This right here, is the prime example of inviting trouble. Don't blame nobody when things go to shit 🙄
I know he was here and it is my fault for being reckless. I didn't think he would come back so soon. Then again, in the last ten years, Sophia is the only outsider who has spent more than a night in the pack. That explains why that man got curious about her. When I left her at the hotel, I was angry but I still took Leander there to keep an eye on her. My anger lasted for about an hour before I forgot about it and started searching for traces of the man. I call him ghost man because he comes and goes as he pleases but I haven't found out anything about him. Not even the first letter of his name. Everywhere I go, I'm always searching, hoping he would slip up and make a mistake. So when I caught his scent, I was too excited and forgot that he liked to play games. Isn't that the reason he hasn't revealed his face? Because he wants to keep playing with me? For a second there, I lost my cool. And when I followed his scent, I went in circles before it led me back to the pack. I've never be
He left without saying anything. When I told Kaden I was leaving, he didn't even act like he'd heard me. I expected him to try and stop me or taunt me about how I'll never escape from him. But he just walked out. Leaving me standing in the middle of the kitchen and confused as hell. Does this mean I'm free to leave? Or is he playing with me? Why can I still feel my skin burning where he touched me? He only grabbed me by the waist and set me aside. His purpose to get me out of his way. So why did it feel like he set my stomach on fire? I lean on the counter, holding my face in my hands. If I'm being honest with myself, the only reason I'm scared of Kaden is because of his mind-controlling abilities. I don't want to be his puppet. Other than that, there's really nothing to be afraid of. It's just the word Lycan rattled me. Up until the day before yesterday, I didn't think they existed. Not even in my wildest dreams. But after I gave it some thought, I realized that maybe he wasn't as b
I tap my foot continuously, waiting for Hector to arrive. This time, he won't be able to leave me behind because I won't let him. The second he arrives, I'll take over from him. He can get some rest while I drive. Yesterday, I remembered about the clothes Leander paid for and even though I won't take them with me, the least I could do is refund him. So imagine my surprise when he told me the money he used wasn't his but Kaden's. My guilt multiplied tenfold. I'd judged him too harshly but he still paid for my clothes. If he wanted to, he could drop me off far away from his territory and leave me to fend for myself. I decided to leave before he thought of doing just that. It's clear that I'm the asshole here. Too mortified to face him, I woke up early and settled for standing right outside the front entrance to wait for Hector. I'm determined to leave before we bump into each other. After two long hours, I finally hear the sound of a car approaching. Goddess, it took him long enough. S
It will only take me a few seconds to rip those arms off his sockets and roast them. I could prolong his torture by tearing him apart piece by piece until there's nothing left of him. What will his father do to me? It's not like the older man can start a war with an almost non-existent pack. Even if he does, I'll crush him like a bug under my feet. We've met a few times and despite not knowing what I am, he's scared of me. Why did Cahill let his son come here? Alphas don't let their heirs out of their sight. Especially when they only have one heir. If this idiot happened to die, the power would have to shift to another family. Are they both so dumb? I ask Leander to retreat. We don't beg. Even if it's that foolish woman who doesn't know what's good for her. I don't care that she left with another man who appears to be in love with her. It's her life. She's been trying to go back to him and I was holding her back. Foolish, blind woman. That kid would never make her happy. The moment h
This is definitely not the person I was expecting to see. Judging by the smug smile on his face, I know he was lying low, waiting for this moment. Reagan told me he'd withdrawn and never went back to Bittercrest. We were foolish to believe he'd do anything remotely close to that. His gigantic ego wouldn't let him. He's in a navy blue crisp suit, a white shirt, and a black trench coat. Aside from being a conceited asshole, he badly needs fashion advice. Who the hell wears Italian loafers to a jungle? I lift my eyes to his face "What do you want from me?" "Step out of the car so we can talk" "No thanks. I'm fine where I am" "I wasn't asking" His electric blue eyes flicker with impatience. He came with four guys. So it's five against four. I assume Nova and Hector can take two guys at the same time but what about Logan? Can Reagan and I take him? The answer is no. He's an Alpha. Which means, he's even stronger than Nova who has Alpha blood. As long as he hasn't taken over Alpha du
