Devlin and Hayden walked onto the back porch with their swim wear on...both of them had huge smiles on their faces. Hayden cheeks were flush.
I left a bathing suit in the living room for you Attica. If you would like to swim. Hayden told her with a smile.
That's sounds fun. I think I'll try it out. She said walking into the living room to grab the bathing suit an take it to the bathroom to put on. Soon as she was in the bathroom she looked in the mirror and took a deep breath. These people are too nice. She thought to herself. I really hope Simone is right. I hope we can trust them . She worried. She changed in to the bathing suit and went out to join them. Hayden an Devlin were already in the pool making out. Charlie and Xavier were grilling steaks an chicken. Tyler and Hunter were sitting on the edge of the pool with their feet hanging in. Tyler looked at Attica an waved her over. You can sit with us if you want? Tyler asked. She walked over an sat down with them hanging her feet in the pool. I'm really sorry about kidnapping you two. I really am. I didn't know what to expect an I approached everything the wrong way. I hope you can forgive me. She said looking at both of the young wolves.
Oh..... No worries .....we get bound an gagged all the time .....it's really no problem. It's all in the past. Tyler said sarcastically holding his hand out to her.... I'm Tyler ...this is Hunter, we do a lot of errands for our Alpha. You will probably see more of us than the others. He said shaking her hand.
It's nice to meet both of you. And again..... I'm very sorry. She told them again. I hope we can all be friends ......my daughter Simone will be here....hopefully in about 3 hours. She said nervously.
Simone is your daughter? She is beautiful. She is also one of the nicest people I've ever had the pleasure of meeting. Tyler said as his cheeks stained pink. I'm happy to hear that she will be coming back to Sistersville Lake to visit. He continued.
Well actually..... We may be ......moving here ....it isn't official yet... But I've spoken to everyone else about it. Attica announced.
That would be great. Hunter said looking at his friend with a wink. Hunter knew how Tyler felt about Simone an he was happy for him.
Maybe we can help you build your house.... We have plenty of land and the Pack has been growing everyday ....as of late we have two new members in the same week. My buddy Derrick has found his mate an he put the claiming bite on her the night of the new moon... So she changed. Which is also Charlie's aunt. An the other new member is Xavier's mate..Charlie. He claimed her a few days before the New Moon. I'm hoping to find my mate soon. I just came of age and I really can't wait. Tyler said looking embarrassed.
If you don't mind my asking.... How old are you guys? Attica asked.
Well I just turned 19 and Hunter here will be 19 in two months. We don't choose our mates.... They say we will know when we see them. After we make eye contact with our mates it's like a piece of us will have been put in place. Like it feels like something is missing and when we find our mate...... We will feel complete. I've also heard some of the wolves talk about the sparks as well... When we touch our mate for the first time. It will feel like little electrical sparks under the skin where ever we touch them. He explained.
Well, that is very interesting. I've always heard stories I just never knew if any of them were real or not. It's like a rumor until I hear it up close and personal first hand. She stated. This is pretty damn close right? Speaking to wolves. Attica laughed.
Yes. ..I'm sure if you ask Xavier an Charlie they will probably describe it the same way. Hunter said.
So do any of you plan on courting my daughter? Attica asked seriously.
I think she is a great person, but if she isn't my mate.... It could never be serious. So probably not. Tyler answered honestly. Hunter nodded his head in agreement. Tyler just felt like it was wrong mentioning her not being his mate anyway. Something told him he wasn't wrong. He felt it in his bones. But he couldn't be sure until he seen her again.
Food is ready everyone! Charlie yelled. Everyone climbed out of the pool an sat down at the bar table. Devlin went an made Hayden's favorite drink an made him a OJ an vodka. He took it over to the table an sat it down in front of her. She smiled up at him. Thank you babe. Your amazing. Hayden said an kissed him. He leaned down to kiss her cheek again before standing up an pulling out a chair beside her. Would you like a alcoholic beverage Attica? Xavier asked going to grab a beer. Sure I'll take anything you got. She answered. I love Strawberry vodka an redbull. That's my favorite drink. Would you want to try that? Charlie asked her.
Sure that sounds good. I'll try that if you don't mind. Attica said to Xavier. Thank you
Xavier took the drinks over to his mate an Attica. Attica took a drink. She pulled it away an smiled. Wow.... I think this is my new favorite. Thanks Charlie! She said taking another drink. Everyone ate an chatted about how everything was going and what they planned on doing with Attica an Simones house. Until they heard someone knocking on the front door.
