Dustin“ You did what? ” The loud yell makes me close my eyes for a moment.I lean back, ignoring the heated atmosphere in the lounge. They are so dramatic with their wide eyes and loud voices.“ You fought with Levian? Alone? Have you gone mad, Dustin? ” Lenora huffs, her voice carrying a hint of worry.I find it annoying right now. What was she expecting if not this? Was I supposed to invade his territory and turn invisible? Or was I supposed to get on my knees and beg for mercy? “ I told him the same. He has lost his mind. ” Elita chimes in from beside me.My eyes crack open slightly and land on her amused face. She is enjoying this storytelling way too much.The grin on her face makes my chest burn with strange emotions. When Tyson asked her to explain how she had actually gotten out of the vampire territory, I didn’t think she would mention what I did instead of what she did in detail. But she is one sneaky little rabbit who wants to hop around and cause trouble. “ I can’t bel
Dustin“ It’s true. ” Elita nods, agreeing with me. “ he came for me solely because he wanted information from me. Or else, why would the Great King of the North come for someone who is just a fling to him? ”The attention shifts to her. Now, she is the bigger idiot in their eyes. But I don’t like it when they think of her as an idiot, either.So, I narrow my eyes and give them a warning look. This time, they don’t bother letting the girl beside me know that I have been glaring at them.“ I am just glad nothing bad happened. ” Amelia says, trying to diffuse the tension. “ They both are fine, and it’s all that matters. ”Ever the peacemaker. I like this one a little. Lenora nods. “ You are right, Amelia. Levian could have killed them both, but they are fine, so it’s a win, I guess. ”The women have settled down, but my friends are still glaring back at me. I shrug, throwing them a nonchalant look. They can sulk for some time. It’s perfectly understandable. “ What was the important t
Dustin“ If they didn’t come out for so long, what makes you think they will be convinced now? ” I interrupt, my voice turning cold again.She pauses to breathe and glances my way, her eyes narrowing. “ we can try. If they hear that destruction is close, they will do something. They won’t sit still and watch it. That’s not the way of wolves. ”“ That’s what you think. What if they don’t think like this, Elita? ” Aleister says what I would have said in much harsher words.I watch the hurt swimming through her eyes as she turns to face him. She wanted me to defend her, to tell everyone that they needed to believe whatever she was saying.She is expecting too much from me, and I still have too little to offer her.“ Your Highness, if we try, we will know for sure. We need to try. ”“ She is right. If we can get more trained people on our side, what’s the harm? ” Striker suggests.“ Yes, there is no harm in it. Besides, if we don’t reach them soon, maybe Levian will. ” She suggests, and t
Elita“ You really will do anything for me, won’t you? ” He strokes my cheek, his fingers cold against my skin. “ Yes. ” I nod eagerly, even if I have a bad feeling about this. I am pressed against the door, stuck between his heated body and the cold surface. I know there is nowhere to run or hide, but that’s not what I need either. I need him to trust me by whatever means necessary. If doing something ensures it, then it means I must do it.“ I trust people who follow my every command. ” His eyes shine with a strange glint. Slowly, Dustin leans in. My breath catches as the memories of kissing him flash before my eyes. My heartbeat quickens, and my hands clench in an attempt to hide my jittery response. “ So think again. Are you sure about this? ” He whispers, leans so close that his lips brush against my cheek with each word. “ Yes. ” I breathe and shift closer. He is irresistible, so impossible to ignore. He makes it so hard for me not to ache for him. Think about all your ba
ElitaHe pulls the sheets down from my body and hovers above me, right between my parted legs. Why did I freaking spread my legs for him?! Is something wrong with me?His hand lowers to my stomach, making me gasp and stare at his face. The moonlight illuminates his features, making him appear glowing and so tempting. “ Still want it? ” His voice is cold now, almost frosty. “ Y—Yes. ” I stammer, heat pooling between my legs. “ Think about it. ” He offers, his nose brushing against my cheek and inhaling my scent. “ I will do anything for you to trust me! ” I snap, knowing he will pull away any moment. But he proves me wrong as he tilts his head and stares at my face, his lips feathering the corner of my mouth. His fingers slide lower, carrying an electric current with them. Lower, lower, lower until— My back arches. His fingers slide between my panties. My head spins as heat spreads to my toes, making them curl. Dustin presses his lips to my ear and rasps. “ You know I won’t
DustinThe room is quiet, save for the soft rhythm of Elita’s breathing. Her chest rises and falls beneath the sheets, her hair fanning out over my pillow like a halo, and I can’t look away.I sit at the edge of the bed, my elbows resting on my knees as I watch her. The moonlight filters through the window, casting a silvery glow over her face. Her lashes are shadows against her cheeks, her lips slightly parted, tempting in ways I can barely comprehend.She is too still, too peaceful, and I hate how much I want to ruin that peace.I lean forward, my hand gripping the edge of the bed as I watch her. Her lips are slightly parted, soft, and tempting. They have been driving me insane all night, and the craving to taste them burns hotter than ever.Leaning forward, I rest my elbows on the bed, the ache inside me intensifying with every second that passes. The urge to touch her is maddening, clawing at the edges of my self-control. I want to run my fingers along the curve of her jaw, down
ElitaThe first thing I notice as I stir awake is the warm weight of the blanket covering me, the soft sheets brushing against my skin. A strange sensation prickles along my spine, and I shift slightly, realizing just how sore my body feels. All that tiredness and the feeling of his fingers inside me still lingers. The memories from last night flash in my mind, and my cheeks heat. Dustin's touch, his words, the way he made me—No. Stop it, Elita.I attempt to sit up, but a strange sensation of being watched holds me back. Blinking against the golden light streaming through the windows, I glance towards the wing chair tucked in the corner of the room. My breath catches.Dustin.He is there, his large frame sprawled out, his head tilted to the side as he sleeps. The faint sunlight kisses his sharp features—the defined jaw, the slightly tousled dark hair, the relaxed curve of his lips. My heart stutters for reasons I don’t understand.Why is he sleeping there? I frown, pulling the she
