|| ELINDA's POV ||Fiona shifted her attention to me. When she saw me standing, her face grew red in anger. She shouted at me, her eyes filling with hatred," YOU!! YOU DID THIS TO ME! YOU!! You whore..how dare you!"I was awestruck by her audacity. She accused me even after she did wrong to me. I didn't have the heart to let go of her. I replied with a twisted smile," Yes, I did seduce her. What can you do to me, Fiona?"She growled at me angrily. Her wolf died and she had no power left in her body. She sneered at me, her jealousy maddening her," HE DOESN'T EVEN CARE FOR YOU! It's all for your brother..and your title...He isn't interested in a low-class woman like you."I couldn't endure her insult anymore. In my impulse, I turned around and put my lips on his lips, pulling him into a hard kiss. It took him off guard but Alexis didn't push me away. Instead, he tried to deepen the kiss when reality kicked me hard. My wolf was tempted to go further. I pulled it back, breaking our kis
|| ALEXIS's POV ||" The western pack has agreed with the meeting. They would like to meet in the Italian Bar."Matteo informed me, his eyes narrowing in confusion. I was also stunned to know that they had agreed to the meeting so easily. It had only one meaning they had certain demands.I put down the revolver and looked up at Matteo," Sure! Let them come and see what they want."Matteo nodded, typing the answer on the iPad," I am booking the venue. Are you going alone? I mean.. the princess..."I cut him off with a glare, not wanting to take any risk," She stays here! It's dangerous to bring her around them. Put as many guards as you need. Not a single harm shall come on her."Matteo understood the assignment and gave direction through the speaker. I turned back to find my laptop. I was distracted from the moment the kiss happened. My wolf shouldn't be tempted but I was craving to stay near her. Such certain feelings were questionable. Since we had no bond, I shouldn't have felt
|| ELINDA's POV ||" How dare you fucking kiss me in front of everyone!"I was furious, not over Alexis but over myself. Every time he touched me or kissed me, it awakened my old feelings. My wolf stirred with excitement. I had the urge to pull him down for a kiss.Alexis clenched his jaw, glaring down at me," You should have fucking remembered it before coming here. I was only trying to save you. That jerk wanted you."I could tell from the expression of Alpha Luca that he had ill intentions with me. But since Alexis was there, I didn't mind his eyes. I replied with a scoff, getting on his nerves," So what? You can keep whores. Why can't I?"Alexis's expression grew dark over my comment. He stomped on his feet, growling through his gritted teeth," ELINDA! MIND YOUR WORDS! You are a princess, not a cheap whore."The reminder of my identity hit me hard. I swallowed hard before muttering my reply," Yes! It was cheap. That's why you could throw it off in the past. Since I am the prin
|| ALEXIS's POV ||Alex...My love...In a moment, my entire past flashed in front of my eyes. I remembered those loving eyes that held love for me when I took her virginity. Elinda fell silent as if realization had knocked her over as well.Then all my self-control exploded in a second. I pushed it deep inside her core, a sweet painful moan coming out of her lips. My wolf released a satisfied growl. I had bedded women after rejecting our bond but nothing made me feel so good like her.Elinda collapsed in my arms after she had her release. The moon went behind the clouds and the effect of her heat had reduced already. She stayed limp in my arms. I carried her up in my arms. For the first time that I held her, I felt complete. As I walked past the corridor, Matteo's voice stopped me abruptly," Alpha Don! What have you done? Don't you that... it's a crime? How can you touch a princess during this time?"I swallowed the discomfort hard. I was aware of the consequences that it was going
|| ALEXIS's POV ||"You are playing with fire, Alber! You are putting everything in danger!"I couldn't understand how he played along with the girl in an open place. I didn't know whether it was for Elinda or Albert that I was worried about. Giving to his situation, I knew the depth of danger.Albert kept his face dark. He lived only a few miles away from our island. I had to sneak to hide the whole drama from Elinda. I hated it when she gave me the face of distrust. Albert muttered while sipping the wine in his hand." I.. I didn't know. I didn't know that we were being followed."I shook my head in disbelief, the consequences of these leakages terrifying me. I replied with a long sigh,"You are ruining everything. I can't keep you safe if you continue to cross the boundary."Albert seemed distracted by my words. He sipped from his wine again and again before telling,"I have a banquet with the politicians tomorrow. How can I join that? The media...they are looking for me crazily."
