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Irresistible Temptations Into the den
Into the denMADALINALucien was sneakily observing me from the corner of his eye while driving the van, his attention primarily fixed on the road but occasionally shifting to the passenger seat."I'm sorry, Mada." He said apologetically and I could tell he meant it. Yet, it did help to tame the anger that blazed within me."Yes, you should be sorry." I grunted, not granting him a single look."I had to follow orders."But such an excuse did not satisfy me. Lucien had deceived me for two whole years, feigning ignorance about the deepest, darkest secrets of my family. It was hard to believe that he, the man who used to share a bed with me, could have been so deceptive."And why are you helping me now? Is it because my brother told you so? Are you once again just following orders?""No." He replied hurriedly. "I am doing it for you."I rolled my eyes and pushed my back more into the seat. Our trust was shattered beyond repair. In my state of disappointment and newly founded paranoia, I
Irresistible Temptations Unprotected sex
I instructed Lucien to stay in the van. It was hard to predict the children's reaction as they had been imprisoned for so long with minimal contact with the outer world. Usually, the guards stepped inside just to bring them water and some food, although I doubted those meals they served were of proper nutrition.As I entered the old warehouse, the sight before me was heart-wrenching. Eight small figures were locked in a windowless room with bed bunks and a single bathroom. They were severely malnourished, with dirty clothes and swollen faces from constant tears. Despite overwhelming emotions, I tried to remain calm and approachable."Hello. I'm Maddie." I smiled at the children and spoke to them softly, using the name Aiden preferred for me. My goal was to assure them I had come to help and take them back to their parents. But they did not take my greeting well. Immediately, they ran to the corner of the room, snuggling into each other, almost as if they wished to merge into one big p
Irresistible Temptations Clash of egos
Clash of egosAIDENMy fist connected with his jaw, causing his head to snap to the side. The impact of my knuckles against his skin was satisfying. Anger surged through me as I glared at him, my chest rising and falling abruptly with each breath."Damn." He cursed, his hand rising to rub his jaw after he spat blood on the ground.Clenching my fists, I felt adrenaline coursing through my veins. He may have pulled me out of the ditch, but that did not mean I trusted the bastard. The frustration and resentment I'd been holding in for so long were finally boiling over."You deserve much more than just a beating, Crud. Should I start naming all the evil things you're responsible for?" I took a step closer to him, ready to punch his stupid face again.He raised an eyebrow, as if daring me to argue with him. "Yes, please. A small reminder never killed anybody. And I'd love to stay here till midnight listening to your ranting." His words dripped with sarcasm, each syllable oozing with disdai
Irresistible Temptations Ceased heartbeats
Ceased heartbeatsMADALINA"Don't move." I instructed Lucien as calmly as I possible given the circumstances. It looked bad for us. Literally nothing seemed to be in our favor. Two vampires with eight little werewolf children who were all stressed and sobbing? Hm...Lucien's hand grabbed the nearest child and squeezed its shoulder protectively. He may have thought the wolves which had surprised us were rogues. He was wrong though. The four wolves were not feral at all.The one I recognized immediately was a ginger-coated female that I had encountered before in the woods. It was the same she-wolf I had knocked near the village of the lone wolves. She was Quentin's sister. To my surprise, she was still alive, despite the severe head trauma she had suffered. How was that even possible?As I watched her, a male wolf appeared by her side, brushing against her fur and then taking a fighting stance beside her. I realized that they were mates, both marked with the same symbol on their necks.
