RONA'S POV I shifted away from him as the sounds of workers going around cleaning the palace intensified. However, his hand encircled my waist and drew me back to his body. I felt so ashamed of myself. I had sex with my enemy, not just that, I enjoyed it a lot and begged him not to stop. He did it a few times through the night and even went for another round this morning. Worse, when he tried to pull away I had grabbed his waist and refused to let him withdraw. I had begged him to continue. The pleasure and the stupid enjoyment I had throughout the night blinded my sense of reasoning and I only kept asking for more, from my parents' murderer no less. I felt like running away and hiding myself in hell to cry my eyes out. I wanted to push him away, but he will find it strange, I can't blow my cover. His fingers caress my belly, and he placed a light kiss on my shoulders. Worse, I don't know what's wrong with Richard. He had been so repulsed when he got in here but after the first
EMPEROR RICHARD'S POV I felt an intruder in my study as I wanted to enter and frowned. It has been years since anyone dared to mess around with me. I wonder which idiot doesn't fear death. Who dares to snoop around in my study? I slowly opened the door, sharpening my ear for any sounds. Someone suddenly jumped at me. I wanted to paralyze the person in anger when the familiar fragrance hit my nostrils, making me pull my lethal energy back in horror. I immediately stared at the lovely mass of flesh in my arms, smiling shyly at me. "What the fuck are you doing here?" I roared at my wife, my heart beating wildly. The smile and shy eagerness on her face immediately wiped away, replaced by pain. Her shining eyes dimmed in fear. "I'm so sorry. I will leave right away. I just missed you, so I decided to find you. But you were busy. When I noticed you coming to the study, I rushed in here to wait for you. I acted stupidly and impulsively. I'm so sorry" she whispered in remorse. "Wh
RONA'S POV I sat on my bed and breathed a sigh of relief. That was so close. Thank goodness he was unsuspecting. He bought my cock and bull story of missing him. Miss him my ass! Miss an idiot who I'm making meticulous efforts to kill? What a joke! I just have to be more careful. My tears and the wife status, peppered with a little lie might not work next time. So I need to be more careful, he also seemed suspicious of me. But thank goodness he still considered the wife bond, otherwise I would have been in the dungeons cooling off by now. He seems to have an attachment already, there was remorse in his eyes when he saw my tears. Now, I can work with this. If I can wrap him around my fingers, killing him will be a cake walk. I heard the door open and Annalise walked in. "Where have you been? I came back and couldn't find you!" She said accusingly. I smiled warmly at her. "I went to cause some mischief, " I whispered with a smile. "This is no place for mischief. This is
RONA'S POV I screamed in fear and began to run as fast as my legs could carry me. The huge dragon bared its teeth at me, lazily and leisurely coming after me as if it was sure there was no escape route for me. Its slow steps as it slowly gained ground on me made me feel threatened and regretful. It lazily followed me around while I ran with all my might, as if it was enjoying my meaningless struggle. Damn dragons! Damn Richard for keeping such a dangerous thing below the palace grounds! Damn me for being too desperate to dig out dirt and secrets, in my bid to pull Richard down! Tears ran down my cheeks as I ran desperately, calling on the goddess to save me from the dragon who seemed to be grinning at me. It was enjoying my fear. I have a feeling that my desperate attempt at running was turning the monster on and making it giddy. If it thought I'm an easy lunch, it should rethink. I ran into a nearby cave, hoping the mouth would be too big for the enormous dragon. I sig
I looked up at her in fear as she moved closer to me, taking slow deliberate steps. "You are a witch with bad intentions, aren't you? You have been here just for a day, but you're already snooping around in such a precious garden, despite being told it was out of bounds. You sneaked in even though you were initially blocked by guards. Alpha princess Erica, what's your mission in this castle?" She roared furiously, a triumphant smile playing around her lips as she tried to feign the righteous niece protecting her uncle. I always knew Olivia hated me at first sight, but I didn't expect she would go to the extent of using guards to trap me and cut off my escape path. "What's your mission here? You're here to steal secrets for spies, right? Who sent you? Was it your ambitious father? Or your greedy brother? Or was it your sly little brain urging yourself on? You want to be Imperial Luna and rule the wolfdom and its vast lands? Keep dreaming! You will not smell anywhere near that seat
RONA'S POV I watched one of her girls approach me with a spiked stick, wearing an ugly expression. "If I survive this, just know you have signed your death warrant. I hope the satisfaction you will gain from groveling before your mistress will be worth it then" I threatened in a low voice, meeting her vicious glare with my reproachful gaze. I saw her face freeze in fear and hesitation as she raised the stick. "Oh! Don't worry about that, she's never gonna survive this. She's definitely dying today. I wonder if the emperor will even notice she's dead already" Olivia said, cackling loudly. She obviously heard the threat which I issued to her lackey. Her assurances seem to add some backbone to her dog, making her harden her face. I looked at her with disdain as the first stroke landed on my thighs. I bit my lips and gritted my teeth through the pain, as my silk gown tore. The maid licked her lips in glee, obviously enjoying the chore. She hit me again with all her strength. Th
