Lyra’s POV I stirred, turning over and trying to open my bleary eyes. My head felt heavy, like a block of wood, but it was the searing headache that made me wince. What had they mixed in my drink to make me feel this way? A shudder went down my spine at the thought of what could have happened to me. Was it a nightmare? I opened my eyes and found myself in my bedroom, safe and sound. Yet the splitting headache and the horrible taste in my mouth were proof that it wasn’t a nightmare. Last night I went to Purple Beats after Granny incited me. Nick and his friends had harassed me and spiked my drink. If Leandros hadn’t arrived on time, I would have been abused and left to die! I sprang from the bed with a start as realization hit me hard.Leandros had saved me. Leandros was here. Despite the throbbing in my head, I staggered to the washroom to freshen up. I wanted to fix myself up before going out to thank him. Did Uncle Felixe find out about our late-night escapade? I was totally out
Leandros’s POV I could sense her presence behind me, her scent penetrating into my mind and body forcefully. I had no control over the mate bond attracting me towards her. Yes, despite the years that have passed by, she was still my one and only mate. She might have forgotten me, but I was still stuck four years ago to the day she rejected me. “I’m so happy that you came back for Hera’s sake, Leandros. She was too upset since morning,” said Lena and I sighed. If Felixe, Derrick, and Zephyrus hadn’t come over to my studio apartment this morning to get me, I would have reached home by now. “Yes, she wanted Felixe to cancel this party,” said Zephyrus, looking over my shoulder at Lyra. I dreaded turning around to face her. Last night was different. She was almost on the verge of losing her consciousness. “How are you feeling now, Lyra?” asked Zephyrus and my breath hitched as a feeling of intense need coursed through my body. It was the need to claim my mate as mine. She was a gift fr
Lyra’s POV Pressed against his hard chest, I drowned in his mesmerizing eyes, my hands sliding up his shoulders instead of pushing him away. The world stopped revolving around me as I fought the urge to smash my lips to his like I used to. Would he kiss me back this time? I wasn’t underage anymore. At that moment, I forgot about his betrayal and his family waiting for him back in Lucania.My intoxicated mind was brimming with the intense love I had kept hidden for so long. I couldn’t hide it any longer. All I knew was he was still my mate, and I belonged to him. His hold tightened around my waist while his eyes darkened like thunderclouds. In a split second, he tangled his fingers in my hair to grip the back of my head. A gasp escaped my lips, realizing his intentions. His mouth covered mine, dominating and hard, leaving me stunned. I hadn’t expected to receive my first kiss from him tonight. I wasn’t even prepared! Taking advantage of my parted mouth, he thrust his tongue inside m
Lyra’s POV The next morning, Uncle Felixe had already left for work when I woke up. I knew I was late today, but what could I do? All night, I couldn’t drive Leandros and his smoldering kiss out of my mind. I lost count of the number of times I replayed it in my head. My lips still throbbed as if he had kissed me just now! Added to that were his controversial dialogues. They left me more confused than before. When I finally slept in the wee hours of the morning, I couldn’t wake up. To top it all, I forgot to set my alarm last night! In five minutes, I got ready for work and dashed out to my car. There was no time to grab breakfast, even. After the bombshell Hera dropped last night, I trudged over to my room. There was nothing I could do about it than wait for my uncle to initiate the topic. I couldn’t give Hera away and fight his decision now. So, the wisest thing to do would be to wait for him to tell me. I drove over to work and reported to my mentor, Mr. Greenville. He was furio
Lyra’s POV I was bored at home for the next two days with nothing to do. I lost the sense of direction after the bitter experience at Mackenzie’s. It had taught me one thing. I couldn’t work under anyone. The independent streak in my nature would always cause a clash with my superiors. I hated being dictated to. “You can pursue your master’s,” suggested Hera as we sat in the living room, waiting for my uncle’s return. “I want to work simultaneously.” “Why don’t you start your fashion line? Decide what you want to specialize in,” suggested Granny while I gaped at her. Of course, the thought had been playing in my mind for almost a month, but I wasn’t confident I could do it. “What if I fail?” Granny shrugged and gazed at her mobile phone. “Learn from your failures and try harder until you succeed.” Hera looked excited and prodded me on. “Yes, mom is right. Why don’t you try at least? You can study online and do this in your free time.” I gaped at the two of them, mulling over th
Leandros’s POV I woke up at the crack of dawn to wrap up the work around the house. I had a mountain load of work to take care of before dropping the pups at Lena’s play school and heading to the office. Ever since Carla fell ill and discontinued as nanny to the triplets, I was in a soup. For four years, she had handled them well, and I didn’t have to worry about them. But I couldn’t complain. She was genuinely sick and needed a break. After all, tending to the triplets was the most tiresome work on earth! After a hectic morning, I dropped the pups at their school and headed for work. Lena had offered to take the pups along with hers to her house. It helped immensely and I could go to work in peace. Otherwise, I would have been in a bigger soup.As I headed towards the marketplace, Leo grew restless. ‘She’s here, Leandros!’ he gasped, and so did I. How could I feel her presence around me? A flight flew low, heading towards Inuvik Airport ahead and Leo grew even more agitated. Why d
Lyra’s POVI was acutely aware of his presence near me. His reaction to my arrival made me blush. Did he realize I came here only for him? No, I couldn’t admit that to him yet. It would boost his already inflated ego and I would look like a fool. No, I would make excuses but never admit my true feelings to him. Ever since I set foot in Lucania, I have been dying of curiosity. I wanted to storm into Leandros’s house and demand an explanation for everything. Yet when I reached his house, I couldn’t take a step forward and buzz his doorbell. Therefore, giving up, I went to Lena’s school, hoping to meet all of them there. After spending the entire day there, Hazel offered me to stay in her old house and I dumped my luggage there. Since she was living with Stavros, her house was vacant and I could have my privacy.Just as I had freshened up, Lena picked me up and drove over to her house for a get-together. So here I was, trying to enjoy myself with the rest of them. But my heart skipped
Lyra’s POV I froze on the spot, unable to utter a single word. His admission had pulled the carpet from under my feet, leaving me confused. Had I misunderstood him in the last four years? His words still echoed in my head. Dimitra had abandoned them when they were a day old! Did that mean she never stayed with Leandros as a family? Did he bring them up single-handedly while I bore a grudge against him and stayed away? I didn’t know what to think anymore. The sound of the car door clicking shut brought me out of my dazed state. I saw Leandros carrying his sleeping pups into the house, one by one. He looked annoyed and ignored me as he went inside. I knew he was upset with me, but for what? Was it because I refused to help him? Or was it because I misunderstood him?I picked up his daughter and followed him to their bedroom. It was true I had falsely concluded about Dimitra, but he couldn’t hold a grudge against me for it. He had brought this day upon himself. Didn’t he know what ty