Pov Eleanor.I opened my eyes instantly, my heart racing as I tried to assimilate the situation. I was alone in my room, the screams from the previous night had ceased, but I couldn't remember how I ended up in bed. I attempted to get up, but my body was sore, and as I leaned closer to the mirror, I noticed some red marks and scratches on my skin. I blinked several times to make sure of what I was seeing when suddenly the door swung open."Emaline..." I murmured upon seeing her before me. She looked like she had come out of a war, her left arm was bandaged, and there were bandages on her forehead. "What happened?" I asked, confused."The Alpha King... he loses control sometimes..." She whispered anxiously, her gaze filled with worry.My mind began to spin with speculations about what could have happened. What could have caused the Alpha King to lose control like that? And what did it mean for all of us in the palace?"I don't understand... What would make him lose control like that?"
Pov eleanorI was still lost in my thoughts when the door swung open abruptly and a stout woman entered the room, her voice echoing with authority, catching everyone's attention."The Alpha King wishes to see all his women before the ball begins. Eleanor, I want you ready in twenty minutes!" she declared, jotting something down on a clipboard with a brisk gesture.Emaline nodded quickly, while Eloise finished styling my hair. The tension in the air was palpable, and from the furious glare that woman shot our way, I deduced she was the head governess, a figure of hierarchical authority above Emaline. A cell phone was always in her hands, and she seemed to be in constant communication with someone, whom I assumed could be the beta of the pack."Let's go, Eloise, help me put Eleanor in her dress!" Emaline said, hurriedly.The dress was stunning, filled with sky-blue pearls that enhanced my light eyes and red hair. Eloise carefully placed a necklace of blue sapphires with diamonds around
Pov EleanorAt that moment, I stared at my hands; I still had some scars from everything I went through with my stepmother, but it's true what they say that troubles... serve to strengthen us, because I wouldn't allow myself to be intimidated by a spoiled, selfish girl who always had everything she wanted and doesn't know what it's like to be in need."Katy Baker... must be hard for you..." I chuckled under my breath, "I mean, you had to beg the Alpha King to accept you, and he only did it for a political alliance, while I was delivered to him quickly and didn't have to make an effort to come to the harem. Obviously, we're not equals. I'm not an Alpha's daughter, and in my old pack, I had a much lower status. But now that we're away from our old packs, look, we have the same title of 'women of the Alpha King'... I mean... You ended up being compared to a slave like me. I would be bothered too if I had made all that effort to be here and not be recognized!" I smirked cynically, seeing
Pov Eleanor.My lips moistened automatically, and a sensation of breathlessness hit me upon seeing him again after so long."Eleanor..." He pronounced my name with unsettling seriousness, his eyes scanning my body from top to bottom. "Eleanor Parker, what are you doing here?" he asked, confused, fixing his gaze on the neckline of my dress. Asher ran his tongue over his lower lip, as if drawn to what he saw. He approached me, wrapping his arms around my waist and whispering in my ear, "You still smell as lovely as before..." My body shivered with his proximity, feeling his breath against my face."Jerk! How dare you?" I pushed him away angrily, causing him to step back, raising his eyebrows in confusion."What's the matter, darling? Missed me?" He smirked sarcastically, his eyes gleaming with malice."Missed you? I'd rather be dead and buried six feet under than have to look at your face again!" I retorted, my voice laden with anger."What's the matter, love? Angry about the little jok
"King Alpha... Alpha Gideon..." I heard Asher's voice sound terrified, and when I lifted my head, Alpha Gideon was right in front of me, with a serious expression on his face. He had pushed Emily away and twisted her arm forcefully in just one quick and agile movement. His strength was unmatched, and he easily restrained her, making everyone around tremble in fear. Not even Asher was a match for the great King Alpha.His eyes, cold and piercing, met mine once again, and he maintained a merciless expression. I lowered my head in shame, tasting the metallic tang of blood dripping from the corner of my mouth. Alpha Gideon showed no mercy or compassion; his presence exuded authority, leaving everyone around in silence, as if they were facing an uncontrollable beast about to emerge.Finally, after long minutes, his deep voice echoed through the hall, breaking the silence with his relentless authority. "What do you think you're doing with my slave?" He growled impatiently, taking a few step
pov eleanor"Eleanor was a virgin when she entered the harem! And I'm sure of that because I deflowered her!" Alpha Gideon interrupted before Asher could finish, surprising everyone. He gestured to the guard, who brought the evidence: a sheet stained with blood.At that moment, I recognized that piece of fabric. It was the same sheet I was wrapped in when I spent my first night with the King Alpha. The truth was that I had done some things with Asher Bennette and even sent intimate photos to him, but there was no penetration, and we didn't fully consummate the act. However, I never mentioned this to anyone, not even my best friend, Amber. After Asher defamed me to the entire pack, who would still believe that I was a virgin? At that moment, I accepted my fate. I never thought the King Alpha would realize that my first time was with him."Then tell me... what punishment... should I apply to you?" the king alpha growled visibly irritated, and Asher took a few steps back in fear."Asher.
Pov Alpha Gideon"I'm sorry... Alpha..." Eleanor began to stammer, her body trembling with fear as her anxious eyes sought mine for any sign of reaction. But instead of words, I decided to silence her with an intense and lingering kiss.Her lips were sweet like cherries, and she was taken aback by the boldness of the gesture. Gradually, my tongue sought entrance, exploring every corner of her mouth, while my hands found their way to her waist, enveloping her firmly. The daylight was already beginning to illuminate the room, highlighting Eleanor's fiery red hair, which seemed to blaze like flames."Mr. Parker... how do you intend to thank me for what I did today?" I asked, gently nibbling on her earlobe,feeling the shiver run through her body as a sigh escaped her parted lips."Thank?" she murmured, surprised by my question, perhaps not expecting such a direct approach."Well... thanks to me, you got your revenge..." I replied seriously, observing every inch of Eleanor's face."Your s
POV Eleanor.A few hours later."Ellen, I'm so glad you're okay... I was so worried," Amber ran towards me and enveloped me in a warm hug. Her smile was contagious, and I couldn't help but smile along with her.Amber entered my room, and I asked the maid to leave us alone; at that moment, the alpha king was still saying goodbye to the other guests, and I had asked to leave the party early because I was tired, my mind was still confused, and in my chest I felt a whirlwind of emotions."What's wrong?" I asked, curious, as she continued to smile mysteriously."There's something different about you... I can feel it!" she said, her eyes shining with enthusiasm."What do you mean? I'm just relieved that Johanna and Emily have finally paid for the harm they did to me," I replied, trying not to let myself be carried away by the hope that was starting to bubble up inside me."Ellen, it's okay... You don't need to hide it from me. I see hope in your eyes. I haven't seen that in you for a long t