Lizette’s P.O.V. After kissing me passionately, Vincent threw me over his shoulder, growling loudly. “That was it for your stay in your stupid dorm, Little Swan. From now on, we will live together.” Swaying on his shoulder freely, I was unable to calm my racing heart. Vincent’s resolute tone fluttered countless butterflies in my belly. Without even raising this topic, he took the next step in our relationship, allowing me to be in his personal space. Although I had a lot to discuss with him, this simple gesture was a good start, giving me hope for our future. The way to his mansion was a blur as Vincent ran like a flash, covering the long distance in seconds. If it wasn’t for his hand on my back, I would have flown like a dried lead in the storm. Closing my eyes shut, I saved myself from dizziness and soon, Vincent’s soft voice slithered into my ears. “We are home, Little Swan.” I cautiously opened one eye as my bum touched the softness of a mattress, the luxury of the room
Lizette’s P.O.V.A wave of terror washed over me, raising the fine hair on the back of my neck as I waited for the mystery to unfold before me. Looking at Vincent’s cold face, it was impossible to guess anything, he was like the plain white cover of the book he gave me for the first time.My heart pounded in my ears, blocking out all the sounds, I held my breath while witnessing Beta Arlo’s entry and Vincent’s regal mode to write a decree. Even in 2024, he used a quill for this purpose, taking his sweet time to scare the hell out of me. I was about to lose my mind when his icy tone reverberated in the surroundings,“Sign this decree, Lizette!”His royal command sent shivers down my spine as I shuddered and stood up to walk towards the writing table. Vincent’s indifferent eyes were fixated on me, as if observing my every step towards him. To conceal my fucked-up condition, I lowered my head to focus on the content of the decree.“The King’s order for the ladies of royal harem!”T
Lizette’s P.O.V.The sunrise after the fateful night felt brighter than usual, illuminating my world with the light of pure love and acceptance. Although Vincent suggested that I should take a day off, I felt refreshed in the morning. Three hours of sleep at night had replenished my energy level, so I was looking forward to starting my day. My mate was reading a newspaper at the breakfast table when I came downstairs, he swiftly put it down and greeted me.“Good morning, Little Swan.Did you sleep well?”I noticed the shock on the maids’ faces to hear their King’s gentle tone. It was really contradicting to Vincent’s bossy Alpha look that he addressed me with a nickname.Thanking my Goddess in my heart, I responded to him with a smile.“Good morning, Your Majesty. I slept well despite being in a new place.”Vincent parted his lips to say something, but Beta Arlo’s naughty voice halted him in his tracks. “Usually, one sleeps peacefully after great exhaustion.”The maids e
Lizette’s P.O.V “How can you talk to Liz like this?” Flabbergasted by Evangeline’s blabbering, I was in the process of digesting that absurdity when I heard Alpha’s Brandon’s stern voice, ruining my mood altogether. He emerged from the busy crowd in the cafeteria and snarled at her. “Liz is my friend, a part of the Silver Claw Pack before being a mate to King Vincent. You can’t insult her in her own pack, Miss...” “Evangeline!” Unfazed by his growling, she stretched her hand for a handshake. “It seems that you have a lot of admirers, Sister. With no wolf or education, at least, you are equipped with the weapon of seduction.” Balling my fingers into fist, I wanted to punch Evangeline in her face, but the silver hue in her eye refrained me from doing so. She was a powerful lycan, and must be trained with all sorts of fighting techniques. It would be a suicide attempt for me to attack her. Looking around, I desperately searched for Harry and Lucas, maybe they could shut Evangeli
Lizette’s P.O.V. “Arlo, can’t you keep your mouth shut?” Vincent’s thunderous growl shook the entire room as he bared his claws at his Beta, racing my tiny heart. I had to intervene before he could lash out at him. “It’s not a big deal, Your Majesty!” Circling my arms around his neck, I stood closer to him. “I just wish to know why you give up so early? From what I have read online, Lycans have to wait for centuries in order to meet their soulmates.” Vincent’s warm hand supporting my back brought a smile on my face, he pulled me closer and said, “Lycans are indeed unfortunate in this department. Finding a soulmate is harder than searching for a needle in a haystack. And mostly, men go rogue or develop obsessive behavior due to loneliness. Even my dad has to wait one hundred and fifty years to finally meet my mom.” Vincent’s solemn tone became sad all of a sudden as his grip around me tightened, he spoke dolefully. “After my dad’s death, I had to leave everything and take o
Lizette’s P.O.V. The box of sexy lingerie was carefully stacked on the corner, considering my shyness. However, Vincent didn’t know how much I was craving him. Until now, we had just kissed on dates and snuggled occasionally, avoiding physical intimacy at any cost. It was a fact that the attraction that we felt was undeniable, and we would end up making love in our first try for sure. But Liana gave me an expert opinion on this issue, she was concerned about my mated life. “Being mates doesn’t mean that you will mark each other for the very first time, Liz. Try first base, second base slowly, and then get rid of unnecessary shyness and fear. Trust me, Liz! You will never wish to waste such a beautiful time due to unreasonable restraints.” As I was the one who proposed no marking, I decided to take the initiative, talking about this matter would help me to understand Vincent’s perspective. After all, he had to control his lycan from marking. My wolf was toothless and clawless,