ElitaMy jaw hangs low. He did not just say that! But he did. What is wrong with him?!“ You are a pervert, Dustin Landric! The biggest pervert to ever walk in this world. ” I blurt, wrapping the sheet around me tighter.It’s like I am scared he will stroll over and snatch it away before having his way with me. Dustin’s smirk grows wider. “ And here I thought nothing could fluster you, Elita. But now I know your weakness. ” “ What weakness? ” I narrow my eyes on him.He steps closer, his voice dropping to a whisper. “ praises get you flustered. I am going to have so much fun exploiting that specific weakness. ”I gape at him, feeling my pulse quicken. “ Go have fun with someone else! I will never be in a mood to have fun with you. Never ever. Do you understand? NEVER! ”“ We will see. ” He shrugs, still smug and confident.“ Oh, I see. The mate bond is making you lose your mind. And you are all needy after last night. But you know what? You won’t get me into your bed no matter what y
ElitaWe stayed there until a warrior from the Pack came to get them. When they left, a strange calm befell my heart. For some time, it felt like I could finally breathe without feeling a weight pressing down on my chest.It was because I believed what Dustin said. As long as he lived, no harm would ever come to my brother and sister. Even after I am gone, he will make sure that they are happy.I am finally leaving my siblings with someone who will not disappoint us. And with their sister, who will wake up after I leave, I am sure they will grow up into good adults. Those thoughts keep revolving in my head as we make our way back in silence. When we reach the Wolveshire Citadel, the night falls, and thick clouds hang in the sky.I crane my neck, my head pressing against his chest. Tonight, even with the stormy weather and no stars in sight, everything appears so beautiful and wholesome.“ I… ” I didn’t know you would count me as someone you had to make happy. I want to say, but I can
ElitaThe evening air carries a gentle chill, brushing against my face as I lean slightly forward on the horse. The forest around us is dark but alive, each rustle of leaves whispering secrets I am too tired to decipher. Dustin’s warmth presses against my back and his arms around my waist steady me as we travel on the same Stallion again.“ Did you see her too? ” I ask curiously, turning my head just enough to catch a glimpse of his sharp profile. His gaze doesn’t falter from the path ahead, his jaw tightening at my question. “ It’s personal. ” I let out a dramatic sigh and roll my eyes. “ Seriously? Personal? We have shared things way more personal than dreams about the Goddess, Dustin. You know…I see her in my dreams, too, so I am wondering if she comes into your dreams and tells you things. ”I wait for him to be curious or surprised or anything, but Dustin remains as calm as ever. And he doesn’t respond.The silence stretches, filling the space between us with something heavy,
Elita“ Shouldn’t you be discussing things with your friends? ” I walk closer to the man standing close to the shore, looking at the sea.I think if I look for him, I will always find him near water. Another thing to be noted about him.“ Shouldn’t you be doing more women things like packing instead of exploring the Wolveshire Citadel? ” Dustin shoots back without glancing my way.I come to a stop beside him and huff. The strong breeze sways my hair, making me grab the strands falling into my eyes to hold them still.“ Who told you that I was exploring the castle? ” I wonder, and look at his side profile.He glances at me from the corner of his eyes. His brows lift as he notices me standing there, still gripping the strands of my hair. “ I don’t need anyone to tell me what happens in the castle. ” Dustin turns to face me and reaches up.Surprised, I almost stumble back but catch myself at the last moment. His eyes narrow as he grips my hands and pulls them away from my wild hair.“ O
ElitaThey did ask where I had to return. But I didn’t have to answer. Dustin understood it was time for my exit and dragged me away before they could investigate my final destination.“ We will leave tonight. ” He told me just that and then left too outside my room.I was supposed to get Felicity to pack everything I would take with me, but that felt like a meaningless task. That’s why I chose the better option. I wandered the Wolfshire Citadel and admired the carved ceilings, the high chandeliers, and the beauty that had remained even in my memory of ruins. Since I came here, this was the first time I explored the castle alone and roamed until I got lost in the maze-like corridors. And as I found myself in a high tower overlooking the calm sea, I realized one thing that I had never cared to think about before.The Moon Goddess said that she gave us all that we wished for. She did that for me, too. For years, without fail, I had wanted to see these castles in their full glory…I wan
ElitaMy gaze switches between Avery, who is glaring at Dustin, and Aleister, whose jaw is clenched even more.This is bad. My nose scrunches. “ Alpha King Aleister does have that ability, or else, how would he have looked after his Kingdom for so long? With a place as treacherous as the South, he wouldn’t have remained a King if he was not absolutely the best of them. And Princess Avery—I mean Queen Avery only brings out the best in her mate because she is also the best! ”There there.This will save them the trouble of trying to strangle Dustin Landric.I smile as all eyes turn to me. Avery’s eyes narrow a little, but there is no anger in them while the rest look at me like I have grown two heads again.Sighing, I shift my focus on the troublemaker Northern King, only to find him shooting daggers at me. I blink rapidly.Am I seeing things?Is he glaring at me? In front of everyone? Why? What did I do? I open my mouth and close it, trying to understand why he looks so pissed off.
