LOGINShare
Chapter 31: Blossom - Mei
Last Updated:
2022-07-05 00:25:02
Related chapters
A Queen Among Snakes Chapter 32: Dark Secrets Revealed - Mei
Jianyu guides me through the packhouse and with each step I take, more memories become clearer in my mind. I can remember running through these corridors as a child. Running with Jianyu and the other kids. We would play hide and seek, and I was always the best at seeking because I had better senses than them. The packhouse hasn’t changed a bit, at least not in appearance, but the atmosphere has changed. It used to feel warm and welcoming and now it feels sad and desolate. “How long have you been Alpha?” I ask, wanting something to focus on. “Five years now.” I’m confused. I don’t remember Jianyu being that much older than me, I thought Alphas take over at twenty-one like Amelia had. “How old are you?” I ask, trying to figure this puzzle out. “Twenty-two. Will be twenty-three in a couple of months. I know what you’re thinking and you’re not wrong. I took over as Alpha when I was eighteen as soon as I found my animai. You met her earlier, my Luna, Yan,” he says as he gets a dreamy
Last Updated : 2022-07-06A Queen Among Snakes Chapter 33: Action Stations - Chris
I’ve just busted through my third boxing bag. I wasn’t exactly keeping it together before, but I am man enough to admit I’m a thousand times worse now. I finally felt our bond again, and more than that, I was able to link Mei. I know she heard me because I was pushing into her mind and could hear her thoughts and they shattered my heart into little, tiny pieces. I could feel her having a panic attack – the worst one to date – and I was doing my best to calm and coach her from where I was. I felt her relief and happiness when she heard my voice, but it didn’t last long. Her panic only seemed to escalate and soon she was drowning in guilt and shame and then for the first time since we marked each other, she shut me out. Axel was in shock and hasn’t spoken a word since. I admit it hurt; it hurt really fucking badly. To be cut off from her for so long only to have her choose to be cut off, it’s an unbearable feeling. That being said, I know why she did it and that just stings the open b
Last Updated : 2022-07-07A Queen Among Snakes Chapter 34: Tian Pack - Chris
Arthwin was the last to enter so he could close the portal from our side, but I was paying very little attention to him, my eyes were completed focused on our new surroundings. Despite this being my first time here, the sense of familiarity is strong. As I glance around I am instantly reminded of Mei’s dream. That little home she lived in was clearly here at the Tian Pack and I have to admit this pack is a wondrous sight.The entire Tian Pack is built on top of a vast lake. Everywhere you look there are stone paths and stone bridges and buildings sitting on the water. Numerous stairs descend into the water itself and small boats float on the water’s surface. Lily pads and baby pink water lilies float delicately along the water, and the strong scent of plum blossom hangs in the air, but not the same as Mei’s.Beautiful Chinese buildings with turquoise roofs, red wood and gold detailing make up this entire floating metropolis and every structure is surrounded by the most luscious plum b
Last Updated : 2022-07-07A Queen Among Snakes Chapter 35: Reunited - Chris
No one attempts to stop me as I sprint into the packhouse at top speed, following the pull of my bond to Mei. I’m weaving around people, twisting, and turning down corridors and up numerous stairs; the pull getting stronger the further I go. Soon Mei’s sweet, fruity yet floral, plum blossom scent is invading my senses in a heady caress, and I know I’m close. I stop in front of a large door and every cell in my body is screaming that Mei is on the other side of the door. Axel can’t contain himself, and neither can I, but with great effort, I will myself to calm down. I can feel and scent her just on the other side, I can hear her breathing and her heartbeat picking up speed, and I have to tap down my instinct to slam the door open and take her in my arms. I take in a long deep breath and gently knock on the door. I’ve never been so nervous in my whole entire life. “Mei, it’s Chris, please let me in.” My voice is so shaky it’s bordering on a stutter. I hear her heart kick up a gear, b
Last Updated : 2022-07-07A Queen Among Snakes Chapter 36: Sanctuary - Mei
