Scarlett (Second Edition) by Karima Saad Usman novel Chapter 70

“Clay’s in the shower, and Maxwell stepped out for a hit, he answered gently. “The mission was successful, Scarlett. We took care of the threat. Everyone is safe.” His gaze lingered on me, full of warmth and a depth of love I never expected to see. His eyes held a kind of softness I hadn’t known he could show, and it made my heart flutter.

Feeling a bit shy, I lowered my gaze, but Lucian wasn’t having it. He lifted my chin with his fingers, drawing my face back to his. He closed the small distance between us, leaning in to kiss me with a sweetness that was almost too much to bear.

His lips were gentle, his touch tender, and I felt myself melt, forgetting for a moment all the strange things that had happened. His affection was like a balm, easing the confusion and fear tangled inside me.

“The doctor thinks you just suffered from a severe migraine, Scarlett,” he linked me softly, his voice a comforting whisper in my mind. “He’s confident you’ll be alright.” I hesitated, wondering if I should mention the voice–the strange, insistent voice that had nearly split my head open. I didn’t know if I was ready to tell him, not yet. But I did need answers, and there was one question pressing on my mind that I couldn’t hold back.

“Lucian,” I began cautiously, pulling back slightly from the kiss to look into his eyes. “How did Tiger come to you? Did you hear him before he appeared?”

Lucian’s eyes darkened, shifting to the black that marked his connection with his wolf, Tiger. It was intense and mesmerising, a look that was both familiar and primal.

“Scarlett,” Tiger’s voice filled my mind, playful and full of mischief. “You called my name,” he teased, and I couldn’t help but smile.

“Actually, I was talking to Lucian,” I said with a grin, “but I’ve missed you too.” I kissed him again, feeling the brief thrill of Tiger’s presence before he receded, allowing Lucian to return.

Lucian looked thoughtful, as if searching his memory before answering. “The three of us went hiking in Clay’s highlands,” he said, his voice soft, almost nostalgic. “We’d planned–it for weeks. It was on that hike that I shifted for the first time.”

My heart dropped slightly. That wasn’t what I was hoping to hear. “So, you didn’t hear Tiger in your mind beforehand? He never spoke to you until you shifted?”

He shook his head gently. “No, Scarlett. I didn’t hear Tiger until after my first shift.”

A wave of disappointment and worry washed over me. Something inside me was stirring, something I couldn’t quite understand. I knew that wolves only spoke to their mates through the bond after the shift. But this voice I’d heard, the pain that accompanied it… it was something different, something outside the ordinary. Lucian must have sensed my unease because he reached out, taking my hand gently. He lifted my palm and pressed it to his chest, right over

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his heart.

“You’re not alone, Scarlett,” he murmured, his eyes filled with a steady reassurance. “Whatever is happening, we’ll face it together.”

His words wrapped around me like a promise, calming the storm within. I let out a soft breath, feeling his heartbeat steady beneath my hand, a reminder of

his presence, of his strength.

Lucian held my gaze, his eyes full of warmth and conviction. “We love you, Scarlett,” he said, his voice steady and soft. “We’re willing to accept you as you are, wolf or no wolf. It doesn’t matter to us; you are our Luna.” His words touched something deep within me, bringing a rush of emotion to the surface. Tears filled my eyes because I could feel the truth in his words, the absolute sincerity. He meant every bit of it.

I swallowed hard, the weight of my insecurities rising within me.

“But I don’t want to be a useless Luna,” I whispered, my voice breaking as tears streamed down my face. The thought of standing beside them, feeling half-

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complete, left me aching. Lucian reached out, shaking his head firmly

“You could never be useless, Scarlett. Ever,” he said, his words filled with such conviction that I felt a spark of hope. “See us as your arms and legs, your strength and your muscle. We’ll mo at your command. Our wolves will be your wolf. You are not alone in this, and you’ll never be.” His own eyes were glistening with tears, mirroring my pain. He felt everything I was feeling, carrying my burdens alongside me.

I couldn’t hold back any longer. I wrapped my arms around him, holding him tightly, taking in his familiar pinewood scent that had always brought me peace. In his embrace, I found the strength to let go of my ears. His love, so patient and unwavering, was enough to make me see that I didn’t need to carry this burden alone. They accepted me fully, just as I was. And in that moment, I knew what I wanted.

I took a deep breath, feeling a calm certainty settle over me. “Lucian… I’m ready to be claimed,” I said, my voice steady and sure. “I want us to complete our bond.”

He pulled back slightly, his gaze searching mine, his eyes widening with a mix of surprise and joy.

“Are you sure, Scarlett?” he asked, his tone gentle, though I could feel the intensity of his emotions. “There’s no going back from this. It will be the four of us–together until death do us part. Are you ready for that kind of commitment?”

I nodded, feeling a courage I hadn’t felt before. “Yes. I’ve been ready, Lucian,” I admitted. “Fear kept me from moving forward, but now… I’m ready to be loved fully. To love fully.” I took his hand, feeling the strength of our bond, of our shared future. I was ready to leave my fears behind, to take that step forward and let myself be cherished, to trust in the love they offered so freely.

This was my family, my future, my heart. I was ready to start our journey together, bound by love, strength, and commitment.

Michele Gremillion

I’m beginning to wonder if its her wolf or someone trying to possess her.