LINA ROYALEI glared at my son. It was so annoying when he did things like this. What was wrong with him? This was not how I trained him up to be. He couldn’t be treating his mate like this after everything I and his father about honouring the bond. “Gunnolf, I’m really disappointed in your choice of words. This is not how I thought you will end up being. It’s so wrong when you act this. I didn’t train you this way, Gunnolf. I trained you to respect your mate. I trained you to honour the goddess choices because she is never wrong. He sees what we don’t see, and makes it easier for us to actualise all our dreams. Why is it that you don’t want to understand this?” I asked in exasperation.Gunnolf scoffed. It was evident that he didn’t care about what I was saying. I hated this side of him so much and it annoyed me that he was allowing his hate for humans to cheat him out of true happiness. “Oh, you’re done? I thought you still had more things tell me.”“Gunnolf!” I snapped at him.He
ALPHA GUNNOLFAlexa rested her head on my arms, and I slowly stroked her hair in a slowly lazy state. I had used the sex to expel my frustration, yet I was still feeling some sort of way. It was insane how much I was shook. “Alpha Gunnolf, I think we should start using romantic names for ourselves. I mean, it would be nice if we talk to each other like we are the only ones in the room. It would make it so beautiful to do some things,” Alexa said softly.I felt my wolf turn away in annoyance. We both didn’t like it one bit, and it was not surprising. I had not expected Alexa to say things like this. She shouldn’t really care about things like this. It was a drawback, and wasn’t good for either of us. I was not ready to feel all the numerous things she was feeling. I didn’t want it one bit.“You’re not saying anything. Ok, fine, maybe you don’t like love names, but you have to mark me. I want to be by your side, and quit the hide and seek game we keep playing. I want us to have intense
LEONIEGina smiled at me, and sat down beside me. “It’s not rocket science, Leonie. It’s so evident,” she teased.I gasped in shock. If that were the case, then the maids knew this? Is that why they were all trying to stay away from me? Damn it, I have been exposed all these while. Of course, Lina Royale kept screaming mate everywhere, but I was hoping that no-one would have heard it must have been told not to spread the rumour.“You’ve lost your colour. Is it so horrible if someone found out the truth about you and Alpha Gunnolf’s relationship?” Gina queried, obviously nothing how pale my face was. I wasn’t the cheerful person that I was. Wait, since I got here I was never cheerful, even with Gina. My sense of humour had been buried, and I doubt it would ever come out again. I was truly doomed to this life, and nothing more. It was so painful that everything had to be like this. I hated it with so much passions and I hoped that things would definitely change for good.“What are you
LEONIEThe heat of the day was brutal, but I honestly didn’t mind much because I was having a good time, strangely. After what happened at home, I didn’t think my day would go smoothly, but it was the exact opposite that was happening. I was honestly having so much fun, and being the best version of myself which I never thought I would be.Ok, I’m exaggerating because it wasn’t my aura that was making me happy, but it was that of Alpha Gunnolf. My eyes settled on him as he went about talking with the plant processing workers who sat in group of trees, peeling seeds and removing leaves as they placed it in the sun or a weird looking basket to brink out its juice. Despite how strenuous the task was, they were having so much fun doing it. And, they always looked at Alpha Gunnolf like he was a form of light that had been sent to them. It was so amazing watching these things take fruition. A smile touched my lips as I watched Alpha Gunnolf move with such grace that floored me to my knees
LIAMDid she just protest against Alpha Gunnolf’s wishes? The nerve of the little girl is so great, and I couldn’t help but glare at her. She had a lot of nerve, and hopefully Alpha Gunnolf wouldn’t get impressed by all of these. An Alpha, especially an Alpha King, needed a strong Luna to be able to lead with him in strength, because it was a tough journey.“I would just pretend that you never said such nonsense,” Alpha Gunnolf said easily.I watched ass she bowed. “I’m sorry for my audacity, but I would go where you go, Alpha Gunnolf Royale because it’s my duty as your pack maid, and I take it very seriously. What if you would…”I stepped in front of her, stalling her words. “Are you not ashamed to argue with your Alpha? You’re a miserly human and nothing more, so you better know your place. No-one argues when the Alpha makes his decisions. So, who are you to argue?” I snapped.She flinched, and that gave me more courage to jerk her to the side harshly. I watched as she tried to co
ALPHA GUNNOLFThe dinner was a bit uptight, and I had a feeling that it would get worse as time went by. I had the urge to leave, but it would be disrespectful to Liam, so I sat stiffly on my chair, turning the sauce repeatedly with the noodles.Alexa was close to me, and I noted that she was looking at me expectantly like she wanted me to say something. I almost thought that she had discussed with her father about the marriage stuff. No! She couldn’t be that desperate though the way she had requested to be mated had been something else.“Alpha Gunnolf,” Liam called suddenly.I slowly dropped my spoon and turned to face Liam. He was visibly upset, and I wondered what the problem could be. I rose my brow curiously as I waited for him to speak. He looked at his daughter and then back at me.“What is it, Liam?” I asked impatiently.He shifted his gaze to me. “I would like to talk to you away from Alexa. It’s kind of important.” He informed me. I nodded, and stood up. Liam did same, and
