Finding Her True Alpha
Chapter 151: A New King

Ashlyn

As I suspect, I didn’t have time to nap. Everyone had so many questions and the kids didn’t want to leave me. Even Jordan called to inform us of what they had found out. Apparently, I had frozen ten people, and they found them still frozen in Kaden’s chambers of their summer castle.

Kaden’s men were Fae, who were rejected by the army and were not very good people. We still know nothing about Ryan. Jordan asked Nathan to look into him for us. They also found the drug that they injected me with and sent it to go get tested.

Jordan indeed had a lot to clean up, and he wanted everything done before their son came. Melanie was due in a few days, so hopefully their boy can hold off a few more days. I offered to handle some of it for him, but he insisted on handling it. He asked for Derek to come help tomorrow, which he agreed to help. Mason insisted that one of them stay home with me, not that I needed them here. I had Sage and the protection spell around the grounds.

Now Sage and I were getting ready for the vampires. Sage was helping me find something to wear. My mates had the kids and Matt was cooking everyone dinner with the help of his mate and the others. We were going to have a quick meeting and then have dinner with everyone. I was looking forward to introducing Wyatt to the vampires. He is the only vampire hybrid in the group, and I think it would be nice for him to meet other vampires.

“Earth to Ashlyn.” Sage called out, hitting my shoulder with hers.

“Huh?” I asked her. I was so lost in thought about what had all happened today.

“Go get dressed, I laid out your clothes on the bed.” Sage giggled.

“Oh, thanks.” I told her, walking out of our closet. I had already showered and done my hair and make-up.

“Are you okay?” Sage asked, coming up behind me.

“Yeah, sorry. I just have a lot on my mind right now.” I told her while I ran my palm over my mark.

“Want to talk about it?” She asked, sitting on the bed.

“Is it weird that I want another baby?” I asked her, looking at the clothes she picked out.

“Really?” She squealed, grabbing my arm.

“I don’t know. I don’t even know what my job entails, now that we are about to crown a new Vampire King. All the kingdoms will have new kings, and then what is my job?” I asked her.

“You can also call a meeting to discuss what they need of you. You are still our Queen, and they should direct more important decisions to you first. I guess you could write policies that have to do with hybrids and connecting the kingdoms.” Sage answered.

“I guess that makes sense. And this time I would be pregnant for longer than six weeks.” I chuckled.

“I’m so excited. I have an appointment with the doctor tomorrow and you should come too.” Sage said, and you could hear her excitement.

“I’ll have to ask Mason. Derek will be with Jordan tomorrow,” I told her.

“I’ll handle Mason” She reassured me and I gave her a look. If anyone could get him to say yes, it would be me, with my mouth wrapped around his c0ck.

Sage helped me get dressed in a high-wa!st black pencil skirt and a simple white blouse. She even found me some flats, which I was thankful for. I could barely walk in heels on a normal day, but today I still felt exhausted and achy. When I was ready, Sage informed me it was time to open a portal for the vampires. So, we made our way down to the front garden where my mates and everyone were waiting to greet the new King of the vampire kingdom and his family.

I was feeling nervous about seeing King Draco again. I know everyone said that he didn’t blame me for hat did, but I still felt guilty. Theo may not have been his son, but he raised him and crowned him king. I still can’t wrap my head around the fact he was my mate, but he wasn’t the true king of the vampire kingdom. I should probably stop trying to make sense of things that I can’t control before my brain explodes.

As Sage and I went outside, I stood between my mates. Derek was carrying Gabby, and Mason had James. I was glad to see that Gabby was warming up to Derek. She even started calling him daddy, which was just the sweetest thing. I wouldn’t have it any other way, even though I had to speak with a lawyer to get her official adopted and I will have to look for a school for her and tutors for her as well. I should probably just find tutors for all of them. I had lots of things to do and here I was planning on having another baby. Thank goodness I have Sage to help me with everyone. And I know Liam and Matt have been helping with their mates.

Sage opens a portal and Milo, King Draco and two other men step through. I was a little surprised that they didn’t bring any of their warriors, but I appreciated the trust they had in me. I instantly walked over to Milo to give him a hug. It was so good to see him.

“My Queen,” Milo greeted me, hugging me back.

“Milo, it’s so good to see you.” I told him, pulling out of the hug, looking up at him. King Draco cleared his throat, and I looked over at him. I could tell that he was also feeling nervous about seeing me. Without saying a word, I gave him a hug.

“I know, and it’s okay.” I told him as he hugged me back.

