~Audrina~I was taken aback by the servant's actions. I couldn’t believe that they had raised their hands at me. How could they?It was crazy, but during that moment, thoughts about James flooded my mind. So this was how he felt. I brushed that thought away, and I stared back at the servants, and I noticed they were wearing a smirk on their silly faces. They didn’t appear remorseful at all.My anger grew at that moment. I was the pack's Luna, and I would not allow anyone to disrespect me or question my authority.“The cursed Luna is quiet!” The other one, without green eyes, had spoken up. “Did we hit you where it hurts?” Her voice slurred.“We are sorry for your curse, but you deserve what you got. Maybe with this, you will finally learn that you are not welcome here and never will be.”Before the servants could utter more words, I raised my hand to silence them. "I won't let you get away with what you did," I said, my voice firm and unwavering.The servants exchanged nervous glances
~Audrina~I was about to walk away when James pulled me backwards. He took my hand into his hands and I saw a soft look flash across his face. I knew this look wasn’t going to last for a long time. James was known for his act of switching up and very soon he was going to switch, yell or just do something that would upset me in general.As James hands traced the lines of my fingers. I felt the feeling I had felt the time I had left the room. It was the sudden burst of excitement rushing through my like a thousand meteoroid.My silly heart was beating in my chest rapidly,and I wanted it to calm down. ‘This was James remember.‘I said to myself. But my words had no impact on my it was like I was trying to use rocks to stop a fire. It was useless.I groaned intensely and my wolf was the only my one who had heard me. I waited for her to speak or finally tell me she knew a way to put me out of my misery. Sadly, James bold voice had cut through my thoughts and I placed my focus on him.W
~Audrina~I scanned the room, looking for who the scent belonged to. It was strong and seemed to be alluring too. Then suddenly, I noticed a figure coming from the window. At first, I was about to panic because I couldn’t make out who it was. It was quite dark, and the only thing I could see was the figure looming closer and closer, coming to the spot where the moonlight was shining the most.I moved backwards, grabbing onto the duvet.“Whoever you're, stay away, or I’m going to alert the guards.” I had said. The person chuckled, and it was through this melodic chuckle that I realized that I knew who it was. It was Ryan, and by the time I realized this, Ryan had stepped into the light.He flashed a smile my way, and I looked at him alertly, shocked to see that he was here. How did he get here in the first place? I wondered as I stared at him. I was finding it difficult to believe that he was actually here, and after several thoughts, I decided to convey how I felt.“How do you get her
~Audrina~With a wave of disgust rushing through me at the very notion of touching him, I backed away from Ryan's caresses. I swung my hand up and gave him a painful smack across the cheek, completely out of control with fury and disdain. "How dare you?" My voice was shaking with anger, and I spat. "Your touch makes me sick!"“Don’t you ever use those filthy hands of yours to touch me! I’m your mate, and I’ll never be.”But Ryan's response was nothing short of chilling, his eyes narrowing with predatory intent as he stepped closer, his demeanor growing more menacing by the second."You belong to me, Audrina," he growled, his voice dripping with possessiveness. "And I will have you, whether you like it or not."“Nobody can save you from me, not even the goddess herself, so blab all you want.”His comments were so daring that they gave me a chill down my spine and a feeling of dread I had never felt before. However, despite my growing terror, I also felt a glimmer of defiance and a reso
~Audrina~As much as Ryan always seemed to have a loud mouth, his might was nothing compared to that of my actual mate, James.If he hadn’t shown up on time, the goddess knows what would have happened to me. I wouldn’t have been able to live with myself over the disgust and trauma.If this day passes without me getting hurt, I will give praise to the goddess and pray that she keeps Ryan far away from me.I just couldn’t understand his obsession with me. If only his wife were still alive, she would have saved me from this constant stalking and attempted kidnapping.“No need to fret; James is here now.” My wolf whispered.Yes, the sigh of relief that escaped me when I saw him was something I would never forget.Once, it was a case of the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea, but at least the Devil might give me the chance of staying immortal, so I would rather be with James.As a hushed silence fell between us, Ryan’s face was painted with a mixture of rage and shock.“You were supposed to be he
~James~My skull felt like it was being hammered away as a throbbing agony slowly returned and consciousness slowly returned to my mind. I struggled to see my surroundings as I blinked against the faint light that was slowly permeating the space. Beside me, Audrina was staring at my face with concern."James!" I was dragged out of the fog of slumber by her voice, which was a mixture of worry and relief. I had a hard time lifting myself up since my body hurt every time I moved. I sat up against the headboard, and Audrina rushed to my side to lend her support."For how long was I out?" With a scratchy and dry throat, I rasped. Audrina wiped a strand of hair out of her face, her brow furrowed in concern. "Just a few hours," she said, seeming a little relieved. "I was starting to worry."My sweet girl.All those times that I was without her, it felt like my life had no color, and then the realization dawned on me that I was standing between life and death.All I could think of was her. I
