||Claire||It's been four days and I haven't set my eyes on Clayton. He just disappeared from my life. I know I told him I was not prepared for the mate thing but that doesn't mean I don't want him or care about him. He could have just given me a little more time to come to terms with it.“He gave you enough time Claire, how much more do you need? He may be an alpha but he has feelings too.” Hazel snapped at me. She has been irritated and on edge after Clayton left.She didn't say it out loud but I know she blamed me for Clayton's disappearance.“What happened to Prince fucking Charming?” Vivi asked.I passed her a half smile or tried to, just to show how unruffled I was about the whole ordeal.“You tell me, Vivi,” she crossed her arms and scrutinized me. I looked away as speedy as I could. I didn't know what she was searching for but she was more sharper than I gave her credit for.I had to come to terms that he was not coming back. A tiny part of me was glad that he didn't reject

||Claire||It was easy finding the washroom and I quickly used the water closet and washed my hands. I observed my appearance and noticed a few changes. The wrinkles under my eyes have disappeared and my hair looked more vibrant. My eyes were filled with light. They were no longer dull. I looked younger than I had been in the last four years and I knew who to thank. It was all Clayton. Finding him was like finding my inner peace and my source of oxygen. He brought not just me but my wolf, Hazel to life, and for the first time in years I thanked the moon goddess for not forgetting about me. And for bringing Clayton into my life.He was the sweetest man ever. He is patient, and kind. He was what every woman needs. I exited the powder room with a gentle smile on my face and instead of going to the movie room, I decided to go out for fresh air.The Moonstone Theatre was at the center of the city and in Silver City where all the elite families lived. I was sure Clayton lived around, in

||Clayton||I tore through the Wendigo attacking it. I bit him, punched him, and broke his bones every chance I got. The growling sound from both of us could be heard miles away but he wasn't a match for a lycan prince. I tore him apart in seconds. The smell of his decayed blood and body filled the air. I quickly shifted into my human part and sped to my mate. She lay on the dirty ground with her eyes closed and in her blood. Her neck was open and her ankle was bruised. I quickly shook her.“Claire, ““Claire,” her silence met my ears. My heart raced when she remained unresponsive. But the lucky thing was she was still breathing as her chest moved up and down.In haste, I carried her in my arms, bridal way, and mind-linked Casey to meet us outside with a blanket and to call the doctor.I broke into a run towards my Condo with my unconscious mate in my arms. Casey was pacing outside with the blanket and when we reached him, he threw the blanket over Claire. “I'll explain later,” I mi

||Clayton||It didn't take long and I heard the sound of footsteps approaching. Her intoxicating smell hit me full force. She smelled of the sweetest vanilla and amber scent. I took a lungful of air and it took every ounce of strength in me to compose myself.I glanced up and saw my beautiful gem in one of my large shirts. She looked like a goddess on earth. My only thought at that moment was, Damn, she is an angel.Havoc agreed with a loud and happy howl.“Mommy!” Calvin yelled, jumping out of his chair and racing to his mother.Claire bent down and hugged his son, laughing so vehemently. The delighted look on her face could make anyone smile.“My sweet, sweet boy,” she giggled patting him on the back.I grinned, leaned back, and crossed my arms on my chest, staring at them. I felt satisfied. Complete. They are what I envisioned for myself. A wife and a son. My heart warmed.“How was your night? Did you miss me? Were you scared when you woke up and didn't see me?” she ranted out, d

||Claire||I woke up to a scrumptious aroma coming into the room from the kitchen. I sat on the bed and stretched my legs on the bed and arms in the air. I felt contented and satisfied.I rolled out of the bed into the bathroom with a huge smile on my face. I brushed my teeth and took a long soapy bath. Humming my favorite song from the 90s ‘All My Life’ by K-CI and Jojo.It was a little over 30 minutes when I dried myself and tugged on a floral print dress Vivian packed for me. I slipped on my slippers and realized my feet were fully healed. I headed down, taking the stairs, and I was graced with a beautiful heartwarming sight before I descended the last stair.Clayton and Calvin were cooking in the kitchen drenched in flour as they chased after each other with what I think was our breakfast. Warmth crept into my chest and a smile broadened on my face as I folded my arms and leaned at the entrance watching the beautiful show playing in front of me.“Good morning guys,”“Good morning