Blood Of The Cursed

by BrittanyAnn Robinson

  His eyes were searching mine for the answer. My face lit up. I grabbed his shirt in fist fulls, bringing him to his full height. I jumped up, wrapping my arms around his neck and my legs around his waist. I grabbed his face and planted my lips against his. Tears streaming down my cheeks.

  “Yes! Of course, I will marry you. I love you so much, Rhett. God, I love you so fucking much.”

  He tightened his hold on me, giving me a deeper kiss and a tighter hug. I could feel him sigh in relief. Rhett let me slide down his body, grabbing my left hand, he slid the gorgeous ring onto my ring finger. He held my hand, looking at the ring. Smiling. Bringing my hand up to his lips, he placed a gentle kiss to my knuckles.

  Next thing you know, you heard howling, cheering, and clapping. Wolves and people came walking out of the woods. That’s when I fell apart. I knew instantly that so many of the people that I loved, played a part in this event today. My heart swelled with joy and happiness.

  Rhett quickly picked me up. Cradling me in his arms. I wrapped my arms around his neck. Burying my face into his shoulder. Breathing in his scent. I moaned. He has the most unique and erotic scent on the planet.

  Rhett kissed the top of my head and then looked at everyone who surrounded us. “Thank you, everyone, for helping me pull this off while the girls distracted Scarlett today. Now, let’s head back to the packhouse and celebrate!” Everyone started howling and cheering once again. All of their faces lit with happiness. I feel bad that I hadn’t had the chance to talk with them and check upon them. But by the look of all of them, they’re doing well. I think seeing their alpha so stress-free and happy at the moment made their lives brighter.

  Rhett carefully set me down. “How about we go back to the house and party the rest of the night away before we go back to reality tomorrow? Sound good to you, fiance.” his smile was from ear to ear.

  “Let’s go!” I yelled in excitement. Rhett grabbed my hand and we ran off the beach and through the path to the house. We were halfway there when I heard booming music coming from the house. I heard tons of chatter and laughter. We got to the house and it was all lit up. When we got closer I noticed a ton of familiar faces, my pack and my parents’ pack were all gathered at our house! Oh my god! Everyone knew about this but me! For all of them to keep this hidden from me must have taken so much work. I’m the luckiest wolf alive. Everyone had drinks in their hands. There had to have been at least 200 wolves here to celebrate. I stopped walking and turned to face Rhett.

  “I hope you know that you’re the most amazing being to walk this earth. I love you with all of my heart and I’m so glad that I’m your mate. I can’t wait to marry you and have our mating ceremony. You’re the best thing that has ever happened to me.” Wrapping my arms around his neck and standing on my toes to give him a kiss. He wrapped his around my waist, lifting me off of the ground. He twirled us around in circles.

  Someone cleared their throat behind us. Rhett stopped swirling us to see who it was.

  “Hey sweetheart, congratulations!” my mom said with excitement. I let go of Rhett and ran to my mom, enveloping her into a big hug. Breathing in her caramel and vanilla scent. She had the most gentle scent. Smelled like home. We both started crying. She rubbed my hair and held me. “Baby girl I’m so happy for you. You deserve all this and more. I couldn’t have asked for a better man to come into your life. I’m so proud!” She cried into my hair.

  “I love you, mama. I’m so glad that you’re here.” I cried.

  My dad appeared and wrapped his arms my mother and I. “Congrats sugar cube. My heart is happy for you. I couldn’t be more excited for my baby, this is all I’ve ever wanted for you.” He said softly.

  “Thanks, dad! I’m really really happy. He makes me happy.” Tears were brimming my eyes. My parents getting sappy does this to me.

  Dad let me go and went over and took Rhett into a hug. Rhett was somewhat stiff at first, but then returned the hug. Alpha’s don’t exactly do the sappy stuff with other men, especially other alphas. Dad patted him on the back, then released him. “Good job, son. You’ve done me proud. My girl is in good hands. I’m thankful for that.” he said with all seriousness.