~AUDRINA~Despite the fact that I might have a connection to Ryan’s mate, it didn’t give him the right to feel like he owned me. I hated being compelled to do something against my will, I mean, that was how my relationship with James kicked off at first but at least, I was given a choice and the people around were tender unlike some people were super entitled.And to think that he went so extreme by sending Mabel into unconsciousness, that action right there was highly unforgivable and I would make sure that he paid dearly for it.I was supposed to decide whom I wanted to spend the rest of my life with and I couldn’t understand why he wouldn’t just back down from the chase.Luckily, I was able to revive James if not I wouldn’t have been able to live with myself. So many things had happened in my life but what happened previously felt like my life was equally about to end alongside James.“Ryan is such a jerk.” I cussed, imagining myself ruining the perfect face that he th
~AUDRINA~ As his body prowled against mine in the dark and his minty breath fanned my neck, I moaned softly, anticipating the rest of pleasure ride but we didn’t even get the chance to do that as knock came to the door. We both exchanged glances as if one of us was waiting for the other to grant permission but an awkward silence only fell between us at the end. “Aren’t you going to get that?” I asked him in hushed whispers. His eyes gleamed before looking back as though he was still contemplating on the next action to take. “Whoever is there can wait, you’re more important.” He dismissed. And my face was torn between being painted with a red blush or squeezed into a frown of disapproval. “What if it’s urgent? Alpha duties, remember?” I brought to his notice and he let out a groan of frustration before pulling away from me. “You’re no fun,” he mumbled as he dragged his feet to the door like a toddler whose father had grounded for a week. Although, I desperately wanted to know wh
~Audrina~As I was still contemplating on my decision, Ryan stepped back to grant me an offer.“I’m already aware of everything and I think the right thing to do is apologize for constantly causing a rift in your relationship.”In the past, I would have rolled my eyes, cussed him out and left but the sincerity in his tone didn’t let that happen.“Ryan is apologizing? I didn’t see that one coming.” I muttered, waiting a reaction that would counter his previous words but none came.“Yes, I am because I have realized my mistake.”“To be honest, I haven’t healed ever since the loss of Sarah, I went into drinking and even tried to patronize those strips in clubs but I saw her face everywhere..” he paused, laughing like it wasn’t a serious situation.“It’s crazy and I’m crazy for trying to force you into becoming her.”“It’s no doubt that you hate me but please, save my wife’s life and I’ll leave you alone for good, even compensate for the mental damages and the harassment.” He begged.I fo
~Audrina~While they were still discussing God knows what, I wanted to eavesdrop, but it would be disrespectful, and at the same time, she would think that I didn’t trust her.“You finally did it,” my wolf stated with a hint of celebration laced in her tone.“Did what? I didn’t do anything.” I denied it, and I could already see the look on her face.“Well, you did, whether you fail to recognize it or not.” She countered.“I hope you finally celebrate when you get back to the pack house because you killed more than one bird with a stone.” She praised me so much that I suddenly remembered what I did with James.I prayed that he would find a place to forgive me.“I’ll try.”While we were still discussing, the door opened to reveal her presence, but she didn’t return with Ryan.“Mom, are you sure you are fine?”“Yes, I am, but there’s something you need to know; there’s no need to hide it any longer.”Furrowing my brows, I inquired, “What’s that? You can tell me anything.”There was reluc
My heart thumped in my chest as I walked closer to Ryan's office, every step feeling far stronger than the one before it. I became consumed with an aura of dissatisfaction that tore at me from the inside out. I had to be strong, though. My mom's security hinged on it. I opened the door to Ryan's office and looked around to see if he was there. With a chilly and cynical expression in his eyes, he was seated behind his desk."I'm here," I said, my voice steady despite the nervous flutter in my stomach. "I hope you're ready to fulfill your promise and release my mother."Ryan's gaze flicked up to meet mine, his expression unreadable. "I didn't imprison your mother, Audrina," he said, his voice tinged with annoyance. "But if you want to see her, she's right outside."My heart skipped a beat at his words, relief flooding through me like a tidal wave. Could it be true? Had my mother been here all along, just outside this very door?Without waiting for a response, I hurried over to the door
