Unveiled: The Cursed Trilogy, Book Three by Betty Legend (recommended ebook reader txt) 📗

Holding her teacup, she chuckles. “You always were into kink.” She takes a sip, and I grin.

“It’s true. Probably what makes me a perfect match for my guys. I like the way each of them is intimate. It keeps things interesting.”

“Do you have a favorite yet?”

Steam rolls off my mug, and I blow on the hot tea.

“Nope. I love how different they all are in the bedroom and out of it.”

“Phoenix seems so poised and intelligent.”

“He is, but in the bedroom, he’s a vampire.” I wink, and she giggles.

“I can only imagine.”

Autumn leaves break from the trees and dance in the breeze as they fall around us. Taking a sip of my chamomile tea, I relax as it warms my body.

“Are you worried about the ultrasound? What if it shows horns or wings or something?”

“It’s too soon for any of that to show. I need to know my baby is healthy, then I’ll start seeing Ancor and a midwife on Mordeeves Island. I won’t be able to have my baby here in the states.”

“Does that scare you?”

“No, I trust they know what they’re doing. They’ve been doing natural births on the island for decades. Ancor will give me something for the pain, and the midwife will handle the birth.”

“I’m sure you’re excited to find out whose child it is.”

“I’m very excited. I’ll be waiting for wings, fangs, ears, fur, or a sparkly baby.”

“Sparkly?” Laughing, her nose scrunches.

“Cyrus says warlock babies have an awakening of magic at birth and glimmer with silver essence.”

“Aww, that is so cute.” Rachel’s head tilts as she smiles. “So, I’m going to make a guess at whose it is.”

“Yeah?” I ask, intrigued. “Who do you think is the father?”

“Killian.”

“Why him?”

“He’s so alpha, I can see his sperm breaking right through any barriers.”

Laughing, my tea water sloshes in the mug. “That’s hysterical and probably true.”

“I’m right. I know it. It’s Killian’s baby. You’re having a wolf shifter baby.”

“We shall see.”

Watching the sun dip below the horizon, I look toward the house.

“It’s getting to be that time. Phoenix booked a private doctor who understands discretion.”

“If he knows Phoenix and his family are vampires, I’m sure he knows to keep his mouth shut.”

“I’m sure,” I agree. Setting the mug down on the small patio coffee table, I remove the blanket from my legs.

“The others should be arriving soon.”

Phoenix and my mom step out of the sliding door as Cyrus and Griffin come through a portal. They each pull me into a hug and kiss me, then give my mom a hug.

“Hey, Rachel,” Griffin greets.

She gives a wave from the comfort of her seat on the patio couch. “It’s good to see you guys again.”

“I can honestly say the same,” Griffin replies.

Taking my hand, Griffin pulls me onto a chair with him and rubs my back.

“How are you feeling?”

“Good. Mom made us a big lunch, and I haven’t been nauseous at all today.”

Griffin and Phoenix exchange glances. “I’m glad he’s taking care of you.”

“He is.” I grin and wink at Phoenix, and pride flashes in his eyes.

Before we fell asleep, he took very good care of me, ensuring I achieved orgasm. The memory warms my center.

Phoenix brushes a hand over my head and hair as he passes, then joins Rachel on the couch. Glancing down, he checks his fancy wristwatch.

“We’ll need to leave in fifteen minutes.”

Cyrus is behind the chair Griffin and I are occupying. Leaning down, he kisses my head, then rubs my shoulder.

“They’ll be here soon, I’m sure. They’re as eager for this appointment as we are.”

My mom fills the other chair, a bright orange mug in her hand with a white T for Tennessee on it.

“I’m proud you’re all supporting Selene and going to the appointment together.”

“Wouldn’t miss it,” Cyrus tells her. “This is our first look at our baby.”

“I love that you all say our baby,” Rachel enthuses. “It shows you’re a family.”

“We are.” Griffin smiles. “And Selene is the glue that holds us all together.”

“She is,” Phoenix agrees, checking his watch again. Concern etches into the lines around his eyes, making me worry.

“When is the last time you guys talked to Emeric and Killian,” I ask Cyrus and Griffin.

“A couple days ago.” Cyrus brushes my hair behind my ear and caresses my cheek. “All was good with… work.”

“Work must be keeping them busy.” Fear slips out in my tone.

Griffin releases his magic and rubs my back. “Don’t worry yet, my love.”

“What’s going on?” My mother asks abruptly. “Selene, you’re clearly worried about them.”

Griffin dips his chin at my mother. “The security job they’re working on is a dangerous one.”

“Oh.” She looks at me with empathy in her gaze. “I hope everything is all right.”

“Me too.”

Phoenix checks the time once more and frowns. “It’s time to go. They’ll have to catch up with us.”

“Just another minute or two, please.”

“Of course,” Phoenix’s voice softens. “We’ll wait.”

In worried silence, I wait for them to arrive, but as seconds pass, my fear builds.

“I’m worried,” I say aloud.

The guys pass glances at one another. Griffin caresses his thumb over my cheek.

“Let’s go to the appointment. It’s important. I’m sure they’ll catch up with us.”

With fear tightening my limbs, I stand from Griffin’s lap and hug my mom and Rachel goodbye.

“Mom, I’ll be in the mirror on Friday around seven. Eight for you, Rachel.”

“I can’t wait.” Rachel beams a smile my way. “Let me know how the appointment goes.”

“I will.”

“Me, too.” My mom kisses my cheek. “You’re going to be a great mother.”

“Thank you. That means so much to hear you say that.”

My eyes water as I step toward the portal Phoenix created. Griffin takes my hand, and I wave to my mom and Rachel as we walk through. On the other side is an empty private office, filled with books, certificates on the wall, a sizeable corner desk, and paperwork stacked inside binders and folders.

“Is this Dr. Sato’s office?” I ask Phoenix.

“Yes, I’ve been here before. He’ll have a room ready for us down the hall.”

Phoenix opens the