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Unleashed Chaos/A Novel of the Breedline series
A chapter in the book Unleashed Chaos
Love Endures All
by scongrove
| Background Dedicated to my beloved... |
Previously...
Before Tessa destroyed the Kataka—a creature with human-like-dragon features created by Taliah Baldolf and the Chiang-shih demon—it severely injured Celina’s spinal cord when he abducted her. Now back safe in the Breedline Covenant, Celina refuses medical attention in hopes her healing powers will soon kick in.
Chester Ewan— a Guardian, created during the Middle Ages by the Angel of Mercy, with the purpose of protecting all creatures, especially the Breedline from the destruction of any creation made by a dark Wicca—realized Jem Chamberlain, also known as the Chosen Son, had the power to heal Celina. After Chester revealed to Jem of his ability, he agrees to help. When they share the news with Tim Ross—the head of the Breedline council—he is hesitant at first due to the fact if Jem’s powers got out of control, his gift could also be deadly. And then he decides to inform Tessa—their Queen—before they discuss this with Celina.
After discussing all Celina’s options, her aunt Helen persuades her to have surgery instead of taking the risk of Jem’s powers. Now that Celina is recovering from surgery, her physician—Dr. Kenneth Craven—gives her the results that there could be a possibility she would heal after time and therapy. When he told her she would not be released from the hospital in two weeks, Celina was heartbroken because she would miss Jem and Mia’s wedding.
Continued...
A week later, September Twenty-Sixth…
Jem was standing nervously in the foyer, shifting his weight back and forth between his two feet. He wore a black tuxedo, with a black vest and a platinum fusion necktie. His shoulder length hair was pulled back as he anxiously stood at the base of the Covenant’s grand staircase in the archway that was formed by the dining room.
Everything looked prepared for Jem and Mia’s wedding. Jace was standing handsomely next to Jem in a black suit as his best man, and Tessa was on the opposite side in a strapless chiffon gown, representing Mia’s bridesmaid. A white-haired man with a silver goatee, they all called Reverend Mike, stood behind Jem, waiting to proceed the ceremony. Other members of the wedding guests assembled in a half-circle across the way.
Among the guests were Jem and Jace’s uncle Jackson. He’d arrived early that morning from East Hampton, New York. Standing beside him was their adopted parents, John and Sarah Chamberlain. Cassie, their little sister, stood next to her fiancé, Drakon. Tim was standing beside them with his arm around Angel as she held their baby, Natalie. Casey Barton and Kyle Jones—Jem and Jace’s best friends and band mate’s—stood proudly while Kyle held onto a camera, ready to catch everything on video for Celina to view later.
Still, in the hospital, Celina had another week before she was released. Helen, the physician for the Breedline, and now considered part of their family was wearing a powder blue gown that looked stunning with her mahogany hair. She was standing by Kyle with a tissue in her hand, wiping the tears in her eyes, trying to keep her mascara from smearing. Beside Helen was Chester Ewan in a dark olive, suede suit with his wife Amelia at his side. With tiny pink flowers weaved in her snow white hair, Amelia wore a silk, long slim gown that matched the color of Chester’s suit, only lighter in shade. The rest of the Guardians spread amongst the other guests; all dressed in their finest attire.
Glancing around the room, Jem smiled at everyone. The only person missing was his mother, Katlyn. But deep down in his heart, he knew her soul was somewhere amongst the guests; a beautiful angel with the same proud smile he’d always remembered her having since he was a child.
In the far corner, he heard the melody coming from the grand piano, accompanied by a tenor’s voice. Drakon’s amazing pipes sailed up and filtered all around the room. When the words came out, Jem’s heart melted. It was his and Mia’s song. The one he’d asked Drakon to sing, “All I Ask,” written by the artist Adele.
And then Jem felt like he’d just died and gone to heaven. Standing at the top of the staircase, with her arm entwined with Alexander’s, was his beautiful bride, Mia. She had appeared in a breathtaking cream gown that rendered him senseless and captivated the whole room. The miles of satin skirting falling about her slender body brought out the sniffles from all the ladies watching from below.
As she met his eyes, Jem mouthed the words silently; I love you.
The smile Mia gave him made his chest swell until he felt as if his body was weightless.
I love you, too, she said soundlessly, taking careful steps as Alexander guided her down the stairs.
Standing by his side, the ceremony commenced, with him and Mia promising to each other their life vows. When Reverend Mike gave the cue, Jem leaned in and pressed his lips to Mia’s.
Turning toward the guests, the Reverend spoke out, “I present to you … Mr. and Mrs. Chamberlain.”
Cheers and claps from everyone echoed all around the room. Marching through the rows of people, Jem swept Mia into his arms. He kissed her hard and then, in front of his friends and family, he boasted out loud, “I love you, Mrs. Chamberlain.”
Setting her back down on two feet, she stared up at him, looking as if she was going to burst into tears. “I love you, too.”
“Welcome to the family, Mia,” John announced, pulling her into a soft embrace. “I’m proud to have you as my daughter.”
“Oh,” Mia’s voice trembled. “Thank you.”
Sarah stretched up on her tiptoes and wrapped her arms around Jem. “I love you, honey.” Then, she turned to Mia and held out her arms. “I love you too, sweetheart.” When Mia reached out to her, Sarah pulled her into a hug. “You’re officially part of the family now.”
Cassie darted over with her arms out. “Now I have a sister!” She hugged Mia, and turned to Jem and wrapped her arms around him. “I’m so happy for you!”
Jem kissed the top of her head. “Thank you, sis.”
With a firm handshake, Jackson said, “I’m proud of you, Jem.” Turning to Mia, he hugged her. “You look beautiful, Mia. We’re glad to have you as part of our family.”
Mia’s eyes filled with tears of joy. Her heart raced with excitement with the words she so longed to hear. She was part of a family now.
The celebration started rolling with voices, laughter and a lot of sparkling champagne. There was a feast set out starting with creative appetizers, and then to the sit-down dinner. A choice of either broiled salmon or baby rack of lamb coated with a blend of fresh herbs, and spices served with fresh seasonal vegetables, and golden fried potato croquette.
After dinner, they presented the traditional bride and groom cake cutting. It was a three-tiered, white chocolate with raspberry. It was absolutely stunning.
Jem cut a small piece, and gently fed Mia with his hands. And then, Mia cut a small square, held it in front of Jem’s lips and to his surprise, she tenderly put it into his mouth. After it was all done, he leaned down and kissed her.
Everyone clapped and cheered at the happy occasion. Jace raised his glass high and said, “Cheers to the happy couple. I wish you many years of love and happiness!"
As the guests lifted glasses of champagne and cheered, Alexander said, “I would like to make a toast.” He smiled with tears in his eyes. “To my son… your giving spirit and your love have earned you a precious gift... your beautiful bride. Cherish her,” he added, his voice cracking. “Mia, you are indeed a gift from heaven, and we welcome you into our hearts, and we rejoice in Jem’s good fortune that he found you… and you him.”
“Cheers!” Everyone stood with their glasses raised and drank in honor of the bride and groom.
When everyone at the table took their seat, Jem rose from his chair. “I would like to make a toast to my beautiful bride,” he announced, his voice thick with emotion. As he looked into Mia’s eyes, he thought back on his past. He’d waited patiently, knowing that his soul mate existed somewhere out there, waiting just like him. He only had to find her. And now he finally had. She was here, his very first true love. And now she was his wife.
