Married To The Beastly King

The moment I returned to my room, I collapsed onto my bed, the events of the evening swirling through my mind like a whirlwind. I could almost see Gareth's furious face, feel Callista's icy rage, and hear my stepmother's shrill screams. The entire pack would be buzzing with shock and gossip about the kiss that had stolen the spotlight at their perfect dinner party. Instead of basking in their self-made glory, they were now forced to deal with the aftermath of my defiance. I let out a soft chuckle, turning over onto my back. The kiss... My mind wandered back to the moment my lips met the handsome stranger's. He was powerful, almost intoxicating, and the memory sent a thrill through me. My cheeks flushed at the thought of his surprised yet unyielding response. Who knew rebellion could feel this good?As I drifted into a light sleep, my dreams were filled with images of the mysterious man. I was lost in the fantasy of his touch, the intensity of his gaze when suddenly, the door to my ro

The silence that followed the Lycan King's declaration hung heavily in the air, like the stillness before a storm. My father's face turned ashen, and I could see the struggle within him, torn between the duty to protect the pack and the love for his daughter."No," my father finally said, his voice trembling but resolute. "I will not sell my daughter for any kind of protection. Elara will not marry a monster.""Dad..." I began, but he silenced me with a stern look, his eyes filled with both fear and determination.Gareth, sensing an opportunity to further his own agenda, stepped forward. "She's wolfless and weak. She's better off being of some value to the pack by marrying the King."My father shot Gareth a look of pure venom. "Elara is an equal member of this pack and has as much right to make her own choices as anyone else. She owes this pack nothing. This pack was built by me and my wife, through our contributions and sacrifices."Lydia scoffed, rolling her eyes. Gareth's face twis