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Annora: The Alpha's Prey, Beta's Obsession Twenty: Bad Day
ANNORACuriosity killed the cat, which was exactly why I was a wolf instead. That death had nothing on me.Lady Wendeline walked faster than she normally would. And that wasn’t the weirdest part of this situation: She had a torch with her. Why would a blind woman need light without a maid in the night?Literally, everything about this pack requires questioning. I was in the middle of accepting the truth about her being Alpha Aegon’s sister, not his Luna. I carried a pang of guilt that wasn’t mine in my chest, which pressed against it hard— without pity. It was unfair that with each moment passing by, the truth, like an eel, slipped out of my fingers. What was wrong, and what was right?My curiosity led me to walk in the opposite direction of the maid’s chamber. I tightened my toes on the rubber slippers they’d provided so they wouldn’t keep slapping the tiles and making the loudest noise as always. I followed Lady Wendeline, sneaking up behind walls every time she looked back.Her in
Last Updated : 2024-11-14Annora: The Alpha's Prey, Beta's Obsession Twenty One: Trade
AEGONI leaned back in my chair, scanning the room. Annora was nowhere to be seen. Usually, she'd be lurking, awaiting tasks. Her absence nagged at me for some reason. “Gregory,” I called.He entered, bowing. “Alpha?”“The Alpha from Raven's Peak arrives soon. Prepare the guards and ensure our grounds are impeccable. We must impress our potential partner.”After me, Alpha Israel was the next man who led the most prosperous pack. I wouldn’t want to make an enemy of him— except necessary. He’d accepted my invitation to talk about business, trading in particular, and how we can join resources equally for the good of both packs.Gregory nodded and departed.Next, I needed to inform Wendeline. I rose from my chair, my boots echoing off the stone floor.As I approached Wendeline's chamber, the maid curtsied in a scared tone. “Good day, Alpha Aegon. Lady Wendeline is busy and doesn't wish to see anyone.”She didn’t dare to look me in the eyes as she spoke. I frowned. “I'll decide that.”I
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AEGONWendeline’s gaze was like lasers poised to destroy when I turned. Her eyes were so expressive that I almost thought she saw me and everything. I started walking without a word or an explanation. “What was that?” She demanded as she strode behind me. “You agreed to that term?”“A small price to pay for the prosperity of our pack. If the Omega weren’t physically useful, then maybe her absence would be.”But that wasn’t the only reason I’d agreed to give her away. If sin weren’t here, she’d lose her allure, and Kairel could return to his senses. This whole mate game needed eradication as swiftly as possible.As a matter of fact, that was the only reason that drove my decision— Kairel.“Do you even hear yourself?” Wendeline’s expression twisted like she’d bitten into a lemon. “You just agreed to sell a person! You have never crossed that line. And this is no ordinary slave. She’s your Beta’s mate. Do you even care what Kairel would think?”“What are lines for if not crossing?” The
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ANNORAWas he dying just yet? My reaction wasn’t nearly as brave as I’d hoped to be. How would I stab a dagger into his chest if I couldn’t even control my reaction?“Oh…look,” Alpha Aegon drawled. “It’s the slave.”I charged towards him and almost toppled over. It was a gory sight, to say the least— like he was bleeding in all the wrong places. Not that there were right places to bleed.It wasn't until I was before him, almost knocked out by the stench of alcohol, that I realized that the crimson stains around his torso were mere stains. His hand was what needed attention.I looked up at diluted eyes, not a single thought behind them. There were bottles and ashtrays scattered around. Alpha Aegon looked rather comfortable in his own filth. Still, I couldn’t help but be worried. It was an inclination.Besides, the only death that would be befitting for this demon must come from my arms.“You are bleeding excessively and drinking yourself to death.” I tried snatching away the bottle, but
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ANNORAThe kiss.Yes, that. I felt my stomach flip from merely reliving the moment again. My emotions directly contrasted with what I should have felt and only angered me more. Oh goodness. I climbed out of the bed as quietly as I could. There was no sight of Alpha Aegon, and I couldn’t have preferred it more. A gnawing feeling blossomed within me, as though I was forgetting something important.Sitting at the edge of the King Sized bed, I buried my face in my palms and sighed. “Calm down, Annora. Remember everything that happened!” I snapped my fingers.Nothing more happened. The kiss was all that we shared, and even that was a mistake. Then I fell asleep in his arms, my head on his heaving chest, listening to the faint beating of his heart.I bit on my bottom lips hard, like it helped calm the storm brewing inside of me. I was sinking in a heap of disgust, and it wasn’t about Alpha Aegon at all.It was me. I was the problem. What the hell went wrong? The urge to tear my hair out an
