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Desired Mate Apologies.
CATHERINE Kane’s arms tightened around me as I rested against him so intimately. But then the door flew open with a loud thud, breaking the spell.“Apologies for barging in,” Damon’s gruff voice cut through the silence like a blade. “But I need to speak with you, Kane.”I practically leapt out of Kane’s arms, heat rising to my cheeks as I turned away, mortified that we had been caught in such a vulnerable moment. Kane, however, seemed unbothered. He casually leaned back against the pillows, getting irritated a bit though.“Damon,” Kane uttered with a warning. “Do you have any idea how to knock?”Damon folded his arms across his chest, unfazed. “I’d rather be rude than delay matters that are important.”“And those ‘important matters’ couldn’t wait a few more minutes?” Kane replied sarcastically.I cleared my throat, trying to shake off the embarrassment. “I should go—”“No,” Kane interrupted firmly, his hand reaching out to lightly touch my wrist. “You don’t have to leave just becau
Last Updated : 2024-11-28Desired Mate What if he knew?
CATHERINE I couldn’t believe what I had done.The moment our lips touched, it was like I had been swept away by some unseen force. Damon’s warmth, his steady presence—it all felt so consuming. But just as quickly as I was drawn in, I felt a bit of shame.I pushed him away, harder than I intended, and stumbled back a step.The vendor, oblivious to my inner turmoil, clapped her hands together, grinning ear to ear. “Ah, such passion! What a beautiful couple you make.”My face burned, and I raised my hand, shaking my head vehemently. “No, no! We’re not a couple.”Damon stood silent beside me, his expression unreadable as he rubbed the back of his neck.The vendor tilted her head, unconvinced. “Not a couple? Well, my dear, perhaps it’s fate then. There’s clearly an attraction between you two, stronger than you realize.”I could feel the heat rising in my chest. “It’s not like that!”But the woman wasn’t listening. She prattled on with a dreamy look on her face. “Ah, young love. You ca
Last Updated : 2024-11-28Desired Mate Give him time.
CATHERINE As the door shut, I was left standing there, stunned and shaken. What unnerved me most wasn’t Kane’s angry outburst but the split-second eye contact we shared before the door closed. His piercing gaze locked onto mine, and in that moment, I felt anger, pain, and something I couldn’t quite place. My hands trembled as I clutched the basket of food I had so painstakingly prepared.It felt like the purpose of my visit was completely destroyed. The confidence I had mustered earlier had vanished. Swallowing hard, I turned and started walking back toward my chambers with unease.On the way, I ran into Zelda. She was always graceful as usual. Her sharp eyes immediately focused on me as if she could see the turmoil I was trying so desperately to hide.“Catherine,” she uttered. “Are you alright?”I forced a smile and nodded, tightening my grip on the basket. “Yes, I’m fine, Zelda.”She raised an eyebrow, clearly unconvinced. “You look pale. Where are you coming from?”My heart skippe
Last Updated : 2024-11-28Desired Mate A figment of imagination.
CATHERINE The first sensation that registered as I woke was a tender caress on my cheek. My skin tingled under the gentle pressure, and soon I felt soft kisses peppering my face, starting from my temple, my forehead, my nose. A low moan escaped me as my eyes fluttered open.“Kane?” I whispered groggily, blinking several times to adjust.There he was, sitting beside me. “Good morning, sleepyhead,” he greeted me warmly.At first, I thought it was a dream, a figment of my imagination that would dissolve as soon as I reached out. But when I rubbed my eyes and found him still there, my heart skipped a beat. This wasn’t a dream.I shot up, startled. “What are you doing here? You should be resting!”Kane smirked, leaning back against the bedpost with an air of nonchalance. “Obviously, I’m feeling well enough to come see you,” he replied, all smiles.His presence should have filled me with relief, but instead, I felt a bit uneasy. My shoulders sagged, and I cast my gaze downward.Kane frowne
Last Updated : 2024-11-29Desired Mate Worst part.