Lizette’s P.O.V. Vincent straightened back up while I was still coming down from my high. I breathed in sharply as he put his fingers, which were inside me a few moments ago, to his mouth and licked my juices, cleaning them off. Honestly speaking, I had seen this in adult movies and hadn’t found the least bit sexy, but this Greek god had made it look damn hot, throbbing my core with a newfound heat. Just watching him lick away made me imagine all the pleasures that tongue could bring me. Vincent raised his brow, and smirked slyly, “I think I have finally found a way to make you scream, Little Swan.” This low chuckle sent vibrations all over my body as he leaned on me once more. Feeling his hungry gaze roaming over my bare skin, I didn’t feel any speck of disrespect or frustration. Instead, I felt safe even in this vulnerable position, it was everything like I ever imagined. My mate, his loving gestures, and the overwhelming sense of security surrounding my existence, this perfe
Lizette’s P.O.V. “Vincent!” My heart danced in glee to see my mate in his Limo, waiting for me. I threw my clutch on the seat and rushed to hug him. “You are so bad, Your Majesty. Why did you tease me like that?” Vincent brushed my hair and chuckled, his melodious laughter skipped my heartbeat. “You were stressing so much for this prom. So, I pranked you to lighten your mood.” Pulling me closer, he placed his thumb under my chin, lifting my head to look directly into my eyes. The flicker of gold in his amber orbs mesmerized me as he spoke huskily. “I can do anything to see the happiness on this stunning face, Little Swan. You look a thousand times more beautiful while smiling.” My cheeks burned to hear Vincent’s nifty words of affection; he always knew how to sway my heart with cheesy lines. He then leaned in, racing my heart, and gently kissed my cheek. “Although you are perfect the way you are, this dress complements your natural beauty. I am so glad that you chos
Vincent’s P.O.V.Leaving Little Swan at her dad’s villa was my life’s toughest decision ever, it was challenging to take one step away from her when my soul was literally torn into tiny little pieces. But I had to do it for the sake of our future, my Erasthai wanted some space to evaluate her emotions.She was so precious, so delicate that I just wished to hide her somewhere safe so that no one could harm her. Tackling this pack’s war was also a part of my plan. The rogues were causing the ruckus on the borders, eliminating my elite warriors, my pack wasn’t a safe place for my Little Swan to live in. That was the reason that I gave to my growling lycan, who was clawing my defense walls, demanding to go back.“The throne and royalty can go to hell, Vincent. I want to be with my Erasthai.”Well, I tried my best to explain that to Mr. Bancroft as well, but he didn’t let me stay at his villa before. I even offered him.“I know I have wronged Lizette. But for God’s sake, give me a c
Vincent’s P.O.V.The wave of intense pleasure coursing through my body prickled goosebumps over my skin, making me lose control. Previous days were like hell for us as grieving parents, we were deprived of our happiness all of a sudden. I thought it to be the end of our relationship, Little Swan would never love me again. But it was a miracle that the Moon Goddess blessed her with a true Nymph’s powers as a beginning of the new era of harmony. My Erasthai agreed to be my Luna.Her touch was like the first drop of rainfall after decades of drought, I finally believe the height of good luck. She accepted the official status by combining her blood, sharing her soul with me. Every speck of my existence was dancing in glee. I wished this moment lasted for the rest of my life. Relishing the unique, heart fluttering sweetness of my mate, I was bathing in the showers of mate-bond’s bounties when Little Swan flinched, pulling away abruptly.“No!”Her eyes grew impossibly wide as she ru
Lizette’s P.O.V.After six months of mating, it was funny that still I didn’t get a mating ceremony, this auspicious event seemed out of my reach. Perhaps, the Moon Goddess didn’t want me to taste that happiness before the completion of my duties. So, when the entire pack was preparing for tonight’s ceremony, I took some rest and started investigating the poison. Dylan was back with the reports of his blood sample.As he was busy with his personal matters, his sire reported to me on his behalf.“Prince sent samples to the lycan’s laboratory and our best scientific labs, Your Highness. Here is the report of our experts.”The report from the Vampires’ city was eye-opening, blowing my head away. My heart dropped to my stomach to read fifty components of the poison.The details of some seasonal and exceptional herbs were pointing towards the dilemma of a strong effect on shifters. That was why no one could ever resist its power. Moreover, this successful experimentation added a
