EKA: Tale of a Wounded Heart

Niro

Niro was not the kind of place Ivory expected. It was not dark or ancient. The rogues were understandably weary of him. Dantero had his arm firmly around him which meant he was letting his wolves know that he is the King's mate and that he trusts him.

Ivory looked at the palace in Niro. It was moderate size and he felt at home. Dantero sniffed.

"My mother and brothers are here," said Dantero.

He also knew that Dantero's mom was not a rogue but the brothers were. Three people came out. Dantero's mom was looking at them in shock and the brothers also looked equally shocked.

"Dan, is this? " she asked.

"Yes, my mate mom," said Dantero.

"But he is not a rog- " the shorter one of the brothers said.

"Way to make our brother in law feel comfortable," said the other guy and the younger one looked sheepish.

Mom was beaming as she hugged Ivory.

"Let's not talk here at the doors, come on," said Mom and led them inside.

"This is my mother, Dylina Malvan, my brothers Darius Malvan and Danis Malvan," said Dantero.

They looked expectantly at Dantero for further introduction.

"This is Ivory De Russe Alwar - eh Malvan now, I guess. He is the fifth born of the Kings of Manowar," said Dantero.

All were in shock as they looked at Ivory who was holding tight to Dantero's hand firmly worrying his lips as he looked at the family, not sure if he would be welcome.

"A prince from Manowar? Way to go brother," smirked Darius.

"He is pretty," said Danis.

"And he is here. You can always tell him directly," quipped Ivory, a bit nervous.

"I like you. Brother, welcome to the family," said Darius.

Danis just blushed but both took turns hugging Ivory.

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Danis smiled as he showed Ivory around the palace.

"Liking the place ?" asked Danis.

"Feels like home Dani," said Ivory ruffling Danis' hair.

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Dantero looked at Ivory who was looking through the window of their room.

"Do you like what you see?" asked Dantero.

Ivory smiled at him.

"If it's the view through the window? Yes, it is awesome. I bet Baba and Papa will love it. They are suckers for aesthetic places. And if it's the view inside, I approve," smirked Ivory and Dantero went closer. Ivory flushed as he backed himself against a wall. Dantero smirked as he placed his hand around Ivory's hip.

Ivory's lips trembled with want and Dantero gave in and kissed him. Ivory groaned as he kissed back and let his mate take him in.

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Samuel smiled as he carried around a crying Maxim. His son liked to cry when he was not being carried around. Samuel held his child close to his heart. This was something he never thought he will have. He looked at Carles who was tired but was looking at them fondly.

"You know I love you right?" asked Samuel.

Carles smiled and nodded.

"I know. And I love you too Alpha Samuel," said Carles.

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Magnus kissed his way up from Jana's neck. They both enjoyed this after play.

Jana blushed as he groans and throws his head back gripping Magnus' hair tighter.

"I love you," mumbled Magnus in his ears and Jana looked at him and smiled " I love you to Alpha Magnus," said Jana.

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Isco was crying. He wouldn't sleep. It was their last day in the Mantini Manor and the next morning they will be leaving for  Manowar. Kanwar was busy with the security arrangements.

"Baba," blubbered Isco as he whined.

"He will be here soon, I promise," said Eka and thankfully Kanwar returned soon.

"Baba," squealed Isco before climbing down and toddling over to Kanwar who smiled as he took his son up. Eka sighed. Kanwar came over to him and hugged him and kissed him on the forehead.

"I see both of you have exhausted yourself, let us get some food and then sleep?" asked Kanwar.

Isco nodded, his hand now tight around Eka's shirt, head rested on Kanwar's shoulder. Eka nodded and the mini unit of three went for the dining room.

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Ivory smiled as he saw Dantero go through some plans for a fortress. He sat down next to him on the bed.

"You have to visit the Blue Magnolia pack in the morning. Dari and Dani have already gone off to sleep," said Ivory leaning onto his shoulder.

"Hm? Yeah, " said Dantero and almost yawned.

Ivory rolled his eyes as he moved the files to the side table and pulled Dantero on top of him. Dantero raised an eyebrow but settled on the side and pulled Ivory into his arms. As was usual these days, Ivory settled against his shoulder and placed his arm around him.

Dantero stirred and he felt Ivy deep asleep in his arms and the commotion outside the palace was evident and that made his mate stir.

"Is it- I think I heard-" Ivory broke off and jumped out of the bed. Dantero followed.

Ivy threw a shirt at Dantero before his rushed down. As Dantero reached down, Darius and Ivory were arguing.

"No with all deep respect your highness, you can't go. No matter how safe they are, it's still a country of rogues and all doesn't trust you," said Darius.

"Or is it you who don't trust me Darius?" asked Ivory.

"Are you an idiot Ivy. Of course I do trust you. But brother you can't go in. You will also distract Dantero," said Darius.

Dantero walked out. He placed a hand around Ivory who looked at him.

"He is right. Stay and take care of mom and Dani for us," said Dantero and turned to leave. Ivory grabbed his hand to stop him from leaving and dropped a kiss on Dantero's cheek.

"Good luck," he said. Dantero nodded and rushed into the woods.

Dylina looked fondly at Ivory. Ivory ruffled a worried Dani's hair and held him closer.

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Two rogue Alpha's were brought injured. That was when Ivory realised that they don't have healers.

"Why do we not have healers mom?" asked Ivory.

Dylina shook her head sadly.

"Who would want to treat rogues?" she said.

"You mean to say we don't have any Healer here? But they will die!" exclaimed Ivory looking at the crying mates of the two men.

"Happens here all the time," said Dani.

"But how is that possible?" asked Ivory.

"We are sure a Prince who lived with such luxuries will not necessarily see or understand how rogues like us live," sneered a older rogue wolf.

Ivory looked at the crowd. He did not have time to make these people believe him. But he did not fail to notice the looks of mistrust he could see.

Dantero : Alexander Dreymon