~Hazel~I received my first invitation to the Mate Gala last month. I found the perfect dress, red silk that hugs my curves with a sensual slit, and black strappy high heels. Now, I have to break the news to my parents. My mom and dad always tell me how horrible the supernaturals are. They chose to decline the gala invitations when they turned twenty-one, but I won't miss the opportunity to find a mate and live an extraordinary life. I don't want to settle for a human that most likely won't be loyal, and I want a connection with someone who was made just for me. He's out there; I can feel it in my chest when I think about it.I accepted the invitation and sent back the RSVP to The Royals the day I received it. I've never seen any of The Royals other than my human leaders, Adrian and Harry Williams. The only time a human gets to see a supernatural is if they go to the gala. We are not allowed in other territories, and they cannot come into ours. It's hard to believe there was a time wh

~Hazel~Sitting between my two mates is euphoric. I always knew I would be mated to someone, but two Royals are not who I expected. I have never dated a woman or considered dating women, for that matter. Up until tonight, I was straight.My mind wanders as I think about what kind of relationship I will have with Queen Valentina. Her possessiveness makes it evident that she accepts me, but what if she ends up not liking me? Since I am a human, will I become a Royal, or be a toy to them? Will I need both of their marks to change? They seem relaxed, but they're quiet. They probably have a lot on their minds. I close my heavy eyes and think positive thoughts. What is meant to be, will be.______~Valentina~Hazel drifts off into a slumber, and her head rests on my shoulder. She doesn't look very comfortable, so I adjust her to where her head is on my lap. She is beautiful even in her sleep. I never thought I would have this feeling for someone other than Octavius, but this little human wa

~Hazel~Is it too soon to say I'm in love? Val is silly, and she's the most kind-hearted woman. I know she has gone above and beyond to make me feel welcome in their home instead of being jealous or malicious. Obviously, the spiritual bond is a huge factor in how we feel for each other because there is a strong connection between the three of us naturally. How anyone could reject this feeling is beyond me.Tae is equally goofy, but he looks intimidating and mean. If he were not mated to me, I would stay out of his way. Having a man who is gentle and funny for just his two women is a huge turn-on, though. No one else gets this side of Tae, except for their three-year-old son they told me about over dinner last night. I get to meet him today, and I can't wait. When they showed me a picture of him, my heart melted.Val is still asleep with her arm wrapped around me, but I felt Tae get up early. He must have had work to do because he kissed our heads before leaving the room. Val pulls me

~Octavius~"Daddy!" Lucas jumps into my arms, and I toss him into the air to hear his laughter. Val stayed at the castle with Hazel while I ran to get our son from my brother's house."Hey, Buddy! Did you have fun with Uncle Ash and Aunt Carlie?" He nodded enthusiastically."We made cookies!" He rubs his little tummy."Where are my cookies?" Lucas wiggles out of my arms and runs into the kitchen; Carlie follows him."So, a second mate?" Ash asks quietly."Hazel is so innocent and sweet. She and Val are already hitting it off as if they've been best friends forever, and she loves kids. I'm nervous about them meeting, but I know he will love her as much as we do." Hazel fits us like a glove, so there is no doubt in my mind Lucas will love her too."How will you explain it to him? Will he see her as a second mother?" Ash looks slightly concerned because this is not typically the Lycan way."He's only three, so it'll be a simple explanation. As he ages, he will form a proper understanding

~Hazel~Sex is intimate, but Tae cleaning me up after I noticed the aftermath is a different type of intimacy. When your body is no longer running on adrenaline and lust, you feel raw and vulnerable. I wanted to rush to the bathroom and clean myself, but there's no way in hell I will be rushing anywhere after what he had just done to me. Val helped me up so I could use the restroom while Tae changed the comforter on our bed. He just left to check on Lucas to make sure he was still asleep, so Val and I are lying in bed, facing each other and waiting for him to join us."Sorry about the blanket." I don't know why I'm embarrassed right now. I'm assuming this is normal."I know how you feel, don't worry. It didn't bother Tae during my first time either. To be honest? I think he loves it. He did well with not getting too crazy. I can't say he'll be as easy next time." So that was him being easy. Noted."I assume he was gentle with you last night so I wouldn't get scared about my first time