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
"You're as much at fault, Theron," I said, making Anaisha growl in approval. "I, Luna Bella Lockwood of White Claw Pack, reject you, Jasper Holloway of Riverbank Pack." The painful tug of the mate bond was still strong. My knees almost buckled "Accept the rejection, Holloway, or I swear I'll take your pack away for your despicable crimes against your Luna," Chad ordered Jasper. I could feel both men's anger. The air was thick. Their auras were pushing at each other, but in the end, Chad won. Jasper's jaw tightened. He looked at Chad with pure hatred. He looked at me then, and for the first time, I saw a flicker of regret in his eyes. "Your actions brought us here, Jasper. Now you have Sadie instead of me." I said in a monotone. Jasper wanted to say something, but Chad stopped him. "Accept it now!" Chad boomed. His wolf got angrier every time Jasper spoke or looked at me. "I Alpha Jasper Holloway of Riverbank Pack, accept your rejection." I stumbled back, but Chad held me.
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 dare 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.
Bella's POV "I have the results of..." Dr. Sarah stopped midway, noticing our stay in disarray. My lips probably looked swollen from the kisses, and Chad's shirt was skewed. "I... I could come back." The Dr. said. "No!" We both said at the same time. I was not to be trusted alone with Chad. Goddess, I almost... Dr. Sarah cleared her throat and laughed awkwardly. "Well, the Luna is fine. She could go home. She was just exhausted and with good reason. From now on, she needs to take care of herself. She is almost five months pregnant, and she barely has gained any weight. You need lots of nutritious food, and I prescribe you some vitamins." Dr. Sarah smiled. "I will make sure she gets rest and eats well from now on, Dr. Sarah," Chad said. "I'm sure you will, my king." Dr. Sarah said with a glint in her eyes. She left soon after leaving me with Chad to get ready to leave. I came out of the bathroom after fixing my hair and my dress. I had no idea how Chad had managed to unhook my b
**Chad's POV** Lorna had been groomed since she was a teenager to become my Luna. I never agreed to it, but Alpha Terrence, as a member of the Parliament, convinced the Elders. It would certainly be humiliating for her once word got out that she was no longer my fiancée. "I will handle it. You don't need to worry." I kissed Bella's hand, and she tucked herself against me, falling asleep. To say Cobalt was over the moon would be an understatement. I stroked her hair gently as Cobalt repeated in my mind, "Mine." She will be mine. I intend to marry her and make her my Luna. I will raise her child as my own, and perhaps she will give me one or two kids of our own. A smile of contentment spread across my face. Soon, we arrived at the palace. Bella was still a bit 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
Chad's POV She dropped to her knees, clutching my pants, leaving me flabbergasted. "Please, my king. I promise I won't be a nuisance to you. I will give you an heir, and you can keep her as a lover if you want, I won't mind." She pleaded earnestly. Her? Bella? A lover? Cobalt came forward, our combined rage, creating a dangerous threat feeling in the room. "Alpha Terrence, control your daughter! I'd let this insult to Luna Bella slide just this once. No one will tarnish her name and live to count it. I said what I have to say you may leave!" I snarled. "But my King, what about my daughter." Alpha Terrence asked, still in shock. "Who would want to marry my child now if she was rejected by the king?" Luna Clara implored. "I did not reject her. She was not my mate to begin with. Plans were canceled, as simple as that. Once spring is here, Lorna will travel to all the country's packs, searching for her mate. All her expenses and dowry will be sponsored by the crown." With that, I
**Bella's POV** Chad draped the robe around my shoulders and fastened it tightly in front. I couldn't help but grin at him—he was so sweet and attentive to me. I had seen him get angry and make even the most powerful Alphas 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, playing with the lapels of his suit. “It’s done. I broke off the engagement, although it was never official,” he replied. “I’m relieved that you’re no longer engaged, but I also feel guilty about Lorna. If it weren't for me coming into your life, she...” He placed a finger gently on my lips, and I closed my eyes, feeling the addictive warmth his touch sent through my body. “You saved her from a miserable life. You saved both of us. Now, she will have the chance to find her fated mate. Let’s just hope he’s not a terrible one.” I nodded in agreement. “What did you tell Jasper at the Parliament's court when he was being subdued?
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.
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 information. They were on a mission to capture Bella and 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