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CHAPTER 12: I AM NO FOOL
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Swan's POV "McKenna!" I called out once I made my way to them. "Sorry, it took so long. I didn't want to lead them to you both. We need to get to my parents. I know they won't be safe," she said, exasperated. "I know, but will they leave?" I asked. "They have already agreed during my last visit. I told them to be ready," she replied. "This won't end well," my grandmother, Gertrude, whispered to me as we picked up our pace. "What has happened, grandmother?" I asked carefully that McKenna did not hear our conversation. "I cannot say for sure, but what happens next will take both of us to pull her back together," my grandmother replied, pointing at a running McKenna. “Are you going to be okay leaving you know who behind?” my grandmother asked. “I cannot talk about him right now. McKenna doesn’t know,” I sighed. “I would not have you risk it all for an old lady like me,” she replied. “You are what’s remaining of my family. You took me in when my parents wanted me out. I owe you my life,”
SUBMISSION: Rise of the Bastards CHAPTER 14: SHE FOUND HIM
Swan's POVI cannot believe what I am witnessing from afar, but it makes my heart swell with happiness."McKenna found her mate!" I squealed to my grandmother. "Keep it down, silly girl! I'm sure they're both still trying to process many things. I feel the anxiety all the way over here," my grandmother snapped. "Such a grumpy old she-wolf. Remind me why I risked my life to save yours again," I smirked. "Because I raised you, and you love me," she chuckled. "Hmm, I am beginning to second guess my choices in life," I fake pouted, earning a smack to the back of the head. "I love you too, stubborn girl," she smiled before pulling me from the door.Although I was overjoyed for Kenna, it made me remember the mate I left behind to flee the royal guard. My heart ached, but there have been tales that say the bond weakens at a distance. I'm starting to wonder when that will be because my wolf will not even shift for me because of her sadness. Her constant whimpering in my head nearly makes me w
SUBMISSION: Rise of the Bastards CHAPTER 15: PARANOID SHE-WOLF
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SUBMISSION: Rise of the Bastards CHAPTER 16: MEETINGS IN THE DARK
McKenna's POVThe Alpha King arranged for us to meet in the dark of night in the countryside. I hated to lie to my mate. So, I was honest with Jubilee. He was against it, but I disappeared before he had come back from welding. With the help of Gertrude, I was able to hide my scent so he could not track me. I knew this would be frowned upon but the king is threatening to take one of my pups, Tavi from us. I was grateful that he only knew of one."How did you find me?" I asked Alpha King Lincoln. "Where is my daughter?" He asked. "She's not here. Please, just let me live out my days in peace,” I begged. "McKenna, why won't you be mine? This started as a quest with you, but I have always desired you in such a way that I could never admit to my mate. Maybe the Moon Goddess made a mistake," he reasoned. "The Moon Goddess makes no mistakes!" I yelled. “You love Antionette, but you lust for me. That is not love, Alpha. You thirst for me because you can no longer have me. That, my lord, is no
SUBMISSION: Rise of the Bastards CHAPTER 17: BIRTHDAY BLUES
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SUBMISSION: Rise of the Bastards CHAPTER 18: YOU ARE USELESS
Queen Antoinette's POV"I can't believe he's bringing his bastard here! How did they survive? I thought you killed them that night!" I yelled at Beta Vincent. "I thought we did. Once we arrived at her parents' shack, it had been set afire. I was sure they were burned alive," he said, looking as confused as I was. "He's your fucking best friend and brother! How is it possible that you had no clue that he's known where they lived this entire time? Do you know who he dispatched? They could tell us their whereabouts," I pointed out. "No, the king has been quite secretive of his latest movements over the years, but my source tells me that he has an informant. He's known where they lived since the night they vanished or not long after. I've even heard that he's kept a close eye on them over the years," he replied. "You are useless to me! GET OUT!" I angrily yelled right as my children walked into my quarters and greeted me.Their smiles were replaced with worried frowns. They came to my sid
SUBMISSION: Rise of the Bastards CHAPTER 19: I DON'T GET IT
Octavia's POVNearly three years later..."The kingdom of Tirado, Valaris, Koda, Cassius, and Santak will be at tonight's celebration,” my best friend, Tilly explained.I tuned out at the word "kingdom." I hated these festivals. I'm nearly sixteen and I still did not understand why they were such a big deal."Are you ready for the celebration?" My best friend, Tilly cheerfully asked. "Not really. Why do we have to go?" I asked. "Because it is our chance to find our mates and possibly leave this place," she replied. "Tilly, my birthday isn't for another few months. I can't find a mate no matter if I go or not, I reminded her. "Crap! You're right!" She sadly said. "What's wrong?" I asked noticing her sudden change of mood. "I've been sixteen for some time now. If I find my mate tonight he would surely be from another pack. I would leave you within the year I turn seventeen," she reminded me, but I sensed she was hiding something. “Oh shit, you're right. Maybe my true mate will be his be
SUBMISSION: Rise of the Bastards CHAPTER 20: A CONTROLLED REJECTION
Matilda's (Tilly) POV"Matilda, where's your little follower today?" Lawrence asked. "Excuse me, your grace?" I asked. "TAVI! You're so simple-minded sometimes, I swear!" he scoffed. "Oh, she's helping your sister, Violet ready herself for the celebration tonight," I said, hanging my head. "I hope you do not think that you're going tonight, do you?" he asked. "Yes, of course! None of us have a choice. It is an order from the king," I proudly said. "No, you will not! Do I need to lock you up?" he snarled. "I am going, your grace," I simply said, walking away from him.I was grateful no one heard his growl toward me. There were many others in the hall, and again I was grateful. Lawrence wouldn't dare hurt me when others were around. I didn't see what the big deal was. He didn't want me. It's why he is making me suffer before the rejection comes. I hate having to pretend not to have a mate when I sort of do. I was happy to see Tavi heading my way."Tilly! Are you ready to head to your ho
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