Valeria POVI slammed Ruby on the wall harshly, blocking air from passing through her lungs. I wanted to kill her; I wanted this night to be the last day she would live, and the last day she would ask me to do something so evil. How dare she, after all they did to me, ignore me and sell me off? She is asking me to run away. She wants to take over my identity. The only thing I have left that is mine—the audacity to do that! Ruby trashed around in my hand, her face turning red, but I squeezed harder, not caring how she scratched my hand.“That is enough,” I heard a voice say, holding my hand. But I didn’t listen; I squeezed harder.“You are going to get her killed,” Damien said, forcing my hand away from her neck. I growled, but he held me tight, moving me away from Ruby.“Calm down,” he whispered in my ears, hugging me tight, but I trashed his arms, angry and hurt. How dare she tell me that to my face? I have feelings too. Why should I bear the blame for something I have no control ove
Valeria POVA loud growl woke me up from my sleep. I jerked awake, looking around me, and nothing was happening. I heard another growl with things breaking, and it seemed the noise was coming from the down floor. Panicking, I come down from the bed, wearing my slippers. I ran out of my room, heading to the down floor. There was nobody on the stairs, and I was scared. Hoping is not what I think it is. I got to the bottom floor, and I gasped loudly at the whole place, which was messed up. The pack members stood away from the two Alphas’s fighting.“How dare you touch what is mine?” Adrian raged, punching my mate harshly in the jaw. I gasped, anger and fear rushing through my veins as my mate fell to the floor, bleeding out. Adrain wasn’t done; he had all the intention of killing my mate, and I wasn’t going to stand there and watch. Adrian raised his claw, going for my mate’s opened chest. But I ran to my mate, my body full of anger. I have no idea what happened, but Adrain flew into th
Valeria POVI sat down at the back of the seat with Damien, and we sat in silence. I was lost in my thoughts; I didn’t expect any of this to happen. Not that I am not happy I finally get to be with my mate; I just have so many questions. Was it all planned, or did some unfortunate things that happened work in his favour? “Hey,” Damien called, bringing me out of my thoughts. I looked up at him, and I was happy the blood was no longer on his face. He must have noticed how uncomfortable it made me, so he cleaned it, which I am grateful for. “I know you are very confused and have a lot of questions, but don’t worry; when we get to my pack, well fed and taking lots of rest, we will talk about it,” he said softly. I breathe out.“But how did you get so beaten up? I thought you were more powerful than him.” I asked. He chuckled.“It was all part of the plan, mate; I needed to get beaten up. Now don’t ask too many questions; you were woken up from your sleep too suddenly, and you are still
Valeria POV“Wow,” I mumbled, filled with excitement. We are finally in the main pack, and being shocked was an understatement. This looks like a mini-city with lots of buildings everywhere.“I mean, it’s better if the first thing we come into is the offices, businesses, and companies,” he said. I nod my head, agreeing with him. I always wondered how packs make their money, and this is just giving me insights. I mean, the buildings are not as tall as the ones I see in the movies; they are like 2- or 3-story buildings, and the roads are not fancy like the ones in the movies or have highways either. It’s like a small village with houses and companies, but this is more beautiful than that.The buildings are made of beautiful designs, and the houses are beautiful too. As Damien said, nobody was on the street, and I suddenly wished they were. It would be beautiful to see people walking down the street, going about their day. The car continued going, and slowly I started seeing more houses
Valeria POVI yawned on the bed, stretching my body, and I couldn’t help but moan because that felt so good. Being in the car for so long couldn’t make me stretch or have much movement; I don’t ever want to be on such a journey again. I opened my eyes slowly, and I was face-to-face with cobalt blue eyes. I stared at him, not blinking. This was our first night together, and I don’t know how to react to his bed hair and sleepy face. He looks so cute. For an Alpha and a man of title, this was a funny scene.“Good morning, mate,” he mumbled, his voice raspy. I don’t know if I should swoon at his deep voice or cringe at the morning breath.“What? Does my breath stink?” he asked, smiling at me. I nod my head slowly. Damien chuckled, wrapping his arms around me and dragging me close. He snuggled up on my chest, rubbing his face on my body.“Get used to it; we are going to be waking up like this a lot,” he mumbled, holding me tight. I smiled, wrapping my arms around his neck. I have never cud
Valeria POVDarcy and I walked around the monumental building, checking all the clothes. This pack is actually bigger than I expected; I had no idea there was a bigger mall a bit far from the pack house. I don’t know how many people are in this pack, but this pack is not like a normal werewolf pack; it’s like a human community. Who is going to attack them? Where do they even start from?“This is cute,” Darcy said, showing me a cute floral gown. She placed the gown on me, and I agreed with her. It’s cute—simple but cute.“How about you change into this?” she asked.“Sure,” I said, taking the gown and going to the dressing room. The gown doesn’t need a bra, and I am wearing one of Damien’s boxers. He had so many boxers he hadn’t worn, and I am happy I wore this, because these things are comfortable. I removed my clothes, looked at the scratches on my arms, and sighed. My wolf is still not back yet; my wounds have healed but not healed enough to get rid of the scars. Can I wear this gown