Everyone! Stay here! Devlin an I will go see who it is. Xavier said as he an Devlin made their way through the house. Xavier opened the front door to a woman standing there. She was tall and thin with long Auburn hair, but her proportions were amazing. She had full breast an a tiny waist with nice hips. She was beautiful. Hello. May I help you? Xavier asked. Yes, silly it's me Xavier.... Simone? You were expecting me? She questioned. Ohhhhhhhhhhhh.... Okay. You just look completely different from last summer! You have grown a lot in a year! An I'm sure your hair was not that color! Xavier said moving aside to let her enter the house.
Well ...yeah.... I'm 19 now. I colored my hair as well. I've always loved this color so..... I thought.... What the hell. She said smiling at him.
Well I'm glad you made it safely. This is my good friend Devlin. Devlin this is Simone. Xavier introduced them. They shook hands. Everyone is in the backyard, eating an swimming. If you would like to join? Devlin asked her.
Sure, is my mother out there as well? Simone asked.
Yep, she is sitting at the bar. Come on I'll show you the way. Xavier said an they all made their way to the back patio.
Simone!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Attica said running up to her daughter to embrace her. They were both crying when they pulled back. I'm so glad you are here! I was so worried! Attica said smoothing her daughter's hair behind her ear.
I was so worried about you too. When I couldn't find you in New York. I decided to go to California. I called your phone every day an when it stopped ringing an saying it was disconnected I really got worried. I tried tracking spells, which I knew were pointless because you have a protection spell on you. I was so scared something bad happened! Simone explained.
Well we are fine now hunny. These people are amazing. They have been so kind to me. They have offered to build us a house on this property! They actually accept us as witches. We would never have to hide again! Attica said with excitement.
Really? She said looking around at everyone. They were all looking at them with love in their eyes. A daughter an mother reunited.
Thank you guys so much! I never knew doing a summer job for you all would lead us here! I knew in my heart you guys were good people. She said looking around to everyone. She knew Xavier an Tyler an Hunter an she had just met Devlin but she had no idea who the women were.
I would like to introduce you to my mate and Devlin's. Simone this is Charlie.... Charlie this is Simone. Hayden this is Simone...Simone...this is Hayden. Xavier introduced them to each other. It's so nice to meet you. I've heard nothing but good things. Charlie stated shaking her hand. Me as well. Hayden replied an shook her hand. I'm happy to meet all of you.. Simone replied.
It's good to see you guys again she said walking over to Tyler and Hunter. She gave Hunter an hug an turned an gave Tyler a hug. Soon as they touched the sparks started under their skin. She looked at Tyler an said. What was that? Tyler leaned forward an kissed her. He knew the moment he looked into her eyes ...She was his mate. She didn't pull away at first.... She gave into the kiss. Then. She slowly pulled away an looked at him. That was amazing! What was that. I've never experienced anything like that before.She asked. Confused . Tyler whispered in her ear. You are my mate. She took a step back. How??!!!!! I'm a witch! You are a wolf? How are we mates? She exclaimed! I don't know but it's possible, you felt it too? He questioned. I don't know if I could be a wolf? I can't be a witch an a wolf? I would at least like to get to know you! She turned an looked at her mother who had lost all color to her face. Mom????!! How? She asked.
I don't know sweetie? But I can tell he really likes you. Even before he knew you were his mate. He spoke fondly of you. It couldn't be a bad thing. Right? Attica looked to Xavier. Xavier shrugged his shoulders. I don't know? None of us has ever mated with a witch. There aren't very many witches left in the world. I can look into it. Xavier said seriously. Tyler looked like he was going to cry.
I can spend time with you. We don't have to do anything you don't want to do. I don't have to claim you yet. The next full moon isn't for another 8 days. Tyler tried to explain to calm her down.
I really like you Tyler, I liked you since I met you last summer, I just thought we couldn't have anything serious because I'm a witch an you are a werewolf. If they can guarantee that I can keep my powers an become a wolf I will let you claim me but I don't want to lose who I am. I was born a witch. I can't let that part of me go. I'm sorry. Simone said looking into his bright green eyes. I really like you. I really do.. I just need to know I'm not gonna lose myself. She said kissing his cheek.
It's ok. I will wait as long as I need too. Tyler said sadly. She took him into a hug. We will get to know each other, how about that, this doesn't mean I don't want to spend time with you. He gripped her tightly, not wanting to lose her. His wolf wanted to claim her now. His wolf was trying to make his way to the surface. He pushed him back down. He was going to wait, he was going to do right by her an not force her into anything, he could control his wolf. He thought with everything he had.
She felt him tense up an pulled away to look into his eyes. They were glowing green. Are you okay Tyler? Simone asked.
Yes, I'm fine, my wolf is just upset because he wants to claim you now. Tyler said.
I will find out anything I can about this. Xavier said. I have friends a couple states over that I will call an ask if they have ever heard of a wolf an a witch. He said.
I will do research of my own as well. Attica said.
