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Apphia"An email arrived from the ivory moon pack a few weeks ago," he says. My blood goes cold. I take a deep breath and ask. "What did it say?" "They had two vampire and rogue attacks, all in three months," he informs me. A shiver goes down my body. Rogue attacks were not rare in packs and were easily defeated because they were not as strong as pack werewolves. However, vampire attacks seldom happened, especially in the royal city. So, why are they attacking? And why the Ivory Moon Pack? My mind is reeling. Are the vampires trying to attack the royal city, and Ivory Moon just happened to be in the city borders? "But why them? Is it because they are closer to the city borders? Are they trying to attack the city?" I fire him with questions, my chest tightening. "I don't have all the answers at the moment. However, vampires and werewolves have a peace treaty; hence, the vampires attacking are not under their king and might have a personal agenda. We have to stop them," he explai
Nicholas ' Blade, what's wrong,' ' Brooklyn's harmed herself,' he says. I'm dumbfounded. Why would Brooklyn harm herself? ' Is she dead?' ' No.' ' And you're telling me this why?' I ask, my voice hard. Based on what she told Apphia, I still had a bone to pick with Brooklyn. ' You're the reason for it. She left a note in her house and all. So dramatic if you ask me,' Blade snarls. He wasn't pleased at all. ' Her condition is critical, and her mother insists you come,' he informs me. Brooklyn had tried to reach me a few times, but I didn't respond to her. She wanted us to rekindle our relationship —a fat chance in hell. ' She'll be fine. She's a lycan.' I tell him. ' Her mother beseeched me to ask you to go to the hospital. She and the doctors think it will be good for her to see you,' ' Fuck me,' I exhale. ' I'm sure you've been fucked well if you missed work today,' he chuckles. I shut off the mind link. I pat my mate's back slowly, taking her to sleep. " Is
Apphia The following morning, Nicholas pulls up outside a modern white building that looks like an industrial complex. He climbs out of the car and walks around to open the door for me. "Are you sure you want to do this?" he asks again. I nod. Blade and Drake brought Amir here last night. Nicholas holds my hand and leads me towards the entrance.We walk into a lobby with a reception desk. Quite a few people wear smart office clothes and work freely. I feel conscious about my simple outfit: a black silk skirt, a long-sleeved cream-white shirt, and ballet slippers. "I didn't know it was an office building," I murmur."Just one of them," he says. Sensing my uneasiness, Nicholas squeezes my hand and caresses my thumb, smiling softly at me. We proceed through the wide hallway, leaving the silent chatter of people behind us, and get into a secluded area with muted light. I frown at the strong smell of blood coming from the last room. Nicholas pushes the doors open, and we enter. The
Apphia He opens his mouth to speak, but no sound comes out, his eyes filling with liquid. "She died," I croak. I feel tears build in my eyes, and my body is shaking. " All this your fault. You convinced her to leave the pack in the middle of the night, and we were ambushed, probably by that mage you worked with!" I accuse angrily. "I arranged for her to leave the pack safely, but she didn't trust me enough. Harper forsook the plan and decided to leave the pack on her own," he spat. I remember my mother's words. They might come. He betrayed me and was eager to have me take you from the pack alone." Where is the mage now?" Nicholas asks. If eyes could kill, Amir would die. " I don't know, Alpha Prince. The moment I realized she wanted to disrupt my plans, I killed her and left. However, I don't know if she told anyone else about our finding," he explains slowly. However, he squints his eyes as if recalling a detail. " Say it," growls Lily. " S- she mentioned working for a master
Nalani My eyes open early in the morning. I groan and scream into the pillow, remembering the erotic dream I had of that handsome jerk. My panties are wet, and my body is hot. "Fucking stupid Alpha jerk!" I jump out of bed and decide to do some training. If only to get Duncan out of my head. His face is a plague that has taken over my mind. I don't want it. I need it to leave before it kills or crazy me crazy - crazy for him. The way he looks at me with his gorgeous silver eyes makes my heart race and fills my stomach with butterflies. 'He's dangerously handsome, that alpha,' chimes my Lycan Nana. She is over the moon to have him as her mate, but I can't accept him after everything I know about him. However, even spending hours in the gym couldn't rid the memories of him. His smile and beautiful face. Those sharp features and skin that glows. How good it would feel to be under him, ' Or over him,' Yes, that, too. I would ride—no. No, Nala, stop your thoughts. I coach myself
