Chapter 188 – Her True Alpha and True Love Novel Read Online

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“Anytime, Baby.” Mason said before he pecked my lips. Derek had wrapped a towel dangerously low on his hip before he tossed Mason a towel. I stepped out of the shower, and Derek wrapped his arms around me, pulling him into his chest.

“So sexy, Babygirl.” Derek mumbled into my neck.

“How the hell did I get lucky enough to get two god-like mates?” I asked them, rolling my bottom lip between my teeth.

“Keep doing that, and you will get no sleep.” Derek said, meeting my gaze.

“Maybe I’d rather have you.” I told him seductively, nipping at his lips. I could feel how much they both wanted me through the bond. It was bleeding into my emotions, turning me into a hot mess.

Before we could start playing again, I heard James let out a cry.

“I’ll get him.” Mason said before he rushed into the bedroom.

“Feeling better?” I asked Derek. He was leaning his forehand against mine. We both didn’t want to let go of each other, but I knew I needed to go feed our son.

“So much better, Babygirl,” Derek said before kissing me. The kiss was gentle, different from just a moment ago. He was pouring his love into this kiss, not his lust for my body. My body melted into his before he pulled away and kissed my forehead.

“We should get James back to sleep so we can get some sleep.” He mumbled against my forehead. I was feeling exhausted coming down from the high I had just experienced. He led me into our room. Mason was sitting with James in his arms on the edge of our bed.

“Little man is hungry.” Mason said, looking at me. I dried myself off and threw Derek’s shirt back on before I sat down on the chair Mason moved in here earlier. Mason stood up and handed me James before he went to lie down beside Derek.

“I changed him, so he just needs to eat and then he’ll be ready for bed.” Mason told me, and I thanked him. James latched as soon as he found my nipple. He drank his full and then he was sleeping again.

I moved him back to his bassinet and moved in beside Derek. Mason was his big spoon, and it was the cutest thing seeing them together. I snuggled into Derek’s chest as he wrapped his arm around me. It didn’t take long before I was in a blissful sleep.

Well, it was until I opened my eyes.

Ashlyn

I opened my eyes to find myself standing in the forest, wearing only Derek’s shirt. It was definitely chilly in the early spring and it didn’t help that it was pitch black, with only the crescent moon for light. I didn’t have Tundra with me, so it was like I was just a human with magic.

Walking through the snow-covered forest, barefoot, trying to figure out why I would be there. I knew I must have dreamwalked. But why here?

Walking along, I finally noticed something I recognized. It was hard to notice since there was very little light and I didn’t have Tundra’s eyesight. Something moved behind the vine-covered cave, and I hid behind a tree.

I knew this area. This is where I would go to train with Brad in Wolf form. We would camp in the cave over the weekend. We would go fishing and live off the land, but we were close enough to the pack and inside the pack lands to be safe.

I peaked my head around the tree to see if I could make out who or what was in the cave. The movement inside stopped, and a figure poked his head out, taking a deep breath. I couldn’t make out his face since a tree was blocking the moonlight, causing a shadow over his face.

I had no way of knowing if this person was friend or foe. So I just stood there watching, hoping they wouldn’t notice me, but by the way they were smelling the air, I knew they must be a wolf.

We are inside Blue Moon, and Ian would have felt it if someone entered. So maybe this was just a warrior out camping. I really didn’t want to find out, but I was here for a reason.

“Buttercup?” A voice I thought I’d never hear again called out into the night.

“Brad.” I whispered. This must be a dream. He died. Grace killed him.

“It’s okay, Buttercup. I can smell you. But what are you doing out here and at this hour?” He called out to me.

I moved out from behind the tree and closer to where I heard Brad. The figure walked out into the moonlight and I let out a gasp, covering my mouth with my hands.

“Buttercup, why are you dressed in only a shirt? You must be freezing,” he exclaimed, pulling off his jacket. He wrapped it around me. I felt like I was staring at a ghost.

“How?” I breathed out as he led me into the cave to his makeshift home.

“I know you are in shock, and I will explain, but what are you doing out here?” He asked me, helping me sit down on what I assumed was his bed.

“I dreamwalked here. I’m not sure why or even how. It’s a witch thing.” He nodded when I told him. Staring at his face, I reached out to touch his cheek with my hand. He was real.

“How are you here? Grace told me she killed you?” I asked him. My voice cracked and tears flooded my eyes.

“She did. I’m not sure what happened, but before I died, I went to a place of darkness. I spoke with the moon goddess. She told me you would never let me die and that you would sacrifice some of your goddess’ given powers in exchange if she was to spar my life.” He explained. And I wondered what power she took back. Not that it mattered. I would give up all my powers just to have Brad back.

“But why didn’t you go back to the pack house? Why are you out here and why doesn’t Ian know you are alive?” I rushed out all my questions at once.