Lizette’s P.O.V.The uninvited presence in my room startled us, we both stood up in a split second. Unlike me, my mom was all respectful and courteous all of a sudden, welcoming that intruder.“Greetings, Your Majesty. Please sit!”“No!”I received my mom’s glare from being rude as I asked.“What happened, Your Majesty? Why are you here?”Picking leaves from his suit, Vincent quickly straightened up. “My apologies!It wasn’t my intention to scare you.”As this wasn’t a satisfactory answer, I waited for Vincent’s reply, but my mom acted all nice. “Please have a seat, Your Majesty. Let me bring coffee for you.”“No, thanks, Mrs. Bancroft.” Vincent requested politely, “Actually, I am here to see you. Can we talk?”His request instantly aroused my curiosity, so I sat down with them to hear him out. “Please pardon my manners.But I would like to express my concerns over a recent conversation with Lizette, Mrs. Bancroft.”For straight five minutes, Vincent apologized by
Lizette’s P.O.V. “How could I miss that?” Racing my feeble legs, I tried my best to follow that superfast vampire, drunk by the exhilaration of finding his mate. After knowing Dylan for three months, I was well aware of his impatient nature, he could be a little insensitive while stating harsh facts. Now, his mate was my sick buddy, I couldn’t trust him with her at all. Yes! My BFF Liana was his mate according to my wild guess! She was the only unmated or ex-mated female I met today, her delicate condition flipped my heart in my chest. She was recovering from the devastation of losing her mate after the completion of the mating ritual. It was impossible to predict how she was going to react to this news of a second chance mate. Mate and a vampire? It was a perfect recipe for disaster! As I reached the residential area of my pack, the real-life scenes of my horrifying imaginations welcomed me. I found Dylan surrounded by a massive crowd of enraged pack mates. Men and
Lizette’s P.O.V “I knew it!” Vincent’s ear-shattering growl shook the ground below my feet as he punched that attacker, cursing his entire race. “You aren’t a trustworthy person, leech. I will kill you tonight!” Ares’s death threat instantly converted into reality as he bared his claws, adamant on tearing that vampire apart. My trance was broken by my friend’s pleading. “Save me, Lizette!” Dylan? With his mouth smeared by blood, Dylan was helplessly enduring Vincent’s blows. I had to personally separate them as keeping Vincent at bay was impossible. He roared in fury. “Don’t come in between us, Little Swan. I caught him in the act tonight. He can’t escape the penalty!” Cradling Vincent’s face in my hands, I asked him to look at me. “Look, Vincent! Dylan is a Prince, not an idiot to endanger his fellows’ life like this. Give him a chance to explain himself.” Vincent’s amber eyes glowed golden as he took deep breaths to calm down, but Dylan added fuel to his f
Lizette’s P.O.V.“Don’t go there alone. Wait for me!”Obviously not!I brushed off Vincent’s reservations and went with Liana, her brother came with us to take his sister back home safely. The doctors had advised us to keep an eye on her, so it wasn’t safe to let her roam outside in the dark.I followed her lead as she pointed towards the north.“I saw her there, Liz!”This forest was my home, so I didn’t need more assistance for guidance. I sent Liana away with Casper, waiting for them to leave safely. Then, moving forward, I looked around curiously.“This way!”A hushed whisper alarming me raised small hair on my nape, running a chill down my spine. The rustling of leaves in the mysterious wind accompanied that whispering as it continued,“We have seen everything. Allow us to show you, dear buddy.”Whoa!Dear buddy?It was a terminology I used to address my tree friends, naming every tree was difficult in these massive woods. Calming my racing heart, I placed my hand on
Lizette’s P.O.V.“I am coming!”A cry emerged from the depths of my heart as I forced my feeble legs to run as fast as possible, following a superfast creature wasn’t easy for an omega like me.But still, I hastened my steps, calling that cruel fox.“Leave this bunny alone, monster!”In normal circumstances, hunting for hunger was a usual matter. But my emotional attachment to this specific scene drove me nuts. On top of it, I realized that this chase was fruitless after seeing the rabbit barely dodging the fox’s expert jump. A bullet of panic rose in my chest as my entire existence shrieked.“No!!!”At the height of helplessness, a sudden adrenaline rush burst through my veins, energizing my soul. I spread my arms as if my body had a mind of its own. Splaying my fingers in the direction of the fox, I spoke in a strong tone.“Protect my bunny!”As soon as these words rolled out of my tongue, the unrivaled authority of my order alerted the trees around me. My heart raced l
Lizette’s P.O.V.“A dinner?”My dad’s sudden planning left me aghast, I couldn’t get what he wanted exactly. Two hours ago, he kicked Vincent out, endangering his life by attacking his King. And now, he asked mom to prepare dinner. It was uncalled-for.Dad didn’t bother to respond to my curiosity and took out his cell phone, dialing a number. I was still under the haze of shock when the call connected, disclosing his habitual call for help.As my dad’s side of the family was martyred in the last war, he was the last survivor of the Bancroft family. He was used to calling my grandma for every problem, seeking her guidance like she was his own mom. That was what he did now, and explained my situation for her advice.Grandma spoke in her soft tone, “Get Liz on call, Harvey. I will talk to her.”Mom and dad went outside, giving me privacy in my room. On video call, my grandma was in tears, “So much happened and no one told me. I am sorry, Liz. I couldn’t do anything to relieve you