ARIAThe heels of my feet ached badly as I placed one foot in front of another. Our steps were slower and weak. My entire being was weak and tired to the bones and the weather wasn't helping it at all. My hair sticked to my nape and the beads of sweat rolled down my body parts, making me uncomfortable. My left shoulder has been shouting in protest, the heavy load of snacks, water and other refreshments in a duffel bag. I couldn't complain, not when Morris had two bags on her shoulder, one for clothes and the other one, thick bed spread, light covers and other emergency products.We had snuck out at night with the help of Morris's sister, Hamish who I never met till yesterday. She pretended to be the Luna in bed while I wore her clothings and gracefully walked out of my chambers. The guards weren't alert at all. Even as we reached the main gates, the soldiers didn't spare us a look before opening the grand gates of the palace. That's how our journey to the land of nowhere began. It ha
ARIAThe chamber was comfortable and...expensive looking. Everything here looked like it was carved out of treasure. Even the wardrobe was plated in real gold. This was so so good. Better than I expected. I looked at Morris who appeared deep in thought. "Morris?" I knew it was normal to be kind but not when the kindness came this much. The Lycans said no word to us after Morris was done treating their King. They simply held him on their shoulders, all eight of them. At first, we stood and watched them walk away without having a single clue on how to tell them we were coming to their clan. They knew we were werewolves. They had definitely scented it off us. They took a few steps forward before the last Lycan on the path stopped and turned towards us, his eyes on Morris. I waited desperately for a word of welcome to their clan but he simply just nudged his head towards the direction of their clan. I can still feel the instant happiness that swarmped my heart. Our plan had worked effor
"My Lord, we have searched but..."I turned my back to the guards. I didn't want to hear about their incompetence anymore. What could be so difficult about catching two women on foot? No matter the distance they covered, they couldn't have gone far. I clenched my hands on the table and lifted my head, my eyes to the ceiling. I opened my mouth wide and let out a scream, so loud the walls shook at the force and strength. I roared and roared until my throat itched in pain and my body became weak. My subjects fell to their knees, their own way of showing their sympathy to my situation and their loyalty. But that wasn't what I wanted. I wanted Aria. Adair needed Aries. I couldn't feel her even after lifting the barrier between us. I tried to mindlink her, explain to her everything she had misunderstood but i couldn't go through to her. That meant one thing. She placed up a barrier between us too. My knees weakened at the horror that was happening in my life. I had a treasure and I failed
ARIAHow on earth is that possible? I heard about the Lycan healing powers but I didn't think it could be true. But seeing the Lycan King Maddock walking with strength on a feet that was almost half bitten yesterday what was terrifying. It was just a night, yeah? It was barely noon. We woke up to the maids ringing small bells around the castle. We had a bath, Morris had a special session with the maids. They took their time to adorn and scrub her body clean. She was given a little massage with a scented calming oil before she was ready. We were invited for breakfast, in the dinning hall by the Lycan King. Morris was dressed extra specially with the Lycan's clothes, her flat stomach was decorated with beads and her ears with large dooping earrings. Her hair was braided in the Lycan style, giving her a touch of the Lycans. Her entire body was sprayed with a scented oil, making her glow and smell good at thesmae time. He was claiming her. And somehow, the kingdom knew. I smiled at ho
ARIAIt was a peaceful night. Better than the cold nights I had to go through alone in Cosmos. The air had a sweet breeze along with it, the air of love. I giggled knowing Morris and Maddock were definitely going at it, probably for the whole night, like how I did with Adrian our first few nights together."Morning, my lady." A single maid whose face was familiar. Today the chambers weren't filled with maids, they were probably in the Queen's chamber, trying to get her dressed. I threw the covers off my tired body and yawned. My body was different today. I wasn’t filled with strength like I had been the past few days but I still got up on my feet and walked towards the maid who was drawing up a warm bath for me. I deduced that the tiredness was from the emotional stress I had been experiencing since I've been mated to Adrian or should I say before the mateship. "Aria. You can call me Aria." The lady was beautiful, like the rest of the Lycan females. She was dressed modestly and ele
ARIA"Aria...do you want to see him?" I burst into more tears at Morris's words. How could I see him looking like this? I looked like a person who shall fall down soon to her death. Why did he have to look for me so desperately? He came this far for me and is currently before the Lycan guards, desperately begging for his mate. Only if things were perfectly alright. If I was healthy and well, I would have gone to him. Adrian had done nothing but love and care for me. It was clear as crystal now. Everything he did was in my favor but I didn't understand. Why didn't he tell me, that it was just the beginning of what I was going to face? Everything made sense now, how he was never happy even when I became well, temporarily. He was thinking of the future. Death.Morris wrapped her arms around my being, her upper body on top of mine. I reacted immediately, pushing her off me. I didn't want to be touched. I felt like I was going to transfer the disease to anyone that came a meter close to m
ADRIAN"I'm sorry, Alpha Adrian. Aria...isn't your mate anymore. She's mated to another." Aria's head attendant. It was her, alive and very much healthy. Too healthy. Everything was different about her, she wasn't the invisible lady beside Aria anymore. She was dressed like a Lycan, in their wealthy clothings. Her hair was braided in several small braids and then knotted at the top of her head. Her face sparkled with light make-up that brought out her features. Coming here wasn't easy. I fought internally with myself tooth and nail before finally deciding on coming, keeping my pride aside and focusing on my deepest desires. Aria. The Lycan borders were heavily guarded with thick armored men. Their body size were huge but they didn't intimidate me. I was strong as much as they were, probably even stronger. I was a match for their king, not them. The guards were quick to circle around my troops and I, ready to attack. Their dead emotionless eyes were trained on me especially, the tro
ADRIAN"I hope you're happy, Veronica." My words were empty and devoid of any emotions. I was haggered and hurt, stressed and tired but I couldn't wait to go to the Eastern wing of the palace once we reached Cosmos Kingdom. I didn't care that the sky was still at it's darkest when we arrived at Cosmos. My soldiers said not even a word, seeing as they saw the sad expression on my face and no sign of Aria. They offered me their silence and I appreciated it. I got down from my horse and looked up at the palace which once upon a time was everything to me but now it was empty. Quiet. Cold. The pain was different, your mate leaving you without a rejection. We loved each other. We flourished together. We had thesame prospects and needs in our lives. Most of all we desired each other. But Veronica, was the cause. She had to be punished. Every soul responsible for this tragic act had to be punished."No, Adrian. I am..." I couldn't resist it now. I struck her face with all the strength I had