[Leah’s POV]I watched as Asher made his way back down the stairs and out of the house. Something about the tension and frustration that radiated off of him left me uneasy, but since I didn’t know exactly what was going on with him, there was nothing I could do to help.As I continued to stand there, Thia appeared and peaked up at me. Her eyes that took me in were filled with questioning and concern as she made her way towards me."Did you two fight again?" She asked once she reached me. "Leah, what exactly is going on here?""Follow me." I sighed, deciding maybe it would be a good idea to talk to someone about the worry that was slowly beginning to eat away at my soul. "I need to feed Arabia. We can talk while I do that. ""Alright." Thia murmured, beginning to follow me towards my room.Once inside, I plopped on my bed and got comfortable so that I could begin to nurse. Only after Arabia was latched and happily eating did I look to Thia, who remained in the doorway."Could you come
[Leah’s POV]The night passed at snail speed as my mind came up with scenario after scenario of where Asher was and what he could possibly be doing. Though he had promised me that he would return once he finished with what he had to do, I still couldn’t shake the bad feeling that was slowly taking over.When the sun finally rose the next morning, I couldn’t sit around and wait any longer. I threw on a sweatshirt and leggings, made my way outside, and began to extend my senses. I began to focus on the familiar essence that was Asher. Maybe I was being a bit too extreme, but I couldn’t stop the feeling that he needed me. Something was off, that was certain, and I just couldn’t leave well enough alone."Leah?"His deep voice that always melted my heart like butter drifted through the air as his essence suddenly appeared all around me. Snapping my eyes open, I turned and watched as he slowly limped his way towards me."What happened to you?" I gasped, taking in the torn shirt that hung f
[Asher’s POV]"Let me set up the bassinet and put Arabia down." I murmured, nipping at Leah’s neck.A gasp of both desire and shock escaped her, causing my dick to throb in anticipation. Dammit, if it weren’t for Arabia, I would jump her right here and now. When it came to her, I just couldn’t control myself."Are you sure?" Leah asked, giving me a look of uncertainty. "I can do it.""Please allow me." I hadn’t had the opportunity to be a proper father to Arabia yet, and I intended to make up for lost time. "You go ahead and get in the shower. I’ll join you shortly. "Nodding, Leah unstrapped Arabia from her chest and handed her over to me. Only after giving us one last look did she finally turn and disappear into the bathroom beyond.Once I was sure that we were alone, I turned my gaze to Arabia’s and took her in once more. No matter how many times I saw her, I still couldn’t quite believe that the moon goddess had blessed a sinner like me with such a gift."Thank you for keeping you
[Asher’s POV]Pained faces surrounded me, letting out cries of despair as their boney fingers clawed at my skin and clothes. Despite my attempts to back away, I found myself stuck entirely, unable to move, only able to endure what was happening to me."Help us.""Do something!""It hurts!"Their cries continued to echo, becoming damn near deafening."Asher…"What was that? That voice wasn’t like the others. It was so gentle and something about it calmed my heart."Hey, Asher..."Gasping, my eyes flew open as I sat up in bed and stared at a bare wall that was barely illuminated by a dim light. Just a dream... Another fucking dream of the damned. The same dream that haunted me ever since the darkness began to claw at me and try to escape.I let out a long breath and slowly sat up, letting the cover that was beginning to wrap around me fall to my waist."Hey," Leah’s soft voice murmured as a warm hand touched my chest. "Are you okay? Your heart's beating a mile a minute. ""Mmm."Was I o
[Leah’s POV]"I’ve got to go help him!" I gasped, beginning to make my way towards the door. "Please, stay here and watch Arabia!""Are you nuts?" Thia demanded. "What do you think you’ll be able to do?""I don’t know, but I can’t just sit back and do nothing!"As I spoke, I slipped on my shoes and grabbed my car keys. The place in my chest that had been burning moments prior was still radiating pain throughout my entire body, and I knew that Asher was suffering. There wasn't even time to think about what I was going to do. If I had to, I was going to burn every single one of those bastards to the ground!"Keep an eye on Arabia!" I repeated, rushing out the door.‘Ian,’ I called as I jumped into my car. ‘I need you and Deon to help me!’Before I could even get the keys in the ignition, the kitsune brothers appeared with looks of curiosity and concern on their faces."What’s going on?" Deon asked from his place in the backseat."Asher’s in trouble!" I responded, slamming on the gas and
[Leah’s POV]"Get your fucking hands off me!" I snarled.Whirling around I found that I was once again alone and let out a growl of frustration. I had to admit, this Kelvin character was really starting to get on my last nerve. All this warning me to stay away from Asher. What exactly was the relationship between them?"I need answers." I sighed, making my way to the car and hopping in.By the time I reached the kitsune siblings' house, Thia’s car and even Haidan’s were out front, and I could feel strong magic pressing against my skin. What the hell was going on in there that required so much?As this thought hits, my heart lurches, and I quickly make my way inside and up the stairs towards where I can hear all the commotion."Leah?" Thia gasped as I reached the room where Asher was in. "Stay back.""Why?" I demanded. However, Thia didn’t need to respond as a low, agonized growl escaped the room. "What’s wrong with him?"I didn’t need to ask who was making the noise. I would recognize
[Asher’s POV]"Due to that, I can’t help but wonder why you’ve gotten yourself mixed up with him." Ian muttered, fixing a confused gaze on me."It was to help me." Leah offered, gently squeezing my hand. "He was determined to help free my lycan."The room around us grew quiet as all eyes fell on me. Shit, I was already exhausted from the effects of the fire and ice poison, and now I was going to have to voice my reasons for being involved with Kelvin."Stop it." Leah snapped, once again coming to my defense. "Now isn’t the time to show judgement towards what Asher did. What we need to focus on is figuring out a way to kill Kelvin so he can be free. ""Kill him," Ian chuckled. "If only that bastard was capable of being killed. Have you ever heard of the thousand year war?""The war that occurred during the Dark Ages?" Haidan asked, seeming to grow interested. "Are you saying Kelvin was involved in that?""That’s correct." Ian confirmed. "Along with his mate, Selena."I could feel a chi
[Leah’s POV]Pain radiated through me as I collapsed to the ground, trying to catch my breath. What the hell was this and why wouldn’t it stop? Was this some type of sick joke that Kelvin was playing or…"Help her!" Asher’s worried voice rasped as he appeared by my side. "Don’t just fucking stand there and watch.""I’m…fine…" I panted, feeling something in me beginning to stir. "However... I believe..."Before any more words can escape me, my fingernails start to extend into claws and hair begins to spring up along my arms. I was…shifting? I was really shifting into my lycan, but why?"Leah?" Asher gasped from his place beside me. "How?""It had to have been Kelvin." Ian responded.Letting out a growl of pain, I continued going through the motions of shifting and everything about it felt like the first time it happened. At least the vomiting had stopped, but why was this happening and how? "Why would he break the curse?" Thia asked, placing a comforting hand on my shoulder. "Wouldn’t