Apologies for the short update. I’ll make up for it.
Benita’s POV His lips trailed down to my belly, leaving soft kisses across my skin. I felt his fingers brush between my thighs, teasingly slow, while his mouth continued to worship my body. A groan escaped his lips when his fingers found the wetness pooling at my core. “You’re so wet, darling,” Nathan whispered with satisfaction, his breath hot against my skin. He moved back up, capturing my lips in another deep kiss. As our mouths tangled, I felt his finger slip inside me, drawing a gasp that melted into the kiss. Nathan moaned into my mouth, his touch teasing and overwhelming as he pleasured me with his finger. My wolf purred, surrendering to the sensation, while my body trembled beneath his. His hand worked magic, adding another finger, and I moaned louder, clutching at his hair, desperate to feel more. His hardness pressed against me, a reminder of what was to come, and my heart raced with anticipation. His fingers curled inside me with expert precision, sending waves of pl
Benita’s POV Nathan’s jaw tightened, and I could see the war waging in his eyes. Nina’s face contorted in disbelief. “You can’t be serious.” “She’s serious,” Nathan said abruptly, his voice sharp. I was stunned by his unexpected response. Nina gasped, her eyes flickering between the two of us. “You’d throw me out for her?” Nathan sighed, rubbing his temple. “You brought this on yourself.” Nina’s lips trembled with disbelief, but Nathan’s expression held no room for argument. “You have until tomorrow to leave,” he added, his tone final. Nina scoffed and shrugged. “I'm leaving with my daughter then…” “No you are not.” Alpha Nathan cut in. “Lila stays here for her treatment, and you are free to visit.” A big victorious smile spread across my face. Nina’s face turned pale as she glanced between us. With a huff, she stormed past me, brushing against my shoulder as she whispered, “This isn’t over.” I didn’t flinch. Nathan exhaled deeply, his eyes lingering on me. “Benita…” I
Alpha Nathan’s POV A sharp knock jolted me from my sleep. Instinctively alert, I opened my eyes and caught the familiar scent of Benita. She was at my door. Without hesitation, I threw off the covers, hurried to the door, and swung it open. To my surprise, there she was, standing in the hallway. Before I could utter a word, she brushed past me, stepping into my room as if she owned the place. Confused, I shut the door behind her, my gaze flickering to the wall clock. It was barely 5 a.m. My brow furrowed. What could possibly bring her here at this hour? “I’ve had a change of mind,” Benita said, and my brow furrowed. “A change of mind?” I asked, confused. “Yes.” She nodded and folded her arms. “We’re not sending Nina away. She stays here.” Benita’s words made my brow ache with confusion. “You want Nina to stay back?” I asked again, still puzzled, and Benita nodded. “You’re right. Lila needs her, and I’ve thought about it myself.” I frowned and took a step closer to her
Benita’s POV For the past two hours, Alpha Nathan had been explaining himself, trying to justify what I had seen in Nina’s room. But I didn’t say a word, nor did I pay any attention to him. “I’m sorry that you had to walk in on us in such a position, but it’s not what you think, Benita, I swear on my life,” he pleaded desperately. I ignored him, keeping my gaze fixed on the window. My silence was deafening, and I knew it was driving him mad. The car pulled up in front of a massive black gate, which, I assumed, was Alpha Xavier’s estate. A well-built security guard approached, prompting Nathan to roll down the window. The guard immediately bowed in respect and signaled to another to open the gate. Taking a deep breath, I straightened up as I watched the car drive into the mansion and park in the designated space. Without waiting for the guard, I opened the door myself and stepped out while Alpha Nathan did the same. The cold evening breeze brushed against my skin, making me sh
Benita’s POV Alpha Xavier led up through a set of double doors at the far end of the ballroom. The hallway was dimly lit and silent. My heart thudded in my chest as we approached another set of doors. I had never done something like this, but I knew these games were dangerous. He pushed the doors open, revealing a luxurious, intimate space. A large round table sat in the center of the room, surrounded by plush chairs. Against one wall, a decadent bed with silk sheets and velvet pillows loomed, and scattered around were various items—candles, a bar stocked with fine liquor, and a collection of objects I couldn’t quite identify but that sent my imagination spiraling. Xavier turned to us, his gaze sweeping over the group. “Welcome,” he said, his voice casual. “This is where we’ll play tonight’s game. As I said before, this is not for the faint of heart. Whatever happens here stays here. No judgment, no repercussions, no gossip.” The group murmured in agreement, though I noticed se
Benita’s POV The room went silent, the air thick with anticipation. All eyes turned to me, and I felt my cheeks flush with nervousness and embarrassment. But Xavier looked unbothered. He leaned back in his chair, his smile cool and confident. “It’s just a game. If you’re uncomfortable, you can refuse and drink…” He turned his piercing gaze to me. Nathan’s fists tightened on the table, his wolf practically roaring through our bond. “I’ll do it.” I stood, my heart pounding as I approached Xavier. His eyes glimmered with amusement. When I reached him, I placed a hand on his shoulder, my nails digging in slightly as I leaned down. “Don’t get used to this,” I whispered, my voice laced with a warning. Xavier chuckled softly. “I wouldn’t dream of it, Miss Benita.” The music in the background seemed to grow louder, its sultry beat syncing with the pounding of my heart. I moved, swaying to the rhythm, my body brushing against Xavier’s as the room watched in rapt silence. But
