Page 146 of Her Cold-Hearted Alpha: Part 2

We broke apart and he flipped open the box, to reveal a gorgeous, sparkly diamond ring as we sat up slowly.

"I know it’s not the most ideal… but you can wear it around your neck if you want…"

"I love it…" I said softly, and I truly did. Many werewolves got married, but most didn’t exchange rings as we would destroy it when we shifted, but I loved it… My heart was roaring as he slipped it onto my finger, glittering beautifully under those fairy lights. "Thank you…"

He looked into my eyes, smiling softly, and I felt my emotions surfacing once more, but this time those tears were a mix of happiness and sadness.

"Tomorrow morning… we’re going to feel better, once all this shits over." He said softly, brushing his nose against my cheek.

I nodded, I believed that. I would believe that no matter what.

A distant howl was heard, and we looked up sharply, my heart racing. The signal…

She was here.

Endora had arrived.

118. To Protect

ALEJANDRO

I kissed Kiara fleetingly before we rushed back to our positions. Calming myself for those who were looking to me for strength. I couldn’t afford to feel anything but blood-thirst and confidence. How was it that it had all changed when she came into my life? I knew I'd be happy as long as she lived... but I also knew she needed more than just herself to live...Her parents, her brother, me...

For Kiara, we had to win this.

I unleashed my power, opening my link so that I could connect to all Alphas. Alphas, who would then relay it to their packs. I closed my eyes, taking a deep breath as I focused, reaching far out into the woods that surrounded us. Honing in on the smallest animal or sound, getting past the hundreds of heartbeats of my wolves.

We were spread out, disguised and hidden, then there were backup wolves far away in case we needed it. There it was, the silent movement of something dark, I couldn’t hear any heartbeats or footsteps and my lips curled in disgust. Magic.

‘Those in the northeast… fire blindly in one go. She’s there…’ I linked the Alpha and my pack members who were holding that position.

I wasn’t sure if she’d have a deflecting spell, but we would give it our all.

Silence followed before I heard the sharp wind whip through the trees and the shouts. They had obviously done some damage. I clenched my jaw, feeling one… four... Five men lose their lives. They were the first line of defence…

I was the second.

"We fight for the win, for our loved ones, our packs and to fucking destroy that bitch here and now! Move!" I ran ahead, a blur as many shifted.

Bloodthirsty growls filled the air and a purple glow encircled us. I cast a glance behind me at Kiara, who was running just a few feet behind me. With Elijah, Liam and Rafael flanking us.

I signalled everyone to stop when I saw it, the darkness that blanketed the forest, pushing against my own aura. Her cold, undisguised, sinister laugh filled the air.

"Foolish… To think that wolves can defeat me… It's good to see you again, son."

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KIARA

My heart was thudding as I saw the glowing magic blanket the area. My eyes blazed and I let my own aura out, I was not going to let her work whatever magic she was trying to. Grandma Amelia had given me some strange tips, but unquestioningly I was willing to listen to them. Our conversation echoed in my mind.

‘My only worry is that my power depletes fast… Now don’t be stupid, like your useless father! I like to think you’re your mother’s daughter! Draw your power from your source… What source?... Selene’s of course…’

The Moon.

I didn’t know if it would work, but I intended to find out. The moon was high up in the sky, even if it was the night where witches were at their strongest, the moon was still dazzling brightly.

I heard Endora hiss in annoyance as she turned her gaze to me, her magic pushing against mine.

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