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Chapter 14— I tried defending you
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Bound By The Shackles Of Fate Chapter 15— Didn't have much of a choice
~ARIA~For a split second, I almost told him the truth. I almost blurted it out, desperate for him to understand, to see why this was impossible. But then I remembered who I was talking to—Kael, the cold, unyielding Alpha who wouldn’t hesitate to use my weakness against me.So I swallowed my fear and forced myself to look him in the eye. “No,” I lied, my voice barely more than a whisper. “There’s nothing.”He stared at me for a moment, his gaze intense and searching, as if he could see right through me. I held my breath, praying he wouldn’t push any further. But finally, he seemed to accept my answer. “Fine,” he said, his tone colder than ever. “Get a good night’s rest, Aria. You’ll need it.” He turned and left without another word, leaving me alone with my heart pounding uncontrollably.As soon as he was gone, I sank onto the edge of the bed, my mind racing. What was I supposed to do? How could I possibly fight without my wolf?For a brief, desperate moment, I thought of Luca. Despi
Huling Na-update : 2024-11-08Bound By The Shackles Of Fate Chapter 16— You should trust your own judgement
~ARIA~I spun around, heart racing, as a woman entered the arena—a woman who looked strikingly like Kael. She was tall, her posture regal, exuding an air of elegance and power. Her tailored suit spoke of wealth, but it was the way she commanded the space with a mere glance that made everyone fall silent. Recognition dawned. During the house tour, Lena had shown me a portrait of a woman in one of the grand halls, a woman with the same intensity in her eyes. Although I hadn’t learned her name then, it was clear who she was now. Kael’s face shifted as he looked at her. His usual cold, hard expression softened, his eyes filling with an unfamiliar warmth.“Mother,” he said, his voice low and reverent.She held up a hand, and he instantly fell silent, his gaze on the floor like a child caught in wrongdoing. I couldn’t believe it. Kael, the ruthless Alpha, stood there as if her disapproval had stripped away all his power. He looked vulnerable, almost humbled. And the way he obeyed her comm
Huling Na-update : 2024-11-09Bound By The Shackles Of Fate Chapter 17— I'll deal with Aria
“It is canceled” he said and I couldn't help but exhale. A wave of relief washed over me, so intense I nearly sank to my knees. I met Nessa’s furious stare, her eyes blazing with hatred, but I didn’t care. Lady Seraphine had saved me, and the sharp glare Nessa shot my way was nothing compared to the safety I felt with Lady Seraphine’s protection.Lady Seraphine gave him a small nod, his response, before she looked back at me, she seemed like she wanted to say something but she stopped herself.She then turned to Kael, her tone firm. “Come. We have much to discuss. It seems some in the pack are intent on undermining any progress we have made.” Her eyes lingered on Elder Thorne, a final warning etched in her gaze.Kael nodded, falling into step beside her, though he cast one last lingering look at me. I couldn’t quite read his expression—there was regret there, maybe even a touch of something else—but it left a strange ache in my chest as I watched him follow her. The crowd erupted i
Huling Na-update : 2024-11-09Bound By The Shackles Of Fate Chapter 18— Summoned
~Aria~I stared at the ceiling, lost in the silence of my room. The pale white patterns blurred into nothingness, just like the thoughts racing through my mind. Last night still haunted me. I had stumbled upon Lady Seraphine when I was having a late night chat with Lena, her cold eyes locking onto mine like she knew every secret I was trying to hide. And now, she has summoned me. The word alone made my stomach churn. What did she want? Did she know? My hands trembled just thinking about it. I sat up, the room spinning slightly. I had barely eaten, barely slept, yet I felt too heavy to move. My phone lay untouched on the nightstand. Social media had been my escape, but now I couldn’t bear to open it. I forced myself to swing my legs over the edge of the bed. The floor was cold under my feet. Standing up made me feel even weaker. One step at a time, I told myself. Wobbling slightly, I made my way to the bathroom. The mirror didn’t lie. My reflection showed a girl I barely recognized