Before I can ask Kaden what he means, he's gone. Reagan huddles closer as Kaden walks back, dragging a white, dead bear. He's been gone for thirty seconds at most, and he already killed it? I look around nervously, noticing everyone staring at him curiously. Wondering if he truly killed that gigantic animal so fast. Even with our speed, most of us can't outrun one. But I already know, Kaden is not one of us. He's in his own league. Everything about him is extraordinary. Starting from his looks to his abilities. My eyes flicker to Reagan and I can see the appraisal in her eyes. She's sizing him up, trying to figure out how she can get him in her bed. Well, newsflash bestie, he's mine. Even if he might never want me again. "There was only one?" "Were you expecting a sleuth of them?" I open my mouth to tell him, no but Logan beats me to it "Who the fuck are you?" "That is none of your business" I jump in, not wanting him to start thinking. He'll go looking into Kaden and I'm su
It's been hours since she stomped off but I can still smell her on my fingertips. Feel the texture of her pussy, the way she trembled while I fingered her, and how much she wanted me. She's still as tight as she was when I took her virginity and it took a lot of effort not to drag her back. I refuse to be consumed by Sophia Rush again. The last time I did it, I paid a hefty price. It won't happen again. But even as I try to deny it, I know there's no avoiding it. Unless one of us leaves and never comes back. Problem is, try as I might, I can't seem to let her go. How many times has she tried to leave but I still followed her and brought her back? She's not the problem. I am. Maybe a little fun will keep me from hunting her down and fucking both our brains out. Strolling to the building where we keep our prisoners, I stop in front of a cell. "Rise and shine, princess" I whisper into his head. He groans, turns around slowly, and takes in his new cubicle. A few seconds later, he jumps t
The only reason I'm leaving is so I can get out of this shirt. When I threw the little black dress on, I was hoping it would convince Kaden to finish what he started back at the cabin. Not for him to act indifferently and force me to cover up. Although, was that jealousy I detected from him earlier? He acted as if he owned me. And the thought of being owned by Kaden sounds thrilling. I know what an attentive and generous lover he is. Any woman who finds herself under him should feel lucky. They should also pray I never cross paths with them. Behind me, I hear Leander telling Reagan to stay because he wants to talk to her. When I get to my room, I realize he's only trying to distract her so she won't follow me. What does he hope will happen between me and Kaden? "Why are you here?" I ask kicking the door close. Kaden is standing in the middle of my room, his hands in his pockets. His eyes move over my body, his look setting my skin ablaze everywhere it touches. "To make you come. Wh
"Is this a kingdom of Lycans or werewolves? Ever since that king arrived, he's turned our kingdom upside down. I'm begging you, join me so we can send him away and return things to how they used to be" "You mean go back to the days our houses were falling apart while you lined your pockets with more gold?" Someone from the crowd asks. "Are you not ashamed of yourself, Perrin?" Another one adds "What right do you have to preach such nonsense? If it wasn't for his majesty, we would be begging for morsels of food at your doorstep. Go away. No one wants to listen to you" "Shall I make him leave, your majesty?" Reign asks."It's not necessary. He has nothing better to do so let him run his mouth" "Your Majesty!" Perrin calls out making all eyes turn to me. He drops his microphone and runs to kneel in front of me "Your Majesty, please take me back. Without you, I'm lost. Please, your majesty. I promise to be your loyal servant from today onwards" "That is up to the people. I don't decid
"Hands off. I don't want to be late for dinner" "I can be fast," Kaden says his hands sliding up the back of my thighs to rest on my ass. "Later. Is that what you're wearing?" "I would like to spend time with you without those two interfering. They know we've been mated for a while and still insist on inviting us to dinner every two to three days. I'd rather spend my free time with you than them" "They only want to bond with you but you keep giving them the cold shoulder. They're your parents, Kaden. Why are you being so cold to them?" It's the third time Dessa invited us to dinner. The first two times, we arrived, Kaden pushed around the food on his plate then told them he was busy and left. He keeps saying he doesn't care about them abandoning him but turns around and acts like a child. I'm not forcing him to like them or accept them. But since he decided we'll be living here, can't we be civil with them? Not that Dessa is any better. At least Atticus tries to talk to him. She, o
I wake up to soft breaths fanning my neck and Sophia's body half lying on top of mine. She's in one of my T-shirts while I'm naked. A sense of calmness washes over me knowing this is how I'll wake up for the rest of my life. Our lives. I will protect and love her until my dying breath. Although, now that she got her memory back, will she change her mind? I won't allow her to leave me. We already completed mating. Granted it was different than I'd expected it to be. Aside from being able to connect our thoughts, nothing else happened. Her mark on me disappeared while mine is still visible on her neck. Is this the first time a Lycan has mated with a werewolf? I'd like to know if this is the end or if there will be more changes in the future. But first, I have to get her to stay with me. Sliding her off me, I get up and throw a robe on then go in search of Merlin. He's in the main living room and he jumps to his feet when he sees me. "Your Majesty, you're awake.
