Abigail's POV Wrapping my arms around myself, I tried my best to ignore the cold that had seeped into my bones and currently working its way up my spine. I knew what it meant- Danger was lurking close by! Old me would have grabbed my keys and gone looking for it, stalked it and observed its every move until I knew enough about it to launch some kind of attack - just so that I could interrogate it, in the hopes I would get the answers I wanted! New me; knew Damien would not be happy! Pulling the net from the window, I leaned against the wall and looked out into the night; it had to be close to midnight. The sky glistened like shimmering velvet- completely clear, with only a few stars sparkling curiously as if they knew that evil lurked below! I wanted to be out there, exploring, doing what I came to this town to do! I had heard that it was crawling with supernatural creatures, which is why I came, determined to find some answers! What I had not banked on was falling into bed wit
Damien's POV "I am sorry... Ace.." She emitted, lifting her hand to brush against my cheek; I nodded to her, offering a truce momentarily. "I am used to being independent, not having to answer to anyone." she offered truthfully but seemed to struggle to find the words. "I... just wanted.." Eyeing her suspiciously, I said nothing but pressed my naked body against her, my fingers digging into her hips tightly, letting her know she would not be going anywhere until she continued! My eyes searched hers, daring her to lie to me! "I have no issues pulling your shorts down right here and now, Red, and spanking that peachy ass of yours until your screams wake every neighbour in this building up!" I warned, my tone sinister and unwavering. I meant every word! "I could sense something... out there- I wanted to explore!" She puffed, obviously annoyed at being scolded. I knew she was being truthful, but it was too late; I felt my anger ripple through me- Even Ares had gone quiet, unwil
Jason's POV Opening the large double doors at the back of the pack house, I felt all eyes turn on Kayla and I. Pulling her to my side protectively, she might not be my mate, but I still cared for her deeply and was less than impressed by the judgmental stares she was getting from those within my pack! Everyone had already assembled per my father's request and stood silently at the bottom of the stairs - everyone except Kayla and I. Searching the crowd of faces for Tommy, I sucked down a sigh seeing his tense jaw and hard gaze, looking between his sister and me, shaking his head disapprovingly. His wolf shone at the back of his eyes letting me know that Tommy did not stand alone in his anger! "Nice of the pair of you to join us." My father's dry voice cut through the air, irritating me. "Were we interrupting something?" He snapped sarcastically as I walked past. "You know what, Buddy! I am done with this shit; I am done with apologising, explaining myself and seeking their app
Tommy's POV "Rafe! Calm down!" I bellowed at my wolf, my voice hoarse from screaming to try and get my stubborn animal's attention; it appeared in vain; I was undoubtedly being shut out! I looked on in horror as Rafe pummelled Jason's face into the dirt around us; given the cocky grin on Jason's face, he was simply biding his time before he struck! And when he did, I knew devastation would follow! I knew Jason kept Archer under tight lock and key because of his anger issues! His ability to flip on a coin and go from 1-1000 in seconds was magnificent to watch, but being on the other end of that wrath would spell disaster for Rafe and I! I hoped our friendship meant more to them than Archer's bloodlust and need to kill! I was not the enemy! Despite what it looked like! My wolf was in control of my body, pinning Jason in the grass, landing blow upon blow on his face in an unprovoked attack. Excruciating pain soared through my body, stopping my reckless attack on my best mate a
Damien's POV "What the fuck is going on?" I fumed, pulling Red against my side protectively, just as a semi-shifted male hurtled towards us, teeth snapping menacingly. A smaller, darker wolf charged behind him, sinking its teeth into the half-human, stopping him from launching an assault on Red and I. My eyes widened in alarm as I watched the pair wrestle for the higher ground until they finally rolled out of sight. Locking eyes with my angel, checking her over quickly, our heads snapped in the direction the beasts had disappeared; a defeated wail penetrated the dim woods around us, bouncing off the trees aimlessly "We need to get out of here, Red!" I hissed, bringing my green hues to look at her, unsurprised by the challenge on her lips. "What's wrong? Scared of a few feral wolves?" She taunted. Usually, I would have found her tease amusing, but something was wrong; this wasn't just a simple training session- this looked like war! And we were in the middle of the battlefield
Abigail's POV "What are you looking at, Ace?" I sulked, spying him looking into the distance ominously. Narrowing my eyes through the woods. "When did it get misty?" I asked, confused by the sudden change in the air. When we arrived in the woods earlier, the madness that had seeped into the shadows was almost tangible, and Something about that excited me! Running my fingers through the purple mist that had descended over the thick grass, I smiled, observing it twist through my fingers like a fish caressing the current. I could feel the purple haze contaminating my skin with wickedness, unlocking my deep-rooted desires to welcome corruption and bath in glorious sin! Embracing it impulsively, I ran my hands over Damien's shoulders, standing behind him, my body pressed against him snugly. I leaned up on my tiptoes, pressing a kiss to the nape of his neck, grinning, hearing him groan approvingly. Trailing my fingers across his shoulders, down his strong arms, exploring the mascul
Ares's POV "Damien was right! Wolves are fucking annoying!" I admitted, wondering if he could hear and see what was going on, I couldn't sense him anywhere, yet I was in his human form, not that I would know what my form looked like. This was the closest I had ever gotten to freedom from the cage inside his mind. Damien was always the good soldier, never one to question his Daddy! Only recently had he decided to grow a pair of balls and stand up to his demented family... This sassy female before me had unknowingly freed me from a life of isolation simply by crossing Damien's path and melting his cold heart. Meeting her gave him the strength to find his voice and question all he knew, letting me have some independence, even trusting my judgement. I would be forever grateful for that alone, owing her more than I can ever repay! But I would start with my protection and loyalty! Although I couldn't deny that I wanted her! Something about her called to the darkness within me; it d
Damien's POV Ares had been given free rein of my body and, with it, the opportunity to act upon his deep yearning to mate and claim my ruby jewel as his own. The animal he was, wanted to mark her desperately and fill her fertile womb with as many pups as possible! Leaving no doubt that she belonged to us! When condemned to the void by whatever the fuck was lurking in the shadows of the woods, I found myself surrounded by never-ending nothingness, no familiar smells or flickers of light, just oblivion! Until I heard Ares call for me subconsciously- he needed me! And as much as it irked me to admit, I had grown used to his chatter the last few days and felt empty without him. Something in his tone screamed pain, dread and uncontrollable anger; I had thought wrongly that he wouldn't have held back if allowed to do as he liked with Red! Instead, he had respected both Red and me! I was beyond grateful and not embarrassed to say proud of him and our bond! For the first time ever,