Sour Souls The Morningstar Series Book 6
Sour Souls Chapter 29

After Emilia left with my sisters, I immeditately went to the archives. Emilia didn't give me much of an explaination about her power. I know that it's because she barely knows herself. Thankfully, I saw it.

That dream I had right before I found her. I felt, and saw that flame. I met her wolf. I think I might have met her inner child that Kee was talking about.

It's the only explaination I have for already seeing that dungeon. For already having met Honi. And for that damn dream last night.

Emilia and I are connected more than either of us realizes. Something connected us before we even met. I don't know if it's me, or her. If Emilia is a Demigod, then our bond would be settled. There would be no leaving each other. It would explain how we could be so connected, but.. I thought that that only happens after meeting.

Maybe Emilia isn't a Demigod at all, and she is something entirely different. Maybe I am the one that connects us this way. Maybe it is just Selene's way of pushing us together.

All I really know, is that I need to figure it out. Emilia is clearly scared of that side of herself. If she wasn't, it would let her take control of it. Something is missing. I can feel it. "Ares."

I stopped walking to turn, and see Epperly running up to me.

"Yeah?" I asked when she made it to me.

"Your mate, she's lovely." Epperly said.

"I know." I replied.

Epperly gave me a bored look before rolling her eyes.

"She isn't a Demigod." She said.

I frowned.

"I

figured that." I said.

"Okay, just wanted to make sure you didn't waste your time." Epperly said.

I frowned harder.

"Say what it is you want to say Epperly." I said.

Epperly smiled at me. Her purple eyes sparkled. Calm washed over me, but I didn't show it.

"I want to go down there with you, to help." She said.

"Why?" I asked.

"Because I'm a stay at home mom, and I want to help your mate." She said.

I just stared at her. I know that isn't all of it. Epperly knows I realize that.

"Ares.. Her soul.. it's so sad. It's crying out so loudly. I know that it's getting to Kee. I just want to help her. The child in her is hurting, her wolf is protecting her, and there is something else in there. Something that is begging to be connected to her. I want to help her replace herself." Epperly said.

I looked my sister-in-law up and down. Epperly had a sort of similar life to my mate. She was beaten down, and scarred in a different way. Epperly was locked away from the world, and then had to be alone for so long. She was cut off of other parts of herself. Epperly probably knows more how Emilia feels than anyone else.

"Alright, let's go."

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"Okay, we've been down here for over an hour Ares." Epperly complained.

"I never told you you had to stay." I replied flatly.

Epperly groaned. She's sitting at the table with a stack of books next to her. Her head is down, resting on an open book.

"We know she isn't a Vampire, not a God, not a Witch. Could she be a Demon?" Epperly asked.

I shook my head as I looked through shelves of books.

"I would know if she were. I am a ruler of that species." I said.

"Well, what if she is like, some kind of long lost race?" Epperly asked.

I turned my head to give her an incredulous look.

"I'm not sure about that Epperly." I muttered.

We have been through tons of other species. Even ones I don't think Emilia is. There hasn't been anything that matches my mate's power. There are things that seem similar, but nothing about the scream, or the white flame. We're in a damn rut, but I'm not giving up. "Tell me again what she told you." Epperly said. "She said that power would rush through her. She would scream, people's organs would explode from the inside. Windows, and anything else glass around would shatter. Then it would all die down." I told her.

"Emilia told me that when she meditates, she see's a white flame, but can never make it move. I've seen it in her too." I said.

"Wait, you've seen it?" Epperly asked.

I nodded.

"The night before I was told about the mission, I visited her in her dreams. I think it might have been her calling out to me, but it was strange. We had never even met before. Yet, I saw the dungeon that I found her in. I saw her wolf, that turned out to actually be her wolf. And I found that flame." I said.

"When I woke up the next day, Kee told me that I was gone. I didn't understand at first, and because I was back, we brushed it off. Then I visited Emilia in her dreams again last night." I told Epperly.

"She's a Dreamwalker?" Epperly asked.

"I looked into that already. Dreamwalkers are like Witches. The power Emilia has doesn't match up to that, but maybe whatever else is in her connects us that way." I said.

"Sounds like a Dreamwalker to me." Epperly muttered.

I turned my head to her, and growled.

"She is not a Dreamwalker." I said angrily.

"Why would that be a big deal?" Epperly asked.

"Do you know anything about the Dream realm? About the Dark Mother?" I asked her.

Epperly just shrugged. I gave her an incredulous look, and then shook my head. Unbelieveable. Ambrose has taught his mate nothing.

"It's a bad place. That's why there are only like two Dreamwalkers in the entire world that haven't been kidnapped, or lost their minds." I said.

"Wow, sounds bad." Epperly muttered.

"The Dark Mother has no care about anyone but herself. All of her children are rapists, and murders. All they care about is power. I would have to slaughter the entire realm if Emilia was a Dreamwalker." I said. Fuck, I really hope that's not what she is. I'd start a f*****g war in that realm. There would be no other way to make sure Emilia would be safe.

"Well, let's look at unique supernaturals then." Epperly said.