|| ELINDA's POV ||I snapped my head aside to see Alexis running to my side. He grabbed my hands and pleaded, his eyes swiping around in an alarming concern," Don't fall for their trap! A princess can't shift in front of the media."I almost forgot the rules that I was once told by my biological mother. Princesses weren't allowed to shift in the presence of court members. It could lead to the violation of law but my rage was out of this world. The Alpha dared to poison me in front of everyone.I growled at Alexis, casting murderous glares to the Alpha," But he tried to kill me. Because of him, my servant is gone. I want it to be investigated."The Alpha still denied with a strong voice," This is absolutely absurd. I did nothing to the princess. I wish to fight if you..."Alexis cut him off as he went in front of me like a shield," Before you come for the princess, you have to cross me."The Alpha laughed before sneering at Alexis's face," Do you think that you are any match for m
|| ALEXIS's POV ||" Why are you looking for him? I must remind you, Alpha Don, that killing the Alpha will cause problems for us."Matteo groaned, watching me going through the details of Alpha Austin. He was the one who gifted Elinda the wine. Alpha Austin was part of the ministry, the youngest to be on the team. Even though Albert had asked me to stay away from him, I was doing my research.Matteo saw through my mind. He questioned, watching me absorb my thoughts," Since the prince doesn't want it, why are you pushing yourself into this matter, Alpha Don?"I had no answer for that. My mind couldn't forget the image of Elinda when she saw death so close to her. Her expression was imprinted in my mind. I couldn't forget it nor did I know the silly concern behind my behavior. I lied, finding out significant details about Alpha Austin that amused me," Protecting her is my responsibility. I just want to be extra cautious."Lies! I wished to bury that scum!Matteo didn't question anymo
" He has started a war...for you ...."Alessio whispered into my ear, snapping me out of my thoughts. I stared at the mess in the room. Seth had butchered a few of the werewolves, roaring like a lion. He seemed like he had lost his consciousness.I swallowed the fear in my heart. I didn't know why Alessio believed that I could calm the mad Alpha. I observed Seth for a while. His eyes were glowing like the sunlight, a burning anger riding through his veins. My heart flew out of my chest in fear. I turned to Alessio, already giving up on the decision," I can't... Perhaps I will die but I can't do this shit."I tried to walk away from there but Alessio gripped me back in my position. He looked deep into my eyes, pleading and begging so brokenly," Please...He won't hurt you. You are carrying his child. Your child can calm him down. He has already done enough harm. Don't let him do it again."I couldn't ignore the plea in his voice. Letting out a sigh, I looked back into the room and mus
Chapter 51 || ALEXIS'S POV ||"How dare you go to that photoshoot?" My voice was low and threatening, full of the anger that had been simmering in me since I found out what had gone down. "Do you have any idea what kind of people could've been there? Do you even know the danger you put yourself in?"Elinda crossed her arms, her own temper flaring. "Oh, now you care about what happens to me?" she retorted. "You're okay with running around with murderers and gangsters, but I step in front of a camera and that's the ultimate sin? Give me a break, Alexis!"My jaw tightened. "It's different, and you know it. I'm born into this. I don't have a choice!""That's the biggest lie you've ever told yourself!" she cried. "You do have a choice. You could have walked away, but instead, you cling to it! You prefer this violent, risky life to anything else!"I took a step forward, towering over her. "And what do you want me to do, Elinda? Run away with my tail between my legs? Give it all up? Be weak
Chapter 50|| ELINDA'S POV ||I already knew I could sense the power of his gaze even before I had turned. The moment I saw the photo in his hands, my heart thumped madly against the ribcage. There I was—the one wearing a stunning black ensemble, the light of the studios providing a calming gloss to my features. The picture was one of the better ones from that shoot months ago when Alexis had ushered me into this world.But it wasn't the picture itself that sent me shivers down to my icy core. It was the look on which the man who held it looked at me—like I was some treasure he'd spent years looking for, and now that he'd found me, he was not going to let me go."This is you, isn't it?" His voice was smooth, but there was a definite bite to it. He moved closer, his hands curling around the edges of the picture. "I knew it when I saw you."I exhaled sharply, trying to keep my face neutral. "I don't know what you're talking about."His mouth curled into a self-satisfied smile. "Don't li
Chapter 49Alexis's POVThe tension hung in the air, the same sortt that seeped deep into my bones. I was standing outside Elinda's door, hesitating for the first time in a while. Considering what had transpired today, I had expected her to lash out at me, to blame me like she often did. She hadn't. She had defended me, something she never did. And that strange feeling in my chest—it was unsettling. I needed to see her, to at least acknowledge what had happened.I breathed deeply and opened the door and entered. The room was shaded, moonlight streaming in through the balcony doors that had been left open. Elinda was standing in it, facing away from me, staring into the distance. Her hair spilled down her back, blowing gently with the breeze."Elinda," I spoke softly.She didn't respond. "What do you want, Alexis?" Her tone was icy, distant.I stood up with her, resting my hands on the railing. "I wanted to thank you.""For what?" she said, not glancing at me."For not throwing me unde
Chapter 48|| Alexis's POV ||The air was thick with the smell of sweat and blood as we moved toward the old warehouse.Marcus stood next to me, silent but tense, his hand curled around the grip of his knife. The others followed behind, their footsteps light on the cracked pavement.We moved with ease, like ghosts in the night.I had waited for hours. Hours of stalking, of searching, of the anger searing within me like a burning flame.They took her.And now, they would pay.Marcus breathed softly, "Guards at the door—two of them."I nodded. Amateurs.Before they could even move, my men were on them, snapping their necks in a minute.The corpses fell to the ground silently.We slid inside.The faint light flickered off the metal walls. It was damp, suffocating. And then, center of the room, sitting like royalty upon her throne of devastation, was her.Layana.She looked just as I'd remembered—razor sharp angles, eyes a piercing green, and a confidence that danced the border of madness.
