"Are you not Zephyr's secretary?" Olivia asked rudely when she got to Bellona. "What are you doing here?""It's Alpha Zephyr for you" Bellona corrected her, ignoring her question."You have no right to tell me how I should address my future mate" Olivia boasted."Like you said, future. The future that'll never come so keep dreaming" Bellona said and attempted to walk past her but Olivia drew her back."How dare you try to walk out on me when I'm still speaking. Do you know who I am?" Olivia snapped."I couldn't care less" Bellona replied nonchalantly. She was tired of listening to this girl. Her voice was so high pitched that it threatened to burst her ear drum.Olivia was enraged when she heard Bellona's response. How could a measly girl like her talk to the future Luna in such manner."I am the future Luna of this pack and I'll tell Zephyr to properly deal with you!" Olivia threatened. If Bellona didn't know better, she would have been scared because of the confidence that Olivia ex
"Who's she?" One of the ladies asked the question that had been on everyone's mind. Who was the lady that got Zephyr's attention? She wasn't among them so how come she was with Zephyr?"I don't know." Another replied. "Did you see the way Alpha Zephyr was so gentle with her?" She snarled, jealousy was written all over her face.Everyone present was surprised by Zephyr's actions. No one knew that he had such gentleness in him. He was so caring and he carried her like an egg. He even cried when she showed no signs of waking up, not minding the amount of persons present.Some of the ladies began doubting the possibility of them being Zephyr's mate. It was evident that Bellona was Zephyr's mate as there was no other explanation for it. "Back to your rooms, everyone. The matter has been resolved" Lucian announced. "No need to worry yourself, everything is fine."On hearing his announcement, the crowd gradually dispersed, whilst still talking about what had just happened"What did you do?
Christine undressed Bellona and wiped her body before wearing her a clean dress. She also dried her hair with the blow dryer and when she was done, she went out and called them in.Zephyr returned to his spot, by Bellona's side then Chris began checking on her and put a drip on her."Thankfully, you saved her right on time. Any later, she would have died." Chris said. "There's nothing wrong with her, she just needs adequate rest as her body hasn't fully recovered." Zephyr's eyes scanned her body and realized that she really lost a lot of weight. She no longer had her shine and she looked pale. She had really gone through a lot in his pack and his heart ached at the realization that he was the one causing her all the pain she was experiencing."I'll take my leave now, call me when the drip has run out" Chris said and then walked out."Zephyr, I can stay with her. You don't need to bother yourself with it." Christine said after a moment of silence. She still felt guilty for what happen
Zephyr laid in bed with Bellona resting on his chest while he gently ran his fingers through her silky hair and occasionally caressed her cheek. He loved the way her hair and skin felt against his fingers. It was like they were made for his touch alone. Bellona murmured incoherently and snuggled deeper into his embrace, wrapping her arms around his torso tightly.Zephyr's wolf purred in satisfaction at the contact. He felt ecstatic. The feeling of his mate snuggling with him was beautiful.Zephyr also was in cloud nine. Though he wanted it, he had never imagined that it's happen so fast but he loved it nonetheless. Her body felt perfect in his arms. He wished it'd be a daily occurrence. He wanted to wake up with her every morning as her face alone was enough to make his day.He kept stroking her hair and his eyes was fixated on her face while his lips were curved into a wide smile. She looked different when sleeping. She always kept a straight and fierce face when she was awake but
Bellona woke up from her sleep and sat on the bed, deep in thoughts. She had seen her parents in her dreams again but this time, it was not scary. Instead they looked happy.They told her to move on with her life. They didn't look like they wanted to be avenged. Other times she saw them, they encouraged her to continue with her revenge and now they were telling her to retreat and move on with her life.She didn't even have a life to move on with in the first place. She had spent her whole time training for revenge so she didn't get to have a life. What was she supposed to do now? Where would she go? She couldn't possibly live in Zephyr's pack all her life.The thought made her head ache.Bellona also remembered that she embraced her parents in the dream but thinking about it now, it felt so real. Too real to be a dream.Bellona's thought was interrupted by the sound from the door opening. She turned her head to see who walked in and her eyes met with Zephyr's. She quickly turned back
"Let's have breakfast" Zephyr repeated when she didn't respond to him earlier. Bellona stared at him in surprise. She didn't want him to keep being good to her because it was making her feel guilty and if she was sincere, he was gradually breaking the walls she had tried so hard to build."I'm not hungry" she lied but almost immediately, her stomach growled loudly again. She lowered her head to hide her embarrassment. Of all times, why should it be now?Zephyr bit his lips to contain his smile. The blush on her cheeks told him she was embarrassed and even though he'd love to tease her, he didn't want her to feel uncomfortable."You clearly are." He said with a straight face. "Freshen up and come to the balcony" He said leaving no room for arguments. He then turned around and walked to the balcony where he sat, waiting for her.Bellona sighed but still stood up and went to the bathroom to wash her face, after which, she went to join Zephyr in the balcony."Eat" He said with a smile a
