LOGIN~Ares~Everything was going good, I swear it was. I had Atlas dead to rights, and I was going to finish the job. I’m not a sentimental bitch! I handle business regardless of who that business is with.I ended Akia’s parents because they were determined to take her from me. I had to let my mother go because she agreed with them and was going to put me away for ‘treatment’ as if there was anything wrong with me. My father had to go to ensure that he kept his fucking mouth shut. It was also because I was sick of him trying to interfere in my life. I say all that to say that I had no problems putting an end to Atlas, brother or not.I should have made sure that Apollo was gone. I should have, at least, made sure he was truly incapacitated if he wasn’t dead. I got ahead of myself; I got too cocky. They have always said that was a problem of mine, but I never saw t
~Apollo~I don’t regret joining Atlas in his fight against Ares, but I wasn’t prepared. I can’t say how long it’s been since I’ve gone against Ares, but it’s clear that it’s been a long time. I’m not sure how much help I’m being to Atlas, but I have to keep going.My fists fly along with my feet. I’m catching hits and landing a few. It seems like every time I go down, Atlas takes over, and the same happens when he gets hit. Ares is no slouch when it comes to fighting, and he has mania on his side. Fighting someone in a manic state is very different than anything else.I keep going, ignoring the exhaustion that’s starting to set in and the pain that’s radiating all over my body. I have to pretend that I’m invincible. If I give in even slightly, I will lose everything and that includes Akia.
The flurry of activity that follows becomes a blur to those watching. There are fists and feet flying. There are punches and kicks being delivered all over the place. Once one brother gets knocked down, another follows soon after. It becomes a comical dance for anyone who doesn’t have any skin in the game.Akia has uncurled from herself and has been watching this battle with horror. Her mates are fighting each other, and she can’t see a way to intervene. A part of her isn’t even sure that she wants to intervene.If this plays out, someone will be eliminated. If Ares were the one who ends up on the short end, that would be good for her. Akia will beagle to focus on her other mates and won’t have to hide anymore. As true as that may be, Akia is still tied to Ares through the mate bond. He’s a horrible murderer, but there’s still a feeling that he was made for her.
~Ares~I stand and look at my brother. He’s in a fighting stance, his body rigid and face determined. Even if I wanted to, I couldn’t stop the laugh that crawls up my throat. Atlas actually thinks that he’s going to go up against me, and it’s pretty funny. “Why don’t we find out exactly what I plan to do.” I continue to laugh and shake my head.“You can’t be serious! What the hell do you think you’ll really be able to do to me? You’ve always been soft, and that hasn’t changed. Don’t make me embarrass you in front of everyone.” Atlas slightly alters his stance, never taking his eyes off me.“Why don’t you try me?” I tilt my head to the side while taking him in. This situation is beyond humorous, but it is what it is.It looks like our brother would like hi
~Apollo~I was watching the show with trepidation. I wasn’t sure what would come out, but I really didn’t expect it to be this. Ares is the stalker who made my mate’s life a living hell. He killed her parents. I don’t even know what to say about that. “HE ALSO KILLED YOUR MOTHER!”The moment those words leave her mouth, my blood runs cold. I look at Ares in an attempt to clock his response. He’s livid, but I don’t see anything to suggest that what was just said isn’t true. A growl rips through the woods, wrapping around all of us. It’s filled with the deepest anger and pain. It mirrors the feelings that are swirling inside of me.I don’t have to look to know that growl came from my brother, from Atlas. His pain is as deep as my own, and I have no way to soothe him. We’ve been trying to figure out who killed our mom. A
Bree is bucking in her mind, trying her hardest to spring free. She’s determined to stop Ares and Adolf in their tracks, even if that means the unthinkable for her in response. As hard as it would be, she’s willing to let go of her life if it means that she defeats Ares. “What do you think, mate? Are you ready to take my mark? Are you ready to show my brothers who you truly belong to?”Ares’s lips encircle the shell of her ear. His breath is hot against her skin, and its scent is sour. Akia wants to pull away, but his hold is too tight. Bree is screaming in her mind, but she’s trying to push her aside.Akia messes up and meets eyes with Atlas. Her heart drops at the pain and fear in his eyes. He looks lost and utterly broken. She never wanted this; she didn’t want them to hurt because of her. She wanted to find her mate and be happy. YOU HAVE TO TELL THEM!
~Apollo~The car is quiet, except for the hum of the motor. Atlas is neck deep in pack work on his laptop, and the warriors in the front are doing their jobs quietly. I’ve been sitting next to Atlas, lost in my own thoughts. We are heading to Akia’s pack right now so we can meet her family.We went
~Akia~My time in the woods was amazing. Atlas is someone that you never see coming, but when he does, he overwhelms you in the best way. We talked, and we made out a little. It was such an amazing time.I hate that he was called away to handle Alpha duties. I wanted to spend more time with him. I
Roul growls in my mind, not liking the disrespect. We may be siblings, but I’m the oldest. I come first, no matter how Ares feels about it. There’s no disrespecting me and being able to get away with it. I don’t want to make a scene in front of Akia at such an early stage in our relationship. I sha
~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







