The Queen’s Machinations Maria’s POV I was frustrated to see Alex being lenient with Lisa. My anxiety grew day by day. If I didn’t act quickly, Lisa would take my mate away from me. I started tossing and turning in bed, trying to come up with the perfect plan to get rid of her once and for all. “Why are you not sleeping, my queen?” Miranda asked. She was my most trusted maid, and she helped me handle all the dirty work. “Miranda, I am scared,” I whispered, biting my nails. “I’m scared that she’s going to snatch my mate from me.” She stared at me for a moment before speaking. “I understand you. We did our best to eliminate her. I framed her for you, hoping the king would take care of it, but he didn’t. I know she’s a tough one to deal with, my queen.” “She’s so annoying,” I spat. “I need to get rid of her if I want to be the queen.” “I know what to do,” she said, whispering her plan into my ear. “I love it,” I beamed. “Thank you so much, Miranda.” The following morning, we both
Shadows of Deception.Maria’s Stance.On the day of my wedding to Alex, I woke up early and took a long bath. Miranda helped me get dressed beautifully, and I stood in front of the mirror, admiring my beauty.“I look so beautiful.”“You’re always so beautiful, Your Majesty,” she complimented me.“Aww.” I blushed. “I’m not yet the queen, Miranda.”“You’re already the queen. I can’t wait to see you wear the crown,” she said as she walked me to the wedding venue. My eyes found Alex, who was already there. The ceremony began, and he recited his vows. When it was my turn, I felt something powerful overcome me that made me faint.“Are you awake?” Alex inquired, his worried gaze meeting mine as I opened my eyes. “Are you okay?”“What’s wrong with me?” I asked.“Don’t you remember, Maria? You fainted.”“What?” I stood up. “You mean the wedding isn’t completed, Alex?”“Yes. I’m sorry. You fainted before you took your vow.” What! I wasn’t the queen yet. How could this happen? What went wrong?I
A Web of Betrayal.This chapter contains explicit content.Alexander’s POV.“Alex, I’m here,” Maria announced as she walked into my room.“What are you here for?” I asked her, eyeing her suspiciously. I knew what she was here for, but I chose to pretend.“I’m feeling better now,” she purred as she started to caress my body. My body felt hot, almost like it was on fire. I wasn’t feeling the connection or sensation with her that I was supposed to. She had been pressuring me to sleep with her, but how could I explain that I wasn’t feeling a romantic connection with her?“Alex, do you hate me? Why haven’t you touched me since we got married? I’m your wife, for goodness’ sake,” she yelled. “I want you to come back to your senses and stop thinking about her.”“Okay, enough of your nagging. Come here,” I said, holding my breath as our lips met.Maria kissed me hungrily, as if she had been expecting it. She moaned into the kiss, seemingly enjoying it, but it didn’t feel right to me. Her touch
Caught in a web of darkness, trapped by a monster. Maria’s stance. I kept having dreams about sleeping with Alex, even though I knew he didn’t have feelings for me. He was in love with Lisa, but he didn’t know it yet. I kept telling Miller to draw her blood for me so that I could kill her with that, but despite my plan, she refused to die. “You can’t go in,” I heard Miranda’s voice. “I need to see the queen, or else I won’t cooperate with her again,” the voice said. I knew who it belonged to. It was the pack healer, Miller. “Come in,” I replied behind the closed door. “Miranda, I don’t want anyone to come in, not even the king. If he’s here, I want him to tell him that I am sleeping.” “Yes, my queen.” “Welcome, Miller,” I said with a smile, ignoring the deadly look in his eyes. “What can I do for you?” “My queen, I thought you said she was after your husband. I am surprised to find out that she is the king’s true mate,” he stated. “Why? Why did you do that devilish act?” Miller
