◼Nikolas POV◼
I never expected to see Rose with wolves. Were these her doing? She was a traitor. I never will understand how fate put us together.
Seeing her too close to that stupid dog had me feeling angry. She even dares to order me, but everyone got mad, even my man when I touch her. I didn’t intend to push hard, but I was so furious with her I didn’t care.
“Wait, Nikolas,” Cullen called.
“What?” I snap.
“Whoa, chill, ok, what are you so mad about?” Cullen asked.
“Didn’t you see that fucking bitch? She has something with that stinky dog.
“Nikolas… Are you jealous?” Cullen asked, movin
◼Liam POV◼ When Rose left for the ball, I never expected hunters would attack her. I’ve been trying to avoid the hunters. They couldn’t know who Rose was; now they know. I know that when they see her, they will know who she is. Rose is the spitting image of her mother. The deceased queen of the Kingdom of Gaels. The Kingdom of Gaels perished decades ago, under the hands of the hunters. They killed the royal family after some spies penetrated and lived with us for several years. The reason was simple; they had come to get what Rose’s mother had. Rose was born into a family of six. Her mother, Queen Elena, her father King Eros, and her three brothers. Rose was a year old when the hunters attacked us. She barely remembers her family. Rose’s mother requested me to flee away with Rose. She
◼Liam POV◼ When I told Nikolas about us, he stood and left. I was expecting an explanation, but he just said thank you and left. There was something strange about the way he reacted that left me intrigued. He looked in, shocked but worried. He even turned paler. Now I wished to know more. It intrigued me, curious to see why he reacted that way. It left me thinking about many stuff, especially if he knew something I didn’t know about. … It’s four in the afternoon, and Rose hasn’t come back. I know she was still with Alpha Maximus. It worried me; her being around him. After all, we are supposed to be enemies with the wolves. Somehow Rose and Alpha Maximus got into an agreement. I remember
◼Nikolas POV◼ It’s been several days since Rose left. I have been working with the council to find better solutions on how to handle the hunters. Finally, Charles was back to himself. He was conscious. Still hurt, but doing better. I had asked him what happened. He had to explain how Rose took him away and what he went through. The way he talked about Rose made my judgment waver. He made her sound like a monster, something out of this world. But, I knew Rose had a temper and was just like the rumors. Ruthless, heartless, a woman feared by everyone. A true queen. Charles suggested that I end my relationship with Rose. Not to fall for her, but it was too late; I had even marked her. Everything was happening so fast I haven’t had time to
◼Rose POV◼ Since I came back, I’ve been going and coming from Alpha Maximus pack. It has intrigued me why hunters attacked. I know that everyone knows I’m mated with King Nikolas. Sadly, the fucker fucked the things up when he marked me, but as he said before, he can’t remember; neither did I. Something told me I had a lot to do the night Nikolas marked me. It confused me, but I had to recall. Alpha Maximus asked me why I got marked. I hated people asking me. Even Jordan asked me why. When I saw Jordan’s face, it hurt. I felt I betrayed him. I needed to get my mind out of that mark, so I did something I never expected to do. Ask a witch to erase the mark. The mating mark would be there, but it wouldn’t be visible. I needed to hide it,
◼Nikolas POV◼ “Anything?” I asked as I check the papers. “No sir, so far nothing,” one of my guards said. Charles is almost recovered. I told him to rest more, but he said he couldn’t. He has been insisting on working again. But the truth is he just wants to get revenge for what Rose did to him. I’ve still been trying to contact Liam, but no answer from him so far. So today, I’m heading to Rose's clan to look for him. Cullen will accompany me on behalf of Charles. It was eleven in the morning, and in an hour, we would leave. I had a bad feeling. I just couldn’t put it. Why? “Ready?” Cullen asked as he walks into my office.
◼Rose POV◼ The Day Liam Confronted Rose… I snapped. That’s all I can say. Returning to my senses, I see Liam’s limp body on the floor. Blood dripping from my mouth. A cold, lifeless body near my feet. “Liam?” I thought. I looked around. I was in my bedroom. Confused, I walked over to the mirror and looked at myself. One of my eyes was pitch black, and the other was grey. I looked at myself; I felt something off. Sudden pain in my head had me groaning in pain. Hands in my head, I try to hold my forehead. I felt my head splitting in two. What was wrong with me? Trying to hold myself from the wall. I crouch down and try to breathe hard. Someone started knocking on the door.
◼Rose POV◼ I snapped. I had snapped and had enough. While I was in a meeting, my new right hand, my lover. Had informed me that Nikolas was at the gates of the clan’s entrance. So I snapped. I was fed up with the hunter’s situation and the information about me. I had almost killed Liam. He barely hangs alive. When I woke up, I had forgotten a couple of things. Like what happened between Liam and me. What I did. My mind was hazy, and as I did stuff, I started forgetting them. I looked at myself in the mirror, and I found myself strange. There was something different, but I couldn’t point it out. Checking out some papers and files that needed my urgent signature. I’m informed Nikolas is h
◼Rose POV◼ After my small talk with the witches, I went and look for Nikolas. Jordan also agreed with what the witches told me and told me to go. So now here I am, heading to Nikolas’ kingdom. I was nervous for a reason. Before leaving, I left Jordan in charge of getting everything settled in the clan and looking for Liam. I haven’t been able to find him. Where was he? I’ve been racking my mind, but I can’t remember. I felt frustrated because I needed to know what had happened. Then, last night as I was getting ready for bed, I noticed my eyes shifting from color. Grey and black swirl inside me. I was surprised but knew my monster was around. I have been feeling the twitching in my arm more than usual.