Chapter 47|| Alexis's POV ||The moment that son of a bitch in front of me threatened me by raising his hand, I knew this was not going to end without a fight."I have no idea what you're talking about," I said, icily. "She's not a princess. She's just a drunk girl who overpartied."The leader sneered. "Don't manipulate us, Kozlov. We know who she is. The Royal family is not as inaccessible as they imagine."I could feel Elinda twist in my arms, half-unconscious, unaware of the peril that was closing around us. My grip on her tightened."And if I don't surrender her?" I snarled.The leader's eyes glinted. "Then we take her by force."And that was when the battle began.The first man rushed at me, coming straight for my ribcage. I dodged to the left, twisting, keeping Elinda in my grasp as I led with my elbow and hammered it into his jaw. He stumbled back, but before I could floor him, another tried to bash me on the head with a metal baton.I dodged barely in time to escape the blow
" Just wear it off, Stella! You can do it."Alenzo encouraged me, patting my shoulder. My last hope of resistance was gone. I thought that Alenzo would save me from ruining my image. But he rather appreciated the idea of Knox. Alenzo continued, eyeing the black swan dress," I believe that this dress is made for you, Stella. Just be natural and wear your dress with confidence."He made it clear that he couldn't go against the wish of Knox Vitalies. Alenzo needed an investor for a long time. After a year of struggle, he finally managed to bug a big check from a big company like Vitalies. I bit down my lips to stop the cursing. I hated Knox's possessive side. If he found out about our other son, I would be doomed.I finally gave up, releasing a long sigh," Okay! I will do it for the company."Alenzo gave a big smile, relief flashing across his face," Thank goodness! My best wishes to you, Stella."I cracked a weak smile. It had been years since I walked on the ramp. I was nervous as he
The soft hum of conversation and the clinking of porcelain filled the small café, yet I felt detached from it all. I sat across from Daniel, the man who had come to my rescue not once, but twice. His presence was both reassuring and unsettling, a strange mix of comfort and danger that I couldn’t quite place. I wrapped my hands around the ceramic mug, the warmth seeping into my cold fingers, grounding me in this moment."Thank you, Daniel," I said, my voice barely rising above a whisper. I couldn’t meet his gaze, the intensity of his dark eyes too much to bear. "For saving me. Twice."Daniel’s expression softened, though only slightly. His sharp features remained stoic, but there was a flicker of something—concern, perhaps—in his eyes. "I did what needed to be done," he replied, his tone as calm and controlled as ever. "You don’t need to thank me."The words hung between us, heavy and unspoken truths lingering just beneath the surface. I had so much I wanted to say, questions I wanted
* SLAP *I fell on the floor after my father hit me. It was the first time that he raised his hand at me. His shouting resonated all through the room," YOU!! JERK!! I WILL SHOOT YOU!"He tried to snatch the gun from my so-called driver. I wanted to laugh at myself for my stupidity. I trusted the man that my father set me up. Keegan didn't pass the gun immediately. He tried to convince my father, but his deep concerned voice only raised my temper," Sir, you shouldn't act violence. She is still young and has so much to learn. Let her go!"I sneered at his concern. Only if it wasn't for him, I would have gone far away. I pushed my father to do what he wanted," Go on! DO IT! Kill me, Dad. If my mother wasn't an issue on your way, why would I?"My father's eyes darkened in rage within a nanosecond. He raised his hand again to slap me then Keegan interrupted with his words," The press has arrived, Sir. We need to give a valid reason for her missing."Suddenly Dad came back to his senses
" I will let you know who can take the lead of our pack. Thank you Grandma for your trust."I accepted the offer after Konstantine gave me support. That guy really had the power on me. Jessica was sobbing in my mother's arms. She blabbered that grandmother didn't give her anything only because she was the adopted child.I shook my head and laughed bitterly. My parents still couldn't trust that Jessica was actually sad for losing the Alpha position. I was tired of their drama and made my way outside. Alex's voice stopped me from going further," Elena, Stop! STOP!!!"I cursed under my breath and stopped to look up at him. He spoke uneasily, his earlier arrogance was gone," Jessica is heartbroken. Considering your rank, you should have passed the position to her willingly."I sneered at his words with disgust," So you think that I should pass my rights to her just because she is miserable? Alex, you have always been a fool. I won't make the same mistake twice."I tried to walk away wh