Irresistible Temptations Blood and bonds
Blood and bondsAIDENMy wolf spirit may have returned but my twisted ankle was healing at a slower pace than usual, indicating that remnants of the poison still lingered in my bloodstream. I couldn't help but wonder about any additional side effects it may have had beyond subduing my werewolf abilities to human levels. Consequently, I was slowing us down and it took us twice that time to get to Ashton's Mill. I only hoped Madalina still waited for me. Alexei said she was on her way to pick up the pups when he parted ways with her.But what awaited me was much worse than I could ever imagine.Alexei was the first one to recognize the distinct scent of blood entering his nostrils. As a vampire, he could detect it from a much further distance than me. I would expect him to be aroused, experiencing a heightened sense of lust or hunger. I learned from my mate it was the normal reaction of every vampire, a reaction which could be controlled only with difficulty. Therefore, I tried not to j
Irresistible Temptations Elusive solutions
Elusive solutionsAIDEN"You killed him." The words slipped out impulsively before my brain could filter them. Immediately, I questioned whether I had been too callous, too direct in acknowledging the stark reality of the situation. Madalina's response came in the form of a sob, her face buried within her hands as though seeking refuge from the weight of the consequences."I-I only tried to defend myself." She whispered. At that moment, despite the horrible appearance of the situation, I sensed the truth in her words. I had no idea why Henry decided to hunt her down and yet his actions tragically resulted in the loss of life."It must have been his wolf's rage that drove him. Remember what Theo said? Our mate hit Imogen." Remy interjected, attempting to shed some light on Henry's motivations.That realization struck a chord within me. I could relate to such overwhelming protectiveness. If anyone tried to harm my mate, I wouldn't be able to stop Remy from tearing limbs apart or crushin
Irresistible Temptations Choose to leave
"You know, when I initially revealed my decision to select your mom as my chosen mate, many pack members voiced their disagreement. As a former human, she entered the werewolf world as a newcomer, often clueless about our ways of living. Her wolf was dormant for a long time and when she finally came to the surface, she was very confused about the whole mate bond topic. On top of that, your mom's outspoken nature continually challenged the established rules in our pack that had been upheld for centuries. As if it was not difficult enough, her past involvement with the other Alpha and revelation of your half-brother's existence made her unpopular within the pack's ranks, especially within the Elders."I growled at the reminder of the time when my half-brother appeared at our doorstep out of nowhere, claiming my first mate. I also remembered how society judged my mom for being a cheater although they were not aware of the circumstances. The life of my parents had been turbulent for more
Irresistible Temptations Embers of desire
Embers of desireMADALINAThe hut in the woods wasn't any cozy, rugged, and rustic cabin perfect for romantic getaways. It was a small building made of oak logs and stones, filled with bunk beds, a large oak table with chairs, emergency clothes, canned food, and weapons. There was no bathroom and whenever a soldier needed to clean himself, he used the nearby stream. It was also what I did after I had arrived at the abandoned shelter and stripped of my dirty and bloody clothes..Dust particles danced in the rays of sunlight that filtered through the cracks in the wooden walls. The sound of rustling leaves and chirping birds was filling the air and if I could just close my eyes and forget about the reality, it would have been truly a lovely day.My hands still shook as I was scrubbing off werewolf's blood. I was overwhelmed with many regrets. It was hard to shake them off and just move on. I was a trained assassin and therefore knew at least fifty different ways to kill a person. I was
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Irresistible Temptations Shifting perspective
Shifting perspectivesMADALINAMy stomach was upset, and my mouth was dry. Apparently, my body underwent a range of reactions due to the most important event of my new life. I would be the center of attention, all eyes filled with judgment on me. Even before, I never enjoyed public events or parties, and rather let my brother fulfill such a role. Alex was an extrovert like no other, never experiencing an increased heart rate or sweating when giving out a speech. And although I wasn't afraid of speaking up my mind, my attitude was more... military oriented? I was not good at sugarcoating or putting on a perfect-smile façade. And yet, that was exactly what I was about to do tonight.I stood before the mirror, my gaze fixed on the reflection staring back at me. Who was this woman and what did she do with Madalina Crud?Carrie had chosen for me a stunning long dress with bare shoulders in the shades of dark red. It was definitely a departure from my usual style of leather pants and milita
Irresistible Temptations Excitement and nervousness
When I first learned about Carrie's idea to throw a big welcome party for Madalina, I was a little hesitant. Ever since we arrived at my pack, my mate has faced a barrage of unwarranted prejudice due to her different background. No one dared to confront her or me directly, but the silent whispers were there. People stared. At me. At her.It was mostly due to all those horrible crimes her family was responsible for. Her family had tortured lone wolves, treating them like slaves. Sadly, even my mate took part in it, blindly manipulated by her parents. Though with each new day, I could see how much she regretted all her past actions. I may have gotten a second chance at love, but Madalina got her second chance at normal life. And she was going to prove to everyone that she no longer was the ruthless, stone-cold werewolf slayer.The atmosphere buzzed with anticipation as the preparations for the grand evening were in full swing. Decorations adorned every corner, bringing vibrant colors an
Irresistible Temptations Unwelcome news
