Submission II: Twisted Fate (Sequel to Rise of the Bastards)
Life wasn't perfect, but it was tolerable and full of expectations and joy.
"I'm pregnant," I remember saying months ago. "The moon goddess continues to bless us plentifully," Essex replied the same for pup number five and six. "We should leave OUR mark," I suggested. "I was thinking the same," he agreed. "Because the shadows are with us when the moon shines brightest. Maybe we should pay tribute," I suggested. "Shadow Moon," Essex murmured. "That will be our kingdom's name. Shadow Moon...home of the Gemini Twins to signify the power bestowed on myself and my twin brother, Oliver," I smiled. "The Shadow Twins indeed," he agreed passionately kissing me fully.