“Are you planning on staying here long?” She asks, prodding me gently.“Most likely. At least until this awful season is over with. I can’t leave the safety of the water without that disgusting dog trying to bite me.”“Do you know who he is? You should get the authorities involved.”“I met him at a party. One of those costume ones. I don’t know what he looks like.” I answer, almost honestly. The fact that Mike won’t show me his face, is by design. If I knew what he looked like, I could submit a request for a warrant with the Guardian Committee, which would spread to all associated groups, which would expose him and limit his public actions.“Interesting.” She says as she moves from my tail and starts on my back. “So how are you staying safe?”“Just staying in the ocean I guess.” I answer in an irritated tone, implying I’m annoyed by basically repeating my answer from before. She falls silent and finishes up.Once she gives the all clear, I sit up and smile. “Thank you.” I touch the w
Silas is giving me a look that is trying to determine if I’m insane, or a genius. “How did you know?”“He kissed Vanna,” I say, making a gagging sound. “Those two sexually make as much sense as incest. Plus, the sight of me couldn’t even make him wiggle. I know it sounds like I’m being conceded, but considering what we are, it shouldn’t be happening. Not until he’s fully mated to Iyla. Also, he mentioned he was nauseous, and my smell was triggering something in his head. I felt the need to test this theory.” I glance over to see Owen trying to form words with his mouth. “The hypnosis must be wearing off. You can’t break something that is basically instinctual. Believe me, that mate bond is sealed.”His face twists to something between rage and jealousy, taking me off guard. “So you shoving your breasts in his face, was to test this theory that you had more or less already confirmed?” Silas asks with a strong bitter tone.I give him a quizzical look. “Yes. Are you jealous or something?
“You’re my mate Isaac .” He roars, breaking from my water with a splitting wind attack, forcing me to cover my face to avoid being hurt by it. He’s back to flying as he hears shouting growing from inside the palace. His face turns red as he bares his teeth at me. “You can’t hide from me. I will always find you.” He yells as he flies away.I try to calm my heart when he’s out of sight. Okay, for one thing, that man is terrifying, and a lot stronger than I am. Second, I’m unexplainably attracted to him. Three, he’s stubborn as Wilson. I didn’t even think that was possible.“Isaac ,” I hear Murrow’s voice as he races into view. “After him!” Murrow yells, sending soldiers out on their balhams.I wave at him from the water. “Get back inside. I don’t know if he’s left yet.” Murrow ignores me and dives into the water. He swims out to me, and I’m well aware of various heads bobbing out of the surface. It makes sense. With the amount of water I influenced, it likely drew their attention. Not m
“Hybrids are creatures unique to this world. They are creatures of pure balance. An equal heritage of both species. Several combinations are known to exist in recent years, as crossbreeding as increased, but are extremely rare and the chances of birthing one is one in a million; but none are more rare than lycan and vampire combination. Lycan and vampire Hybrids are thought as the original and only Hybrid and are the only ones somewhat researched. This particular mix is a perfect combination of each races most toxic traits. They’re territorial, single minded, and easily the most lethal. Their strength surpasses any known species, as well as their speed. They have been documented to decimate cities in order to achieve their chosen goal. A lycan vampire Hybrid will suffer death in order to get what it desires most. There is nothing they crave more than power then a partner. “Hybrids are generally the same when it comes to mates. A Hybrid can have multiple true mates, but usually only t
“Admit you’re mine,” Mike yells at me, as I pull my neck away.“Never,” I snarl, pushing him off me when I get a solid kick. I look to my Goddess. “Goddess Kaelish of Linru, I swear to serve as your chosen warrior in this life and the next, never to break our bond, even in the end of times.”There is a warm smile in her eyes, but she grimaces as I take off, sprouting my wings. “I love your offer, but to accept I really need the other thing Isaac . It’s more for your safety than mine.”“That’s all I can offer,” I snap, narrowly dodging an attack from Mike . He missed my ankle.“Give it up Isaac ,” Mike calls, “You know as well as I do that you and I are fated to be mates.”I see Silas watching us in the moonlight, riding on Wilson’s back as she swiftly swims through the water. Leo is right behind him, swimming along. “You’re a murderer Mike . I could have even grown to like you if you weren’t such a monster. Go find another mate.”“I would love to, except they murdered her!” Mike sc
I scream internally as I try to move, unable to even try. Why is this even happening? I look over to my birthmark, which is now golden with swirls of seafoam green, and give myself a weak smile. Kaelish wasn’t kidding when she said she accepted the deal. My breath catches. Wait a minute, what deal did she just accept? Silas is so dead. If I don’t kill him, Mike will, and I better get the first hit.My eyes dart around as I sit up, finally pain free. Now there is someone that I have to kill, and it’s not Mike for once. I start to swim upwards towards the surface. Once my head breaks the water Kaelish is all giggles. “Look who finally woke up.”I shoot her a dirty look as she dangles her legs over the ledge. “You’re lucky you’re dead.”“And you’re lucky you’re blessed.” She says, giving me a wink.“Why is my relationship status a contingency to your blessing?” I demand from her.“The bites you have received are why.” She says, motioning to my new one on my breast.“Why would you pair
My stomach quivers as it suddenly drops to my feet. “Let’s just focus on you today.”“I’d rather keep my attention towards you.” He turns towards me, earning me nothing but daggered stares.I raise my eyebrow. “What do you mean by that?”He brushes the hair behind my ear, causing my heart to race. I hate that he can make me feel like this when I’m angry. “You’re very beautiful tonight Isaac . I’d like to get to know you better.”Surprise hits hard. I don’t think I’ve ever had a man say that to me after we’ve already hooked up. How pathetic is my dating life? “I’d like that.”I hear glasses clinking, drawing our attention. “Ladies and gentlemen, I want to welcome you to our Botanic Garden Ball.” Alier says, breaking the crowds attention, present on his ever prominent spot in the center of the stairs.“I wanted to take this opportunity to introduce to you, The Chosens’. Alier of Viliesia. Sarian of Valrose.” Sarian walks up the stairs with his wings wide and his hair slicked. He shoots
“Come along Isaac ,” Ellian sings as she pulls me along to meet with my parents and some of the councilors that advise Sarian and her. I whine in my head as I place another fake smile on, more than anything wanting to just disappear.They both smile as they sit at the table, while I remain standing and lean against a curtained pillar. If I sit, I’m going to fall asleep. That would be more offensive than just ignoring them. Since it’s their council, I get to zone out for just a little, though I’m aware of Murrow watching me. The father twins just love to take turns mothering me. My mother is refusing to look at me, but I can tell it’s because she’s scared. Every so often I catch her staring at my bite marks with sheer terror in her eyes. She’s scared for me, and she’s never been good at expressing her emotions outside of her own wants.The second Murrow looks away from me I feel my wrist get snagged. I get pulled behind the curtain and my mouth immediately covered. “Don’t scream,” He w