He’s here. My Chris is finally with me and it’s not a dream. When I felt his vibration I thought maybe I’d finally gone insane. That it had all become too much, and I had lost all shred of my sanity. But then his dragon beard candy scent wafted under the door, and I knew I wasn’t crazy. Every word he uttered pierced my soul. I don’t know if souls are living entities, but if they are, then it felt as though mine was suffocating. I was afraid he’d be disgusted by me; that he wouldn’t want me. I feared what feeling our bond would do to him, but all my fear was doing was hurting him, and I never meant to do that. I thought I was protecting him from the ugliness around me, but I was wrong. From the moment I met Chris, he’s been this warm, guiding light. It kept the darkness at bay and kept me safe from the cold. He’s pure-hearted, with an endless capacity for love and patience and I can’t help but feel like the darkness around me was tainting him. I didn’t want him to carry that burden;
Last Updated : 2022-07-08A Queen Among Snakes Chapter 37: Tense Reunion - Mei
Chris and I walk hand and hand to the ‘throne room’, and I can feel my armpits sweating with each step I take. I want to see my friends, but I’m also extremely nervous. “I’m right here the whole time. If it gets too much ju–” “Just let you know and we’re out of there,” I say cheekily. “I remember the drill,” I smile up at him. He gives me a loving smile in return and kisses the back of my hand sending electricity up my arm. “If I’m being too much, tell me.” I shake my head, “No. This is exactly what I need. Thank you,” I say earnestly as I squeeze his large hand between both my small ones. 'I tried to tell him we weren’t being too much,' says Axel in my mind. 'You said absolutely no such thing. You were telling me to turn around and take her back for more snuggling, you big furry liar,' Chris chastises Axel. 'Tattletale,' Axel grumbles, and after what feels like years, I laugh. Hearing their silly bickering has me giggling again like it always used to and immediately I feel the
Last Updated : 2022-07-09A Queen Among Snakes Chapter 38: Proceed With Caution - Chris
Setia sure has a set of ovaries on her. I say ‘ovaries’ and not ‘balls’ because, let’s face it, balls are fragile as fuck. Flick ‘em wrong and you can bring a man to his knees, even if that man is a mutolupus. We supernatural beings were blessed with many strengths, but super balls weren’t one of them. I definitely cussed too much in front of Mei, which is something I try to avoid doing, but between the Tian Pack’s Alpha wanting to go to war half-cocked, using Mei’s trauma as an excuse for his shit decisions and then Setia wanting alone time with my animai after what happened last time, let’s just say it took all my will power not to start throwing punches. Resorting to violence has never been my way, but when it comes to Mei I become a livewire that everyone needs to stay clear of. I was grateful she let me shift so Axel and I could stand guard. I was so proud of the way she spoke up to Setia. Mei usually speaks so timidly, never wanting to speak out of turn, always afraid of sayin
Last Updated : 2022-07-10A Queen Among Snakes Chapter 39: Blind Intimacy - Chris
There’s only one other door in here, and I really hope it’s a bathroom. I walk over to the door to the right, peek my head in and to my relief, it’s a bathroom. It’s small with brown wood lining the walls and floor. It looks more like a sauna. Even the tub is above ground with brown wood panelling around it. But who really cares? A bath is a bath. I get to work running the water. I find some shampoo, conditioner and body wash and line them up along the edge of the tub. I take a look around as the tub fills up and grab some towels, also placing them on the edge of the tub, and then I manage to find a bathrobe, but it’s not the robe I’m after. I grab the tie from around the robe and yank it off. This is going to have to do. Once the tub is filled enough, I turn off the tap. Here goes nothing. I take the tie from the robe and tie it tight around my eyes, instantly plunging myself into darkness. Time to let my other senses do the work for me. This must be what life is like for Yildiz, c
Last Updated : 2022-07-10
Latest chapter
A Queen Among Snakes Author's Note
