Alex POVWalking to my office, I can't stop the annoyance slowly creeping in me. Whoever the visitor is, I will have to remind him to choose when to visit. Thanks to his interruption, my make out session with my mate was interrupted. It's a miracle that I got her in the mood only to have someone interrupt us. I swear if this person isn't important, he is going to pay dearly.The moment I reach my office, the door swings open. The person sitting on the couch doesn't even bother to look at me.I walk and take my seat next to him and is surprised to see that the person is Kaiser, my mate's brother." To what do I owe this visit?" I asked, trying to be civil and concealing my annoyance.The man before me is my mate's only brother and although I am the Lycan King, I can't treat him like a regular person. After all, he is my brother-in-law." You don't look so happy to see me." The guy commented, a mischievous smile on his face." Did I interrupt something?" He added and I almost glared at
After a long shower, I dried myself and headed out of the bathroom.It was still morning, but the heat was already oppressive. I wiped the sweat away with the towel, opened the window, and let the air-conditioning flow inside. It was quiet, just like it had been yesterday.A loud knocking on the door interrupted the silence. Before I could usher the person in, the door was pushed open and Valeria sauntered in. "Good morning," she said.She was wearing a black tube top and denim hot pants. The clothes left most of her pale skin exposed, and her now red dyed hair was tied up to show off her slim, beautiful neck. I was still naked after the shower, so I grabbed a towel to cover myself.Valeria didn't bother hiding the fact that she was staring at my naked body, though. She sat down on the edge of the bed and said, " You have such a hot body." She shamelessly declared making me blush." I bet Alex won't be able to resist this for long."She added and I rolled my eyes at her." Anyway, why
" Outsiders get to be told that and I don't? I am your mate Linda!" Alex complained and I fought the urge to roll my eyes at him. I can't believe he would make a big deal out of it. Besides, didn't I just explain to him that professor Julio is like a father to me? So why is he making a big deal out of it? It's only natural that I adore the man." He is not an outsider. He is an important person in my life." I argued, glaring at the Lycan King." Alright, I don't want to argue with you . I came to take you out. " Alex said, his eyes glinting with a hint of mischief. I couldn't help the smile that crossed my face." Where?" I asked." It's a surprise." Alex said, reaching for my hand and pulling me to stand.A surprise? What kind of surprise? I wondered Inwardly but didn't bother asking More.Alex pulled me through the mansion and then out into the garden. We walked past the beautiful garden until we reached the back of the house. Looking ahead, I saw the words " clinic" written boldl
" Can I kiss you , Linda?"Alex's question left me dumbfounded. What was I supposed to say? Should I say yes or just refuse his advances?My heart picked its pace and I could feel its thunderous beating. It was deafening in my ears. My breathing was shallow.I looked at him, sitting next to me. His black eyes were looking straight into mine. He had an anticipatory look on his face , as if he'd be over the moon if I said yes. But that was a fleeting emotion, which was soon replaced by the look of dread. The dread of rejection.I nodded my head and a smile graced his face." Just a kiss." I warned him and he smirked." Just a kiss," he promised.I closed my eyes and felt the soft touch of his lips on mine. It was so soft and gentle, like the first rays of sunlight touching a winter's day.The kiss was innocent. Our lips barely touched. It was not a hungry kiss. But it was filled with emotions.I felt his love and admiration for me. The warmth and happiness of the moment.It was a perfec
The day went on well. Although there weren't many patients, I had fun attending the few who came around.Soon enough it was lunch time. The door to my office was knocked and Alex stepped inside with a basket at hand." I told you I'll come over." He said with a smile and I rolled my eyes at him." I thought I told you not to tire yourself?" I replied. It's not that I didn't want to have lunch with him, it's just that he said it himself, he was busy with the Kingdom's affairs. I didn't want to be the one to distract him." If coming to you is tiring, then I want to get tired all the days of my life." Alex replied seriously.I blushed at his words." Who would have thought the most feared Lycan could spew such cheesy lines." I countered." Only when I'm with the person I love."Alex replied and I blushed further." Let's have lunch." Alex said, placing the basket down. He then proceeded to take out food for both of us.We ate in a comfortable silence, only breaking it when Alex asked a q
Laying on my bed, I can't help but wonder why Linda reacted the way she did when I told her about the Lycans disappearance and the werewolves' suspicion on the matter.I don't think I said something inappropriate for her to react so oddly. Then again, it didn't seem like she was angry. Rather, she looked scared, as if something terrible was going to happen.I can't help but think if her reaction has something to do with what Kaiser said that day.As much as I wanted to ask her about the nightmares, I can't do that. I would love it if she told me herself. In the past few days, we have been making progress on our relationship. Hopefully soon enough, we will be close enough for her to open up about herself.Sighing, I stand up and walk towards my room's balcony, where a gentle night breeze is blowing in. Closing my eyes, I feel the cold wind hitting my face and blowing through my hair.My mind travels to the events of the meeting with the council.The elders seemed very determined to bla
