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Viviane POVAfter discussing all of our options in an assembly of Alphas and high-ranked wolves in the Greenway territory, we agreed I needed to come to the palace and ask for an audience with Prince Patrick and that is precisely what I attempt to do when noises coming from one of the big rooms on the ground floor divert me from my path. “Fuck, precious, you are such a good girl. That’s it, suck it, you know you want it. There, take it, take it all.” The sounds of someone gagging and mewl noises were coming out of the room, almost making me throw up. How are they able to have sex in moments like this? When a man’s life is literally hanging by a thread? Vicious people. “Do..do you want to continue, milady? The servant who is escorting me gestured forward down the corridor, the poor man looked white as a sheet from the embarrassment. He halted mid hallway too and hesitated to continue as the sound of gaspings, squeals and flesh slapping came from the other side of the door. As if
Alpha Atticus POV “What..what is she doing here?” I managed to ask in a low voice. I’m still shackled to the ceiling and my feets are dragging on the floor. I'm too weak to stand up straight. My body aches everywhere but I fight my own will to keep alert. I want to know what Philip is up to bringing Viviane to this shithole. Philip is not in his right mindset, he definitely lost it and became mad like his grandfather. Prince Pierre was diagnosed with schizophrenia and had to be interned in an asylum for the rest of his days. “Well, well, well. Tsk. Atticus, you look like shit and smell like it too,” he said scrunching his face, it took him just a moment to take out a handkerchief from his pocket to cover his mouth and nose, “Where are your manners, dog? Can’t you see you have visitors?” He kicked me but I did not move. “Stop it! Don’t you see he is weak? What have you done to him?” Viviane came close to me but Philip stopped her before she could reach me. His grip on her arm
Viviane POV "I believe in you, Selene, thank you”. I closed my eyes and held my hands close to my chest when I muttered to myself these words. But apparently one of the girls who was helping me get ready heard me, "What was that Princess, do you need anything?" she asked. “No, no, is nothing. You shall begin with the preparations." I dismissed her with my hand. Soon the girls started to dress me in a Vera Wang gown, ironically it was the wedding dress Philip had chosen for me when I was his betrothed but now it seemed so wrong to wear that my eyes stinged with tears I refused to shed. Anger rippled my body and I desire to cry overtook me, but I mustered all my strength not to let one tear down my cheek, I won't give Phillip the satisfaction of seeing me defeated. The two girls that started doing my hair and makeup soon realized I was not a happy bride and their once chatty conversation turned into hushed whispers between them. All I managed to capture from their interaction
Alpha Atticus “So, how is it going to be, Atticus? A rejection or do you want me to fuck her senseless in front of you?” Philip laughed maniacally. There is no way he will see me crumble at his feet, I may be battered and on the brink of death but I’m an Alpha. I heaved a deep breath and said sternly, “I will get you for this, Philip, mark my words.” It took me a lot to look at my mate, the only woman I have ever wanted as she is shedding her tears in silence. “I, Atticus Rudolf Greenway, Alpha of the Greenway Pack, reject you, Lady Viviane Sinclair as my mate and righteous Luna. I set you free of the mate's bond. May the goddess forgive us.” Tears of impotence welling in my eyes are the only thing I feel now that the bond has been severed. With each word came an unbearable pain, like hot coils rubbed against my chest. I felt my heart break in many tiny pieces but I had no choice but to comply with Philip’s wish. Forgive me, please. I pleaded with Zeus who was howling aguishly i
Alpha Atticus “It can be, you are dead. The press said your car went overboard and you both perished at sea.” I said in astonishment. “Ouch. It’s nice to see you too, bro,” said my best friend and my mirror image who is now standing before me. We look exactly the same apart from some scars I have acquired over the years. He helps me out of my chains, I managed to stand up with his help, draping an arm around his shoulders for support. He removes the shackles, and to my dismay, I don't stumble once I’m free. I feel getting stronger,the surge of power from my wolf telling me he has returned and with him, the ability to heal. "Where have you been all this time? More importantly, how did you find me? It was odd that he appeared in such a critical time after so many years. He handed me clothes, once dressed I pat my friend’s shoulder and looked him in the eyes. Paul sighs, “I owe you an apology for not coming sooner to your aid. After Merari and I decided to elope, we had to hide, an
Alpha Atticus In moments like this I hate not being able to mindlink Viviane. We never got the chance to claim each other and now we don’t share a tether connection. It’s hard to see her using all her energy and I can’t stand that my wolf can’t help her carry the burden. A rejection took place and technically we are no longer mates, but in my heart, she is the only woman I want and I’ll do anything to have her again. I’ll bargain with the devil himself if I have to. I would go to the end of the world if it is what it takes to keep her away from harm. Viviane is my soulmate and nothing can’t change that, not even the rejection of the bond. Though I’m focusing on her, my eyes are scanning my surroundings for any sign of an attack. Could I be imagining things, though? The mere sight in front of me is out of this world. I have never seen a manifestation of such power before. Viviane’s hands are glowing a bright white light and she has her hands firmly clasped to the side of Phillip’s h
