Aliyah "How's your trip around town, Aliyah?" Seer Tasha asked with a wide smile. She led me to the dining table and pulled out a chair for me. "I've been eagerly waiting to hear all about your adventures. "Thanks, Tash. I settled into the chair, and just by seeing the foods she prepared for this lunch, I could tell that she had put a lot of effort into making it special. The aroma of the dishes filled the room, making my mouth water in anticipation. I took a sip of the water first and said, "The streets of this town are vibrant, Tasha. The locals were friendly and welcoming. And you know what? I was planning to apply for a medical job in this town, and knowing that there is a hospital nearby gives me peace of mind. At least I can still do what I love while living here." Tasha smiled and replied, "That's great to hear! This town seems like the perfect place for you to pursue your medical career. Plus, the warm hospitality of the locals will make your job even more rewarding." "That

Aliyah The bears were huge, but Ashton's wolf was more massive and agile. He darted between them, snapping and snarling, trying to keep them at bay. I watched in silence as he fought off the bears, his fur bristling with ferocity. Each swipe of his powerful paws sent the bears stumbling backward. But there were too many of them, constantly pressing on, and I knew we couldn't outrun or outfight them all. Ashton went back in my direction. He nudged me, urging me to climb onto his back. I mounted him, holding on tightly as he sprinted away from the relentless bears. We raced through the forest, Ashton's wolf effortlessly maneuvering through the dense underbrush. Finally, we were out of the woods and back to the house, safe from the pursuing bears. We went straight to my room, and I immediately felt the stickiness of sweat and dirt on my skin. Ashton was peeking from the window while I quickly peeled off my clothes. He was still in wolf form; maybe he was still keeping watch for any sig

AliyahI returned to the house, still wondering about what had happened when I touched Ashton. Those photographs felt so real, as if I were there in the moment. There was fire, men fighting, a woman screaming with a baby in her arms, and a young boy crying for them to stop. Why had I seen those scenes as I touched Ashton? I couldn’t understand why these visions seemed to be tied to him.A delicious scent hit my nose when I reached the door. No, it wasn’t the scent that werewolves smelled when they detected their bonds. It was the smell of literal food wafting through the air. Cheese, meat, and spices were in the room, making my mouth water. It had a familiar aroma, reminding me of my grandmother’s cooking. As I followed the scent, I found Brayden in the kitchen, wearing an apron, and closing the oven door.“Why are you cooking, Brayden?” I asked, suddenly getting panicked. “You’re a visitor, you shouldn’t have to do any work.”Brayden turned to me with a warm smile and replied, “I wan

King Ashton"Go back to Jadeisles, Ashton. Now! The royal council demands it."The phone felt like a block of ice against my ear, numbing me with each word my father spoke. His voice was sharp, cutting through the peaceful buzz of the coffee shop."Why now?""Because they question your absence," he replied sharply. "They believe you're shirking responsibilities for pleasure and wanderlust.""It's not like that. I need Aliyah to come with me."There was a pause before a low chuckle resonated from the other end. "Your fake mate? Why bother making it official?""Because it's not fake. Our bond is real, Dad. It's time everyone accepted that.""Remember what the Connors have done," he hissed. "Theon's hands were stained with your mother's blood.""I haven't forgotten," I spat back, trying to control my voice as I didn't want to cause a scene in the coffee shop. "But Aliyah is not a pawn in our vengeance.""Use her to—""Enough, Dad." I hung up the phone, rejecting his distorted proposal. H

Alpha BraydenI nodded, realizing the possibility. "Because we're mates.""Yes," she said with a smile."Wow," I whispered, taking her hands in mine. The thought of Aliyah being able to counter my vulnerability as a Lycan was a comforting confirmation of the bond we shared as mates. But I couldn't help but wonder if she could do the same thing with Ashton. Part of me was wishing that my bond with her was more powerful than his.As we continued to explore the market, I could see Aliyah's eyes light up at every stall we passed. Her smile was infectious, and I found myself grinning from ear to ear as we walked hand in hand. Despite our happiness, I couldn't help but notice a flicker of doubt in her eyes. She seemed content with me, yet I knew she was contemplating how to balance being with her other mate while still honoring her commitment to me."Brayden," Aliyah said softly, interrupting my thoughts. "Thank you for everything. This day has been wonderful.""Anything for you, love," I r