Benita’s POV “Now no one is here. Don’t you think you should fulfill your dare?” Nathan challenged, his green eyes filled with lust and hunger for me. I could tell he was intoxicated on the whiskey, but I could also see the desire for me in his eyes, and he was doing his best not to fuck me. “Why are you silent? Are you chickening out?” he challenged with an annoying smirk on his face, which I found very irritating. My wolf purred with desire in the back of my mind while Nathan’s gaze bore into mine, daring me to back down. But I didn’t. Instead, I slid my hands down his chest, feeling the hard lines of his muscles beneath my fingertips. He watched my every move, his chest rising and falling as if he were trying to control the storm brewing inside him. “You’re serious about this?” I asked, my voice soft but teasing as I let my hands linger just above his waistband. Nathan smirked, his green eyes darkening. “What do you think?” The challenge in his voice sparked someth
Benita’s POV I woke up to the soft glow of morning light streaming through the curtains, its warmth brushing against my skin. My head felt heavy, clouded with the remnants of last night’s emotional storm. As I stirred, I realized I wasn’t alone. Nathan lay beside me, his face relaxed in the peaceful stillness of sleep. For a moment, all the pain, anger, and confusion faded away. I found myself simply watching him. His dark hair fell messily across his forehead, and my fingers twitched with the urge to brush it back. The tension that usually hardened his chiseled features had melted away, leaving his jaw relaxed. The faint shadow of stubble added a rugged edge to his boyish charm, and his full lips, slightly parted, made him look gentle. Innocent, breathtaking. But it was his vulnerability that struck me the most. Gone was the dominant, commanding Alpha who always seemed to be in control. In his sleep, Nathan looked… human. Soft, approachable, and heartbreakingly handsome. My wo
Alpha Theo’s POVI could see the terrified look in her eyes as she waited for my command. There were so many things I wanted to demand of her—to ask her to call off her marriage with Oscar. Why would she want to marry a man she didn’t even love? I wanted to ask her to stop taking my breath away, to stop smelling so intoxicatingly alluring that I couldn’t control myself or my wolf. I wanted to tell her to stop making me feel this way—the unbearable urge to claim her, to mark her.For God’s sake, I was supposed to hate her. What the hell was happening to me?Composing myself, I looked at her, considering my next move. I needed to give her a task, something she couldn’t refuse. Then, something clicked in my mind.Her wolf.I hadn’t seen her wolf yet. And damn it, my wolf was growing restless, desperate to see it.“In twenty minutes, leave the mansion and wait for me outside,” I ordered.Lagertha’s brows furrowed. “Why?”I scoffed. “You’ll find out later. Now, unless you want to stand the
Lagertha’s POV “I'm so happy for you, Leggy. You deserve to be happy." Mother Lagertha had been buzzing with excitement all morning as we prepared breakfast. She seemed absolutely thrilled, going on and on about the wedding—about how Beta Oscar would be the perfect husband for me. I felt bad, knowing all of this was just an act. “Lagertha, Alpha Theo requests that you bring him a cup of coffee in his room.” One of the guards’ voices cut through my thoughts. A frown tugged at my lips, and my wolf huffed inside me. With a heavy sigh, I prepared the coffee just the way Theo liked it, grabbed the tray, and left the kitchen. When I reached his door, I hesitated before knocking, my pulse quickening as his intoxicating scent wrapped around me. “It’s open,” his deep voice called from inside, softer than usual, none of the usual harshness in his tone. Taking a steadying breath, I pushed the door open, stepped inside, and closed it behind me. Turning around, I met him standing at the
Lagertha’s POV I took a deep breath and stared at my reflection in the mirror. “You can do this, Lagertha,” I whispered, trying to steady my nerves. My wolf stirred within me. “Calm down. It's just a family dinner,” she soothed. But she was wrong. This wasn’t just any family dinner. It was my first time sitting at the same table with Oscar’s parents, Theo’s parents, Oscar’s siblings, Theo’s siblings, Theo and Oscar—all in one room. And I had to pretend to be in love with Oscar, right in front of Alpha Theo. My mate. It was a huge task. “You can do this," my wolf encouraged again. I exhaled deeply, forcing myself to push aside my emotions. Straightening my dress, I left my room and walked down the long hallway. My heart pounded with each step. The mansion was eerily quiet, aside from the faint clinking of dishes coming from the dining hall. The scent of roasted meat and warm spices filled the air, but it did nothing to settle my nerves. As I reached the entrance of th
