The lines of destiny

ty and Maximilian had just returned, the triplets still in shock from recent ev

"We have important news. My children were kidnapped by

ding one of her sons' hands tightly, gave Maximilian a

ition as Alpha a secret for a long time, but it's time for everyone t

Eyes turned to Felicity, searching for answers. She felt the

I have reason to believe that Jared is a threat to all of us. We must put our difference

val of an elegant woman, with midnight black hair and piercing eyes. She s

authoritative voice, "I see you cam

"Eleanor," he said, his voice strained. "This is Felicity and

over her. "Arranged mate?" Really, Maximilian?

veryone. But as the Alpha's mate, it is my duty to ensure our pack rema

is situation is not simple, Eleanor. Felicity and the children are in da

ive. "And you think this fragile alliance is the solution?

reluctance, Eleanor, but know that my children and I are here

imilian broke the silence. "We need to put our differences aside, at least

ow that I only accept this for the good of the pack.

ve of the effort. " THANKS. L

tched Eleanor's every move, looking for the slightest flaw or betrayal. Maximilian, for his part, wa

d, pointing to a map of the area. "Jared knows this forest as

einforce the guard. We will also need to organize

to participate. I know Jared better than any

how do we know you won't just run

es. "Because my children are here, and I

We need all the help we can get. Felicity, your knowledge of Jared will be

esence of their parents, were kept safe in a nearby cabin, watched by members of the pack. F

y and Maximilian found themselves alone for a moment. The silence of t

aze lost in the flames of the campfire. "I don't

been stronger together, despite everything that has happene

easing. But as they finally relaxed, the sound of footsteps caught

the scouts has just returned. Jared mobilize

d a worried look. "How much time

Eleanor replied. "We mus

rpening weapons, and taking up positions. Felicity, Maximilian and Eleanor coordinated the e

ity felt a hand placed gently on her shoulder. She turn

d, his voice full of convictio

ng Maximilian's hand in

a common goal. The coming battle would test their strength, their resilience and their determinatio