Valeria POV“Yes, this is Valeria, Alpha’s mate,” Darcy said. The lady gave me a long look. I can’t tell what is going through her head, and I have a feeling it’s not good. Then she smiled, outstretching her hand.“Hello, it’s nice to finally meet Alpha’s mate. My name is Kate,” she said. I smiled back at her, shaking her hand. “Hello, my name is Valeria,” I said back. I noticed the hard grip she had on my hand. I didn’t react to it. Instead, I used all my strength to squeeze back harder, and then I let go before she could increase her grip. I don’t want to look like some weakling. She smiled, taking a deep breath.“Well, I will see you both later,” she said, walking away. Heading to the elevator. I looked at her as she went.“Pretence,” I said when she was out of sight. Darcy growled angrily, and I looked at her.“Tell me about her,” I said, taking Darcy’s hand and walking to the other elevator.“That is Kate. She is a warrior and also a power-seeking bitch,” she said as we entered
Valeria POVDamien looked guilty. Why does he look guilty? Did something happen to them? A lot of thoughts were going on in my head at that point. His expression seemed like something happened between them, and I was hoping I was wrong because I thought he had waited for me, though he kept himself pure for his mate. I mean, what is the use of being around women when you know the moon goddess has given you a soulmate? Suddenly, Damien chuckled.“Calm down, mate; nothing happened between us,” he said, holding me close to him.“Are you sure?” I asked, and my eyes had already pulled up with tears. Damien laughed out loud, hugging me to himself.“Oh mate. If only you knew how I have waited for you all my life. I would never have anything to do with any female that is not my mate; please don’t cry,” he said, rubbing my back. I hugged him back, breathing out in relief. Nothing happened; I would have lost my shit if anything were to happen, because that is technically cheating. I pull back a
Valeria POVI woke up from my sleep, and I was in an unfamiliar bed. I looked around me, and I could hear the sound of birds chirping. The room was big and comfortable, with not too many designs. And the big window was opened, allowing the gentle breeze to come into the room. Something about the breeze, the chirping sounds of the bed, and the serenity makes me feel so calm.I smiled, coming down from the bed. I left the room and burst into the hallway. The hallway was spacious, and there were some vintage-looking lamps hanging on the walls. The floor was wooden, and the walls were a creamy colour. I walked down, and I got to the stairs. I walked down the stairs, and I was in the spacious living room. Instead of walls, it was a transparent glass wall, and I could see what was going on outside. We were surrounded by more beautiful green trees. The front yard is filled with soft green grass, and it looks so beautiful.“You’re awake,” Dmitri said, and I turned around. He smiled at me, wal
Dmitri’s POVI smiled, watching Valeria dance with some little children. The trip has been going way better than I imagined. I knew I needed to do something to get her out of her comfort zone, to show her a new world. All the things I said about my flings were true; I was never the man to fall in love with any woman. The last woman I loved genuinely was my mate, and she died so many years ago that I have forgotten some memories of her. I had flings, and they were there for sexual pleasure. It was nothing more than that. But with Valeria, it was different. Something about her captured my soul, and I have loved her for a long time.I am ready to take it step by step with her, ready to make her fall in love with me at her own pace. What she went through was sad; it shaped her into the life she lived today. But I know that is not who she is. Valeria just wants love; she wants to be loved, and she wants happiness. She may be stubborn, but that is a facade, and I saw right through her. Seei
Valeria POVI sat in the passenger seat, jamming to the song playing on the radio. It was three days later, and Dmitri and I were on our way to this surprise he organised for us. I have no idea where we are headed, but I am happy to be with him. He left two days ago to fix everything, and then he came back with some bags. He told me to wear the floral yellow sundress with a pair of brown sandals. The dress is a free long dress with a very fitted waist. It has spaghetti strap arms, and the gown cups up my breast, showing a bit of cleavage. Dmitri brushed my hair, leaving it messy as it fell down my back. He used some lip balm on my lips, and I was looking so beautiful and simple. I have never dressed that way; it was new, refreshing and simple. I loved it.I remembered how Egan looked at me. He was in awe, and his eyes were teary. I suddenly got shy, and they laughed at me. Dmitri was keeping his words, and I was welcoming it. The way he dressed me up, I looked so feminine. It was givi