Nalani "Hi," I breathe, my voice demurely low. Catch a grip, Greene. Duncan is wearing a black shirt rolled up to his elbows, the first two buttons undone to show off his gleaming skin and chain around his neck. He's also wearing black pants. I have to work hard to stabilize my erratic heartbeat. I have no doubt he can hear it. "You look stunning," he says. "T- thank you," Did I just stutter? What the fuck is going on with me? It's probably his smell. He smells delicious! I feel my cheeks heat up. His gaze is too much for me. "Nalani, we should talk, don't you think?" His handsome face expresses concern. I nod. Mom is right; I should hear him out. He gives me a dazzling smile, and my eyes widen slightly, my heart fluttering in my chest. It is the first time I've seen him smile. It's breathtaking. "I should find my parents," I mumble. Why am I acting so coquettish around him today?! Our fingers touch, and sparks erupt on my skin. I gasp and almost jump back. Our gaze meets, and I
Anaiah I open my heavy eyelids, and bright light fills them. I groan. Nicholas is wrapped around me like a blanket. My bladder is full, but there is no way of leaving his embrace without waking him up. However, I try to remove my body from him slowly. He stirs and mumbles something incoherent but doesn't open his eyes. What time is it, anyway? I glance at the clock; it's six forty-seven. I have a long day ahead. Anaiah told me it's time I start my Luna duties. I'm very nervous.I detangle myself from Nicholas and scramble out of bed, but he wakes up. He sits up on the bed, watching me with a scowl. " I'm sorry. Pressed," I apologize and dash to the toilet. I wash my hands and then brush my teeth before exiting. When I return to the bedroom, Nicholas is talking on the phone, his hand running through his messy morning hair." Yes... The shipment can be sent in the evening... Okay, I gotta go," he said, hanging up the phone and kissing me deeply. I grin when he pulls his lips away. "
Apphia Maximus: Congratulations on your first day in office, Luna. Look out for Avril James. I stare at the message, swallowing, and then reply.Apphia: Who's Avril James? I hit send.Maximus: She's the Sapphire royal pack's chief financial officer (CFO) and mother to your nemeses, Brooklyn James. Today, Anaiah mentioned the chief financial officer's office. The CFO directly assists the chief operation officer on all matters relating to budget management, cost-benefit analysis, forecasting needs, and securing new funding. Maximus: Avril James hates you for taking the Alpha prince from her daughter and hence blames you for her daughter's attempted suicide. It is news to me. Brooklyn attempted to end her life. What was she thinking? For a man who isn't hers? How ridiculous!' She's crazy! And it seems her mother is, too!' shouts my wolf. I bite my lower lip in thought. If Brooklyn's mother blames and hates me, she will make it difficult for my office to acquire project funds to spi
GavinI had an emergency at the border early in the morning, so I wasn't there to welcome the Alpha Prince and Luna. On my way back to the packhouse, there was chatter and cries. Calla and her friend rush to me as soon as I enter the driveway. The woman throws her hands around me, sobbing. " What is it?" I ask, untangling her arms from me. " Susan and Orson are dead," I'm shocked." Shit, I saw them before I left. What happened?" " The royal members killed; it was horrible, I hear," she cries. " W-why?" " Susan called that freak bitch Apphia a murderer, and they killed them," she shrugs, puzzled too. Apphia? Apphia is here? How? " Apphia?" " Yes," " The bitch __" " Don't insult her!" I growl, making her flinch. " Where is Apphia?" " She's attending the meeting along with the royal members, beta," Calla's friend answers. I rush to the conference room and open the door. Then, I see her. My heart ceases. I can smell her and see her! My mate is standing before me. My lycan is
ApphiaWe are going to the Ivory Moon pack. Lily, Drake, and the twins, Chase and Chelsea, are going with us. They are in another car in front. Blade, too, wanted to join us, but he had to stay to run the pack. Lily will help with that task after she attends the meeting we will have while we remain. I'm nervous but not scared because Nicholas is here with me. He's holding my hand the whole ride. I have to remember that no one can hurt me anymore. I'm stronger and in a higher position than them. We soon arrive at the pack. It is just as I remember it—lovely, quiet, and clean. Our driver, Chase, is sitting beside his sister Chelsea. He pulls in front of the packhouse. My brother, Duncan, handsome and full of alpha aura, stands before the cars. His council is behind him. There are eight in total, a mixture of age and gender. Some pack members stand behind the council, keeping their distance but eagerly watching." Are you ready?" Nicholas asks. If not, I promise we'll return home and