He took a deep breath and nervously swallowed. “Mia, the day I met you, my world stood still. I had always hoped to meet someone like you but wondered if such a woman even existed. But when we met, you exceeded all of my expectations. Mia, you are my perfect fit. It was as if our meeting was written in the stars, arranged by some heavenly being. And the more I got to know you, the more deeply I fell in love. I knew I wanted to hear your laugh, see your smile and feel your heart beating for the rest of my life. And so today, as we join our lives together, I give you my heart.” He grasped her hand, squeezing gently. “I want you to know that as we journey through life, we will do so as partners, lovers, and best friends. I love you, Mia.”
After his toast, there wasn’t a dry eye in the room. As tears slid down Mia’s cheeks, she stood up and placed her head against Jem’s chest. Looking up, she whispered, “Jem Chamberlain, you’re my everything.”
Jace rose from his chair and hollered, “Let’s start the party!”
Focusing in Jace’s direction, Jem sent him a message telepathically. When Jace nodded in agreement, he strolled over to the DJ they’d hired and whispered something to him.
In no time, the song “Thinking Out Loud,” by Ed Sheeran began to play, silencing the guests. Jem held out his hand to Mia. “Dance with me, sweetheart.”
Accepting his hand, he guided her to the center of the dining area that resembled a ballroom. Beautiful arrangements of red and pink roses in tall vases decorated the tables. The lights were low except for the enormous crystal chandelier above the dance floor. Wrapping one arm around her waist and holding her hand with the other, Jem pulled Mia in close. Their bodies meshed together as they swayed to the romantic tempo.
“Together forever,” he whispered in her ear.
“Always,” she whispered back.
****
Two days later, early in the morning, Jace quietly slipped out of bed, trying not to wake Tessa. He was eager to be downstairs when Jem and Mia got back from their honeymoon after a few days at a relaxing B&B near the beach.
While he got a shower, Tessa snuck out into the kitchen and fixed a bowl of fresh strawberries Angel had bought for her at the downtown farmers market. After everyone had first found out about her pregnancy, she’d started to get used to the spoiling—a benefit Angel had told her to enjoy.
So far, her pregnancy was healthy, well into her sixth month and feeling great. She had plenty of energy, no more morning sickness, and two babies that did laps under her rib cage every time she ate, especially if chocolate was involved.
Tessa’s pregnancy was nothing she’d prepared. She planned on her and Jace getting married before even talking about having children. After the initial shock had worn off when Helen first told her she was pregnant with twins, and already four months along, she’d fell in love with the idea of having Jace’s babies. She pictured two little blond haired, blue eyed boys that were the spitting image of him, but just a smaller version.
She was hoping that, like most women, her labor would be normal. The only thing she wished could be part of her children’s lives was her biological parents. Her mother abandoned her when she was born, and she had no idea who her father was. She’d been raised by her aunt and uncle since birth, not having the slightest clue about the Breedline species. Her aunt and uncle, having only the knowledge of a human world, didn’t know anything about her real bloodline. Tessa even had a twin out there in the world somewhere. Maybe someday she would get a lead on where her twin was if they were even still alive.
A soft voice cast over from the doorway. “Are the berries any good?”
Looking across the kitchen with the bowl in her hand, Tessa beamed like she’d won the lottery. “You’re back!”
Sitting down the bowl, she held out her arms. “Did you have fun on your honeymoon?” Tessa asked, pulling Mia into a hug.
“It was incredible,” Mia boasted, reaching for a strawberry. “How are you feeling?”
Tessa put her hand on her stomach. “They’re really starting to grow.” She smoothed her palm over her rounded belly.
“What does Jace think about becoming a father now that you only have three months left?” Mia asked as she took a bite of the berry.
“He talks to my belly every night, right before we go to bed.”
Mia chuckled. “Are you serious?”
Tessa grinned. “He already has names picked out, and he wants the first born named after Jem.”
Mia’s eyes softened. “Oh, that’s so sweet. What about baby number two?”
“Jax,” Tessa told her.
“Jax?” Mia said after a pause. “Where did he come up with that name?”
“He wants our second born named after his uncle Jackson, but just spelled differently. When Jace and Jem were just kids, they nicknamed him Uncle Jacks.”
“Sounds like you and Jace are ready to be parents,” Mia said, the tone hinted despair. All at once she looked down and let out a sigh.
“What’s wrong, Mia?”
Lifting her chin, Mia made a sound that came out as a groan. “It’s Eve.”
Tessa’s forehead wrinkled in concern as she took in the seriousness of her tone. “It’s okay, Mia. You can talk to me.”
Mia nodded, and her expression eased.
As she began to explain to Tessa about her and Jem’s decision to adopt Eve’s twins after they were born, Tessa listened quietly. Mia also told her it was a possibility Sebastian or the Chiang-shih demon could be the father of Eve’s twins. But it didn’t matter to her who their father was. Mia wasn’t going to let a stranger take in her nephews.
After she had finished talking, Tessa was silent for a moment. And then she reached over to squeeze Mia’s hand. “I understand, Mia. They’re innocent in all this just as Jem and Jace were when they were born. Both carried the very same gene. Eve’s children deserve the same chance, too.”
“Thank you, Tessa.” Mia breathed out as tears fell from her eyes. “I needed to hear that.”
Before Tessa left the kitchen, the two of them embraced. “Now all we have to do is convince Jace.” Tessa frowned as the image of Jace’s reaction popped into her head. “I’m not sure how he’ll take the news.”
When Tessa left, Mia leaned back against the kitchen counter and was not at ease in the slightest. She knew Jace wouldn’t tolerate Eve’s children raised in the same house with his own.
Going over to the table, she pulled out a chair and sat down. Leaning forward, she placed her hands over her face. She didn’t know how long she sat there, but eventually, Jem came in and sat down beside her. “Hey,” he said softly. “You okay?”
Mia flinched at the sound of his voice. Lifting her head, she lowered her hands. Her shoulders sagged as she looked at Jem. “You startled me,” Mia said, blowing out a breath. “How long have you been sitting there?”
Scooting his chair closer, he wrapped his arm around her. “Sorry, honey. I didn’t mean to scare you.” He smiled to reassure her. “I just sat down,” he said noticing the tension in her eyes. Unable to resist, he reached with a tentative hand to caress her cheek. “Talk to me, Mia.”
For no apparent reason, the thought of having Jem’s children came to mind. Mia wondered what it would be like to have his babies. They’d spoken about it once, but she really never actually thought about it—until now.
She sat in silence for a minute, her thoughts wracking inside her brain. And then her gaze swung to him. “I told Tessa about us adopting Eve’s twins.”
His blue eyes flickered, just a hint of reaction in their depths. “What did Tessa say?”
“She understands and gives us her blessings, but—“ She turned away, no longer able to look into his eyes, into so much warmth.
In the silence that followed, he said, “She doesn’t think my brother will be okay with this, does she?”
Mia shook her head and sighed. “No.”
As Jem sat there with his arm around Mia, he thought about his mother, Katlyn. She’d loved him and Jace no matter who their father was even after the demon killed her beloved, kidnapped her and took her body against her will. The one thing she cared the most about was the love of her family. She never dwelled on the past. Her children always came first.
Jem cocked his head to the side and studied her. “I love you,” he whispered close to her ear, the only comforting words he had at the moment.