“You are too good to me, my queen.” He told me.

“We both lost that day and I think we should just leave it in the past.” I told him, pulling out of the hug.

“l agree, my queen.” He nodded.

“Please, all of you can call me Ashlyn. There is no need for titles here,” I told them.

“Ashlyn, I’d like to introduce my father, Marco and brother Max.” Milo introduced them.

“Thank you for what you did for Milo.” His father said before giving me a hug.

“You are welcome, and how are you feeling?” I asked him.

“So much better, thanks to you and your gift.” He said, pulling out of the hug, looking down at me. Now there was just one more person for me to meet, and he was the rightful king of the vampire kingdom.

“Did you really get wolves to donate their b***d to help vampires?” He asked.

“Max!” his brother and father scolded him.

“No, it’s alright. I’ll answer any question you have to ask. Max, I did, because Milo wouldn’t let me donate. I have nothing against vampires. It’s in your natural to feed, just like for wolves to shift.” I told him and he nodded. He stuck his hand out and I shook it.

“Thank you for what you did for my dad and brother.” He said, and I nodded.

“It’s the least I could do” I told him.

“Now, I’d like to introduce my mates, Derek and Mason.” I motioned to them, now standing beside me.

“Your son is so big now” Milo exclaimed, shaking James’ little hand, causing him to giggle.

“We named him James, and this is our daughter Gabby.” I introduced her. Mason and Derek shook everyone’s hands, still carrying the kids.

“Why don’t we head into the library and we can discuss business before dinner. There is also someone I’d like you to meet” |I told them. Milo walked beside me as they followed me into the house. Derek and Mason left the kids with Sage before they joined us.

“So, who is it?” Milo asked as we walked through the castle.

“His name is Wyatt. He is a wolf vampire. Before my magic built this place, we found a tomb under the old building. After the great war, hybrids were locked away.” I explained.

“But the war was 300 years ago,” King Draco said, and I nodded.

“It was, but it was like their own hybrid haven, until the magic faded. I made it in time to save the last ten people still alive.” | told them, opening the door to the library.

“Gabby?” Milo asked me, and I nodded.

“Both her parents died, so we adopted her. She’s a wolf witch.” I answered him.

“Like you,” Milo said, and I nodded.

“I’m more of a dragon witch now. After the last battle, I lost Tundra,” I told them, as we all took a seat in the seating area of the library.

“I’m so sorry, Ashlyn.” King Draco said, taking my hand in his.

“Thank you.” I told him.

“Out of the ten people, there was only one vampire, and he’s also a wolf. I thought maybe it would be nice for him to get to know some vampires.” I told them. Max was watching me intently. I was sitting in between my mates while King Draco and Marco sat on the love seat and Milo and Max both sat in one of the chairs.

“Max, is something bothering you?” l asked him.

“I’m just waiting for the stalk to be stabbed into my heart.” He said, and all the men growled.

“Why would you think that?” I asked him, confused.

“You’re telling me you are doing all of this from the kindness of your heart?” he questioned me.

“Max, she helped me and dad, why are you questioning her?” Milo asked his brother.

“Because this could be a trap. She killed the vampire king.” Max answered.

“Are you questioning our Queen?” Mason growled out.

“Mason, Derek, can you please give our guests a tour while I speak with Max, please?” l asked them.

“I don’t like this,” Mason said in my mind.

“I be fine.” I told them.

“You touch her and I’ll kill you myself.” Milo told his brother before standing. Both my mates hesitated before they all stood up and exited the library.

“You mindlink if anything happens.” Mason said in my mind before the door closed behind them. Max and I sat across from each other, watching.

“Max, what’s really bothering you?” I asked him.

“I can’t figure you out. You have all this power and all the kingdoms in your pocket and you still help others. Why?” Max asked, leaning forward, resting his elbows on his knees.

“I didn’t ask for any of this. I didn’t ask to be a hybrid or to lose my wolf, or to die a few times. Or even to lose my first child. I just want to find the rightful heir to the vampire kingdom. Someone who I can trust to take care of the hybrids. l just want peace so that I can live in peace with my family.” I told him. Max sat there watching me without saying a word.

“I know you may not trust me, but you are the rightful king of the vampire kingdom. And from what I’ve heard, the vampires have never cared about someone being a hybrid. When I helped them, I didn’t know who your brother or father was. I simply id what I did because it was the right thing to do.” I told him.

“And you want nothing in return?” he said to me.

“Just peace. A working relationship. Help with hybrid policies. I don’t want to control how you run your kingdom. I will only step in if people get hurt.” I told him.

