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Bella's POV Arona had been ranting non-stop about the competition's theme. Instead of trying to work out a solution, she became increasingly unreasonable. I could be patient and accommodating, but I draw the line where my child is concerned. For my child, I don't care who I cross, nor do I think about the consequences. My child is untouchable. The slap made a satisfying sound against her cheek. Her face contorted with shock as she cupped her cheek in disbelief. "How dare you, you bitch!!" Arona threw herself at me. But I was prepared. Claws out and everything. My eyes flashed, ready to rip the skin off of her face if necessary. "Don't!" A loud growl startled me. Chad?! Before I could even react, I was out of harm's way. Chad had put himself between us. Arona's claws ripped into Chad's back. Alpha King Hudson and the masked guard appeared out of nowhere, restraining Arona and putting her out of Chad's reach. "Chad!!" I bellowed. His back was dripping with blood, but he was s
Hudson's POV "Guard, leave us alone," I said to Braxten in a calm voice without betraying the fury threatening to burst from within. "Oversee that all of the Keladian prisoners get sent back tonight," I said as I clenched my fists. Braxten left, knowing that at least I wouldn't kill her. As stupid as she was, she was still my blood. As soon as her mate was far enough, I slapped Arona's face, sending her tumbling to the floor. "You see what your stupidity cost me?!" I snarled. Thick tears ran down her cheeks, but she did not crumble. I purposely hit her on the same cheek Bella did, trying not to raise suspicion. "My stupidity?! You've been thinking with your manhood ever since you set your eyes on her. Don't tell me there was no other solution before you threw away our only leverage!" She spews. "She will be your future queen sister. You better not threaten her life again, or I will cut ties with you!" I growled, and she scoffed. "I hate her. She has two kings by the balls, a
Bella's POV "Concentrate, Princess, 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, Princess. 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 devastated." 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
Chad's POV. I took a quick shower after training. The training facilities were equipped with everything. The packed house has a gym, showers, and even a breakfast buffet ready for everyone after training. There is also 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 at 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 daily and feeling her steady heartbeat and pups through the night fills me with serenity and contentment. "They're my little family." My heart gave a sudden summersault. Saying it out loud felt di
Bella's POV I walked with Chad side by side. People stared at us as we passed by them. Chad's presence was imposing. It was impossible not to stare at him. He looked magnificent, not to mention that he was impossibly tall. His muscles flexed with each of his movements, and his aura, although reigned in, was still threatening and powerful. Nobody dared to whisper 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 was that all of those whispers would torture my son throughout his childhood as well. Would he hate me for abandoning his father's
Hendrick' POV I woke up feeling groggy. 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 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 try to erase it as quickly as possible. "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 meet with the spies, and I'll cover for him." 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 on 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 not expect to find Bel
Bella's POV I turned on the water faucet at the exact 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 had the same golden eyes, but the ring outside of them was grey. I thought I had seen that change before, but I just thought the light was hitting differently at that moment. My cell phone rings with a message, bringing me out of my thoughts. 'Dane and I are here. Do you want me to go up and help?' Elise texts. 'I will be down in a minute.' I replied. I put aside my thoughts and started to get ready. The dress I chose was red with a delicate, flowy material. It was just above the knee. It concealed 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 falling at the sides. I pu
Chad's POV As soon as I realized the purpose of those fireworks, I felt my blood boil. Hudson and Holloway were mocking me on 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 offending bastards with a single purpose: to 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 lunge at me. I punched him in the jaw, making him fly out with a 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 distraction and
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