Serenity’s POVIt was amazing to see the playful side of Alpha Gavin as we played in the water and chased after each other in the pool. I needed this moment with him as I’d be leaving soon. There was no use being in a soil mood with everything going on. I felt carefree in the water - like a pup again. I don’t regret that we came for a run, and I learned to swim quickly.My wolf was quick-witted like that. I am a fast learner at that, too.As we stepped out of the water, I paused and looked at the mon, wondering if the moon goddess had answered my prayers for real that night. I want to believe she brought Alpha Gavin to my rescue against the rogues and brought him to my life as more than a friend. Something inside me wanted to think this was the truth, and as I stood there looking at the therapeutic moon high above me, I felt a wave of peace permeating my senses.Selene, the moon goddess, subtly told me everything would be okay.Alpha Gavin moved towards me and hugged me in his large
Serenity’s POVI wanted the kiss to last forever. When Alpha Gavin pulled away, it felt wrong for it to end. Tears streamed down my cheeks, and his hands moved to wipe them away as he said, "You don’t have to leave. You could just reject him and stay here with me. Let me be the one to handle the consequences that come with it.”His words sounded convincing, and I wished I could accept his offer, but I begged to defer. I wouldn’t want to cause trouble between two amiable packs, and I won’t put Alpha Gavin in a position where he would be at loggerheads with Black Gem. I needed to settle this independently and ensure peace was the outcome.Looking into Alpha Gavin’s eyes, I tell him: “This is my responsibility. I can’t be the reason you and Alpha Brady fight. It’d kill me knowing that two packs are at war because of me.”Alpha Gavin’s hands moved to cup my cheek. “You are worth dying for,” he said as he stepped closer to emphasize his point.A tear strolled my cheeks as never seeing him
Serenity’s POVThe journey was quiet, as Bentley could tell I needed all the quiet I could get. It was hard to bottle my tears, and for the first brief moments in the car, I let it all out as I looked out the window at the scenery pervading my sight.A little over halfway to Black Gem, Bentley coughed and held his hand to me: “I’m sorry you must go through all this. I wish we could have lived as a family all those years.”My head turned to stare at Bentley. I couldn’t believe he regretted it, too. If I had been at Yellow Gem, I’d never have been around Brady or even known him. But that could have been worse. I could have married a toxic mate.Living with him made me know his actual color. And Lottie could have him for all I care. But still, I’d not have felt pain from their union. I would meet and mate Alpha Gavin before him.And maybe, down the road, it’d have been easier on Brady to reject me without strings attached or a sense of entitlement.Either way, none of this was Bentley’
Serenity’s POVBentley could read my expression as frustration over being unable to make a promise to me. He stared at me for a long moment, and I almost forgot he was driving.“Promise me that you will seek my help when it gets too much. I also promise not to interfere except when you ask for my help.” “Fair enough. Deal.” I agreed to his offer because why not?During the rest of the journey to Black Gem, Bentley asked about my adoptive parents and what their behavior was like. I told him the truth. They were good to me, and never would I have known I was adopted if not that I was fated to their son.Growing up under their wings was beautiful, other than Brady's constant overprotectiveness, which turned out to be toxic. And a part of me thinks it must have been because we were fated to be with each other all along. I wonder if Brady’s wolf sensed it. Perhaps that could be why he was so overbearing. Either way, Brady was a thorn in my flesh, and she had not changed even with Lottie b
Serenity’s POVBentley, a man of commanding presence, took the lead to step down from the car. He strode to my door side, his eyes fixed on Brady with an intensity that could not be ignored, before finally opening my door.He held my hand as he opened the door for me, and I took it. Stepping outside the car, I stood next to him, and I looked up at Brady, still standing with his hands in his pocket. He gave me a curious stare at Bentley and whispered in my ear.Bentley had assured me he’d be here for me.Lurching forward to the door, I got in and climbed the steps, still holding his hand. I needed all my help since Alpha Gavin wasn’t here.Once we had reached the peak of the stairs, Brady was face-to-face with us.I kicked off the introduction.“Brady, this is my birth brother, Bentley.” I stopped there, not bothering to introduce Bentley to Brady.Who didn’t know who Brady was by now?Brady gave me a brief stare before facing Bentley. “I’m surprised you are here.”“And why is that?” B
