A KISS

The two big brown wolves ran through the forest, tongues out as they tried panting. Their hind legs strongly supported the forelimbs as they kept jumping the ground to gain more speed.

Their fur stood up like spikes and their bulging wolf eyes indicated fear plus calculated plans. As soon as they got to two tall trees, they split and both of them climbed with efficiency. Looking down from the branches, everywhere was silent. From the other side, Amelia looked at her brother from her hiding place, eyes popping as if to ask what was going on.

The silence was becoming more awkward and Amelia decided to speak up, her voice hushed.

"We shouldn't be standing here. We should tell Alex that the pack will soon be invaded." She suggested. They needed to let their stepbrother, the new King know that danger was looming. 

"And risk losing our own lives? Those hyena clans are after us. You do know how fast they are, don't you? If we die now, there will be nobody to deliver the..."

"Stop!" They heard a distant cry and they kept quiet, trying hard to blend in with the branches.

"I think I hear voices!" They had heard the distant voice again, this time getting clearer and they could hear the French accent.

"It's nothing, general. I think they're gone." Another voice spoke. Within a few seconds, they heard retreating footsteps.

"It is not over yet, Werewolves."

When they were both sure they'd gone, they jumped down the tree.

"Phew!" Amelia exhaled.

"That was close." Her brother added before they both turned towards the bush and continued their journey to Forester county, their home.

Crossing the bridge to the Castle, Amelia realized how much they had missed home. They shifted back into humans and walked up to their favorite snack stand. Their appearance spoke of wealth and no one could miss the golden-haired princess Amelia with her small stature.

She was twenty already but she looked fourteen. Her twin brother, Ethan on the other hand has similar blonde hair falling across his head with a sexy bang left to drop on his forehead. He had a beautiful dimple on his right cheek and was always confident about his looks he can lure any girl he wants to his bed. His luscious lips were kissable and his glassy green eyes very inviting.

"Mr. Patrick?" Amelia called, her tiny high-pitched voice grabbing the baker's full attention.

He shot his head up and his angry face turned soft as he spread his arms to hug the siblings who hesitated.

"Whoa! Easy with the shirt man. It's pretty expensive!" Ethan explained, his body tilted to the side to avoid Patrick's hugs. The man paused midway, confused, and looked at Amelia for clarification.

"What he's actually talking about is that you have some powder on your apron, Mr. Patrick. We wouldn't want to get stained because it's not appropriate seeing the prince in dirty clothes." The huge man though disappointed nodded and went back to his stand.

Everyone in the kingdom knew Patrick was born dumb and only one of his eyes was functioning. Yet, he lived a simple life despite his tough appearance. He always focused on his work and made sure everyone he came across always get comfortable.

Amelia and Ethan entered the Castle and made for the royal main bedroom meant for the Alpha.

On their way, they met with Ellie who squealed in delight and went to hug the two. While Amelia just received the simple hug, Ethan adjusted his hair and shirt, and giving off a seductive wink, he grabbed Ellie tight and embraced her.

He has always had his eyes on the beautiful woman even before he left Forester Pack for his studies, but Ellie always pretended not to see it.

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Selena burst into her room almost breathless. She closed the door and held her chest. Her heart was beating fast for two reasons. She was almost caught eavesdropping by the King and also learned that the patient was going to be staying with him. She felt pained.

The door clicked open and Alex walked in, his movement gracious. He made sure he was close to her, face almost touching before holding a diamond necklace to her face.

"This yours?" His deep voice seeped into her head and at once she realized she wasn't afraid. She felt calm within her and she brought up her face to meet his.

She accessed his face from his eyes, well-chiseled nose, and beautiful lips. She licked her lips subconsciously and moaned before grabbing his face and kissing him without thinking twice. She could feel his voice trying to resist but it died down and for a brief moment, she felt his hand pressed on her waist.

She broke the kiss and looked up at a speechless Alex. A bright red was beginning to show on his face and Selena was shocked. Is he blushing? She thought.

Alex looked at the woman before him and he knew there was no Jupiter to tell him she wasn't made for him. He felt like he was on a high mountain for a moment during the kiss. While he touched her waist, he felt like she was his safe haven. A place where he can lay all his worries and all. But she was betrothed to his brother.

He stepped back suddenly as he remembered that. It would be unfair of him to take advantage of the poor girl who is being tossed from one man to another. By the way, it was obvious she was grieving and probably missed Craig.

"I'll just drop this here," he put the necklace on the bed, avoiding Selena's eyes.

"Let's forget this happened."

She wanted to talk but he had turned his back on her already, walking outside the room. As if on cue, tears rolled out of her eyes uncontrollably.

She immediately cleaned them as she couldn't tell why she was crying. Sitting on the bed, she wondered if the patient was the reason why Alex felt he was doing this, and more than that, she blamed herself for kissing him. It was as if she was throwing herself at him but she just couldn't help it, something pulled her to him every time she looked into his eyes. 

While still thinking, she heard rushing footsteps at the entrance. Looking at who it was, she saw Ellie and her friend, Amelia. Amelia being the youngest of the royal family has been Selena's friend since childhood, until she was made to go and study at college outside the kingdom. Seeing her again only kindled the light she thought had been extinguished.

"Amelia!" She jumped on her to hug while the two friends squealed.

"Selena! Oh, how I've missed you so much."

Selena separated from her friend to check her out.

"You're so grown,"

"What?! Selena, that's mean!" They both laughed and hugged again.

"So how's college?"

Selena asked as Ellie turned, leaving the jolly good friends to themselves.

During their chatter, a maid came to announce that dinner was ready. They both left their room to the dining room.

"So are you getting married to my brother?" Amelia asked causing Selena to almost spill out her food in shock. She wasn't expecting that question.