The Omega Mated To The Four

Chapter 44

The Omega: Mated To The Four

Chapter Forty Four

A week had passed, but the grief still clung to mi like a heavy shroud I thought of Mariah constantly-her laughter, her warmth, her strength. Every memory felt like a dagger twisting in my heart, and though I tried to stay strong, tears would come at the most unexpected moments.

My mates had moved into the cabin, refusing to leave my side. Though their presence was overwhelming at times, it also gave me a sense of comfort I hadn't realized I needed. They took care of everything-cooking, cleaning, and even reminding me to eat.

That afternoon, the twins, Alex and Austin, had prepared lunch. I ha discovered during our time together that both of them were surprisingly good cooks, their banter and competitive energy making every meal an event.

"Soup again?” I teased, eyeing the steaming bowls they set on the table.

"Not just soup," Austin declared, holding up a spoon like it was a sword. This is culinary artistry."

Alex rolled his eyes. “It's chicken noodle soup, Stormi. Don't let him fool you."

I chuckled softly, the sound startling even myself. It felt good, even just for a moment, to feel like things might be okay again.

The sound of approaching footsteps broke the calm as Eira appeared at the door. She was as poised and commanding as ever, her piercing gaze scanning the room before settling on me.

"May I come in?" Eira asked, her voice gentle yet firm.

I nodded, standing to greet her. "Of course."

I stepped inside, her presence immediately filling the space. "Stormi, we need to talk."

twisted.

moment before speaking. "Another pack was attacked by

from lunch disappearing in an instant. "They attacked again?" Elijah

Eira confirmed. "And this time, it wasn't during the full moon. It seems their attacks

frequent and less

heart sank. The memory of the shadowy creatures tearing through our pack resurfaced, and I clenched my

do?"

as she looked at me. "It's time for you

at her. "I... I don't even know where to begin. I don't know how to find it."

dreams for as long as I can remember, a riddle. Could it have something

lips curved into a small smile. "Yes, we can

trying to recall the words. After a moment, I began to

the ancient

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cavern's shadow

moonlit

hidden in ripples, where

the night, statues

echoes in the pack's sacred

the ancient forest,

to follow, a destiny

mountaintop ruins where stars align, Celestial convergence, a