She leaned her head on his shoulder. “I love you, too.”
To be continued...
Before Tessa destroyed the Kataka—a creature with human-like-dragon features created by Taliah Baldolf and the Chiang-shih demon—it severely injured Celina’s spinal cord when he abducted her. Now back safe in the Breedline Covenant, Celina refuses medical attention in hopes her healing powers will soon kick in.
Chester Ewan— a Guardian, created during the Middle Ages by the Angel of Mercy, with the purpose of protecting all creatures, especially the Breedline from the destruction of any creation made by a dark Wicca—realized Jem Chamberlain, also known as the Chosen Son, had the power to heal Celina. After Chester revealed to Jem of his ability, he agrees to help. When they share the news with Tim Ross—the head of the Breedline council—he is hesitant at first due to the fact if Jem’s powers got out of control, his gift could also be deadly. And then he decides to inform Tessa—their Queen—before they discuss this with Celina.
After discussing all Celina’s options, her aunt Helen persuades her to have surgery instead of taking the risk of Jem’s powers. Now that Celina is recovering from surgery, her physician—Dr. Kenneth Craven—gives her the results that there could be a possibility she would heal after time and therapy. When he told her she would not be released from the hospital in two weeks, Celina was heartbroken because she would miss Jem and Mia’s wedding.
Continued...
A week later, September Twenty-Sixth…
Jem was standing nervously in the foyer, shifting his weight back and forth between his two feet. He wore a black tuxedo, with a black vest and a platinum fusion necktie. His shoulder length hair was pulled back as he anxiously stood at the base of the Covenant’s grand staircase in the archway that was formed by the dining room.
Everything looked prepared for Jem and Mia’s wedding. Jace was standing handsomely next to Jem in a black suit as his best man, and Tessa was on the opposite side in a strapless chiffon gown, representing Mia’s bridesmaid. A white-haired man with a silver goatee, they all called Reverend Mike, stood behind Jem, waiting to proceed the ceremony. Other members of the wedding guests assembled in a half-circle across the way.
Among the guests were Jem and Jace’s uncle Jackson. He’d arrived early that morning from East Hampton, New York. Standing beside him was their adopted parents, John and Sarah Chamberlain. Cassie, their little sister, stood next to her fiancé, Drakon. Tim was standing beside them with his arm around Angel as she held their baby, Natalie. Casey Barton and Kyle Jones—Jem and Jace’s best friends and band mate’s—stood proudly while Kyle held onto a camera, ready to catch everything on video for Celina to view later.
Still, in the hospital, Celina had another week before she was released. Helen, the physician for the Breedline, and now considered part of their family was wearing a powder blue gown that looked stunning with her mahogany hair. She was standing by Kyle with a tissue in her hand, wiping the tears in her eyes, trying to keep her mascara from smearing. Beside Helen was Chester Ewan in a dark olive, suede suit with his wife Amelia at his side. With tiny pink flowers weaved in her snow white hair, Amelia wore a silk, long slim gown that matched the color of Chester’s suit, only lighter in shade. The rest of the Guardians spread amongst the other guests; all dressed in their finest attire.
Glancing around the room, Jem smiled at everyone. The only person missing was his mother, Katlyn. But deep down in his heart, he knew her soul was somewhere amongst the guests; a beautiful angel with the same proud smile he’d always remembered her having since he was a child.
In the far corner, he heard the melody coming from the grand piano, accompanied by a tenor’s voice. Drakon’s amazing pipes sailed up and filtered all around the room. When the words came out, Jem’s heart melted. It was his and Mia’s song. The one he’d asked Drakon to sing, “All I Ask,” written by the artist Adele.
And then Jem felt like he’d just died and gone to heaven. Standing at the top of the staircase, with her arm entwined with Alexander’s, was his beautiful bride, Mia. She had appeared in a breathtaking cream gown that rendered him senseless and captivated the whole room. The miles of satin skirting falling about her slender body brought out the sniffles from all the ladies watching from below.
As she met his eyes, Jem mouthed the words silently; I love you.
The smile Mia gave him made his chest swell until he felt as if his body was weightless.
I love you, too, she said soundlessly, taking careful steps as Alexander guided her down the stairs.
Standing by his side, the ceremony commenced, with him and Mia promising to each other their life vows. When Reverend Mike gave the cue, Jem leaned in and pressed his lips to Mia’s.
Turning toward the guests, the Reverend spoke out, “I present to you … Mr. and Mrs. Chamberlain.”
Cheers and claps from everyone echoed all around the room. Marching through the rows of people, Jem swept Mia into his arms. He kissed her hard and then, in front of his friends and family, he boasted out loud, “I love you, Mrs. Chamberlain.”
Setting her back down on two feet, she stared up at him, looking as if she was going to burst into tears. “I love you, too.”
“Welcome to the family, Mia,” John announced, pulling her into a soft embrace. “I’m proud to have you as my daughter.”
“Oh,” Mia’s voice trembled. “Thank you.”
Sarah stretched up on her tiptoes and wrapped her arms around Jem. “I love you, honey.” Then, she turned to Mia and held out her arms. “I love you too, sweetheart.” When Mia reached out to her, Sarah pulled her into a hug. “You’re officially part of the family now.”
Cassie darted over with her arms out. “Now I have a sister!” She hugged Mia, and turned to Jem and wrapped her arms around him. “I’m so happy for you!”
Jem kissed the top of her head. “Thank you, sis.”
With a firm handshake, Jackson said, “I’m proud of you, Jem.” Turning to Mia, he hugged her. “You look beautiful, Mia. We’re glad to have you as part of our family.”
Mia’s eyes filled with tears of joy. Her heart raced with excitement with the words she so longed to hear. She was part of a family now.
The celebration started rolling with voices, laughter and a lot of sparkling champagne. There was a feast set out starting with creative appetizers, and then to the sit-down dinner. A choice of either broiled salmon or baby rack of lamb coated with a blend of fresh herbs, and spices served with fresh seasonal vegetables, and golden fried potato croquette.
After dinner, they presented the traditional bride and groom cake cutting. It was a three-tiered, white chocolate with raspberry. It was absolutely stunning.
Jem cut a small piece, and gently fed Mia with his hands. And then, Mia cut a small square, held it in front of Jem’s lips and to his surprise, she tenderly put it into his mouth. After it was all done, he leaned down and kissed her.
Everyone clapped and cheered at the happy occasion. Jace raised his glass high and said, “Cheers to the happy couple. I wish you many years of love and happiness!"
As the guests lifted glasses of champagne and cheered, Alexander said, “I would like to make a toast.” He smiled with tears in his eyes. “To my son… your giving spirit and your love have earned you a precious gift... your beautiful bride. Cherish her,” he added, his voice cracking. “Mia, you are indeed a gift from heaven, and we welcome you into our hearts, and we rejoice in Jem’s good fortune that he found you… and you him.”
“Cheers!” Everyone stood with their glasses raised and drank in honor of the bride and groom.
When everyone at the table took their seat, Jem rose from his chair. “I would like to make a toast to my beautiful bride,” he announced, his voice thick with emotion. As he looked into Mia’s eyes, he thought back on his past. He’d waited patiently, knowing that his soul mate existed somewhere out there, waiting just like him. He only had to find her. And now he finally had. She was here, his very first true love. And now she was his wife.
