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Annora: The Alpha's Prey, Beta's Obsession Seventeen: Reality
ANNORAWhen I opened my eyes, Sora wasn't right next to me, and neither were any of my other maids. The soft bedding had deceived me and I forgot the kind of hell I was in.The fog cleared from my eyes as I took in the complete image of the room. It was Beta Kairel’s room. The moment I remembered that all the other memories punched in, too, I felt the fear lace my lower back as I sat up.All the horrid images, all the struggles, and tears, I felt them once more, as though I relived the moment again. I didn’t even want to think of the horrible things that would have happened if the Beta hadn’t found me faster.Shielding my face from the sun with the back of my arms, I shuffled my way out of the bed. I remembered falling asleep on his couch, not in here.I glanced around slowly, and it looked like a bedroom to me. The Beta’s room? Despite the pain that weighed on my bones, I leaped out of bed as I’d sinned.My heart lay heavy in my chest as it had always been, with a void in it that did
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AEGONI slumped in my chair, elbows on my desk, surrounded by maps and reports. The recent surge in crimes within our pack's territory weighed heavily on me. Who was behind this?The door creaked open, and Greggory entered with a somber expression. “Alpha, I've brought news."I looked up, sensing the gravity of his words. “What is it, Greggory? Have we found the traitor?”Greggory's nod was curt. "Yes, Alpha. I've returned from the neighboring pack. Our allies have confirmed our suspicions."I leaned forward, my patience worn thin. "Speak, Greggory. What have you learned?"Greggory's voice dropped to a growl. "There's a traitor within our pack, selling illegal weapons to other packs, including to underage kids and the underserved. That's why crime rates have skyrocketed."Rage and disappointment washed over me. How could one of our own do this?"Who?" I demanded, my voice barely above a whisper.Greggory's eyes locked onto mine, hesitation flickering across his face. "Thompson, Alpha
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ANNORAHow does it feel to wake up to a murderer watching you while you sleep? All the blood drained out of me when I opened my eyes and found Alpha Aegon staring right back at me with those endlessly dark orbs of his.I was startled but choked on the cold, plunging fear. The look on his face when he slit the guard’s throat still churned relentlessly in my brain. It didn’t matter how much I tried to shove it off or how much I thought the guard had it coming— it just stuck like a bad dream.“Alpha Aegon…” I sat up slowly, my entire body weak from the shelves he’d upheaved. My mind thumped in my chest like it struggled to claw its way out of my chest.Sweat broke on my forehead, and I couldn’t hold his gaze. How dare I stare into such an abyss that threatened to swallow me whole? I found my voice after seconds sprinted by. “What are you doing?”He looked absolutely normal, like he hadn’t just slit a man’s throat open in front of everyone. It was almost hard to tell how much evil lived w
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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
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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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Annora: The Alpha's Prey, Beta's Obsession 154 - Another Happy Ending
AEGONEventually, I became a better man. How could I not be with the woman of my dreams next to me? Life was beautiful with Annora, and the seed she's given to me. My son. Our son. The prince of this Pack. I walked into the living room one morning, dressed for the occasion. It was the day when the name of our son will be given to him. With Annora by my side, I heaved a sigh. She was better. Better than the worst I saw that night in the Healer's abode. “Are you ready?” Her voice cut short my thoughts. In her arms was the baby, our new son. The name I would give him was known by myself and the woman I loved. Not just others. Except of course, Darius who I trusted so much, despite everything that happened long before now. He was the man I should have trusted long ago, not Kairel. “I'm ready,” I turned. “Where is Darius?” “On my way,” his voice sounded from behind. He reached the living room space in moments and together, we walked out of the living room. The pack was filled up w
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
WENDELINE After a few days, I walked out of my room with a smile on my countenance. My legs walked through the hallway. I reached the living room in moments. Everyone who passed by me looked in my direction, greeted me, and walked away. I reached a couch and was seated in moments, relaxing my nerves as I let the feeling of home sink in. It was beautiful, beautiful to be here. But it didn't change the fact that I was going to leave. Yes, I was going to leave soon enough, before the end of the week and if not this week, next week. “Good morning, my lady.” “Good morning,” I looked up at the maid who was standing before me. “How are you today?” “I'm very well, my lady. I came to know what you would love to have this morning. The Alpha told me a while ago that you're awake so I am here. What will you love to eat, my lady?” I thought about it. What would I love to eat? “Anything will do.” I relaxed my back and sat up. “Anything will do,” I said again to the woman who bowed and tu
Annora: The Alpha's Prey, Beta's Obsession 147 - Notice
ANNORAThe good feeling that ran around inside my belly. Wendeline's return was good news to not just me, but the Alpha and everyone in the Pack. As soon as Aegon finished changing, he walked through the door that would lead him into the hall, a smile on his countenance. He caught up with me and we kissed even without the priest's permission. Why should we care? Tears did not fail to gather in my eyes. There were just so many thoughts that ran around in my head and one of them was what could have happened to the man I loved so much. If not for the intervention of the woman who made me poison him once at a stage of my life. Crazy. Very crazy. The world itself was a crazy place and I could not wait to be done with the wedding so that some time could be spent with Wendeline who needed to tell me what had happened so far since she left us in the Pack for wherever she went. “Does anyone have anything against the union between Annora and Alpha Aegon?” My heart started to beat. Anothe
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