EMPEROR RICHARD'S POV I sighed impatiently and looked at him. "Just save her life. You can ask for any herb. Even if it's Immortal herbs, I will definitely provide it. I will also pay you handsomely. Employ all your expertise. I will reward you richly, "I urged, trying my best not to shout. He shook his head and looked at me. "You don't understand what I'm talking about. Of course, I know there's no herb in the universe which you don't have in stock, no matter how rare. I'm your servant, so payment can never be an issue, serving you is something I always do with pleasure and dedication" he said calmly, looking up at me. "Then what's the problem?" I whispered, fearing the worst. "She's almost dead! It's already miraculous that she's still breathing. Whoever the monster that did this to the princess is, they are inhumane and never intended for her to make it out alive, especially since she doesn't have her wolf. Each strike was lethal and brutal!" He continued, clenching his
EMPEROR RICHARD'S POV I watched Annalise carry away the water used to clean Erica up to the bathroom, my heart heavy with guilt. It has been three days, yet she has not regained consciousness despite the doctor's relentless efforts and the hundreds of rare Immortal herbs I kept forking out to resuscitate her. If only she had her wolf, I would have used my beast blood to help her. It has been three damned days since then, three days of worries and endless pain. Three days of frustration and fear. Three days of trying not to lose hope. Three days of hating myself over and over again. The money I have lost on herbs this few days will be enough to fund an entire battalion of soldiers for five years. However, the cost was the least of my problems right now, I just want her to live. I sighed heavily, feeling as if I was carrying the whole world on my shoulders, I might as well be. Her neck, waist and legs were all in special casts. She has survived these few days by feeding on e
LORD LIAM’S POVI quickly accepted the reins from a servant who had thoughtfully brought out a horse when he saw me rushing out after the alarm went off. This was one thing about the servants around me. They were trained to be very sensible and helpful. I didn't need to tell them before they did the right thing, almost as if they could read my thoughts. I quickly got on the horse while my assistant followed me on another horse. In three minutes, we arrived at division B military hospital and I rushed in. A soldier pointed to a passageway the moment he saw me, knowing the reason I came. I rushed into the passageway, and at the third door, I saw soldiers dressed in guards uniform huddled together. I immediately entered it, knowing it was definitely the right room. On the bed was a familiar young man, Alex, one of the younger rising stars in the military, just twenty years old. But he was truly powerful and efficient, making him to be promoted in quick succession. The victim was even
RONA'S POVI finally summoned the courage to practice the technique since the emperor would be gone for a few days, alongside most of his very powerful men. So it wouldn't be that easy for someone to sense my aura. I was in a secret garden, not one of the emperor's forbidden sites, but one of his secret gardens leading to a dungeon used to keep truly terrifying criminals. No one has been here in ages, so it was the perfect hiding spot. For at least five years now, that particular dungeon has been empty because no one dared to commit such kinds of heinous crimes that could deserve being locked in the underground prison yard. I was especially crafty, going out the first day Richard left, while pretending I was going for a stroll, using the opportunity to discover many short cuts back to the emperor's palace which I could use in the case of an emergency. I even found two side doors used by the servants to enter the emperor's palace. This was the best time to practice, since Richard was
I nodded, pretending to pay rapt attention. “Leo Smith is the second Gamma in charge of external affairs, right? Is he back from his task?”Annalise smiled and nodded. “Of course, he's truly handsome. All the emperor's sworn brothers look so good. There must be something in the water that makes them so ageless and handsome.”I rolled my eyes as I watched the infatuated grin on her face, her eyes dreamy with sinful imaginations. “If you utilize all the time you use to fantasize about handsome men to train, you would have been the strongest beta wolf in this castle.”“That's easy for you to say. You have one of the most handsome and devoted men in the world wrapped around your fingers. That's why you think it's no big deal. Let me tell you, getting married to someone like the gammas is the ultimate package. Alpha bloodline, so handsome, wealthy, working for the most powerful king in the world as his sworn brother, and being revered by millions. Who wouldn't want to marry them?”“It
