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Fated To My Cruel Step-Brother and His Enemy Jin Took Her
Kieran ~~My brows furrowed into a frown as I watched a girl who I thought I would never have to see again walk into the room I was chained in.Yep... It was none other than Lucille, who had a complicated look on her face as she scrutinized me.My blood boiled just from staring at her, so I queried. "I'll ask you again. What the fuck are you doing here?" She wore a red long-sleeve blouse and black jean trousers, her hair made into a ponytail that flowed in front of her chest.Anyway, she folded her arms in front of her chest, pursing her lips. "How can you still be so violent with me? Nimue is gone, Kieran. And from what I hear, it's going to be for her own good so why can't you just reject her and be with me?"The mere thought irritated me. I would've put this bitch in her place if it weren't for the chains that bound me to the walls.Defiantly, I blurted. "Nimue isn't going anywhere. Not while I'm alive. And just so you know, I'm never going to stoop so low to let you back into my
Fated To My Cruel Step-Brother and His Enemy For Her Own Good
After giving the guard the order and sending him away, Delta Lukas turned his gaze to me, a smile on his face. "Where were we? Oh, right. I was informing you of how stupid it would be if you took this girl's life. The Alpha council will just cover up her death while your punishment will only increase."I gritted my teeth but still left my legs wrapped around Lucille's neck. I needed to think fast. Eager to get more clarity, I asked. "What plans were you talking about? What does Jin breaking Nimue out of here have to do with anything?" Delta Lukas sighed, rubbing his forehead. "Dear moon goddess! Now I know why your father complains about you so much." He clicked his tongue, fixing his gaze back on me. "If you hadn't been an idiot and followed orders, you would've known about the 'plan' by now. But instead, you chose to let your emotions guide your actions and look where that has gotten you."My fists clenched subconsciously as I heard those words. I soon began putting the pieces
Fated To My Cruel Step-Brother and His Enemy House Arrest
I began drumming my fingers on the table, my mind dissociating from the Alpha Council meeting as I began to worry.I needed to get out of here. Jin and Nimue were still out there and apart from the threat of Jin, there was still the threat of this rogue werewolf.When it sounded like Gamma Thane was done with his report, my father finally spoke up. "Increase the security details around the northern district and its borders. We can't be sure yet but there's a chance this rogue werewolf means war for our pack."War? All to get Nimue in his grasp? Was the rogue werewolf in question really that desperate?"Okay, if that's all from you Gamma, does anyone else have anything to say?" My father asked, scanning the faces of everyone present including mine. His gaze remained on my face for an uncomfortably long second before he turned it to someone else.When it seemed like no one was about to speak, I raised my hand. "Actually, I have something to say." I cleared my throat steeling my gaze on
Fated To My Cruel Step-Brother and His Enemy Straight From a Soap Opera
Once again, Ulmer hesitated with my question, fiddling her fingers nervously.I tilted my head, waiting patiently for her response. Meanwhile, Scratch was becoming a little impatient. "I know she's our mate's mother, but she's so sketchy. What's she hiding that she doesn't want to tell us?"I also wanted to know that, hence why I waited patiently still. It wasn't like I had a way to escape from this mansion and go find Nimue at the moment.Eventually, Ulmer sighed dejectedly, a wry smile curling up her lips. "My husband died some years back. I thought she would've told you that."I nodded my head, folding my arms in front of my chest. "She did. But I'm asking about her father now. Not your husband."She seemed stunned, but I wasn't stupid. The fact that she referred to the man as her "husband" and not Nimue's father already told me enough, but I needed more context.Finally, Ulmer shut her eyes, drawing in a deep breath. "I was meant to marry her father before her birth. But I betray
Fated To My Cruel Step-Brother and His Enemy The True Jin
