I found myself staring at her, unable to think, unable to breathe. She and Veti were whispering on the couch. It made me wonder what they were talking about. Whatever it was, Amy had a beautiful flush staining her cheeks.
It reminded me of the night before when she was in my arms.
Henry and I had to come to an agreement earlier. Neither one of us could deny the pull that she has on us. I can’t say that I was thrilled with the arrangement. But there was something right about the three of us last night, something that resonated inside of me.
I love Amy. I could admit it, maybe not openly—yet. But I have known that she has been the one for me in my heart far longer than my mind would be willing to admit.
There is no way that I will allow the Alliance to come anywhere near her. I have spent the last twenty years protecting her.
After the meeting ended, Veti asked to speak with Amy alone so Henry and I went out int
CHAPTER 69 - AmyMy panties were damp, and my core was aching, not an uncommon occurrence when I was with Brad, but this felt overwhelming. His kisses were almost punishing and yet so protective and passionate. I loved that I was able to touch him. My hands roamed over his strong chest and sculpted arms. I moved them up to his broad shoulders and then sank my hands into his hair. I loved the texture and softness along with the smell of his shampoo.This was it. I was going to have sex for the first time, and it was going to be fucking amazing.I moved my hands back down his body. As I passed his six-pack, I heard him moan. Brad was fully erect, and I wanted some of that. Just as I went to unbuckle his pants, I heard a loud noise like breaking glass, and then shouting.Wrenching his lips away from mine, Brad said, “I need to see what is going on.”“Now?” My plea was not unheard. Brad reached out his hand cupping my face.
CHAPTER 70 – AmyThe palace guards were able to get the intruders taken into custody. But there was no sign of Margaret or Malcolm in the mix. We also were unable to figure out where they entered the palace.Just as Brad had spirited me away in the passage in the wall, there were literally dozens of other hidey holes and secret tunnels that they could have entered.When Henry made it back to us, he insisted that I leave the castle and once again go back into hiding. You can imagine my response.“There is no way in hell that I am going back to live in a hole in the ground!”Veti raised a brow and said dryly, “Come now, it wasn’t as bad as all that.”I rounded on her with fire in my eyes. “I can’t believe that you are in on this! I thought of all people, you would support me.”Veti looked wounded. “Amy,” she implored.But I was not in the mood to listen.
CHAPTER 71 - HenryThis wasn’t my first visit to the states, but I had never attempted camping before. Thankfully through the gift of magic we had all of the provisions necessary, like indoor plumbing and food. Unfortunately, the task of entertaining two seven-year-olds was far above my pay grade.We were in the Rockies on some private property in a little A-frame cabin. We had a pot belly stove, couches from circa 1970, and some knitted quilts of the most garish colors I had ever seen. I attempted to make some updates but stopped when I saw how enthralled Amy was with everything.It was like a child at Christmas. We opened one of the closets to find some outdoor games. Amy insisted that I put up the badminton set and that is what they were currently playing. Not one of them had a lick of talent, but they were adorable to watch.I felt that odd clenching in my stomach as I watched Amy’s flushed face and bright eyes. Her platinum long hair wa
CHAPTER 72 - AmyKissing Henry was nothing like kissing Brad. Even from the way that Henry held me, it was like being protected by this massive force. His muscular body felt amazing underneath my hands. His lips were demanding, and yet, they didn’t take too much.I felt a swelling in my heart for this man. His hands moved down my back lighting a fire with each new place that he touched. I gasped as he cupped my ass and lifted me from the ground. Words were spoken and then I demanded that he kiss me. I could see by the fire in his eyes that he was trying to hold back. I wanted him to let loose. I wanted to see him break from the rigid confines of what he felt was his place.I didn’t know much about mates other than there was supposed to be a special bond. I couldn’t even begin to explain the connection between us. My hands went up to cup his face. The whiskers on his cheeks pressed against my palms and I relished the closeness with him. I felt
CHAPTER 73 - AmyAngelica’s body began to seize. Her small limbs moving in an involuntary pattern that terrified me. I had heard about seizures and Epilepsy but seeing it was nothing like reading about it.“Does she have a history of seizures?” Henry asked Eva.The other little girl shook her head violently. “This has never happened before.”Henry shared a very concerned look with Veti and David. I felt helpless, and I didn’t like the feeling. Kneeling beside Angie I touched her arm softly and she stilled. I hadn’t used any magic or called to her spirit, but the others looked at me as if I had raised someone from the dead.In all fairness, since I did that rather often; I was familiar with the look.“What did you do?” Veti asked gently.I shook my head in confusion, taking my hand away in the process. The second my skin left hers she began to convulse again. Quickly I reached out
CHAPTER 74 – RachelI could feel my cheeks burning and I wanted to die. Helen meant well. I knew she did. I glanced back at the Triple A’s who were glancing my way with various expressions.“And for another thing, we need to sort out this dream walking.”I literally choked on the spit in my mouth.“What?” Luke snapped.“Abel!” Adrian and Alden yelled in tandem.“Honestly, attempting to keep things from your mother is the worst sort of crime.” Helen went on as if we hadn’t just spoken. “Now, I know that this might be a bit premature, but I would like for you to look at me as a mother figure.”The guys stood up and moved over to where we were standing in the dining room. Adrian punched Abel’s shoulder and Alden gave him the finger.“You would have done the same,” Abel rubbed his shoulder glaring back at his brothers. “She knew
CHAPTER 75 – AnnaThe color white has often been used for brides to symbolize purity, virginity, and innocence. In the seventeen and eighteen-hundreds young unmarried females were always expected to wear white or the palest shades of pastel.The irony wasn’t lost on me that the night I began the transformation I happened to be wearing a white prom dress. I was indeed virginal and innocent. The next pivotal moment was when Cian challenged me and again I dressed in white to battle him.Only this time I wasn’t quite as innocent and no longer virginal. My time as the virgin Lycan had been informative as well as eye-opening. But at this point, I had gained an understanding of my opponent. I had lost both of my parents, not to death, but to bigotry.I had been tested by a Lycan hive’s queen, and at long last defeated the Lycan King.What Cian had failed to understand was that white also symbolized safety, brilliance, beginnings,
CHAPTER 76 – RachelDon’t let your emotions get the best of you, Rachel.Don’t leave our hiding spot for any reason, Rachel.Don’t listen to anything they say, Rachel.It’s funny how Anna had so many words of advice before we came out here Rambo style. Because sure as shit she just broke cover and ran screaming toward the freaky blond guy that was talking to Helen. A part of me wanted to cheer her on. She looked badass racing across the grass with her braid flipping in the wind behind her.But the logical, smarter part of my brain wondered what in the hell had gotten into her. Luke and Roman were hot on her heels and of course Adrian and Abel were right with them. Alden had a death grip on my arm. That was the only reason I wasn’t in hot pursuit.The human hunters were starting to leave their hiding places and I could smell fresh blood in the air. I had no idea if it was human