RONA'S POVThe moment I entered my room, I quickly locked the door and collapsed on my bed, shivering with sweat all over my body. Why was this happening more and more often? My wolf even flared up before everyone around. Letting my aura seep out would get me killed instantly. No, this won't do. I need to kill Richard immediately before my cover is blown. That's right, quickly taking revenge and escaping from this hellhole before they realize it is the only way I can stay safe. The pain suddenly multiplied without warning, making me scream out. “Stop thinking about murder. The more you think about killing him, the more your wolf's murderous intent amplifies, making it easier to kill you. You have to smile, make efforts to be content and happy if you wish to survive. At all times, you must think about him with love to avoid the wolf getting the upper hand by taking advantage of the bitterness in your heart.” The strange voice came again, the same time I felt the ice jade pendant giv
OLIVIA'S POVI walk into my room, livid with anger. I can't believe Richard rejected my requests before everyone, exalting that mutt at the risk of my happiness. “Your highness,”“Leave, all of you.” I shouted, interrupting her. “Susanna, wait here.”She waited, turning to me in fear. “Stop shaking, I'm not gonna eat you. The ones I pointed at, bring them in. I hope they have been properly trained.”“Yes, your highness.” She whispered, quickly moving out to do my bidding. In a few minutes, she returns with two handsome and well built guards, and locks the door behind her. I relaxed on my couch and motioned to them. “Come here, and pay your respects to your princess.” They knelt, and the older of the two reached for my foot, delivering a kiss full of worship to them. He slowly moved up my legs, dropping kisses. He looked at me with a sexually charged gaze which sent heat down to my core and I felt myself clench. “That's it.” I whispered, closing my eyes as he removed my shoes an
RONA'S POVOlivia got angry, but quickly masked it with a pitiful expression. “Uncle, please. Just give it to me.”“I already said no. Don't make me lose my appetite.” Richard replied, not hiding his anger. Olivia hits her hands against the table, making me jump. I was not the only one startled, many others were. “Uncle!” Olivia whined, dragging her word out like a spoiled brat throwing a tantrum. “But you already commissioned the moon stone to be fashioned into jewelry. It's just giving it to me earlier. After all, who else in this world deserves something so precious except me?” She whispered and batted her lashes at him. Richard gasped in exasperation on hearing her words, his face glowering. “I must have spoiled you too much to make you so narcissistic. How dare you make stupid demands of me? If I say no, it means no. Pouting and throwing a tantrum won't help your case on this issue. Give up already. You truly deserve everything good in the world, but not this.”“Uncle, stop
OLIVIA'S POVAnger, pure hot anger. How dare she tell me that the slut is Richard's wife, and therefore deserves everything? “Listen here, nothing in this empire belongs to her. She's a weak runt, forever destined to be my slave. If you dare step out of line or buzz unpleasantly in my ear, your fate would be worse. Go throw her away, and wipe that blood off the floor.” I barked, my eyes red with fury. “Please calm down, your highness.” Susanna whispered, crawling to me. I stomp hard on her hand, watching her bite her lips to hold back the pain. “Cry out!” I growl, listening to her scream. Music, sweet music, the sweetest one. That beautiful cry of pain as I squash these miserable ants beneath me was the best sound ever. “Remember this, breathing the same air I do is a privilege. So you must worship me wholeheartedly, with all you have, you must be thankful I let you live beneath me.” I muttered, not hiding the hate in my eyes. “Your highness, the palanquin is ready to carry you
EMPEROR RICHARD'S POVI sighed heavily. “The items are truly rare and extraordinary. But my wife is the subject in question. Nothing is too expensive for her. I already have some of them somewhere. As for the rest, I can procure them given some time. However, the herbs are too potent. Too much drugs accumulating in her body might cause her harm instead of healing her. We won't use all these things you listed. They're too much for an able bodied alpha king, talk more of a little girl with a fragile body. Select the most important ones. Also, if at any point I realize you inflated the amount of required herbs for some selfish reason, or added something that is not necessary, you will have to submit your life to me. I hate being lied to or tricked.” I reply with a cold smile, watching the mischievous smile on his face disappear. That's right, he should be afraid of me, I have been cutting him a lot of slacks lately, making him more audacious. “Before you tell me about the final list o
RONA'S POV“Princess, what are you talking about? Don't give up hope. We will definitely find a way to remove the seal on your wolf so that you can fully shift without pain. You just need to be patient till we find a solution. You have worked too hard to give up now. The one that sealed your wolf will get exactly what they want if you fail now.” The imperial physician shouted. “That's right, princess don't act rashly.” Annalise chipped in. As for Richard, he was too stunned to speak. “Erica.” I heard him whisper and look up at him with my tear filled eyes. And in that moment, I could swear I saw pain in his eyes, deep seated pain. “I can't hold on anymore. Help me destroy my wolf. I swear I will not pull you down. There are humans that are more powerful than wolves from cultivating internal energy. I can start cultivating internal energy and the way of the sword. If you think that totally becoming a human will cause a problem for the empire, you're welcome to kill me anytime I bec