CATHERINE “Kane... why are you asking me that?”Kane’s eyes darkened as he leaned back slightly. His sudden frustration seemed to pull the air from the room, and I held my breath, waiting for him to answer my question. When he finally spoke, his voice carried an undercurrent of simmering anger.“One of my underlings,” he began, “messed up a critical business deal. A top one at that.”I blinked, confused by his response. Of all the things he could have said, I hadn’t expected it to be about business. Well, with Kane one could never tell. I still had a lot to know about him.“A business deal?” I repeated, trying to understand why it had him so agitated.Kane nodded. “Not just any deal. This was one of our most significant ventures, something I’d been working on for years. He was supposed to finalize it, and instead, he ruined everything.”His words were clipped, enough to cut. I shifted nervously on the bed, unsure how to respond. “What did he do exactly?”Kane’s lips pressed into a t
Last Updated : 2024-11-29Desired Mate Start of something new.
KANEIt was a day to the scheduled mating ceremony and celebration filled the castle. The distant sounds of laughter and clinking glasses filtered through the walls as preparations for tomorrow’s mating ceremony continued at full speed. Normally, I’d find the chaos of such festivities a nuisance, but today, for some inexplicable reason, it felt... good.Perhaps it was the steady healing of my wounds. The previous relentless pain was now a dull throb, and the worst of it seemed to be behind me. The doctor and Durmas were determined to ensure the scars wouldn’t be too noticeable as it healed—a task that appeared to consume them far more than it did me. A scar or two was the least of my worries, but I wasn’t going to argue with their enthusiasm. Durmas had to intervene in the treatment be ause of how I got the wound. At first, normal methods seemed to fail. But after he lent his hands, the healing no doubt got better.Durmas stood at the foot of the room, sifting through a collection
Last Updated : 2024-11-29Desired Mate Everything must be perfect.
BOOK CATHYCHAPTER 52CATHERINE The sunlight streamed through the tall windows of the fitting room. I stood in front of a gilded mirror, trying on yet another dress as Zelda and one of her friend, Lady Amara, scrutinized me like hawks. Zelda had chosen Lady Amara to come with us because she knows a lot about fashion and an extra eye wouldn't be bad to check the cloths, just as Zelda said.“This one has potential,” Zelda said, circling me slowly. Her sharp eyes scanned every seam of the champagne-colored gown. “The cut flatters your figure, but the color doesn’t really fit.”Lady Amara nodded in agreement. “Something richer, perhaps? Red or emerald. She needs to stand out tomorrow, not blend into the background.”I sighed, glancing at my reflection. “I feel like a mannequin being dressed for display,” I muttered under my breath.Zelda’s ears caught the remark, and she fixed me with a stern look. “This is no time for such complaints, Catherine. Tomorrow is your mating ceremony, and
Last Updated : 2024-11-29Desired Mate Stunning.
CATHERINE The clock struck close to midnight, and my heart pounded with anticipation as I stood before the mirror in my chambers. The shimmering black gown I wore hugged my figure perfectly. My hair had been styled intricately, cascading in soft waves down my back, and the ceremonial pendant rested against my collarbone, a symbol of the union I was about to embark upon.Mia entered, her eyes widening as she took me in. “You look stunning, my lady,” she said with awe.I offered her a small smile, though my nerves threatened to take over. “Do you think it’s too much?” I asked, turning slightly to inspect the dress again.“Too much?” she echoed, shaking her head. “It’s perfect. The King won’t be able to take his eyes off you.”The mention of his name made my stomach flutter. Taking a deep breath, I stepped away from the mirror. “Let’s go.”The walk to the arena felt like an eternity. The air was crisp, the night sky clear and studded with stars. As we approached, I could hear the dis
Last Updated : 2024-11-30
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Desired Mate That mustn't happen.
