"I don't care that you're my mate. I will never... and I repeat, I will never be yours, Hunter." she grits her teeth, making Hunter smirk.
"Is that a challenge? We'll just have to see about that, sweetheart," he says, fighting his wolf for dominance...
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Abbie's POV
(five years later)
I walked with Hunter by my side, slowly making my way toward the stairs. Hunter held our son Mateo's hand. Anthony walked next to Mateo, holding his other hand as they smiled from ear to ear.
Today was my baby girl Autumn's first birthday, and as the heir to Elena's throne after me, our pack, Elora, and Elena's kingdom would give her a grand party.
We had an enormous celebration the year Mateo was born, as he was next in line for Elora's pack as the first male alpha.
As for Anthony- we officially adopted him the same year Mateo was born. Though many were against the idea, being he's not blood-related to Hunter, he is still related to me, and going against the next queen was futile, so, after a small debate, all the elders in our pack decided on allowing him to take over as the next alpha of the Blood Moon Pack of the North.
He has three more years to go before he takes over, so Hunter has been training him daily. Sadly, he's not the tiny boy we once rescued. He's now a young man and so handsome. He reminds me so much of Hunter when he was that age.
I hate to say it, but time has passed so fast. I wish I could slow them down. I miss having them so small, but I know my babies must grow.
"Mommy, is sissy going to go to that big place like I did when I was a baby?" Mateo's tiny voice asked, making me smile at him.
He referred to the altar Elena would use to present our daughter in front of her kingdom. "Yes, baby. When she's ready, Autumn will be our next queen someday, so we will present her today because our baby Autumn will be given her special amulet today." I said proudly, looking at my sleeping daughter.
She wore a blush pink and gold gown fit for a princess and a crown of flowers. The Blood Moon Pack's crescent was engraved in a bracelet wrapped around her wrist, just like we had done for Mateo and Tony.
Mateo looks at me confused; though he's four, he's wise for his age, but there are things that even he thinks are outrageous, just like the lavished ceremony that Elena and mom, Elora, throw every year for his birthday.
"We present our next queen, Abigail Black, and heiress in line, Miss Autumn Marie Black, accompanied by the gentleman, Alpha Hunter Black, our young masters, Anthony and Mateo Black," an announcer says as we stand by the entrance to the grand ballroom.
The giant double doors in Parotilla wood open, giving us the perfect glance at the luxurious ballroom adorned with pink orchids, blush pink flowers, and pink roses adorning the room.
Big chandeliers hang in different areas, illuminating the ballroom and making the gold centerpieces and dinner sets shimmer.
We walk in proudly, heads held high as we pass them, until we make it to the front. Elena, King Arturo, and my mom, Elora, stand before us smilingly.
"Elena takes my baby girl, Autumn, and kisses her head. My little queen, it's an honor for us to celebrate your birthday today," she says as she holds her tightly in her hands.
"I give you Autumn Marie Black, our second in line to the throne," Elena says proudly as she holds my sleeping baby in her hands.
Everyone erupts in cheer, sending blessings to my little girl through our mind link, making Hunter and my babies smile.
Indeed, I am not sure how long it will be until she takes over the crown because, from what I've learned, I have to stay on the throne for at least a hundred years, but I'm not sure what will happen with her until then. What if she finds her mate, and he's also an alpha? She'll become their Luna, and then, what if they don't want her to leave?
So many thoughts are going through my head that it makes me anxious, and my wheels turn. "Relax, Abbie. There's a long time before any of that happens. Autumn is only a year old. It will be at least seventeen years before she can find her mate." Merida says, making me grunt inwardly.
"Love, are you okay?" Hunter whispers, leaning close to my ear. He makes me feel our spark as he delicately places his hand on the small of my back.
"Yeah, I'm fine," I say, smiling at him as I sigh.
"I'm just worried. Our little girl is one already. It seems we just brought her home from the hospital yesterday. I feel time is going by so fast." I say, making him sigh.
"Well, don't worry, we have plenty of time to make more babies if you miss having a new newborn at home," he whispers, making me blush. Hunter is not only a great leader of our pack, but he's an amazing dad and the perfect role model to our young teenagers, and if I'm being honest, he has only gotten better as my husband. He's so caring, so passionate, and cares for every detail.
I don't know what I'd do without him and my babies. If I were to go back to the day, I thought Armand sold me to those rogues, and you told me I'd stand here... with my aunt, Elena, my real mom, Elora, and I'd have a wonderful family with Hunter, I would probably never believe it.
Yet- I'm here, standing next to the man I love, with a family I love, surrounded by people I love. And I'd do anything for them, and I mean anything, to protect every single one of them with my life.
Oh, and if you're wondering what happened between my aunt Queen Elena and King Arturo, she finally gave him a chance after nearly twenty years of him pursuing her.
They have been dating for the last three months, and it is going really well. As for my mom, Elora, she met her second chance mate, Wesley Slate, Asher's uncle and Brandon's mentor.
At first, he had it tough; Elora did not make it easy for him. She tried rejecting him several times, but he refused to accept her rejection. Last year, she finally caved in after he saved her from being ambushed by a few evil witches trying to avenge Matisa.
As for Tara- she found her mate. He's a warrior in Elora's pack and really good to her. He knows of her trauma and has helped her overcome all of her obstacles.
Marisa also found a second-chance mate inside Queen Elena's kingdom. He's a nobleman who has helped enforce the economy. Humans would consider him a tycoon in business, just like many of Queen Elena's members are. What comforts me is knowing my best friend, Marisa, and her parents are in good hands now.
They've gone from suffering in the hands of Taylor, Santiago, and Matisa to living the life they deserve. And I- could not be happier, waiting for a new adventure next to the man I love.
"Elora will take the kids to her pack for the next three weeks since Anthony is now on summer break. You know what that means, right?" Hunter whispers, sending a shiver down my back.
"Mr. Black, what are you planning this time?" I whisper back, making him chuckle softly.
"I already booked a plane and a hotel stay in Maldives for the next two weeks. After that, we're headed to Mila's sister's pack in the orient. So I suggest you pack a few bathing suits, love because we will celebrate our fifth anniversary." he says, making me blush.
Hunter has surprised me every year with a lavish vacation to celebrate together. My mom, Jenny, Stephany, and Elora have taken turns babysitting our kiddos while we take off for an entire month.
He's made me so happy, and I can't wait to see what is next for us. "I can't wait, Mr. Black. Tonight, you're all mine."
"Baby, I've been yours. And I will always be only yours," he says, making me look at him. I cup his cheek and kiss his lips, filling our bodies with heavenly spark.
