Killian called Crystal in his office early one morning six weeks after Sage shared the history of humans. She walked in, confused at first but when she saw the goblet and papers on the desk, she knew."Are you sure it's safe?""Thea was the only reason we didn't. She is part of this family now. I want everyone to go ahead and take part in the shift. We will call a meeting of alphas and lunas in two hours. I think it's time.""I agree. Do yu want the kids knowing?""Not yet.""Very well. I will send them out and see you in an hour for negotiations.""Thank you."She nodded her head and walked out. She went down to the kitchens and found all of them sitting and eating. Destiny, Tim, Alex, Missy, Blake, and Thea all looked at Crystal. She was wearing her serious Luna look and Destiny spoke first."Mom?""I need you to do something today. Including you, Thea.""Yes, Luna.""There's seems to be activity at the w

Alex woke up the next morning and found Missy still soundly asleep. As he pulled the covers around her shoulders, he stopped and stared at his mate mark on her neck. He walked to the balcony and stared at the sunrise. For some reason, he was not able to sleep. He knew he needed to, he wasn't just alpha but he was alpha king and that required a lot of attention. He dressed in casual sweats and a sweatshirt and walked down to the office. The light was on inside and then he poked his head in, he took a breath of relief as he saw Killian sitting behind the desk."Father?""Alexander. You are up early.""Couldn't sleep. What about you?""I'm always up this early. Come."Alex made his way to his father and pulled a chair next to him and watched what his father was doing."Sometimes, there are matters that are best taken care of in the morning before anyone wakes. For example, doing things for your luna. She is most important to you above everythin

Crystal watched the scenes pass out the window as Killian drove to the mountains and to the castle. They had been on the road for a bit, stopping more than usual. This was the first time they left without having work to do. They stopped to enjoy each other and the views along the way that they wouldn't have time to do before. They stopped to eat and he helped her out of the truck."Are you okay, my dear?""Yes. This is the first time we've done thing for just us.""I know. It's a weird feeling, but we should relax."She smiled and walked with him inside. They ate and laughed and talked and other wolves came up to them during their meal."How does it feel to be retired?""It feels weird, honestly.""But it's also a welcomed vacation.""Well, I hope you enjoy your trip. You two deserve it."The waitress left and they paid their bill. They went on their way once more and stopped by the river before they headed upward. 

Alex was freaking out as his father sorted through a few things and Killian told him to relax. "If anyone can find Missy, it's your mom. Let her work and you come over here and work.""Okay. I'm sorry. I just don't want to lose her.""You won't. Your mom will find her."Alex walked over and sat down next to his dad and sorted through the mounds of paperwork he left. He just prayed that his mom could find her and convince her to come back. Crystal was going through the paperwork and finished a few things Missy had left and was opening a drawer when she saw the hidden compartment open. She moved things and saw the orders for the cave Thea was in and knew where to find her. She straightened everything and walked down to the tunnels. She entered into Midnight Ash Pack and was greeted warmly. "Looking for the Luna Queen and dragon.""You got back this morning and you found her already?""I'm good."T

Killian sat and watched Crystal pace the floor as so many thought ran through her head. Queen again? What were they thinking? Could they do it? They were so happy now that she didn't want that ruined. As so many thoughts raced through her head, she distracted by Killian."Penny for your thoughts, beautiful?""What?""You look like you are in much distress. Anything I can do to help?""Killian?""Yes?""That's what you sai to me our first day together.""Didnt it help?""Yes.""So, let it help now. Tell me what's racing through your head.""What if we do this, and things end up bad again.""Let's stay here.""What?""Let's agree and stay here an then have a representivie or two from each pack live here with us. It's coming around for the festival of packs anyway. Make the announcement then.""Are you sure we can do it?""Of course. I know Danica and Patrick wont mind.""Alr