Leila’s POVHe felt something for her, I knew he did.One of the benefits that came with being a spell caster was the ability to read people, and despite my impatient nature, the second my intuition poked me towards anyone’s odd behavior, I was quick to observe them patiently and figure out the cause.Luckily, Kai was one of the few persons that I’d become an expert at reading because I’d started to read him the second I got my gifts. I’d been observing his behavior around Cora and towards things that concerned her for the past few days and I absolutely hated the conclusion I’d drawn up.I hated that my readings had led me to realize that Kai felt something for Cora, I wasn't sure what exactly it was….A heightened form of attraction? Some twisted attachment? A growing silly crush? In fact, I didn't give a fuck what it was, all I knew was that I had to get rid of her before it developed any further, or at least make her life a living hell so she’d leave the palace and he’d kill her h
Kai’s POVCora’s rage was what drove her, it was what replaced the blood pumping in her veins and made her as daring and fucking maddening no matter how much I tried to break her, but it was also her weakness, a fatal one at that.If she’d had any discernment when it came to flaring up, she wouldn't have revealed to me that her rival was present at my selection ball, she wouldn't have set herself up for the refined hell that she was about to go through after openly attacking an old foe right in front of me.However, I couldn't be more pleased that her easily triggered anger had helped me achieve the sole reason for the ball; finding myself a new plaything to humiliate her even further until she finally realized how worthless she was to me.I hadn't even cared to learn her rival’s name, I’d simply sent word to her to remain in the palace after the ball was over because she’d been officially added to my harem of whores. Earlier today, I’d equally sent word to the head matron to get her
Cora’s POVI laid on the ground weakly, cursing whoever sent the snakes that made me an invalid that could be brought crashing down by a kick to the heels. It was a venomous bite and nothing short of supernatural so I knew that it’d take longer than a normal wound to heal but I’d stubbornly come to work instead of resting while it healed.My head rose gingerly to meet Kai’s eyes and instead of a smirk like any other person would have after finding out their enemy’s weakness, he just had his signature look of darkness clouding his features as he watched me fight the urge to groan in pain.But all I could think of was how? How had the smug bastard known I had a weak and injured spot? And then it all came flooding back.I’d seen him taking in my appearance earlier, and knowing that his intentions were anything but selfish and hateful toward everything that crossed his path I should've known that he was mapping out my body for a weakness to exploit in case I tried to put a dent in his fuc
Kai’s POVI awoke in a bath of my own sweat from a monstrous dream, my entire bed was soaked and I could hear every vein on my body pulsing as I tried to register the environment I’d woken up in like anyone would after an awful nightmare.First off, I realized how dumb it’d been to allow myself been drawn to bed for a nap that wasn't orchestrated by Leila’s spells. I’d never enjoyed a peaceful night’s rest or afternoon nap without it being induced by the spell since I’d been cursed, so whenever I felt the urge to sleep naturally, it was usually a bad idea to give into it.Secondly, my head was thudding like a stampede was on a loop within it and I could barely recall the contents oft dream that’d gotten me in such a frenzy. I knew that I’d seen things that must’ve shocked me into sweating profusely just to draw myself back to reality, but I couldn't figure out what it was.Lastly and most importantly, I knew that my nightmares were the only way I got crucial messages about my curse fr
Kai’s POV“Those fucking bastards!” I was on my feet in seconds, running my hands through my hair angrily as I took in the news of their return.I struck a deal with those assholes, paid them thousands of pure gold as well, and they still dishonored our agreement. Oh, the balls of those assholes, to think that they were just mere humans with supernatural weapons and the backings of powerful witches.“Are yo— what's happeni— Is everything o–okay?” I rose my head to face Levi with angry slitted eyes as he questioned my soaked clothes and the potion kit with Leila.“We did a dream retrieval ritual and it didn't end very well” Leila summarized things just as she threw me a set of fresh clothes.Of course, my sharp reflexes allowed me to catch them just in time even though I had no idea that she was rummaging through my closet to find me clothes, but I still shot her a sharp glare.“Is there something you need me to do sir? Anything” Levi offered with a tone of urgency, his unwavering loya
Kai’s POVMy hands ran through my head for the millionth time since I’d awoken— considering my resting in bed for the last thirty minutes could pass as sleep— and I tried to think of anything I might’ve missed out on, any loose ends, any loop holes that would put me at the mercy of my enemies.“The carriage is ready, Alpha Kai” Levi pushed my door open and let himself in as he shared the news with me.“Is everything else ready?” I asked him as I took in the battle gear he had on, something I found unnecessary because we’d all shift and render it useless afterward, but Levi took pleasure in following battle traditions by ensuring that all the men were geared up anyways.“Yes sir, everyone is downstairs and battle ready” He assured me with a sturdy nod and I found myself walking toward the window to confirm.“I’ll be down in ten, go and ensure that everything is in place” I told him while still looking out of the window, secretly impressed at the army of werewolves and spell casters tha
I felt so alive, so energized, so powerful.Maybe that was an expected wave of emotions that came with taking lives, it made you feel like a god because you were sending people to their end, ultimately taking away their freewill and their ability to breath in life.The battle had come to an end and the other wolves were already shifting back to their human form, but I remained put where I was, looking over the ripped body parts and feeling electric sparks fly everywhere it could hit within me. Had Kai’s darkness rubbed off on me so much that the sight of blood no longer made my head spin with disgust? Or did I always have this dark & twisted edge within me that could be appeased by it?Surprisingly, I didn't care if the answers to those questions were negative or positive— whatever meaning would be attached to it— as long as I could hold on to the exhilarating feeling coursing through my body as blood dripped from my jaws.But of course, my moment was cut short when I noticed a wolf l
Kai’s POVI felt refreshed as Levi escorted me to the dining hall after I’d taken a bath, and the faint smell of mint coming off him made me realize that he’d taken one as well.“I assumed the battle would be much longer and much bloodier than it was,” He let out a sigh of relief as he spoke.“That’d have only been the case if we didn't wipe out the witches in time, good thing I’ve had a winning streak for battles since I could throw a punch, so we’d have won either ways” I responded as we walked into the unnecessarily over decorated dining room, how did they focus on food with so many chandeliers hanging above their heads?“It’s always an honor fighting by your side” Levi smiled as he drew out two seats for us and I nodded in his direction as we both sat down.The Alpha of the village we’d rescued didn't notice my presence because he was too busy being swept off his feet by Leila’s beauty. She was leaning in and touching a pure gold bracelet on his arm, her lashes lowered seductively