FIONA'S POV.“Be like me? Be careful what you wish for, Fiona.” Darla whispered, approaching me. She helped me up against the couch. I watched in silence as she picked up the bucket, placed it in the bathroom, raised the Curtains, and changed the sheets, not because I didn't want to offer to help.But rather because I was too drained, too weak to even move an inch or say a word, Darla approached me, a smile on her face, settling right next to me.“I'm not the best person to wish for; I may be the first mistress, but that only goes so far. I'm not his favorite or anything, but I keep myself out of trouble, and Marcellus respects that.” I, in turn, respect her too; I've barely seen her apart from the first day, and she is right; she looked as though she wasn't interested in anything.“If you were the first mistress, why then did you allow more mistresses?” I wondered why she wasn't hurt; it was bad enough to have one co-wife, not to speak of ten or nine… the number went as fast as I co
MARCELLUS’ POV.Anger coursed through my veins as I turned over the file in my hands, irritably I tapped my finger against the desk, my mind somehow had managed to trail back to the previous night, and the annoying look Raphael had, also the courage he mustered this morning,He wanted Fiona. I understood her as lovable, sharp, and pretty, but I swear I would murder that bastard like I had promised if he laid his fingers on Fiona, or worse if I caught something as simple as his shadow lurking around her.I peered slowly, raising my glance in the direction of the door; a gentle knock was placed on the door, causing me to roll my eyes. Whoever it was would have to deal with my aggressions today, I was looking to blow off some steam anyway.What was it again? What more this time? Mumbling beneath my breath, I pushed off the file in my hands against the desk. Certainly, I ordered Trevor not to let anyone in or around my study today.“Come in,” I asked curtly, a frown on my face, which was
FIONA'S POVI jolted in bed from shock as continuous knocks were placed by the door, arching my eyebrows; I bit against my lower lip, worrying striking my nerves. Was it Lena? What more did she want from me?Cursing under my breath, I stuck to my feet, slowly approaching the door; the knock came again, steadier than the first. Bracing myself, I pushed open the doors.“Lady Fiona?” Instant relief coursed through my veins as a smile spread on Raphael’s lips, he tucked both hands together and leaned right by my door frame.“You don't look too excited,” he asserted, arching his eyebrow. I glanced around suspiciously, weary of the environment, before taking him by his arm and pulling him into the room in haste, I slammed the door, staring wide-eyed at him, wondering if he was indeed innocent or was fuckimg dumb.“Why are you here?!” I asked, glancing around the room, my tone hushed, worried that someone might hear and things would end up in a pretty bad way for him.“I promised to see you
LENA’S POV.“Lena!” The Alpha king’s cold voice had called, causing me to tremble.“Your Highness,” I responded, trying to act as calmly as I could as he approached me. He had a stiff frown on his face, and it worried me. It was not time for me to tend to his bed, but it didn't seem like he was here for such a thing as that.“I believe you are free right now?” He asked and I nodded, gesturing that he take his seat, my mind racing through a million of my thoughts as to why he was here.“Did I do anything wrong, my lord?” I asked; I didn't like Marcellus in a terrible mood; it made every nerve of mine set ablaze.“How is the training going along?” He asked, taking me by surprise, My eyes were boring into his.“What training?” I asked, trying to recall what he meant, yet nothing had popped up.“Fiona's, I made it clear to you that you began her lessons about pack duties, did I not?” He asked, tapping his fingers against his sides; he did that when he was often pissed. I swallowed a visi
MARCELLUS POV.Perhaps I made it too obvious, or maybe it was right on cue; I didn't care as much when I approached Lena or blurted out those words. She always said it wasn't the first time like she claimed; I never bothered to correct it. Due to Her family's influence, she went about calling shots and making orders as she deemed fit. The only reason I never stopped it was quite simple. It had been absurd and a necessity; if they wouldn't stand for themselves and talk back against her ill-treatment, then it was none of my business. I had always been a man of principle, yet it baffles me to see how since the first day my Fiona had stepped into my life; I changed my principles.Walking through the doors to my office, I could see my beta. Standing with an anxious look on his face.“For fucks sake I never get to catch a break,” I grumbled, seated behind my desk,“It's the elder of councils. They've called an impromptu meeting. They all await you in the hall at this very moment, “ Trev
MARCELLUS'S POV.Sneaky bastards, how dare they?I sank into the sofa, lighting up a cigarette for myself, taking a long time before relaxing all the tensed muscles I had in my body at the moment. “What do you intend on doing?” Trevor inquired sitting right next to me, I shrugged, rolling my eyes before taking another puff.“Just as I claimed, I'll have to throw out a competition in the air. We both know all he's aiming for with his Lena being the Luna. I responded with a shrug, the words rolling off my tongue with such heavy bitterness.“Smart, you know...” Trevor asserted, trailing off to the ends of his words.“Look here, I know she's smart, and I know she's got the face, brains, and all, but Lena isn't the type to just pass out power; she isn't even Luna yet and she's causing a ruckus amongst all the other mistresses. Besides, there's no way I'll give that old geezer the satisfaction of having half of the pack,“ I snapped, taking another puff. My eyes settled on the ceiling, and