Serenty’s POVOn the spot, butterflies began to move in my belly as the mate bond between us sparked, and my wolf gave out a howl. I quickly moved backward from him, not wanting to do something I’d regret. My breathing became difficult as I did this, and I looked at him with a warning gaze: “Don’t ever touch me like that again.”Goddess knew that graze on my cheek wasn’t innocent.And though we were mates, I felt it inappropriate he’d touch his sister like that when he was bonded to Lottie.Brady took a step towards me. I waved a hand in disapproval - stopping him abruptly. I couldn’t risk it or, worse yet, touch me again. Brady then looked at me with sadness: “Serenity, I’ve not been the best brother to you - I know that. But I don’t want to mess up as your mate.”“You already did. There's no need to apologize. It’s too late now. And none of this is your fault. Neither of us asked for this, so I'm just complicating matters.” I shut him up.But he was not quick to get discouraged.“
Serenity’s POVBrady looked at me, shocked that I had accepted his proposition, as I set down the empty glass on his desk and walked past him towards the office door without saying anything else. All I need to do is hold on till Sunday and be done with his bullshit.Hopefully, he’d keep saying he would reject me by then.As I neared the entrance, Brady stopped me: “Where are you heading? We just struck a deal.”“What does that have to do with anything? By the way, I will say hi to our parents.” I emphasised the “our “ to imply we are still siblings, and nothing more than that can brew between us regardless of a useless mate bond.Not turning to face him, I slammed the door behind me.It was lunchtime at this hour, and I knew my parents would be at the kitchenette having a relaxing meal. I wanted to surprise them with my presence. Plus, this was a good excuse to be away from my psychopath brother.But as I stepped out into the kitchenette, I froze when I saw Lottie serving more colesla
Serenity’s POVRather than giving Bentley the requested information, Brady said he would brief him later. I knew that was just an excuse. There may have been no business trip, and I wondered what Brady had up his sleeve.Bentley didn’t pursue the matter, but I’m sure he had his detective cap on for what Brady had in mind.Lunch was brought out for Bentley and me as Brady joined us at the table. Lottie began talking about all the preparations against Saturday as we cared. She was the most excited about her coronation.I pretended to listen to her as Brady was busy looking at me like I was some lost treasure he had found. I tried to ignore his stares and figured this would be harder than I had thought.A constant reminder of the mate bond appeared in his eyes and consumed me. I found it hard to even focus on anything but Brady.I wondered how I’d switched so fast from Iron Lady Margaret Thatcher to softie Pattie Brown.Could I survive till Sunday?That was long enough for any significan
Serenity’s P.O.V.Who would have thought that our last-minute enemy victim would be Bentley - my sweet and loving brother who could not hurt a fly except for justice?What Lucho's bastardity had caused him! What his craziness had cursed us!By now, he was walking towards me, glinting in his eye like he wouldn't hurt me.But soon, his eye colour changed to a deeper orange, and he lifted me above his shoulders - wanting to strike me against the floor."No!" Alpha Cruz aimed for his leg, which caused him to lose balance.I fell with a terrible pain to my ache.With no time to waste, Alpha Cruz landed on me.Bentley picked him up instead, and just when he was about to throw him against the wall, someone shot a poisoned dart at Bentley's carotid sheath on his neck. That meant instantaneous death.I quickly got up, recovering from the shock so Bentley wouldn't fall atop me.Just like that, the bottle-weary war had ended with a poisoned dart.But who had shot it?It never even occurred to m
Serenity's P.O.V.To my shock, Alpha Gavin and his parents had come - alongside Penn and Claudia.“Lucho bastard, you die today!” Alpha Atticus roared at him in his command Alpha tone.Lucho grinned. "I see the whole crew came." "We have heard enough of your tyranny. Enough is enough!" Luna Bella bellowed."Serenity, I'm sorry for ruining your wedding - which gave this bastard the guts to kidnap you…""This is not the time for an apology, Penn!" Claudia whispered, but I could hear her coughing. Claudia then continued, "This is just the right time to finish off this bastard scientist and his psychopath," she said, pointing at Vino.Like the psychopaths they were, Lucho and Vino roared in laughter, tears spilling from the corner of their eyes."But if this is of any comfort, Penn rejected Alpha Gavin." Claudia chipped.At this moment, I couldn't be angry with Penn and Gavin.I was more than glad they had come to the rescue. A greater comfort would be to revive my brother…Even at that,
Serenity's P.O.V.Lucho was still trying to put his words together when a soft knock could be heard on the door.Expecting it to be one of his men, Lucho flung back on his shirt and beckoned on his standing guard to open the door.I had just noticed a third party in that room.He had stood like a silent shadow at the far end of the library corridor - right in Lucho's room.Maybe if I had seen him earlier, I'd have known he wouldn't try making love to me in the presence of his men.Once the door opened, we both were surprised to see who was at the door."Who had let you in without my consent?" Lucho's voice became cold, and his stern gaze could almost command submission from any Alpha except Vino.Alpha Vino - a vile snake.Neither here nor there.He moved like the wind.One couldn't decipher whose side he was on.Rumour had it that he was the only Alpha that made Lucho on edge."I'm here to present you a gift." Alpha Vino said."And what could that be?" He asked, still maintaining a fr
