Karica’s POVXyni’s words created an uproar and the Head Councilman was furious beyond words. Angry shouts and murmurs rose among the council members as Xynathius watched them with a smug face. I tightly closed my lips because I knew he was about to stir a lot of trouble. “How dare you put forward something so preposterous? Mistakes are continually made at trials doesn't mean you get the authority to challenge us. With the vampire threat looming on our heads, it's time to stand together and not fall apart,” Borgia groused. “That continual need to end. There are better people to take this position. People who won't be biased and judgmental. And while we are at it, I want that executioner dead whom you used to whip my mate and who laid his slimy hands on her hair,” Xynathius threw another bombshell at them and I could see the disbelief on their faces. “He was following orders,” the stern-looking councilwoman with silver hair spoke up this time. “I don't care. If you won't do it I wi

Xynathius’s POVThe early morning we got ready to head for Karica’s former pack in the South Continent. She was bubbling with energy and there was this happy gait in her step. Singing this song of spring, I was sure belonged to her pack. She packed her luggage as well as mine. I couldn't peel my eyes off my beautiful mate. How was she so perfect? We had decided to stay for a few days so she could properly bond again and spend time with her family. She had been away too long and I wanted for her to be happy. “All done,” she announced and wrapped her arms around me. Kissing every inch of my face she revealed how thankful she was to me. “Stop exciting me or we will be delayed by several hours,” I teased and she instantly stepped back from me, biting her lip. I mind-linked Kamryn, and he arrived with several warriors to carry our luggage downstairs. We said our goodbyes and I handed the reins of the pack to Mom Nashia and Kamryn. Thadieus had sent over royal guards and had promised

Xynathius’s POVI stared directly into her father’s eyes now. I wouldn't let him hurt her anymore and he seemed a bit taken aback by my attitude. Maybe he thought I was a jerk like him who enjoyed hurting his close ones. Indeed that was the impression I had given him at our previous meeting. “I apologise, Alpha Xynathius, it's just she caused irreparable damage to the pack’s reputation,” he faltered a bit and from my peripherals, I saw Kilran with a smug face. “The damage wasn't intentional though and we all made mistakes. It's time to let bygones be left in the past. If I can forgive her, so can you.” I pulled Karica into my arms and held her by the waist, showing her obstinate father that she meant the world to me now. He swiftly nodded at me before saying.“As you wish Alpha Xynathius.” But the look in his eyes betrayed him, it hadn't softened a bit for her. “Let's go inside now, have brunch and rest a bit. You people must be tired and hungry,” Kilran offered and gestured for u

Xynathius’s POVAfter discussing strategies and pack alliances with Alpha Wakins I informed him about the vampire attacks and instructed him to take needed measures as well. This was Karica’s old pack and Vildus could hurt her family to get his way. Alpha Wakins was a tad surprised but promised to tighten his security. I didn't tell him about Karica’s powers though. That was not my secret to reveal and I knew to not expect this man to be thrilled by any means. After our meeting ended, one of their warriors led me to the room I requested. Karica’s old room. Our luggage had already been placed there. She was still with her siblings and I wanted her to spend as much time as she wished with them. Walking inside was like being caught in the whirlwind of her old life. The life she peacefully lived before I barged into it. The heart of it was as beautiful as she was. I took it all in and revelled in the feeling it evoked. I observed how she was a Marvel fan. The posters of the Scarlet Wi

Xynathius’s POVOur trip was cut short because of the mate incident. Kilran was not comfortable with me and I had no plans of aggravating him. I knew my actions would have consequences but I would have never thought that Selia would turn out to be Kilran’s mate. Alpha males have a very distinct sense of smell and they can recognise even the faintest of scent belonging to their mates. I had no clue Selia had given a scarf to Karica. The fate surely had a way of fucking up our lives. We were all set to go. Karica’s heart was burdened and I knew she was only putting up a bold front. We stood near our car. Kaina had come to bid us farewell. “You are leaving so soon?” Kaina hugged her sister while wearing a small pout. “I will visit again when everything is a bit settled. You take care of yourself for the time being,” Karica embraced her back and brushed away her hair. Kaina nodded before turning towards me and reassuringly saying.“Don't worry about Kil, he will get over it once he