ASHLEYI woke up to a low bass humming in my room. I slowly opened my eyes as the sun cast a warm glow on my face.Who was humming so deeply, waking me from my sweet sleep after a night of repeated sex with my Alphas? I caught sight of Carson trying to spread jam on a slice of bread.A sense of contentment washed over me, a feeling I hadn't experienced in a long time. Having our bond marked and sealed caused a spark of excitement to run through me. There was a newfound joy, a newfound reason to continue living and be happy.It was as if a missing piece had finally slotted into place, completing the puzzle of my existence.I stretched and yawned before sitting up to the content of the tray.“You're awake,” Carson asked, pausing his deep-throated hum.I nodded and yawned again while covering my mouth with the back of my hand.After rounds of sex the previous night, I went to bed feeling very tired and so were my mates. It was a surprise that they left already and Carson was serving bre
AXELThe last few days were a roller coaster. I had passed through different emotions too fast for anyone to handle. Although I did not care about Ashley's mum, I felt the weight of Ashley's loss.I had to hold her close throughout, as we performed the burial rituals because she wouldn't stop shedding tears and sniffing. I spoke a lot of reassuring words, just to make her see that she had us, but none of that made her stop crying.I could imagine what she was going through. Losing one's mother in such a painful way was not good for anyone. But it had happened and we all just had to move on.I didn't give a fuck about the death of my father. Instead, it was a relief, because he would have killed us if he had survived another day. When I thought of him, all I could see was a cold-hearted killer.I turned to see Ashley sleeping calmly by my side, while Carson and Brody were on the other side. Thankfully, she was not turning in her sleep. After her mother's burial, she seemed to have beco
ASHLEYI was finally back on my feet and my mind was back to normal. I was getting over the horrors of the last few days. Things were getting better and the best part was that I had interesting things to look forward to.The marriage plans were coming along. My mates could not wait for us to finally tie the knot. I wanted it just as much.There was a lot of anticipation towards the coronation as well. I was gradually stepping into the shoes of Luna. Being the queen of such a great pack did not seem like an easy task at all. But I was reassured by the fact that I had my Alphas with me. And they have proven to be very supportive.“Baby, are you ready?” I heard Carson calling from outside as he approached my room.The school break was finally over and we were resuming the final semester. I had to wake up earlier than before because of school. Thankfully, the nightmares that had been plaguing my sleep had stopped and now I could boast of restful nights.The doorknob twisted and Carson pee
ASHLEY“I saw him! The way he carries himself. He has such a captivating physique.”As the girl spoke, she kept covering her face from time to time, showing just how smitten she was. It increased just how much I wanted to know who they were talking about.“I know, right? And that smirk...it's like he knows just how to get ladies fishing over him. He knows something the other guys don't know,” the other girl chimed in, her eyes sparkling with admiration.“Oh gosh! Don't say that out loud!”They both burst out laughing and looked around to see if anyone heard them. I buried my head in my phone, acting like I did not hear anything.My wolf's instincts stirred, and a huge curiosity rose in me, urging me to investigate. I had never been one to succumb to gossip, but this time, something was different. There was an aura of mystery surrounding this newcomer.Why were the girls so captivated?I wanted to listen more, so I could find out what department he was in. I had to see for myself.I sh
ASHLEY“I was wondering if the cheer club is only open to girls in this school.”His voice was deep, smooth, and confident. If my Alphas didn't have such captivating voices, I would have said he was the most captivating I had heard. Goosebumps rose on my skin as I heard him speak. He raised his brow, waiting for an answer.“I do not understand,” I said, quirking my brow in return.“Oh, my bad. That was a terrible start. My name is Kilian.”He extended his large hand to me, waiting for me to take it. I took his hand with my small hand that couldn't go around his fingers.“I'm Ashley.”I watched as he mouthed my name and nodded.“Nice to meet you, Ashley,” he said still holding my hand.“What were you saying about the cheer club?” I asked, a little impatiently as I withdrew my hand from his.“Oh, that. I was trying to find the school basketball court, and somehow, I stumbled on a gathering of very beautiful ladies. And yeah, there was one addressing the others, whose voice I found very
AXELWhatever the new guy had on the girls in Empire High, he had them in a complete chokehold. I watched as some girls giggled as he walked past, head up, shoulder high. He sure knew how to carry himself and make them gush over him.Whatever he was doing to them, I just hoped he would be smart enough to avoid Ashley.I watched as he sauntered through the crowd, a smirk playing on his lips. I felt a surge of irritation, a low growl rumbling in my chest. It wasn't just the attention he was garnering, it was the weird feeling I had about him.As I looked at him, I could tell something was off. I didn't know what it was exactly, but he didn't strike me as just a normal guy. Watching him made the hairs on my neck rise. There was my wolf instinct deep down, warning me of danger.I blamed it on the fact that I was uncomfortable with him talking to Ashley. Why wouldn't he just focus on the other girls who were dying for his attention? Why Ashley?Chill out man, you don't even know what he wa
AXELI could not avoid the smell of sweat that filled the air in the basketball room. I sat in the front row, watching the others play, while waiting for my turn. The repeated thud of the ball against the floor echoed in my ears, while my eyes got busy with something else.I watched Killian, the new guy, with a mix of admiration and unease. His movements were effortless and his shots were calculated. There was an uncommon grace to his play that resonated with something deep within me. I concluded it had to be born from years of practice since he did not mention anything about being from a special breed or having any powers at all.But that grace, it was something. The fierceness with which he played could not be possessed by just any wolf. He seemed to have a perfect blend of expertise and that feral touch I couldn't place.At first, I'd been wary of him. His arrival had disrupted the school in a very haughty way. It felt like a sudden intrusion into our territory. But as the days pas
ASHLEYHanging out with Killian was quite comforting. Being with him gave me a break from all the hurdles and pressure back in the palace. His presence always brought a sense of calm, a kind of balance in the weight of my life.There was so much to plan. I attended a series of meetings with my mates and the elders. Aside from the stress, I was getting used to the real life of royalty. But I found myself looking forward to the relief that came with spending time with Killian.I told Anita about him and I also told Long Leg Ahjussi. He said he was happy for me but he wouldn’t want someone else to take his place in my life. I laughed at him for being jealous.I reassured him that no one could take his place. While I relaxed with Killian in school, I did not discuss my life issues with him. I was careful to avoid telling him personal things and other occurrences in the palace. I felt more comfortable telling them to Long Leg Ahjussi. He was very understanding and we had come a long way.J