Today, I woke up early in the morning and prepared myself. I didn't want to run around like a lost cat and end up being late to the clinic.Although the clinic belongs to this pack and no one would ask me why I am running late, my work ethic always keeps me on my toes. Whether it's back in the city among the humans or here in this kingdom. After taking everything I needed for today, I strutted to the door. I was about to open the door when it was pushed open, revealing Fiona who had another shopping bag at hand." Don't tell me you bought me another lab coat?" I asked, rolling my eyes at her." You sure lack manners, my Queen. " She stated with a plain face." Oh yeah? Why would you say that? " I cocked my brows at her and she smirked." At least a simple good morning wouldn't kill you or will it?" She replied. I rolled my eyes at her." Good morning Miss Fiona? What can I do for you so early in the morning?" I asked, making sure to remind her that it was still early in the morning
After I finished taking a shower, I dried myself and secured a bathrobe around my body. With a towel drying my hair, I stepped out of the shower only to find Fiona settled on my bed."What?""You didn't forget about our promise, did you?" She sat in the middle of my bed and tapped the mattress. "Sit here. I'll do your hair." She offered." What promise? " I asked, not sure if we were thinking about the same thing." What we talked about in the morning." She replied and I shook my head." I didn't. " I replied. How could I forget? I practically spent the day pondering about the conversation we had this morning." That's good. 'I sat on the spot she tapped on, and Fiona began combing through my hair with her fingers."How do you want your hair? Braids?""I usually just tie it back into a ponytail. That's all." I replied. I don't usually struggle styling my hair. A simple ponytail and sometimes a bun does the trick." Today is a special day for you Linda." Fiona said, a serious look on
Crawling to her, I shifted back to my human form. Clutching her into my arms, I watched as she took her last breath. Turning to look at Alex, he was slowly drawing closer to the claws of death. Letting out a loud growl, something snapped inside me and I felt a sudden rush of adrenaline rushing through me as something crawled under my skin. It was sweet, dark, eerie and sadistic.A sense of dread overtook me as a new power surged in my veins, burning and searing my flesh as it rushed to the surface. A shining beam of light surrounded me as I felt a strange coldness settling deep in the marrows of my bones then I exploded, letting everything go. The ground underneath me started to quake, the air inside the four walls turned thick, my skin felt as if it was on fire, but instead of burning me it felt like it was peeling off.Groans and grunts filled the room, a sudden tsunami surrounding me, lifting me up and driving in circles. Beams of pure light hit the enemy, a single blow sendin
The more Lucian ranted the more I pitied him. Pathetic right? But as a child, he didn't deserve to be treated that way. Just like he said, I was raised in wealth but what more was I offered. Just like him, I was a caged bird, caged by the walls and rules of the kingdom yet what I went through as a child didn't influence what I am now. " That's no excuse to harm innocent people. " I started calmly.I could feel my body burning, no, scorching would be the perfect explanation. The heat was so much that I just wanted to claw at my skin. " Innocent people? " Lucian sneered. " How innocent could they be? Thanks to those so-called innocent people, I was branded dangerous, a traitor. And that stupid fortune teller, claiming that I would bring downfall to the whole land. Her useless words added to that pathetic man's hatred towards me and I was kicked away in the middle of the night, just like the dirty secret I was in his hands. Now, I just want to fulfil her words, bring the world under
Linda's povThe fight between Rosabella and I was getting intense. She was like a cornered beast, fighting it's way for freedom.Her attacks were ferocious and unforgiving, not giving me time to breath as she unleashed her full force upon me. One thing I realised, her magic wss weak, meaning her witch side Wasn't that strong. She was relying on her vampire and lycan powers to fight."I don't want to do this Rosabella" I told her as I tried to disarm her without hurting her. "You should have thought about that before you betrayed your people and join that man to cause ruckus. Rosabella sneered. " And you think you are Qualified to tell me what and what not to do? " I shook my head. At this point, she could already tell that she was clearly not strong enough to rival me yet she was insisting on fighting to the death? " Even if you don't care about yourself, at least think about your son. He is young and needs you. He needs a mother to care and love him. " I said in an attempt to c
