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Annora: The Alpha's Prey, Beta's Obsession Forty Eight: Dream
ANNORAAegon's lips touched mine, and I felt like I'd been punched in the gut. I couldn't breathe, couldn't think. All I could do was sit there, frozen in shock, as he deepened the kiss.But as the seconds ticked by, something inside me shifted. It was like a dam had burst, releasing a flood of emotions I'd been trying to keep locked away. I felt myself melting into the kiss, my lips parting to allow Aegon deeper access.It was like the entire world had come alive. Every sensation was heightened, every feeling intensified. I could feel Aegon's heart pounding against mine, his chest rising and falling with each ragged breath. I could taste the desperation in his kiss, the hunger and the need.And I responded to it, my own desire rising up to meet his. We kissed as our lives depended on it like we were trying to devour each other whole.But eventually, Aegon pulled away, his chest heaving with exertion. I looked up at him, my eyes wide with confusion and desire. I didn’t want him to sto
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AEGONBarely having a chance to process all that had happened with Annora in such a short period, another bombshell had just been dropped. Why would Magnus send such information? That sadist bastard. One of them? Just one of them? I couldn’t help but pray it was Wendeline. I needed it to be her. “Just stay here,” I said gently. It was almost as though my actions were already so out of my control. I didn't understand why I acted this way around her. “It’s still cold out. I’ll see what’s going on and come back to you.”I kissed her. I woke up to cook for her— my brother’s mate. My head felt heavy, my mind scrambled like the writing project of a toddler. But this wasn’t my priority right now. Despite recognizing that, my mind still wouldn't shut down. Annora tried to get out of bed as I picked up my coat at the speed of light, “Let me come, too. Please. I want to know who it is.”“I can’t let you do that,” I responded, eyeing her. All I could see was a weak woman who needed all the re
Last Updated : 2024-12-21Annora: The Alpha's Prey, Beta's Obsession Fifty: Answers
ANNORAI lay in bed, my mind racing with thoughts of Aegon and the kiss we shared. But as the minutes ticked by, my thoughts turned to Sora and Wendeline. Who was awake? Was it Wendeline, or was it Sora? I couldn't just sit here and do nothing. I needed to know.I threw off the covers and got out of bed, my legs feeling a bit shaky as I made my way to the healer's tent. But when I arrived, I found that it was empty. The fire was out, and the beds were vacant. I frowned, wondering where everyone could be.And then I remembered the snowstorm that had been raging outside. Maybe the healer had moved the patients to a different location to keep them safe.I decided to ask one of the maids for directions, but as I approached them, they seemed reluctant to talk to me. They whispered to each other, their eyes darting towards me before quickly looking away.I felt a surge of frustration and hurt. Why were they treating me like this? Didn't they know that I was worried sick about Sora and Wend
Last Updated : 2024-12-22Annora: The Alpha's Prey, Beta's Obsession Fifty One: All The guilt in the world
AEGONI stormed into the guard's chamber, my anger and frustration boiling over. I couldn't shake off the feeling of confusion and uncertainty that had been plaguing me since my conversation with Annora.“Get five of your best guards,” I barked at Darius, the commander. “I want them to spar with me in the fighting ring.”He raised an eyebrow, clearly taken aback by my request. “Sir, if I may ask, what's the purpose of this sparring session?”I didn't bother to answer. I just glared at him, my eyes daring him to question me further.The commander nodded hastily and summoned five of his best guards. They followed me to the fighting ring, their faces set with a mixture of curiosity and wariness. I couldn’t remember the last time I’d stepped foot into the ring.Even when we prepared for war with Annora's pack— I didn’t train her. This made absolutely no sense. I was the one who…took everything from her, without remorse. I didn’t understand what these feelings were. Wanting to see her, to
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ANNORAI couldn’t get my eyes off Sora all through the night. A part of me felt like something could go wrong, and for the slightest second, I wasn't looking at her.Apparently, I wasn’t nearly as much as I thought. The sight of her on the floor of our room roamed into mind at intervals and the feeling of helplessness set in again, ever so vividly. I could have lost her.I knew I should focus on the fact that I had her now, but the fear had been ingrained in my brain. I was still on the same bed, resting against my elbow while my other hand carressed her hair. Her eyes were slipped shut in sleep, yet she remained innocent and oblivious of the world around her.Who would want to hurt a harmless girl like this one? I’d rather they threw all of their stones at me. I had been forced to toughen up, so it was nothing I couldn’t handle. But not Sora. She was ever so pure, heart as clean as snow as it fell.Who did this? Both the maids and guards Kairel had left to protect us had defected and
