- Xavier -I cannot understand why my father will act out of will where I am concerned. This is my life and I should be allowed to make a decision for myself. Princess or not, Kira was who I wanted. He had no right to dictate for me, and I told him so.He barely looked at me above his nose from his study table."Father, you are not saying anything," I said after waiting for a moment, and he still did not say anything."You are an ingrate," will be his words when he finally spoke. My mouth fell lightly."Why will you say such words to me?" I asked him, slightly annoyed."You think you are something because you are the crowned prince but you forget that I am first your father, the Alpha King. I have built up the pack to where it is today with all the power and authority we have, not you. So every respect and honour you get is because of me. But what did you do? Slap me in the face by choosing that lowly maid over the prestigious princess you are betrothed to. Have you thought for a seco
- Marcus -"King Marcus," Franklin called in his usual deep and calm voice. "You said you wanted to discuss something very important with me.""So did I," I affirmed, adjusting on my seat and he looked at me, his face serious and expectant. "It's about my daughter and your son. I know you don't need anyone to tell you what's happened between the two.""Of course, and once again, I apologise for that," he said and I waved it away."That's fine. Although your son did act out of place but considering my daughter's feelings, I still feel the marriage can work."I noticed Franklin's face fell when I said that but the expression did not last long on his face."May I ask why?" He asked. "Did...did the princess tell you that?"I observed him closely, wondering why he seemed unhappy that I wanted Giselle to get back with his son."My daughter doesn't have to tell me," I told him. "I know her well and even though she tries to act as if all is well, I know deep down she is sad. You will agree wi
- Giselle -My mind raced for a few seconds while Father waited for me to say something."That is so considerate of you father," I stated while struggling with the choice of words in my head. "And I appreciate that you want to make things work between me and Xavier. Let's see how it goes."I couldn't make him think I feel otherwise, lest he confirm that I do not want anything to do with Xavier and ask them away. So long as Franklin is still here, I will manage Xavier."That's my girl," my father beamed happily and opened his arms for an embrace. I will have to be tactical with this.- Franklin -I tried to convince myself that I was not upset about the recent development but I couldn't get my mind off it. I wanted to know badly if it was Giselle herself who consented to this. Doesn't she want me? I am sure she felt the bond between us as much as I did. But the little pretty witch keeps running away from me.Bethroted to my son or not, I cannot let her slip out of my hands unless she r
- Giselle -I had not noticed someone was sitting on a stool in the corner of my room."How did you get in here?" I asked, my hands falling to my sides. When his eyes met mine, cold shivers ran down my spine. His countenance was not as soft as before. Standing before him now, I felt just like I would in my life before."You did not tell me if you enjoyed your dinner?" Alpha Franklin asked again, unsmiling. I did not know what to say.He stood up and walked towards the door where I stood, I quickly shifted."Can you leave now?" I said quietly and his gaze softened, sadly."Are you sending me away?" He asked."No," I swallowed hard. "But you shouldn't be seen here.""Why?" While he spoke, he kept moving close to me and I tried moving away till I was against the wall."This is not right," It was a desperate appeal. He was closing in on me."What is not right?" His voice was dangerously low and... seductive!"What if someone finds you here?" I asked trying to say something, anything at al
- Kira -I was worried about everything that's happened. Xavier promised me he was going to stand by me and make sure I get married to him, but that doesn't seem to be happening anytime soon.I was tired of people pointing accusing fingers at me, and worse still, I had to serve Giselle, for I am her personal maid.I wanted to be relieved of my duties, but that can only happen when I am official with Xavier. I decided to take matters into my own hands. Xavier had promised to talk to his father but since he was not yielding, I might try getting to him myself.If only I could get Alpha Franklin to approve of me, I would not have to worry about anything anymore.I took my time and prepared a special meal for him. After carefully arranging it in a tray, I went to his room and the guards let me in.He seemed busy on his study table. I let out a deep shaky breath before I approached him."Greetings, alpha," I bowed lowly, noticing the tray shaking in my hands. He did not reply. "I prepared t
- King Marcus -I racked my head while I was seated with the emissaries, royal men from four different packs who had come to me with some matters at hand.I knew they held me with great esteem to have tabled the matter before me; therefore, I wanted to give a befitting answer but was finding it difficult to make a decision.King Franklin and his son were there as well, as my guest. Another reason these packs had come was because they had words Alpha Franklin was around."Greetings, Father," I heard Giselle's voice across the room and all heads turned to her. She was elegantly dressed. She walked in fully to the room and greeted everyone respectfully."The princess is so pretty," there were low murmurings in the hall when I introduced everyone to her, and they nodded their heads with approval."We've heard a lot about the princess," someone commented. "We did not expect any less and she meets it up.""Thank you," I said and returned to the main discussion after the brief distraction.-