  Rhett nodded and smiled. He looked at me and held out his hand for me to take. Taking his hand he pulled me into his side, wrapping one around me, holding me close.

  “It’s time to party.” he said with a gleam in his eyes. We walked in the house together, my parents in tow behind us. The house was packed, and considering how big the house was, it says a lot about how many people were here. We had to squeeze our way through. All the while, getting pats on our backs, and hugs. Everyone was happy for us. Which made me even more elated. Finally making it to the kitchen where all our friends were, we found tons and tons of alcohol and food. I can’t believe how many people set this up. No wonder it took no time at all for them to manage all of this. They had two packs working together to accomplish this. It worked beautifully.

  “There’s the couple of the evening!” yelled Jackson while he held Athena to him. Hazel was sitting on the counter with Finn standing between her legs. They all instantly stood up and crowded us. Pulling us into one giant group hug.

  “I can’t believe you girls were able to keep this a secret from me. I knew you guys were acting funny, but I had no idea this is what you were acting funny about. I’m impressed!” I yelled over the loud music.

  “It wasn’t easy to trust me. Especially with Hazel and all her slips. But I understand her excitement. When we were in the truck waiting for you, Rhett group messaged us a picture of the ring, asking for approval. It was gorgeous and we couldn’t help but get more excited. It fits our beautiful queen wonderfully. I mean look at that thing on your finger. It was made for you, girl!” Athena squealing with excitement while holding my hand and admiring the ring.

  The guys just stood there, watching us with twinkles in their eyes. “Come on baby, dance with me.” Rhett pulled my hand and made me follow him into the living room. All the furniture had been slid back to the walls, allowing for more room for people to dance. He raised my hand and twirled me in front of him. I laughed and so did he. It was such an amazing sound, his laughter. It sent waves of chills down my spine. This was going to be a good night. We danced and danced. I ground myself against him every chance I got. He was getting hard as a rock, so he’d push me away to calm himself down so we could dance more. Finally, when he had enough he lifted me up and threw me over his shoulder.

  “Oh my god, Rhett! Put me down you giant!” I screamed with laughter. He laid a hard smack to my ass. Everyone hooted and hollered at him, knowing full well what came next.

  Rhett carried me kicking and screaming all the way upstairs and into our bedroom. He closed the door behind us, with three long strides to the bed, he threw me down on it.

  After a straight hour of incredible sex, Rhett and I laid on the bed sprawled out, panting heavily. Both of us covered in sweat. “I don’t think I’ve ever come that hard in my life, Scarlett. Jesus Christ, what was that thing you were doing with your tongue? It was fan-fucking-tastic.” Rhett breathed heavily.

  I looked at him and winked, still trying to catch my breath. “Let’s hop in the shower and get back to the party. It sounds like it’s still in full swing. I’m sure everyone is starting to wonder where we’re at.” Shakily I climbed out of bed. My legs felt like jello. That boy can fuck hard as hell. I’m going to be feeling this for days. I wobbled all the way to the shower. Turning it on and letting the hot water run, I went to the mirror above the sink and started pulling the rest of the pins out of my hair, letting it fall behind me. Rhett came up behind me and started kissing my neck.

  “Mmmm.” I moaned

  “Keep moaning like that and we might not get to the party for another hour, baby.” He grazed the bite mark on my shoulder with his teeth, then kissed it. “Mine” he growled.

  “Baby, get your ass in the shower. We aren’t going to be held up in bed all night when there’s a crazy party be
low us.” He shook his head in disappointment. I giggled. He slapped my ass and got in the shower.

  I followed behind him. Rhett grabbed my waist and pulled me close. Letting the hot water run down both of our bodies. Grabbing my loofah and squirting some body wash on it, he then began to wash my body. Gently washing me from my neck to my toes. Nothing sexual about it. Just simply taking care of me. I returned the favor. After we rinsed off, we got out and got dressed. I slipped on a baggy shirt and some short shorts. Towel dried my hair so it dried naturally. Rhett already dressed, sitting on the bed, watching me intently while I do my own thing. I caught him smiling.