MARCELLUS’ POV.“You may all leave,” I ordered once more; they seemed more stunned than I expected them to be. After all, everyone always believed Lena would top things, and at this moment I could see how dazed she was, driven to silence, and I could see her eyes almost from their sockets from fear.She was doing a great job holding her pain in., not like I cared after all; I would have my way in a bit. I watched them all scurry out of the waiting room, Darla and Fiona in the last row.“Except you, Fiona”. I ordered her and her feet stopped to a rather long pause; she exchanged gazes with Darla, who only passed a smile in her direction.“ I'll leave you both, I'm happy you made a choice.” Dark asserted before making her way out through the door. I fought hard to have a smile tucked in; Darla had a way with words, her guesses running wild. I haven't made a decision yet; how on earth had she made me think I was in any way interested in keeping Fiona to myself?“For fuck's sake, look at
FIONA'S POV I Got a twisted feeling when he had asked that I stay back. He said nothing, but I could feel his gaze creep into my body. My heart, however, had skipped beats in a row hearing those words.I swallowed a visible lump in my throat seeing his huge fucking cock even in its partially hardened state stare at me; I knew it was wrong, and I looked like a pervert, but I couldn't avert my gaze from his size.It was huge, fucking huge. I had seen it three times already, but this once I was sane, not drunk, not in tears.Wanting to know if this was a mere bluff of his, if he was only testing my courage I was curious to see how he would react if I didn't back down; if I stood firm to my words, what would he do?An insane urge and need to know pumped through my veins. I reached for the cock,; it was becoming harder, the skin soft against my warm palms.“There, see how it twitches in response? You fucking turn me on, Fiona… It reacts like this to you alone;” he breathed out, his eyes
FIONA'S POV.“Fine, get out, both of you. Lena needs to rest; besides, I could care less about what she does with her time or where she goes; she's probably going to put you in harm's way as well.” Marcekkus deadpanned, his gaze stiffened; our eyes locked for a moment, and all I could see was irritation in them; he must really loathe me.I swallowed a lump in my throat, trying back to hold my tears; he wasn't worth it; no one was. Rachel lowered his gaze to match mine, a reassuring smile on his lips as he locked his eyes into mine.“Common, let's go.” He whispered, drawing me closer to himself, neither of us saying a thing to the other as we walked out of the door, and down the corridor, we approached the garage, and he had the gesture that I settled into the seat as he held out the door for me. “I don't... Are you sure this is a good idea? I really don't want you getting in your arms or hurting out. I stuttered out, my voice thinning out as I spoke.“Just get in, Fiona! Don't make m
FIONA POV. My gut twisted hearing those words; it wasn't the physical pain he had caused me that bothered me; it was, in fact, I didn't like the manner in which he had spoken. I didn't like it; this act was going too far, but even so, I contemplated what to say or do; it wasn't seeming to be an act anymore.Yet he wouldn't do that to me, right?“Well, don't just stand there like a mute and come with me now! " he ordered sternly, not sparing me a glance. My body shook, as though there was friction in my feet. I dragged myself behind him, pain stabbing away at my sides.I feel myself briefly at a loss for words; he wasn't saying anything, his eyes were pinned ahead, and I could only walk in hisSomething was off; I wanted to reach out to him, to ask him if something had happened to piss him off. I wanted to do anything but imagine the worst, but it seemed as though there was a gap between us.“Come on, move faster, pipsqueak.”Pipsqueak? That had done it, broken me, he stopped by the d
FIONA'S POV.“They all call you a witch, you know?” Maya whispered, easing herself into the chair beside me. She looked uneasy; on her toes, she wasn't relaxed. I didn't like this progress. Maya would usually be bickering around now causing a fuss and filling me on whatever gossip the maids had to tender.“You can relax, Maya, I won't bite you, not you, maybe others, but please, I was poisoned, and then I was framed. You were there and saw it too; you know better. I have to act tough for a few days, or they'll all walk all over me." I exclaimed,Then the light came to her eye once again, I could see her countenance brighten up after listening to my words.“Finally I can breathe. I knew something was odd with their descriptions; it sounded like they were spinning lies off the web, but I couldn't say anything. I wasn't certain either; besides, I have it in bed; they'll hate me more than they do if I try defending you.” Maya complained with a pout. She looked adorable, escaping my lips a