Serenity's POVI woke up in a cosy bed full of sunlight.Immediately, I jerked up from sleep when I saw Lucho lying by my side. "What are you doing here?" I asked him, suddenly noticing I had a new change of clothes."I should be asking you." He retorted. "You sure sleep like a baby." He rather commented."Where is my brother?" "Relax. He is with my cousin right now." He replied, and I eased, but not completely."And what would your cousin do to him?" I became afraid. "Hope you're not going to hurt him." Rather than answer, he got up from the bed and walked over to me. "That depends on your behaviour tonight." He leaned close to my ears, and I tried to move, but he gripped my arms in a loving embrace. "And not just tonight. Always."I gulped while he studied my countenance. "Relax. I've not had a woman in this room for donkey years. Ever since your brother killed my beloved. You look so much like her. And now, I've taken an interest in you. For that, I won’t hurt you. But you mustn
Serenity's POVI had only heard that Lucho was a mad scientist, but I didn't know the extent to which his experiments had gone until I saw something that looked like a giant bird. It mimicked an aeroplane, but it wasn't one.I was too stunned to speak.I was hoping he'd at least shove me inside. Only to see his hands stretched gently to take mine."Come in. I promise I won't hurt you." His voice contrasted with the negative things I'd heard about him. At this moment, he didn't seem evil."I don't want to go with you." I put up a defiant tone. Not so defiant, though.I tried as much as possible to hide my shaky tone."That is not your choice to make. You must come with me if you want the people you love alive." His tone remained gentle, but a rising firmness rose beneath it.I had better not provoke him."What would you do with me? What do you want? Why are you attacking us?" I had a lot of questions for him.I didn't think he'd answer them, but then, I was desperate."Alpha Gavin bro
Serenity's P.O.V.How could he show up when his life was forfeit?What if Alpha Gavin saw him?Why did he have to stir up trouble again?I'm wedding today. He should be far from me if he wants my happiness indeed. Is he here to wreck my wedding? Because that will not work.I became a bit agitated, but I did not let it show. He walked up to me smiling, stretching out a hand. I let him. This would be the last time he would be too close for comfort."You look stunning and peaceful," he complimented me, and I didn't know how to reply, so I just looked at him."I have known you for ages, Serenity. First, as my adopted sister. And then my fated mate. We've been through a lot. You wanted to give us a chance, but I realised it was too late. It's my cross to carry for life, but I'm glad the goddess had favoured you and did not leave you as I did. Alpha Gavin is a great guy, and he loves you to boot. I want you to know that you have my blessing as someone who was once a brother, Serenity. We m
Serenity's P.O.V.Penn readjusted on her seat and continued. "Dick assassination is slang for feasting on his dick like a beastly whore. You feast on him so well that he feels like his soul is leaving his body.""Oh, I see. Make his soul leave his body each time he craves intimacy." I took a quick mental note."This is when you rock your man's dick shamelessly and constantly bring him on edge - not allowing him to release until you permit him. Let me tell you how to edge a man. There are different ways to do that. Including how to use your thumb and forefinger. Are you ready?" Penn asked, and I hurriedly nodded in response. "Get him close to cumming, then squeeze the area between his balls and anus while talking dirty. Then, allow him to rest for at least 1 minu
Serenity's P.O.V."And made me orgasm countless times. He takes his time in bed. But he knows how to discipline me when the occasion calls for it." I told her. I was getting aroused talking about it. But Penn was just getting started."I'm glad you got some good dick. That's a man right there! This night - it'd be your turn to ride him and fuck his brains out. Don't go easy on him…"She started to give advice, and I had to raise my hands to stop her. "Penn, thanks for the jewellery, but we must listen now. Two hours is up…"Instead, Penn cut in, forcing me to sit. "Before we head out, let me coach you a little. You know I'm an expert in this field. I could teach you a lot. Just because a man has fucked you
Serenity's P.O.V.We arrived there, and our attendants were waiting to take Luna Bella's order.Epsom salt, mirrors, and scented oils - all sorts of beauty treats. I knew it would take a while to get me washed up.An omega gave me a special herbal paste on my gum and tongue.After brushing, my teeth got cleaner and whiter than usual.It was beautiful, and I had to ask what was in the herbal paste.I was told it was a mixture of clove, pink salt, cardamom, cinnamon, parasite flusher, and turmeric powder, among other things.I promised myself that I would make it a habit to use thi