RobertoThe maid returned soon after and laid out a couple of dishes in front of mother. The pungent scent filled the room, almost making me puke.I had to cover my nose. What the heck was this? Mother however didn't have any reaction similar to mine.She took the first bite and her face lit up. "Mom..." I was startled."What?" She looked up and stretched a spoonful of whatever it was. "It's actually not as bad as it looks and smells. It's actually delicious."I gagged and pressed the button on my wheelchair to reverse. No way was I going to taste that thing."On second thought, you should have it. She made it for you."Mom shook her head at me helplessly and began to eat with so much enthusiasm that surprised me. I can't even stand the scent. How can she eat it so easily?________Ricardo"Here she is, alpha," The guards pushed a woman and she fell at my feet. I couldn't see her but I trust the guards' judgment. "She was trying to escape when we caught her."We had stepped out of sis
Ricardo"What?" I arched a brow at her response. "What has my sister-in-law done to you? Why do you hate her?"This just doesn't make any sense but I couldn't smell any lies on her. I thought there must be someone behind her definitely but what is she saying now?"Why does she deserve to be our Luna? She is ordinary. She doesn't have any particular skill or virtue besides being a pretty face like other bimbos that have come here for alpha."Confusion descended on me. Does this give her any reason to plot against Sapphira like this? Was she really not scared of the consequences?Before I could speak, she continued, "There are other suitable and qualified women especially ones from our pack like Miss Sophia. She can fight, has a good and strong family background and is also beautiful. Luna doesn't even have a rank."I remained silent for a minute. My face twisted with grimness. For the first time in my life, I met someone so stupid as this maid. But she has a lot of information about
RafaelI returned just in time for the first day of the hunting season. The pack already looked different and festive. I was glad to be home and also thoroughly exhausted.As I headed to the front door, I turned and patted Antonio who had a similarly exhausted look."You have worked hard. You should go home early and catch some rest. I'll see you tonight at the hunting ceremony."He nodded and bowed before turning around. Perhaps he thought running home was faster, so he shifted quickly and sprinted off. I turned to my guards and gestured tiredly, "What happened while I was away? Anything special?"I noticed the guards exchanged looks and were hesitant to speak. A loyal guard of mine stepped forward and opened the door as he nodded, "Yes alpha. Things happened. But you look worn out. They aren't that important. You should also catch some rest. Everyone is currently busy with the ceremony preparations."I nodded and looked around as I walked in. The few maids who noticed me greeted me
RafaelAs if they could sense the impending storm, Romeo stepped forward and placed a comforting hand on my shoulder. 'Brother, I know how you feel,' His voice flooded the mindlink. 'But won't it cause too much controversy if Luna and the Beta of the pack are missing from the most important ceremony of the pack?'"Yes," Roberto nodded although he didn't look too pleased either. "So let's just save everything till later. I don't know why the Elders Council is taking so long to arrive at a decision."I didn't notice at that moment that Romeo and Ricardo exchanged a gaze because I was lost in my thoughts.I definitely didn't want the entire pack to know that their alpha was possibly cuckolded just after his mating ceremony."Fine... Now you all should get out of my study," I pointed at the door. My brothers except Roberto smiled, seemingly satisfied at my decision."I already picked out a cloth for you," Ricardo revealed a robe I never knew he was holding earlier. It was a beautiful sig
SapphiraI would be lying if I said I didn't notice how Raphael had ignored me all through the ceremony rites or if I said it didn't hurt. They obviously still haven't told him or Roberto yet.I kept stealing glances at him, not even listening to what the elders were saying. And then, the rites finally came to an end and the full moon appeared.The howls that rose were almost deafening. I could feel Saskia pushing out, so unlike before, I relaxed and let her take over. I was visibly aware of the fur taking over my body and my fingers growing longer until I was no longer in control.Saskia shook, attempting to ease the stiffness in her limbs. We stood on all fours, looking around at the pack ground. There were barely humans left but some were still taking time to shift.Maybe those who were shifting for the first time. My eyes landed on a wolf who was looking at me menacingly.I recognized her eyes anywhere and Saskia snarled. It was Sophia. I hated her so much that I wanted to pounce