Unwelcome newsAIDENUpon Jerome's resignation, I was faced with an enormous workload that made me truly grasp the extent of his responsibilities on my behalf. An Alpha was like a lost puppy without his Beta. Despite Scott shadowing Jerome for many years, he struggled to fulfill the role with the same efficiency. Regrettably, Scott was caught between his previous Gamma duties and attempting to assume the Beta position. Our pack was huge in size, and leading it was never meant to be a solitary endeavor. It necessitated a cohesive team, which, unfortunately, I did not have.Days started to merge, and I couldn't tell the difference between light and dark, granting me less and less time for my mate. And I hated it. I hated leaving Maddie alone, even though I could count on Carrie to keep her company. But it would be irresponsible of me to just ignore the escalating situation in my pack and simply lock myself in the room with my gorgeous woman. I was an Alpha and sometimes I needed to put
Irresistible Temptations The vampire's mark
Notre DameMADALINAIt has been a whole week since I moved to Black Forest pack, but nothing has changed significantly.My mate was incredibly busy, leaving our room early in the morning and returning at night. His Beta stepped down and he now had only his Gamma to support him. Aiden's father tried to help too, but it wasn't common practice to see a retired Alpha interfering in the pack's business. Moreover, it would shed a bad light on Aiden, putting him in the position of not being competent enough to lead the pack if daddy needed to hold his hand.. Eventually, it would motivate ambitious males outside the pack to come and conquer the place, seeing Aiden as a weak element that could be easily challenged and eliminated. Status was everything in the werewolf's world.Aiden spent the entire week searching for a proper candidate for the Gamma position. He wanted to promote the current Gamma to Beta. That man seemed to be one of a few who were loyal to Aiden and openly supported him desp
Irresistible Temptations So attractive
"Go back to your own kind. Leave our pack before facing further humiliation."I cleared my throat before speaking, controlling the fiery rage that tortured me. Oh, the fantasies that danced in my mind - to give her a taste of her own venomous words, to unleash that never-ending thirst in me, and sink my fangs deep in her flesh until she begged for her life. To punch that nasty mouth and show her true fear.But could I afford such scandal on my first day among werewolves? As much as I wished to make her pay, I concluded she simply wasn't worth the trouble with my mate. I came here to be a better person.Hence, I put my old habits aside and kept the fight on a verbal level."Oh, wow, thank you so much for your unsolicited prophecy! How fortunate I am to have you... whoever you are, enlighten me about my inevitable fate. Your concern for my well-being and humiliation is truly heartwarming. Clearly, your wisdom knows no bounds. Perhaps I should bow down and seek your guidance on all life
Irresistible Temptations Fire tango
Fire tangoMADALINANerves fluttered in my stomach when his family first approached me. Will they grimace in disgust? Will they be bothered by the presence of a vampire? I had all those questions clawing at my mind, terrifying me. But what I experienced... it was something entirely unexpected.In a flurry of introductions and warm smiles, my unease began to dissipate. I stared at Aiden's mother, who exuded a genuine kindness which I found both comforting and bewildering. Not like my own mother, who only veiled her real personality under a sweet, innocent face. My mother carried the mask of kindness, pretending to be a good person, a victim of horrible crimes for which, after all, she was primarily responsible. But the warmth in Amelia's eyes and the way she squeezed my hand indicated she was genuinely happy for her son and accepted me as I was.Aiden's sister, Carrie, was a vibrant young woman. Her presence required attention as she effortlessly owned the room with her wild and loud p
Irresistible Temptations Dislike her
"I'll get some drinks. It's time to celebrate." Carrie winked at us and rushed to one of the Omegas, splashing instructions."Okay, I guess." Maddie placed a light kiss on my lips to ensure me she would manage to survive my family. I didn't need to worry about her. My mate wasn't any shy damsel in distress. If anyone annoyed her, she would deal with it. I promised her not to be away for long and left her with mom and Carrie.On the way to my office, I met my dad. He had arrived at Black Forest pack before us."Jerome knows." He informed me shortly. I sighed, feeling how a big lump formed in my throat. My Beta had already learned about the death of his son.~~~~~~~"We are currently providing shelter for over a hundred lone wolves. The majority of them have already applied for asylum but some haven't decided yet. They still consider returning to their original village once all is settled. Anyhow, we can't accommodate them all permanently. We are running short on resources. But the disc
Irresistible Temptations Bitter toll
. Bitter tollAIDENMadalina squeezed my hand when we passed through the main gate to my pack. The Black Forest pack was one of the largest packs in Yukon, providing a home to thousands of people, mostly werewolves. We had several witches among us, as well as humans. Overall, it was a great place to live in. Despite the isolation within the mountains, our civilization thrived.The air carried the scent of freshly bloomed flowers, intermingled with the sweet aroma of home-cooked meals waffling from the houses. The streets were alive with the joyous spirit of community, as people strolled leisurely, their smiles radiant and genuine. Children reveled in their innocence, their laughter echoing through the pathways, while the sun cast a gentle glow upon their carefree games.We lived in peace, surrounded by beautiful nature, and I couldn't wait to show it all to my beautiful mate. Therefore, I was stunned when we finally arrived at my pack and the streets were empty. Gone was also the melo
Irresistible Temptations Raindrops farewell
Raindrops farewellAIDENI was glad that my mate agreed to live with me in my pack. I understood the depth of sacrifices she had undertaken to be with me. Her departure from her family was due to forbidden love and it led to her being estranged by her own parents. They cut off any future physical contact with her and although she tried to be strong and not to show it, I knew it bothered her tremendously. At least her brother, despite being a sick psychopath, stood by her side.And now, I was going to be her family and I would do anything to make her happy.When I returned to the safe house together with Madalina, the place was emptied. Only my father stayed with a couple of soldiers. He was eager to meet my mate and shook her hand a bit too enthusiastically that I had to remind him to keep it cool. As surprising as it was, my dad was very open-minded and didn't care about Madalina's origin. I assumed after all he had to go through in his life, he understood how precious true love was.