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KAIRELA sigh spilled from my lips as I stood before Aegon's door, my heart heavy with regret. Yesterday's explosive fight still lingered, and I needed to make amends. I mean, I should. I’d always been one to concede during times like this, so it had become a habit.Besides, I knew Aegon well. He’d never make the first move. Always so obstinate and unyielding. We'd been like brothers for years, sharing battles and victories, but now our bond seemed to be fraying and fast. It was hard to tell where it went wrong, but something had gone seriously wrong.I knocked once and twice, but I didn’t get a response until I took the initiative and opened the door. As I stepped inside, I was taken aback by Annora's sudden departure. She was leaving in a hurry, her arms raised to turn the knob at the exact time I’d opened the door. My brows pulled together when her eyes lingered on mine.She swept past me, oblivious to my presence, her elegant form vanishing into the hallway. My chest tightened;
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ANNORAI paced the corridors, restlessness consuming me. Sora? Could it truly be? My heart raced at the possibility. Her image haunted me – the same bright eyes and wild hair.As night fell, I slipped out, seeking answers. The kitchen was warm, filled with the scent of roasting meat and lively chatter. Lady Agnes, as usual, oversees the evening meal preparations. She never rested.It almost felt like she was involved in every single thing.“Lady Agnes,” I said, trying to sound nonchalant. “The guards in the dungeon are asking for dinner, aren't they?”Lady Agnes turned from the stove, her expression curious. “Not yet, child. They usually collect it themselves. What makes you offer?”Did I mention that she’d become less of a wolf and more of a sheep to me? I didn’t know why or what made her soften, but she had. She could now hold conversations with me without her eyes, almost mauling me to death. I shrugged, attempting a casual smile. “Just thought I'd help. Been cooped up all day. I
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KAIRELAs Annora's lips touched mine, I felt the ground beneath me shudder. The sudden spark of electricity coursing through my veins left me breathless. I stood frozen, every nook of my mimd spinning from the unexpected kiss. Her soft, full lips parted, inviting me to deepen our connection. Without thinking, I surrendered to the moment, my arms wrapping around her slender waist, pulling her closer. It felt like fireworks burst on my tongue and magic sizzled in the air.I’d never felt such a surge before. It completely owned me. Our lips danced, each glide full of passion and desire and the world around us seemed to have melted away, leaving only the two of us, lost in the intensity of it. The room echoed heavy breathing and her little moans that drove me insane.Annora's fingers tangled in my hair, her touch sending shivers down my spine. I felt every wall I had built around myself crumbling, every reservation swept away by my urges. I craved more.I wanted more. But just as sudd
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Annora: The Alpha's Prey, Beta's Obsession Ninety Nine: Loneliness
ANNORAKairel was gone from the Pack. The right way to react to it was something I didn't know and could not figure out at the same time. What was I going to do? The strength to live was gone from me. All I wished to do was die and not be reborn at the same time - but be gone from the face of the earth for a long time. Kairel—Thoughts of this man overwhelmed me every time. Now that I thought about it, I realized I wished to have been gone with him from the very onset. Maybe from the life of Aegon who didn't deserve me, after all. And his child? They could always meet each other in the future. Could they not? A painful smile came on my countenance as I thought about my life and how it turned out of late. Many more thoughts ran around in my head, but I became startled, left with no choice but to sit up on the bed when a hand knocked on the door. Who else? Who else if not Sora? Who else if not her? “Who is it?” I jumped to my feet as I walked to the door to unlock it. “Who
Annora: The Alpha's Prey, Beta's Obsession Ninety Eight: Hurt and Regrets
WENDELINE Catching up with the door of my chamber, I walked into the space with the same tears that welled up in my eyes, running down my face. A loud shout ran out of my mouth as I fell on the bed. Many more tears ran down my face as I wondered about what came over me. It was unbelievable that I would speak to Ian like this and in this manner. More shouts ran out of my mouth. “My lady—” I heard a woman call from the door where she was. “Are you doing okay?” She knocked on the door and asked. “Would you need me to bring you something?” “Shut up!” I shouted at her. “And get out of my chamber!” Adding to it, I found myself on the ground and pacing the space - mouthing words I could not even hear. Anger welled up in my bones and I let out another cry. Standing back on my feet after pacing the space and sitting down on the couch a while ago, I walked to the window, leaning on it so that I could take a lookout. The wolves of the Pack, as usual, went ahead with their activities. Tod
Annora: The Alpha's Prey, Beta's Obsession Ninety Seven: Shock
AEGONFor a moment, I choked on my saliva. A smile came on my countenance. “I smile because I believe you to be joking, sister. Why do you play with my emotions in this way?” I turned around to be certain it was her I spoke to and no other person. “What can you see?” “I am in your chamber, of course—” she let out. “You're wearing a jacket over a black shirt and pants. Your hair is rough and you have your hand in a fist like you're going to punch me but I'll advise you not to.” “Wendeline!” I shouted. “Oh no.” Mouthing these words, I turned and walked to the other end of the room, while watching her eyes follow me even when I turned back to look at her. “I don't know you to be so wicked, Wendeline. How could you?” “How could I?” She walked to the other end just like I did, touching the walls before turning around to face me again. “You don't know you've tortured me all my life, do you? Do you think I blab when I talk about how much ruin you have caused me, Aegon?” She chuckled