He took a deep breath and nervously swallowed. “Mia, the day I met you, my world stood still. I had always hoped to meet someone like you but wondered if such a woman even existed. But when we met, you exceeded all of my expectations. Mia, you are my perfect fit. It was as if our meeting was written in the stars, arranged by some heavenly being. And the more I got to know you, the more deeply I fell in love. I knew I wanted to hear your laugh, see your smile and feel your heart beating for the rest of my life. And so today, as we join our lives together, I give you my heart.” He grasped her hand, squeezing gently. “I want you to know that as we journey through life, we will do so as partners, lovers, and best friends. I love you, Mia.”
After his toast, there wasn’t a dry eye in the room. As tears slid down Mia’s cheeks, she stood up and placed her head against Jem’s chest. Looking up, she whispered, “Jem Chamberlain, you’re my everything.”
Jace rose from his chair and hollered, “Let’s start the party!”
Focusing in Jace’s direction, Jem sent him a message telepathically. When Jace nodded in agreement, he strolled over to the DJ they’d hired and whispered something to him.
In no time, the song “Thinking Out Loud,” by Ed Sheeran began to play, silencing the guests. Jem held out his hand to Mia. “Dance with me, sweetheart.”
Accepting his hand, he guided her to the center of the dining area that resembled a ballroom. Beautiful arrangements of red and pink roses in tall vases decorated the tables. The lights were low except for the enormous crystal chandelier above the dance floor. Wrapping one arm around her waist and holding her hand with the other, Jem pulled Mia in close. Their bodies meshed together as they swayed to the romantic tempo.
“Together forever,” he whispered in her ear.
“Always,” she whispered back.
****
Two days later, early in the morning, Jace quietly slipped out of bed, trying not to wake Tessa. He was eager to be downstairs when Jem and Mia got back from their honeymoon after a few days at a relaxing B&B near the beach.
While he got a shower, Tessa snuck out into the kitchen and fixed a bowl of fresh strawberries Angel had bought for her at the downtown farmers market. After everyone had first found out about her pregnancy, she’d started to get used to the spoiling—a benefit Angel had told her to enjoy.
So far, her pregnancy was healthy, well into her sixth month and feeling great. She had plenty of energy, no more morning sickness, and two babies that did laps under her rib cage every time she ate, especially if chocolate was involved.
Tessa’s pregnancy was nothing she’d prepared. She planned on her and Jace getting married before even talking about having children. After the initial shock had worn off when Helen first told her she was pregnant with twins, and already four months along, she’d fell in love with the idea of having Jace’s babies. She pictured two little blond haired, blue eyed boys that were the spitting image of him, but just a smaller version.
She was hoping that, like most women, her labor would be normal. The only thing she wished could be part of her children’s lives was her biological parents. Her mother abandoned her when she was born, and she had no idea who her father was. She’d been raised by her aunt and uncle since birth, not having the slightest clue about the Breedline species. Her aunt and uncle, having only the knowledge of a human world, didn’t know anything about her real bloodline. Tessa even had a twin out there in the world somewhere. Maybe someday she would get a lead on where her twin was if they were even still alive.
A soft voice cast over from the doorway. “Are the berries any good?”
Looking across the kitchen with the bowl in her hand, Tessa beamed like she’d won the lottery. “You’re back!”
Sitting down the bowl, she held out her arms. “Did you have fun on your honeymoon?” Tessa asked, pulling Mia into a hug.
“It was incredible,” Mia boasted, reaching for a strawberry. “How are you feeling?”
Tessa put her hand on her stomach. “They’re really starting to grow.” She smoothed her palm over her rounded belly.
“What does Jace think about becoming a father now that you only have three months left?” Mia asked as she took a bite of the berry.
“He talks to my belly every night, right before we go to bed.”
Mia chuckled. “Are you serious?”
Tessa grinned. “He already has names picked out, and he wants the first born named after Jem.”
Mia’s eyes softened. “Oh, that’s so sweet. What about baby number two?”
“Jax,” Tessa told her.
“Jax?” Mia said after a pause. “Where did he come up with that name?”
“He wants our second born named after his uncle Jackson, but just spelled differently. When Jace and Jem were just kids, they nicknamed him Uncle Jacks.”
“Sounds like you and Jace are ready to be parents,” Mia said, the tone hinted despair. All at once she looked down and let out a sigh.
“What’s wrong, Mia?”
Lifting her chin, Mia made a sound that came out as a groan. “It’s Eve.”
Tessa’s forehead wrinkled in concern as she took in the seriousness of her tone. “It’s okay, Mia. You can talk to me.”
Mia nodded, and her expression eased.
As she began to explain to Tessa about her and Jem’s decision to adopt Eve’s twins after they were born, Tessa listened quietly. Mia also told her it was a possibility Sebastian or the Chiang-shih demon could be the father of Eve’s twins. But it didn’t matter to her who their father was. Mia wasn’t going to let a stranger take in her nephews.
After she had finished talking, Tessa was silent for a moment. And then she reached over to squeeze Mia’s hand. “I understand, Mia. They’re innocent in all this just as Jem and Jace were when they were born. Both carried the very same gene. Eve’s children deserve the same chance, too.”
“Thank you, Tessa.” Mia breathed out as tears fell from her eyes. “I needed to hear that.”
Before Tessa left the kitchen, the two of them embraced. “Now all we have to do is convince Jace.” Tessa frowned as the image of Jace’s reaction popped into her head. “I’m not sure how he’ll take the news.”
When Tessa left, Mia leaned back against the kitchen counter and was not at ease in the slightest. She knew Jace wouldn’t tolerate Eve’s children raised in the same house with his own.
Going over to the table, she pulled out a chair and sat down. Leaning forward, she placed her hands over her face. She didn’t know how long she sat there, but eventually, Jem came in and sat down beside her. “Hey,” he said softly. “You okay?”
Mia flinched at the sound of his voice. Lifting her head, she lowered her hands. Her shoulders sagged as she looked at Jem. “You startled me,” Mia said, blowing out a breath. “How long have you been sitting there?”
Scooting his chair closer, he wrapped his arm around her. “Sorry, honey. I didn’t mean to scare you.” He smiled to reassure her. “I just sat down,” he said noticing the tension in her eyes. Unable to resist, he reached with a tentative hand to caress her cheek. “Talk to me, Mia.”
For no apparent reason, the thought of having Jem’s children came to mind. Mia wondered what it would be like to have his babies. They’d spoken about it once, but she really never actually thought about it—until now.
She sat in silence for a minute, her thoughts wracking inside her brain. And then her gaze swung to him. “I told Tessa about us adopting Eve’s twins.”
His blue eyes flickered, just a hint of reaction in their depths. “What did Tessa say?”
“She understands and gives us her blessings, but—“ She turned away, no longer able to look into his eyes, into so much warmth.
In the silence that followed, he said, “She doesn’t think my brother will be okay with this, does she?”
Mia shook her head and sighed. “No.”
As Jem sat there with his arm around Mia, he thought about his mother, Katlyn. She’d loved him and Jace no matter who their father was even after the demon killed her beloved, kidnapped her and took her body against her will. The one thing she cared the most about was the love of her family. She never dwelled on the past. Her children always came first.
Jem cocked his head to the side and studied her. “I love you,” he whispered close to her ear, the only comforting words he had at the moment.
She leaned her head on his shoulder. “I love you, too.”
To be continued...