"We don't have much." I replied.

Epperly rested her hand on my shoulder.

"It's going to be okay Ares. We will figure out what she is." She said.

I hope Epperly is right.

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Epperly and I have been in the archives for a few hours. I keep getting these flashes of confusion, or embarrassment. I am completely at a loss as to why, or where it's coming from. Although, I am growing frustrated. I miss my mate. I want to see her, but I also want to read more. I want to be able to tell Emilia that I found something. To give her some good news.

I've found nothing that matches up to my little mate.

"Maybe you should call it quits for today Ares. Your anxiety is choking me." Epperly said casually.

I frowned at her. "I'm not anxious." I argued.

Epperly looked up, and raised a brow at me.

"I just miss Emilia, that's all." I said.

"I hear that she had a similar life to me. Always caged." Epperly said.

"Yeah, so?" I asked.

"Well, I just wonder if she's had any experiences with mundane things." Epperly said.

I ignored her.

"Like simple dates, or swimming, or-"

"What are you getting at Epperly?" I interrupted to ask.

"Just wonder if maybe you should be spending time with her. I know you're trying to help, but we've been here for hours. She misses you, and you miss her too. Maybe you can take her on a date. A picnic at the water hole." She said. "That's... not a bad idea." I muttered.

"Oh good, because I already asked Ahkari to set everything up for you two." Epperly said.

I stared at her for a moment.

"Of fucking course you did." I mumbled as I stood up.

"I don't want you to make the same mistakes as your brother did with me. Don't ignore her Ares. Talk with her. Communicate." She said. "Yeah, yeah." I muttered.

I put away all of the books I had out, before returning to the desk.

"Ya know," Epperly said as I started to walk to the exit. "I hear that there is a county fair in town. Rides, games, animals, all that." She said.

I smiled as I walked out the door.

*******

I don't think I realized how much I missed Emilia, until my eyes landed on her. I had to kiss her the moment I had her in my arms. She cut her hair. Thankfully, just a couple of inches. I'm annoyed to see she has makeup on, but I do like that it makes that gold pop in her eyes.

I took Emilia to the water hole. When we walked past all of the students, I ignored their whispers. Although, I can feel Emilia's discomfort. I don't know how I knew, but I knew she needed some kind of reasurance. I had no problem kissing her in front of everyone.

Then I marched us right to the treeline. All for Emilia to dreamily tell me to mark her. I really need to explain to what being marked by me means. One of these days I won't be able to hold back when she asks me.

I just want Emilia to understand that there will be a lot for her to learn to control. She already doesn't know how to control what she already has. I don't want to add more onto it without her being aware at the very least.

So, I steered her away from the conversation, and walked her through the forest. The closer we got, the giddier I feel. When we reached the bushes, I pulled them apart while I stared at Emilia's face.

A look of pure awe fell over her face as she walked into the clearing. Emilia didn't say anything, which is starting to make me feel uncomfortable with this whole thing. I've never taken a girl on a date before, never cared to. But I care about Emilia.

I want her to like this. I want to give her all the romantic dates. I want her to fall in love with me. I want things that I've never wanted before, and I don't know how to act now.

Thankfully, Emilia diminished all of my worry. She kissed me with so much force, and told me how much she loved all of this. That bright smile that I love spread across Emilia's beautiful face.

We sat down to enjoy our lunch. Emilia really likes champagne. Good thing it's just the regular stuff, so I don't have to worry about her getting drunk.

After I found out that Emilia likes the water, but doesn't know how to swim, I offered to teach her. Honestly, I'm feeling a little loose, and saw this as a perfect opportunity to get some of her clothes off.

I'm supposed to be waiting. Waiting until she's ready. Until Emilia knows more. But I can't help myself.

Not when Emilia stared at me with hunger. Not when she offered her blood to me anytime I want. Not when I took that dress off of her. Not when she wrapped her body around mine in the water. And definitely not when she begged me to be harder.

I didn't even really mean to feed like this. I was just going to take a little. I definitely didn't mean to pull on her hair that hard, and have my way with her.

Then Emilia just had to start grinding on me. I don't want her to stop. I even gripped her hip to help her. And she likes it. A lot.

I can tell by her moans echoing in the cave. By the way she demanded me to be harder. And by the way she came on top of me.

It's like there's a fog over my brain. I feel guilty about what we just did, but why? Emilia even assured me that she liked it. That she wants more.

Is she drunk? Am I drunk? How the fuck did we get drunk?

Emilia told me she wants more, but..

"You won't scare me away Ares. I want this, and I want you." She said.

F**k. Me.

I smiled at my mate. Then I grabbed my hair at the back of her head, and pulled her back. My other hand gripped Emilia's hip to keep her in place.

"Be careful what you wish for pet." I said dangerously.

Emilia's entire body shivered at my tone.

I like it.

The animal in me is surfacing. Emilia squirmed as I held her in place. It only made this better for me. I like watching her squirm. I love watching the excitement pour off of my mate.

Emilia's face started to turn an even deeper red than what it was. Her eyes are fogged over, and glossy. Emilia parted her lips as her breathing became harsher.

