AXELAshley's moans became louder and laborious. I could tell she was in severe pain from the bruises on her back. Her yelps of pain seemed to be affecting me. I frowned and gritted my teeth. I did not give a fuck about what she felt. The most I could do was pull off her blindfold. Our eyes met and held, then she looked away. I wasn’t supposed to care! Instead of letting the compassion settle in my heart, I fingered her faster. Although my wolf disagreed with the whips and a part of me wanted to feel pity for her. But no, I could not care about Ashley. She raised her body off the ground. Then she propped her back on her elbow to prevent her wounds from touching the floor. Her eyes were slightly open while she stared down at my fingers thrusting her pussy. The look in her eyes was one of both pleasure and pain. Her eyes were clouded with arousal. She liked my finger in her pussy. I could see it in her eyes. I leaned towards her and pushed my tongue into her mouth, while I still
AXELAshley's head was bowed and I could see her muscle flinch. I knew she was feeling so much pain. The whip had torn some flesh from her back, causing an open wound that was obviously stinging. I grunted in dissatisfaction. I didn’t like that I hurt her but I was more pissed at the fact that I wanted to make her feel better. I just felt a strong need to ease her pain. Without thinking, I held her arm. In one pull, I dragged her up to her feet. She turned and looked at me. I tried to read the look in her eyes but she lowered her eyelids immediately.I tucked my hand behind her thighs and carried her to the bed. She yelped as my hand brushed her wound. I dropped her carefully and went to my dressing table for an ointment. “Lay on your back,” I said, stiffly.“Huh?” she looked confused. “Let's see what we can do about your wounds,” my voice came out more like a low rumble in my throat. She stared at me wide-eyed. She could not believe what she heard. I did not waste time trying to
JASMINEI woke up from a terrible dream. We were in a gathering at Empire High. Then it was time to award the cheer club. The organizers said they would call on someone who would receive the gift, as the face of the cheer club.I braced up and adjusted my dress, expecting that I would be called to receive it. My friends were already winking at me and hailing me underneath. I could not hide the pride I felt.But to my greatest horror, I was not called upon to receive it.The host said, “I would like to call on Ashley Kim, to receive this beautiful gift for the cheer club and also as the new face of the club!”Loud applause filled the hall. Students were cheering Ashley as she walked majestically to the stage. The worst part of it was that people started laughing at me. I was humiliated because of that lowlife!I jolted from my sleep, feeling worse than I had ever felt in my entire life. Jealousy burned in me like hot coal.The need to get rid of Ashley gnawed at me. I had to make a mov
JASMINEMy heart thumped loudly as I dialed Axel's number. I could not wait to hear the good news that Ashley had been hospitalized.He did not take my call, not the first time, not even the fifth time. I frowned, wondering what was going on. How busy was he that he would not take my calls? One thing I was sure of was the fact that Axel would not concern himself with what was happening to Ashley.The Axel I knew would not even move a muscle because Ashley was in an accident. I knew how much he wanted her out of his life and family.I decided to go over and see him at home. Maybe he was busy with work and kept his phone away from him. About an hour later, I made my way to the palace. At least, Carson and Brody would be out of the house and I could have enough time with Axel.On getting to the house, I met a maid at the entrance. She had a sullen look on her face as she greeted me. Then she breezed past me, off to get whatever.“Hey hey, is everything okay?” I asked.She looked at me fo
BRODYI was furious at the sight of Jasmine.I knew she did not care about Ashley. And I hated to think that she would have a chance to see Ashley in her weak state. I knew what Jasmine was capable of. She would probably make a very bad story about it and go ahead to make Ashley uncomfortable when she returned to school.I had a strong need to protect Ashley, both from Jasmine and anyone else. And that was why I attacked her as soon as I set eyes on her. We had hoped to keep the whole accident as quiet as possible but how Jasmine found out about it was annoying.Why was she even in the house at that time? And since when did Axel's unavailability for a call mean she should show up at the house? Everything about her presence in that hospital just made no sense.“Listen, I bullied Ashley a few times, but that does not mean I do not care about her at all. So please, cut me some slack!” she defended.“You do not care about Ashley. This whole drama is unnecessary. You are here for Axel, jus
ASHLEYIt felt good to be back in my room after being in the hospital for three days. I was healing quite fast, although I still had serious headaches that almost brought tears out of my eyes.The worst part of it was that I could not go to training. The doctor insisted that I avoid any strenuous activities for at least a week. Carson and Brody promised that they would ensure I do not engage in anything stressful. And I knew they meant it.Missing training was bad for my record. And if it continued that way, I would not be able to participate in the school league. And that would make Jasmine very happy. She wanted me out of the club and it was looking like she would have her way.I shuddered as I recalled how I was face to face with a concrete pole despite warning the driver that he was running in the wrong lane. He paid me no attention. He had his eyes on the road. He seemed to be paying full attention. I still did not understand how the accident happened.The last thing I remembered
ASHLEYI picked the slice of bread and began munching slowly, while Carson played with my hair. Then the door creaked and Brody walked in carrying a jar of orange juice.“It wasn't easy getting this ready! Preparing fresh juice does take time and energy,” he said and let out a gush of air.Carson snorted, “You made that?”“Anything for Ashley, please.”“Brody, answer the question. Did you make it yourself?” I could hear the laughter in his voice.“Well, the cook did. But I supervised her.”Carson burst into laughter, “I just knew you could not have squeezed it yourself.”“Damn you, bro,” he said to his brother and turned to me.He winked, then leaned in to kiss my forehead.“How are you feeling now, Ashley?” he asked, touching my cheek.“Better than yesterday.”“Now, that's something. Do not forget to take your medication. Right now, I've gotta rush off to an important meeting. See you later,” he raised my hand to his lips and kissed it*********After Carson left, about an hour later
107I saw Anita at the gate after she gave me a long lecture about my relationship with the princes.“From the look in your eyes when you spoke to Carson, I can tell you like him already. You like him a lot!”I opened my mouth to argue. But she stopped me with a raise of her hand, “Don't bother. It's too obvious.”“I do like him, but not as much as you think.”She chuckled and rubbed my arm, “I just don't want you to drown in whatever this is. You are mated to three Alphas and I can imagine how demanding that would be. I don't want you to become so engrossed in this whole thing and forget to live.”Her expression became serious and her eyes were worried as she spoke. I had to assure her that I was fully aware of what I was doing.I went back to the garden and picked up the bowl of fruit that was now empty. Then I made my way into the house.My heart skipped as I recalled how Carson stared at me and the crazy effect it had on me.Was I going to text him?I was not sure.But I wanted to