The Hunted Wolf – Chapter 80

ADIRA

I sat on the porch in the spring air, listening to the sound of the children playing in the front yard. My hand gently rested on my rounded belly as I felt the twins kicking. They were growing more active every day, and I knew they were happy and healthy. I closed my eyes and took in the sounds surrounding me.

Ever since Pack Sallow was dissolved and became a part of Pack Aphelion, the pack house has been constantly filled with people and laughter. It made it feel like a home, and it was amazing to see everyone reunite with each other. It made it clear to me that combining the packs was the right thing to do all along. The packs were never meant to split up in the first place.

urn, at least not in a permanent manner. Perhaps he would be back to visit and check up on things, but there was too much pain and history for him to return. The future was unknown though, and I refused to write him off completely.

the majority of his warriors. The threat of the council was still looming over us, but if they ever decided to attack or threaten me, I was ready. Reyland said he would meet us on the battlefield if it ever came down to that.

u are looking well.”

man appeared in front of me, and I could feel his m

s moved down to my belly. He took a seat on the chair across from me.

at, at least not at this point.

he was a threat, I didn’t want to be left alone in this condition. Plus, I wanted to make sure the pack was put on alert, just in case I was wrong.

o are yo

told me he had seen more than his fair share in this world.

ling with.

the elders on the Council of Magic.”

e the council had tried to make contact with me directly. I k

Xavier, the Son of Blood and Magic, instead of giving into his ways. We know you just seem to care about living this small life with the werewolves. We also know you are Cain Caspian’s daughter. He pulled a fast one on us with that little secret of his.”

med amused at the thought. “I didn’t think Cain had the guts to lie to us of all people. That man has guts. You wouldn’t happen to know where he is, would you?”

est of the fight against Xavier, Freya and Cain slipped away again without so much as a thank you for saving their lives. I hadn’t heard from either of them since. I hadn’t been surprised by their actions, and I didn’t waste any time looking for them. I didn’t need them in my life.

.”

a threat, then why bother me?”

. “You like to

uninvited, I’m not looking for a tea party.” I looked at him closely, trying to read his behavior. He seemed to be light hearted, but I knew there was more to him than that.

er wanted you dead. The council did.”

” I sat up straight, pushing on the armrests on the chair to keep me balanced.

ething that the council themselves were never able to accomplish. You have so much potential, and we don’t want it to go wasted. I am here on official business on behalf of the Council of Magic. We would like to invite you to be a member of the council.”

e on the council. “Is this some type of trick?”

u this is no joke. This is your formal invitation.”

could feel the intention of the magic user who created this card. I could feel that what Winslow was saying was true.

of the council of magic?” I couldn’t process the idea. It had taken m

e new was invited to join the council.”

nslow’s height. He towered over me, but I still felt better standing.

at tightly. Take care of those babies. I have a feeling I will see you in the future.”

should throw it out. I had no need for it, since I knew I would never leave my family to join the council, but something told me Winslow was right. It was better to hold onto it than let it g

I looked up, fe

nd moved to my belly to feel the babies.

ay.”

around. “Where is the sorcerer? Do I need to send patr

hink the council is going to be an issue anymore, either.”

hundred percent, but I have a pretty good feeling about it.” I wrapped my arms around his waist and

ou out of my head.”

are finally going to get our happily ever after.”

ket and pulled something out. “I’ve been waiting to do this for a while now, but it never felt like quite the right time, but you’re right. It’s time we got our happily ever after.”

h. I had been content just being mated to Mark, so I didn’t even think about officially getting married.

able to get that back, but you make me feel safe and loved. I’m a better man because of you. Will you marry me?”

k.”

felt absolutely perfect, and I was excited for the next stage of my life with Mark, the man who showed me I could truly be wanted by the right people.

The End.