Huling Na-update : 2024-11-23Bound By The Shackles Of Fate Chapter 19— Welcome to the family
~ARIA~"I… understand," I said, my voice barely above a whisper. They had to know. There was no other reason I would be here. This was it—my secret was finally out. "I’ll explain everything," I blurted out, the words tumbling out before I could stop them. My hands trembled as I clutched the edge of the table.Lady Seraphine’s eyebrows lifted slightly, a flicker of surprise crossing her cold, composed face. It vanished as quickly as it appeared. Her smile tightened, sharp and unreadable. "Smart girl," she said, her voice calm but cutting. “So you're already aware of what this lunch is about. Tell me about yourself" I blinked, confusion swirling inside me. "What…?" My voice faltered, my mind racing. She leaned back, her eyes never leaving mine. "This is just lunch, Aria. A family meal." Her tone was almost gentle, but the intensity in her gaze pinned me in place. "I wanted to learn more about you. After all, you’re part of our family now." Family? The word echoed in my mind, leav
Huling Na-update : 2024-11-23Bound By The Shackles Of Fate Chapter 20 —Something has happened to me
~ARIA~ Damon was about to say something when his phone rang. He looked at his phone and switched it off. I waited patiently for him to answer my question. The hum of the car engine filled the heavy silence between Damon and me. Shadows from the passing trees flickered across his impassive face as he drove. I could feel the tension radiating off him. It was clear he wasn’t just a driver—his entire demeanor screamed vigilance, like he was always on edge, always watching. “You started to say something earlier,” I ventured, my voice breaking the quiet. “About secrets. What did you mean?” Damon’s hands tightened briefly on the wheel. “I said too much already,” he replied curtly, his eyes fixed on the road ahead. I leaned back in my seat, crossing my arms. “Well, you can’t just drop something cryptic like that and expect me to forget about it.” His jaw tightened, the only sign of his annoyance. “Sometimes it’s better not to know everything.” “That sounds like something someone
Huling Na-update : 2024-12-06Bound By The Shackles Of Fate Chapter 21— What's happening to me?
Every word I had exchanged with Eliara was sharper than anything I’d ever said before. This wasn’t like me—not the me I knew. The old Aria would have taken her insults quietly, lowering her head and walking away.I clenched my fists as I stood in the empty sitting room, my mind racing.My legs felt unsteady, and I turned, ready to leave the room. I needed to get away, to think. But as I hurried toward the hallway, I nearly stumbled. “Careful.” Damon’s steady hands caught me before I hit the floor. I froze, feeling his grip on my arms as he straightened me. “I’m fine,” I muttered, brushing him off and avoiding his gaze. His dark eyes lingered on me for a moment, like he was searching for something. But I didn’t give him a chance to ask whatever question was hanging on the tip of his tongue. I turned and walked briskly to my room, my heart pounding with every step.Once inside, I closed the door behind me and leaned against it, letting out a shaky breath. I moved toward the mirr
Huling Na-update : 2024-12-07Bound By The Shackles Of Fate Chapter 22- I would like to go back to Nightshade pack
~KAEL~My heart skipped a beat, a sudden tightening in my chest.I swung my legs over the edge of the bed, ready to stand, but Eliara’s hand shot out, pressing against my chest. “Kael, wait,” she said, her voice a soft purr, trying to hold me back.I looked at her, the disdain burned so hot inside me, I was surprised she didn’t feel it scald her skin. My wolf clawed at me, urging me to shake her off, to get away from her touch.I opened my mouth to say something—anything—but the words withered on my tongue. Her hands slid off me as if she sensed the shift. But then her lips twisted into a smirk. “You’re leaving because of her?” she asked, venom coating each word.Eliara stood, crossing her arms over her chest. “You’re pathetic,” she sneered. “Running after a weak girl like her.”I paused at first. Slowly, I turned to her, my eyes cold. “Get out.”Her smirk vanished. “Kael—”“I said get out.” My voice was low, but the threat in it was clear. She huffed, muttering under her breath an
Huling Na-update : 2024-12-08
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Bound By The Shackles Of Fate Chapter 39— Can I touch you?