My hand flies to my mouth, shock rendering me immobile. Is this the reason Kaden didn't want to talk about that day? I never understood why he was reluctant to tell me what had happened. He'd even forbidden Leander and the rest from talking about it. I thought it was because he didn't trust me but I now I know it was because he felt ashamed and guilty. It's written all over his face. Camden instigated the attack but Kaden had just turned eighteen. I doubt he knew what he was or how powerful his beast was. Newly turned wolves have a hard time controlling their wolf side. I can't imagine how harder it is for Lycans. Camden took advantage of that and it led to the demise of Kaden's family. But why? (He can keep the throne. I'll take everything else away from him) I can't believe he fooled me into believing he was the good brother. I wish I'd stuck all the iolites Iridessa gave me in his back. She slipped them to me earlier and told me their effect on Lycans. Th
The first memory I have is of Celosia forcing me to lift the crown. I was around three or four. She took me to the throne room and told me not to leave until I had succeeded. The naive little boy in me wanted to please her so I promised her I would do it without realizing it was impossible. I thought I could thaw her coldness towards me if I did what she said. She left me there for a whole day and night without food or water. By the time Jovita, my nanny found me, my hands were bleeding because I refused to accept I couldn't do it. It was the first time my mother had paid attention to me. I couldn't disappoint her. The memory is still so vivid because it was also the first time I suspected she didn't love me. I wondered why she didn't send someone to bring me a cup of water. To be able to do it, I needed strength. Feeding me once would have sufficed. A few years later, I found out that she didn't care about me at all. She was telling Morena how useless I was a
I've been expertly avoiding these people for more than two years. I can't believe all it took was one word from Sophia and I agreed to attend this banquet. She'd better hold up her end of the bargain or I will be very pissed. My eyes bounce around the room until they land on her. She's laughing together with other women while her hands make gestures. I believe the woman standing next to her is Iridessa. I'd bet my money that she strong-armed the others into being nice to Sophia. I'm not blind. I saw the way the servants were treating her and when I had Reign investigate it, he found out Ellinor had threatened them. Claiming that when she became the queen, anyone who was nice to Sophia wouldn't be spared. I wonder why she was so bold as to actually think I would agree to make her the queen. Even without Sophia, it wouldn't have been her or anyone for that matter. My mind was made up when I decided to be the king. It's Sophia or no one. I project more erotic image
"She tricked me too. I didn't even know she was your mother" "Find her and tell her to cancel it. I'm not going" "The invitations have already been sent out" Kaden huffs in annoyance and I know it's because he doesn't like these kinds of parties. I crawl onto his lap and wrap my hands around his neck "We can sneak out tomorrow night and go to the other side" "Because they can't find us there and drag us back?" "Then just attend it. I've never been to a black tie event" "How do you know that?" "I'd never forget something like that" "But you can forget me?" "You're being a big baby. Stop sulking and find yourself a tuxedo. I'm going to try on the dresses your mother sent me" I try to leave but his hands go around me. Holding me hostage. "On one condition" "Name it" "Let me fuck your ass when we get back" Goodness, is it me or is he horny all the time? I do want to dress fancily and attend those types of parties. But Kaden's reason isn't bad either. "Your wish is my command,
"What's with the turtle neck? If I didn't know you, I'd think you were trying to cover up my mark" "That's because I am" I snap my head toward him "You are? Why?" "To avoid gossip" "Are you kidding me?""Stop right there. It's not what you think" he says adjusting his sleeves. He's an ass but a hot ass. I wouldn't be surprised if women threw themselves at his feet. But now that we've marked each other, they should know he's taken. Why is trying to hide it? "Unlike wolves, our marks don't remain visible. It'll disappear in a day or two" "Then all the more reason you should display it for all to see. Unless you don't want anyone to know about it" "Correct" Ugh, I knew sooner or later, he was going to start showing his true colors. He asked me to be his queen but it's not even a day later and he's already going back on his words. I'm not stupid. It's obvious no one will accept me as their queen and I'm fine with that. Being with him is enough. But if he
I didn't think it would happen so soon. This feels like a dream. It was all so easy that I can't help waiting for the other shoe to drop. I'm normally confident in everything I do but when it comes to Sophia, there are times I find myself hesitating. Even though I claimed her and we marked each other, it doesn't guarantee that she'll stay once she regains her memory. It was foolish of us to do this now but even if it was just for a day, I wanted her to be mine in every way. With no worries about the past or the future. It's selfish of me to wish she never remembers. I'm tempted to make sure she forgets the past forever but I can't bear to hurt her. Her mind has already been manipulated enough times. If I damage her further, I'd have no one to blame but myself. Besides, she just managed to get her wolf back. I can't let her efforts go to waste. "What are you thinking about?" She asks drawing drawing circles on my chest with her finger. I've lost count of the number of times I've made l