Her Forever (Book 4)- Chapter 25

Gwen’s POV

My breaths were quick as I slid my bare feet on the marbled floor and reached for the door of the bedroom. I was running so fast I lost my sandals somewhere between Hades’ portrait and the dancing witch sculpture around the corner. Poor Blaze was hanging on for dear life on my hair, growling at me for trying to run away from my little protector.

Pouncing into the bedroom, I untangled him from my hair and placed him on the bed. The chattering and hisses leave his lips were adorable, but I had more significant problems to worry about.

am, and I mean, really dream.

ll women?

her period,” one of the long-standing strippers spoke as she powdered her nose. “Do you think she’s been told about the birds and the bees?” Anna stood up and started to walk towards me. I had just finished a load of laundry that held all of their outfits, and my job was to hang them up, making sure the

knows what the act is but isn’t sure what all comes with it. Sh

if they wanted to not get beat, they would listen to my words.

the money and give it all to John.

en too scared to talk to you, worried you or I would get beaten again.” Anna’s eyes watered. “But I want you to know, if you have questions about things, things a mother would tell you, I am happy to help.” I nodded.

rugged my shoulders. I had seen some women carrying small tubes like products but never really asked. Thought it was for aftercare from having to

nch of evil people,” she whispered.

stood in fear as he walked in, holding the cane he used to beat me with. “Enjoy your talk?” he rasped. “Gwen won’t be able to experience any of that because she will be long dead before I let it happen. Now get out there

na was sold off to the highest bidder that night.

ar in my heart.

the toilet. Groaning, I put my face in my hands. “Go away!” I pleaded, but the knocks only gr

an help,” he said calmly.

? My chest hurts.”

e the door behind him.

y face with my hands and held my

embarrassed? We knew you were getting healthy, and this might happen. Come on, let me help.” I sniffed and l

e returned with some of his joggers and a fresh pair of black undies. Leaving the box he brought in on my lap, he kissed my forehead and left the room.

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t-screen TV that was loaded with tons of movie channels. I couldn’t understand how to work the remote. I let Ares take over most of the time, and we would watch the action and war movies; I didn’t mind it too much.

ood spatter on the camera lens was almost comical as Ares’ smile would creep up his cheeks.

e while we watched random shows. Hades asked what I would like to watch, and the only thing I could say was “something happy” or “someth

ould sleep, I thought of them as all-powerful beings, but it looks like everyone needs their rest. The way Vulcan would talk, Hades barely rested, and since I’ve been here, he has had the most sleep in a long time. I was happy that I could help him

arrassment from your soulmate would make you feel so much better?

but this time Hades had his hand under my shirt, and his hand was at the top of the joggers, palm down at the seam. They were loose and easy for him to get his hand into. All he did was lay the palm of his hand on my stomach, and I felt heat radiate from his palm. I instantly melted and let out a s

k of my head.

nd me.

channel. “Of all things, why would I have blue hair? It’s insulting!” I continued to laugh as I gripped his hand on my stomach.

owed his pearly whites and leaned in to kiss me, but there was a ring at the door.

tightly. “Don’t leave Blaze or Cerebrus, do you understand?” I nodded worriedly as I watched him stand from the couch and walk out the entryway. Turning back, “If Cerebrus tries to lead you somewhere, you go.”

s cut me off.

m to sate their inner beasts while I waited.

e hall to walk down, and I would be able to peer behind a giant statue of Aphrodite. It would be the perfect place not to be seen.

abbing my stomach from an

. Cerebrus sat in front of me, so if the angel-like creatures looked over, they would see him instead.

human but she’s mine!”

can stay in the Celestial Kingdom while we wait for trial.

Hades growled, and wisps of black smoke began

laze tried to help by pushing on my rear, but his small stature couldn’t do anything. Holding onto Cerebrus’ collar, he let out a large howl as he reached the far West end of the palace.

rebrus as he ran towards it. “Cerebrus!” I shouted, but he continued on, huffing while gripping the floor with his padded paws. In one

ighter as I saw dozens more of Blaze’s kind emerge from the forest. Cerebrus grunted in disgust but continued ripping the soil under his claws.

them all and in front of Cerebrus, who continued to chatter in his ear. In a language I didn’t know, they ran faster and in a slightly southwest position. The sun was still high in the sky as we ran, but it became darker as we went deeper into the forest. The

p at a large lake.

Sliding off of Cerebrus, I got a better look at my surroundings. Rocky cliffs were to the right of us; just as the lake meets the sand, it would be an excellent place to stay for the night. The trees were straight ou

back down to the size I was used to and mushed me along with one of his heads.

. Not once did I see another person, demon, or soul encounter us along the way. My heart started to ache to be away from Hades. It had only been this morning since I saw him, but my wo

to a god? Zeus wanted me to come to the Celestial Kingdom, so I doubt he would be the right choice. What about Selene? The mating god? Remembering her glorious statue in the garden with a wolf beneath her fingertips gave me a glimpse of hope.

take what I can get. Once we were settled, I could pray for guidance on what to do