Last Updated : 2024-12-23Annora: The Alpha's Prey, Beta's Obsession Fifty three: Apologies
ANNORAShock could be processed in so many different ways so I processed mine by staring blankly at the maids and everything they came with. What? This was ridiculous. All of the goodies they brought would, more or less, last us three months.And he brought all of this…for us? Oh, perhaps there was a mistake. It could be Wendeline’s since she just woke up too. What was I thinking? “I think you…got the wrong person,” I stuttered, “This couldn’t possibly be ours.”“Oh, but it is,” The woman responded again, smiling. I had gotten used to all the glares and scornful faces of everyone around here that a person smiling at me weirded me out completely. “He said and I quote, she won’t be eating out for a while. Ask if it's enough or there’s more to be added.”What the heck was wrong with Aegon and why was he messing with me so? I couldn’t wrap my mind around it. After our argument, this was his way of taking care of things? By bringing me this insane amount of food?I faked a smile back as I
Last Updated : 2024-12-24Annora: The Alpha's Prey, Beta's Obsession Fifty Four: Busted
AEGONI had been standing there for a while, watching the argument ensue between both of them. It wasn’t an argument per se— it was more like Annora begging to be heard. How did I get here again? I had only come to find Wendeline after Agnes had told me she was in the garden. It wasn’t in my books to bump into an argument. Planning to leave them to sort it out— it was Wendeline’s decision to make whether to forgive or not— I turned to leave until my eyes hit a random spot behind Annora— red.It must be that time of the month and she didn’t even know it. Fuck. Walking away was a lot harder now especially regarding the fact that I knew what kind of a shy person she was, and how much bullying she’d already had to handle.Most of the maids I could send to her were far away or stared too judgingly for me to even bring it up. It is none of your business, Aegon. I chanted that in my head a couple of times, but my heels remained stuck to the floor.I was stiff and confused. But I knew how mu
Last Updated : 2024-12-25Annora: The Alpha's Prey, Beta's Obsession Fifty five: Hunting
AEGON“Are you in love with her!?”I stood there, my eyes locked on Wendeline's, as I tried to deny my feelings for Annora— feelings I wasn’t even sure of. But it wasn't just a denial, I had to make Wendeline believe that I didn't care for Annora at all. “She's just a maid, Wendi,” I said, my voice cold. “A slave, really. Good for nothing except serving others. She's weak, manipulative, and selfish. She only cares about herself, and she'll do whatever it takes to get what she wants. She’s alive by chance, why can't you see that!”The hurt in Wendeline's eyes were transparent, but I kept going, trying to convince her that I didn't have feelings for Annora. “She's not even worthy of being in our presence,” I said, my voice dripping with disdain. “She's a nobody, a mere servant. And you're worried about me having feelings for her? Don't be ridiculous, Wendeline. I would never stoop so low as to care for someone like Annora.”I could tell that she didn't believe me, and she knew that I
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Annora: The Alpha's Prey, Beta's Obsession 153 - Good News. Death
AEGON It was exactly one month when I heard noises from the room, on the same bed where I lay. I opened my eyes and sat up, turned to look at the Luna who sat up with her hand on her waist. “Aegon, I think the baby is coming.” She announced and I was alert, jumping on my feet with fear that could be seen on my countenance. “What?” I asked even though I clearly heard. “Darius?” “My lord.” The man sounded from the door. Without permission, the man walked into the room and there was me who sat next to Annora who shouted at the top of her voice. “We must take her to the Healer's abode.” I tried to stand her up from the bed. She was quite heavy. I've never had a reason to do this until now. Together and with aid from Darius who was almost as strong as myself, we walked towards the door, out of the room, and were leading our way through the stairs, a hard task that scared me more than any other thing. “My lord. Hold her well.” He knew I was beginning to get tired. I gripped Annora
Annora: The Alpha's Prey, Beta's Obsession 152 - The Safety
