The Blood Moon Twins – Chapter 69

LUNA ADIRA

“What the hell is wrong with you? Coming into my house and attacking my daughter and our guest? Do I have to remind you that this is my home?” I yelled. This was supposed to be a rational conversation, but I had never been more furious with the Council of Magic my entire life. A part of me had always known they were shady, and now I regretted not cutting them out much sooner.

“What is wrong with you? Do you realize that that vampire may be the Son of Blood and Magic? If he is, then everything we have done is for nothing,” Winslow returned.

way from Winslow as possible. I was sure he was struggling with not killing the bastard right away for putting Remy in harm’s way. He shook his head slightly to let me know I shouldn’t

le the guests in my pack is none of your business. For the record, Blade is providing us with valuable information on how to take down the vampire you were suppo

me dealing with them. If you would just take over-”

done with Winslow and the rest of the council. They acted like they were better than werewolves, because they had magic and they were made up of a bunch of old people, but

lt the shift in the magic world and had a feeling you gave Remy her powers back. I came here, hoping it wasn’t true, but sure enough, the girl has her powers back. It’s only a matter of time that foolish girl triggers the prophecy

able, and because of that you are afraid of her. Instead of trying to help her, you convinced us to lie to her for ‘her own good.’ Well, not anymore.”

n at Mark with a sneer. “Be careful how you treat me, or you’re going to regret it.”

l, and I didn’t blame him. I was one step behind him.

and never come back here,” I said, approaching

w, who started to fall, but he used his magic to steady himself.

ere to do,” he said.

at?” I asked. I didn’t care if he complete

o train him,” Winslow said simply.

hand and sent an energy wave at Mark, sending him flying back.

He seemed determined to get what he wanted, and I feared he had something up his sleeve.

.

even now, before he has come of age and come into his full powers. As you know, we are struggling with keeping the dark creature contained, but with Caulder’s help, we might be

kept my voice firm. I wanted to sever my bonds with the Council of Magic. I wasn’t about to let them take my son away.

a sorcerer, which means he is obligated to answer the calls of the Council of Magic,” Winslow said simply. “So are you, Adira. You’ve already broken a command once. Think of this as your way of making it up to

tect this world, including taking your child.”

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REMY

. I winced as he touched the liquid to the wound.

oking up at me. He was kneeling down, so my foot was at eye level with hi

alked much yet. He carried me to the bathroom against my protests, because he wanted to make sure the cut was properly taken care of.

Blade dabbed the cut one more time, moving quickly to minimize the stinging. Then he cleaned my foot off and started putting a bandaid on it. “Of cour

cially given each other the title of boyfriend and girlfriend, but it just slipped out when Winslow w

air behind my ear. “Yeah, uh, I, uh, hope that’s okay.”

. He stood up and settled himself between my legs. “It’s okay, as long as I can call you my girlfriend.”

mouth. “I’d like that.”

o you this past week.”

other hand and kissed the back of it. It was such a simple gesture, but it sent tingles down my spine. “I wish I could say it was okay, but it was hard on me. I was scared of losing you. I know you were st

n apology wasn’t enough, but I didn’t know what I could do to make it better.

my palm over and kissed it. Then he kissed my wrist. I was mesmerized by e

same kissing pattern.

rophecy, but I suddenly felt paralyzed. What if I can’t figure out how to break this curse? What if I fall madly in love with you only to lose you in the end? I felt like I couldn’t breathe at the thought, so I hid away from you. It wasn’t fair. I know that. I’m so sorry.”

e. “I know how you feel. I’m terrified that the first good thing in this life is going to be ripped away from me. I thought leaving would be easier, but I’m positive it wouldn’t be, because

utcome ends up being, we make the most of our time together now. We fight together, win or lose.”

upped my cheeks. “I promise I will be here with you no matter what ends up happening. I promise I won’t give up, even with my last breath. I love you, Rem

ted, making my heart beat like crazy. I knew I loved him, but I had never said it out loud before. It felt good to

ith a kiss.