Chapter 5 Are You Ready?

**Alana's POV**

“How can this be nothing? It's obvious what they did to you. Why are you suddenly defending them?”

“Stephan, you should know that I'm not. I just don't want to get you in trouble,” I said, with my gaze facing downwards. Tears clogged my eyes, but I don't want him to see me cry.

“Sh*t! Until when are they going to abuse their power? How dare they hurt you?!”

Stephan snapped. I looked up at him only to see him boiling with anger, his hand folded into a tight fist.

“Someone has got to deal with them mercilessly.”

I quickly scurried towards Stephan.

“Stephan, I understand the fact that you're upset but please, I beg you, do not do anything. I know you're upset because of me, but I would rather not see you get hurt,” I burst into tears.

They have threatened that they are going to kill whoever they find trying to help me. This is the reason I remained quiet even though they were questioning me badly. There's no way I'll give in and let my boyfriend suffer.

“Alana, please don't cry. I know you're upset because of me. For your sake I'll beat down my anger.”

I rested my head on his chest while he patted me on the back.

While he patted me, I noticed he was slowly caressing me on the back as well.

Ever since Stephan and I started dating, we haven't actually had a moment to ourselves. We've only kissed a few times.

I raised my head up to look at him.

“Do you want me?” I couldn't help but ask.

“Well, if you give, then I wouldn't refuse,” he whispered with eyes filled with desire. Seeing him this way made me want to do the same thing he thought of.

Actually, Stephan is one handsome guy that I found the other girls in the pack tripping over since he's one of the elite warriors. I see when the maids always enjoy watching him train. Especially the head maid. There's never been a day Stephan trains that she doesn't go out to see him, even if it means she has to skip her duties.

Well, she does as she pleases knowing I'll be the one to complete the tasks, especially since the triplets will punish me alone if things are not carried out properly.

Every so often when I see the maids trip over him, I'm tempted to want to scream out to them, warning them that he's mine, and so they are not permitted to trip over him because I wouldn't allow that. But then, I know better than to do that.

If they were to find out about our relationship, the triplets will surely find out as well and if they do, I'll be a dead person. Not just me but Stephan as well.

“Alana, why do you seem to be lost in thoughts? Tell me, what exactly are you thinking about?”

“It's you,” I said boldly. I'm going to use this opportunity to let him know just how much I care about him since it's just us here.

“What do you mean? I don't think I understand you.”

“What I'm trying to say is that I keep wondering if you'll still love me when we get out of here.”

“What are you talking about, Alana? You of all people should know that because I love you, there's no way I'm going to let you go or give my feelings to another. It'll never happen, so please put your mind to rest.” He assured me.

“I love you, Stephan.”

“I love you too, Alana. I love you so much,” he said the words and slowly leaned in to kiss me on the lips. I leaned closer to provide him with access to my lips.

Just as we were kissing, I noticed he was slowly moving his hands down my thighs and gradually into my private area which was now getting moist.

But just as he was about to delve deeper, I quickly held him by the hand.

He slowly pulled away to look me in the eyes.

“Alana…”

“Stephan, I know you want it and I wouldn't deny the fact that I want it too. But we still have one more day. I promise you that once the clock clicks 12am on my birthday, I'll give myself to you.”

“Are you serious? You'll let me mark you?”

“Yes, Stephan.”

“But what if you find out that I'm not your mate?”

“It doesn't matter. It's you I chose. I don't care whether you turn out to be my mate or not.”

When I said this, a smile spread on Stephan's face. I meant what I said. I don't care whether he becomes my mate or not. As far as I know, he's the only one who treats me well. For this reason, there's no one better to give myself to than him.

“Alright. Let me help you with harvesting the vegetables,” he said, getting up from the ground. He stretched out his hand towards me and pulled me up. Together, we harvested some vegetables.

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# The Next Day

I looked at the time on the wall. It was 11:30pm. It was finally the D-Day and I just can't miss this opportunity. I quickly picked up my backpack which contained everything I'll be needing. After getting marked by Stephan, together we'll be leaving the pack for good. With joy in my heart, I hurried out of my room and headed down to Stephan's room, which was a few walks from my room.

As soon as I arrived at his door post, I placed a silent knock on the door and it opened immediately.

He must have been waiting to see me, considering how he was smiling and staring at me happily.

“You're here!” He said in delight.

I smiled back and let him lead the way. As soon as I was inside his room, he shut the door. I noticed he lit candles in the dark room and I also caught sight of some rose petals on the floor which led to the bed.

"Stephan, you didn't have to do this," I stated with a smile.

“Oh, I have to do this. It's our first night together, and I want it to be a memorable one if you know what I mean. Come,” he stretched his hand towards me which I took happily.

He led me to the bed and slowly pulled me towards him with his hand around my waist. He looked up behind me and whispered, "it'll be 12am soon.”

My heart skipped because this means I'll be having my first sex soon and will be marked as well.

“Are you ready?” He asked, looking into my eyes.

“Yes, Stephan, I'm ready for you.”