Alex povWe set off after Linda's mother and I had a little chat.While I was away, I instructed Fiona to take charge of the kingdom and if something happens to me, she would take over as the Next lycan king.As for Linda, she would chose whether to stick around or leave the kingdom and continue with her life.I know she loves her profesion so I did the only thing I thought was good for her, setting her free.With me gone, i don't think she will be comfortable living with the lycans. Not like my people won't accept her, it's just that staying back would only give her pain." We still need you, she needs you. " Leo mindlinked me as we approached the prison where the battle would be held.I smiled, albeit bitterlyI didn't want this for myself, for my kingdom and most especially for my mate but some things are inevitable.This battle will only end with my death.I nodded at him.Leo looked away. I could see the pain in his eyes yet he remained strong." Change of plans. Your mate will t
Linda's povMorning came and as promised, Aurora sneaked into my prison cell. " Ready? " She asked and I nodded. Muttering a few words, I was freed from the chains making my eyes widen in surprise. " How did you do that? " I asked and she smiled. "The cuffs are something my family created so I can control them, " She replied, shrugging her shoulders. She then casted a spell on herself, looking exactly like me. Looking at her, I could hardly tell the difference, even her scent matched mine. " Go now! You can't waste more time. " She urged me. Nodding, I turned around and left. I found myself Following the path like I knew the place and ended up Aurora's room. Sitting on her bed, I prayed to the goddess to let her see the end of the day. My skin felt dirty from all the days I had stayed without a bath. Stripping, I headed to the bathroom.I washed away the dirt and the grime that had collected itself on my skin.After I finished, I stepped out of the bathroom feeling refresh
Linda's POVShe was right.Whether Alex stayed back at the kingdom or came to this damn forsaken place, a confrontation between them was inevitable. From what I saw about that man, his hatred for Alex ran deep and there's nothing that could stop him from taking his revenge on Alex.It's funny or should I say it's twisted how that man thinks?After being discarded by his father, he blames Alex for his misfortunes?I nodded." Do you have a plan?" I asked, taking x deep breath and embracing the fact that it was time for war.Macbeth grinned, " Now that's More like it."I smiled, amazed at how even her expressions and vigor matched Valeria's." Lucian plans to attack the castle but we will do it Instead. Tomorrow before noon, seduce him, make him let his guard down. We will invade this place, eliminate all the rogues and goddess knows what fate will be served to that bastard because I won't let him breathe past tomorrow." Macbeth said, her words filled with determination." Alright, then
Macbeth povComing here was something that I would probably get a Scolding from my father but at this point, I didn't care. I needed to do this for my sister.For so many years, I had tried to convince my father to bring her back to the deep sea where her family is but he never agreed." She is a witch, Macbeth. She can't survive here. " That would always be his reply.He was right yet every time I heard his answer, I would not help but be angry.Angry that he never found a way to bring her to us.I would sneak occasionally to the dry land and sneak a peek at her yet every time I saw her, I left more heartbroken than the previous time.Her life among the lycans wasn't as bad. She was respected and valued here. Nobody treated her badly. At Least that would comfort me everytime.She had someone who adored her to the moon and back. Sometimes, I even envied her. Her life was fun, nothing like the mundane life I lived under water." Are you even listening to me? " I heard Kaiser's voice as
Looking at the scene unravelling before me made me sick to the stomach. Turns out that the reason that child looked like me was because he was my brother's son, a brother I never knew about." So now, do you still want to deny it? " Macbeth asked and I sucked in cold breath." There's nothing to deny but the fact still remains, I never knew that I had a brother somewhere. " I replied in all honesty." I can't believe this! " Leo murmured, looking all shaken." You really didn't know? " Macbeth pressed but I was getting fed up with her." How many times must I say that I never knew!? " I raised my voice as I spoke." If you really want your help then the first step you take is trust us. Why would I lie about something so serious? If I ever knew about having a brother, do you believe i'll want to be the lycan king? I have never loved being tied down to the throne. " I added and she nodded, looking away." I think Alex is telling the truth. He would not let someone take Jos mate away and
The lady turned to look at Leo with an hostile look painting her face. " You know nothing about my family so I suggest you stop making wild guesses." She warned. I shook my head at Leo , stopping him from arguing with her. At this point , we were supposed to stick together to face the enemy and not fight amongst ourselves. As for their differences, although I doubt there's any , they will solve them later. " Show me to my sister's room and bring something that belongs to your mate." The lady instructed and I nodded. " Leo , can you show her to valeria's room? " I requested but he growled at me, obviously dissatisfied. "'Why should I take her? " He asked. " Forget it . I'll head there myself. I'll just follow her scent. Macbeth replied before turning away and heading in the direction of valeria's room.I sighed and Leo frowned. He then glared at me. " What? " I asked, feigning innocence. " Why would you allow her to enter valeria's room? " He asked and this time, it's Kaiser