Thank you to everyone who has read this book and for all the positive feedback you readers have shown me. It has been beyond heartwarming. I have enjoyed all of your comments with each passing day. Seeing you all connect with the story and characters truly touched me. I truly hope that if you are in the mood you will consider donating gems, and most importantly, leaving a review of this book on the book's main page. It would do me and my book a huge favour and will also allow me to hear your thoughts on the story. Speaking of story... Here is a breakdown of the series so far, what currently exists and what is to come! Currently Available: Book 1 - A Queen Among Alphas (completed and also available on paperback) Bite-Size Luna - A prequel spin-off to A Queen Among Alphas (completed and coming soon to paperback) Book 2 - A Queen Among Snakes (completed and coming soon to paperback) Book 3 - A Queen Among Blood (completed and coming soon to paperback) Book 4 - A Queen Among Darkn
A Queen Among Snakes Chapter 81: Letting Go - Mei
“Mei?” I hear Eric ask. I zone back into the conversation; I really need to learn how to stop doing that. “Sorry, Eric,” I say sheepishly. “It’s okay,” he assures me with a kind smile, “Now that I have your attention again, there’s something I wanted to ask you in today’s session.” “What’s that?” I ask curiously. “In the past couple months you’ve interacted with Irshiusts on numerous occasions, but you haven’t once thought to ask them what became of the Alpha and Luna of Albus Mons.” “That’s not a question,” I point out. “You’re right,” he smiles, “I’m just wondering why.” “Because I don’t want to. It’s not something I ever think about. They were brought to justice and can’t hurt me or anyone else again, I don’t need to know more than that.” “Does that mean you’ve forgiven them?” I feel taken aback by his question. Forgiven them? How can anyone who has done such monstrous things be forgiven? “Why would I do that?” I ask warily. “Forgiveness isn’t about the other person; it’s
A Queen Among Snakes Chapter 80: Playtime and Decisions - Mei
I take a deep breath as I eye my target. Everything is resting on what happens next. One wrong move and it’s all over for me but I’m not about to let that happen. I’ve come too far to lose now. I watch as the puck glides quickly in my direction and with a quick flick of my wrist, I hit the mallet at the puck sending it across the table where it shoots right into the gap at the end of the table. I throw my arms up in victory and dance around. “Oh, come on!” Vitali exclaims, “There’s no way you’ve never played air hockey before. You’re a devious snake and I think you’re hustling me,” he accuses, pointing a finger at me. “What does hustling mean?” I ask, stopping my dance to look at him curiously. “It means he’s a sore loser,” Amelia teases from the couch where she and Marcus are cuddling. “I am not a sore loser, I just find it hard to believe that someone who claims to have never played air hockey has beaten every single one of us,” he says, narrowing his eyes at me. “I swear I’ve n
A Queen Among Snakes Chapter 79: Welcoming With A Surprise - Chris
There hasn’t been a dull moment since the coronation. Aulen returned and put up a permanent portal between Longsang and Invictus. Mei requested it be placed in a specific room in the palace so that it would be easy to find and prevent anyone from stumbling upon it by accident. My sweet, little Empress is a genius. Amelia followed her lead and requested the other side of the portal open inside the Temple of Morrtemis, again so no one would accidentally find it. Within days of the coronation, several members of the den packed up their belongings and came to live at Invictus. Their new homes aren’t ready yet so in the meantime, they’re staying in the guest house. Mei and I have been helping them to integrate into the pack. Some pack members – the troublemakers and the old-fashioned people – weren’t as welcoming to our new members, but they’re smart enough to keep their mouths shut. The rest of the pack, however, welcomed the nagata with open arms and have been helping them assimilate, es
A Queen Among Snakes Chapter 78: Festivities - Mei
After the ceremony, everyone gathered outside and what I saw was like I was seeing colours for the first time. More red lanterns hung from strings reaching from tree to tree and as the sun set they cast a soft red glow over everyone. There were performances, music, and plenty of food to go around. Everyone was together celebrating what just happened and if that wasn’t enough to make me happy, getting to see more of my Chinese heritage in action, was. For fourteen years I never even dared to dream I’d experience a day like this one, and yet now it kind of feels like a dream. A beautiful dream that I never want to wake up from. Logic tells me fate brought me here, it wasn’t an easy journey, and it wasn’t one I wish on anyone else, but boy does getting here feel worth it.I’m sure that sounds crazy. Who could ever feel the horrors I’ve lived through are worth it? But the truth is, those horrors allow me to appreciate all of this so much more. Joy, pleasure, love; I treasure and feel thes
