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Chapter 8— I don't need your protection
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Bound By The Shackles Of Fate Chapter 9—Aria's leaving with him
~LUCA~ The sound of her voice irritates me. I took a slow breath, willing myself to calm down, but the anger only built up inside me. When I finally swung the door open, I fixed her with a cold, disdainful glare. “From now on, you don’t call me by my name,” I said, each word laced with venom. “It’s Alpha Luca to you. Got that?” Indie’s eyes narrowed, but she managed a smug smile, as if my words didn’t faze her. “Fine. Alpha Luca,” she replied, her tone laced with mockery. The nerve of her. Standing there with that look on her face, as if she hadn’t ruined everything. I barely held back the urge to shove her back out the door. “What do you want?” I asked sharply. Her eyes flickered with something like satisfaction. “My father’s men saw them,” she said, her voice level but laced with a hint of triumph. “Kael’s suitcases are being loaded into the car. They’re leaving, Luca.” She paused, letting her words sink in. “Aria’s leaving with him.” My stomach twisted, a sharp pain drivin
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~ARIA~Kael barked, his voice breaking through my thoughts. I snapped my gaze to him, surprised by his tone. “I was just…” My voice trailed. “Let’s move,” he interrupted, his impatience evident. Kael walked ahead, and I followed closely behind. I pushed behind all thoughts of escaping. There was no way I could escape now. As we stepped outside, the bright light hit my face like a slap. I squinted against the light and tried to focus on what lay ahead. I noticed Damon already in one of the convoy of cars, watching us with a neutral expression. He gave Kael a brief nod before turning away, ready to lead the way out.Kael’s eyes darted to the convoy, then back to his phone as it buzzed in his hand. With a slight frown, he answered it, his voice turning gruff as he spoke. I could tell it was something urgent, though he didn’t share any details.The call seemed to delay us, and I took the opportunity to glance around, gathering myself, reminding myself that I would survive this, no mat
Last Updated : 2024-11-04Bound By The Shackles Of Fate Chapter 11—Anna, isn't it?
~ARIA~Luca’s hurt expression was like a punch to my chest, making me realize something painful and undeniable—I was still in love with him. Even after everything, even after he betrayed me with Indie, I couldn’t shake him from my heart. I was about to deny Kael’s outrageous claim—that we had slept together—when Kael grabbed my arm and yanked me toward the car, pulling me away before I could say a single word.“Let me go!” I hissed, struggling against his grip, but Kael didn’t even glance my way. He shoved me into the back seat, his jaw set and unyielding as he climbed in beside me. I looked back, catching one last glimpse of Luca standing there, frozen, a look of utter disbelief on his face. People were gathering around, whispering and recording everything with their phones, and I knew this would be all over the internet soon. But that was the least of my worries.The car started moving, speeding away from the penthouse, and my stomach twisted in anger and regret. I wanted to scream,
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~ARIA~Eliara's eyes glinted with a deliberate mischief as she called me “Anna,” but I could see through her little game. She knew exactly who I was; her smug expression made that clear. She wanted to see if I’d take the bait, get flustered, or show some sign of feeling intimidated. Well, I wasn’t about to give her that satisfaction.Instead, I forced a cool, polite smile and looked her straight in the eyes. “It’s actually Aria. Nice to meet you, Erica,” I replied smoothly, watching her face stiffen just slightly. It wasn’t much, but it was enough to know I’d gotten under her skin, if only a little. Two could play this game, and I wasn’t about to let her intimidate me. “It’s Eliara,” she corrected. I pretended to think about it, as if her name wasn’t worth the effort of remembering. “Oh, right, Ella. My mistake.”For a brief second, our gazes clashed, a silent battle in which neither of us wanted to look away first. But then, just as I thought we’d continue glaring at each other, Ka
Last Updated : 2024-11-07Bound By The Shackles Of Fate Chapter 13— She needs to prove her worth
~ARIA~“Thank you, Elena,” I said, purposely using the wrong name again. “I’ll keep that in mind.”For a moment, her mask slipped, and I saw something raw and sharp flash in her eyes. It was clear she wasn’t used to being challenged, especially by someone she thought was beneath her.Without another word, she turned on her heel and left, her footsteps echoing down the hallway. Lena let out a quiet sigh of relief once she was gone, her shoulders relaxing.“Thank you, Lena,” I said, grateful for her presence. “I think I’ll be fine on my own now.”Lena nodded, giving me a small smile before she excused herself. Finally alone, I allowed myself a moment to breathe, absorbing everything that had happened.I stared out the window, watching as the mist settled over the forest. I could feel the weight of this place pressing down on me, and for a moment, I wondered if I’d ever be able to fit into a world as twisted and intense as Kael’s. But then, a quiet resolve filled me. I wasn’t here to fit
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~KAEL~“She doesn’t need to prove anything to anyone,” I argued firmly, my voice echoing through the room. “The gods chose her, and that’s enough.”But Elder Thorne raised a hand, silencing the murmurs. “Alpha Kael, the role of Luna is not just about standing by your side. It’s a symbol of strength. Your mate must show the pack that she has the will to fight for her place. They doubt her because she appears… fragile.” He paused, his gaze steady. “This challenge is a tradition, though one we have avoided in recent years. However, in this case, it may be necessary.”I clenched my jaw, the thought of putting Aria in any form of trial already unsettling me. “This isn’t just some tradition we can pick up at our convenience,” I responded sharply. “She may not look the way you want her to, but that doesn’t make her any less worthy.”Elder Bran, undeterred, leaned forward. “Alpha, this will not be a fight to the death or even to victory. She only has to prove that she can hold her ground. She
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~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