Nimue~~"Who was that?"I swerved my head and met Jin's curious gaze on me. My heart thumped in my chest, so many thoughts swirling through my mind like a hurricane."Oh, uh... The person had the wrong number." I stuttered, smiling nervously and hoping he wouldn't notice.But he wasn't convinced in the slightest and stepped forward, causing me to take a step back. He arched an eyebrow, seeming both amused and confused. "What's the meaning of this? Are we suddenly giving each other space after everything we've been through? I thought we've moved past that?"I placed my hands on the table behind me, where the landline, from which I received my father's call, as well as a lamp, stood. "Who were you calling?" I asked, trying to change the subject but he was persistent."Don't try changing the subject."Too bad I was stubborn. "Well, the subject is making me uncomfortable and I just want to know who you were talking to. Or, what? Are you hiding something from me?"His brows furrowed at
Fated To My Cruel Step-Brother and His Enemy Dejected Umbra
My fingers trembled as I slowly turned to face Jin who had a menacing grin on his face.Once again, I was astonished by how different he was now compared to all the times he'd been portraying himself as 'nice'. I mean, he's always been creepy and unnerving, but this current situation was just crazy. Anyway, I pursed my lips, querying him with a rage-filled tone. "What did you just say about my mother?"Jin chuckled, still grasping to his balls. I was pretty sure it was still intact if not, the idiot wouldn't have the guts to still utter threats toward my mother."Come on, don't be a spoilsport, Nimue." He drawled slyly, placing his hand on his knee for support as he slowly got up. I subconsciously clung tighter to the towel around my body, walking backward toward the door. "I knew it! I knew this guy was nothing but trouble from the very first day but neither of you wanted to believe me." Luna complained mentally but I tried my best to ignore her.Now wasn't the time for “I told yo
Fated To My Cruel Step-Brother and His Enemy Lost Cause
I kept my guard up but pretended to be interested in whatever Jin had to say.At that moment, I couldn't help worrying about Kieran. What if Jin had colluded with Alpha Viktor to do something awful to him to ensure he was unable to save me?"Are you ready to apologize for almost killing me back there?" He suddenly asked, bringing me out of my thoughts and pointing at the room which was now wide open thanks to the broken door. I glanced at the room, before turning my gaze to him. "Oh, please! I only kicked you in the groin. You'll live."Jin pursed his lips but nodded his head soon after. "Fine. I'll pardon you on that." He muttered absentmindedly before stretching out his hand to me. "Truce?"I glanced at his outstretched hand with disgust and didn't dare step forward to shake him. Instead, I asked him a question that I needed an answer to right now. "What do you plan to do with me?"Jin chuckled amusingly, placing both his hands on his chest. "Seriously? Don't be like that, Nimue,
Fated To My Cruel Step-Brother and His Enemy Reunion Will Have To Wait
I blinked with a mix of surprise, fear, and excitement, my gaze traveling from my hands to the now broken glass railing of the balcony.This was a penthouse and Jin had taken a fall to the bottom. Meaning, he could be..."By the moon, Umbra, what was that?" Luna finally asked mentally, snapping me out of my trance. My Umbra wolf remained solemnly silent for a while but muttered eventually. "I don't know, but we have to get out of here. Human police might arrive soon."My ears perked up and sure enough, I heard the sound of police sirens from a distance. They still sounded far away, but I wasn't willing to take any chances. "Do you think... Do you think Jin survived that?" Luna asked hesitantly as I waltzed into the living room and picked up my sneakers. I put them on quickly after which I tied up my hair into a ponytail."We don't have time to bother ourselves with that. Let's just–" My words died in my throat when I heard a phone ring. I jumped in fright at first but sighed when
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Fated To My Cruel Step-Brother and His Enemy EPILOGUE
