Cayden’s eyes opened. He said, “Give me a minute and I’ll walk over with you.” I nodded and waited for him. He pointed to my bag surmising, “The outfit with the alterations is in there, isn't it?” I answered, “It is.”
We walked over hand in hand to the outdoor training facility. I had Cayden’s office to myself today. I waved to my family who were already here. Beagan waved a sign that either she or my mom made. I blew her a kiss. Tory and Gia screamed, “THAT’S OUR ALPHA!” I laughed at them both.
Aiylee popped down to me bouncing up and down. She clapped, “THIS IS SO EXCITING!” She popped us into Cayden’s office and charmed it so no one could hear us. She clapped, “FINALLY Corursula goes down! Bea is making sure no one else pops in or she’d be in here too cheering to that things demise.” Rain cackled, “She called Cora a thing. That’s hilarious.” It was very Aiylee.
I laughed, “That nickname is really catching on.” Aiylee smiled, “Aunt Haley just has a talent at designating nicknames.” I agreed, “She does.” I snapped myself into my outfit. Originally the outfit was a suede one piece, but I’d used my magic to make it two.
Now there was a bra top with silver around the edges. It had a faux fur short piece that covered my shoulders and tied around my neck. I’d take that off before the first fight. I’d made a silver cincher at my waist. Then the skirt matched the bra, with a silver suede belt. I had silver skin tight arm bands with suede heels. Because I could kick their asses in heels, and I’d prove it.
Plus, a heel kick to the face hurts pretty bad. One leg had a faux fur leg warmer. The other had a strap wrapped tightly around my leg. I had on spandex underneath. For my final touch I snapped my hair half up, half down with intricate braids.
Aiylee gaped, “HOLY HOTNESS! I mean hello Cassie’s boobs! Look at that six pack. DAMN COUSIN! The women and men will be drooling.” She started laughing then added, “Uncle Eric will lose his shit.” I pointed out, “You can barely see my six pack. It’s covered by the waist cinch.”
Aiylee snorted, “Uh huh. Look at those toned legs and that booty! GIRL, I need your booty routine. You and your mom. Just dang.” I laughed. I linked Tory, “Just a heads up, I changed the outfit.” She snorted, “I’m shocked. I didn’t have Beagan sneak around to get me a picture to warn Grandpa Caleb and Uncle Jim. Nope, not me.” I nearly laughed out loud.
Aiylee kept me company until a knock came on the door. She popped out after kissing the top of my head. Uncle Bjourn stepped in immediately raising his eyebrow after seeing me before he busted out laughing. He said, “Oh my god, you are so mother’s daughter.” I winked at him. He announced, “Your first fight is up.” I held up my hand for a high five and he gave me one. I said, “Let’s go.”
We walked out and I heard several people start talking about my outfit. Gia linked, “This is where you think I’d link you like OMG CASS! But I saw the picture Tory got. Your poor mom.” She’d be just fine.
Rain chuckled, “Everyone thinks we are hot.” I knew when Cayden saw me because his lust barreled into me so hard I almost staggered a step. Ashlyn winked at me right before I spotted my mate. Rain purred watching Cayden grip his seat so hard I was somewhat worried he’d break it.
I didn’t dare look at my family right now though. I shot Cayden a wink. He linked me, “Now I know you ARE trying to kill me. I’m fucking you so hard after this, Cass.” I replied, “Promise?” I watched as he gripped the chair harder. Rain gloated, “He is definitely going to break it.” He just might.
Uncle Bjourn announced my first fight. My mom popped him up to the bleachers immediately after. I easily took my first opponent down. It didn’t even last five minutes. I felt smugness in all my connections from my family and Cayden. Gia yelled, “THAT’S STILL MY ALPHA! LET’S FUCKING GOOOO!”
Alexander linked me, “Nice moves, Cass.” Rain purred under his praise. I worked my way through all the women who wanted what was mine. I didn’t use Rain or my Fairy powers to beat any of them either. I wanted them to know I could take them without them.
I put serious beat downs on Cora’s friends in my next several fights. I could hear Aiylee, Beagan, Tory, Gia, and my mom cheering me on. Followed by my Uncle Aiden and Aunt Lucinda. I was touched they’d come. I put my opponent down and noticed all my Fairy family had come. I gave them a slight smile as happiness burst inside me. My whole family truly was here to support me.
