces of a puzzle that I keep trying to figure them out. Even as different scenarios continue to plague me. Some leaving me clueless, opposed to feeling whole.The darkness almost welcoming if it weren’t for the faint sound of someone crying. Soft sobs rising to greet me as I try to locate the voice. The voice familiar yet broken. Almost like they were in so much pain that they couldn’t ha
Tori’s POV“Now then little mate. Our true fun can begin.”Shivering at his words does Jake move to grab my hips. Jake pulling me closer. My body sliding over to him without any effort.“Jake?”“On your knees Tor.”Suddenly confused, I move to do as I’m told. My body now rolling onto it’s stomach a
Tori’s POV~6 years later~“Fuck” I groan, my amber eyes now staring at my reflection within the mirror. A fresh new bruise making its way known just along the right side of my body.Tentative fingers now moving to touch the tiny bruise. A hiss making its way past my lips as Dylan and Sam use me as
Tori’s POV~Party~When reaching the party, do I slowly begin to feel nervous. My hands gently clutching at the gifts I had brought with me. Gifts that I was still holding, each individually wrapped in a beautiful color paper. A rich green color for Alex, A beautiful blue for Zak and a deep velvety
Tori’s POV~8 years later~“Tori, sweetheart, hurry up. You’re going to be late to the party” chimes the voice of my mother, Layla, her warm, rich amber eyes now watching as her child slowly makes an appearance before her.“Do I have to go mom? All the other kids make fun of me” I whine, my own amb







