Chapter 118 – Oh For Mates Sake Novel Free Read

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Pure fury blinded me as I screamed out in pain and power. His wolf flew into a tree as the black wisps of energy encircled him. A thundering boom cracked in the air around us as the earth shook under my feet. Pink and black energy wisps frenzied out of me, wrapping around Scott’s wolf.

I watched in perverse delight as his body writhed in agony, his fur peeling off like molten wax. He screamed in pain, a deafening soundtrack to the macabre show. The fur that remained on his body was now drenched in his own blood, charred, and blackened by the energy wisps.

“You killed him…” I heard myself say in a voice I didn’t recognize. “You killed my brother! You killed your own son!” I shrieked, my body trembling with fury and anguish. His eyes met mine and in them I saw an eternity of sorrow and regret. Yet, it was as if these emotions bounced off of me. I didn’t care. Regret? How dare he have regret.

I didn’t mean to kill him… Scott’s voice reached my mind as my body shook with the exploding anger inside.

“You didn’t mean to kill him? You didn’t mean to kill your only son?” My voice was a hoarse shout that reverberated my anger and grief.

I didn’t mean to kill him. It was supposed to be you! It was always supposed to be you who died! He growled in my mind. His eyes narrowed on me, clearly blaming me for this incident. Blaming me for him killing Denny.

My body moved on its own volition and a primal desire took over. It was as if something imploded from inside of me and it all unleashed upon Scott. The sound of his bones cracking filled the air as his body distorted. Howls of agony ripped from his throat. The wisps of black and pink energy raced around him in a frenzy and suddenly his wolf exploded. A mass of flesh and fur flew in all directions. Blood splattered everywhere, globs of teeth, muscles, and his organs littered the ground where he once was.

I was hoping I would find some sort of internal relief. I didn’t. Instead, I wanted to curl up and cry. I wanted to puke. I wanted anything but this. I wanted Kai to be okay. I wanted Jude back. I wanted Denny back.

I turned and took a few staggering steps back to Denny and fell to my knees. I cradled him in my arms. His body was cold and limp. My body shook violently as my tears spilled down my cheeks.

“Den…” I whispered. “I’m… I’m sorry.”

I felt a hand land on my shoulder, and I looked up to see gentle hazel eyes staring down at me with worry.

“Sion…” My voice cracked as he knelt down behind me, scooping me in his arms. “Kai…”

“Logan took him away from the battle…” His voice trailed off and I bit my quivering lip. “He is in bad shape…” I turned my head to look at Denny’s body.

“He died protecting me. This is my fault.”

“Shh…” Sion gently cooed into my ear. “This isn’t your fault. This is Alpha Scott’s fault… and this is Breanna Snydes fault.” The sound of that woman’s name lit a fire inside of my heart. I lifted my gaze from his chest and stared at him.

“Where is she?” I growled.

“She ran away after I defeated the hellhound.” Sion’s warm hands were holding me delicately as if I was about to break.

“Then it’s time to finish this.” I growled as he nodded his head slowly. I watched as he lifted his gaze from me, and I turned to see Conner laying Jude’s body down next to Denny’s. Sion gripped my waist tightly and I went to say something, but then my breath caught in my chest.

The colors of the world changed and then I could see them. Through Sion’s power I could see Denny and Jude’s souls. They were standing there with a faint smile on their lips, watching me.

The living world vanished as I rose to my feet. I took a small step away from Sion and then I ran into Denny’s arms. Jude’s hand came to rest on top of my head as I began to sob uncontrollably.

“What are these tears for?” Jude chuckled as Denny held me tight against his chest.

“Clover… it’s okay. Don’t cry.” Denny said, and I lifted up to look at his face. Then I looked over at Jude.

“It’s not fair.” I hiccupped as I wiped my tears from my face. I watched as Reapus appeared behind them and I shook my head. “It isn’t fair.”

“Clover… life isn’t fair. You know this better than anyone.” Denny rested his hand on my shoulder and gave me a reassuring smile. “We are reentering the life pool. We are going to give this living thing another shot.”

“Maybe this time I’ll be born with powers that are able to shred a soul…” Jude chuckled and I looked at him clearly missing something. “Alpha Scott… you uhm… shredded both his living body and his soul.” My lips parted in shock.

“Even his soul was corrupt, Clover. It is hard for me to grasp, but at some point, my father changed. He chose to take in demon power. The power didn’t change him though, this was the person he was. I just didn’t realize it until it was too late.” Denny gave me a small smile and leaned his head down to look into my eyes. “You are okay. Everything is okay. You have a new pack and a mate who will love and treasure you. You have a family now. You don’t need me anymore.”

“I still need you, Denny. I still need you both.” Warm tears trickled down my face.

“No, you don’t need us. We needed you.” Jude said as he placed his arm around my back. “Keep an eye on Joey for me.”

“Tell Joey to take over as the Alpha of the Sulfur pack. He will be a great leader and the Sulfur pack needs a new face. Tell him this was the final order from his Alpha.” Denny glanced up at Sion. “Maybe help guide him…”

“We will.” Sion said as I hugged Denny and Jude in one last embrace.

“I wish I could keep you both with me.” I sniffled as I felt my heart being torn apart.

“We will always be with you Clover…” Denny said as he tapped my forehead. “We are in your memories, and we are with you whenever you think of us.”

“So, remember all my cool moments. Don’t replay any of the dumb ones.” Jude said, roughing up my hair as he stepped away.

“Tell Andrea she will be okay and, when she is ready, find a new mate. To live her life to the fullest. You too, Clover…If there’s anyone that deserves happiness, it’s you… little sister.”

“It’s time… I’ll escort you to the life stream.” Reapus said, and Denny stepped away from me. At the same time, I felt the heat of Sion’s chest on my back. There was nothing I could do. I wanted to reach out and stop him, but knew I had no choice. Hot tears trickled down my face as I looked between Denny and Jude.

“Don’t cry Clover. This was the way it was meant to be.” Denny gave me a crooked smile. “I’ll see you in my next life…take care.”

“I love you both.” I whispered as I watched them fade away with Reapus. It was both a blessing and a curse being able to say goodbye. It was not long enough… it would never be long enough. Who was ever ready to say goodbye forever?

A lump formed in my throat as I realized that this was the last goodbye. The tears came hard and fast as I fell into Sion’s arms. I wanted nothing more than to let go of my pain and allow the sorrow to finally overtake me, but I knew I had to push it down for now. There was a battle that still needed to be won and no time for mourning. I knew time was of the essence, but I needed this tiny moment to release some of my pain.

In spite of the agony, I had to move forward. We had a fight to finish.

I felt Sion’s grip tighten around me, crushing me against his hard chest. The realm we were in seemed to pause, as if time itself was waiting for us to take action.

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