NOTE: This is not part of the chapter. A reference for terms and characters, especially for new readers:
BREEDLINE - A species of humans that have the ability to change from human form into a wolf. They are not like the old legend of the Lycanthropy myth. Breedline species can shift into their wolf at will. The moon has no power over them. They do not pass their ability to other humans with a bite or scratch like the Lycanthropy myth.
The Breedline gene is passed down to offspring that are born identical twins. Although they live amongst human, their species must be kept secret.
In wolf form, they have super strength, speed, and heightened senses. Their lifespan is the same as a normal human, but they are immune to illness and disease. Only a silver bullet to the brain will kill them. All males change into their wolf at the age of eighteen. Females do not go through the change until they make love to their Breedline bonded mate.
BREEDLINE TWINS - Identical twins that are born from either one or both parents of the Breedline species. They have a strong, unbreakable bond from birth, are born with telepathic abilities, and have the power to sense the other's emotions or injuries. In some cases, the bond between twins are so strong, if one dies, the other twin may pass on, especially if they don't have a mate.
BREEDLINE BONDING - The male Breedline spends their life in search of their bonded mate. When the male comes in contact with her, he instantly feels a simultaneous, desirable attraction and she becomes the most important thing in his life. He is there to love, protect, and cherish her until death. Once they are mated, they bond for life. It is possible for them to have more than one mate in their lifespan.
BELOVED - A word used by a Breedline to express the bond to their mate.
DOUBLE BONDED - In some cases, male Breedline twins bond with the same female; but one will carry a stronger bond. Usually one of them must sacrifice for the other twin.
BREEDLINE COVENANT - The Breedline species must live within the boundaries of a Covenant, which is only formed with their species. The Covenant is governed and ruled by a head council. The council keeps their laws in order and oversees the species population.
THE BREEDLINE QUEEN - Over centuries the Breedline Covenant is ruled by a true Queen. If there is no Queen living, the Covenants are governed by an appointed head council until another Queen is born. A Breedline Queen is born once every one hundred years. Her massive stature, black fur, and red eyes are the Queen's trademarks. Her alpha wolf has twice the strength, speed, and size of any Breedline. The Queen is expected to rule over all the Breedline Covenants where she will be respected and obeyed by all Breedline. This is their absolute True Law.
THE QUEENS RING - This ring has been passed down to all Breedline Queens for generations. When the new Queen places the ring on, it instantly shifts in size to fit her finger.
TRUE LAW - All Breedline Covenants have an ancient book of laws. If either sex disobeys the Breedline laws, they can be shunned, or no longer protected by their Covenant. If a Breedline takes another life out of revenge, or evil - other than protecting their life, and the life of another - they will never have the ability to shift back human and cast out as a rogue wolf.
ROGUE WOLF - A Breedline shunned by their Covenant for taking another life out of revenge or evil and forced to live as a wolf until death without the ability to change human again. Some rogue wolves form into packs, which can be dangerous for other Breedline species.
RED (BLOOD) MOON - When the full moon passes through the amber shadow of the earth, producing a midnight eclipse visible across North America. So begins a lunar eclipse tetrad, a series of four consecutive total eclipses occurring at approximately six-month intervals. This incredible light beams into the heart of earth's shadow, filling it with a coppery glow and transforming the moon into a great red orb. During this time, all Breedline species that are mated have a strong desire to create offspring. This is also a time when Breedline females are more fertile for the conception of twins.
CHIANG-SHIH DEMON (Kiang shi, a.k.a Ramael Arminius) - An ancient demon that inhabits the body of a Breedline fetus before it's born, or during a Breedline's death. It continues to take the soul over the natural lifespan of the child, or the deceased Breedline. When the demon possesses a fetus, it breaks the bonding and telepathic abilities of their twin when they are born. If the demon possesses a deceased Breedline's body, it must do so before the soul passes on. If the soul is not intact, the body will soon die.
In most cases, the Chiang-shih demon will take the life of the other twin, even before their birth. The twin that is born with the demon will bring only evil to whomever they encounter. Their sole purpose is to gain full control of another soul and seek world domination.
There are two ways the demon is cast from the soul it possesses: By its firstborn son, and the Angel of Mercy, Zadkiel. The Beast is the only one who can kill a Chiang-shih demon.
THE BEAST - He is the second born son of the Chiang-shih demon. When provoked into a rage, he will shift into his Beast instead of his Breedline wolf. The Beast is an enormous, dangerous two-footed creature that has wolf-like features. One bite has enough venom to kill the Chiang-shih demon and leave the soul of the person the demon possessed unharmed.
SHADOW WALKER (a.k.a Shadow Figure, or Black Mass) - The perception of a patch of shadow as a living, humanoid figure, particularly interpreted by the Breedline as the presence of a malevolent entity. When a Breedline species dies and does not pass on to the other side, they are left to roam the earth as a shadow of themselves - a ghost. They will not pass on until they have settled unfinished business before their death.
ZADKIEL (Tzadqiel, a.k.a "Righteousness of God") - The Archangel of freedom, benevolence, and mercy, and the Patron Angel of all who forgives. Breedline species tradition considers him to be the Angel of Mercy.
SUCCUBUS (a.k.a CREEPERS) - Creatures that search for, and feeds off the blood of the Breedline species. Creepers are skilled at extreme sexual pleasure, and the ecstasy they create is exceedingly intense and highly addictive. They cast off a scent that hypnotizes Breedlines into overwhelming sexual urges. They use their human-like bodies and beautiful features to control and influence their thoughts.
They have the ability to reach into the Breedline's mind during sleep, casting a spell of dreams about sexual contact, or intercourse. And one much less obvious manifestation of Creepers is nightmares - realistic, graphic, terrifying nightmares that rob the Breedline of sleep. Over a period, it can lead to severe fatigue and depression, leaving them emotionally and spiritually drained. Death can occur if they completely take over the Breedline's body.
HALF-BREED - This species is born with the genes from both Breedline and succubus. They can bond with either a full-blood Breedline or another half-breed. They do not have the ability to change into the Breedline wolf, but they do need blood from them to survive. With the power to hypnotize, most Breedlines have minimal respect and credence toward the half-breed species.
WICCA (or Wise One) - According to the Breedline species, a Wicca is the goddess of magic, witchcraft, the night, moon, ghosts, and necromancy. A Wicca is also considered to be a demonic spirit. It is unclear to the Breedline if they act under the orders of the devil, or they are simply not understood and treated as outcasts. They have the ability to do white magic (good) or dark (evil).
KATAKO (a.k.a Lucas, or Dark Shadow) - He is the Chiang-shih demon's offspring that is born both Breedline and Wiccan. After one year, the Katako develops into an adult with the mind of a child, without reaching full maturity. It has the power to appear translucent, or become completely invisible. Being born half Breedline, it can shift into a wolf and transform, or mimic another creature with the power to instantly travel from one place to another. Their true purpose of creation is to bring forth the souls stuck in purgatory by using one drop of its blood. The Breedline Queen's bite is the only way to destroy it.
GOLEMS (a.k.a The Death Army) - Evil creatures created by dark Wiccans with the power of necromancy. By releasing the souls of demons stuck in purgatory, the Wicca can give them the ability to shape into a creature that is made from earth. These creatures have various qualities, such as mass strength, enormous stature, and the power to consume their victims by saturating them with mud.
GUARDIANS (a.k.a Spirits of the Forest) - They originated during the Middle Ages with the purpose of protecting all creatures, especially the Breedline from the destruction of any creation made by a dark Wicca. They have the ability to stay invisible with the power to move through any barrier and over any distance instantly.