Nimue angrily watched the interaction between Zephyr and Bellona, through the magic mirror, Diablerie. This was the sole purpose of keeping the mirror to herself. She knew it'd come in handy one way or the other and now, it was.She was infuriated. How could Bellona loose concentration so easily. She had never expected her to be easily swayed. After several years of training and when she was close to achieving her goals, she's loosing concentration.Nimue huffed angrily. She couldn't let Bellona ruin her plans and spoil her life long dream. No, she wouldn't let that happen.She needed to do something and quickly else the bond between Bellona and Zephyr would make her give up avenging her parents then her whole plan would fail.If she knew they were mates, she wouldn't have sent Bellona to him. They were never meant to be in the first place and she would make sure to separate them even if it meant using her last blood. But she could also turn the situation to her favour since Bellona w
Zephyr was scared out of his wits. How could she suddenly lose consciousness when there was nothing wrong with her? He was about to call Chris through the mind link but his wolf, Fenir stopped him."Don't call Chris" Fenir said."What do you mean by that?! Can you not see that she's unconscious." He growled at his wolf. "I should just let her be?""It's not a medical issue. You need Gwydion at the moment" Fenir advised."How is Gwydion useful in this situation?""He's the one who can help you. You know I'm never wrong" Fenir boastedZephyr paused for a while, weighing Fenir's words. It really didn't seem like it was something medical given the way her eyes were blood shot and how she calmed down after their kiss, then suddenly she fainted.He gathered Bellona in his arms and walked into his room then carefully laid her on the bed then he proceeded to mind link Lucian to come with Gwydion to his room.Not long after, they both knocked on the door and entered afterwards."She fainted ag
"Bow to your Luna" Zephyr declared and everyone present including the elders bowed on hearing Zephyr's command.Bellona was overwhelmed with emotions as she looked over the people bowing in respect to her. She felt like she didn't deserve their loyalty."Do you want to address them?" Zephyr asked her as he placed his hand on her shoulder.Bellona nodded even though she didn't know what to say. But she just felt the need to thank them at least for supporting her even when they barely knew her."You may rise" Zephyr instructed and they obeyed immediately then he turned to Bellona. "Go on" He said and then took a step back so the attention could be on her."Thank you so much for trusting and choosing me" She began with an emotional voice. "I promise not to let you down and I'll do my best to take care of you all. Please do well to support me and correct me whenever you see me going wrong. Thank you" She finished her statement.It was quiet and Bellona began to feel anxious but all negati
"Are you more reasonable than the moon goddess who fated us to be together?" Zephyr asked and he waited for their response.As expected, they were silent then he continued. "And who gave you the impression that my mate, your Luna can not protect herself and the pack members?" His brows rose up in questioning as he stared at the elders who always spoke before thinking.Zephyr's response to their statement made Bellona smile inwardly but it didn't take away her nervousness as she could still see them staring at her and it made her self conscious of her self."Let's say she's a good warrior, that aside" Another elder stood up. "But we heard that she tried to kill you. Is that not enough reason to disqualify her?""If she can try to hurt you, who are we or the pack members that she would not hurt." He said the strongest point they had on their sleeves and they were sure that there was no reasonable way in which Zephyr would respond to the question.Bellona's worst fears came alive immedia
Bellona's heart thundered in her chest as she stood in the waiting room. Today was the day that Zephyr was to introduce her formally to the elders and the pack as his mate.As much as she was excited, she was also nervous as she thought of the worst possible things.Will they accept me? Will they reject me as their Luna? She questioned herself."Are you okay?" Zephyr asked, breaking her line of thoughts."Yeah, I'm fine" She said with a smile that didn't reach her eyes.Zephyr, noticing her uneasiness took her hand in his and said. "We can do this another time if you're not ready." "No. No, let's do it today. I'm fine" Bellona interjected immediately. Although she wanted to agree with Zephyr and reschedule, but the elders and the pack members were already out there, waiting to see how.They certainly would not be happy to find out that she had stood them up. It would give them another reason to dislike her aside all she had done."Okay. Whenever you're ready." Zephyr said and he tigh