Elita“ We can’t leave the Kingdoms without their Kings for long. ” Alpha King Tyson voices out the concern.I lean back on the couch and glance around the room. Alpha King Aleister said he would leave today, but apparently, he is still around.By the dark look on his face, it’s clear that he didn’t want to stay, but the woman beside him made him anyway. That’s why she is caressing his hand now—it’s a subtle gesture, one that many don’t even notice, but it’s keeping the King grounded here, making it impossible for him to refuse her. If someone had told me Alpha King Aleister was a simp for a Princess, I wouldn’t have believed it. But seeing it from my eyes is different.He does what she wants even when he doesn’t want it. The other two Kings are not different either. Their mates heavily influence them, and they act as one instead of two separate people.I wonder…How that happens…“ How long will it take? ” Alpha King Striker asks, his gaze flickering towards me, then moving back to
ElitaMy jaw hangs low. He did not just say that! But he did. What is wrong with him?!“ You are a pervert, Dustin Landric! The biggest pervert to ever walk in this world. ” I blurt, wrapping the sheet around me tighter.It’s like I am scared he will stroll over and snatch it away before having his way with me. Dustin’s smirk grows wider. “ And here I thought nothing could fluster you, Elita. But now I know your weakness. ” “ What weakness? ” I narrow my eyes on him.He steps closer, his voice dropping to a whisper. “ praises get you flustered. I am going to have so much fun exploiting that specific weakness. ”I gape at him, feeling my pulse quicken. “ Go have fun with someone else! I will never be in a mood to have fun with you. Never ever. Do you understand? NEVER! ”“ We will see. ” He shrugs, still smug and confident.“ Oh, I see. The mate bond is making you lose your mind. And you are all needy after last night. But you know what? You won’t get me into your bed no matter what y
ElitaThe first thing I notice as I stir awake is the warm weight of the blanket covering me, the soft sheets brushing against my skin. A strange sensation prickles along my spine, and I shift slightly, realizing just how sore my body feels. All that tiredness and the feeling of his fingers inside me still lingers. The memories from last night flash in my mind, and my cheeks heat. Dustin's touch, his words, the way he made me—No. Stop it, Elita.I attempt to sit up, but a strange sensation of being watched holds me back. Blinking against the golden light streaming through the windows, I glance towards the wing chair tucked in the corner of the room. My breath catches.Dustin.He is there, his large frame sprawled out, his head tilted to the side as he sleeps. The faint sunlight kisses his sharp features—the defined jaw, the slightly tousled dark hair, the relaxed curve of his lips. My heart stutters for reasons I don’t understand.Why is he sleeping there? I frown, pulling the she
DustinThe room is quiet, save for the soft rhythm of Elita’s breathing. Her chest rises and falls beneath the sheets, her hair fanning out over my pillow like a halo, and I can’t look away.I sit at the edge of the bed, my elbows resting on my knees as I watch her. The moonlight filters through the window, casting a silvery glow over her face. Her lashes are shadows against her cheeks, her lips slightly parted, tempting in ways I can barely comprehend.She is too still, too peaceful, and I hate how much I want to ruin that peace.I lean forward, my hand gripping the edge of the bed as I watch her. Her lips are slightly parted, soft, and tempting. They have been driving me insane all night, and the craving to taste them burns hotter than ever.Leaning forward, I rest my elbows on the bed, the ache inside me intensifying with every second that passes. The urge to touch her is maddening, clawing at the edges of my self-control. I want to run my fingers along the curve of her jaw, down