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Bella's POV "Concentrate Bella, you can do this!!" Camilla said with excessive enthusiasm. At least she is calling me Bella now. Every time she called me princess, I felt odd. "Focus on your power within and project it. You are a very powerful witch, Bella. It is time you fully awaken." She said with conviction. I feel the power sizzling in my blood, and my ring starts to glow. A strong wind surrounds us. I open my hands, and sparks come out of them. "Why now?" I ask with surprise as it has never happened to me before. "Your powers have always been there, but unfortunately, no one was there to teach you." Her face turned sad as she remembered my mother. "Were you close with my mother, Camilla?" I asked gently. "Princess Verbena was our moonlight. When she left, her mother was debastated." I wanted to know more. My father only told me a few things about her. He would always say that talking about her still hurt him. He never really got over her death. "Why did she lea
Chad's POV. I took a quick shower after training. The training facilities were equipped with everything. The pack house has a gym, showers, and even a breakfast buffet ready for everyone after training. As well as a vast space outdoors for sparring. Dane and I didn't want to go back to our pregnant women reeking with sweat. "I'm going to have breakfast with Elise and Peggy before I drop her off to school." Dane said with a smile. "That kiddo has you wrapped around her tiny finger." I said, thinking of Bella's own child. I have started to look forward to the day the child was finally born. Dane laughed. "That's what little children do. You will be the same with Luna Bella's child." Dane said as he tapped me on my back. "I'm actually looking forward to it." Sleeping with Bella every day and feeling her steady heartbeat and her pup's through the night fills me with serenity and contentment. "They're my little family." My heart gave a sudden summersault. Saying it out loud fel
Bella's POV I walked with Chad side by side. People stared at us as we passed by them. Chad's presence was impossing. It was impossible not to stare at him. He looked magnificent, not to mention that he is impossibly tall. His muscles flexed with each of his movements and his aura, although reigned in was still threatening and powerful. Nobody dared to whispered about me in his presence anymore. The whispers were still there, though. They couldn't fathom the fact that their king was with a woman who was pregnant by another. 'Is the king not a jealous man?' Some would ask. 'If she was his real mate, he couldn't possibly stand this.' 'I would've gotten rid of that pup by now if I were him. It would only bring discord with his biological pups in the future.' All of those whispers hit me like lashes soaked with wolfsbane. What pained me the most is that all of those whispers will torture my son throughout his childhood as well. Would he hate me for abandoning his father's p
Hendrick' POV I woke up feeling grudgy. Dr. Strauss' tranquilizers are worse than a hangover. There's a soft pillow next to me that smells so much like Bella. I grabbed it, and I inhaled its scent, making me feel better already. Vanilla and honey. An image of her flushed face and tempting body projects in my mind, and I tried to erase it as quickly as it came. "Lycan King Chad brought it for you." Dr. Strauss chimed in. I nodded without looking at him. "I want to see her. Tell him to let me have dinner with her. He could go meet with the spies, and I'll cover for him or something." I said almost pleadingly. "I only suffered this relapse because Chad has not been giving me a chance to be close to her since the pillow incident." I had too much time in my hands, and I started researching everything about pregnancies on my phone. Soon, all my social media was infested with advertisements about all kinds of products for pregnant women. That pillow had called my attention. I did no
Bella's POV I turned on the water's faucet at the very same moment that some noises came from my room. A door slammed seconds after that. I couldn't hear well but I thought Chad said "fuck!" I shook my head. He was acting very weird. When I looked into his eyes, they seemed different. They were the same golden eyes, but the ring outside of them was a different color. I thought I had seen that change before, but I just thought the light was hitting differently at that moment. My cell phone pins with a message, bringing me out of my thoughts. 'Dane and I are here. Do you want. me to go up and help?' Elise texted. 'I will be down in a minute.' I replied. I put aside my thoughts and started to get ready. The dress I've chosen was red with a delicate flowy material. It was just above the knee. It conceled my stomach perfectly. It had a V neckline, showing a little cleavage. I paired it with nude mid size high heels. I lifted my hair in a loose updo with some strands meticulously falli
Chad's POV As soon as I realised what the purpose of those fireworks was, I felt my blood boil. Hudson and Holloway were mocking me in my own turf. They think they can disrespect me and my woman and get away with it. If a war starts all over again, be it, but tonight, both of their intestines will air dry in my fists. I ran towards the ofending bastards with a single purpose, rip them both apart. I was seeing red. "Kill them!" Cobalt snarled. My aura pushed away every guard who tried to stop me, making them crash against the walls as I passed like a blur between them. They were in the garden just outside the lounge room. Holloway was the first to lounge at me. I punched him on the jaw, making him fly out with the powerful impact. Arona moved Swiftly away, avoiding Holloway by an inch. Another woman screeched. "Don't abuse your status as the Lycan King! You're attacking my guests!!" Hudson Growled, but I was past any sense of reasoning. Jasper Holloway took advantage of my distrac
Bella's POV I felt Chad tensing at my question. We entered his room, and I heard some noises coming from mine. Chad kissed my temple. "I always treat you the same." He said, sounding hoarse. Something crashes in my room next door, making me startle. "Relax, it must be Rose. Once I mark you, you will have my pack's mindlink, and you will be able to communicate with every member of the pack." He put me on the bed, and I sat on the edge. He kneeled down to undo my shoes' straps. My breath caught in my throat. The Lycan king kneeling to me was something I would never get used to. Chad locked eyes with me, and I felt myself drown in them. "Your irises," I said. "They change color sometimes." "Do they?" Chad asked without looking at me. He cleared his throat, and he concentrated on his task instead. He slid out my shoe and kissed the bottom of it, making me tickle. My toenails were painted pale pink he stared at them. "I like them." He said as he slid off the other shoe. He kissed th
Chad's POV Bella followed me through the cold hallways in my underground lair. I tried to help her down the steep stairs, but she wouldn't let me. My heart clenched. I don't know if I was leading her to the beginning of my own doom by taking her to meet Hendrick. I was still mad at Cobalt. I blocked him from my thoughts as punishment, but I could feel how sorry he was. "Watch your step, my love." I urged her, but she just glanced at me. I felt another pang in my heart. I have to tell her the whole truth, and I vowed never to lie to her again. Dr. Strauss had mindlinked me. Hendrick was in the middle of one of his crises. I ordered Dr. Strauss not to sedate him. Bella needs to see everything. We were almost there when we heard Hendrick's ferocious snarl. Bella jumped. "This way." I said, grabbing her hand. She took my hand this time and followed me. When I opened the door, Dr Strauss vowed. "My King! Luna Bella. The Prince must have experienced something stressful that made hi
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
**Camilla's POV** I watched from the shadows as the Lycan roared furiously. That she-wolf, Sadie, had slapped the Princess. Sadie had played a key role in my plan, but I no longer needed her. I made sure her pup never made it out of the ICU. She had to pay for gloating when the Princess lost that wolf's spawn. That pup was born weak anyway, and it was her mother’s fault. She gave me her pup's blood from the womb to create the potion that killed the Princess's pup. It's a shame that the Princess, being too soft-hearted, cured the pup already. She will soon learn that kindness is futile. "Who hurt you?!" the Lycan asked her again, kissing her reddened cheek softly. Even though he touched her with care, I could sense his aura darkening. He was clearly furious yet treated her as if she were made of crystal. "I had a confrontation with Sadie..." The Lycan spun around and moved toward the exit, but the Princess held him back. "Chad is okay, really. I slapped her back." The Lycan seemed t