Broken Innocence: A Tale of Betrayal and Defiance Lisa “Are you okay?” he asked. I could see that he was worried, but I knew it was fake. He was concerned because I wouldn’t be able to donate blood to his wife. “I’m fine. Wipe off that fake worried expression,” I smirked. “I can’t stand seeing it.” “I’m sorry,” he apologized. “Alex, I don’t feel well,” Maria said, cutting in. “I feel dizzy.” He ran to her. “How do you feel, Maria?” “I think I need more blood, Alex. I still feel weak,” she announced. I looked at her, smiling. I knew what she was up to. She wanted to draw all my blood. We both knew that she was fine. “Really. Do you need my blood?” I smirked. She looked at me with pity, but I could see the hatred she was trying to hide under it. “Tell me, my queen.” “Yes. I’m sorry,” she muttered softly. “Alex.” She held the king’s clothes. “Do you think I am too selfish?” “You’re not, darling. You’re not selfish,” he declared. I rolled my eyes, seeing how they acted. “Lisa, ca
Betrayal and DesperationLisa’s stance“I will only release you once you have had as many children as I want. I want to completely dominate you, shatter your hopes, dreams, aspirations, and goals, and become the only thing you have in this world,” he smirked. “You will crave and adore me while I torture you, leaving you damaged and worthless. Embrace this fate, Lisa.”“Hehe he.”He stood up and adjusted his clothes well.“Do I look good, mate?” he asked. I ignored him. “You don’t have to answer. I know I look good in your eyes. If you wanted to live your life in peace, you should have gotten pregnant quickly, honey. I’ll be back.”“I hate you,” I cried. “I don’t want to see you.”“Hey, don’t cry, darling,” he said, snickering as he wiped away my tears. “You can never get rid of me. Embrace your fate.” I looked up at him and felt a knot in my stomach at the fierce scowl on his lips.“Let me go!”“I won’t. You can only serve me for the rest of your life,” he spat. “You will forever be my
Confrontation and Consequences King Alexander. “My king,” Marcus said as he entered, holding a letter. He bowed his head in respect. “This letter is from the Lycan king," he uttered as he handed me the letter. I took it and opened it, only to find shocking news. A young Lycan was killed and dumped near my territory. I stood up in shock. What the heck was happening? “My king, what is it?" Marcus asked me. I was dumbfounded. I stammered out a response, trying to explain what had happened. Marcus looked at me in disbelief. "Relax, my king, what's it? Tell me." “Marcus, what should I do?" I asked. My body was tense with anxiety. I had just signed a peace treaty with the king, but now it seemed that someone was plotting against me. Who could it be? I handed the letter to my beta and said, “Take a look at this.” He took the letter from me, and his surprised reaction mirrored my own. “My king, how is this possible? Why was a dead baby Lycan found near our territory? This can’t b
In the Lycan kingdom.King Alexander.“Have you finished talking to your wolf?" King Finn asked me. I had always known he was a beast. He was a barbarous and sadistic person who found pleasure in others’ pain. I never imagined he could overpower me to the point where I couldn’t lift a finger."Please don’t do this.”“Do what?” He asked. “She’s dead, and I need you to accompany her.”“No. I don’t want to. Please,” I pleaded. "I don’t want to die yet."He refused to listen to my pleas, no matter how I pleaded with him. He nearly broke my finger."I’ll pardon you for now," he said as he returned to his seat. He was insane. The way he spoke and carried himself exuded danger and power. His eyes were filled with hatred and malice. I knew he was capable of much worse than what I had experienced. I shuddered at the thought of what he could do if he were ever pushed too far. He was someone I couldn’t afford to cross. “I need you to find out who killed my people. You have one week to do so, or
