Stars Above Lonely Nights — Michael Brown novel Chapter 100

Nova POV:

“My mum rejected dad?” Mila gasps as I finish telling her what’s happened.

“Yes” I whisper, “I’m so sorry hunny. I honestly didn’t mean for your dad to hate me like he does.”

“It’s not your fault, my mum told me what he did growing up and to be honest I saw some of the beatings Jax took. I knew he was keeping it from mum to protect her but it didn’t make it right” she says. “I just can’t believe my father lacks so much trust in us all.”

“I don’t get it either” I shrug. “I mean Jaxs accomplishments speak for themselves.”

“It’s because he’s jealous” Mila states. “He can see how much more successful Jax is and instead of being a father and congratulate him, he tried to stir up shit within the pack.”

“It was wrong” I agree.

“My poor mum” she whispers as I rub her shoulders reassuringly.

“She’s resting now, Theo took her to her room. But she will be coming to the ceremony still” I say comforting her.

With a little chuckle she looks at me, “she wouldn’t miss it for the world. I hate to say it but she’s done the right thing.”

“I know” I reply giving her a little side hug. “How have you been anyway? Happy to be home?”

“I am despite all that” she says waving her arms round, “I have a week left till Bruno’s time is up, one more week of being tied to the bastard in some way and then I’ll be free.”

“Have you heard anything?” I ask.

“Not a peep” she says with a slight shrug of her shoulders. “6 days I’m due at the council building and he has been summoned also.”

“Honestly it’s crazy what some people do” I sigh as I feel sympathy towards her situation.

“It is isn’t it” she chuckles.

“Are you nervous?” I ask, she looks at me questioningly so I elaborate, “to see him again? See his chosen mate?”

“No” she says shaking her head. “When he demanded I became his mistress it was like a switch went in my head. Who does that to their fated mate? As soon as he demanded it Alia and I both knew we deserved better. Now it’s easier. Plus if I see his chosen mate it would make it easier for me again I think, I can’t help but hate her. But I also hate the situation.”

“What I don’t understand is why she’s so happy with the idea of you being a mistress and bearing his pups” I say.

“Power” she states. “She would have the Luna title and I would be the shamed true mate turned mistress.”

“Awful” I mutter as she sighs.

“But on to bigger better things” she says, “or should I say bigger better cock.”

“Mila!” I exclaim as she giggles.

“I’m hoping for a second chance mate” she says more seriously.

“I have no doubt you’ll get one” I say with a smile, “I’m sure the moon goddess would deem it fit for you to have a better second chance mate.”

“Fucking hope so” she laughs before she stands from the bed.

“Amelia is asleep and I made sure she had a bit to eat and drink. Doctor has also checked on her and she is coping well with the broken bond, surprisingly well” Theo links me making me pause.

“Thanks for letting me know Theo, check in on her will you and keep me updated” I ask him.

“Yes Luna. The Doctor did say something interesting” he says slowly.

Jumping up I link my arm with her out stretched one and we make our way upstairs to Jax and mines suite. Opening the door my eyes widen in excitement when I see the massage stations set up and makeup artists busy in the corner with the vanity.

“Oh my goddess I’m so ready for this” I giggle as I hug Alice and Naomi.

“Relax those worn out muscles of yours” Naomi says with a gleam in her eyes.

“Dirty woman” I chuckle as she tilts her head back laughing loudly.

“I’m lost” Alice says looking between us.

“She finds it appropriate to comment on her Alphas sex drive” I say. Seeing Alice’s eyes widen in interest I hold my hand up, “nope..not even going there Alice.”

Her mouth snaps shut and she pouts at me, “I’d tell you about Theo.”

“And as I’ve told you before, I don’t want to know about my brothers shenanigans” I laugh.

“I’ll second that” Mila laughs from where she’s getting some drinks ready, “I heard enough from the twins growing up, let’s not throw Jax in the equation.”

“Thank you” I exclaim with relief as we all chuckle between ourselves.

“A glass of wine for us” Mila says handing me a glass, “and some sweet mocktail for you pregnant ladies” she adds on with a sad face.

Clinking out glasses we toasts to today and then lie down ready for a massage, “if I fall asleep don’t judge me” I hear Alice mumble already sounding tired.

“Wouldn’t dream of it” I chuckle aware of how cranky she can be. “Time to relax ladies” I cheer quietly.