Annora: The Alpha's Prey, Beta's Obsession Ninety Six: Coming Clean
WENDELINE Late in the afternoon on this day, I spent a whole hour getting ready to meet the love of my life - Kairel. He was staying back in the Pack and this was right after I pleaded with him to not leave. How could he not stay back when he realized I would be a lonely person if he left? Especially after professing my love to him. A smile came on my countenance. I heaved a sigh this time around, hungry - realizing also that there was a need to eat something before I would leave for the chamber where the love of my life existed. “Will that be all, my lady?” Startled, I snapped out of my thoughts, recalling that there existed a maid with me in the chamber. “No. That should be all, or maybe not. I believe I am hungry and in need of food to eat before I leave this chamber.” “What shall I bring?” “Food. Anything at all. All I know is that I am hungry.” The door made a sound. I knew I was the only one in the chamber, so I walked to the couch with aid from my stick, taking a seat
Annora: The Alpha's Prey, Beta's Obsession Ninety five: Victory. Alas
AEGON I knew in my heart that I should have reacted to the talks of Kairel that day by making a move on Annora just as he was doing. But there was no way I could do that. Or maybe I could have. Maybe I could make a move, but I didn't want to. Not now. Not ever. Even though I was angry at Kairel for trying such nonsense, I could not do anything but let him try his luck, at least. The last time I checked, Annora was old enough to make certain decisions and that was what I wanted her to do. Choose who she wanted to be with. And what was going to happen if she chose Kairel? What the fuck would become my fate? A sigh ran out of my mouth as I sat up on the bed, nodding in satisfaction but with a wonder of what would happen to me if she chose him. Nothing would happen. What was supposed to happen if not a woman left with a man she loved even though she was leaving with a child that belonged to me? A smile came on my countenance and I got on my feet, pacing the chamber for some tim
Annora: The Alpha's Prey, Beta's Obsession Ninety Four: Disappointment
KAIREL Another morning - another day to try again. What else was I willing to try if not convince Annora to leave with me by dawn? Aegon's words from the other day at the diner made me think all through the week, right from the moment Annora could not provide me with a ‘yes’.Maybe Aegon was right. Maybe he meant it when he said she would choose him over me - even though I hadn't completely confirmed that. But I was willing to try again for the second time. And the last time, of course. Waking up this morning, I felt good. Maybe more than good because this day would decide what my fate with Annora would become. That was all I wanted. I wanted to know - just as Aegon had made me suggest. Standing on my feet, I snatched a towel from the closet and caught up with the bathroom - more than ready for a bath as I planned to be at Annora's chamber before the next hour ended. That was what my day would be about. It didn't take long for me to be done with my bath, and I was hurrying
Annora: The Alpha's Prey, Beta's Obsession Ninety Three: A better News
WENDELINE In the space of my chamber, I was alone as usual. But on this day, I wasn't alone. The thoughts in my head had come to keep me company and I was shocked by my actions recently - wondering also if I did the right thing. Stopping in my tracks, I looked at nothing in particular. What if I had done the wrong thing? What if I didn't have to tell Kairel of my feelings? A sigh ran out of my mouth for the umpteenth time as I turned around, leading my way back to the bedside with the stick in my hand. By now, he must have left the Pack, or has he not? According to what he said the other day, he would be leaving as soon as the next morning and for all that I knew, the next morning of that very day had come and gone. Was he gone already? I didn't want to ask to be told yes because it would break my heart - I took a seat on the bed and fell on my back, wondering what to do because the man in question was the man I loved with all of my heart. How could he leave? Because of a wom
Annora: The Alpha's Prey, Beta's Obsession Ninety two: One hard decision
ANNORA Wh—what did I hear him say? I moped at Lord Kairel. My mouth opened in shock as I moped at the man who moped back at me. “Say something, Annora.”Say what exactly? What was he trying to say? A sigh only myself could hear ran out of my mouth. Another sigh ran out, and I caught up with the same couch I asked him to sit on - more than grateful he did not sit. I didn't know what to say. What was I supposed to say to such a request? “I—” I moped at him. “I don't know, Lord Kairel. Are you even sure about what you speak of?” “I'm more than sure—” He walked to the front of the couch, kneeling so that our faces could meet. “I'm more than sure of what I say, Annora. All I need you to do or say is agree to come with me, and that would be all.” That would be all? What happens to my child? A child that belongs to Aegon, who I knew would do anything to keep me under his roof? Under his watch also. Another sigh ran out of my mouth, and I looked up to meet his gaze again - Lord Ka