Alpha Theo’s POV Lila stiffened beside me, her discomfort obvious in the way she tensed. I could feel the weight of her pain pressing down on both of us, but she kept her expression carefully blank. I clenched my fists, forcing myself to stay composed, to not let my own emotions betray me. “They had to step out,” I said evenly, keeping my voice devoid of the frustration clawing at my insides. “Oscar had some business to handle, and Lagertha went with him.” It was a lie. I had no idea where they were. Mother’s brow furrowed slightly, but she nodded. “I see. Well, we’ll have to see them soon. The wedding preparations must be keeping them busy. I heard it’s happening in two weeks,” Mother announced, and my brows furrowed. “Two weeks?” I asked in panic, unable to control it. Mother furrowed her brow and gave me a suspicious look. “Yes… do you have a problem with that?” she asked, and where I stood, my heart sank. My furious wolf howling loudly in my head. Not getting any response
Alpha Theo's POV I stood on the balcony, gripping the railing so tightly as I watched Lagertha step into the car with Oscar. Everything in me urged me to go downstairs and pull her away from him, but I forcefully forced myself to remain in place as I watched the car drive out of the mansion. “Do something,” my wolf growled angrily in my head, and I wished I knew what to do, but I was confused. Oscar had put me in a tight corner—I was cornered. The sound of my door creaking open pulled me from my thoughts. I turned, my chest tightening when I saw Lila walk in. Her green eyes—identical to mine—were red and swollen, her usually radiant face pale and lifeless. My protective instinct kicked in, and I rushed to her, gently holding her arms as I studied her pale face. “Lila, why are you crying? What happened?” I asked worriedly but also angrily. Lila’s tears had always been my weakness, and seeing her like this, utterly broken, shredded me from the inside out. Lila broke into a loud sob
Beta Oscar’s POV Three years ago. My heart pounded in my chest as I watched Lila chatting happily with some guests, completely unaware of the storm raging inside me. Tonight was the mating ceremony, where aged wolves who didn’t find their mates after turning eighteen would participate in the bond. I had just turned eighteen a few days ago, and I was anxious—anxious about what lay ahead of me. I looked at Lila again—the only girl I had ever loved. I had liked her for as long as I could remember, ever since I truly understood what it meant to have feelings for someone. The three-year age gap between us had never mattered to me. I had convinced myself that if we were mates, she would see past it too. So I kept my feelings hidden, waiting for this night, clinging to the hope that fate would be on my side. I prayed every night for the Moon Goddess to grant my wish—to make her mine. And now, the moment of truth had arrived. We were all called to stand in line, but Theo refused, s
Lagertha’s POV The moment she walked in, I stood abruptly, my heart pounding. I swallowed hard, trying to steady myself. My body tensed as I met her gaze—her confused expression only making my nerves worse. I opened my mouth to speak, but before I could, Beta Oscar beat me to it. “Lila, you’re here,” he said, straightening to his full height. Then, unexpectedly, he wrapped an arm around my waist. I flinched but didn’t move away. I could see the stunned look on Lila’s face. “Lila, Lagertha and I are now dating,” he announced. My breath caught in my throat as I turned to Miss Lila, watching as a disapproving look flickered across her face. I swallowed hard as I began to wonder if the whispers among the other servants were true. According to the gossips I had heard, it was said that Miss Lila has feelings for Beta Oscar—that was why she had been rejecting all the eligible suitors that came for her. But I had never believed in gossip from the staffs. However, seeing the reaction
Lagertha’s POV I reached my room and leaned against the door, trying to catch my breath. My heart was still pounding, and my mind raced with everything that had happened. “Well done, Lagertha. You did well,” I murmured, offering myself a moment of encouragement. I stood there for a while, willing my pulse to slow, before finally pushing away from the door and sinking onto my bed. I kicked off my shoes and stared at the floor, my thoughts circling back to Theo—what I had said to him and the way he had reacted. If Lila hadn’t walked in when she did, I had no idea what would have happened. A sudden knock at the door made me jerk, but I quickly relaxed as a familiar scent filled the air—Mother Agatha. She always smelled like dried coffee, a scent I could recognize anywhere. The door creaked open, and she stepped inside, a warm smile spreading across her face. “Happy eighteenth birthday, dear Leggy,” she said cheerfully. A small smile tugged at my lips as I stood up. In her hands
Alpha Theo's POVI wanted to pull her back and tell her that I was never going to allow her to get married to Oscar. She could choose any of the men, and I would be able to live with it, but not my best friend… not him.“Theo… is everything okay?” Lila asked, concern lacing her voice. I sighed, turning my back to her. My wolf was howling in fury, sending a splitting headache through my skull. “Theo, please talk to me," she pleaded, placing a hand on my shoulder. I stood rigid, debating whether to tell her the truth. It was a risk. If she found out, she might tell our parents, and that could land me in trouble. “Are you in love with Lagertha?” Lila suddenly asked. I neither confirmed nor denied it. Lila sighed. “Theo, I noticed the way you look at her. You might pretend to others and make them think you hate her, but I know that you like Lagertha. I see the way you look at her when you think no one is watching,” Lila said, sounding so sure about it, and I didn’t bother to deny it