"SLOW DOWN GOLIATH!"

Huffing and out of breath, she leans over placing her hands on her knees to gather her breathing. Her dark curls falling around her face. Chest rising and falling rapidly trying to gather air into her lungs. A whimper makes her look up to meet the eyes of her friend. Her silver eyes softening at the sight of her long time companion. She reaches out allowing her hand to brush through the soft fur coat. 

"I am alright friend..." 

He licks her hand while the sound of other broken branches alerts them to their surroundings. Looking up, she comes face to face with well over a dozen more wolves. Some small pups while other full grown. Each bowing to the dark hair beauty in respect. The young woman chuckling lightly at them and shaking her head. 

"You know better Mira"

She whips her eyes up to the familiar voice. The blonde hair now shorter and his frame tall, strong. He walks through brushing his hand in the air signalling for the wolves to disperse which they do. He strolls with sturdy steps directly to her with a gentle smirk on her lips. 

"You wouldn't tell on your baby sister now would you?"

"You can not continue to use that card on me. I only recently became your brother Mira."

"Yes but your more laid back than Caspian"

Navene laughs shaking his head at her. She has grown into a magnificent beauty in her own right. Her eyes still the silver she was born with. Her hair continuing to resemble that of her mothers. 

"Caspian sets those rules on you because he does not wish to worry your mother"

"But-"

"But nothing!"

They both turn to the sharp tone. Mira gulps looking to the dark hair walking graciously towards them. She links her arm with her husband who leans over kissing her cheek gently. A prominent blush making its way up her neck. 

"Cass, he never lets me leave... not like you!" 

Cass chuckles at her younger sister before turning her gaze back to the golden hair that captured her attention all those years ago. The green eyes shining with love making her insides melt. A nudge to her leg makes her look down to see Tesara requesting her attention. She rubs her thoughtfully, the wolf now fully grown and the protector of their home. 

"I am not nearly as valuable as I once was Mira..." 

They all begin walking back towards their bungalow. Mira bouncing over the fallen trees within the woods while Cass and Navene chuckle at her linked at the arm. Tesara following close behind. 

"Where do you think she gets it from?"

"Oh most definitely her godmother..." 

Navene's words confident knowing how much his guardian loves to venture. It is in her nature just as it is with her children. Liam, Dannick, and the youngest Selcia, gifted the name after a late friend. Liam and Mira have just turned 16 and seem to be on the rebellious side. Dannick is not yet 12 while Princess Selcia is only 7. 

The years have come and gone. Artemis is still the protector and healer as she always was. Caspian still adores her with all his might. Their love knowing no bounds. The legend of her powers have traveled the seas landing her some interesting audiences. Caspian still feels the need to protect her as he knows she would never care for herself. 

Mira had come into her own powers mirroring Artemis' herself. The silver beauty taking the time to teach her and guide her over the years. Liam had recently discovered that his ability to protect can exceed far more than ever perceived imaginable. He has created a bond with Aneesa and chooses to ride the skies. Dannick being born with his father's dark hair and his mother's silver irises has learned he can control fire. It caused much the disarray in the castle when he was upset only his mother being able to soothe him. Princess Selcia took all the features of her mother... with one small difference. The mismatch of her eyes, one electric blue, the other metallic. She has the ability to speak to creatures and is learning how to heal. Although she does not possess the ability to pull her energy like Mira or Artemis, she has chosen to one day become a doctor. At seven years old, she may change her mind. 

A few years ago, a war swept the kingdom claiming the life of Artemis' long time friend, Vatalanie. The wolf remaining loyal to the end. Her final act of bravery being that which saved Casden from what would have been a fatal wound. Artemis had a very difficult time for many a month afterwards. The retired King had created a memorial for the fearless wolf. He had grown very close to her over the years. Aneesa had also taking a liking to the wolf due to her nature to protect... She was a leader and a mother. 

Navene is brought out of his thoughts by the loud thud coming from the front yard. He curses gently under his breath knowing exactly to whom it will be. Mira turns to him looking flushed and wide eyed. He takes a deep breath before walking himself and his wife around the home. The sight of the dark dragon with a very upset woman standing in front. He attempts to smile but can feel her glare making him clear his throat. 

"It's good to see-"

"Navene..." 

Her voice laced with warning. Her arms crossed showing the intricate detailing upon her arm. Her silver eyes narrowed upon him. He sighs while Cass points over their shoulders. The woman than slouches while Cass releases her arm from her husband only to rush to her beloved sister. 

"I've missed you Artemis" 

"As I have you Cass. Are you well?"

"Yes"

Artemis smiles down at her slowly protruding belly. Not far enough along to know much but Tesara says it is to be girl. Artemis has yet to tell them. A shift in her view and she sees a sheepish Mira stepping out waving guiltily. She huffy releasing Cass while strolling to Mira. The young beauty looking petrified to her godmother.

"Artemis, I'm-"

Artemis raises her hand signaling her to stop. Mira complies while Artemis whistles. Goliath slowly coming into view with his tail between his legs.

You can not continue to do this Goliath. She is worrying Mom.

She only wishes for a little freedom Artemis.

Freedom she will never receive if she continues to disregard the rules.

Goliath bows his head to his leader. Artemis then turns back to the watery eyes of her baby sister in law. She has done this more than enough times. They discovered early on that she was very free natured. Liam much to their dismay, was the same. The difference being whom their mother was. Analee was not so okay with her baby girl galabanting about while Artemis believed it was good to be adventurous.

"Mira, you have worried mom... again."

"But I'm perfectly fine, see!"

She flails her arms for exaggeration before dropping them back to her side. Artemis smiles amused, turns on her heel walking back to her traveling companion. Kaleo who is now fully grown helps Artemis back up. His appearance that of horror stories but his heart as soft and gentle as a teddy bear. His relationship with humans completely differ than years prior.

"Come Mira, your riding with me."

Mira's jaw slacks at her command. Never before did she ride one of the winged creature. They seem to always be with Liam, Caspian, or Artemis.

"Sis, are you..."

Her worlds trailing off by the look on her elder sister's face. Walking over to the side, she gasp feeling him coil the tail around her waist. Pirched behind Artemis, she wraps her arms on her. She begins questioning how Goliath will make it home but is silenced by the take off. The wind literally being knocked out of her. After a few minutes of the air whipping around her, she opens her eyes to come into the most beautiful view. Her eyes drinking it all in. They arrive at the rear of the castle much to quick for her liking. Landing she comes to see a crossed arm peaved looking brother. The tail first coils around Mira's waist gently bringing her down before Artemis.

Artemis can feel her body ignite by just the gaze of her beloved. Still to this day, he is the only one that can set u er body aflamed. Caspian's eyes roam the length of his wife's body. The years have been kind placing curves in all the right places for his queen. She still remains the rarest beauty to him. One he continues to cherish daily.

"Caspian, can I just-"

"No Mira, but you may go to mom and dad."

Mira groans before stomping off leaving the royal couple alone. Caspian's long strides quickly making his way to his beloved wife. Cupping her delicate in his palms, he crashes his lips feeling the sweet delight that sparks his nerves alive. Artemis moans against his lips making him pause and slowly pull away. Her silver pools illuminating with desire for her king.

I shall never get enough of you my love....

Nor I of you my King

Caspian led his wife into their home. A soft smile tugging at his lips while having a firm grasp on his most treasured possession. Seasons will continue to change but with his Queen by his side, he fears nothing. For the gods have bestowed him with an incredible gift... and she was named Artemis.