Alicia's POVJust as I was about to continue questioning Ella, a knock on the door interrupted me. "Who's there?" I asked, stepping closer to the door, leaving Ella, who was still a bit disheveled but attempting to clean her face."Your Majesty, the king urgently requests your presence," the guard informed me."Very well. Inform him that I'll join him shortly." With that, I pressed my ear against the door to check for his presence, but I discerned the fading footsteps, realizing he had already departed."I apologize if I've made you feel uninterested with my..." I swiftly interjected, "No, don't worry about it. We're practically sisters.""I'm eager to hear about your sister's story. However, right now, you need to help me get ready. Alexander has summoned me to the palace," I added."Sure thing. I'll get the bathtub ready quickly," Ella responded, grabbing the basket of roses and other bath supplies she had brought along. She hurried into the bathroom, while I removed my nightgown
Alpha Alexander's POV "Alright, I'll consider it," I replied, observing all of them. I was well aware that declining their proposal would likely lead to a divided kingdom. Despite my strength, my realm had thrived since my father's passing primarily because I heeded their counsel."Understood. However, your input will be required during our next assembly. Even if your partner bears you a child, we would acknowledge its existence. Yet, we cannot permit a child born of a partner to ascend to the throne. Reflect on this," the chief prime minister articulated, bowing slightly. His gaze then shifted to the others, their nods signifying their endorsement of his words."I appreciate your consideration. I'll communicate my decision during the upcoming session," I replied calmly, my gaze fixed as they departed.Observing that I can attain all my desires beyond the palace walls, I have the freedom to engage in any pursuit I choose outside the palace. Yet, within these very palace walls, my exi
Alicia's POVI felt uneasy and turned around, only to spot Alpha Alex emerging from the darkness and approaching me. I remained still, unable to move."Alicia, tell me, where did you stay last night?" Alpha Alex asked once more, this time standing closer to me."I...I just went outside to get some fresh air," I stammered, nearly stumbling as I stepped back carefully from him."Is there something you're hiding, Alicia?" Alpha Alex moved closer, holding my hand firmly."You're...you're hurting me, Alex," I responded, trying to free myself from his grip, which was causing me discomfort."Then you shouldn't have left me alone here," he retorted, making me tremble in fear as he headed for the door and left my room.I sighed deeply, my heart pounding against my chest.I was preparing to lie down and take a nap when a knock echoed at the door, causing me to jolt upright in anxiety. Slowly, I approached the door and pressed my ear against it, sensing a gentle and calm presence on the other si
Alpha Alex's POV I saw Alicia, and it seemed like her legs were shaky. I sensed something was off when my friend Gabriel entered the room. "Are you alright?" I inquired. Alicia nodded and then responded, "Yes, I'm okay." I observed her slowly sitting back in her chair, seeming to avoid eye contact with my approaching friend. I got distracted because I was really worried about her. Why is she staying away from my friend? It seems like she has many secrets that I'm curious to find out. The time she danced with Xavier, it looked like a dance for royalty. I'm wondering who she really is. These thoughts were racing in my mind as my friend approached me. "Alex! I'm super excited to see you again," he gave me a tight hug. "Come on, buddy. Act more grown up. We're not kids anymore," I warned, but he didn't listen. He's been hugging me since we were little. Even though I tried to seem tough, he knows my weak spot. "Don't act like you're not happy to see me. I know you are," he said, res
Alicia's POV"I'm sorry, I didn't mean to startle you," Ella said as she let go of my hand."Why did you come here?" I asked her right away."I checked your room, but you weren't there. So I searched and found you here," Ella answered."Alright," I agreed, letting out a sigh."Someone could easily spot you here. I heard footsteps approaching, which is why I quickly hid you. We should go from here quickly," Ella recommended. We both walked on our toes into my room and gently shut the door."How long were you listening?" I asked, wanting to make sure she hadn't been listening in, just like I had been earlier."Listening? Were they saying something secret? Is there something happening in the palace?" she inquired, and then I understood that she hadn't heard any of the conversation. I let out a sigh of relief.I was feeling uneasy, but I tried to dismiss those feelings. It felt as if luck was on my side, and I was grateful for it. I can't describe how happy I was because if my plan succee
Alicia's POVI tried to push him away, but he was stronger than me. Then, I felt a powerful connection to my mate. It made the anger I was feeling fade away, and I slowly gave in to him."Alex...please...I..." I couldn't find the right words. All I could do was moan as he touched me, allowing him to continue.Alpha Alex noticed that I was surrendering to his touch. He lifted me onto the bed, and I wrapped my arms and legs around it. His strong scent overwhelmed me, almost driving me crazy. If someone else were in my position, I doubt they could resist his handsome presence."This is exactly what I want from you, Alicia. I want you, but you don't realize it," he whispered against my shoulder as he used his teeth to remove my underwear. It was so sweet and romantic."Ah... Alex...please..." I pleaded when I felt his wet lips on my nipples. I gripped the bedsheet with my left hand and tangled my right hand in his hair as he gently played with my nipple, making it feel really nice."Oh...
