The Omega Mated To The Four

Chapter 41

The Omega: Mated To The Four

Chapter Forty One

A pit was dug near the edge of the clearing, deep enough to hold the monstrous remains. As the witches of the Umbral Society chanted softly, their wands emitting a faint glow, the bodies were carefully burned. The flames roared to life, bright and fierce, consuming the darkness that had threatened our lives.

I stared at the fire, my mind clouded with guilt and sorrow. I felt Alex's presence beside me, his hand brushing lightly against mine

in silent support.

Later that afternoon, the pack gathered again to honor those we had lost. A makeshift funeral was held for Mariah and the five pack members who had fallen during the attack. Eira

stood at the front, speaking words of remembrance for each life taken. Her voice, usually commanding and sharp, was soft and full of reverence.

When Mariah's name was mentioned, My knees nearly buckled. Elijah, standing behind me, placed a steadying hand on my back, his touch grounding me as I fought to keep myself together.

After the ceremony, I lingered near Mariah's grave, there was no body the

umbrakins had devouredher it seems, my fingers lightly tracing the freshly turned earth. I was lost in my thoughts when Savannah approached me.

Savannah said, her voice

eyes again.

with surprise and curiosity.

"I'm a hybrid. My mother was a witch, and my father was

complicated."

to the pack and her being among the few people that were niceto me in school,

and wrapped her arms around me in a firm, reassuring hug. "I'm here for you," she whispered,

myself lean into Savannah's

sky, casting an orange glow over the pack lands, I stood up from near Mariah's grave. My mates had stood next to

need to be alone,” I announced softly, my

shook his head.

my gaze hardening. "Alex, I need

with you,"

opened my mouth to argue, but Austin cut me off. "You don't have to face this by yourself. We're staying with you,

sense of gratitude. I didn't have the energy to fight them. "Fine," I muttered, wiping at

you," Isaiah said, his tone soft

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