A MONTH LATER.."Ugh, at this point I'm beginning to think the object for breaking the curse is back at RavenWood." I groaned while playing around with my cup of coffee.Sitting across at the other side of the table was Kieran, who wore a black hat that kept his face hidden.He also had a steamy cup of coffee in his hands, merely giving me a nod as he gazed around our surroundings warily. We were back in the city where his pack was located, specifically at an open cafe close to Pure Blood College. Unlike what one might think, we weren't here to make any inquiries about school or anything like that. Nope, we were here to meet up with some old ‘friends’, but the catch was that Kieran and I had to keep ourselves hidden. There was still a chance that the Alpha Council would be after us even though they hadn't made a move since we first escaped the city more than a month ago. Anyway, I stared at Kieran for a while before I rolled my eyes. "Can you relax? I doubt your Dad or those ol
Fated To My Cruel Step-Brother and His Enemy Hope For a Cure
Sadly, I was still in my male form, unlike what I'd originally expected. As heartwarming as it was that Kieran was able to hold me close even in my male form, my eyes stung with hot tears. I'm so stupid! Why had I been half expecting the ritual from the witches to somehow rid me of the curse? They clearly stated that the ritual was only meant to gauge the inner workings of the curse so they could come up with a possible solution for removing the curse without stripping me of my Umbra wolf. "I'm still a man, Kieran." I sobbed, clutching his arms tightly for support. Meanwhile, my father walked up to me, placing a hand on my shoulder briefly. But he didn't linger for long and proceeded to meet with the witches. Just then, Kieran snapped at Theodora. "I thought you said this ritual wasn't going to hurt her? Why, then, was she in pain during the process? What voodoo did you use on her?!"Somehow, hearing Kieran defending me so vehemently against the witches felt comforting, but I w
Fated To My Cruel Step-Brother and His Enemy Consulting The Witches
After a few minute's drive in Marcel's car, we arrived at an isolated part of the city, which seemed eerily darker than other parts. We stepped down from the car, my father slamming the driver's seat door behind him before he explained. "Most human cities have a certain amount of supernaturals among their populace. This city, in particular, has numerous vampires and witches but only a few small werewolf packs."My eyes shone in surprise as I turned my gaze to my father. I was once again shocked and impressed by the amount of information he could get at a whim. Anyway, Kieran placed himself beside me, grabbing my left hand which was already getting sweaty. He glanced at me, giving me a reassuring smile as if he could feel my anxiety through our mate bond. "I'm with you every step of the way, okay?" He reminded me, caressing my hand affectionately. My heart melted at how much affection he was showing me even though I was currently in my male form. I knew how weird it was for him an
Fated To My Cruel Step-Brother and His Enemy Never Get Used to it
Nimue~~Long story short, the dinner wasn't... Exactly awful. But dearie me, it sure was dramatic.There was an awful knot in my stomach that still lingered after Marcel revealed the scar on his eye as an aftermath of my mother's betrayal of him. We didn't even have dinner long before he brought up the plan of meeting up with Theodora and her coven. Sigh... So much for a 'perfect dinner'."This dinner was bound to fail, Nimue," Umbra muttered encouragingly in my mind. "I don't even know why Marcel suggested it. He probably just wanted you to see your mother before going to the witches."Currently, Kieran and my father had taken my Mom to the airport to send her back to Alpha Viktor's territory, leaving me all alone in the house. I felt bad for her, but she knew what she was getting into when she decided to marry that man. I just hoped the Alpha council or the Alpha himself didn't do anything to hurt Mom. If not... I wouldn't mind sticking my claws into his throat.Meanwhile, Luna
Fated To My Cruel Step-Brother and His Enemy Promise to Protect Her
I subconsciously glanced at Nimue, noticing the sympathy flashing through her eyes. Sympathy for her father. Everyone had tagged him as a 'crazy rogue' bent on hunting her for years, but he had depth. He had a story and his reasons. And for some reason, I felt bad for him too. Maybe because he still made an effort in trying to protect his daughter. Unlike another 'father,' I knew. Meanwhile, Marcel placed the eye patch back on the ghastly scar, drawing in a deep breath as he stared at nothing in particular. Even Ulmer was dead silent now, looking down at her legs in shame. "Well, this dinner just got awkward fast." Scratch muttered in my head, but I didn't even have the mental strength to hush him as I subconsciously held Nimue's hand from underneath the table, trying to reassure her. She shot me a weak smile before turning her gaze to her mother who still had her head lowered. "Well? Don't you have anything to say, Mom?" She asked with arched eyebrows. Ulmer's lips parted in