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Rose POV I stood watching the men trained. My belly felt heavy. I was nine months pregnant. I was going to give birth soon. So for the last month, I’ve been stressed for the sole reason that Nikolas was not serious about our kid. The one-year-old prince was making a ruckus around the palace every day. Nikolas found it funny, but I find it undisciplined. Nikolas keeps saying I’m overreacting, but he was our heir, our prince. So he needed to learn how to behave well. My brother Eden says he’s still tiny and that I’m dramatic, but I want our future king to be better than us. Hearing a cheerful voice, I turn around and find Liam carrying the prince.
Nikolas POVAfter we returned to the party, both Rose and I had a tremendous surprise. Everyone present on the ball was bowing to us. Rose and I didn’t understand what was happening, but once the Prince of Asia came forward and said what was happening. Both Rose and I were speechless.Everyone knew we got marked, but I never expected that the Prince of Asia had planned all this. With a sigh, I saw Rose stand next to the prince and introduce him.Rose looked too familiar with him. Taking a seat at a table, Rose explained what had happened.“Before coming over, Prince Novak asked me for a favor,” Rose said.“What would that be?” I asked, intrigued.
◼Rose◼ Realizing what he just said, I blush. Nikolas was smiling at me in a way I’ve never seen before. Then, walking over to me, he grabs my hand and pulls me away. I didn’t turn to look at anyone. We walked for a while before Nikolas finally stopped. Slamming me against the wall, he hits his hand, making me flinch. Kissing me roughly, I try to push him. But it was so overwhelming that I gave in. My arms circled around his neck. Kissing him passionately back, I let him take control. That electric feeling spreading across my body. How have I missed his touch? Slowly, he leaned his body against mine. Making me moan. I could feel how horny he was. He wanted me just like I wanted him right now. But there was no time for this. Moving my fa
◼Rose◼A few days ago, I passed out because Nikolas's letter overwhelmed me. Liam and Eden were worried for me. It hurt, and I haven’t stopped crying. They tried talking with me, but I asked them to leave me alone.Now I had gone and visited the Asian Clan. I needed a distraction. To be away from here. So, preparing my bags, I ask Renata to join me on the trip. Liam tried to argue with me, but I scolded him. I didn’t want to hear anything from them.As we departed from our long trip, I kept thinking about the letter and his words. He was married. He quickly forgot about me. How naïve I thought that maybe time would make me accept him once again.Throughout the flight, I was silent. Renata tried to make conversation, but I
◼Nikolas◼Three years ago…I watch her leave like that. A coward was the only thought I had in mind.I fist my hands in anger. I wanted to stop her, to see her turn around and beg for forgiveness. But, instead, she did nothing. She just walks away.Heading back to the car, I remove the crown from my head and watch as we finally leave. That bastard’s body was disposed of. Making sure we left no trace of him.All the way back home, I felt the need to turn back and head to Rose clans. But just thinking about seeing her pissed me. I should have taught her a lesson. Frustration, I look at the crown and throw it against the seat. I hated it. Why did she
◼Rose POV◼ Three years later… “Let’s get our new recruits ready and have them trained in three months,” Liam ordered. “No way. What about the other?” Renata argued. “I said no, they have their duty. Also, they are to be sent to Jordan,” Liam continues saying, “Plus, remember he asked for the first, so don’t bargain with me.” Sighing, I stand up and grab a sword. Walking over to the new recruit, I explain what we will do. Renata and Liam continue arguing, ignoring me altogether. Practicing the sword has become one of my new hobbies. The movement that I require has been a help to my injured leg. Even though I stil
◼Rose POV◼ Somehow I had fallen asleep on the way. Feeling someone shaking me, I open my eyes and see my brother carrying me out of the car. I felt tired, the pain in the leg unbearable. So I let myself fall asleep in my brother’s arm. Reaching the bedroom, I feel my brother laid me down in bed. Let the tiredness take over. I fall asleep. My body was finally aching; I could feel my leg hurting a lot. I didn’t want to move. So, I decided it was best to rest. The following day, I woke up to the brightness of the sun. Sitting up in bed, I look at the mountains. It was a beautiful day. But, I felt something was different. Something had changed. A knock on the door distracts me from my thoughts. Letting the person in, I see my brother
◼Rose POV◼This was news to me. I was a being that held all the traits and qualities of our creators.“You know what’s worse. My own brothers didn’t wish to kill you. They had this stupid idea you would be what we needed, well too bad because I don’t need someone like you,” the bastard said.I was in shock. Was all this true? Or where this lies?“Lies, right?” I asked with my head lowered.“Lies? I wish, but it’s not,” the bastard said.I started laughing out loud. But, my goddess, was all this true then?“What the fuck are you la