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SERAPHINA’S POVI snuggle against the warmth of Artemis' body, inhaling the natural scent that oozes off his skin, an intoxicating and addictive musk.It feels so good to smell him, touch him, drowning in the coziness of his close proximity that fills me with a strong sense of comfort. It’s like my first taste of safety in days, and I never want to let go of it.He's like the wooliest, comfiest sweater personified.It could be the natural pull between us or our strengthened bond; whatever it is, I let the feeling engulf me completely, surrendering to the primal need.His fingers run through my hair, brushing through my scalp in soft, soothing motions that lull me in and out of sleep every few minutes until the car we're in comes to a sudden halt, seizing the vibrations.The car is taking us to Artemis' birth home, the place of our Moon Fête, or however King Silvan put it.It's a honeymoon meant for werewolves, a magical escape from the ordinary, where the newly mated couple can bask i
SERAPHINA’S POVI feel my consciousness jolt back into my body with a sudden start, and I sit up too fast, breathing hard and feeling sweat dripping down my back.I just had a nightmare, the details vague but the symptoms clear: the lingering fear clouding my thoughts, the pounding in my chest, and the rushed breathing that always accompanies nightmares.My panicking eyes search desperately around me, fearing I might still be reliving the moment.Then, I see Artemis crouching over me, holding my arms while searching my face with equal desperation."Are you okay?" he asks, gripping my arm until my eyes focus fully on his face.Worry etches into his features, creasing his brows, and he's breathing just as hard. I can hear his heart pulsing as fast as mine, a shared reaction from our bond.I can sense his frantic thoughts, trying to figure out what's wrong with me.In a way, his touch helps my mind relax, reminding me where I am and who I'm with. Once I'm settled, I can breathe again, pa
SERAPHINA’S POVArtemis offers his hand to me in front of everyone, and I take it. We're guided towards the other end of the table where the Alpha King himself sits.However, there's just one chair for the two of us.I scan for a free one, intending to drag it over, but before I can, Artemis sits down and pulls me onto his lap, ass first, under the leering gaze of a dozen pairs of eyes.I tense up, trying to get off, but he firmly holds me in place, making it clear I'm not going anywhere.Whispers and mutterings about us start to fill the room, but Artemis remains unfazed, his expression stoic.Once we're settled, a man from the wolf delegation stands, clearing his throat to speak.“Greetings to His Majesty’s proxy, Prince Artemis, and...” He pauses, glancing briefly at me, “...Miss Seraphina.”His eyes quickly shift back to Artemis, his smile returning as the group offers a unified but reserved greeting, slightly bowing their heads while seated.“Actually, today’s discussion is one t
SERAPHINA’S POVI stand close by, waiting as the council members file out of the conference room, anticipating Artemis. Earlier, he had whispered in my ear to wait, assuring me it would be quick.Five minutes later, I'm observing him in a heated discussion with Alpha Rivan and others, who are now desperately trying to persuade him to rescind his earlier decision.Initially, they hadn't even acknowledged his presence, but now they're practically groveling at his feet for reconsideration.I can't help but chuckle at the unfolding scene.Artemis stands tall, responding to each member with a demeanor that radiates respect and distinction, the very embodiment of power and authority.Watching him, so confidently in his element, I feel a surge of pride.He's so much more than the irresponsible, bad-boy prince he was once portrayed as. This moment is a testament to his true capabilities, the person I've always trusted him to be.As I stare, perhaps a little too long, lost in my thoughts and s
ARTEMIS’ POVAgain and again, they try to convince me, showering me with words of praise for my performance, showing their gratitude for the presence I’ve graced them with, and ending every sentence with 'reconsider.'It makes me wonder if this approach has always worked with my father. A few words of praise, some flattery, and he would simply cave to their demands.I wouldn't be surprised.He’s always been the type to go soft over vain things that tickle his fancy, as long as he receives the reverence he desires from his subjects.But I don't give in, choosing not to ignore the clear discrimination just to please them. I ponder how this case would have ended if Sera and I hadn't intervened when we did.Finally, they give up, walking away and grumbling silently.Mr. Franklin steps forward towards me once the path is clear, a look of gratitude on his face.“I want to give my thanks again. You have no idea what you've done for my family and people. We've faced years of biased treatment
SERAPHINA’S POVI stare down at Artemis's sleeping face, resting on my thighs, running my fingers through his soft and silky black hair. It feels impossibly light and soft as I trace my fingers gently across the lines of his face.I can’t help but feel bad for him, having to hear about his mother’s condition from someone else, and from none other than Kamila’s father, no less, while his own father kept such important news from him.In the end, we made a call to find out she’s stable now, but he still seemed to be in a state of shock. The look of pain on his face tortured me.I wish I could take away a portion of it or perhaps understand even a fraction of it.Having a mother and watching her remain in a vegetative state all your life – in a way, it sounds more torturous than not having one or knowing yours didn’t want you.I guess there's a sense of certainty in knowing, rather than wondering if your mother loved you.He, however, is forced to watch on, forever hoping, wondering what
SERAPHINA’S POVI reach out and knock three times on the familiar door that has been my home for the majority of my life, pulling away and nervously tucking my hands back into my pockets.Everything at the orphanage remains almost as it always was; the shape and size of it, the smell of wet sand, the never-ceasing breeze, the rustling of the willow trees around.I do notice some subtle changes, like the tiled roads leading up to the building, which used to be a muddy path dotted with puddles where children would play during rainy days.There’s the entirely new roof, replacing the old one we kept patching up with leftover wood from the furniture shops down the road, and the newly planted flower beds surrounding the house.It’s home, but a newly improved version of the home I grew up in.I’m grateful for these changes, more so knowing the smile they must have put on Miss Lucy’s face as she watched them come together, easing years of worry about the house falling apart or flooding.I’m e
SERAPHINA’S POVMy heart pounds with emotions, staring at what's in front of me: this little box that holds the potential secrets to who I am and where I come from.Answers I’ve always been desperate to run away from, that I’m now forced to face. I'm filled with anxiety, yet there's a bit of trepidation about the varying possibilities of what I could find here.Taking a deep breath, I begin to dig into it.First, there's my mint-green blanket with fraying ends, the fabric showing its age. Clearly, it was knitted by someone with menial handiwork, yet I imagine a family member, perhaps.I drop it aside, revealing everything else.The dress I wore the day I was left behind, accompanied by bright red, sewn-up shoes. A little brown teddy bear, covered with a layer of filth that makes it seem a deeper shade of gray.A storybook with the last five pages ripped out, and stacks and stacks of old newspapers added to give it bulk.My heart sinks instantly. There’s not even a single keepsake or