Bella Chad stiffened when he heard the woman. He didn't let go of my hand, but he avoided my eyes. My heart skipped. He told me he didn't have a mate. Who could this woman be? The woman's eyes jumped from me to Chad in bewilderment. Her fake smile looked like it was hurting her physically. "My King?" She tilted her head inquisitively. Her elegant two-piece suit fitted her like a glove, with a skirt just above the knee. The woman meant power and status. "This is Luna Bella Lockwood of White Claw Pack. She will be staying at the palace temporarily." I felt inner satisfaction when he called me by my maiden name along with my birth pack. Chad turned to me, his eyes softening. "Bella, welcome to the Royal Palace. You can stay as long as you..." "Aren't you going to introduce me, my King?" The woman interrupted with a forced chuckle. Chad looked at her, I saw his jaw tightening. "Lorna Ferguson, daughter of Alpha Terrence, an Honorable member of the Royal Parliament," Chad said wit
Chad's POV When Cobalt urged me to go to her, I didn't think 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 robe. 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 strode 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 me
They left, and I made my way back through the garden with small steps. Chad caught up with me. "Bella?" He grabbed me by my bare shoulders. I can't explain the sparks I felt at his touch. They feel stronger each time. Is it possible to build a connection with someone other than your mate? I saw his eyes flash when he looked at my teary eyes. "He's going to win, Chad. Elder Simon is his uncle. There's a reason why my father never liked him. He will not care about what Jasper did to me!" I turned around to hide my tears of anger and dread. "I don't want to go back to him, Chad. I wouldn’t be able to stand it." He turned me around and touched my chin softly with one hand. "You won't have to, Bella. He will not take you. I promise." We were so close. If he wasn't so tall, it would have been so easy to just press my body against his and kiss him. It would require more than going on my tiptoes, though. Goddess, why do I have the most inappropriate thoughts where he's concerned? I sto
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 n
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
I was trembling with rage and deception. How can they do that to me? They have all confabulated against me. Chad put his hand on my shoulder, stopping me from shaking. "We need to take a break before continuing!" Said Chad firmly, and he guided me quickly towards the exit. Once in the hallway, I darted to the bathroom, leaving Chad behind. I looked myself in the mirror. I was not going to cry. I was not going to give Sadie and Jasper the satisfaction of seeing me defeated. I fixed my hair and put lip gloss on, but I still felt uneasy. I rubbed my ring in slow circles, bringing serenity into myself. I closed my eyes, and the images of my nightmares flashed through my mind. I saw hands trying to reach me, and I heard voices "bright." I opened my eyes and decided to go back outside. Jasper opened the door before. It could get out and corral me, pushing me against the wall. His breath was too close to my face. He caressed my cheek with his knuckles as he smiled triumphantly. "Lon
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 at 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 throughout the interrogations. I know he was pissed on my behalf. "We can all agr
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.
**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
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. N
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 wit
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 informatio
**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
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 wa
**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 w
Bella's POV I passed by the common room on my way out. Elise and Grace were there. Grace looks so much better after giving her the amulet. She has even asked me to be her baby's godmother. Elise is a little bit farther along. I hope their babies can become friends in the future. Lira appeared as w