Chapter 13- Franklin -"Alpha, everything has been put in place, and your ride is ready for the journey tomorrow," One of my guards told me, and I nodded.Just then, King Marcus walked in."I see you have everything set for your journey," he commented."Yes, I do," I affirmed. "I will be leaving first thing tomorrow in the morning.""I was enjoying your company, really. I hoped you could stay much longer," he said."I wish the same, but something came up which requires my presence. Since Xavier is here, he can cover up where needs be and it will enable him to bond well with the princess.""Well if you say so. I just want to make sure everything you need for your journey is intact.""Yes it is," I replied, looking around."Alright then. Have a peaceful night's rest," he bid me goodbye and headed for the door. I escorted him out and closed it behind him.I was almost tempted to ask if the Princess cared to ask about me, but I was able to hold myself. I walked to the wardrobe to change
Chapter 14- Giselle -What did I just do? I gathered the sheets to cover my bare chest. I allowed Franklin to make love to me...what was I thinking?But despite that, I tried to will myself to feel some shame; I was excited instead. What the hell is wrong with me?"Giselle..." Franklin's deep voice jolted me off my thoughts. "What are you thinking about?""We shouldn't have done this," I said, sounding as remorseful as I could. "This is wrong. What will my father think? What will everyone think?""Hey, calm down," he said, and his voice was the most soothing sound ever. "Look at me."I couldn't, I looked in every direction but his face. He moved his body closer and I felt chills."Why don't you look at me?" He spoke again and lifted his hand to my chin. He turned my face towards him."You're so beautiful," he said. In a few seconds, he was able to deviate my mind from the worry I harbour. I couldn't help the blush. "Your father doesn't have to know about this unless you want him to.
- Kira -I prepared some food for Aunt Cleopatra or should I rather say, my mother-in-law-to-be, and took it to her room.Everywhere smelled of a mixture of smoke and mint and she was wearing a short black dress. She did not look like a mother at all. She looked like a badass divorced woman who doesn't take any mess from anyone.Her presence filled me with so much uncertainty and the thought of the things she could do. She replaced her child with her brother's and for years no one knew anything.Somehow, I was glad I was on her team because I couldn't imagine being on the bad side of such a woman."I made you something to eat," I told her and was surprised at the crack in my voice despite all the confidence I had mustered."Sit," she said shortly and I found a stool close to her wardrobe."I am sure by now you know who I really am to Xavier," she started and I nodded."Yes ma'am.""You can call me Cleopatra. Cleo for short.""Alright.""And Xavier tells me you are a mate," she comment
- Kira -I wanted to see Xavier and heard him talking with someone when I got to his door and recognized the voice as his aunt's. I was just about to leave and return later when they were done talking but something caught my ears.I heard him call her mother and I was stunned. I leaned forward towards the door to be sure I heard well and they were talking as mother and child.I noticed the door was open and pulled the knob quietly. I walked in fully with a confused look on my face. At first, they did not notice me and I had to speak when I couldn't hold in the confusion. "What is going on here?" I asked and Xavier turned to look at me."Kira? For how long have you been here?" He asked back and I shook my head."I don't understand. Why are you referring to her as your mother?""She doesn't know," the older woman stated and then asked and Xavier sighed."Not yet," he replied."Doesn't know what?" Nothing was making any sense. "Xavier I thought you said she was your father's sister?""T
- Franklin -Cleopatra was coming? She is my only sister but at this point, I don't think I am ready to have her around, not now. Somehow, for some reason, I really can't tell. But if she's on her way here already, I cannot stop her.I had better let Giselle know about it. She looked a bit nervous when I told her."I never really thought you had a sibling," she said uncertainly."Cleo has been away for a couple of years and she doesn't come around often. You wouldn't know her. Many people don't. She's my elder sister.""Wow..." She muttered and I held her close."Come on, it's nothing to worry about. At least, she's family. You should be happy to meet her.""I don't know. It's just that, I don't know what to expect when I meet her," she said, looking up at me."I understand. But I can almost assure you, you two will get along. Sometimes she can be over but it's not really that bad.""I hope so," she managed a smile. "Well, since you said she'd be here soon I will just go prepare a mea
