Atlas's POVThe moment I stepped into the house, I instantly felt that something was wrong. My heart started beating faster as I walked deeper into the house.The entire house was quiet and that was unusual. I couldn't hear Batya’s excited voice as she explained something to Heyley as usual, I couldn't hear Heyley replying to Batya’s excited screams.And the fact that I couldn't feel Batya’s magic around like I used to before didn't make things better. It was like they suddenly disappeared.I could tell that no one was home.Did she go out with Batya? But she didn't tell me that she would be going out today. Did something happen?Taking my phone out of my pocket, I dailed Heyley’s number, but it was switched off.That's weird.I couldn't even think of Heyley leaving me and I didn't want to think of how possible that was.Heyley had cried all through the night and she was reluctant to come to work today too.She asked to stay home today and I agreed, hoping that she would feel better b
_Heyley’s POV_I dropped to a squat before Batya, rubbing her am with my hands. My heart was pounding in my chest as I stared at her.I had left Atlas house without letting him know and I turned my phone off. I knew he was going to call me but this was something I needed to do.When I come back I'd tell him the entire truth., hopefully he would take me back after knowing my secrets. This was something I needed to do unfortunately.Batya had asked me where we were going without Atlas but I didn't answer her question.She didn't even get to say good bye to him and it made me feel bad. What would she think of me after I tell her the truth? What would she think when I tell her that she wasn't my daughter and I had actually taken her from her real mother.“Do you remember the story of the princess I told you about? The one that was taken for her safety? And the two sisters who wanted to be princesses but they were raised by a witch?” I asked her and she nodded. She really loved the stor
Next chapter.Alisa looked pale as she stared at Batya. She looked at me in disbelief then looked at Batya once more, unable to speak.She couldn't believe that who she was staring at was Batya but the clear resemblance was enough proof.“Is that.." she stuttered in shock, taking a step toward us. Alisa looked at me in shock, then looked at Batya who was glaring fiercely at the guards.I hold Batya’s shoulders to calm her. " Remember what we talked about,” i whispered to her and zhe nodded her head softly. She grew sheepish as she looked at the guards.“I'm sorry. But don't come close to my mama,” Batya apologized while warning them.I wanted to smile at hoa protective she was over me, but I was too nervous to do that.I was yet to see Daciana and a part of me was still afraid. I only sent her the letter ahead of time to inform she and Arnou of my return. And I told her of the only reason I was returning and why I had taken Batya.I was hoping that she wouldn't imprison me because I t
Danica walked into the room, standing beside me.“How do you two know about Greta when we have been trying to keep it lowkey?” Yeran asked, he seemed suspicious of me and I couldn't blame him.I looked at him, and my answer came immediately.“That's not important. What is important right now is trying to restore Daciana back to her full health before Greta decides to attack again. If we are unable to do that, then it's of no use, the lycan territory wouldn't be able to stand a chance without that” I told them.“Even though Batya is my daughter, she also has another mother. Is it okay if Batya does the rituals?” Daciana said, her last question was directed at me and I was surprised that she wanted to ask me.Arnou looked angry that Daciana has asked me, ge still hated me for taking his daughter away and calling me her mother didn't sit well with him.He wanted to speak but he looked at Daciana then kept his mouth shut, his love for his wife wouldn't let him say anything to oppose her.
It's been three days since we got here. Danica had said that it was better we do the ritual and be done with it. Nobody knew when Greta would strike again and we could only prepare for when she would come.Batya had agreed to do the rituals with Daciana today and the necessary tools were prepared immediately.I was currently standing outside the ritual room, I peered into the room, watching Daciana performing the rituals.They were sitted around a blue flame that symbolizes Daciana's flame. Batya's hand was on Daciana's over the fire and they both made chants.I had no idea how they were going to do it, but I couldn't help but feel nervous.I didn't want anything to happen to Batya, after all I raised her for almost six years.Seeing that Batya and Daciana were bonding slowly, I couldn't help but feel happy too. If she fully bonded with Daciana who was her real mother, she wouldn't need me any more. I couldn't forget that I had been exiled to the human world. So immediately this was
We would have to go there now to help defend,” Daciana ordered. Arnou wanted to stop her because she wasn't done with th ritual. He suggested to go there without her while she completed the rituals but Daciana wasn't hearing any of it.“But-” Arnou started to say but he is cut off by Daciana's stern gaze.“I understand that you're worried about me. But I can assure you that nothing is going to happen. I have you with, so I'm certain I would be safe,” Daciana said, holding his hands tightly.“Are we going with Batya?”. I asked them and they both turned their attention to me.'i would hate to bring her into a battle field at such a Young age, but it seems like we have no choice,” Daciana said and I nodded my head slowly.Batya was much stronger than I was, so I wasn't worried about her getting hurt.Arnou sent a message to the Alphas closer to us, requesting for assistance. Greta was a general problem that everyone needed to handle.“Let's get going,” Arnou said and we all left.It took
All eyes turned to me just after he called my name. I looked away from the table, avoiding looking at him.Atlas clears his throat and goes back to what he was saying.Feeling Daciana's eyes on me, I turned my attention back to Atlas who kept looking back at me.I could see the hurt in his eyes whenever he looked at me but I chose to avert my gaze.His mate who was sitting beside him squinted her eyes at me.I watched her as she looked between Atlas and I, a million thoughts visibly running through her mind.It was obvious that she was curious about who I was, because Atlas clearly didn't tell her about me.PBut who would tell their mate that they got married in the human world?Danica turned her head to me, looking between Atlas and I.I prayed she wouldn't ask anything concerning me cause I wasn't ready to answer.“Isn't that your husband? He's a wolf? And he has a mate too?” Danica asked me surprised.I swallowed a lump in my throat, keeping my eyes forward.I felt Daciana eyes on
When I had said that I was his wife, an unfamiliarity look flashed in her eyes but it was gone the next second. She looked down at me mockingly.“What to do about that? I'm his mate,” there was a hint of pride in her words and I couldn't take it anymore.Shaking with anger, I pulled out the wedding ring I always carried with me from my pocket, picking up Atlas hand and dropping it on his palm “Here, this is for you!” I hissed. Without delaying for even a second, I turned on my heels storming away. “Heyley,” Atlas called my name but I ignored him, keeping my gaze straight as I walked I blink back tears, struggling to meet up with Daciana and the rest. Alisa turned to look at me and I kept my eyes down, walking slowly.“Are you alright? You don't seen fine and we all can notice that,” Alisa seemed cautious. It was obvious she hadn't yet forgiven me but she couldn't bring herself to ignore my red eyes.Swallowing a lump in throat, I forced a smile on my face as I replied to her.“I'