MasukHer eyes search mine, but I’m at a loss. I have no idea who she could be talking about since I’m still meeting people every day. I’m meant to be Luna of this pack, so I couldn’t even tell her who her mate could be. Also, she’s been on packlands long enough to have scented her mate already, right?Before I can respond to Esme’s claim, my phone rings. I hurry and answer just to get out of this awkward situation. “Hello?”“Little flower…” FUCK! That was the wrong move.“Hh… how did you get my number?”“Is that any way to greet your mate? You should be telling me how much you miss me.” My throat is suddenly dry, and I can’t speak. I don’t know what to say. The bond is pulling me forward, but my mind can’t forget everything that’s happened. “
~Akia~We went from sharing a nice moment to rushing to the cells. I still wasn’t entirely sure what had happened until we got down here. The scene is enough to have everyone in an uproar. “WHAT THE FUCK DO YOU MEAN, YOU WERE DISTRACTED?! YOUR ONE FUCKING JOB IS TO WATCH THE FUCKING MONITORS!!!”Apollo’s aura is suffocating the warriors who are down here. The only ones not affected are Atlas and me. I’m not sure how much longer the warriors can deal with it.Where Apollo has exploded after hearing this news, Atlas is quiet. That isn’t any better because his calm is eerie. If I didn’t know him any better… well, it doesn’t matter at this point.We hurried to the cells to find their father on the floor of his cell, lying in a pool of his own blood. It’s crazy because there are always guards inside, watchin
~Ares~I look around my surroundings to make sure the coast is clear. I quickly step over the border and walk toward where I left the car. After a few steps, I stop and look back at my former home.*Flashback*“I just need 5 minutes.”“I’m not sure if I can. Everyone is on high alert right now.” I step forward and pull her in close. I run my nose along her jaw, swallowing the bile that’s rising in my throat.“I. Just. Need. Five. Minutes.” I feel her body shudder against me, and I know I have her. I drop my arms and step back. I watch her walk away from me, trying to right her ship. She walks through the door.I lean against the tree and wait. I let my foot tap an unknown beat while I wait. It doesn’t take long for me to push off the tree and walk toward the door. I push the slightly opened door, exposing the stone steps.I take my time walking down, relishing the musty scent that surrounds me. It’s been a while since I’ve been here. I loved coming here to watch my father’s men work.
~Ares~When I move, I will move quickly. Right now, I’m messing with my brothers, and I’m trying to meet with my contact. Now, I have to get some detailed information, and I just wanted a chance to see her.I dance along the border, making sure that I’m seen. I’m not worried about anyone catching me because none of our warriors can match me. I don’t plan to be here when my brothers appear.Eyes are on me as I dip behind different trees. They are keeping their distance, but they are calling more and more people here. I knew they would do that, and it makes me laugh. They should know better than to all gather in one spot.Heavy footsteps sound, and I know that my brothers are on the way. I dip behind a big tree and drop my clothes. I spray myself down with a scent blocker and shift into Adolf. My brothers and warriors are gathering at the northern border, and I’m headed the other way.My contact will meet me at the eastern border, and from there I plan to catch a glimpse of my little fl
~Apollo~I pace back and forth in the office, waiting for Atlas. Akia and I didn’t speak after that revelation. There really wasn’t anything to say. I have to see what information he was able to get from Father.I look at the door and start another loop around the small coffee table. I’m slowly losing my mind waiting for Atlas. I’m not sure how much more patience I have in my body.The door opens, causing me to whirl around and see who’s walking in. Atlas has a lighter aura around him, which is out of place considering what’s going on right now. I stop moving and stare at Atlas. “What’s up, ’Lo?” I take a step forward, searching his entire being with my eyes. Deep down, I hope that whatever has changed jumps out at me.“You’re different.” I watch Atlas’s face move in different way
I should have known better. I should have learned the truth, and I should have done better. I should have made sure she was protected, even before I knew she was mine. It may sound crazy, but there’s a lot on an Alpha’s shoulders.I push all of those thoughts away and focus on the present, focus on this woman in front of me. I know what I said, and a part of me feels like I shouldn’t have said it. I had to say it, though. I had to let her know how I feel. I know that this could push her away, but I can’t help it; I can’t keep silent. “I’ve wanted to mark you since I met you. I know you wanted all of us to mark you together, but I really don’t want to wait.” I search Akia’s face, looking for any sign of any emotion. I know what she’s going to say, and it will break me, but I will respect her decision to wait.“Yes…” My heart stops,
~Atlas~I couldn’t do it, I just couldn’t. No matter how much I tried, I couldn’t concentrate on my work. My thoughts kept drifting to her and staying here. I’ve never been so distracted in my life. I’ve never had trouble staying focused on the work in front of me.My brothers, mostly Apollo, alway
~Akia~Esme and I continue to walk through the garden they have on the grounds. I’ve told her about the entire incident with Ares. I know she has a lot to say, but she hasn’t started yet. “I know, Esme. I know what you want to say.”“If you know, why do we continue to go through this?”“He’s my fat
~Adolf~I don’t want Ares to know, but I’m pretty sure that I know what’s wrong. It’s just a guess, but it’s a guess that I’m pretty sure about. I think all the strange things going on with me have a common denominator.I’m pretty sure that Nyx is messing with me right now. I’m not sure how she’s d
I’ve had broken arms and legs, which healed like a human’s because I didn’t have my wolf yet. One time, I swore that Ares had his wolf. As improbable as that seems, I still believe it to be true.We were around 10 years old, and Ares was at it again. I won’t go into the details, but I was hanging o







