#Chapter264Alarix's POV.When we neared the castle, I tugged Lila back to give us some privacy. "I need to tell you something," I whispered as she glanced at me.She turned to me completely and raised her brow. "What's wrong?" She asked."When you linked me, I was with King Darius. He knows what our marks are," I replied. "He is getting someone to come to the castle. Apparently, we need to speak to them." I added.King Darius seemed pretty certain he knew why we had the crest. He wouldn't say why or how he knew... he said was when I meet this person; I will instantly know. Why say something to me in the first place if he's not going to tell me?King Darius loves speaking in riddles and not telling us exactly what is going on.Her eyes widened as she gasped. "Why didn't you tell me?" She yelled in a whisper, swatting my arm."We needed to help Levi first... That could wait." I sighed."When are we meeting this mystery person?" She questioned as we continued walking.4"No id
#Chapter265Lila's POV.Today's the big day.I'm excited and nervous. I have never been one to be public speaking. Knowing I have to stand up and declare myself fit to be queen in front of everyone scares me. Plus, they're live-streaming the whole ceremony for all species to witness the bonding between two species... something that is bound to go down in history.Forget excited and nervous; I'm terrified.I groaned, burying my head into the pillow. I wiggled against Alarix, who was still sleeping peacefully behind me with his arm draped over my waist. I'm looking forward to watching him take his rightful place... becoming who he was always meant to be.His arm tightened as he pulled me into him while pressing his chest against my back."Good morning, beautiful." He murmured into my hair as he snuggled closer. "Stop fretting about today... I can practically hear your thoughts." He chuckled.I curled my fingers around his and brought our joined hand up to my face. "How are you
#Chapter266Lila's POV"Come with me," Alarix instructed, standing up.I stood up and followed him to the balcony door. He opened it, motioning for me to accompany him out onto the balcony. I moved forward, breathing in as soon I was outside. I sighed in content as all the different scents of nature overflowed my senses.I'm so glad the king didn't live in the middle of a city. I don't know how I would have coped without living in the countryside, nor would Lola.He was gazing out into the forest. He was nervous; his whole body was stiff. I could see his back muscles tensing as he drew in deep breaths, then let them out shakily."When I spoke to the king yesterday, he told me something that vampires do... especially royal vampires." He babbled. "I don't know if it's something wolves do or you would like to do."He turned around with his hands in his pockets and took a deep breath before taking one hand out of his pocket and shoving it through his hair."When we first met, I w
#Chapter267Alarix's POV.I've only been standing at the altar for a few minutes, and I'm already a nervous wreck. My palms are sweating, and I can't stop my whole body from shaking. I know she's going to be here... I know she wants to marry me, but it doesn't stop the niggling feeling that she's going to realise she's far better than me and run."I can feel your anxiety and worry through our bond. What's wrong? Do you not want this anymore?" Lila's sweet voice appeared in my mind, and the tension I was feeling slowly evaporated."I'm just anxious for you to be here," I answered."I'll be there soon, handsome." She replied. I could hear a tint of amusement in her tone.I grinned and glanced at my three best men. After Athan showed up, I couldn't decide between them all, so I told them they were all standing with me.When I answered the door to Athan, I didn't know whether to hug him or wipe the stupid smirk he had on his face. He and Levi had planned this behind my back... Lev
#Chapter268Elias' POV."What the fuck is your problem?" I snapped. "Why the fuck can't you just leave me alone?"Both Levi and Lila were still struggling to breathe. I had no idea what she was doing to them. I know magic is involved; I can feel it flowing from them. I tried counter attacking her magic, but she was too strong."It's not them you want; it's me!" I yelled. "Let them go. Stop whatever you are doing and take me instead!""E... No..." Levi choked.She waved her hand, and Lila and Levi both heaved in breaths as they filled their lungs with as much air as they could gather. I turned to Levi and breathed out in relief."Times a wasting, my boy... Let's go, Son." Lilith quipped.I took a deep breath and moved closer to Levi. I placed my hands on his neck, resting my forehead on his. I sighed, closing my eyes before opening them again. He whimpered, gripping hold of my shirt as he forced himself closer to me."I love you, Levi," I whispered."Don't fucking... Do this
#Chapter269Levi's POV."How is he? Does he need anything? I can come and be with you both," Lila blustered through our link.I pulled my knees against my chest, resting my head against my knees as I glanced over at Elias."He's sleeping. You stay with Alarix. I'll let you know if I need you." I answered. "He actually wanted you to carry on with the crowning... I told him to get some sleep; I wasn't sure if you were going ahead with it or not.""The coronation is postponed until further notice, don't worry. It gives Elias some time to come to terms with everything. I'm not being crowned queen without my two best friends by my side." She answered with a small chuckle.I don't know how long we spent on the mountain. He sat curled up in my arms and cried. He only calmed down once my dad and Alarix carried Lilith's body away, then it was like something snapped inside of him; a switch flipped, and he seemed... ok.We've been back at the castle for a little over an hour. I brought h
#Chapter270Alarix's POV."Is this everything you dreamed of and more?" I asked, glancing at her.We were sitting at the royal table in the garden. She was watching everyone drinking and mingling together."Very much so." She smiled, leaning her head on my shoulder.Lila wanted to make sure Elias was ok before we went ahead with the ceremony. If she had her own way, the ceremony would have been next week, not two days later. Her parents have to return to the pack, and Elias has been demanding we go ahead with the ceremony every day, so she gave in.Ayla had done a perfect job with the decorations for the ceremony celebration. There is a huge white gazebo filling the whole of the garden. Surrounding our long table are white-clothed round tables scattered around. Sparkling hanging lights were hanging from the inside of the gazebo and hanging off the trees and bushes.Apparently, this isn't a usual conventional way to celebrate a coronation. Darius, who scolded me for still calli
#Chapter271Lila's POV - 5 Months Later."You're going to wear yourself out, Lila," Mum sighed. "You know you're supposed to be resting." My mum scolded, trying to usher me back to bed."This is the fourth false alarm," I growled, pacing back and forth across my bedroom floor.She rolled her eyes at me and chuckled. She grabbed my arm gently and stopped in front of me. "It'll happen, Darling. You can't force it.""I had hoped it would only be two months," I grumbled. "It's been fucking five."I sagged against the wardrobe and lolled my head back against the door. "I'm exhausted."Alarix poked his head around the open door and scanned his eyes around until they landed on me. "How are you feeling, beautiful?"I smiled at him and nodded. "Tired."I roamed my eyes over him and sucked in a breath. He was wearing his official royal suit, and he looked absolutely amazing. I don't think I'll ever get used to seeing him all dressed up and... royal.It was such a fucking turn on, and