Katrina’s Point of ViewThe following day, when I woke up, I couldn’t help but smile at myself. My entire body feels sore. Between my legs, I feel tender, but it’s okay. I can’t help but smile at myself.His hand is draped around my body.I feel safe and there’s warmth in my heart as I turn around to face him.I take my time, admiring how beautiful Lucius looks while he is sleeping.Yes. He is a beautiful man. A very beautiful one at that.Watching the way his chest goes up and down. I bring my hand to his face, removing the hair from his face.I want to take everything in. I don’t know when I will see him like this again, so I want to savor this moment while I am at it. My fingers linger on his thick eyebrows and then, without touching him, move down his eyes, then his straight nose, then his plump lips, which look so inviting. I just want to kiss him all the time.A knock comes on the door, startling me as I pull away from Lucius.He is still sleeping, which is something for the fir
Katrina’s point of viewThe hour goes by in a blur, and during breakfast, Cassian doesn’t talk to me, and I am grateful for it because I don’t think I want to talk to him.Lucius doesn’t join us for breakfast, and I don’t know what to say to him when I see him. I feel butterflies in my stomach, and I can’t help but smile as I make my way to the drawing room.We should be discussing going back home now. When I walk in, I find Lucius leaning on the table while he is discussing something with Noah, Martin Blackfang, Adrian, and Billy.He lifts his gaze and tilts his head. ‘I didn’t find you in bed.’ He speaks through our link.‘Had to play Hostess.’ I force a smile as I join in on the discussions. ‘Would have been nice to wake up with you in my arms’My cheeks flush as Noah looks at me, then Lucius. His lips turn up in a smile as he leans on the table.“We shield him like that. All cars are to maintain the same speed,” Noah suggests. I don’t contribute, but just listen to their discuss
Katrina’s point of viewThe few days that follow are just meetings and briefings. We try to create time for dates, but it seems like when I am free, Lucius has to work, and vice versa.Some nights I spent at his house, and he would find me in bed when he came back from work.Like today. I am getting ready for a ball that they have organized at the Grimmwolf house, which Lucius invited me to and wants me to meet his cousin and mother officially, so I am a bit of a nervous wreck.Even the time I met Xavier’s Mother I wasn’t like this, but I am meeting Lucius’s mother, who is also a princess.I want everything to be perfect.Once I am down, putting on my stilettoes. I stand up, checking myself in the mirror. I have settled for a sleeveless dark green ankle-length dress with a halter neckline.Once I am done, grab my silver clutch and make my way out of the bedroom. Everyone else is ready but I go to Bray, “Let me see that” I say, handing him my purse before fixing his tie while Joshua f
Katrina's point of view‘I will never accept someone like you as his wife, ’ the words echoed through my mind as I thought about what Princess Ellie had said earlier to me.‘He has a mate. A woman he has vowed to wait for. Don’t you think you are wasting your time?’ She had asked me.Everything in me wanted to throw up my hands and surrender, but I am a fighter, and I fight for what I want.Lucius said he wanted us to try. He wanted to be mine, just as I wanted to be his. Was he just planning a game with him?‘Of course not! He has shown you around, letting everyone know that you are his!’ Sage retorted, but how could I believe it when his mother doesn’t like me? She hates the idea of me being his wife.He has a mate waiting for him. She had said.My eyes roamed around the room, finding him chatting with some generals. As if on cue, he turned around to face me. My eyes met his ridiculously beautiful smile.A smile that only I get to see.‘What’s in your pretty head right now?’ He
Katrina’s Point of ViewA year. An entire year. I have dreamt of this moment for one year. The moment I would finally get to live my dream.The man I love is coming back home. Coming back to me.I decided that it was time for us to finally become true mates and that there would be no more secrets.Growing up, I always thought that all werewolves could do what my wolf could do, but then I realised that wasn't the case.‘We are special’ Sage echoedI'm going to tell him!I had them prepare all his favourite food because I’m sure he didn’t have them when he was away.After checking everything in the kitchen, I made my way to my bedroom. I had asked some people to pick him up from the airport since he was arriving in an hour; I needed to get everything ready.I quickly took a shower. After I was done, I changed into a light blue, silky, floor-length dress and some sandals.I placed my hand on my marking spot as I smiled at myself” I promise when I come back to put my mark here. Oh, I’m go
Katrina’s point of viewMy mate Xavier and his beautiful Gamma Bianca are laughing and eating like they’re on a first date. But the joke is on me…It was like hot wax was being poured into my ears just hearing how happy he was with her. He kisses her neck, whispering into her ears and I try so much not to listen to it.He said “This is my future Luna, Bianca from the Black Fang”He introduced her as she bowed her head before Mrs. Blackwood, who beamed with a smile as she placed her hand on Bianca’s shoulder.Xavier pulled her closer to him, his arm around her waist as he told his mother how she saved him and how she fought so bravely during the battles they both went to.She had a pixie cut, with plumped-up lips and high cheekbones. She wore baggy jeans with a crop top and high-heeled boots.I watched him as he kissed her temples so gently, unable to keep his hands away from her.He didn’t have any shame.Mrs Blackwood looked me up like I was some bad omen who just took away her happin