ANNORAOur arrival was a success. Instead of a wicked welcome, members of The Stormbringers Pack welcomed us more than well. At some point, I looked in the direction of Aegon to be certain we had not walked into a trap. “Welcome home,” the Luna said. She smiled as she was seated at the extreme end of the room. “We didn't know how to come to you after everything that happened between you and your father, Annora. One thing you must know is that I never was in support of what he did to you.”How would I know? I nodded, heaved a sigh, and watched her. “How have you been since his death?” I asked and looked around. “How about Lila? Isn't she supposed to be around? Did she leave the pack?” I didn't know what to think and so I asked. “She'll be here shortly.” Aegon nodded. I did the same. There was nothing more I knew I would say, so I leaned with my back on a chair I had grown up seeing. “There's a lot we have at hand before my wife puts to bed.” He began. “One of them is coming over
Annora: The Alpha's Prey, Beta's Obsession 151 - Back To The Past
ANNORAA week later, after Sora was kept in the dungeon, I had gotten over her and everything that happened even though there still was a sting. There was a plan. It was taking over the Stormbringers Pack. Aegon had suggested it and on second thought, I was supposed to be the next Alpha and Luna since the late Alpha was no more. Today was the day. I woke up in my new bedroom, my new home and looked at the other side of the bed. Aegon had left the room, or maybe he was in the bathroom but I didn't know. There was a lot to do rather than sit and think so I jumped to my feet and walked to the entrance of the bathroom. There and then, I could hear sounds coming from inside. “My lord?” I walked back to the bed. “Are you in there?” I took a seat and looked at the time before looking at the closet when I recalled I had yet to select an outfit for this trip. “I'm here, my lady.” He was there. Getting ready. We didn't have much time on our side and I understood that. By the time Aegon
Annora: The Alpha's Prey, Beta's Obsession 150 - The Real Truth
ANNORA “Wh—what?” The words that came out of her mouth shocked me more than anything. What did she say to me? Did the woman standing before me recall I was the same woman who should be her best friend? “You heard me right,” Sora chuckled. She walked closer and moved farther from me the next time. “You don't want to know how much hate I have for you, Annora. You don't want to know.” “What's going on?” “A lot. A lot you don't know about.” Now it dawned on me. It dawned on me that this woman could be guilty and that Wendeline was right about what she said. How could I not believe Wendeline at this point? I did before now but with doubts, if not because of anything but the trust I have for Sora. Looking up, I asked. “You did something with Kairel, didn't you? Wendeline was right about it, wasn't she? You wanted Kairel to kill Aegon. Did you know about his plans to create a war?”“Why not?” Sora laughed. She looked around the room before facing me again. “Why wouldn't I have known
Annora: The Alpha's Prey, Beta's Obsession 149 - Confrontation
ANNORAIt was three weeks since the wedding and then the coronation when Aegon announced to me that I would need to move into the royal quarters. Since the event, without moving into the royal chambers, there has been no sort of respect I didn't receive from the members who did not hesitate to show me their good side. Before the wedding, there was no such side from them, and I could not blame them. I wasn't married to the Alpha, at least not yet and there was no need to waste their time showing me a side I didn't know existed, not until now. What more could I ask for? This morning, I woke up in a room that won't be mine any longer; not when I was moving into the Luna chamber and from there, the chamber where myself and the Alpha will live, a chamber that's his. A chamber that's mine already. Someone knocking on the door woke me up from my thoughts. I looked up to notice it was Sora. She was the only one who knocked that way on the door of my room. Without any hesitation, I snappe
Annora: The Alpha's Prey, Beta's Obsession 148 - The Leave
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Annora: The Alpha's Prey, Beta's Obsession 147 - Notice
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Annora: The Alpha's Prey, Beta's Obsession 146 - Home. Sweet Home
WENDELINE “That was smooth.” I walked out of my hiding place. “Hello, brother.” The Alpha only moped at me as though he had seen a ghost and I could not blame him. “You're not going to stand there and act as though you've not seen your sister who has been away for long.” My words caused him to move closer. Tears gathered in his eyes. Whether it was the tears of seeing me or being the winner of a challenge between himself and a man who should be his friend, I didn't know. But I knew deep down inside of me that I was happy to step into the picture and save the man. “I am so happy to see you, Wendeline.” He hugged me. I hugged him back. Tears ran down my face as well and we let each other go moments later. “I'm glad you're okay, Aegon. I'm more than glad the man did not touch you.” And to think that he was ready to die. What did he mean by that thing he did? Why did he allow Kairel to take over? What did he mean by allowing Kairel to kill him? Why would he ever d