"We should get something to eat." Zephyr said and Bellona nodded but sh found it difficult to get out of bed. She didn't want to leave his arms but she wanted to eat something too.They had been in bed for too long and they had missed breakfast. Bellona forced herself to sit up then she flung her legs down."Freshen up, breakfast will be ready by the time you're done." Zephyr instructed and she obeyed and walked into the bathroom.Bellona took a quick bath and joined Zephyr in the balcony. He had already freshened up and was waiting for her with a table filled with food. She took a seat and they ate in silence, finishing what was on the plate."You must have been really hungry" Zephyr commented as he looked at her plate. He had thought she was joking to avoid him when she said she was hungry. Now he felt sad for keeping her hungry for long."I don't think I can ever get enough of food." She smiled and picked up a grape from the tray and took a bite from it."I know I can never get eno
Bellona opened her eyes slowly, unwilling to succumb to the sweet dream she was having. This was the most comfortable sleep she had ever had in her entire life and she didn't want it to end. She wanted to sleep some more so she could continue her perfect dream but eventually, she woke up.Bellona realized that it wasn't a dream as she felt Zephyr's hands around her waist, pressing her back against his chest. His legs entwined with hers under the sheets and his hot breath on her hair, fanning her neck.'It wasn't a dream' she smiled to herself.Zephyr had actually made love to her in the most sensual and tender manner. Bellona felt her face heat and her body burn anew as she recalled the beautiful memories that she would never forget It was an experience she had never had before and she didn't think she'd do it even in the nearest future but apparently, the moon goddess had other plans for her.She wished to do the activity all the time because it was something that she couldn't wrap
Bellona laid down beside him, her thoughts wondering on ways she would be able to pleasure Zephyr. She wanted to make him feel the same way he made her feel. She wanted from show him how much she loved him."What wrong?" Zephyr asked when she sat up."I want to make you feel good" Bellona said, her voice sounded low and shy."You don't have to" he protested. He didn't want to force her to do what she didn't want to do."But I want to so let me do it" Bellona said, her voice filled with determination."Bell-" his words got stuck in his throat when her lips landed on his neck, kissing and nibbling."Bellona you" he tried to draw back his legendary self control for her sake and him. It was her first time and although he'd love more than anything to go on, she had to rest so as not to overstress herself."Shh" She hushed him. "Allow me, I promise you won't regret it."Zephyr couldn't protest anymore because deep down he wanted it.Bellona kissed from his neck down to his collar bone then
Bellona's face flushed in embarrassment as she heard him ask her."It was good." She said, not knowing what else to say.Zephyr raised his brow, "good?" He repeated and she nodded."Is my touch just good?" He asked her and this time, Bellona was unable to give him a proper response because she really didn't know what else to say.His touch was perfect but she didn't know how to put it in words.Zephyr smirked at her speechlessness then went down and captured her lips in a heated kiss.He kissed her so passionately that Bellona felt he was punishing her. He kissed her to the extent that she tasted blood and only then did he stop."Is my touch just good?" He repeated and Bellona remained mute.He didn't wait for her response and the next instant, his mouth landed on her breasts.His tongue circled on her sensitive nipples, causing her to arch her back to him. He continued sucking on her tits while caressing the other one then when he was satisfied, he switched places."I've waited for a
"Bell," Zephyr tried to speak but Bellona who was overwhelmed with feelings didn't let him talk."What do you want me to do, Zephyr?" She asked, rising to a sitting position. "You claim to love me but you do not show it. Actions speak louder than words" She finally finished her ranting."I-- I don't know what to say" Zephyr stuttered. "I didn't know you felt that way. It wasn't my intention to make you feel this way." He explained. Sincerely, he had avoided getting to close to her in fear that she'd feel like he's forcing things and push him away."I wanted to give you space. I thought you weren't ready. I swear, Bell. I really love you and I'll never do anything to hurt you." Zephyr confessed sincerely. "I'm very sorry for making you feel this way." He apologized. He felt horrible with himself that he had made his mate feel bad when all he wanted to do is to see her smile and happy.Bellona turned to him, my heart telling her that she had been to harsh on the man. She understood what
Bellona didn't reply to him anymore. She simply kept quiet and continued bathing in his warmth. Her mind going to different directions"Zephyr" She called out suddenly. "Yes," He answered immediately."Do you not like me" She asked, her voice sounding sad.The moment Zephyr heard her question, he rose from the bed. "What gave you that thought?" He asked and without waiting for her response, he continued. "I love you so very much, Bellona. There's no woman I have and will ever love like I love you. So clear that thought out of your mind. I really do-" "Then why don't you want to touch me" She asked, cutting him short.Zephyr was speechless as he started at her with wide mouth. Her question had taken him by surprise. It wasn't an everyday question that he had expected her to ask him. It was just a random."Am I not attractive enough or do you not get turned on by me?" She voiced out her worry. She had been waiting for Zephyr to make advances at her. They were mates after all. If they