CHAPTER TWO — New Beginning

Anna's POV 

“Mate,” I whispered with wide eyes.

What! How's this possible for someone like me?

Of course, I heard about people getting second mates, but for someone like me to be this lucky… I can't believe it.

Is this a drill?

Why the hell would the goddess glue me up with someone extremely powerful? Was she trying to make me go through the pain of losing a mate all over again?

As I stared at the Lycan king's face, I could see his eyes widened with surprise, gazing fiercely at me. Then a small smile curled on his lips.

What's with the smile? Who would be happy to be mates with someone with my past, especially you?

“Release her.” I heard him order the guards gripping me, his voice firm, carrying a sense of great authority.

The guards let go of me immediately as he ordered them to.

Suddenly, he began to walk towards me and my heart began to beat rapidly as my head dotted with sweat.

I took a step back away from him, afraid.

As I looked up at him again, his face lined with worry.

Just stay where you are, no need to come to me.

“Get her well-dressed and take her belongings to the car, she's coming with me.” He ordered the guards, who stomped their feet to the ground before carrying out his instructions.

My heart leaped up into my throat, shock coursing through me as he said that. 

He must have seen how scared I was to be close to him. Now, he wants me to accompany him back home. 

I hope his ride is a limousine so that we don't have to sit too close. 

As the guards who manhandled me into the ass’s office guided me out, they handled me with care, afraid of what the lycan king would do to them if I had more scratches than I had before with Priscilla’s incident.

They took me to the head maid who cleaned up my body, packed my hair, and dressed me up in an elegant royal blue gown.

Never in my life have I imagined anyone treating me like royalty until now. It's strange how power changes a person's life.

After I was taken care of, the guards led me to the Lycan king’s car. I smiled as It was a black limousine parked at the Packhouse lot, with several security guards guarding it.

It looked like I was taking a ride with a celebrity, thank goddess it's a limousine with enough space for the both of us.

As the door opened, I hesitated a little, glancing at the starlight pack one last time.

I am finally leaving that asshole, Daniel, and I’m running away from the consequences of hurting his Luna, to start my new life with someone else in the greatest pack of all.

As I got into the Limo, I was enveloped by the rich scent of black leather and polished wood; then I quickly sat in the front seat facing the back.

I bounced my ass on the seat, feeling the soft texture.

Truth be told, even as I was nervous to start my new life with the Lycan king, I felt quite excited too.

The only thing now is that he hasn't accepted me as his mate. What if he wants to use me just like how Daniel did? 

Thoughts filled my mind as I waited for his presence.

After waiting for a few minutes, the door opened again, making my heart skip a beat as it revealed the Lycan king’s presence.

As his gaze was set on where I sat, he came to my side, making my heart begin to beat faster.

The car started to move and I could feel his eyes studying me.

“What's your name?” He asked me, his voice soft but firm, signaling to me he’s not the type who loves to shout.

I swallowed the lump in my throat, before speaking.

“My…my… name?” I stammered because of my nervousness.

“Yes… your name.” I saw a smile on his face.

“Ross, your highness… Anna Ross.” I replied.

“Hmm, that's a beautiful name.” He said, making my cheeks turn red, “You know my name right?” 

“No…” 

“Wow” His eyes widened a bit, “that's the first, Valois… Peter Valois.” 

I gave him a timid smile as he said his name, not trying to meet his gaze.

“Look at me…” He ordered me.

Um, why?

I took a deep breath before I faced his brown pupils and his textured, messy, chestnut brown hair.

“I, Peter Valois…” he paused, making my heart go faster.

It's time to know if he wants my body or my heart.

“Accept you as my mate.” He said.

What! Me, the mate of the most powerful Lycan in the world? 

This is so sudden.

I widened my eyes, whoa! Then I decided…

“I… Anna Ross accepts you as my mate.” I replied before feeling that spark I felt before, increasing like fuel to an open fire.

He grinned as I accepted him back, and then he placed his palm on my face, caressing it before he spoke,

“I promise to love you and cherish you till my dying breath. I won't let anything or anyone come in the way of that.” He promised me.

Aww, I would have said it back but I was too shy, so I gave him a soft and subtle smile.

He then moved closer to me, placing my head on his shoulder with music - ‘Stuck with you’ playing in the background.

*******

“We're here,” Peter spoke.

After hours of driving, we are finally at his pack, or should I say kingdom, as I saw a huge banner stating;

‘The Blood Moon kingdom.’

I gasped in surprise as I stared out the window of the car, stunned by the huge mountains to my left and right, clouds covering up its top, and the beautiful sky that had a warm green light.

It was a sight to behold.

“You like it?” Peter asked me with a smile.

“I love it,” I replied, feeling at least with him.

After a few minutes passed, we arrived at Peter's family mansion.

As we got down from the limo, we were greeted by some beautiful maids.

“Welcome, Your Highness.” They said together before proceeding to my luggage in the car boot, it wasn't much as I didn't have much.

I felt a cold chill of air on my skin and I took in the pleasant scent of vanilla and caramel, enticing me with sweet treats before Peter took me by my hand with a smile on his face.

“Honey!!” 

Just as we arrived at the entrance of the mansion, we heard a voice as the door burst open, revealing a beautiful lady who rushed towards Peter, hugged him, and then,

to my surprise, kissed him on the lips.

My jaw opened slightly as I watched them.

“I’ve missed you, honey.” She spoke.

What the hell!