Alpha Alex's POV It's been a long time since my Luna came. She is small and really pretty, I have to admit. But honestly, I don't feel drawn to her. She actually makes me feel uncomfortable, and I don't like her attitude either. Just as they say, when you mention something, it happens. It's only a few days until her crowning ceremony, and the advisors are constantly bothering me to get close to her. "Hey there," Isabella greeted, interrupting my thoughts."Why are you here?! I told the guards to keep you inside until the coronation day!" I shouted, making the guards rush in and lower their heads in front of me."Your Highness, we couldn't stop her. She just hurt one of the guards," the soldiers said with their heads down, shaking."You hurt one of my followers? Who gave you the courage? You're not even my Luna yet, and you believe you can act freely, huh?" I asked, pointing at her angrily. My anger made me shift slightly into my wolf form."I also…" Isabella's words were interrupt
Alpha Alex's POVI wished I could see her, but I can't go to the prison since my guards are watching. I know they're waiting for me to make a mistake so they can plan against me, and I won't let that happen. Just as I was thinking this, I heard a knock on the door and my soldiers started rushing around."Your Highness, we need your attention," a guard said suddenly at my door. I hadn't even had a chance to get comfortable in bed, so I hurriedly put on my jacket and zipped it up. I opened the door almost immediately, causing the soldier's hand to hang on the door."What do you want at this time of day?" I asked, glaring at the soldier with anger. I was relieved I hadn't fallen asleep yet; otherwise, I would have been even more furious and might have attacked him before asking other soldiers for an explanation about why they interrupted my sleep."Your mistress..." he paused, glancing at my face."What happened to her?" I asked, my eyes locking onto his."She's missing? What do you mean
RAMIREZ’S POV"Werewolf pack of Hamattain pack!" I shouted at the top of my voice, and they all responded with cheers, raising their fists."Tonight we stand firm!" I repeated as they chorused after me, "We stand firm!""Tonight, we can't be shaken!" they shouted, "Yes!""We are not scared of the werewolf witch," I added."Because tonight's victory is ours!" I shouted as they all echoed. We marched down to Alicia's stepmother's abode. It was time to kill the villain who had threatened us all, the one who had killed my mate. I knew that with her gone, the coming generation would know peace.It took us a day and one night to arrive at our destination. What I saw amazed me. It was as if she had been waiting for our arrival. I saw Kael, my son, standing beside her, a wicked smile on his face. I was quite sure he couldn't recognize me."Kael!" Leo shouted as he was about to approach him, but I pulled him back."He's not your brother anymore. That is the beast that will destroy the world".
RAMIREZ’S POVIt was the saddest day of my life in the Hamattain pack. Never had I wished that Alicia would die before me. If anyone were to die, it should have been me. I held her tightly to my chest as sorrowful tears rolled down my face, knowing that I would never see her again. Astor's hand rested on my shoulders, comforting me, while Lily also offered her support. After everything she had been through, she definitely didn't deserve to die. I was so torn. I carried her lifeless body as I approached the royal palace, and silence enveloped every corner of the castle. Even the pack, having heard her voice and her last wish, was in awe when she suddenly passed away.Although I and others had known beforehand that she wouldn't survive, as the werewolf doctor had told us she had only a limited time left, her passing still came as a painful shock when it happened so suddenly after she opened her eyes."Alicia, you didn't deserve this. You weren't supposed to leave this world. I hadn't e
Alicia's POV:As I gradually awoke, I noticed that everything had returned to a state of calm. The urge to get out of bed was strong, but a firm hand kept me in place.My vision was hazy, and a distant voice reached my ears."You need to stay still. Moving will open the wound again," Ramirez cautioned, and I obediently settled back into the bed.I clutched my throbbing head, my memory slowly returning. I recalled arguing with my mate, Ramirez, defending him passionately before collapsing to the floor. That was where my recollection ended. The last thing I remembered was thinking about Kael."Where are Kael and Leo?" I inquired, my tone filled with concern, while Ramirez appeared hesitant to respond to my question. His reluctance sent shivers down my spine because I remembered the warning about Kael possibly turning into the beast.The prophecy had begun to unfold, but I had prevented him from harming his father. Maybe I could truly change the prophecy, perhaps I could avert the dreadf
Alicia’s POVKael and Leo have grown up to be remarkably handsome, and to our surprise, they have turned out to be exceptionally well-behaved children.Today is their twenty-second birthday, and I couldn't be happier for my mate and myself. My stepmother has been attempting to breach the magical barrier that has kept us safe within the Hamattain pack, but she has been unsuccessful.I've always emphasized to the kids the importance of not leaving the palace without my consent, and they have adhered to this rule diligently. They are so identical that if not for the chains on their wrists, it would be very difficult to tell them apart."Mom," Kael called out, and I glanced at his wrist before responding."Did you just glance at my wrist? Are you as puzzled as others?" Kael questioned, and I quickly shook my head in denial."No, sweetheart, I was checking to see if you're feeling well and ready for the party," I fibbed. Over time, Kael had shown tendencies toward aggression, and I couldn'
