First of a double chapter update ... enjoy! Ellie xo
Elizabeth POV The palace was bubbling with excitement. Today was the day of my crowning. Since returning home I had been miserable. Conflicted about my decisions. Devastated at the loss of Carter. I felt that every day. I knew we were still bonded, but once I accepted my position within the Kingdom, my ties to the Crescent Moon Pack would be broken. It would only be a matter of time before the bond between Carter and I would be broken. One of us would inevitably move on. I suspected it would be Carter before me. I could not see myself loving anyone else but him. My father had been furious when I returned without Carter. He could not understand how Carter could not understand the important role he would fill. He wanted to call Carter himself, but I refused. I did not want any interference from my parents. My mother immediately went into matchmaker mode wanting to introduce me to eligible bachelors within the Kingdom. Men would be able to step up an
Elizabeth POV I had not seen myself from the moment the team took over preparing me for the ceremony. Once I was finally dressed, had my shoes on, hair and make-up completed I was presented in front of the floor length mirror. I was stunned with what was before me. I did not look like usual Elizabeth. I looked regal. Like royalty. Like someone ready to take over a Kingdom. My hair was swept up in a loose bun and curls surrounded my face. My make-up was meticulous, the eye shadow bringing out the sparkle in my eyes. A sparkle that had been missing since I returned from the Crescent Moon Pack. The navy blue dress with gold trim, fitting my shape to a tee, accentuating my curves. The dress is in the Kingdom colors and is stunning. The plunging neckline allows me to showcase the one thing I put my foot down on. I was wearing the jewelry Carter had gifted me when I became Luna to his Pack. I fingered the diamond necklace remembering th
Alpha Carter POV It had been a busy couple of weeks. Working with the King in secret to discuss options we had for our Pack to merge with the Kingdom, while retaining our individuality. We have come up with a way to make it happen. Identifying activities which I would be able to do as King, to support Elizabeth as well as things that were important to me. The last time I saw Elizabeth I knew I could not live without her. I had met with my Elders and chief advisors, including Stan and Kinsley and finally the Pack members. The Elders were reluctant at first but after much discussion they could see the potential benefits for the Crescent Moon Pack. The opportunity for growth and security. Stan and Kinsley had been on board from the beginning. And finally, we met with the Pack. We had some older members who felt the move would be too much for them. Even with our support, they wanted to stay behind. We secured space for them within Alpha Kyle’s
Alpha Carter “Well, well, well, when did you arrive Alpha Carter?” the rogue asks. “Release her,” I reply ignoring his question. He laughs out loud as he turns to look at the blade. I realized it was slowly making its way down to Elizabeth’s neck. We needed to figure something out quickly in order to save Elizabeth. “They brought her to you. Now where are their families?” I demand wanting to distract him from watching Elizabeth die in front of our eyes. “Ah yes, their families,” he ponders as he turns to look at the men. “You did good work. Unfortunately, I have no place for you,” he says looking away from the warriors who had betrayed Elizabeth. “What?” one of the warrior’s manages to reply. The rogue pivots looking at him annoyed. “There is nothing for you. Your families will be destroyed, just as you will be,” he replies giving a nod to the rogues standing outside of the group. “No!” I yell as the warriors turn in time to fight off the
Elizabeth POV I could not believe Carter was here in front of me. That he had come to be with me. I did not know what it all meant, but he was here when I needed him. I looked at his face, he was sweating as we raced him back to the hospital. It seemed like it too longer to get to where they rescued me but getting him back, slung over Stan’s shoulder was a race against time. The medical team was waiting as we arrived, one of the warrior’s having mind-linked ahead. My parents were waiting for us, as was Eric. They rushed forward but the medical team intervened. “Princess, we need to get the Alpha into surgery,” the lead doctor says to me. I nod, leaning down to kiss Carter, “You fight, Carter,” I whisper in his ear kissing his forehead since he was transferred to the gurney. The medical team raced away and I stood there watching as they took my mate from me. I felt arms wrap around me and realized it was Kinsley. I turn around in surprise, “
Elizabeth POV Walking into Carter’s room shook me. Seeing him lying with his hands wrapped was difficult. For wolves, our hands were a key part of bonding. Particularly as high-ranking wolves. Our hands were cut, and we were bonded by blood. The thoughts that he would have anything wrong with his hands causes me pain. If his hands were severely scarred, would a ceremonial blade be able to cut through his skin? I did not know. I did not know, if he would ever be able to feel again with his hands. To feel warmth, cold, or my kisses in his palms. Feel my skin under his fingertips. I knew it was little to most people but to me and to Carter it would mean a great deal. Regardless I gave myself a shake. My Carter was here in front of me, and he was alive. I know if he had not come, I would be dead now. Our pup would be dead with me. I smile as I put my hand on my small baby bump. Our pup. A male wolf to take after his daddy. I could not wa
Elizabeth POV After a long night of waiting and praying to the Moon Goddess, the sun finally rose. Every hour Carter made it without needing another surgery was a good sign. I was exhausted but would not leave Carter’s side. My parents, Stan, and Kinsley had all tried to get me to go and get some rest. I know Carter would want me to, but I also knew if the situation were to be reversed, he would have done the same. “Ashley,” I call out into my mind. I had not heard from her since we had been injected with the wolfsbane. Coming out with a yawn, “Yes, Elizabeth?” she asks. “Where have you been?” I inquire curious what she does with her time. We are not like many wolves where we communicate on a continuous basis. It is more of a situation that when we need one another we are always there. “I was protecting our pup. The fortunate thing with being a silver wolf, is we can fight against the wolfsbane, when necessary. It does not happen every tim
Elizabeth POV The look on Carter’s face scared me. Did he not want a pup? Did he think we weren’t ready? We had never talked about it, I know, but I thought everyone wanted pups. Particularly Alphas. He starts to open his mouth when the doctor walks in. Looking away from me, Carter looks to the doctor. “Alpha, you are awake. You should have called me sooner. I imagine you need some pain medication,” the doctor says to Carter. I look at him feeling guilty for having delayed getting the doctor for him. “That is okay, doc; I have been catching up with my mate,” he says as he smiles at me. I am so confused. What the heck is he smiling at? Has he figured it out yet? I have no idea but then he is looking to the doctor once again. “What am I looking at?” Carter asks about his hands. The doctor moves to the other side of Carter, “Well, Alpha, we are not sure. Having to do two surgeries so quickly caused more damage than we would have liked.