CATHERINE Kane walked forward, towards the men, and I couldn’t help but notice the way his presence instantly drew the attention of the two men.“I’m sorry, but I have a proposition for you both” he began calmly, the kind of tone that didn’t invite much argument.The men exchanged glances before the older one spoke. “Do I know you from somewhere?”My heart skipped a beat. Could it be that they recognized Kane? No! That mustn't happen. “I doubt you do.” Kane replied but the man's eyes remained squinted, trying to recall if he has seen Kane before.“But you do look familiar.” the second man supported but Kane shrugged his words off, not bothering to respond to him.“I would like it if you can assist us out of the borders, please.”“We’re already pushing our luck with these two,” the man gestured toward the woman and her daughter, “so whatever you’re proposing—”Kane cut him off, pulling something from his cloak with a deliberate motion. The glint of gold caught the dim light, and I ga
Desired Mate I have an idea.
CATHERINE The sun was beginning to set when Kane and I finally emerged from the forest. My legs ached from the relentless pace, and every breath felt heavier than the last. We were now in the city and I was obviously relieved.We were closer to safety. But that relief evaporated as soon as we spotted the guards stationed near the border, inspecting every traveler with unnerving scrutiny.Kane tensed beside me, scanning the checkpoint. He grabbed my hand gently, pulling me toward a shaded alleyway where we wouldn’t be spotted. “We can’t go any further, I guess” he said, clearly frustrated.I leaned against the wall, taking a moment to catch my breath. “What now?” I asked, keeping my voice equally hushed. “Aren’t the people you wanted to contact nearby?”He shook his head. “No. They’re outside the city. Far beyond the borders.”“So, what do we do?” I pressed, though I knew he didn’t have an answer yet.Kane didn’t respond immediately. Instead, he leaned back against the wall.“Give m
Desired Mate Let's do that.
CATHERINE “What now?” I whispered with urgency as my mind raced.Kane’s eyes flicked toward the entrance. “We have to leave,” he said in a tone that brooked no argument. “If Damon’s nearby, it’s only a matter of time before he finds us.”I frowned, glancing toward the entrance as though I might catch a glimpse of the man who had caused us so much pain. “Are you sure he didn’t trail you here?”Kane shook his head firmly. “No. I would’ve smelled him on the way.” He paused. “But it doesn’t matter how he found us. His scent is getting stronger, Catherine. We can’t stay here.”His words hit me like a punch to the gut. My mind raced with a million questions, but the one that came out was the most immediate. “Where are we going?”His lips pressed into a thin line, his gaze scanning the cave as though answers might materialize from the stone walls. “I don’t know yet,” he admitted. “But if we want to live, we have to leave.”My stomach twisted at his words. The raw seriousness in his voic
Desired Mate I can smell him.
KANEThe moment I walked into the cave, Catherine’s eyes lit up. She sat up from the makeshift bed she had put together, her body language already radiating curiosity.“Kane,” she began with urgency, “what happened? What’s the outcome of your trip?”I shrugged my shoulders and sat down opposite her, trying to gather my thoughts. “I made it to the castle,” I said. “I encountered Durmas. He was the only one there, and he filled me in on everything.”Her brows knitted in confusion. “Durmas? What was he doing there? And what did he tell you?”I recounted the entire encounter in detail: Durmas's revelations about the council’s schemes, the kill order on my head, and the council’s plans to name Damon as Alpha Regent. As I spoke, Catherine listened intently, her gaze never leaving mine. She absorbed every word, her lips pressed into a thin line.When I finished, she sat back slightly, her eyes narrowing in thought. Then, after a long pause, she tilted her head and asked, “Do you trust Durma
Desired Mate Turn me in.
KANEThe quiet steps of Durmas echoed faintly against the stone walls as I followed him deeper into the castle’s underbelly. My senses were on high alert, eyes scanning for anything out of place, but my focus was split. Why was he here? And why hadn’t he sounded the alarm to the guards or Damon’s minions? As we rounded another corner, I couldn’t hold my tongue any longer. "Durmas," I uttered. "What’s going on? Why are you here, and why aren’t you turning me in?"He stopped abruptly, his robes swaying slightly with the motion. Turning to face me, his expression was unreadable, but his eyes burned with intensity. "After the events of the mating ceremony," he began, carrying a voice that demanded attention, "a great many things unraveled in the aftermath."I crossed my arms and arched an eyebrow. "Such as?"Durmas let out a slow breath, his gaze drifting for a moment as if gathering his thoughts. Then, he began to recount everything that had transpired. "The council convened almo
Desired Mate Answers.