“And you will never use the fact that you saved my brother and father to get what you want?” he asked me.

“I didn’t do that to gain a favor. I helped them because it was the right thing to do. I offered your brother to feed on me, but he refused because I was pregnant and he didn’t want to hurt my baby. He could have hurt me, but he didn’t. He was brave, helping your father and I gifted him for his bravery. Nothing more.” I said, and he nodded.

“I didn’t know that I was even in the running to be King until a few days ago,” Max said.

“And you’re not sure you want to take it?” I asked, and he nodded.

“I’m sure King Draco can show you the ropes with Milo and then you can decide. This is your life and I would never want you to feel forced into something that you never wanted.” I told him.

“And what if neither Milo nor I want this?” He asked, and I shrugged.

“Then we will find someone else. There is no pressure. I know this is a lot. I’m still not even sure of my role, but I’m learning and I’m willing to keep learning” I said. Before he could say anything else, there was a knock on the door and Wyatt came into the room. I noticed the look that he gave Max.

“Max, how do vampires identify their mates?” I asked him as he kept eye contact with Wyatt.

“Smell,” Wyatt answered me.

“Mate,” Max breathed out. I looked at Wyatt, and he was watching Max intently.

“Wyatt, this is Max, the heir to the vampire kingdom. Max, this is Wyatt, the wolf vampire I mentioned earlier.” I introduced them.

“Ashlyn, can I have a moment to discuss things with Wyatt?” Max asked, and I nodded. Standing from my seat, I made my way to the door.

“You two take all the time you need. Wyatt, we will be in the dining room or the living room.” I told them before leaving the library.

“Mason, where are you?” I asked through the mindlink after I left the library.

“Baby, what’s wrong? Are you okay?” Mason rushed.

“I’m fine. Is everyone in the usual living room?” I asked him, making my way to the front area of the castle.

“Yes, but are you sure you are okay?” He asked me.

“I’ll see you in a sec.” I told him, closing the link.

“Where is Max?” Milo asked me after I walked into the living room to find everyone.

“He is talking with Wyatt.” I told them, sitting between my mates.

“Wyatt?” Milo asked, and I nodded.

“The vampire hybrid I was telling you about,” I answered.

“Ashlyn, what did Max say about being king?” His father asked me.

“I told him that if he would Iike to shadow King Draco, he could. He wasn’t sure what he wanted and I respect whatever decision he makes,” I answered.

“Milo, I would like you to also shadow King Draco, just in case.” I told him and he nodded.

“Max didn’t offend you, did he? He can be kind of an a*ss,” Milo said, and I chuckled.

“Nothing l couldn’t handle. I understand his position. I wasn’t given a choice and I would like anyone who takes over a kingdom to want to, not because they feel obligated.” I told them.

“Spoken like a true leader,” King Draco told me.

“And when will your coronation be?” Marco asked me.

“My what?” I asked him, shocked. My stomach dropped, and I was instantly nervous.

“Ashlyn, you will need an official coronation.” King Draco said, and I passed my l!ps into a line.

“We are still planning,” Mason said, saving me. I didn’t even know that I needed one, but I guess it makes sense, but I’ve just been so busy.

“Yes, planning.” I stuttered out.

“Really?” Milo asked with a smirk.

“Of course, it’s the first thing on my list of things to do,” I told him. And thank the goddess that Max and Wyatt walked in, saving me from this conversation. They were holding hands and now the topic would be on them and not me.

“Dad, Milo, This is Wyatt, my mate.” Max introduced them. Both Derek and Mason were staring at me, shocked.

“Ashlyn, could you give us a few days to decide?” Max asked me, and I nodded.

“Anything that you need,” I answered.

“And you’re okay with me living in the vampire kingdom?” Wyatt asked me.

“Wyatt, this is your life, and I will always be here for you. You need anything, I better be your first call.” I told him, standing up and giving him a hug.

“Thank you for everything.” Wyatt said, hugging me back.

“I think it’s time to eat,” King Draco announced, and we all agreed.

The night was full of laughter after that, and I could see how much Wyatt and Max were clicking. I think that now that Max has Wyatt, he will take over the kingdom and they will both be amazing kings. I was so happy that Wyatt would get his happy ending.

And I loved hearing all about the vampire culture and how they have never had a problem with hybrids. They even let hybrid couples live in peace inside their kingdom. I felt guilty for believing the vampires had such a problem with me and hybrids when they had been protecting them this entire time. People really had the wrong idea about vampires.