I pulled away from Kael, my heart still pounding from the closeness, my body aching for him to pull me back. But I needed answers. I lifted my eyes to his, waiting for him to say something, anything that could explain why he had stayed away. I needed him to be honest with me, to not hold anything back.Kael’s gaze softened for a moment, but he didn’t answer. Instead, he shifted slightly, as if uncertain about how to proceed. I could see the struggle in his eyes, the way his jaw tightened like he was trying to hold something back.I couldn’t wait any longer. I reached out, taking his hands in mine, and gently pulled him toward me. Without a word, I led him to the edge of my bed, sitting down with him beside me, still holding his hands. I had no idea where the boldness came from, but at that moment, I didn’t feel afraid. This was the Kael who had held me close, the one who had kissed me with the softness of someone who truly cared. He cleared his throat, breaking the silence, and my
Bound By The Shackles Of Fate Chapter 38— Why didn't you reach out to me?
~ARIA~“I need to apologize to you" Damon said. I stood up quickly, holding my hand up to stop him. “No, Damon, it’s not your fault.But Damon didn’t seem convinced. He shifted uncomfortably.“It’s not your fault, Damon,” I repeated. “Yesterday was... one of the best days of my life. I mean it.” Damon stiffened, his eyes avoiding mine, and before I could say anything more, he bowed. He turned and left the room. I couldn’t help but feel that the bond we had started forming was now broken.~The following weeks felt like a blur. My days were spent in a routine, waking up, getting ready, sometimes cooking, sometimes talking to Lena or the other maids. Lady Seraphine and I had become closer, due to the constant calls. It felt good to have an older friend. But Damon… He was distant, avoiding eye contact, keeping conversations short and professional. It was like we were back to where we started, where I was nothing more than Kael’s mate and he was just the stoic Beta.And yet, every time
Bound By The Shackles Of Fate Chapter 37— Don't you miss me?
~ARIA~ I stared at my phone screen, feeling my hands tremble as I scrolled through the comments. I let out a soft sob, wiping my eyes with the back of my hand, but it didn’t help. The tears kept coming, unstoppable.I cried for some minute but what felt like hours. There was a knock on my door. I heard Lena’s voice calling from the other side, soft and gentle, but I couldn’t bring myself to respond. I was tired of the constant pity. She didn’t say anything else, but I could tell she was still there, waiting for me to change my mind. But I didn’t. Instead, I picked up my phone again, scrolling through the endless stream of comments. Then my phone rang. I glanced at the screen, and saw that it was an unknown number. I frowned, wondering who it could be but I didn't pick up. It rang again, and I almost didn’t pick up. But something told me I should. Maybe it was Luca, maybe he wanted to check on me. I didn’t want to talk to him either, but I didn’t have the energy to ignore it anym
Bound By The Shackles Of Fate Chapter 36— #daria
~DAMON~ I couldn’t stop the smile from creeping across my face as I left Aria. The guards were keeping watch as usual, and I quickly gave them some instructions to ensure everything was in order. I trusted them to handle things, but there was always a part of me that remained vigilant. I entered into my car and drove away from Kael’s estate. The day had been... well, unexpected. I’d figured Aria might enjoy a change of pace, something simple to distract her from everything that had happened recently. But I hadn’t anticipated just how much fun it would be. Watching her interact with the kids at the orphanage, seeing the way she effortlessly connected with them, was a sight to see. She had a kind of warmth about her that radiated. It was easy to see why they took to her so quickly. And Dahlia—seeing her bond with Aria had been its own thing. The way Dahlia’s face lit up when Aria spoke to her. I had to admit it: Aria would make a fantastic mother someday. I shook my head as if tryin
Bound By The Shackles Of Fate Chapter 35— Trouble in Paradise
~ARIA~Just as we were about to leave, I turned to Damon “Hey, before we head out, do you think I should change my outfit?” I said, glancing down at my clothes.Damon raised an eyebrow at me, “You look just fine, Aria. No need to change" The way he said my name tickled me and I almost smiled before I caught myself. What the fuck! Focus Aria.I blinked hard, “But..""No buts" Damon interrupted gently. "You look good and more importantly you look comfortable.”“Okay, okay, I guess you're right.” I raised my hands as a way to surrender.Damon nodded, “You're perfect just the way you are."I paused. I wasn't expecting those words from Damon. I was about to say something but then he started moving towards the door. I followed him without saying another word. He led me outside to one of the cars. He opened the back door for me, and I smiled, thanking him. But then, to my surprise, I reached for the front seat instead.Damon’s voice floated in my ears. "You're not supposed to sit in the fr