KANEThe early morning air was crisp, the kind that bit at your skin and made every breath sharp in your lungs. I moved swiftly through the forest, the damp leaves crunching beneath my boots.I knew I shouldn’t have left so early, not in the state I was in, but I couldn’t stay idle any longer. Every fiber of my being demanded answers, even if it meant risking my life to get them. My destination was clear: the castle.As I made my way through the dense woods, my heightened senses picked up everything—the distant chirping of birds, the rustle of leaves in the breeze, even the faint sound of water flowing from a nearby stream. It was all background noise compared to the one sound I dreaded most: footsteps.The first sign of trouble came when I crossed the old stone bridge leading to the outskirts of the castle grounds. The scent hit me first, a group of Lycans. I took a moment to observe them and found out they were Damon’s minions.I crouched low, keeping to the shadows as I scanned the
Desired Mate Not as long as I live.
KANEThe makeshift bed Catherine had arranged from the clothes she’d brought was a far cry from the luxury I was used to, but it served its purpose. She’d done what she could to make it comfortable, but the cramped space meant we had no choice but to share it. It wasn’t my type of thing, but I wasn’t going to complain—not when I knew how much she’d already sacrificed for me.We lay there, shoulder to shoulder and for a while, neither of us spoke. Finally, she broke the quiet. “Don’t you think I should call the doctor to check on you again?”I turned my head toward her, meeting her worried eyes. “I’m fine, Catherine,” I replied. “Now that I’m conscious and in a better state of mind, my healing abilities are kicking in. You don’t need to worry.”She frowned, her lips pressing into a thin line. “That doesn’t mean you’re completely okay,” she countered. “Just because you’re awake doesn’t mean the poison’s effects are gone. You might need—”I cut her off gently but firmly. “Catherine,
Desired Mate A faint trace of scent.
KANERoaming through the endless expanse of the forest, my legs felt like lead, dragging with every step. The ground beneath me was damp and uneven, but I hardly noticed anymore. My body was running on pure instinct, driven by a hollow ache in my chest that refused to subside. The world around me had become a blur of greens and browns.And then I caught it, a faint trace of her scent. Catherine.The smell was so faint, so fleeting, that for a moment I thought I’d imagined it. My breath hitched as the familiar odour sent different emotions crashing over me: longing, anger, and that deep, gut-wrenching hurt that seemed to have taken permanent residence inside me. But the scent was too weak, diluted with something unfamiliar. Someone else.I clenched my fists, claws digging into my palms. It wasn’t her. It couldn’t be. She wouldn’t be here, not after everything. And if she was... if she was, then why did her scent carry traces of someone else? The thought alone was enough to make my bl
Desired Mate You can't.
CATHERINE Kane's face remained stoic, his piercing gaze fixed on me, but I could see the doubt in his eyes. He didn’t outright dismiss what I had said, yet I could tell he wasn’t ready to fully accept it either.When I opened my mouth to speak again, to plead with him to understand, he cut me off with a sharp shake of his head."I need to see it for myself," he said flatly, devoid of emotion."Kane, you can’t—"He raised a hand, silencing me. "I’m going to check things out," he stated firmly, leaving little room for argument.But he had underestimated me. I was no longer the timid woman afraid to speak her mind. My voice rose, tinged with frustration and desperation. "You’re not going anywhere, Kane!"His eyes widened slightly, more in surprise than anger. I didn’t care."Do you think I’ve been running around, risking my life for you to just throw it all away with your stubbornness?" I yelled, stepping closer to him, my chest heaving. "You’re not well! The doctor said you need time