Katrina’s point of view “Surrogacy? You are asking me to have your children for you?” I asked a bitter taste in my mouth just asking those questions.I feel nauseous just thinking about what Xavier was subjecting me to.Xavier gently stroked Bianca’s face while reassuring her that everything was fine. ”it’s okay, baby. I got this”Is this what a mate bond does to someone? Do they lose their mind?I was once the woman he made those promises to. Those whispers. And now he was asking me to be his surrogate?“If you want your child, I can have a son or daughter with you. But after that, I won’t touch you.” He remarked, turning to look at me as I closed my eyes, chuckling softly.How does he expect me to sleep with him when he has been with her? How does that even make sense?I clench my fists trying to calm myself down when I turn to BiancaI asked Bianca “Do you agree with that?”“I’m not jealous, the one who is not loved is the most pitiful. Xavier and I are just looking out for you. If
Katrina’s Point of View “How dare you disobey and hurt your alpha for an omega?” Mrs Blackwood pretends to pass out from anger, holding her temples.I almost roll my eyes. She can be such a drama queen seriously.“Get Pack, Doctor Andrea over here!” Xavier panicked, rushing to his mother’s while she pretended to be struggling to breathe.“Mother, you’d better get some rest. After all, Doctor Andrea is almost finished with the medication he prescribed for you. The Doctor won’t be coming back again.” I murmur, leaning in as I help Thelma to her feet.“Katrina, how dare you stop a doctor from coming to treat my mother? You miscreant bitch!” Xavier spat, his eyes flickering.“Alpha Xavier, it was Doctor Andrea himself who resigned. He felt that treating people with disgusting ethics would be a stain on his professional reputation.” I smirked, doing back the urge to burst out laughing at the scene unfolding before me. He thought people would stay?I helped Thelma up and was about to leave
Katrina's point of view‘I will never accept someone like you as his wife, ’ the words echoed through my mind as I thought about what Princess Ellie had said earlier to me.‘He has a mate. A woman he has vowed to wait for. Don’t you think you are wasting your time?’ She had asked me.Everything in me wanted to throw up my hands and surrender, but I am a fighter, and I fight for what I want.Lucius said he wanted us to try. He wanted to be mine, just as I wanted to be his. Was he just planning a game with him?‘Of course not! He has shown you around, letting everyone know that you are his!’ Sage retorted, but how could I believe it when his mother doesn’t like me? She hates the idea of me being his wife.He has a mate waiting for him. She had said.My eyes roamed around the room, finding him chatting with some generals. As if on cue, he turned around to face me. My eyes met his ridiculously beautiful smile.A smile that only I get to see.‘What’s in your pretty head right now?’ He
Katrina’s point of viewThe few days that follow are just meetings and briefings. We try to create time for dates, but it seems like when I am free, Lucius has to work, and vice versa.Some nights I spent at his house, and he would find me in bed when he came back from work.Like today. I am getting ready for a ball that they have organized at the Grimmwolf house, which Lucius invited me to and wants me to meet his cousin and mother officially, so I am a bit of a nervous wreck.Even the time I met Xavier’s Mother I wasn’t like this, but I am meeting Lucius’s mother, who is also a princess.I want everything to be perfect.Once I am down, putting on my stilettoes. I stand up, checking myself in the mirror. I have settled for a sleeveless dark green ankle-length dress with a halter neckline.Once I am done, grab my silver clutch and make my way out of the bedroom. Everyone else is ready but I go to Bray, “Let me see that” I say, handing him my purse before fixing his tie while Joshua f
Katrina’s point of viewThe hour goes by in a blur, and during breakfast, Cassian doesn’t talk to me, and I am grateful for it because I don’t think I want to talk to him.Lucius doesn’t join us for breakfast, and I don’t know what to say to him when I see him. I feel butterflies in my stomach, and I can’t help but smile as I make my way to the drawing room.We should be discussing going back home now. When I walk in, I find Lucius leaning on the table while he is discussing something with Noah, Martin Blackfang, Adrian, and Billy.He lifts his gaze and tilts his head. ‘I didn’t find you in bed.’ He speaks through our link.‘Had to play Hostess.’ I force a smile as I join in on the discussions. ‘Would have been nice to wake up with you in my arms’My cheeks flush as Noah looks at me, then Lucius. His lips turn up in a smile as he leans on the table.“We shield him like that. All cars are to maintain the same speed,” Noah suggests. I don’t contribute, but just listen to their discuss