Alicia's POV"Alicia, you are all we have left. Please, you need to save us," Lily implored, tears streaming down her face."You must take this, your grace," Lex handed Lily the golden chain that had been given to him by Alex. She accepted it, her eyes brimming with tears."He said you should put it on his baby's neck. Whether it's a boy or a girl, always tell them that Daddy cares," Lex replied, bowing his head."Why? Can't he come here himself? Can't he bring the entire werewolf pack?" Lily suggested, gazing at Lex, who appeared weary."I'm afraid, your grace, he can't. The entire werewolf pack has been completely wiped out, and he's left with only a few people," Lex explained, coughing severely."Is there anyone out there?" I called out, and a werewolf soldier came running, immediately bowing to me."Get him some water, a change of clothes, food, and a place to rest," I ordered the werewolf soldier, who raised his head only to bow again before assisting Lex, and they both left promp
Alicia’s POVRamirez and I gazed at Lily, who was breathing heavily and appeared exhausted. I still held my babies as the ceremony continued when she entered. I entrusted the other baby, Leo, to my mate, and hurriedly made my way over to Lily."Goddess! What happened?!" I asked, shock evident on my face, and all the onlookers watched. I assisted her in sitting down on a chair."Get me a cup of water, and don't just stand there!" I commanded one of my werewolf soldiers, who were all observing the situation."Yes, your grace," one of them bowed and promptly left. He returned with a cup of water, which I handed to Lily. We all watched as she drank it without hesitation, and then she requested more."Take her to the guest's room. We'll catch up with you, Lily, once we're finished," I instructed, observing the werewolf soldier gently guiding her toward the palace hallways. I wondered what had led Lily to this state. I had believed that Alex had changed his ways, but now I questioned what ha
Alpha Astor's POVWas it the Moon Fury again? I asked myself, struggling to grasp the situation. Could Alicia's stepmother be behind this, or was it the work of the werewolf witch who had a knack for causing chaos at will?Rei returned with a look of shock on her face, mirroring the surprise and confusion that had enveloped us all. The sudden transition from broad daylight to complete darkness forced us to light lamps to see one another."Inform all the werewolf soldiers to stand their posts. We need to be vigilant and prepared for anything," I instructed my werewolf soldier captain, who promptly bowed and hurried off to relay my orders."What in the world is happening, Rei?" I asked, hoping she might have some insight."Goddess! I thought you had worked closely with your master before her passing. Hasn't she ever unleashed something like this?" I inquired, but Rei's memory appeared hazy."I don't recall anything like this," she replied."So, you're suggesting we remain idle? This is d
Alpha Astor’s POVRei and I had been living peacefully for the past three months, and I hadn't seen anyone who resembled Alicia's stepmother. Despite my lingering suspicion that she might still be out there, we decided not to back down.It had been a challenging month, and Rei and I hadn't found much time for intimacy. The last time I saw her in the garden, she was badly wounded, and I feared I might lose her. Thankfully, I managed to summon the werewolf doctor, who treated her promptly."Hey, honey, you look tired," Rei said as she wrapped her arms around my neck and settled onto my lap."So, you're not in pain anymore?" I asked, not wanting her to feel uncomfortable, especially if she wanted to be intimate."Mmmm..." She touched her stomach, her gaze shifting before meeting mine. "No, baby, I think I'm okay now. I've missed you."Since the Moon Fury incident, we hadn't heard from Alicia, and there was even talk of her attending our wedding. However, we chose not to invite many guests
Alicia's POVI woke up feeling completely healthy and refreshed. It seemed like I had drifted off to sleep while talking to Ramirez. When I glanced beside me, I realized his hand was still holding mine. I gently stroked his hair, enjoying the sight of his peaceful slumber. Observing his calm face was something I cherished. I continued this for over twenty minutes before regaining my composure. There was no denying that Ramirez was a remarkable young man, and any woman would be fortunate to have him as a mate. I considered myself lucky to have ended up with the best.I turned my gaze to the left and noticed that one of the baby's eyes was open, but he was merely amusing himself by sucking his finger. The other baby, with the golden chain, remained tranquil and fast asleep. I could see a reflection of myself in him. Amidst these thoughts, my mind drifted back to Melicia. I wished I could see her at that moment, and tears rolled down my face."What do I do now? Is my mate going to die as