Chapter 7
Axel's POVI frowned at my reflection, my fingers fisted over the white sink in my bathroom. The urge to see my mate was almost overwhelming and it took a great amount of control to keep my feet firmly planted in the white tiles.Logic helped me resist but I knew it was only a matter of time before I began to think with my heart rather than my head.I groaned. My wolf was begging, almost whimpering in need. I tightened my fisted hands, resisting. It took almost thirty minutes to get myself under control and afterwards, I stepped out of the bathroom looking calm and collected.I began the short walk to my brother's study."Have you seen my brother's fiancée?", I asked a servant passing by.The servant tried but failed in keeping her trembling at bay."Umm, she asked for directions to the prince's study so I believe she was headed there", she stuttered out.I didn't bother givingChapter 8Selena's POV Axel pushed open the door fully before stepping in, his height imposing, somehow filling the large room. I could scent him and the urge to bury my nose into his neck was overwhelming but before I could do something I might possibly regret for the rest of my life, I fisted my hands, feeling my fingers dig dangerously into my palm. Quelling the urge, I finally addressed him. "Alpha", I bowed lowly watching from my peripheral vision as Lily mimicked my actions. Axel didn't say a word, instead he kept his eyes firmly fixed on me."Out", he commanded. My brows furrowed in confusion until I realized he was speaking to Lily when she bowed again before running off, shutting the door behind her. When Lily left the room, Axel took a few more steps towards me, his presence causing my cloud of unbiased reasoning to be stifled pathetically. I took a small step back even when every cell in my body
Chapter 9Selena's POV The moment Axel left the room, I stumbled to the floor, steadying my beating heart. I knew I'd probably regret my decision to remain a decent person but for now, I'd revel in the feel of being like an amazing heroine who stood up for what was right. Lily walked in almost immediately. "You okay?", she lent me a hand as I staggered to my feet."Yeah. I'm fine""The Alpha can be hella intimidating ", she chuckled, earning a weird look from me. "Ah right. Your bath""I'll do it myself", I narrowed my eyes on her. "Listen, you have to get used to this, sooner or later. Those people out there may not give two flying hoots about you but I do care. And it'd be nice if I had someone to talk to in this place"Her words were heartfelt and I wasn't used to someone being nice to me except for ulterior motives. But I was in a strange place with basically no friends and no intel, so it would
Chapter 10Selena's POV Asher was leaning against his desk, his sleeve rolled up to his elbow and a few buttons left open. His hands were crossed, revealing the veins that trailed the length of his arm. Asher's face didn't portray any emotions that even as I stepped in, he simply stared. The confidence which I gathered pathetically before walking in was slowly waning due to his lack of action or perhaps, attention. The situation didn't look any better than it did a few days back. Even without Cecelia hanging by his arm, the effect was still the same. I still felt like nothing more than a desperate leech vying for his stupid attention. It was demeaning, not that I had any sense of self worth in the beginning. Asher finally stirred from his position, straightening himself to his full height as he began his strides towards me. I wanted an escape, needed to disappear or tear this stupid dress from my body. I needed someone to bl
Chapter 11Selena's POV Omegas were weak, spineless pups. Gammas were stronger, faster, better. They were not as good as the Alpha, not even close, but they were at least ten times better than the omegas in almost all, if not, everything. So, the million dollar question was, how foolish could an Omega be to attack a Gamma? Probably as foolish as I am. Cecelia leapt out of the way effortlessly before I could grab her, or better still, scratch her pretty little face. She landed perfectly on her feet, her movements lithe and graceful. I could feel my wolf, powerless but present regardless. "You don't want to do this, sweetheart", Cecelia singsonged, using the same nickname. If looks could kill, my glare was like that of a month old kitten. Either way, I refused to let myself be deterred as I sized her up. She looked completely at ease, like I was so insignificant to even be considered a threat. Without thoug
Chapter 12Selena's POV "Why are you upset, Selena?"Axel questioned, Folding his arms across his chest. It took a while to distract my brain from the searing pain and sick sound of bones snapping into place, but after it passed, only a tingling feeling remained. I was glaring daggers at the side of Axel's head, wishing he could combust into ashes right in front of me. "I'm not upset", my voice came out defensive. "I just do not have the energy to deal with whatever you have to say right now, so leave"For now, the embarrassment from the fight, no, from the merciless beating from Cecelia still hadn't quite settled although I knew it was only a matter of time before it did. At this moment, I'd use the last shred of my dignity to rebel against my mate. "Clearly, you are", Axel looked up, his eyes catching mine. "So tell me Selena. I mean, if you had the guts to speak to Cecelia and go as far as picking a fight then sur
Chapter 13Selena's POV The moment our lips crashed, I knew I was a goner. This was one of those instances where it was inevitable that the particular memory would be forever ingrained in your brain, like a scar that wouldn't just go away. But this was a beautiful scar. I'd heard tales, watched countless movies that described the feeling of that first kiss. My first kiss with Ethan was awkward, our teeths knocked together and we weren't quite in sync. Eventually, it became natural and the butterflies in my belly always fluttered at the thought of kissing him. But the kiss with Axel was different. There weren't butterflies but a fucking stampede. Axel kissed me hungrily like I was his only source of oxygen, his hands were everywhere , in my hair, on my thighs, then my back, my neck, my face, until I was nothing but a pile of mush at his mercy. Our lips danced, until he had my lower lip between his teeth, tugging slightly. I parted my l
Chapter 14Selena's POV Was it a good idea to walk in to Asher and confess my promiscuous act? Probably not. But I hated cheaters. Was I any different from Ethan and Elsa? Maybe not. I was pretty decent but one indecent act actually can lead to a whole lot of crazy events. And I loathed drama. This was the second time I would be entering the same cursed office two times in a row. I wasn't too keen but I also knew this is where Asher must be spending his time. I wonder how Asher would feel when I tell him about Axel and I. Surely he'd understand. Axel was my mate and it wasn't an easy feat to push aside the attraction and crazy chemistry between two wolves bonded by the moon goddess herself. It was like trying to swim against the currents in an ocean. Almost impossible. I knew I may not be able to muster the same courage which I was marching with currently hence the need to get this over and done with. So I prayed d
Chapter 15Axel's POV My mate's lips were plump and soft. The moment my lips and hers met, I couldn't quite get enough of it. The more I kissed her, I wanted her closer, I craved to have my body fill hers until we were molded together. The kiss ended a bit too soon. I found myself smiling. "Alpha?", my beta nudged me subtly. I turned to him, seeing a couple more eyes staring at me. "I'm listening. Continue", I urged. A patrol guard in charge of others resumed his talk. "The rogue activities seem to face a recent spike in the past three months", he frowned. "We have tried suppressing more fights here, here and over there", he used a red marker to circle the areas. "So far, it's been successful but we have no idea what they are after""So you're saying that no other area has faced these attacks, except the ones you just listed?""Yes Alpha"I stared at the map, trying to