THERIOMORPH - This species is born with the genes of a Breedline, but do not have the ability to change into a Breedline wolf. They shape shift into an enormous black panther. They possess powers of mind manipulation and random visions of the future. They must use the drug dopamine to suppress their urges. Their eye color shifts into a glowing lavender when their Theriomorph nature takes over. The Breedline see them as a threat to their species.
Jace Chamberlain (a.k.a The Beast) - He is a Breedline species which later discovers his birth father - who is possessed by the Chiang-shih demon - murdered his mother when he and his twin brother were four years old. Raised by their new foster family and their uncle Jacks, he later discovers he was born with a curse of the Beast. With the help of his twin brother Jem, and his bonded mate Tessa, they help him cope with his rage to keep the Beast at bay. He's an IT engineer and is the lead singer and plays acoustic guitar in the band Chaos.
Jem Chamberlain (a.k.a The Chosen Son) - He is a Breedline species and Jace's twin brother. He carries the gene of the Chiang-shih demon that gives him the power to create a portal, and a force of electric energy used as a weapon, and other powers he discovers later. His bonded mate is Mia Blackwood, and he's an IT engineer and the drummer in the band Chaos.
Tessa Fairchild - She was born into the human world and later discovers she's a Breedline. Abandoned by her parents, she was raised by her Aunt and Uncle without the knowledge of being born a twin. After she meets Jace, they become bonded mates. During her first change into her Breedline wolf, she is the new Breedline Queen. She is an inspiring artist.
Dr. John and Sarah Chamberlain - They are Jace, Jem and Cassie's adopted human parents. They are physicians in a children's unit, and also donates their time to the emergency center.
Chester and Amelia Ewan - They are called Guardians - a species originated during the Middle Ages with the purpose of protecting all creatures, especially the Breedline from the destruction of any creation made by a dark Wiccan.
Jackson Gray - He is Jace and Jem's biological uncle - Katlyn Gray's older brother. Although he carries the gene of the Breedline, he does not shift into a wolf. Only Breedlines born with an identical twin have the ability to change into their wolf. He's a medical supply pilot.
Mia Blackwood - She is a half-breed and Jem's bonded mate. Abandoned at birth and raised in human foster care, she later finds her twin sister, Eve.
EVE - She is a half-breed and Sebastian's bonded mate. Growing up in human foster care, she spent her entire childhood abused until Sebastian saves her. Scorned from her past, she lashes out in anger, living a life of crime later to discover her twin sister, Mia Blackwood. After realizing the Chiang-shih demon possesses Sebastian, Eve clings to the past in hopes of reuniting with her beloved. Now that Sebastian is finally free of the demon, she has trust issues, worried he has an alternative plan for their sons.
Sebastian Crow - He is a half-breed, and Eve's bonded mate. After he had been killed by Jace in self- defense, he was possessed by the Chiang-shih demon after the Angel of Mercy cast him out of Alexander's body. As he tried to portray Sebastian's life, Eve finally figured out his secret. Keeping her captive only to survive on her blood, he later develops feelings for her. The demon creates a death army, determined to dominate the world and unleash his wrath amongst humans and the Breedline. Now free from the demon, he is determined to reunite with his beloved Eve who is kept prisoner by the Breedline Covenant awaiting trial for her past crimes against them.
Alexander Crest - He is a Breedline who was possessed by the Chiang-shih demon before birth. Murdering his family, Alexander kidnapped his twin's bonded mate, Katlyn Gray. Keeping her prisoner against her will, she becomes pregnant with his twins. As she managed to escape before she gave birth, Alexander eventually kills her in a fit of rage. Returning for his chosen son twenty-two years later, he is determined to convince him to join his army. After the battle between the Breedline, the demon is finally cast out of Alexander setting his soul free. For the demon's past crimes, Alexander is pardoned and must reside in the Breedline Covenant. Praying for forgiveness, he reunites with his twin sons, Jace and Jem. As he fights to keep his new family safe, romance blossoms with Dr. Helen Carrington.
Tim Ross - He is a Breedline species and head council of the California Covenant. Angel, his bonded mate - who is a half-breed - has Tim's daughter they named Natalie, after her sister.
Angel - She is a half-breed and Tim's bonded mate.
Natalie - She is a half-breed and Tim and Angel's daughter.
Kyle Jones - He is a Breedline species that resides in the California Covenant. Having lost his family to a house fire at childhood, his uncle Tim Ross has raised him since. Celina Baldolf is his bonded mate. He's a mechanic and also Jace and Jem's close friend, and plays bass in the rock band Chaos.
Casey Barton - He was born of the Breedline species, and lives in the California Covenant. He was adopted by Tim Ross's brother and carries a deep dark secret, afraid to reveal to the Breedline. He is a clothing model and plays backup bass and keyboards in the band Chaos.
Dr. Helen Carrington - She is a Breedline species and a physician at the California Bates hospital for both Breedlines and humans. Later, she discovers Jace and Jem carry a gene, possibly used for a cure to stop the aging process in her species. After Alexander's demon is banished, he is pardoned for all past crimes and welcomed into the Breedline Covenant. When he meets Helen, they become bonded mates.
Drakon Hexus - He is a Breedline species. At a young age, his first bonded mate was killed by her father. In a rage, he hunts and kills her murderer, breaking the Breedline's True Law. Shunned by his Covenant and forced to live as a rogue wolf, he's promised his humanity back if he joins the Chiang-shih demon's army. After Drakon discovers the demon's plans to destroy all humans and half-breeds, he betrays him and joins forces with the Breedline. As time passes, he bonds with another mate, Cassie Chamberlain.
Cassie Chamberlain - Adopted at age two by Jace and Jem's adopted parents after her mother abandons her. Later, she discovers she is a Breedline species and bonds with the handsome Drakon Hexus. She is a nurse practitioner, specializing in the neonatal intensive care unit.
Malachi O'Conner - He was born a Breedline species, and shunned by the Breedline Covenant after breaking their True Law. Alexander Crest's demon later forced him into joining his army of rogue wolves. After he had tried to escape, he endured cruel torture from the Alexander's Chiang-shih demon. He was later rescued by the Breedline and pardoned for his past crimes.
Celina Baldolf - She is a Breedline species with the power of a Wiccan, but only practices white witchcraft. Her twin sister Taliah - a dark Wicca - murdered their parents when they were twelve years old. Dr. Helen Carrington is their aunt, and Kyle Jones is Celina's Breedline bonded mate. She is an editor for a local publishing company.
Taliah Baldolf - She is a Breedline species and the mother of the Katako. Using her powers as a dark Wiccan, she joins forces with the Chiang-shih demon to create his death army. After she threatens to kill the Breedline Queen, the Beast overpowers her and sends her to her death.
Samuel Mercier - He is a Breedline and a council member from France that has secretly turned against his own Covenant to help the Chiang-shih demon. He and his other Breedline traitors go into hiding after the Breedline destroy the demon, desperate to seek revenge against the Covenant.
Fredrick Mercier - He is a Breedline and Samuel Mercier's identical twin. Also, he's a council member from France that has secretly turned against the Covenant to help the Chiang-shih demon.
Corbin Azzo - He is a Breedline and a council member that has turned against the Covenant to help the Chiang-shih demon.