Alpha Atticus Finally, after a tortuous day we are on our way back to the place where I’ve lived for so many years and now takes another meaning, home. I’m blessed that my mother is back in my life again and that I have a strong pack. The realization of a better future dawns on me and makes my heart feel whole again. While I was away, I knew my people were safe under the guardianship of the other Alphas and warriors, but it doesn’t escape my mind that I have much to deal with when I get there. Beta Jack talked to the pack and they had knowledge of my kidnapping but they didn't know the extent of my captivity or how much I suffered. While I was being hurt and tortured, I did not want my people to feel what I was going through. I shut my walls to the tether that binds me to Greenway Pack not wanting to disclose a full connection hoping to save them the pain I endured because of my love for Viviane, for choosing her. I don't care if I have to die a thousand deaths because of my mate, I
Viviane POV I remember the chaos erupting around us when Atticus came through the blasted doors. Pews went flying in the air, loose leaves mingled with the white doves that we were going to set free as a symbol of our union once we were done with the ceremony. I was dumbfounded to say the least, my heart did a somersault in my chest, “He came for us,” Harmony said excitedly in my head. “Yes, our mate kept his promise.” I certainly did not expect to see him of all people and what hurt me the most was that he saw me getting married to another man, or worse, none other than his enemy. I wanted to cry happy tears for seeing him again, our own wedding was scheduled to take place next week. My eyes lit the moment our gazes met, an urge to run to his arms surged through me like a bolt of lightning but I stood rooted beside Philip, refraining to do so as Atticus shook his head signaling me not to do anything. It all happened so fast, Atticus and Philip exchanged hard words, threatening
Viviane POV This big round belly is so heavy that I wished for the babies to keep growing but outside the womb. Selene heard my prayers because the Females Beta and I were having a big gender reveal party at the packhouse when I started to feel the contractions kicking in. They were happening too close to be ignored and I was rushed to the town's hospital. We had planned for a birth in the city but transportation in my estate is too risky. As soon as we arrived at the ER I had all the medical staff on me. This is a hospital save for shifters and they were expecting me to rush me in the labor room the moment I came through the door. What I thought was going to be a smooth birth has turned into a few hours of continuous tight constractions. “Ugh! Fuck, this hurst! How close I’m I? I fucking feel drained already and these babies don’t seem to want to come out.” I cursed agitated between pants of air. I’m a mess of sweat and tears. Strands of sticky hair are plastered over my forehead.
Alpha Atticus POVWe extended our honeymoon vacations until the end of Summer. The change in the weather was noticeable when we came back. The temperature is dropping and the breeze is more chilly in the mornings, the leaves are falling and preparations for Winter are being made. As soon as Viviane felt ready and settled down with her duties as the new Luna I gathered everyone to tell them the good news. Viviane is wrapped in a warm shawl, I have my arm around her shoulders and have her pressed to my chest in a comforting way. We stand in the front stairs of the mansion, from here I address our pack members. We could have asked for the town’s hall but we wanted the announcement to be more close and personal.“Thank you all for being here on such short notice.” I began to say, scanning the group but was suddenly interrupted. “Sure, we don’t want you to summon us with your Alpha command.” A voice came from the crowd and a chorus of laughter erupted.Is Roger, a man in his thirties, ju
Atticus POV One month later After the trials and settling things in the pack, Viviane and I were able to resume our honeymoon. I brought her to Santorini like she wanted after we had to cut short our plans when we were called to be present for the sentences of the people who attacked my pack and territory. I would have wanted Prince Phillip, the group of hunters that survived the attack and Lord von Thiessen to be punished under werewolves law but I’m glad they all received a heavy sentence after all. Viviane was able to heal Phillip’s tormented soul but the court decided it was best if he stepped down as the next Crown Prince and moved out of the palace. He will be stripped of his allowance and will have to find a job once he completes a series of counseling meetings and receives therapy in a specialized asylum off the coast of France. In the end he accepted the sentence and will have to spend the rest of his life under state surveillance. It will be difficult for me to see him j
