Epilogue

Ivan, Kane, Madison, and Scarlett were waddling around the open area of the pack grounds. Today was their first birthday and their parent's anniversary. The little ones had no idea what was happening, but the rest of the pack did.

Jasmine watched the four of them as they played on the grass. They each had their own little personalities, and even though the girls looked alike, they were very different.

Ivan's hair had turned into a golden blonde, and he had dark blue eyes like his dad. He was more adventurous than the others, and Jasmine knew she would have to keep her eye on him as he got older.

Madison looked like Jasmine with the same hair and green eyes, but her skin was pale like Kaleigh's. She was very sweet, quiet, and a daddy's girl. When she was upset, Aaron was the one she wanted.

Kane was just like Titus; he was very reserved and shy. He also looked like his dad with his dark tan, black hair, and dark brown eyes. Kane always wanted to be with Brandie.

Scarlett was the wild one even though she looked like Madison. Brandie always said she felt like Scarlett was running the minute they brought her home. She was the first to learn to walk and was always on the move. She could be sweet as pie one minute and then throw epic tantrums the next.

"I can't believe it has been a year, and they're so big." Brandie walked up to Jasmine and watched the pups playing with her sister.

"I'm so glad they get to grow up together. Is everything ready for their party?" Jasmine put her arm around her sister.

"Yes, mom and dad went overboard like usual. They got the pups almost an entire children's store from the looks of it. Grandma and grandpa aren't much better." Brandie smiled at her sister.

Dillon and Alannah had stayed with Fallen Eagle for almost the entire year to help with the pups. They had been life savers for the twins when they needed a break or wanted some alone time with their mates.

Aaron and Titus, despite their worry, had become amazing fathers. They were more the mother hens than the women were. Brandie had been looking for Titus the other day and walked into the nursery, where she found him sleeping on the floor with Scarlett and Kane in his arms. Aaron was also sleeping on the floor with his two pups. It had been such a precious sight.

The twins picked up their little ones and headed to the dining hall for the party. When they walked in, everyone clapped. The four pups clapped with them, not knowing why everyone was so happy. Titus and Aaron walked over to their mates to take their daughters.

"We thought maybe you got lost. I think your dad was ready to start searching the pack grounds." Titus looked over to where Dominick and Kaleigh were running over to them.

"Oh, my, look how grown up they are. You girls are going to have to bring them to White Raven soon; everyone is anxious to meet the pups." Kaleigh took Kane out of Brandie's arms as Dominick reached for Ivan.

"We will, mom. It feels like we haven't been there in years. I miss everyone, although it's been nice having grandma and grandpa here. Also, having Hannah here has been great too." Jasmine looked over toward her cousin as she talked. Hannah was due any day with her and Gavin's first pup.

After everything settled down, they had the pups sit in their highchairs and gave them each a small cake. Watching them try to eat it was hysterical.

Scarlett went straight for the cake, putting her hands in it and smashing it up before bringing her little fist covered in cake and frosting to her mouth. Madison was more cautious as she stuck one finger in the icing and licked it to taste first.

Ivan was like Scarlett and dug in, but he ate little pieces rather than fistfuls. Kane was the one that wouldn't touch it. He kept pointing toward another table where he could see forks and spoons. Kaleigh gave in and handed him a fork so he could eat his cake properly.

After the cake was cleaned up, they let the pups go crazy opening presents. There were so many it took them a long time, and when the four of them were done, they were ready for a nap.

Brandie, Jasmine, Aaron, and Titus stood in the nursery looking at their sleeping children. They all felt waves of happiness at their growing family and their love for each other. They had come a long way in a short time, and the future was whatever they wanted to make it.

Kaleigh and Dominick watched the two couples from the doorway of the nursery. They both had tears in their eyes, looking at their daughters with their pups. Their little girls were now fully women. Dominick smiled at Kaleigh and pulled her into his arms as they headed down the hall to their room.

"Kaleigh, my love, I think we have come full circle. Our daughters are grown and have pups of their own. Logan will be Alpha in a few years, and Chase will be his beta. We have accomplished a lot since I convinced you that you should trust me as your mate." Dominick led Kaleigh over to the bed. He still desired his mate as much now as he did when they first met over twenty years ago.

"Dominick, we're grandparents. I don't think it is appropriate for you to be all over me like we're young wolves." Kaleigh tried to chastise him as he was quickly removing her clothes. She loved that he wanted her like they did when they first met.

"Are you kidding? Now is the time we can finally enjoy ourselves again. I love our children and grandchildren, but right now, I want you, Kaleigh." Dominick quickly finished pulling off the rest of her clothes and his. When he looked down at his lovely mate, he was rendered speechless. She had become even more beautiful over the years.

Kaleigh stared at Dominick as he stared at her. She felt her body responding to him already. He was still muscular and could put many young men to shame. She let her eyes graze over his gorgeous body as she waited.

"Dominick, when you look at me like that, I feel like a shy school girl. I still need you, Dominick, just as much as I did when we first mated." Dominick laid down beside her, running his hand over her smooth, silky skin.

"I love you, Kaleigh." Dominick found her lips and kissed her in the way that made her feel like he was possessing her. When he pulled back, they were both out of breath.

"I love you too, Dominick."

The Emerald Stone witches have fought every battle and won. Including battles of the heart. They would prevail despite the evil intentions of others. The Emerald Stone withes have a long history and will continue for many years to come.