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and 2 member cents. BREEDLINE - A species of humans that have the ability to change from human form into a wolf. They are not like the old legend of the Lycanthropy myth. Breedline species can shift into their wolf at will. The moon has no power over them. They do not pass their ability to other humans with a bite or scratch like the Lycanthropy myth.
The Breedline gene is passed down to offspring that are born identical twins. Although they live amongst human, their species must be kept secret.
In wolf form, they have super strength, speed, and heightened senses. Their lifespan is the same as a normal human, but they are immune to illness and disease. Only a silver bullet to the brain will kill them. All males change into their wolf at the age of eighteen. Females do not go through the change until they make love to their Breedline bonded mate.
BREEDLINE TWINS - Identical twins that are born from either one or both parents of the Breedline species. They have a strong, unbreakable bond from birth, are born with telepathic abilities, and have the power to sense the other's emotions or injuries. In some cases, the bond between twins are so strong, if one dies, the other twin may pass on, especially if they don't have a mate.
BREEDLINE BONDING - The male Breedline spends their life in search of their bonded mate. When the male comes in contact with her, he instantly feels a simultaneous, desirable attraction and she becomes the most important thing in his life. He is there to love, protect, and cherish her until death. Once they are mated, they bond for life. It is possible for them to have more than one mate in their lifespan.
BELOVED - A word used by a Breedline to express the bond to their mate.
DOUBLE BONDED - In some cases, male Breedline twins bond with the same female; but one will carry a stronger bond. Usually one of them must sacrifice for the other twin.
BREEDLINE COVENANT - The Breedline species must live within the boundaries of a Covenant, which is only formed with their species. The Covenant is governed and ruled by a head council. The council keeps their laws in order and oversees the species population.
THE BREEDLINE QUEEN - Over centuries the Breedline Covenant is ruled by a true Queen. If there is no Queen living, the Covenants are governed by an appointed head council until another Queen is born. A Breedline Queen is born once every one hundred years. Her massive stature, black fur, and red eyes are the Queen's trademarks. Her alpha wolf has twice the strength, speed, and size of any Breedline. The Queen is expected to rule over all the Breedline Covenants where she will be respected and obeyed by all Breedline. This is their absolute True Law.
THE QUEENS RING - This ring has been passed down to all Breedline Queens for generations. When the new Queen places the ring on, it instantly shifts in size to fit her finger.
TRUE LAW - All Breedline Covenants have an ancient book of laws. If either sex disobeys the Breedline laws, they can be shunned, or no longer protected by their Covenant. If a Breedline takes another life out of revenge, or evil - other than protecting their life, and the life of another - they will never have the ability to shift back human and cast out as a rogue wolf.
ROGUE WOLF - A Breedline shunned by their Covenant for taking another life out of revenge or evil and forced to live as a wolf until death without the ability to change human again. Some rogue wolves form into packs, which can be dangerous for other Breedline species.
RED (BLOOD) MOON - When the full moon passes through the amber shadow of the earth, producing a midnight eclipse visible across North America. So begins a lunar eclipse tetrad, a series of four consecutive total eclipses occurring at approximately six-month intervals. This incredible light beams into the heart of earth's shadow, filling it with a coppery glow and transforming the moon into a great red orb. During this time, all Breedline species that are mated have a strong desire to create offspring. This is also a time when Breedline females are more fertile for the conception of twins.
CHIANG-SHIH DEMON (Kiang shi, a.k.a Ramael Arminius) - An ancient demon that inhabits the body of a Breedline fetus before it's born, or during a Breedline's death. It continues to take the soul over the natural lifespan of the child, or the deceased Breedline. When the demon possesses a fetus, it breaks the bonding and telepathic abilities of their twin when they are born. If the demon possesses a deceased Breedline's body, it must do so before the soul passes on. If the soul is not intact, the body will soon die.
In most cases, the Chiang-shih demon will take the life of the other twin, even before their birth. The twin that is born with the demon will bring only evil to whomever they encounter. Their sole purpose is to gain full control of another soul and seek world domination.
There are two ways the demon is cast from the soul it possesses: By its firstborn son, and the Angel of Mercy, Zadkiel. The Beast is the only one who can kill a Chiang-shih demon.
THE BEAST - He is the second born son of the Chiang-shih demon. When provoked into a rage, he will shift into his Beast instead of his Breedline wolf. The Beast is an enormous, dangerous two-footed creature that has wolf-like features. One bite has enough venom to kill the Chiang-shih demon and leave the soul of the person the demon possessed unharmed.
SHADOW WALKER (a.k.a Shadow Figure, or Black Mass) - The perception of a patch of shadow as a living, humanoid figure, particularly interpreted by the Breedline as the presence of a malevolent entity. When a Breedline species dies and does not pass on to the other side, they are left to roam the earth as a shadow of themselves - a ghost. They will not pass on until they have settled unfinished business before their death.
ZADKIEL (Tzadqiel, a.k.a "Righteousness of God") - The Archangel of freedom, benevolence, and mercy, and the Patron Angel of all who forgives. Breedline species tradition considers him to be the Angel of Mercy.
SUCCUBUS (a.k.a CREEPERS) - Creatures that search for, and feeds off the blood of the Breedline species. Creepers are skilled at extreme sexual pleasure, and the ecstasy they create is exceedingly intense and highly addictive. They cast off a scent that hypnotizes Breedlines into overwhelming sexual urges. They use their human-like bodies and beautiful features to control and influence their thoughts.
They have the ability to reach into the Breedline's mind during sleep, casting a spell of dreams about sexual contact, or intercourse. And one much less obvious manifestation of Creepers is nightmares - realistic, graphic, terrifying nightmares that rob the Breedline of sleep. Over a period, it can lead to severe fatigue and depression, leaving them emotionally and spiritually drained. Death can occur if they completely take over the Breedline's body.
HALF-BREED - This species is born with the genes from both Breedline and succubus. They can bond with either a full-blood Breedline or another half-breed. They do not have the ability to change into the Breedline wolf, but they do need blood from them to survive. With the power to hypnotize, most Breedlines have minimal respect and credence toward the half-breed species.
WICCA (or Wise One) - According to the Breedline species, a Wicca is the goddess of magic, witchcraft, the night, moon, ghosts, and necromancy. A Wicca is also considered to be a demonic spirit. It is unclear to the Breedline if they act under the orders of the devil, or they are simply not understood and treated as outcasts. They have the ability to do white magic (good) or dark (evil).
KATAKO (a.k.a Lucas, or Dark Shadow) - He is the Chiang-shih demon's offspring that is born both Breedline and Wiccan. After one year, the Katako develops into an adult with the mind of a child, without reaching full maturity. It has the power to appear translucent, or become completely invisible. Being born half Breedline, it can shift into a wolf and transform, or mimic another creature with the power to instantly travel from one place to another. Their true purpose of creation is to bring forth the souls stuck in purgatory by using one drop of its blood. The Breedline Queen's bite is the only way to destroy it.
GOLEMS (a.k.a The Death Army) - Evil creatures created by dark Wiccans with the power of necromancy. By releasing the souls of demons stuck in purgatory, the Wicca can give them the ability to shape into a creature that is made from earth. These creatures have various qualities, such as mass strength, enormous stature, and the power to consume their victims by saturating them with mud.