Lisa’s stance “Mate,” he groaned, sniffing my body. “Are you a wolf or a vampire, Dave?” I questioned. “Both,” he responded. “Dave, we were on our way to the werewolf realm. Will you be following us?” Finn asked. “Sure. Let’s go deal with that trash,” he smirked. I wondered when their relationship got close. “You’re not dealing with anyone,” I uttered. “I will be the one to take my revenge.” “Okay. I will listen to you, queen.” We entered the portal and teleported inside the werewolf realm. I gasped. What the heck happened here? Everywhere was in ruin. It wasn’t like the time I left here. “There must have been a huge fight here,” Dave said, holding my hand. “Yes. Everywhere is ruined. What the heck happened here?” “Lisa, is that you?” A voice spoke behind me. I turned around to meet Michael. “Michael.” He ran over and hugged me. “Oh, my goddess. You’re still alive, Lisa.” “What are you talking about? I’m still alive,” I mumbled. I pulled away when I heard Finn howl. “Tha
RevengeLisa’s stance.Everything had been going well with us. We had good, happy times together. They both didn’t allow me to breathe, always asking for sex. I was alone when someone knocked on the door.“Who’s there?” I asked.“It’s me, child,” the voice spoke. It was Mother. I stood up and answered the door. I opened the door to reveal her. I wouldn’t be able to get enough of her beauty. She was too beautiful.“Mother, you are here. Please come in.”She smiled and walked in. She gently held my hand.“I’m here to check on you. How are you feeling now?” she asked, taking her seat. I sat beside her.“Mother, I am fine.” I have been sick for some time now, and Dave wasn’t around. He was asked to settle some issues in the company in the human realm.“Are you sure?” she asked again.“Yes, Mother.” I put my head on her lap. “I’m much better.”“Okay,” she uttered, caressing my hair. “You look so pretty.” We were still talking when someone ran in. What the heck! I stood up on my feet.“What
Lisa’s stance“I have been thinking of burying myself inside you,” Finn whispered into my ear, making me feel hot and excited. As his hands moved up to my core, he began to caress it. I gulped as I felt a trickle start.“Finn!” A moan escaped my lips.“Do you enjoy it, darling?” He demanded, sliding his finger into my moistness.“Yes, I do,” I moaned, my voice escalating as he continued to pleasure me.“I’m reaching climax, Finn,” I exclaimed.“Yes, cum for me, sweetheart,” he urged.With every moan, I found myself succumbing to pleasure. With each thrust, I reached the pinnacle of ecstasy, exploding in euphoria.“Good girl,” he murmured, patting me gently on the head.“Dave,” I called out.“Yes, darling,” he responded.“Dave,” I moaned as he teased my nipple.“I’m here. Tell me, honey, what do you desire?” He asked, teasingly playing with my nipples, fueling my longing for their touch.“Enough of this teasing. I want you to make love to me,” I groaned.He paused, locking eyes with me
Back to the Lycan kingdomLisa’s stance.I was very surprised because I didn’t expect this to happen. They had all gathered to welcome me, giving the impression that they were expecting me. I stood there in disbelief. These were the same people who had rejected me— the ones who believed a wolf could never lead them.“I am not expecting this, Finn,” I said, still in awe of it.“That is Father doing,” he replied, holding my hand. Dave stood elegantly beside me. He was in protective mode. I laughed at seeing him like this. With him beside me, I am sure no one could dare to hurt me.“Welcome back, my queen,” Daniel and Scott let out, moving forward. They bowed their heads in respect to me.I smiled. It’s been long since I saw them both. “Rise,” I commanded.They both did as I told them.“We missed you, queen,” they uttered.“I miss you too.” We were still talking when a figure approached me. She shouted and hugged me.“Sister.” She jumped on me.“Ha. Linda.” I pulled her into a hug, but s
Torn Hearts and TemptationLisa's stance“What are you thinking about, honey?” Dave’s voice jerked me out of my thoughts.“Huh? What did you say?” I answered, a bit startled.He smiled and moved closer to me. “Even if you didn’t tell me, I know exactly what you are thinking about.”“I’m not thinking about anything,” I replied, trying to hide my thoughts from him.“I knew that would be your answer, Lisa. I know you are thinking about Finn,” he whispered, looking deep into my eyes. “It’s time for you to forgive him.”“I should forgive who?” I exclaimed. “After everything he did?”“Yes,” he muttered. “He is your mate, and you should forgive him.”“I can’t forgive him,” I stated firmly. “How can I forgive someone who hurt me like that?”He pulled me to his chest and began caressing my hair. “I know you have a heart of gold. I know it isn’t easy for you to forgive him, but he has apologized and explained everything to you. We both know what he did isn’t right, but he wasn’t entirely at fau
