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Bella's POV When I saw Hendrick inside that cold cell-like cage, my heart pang sent a wave of nauseating dread to my stomach. It was like looking at two water droplets. I got closer and couldn't help but reach out to cup his face. It was as if he was my Chad in that heart-wrenching state. When he rubbed his face on my palm, and I didn't feel the sparks, I knew he wasn't Chad. Back in our room, I hug Chad, and I cannot stop the well of tears from falling like a cascade. I know I'm drenching his shirt, but I can't bear to let go of him. The witch and the werewolf that caused him and his brother to be cursed were my parents. I know it. I feel it in my gut. It all matches. My family owes an unrepayable debt to Chad and his family. I promise Chad that I will find a cure. These are not empty promises. I have the means to do it. I don't confess to Chad that I am a product of the couple that brought this tragedy upon his family. I'm afraid he would hate me. He stares into my eyes as I k
Braxten's POV Arona had ordered me not to go near her guests tonight, but I was never good at following orders. I 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, dragging a pregnant woman while yelling profanities at her. I followed them out of concern for the woman. I stayed hidden behind the shadows but had a clear view of them. The woman dug her claws into his arm, making him stop abruptly. "Are you fucking insane!!" He snarled. "I will spill everything, Jasper. I have been way too patient with you!" The woman seethed. She was berserk. "Don't you dare, or I'll make sure your child doesn't see the light of day!" He seethed. "Why Jasper? Why are you like this to me?! How can you not feel anything for me?! " she bellowed. The man's face turned furious, and he dragged her further into the shadows. The moonlight shone on his face, and recognition struck
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 stop!" My voice came out sounding more beast than human. She bit her pillowy lip and complied. The bouncing of her full breasts had me mesmerized. I licked my lips, just looking at her pale nipples. "Fuck!" I grunted for the umpteenth time. "You wrap so good around my cock, ma chérie! I'm dying to feel those sweet nipples around my tongue." My little temptress moaned in response. She smelled divine, sweet, peaches and cream. I was almost there. I thrust inside her from below repeatedly. "Look at how my cock is stretching out your pretty pussy sweetheart. Fuck Bella, you're mine!" I said through raggedy pants. "Mine to spoil and mine to fuck senseless every night." She smiled at me dreamily.
Bella'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 reminded me of what had transpired last night. I had never experienced something so exhilarating and kinky in my life. I giggled to myself. "What devilish deed did you remember that made you giggle, little Minx?" Chad's husky whisper against my nape made me shiver, awakening my ever-present desire for him all over again. "I was thinking about how good it felt to have you tied up and at my mercy," I replied playfully. A low growl rumbled in his chest. "I can't wait for the day I get to tie you up on my bed and have my way with you all night long, my Queen." He said huskily, turning me over to face him. I was still wearing his shirt. One of my shoulders was completely exposed. His eyes flashed with desire. My eyes met w
Chad's POV The crowd went silent, and we all looked at the woman who uttered those words. Is she talking about me? But Bella had rejected Holloway before I made my move. She stepped closer with a hand resting on her protuberant belly. None other than Saidie Mallory, Holloway's lover. I looked around, and sure enough, Holloway was close by. "What do you mean by that, Ms. Sadie?" Arona asked. Well, this looks like another ill-conceived plan of the Holloway-Hudson combo. I put my arm around Bella, sensing her displeasure towards her former friend. "You are all so prompt to judge Princess Arona when she was only defending her country and people, but Luna Bella Lockwood is not the angel she pretends to be. I know her well, having grown up with her my whole life. Your beloved Luna stole my mate!! I am Alpha Jasper's true mate!" Sadie Mallory choked on a sob. What a bitch! "You will not come to my doorstep and slander my woman, Ms. Mallory! Out of consideration for your pregnant stat
Bella's POV I watched as Sadie and Jasper walked away, feeling Chad carry me off. All those years and all this pain were caused by a lie. I regretted believing in Jasper; he was never my mate. No wonder Sadie hated me. Did this mean I had a mate somewhere else? I glanced at Chad, a pang of longing hitting my heart. I wished he had been my mate. “Don’t overthink it,” Chad said, gently pinching my chin as we entered the spacious common room. Elise rushed toward me when she saw me sitting beside me on the couch and grasping my trembling hands. “I have to go back and make sure the crowd is cleared from the entrance,” Chad said, looking at me intently before he left. He paused without turning back and added, “He will fucking pay for what he did to you. That’s my promise to you.” His anger was palpable. I let out a shaky breath. Elise wrapped her arms around me. “He is a monster, Bella. I can't believe his wolf allowed him to do this to you when they have their own mate.” Elise was f
Hendrick's POV The days passed in a blur. Bella continued to sneak out to practice her magic on me, all without Chad's knowledge. I had never suspected that she was a witch before. She asked me to keep her secret from Chad, worried he might hate her if he found out. I know my brother well; he would forgive her instantly, even if she stabbed him. He was utterly in love with her, and I was fucking terrified that I might be falling for her as well. She put her hands on my bare chest as she closed her eyes and whispered some spells. I sighed, relishing her touch. If Chad happens to walk on us at this moment, he will lose it, but I don't care as long as I get to enjoy her touch and closeness. Every night, I dream about her, but she looks slightly different in my dreams. In my dreams, her honey-blond hair is the color of gold. Bella meets my eyes and frowns. "What are you thinking?" She asks. I can't tell her I dream about her almost every night. She has never indicated that she wante
Chad's POV I was blinded by rage when I saw Hendrick cupping Bella's face, ready to kiss her. I knew she was upset, I felt it. I went straight to her room, looking for her. When I didn't find her, I knew instantly where she was. I stormed my way to Hendricks's room, not expecting to find such a scene. I knew long ago he had developed feelings for her. Cobalt was enraged as I was. I lunged myself at Hendrick with an overpowering thirst for blood. Bella tried to stop me, but Cobalt saw Hendrick as a threat. We were practically the same person. It was a given that Bella could be attracted to him as well. Cobalt wanted to eliminate that thread. My rage turned to despair when I saw her kneeling on the floor. My heart leaped to my throat as I registered the blood running down her legs. I scooped her in my arms and ran towards the pack's hospital. "Chad, it hurts!!" She clutched her stomach desperately. Her beautiful face was constricted with pain and marred with overflowing tears.
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