GUARDIANS (a.k.a Spirits of the Forest) - They originated during the Middle Ages with the purpose of protecting all creatures, especially the Breedline from the destruction of any creation made by a dark Wicca. They have the ability to stay invisible with the power to move through any barrier and over any distance instantly.
THERIOMORPH - This species is born with the genes of a Breedline, but do not have the ability to change into a Breedline wolf. They shape shift into an enormous black panther. They possess powers of mind manipulation and random visions of the future. They must use the drug dopamine to suppress their urges. Their eye color shifts into a glowing lavender when their Theriomorph nature takes over. The Breedline see them as a threat to their species.
Jace Chamberlain (a.k.a The Beast) - He is a Breedline species which later discovers his birth father - who is possessed by the Chiang-shih demon - murdered his mother when he and his twin brother were four years old. Raised by their new foster family and their uncle Jacks, he later discovers he was born with a curse of the Beast. With the help of his twin brother Jem, and his bonded mate Tessa, they help him cope with his rage to keep the Beast at bay. He's an IT engineer and is the lead singer and plays acoustic guitar in the band Chaos.
Jem Chamberlain (a.k.a The Chosen Son) - He is a Breedline species and Jace's twin brother. He carries the gene of the Chiang-shih demon that gives him the power to create a portal, and a force of electric energy used as a weapon, and other powers he discovers later. His bonded mate is Mia Blackwood, and he's an IT engineer and the drummer in the band Chaos.
Tessa Fairchild - She was born into the human world and later discovers she's a Breedline. Abandoned by her parents, she was raised by her Aunt and Uncle without the knowledge of being born a twin. After she meets Jace, they become bonded mates. During her first change into her Breedline wolf, she is the new Breedline Queen. She is an inspiring artist.
Dr. John and Sarah Chamberlain - They are Jace, Jem and Cassie's adopted human parents. They are physicians in a children's unit, and also donates their time to the emergency center.
Chester and Amelia Ewan - They are called Guardians - a species originated during the Middle Ages with the purpose of protecting all creatures, especially the Breedline from the destruction of any creation made by a dark Wiccan.
Jackson Gray - He is Jace and Jem's biological uncle - Katlyn Gray's older brother. Although he carries the gene of the Breedline, he does not shift into a wolf. Only Breedlines born with an identical twin have the ability to change into their wolf. He's a medical supply pilot.
Mia Blackwood - She is a half-breed and Jem's bonded mate. Abandoned at birth and raised in human foster care, she later finds her twin sister, Eve.
EVE - She is a half-breed and Sebastian's bonded mate. Growing up in human foster care, she spent her entire childhood abused until Sebastian saves her. Scorned from her past, she lashes out in anger, living a life of crime later to discover her twin sister, Mia Blackwood. After realizing the Chiang-shih demon possesses Sebastian, Eve clings to the past in hopes of reuniting with her beloved. Now that Sebastian is finally free of the demon, she has trust issues, worried he has an alternative plan for their sons.
Sebastian Crow - He is a half-breed, and Eve's bonded mate. After he had been killed by Jace in self- defense, he was possessed by the Chiang-shih demon after the Angel of Mercy cast him out of Alexander's body. As he tried to portray Sebastian's life, Eve finally figured out his secret. Keeping her captive only to survive on her blood, he later develops feelings for her. The demon creates a death army, determined to dominate the world and unleash his wrath amongst humans and the Breedline. Now free from the demon, he is determined to reunite with his beloved Eve who is kept prisoner by the Breedline Covenant awaiting trial for her past crimes against them.
Alexander Crest - He is a Breedline who was possessed by the Chiang-shih demon before birth. Murdering his family, Alexander kidnapped his twin's bonded mate, Katlyn Gray. Keeping her prisoner against her will, she becomes pregnant with his twins. As she managed to escape before she gave birth, Alexander eventually kills her in a fit of rage. Returning for his chosen son twenty-two years later, he is determined to convince him to join his army. After the battle between the Breedline, the demon is finally cast out of Alexander setting his soul free. For the demon's past crimes, Alexander is pardoned and must reside in the Breedline Covenant. Praying for forgiveness, he reunites with his twin sons, Jace and Jem. As he fights to keep his new family safe, romance blossoms with Dr. Helen Carrington.
Tim Ross - He is a Breedline species and head council of the California Covenant. Angel, his bonded mate - who is a half-breed - has Tim's daughter they named Natalie, after her sister.
Angel - She is a half-breed and Tim's bonded mate.
Natalie - She is a half-breed and Tim and Angel's daughter.
Kyle Jones - He is a Breedline species that resides in the California Covenant. Having lost his family to a house fire at childhood, his uncle Tim Ross has raised him since. Celina Baldolf is his bonded mate. He's a mechanic and also Jace and Jem's close friend, and plays bass in the rock band Chaos.
Casey Barton - He was born of the Breedline species, and lives in the California Covenant. He was adopted by Tim Ross's brother and carries a deep dark secret, afraid to reveal to the Breedline. He is a clothing model and plays backup bass and keyboards in the band Chaos.
Dr. Helen Carrington - She is a Breedline species and a physician at the California Bates hospital for both Breedlines and humans. Later, she discovers Jace and Jem carry a gene, possibly used for a cure to stop the aging process in her species. After Alexander's demon is banished, he is pardoned for all past crimes and welcomed into the Breedline Covenant. When he meets Helen, they become bonded mates.
Drakon Hexus - He is a Breedline species. At a young age, his first bonded mate was killed by her father. In a rage, he hunts and kills her murderer, breaking the Breedline's True Law. Shunned by his Covenant and forced to live as a rogue wolf, he's promised his humanity back if he joins the Chiang-shih demon's army. After Drakon discovers the demon's plans to destroy all humans and half-breeds, he betrays him and joins forces with the Breedline. As time passes, he bonds with another mate, Cassie Chamberlain.
Cassie Chamberlain - Adopted at age two by Jace and Jem's adopted parents after her mother abandons her. Later, she discovers she is a Breedline species and bonds with the handsome Drakon Hexus. She is a nurse practitioner, specializing in the neonatal intensive care unit.
Malachi O'Conner - He was born a Breedline species, and shunned by the Breedline Covenant after breaking their True Law. Alexander Crest's demon later forced him into joining his army of rogue wolves. After he had tried to escape, he endured cruel torture from the Alexander's Chiang-shih demon. He was later rescued by the Breedline and pardoned for his past crimes.
Celina Baldolf - She is a Breedline species with the power of a Wiccan, but only practices white witchcraft. Her twin sister Taliah - a dark Wicca - murdered their parents when they were twelve years old. Dr. Helen Carrington is their aunt, and Kyle Jones is Celina's Breedline bonded mate. She is an editor for a local publishing company.
Taliah Baldolf - She is a Breedline species and the mother of the Katako. Using her powers as a dark Wiccan, she joins forces with the Chiang-shih demon to create his death army. After she threatens to kill the Breedline Queen, the Beast overpowers her and sends her to her death.
Samuel Mercier - He is a Breedline and a council member from France that has secretly turned against his own Covenant to help the Chiang-shih demon. He and his other Breedline traitors go into hiding after the Breedline destroy the demon, desperate to seek revenge against the Covenant.
Fredrick Mercier - He is a Breedline and Samuel Mercier's identical twin. Also, he's a council member from France that has secretly turned against the Covenant to help the Chiang-shih demon.
Corbin Azzo - He is a Breedline and a council member that has turned against the Covenant to help the Chiang-shih demon.
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