A Queen Among Snakes Chapter 77: Coronation Pt 2 - Chris
Watching Mei take her oath standing before me looking like a Goddess has me captivated. I hoped and prayed every day and night since we met that she would find her strength and become who she was meant to be. I never knew this was what the future had in store for her, but watching it happen before my eyes, it feels right and as I feel the pride radiating off her, I’m filled with pride for her.I force myself to focus back on Qiang as he begins to address the crowd one more time.“Today is a day of many firsts, for today we not only welcome our new Empress who is the first of her kind, but we welcome our new Emperor, the first mutolupus to govern over our people. To those who may disagree with this, I remind you of our most sacred beliefs. The bond between soulmates is the purest gift of love and strength ever given to us by the Goddess Zarseti. It is through our soulmate we find peace, wholeness, and a pillar for life. The Gods have chosen this man to be not only the pillar for our Em
A Queen Among Snakes Chapter 76: Coronation Pt 1 - Mei
I can’t believe this is really happening. I’ve spent all day in Nuo’s bedroom as she helped me get ready for the ceremony. I’m used to the women back at Invictus helping me get ready for something, but those times took maybe an hour at the most. This, however, has been a day-long process, one I’m very grateful to have had Nuo’s help with. Looking at the final result, I no longer recognise myself.My creamy skin is glowing and luminescent from the makeup she did, shaping and accentuating the shape of my eyes while giving them a small cat eye and a dusting of gold on the lids to match the gold lipstick on my lips. My hair has been pulled up and styled into I guess what looks like several buns elegantly tied together and golden clips pinned throughout. I don’t have pierced ears so finding earrings was tricky, but she managed to find a beautiful pair of gold chandelier clip-on earrings, but all of that is nothing compared to the stunning gold embroidered hanfu I’m wearing. The inner layer
A Queen Among Snakes Chapter 75: Therapy - Chris
It’s one week till the coronation and things have been hectic as hell, although Mei seems to be thriving. She’s embracing her new role with gusto and watching it is inspirational. She’s been working closely with Nuo, who is overseeing the entire ceremony. She’s organised the decorations and what we’ll be wearing and teaching Mei and myself the words and customs of the ceremony. It’s a lot more than what I experienced for my Delta ascension and to be honest, I’m getting excited and to top it off it’s a crash course in Mandarin. I’m also anxious as hell, but I think it would be weird if I wasn’t. In between learning the words for the ceremony and the ceremony itself I’ve been juggling the fittings for what I’ll be wearing and doing a lot of finance work not just for Invictus but Longsang as well. The people of Longsang know how to be self-sustaining but so much there has been left in squaller because of their selfish prick of an Emperor. Oh sure, he had no issues with buying jets and ex
A Queen Among Snakes Chapter 74: Goodbye - Mei
We had lunch with Qiang and Nuo and then they took us around showing us more of Longsang. Seeing this place as a guest instead of a prisoner helps me to appreciate it more. Longsang is a truly breathtaking place, even Chris was in awe as we walked around. It did give Chris and me a chance to see what changes need to be made. The school here looks like no one has cared about it in years, which makes me sad. It hurts to think there are children here growing up without an education just like I did. The medical centre has definitely seen better days. Everyone’s homes are in good condition because they take care of them themselves, but anything that involves community or public wellbeing has been horribly neglected. When I think I’ve learned all there is to know about Zixin’s cruelty I learn something new that devastates me. Nuo, however, told me that my mother loved the school and actually was one of the teachers. Hearing this has made me even more determined to fix this place up and turn
