Chad's POV When Cobalt urged me to go to her, I didn't think it twice. My wolf's connection to her was growing rapidly day by day. I ran through the hallways, searching for her until her sweet scent reached me. Something was not feeling right. It was as if I could sense her restlessness. Just as I was getting closer, I heard her yelp. I threw the door open with a powerful kick. Bella sat on her bed, fondling with her sheets. She stared at me breathlessly and called my name. Never have I ever felt so drawn to a pair of eyes like I do for those baby blues of hers. 'Mine,' said Cobalt in my head. 'You wish, Cobalt. ' And I wished so, too. "Bella." I looked over her damaged door and the stay of disarray in which she was. "I heard you scream. I'm sorry. I just wanted to make sure you were alright." She nodded. "I was having a nightmare." She got up and put on her rob. I didn't know if I was sorry or grateful that she covered her perfect figure or not. She was a walking temptation.
Bella's POV Chad and I stand up at the same time. His chair scratched the floor noisily. The tidal wave of his aura made us gasp. Everyone present bared their necks except me. Anaisha didn't feel like she needed to submit. Chad reigned his aura when he saw the effect he was causing. Alpha Terrence made a sigh of relief. He was the weakest Alpha I've ever met. "Chad, I said. I'll talk to the Parliament. I'll ask for a hearing. They can not force me to go with him until the hearing." Jasper was so adamant about taking me with him. Of course, he wouldn't want to lose White Claw Pack. "I'll speak with them, Bella. Please remain sitted. They will not be allowed inside the Palace." He addressed the other people on the table before he left. "Please continue without me." Chad strided out of the room. I ran behind him. I wanted to hear what they said. I heard Lorna's scoff behind me. I stayed behind, hidden as Chad stood near the gates. Jasper was standing there among several older
Chad's POV: That night, I couldn't sleep. I wanted to wring Clara's neck for telling Bella those things. Dane warned me. I knew I was behaving out of character where Bella was concerned. I knew I should have never accepted the engagement to Lorna. I could have confessed my feelings to Bella by now. I just hope she goes ahead and divorces Holloway. He doesn't deserve her or her child. 'Go to her.' Cobalt insisted for the umpteenth time. 'Cut it out, Cobalt, she is not ours yet. With what excuse will I go to her room in the middle of the night?' Is not that I didn't want to. I was afraid to be coming on too strong and scare her. She's still mated and married. 'There are boundaries that should not be crossed, Cobalt.' Cobalt huffed. He didn't care about any of those things. For him, Bella was ours already. 'She is sad. You need to comfort her.' 'How do you even know that, Cobalt?' I asked. 'I can feel it.' Lately, Cobalt has been sensing Bella's heightened emotions. Whether it
Bella's POV "You're mine, Bella. I will make sure you won't ever forget that tonight!" He said in my ear with a low growl. I felt my stomach revolt. He was so sure of his victory. "Alpha Jasper, you may begin." Said Elder Simon in his condescending voice. I almost ran towards Chad and sat down next to him. Chad squeezed my hand gently. I looked around and saw Dr. Jana and Beta Luca. I averted my eyes when I saw Sadie. Her mere presence made me nauseous. I don't even know why Uncle Conner is with them. He's my father's Beta, not Jasper’s. "First of all, I want to sincerely apologize to my wife. If I had known she was pregnant at the moment, I would've chosen a different approach with her." He cleared his throat. "You see, we've been trying to conceive for five years, but finally, our little miracle has become true. When I arrived from the war, I had to give my wife the most terrible news. Her father and 2 brothers had fallen in the battlefield. If they were alive, they would
Bella's POV "Dr. Jana." Elder Simon said as he paced around with his hands on his back. "You were brought here because you have been Luna Bella's Dr. for the past five years. We understand that Luna Bella is carrying Alpha Jasper’s heir." "Yes, Elder Simon." Said, Dr. Jana as she stared towards Luca nervously "Is it true that Luna Bella and Alpha Jasper had been trying to conceive unsuccessfully for five years until now? Is it also true that in those five years, Alpha Jasper never pressured her or treated her differently?" "Yes, both statements are true." So far, but I was bracing myself for the lies. "I think is pretty clear to the members of the parliament that Alpha Jasper is in the right here. We can all agree that recent events have affected Luna Bella, somehow, making her judgment a little bit impaired." Elder Simon said with a chuckle. Chad growled. I could feel the coldness of his aura thorough out the interrogations. I know he was pissed on my behalf. "We can