A Battle of Love and Hate: Forgiveness and BetrayalFinn’s stance.“Are you awake, love?" I asked as she stirred. She gently opened her eyes and met mine. It was written all over her face. She was shocked. She must have been shocked to see me here.I was worried when my father told me he would be visiting the vampire realm. I was worried he was going to cause more trouble for me, so I had no choice but to follow him.“What the hell are you doing here?” She screamed as I was about to touch her. She yanked my hand away and looked at me with disgust. Why? Why did she hate me to the point of staring at me like that? Would she forever hate me? “Do not touch me with those filthy hands of yours,” she snapped.“Mate,” I called. “Are you feeling okay?”She smirked. “Are you sad that I am still alive?”“Ha. No, you got me wrong.”“Stay away from me. You disgust me.”“I’m sorry. Please forgive me.”“You’re awake?" Dave’s voice broke through as soon as he stepped in. He rushed to her side. “Glad
LisaI held the hem of my dress as I quickly carried my steps to the palace, running alongside Anabel, who seemed to be trying to catch up with me."My Queen, please," she begged, following closely behind me while I hastened my pace to a destination amidst the darkness. We reached the palace, and I ordered the guards on duty to open the door, which they obeyed immediately.I hastily stepped into the large hallroom, and the voices echoing stopped the moment my presence was announced. Anabel stayed behind, urging me to take it easy."Lisa." That voice I loathed the most called, charging his disgusting self towards me."Your... Your Majesty," I whispered, my voice full of venom and anger. He walked towards me, and I raised my hands to stop him from moving any closer to me."It's fine, Lisa. If you don't want to see him, you don't have to talk to him," Dave said, charging towards us and holding my hands the moment he was beside me. I cringed at his touch, and he dropped my hands the minut
LisaThe moment he left the room, I felt a surge of cold anger. Why would he suggest we become mates so quickly, knowing all I’ve been through? Why couldn’t he take things slowly?I stepped out of the duvet quietly and opened the door to the bathroom. Memories from earlier with Dave washed through me, and I felt my blood rush at the thought of what would have happened in the pool if he hadn’t talked about marking me.He would probably have gently sucked my neck while firmly holding it, kissing my earlobe and using his other free hand to gently knead my bosom.What is this heat for? I pulled my clothes off my body. The thought of what he would have done made me groan in frustration. We did that all day, yet I badly wanted him buried inside me.I believe Finn would have been enjoying himself with Bianca. Somehow, I want to believe that it never happened. How would Finn feel if he knew I had heated moments with another man after we left each other? Would he feel hurt when he got to know?
Dave’s stanceIn the vampire kingdomThe moment we teleported into the room, she angrily sat on the bed, doing her best to avoid me.“Lisa?” I called, and she murmured something incoherent.The last thing I wanted was to lose her. For the past few months since she arrived, I had kept from her the fact that I had spoken to Finn. Even though she had met him once, she had no idea he had been coming here every day just to see her. I was scared.I was scared that she still loved him, even though he had hurt her. The thought filled me with jealousy and frustration, making me question why I couldn’t have her all to myself. Why did she choose Finn over me? She said she accepted me, but I knew she was still struggling to fully open up to me. Despite being wolves, my family had welcomed her with kindness.“Lisa," I called out, despite my urge to hold her firmly and tell her how much I wanted her in my world. I wanted her to be the queen here so much. If she stepped out, she would see everyone b