A little over an hour had passed before it was time for the final fight. Uncle Bjourn came back down to see me. He commented, “You’re making quick work of this today. Take a fifteen minute break.” I nodded and walked to Cayden’s office.
Cayden linked me, “If you didn’t need your energy…” I interrupted, “What would you do to me, My Commander?” Cayden answered, “I’d fuck you so hard on my desk you wouldn’t be able to walk.” I replied, “After this fight that’s what you’ll do then, right?” Cayden answered, “You bet your perfectly round ass.” We’d have to see if that was true because he might be upset after this fight. Rain pouted.
I grabbed some water as Alexander popped to me. He complimented, “You’re amazing out there. What’s your plan for Corursula?” I snorted, “How do you know mom’s nickname?” Alexander answered, “I heard her on the phone with Lexi. She cursed up a storm about it and the name came out about million times. Everyone near her would’ve heard it.”
I smiled, “I’m going to piss her off and make her admit what she really wants.” Alexander smiled broadly. He kissed my forehead and hugged me. He warned, “Cayden might be mad you didn’t tell him about everything.”
I winced, “I know he will be. It will be obvious she’s done other things he doesn't know about. I’ve been nicer to her than anyone here that’s mated would’ve been. Cora wanted this to happen. Now, I’m done being nice and she will finally see who she’s messing with.” Alexander nodded, “Alright. Go kick her ass, little sister.” I smiled, “I’m going to.” I tore the seam of my arm band on my right hand slightly so I could see my Melanie bracelet.
A knock sounded before my Uncle Bjourn opened it. I nodded to my brother who popped back to his seat. I told Rain, “Here we go.” She growled, “Kick her ass.” I took a deep breath then stepped back out into the gym. I went and grabbed my samurai swords.
The final fight of the day required weapons. I stepped into the ring smirking. Cora taunted, “You’re going down, Duchess.” I looked into her eyes asking, “Why would you want that? I’m your Commander’s mate after all. This is all in good fun, isn’t it?”
Cora sneered, “Cayden should be mine!” Gasps echoed throughout the crowd. I raised an eyebrow, “He’s not though, he’s mine.” Cora lunged and I blocked her sword easily. She screamed, “HE WAS ALWAYS SUPPOSED TO BE MINE AND YOU WOULDN’T TAKE ANY OF MY GODDAMN HINTS AND JUST LEAVE HIM ALONE! When I beat you, he’ll finally see that I was meant to be his. I’m meant to have his children! NOT YOU!” I heard several roars of anger from the wolves of my family.
A slight fire broke out before Ghiza and my guard put it out. Cayden’s fierce rage slammed into me so hard it felt like my own. My family felt that same anger, but not as fiercely as Cayden. I planned to use every last bit of their anger.
Cora gaped at me, and I could practically see her wondering why she’d said that. Tory snarled, “TAKE HER DOWN, CASS!” Gia snarled, “Let me down there to RIP HER HEAD OFF!” I heard her wolf coming out there at the end.
I smirked mocking my mate’s ex, “That’s why you don’t fuck with the Truth Seeker, Cora.” I looked down at my bracelet to see what underhanded thing she was going to try. It was silver and brown. Damn. She was going for iron and silver. I didn’t see that coming. I conjured both away from her.
Our swords clashed and I managed to cut her across the arm. She screamed in anger and lunged at me, reaching for a dagger. It must have had iron or silver on it. I conjured her a normal one. She glared at me, and I winked.
She screamed in rage as she lunged. I easily avoided her and cut her across the thigh. I wasn’t going for serious injuries because I wasn’t going to actually kill her. I did want her to remember not to cross me. Since there was no way in hell my mom or Alexander would heal her.
Aiylee screamed, “TAKE THAT CORURSULA!” I heard several people laugh. Someone whispered, “That’s a Princess Haley nickname if ever I’ve heard one.” Several people agreed. Beagan began chanting, “Cassie! Cassie! Cassie!” The crowd went with her. Cayden was now rip roaring angry. Rain purred, “I think we will get deliciously claimed before the inevitable fight.” Hopefully, she was right.
During the fight, I remembered Ashlyn had a request. I sheathed one of my swords, juked left, and rammed my fist into Cora’s face. She went down hard. Rain commented, “You knocked her unconscious.” Well damn. I guess that’s what happens when you channel all the rage you felt in your connections.