We will figure this out. Charlie said walking over to put her hand on Tyler's shoulder. He looked lost. Like his mate was rejecting him. If he was rejected he would become Rogue. No one wanted that for him. Charlie thought to herself.
I don't want to do it but I will hold her down an let Tyler bite her! I am not losing my best friend! Hunter growled.
NO! Tyler growled. I WILL NOT FORCE HER. He bellowed with a territorial growl.
Simone took a step back then ran up a hugged him. What does that mean? Lose his best friend? What is he talking about? Simone said hugging him.
If you reject me..... Since you are my mate.... I will lose my mind an go Rogue. A lot of things can make a wolf go rogue but rejection from ones mate is number one. It makes a wolf go insane. Tyler explained sadly.
I am not rejecting you! I Swear! Please don't lose your mind! Simone cried.
I won't lose it right away, but if I don't claim you before the next full moon.... I'm afraid my wolf will make me. I hate that it happens that way. But that's how it works. Tyler said.
Ok, I will do it. I know I've only known you since last summer an we only hung out for a week, but you are nice an funny and..... Hot. I don't want to be the cause of you losing your mind or going Rogue. Can we spend the next week getting to know each other better? Simone said kissing him on the lips. She smiled at him.
I would love that, but if you don't want to do this by the end of the week, I will understand, I will not force you to do anything you don't want to do. Tyler said taking her cheeks into his hands.
Ok, but I'm pretty sure you are easy to fall in love with. I feel it now. Simone said.
Those sparks your feeling is a part of the mating bond, after its completed it gets more intense. He said to her with a wink.
Xavier walked up to them with his phone in his hand. Okay,....... okay thanks Greg. Bye. He said hanging up the phone. Okay guys, your in luck. One of his pack mates years an years ago. He mated with a witch..... Greg called her a hybrid. She was witch an Wolf. It made her more powerful..... An their kids, extremely powerful. He said it works though. You can keep your powers an be a wolf. Xavier said smiling.
Tyler an Simone looked at each other an smiled. How about a date tomorrow? Tyler asked her. I would love that. she replied.
Everyone started clapping. I knew it would work out.!! Charlie yelled.
Now let's get back to the barbeque! Xavier exclaimed. Yeah let's party!!! Hunter yelled an cannonball into the pool. Attica took her daughter into a hug. I'm so happy for you hunny! Maybe this is our new life.....It's a new life for you guys and a fresh start! She said looking between her an Tyler.
They drank an are an partied until Aunt Lily walked into the backyard with Derrick holding her hand. She walked over to the stereo and turned it down. Hey guys!!!!! Lily yelled. Why didn't you tell me you guys were back! And you brought friends! She said with a smile.
You guys are throwing a party without us!!!! Derrick said.
No, this wasn't a party, we planned a party though, this just kinda happened because Tyler found his mate! Charlie exclaimed.
Aunt Lily this is Simone. Tyler's mate. Simone this is Lily. She owns this house. Aunt Lily this is Attica , it's Simones mother. They are both witches. Charlie said. It's nice to meet you both. She said shaking their hands. What brings you to my neck of the woods? Lily asked.
Well. I went searching for my daughter an I followed Xavier here because I sensed my daughter's magic on him. We had a little misunderstanding. I didn't know if they were dangerous, but we worked that kink out, but here we are, he brought my daughter back to me. Attica said to Lily.
Well, that's nice...you guys are more than welcome to stay as long as you want. I'm just home to grab some clothes. I'm going back to Derricks house to spend a few days. So make yourselves comfortable. If Charlie an Hayden trust you, I trust them. Lily stated.
Aunt Lily.... Me an Hayden have some news to tell you! Charlie said.
Hayden and Charlie walked over to Aunt Lily an held their left hands up.
OHHHHHHH MY GOD!!!!!!!! Aunt LIlY started crying. She was so happy she was crying an jumping up and down an hugging them! We have to plan the weddings!!!! Wait? Are any of you girls Pregnant? Lily asked with a serious look. No silly.... Not yet anyway ...Charlie said laughing.
I would stand behind you even if you were. I love you girls! Lily said hugging them both. I figured I would go to Derricks for a few days. But I'm right through the trees if you guys need me. I will be here for the party too. She said.
Great it's in two days. It's our engagement party. Charlie said taking Hayden hand.
We will be here for that, we wouldn't miss it for the world! Lily said hugging them one more time.
Ladies, I can help with the party. Attica said coming up to them. I can do some magic to make it special also. Maybe make glitter fall out of the sky when we announce your engagements? I have a lot of ideas. Attica said with excitement.
That sounds amazing and fun! Charlie said. Your badass! I wish I had powers! She said.
Well. I think it's going to be the best party in the world! Hayden exclaimed.