- Xavier -"Is there anything else you would like me to do for you, my queen?" A maid asked Giselle and she shook her head."I will let you know when I need anything, thank you," she said and the maid walked away. She rested her hand on the stairs and looked down at the pack. Her face fell into a frown when she turned to look at me."Do you like what you see?" I asked her casually."I do," she did not deny. "It's beautiful.""Indeed. I'm sure this is what you have ever wanted in your life and that's why you had to step so low and sleep with my father so you can be here.""It's worth it," she shrugged with a mocking smile."You don't belong here," I told her sternly. "A few weeks ago, I was a visitor in your pack and now you are a visitor in mine as well.""No you are wrong," she waved a finger to my face. "I am not a visitor. I am here to stay."I laughed."And you think I am going to let you? This is my pack, Giselle. And I am the crowned prince, the Alpha of this pack. If you don't
- Frederick - "When are you going to see your father?" I asked Sia as she walked into the room. She dropped the Small basket she was holding and faced me with her hands akimbo. "Why?" She asked back. "Just answer the damn question, you gotta reply with another question," I hissed. "Okay, what is this? What's with you," she threw back at me. "If you have an issue just speak up because you know I know you. You don't always ask about my father except there is something. So you'd better talk." "You know what I like about you?" I tinted my brows. "You are very smart and you know me well." "I am your wife after all," she replied, turning away. "Well, it's true I want to see your father because some things are happening that I don't like. As the head of the Lords, I expect him to put those things in order but he's been cold about it. I think he needs someone to draw his attention to them." "And what's that?" "You ask too many questions," I grunted. "Anyway, it's about Franklin and K
- Kira -I led the men towards the kitchen, trying hard to act as normal as possible, and sorted drinks for them to carry out."I know a place you can leave the hall but we will have to be very careful. You'll move these drinks out with me and act normal," I told them and they nodded."Okay."They quickly wore the aprons, and they looked less like suspects."Hey!" A voice boomed outside and we stopped dead. I turned round to see three hefty palace guards at the door."Hi, can I help you?" I asked with a nervous smile. The men walked in fully with bold eyes that searched everywhere."Yes you can," one of them said. "There are intruders in the palace and we are trying to fish them out."They were looking behind me at Xavier's men."Who are these men?" He finally asked."Why? These are the workers assisting me here," I replied casually with a shrug."It's that so? I have never seen these men before.""That is possible as some of them don't work in the palace before now. They were hired f
- Xavier -I laughed. No, nothing was funny. It was just ridiculous. Father and Giselle were throwing a party for their wedding.So, the two think now that they can actually be together. They might have escaped my plots, but that does not mean anything to me because I was determined to do everything to get rid of them, including my father.I wouldn't have to wait for the child in Giselle's belly. I can't be dragging over anything with a baby. Right now, my father has become my biggest enemy since he could sleep with someone meant for me and not feel bad about it.He became my rival and competition the very day he turned against me and took Giselle into his bed. If I get him out, I become the Alpha of my pack.Either of the two must surely happen. I stationed my men at the party to take down any of the two. I was bent on ruining the wedding and shedding blood, not caring whose blood it was going to be.I sat absentmindedly as the wedding began. As his son, I was automatically invited t
- Franklin -Giselle recovered quickly and I was very happy. However, a couple of thoughts have been running over my mind and I decided to meet her father concerning her."Alpha Franklin, please have your seat," King Marcus said as he ushered me in. "I hope there is no problem?""None at all," I replied as I took a seat beside him. "I just want to discuss with you a few things regarding your daughter, Giselle. I am planning to return to my pack, and I would like to carry her along."He paused for a while thoughtfully and then grunted."Well, I should have prepared for this long before now. After all, she is not going to stay here with me forever, just that it came a bit sudden for me.""I understand, since she's the only one you've got at the moment but I can't leave her. I worry too about the security of your pack in regards to her. I will be able to protect her more when she is with me.""You're right," he agreed with me soberly. "I have been worried too about her safety ever since
- Franklin -I contemplated for a while, finding it difficult to say no to Giselle but not seeing the need to leave at the same time."I think he can do whatever he wants to, even with me here," I finally said, and I saw his face fall. It can't be that deep is it? Whatever. I am not changing my mind on that. Giselle frowned at me with disapproval, and I shrugged.The doctor went ahead to do his checks grumpily and I watched his every movement while holding on to Giselle's hands.At some point, I thought I saw him shaking, and I wondered if I made him uncomfortable and should have left.After a while, he was finally done and walked out. Giselle pinched me lightly."You should have gone out when he said you should," she complained with a pout. "You are so stubborn.""Now how could I have gone with you looking so cute like this," I told her with a smile. "I did not want to leave your side. And I don't like that you are not well. I am taking care of you so you should be grateful I am by y