All I can do is stare at her. I want to tie her up. Put my favorite gag in her mouth, and force her to suck me off. I bet she would look so beautiful choking on me. Emilia would love the taste of my cum.

Ares..

Emilia started to grind on me again. I let her do as she wished. My hand moved from her hip to trail between us. I pressed my fingers over her covered p***y. Emilia moaned for me again.

Fuck, I love that sound. I don't think I've ever wanted to hear so many noises from a partner before. And I never want Emilia to stop moaning my name. Don't stop Ares..

My fingers slowly moved inside of Emilia's panties. I just want to touch her. Skin to skin. I just want to feel how wet she is for me. I just-

Ares stop. Rex growled out.

My body froze. Emilia is still grinding, and moaning on top of me. Everything is still hazey.

Why? I asked my wolf.

Our mate is drunk. Rex said.

Drunk? No, it was regular champagne. I said.

My fingers are still hooked around Emilia's panties. If she keeps grinding, eventually I'm going to feel that delcious p***y of hers. Why am I even waiting? She is drunk. Rex said sternly.

But look how bad she wants it. I argued.

Our mate is sexy yes, but she is not in her right mind, and neither are you. Rex said.

I frowned. I'm not am I? I can tell. But why? I barely even had any of the alcohol, and it shouldn't have an affect on me anyways.

Ask Ahkari. Rex said.

Right now? While I have my mate grinding on top of me? While my fingers are so close to-

Now Ares. Rex demanded.

Kari. I reached out through the link.

Yeah? Everything going good? She asked.

That champagne. It was just regular right? I asked.

Nope. It was spelled. Pretty sure that Bexley gave it to us for B's last birthday. She replied.

I cut the link immediately.

F**k.

F**k me.

Told you. Rex said.

Emilia is drunk. It's rubbing off on me. The same way her emotions do. We're connected already. I have to snap out of it. I need to take control of the situa-

My train of though was cut off by Emilia grabbing my hand that is half in her panties, and pressing my fingers into her. She moaned loudly as my eyes fluttered. Holy fucking shit. She's so wet. I know we're in water, but it's different. She's wet like in that dream last night.

Emilia kept rocking against my hand. I'm afraid to move. I want to. I want to explore this fucking amazing pussy of hers. I just... Rex was right, she isn't in her right mind. But.. my f*****g Goddess, Emilia looks so damn sexy. I bet she could ride me so good. She knows exactly how to move her hips.

I pulled Emilia's hair harder, yanking her head back. She moaned loudly, and I swear she got wetter. All you can hear is Emilia moaning my name as it bounces off the walls.

F**k this.

I moved my fingers through my girls pussy. I rubbed her juices all over her c**t. Emilia moaned louder as she contined to moved against me. I moved my fingers back more, and entered one finger inside of her.

All sense is lost to me now. No one is going to bring me out of this haze. Not when I have a pussy this wet, this tight, throwing itself at me. I can't deny her anymore.

I added another finger into Emilia's pussy, and she gasped. I moved my hand from her hair down to her bra. Then I ripped it off of her body completely. Emilia's beautiful breasts are perked up in my face. Her nipples are hard, and just begging me to taste them.

I wrapped my free hand around my mates neck, between her boobs. F**k, she looks so damn sexy. Emilia's face is still a deep shade of red. Her eyes are still glossy. There's drool coming out of the corner of her mouth.

Emilia looked down at me, and I've ever seen anything so damn sexy in my life.

Ares.. She moaned out.

I squeezed Emilia's neck, and her eyes rolled back. At this point she's pretty much fucking my hand. I feel like I'm ready to explode. All I want to do is throw her over this rock bench, and f**k her senseless.

I feel like I'm about to reach my own climax. Emilia is just going faster. Grinding, and bouncing harder. She's getting wetter.

I squeezed her throat even more, and she came. It was like I felt her orgasm pulse through me. I jerked as I came myself.

And then all the fog cleared.

Oh no.

I looked up at Emilia. She has a goofy smile spread across her beautiful face. One of her hands is wrapped around my wrist that's around her neck. She finally stopped moving. "Emilia, I'm so sor-"

I was stopped by my mate leaning down to press her lips to mine.

"Please don't open your stupid mouth, and ruin the moment." She whispered against my lips. "That was so much fun." She said.

"You're drunk Emilia." I said.

"I know." My mate replied as she rested her forehead to mine.

"You know?" I asked as I removed my hands from her p***y, and her throat.

Emilia nodded as I wrapped my arms around her.

"Does that mean you have no regrets?" I asked her.

"I never regret anything when it comes to you Ares." Emilia admitted.

I smiled. That makes me happier than I'll ever admit to her. I love her so much. I want her to feel the same way for me. To really love me.

"And no, you were not too rough. I really liked it when you choked me. Which is so weird to me, but.. You're my mate, so I guess it makes sense." She said.

I reached one hand up to cup her cheek. Emilia is so beautiful. So perfect. So amazing. I will never let her go.

"Have you ever been to a county fair?"