SapphiraAlthough Rafael didn't start a conversation, I was content to run and play around with him silently in my wolf form. His wolf was playful and just as energetic as mine.I knew Saskia was hyper because she finally got to be so close with her mate. With the tension between us this last week, this was much needed. Although I still felt a little sad that Rafael himself didn't want to have anything to do with me.Which was probably why he hasn't even said a word to me since we ran off into the forest. But on the good side, his wolf was amiable. Then we laid by the shore of the lake, Saskia rubbing against him indulgently and purring out of satisfaction when this faint acrid scent wafted past my nose. At first, I ignored it but then, there came the loud noise of sticks snapping as the trees swayed in the cool night breeze.The moon hung low in the sky, suddenly casting an eerie glow over the dense forest and as if Saskia could see something, she whined.I felt Raf move beside us a
Rafael I was raging. I wanted to vent my anger on something... on someone... But I couldn't do it to her. It was my principle not to raise my hands on a woman. I wanted to ask her why she got in bed with Dante. Did she already know him elsewhere or they only got close when they met in this pack? Did she seduce him or was it the other way around? Why did she choose the night of our mating ceremony to do that? How can she still be so carefree around me like nothing happened? Did she do this because I refused to mark her? There were so many questions yet no answer. I gritted my teeth as I walked into my personal gym which I rarely visited since I became the alpha. There was no one in it which was perfect. I wore my workout suit hurriedly, grabbed my gloves and positioned myself in front of a punching bag. Minutes passed by and only the sound of the punch bag getting hit filled the room. My arms were getting a bit weary but I kept going. My entire cloth and face was soaked wit
Sophia "Ah!!!!" I screamed and shook my vanity table, causing the clutter of skincare products on it to fall and crash. I didn't care about how expensive they had cost or the damage. I was just too furious to give a fuck.I picked up the closet thing I could touch and threw it against the wall. When I screamed again, my mother rushed in."Sophia baby! What's wrong with you?" She looked around the mess in the room and made her way over to me.I rushed into her arms and began to cry. "Mom, I hate the moon goddess! I hate her! Why can't she just let us make our own decisions? Who the hell does she think she is? She's ruining my life. I hate her!"My mom was shocked at my sudden outburst but she didn't reprimand. Instead she stroked my back gently and hushed me softly, "Don't say such things about the moon goddess. You will only anger her. She does things in our favor.""Then she clearly hates me!" I cried again and looked up at her. My makeup already messed up and strewn all over my fa
Hello dear readers, thank you so much for reading till the end of this book. I apologize if the end might seem abrupt to some of you. I have some health issues and have to take time off writing. I didn't want to leave this book hanging so I ended it. I'd like you all to know this is only the first book in the Romani's cursed Quads series and there is still more to come. Tysm!>3
Sapphira"Are you done?" Vespera sneered with a bored expression. "He's with me now. So step back, you worthless winged creature.""How dare you?!" Aunt Isolde thundered and extended her fingers but Queen Vera held her back."Don't touch her. She is mine. Handle your brother. I can't promise anything."Aunt Isolde looked at uncle Darius but he turned his face away. I don't miss the look of sadness that settles on her face. Even if uncle Darius is not a good person, he will always be her sibling and that is a bond that will never break."Since you dared to walk here yourself, I assume you already know you won't be leaving here alive?" Rafael snapped at Vespera hatefully."Lad, let's get this over with," A smile tugged at Vespera's lips as she acted quickly and raised her fingers. Screams erupt as a large, dark goblet is sent our way."Not today," Queen Vera hissed a surprisingly steady voice as she counterattacked Vespera's spell with one of our own.The goblet clashed with the protect
SapphiraMy eyes darted to Seraphina and even as a female, I was mesmerized. Antonio must have been dazed to see someone with such ethereal beauty like her. I feel the moon goddess couldn't have paired someone better than her with a good man like Antonio. But did I mention, her eyes looked cold and there was some kind of hidden hostility in them... Like she wasn't happy to meet me.But I shook off my thoughts and greeted her anyway. "Greetings to you, Princess Seraphina."She gave a nod and didn't respond. I felt awkward and her mother must have felt so too because she gave a short laugh and apologized."Forgive her impudence, Luna. I apologize on her behalf."I shook my head with a smile to show I didn't take offense to her daughter's behavior. She was probably upset that she had to tag along to a ceremony where she would encounter her unwanted mate again.Why doesn't she want our Antonio? Yes, Antonio might have offended me and acted stupid. But he was only trying to protect his si
