“You were the one who agreed to my going shopping today.” Catherine replied with a wave of the hand. “Look, we need to get on the same page here.”
“That is what I have been trying to tell you…” Zion countered with a nod. “Leave us.”
She took in a deep breath, then exhaled slowly, counting in her mind from one to ten as everyone left the room. Relationships face misunderstandings often, and she knew her emotions could get the better of her, but Zion was taking things too far. Then he stood, his massive frame reminding her just how large her first husband was. When he stalked over to her, though, she could see the desire to fix things burning in his eyes. Healthy relationships are give and take. Determined, she took his hand, guiding him to the sofa next to her.
The pups had just started moving, yet this would be the first and last time she would get to experience it while bearing his children. Average pregnan
~~~~~ Despite being an Earth Dragon, Gunther had wings. He could soar far above the clouds, giving Catherine a much-needed break from the whines of the whelps. He took it slowly, his huge wings flapping, displacing the surrounding clouds. Gunther glanced over his shoulder for a second to see the bright smile lighting his wife’s features; her purple eyes sparkling with her glee. It was that smile he lived for. That happiness. He angled to the side, turning his attention forward. Zion would never forgive him if something happened due to him being distracted. ‘Thank you, Gunther.’ He could feel her small body relax against his spine as they flew. ‘I needed this.’ Good. She was happy. After they left the pups with the nursemaid and got Zion’s and Silas’s approval for a reprieve, Gunther picked a nearby mountain to fly her to for a few days’ rest away from the hustle and bustle. It was something he had been working on for a while now to see her s
A heavy yawn parted her lips as she stretched, pushing her body off the pillow pile near the fireplace to a seated position. Gunther was nowhere to be seen, but she could still sense his Lias, which meant he was nearby. Catherine looked at the walls of the cavern a little closer, then her eyes widened.Diamonds-like gems littered the wall, glittering with a light all their own. They seemed to glow, something unlike anything she had ever seen, and she found them to be beautiful. Standing, she approached the wall, her hand reaching out to touch the sparkling jewel.“Beautiful, are they not?” Gunther asked, startling her into turning around. “Silas said they formed over thousands of years, pressed tight by Erlias’s dirt and rocks.”“It sounds so familiar, but I cannot remember where I heard it from.” She replied, her gaze turning away from his dripping wet form. “Did you bathe?”“Maybe it was someth
They feared her. The Tatiana. Her brothers, Uncles, and Father were protective, but she wanted to protect herself. She was ‘special’, she was ‘different’. That was what Uncle Silas said. Elvenia did not know what that meant, but she wanted no part of it. She wanted to run in the woods with her brothers, play in the trees with her Fae friends, and dance the night away. But those outside her mom’s circle were mean sometimes. So, her knees knocked together as she approached her mother. “You called for m-me, M-Mother Catherine?” She could not help but shiver in fear as she stuttered over her words. “Ah! S-sorry!” “Mother Catherine? Elvenia, you’re my daughter. You can call me mom, or mommy, or whatever you want.” Beautiful purple eyes turned towards her, wide with apparent shock. “Did your Alpha change that?” “N-No, some of the p-pack said it... oh, but it’s fine! Dad said it helps build c
~~~~~“Where is Catherine?” Silas wondered, walking into the Great Hall where Zion was discussing business with another Wolf-Alpha, though one of lesser status. “I could not locate her Lias within the property.”His eyes darkened as he looked up at the Fae, his jaw tightening immediately. Then he cast out his Lias, searching the grounds, town, and nearby forests for her. With a loud snarl, Zion stood, his chair hitting the floor behind him. If she left, if she headed south to face the Dragons, she could be in danger. The door opened, revealing the form of Catherine standing next to Gunther.“The Dragons have left and refuse any further attacks.” Gunther stated, hand stroking the back of his neck. “I told her to check with you two first, but I made a promise and—”Before he could finish speaking, Zion pinned him by the neck to the wall nearby, his anger making his hazel eyes almost glow. B
Silas was growing annoyed quickly. This was why he wanted to avoid cities and packs for as long as possible. There were so many other things he needed to do besides putting weaker males in their place. He always hated this aspect of their society and wished it could change, but he refused to allow a weak male to touch Catherine. Unlike his wife, Silas doubted the strength he saw in the Omega Pup, too. But there was something different to the young Elvenia’s Lias. Something to her energy that seemed to make her desirable to some of the younger males. “Why am I worrying over that pup?” Silas wondered, walking into a nearby shop to purchase something he had his eyes on for a while. “Ah, yes.” “No.” “I do not care that your mother is the Tatiana, or that she ordered Omegas to be treated with respect. Your kind are not allowed in here.” A male yelled, causing Silas to glance over at the scene. “Get out.” “I said no.” Elvenia countered, her back straighteni
It was the perfect life. Cathy walked through the halls of her business with a smile and a cheerful spring in her step. Since she woke up from her sleep with few memories, she knew this was where she belonged. Running ‘Cathy’s Corner’ interior design. And her love-life was going great too. Cathy sighed, glancing at herself in the nearby window. Black hair, brown eyes, and pouty lips met her gaze, but it was the happy step that drew her interest. Her legs, in fact.“Miss Jensen, your date is here.” A receptionist said, pointing out to Germany. “I hope you enjoy your evening!”Cathy stepped out into the late afternoon sun, pulling her jacket a little closer for warmth. It was a blind date her friend set her up on, yet she still felt a little wary. Who would be comfortable going on a blind date in this day and age? She wondered before shaking the thought from her head. With curious eyes, she looked around the parking lot outside t
~~~~~Despite having a rough time leaving the pack town, once the pups saw the rolling hills, bright blue skies, and scenery, they were no longer against the trip. But now they were running everywhere in their wolfish forms, bounding between the trees, jumping high in the air, and giggling wildly. Even Elvenia joined in the fun, her white fur sparkling bright in the noon sun. She was beautiful, unbelievably so, as she landed in front of the carriage, making the driver stop.“What’s wrong?” Catherine wondered, watching as Zion appeared in the window. “Are we under attack?”“The pups picked up a strange scent. Nathan and Isaac are checking it out now with Silas and Gunther.” Zion confirmed before staring deep into her eyes. “Stay put.”It was not an order she could follow. Catherine could hear the screech of a dragon nearby, and something told her all was not right. Without waiting, she ste
DragoShifs, Dark Fae, and Werewolves. Gnomes, Satyrs, and Forest Fae all gathered outside the Faerie Border, hopeful to glimpse the Tatiana before she presumably entered her homelands to never return. Catherine had to remain firm in her stance. Acceptance would be necessary if she wanted to save this world. It was the only thing she knew to start with. Where had she learned that motto? She wondered for a second before shaking the thought from her head. As she came to stand before all those onlookers, everyone seemed to hold their breath."I return to my homelands for now only. If the Counsel of Queens do not agree to my demands, negotiation will have to begin. I refuse to stand aside as higher classes reject those in lower classes." Catherine stated, using her Lias to access, making her voice louder for everyone. "You all matter, are all worthy of love. Times have changed."The people looked stunned at her statements, their eyes and jaws open in unconcealed shock. It w