Fondling my breast, I let out a moan, my body shrinking under his touch.His thumb ran circles around my nipple as his lips moved down my neck and along my collarbone before moving lower.I shivered in delight, my hand sliding along his bare back, my skin burning as he made his way further and further south, kissing and licking my stomach.His hands gripped my hips as he shifted lower, and his mouth covered my most sensitive area."Ohh!"My body tensed, and I let out a long cry, my head thrown back.He continued to lap at me, the tip of his tongue sliding into my entrance."Mmm..." I groaned.He slid his hands along my thighs and gripped them, spreading them wider. He pressed his mouth harder against me, and I bucked my hips, feeling waves of pleasure ripple through me.He lifted his head and slid back up along me, his hand caressing my thigh. He leaned his head down and kissed me, his tongue running along mine.I wrapped my arms around his shoulders and pulled him close, kissing him
~AUDRINA~The ropes burned as I made an ineffective attempt to free myself from their tight grip. However, desperation drove me to persevere, and I eventually gained enough strength to escape. I got to my feet as the ropes came down, my eyes flaming with resolve and rage. Paige and Nicholas looked in surprise as I broke free from my bindings, their faces going pale. The room was silent for a while as we all tried to digest what had just happened.But before anyone could respond, James and Dylan stepped forward, assessing the situation with their weapons drawn one last time.Finally, James shot without thinking, striking Nicholas straight in the chest. He collapsed to the ground, lying still with a shocked expression on his face.When Paige realized what had happened, her eyes grew wide with dread. She took a step back, breathing hard enough to catch her breath. “No…no…no!”Dylan, however, was fast to respond and caught her by the arm before she could get away.James turned to face me,
~AUDRINA~As Paige pulled out her phone to shoot the video, urging the three awful men to speed up, I experienced an upsurge of vomit run over me. "Time isn't on our side; humiliate her!" She shouted. "Owww, I just had the perfect shot." "Go on!" The understanding of their intentions smacked me like millions of rocks, and I struggled against my chains, despair gnashing at my chest. "Stop!" I yelled out, my voice swaying from fear and anger. "Leave me alone!"They reached out for me with envious, grabbing fingers, but they ignored my cries. I struggled and wriggled against their grip, but to no avail. I had no way to protect myself from their disgusting whims and was totally at their mercy. It was like a flurry of wrath rising inside of me as their hands tore at my outfits, robbing me of my feelings of worth and pride. I mean, how dare they treat me this way? How dare they treat me like this, so inhumane?Tears of annoyance and shame clouded my vision, but through them, I saw Paige gri
~AUDRINA~If there was someone who could definitely get a reoccurring award for foolishness, it would be me. How could I have been so gullible? Those stories that she told me—how wasn’t I sure that they were nothing but lies, just so she could delude me into thinking that she was on my side?Oh, Audrina! How much I wanted to smack my head against the wall and wished that I had powers that could make my screams very dangerous, Paige, and that useless ex-boyfriend of mine would have been eliminated a long time ago.None of this made sense to me, but I decided to trust the process. It was hard to see if she had truly changed, but, I guess, a leopard hardly changes its spot.Or perhaps she had cast a spell on me that made me so stupid to have been so loose. I wondered what the guards who had been kept in charge of me would be going through in the hands of James, who was probably paranoid over his missing mate.I should have listened to him, though. Now, look at where my stubbornness has l
~AUDRINA~“By the way, my next confession might actually wreck you.” She gave me a heads-up.“There’s more?”“A whole lot, but I don’t have time to share,” she revealed.“My father is not yours either.”Wait what?! Everything was so complicated right now, and it felt like she was twisting the truth at this point.George, the man I had always known as my father, wasn't actually my father. It felt like the ground had been pulled out from under me, leaving me reeling with confusion and disbelief."But...how is that possible?" I asked, my voice trembling with emotion. "I've always been told that George was my father. How could he not be?"Paige sighed, her expression sympathetic. "I'm sorry, Audrina. I know this is a lot to take in. But the truth is, George wasn't your biological father. Your real father...he died before you were born."The words hit me like a punch to the gut, the reality of the situation sinking in with a sickening thud. My entire life had been built on a lie, a facade
~Audrina~Who was this lady, and why did she even want to help me? Nobody who had offered me help before ever did it out of pure intentions, so I was reluctant to accept.At the same time, I wanted to see the face of the maid before I was bold enough to accept such a risk. For all I knew, it could be someone else sent from one of my enemies to hunt me completely.“And why do you think I would accept help from a stranger? Do you think I’m that desperate?”Her eyes roamed around fearfully, and she whispered, “Please keep your voice down. The guards might hear.”“Let them hear; I don’t care.”“I don’t trust anyone at this point, so go away.” I wasn’t sure why I was refusing her, but something just didn’t sit right with me.“So you would rather rot here than save mom?” As her voice softened up, it was almost like my mother, and I became more curious to know her identity.“Now who the heck are you? Speak, or else I’ll alert the guards.” I threatened her.Slowly, she removed her mask, and t