Destiny Begins: The Twin Destinies Saga

By Cheryl Davis

Before twins, Cora and Viola, can fulfill the destiny that fate has laid out for them, Angelica and Thomas must overcome the obstacles that stand in the way of their mating.

They’d met as young children and were pulled together then but fate kept them apart for years even though they attended the same schools all of their lives. With their parents hating each other and having forbidden them to even talk to each other, it’s a shock when they find out that destiny has chosen them to be together. How do they overcome the war between each of their parents to make their relationship work or will they eventually cave to the pressure and walk away?

• Language: English
• Publisher: Cheryl Davis
• Release date: Jan 24, 2014
• ISBN: 9781304838018

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Destiny Begins

The Twin Destinies Saga

Prequel Novella

By

Cheryl Davis

Copyright © 2014 Cheryln Davis

Destiny Begins

Written by, Cheryl Davis

ISBN Number: 978-1-304-83801-8

Edited by: Christina Escue @ C.E. Editing, email: [e-mail]

Cover Art by: Cora Graphics, email: [e-mail] or website: www.coragraphics.it

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Acknowledgements

I have to thank my mother for teaching me that reading is an adventure from a very early age. She’s the one who showed me that books will always be better than movies and should always be cherished.

To my husband and kids, your support means everything to me. Your belief helped to make this book possible because without you, my life would be empty.

Many thanks and much love to my wonderful editor Christina at C.E. Editing. I couldn’t make this journey without you.

Cora Graphics, your vision and talent are truly amazing and I love the cover that you have designed for this book. Working with you is truly a pleasure and I look forward to many more collaborations to come!

I have such love for my wonderful beta readers Donna Bossert, Caryn Santee, Christina Escue, Michelle Williams and Raygan Taylor. Your insight and suggestions helped to make this book come to life.

My eternal gratitude goes out to fellow authors who take the time to still continually give me pointers and advice through this amazing journey. Thank you so much Chrissy Peebles, Erica Stevens, Ellena Jennings and Wanita May for all you do.

To Tarnya Rutherford and all of the amazing fans on my street team, thank you for your dedication and support. Most of all, thank you for sharing my books with the world.

Don’t ever give up on your dreams, even if you haven’t figured out what they are yet!

Books by Cheryl Davis

Destiny Begins: The Twin Destinies Saga Prequel Novella

Cora’s Kismet: The Twin Destinies Saga Book One

Viola’s Risk: The Twin Destinies Saga Book Two (Coming Soon)

Chapter One

Angelica was frustrated as she brushed out her hair while getting herself ready for school. Nothing felt right in her life anymore. Her parents, or more accurately, her mother, were always nagging her about finding her mate. It wasn’t enough that Camilla was always shoving the wrongs done to their ancestor by the same name as her own, down her throat anymore, now she had to deal with having to be mated even though she just wasn’t ready for that.

To make matters even worse, the boy she liked was off limits to her because of some feud that had gone on for who knows how long between her family and his. Her mother had forbidden her from even looking in his direction, let alone talking to him, but what she did at school Camilla didn’t necessarily have to know about. The corners of Angelica’s mouth lifted in a sly smile at the thought of the stolen glances she’d managed to catch of Thomas around school.

She still didn’t have enough courage to talk to him, more because she was afraid someone would clue her mother into the fact that she’d disobeyed, than any worries that he’d reject her. She’d caught him stealing glances at her as well. It wasn’t like there was a chance the two of them could be mates because they were both Lunarians. Typically, their kind mated Lunarian to Solarian and vice versa. It was just an innocent crush between them.

I don’t know what the big deal is. Angelica said to herself in the full-length mirror. She tossed her brush onto her dresser and snatched up her backpack from the floor, heading out of the bedroom for the front door. As she walked down the hall, she thought back to the first time she’d met Thomas.

They’d all been at an official, mandatory meeting called by the leader of their race. She’d only been three years old so she didn’t remember anything about what the meeting was about. Anna had taken her over to a grassy area outside of the amphitheater used for this type of gathering so she could play without disrupting the proceedings.

As she ran around the clearing picking all of the pretty flowers she could find, a boy a little older than her came running across the clearing, plowing through the flowers and trampling all over them.

Angelica smiled as she remembered how furious she had been that he’d been crushing the beautiful blooms she was picking for her mother.