FIONA'S POV.My heartbeat picked its pace as I pulled off my top, slowly I did the same with my panties, and; finally, I was bare before them, naked. They were women, but it was the first time in a long while since anyone had ever bathed me.“Lady Fiona.” The first of the three girls had spoken, stretching forth her hands toward the ub, although it was obvious they had stolen lots of cautious gazes at me, yet it still seemed as though they were careful of being caught. I doubt I had anything to do with it; it was probably because it all started with an order from Marcellus, and they had to be orderly and not screw up in any possible way.A loud whine coursed through my lips as soap eased down my body; it had stung harder than I thought. She was quick to wash away the lather of soap on my skin, now shivering as she begged continuously.“I'm sorry, my lady, I don't mean to hurt you; I... will be careful next time”. She pleaded, her head bowed. At first, I felt pity for her; usually, I w
MARCELLUS’ POVRaymond had approached as soon as I walked out of the room; three maids passed me with a bow before heading toward Fiona.“I'm sorry, Your Highness, I had fallen asleep as I got into the room, earlier on, I just got the wind of the news as I woke." Raymond apologized, closing in the space between us,I made a sharp turn towards my study; he walked in behind me, looking just as worried as I was. I punched against the table, seething with rage, those bastards, they had me cornered.“What will I do, Raymond?.I'm lost and confused, and I see no way out this time,” I admitted staring intently at him; a groan coursed through my lips; I had no idea what I was doing.“Who did it? I'm sure Miss Fiona didn't... or did she?” Raymond asked, staring wide-eyed at me. I shook my head, nodding negatively.“No, she didn't, although I'm uncertain why Lena had done something as horrible as that. I know she's goal-driven and gritty even, but that far? I had no idea she could drive herself
FIONA'S POV.A loud scream coursed through my lips on reflex, in sin to his orders; however, my body had not been lashed. The whip was simply still midway in the air.Isn't he here to punish me? To act out? To blame me“What are you doing?” I asked, his fingers hastily pressed gently against my lips.“Don't say a word. I need them to think I lashed you,” he blurted out. I corked my brows, too stunned to speak; now things were winding out of hand pretty fast, and judging from the glint in his eyes, I could tell he was having a blast at the moment.“What are you up to, Marcellus? Didn't Darla get to you already?” I asked, and he let go of the whip in his grasp leaning his back against the wall with a smirk strapped to the sides of his lips.“I did; she explained petty tricks to me, which is why you have to do just as I tell you.” He entrusted his chin to my hair now, causing me to immediately realize how tall and muscular this man was.We've had sex now. But I still couldn't get my head
MARCELLUS’’ POV.A groan escaped my lips as I reached out for my phone, highlighting from the car with Raymond by my side. It was a good day to go golfing. My best friend and I are against the world.“I need rest; I'll head on to my room now,” Raymond complained, stretching his back.“Rest? All you did was lose,” I teased my daughter.“and all you did was cheat.” He snapped right back, and we both burst into laughter. I made a mental reminder to go on a trip like this twice at least every month; we bonded over the golf, and small talks here and there; he even got himself a lover. One of the neighboring betas daughters, and I had no idea,Although I was no fool, I could tell her relationship had suffered due to his inability to spend time with her; I couldn't roll around in bed with all nine of my mistresses… ten, including Fiona, while he stood guard and did all my jobs. One of these days, after I've gotten rid of the council and their chastises, I would finally be able to give him a
FIONA'S POV“I didn't do it!” I screamed, thrashing my arms away from them, kicking, pulling, and screaming as loud as I could, yet no one had listened to me. I'm dragged out by both arms, my feet scratching against the floor. I wasn't scared. But I didn't want people to get wind of the news either,“My lady,” Maya screamed, rushing towards me; I could see sincere worry in her eyes.“I'll get Lady Darla for you now," she screamed as I was dragged away from her sight. Lena was a bitch, but doing this, hurting herself to pin her blame on me, was one of the wildest ideas anyone could ever have.I'm tossed into a dimly lit cell, the coldness of the tiles harshly biting my skin as I fall. Colliding with the floor with a heavy impact, a light wince coursed through my lips as I tried to get off the floor.“Don't beg for help. Don't ask for food. Eat what is given, and if you need to go. There's a bucket in there,” the guard snapped before marching away from me. I jolted backward, seeing a li
FIONA'S POV.He looked curious, antsy, and on edge, and I preferred that; perhaps seducing him wasn't as hard, or it might be just as Raphael had said: he'll get bored of me soon and take in a new mistress.Not that I believed a single thing that eased across his lips anyway; he lied to me; he knew I was poisoned and did nothing; then of course two could play the game just as well.Starting off from the basics, I needed to be his favorite, and gain as much power as I could; perhaps it wouldn't be as easy as I expected it to be, but not that I had anything else to do.It was either this or I'd end up dead one way or another, so I'd prefer trying than waiting for Lena or Darla to make a feast of my head.“Why do you glare at me like that, Fiona? You are scaring the fuck out of me, you know? He asked with a giggle, but he could tell something about me had changed; I snapped it was his fault after all.I grumbled in low tones, pulling myself away from his grasp.“Tonight, nine… be by my d