Bound By The Shackles Of Fate Chapter 34— An Alpha without a Luna is incomplete
~KAEL~ I couldn't stop thinking in my room in Red Haven Pack, with so much frustration. Ever since my father’s death and I became Alpha of Silver Moon Pack, my mother had stopped living there. Instead, she traveled the world seeking distractions from grief, popping in occasionally to offer advice—or more often, to pester me about settling down and taking a Luna. “Kael, it’s time for a strong she-wolf by your side,” she’d say. “An Alpha without a Luna is incomplete.” Her visits were rare, and I’d tolerated her constant absence. But now, she was collapsing from stress, worn out by her relentless tourism. She wasn’t young anymore. Traveling like she was still a youthful wolf wasn’t good for her health. I had to convince her to stay in Silver Moon Pack. It wouldn't be easy, but I needed to convince her that home was where she belonged, not gallivanting across borders. No more unnecessary trips. I rubbed my temples, considering how to approach it. The sharp ring of my phone c
Bound By The Shackles Of Fate Chapter 33— I'm moving into Kael's mansion
~ARIA~ I guess I would have to apologize later to Damon for my overreaction. I went into my room. I did my simple skincare routine. I stood by the mirror, debating if makeup was necessary. My pale skin still showed hints of redness from the heated exchange with Damon earlier, and my lips were slightly swollen from biting them in frustration. “No makeup today" I muttered. Then I stood in front of my closet and decided to keep things simple. I chose a comfortable outfit: a fitted white t-shirt tucked into a pair of high waisted jeans. I paired it with simple sandals and pulled my hair into a loose ponytail, a few stray strands framing my face. Light makeup was still tempting, but I shook my head and decided against it. Satisfied, I took a deep breath before stepping out of my room. My footsteps echoed softly as I made my way to the dining room. But instead of heading straight to the dining room, an idea sparked in my mind—I’d cook something since Kael wasn't around. Back in N
Bound By The Shackles Of Fate Chapter 32— Aria, I'll be back
~ARIA~ The soft morning light filtered through the curtains, and I blinked against the brightness. My head throbbed slightly as memories of the previous night came rushing down to my mind. Luca’s stupid face and words, Kael’s interference, the near kiss we almost shared—it all played on a loop in my mind. Then came Damon’s sudden interruption, his voice carrying the devastating news about Kael’s mother, Lady Seraphine, collapsing. The tension in Kael's face visible at first but it suddenly became cold as he left without another word. Damon had spoken to the ball hosts last night, apologizing and explaining that something urgent had come up. The tension between us all was thick as we left, and no one spoke a word during the ride back. My head swirled with different emotions. I kept sneaking glances at Kael, but his face remained cold, as though he felt nothing. I hated that about him—how easily he shut off his emotions, while mine were a storm I couldn’t control. When we arrive
Bound By The Shackles Of Fate Chapter 31— Don't tell me you're jealous
~ARIA~ He was standing there smiling, his lips curving in that familiar way. “You haven't stopped being pathetic Aria. Immediately you saw Kael with Eliara, you ran out. You just realized that you didn't stand a chance” Luca said with that same stupid smile plastered on his stupid face. “What are you doing here?” I asked with visible annoyance. He smirked, his gaze sweeping over me. “I could ask you the same thing again. But I won’t because you look...” He paused, his eyes lingering for a moment. “Beautiful.” My heart betrayed me, fluttering at his words. But I quickly pushed the feeling away. I wasn’t going to let him affect me. Not after everything. I folded my arms and frowned at him. “Save your compliments for someone who cares," I shot back. "Flattery won’t work on me, Luca.” “Oh, I think it does,” he said with a confident grin, stepping closer. “You can deny it all you want, Aria, but I know you’re still in love with me and you know what? The feeling is mutual.”