LEONIEThe fact that the doctor understood me so well made me feel like I’ve got someone else with me. I wasn’t so worried about her finding out that I had a mate in this pack, but I was sure that she would never know it was Alpha Gunnolf.I was going to be fine, and everything would work out well soon. I knew that like I knew about almost everything that was happening with me. Everything was going to be fine. I was dead sure of it. Everything would be ok, and things would definitely change for good soon. I was going to have the happiness that I definitely deserve.“I understand everything that you’re passing through. I know that it’s difficult to have a mate that doesn’t care for you,” Doctor Fanny said softly. I sat up slightly as I looked at her. She had so much hurt in her voice with each statement that she made, and I really felt bad for her. She was so kind to the people when she treated them and she didn’t deserve to feel like this about her mate.“Tell me, did this happen to
LINA ROYALEThere was this pain I felt when I thought about Leonie. I couldn’t understand why she had to suffer this much because of my son. I had no idea what had happened between them, but it was wrong for Gunnolf to treat her like this. It was not the way I had thought him to treat a woman. His hatred for humans was going to cheat him out of living a life of happiness if care was not taken.I didn’t like it for him at all. This was not the way things should be for him.But, what exactly should I do now? I walked around the table, and stared at the food that had been set for me. The yam puddings and sauce were too much. I sighed as I stepped forward. I pulled out the chair and sat down, then unwrapped things as easily as I could.“No, I can’t just do things like this. I can’t eat alone, knowing fully well that Leonie was hurting.” I mumbled to myself. I don’t know when it happened, but she was like a daughter to me, and it was my duty to make sure that she was ok, mentally.“Giselle,
LEONIEI stared at him in shock. I couldn’t believe he would tell me to do that. I had come with the Alpha, and from what I could see, almost everyone around were treating him with utmost respect. They all bowed low, and spoke in calm tones. So, why did this man think he could tell me to lick his shoe? I just couldn’t beat the level of stupidity that I was seeing.“Are you deaf? I believe you know your status, you lowlife. Do as I say this minute!” He snapped on top of his voice, sending cold fear through my spine.“I…”“That’s enough,” Alpha Gunnolf said, stalling my words. I blinked in shock as I tried to stand on my feet, so the wine would at least slide off my sari. The last thing I wanted was to feel sticky, but I was so scared at the same time.The whole hall had gone silent, and no-one was willing to say a word. I tried hard not to shake under every scrutiny as I feared for the Alpha’s next words. He was not nice tonight, and there was a good chance that he might send me to the
LEONIE“We’ve arrived!” One of the guards screamed on top of his voice.I swallowed the lump in my throat as I looked ahead. It was so dark out here, but the building in front was illuminated by candles giving a haunted appearance. It’s not like I have ever being to a haunted house, but I had watched a couple of movies that depleted it. Though, this was nothing like them. It was much worse.“Are you going to step out of the carriage or what?” Alpha Gunnolf snapped at me, bring me to my senses.I bowed slightly, and stepped out. There was no form of kindness in his gait or expression. I also noted that he avoided looking at me. It was like I wasn’t a part of anything that was important to him, and that made me feel so unwanted and unloved.Despite this, I struggled to keep up with him. Lina Royale had informed him to make me feel good, but he was doing the exact opposite. I had no idea what it was going to cost him if he at least treated me with respect. He was so cold, and mean to me,
LEONIEThe maid and Lina Royale made me seat with my back turned to the mirror as they fussed with me. Lina Royale barked out orders to the maid, who complied with everything that was being said. I tried to calm down, knowing I had no place to make any requests. Lina Royale was set to do all she wanted to do, and I had no place to stop her.“It’s done, Queen mother,” the maid said calmly.I think I heard a note of jealousy in her voice. I could understand that she felt like I was more privileged than her, and I hoped it wouldn’t be a problem in the future. When whatever Lina Royale was planning fails, because it always doors, I would be the one to bear it all, and I was definitely not looking forward to any of these, but I needed to be calm for now.“That is very good,” Lina Royale said easily.The maid stepped back, and Lina Royale looked at me in shock. The shock slowly transformed into awe. I tried to touch my face, but she swatted it off, mumbling that I was set to ruin the makeup
