I woke the next morning with stiff limbs that felt like they were breaking. Fuck, it seemed that the wolfsbane that was in my system had really done a number. Lifting a hand, I touched my stomach as worry raced through me. If it affected me like this, what did that mean for my child?
“What are you doing?” Ashton asked from behind me.
Removing my hand, I turned to look into his sleepy eyes that were watching me with curiosity.
“Do you think the baby is okay?” I asked, unable to contain my anxiety.
“Hm?”
Instead of responding, Ashton sat up and began to lean his head towards my stomach. Sucking in a breath, I waited as he laid his ear against my skin. After a moment, a smile crept across his
"Ashton," I murmured, keeping my eyes fixed on the demon's that were leading the way for the massive cloud that was darkening the land. "What is that?""Shit," Ashton hissed in response. "How can this be stopped?" He growled, tightening his hold on Andrew. "TELL ME!""The death of the one with the same blood as the revived!" Andrew cackled with joy.The one revived was King Nigel, that meant the only way to kill him was to kill Brailyn or Haidan."Are you willing to sacrifice your Alpha for the greater cause?"Snapping out of my daze, I looked at Andrew, whose red eyes were watching me."There is another with his blood." I pointed out. "Not just Haidan."
[Thia's POV]Black spots danced in front of my eyes as I tried to pull free. I hadn't thought this through.'What the hell do you think you're doing?' Ashton's enraged voice Shot through my mind.'The twins.' I managed as my consciousness began to drift.In front of me the demon laughed, twisting his blade so it cut even deeper.I could feel an odd sensation beginning to form in the spot the blade dug. It was like a pulsing heat that grew stronger and stronger until my entire body felt like it was on fire.Lifting my gaze, I met the triumphant gaze of the demon."Good bye, hero."With wide eyes, I
[Leah's POV]I sat alone watching the 'adults' discuss what their next move would he. Since I wasn't legal age yet, they refused to allow me to be involved. However, I wasn't going to sit around and do nothing."Asher," I murmured to the sullen man sitting beside me.I wasn't sure how it had happened, but he had taken the role of guardian for me since we had to go into hiding.It wasn't like I didn't enjoy his company, but I wanted him to see me as more than just a child."What is it, kitten?" He asked, turning his gray gaze to meet mine.Dammit, he was fine. Even with half his face covered by a mask, he still left me astounded."Don't call me
[Ashton's POV] I took a drag of my cigarette while looking around at the tunnel around me. It was eerily quiet and stunk of mildew. I wasn't sure how long we would be stuck down here, but I hoped it wasn't long. Taking another puff, I snapped my gaze to the door beside me as it snapped open and Asher stormed out in a huff. For a moment, he was oblivious to my presence as he smacked the side of his head while mumbling something incoherent. "You having a breakdown over there, phantom of the opera?" I asked, unable to remain quiet
Thia's POV]"Lycan warrior, you have been summoned here to stand trial for your part in the rebellion of the wolves against our people."I sat on my knees in the middle of a large room, surrounded by dark beings that sat laughing and sneering.Since being brought here, I was kept in a small cell. Though I was fed, I didn't bother eating out of fear of poisoning. My energy was quickly waning and my abilities were still sealed. And now I was being tried for murder of King Nigel and those damn centaurs."How do you plea?" The demon staring back at me from behind the judges stand held an amused expression. His lips were quirked in a smile, showing he was amused by his own joke."Does what I say matter?" I asked, fixing my gaze firmly wit
[Ashton's POV]I watched from the end of the hall as Asher and Leah spoke. From the tension radiating from them, I could tell there was trouble in paradise, but it wasn't any of my business."Uh hum." I coughed, drawing both of their attention towards me. Leah looked relieved, while Asher looked annoyed. "Sorry to interrupt." I smirked. "But you are the only one that can take us to the necromancers, and I have no interest in wasting time.""Do you think we can just stroll into the domain of the necromancers?" Asher snapped.I considered his question for a moment.
[Ashton's POV]"Don't be such a hostile wolf." The man chuckled, holding his arms out innocently. "See, I am but an old geezer with no motives.""Sorry, Fred." Asher sighed. "He is a little on edge since losing his mate.""Is she the one you need our help locating?" Fred asked, furrowing his thick brows. "Could you tell me what it was she did to offend the lord of the underworld?""It wasn't her." I growled. "Watch your damn mouth!""Ashton!" Haidan hissed, shooting me a look of disapproval.
[Thia’s POV]I stood in front of a large mirror, taking myself as Martha stood behind me looking smug. She had spent the last hour doing my hair and makeup, and now all that was left was to get dressed.Peering over, I noticed the blood red sequin gown hanging on the wall, as well as the corset perched on a chair beside it."I don’t think that is a good idea." I murmured, pointing to the corset. "It isn’t safe for a pregnant woman, correct?"For a moment, Martha remained quiet, considering my words.