Bella's POV "What do you want, Sadie? You're no longer my problem. Jasper is all yours, I don't care." I rolled my eyes at her. I intended to leave, but Sadie grabbed me by the arm. "Not so fast, Bella. Listen well to me. Now Jasper is mine. Don't ever think that you can come crawling back to him once the Lycan King has gotten his fill with you." I clenched my fists at her insinuation. "Don't worry, you both deserve each other."I said, looking at her with disdain. Sadie scoffed. "Pretend all you want, Bella, but I know deep inside how you're really feeling. Your precious child that you wish so much for will be nothing but a bastard now!" I saw red. "How dared you!!" I slapped her with all my strength, making her staggered back. "You bitch!" Sadie yelled ready to slap me as well, but Beta Conner appeared in a flash grabbing his daughter and pulling her away from me. "Sadie, enough!! When will you ever stop?! You have dragged our name to the floor!!" Said Beta Conner. "A
Chad's POV Lorna had been groomed since she was a teen to become my Luna. I never agreed to it, but Alpha Terrence, as a member of the Parliament, convinced the Elders. It will certainly be humiliating for her once word gets out that she's no longer my fiancée. "I will handle it. You don't need to worry." I kissed Bella's hand. She tucked herself against me and fell asleep. To say Cobalt was over the moon was an understatement. I stroke her hair softly as Cobalt said, 'Mine', repeatedly in my head. She will be. I intend to marry her and make her my Luna. I will raise her child as mine, and perhaps she'll give me one kid or two of our own. I smiled with contentment. Soon, we arrived at the palace. Bella was still a little weak due to the pregnancy and the rejection. She didn't even stir when I carried her out of the car. Lorna appeared right in front of me as I entered the hall with Bella in my arms. "Must you carry her at all times? You're the Lycan King, but every time I see
Bella's POV Chad draped the robe around my shoulders and closed it tightly on my front. I grinned at him. He was so sweet and attentive. Well, at least with me. I've seen him getting mad, making big, powerful Alpha's tremble. I felt like I could ask him for anything, and he would give it to me. "Did you speak to Lorna and her parents?" I asked while I played with his suit's lapels. "It is done. I broke the engagement, although it was never official." He replied. "I feel relieved that you're no longer engaged, but I also feel guilty about Lorna. If it wasn't for me coming to your life, she..." He put a finger on my lips, and I closed my eyes. The sensations he sent through my body with even the slightest touch were addictive. "You saved her from a miserable life. You saved both of us. Now, she will have the chance to find her fated mate. Lest just hope he's not a shitty one." I nodded. "What did you tell Jasper at the Parliament's court when he was being subdued? He went
Bella's POV I wake up from a long sleep, sitting up abruptly. “Chad!” I exclaim. He stirs beside me and wraps his arms around my waist. “Today is the wedding! I have so many things to do!” He simply tightens his hold. “Come back to bed, ma chérie,” he says in that husky voice that always makes me crave him. I push his hand away, and the blankets slip to my feet. “Not today. Everything needs to be perfect. I finally get to mark you.” That wakes him up; he quickly gets off the bed, but before I can move away, he grabs me by the waist, pulling me flush against him. “You’ll at least shower with me, won’t you?” His breath is hot against my ear, sending tingles through my body. My resolve melts instantly. “Okay, but we need to be quick,” I say breathlessly. “I’m ready!” he replies with a devilish smile, pointing at the appalling bulge in his boxers. "The shower, I meant," I reply. My breath hitched when he lifted me up. He tore my nightgown off and tossed it aside. In no time, I
Hudson's POV Arona flinches as I throw another crystal vase against the wall. Since my return, she has not been any help. I can see her struggling to hold back the urge to say, "I told you so," but she knows better than to provoke me when I'm in this fucking mood. Camilla glances at me and sighs. Ever since I arrived, I have been berating everyone nonstop. A warrior enters the living room, fear clearly visible on his face. “A... Alpha King. None of the men made it back to North Natbia.” I snarled and grabbed him by the collar, throwing him against the wall. He landed on top of the shattered glass. Arona snickered from behind. I turned around, pinning her with a menacing stare. The warrior scrambles to his feet and flees the scene. I was still seething. I had to flee Kaladia like a coward. My warriors stood no chance against Bella, and my useless mother was unwilling to confront her. Therefore, I had to leave Bella and everything else behind. “What kind of witches are you two?