LEONIEMy throat had gone sore from the amount of shouting that I have been doing. The guards wouldn’t bulge from their locations, and they looked about ready to hoist me away from there so I wouldn’t speak with Alpha Gunnolf.It pained me deeply, and unable to bear that I would be locked out in this way, I ran as fast as I could to the servant quarters. A couple of maids were looking at me curiously, but I hardly cared about anything other than my own feelings.10 steps away from my door, I caught the back view of Gina. I wasn’t ready to talk to her. I’m sure she must have heard my voice, that was why she had come here. But, she would have to go back how she came because I’m not in the mood to give her audience.I ran as fast as I could, but it was a bit late. Gina had her eyes on me in seconds, and she was looking at me like I had sprouted a horn at the back of my head.“Leonie, what is the matter?” She asked kindly.I shook my head, and plunged along the path leading to my room. I
ALPHA GUNNOLFLeonie flinched as I rose my hands up. It was evident that she felt like I was about to strike her, but I wasn’t going to do that, yet I brought my hands down. The pain in her eyes were alive, but I ignored it. She was not to be trusted.“Why did you do all these?” I asked in a calmer voice.She fidgeted pulling her hands around as she tried hard not to meet my gaze. I wondered if she thought I would find out the truth if I looked into her eyes. It should be the case, for her kind are not good people.“I don’t understand, Alpha Gunnolf. The kid was crying and I couldn’t let him go just like that. I had to do something,” she said calmly.I turned away from her, my hands fisting to my sides. “Liar!” I accused.I could hear her sharp intake of breath. “I’m not lying. I would never try to flee from helping someone,” she said quietly.I growled as I took in the deserted backyard. I closed my briefly to control myself. I had to be in control of my emotions and the situations.
LEONIE I really didn’t know what I was going to do with the kid. He was crying even harder, and this situation was not something that I was used to. How would I be able to handle any of these? There was no way to explain the shot of adrenaline that went through my veins. I was so scared about the whole thing that was happening, but equally charged to protect the child, though I could not understand how he could transform from wolf to child so easily. I mean, nothing about this was normal. What thing was for sure, I couldn’t continue thinking on what to do and what not to do. It was killing time, and the water was getting into the kid’s lungs. He was literally whimpering on me, and I knew I had to do something to help him. I had to protect him from dying from the water. I had no idea how werewolf system works, but I knew it wouldn’t be too different with his human state. “Hold onto me,” I said fiercely. The child tightened his hold on me, and I slowly held the rope as I placed bot
CHAPTER 75LEONIEWhat was that noise? I sat back down in shock. I had no idea what I should expect from the situation. Everything was really going crazy, and there was the probability that I was hearing things. Yes, that should be it.I was definitely hearing things because there is no way that noise was real. I sat down and pulled the basket closet to me, while looking at the empty room. The ones who were in need of urgent medical help were nowhere to be found. So, it was just me that was remaining and I was a bit nervous.I leaned my head on the chair, as I thought about taking a nap. It would make me less worried about my surroundings, and I might be able to focus on what was coming next. Yes, I had great hope that it would be the case with me. I was optimistic for results at this point, and pretty sure that things would happen the way I had planned it to happen.Then, the howl came worse than earlier almost making me jump up. It was the craziest I had heard in a long while and
LEONIEI walked ahead of the guards. There was a tingling in my soul with each step I took. Hopefully, Alpha Gunnolf wouldn’t skin me alive right now. I was hoping against hope that things would be easy going forward.I rounded the corner that took me to the throne room, and I noted that there was barely anyone around. It was odd, and it made me feel more scared. I had no idea the type of mood that Gunnolf was in. He was so unpredictable at all times, and it made me more nervous than ever. This wasn’t what I wanted one bit.A guard pushed me forward, and finally I found myself in the line leading to his throne. I could see him from where I stood. He was so off and annoyed about so many things, and I really wondered how I was going to get exempted from his wrath.I never wanted to be in Gunnolf’s bad side. I just wanted to have peace, and believe that things were a bit better. Oh, a girl can dream. It was crazy how much pain I was getting right now, and I wished that things would chan
LEONIEI lay down on my bed thinking about everything that had happened in the past few weeks. I was so worried that I had not been able to truly give my all to this relationship. What? It wasn’t a relationship, but a situation-ship. It was crazy how these things were happening to me. I wanted nothing more than for everything to fall into place, but I had no idea how this was going to happen.Alpha Gunnolf had proven beyond reasonable doubt that he couldn’t stand me. He hated my guts and everything that had to do with me. There was no way I would be able to win his heart. He was completely disgusted by me.Taking a pillow, I used it to cover my face. I was sad beyond words, and I still didn’t want to cry. There was no use of crying when it was evident that I would never be the one he would choose.My heart ached so hard. I knew that I had to give into that, but I didn’t want to as well. I didn’t want to be the last person on the block. I didn’t want to be discarded like a doll. Alpha