Last Updated : 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
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Bound By The Shackles Of Fate Chapter 28— It's just the mate bond
~ARIA~The kiss was fierce, possessive but passionate. His mouth moved against mine with a desperate intensity that stole my breath. His fingers slid to the small of my back, pulling me closer until there was no space left between us. The heat of his body seeped into mine, burning away my resistance.My heart pounded wildly and my lips refused to respond. His lips were relentless, coaxing and claiming, as if he was trying to erase every doubt, every fear. A soft moan escaped me, and he seized it, deepening the kiss. I kissed him back before I realized what I was doing.A warmth I hadn’t known in so long spread through me, washing over the cracks in my heart. His grip tightened, his fingers pressing into my skin like he was afraid I’d disappear.But then reality crashed down on me.What am I doing?I quickly pushed Kael, my breath coming in ragged gasps. The way I was breathing,it was as if I had engaged in a marathon. My lips burned, tingling with the ghost of his kiss. Kael’s eyes b
Bound By The Shackles Of Fate Chapter 27— I kissed him back
~ARIA~I turned and left Kael’s chambers without a word. My heart pounded painfully against my ribs. The moment I stepped into the hallway, the cold air brushed against my skin, but it did nothing to ease the tension I was feeling.As I walked, I saw Eliara leaning casually against the wall, her arms crossed. Her golden hair gleamed under the sunlight streaming in from the tall windows. Why was she always around whenever I feel frustrated? She looked me up and down, her eyes gleaming with disdain.“Well, look who finally crawled out of the dungeon,” she sneered. “Did Kael finally get bored of punishing you, or did you beg for mercy?”How did she know? Did Kael tell her?I clenched my fists, but I didn’t have the energy to argue. My whole body ached, and my soul felt bruised. I decided to ignore her and kept walking, my eyes fixed straight ahead. Eliara’s laughter followed me, mocking and cold. “Silent treatment? Oh, Aria, you’re even more pathetic than I thought.”I wanted to snap ba
Bound By The Shackles Of Fate Chapter 26— Luca will be there
ARIA~The sound of keys jingling woke me up. I rubbed my eyes, trying to shake off the exhaustion. Damon stood at the door, his face calm as always."Kael says you can come out now," he said quietly.I nodded and stood up, my legs shaky from the cold, hard bed. Damon’s eyes softened just a little."For your own good, try not to make Kael angrier," he said. "It’ll only make things worse. And… watch what you say."I knew Damon didn’t talk much, so those words meant he was trying to help me. I swallowed hard and followed him out of the small, stone room. The door closed behind me with a heavy thud, and I took a deep breath, trying to calm my nerves.We walked back through the garden, gravel crunching under our feet. The sun was up now. We entered Kael’s mansion through the back door to avoid anyone seeing me like this. My cheeks burned with shame, but I kept my head high.Damon led me straight to Kael’s chambers. We stopped in his private guest room, which was beautiful and full of expen
Bound By The Shackles Of Fate Chapter 25—Did Lena betray me?
~ARIA~“I asked you a question" The voice became clearer this time. Relief hit me like a wave. It was Damon. My knees nearly gave out, my heart pounding so loud I could barely think. Damon’s expression was unreadable, his dark eyes giving away nothing. For a moment, hope flickered in my chest. Maybe he’d let me go.“Please,” I whispered, my voice trembling. “Let me go. I can’t stay here. You know what he’s like.”His eyes met mine, cold and detached. He didn’t look angry or sympathetic — just indifferent. It was like he couldn’t care less about what I was doing or why. He didn’t move or say a word.“Damon, please,” I choked out. “I just want to be free.”But before he could answer, a shadow moved behind him. Kael. His eyes burned with a fury so intense, I felt like it might consume me. My stomach dropped, and I started sweating.I wanted to run, but my feet refused to move. Running would only make things worse, and besides, I wasn’t fast enough to outrun the both of them. I was trapp
Bound By The Shackles Of Fate Chapter 24—I'll be back for the wedding
~ARIA~ I closed the door to my room and leaned against it, letting out a shaky breath. I walked to my bed and sat down, my hands clenching the sheets. Escaping wasn’t going to be easy. Kael's estate was more like a prison. Guards patrolled every inch of the grounds, and cameras watched everything. But I was willing to risk it all. I took out a small notepad and started making a list. The first step was to stay calm and not draw attention to myself. The second was to get as much cash as I could. The money Kael had given me as an allowance was enough for me to survive for a while. The third step — the most important one — was to meet Lena tonight. She was the only person I trusted here. Once I got out, I’d call Luca. He would pick me up the next morning. I can even book a cheap hotel for a night to stay off Kael’s radar. After making the call, I’d switch off my phone so Kael couldn’t track me. A soft knock at the door startled me. “Aria?” came Lena’s whispered voice. Rel
Bound By The Shackles Of Fate Chapter 23— Running again?
~ARIA~I waited for Kael to say something, anything, my body tense and my heart pounding. But the silence dragged on. I opened my eyes, expecting anger or argument. Instead, he was smiling.But it wasn’t the kind of smile that brought comfort. It was dark, almost cruel. My stomach twisted in disbelief.“Did you hear me?” I asked, my voice wavering.His smile widened slightly, his eyes gleaming with something I couldn’t name. “I heard you the first time,” he said, his voice low and cold. “You’re delusional if you think I’d let you go back to Luca’s pack.”My lips parted, shock freezing me in place. He patted my head like I was a stupid child, and my hands clenched into fists. “When you’ve calmed down, you’ll realize how ridiculous you sound,” he said softly. And just like that, he turned and walked away, his footsteps fading into the distance.I stared at the closed door, anger bubbling under my skin. How dare he dismiss my decision like that? I meant what I said. I’d rather go back
Bound 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
Bound 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
Bound 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