SapphiraSomething is off and I know it. For these past few days, Rafael has been acting strange. I think he's hiding something from me. While preparations have been going on for Mateo's birthday party, I have caught him several times just staring or watching Mateo a bit too closely.Sometimes, he just takes him out for shopping and fills his wardrobe with excessive clothes that can't even fit him now. The maids are constantly bringing in new toys. What's up with him? I should feel creeped out but I'm not. Part of me is wondering if this is the cue to tell me that perhaps he wants a baby of his own... I don't know...Well, currently, I'm walking down the stairs to oversee the final preparations. Today is finally the day and we have invited people from all over including the pack members. Even mother, father and my brothers-in-law are going to participate. I'm happy they are all putting their differences to celebrate with Mateo.Well, not everyone. No one sent a message to aunt Elisa
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Rafael"The event planners are outside. Why don't you meet with them for a minute? I have something to say to Roberto."Her eyes darted between us. Then she smiled and nodded, "That's good. You two need to talk things out. Holding a grudge for too long is not good for one's health. You can ask Federico."Yes... Federico. I need to get that rascal here before I lose my mind. But first, Sapphira needed to be out of this room."Let me take Mateo with me so he won't disturb your important conversation. I might as well give him lunch. He hasn't had anything to eat since breakfast."I felt a bit reluctant to let Mateo go to her. I just found out that there is a possibility he might be mine and my lungs were currently constricted. It seemed the feeling was mutual because Mateo refused to go to her and burrowed into my hands. "Nah... Dada!"We laughed and my eyes stung. It was difficult to keep my tears at bay. He was practically trying to say he wants me. "Dada needs to talk to uncle real
RaphaelI felt a bit reluctant to go to Roberto's chambers, but I needed to speak with Sapphira, so I went anyway.I had just opened the door when I saw Roberto stretching his arm towards Mateo, who was taking baby steps."C'mon, baby. You can do this," Sapphira cheered, gesturing for him to come forward."Come to Uncle. Don’t go to Mama," Roberto insisted, trying to grab Mateo’s attention.Mateo, on the other hand, was too excited to understand their antics. He took a few steps forward before wobbling in front of Roberto, who hurriedly leaned forward and caught him.I watched quietly as Roberto stroked Mateo’s cheek. "You can’t afford to leave a mark on your handsome face now. Your birthday is just a few days away.""If you don’t let him fall, he won’t learn how to walk soon," Sapphira shrugged, and Roberto gave her a look that practically screamed, ‘What sort of logic is that?’I stepped forward to make my presence known when Roberto suddenly spoke again, "I almost forgot... Sister-
RafaelSapphira has been acting strange. I don't know why but I can feel it. Since last night in Mateo's nursery, she suddenly turned quieter than before and I have a feeling she might be hiding something from me.But I don't have time to dwell on my thoughts now because I've had to take care of the pack's affairs today. Just as I got out of the walk-in closet, the head guard, Simon, was waiting for me."Alpha," He greeted me once I walked out. "You have a message from the High Pack Council."My brows arched when I heard his words. Anything about the High Pack Council was related to that demon."Is it good news?"His face turned grim and I was disinterested for a second before he shook his head. "I can't say, my Lord. But you have to come with me."Without much contemplation, I followed him to the courtroom where a messenger was waiting."Greetings Alpha Rafael," He bowed as we walked in. I gestured with my fingers for him to rise up. When he did, he stepped forward and informed me i
RafaelI gaped speechlessly at the small smile that spread on Sapphira's lips. Had she been waiting for me to say something like that? At least, I distracted her from crying. "Who wouldn't want Dante?" Her smile disappeared and she frowned slightly. "In my own opinion, Dante is gorgeous and down-to-earth... He was willing to take the brunt for his sister's actions. Someone as fiercely protective as that... Seraphina is really missing out."It was my turn to frown. "Why are you praising him so highly? Should I be worried?"She laughed and burrowed into my embrace. "I'm all yours, Rafael. Don't even think of such nonsense. I'm just trying to defend him. He is after all one of us."Only someone as big hearted as Sapphira wouldn't hold a grudge after what Dante did to her. She wasn't offended and had completely forgiven him. Her selflessness never fails to amaze me.Why would Darius want to hurt someone as kind as this? If that kingdom falls into his hands, he will ruin it beyond repair