Luna Minerva POV Back to the present, I blink my eyes rapidly a few times refusing to shed one more tear. After so many years, the memories of that night still haunt me. I wish I could get away from all this, forget my past. I did not realize I had closed my eyes and when I opened them, the people in the room were looking at me with long faces. “Don’t look at me with pitiful eyes. I know it was not a nice memory, but don’t feel bad for me, please.” The least I want is for my son to get upset. Because of me, he stepped into the title of Alpha too early and had to manage the pack alone. Because of me Viviane almost died and it’s my fault Erick assaulted Greenway pack looking for me. He teamed up with Philip, both men wouldn’t let go of the women they shouldn't want. “What happened next, Luna Minerva?” Viviane asks and my attention turns to where she is now sitting on Atticu’s lap. The ever protective gesture of an Alpha to his Luna. “You can just call me mother, dear. Do you me
Young Luna Minerva Flashback from her first encounter with Lord Erick von Thiessen I have just turned eighteen. I shouldn’t have gone running by myself. My father admonished me so many times that no respectful she-wolf must go wandering alone in the woods. But I didn’t want to listen, I’m not an ordinary she-wolf, I’m an Alpha female. Strong and skillful in battle. Even if I’m not meant to hold the title of Alpha, my father taught me well how to defend myself and I’m as good as any of my pack’s warriors. But I wasn’t prepared for him, for my fated mate. My mother’s worst nightmare came true, I was bonded to a human. I knew he wasn’t a werewolf from the moment my eyes set on him swimming in the lake. He came out of the water. Naked. I froze at the sight before me. I watched in awe the droplets going down his magnificent toned muscles. For a human, he is well endowed and hairy too. Oh, my, I can imagine myself running my fingers up and down those abs. Apparently, I ogled him for
Former Luna Minerva POV A sudden commotion takes over the courtroom. The flashes of cameras are blinding me. I hear the reporters asking questions and wanting to interview me for what I’m assuming is the news of the moment. The security guards struggle with them, I don’t feel threatened, I know they won’t allow the reporters to get near me. “Order, order.” The judge calls out. “This is a private matter, we’ll have to take a recess. Escort Lord Von Thiessen back to his cell.” For the first time in my life I want the earth to open and swallow me whole. I stare at Erick, he is calm after blurting out that we are mates, he is the kind of man capable of keeping his emotions collected. I hear the judge but his words fade to the back of my mind. His expression was stern but his heartbeat was fast. I thought he would collapse on the floor. I wouldn’t want that, I don’t want to see more people hurt because of me. “Tell me, mother, who is he?” Atticus asks, by the way he pronounces the w
Alpha Atticus POVTwo weeks laterWe went away for our honeymoon two days after the wedding. It was supposed to be a three week trip to Greece but we had to cut it short because we were summoned by the palace to be present for the trials.“I don’t know why they wouldn’t wait for us to finish our honeymoon. What kind of people dare to interrupt a newlywed couple’s retreat?” Viviane exclaims with exasperation.“The kind of people who think they are above anyone else, my love. You know how the royals can be, Viviane. Don’t let that surprise you.” I hug from behind, the rush of spark soothes her.“I know, but it is unjust and rude to make us leave so soon. We finally were going to visit Santorini and now I have to wait to God’s know when to return.” Viviane crosses her arms and looks away.I stir her around to face me. She makes a pout and I spank her ass, “Viviane, stop acting like a brat.” I say sternly.“Ouch! Stop treating me like a child. No more spanking.” She says definitely, her w
Viviane POV I opened my eyes and realized it was morning already, correction, it must be midday because I had to shield my eyes from the blinding light coming from the sliding doors. Someone must have forgotten to close the curtains. Again. I feel the sheet sliding off my skin and the movement of the mattress tells another thing, I’m naked and I’m not alone. But how did I get here? All I remember is that I… “Good morning sweetheart, did you sleep well?” Atticus' gravely voice snapped me out of my thoughts, making me crane my neck to see his god chiseled body beside me lying sideways with one arm propped on the mattress. The sun casts a glow on his skin making it look like he is made out of caramel. I can’t deny he is so delectable that I’m almost drooling and want to lick him from head to toe. And guess what, he is naked too. The black satin sheets barely cover his V-line abs, letting me appreciate his muscular and toned body. “Are you done checking me out, princess? Or perhap
Viviane POV “Quick, take her inside and undress her, she could shift anytime now.” I heard someone give instructions to the house Omegas to get me to a room on the first floor and start undressing me. I believed it was Atticus, who was carrying me in his arms. Sparks erupted all over my body and I wanted to cry of joy. ‘It happened! The bond was restored.’ Harmony wiggled her tail in excitement. But soon the tingles I felt before were gone. Replaced by a set of foreign hands undressing me. They leave me completely naked, there is no use leaving any garment on as it will be torn anyway. I wanted to open my eyes and shout at them to leave me alone but I was no longer in control of my own. "Is my female hungry?” Zeus asks. “Famished! Viviane did not feed me.” I counter amusingly. “In my defense, I wasn’t feeling well and you did not complain. You said it was alright not to eat anything before the ceremony, remember?” Viviane's voice interrupted my conversation with Zaus. “H