Fated To My Cruel Step-Brother and His Enemy Mark of Betrayal
"For the last time, I think it looks perfect." I groaned dramatically when Nimue asked me what I thought about the house for the umpteenth time. I was already beginning to regret agreeing to let her and her parents use this house as their venue for a 'family get-together.’It was obvious Ulmer and Marcel were still bitter with each other and I had my bets on everything ending in an argument or worse. Meanwhile, Nimue, who was dressed in a lovely red dress with white floral prints, swerved her head to me while she placed the finishing touches to the dinner table. "Well, sorry if I'm feeling nervous about my parents seeing each other in the same house." She uttered sarcastically before adding. "Are you sure you gave them the right address? It's already five PM."It had been two days since we agreed to see Marcel and Ulmer. Luckily, it was the weekend so I didn't have work today. I felt it necessary to be present since I still didn't trust Marcel. Anyway, I responded to Nimue's ques
Fated To My Cruel Step-Brother and His Enemy Preparations
The persistent ringing of my phone caused me to place a pause on my makeout session with Nimue. However, when I brought out my phone and saw the same unknown number that Marcel had used to call me earlier, my mood changed drastically."It's your father... Again." I muttered to Nimue's hearing. Her face darkened instantly as she glanced warily at my phone before turning her gaze to me. "Well? Are you going to answer it or not?"I rolled my eyes discreetly before I picked up the call. "Hello?""Ah, Kieran. I just want to inform you that I've made contact with Ulmer and she's agreed to see me and my daughter." Marcel's deep baritone voice sounded from the other end cheerily. I still found it hard to believe that this was the same man who was involved in kidnapping his own daughter who he hadn't met since she was born. Meanwhile, Nimue's mouth opened in a stunned "O" at her father's words and I had a feeling I knew why. It was probably because her parents, who had a bitter past, were i
Fated To My Cruel Step-Brother and His Enemy Play With The Tiger
As soon as Marcel dropped the call, I had no choice but to rush to my office and ask to leave my post to go attend to my girlfriend, lying that she was 'sick and alone.'I mean, the alone part was real, but there was only one ‘sickness’ afflicting Nimue and that was her Dual wolf curse.And now there seemed to be hope for removing the curse's side effects. However, when I got home, Nimue and I ended up having sex for the first time in a while. On the kitchen counter, too. We were so unhinged, but it was so damn worth it. I hadn't realized how much pent-up sexual frustration I had until I got a taste of Nimue's glorious body.Anyway, I proceeded to drop the bomb of Marcel's call when we were done, but she didn't take it lightly at first. But then I decided to add the most crucial part of the conversation after telling her about his wish to see both her and her mother."He thinks he might be able to get the witches he works with to find a cure for your curse without stripping you of
Fated To My Cruel Step-Brother and His Enemy Compromise
Kieran ~~ The day when Nimue and I finally escaped my father's mansion was nothing short of epic. The best part was when I finally put Jin in his place and used his diabolical wolf-repellant drug on him. I chuckled to myself each time I remembered the look on his face when he realized he was wolfless. That should be a worse punishment than death for any werewolf. And it served him right... He'd think twice before shoving his face into me and Nimue's life again. Gosh, I couldn't believe that two-faced snake dared to bargain with my father over NIMUE. Over MY mate. Anyway, escaping the city was the easy part, but settling into a new city on the other side of the country was harder than I thought. I picked this location because I wanted to be as far away from my father and all the annoying pack politics as much as possible. Also, I had a new job opportunity to chase after that would enable me to sustain my living with Nimue. "I would've never imagined ‘Kieran the ma