You’d better hurry, or you’ll be late for school. Her father’s voice interrupted her memory. She looked up into his kind eyes and wondered how he could stand being mated to as hateful of a woman as her mother was.

I’m going to catch the bus now. I won’t miss it or be late Dad. I promise. Angelica said and stood on her toes to give him a kiss on the cheek.

Have a good day my dear. He said as he turned and headed into his study, where he spent most of his time, trying to avoid Camilla. Angelica thought it was such a shame because he was a great man.

Exiting the house, she glanced at her watch and realized she was running later than she’d thought. Taking off at a run, she made it to the bus stop just as the bus was coming to a stop. Panting from her run, she climbed on board the bus and took her seat next to one of her two best friends.

Amy looked up at Angelica and smiled.

I’m gonna ask Craig out today. She stated without saying hello. That was just how Amy was and it made Angelica smile as she caught her breath.

I don’t know what you see in him Aimes. He’s such a moron. Angelica said as she settled in, her heavy breathing easing into her normal pattern.

He’s just so hot. Amy exclaimed.

Good looks don’t make up for not having any brains. Angelica said with a smirk.

Who needs brains when he looks that good? She replied and flashed a brilliant smile.

Angelica laughed. It was just like Amy to not care at all whether the guy she was dating had anything going for him in the intelligence department, or not, as long as he was good eye candy.

He’s so shallow though. Give him a mirror and he’ll be entertained for hours and won’t even realize you exist. Angelica said and rolled her eyes. Guys like him drove her nuts.

Then I’ll just have to keep him away from mirrors won’t I? Amy asked as she pulled out a small mirror of her own and checked her make up.

Never mind, all we’d have to do is give you your own mirror and you two would get along great. Angelica said and swatted her friend on the arm.

Ha ha, you are so funny. Amy said, putting the mirror back in her purse.

It’s not my fault that you’re as attracted to mirrors as Craig is. Maybe if you worried about your grades as much as you do whether or not your makeup and hair are perfect, you wouldn’t be almost failing most of your classes. Angelica told her friend with a serious look.

Like I’m ever gonna need this stuff out in the real world Angie. Amy replied with a roll of her eyes.

Angelica dropped it because the bus was now pulling up to the school. She also knew that Amy wasn’t about to listen to anything she had to say on the subject of school and grades. As much as she loved her friend, she knew their priorities, when it came to boys and school, were on opposite ends of the spectrum.

As Amy and Angelica got off of the bus, they were met by their other best friend, Tracy.

Hey. She called out as they walked the three feet over to where she was sitting on the low wall surrounding a flower bed in front of the school.

So, Amy’s decided she’s going to ask Craig out today. Angelica said, beating her friend to the punch and earning herself a dirty look.

Yeah, you have fun with that. He’s too dumb for my tastes. Tracy said, rolling her eyes.

He’s the quarterback of the football team Trace, what’s not to like? Amy asked as she scanned the area in front of the school for him.

Angelica looked around too, but it wasn’t for Craig.

You know better than to get me started on that one Aimes. Looking for Thomas? Tracy asked Angelica after dismissing Amy’s question.

I know I’m not supposed to even look his way but I can’t help myself. Angelica said and plopped down next to Tracy on the wall when she didn’t spot him on her scan, disappointed.

What is the deal with your parents? Why do you two have to suffer because they can’t get along? Tracy asked irritated. She knew how much Angelica liked Thomas, and she thought the rule of no contact between them was dumb.

I have no idea. Anytime I ask, I get told that it’s nothing for me to worry about. Then they start asking why I’m asking. I can’t tell them the reason, so I have to drop it before I get into trouble. Angelica said with a sigh.

Why is it that the grownups act more like children than we do? We’re supposed to be the children, not them. Tracy asked leaning back with her palms in the dirt of the flower bed.

I don’t know, but I wish they’d grow up. She said and scanned the crowd of people again. As her eyes passed over each person, she felt a gaze on her back and turned her head to look for the source.

As she turned halfway around, her eyes met Thomas’ and locked. For a few minutes, it was as if they were alone in their own world together, as if nothing else existed. It felt like it lasted forever before the connection was broken when the warning bell for homeroom rang out, and Tracy tugged on her arm so they weren’t late for class.

*****

Thomas watched for Angelica to get off the bus every morning just so he could see her. This morning his friend Alex had him checking answers to their