Lottie POV "You!" I heard Alpha Leigh gasp, and honestly, I wasn't sure who he was referring to as my eyes scanned the chaos erupting around us: Havoc or the demon Astaroth. But what I did know was that he was pissed; the anger radiating off my Alpha in waves was almost enough to knock me off my feet and further into the room. "You tried to kill me!" Alpha Leigh seethed further. "That hardly narrows it down," Sage groaned, lending me some of her strength to steady myself, but she was too slow. A hand slid around my waist, pulling me back into a rock-hard wall of muscle and given the familiar tingles exploding in my core, I knew it was Sebastian who had secured me. Leaving me grateful but surprised and incredibly uncomfortable. "Get off her," Chase snapped angrily. Sebastian's hand was quickly replaced by the familiarity of Chase's touch, causing my eyes to shoot up to Kane and then Havoc for fear my mate's beastly wolf would see Chase or Bash as a threat and lunge... again! "It'
Lottie POVAs I materialised in Astaroth's demonic dimension, a chill crept through my veins, sending shivers cascading down my spine. The very essence of the realm seemed to writhe and twist, morphing and contorting in a grotesque dance around me. Panic clawed at my chest, threatening to consume me whole, as I frantically searched for any semblance of escape."Charlotte!" "Kitty!" Amidst the chaos and the cacophony of unearthly sounds, two familiar voices pierced through the darkness, a beacon of hope amongst the despair. Their voices were quickly joined by the Sparrow Brother's panicked cries."Save her!" I heard Chase scream, my heart pounding in my chest, a wild rhythm matching the chaos around me. My breaths came in ragged gasps as I spun around toward the cries to face the portal, the swirling vortex that seemed to pulse with malevolent energy. It mesmerised me with a force I couldn't resist, pulling at the very core of my being."Sage!" I whispered, wanting her to fight for o
Lottie POV I stood amidst the swirling darkness of the demonic realm, the air thick with the stench of sulphur and despair. Before me loomed Astaroth, his eyes drifting over his land to a gothic cathedral, its red marble structure, a stark contrast against the blackened sky. Lightning crackled ominously, casting eerie shadows that danced across the barren landscape. This was Hell.My heart pounded in my chest as I realised Chase had followed me through the portal. Anger flared within me, mixing with a deep sense of concern for his safety. Why did he have to be so reckless?"What are you doing here?" I snapped, my voice laced with frustration as I turned to face him, my lips pulling tightly together watching him land a few feet in front of me with grace I could only wish for. Chase met my gaze, determination shining in his eyes despite the danger surrounding us. "I couldn't just let you face this alone, Lottie," he declared firmly, his tone unwavering. "You're my family now. I'll do
Kane POVI stood there, frozen, my eyes fixed on the empty space where the portal had closed just moments ago. My girl had been taken from me, ripped away by some demon with unknown powers."Charlotte!" I whispered, my mind spinning, trying to comprehend what had just happened. Tears streamed down my face unchecked, as I struggled to process the shock and agony coursing through me. Behind me, I could hear my father's voice, thick with concern and confusion as he screamed at Adam and Liam for answers. Answers they were not giving, not until I gave them the say-so. Something I had to respect."Kane, what happened? Where's Charlotte?" His questions washed over me like distant waves, barely registering in my mind. How could I explain something I didn't even understand myself?"I don't know," I managed to choke out, my voice barely above a whisper. "How can you not know? What the hell has been going on in here!" He seethed, and I knew without looking he was referring to Anthony battered a
Knox POVI stood before my brother, feeling the weight of my guilt crushing me. Every fibre of my being screamed at me to come clean, to spill the truth that had been gnawing at my soul since the demonic freak had appeared today. But fear had been holding me back. Fear of losing Kane, fear of Lottie's rejection, fear of what they might do if they learned the truth.Memories flooded my mind, memories of that catastrophic encounter with the Demon. I remembered the way he toyed with my mind, the way he whispered promises of relief from the misery that consumed me. Misery, I now know he had put me through. I remember the deal he offered, the sinister bargain that hung in the air, like a dark cloud."You don't have to suffer, Knox," Astaroth had whispered, his voice like silk and smoke. "I can make it all go away. But you have to give me something in return." And in that moment, I would have given him anything he wanted to end my suffering and the inner torment that was consuming me from
Knox POV Before I could defend myself, our father stepped forward, his presence a calming force in the midst of the storm. "Kane, please," he sighed, his voice gentle but firm. "This isn't helping anyone. We need to focus on finding a solution, not assigning blame." "No, pops. He is right!" I admitted, feeling my heart sink. "I chose wrong, this whole cluster fuck of a situation is my fault. If I hadn't let that little cunt get to me." I seethed looking over at Mike as he sat on the ground beside Anthony, looking too smug for my liking. "Havoc wouldn't have felt the need to act like a feral beast and this shit would never have happened." "He would have found a way." Adam piped up from the corner of the room, reminding me he was there. "From what Anthony here has said, he had this shit planned for a while." "And let's not pretend the dickweed doesn't have a beating coming." Liam interjected smirking down at Mike before kicking his foot to get his attention. "The day is still yo
Kane POV I watched as my father's jaw tightened, his brows furrowing deeper with each passing moment we sat at the table in the dining room waiting for everyone to get here. He had been silent but the mood in the room was anything but calm. Knox sat beside me practically vibrating with nerves. Without a word, I reached out and placed a calming hand on his knee, halting his anxious bouncing. I understood his pain. I could feel him searching the mate bond for our girl, and like me, he found it empty and lonely without her. Although I could sense it hadn't been severed like last time, only muted, it didn't ease the wrenching pain in my gut at the loss of her. I needed this sh*t over with and quickly, so I could get to the matter at hand; hunting the bastard that took her from me and killing him. Slowly! "You're making the table shake!" I whispered to Knox, squeezing his leg as two of the Sparrow Brothers, Adam and Liam, strode in, flanked by Anthony and Mike, bound and silenced. Desp
Lottie POV I stood in the heart of the demonic world, surrounded by the eerie beauty of the cathedral. It felt like time itself had paused within its gothic walls. My nerves prickled beneath my skin, but I couldn't deny the strange allure of the place- or the demon who lurked in the realm. Then, I heard his voice behind me, clenching my jaw, I fought the surge of hatred that coursed through me and turned to face him, Astaroth, the demon who had caused so much pain. The memory of leaving Chase behind on that hilltop to heal alone twisted my gut with guilt. "What do you want?" I demanded, my voice tinged with bitterness. I felt my gut twist with anxiety when he didn't respond immediately, instead striding up to the altar with an unsettling grace. He hoisted himself onto it, his gaze fixed on me with an intensity that made my skin crawl. Astaroth's appearance shifted in front of my eyes, from a casual hoodie and jeans to an expensive suit that oozed sophistication. His tie matched the