  “You’re fucking gorgeous. You know that, right?” He said gruffly.

  “I do. Only because you tell me multiple times a day. You know you’re pretty fucking gorgeous yourself.” I said while walking over and straddling him on the bed. Running a finger from the nape of his neck to his pants line. I felt him start to grow under the pants. I laughed. “Not again. Let’s go!” I hopped off of him and made my out of the room.

  “You’re the fucking devil!” He yelled from the room.

  I had a little bit of self-satisfaction from that. I loved teasing him to death. I’m sure I’ll get back in full swing later. As I thought, everyone was still partying hard. Mostly everyone was outside in the backyard, surrounded by a blazing fire. A few stragglers in the house. Two of them being my father and Finn. They were huddled in the hallway by the office, whisper. I thought that odd.

  “What are you two doing down there. What’s up?” I walked up to them and they both just stared at me. “What?” I asked more impatiently. Rhett finally made it downstairs and came up behind me, setting his hands on my hips.

  “We finally were contacted by Sybil and Amora. They have some answers and mentioned it was of great importance that we meet first thing tomorrow to discuss where we go from here. They send their best wishes and congratulations to you and Rhett.” My dad said firmly. I can tell he’s in all serious and thinking mode now.

  “I’m going to get your mother and then we are going to head home. I have some calls to make.” Yup, back to business mode a little sooner than I had liked, but it’s expected. We have to figure this out and stop the disease from spreading any further.

  “Okay, dad. We will meet you outside to say our goodbyes.” He nodded and walked out of the house to search for my mother. Finn, Rhett, and I just stood there staring at each other.

  “Whatever comes next, we will get through it. The packs won’t let anything happen to either of you. You two do know that, right?” Finn said it like he knew something really bad was about to happen. Rhett and I gave him a concerned look. He just nodded at us both and walked away.

  “What the fuck was that about.” Rhett squeezed my shoulders, then grabbed my hand and walked us both outside. My parents were standing by my dad's suburban. Giving their thanks and goodbyes to our pack. I walked up to them and brought them both in for a hug.

  “Thank you guys for everything. Raising me. Teaching me the ways of the world. Teaching me not to take anything less than what I deserve. I’m happy, and the both of you started it all. Thank you. I love you guys.” I held them for a few moments before letting go. They both gave my head a kiss and a nod.

  My mom gave Rhett a hug and then hopped in the suburban. Rhett and my dad gave each other a handshake. “You guys should probably be at my house bright and early. We’ll have coffee and talk with Sybil and Amora. But tonight, enjoy yourselves. Who knows when the next time comes that we get a night like this.” We nodded in agreement, he joined my mother in the suburban and took off.

  Rhett and I went back to the party. All of us enjoyed ourselves for the next couple of hours. After that, everyone went home. Some of the pack stayed back to help clean up. Clean up didn’t take long. We exchanged goodbyes with our friends as they made their way to their houses. Rhett and I went upstairs and snuggled in bed. He caressed my hair while my head lay on his chest. His other hand played with the ring on my finger. I started to doze off, listening to his breathing and his heartbeat.

  Right before I fell completely asleep, Rhett whispered “Scarlett, things are probably going to be really chaotic from here on out. Who knows for how long. But just know I’ll be right by your side through it all. I’ll protect you with my life.” He kissed my head and was silent.

  “I love you.” I whispered and that’s when sleep consumed me.

  11

  After waking up and having breakfast downstairs with the normal group of misfits, Scarlett and I said our goodbyes and drove off to her parent's packhouse. Finn and Jackson followed behind us. Scarlett was a ball of anxiousness. My wolf was irritated that she felt that way and he was growling at me. Shut up wolf.

  “Baby, are you okay?”

  “Yeah. I’m just really curious as to what Sybil and Amora found out. I want all of this to end. My wolf keeps telling me something bad is going to happen and I just don’t want her to be right. I’m worried about all the people we love.” She replied while staring out the window, lost in thought.