Hendrick's POV I entered the room as soon as Chad left. The air still reeked of sex, and I felt a sharp sting of jealousy. Lycans have a much stronger sense of smell than wolves. I felt Bella's scent as I approached the bed—she smells exquisite. That natural aroma of hers calms both me and Chaos. I sat on the chair to gaze at her like a fucking stalker. She stirred in her sleep. Her wolf could sense me, but she did not feel threatened by me. She sleeps peacefully. I resisted the urge to brush the silky strands of hair away from her face. Her pillowy lips are slightly parted as she breathes softly. The palace is bustling with activity, all in preparation for her wedding to Chadwick. My jaw tightens. This infatuation has had to go. She's my brother's mate. The one and only, not a second chance mate, but the one the Goddess intended for him. Holloway signed his death sentence with what he did. I know my brother. He does not forgive easily, especially when it comes to her. Hence, m
**Bella's POV** After Dane shared the great news, I got up from Chad's lap and placed the plate of food on the table. I had been so hungry earlier. Although I usually don’t eat much meat, I felt like I could eat everything on the table. Chad had been feeding me tiny bites when Dane walked in, and I noticed the amused glint in his eyes at the sight of us. Everyone at the palace saw Chad as the big bad wolf, but he was so sweet to me. "So, he's gone!" I exclaimed with excitement. "It seems so," Chad replied, leaning back on the couch and crossing his legs in a figure-four position. "We won't let our guard down, though. Don't forget that he is working with a witch." He focused his gaze on me, and I felt my cheeks flush as I averted my eyes. I grabbed the glass of wine Rose had served earlier and welcomed the bittersweet taste. "I will reinforce the security around the palace. People from neighboring packs have started to arrive for your wedding," Dane said before excusing himself
Chad's POV I witnessed everything in those fleeting seconds from a distance. The chaos that unfolded was overwhelming. Her power was immeasurable; she tore through the magic barriers fiercely. My warriors stood helplessly. There was nothing else to do. She eliminated the threat singlehandedly. Now, I cradle her in my arms inside the car as she sleeps like an angel, not as the terrifying witch who just obliterated an army of warriors. The small lashes on her supple skin finally heal, and I clench my jaw at seeing them. The dried blood that smeared her skin had already begun to flake away. Hendrick speeds past on his motorcycle. He knows what Bella is capable of, so he had no doubts when he took her to that place. I can't help but feel jealous of their closeness. Why does she trust him with her secret and not me? Dane pulls through the castle gates, and I leave the car carrying Bella. As we pass by the common room, the women gasp and look in horror as they see Bella covered in bl
Bella's POV As we approach the crumbling, abandoned building, my heart races like a wild drum in my chest. The eerie silhouette of the structure looms before us, its broken windows resembling dark, unblinking eyes. Despite the unsettling ambiance, my real fear lies not in what might be lurking within those walls but in the possibility of Chad discovering my location. Tonight, I plan to unravel all my secrets to him, a daunting task that sends a flutter of anxiety through me. I rub my palms together, feeling the cool air against my skin, a stark contrast to the warmth of my apprehension. Hendrick catches my gaze, a playful smirk dancing on his lips. “Don’t tell me you’re getting scared? Bella, you single-handedly subdued the four men who tried to kidnap you in Royal City,” he teases, his confidence radiating like a beacon. Though my stomach twists slightly, I can't help but quirk my lips at his words. “Well, I didn’t mean to kill them. I was just learning to harness my newfound p
Chad's POV I scrubbed my hands under the harsh stream of water, watching the crimson droplets swirl down the drain, remnants of a tense interrogation fading into nothingness. The North Natbians were attempting to breach our borders, and one of their spies had finally divulged unsettling information. They were on a mission to capture Bella, to deliver her to their king, and every one of them carried her picture, a haunting reminder of the stakes at play. Frustration boiled within me, and I slammed my fist against the wall, the sound echoing like thunder in the sterile room. The realization that he could hold Bella hostage, forcing my hand and sealing Kaladia's fate, ignited a fire of desperation in my chest. “Chad, I know you’re trying to protect Bella, but she needs to understand the peril she’s in,” Dane insisted, his expression taut with concern. "I will talk to her," I snapped, my voice rough with guilt. I hated the thought of burdening her with fear. I felt like I was failing
**Bella's POV** I rummage through the drawer for the fourth time, knowing I left Jasper's letter inside. However, the envelope containing my son’s sonogram is nowhere to be found. I hear Rose’s footsteps approaching, and I turn to face her. "Queen Luna, the team from Lynne Wayne has arrived for your final dress fitting!" Rose announces with enthusiasm. I glance at my Audemars Piguet Royal watch, a recent gift from Chad, and I remind myself that I am finally marrying him and claiming him as my own. Butterflies flutter in my stomach at the thought. "Thank you, Rose. I’ll be there in a few minutes. Make sure to inform the Lunas as well," I instruct firmly. Rose nods and exits. When I step into the spacious fitting room, my friends eagerly await me. "Bella, your dress is absolutely stunning! You definitely have to design my dress too!" Elise declares. “Of course I will,” I reply confidently as the assistant zips up my dress. The skirt sparkles with tiny diamonds, my shoulders bar
Chad's POV It had been weeks since I forced Jasper Holloway to go back to Riverbank's Pack with his mate and daughter. Bella stopped me from killing Jasper, just like I had been itching to do for a long time. Only Bella's intervention and the fact that he has a pup now saved him. Bella did not want a fatherless pup in her conscience. It had been the first time we had fought. I hated every minute of it. I stormed out of my office when Dane mindlinked me. Jasper Holloway had intercepted Bella outside the maternity hospital. She had accompanied Elise for her prenatal checkup. When Dane met them outside, Holloway was practically dragging Bella by the arm. I had given the order to throw him out of the city, and he dared to think he could take Bella away with him. I lost it when I got to the scene. "Get your filthy hands off of my mate!!" I snarled as I lunged at him, claws out and elongated teeth. Cobalt demanded blood, and I was going to deliver. I will paint the Palace's grounds wi