“Dying broke all my connections with the pack and the mate bond with Grace. I didn’t know where she had run off to, so I hid until I knew it was safe. I knew you would know where to look.” He nudged my shoulder.

“I was planning on coming here tomorrow to help them look for your body. Never in my wildest dreams did I think I would find you alive. I’m so glad that you aren’t dead.” I cried, wrapping my arms around his neck.

“I’m glad you are safe, Buttercup.” He said, holding me tight.

“They killed Donny.” I sobbed.

“I know, Buttercup. I was there. He refused to give them information about you. He was protecting you.” Brad said, and my stomach knotted with guilt.

“He should have told them,” I cried.

“They would have killed us both, anyway. At least we didn’t die in vain.” He told me.

“Please, you can go back to the pack now. Grace is gone. If you don’t want to stay here, you can come to Silver Moon. I found Eric. You could join the army if you want or you can just stay with me.” I told him through my sniffles as I let him go.

“I’m not sure what I want to do. My life has been turned upside down and I just feel lost.” He confessed.

“I know, but we are family. And I’m here for you. Right now, you are a rogue. Just join a pack and wherever you want to go is on me. I just need you to be safe. For me and for your nephew.”, I told him and he looked at me in shock.

“You’re pregnant?” He stuttered out. And I shook my head.

“James was born a few days ago. It’s a long story why my pregnancy was so short, but he’s healthy and happy.” I answered him.

“That’s wonderful, Buttercup. Now, I have a mini Buttercup.” He laughed, but I could see the pain in his eyes.

“Brad, whenever you are ready, I can form a mate bond for you with anyone who doesn’t have one already. I paired Brandon and Sage. There is no rush and I’m just letting you know. I know that this must be hard and I’m so sorry.” I breathed out.

“I know you are, Buttercup, and thank you. I think I might travel.” He said, wrapping an arm around my shoulders.

“That sounds like a wonderful plan. And I can send Eric with you. Both of you need a break and a new adventure,” I told him.

“That sounds like a great idea,” Brad said. We sat there beside the fire he had going, in silence, just watching the flames. I was so thankful to have Brad back. I wish I could have saved Donny, but I’ll make sure I honour him in someway.

“I’ll be back tomorrow to pick you up.” I told Brad.

“Where are you going?” He asked me, confused.

“I think I’m needed at home. I feel this pull in the pit of my stomach.” He nodded after I told him.

“And how do you get home?” He asked me and I shrugged.

“I don’t know,” I told him. I closed my eyes and thought of home, thought about being in bed, snuggled into Derek’s chest.

When I opened my eyes again, I was lying in bed, having felt a rushing sensation. James was fussing while my mates were still asleep. I must have felt James.

I got out of bed and turned on the lamp. I walked over to James’ bassinet to find him looking up at me.

“Hey, baby boy. What’s wrong, sweetheart?” I cooed, picking him up and cradling him in my arms. Before I went over to the chair to feed him, I grabbed my phone.

After, I was comfy, and James was nursing. I unlocked my phone and called Ian. Needing to speak with him, even though I knew it was late, but I thought I’d take a chance.

“Ashlyn?” He groaned into the phone.

“Ian. I’m sorry I woke you.” I whispered.

“Ashlyn, what’s wrong? Why are you whispering?” He asked me, more alert.

“Everyone is just sleeping, but I needed to speak with you. I found Brad.” I told him.

“Brad’s body?” He asked.

“No, Brad is alive, and I know where he is.” I whispered.

“Wait, what?” Ian asked, confused. I could hear a woman’s voice in the background.

“Ian, I’m sorry. I didn’t mean to disturb you,” I told him, and he sighed.

“Ashlyn.” He started, but I interrupted him.

“Ian, you don’t have to explain. I just wanted to tell you about Brad and that he is alive. I’ll be there early to get him. He wants to come back to Silver Moon with me,” I said. Before he could say anything else, I said goodbye and hung up the phone.

James had unlatched and was looking up at me.

“Don’t judge me. I know he’s allowed to be with other women and he’s not mine, but that doesn’t mean I want to hear that.” I whispered.

I changed James’ diaper and nursed him again. When he still wasn’t asleep, I walked around the apartment with him snuggled into my chest. I was telling him all about his Uncle Brad. And how he was going to have some many adventures with him.

Finally, he fell asleep. I placed him in bed and grabbed my phone to see a text from Ian.

“I know.” Was all he sent, and I knew we were feeling the same emotions. But I had moved on and I was happy for him, if he was happy.

I placed my phone on the nightstand and crawled back in beside Derek. He and Mason were still spooning, and I would have watched them if I wasn’t so tired. But instead of falling asleep, I was making lists in my head of everything I needed to get done.

My anxiety wouldn’t let me sleep, so I got up and grabbed my phone before moving into the living room. I grabbed some water before I sat down on the couch. I texted Sage. To my surprise, she texted back before I even took a sip of my water.

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