  “I know baby, we will get it all figured out. I’ll do everything within my power to make sure this ends soon, I hate seeing you in such turmoil. My wolf is going crazy and he just wants to protect you.” I grabbed her hand and she squeezed it tightly.

  We made it to her parents in record time, I didn’t waste a single second. The sooner we had answers the sooner we can form a plan and get this shit over with. I can’t have my mate living her life this way, it’s killing me. It’s an Alpha’s job to worry about everyone, but Scarlett does just as much worrying as I do. Watching her worry and hurt makes my wolf and I very angry.

  Scarlett jumped out of Jeep as soon as it was parked and ran into the house. Jackson and Finn parked right next to me. She’s just as determined as I am. I quickly followed behind her and the guys behind me. Her parents, Amora, Sybil, and Dakota were all sitting in the dining room with cups of coffee and tea. They had brought in extra chairs to accommodate all of us that showed up.

  Scarlett sat next to her mother who was on the side of the table to Barret’s left. I grabbed the chair at the other end of the table, directly opposite of her father. Alphas don’t like sitting anywhere else other than the two ends of a table. We nodded at each other. Finn and Jackson joined on both sides of me. Dakota sat to the right of Barret on the side of the table. Amora sat next to Scarlett, and Sybil was opposite of Amora, next to Dakota.

  “Please, make yourselves comfortable. Grab a coffee cup from the tray and drink some coffee. This isn’t going to be a short talk and you’ll want some energy.” Barret suggested, looking around the table.

  I watched Scarlett grab a cup and pour herself some coffee. She grabbed three more and poured Jackson, Finn, and I some coffee, bringing each of us a cup. The guys thanked her and she smiled. She got to me with her cup in her other hand, setting mine down in front of me, she plopped down on my lap. Bringing my wolf and I some much-needed comfort. My wolf growled with satisfaction. She has always fit perfectly against me. She adjusted herself and leaned against my chest. I leaned back to make her more comfortable, wrapping an arm around her waist. She tilted her head up and kissed my neck quickly before turning back to the rest of the table.

  “Let’s get this started.” She said looking between Amora and Sybil.

  The witches nodded.

  “Amora and I have been in contact with the strongest covens in the state. Which contain both of our covens and two others. As you know, witch covens are the keepers of all wolf, vampire, and witch history journals. We have been doing extensive research, with no sleep. We have also gotten calls from covens, informing us that witches are being attacked by infected wolves and vampires. Covens are doing their best to control the witches who turn dark. It is causing great panic among the factions and…”

  “I know of all the panic. I’ve been getting calls and e-mails left and right about how this is escalating. Please go right into the part where we stop this.” Ba
rret commanded with growing impatience, cutting off Sybil. Leaving no room for slack in the conversation. I nodded in agreement.

  The witches looked at him and then nodded. “Anyway, the findings showed us that the only way to break a curse or a strong spell that’s only unique to one spell caster is with the blood of a newly mated wolf couple, as their blood combined is strong with power. And in this specific curse, we will need the blood from each infected species. We must find the original cursed wolf and vampire, and the witch must be in blood relation to the witch who had cast the spell. This is where the problem herein lies. Circee has only one living relative. Her younger sister. Who had gone missing along with Circee.” She took a deep breath.

  “ No one knows the whereabouts of her sister, Celeste. I’m assuming she’s in no hurry to come out of hiding with what her sister had done. The only thing we can do is call out to her and hope she receives our message. She has to know that she’s in no way going to be harmed for her sister’s actions. She had no part in that. She’s young, alone, and scared.” Amora sipped on her cup of tea, her attention on Barret, waiting for his reply.

  “How do we find the two first infected individuals? We can’t exactly sit here and wait around for her to be in contact. Are you sure there’s no way to find her? No way at all?” I growled. I was getting pissed off that we got all this information but are still at square one. It’s like the solution is at our fingertips, yet so fucking far away.