Hidden Royalty

Chapter 9 Revelations

Vadik's POV

What's going on Vadik? I have a lot to explain to you Jenna, starting with the fact that you've been asleep for two weeks, I begin. She gives a weak, half hearted chuckle. I'm serious Jenna, I thought I was going to lose you. Vadik will you please explain to me what is happening and why you suddenly think I belong to you? Ok, here goes. Do you ever remember your family talking about werewolves? She burst out laughing. "They used to tell me stories about them all the time when I was young. They also told me Snow White and Cinderella. What's your point?". I stand up in front of her and my eyes begin to glow and the fabric of my clothes tear as I shift into my wolf. My wolf is black with speck of white mixed in. I'm very proud of the look of my wolf and I look straight into my mates eyes to gauge her reaction. Right before her eyes flutter closed. I change back and rush back to my mates side calling out her name. It takes a minute but her eyes slowly open, then she blushes. I look down and realize I'm naked. I chuckle and throw on some sweats. I begin to explain her family story to her and how we are mates. I try my best to explain the how strong the bond between mates is, but I can tell she doesn't fully understand. I console myself with the fact that now that her wolf has awakened I know it will only be a matter of time until she feels it too, if she hasn't already. I explain that the Royal blood line has certain powers that ordinary werewolves don't have. "Like what kind of powers, she asks? We aren't sure yet. Some are born with the ability to heal and others can read minds. Each one has a unique gift. She tries to get up out of bed, but I gently push her back down. I look at her with adoring eyes and tell her to wait for the doctor to check her. "I need to get back to work. I can't afford to lose this job.". Ok so she didn't understand at all. So much for explaining the situation.

The doctor comes in and smiles at Jenna. He checks her out and pronounces her and the pup healthy. I grin from ear to ear. Then my face falls when I see the stunned look on Jenna's face turn to one of fury. "Did you leave something out Petrov?". She used my last name. Not good. The doctor chuckles and mumbles something about having a lot to talk about before backing out of the room.

Her eyes go from pink to dark red and she lunges at me. Even though she looks human she is even stronger than me. She throws me against the wall and blood starts trickling from head. She immediately releases me and runs to my side. I considered playing the sympathy card for a little more attention, but when I saw the guilt written on her face I decided not to. I'm ok and I'm sorry for not telling you everything from the beginning. No it's not your fault, she says. I'm the slut that let you get me pregnant. If I didn't lead you on none of this would have happened. I'm sorry. I don't expect anything from you. I'll just go back to America as soon as possible. I'm so shocked by what she says it takes me a minute to react. When she started to leave the room I snap out of it and jump into action. I pin her to the wall and kiss her gently on the lips. Don't ever blame yourself baby. I let my wolf get out of control and he took your innocence. That's on me, not you. I don't know what happened to you in the past, but you are never responsible for the actions of others. I just hope someday you can forgive me. She sighs and lays her head on my chest. "So you aren't disgusted with?". Never, you are my life. Promise me you'll never leave.

"So tell me about being a werewolf and our baby.". (I can tell she's avoiding my request, but I don't want to push too hard. I let it drop for now, but I promised myself I would never let her go.) For starters you aren't technically a werewolf. You are more of a hybrid. You have all the speed and power of a werewolf without being able to transform. Actually you are stronger than any werewolf I Know. I'm alpha or leader of this pack, yet you are stronger than me. I guess it's your royal blood. As for our pup, I couldn't be more excited. I give her the biggest, brightest smile I have to let her know how sincere I am. She snuggles into my arms and sighs. "That's all I need to know.". Actually babe there is one more thing. Werewolf pregnancies only last about two months, which means you are due in one month. "What? Will our baby always age that fast? Is that why Nikki said he is only eight months old?" I chuckle, no he just mixes up years and months. He's actually just a very small eight year old. Growing up without his birth parents has been hard on him. Werewolves actually live a very long life. About twice as long as humans. She relaxes back against me for a moment. I feel when she tenses back up. I'm immediately on alert. What is it? Are you sick? Are you hurt? Do you feel dizzy? "I just realized how much shopping I have to do to get ready for our baby.". I sigh, this is going to be a long pregnancy.

After breakfast the next Vadik asks if I would go out on a date with him that evening. I laugh at the irony, but agree to it. He won't tell where we are going, but assures me I will be enjoy it. He told me to dress comfortably and meet him in front of the has at six. When I walked outside he wrapped me in a blanket and scooped me up. He carried me for about a mile before he we came upon a clearing lit up with white Christmas lights. There was a blanket on the ground covered in delicacies. The moon was full and the only sounds was the beating of our hearts. We talked about simple things like what TV shows we liked and what our favorite color was. We forgot all our problems and just enjoyed each other's company. When the date was over he carried me back to my room and gave me a chaste kiss, before he bid me goodnight. I felt just like a princess in a fairy tale. A very plump princess.