Katrina’s Point of ViewThe following day, when I woke up, I couldn’t help but smile at myself. My entire body feels sore. Between my legs, I feel tender, but it’s okay. I can’t help but smile at myself.His hand is draped around my body.I feel safe and there’s warmth in my heart as I turn around to face him.I take my time, admiring how beautiful Lucius looks while he is sleeping.Yes. He is a beautiful man. A very beautiful one at that.Watching the way his chest goes up and down. I bring my hand to his face, removing the hair from his face.I want to take everything in. I don’t know when I will see him like this again, so I want to savor this moment while I am at it. My fingers linger on his thick eyebrows and then, without touching him, move down his eyes, then his straight nose, then his plump lips, which look so inviting. I just want to kiss him all the time.A knock comes on the door, startling me as I pull away from Lucius.He is still sleeping, which is something for the fir
Katrina’s point of view“This is the part where you kiss me,” I muttered, my hand on his chest. I could feel the way his heart was racing under my palm.He smiles, then cups my face as he crushes his lips against me, my hands threaded through his hair, pulling on the strands gently.He lets out a low growl, his hands finding their way to my ass as he pressed me against him. He swiftly lifted me as I wrapped my legs around his waist.My skin heated when his hands went under my shirt, electricity surging through my veins as he deepened the kiss, my tongue roaming in his mouth.He let out a growl as I pressed into him, my core getting wetter and wetter. Our tongues lingered in each other’s mouths. Unlike the times I kissed him, this was different. I didn’t want to hold back. It was untamed and desperate. I wanted him—needed him.I wanted everything from him. His hand, his kisses, his touch, and his cock. In. Me.His hand went into my leggings, cupping my pussy as I deepened our kiss, his
Katrina’s point of viewI am pacing around in the bedroom.Why did I decide to come here and wait for him? This is a bad idea. Every time I am with Lucius, I always end up making the wrong decisions.I can’t seem to think, but I want to hear what he wants to say.‘Calm down,’ Sage says, but I shake my head. It shouldn’t take him this long. He should have been here.A knock comes on the door, and I rush to open the door. I hold the doorknob, taking a deep breath before pulling the door open.Lucius stands at the door, his hands gripping the doorframe. “You lied to me,” he accuses, raising his eyebrows. I wonder what he is talking about. His knuckles are bruised, and his bottom lip is busted.His breath reeks of alcohol. I take my time to study his face before I mutter. “Lucius, have you been drinking?”I duck under his arm, checking if anyone can see him before pulling him into the room. “Please tell me you didn’t hit Cassian,” I say after closing the door, but he pins me against the d
Lucius’s Point of View“Alpha Prince,” Cassian calls, but Zane is stirring, and it takes everything in me to calm him down. He wants to kill someone, hurt someone.“Umm… Gentlemen, as much as this is something sensitive to talk about. We are standing in the open with Rogue lurking. Can we get back to the pack first?” Katrina steps forward as I snap my head towards her. She fucking knew. That’s why she insisted I should not come with them here.“Did you know?”“I don’t know what you are talking about, but right now you are risking his life every second that passes,” she says, and I want to laugh.She cares more about his safety than my feelings.‘Lucius, Please. Can we do this once we are back home?’ She tries to use the link, but I block her out, making my way towards Cassian. I was fucking clear about this shit and not letting him control my life.“I am doing what’s best for my people. Do you think I fucking care about your little feelings? You are a prince! You should know better. D
Katrina’s point of viewMy palms are getting sweaty. Every step I take toward the bunker reminds me that this idea is the most stupid thing I have ever come up with.The air feels heavy around us, and there’s a stench in it, but I don’t have to explain it because rogues carry that with them everywhere they go.“You and Lucius seem close,” Cassian starts. I don’t know whether he genuinely wants to have a conversation or whether he is trying to distract me.“It’s not—”“Don’t lie to me, Katrina. You know I can see through your lies.” He continues walking as I pull my guns. I need to make sure everything is in place.I know which way to turn, or where to take Cassian if we are trapped. But he has trusted me with his life, so the least I could do was tell him the truth.“It’s complicated. I know it’s not advice but I assure you it does not affect our work” I am saying it trying to convince him but really, it’s just me trying to convince myself that this is fine.So, I could get to be with
Lucius’s point of viewNo. I can’t do that to her. She thinks I am waiting for my mate, and I want her to experience the feeling of finding your mate.I feel like I am losing my mind. All I want to be is with her, but it seems between the two of us. She comes back to her senses and pushes me away, both out of breath. “I have to go.”“Don’t go. Stay with me a little longer," I whisper to her, and she shakes her head. Her hand cups my face as I inhale sharply, looking into her eyes.“Kat.”“I have never loved Cassian. Maybe a crush when I was young. But never…” She looks up at me, my eyes meeting hers.“I don’t know what this is between us, Lucius.” She whispers, her eyes roaming all over my face.She closes her eyes, inhaling sharply before looking at me. “I’m scared, Lucius.” She whispers to me.Her eyes welling up as she looks at me, and she whimpers looking away from me. “Hey. What’s wrong? Tell me what’s wrong” I pinch her chin, making her turn to me.“What if I am never enough? Wh