Chad's POV Bella's scent was an aphrodisiac to my senses. I suckled on her sweet neck, wishing I could mark her. The way every unmated male kept staring at her almost made me lose control on live TV. Hell, she looked so ravishing. Even the mated males looked interested in her. Fucking Jasper was t
Bella's POV "Well, well. Luna Bella?" I turned around and found myself face to face with the Alpha King. He oozes power and enigma. His black hair is tussled like he had passed his hands many times through it, or maybe a woman did. His enigmatic blue eyes looked me up and down. "I'm sorry, Alpha King. I got lost. I should go." I said as I started to walk away. He grabbed me by the arm firmly, and I had no choice but to stay in place. I stared down at the hand that was still holding me. "I suggest you unhand me, King Hudson. My mate is very possessive." He chuckled and let go of me. "With a woman like you, I think I would be as possessive as well." His eyes wandered down my face and body. I knew this look of uninvited interest that often times I caught on men when they looked at me. I sidestep him and continued to walk towards the garden. "I wanted to let you know that I accept. I accept to let the prisoners go as you requested once the competition is over." I stopped. Would h
Chad's POV Bella's chest rose and fell, and a cute squeak came out of her throat. The view was formidable from up here. The exquisite dress hugged all her curves in all the right places. "You wouldn't dare?" She said, feigning indignation. I pulled her close to me and whispered in her ear. "Swe
Bella's POV Chad's eyes darkened, matching the same desired that clouded mine. He made me feel daring and wanted. I put my hands on his bulging biceps, relishing in their hardness. "That sounds decadently hot, sweetheart. But some mere silk ties will not be able to restrain me, I will need to be c
Bella's POV Sadie wanted to speak, but no words were coming out of her mouth. She looked like a fish out of the water. Arona scrunched her nose and moved slightly away from Sadie. I don't even know how she managed to get an invitation. Jasper hasn't claimed her yet, I see no mark on her neck. But
Chad When I heard the piano keys, I was on one of the top floor balconies of the Palace. I had been keeping an eye on that Lunas' reunion. I didn't like that Bella was surrounded by strangers and so close to Arona and Jasper's mistress. I was proud to see that she was able to hold her own and was
Bella's POV The next day, I woke up with a new resolve. I was hoping to find that man and unmask him. I have a gut feeling about him. I could use my ring from afar and take his mask off, but I don't want to risk it. It would be way too obvious. Another problem would be to sneak away from Chad. I f
Chad's POV The reports Dane has been getting from our spies are worrisome. There has been an ongoing investigation about my ambush and the attack to Bella's family. Our suspicions have been correct, and they are connected. I have three suspects right now, but I need proof. There was definitely rog
Hudson's POV I woke up to a furnace against my back. I tried to move, but a pair of strong arms kept me in place. Chad's tattooed arm was wrapped around me like a vice. I didn't want to wake him up. Being in his arms was everything. The soreness between my thighs was a silent reminder of what had
Chad's POV Her body was glistening as she bounced up and down on my lap. Just like in my fantasies. She licked her plushy lips, almost sending me over the edge. I felt my fangs coming down. The desire to mark her was overwhelming. 'Down stupid Cobalt!' I growled. He grunted but obeyed. "Don't s
Braxten's POV I had been ordered by Arona not to go near her guests tonight, but I was never good at following orders. I've heard a commotion, and I decided to investigate. They had been at it for a while, it seemed, because I had only arrived after the aftermath. A man burst through the door, dra
Bella's POV When I saw Hendrick inside that cold cell like cage, my heart pang sending a wave of nauseting dread to my stomach. It was like looking at two water droplets. I got closer, and I couldn't help but reach out to cup his face. It was as if he was my Chad in that heart-wrenching state. Whe
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 bloc
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
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
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 th
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 pro