Valeria POVI pulled back after crying my eyes out, and he cleaned my tears.“I’m sorry,” I said, looking at his body. He was shirtless, as usual, and I just cleaned my face on it. He looked down at his chest and waved it off.“It’s okay,” he said softly. He stood up, and I watched him go; soon he came back and lay down beside me.“You alright?” he asked, and I nodded my head, smiling. Felt good to get that off my chest.“You look cute when you cry,” he said, and I laughed.“Do I?” I asked, and he nodded his head. I smiled, lying down, and we both looked at each other.“You should get rid of your flings,” I said, and he raised his brows.“Why?” he asked.“If you claim to love me, then you need to stay loyal to me,” I said, and he chuckled.“But you are not mine,” he said.“You are lying on my bed, beside me,” I said, and he smiled.“Is that a yes?” he asked. I turned around, smiling.“Do it the right way and I will reconsider,” I said, fighting my smile. That was a beautiful speech; e
Valeria POVDmitri lay down beside me, his arms under his head. We have both taken separate baths, and now we are on the bed, with a small distance between us. It was awkward, all my fierce attitude of the window. Am I supposed to move closer? Am I supposed to drag him to me? I hated how I was acting like a teenager in love. I glanced at him, and he seemed lost in thoughts. What could he be thinking? What is going through his mind? I looked away, swallowing hard. I should try to make a conversation, say something to get rid of this awkwardness. I cleared my throat.“So, when was the last time you had sex?” I asked, and a deep laughter left his mouth. I looked at him, and he was laughing at my question. He was laughing so hard I was surprised because I have never seen him like this. I rolled my eyes.“What’s funny?” I asked, and he breathed out. Running a hand through his hair.“I’m sorry, pardon my laughter,” he said, and I rolled my eyes at him again. Well, don’t blame a girl for ask
Valeria POVSoon, night settled, and Egan and Cassidy left. I guess she was taking him to her quarters. I was left with Dmitri in this big-ass apartment, and I was quite nervous. We were still in the kitchen, seated on the island, and his stare was making me uneasy. I shifted in my seat nervously, looking at him.“What?” I asked, and he smiled slightly.“I am excited to see you nervous,” he said, and I raised my brows.“Why?” I mumbled. He shrugged his shoulders.“Nothing, it’s just amusing to see. You have some emotions in you,” he said, and I rolled my eyes.“When have I ever not been emotional?” I asked, and he breathed out.“The girl you killed, you didn’t care much for her,” he said, and I rubbed my neck.“It was a mistake,” I said, and he shook his head.“She was innocent,” he said, and I breathed out.“Well, I compensated her family,” I said, and he raised his brows.“You did?” he asked, and I nod my head.“I told Cassidy about it. Her family is super wealthy now,” I said.“Tha
Valeria POVWe finished eating, and Egan took the plates, clearing them.“So, why have you decided to grace us with your presence?” Cassidy asked. Egan didn’t tell her, I guess.“Vladimir”, I said, and she raised her brows.“What happened to him?” she asked, and I smiled.“I went to a strip club and met his son. He actually drugged me and tried to rape me,” I said, and her mouth hung open.“And you shove out his dick, literally,” Dmitri completed my statement, drinking his juice. Cassidy’s eyes widened, then she burst into loud laughter.“He deserves more than that. You never take advantage of a woman. We are terribly against it,” she said, and I nod my head.“Grace must have called you,” she said, and I nodded my head.“The bitch wants my apology. Obviously, she only wants to humiliate me because she and Vladimir won’t let it go. They will surely want their revenge,” I said, and she nodded her head.“Yes, she doesn’t like you, anyway. She feels threatened,” Cassidy said, and I nod my
aleria POVWe pulled apart and stared at each other. Was I betraying Damien by doing this? Was I committing a grave sin? Should I be regretting this and locking myself up as I hide my face in shame?“Hey, don’t overthink it,” Dmitri said softly, searching my face.“I am not,” I said, and he raised his brows.“You are, Valeria. Don’t overthink it,” he muttered. I smiled softly, my body still tingling at the thought of the kiss. It’s been so long since I had a kiss, a kiss where I genuinely wanted to, a kiss where I shared the same amount of passion. I have kissed a lot of me, but those are all hungry kisses, no emotions, and it was not in the least affectionate. But this one it was everything I could ever imagine. I wrapped my arms around him, hiding my face in his shoulders, and I took in his scent. He smelt different; he smelt like home, and he smelt like warmth, and it made me happy. He rubbed my back slowly, his hand trailing down my spine.“You are so strong,” he whispered in my e
Valeria POVI could tell Egan and Dmitri were confused, but this is something I have kept to myself for years. Of course, I wasn’t going to joke around all my life and not have anything to fall back on. I made this, me alongside all these women. We had only one goal, and it was to use our power or influence to do the right thing because everyone here has been wronged by the world. We all have our story, ranging from worse to better. And I am happy that, after so many years, this organisation was finally going to be helpful to me. I heard a low growl as Cassidy and I pulled apart, and I turned to Egan. He was staring at Cassidy with hooded eyes, and she also looked back at him with the same gaze. I gasped.“Is she your mate?” I asked, excited. But of course, they both didn’t reply to me. Their gaze was fixed on each other, and I smiled. Finally, he has found his mate.“Let’s give them some privacy,” I said, dragging Dmitri with me. I held his hand, going fully into the palace. We enter