Apphia"I want to go dancing tonight," Lily whines as we walk outside. "Who's coming with me?" "We are leaving at eight o'clock in the morning. You should rest," Blade murmurs. "You go and rest," she snickers, sounding slightly annoyed. Nicholas and I exchange a glance. I tell him with my eyes that I'm tired and want to rest. "We'll walk to the hotel," he says. Lily pouts, giving me her puppy eyes, but doesn't try to convince me, "Fine, I'll go alone," she resigns and walks in another direction, another street. Blade sighs and strolls after her. Nicholas shakes his head and extends his hand to me, "Shall we?" We stroll back to the hotel. The weather is crisp, the night is serene, and the sky is full of stars. A few couples are strolling on the steep street, holding hands or stargazing. Love fills the air. "Morgana was my ex-girlfriend," he says suddenly, " She was my first real girlfriend and love?" "I know," my voice is a whisper. Nicholas scrutinizes me, and then realiza
Apphia Blade is waiting in the lobby. He smiles at me. "Where's Lilibet," I ask. "She's on her way," he answers. "Has a reservation been made?" Nicholas asks. "Yes. Lily did," The two men briefly discuss work but are interrupted by Lily's voice. "I'm sorry for keeping you waiting," she saunters into the lobby, all light pink outside. Blade's breath hitches, and my gaze instantly finds his. His eyes slide over the princess' body, awed; she's wearing the most fluttering strapless ruffle creamy pink midi dress, tight in the chest and waist. It exposes her right leg up to her upper thigh. Her loose curls are in a side-part hairdo. Her earlobes, neck, and wrists are adorned in white gold. She stands before me, her mouth slightly ajar. "I love everything about you," she says. "Same," I gesture towards her outfit. Nicholas and Blade are watching us complement each other like little school girls. I blush and take Nicholas' hand in mine. When we reach the upscale restaurant, it's a li
ApphiaWhat is Morgana doing here? I wonder. Should I go up to them? While I contemplate, one of the men I'm speaking to about the aid speaks, "We are grateful to you, Luna, for all the help you have given us and for coming all the way here," "It's our pleasure," I hold the man's hand. They are all smiling at me, gazing at me with love, relief and appreciation as though I was important. ‘ You are_ you’re their Luna,’ my wolf’s voice is soft as she speaks. I exhale silently. Yes, I’m Luna. The alpha prince’s mate. My gaze goes back to my mate, and our eyes meet. Nicholas gently smiles at me and gestures for me to join them. I excuse myself from the group, walking to my mate without showing my eagerness. Once I reach them, Nicholas puts an arm around me. "Apphia, this is Lieutenant Salka. He's in charge of this district," I smile and shake his hand. A pack as large as the Sapphire royal pack has Lieutenants placed in districts to help oversee and report to the Alpha. "And th
Apphia I wake up feeling energized even after rounds and rounds of sex with Nicholas the previous night. I kiss his jaw and get out of bed, leaving him sleeping. I go to the closet to pack a bag as we will be going to the eastern district to visit the fire victims. After packing, I shower and get ready in blue jeans, a white V-top, a plaid blazer, and loafers. I go to the bedroom just as Nicholas is waking up. I smile at him, " Good morning, handsome mate," " Good morning, my lovely mate," he yawns and clambers out the bed. He's naked. All muscle and his cock just hanging out. I feel heat in my cheek and quickly point to the ensuite bathroom. " Go get ready. I want to be there before 10," I tell him. He chuckles and wraps his arms around me. " Seeing you blush is always so satisfying," " B—because you have your thing hanging out," I murmur, feeling shy. I'm used to seeing him like that but can't help my blush and embarrassment. He knows this and teases me about it. " 'Thing
Brooklyn. My fake plan to kill myself didn't work. I thought that when the alpha heard about my attempted suicide, he would feel guilty and allow me in his life, but it didn't happen like that. After sweet-talking Prince Leon, he told me that Atti, Apphia, or whatever her stupid name is, is from the Ivory Moon pack. I have a friend in that pack, Calla. I decide to give her a call to ask. After the second ring, she answers. " Hi, Brook, long time. How are you?" " Not good, girl," " Hmm, what is it?" " Some unworthy bitch from your pack stole my boyfriend, and I've been pissed," I tell her. She gasps; I can picture the satisfied smirk on her face. Fake ass bitch. " Who?" she asks. " A riff-raff called Atti or Apphia. White-haired girl, Do you know her?" I ask. Calla goes silent for a long time but doesn't hang up. " peculiar silver scar and horrendous, cursed eyes," " That's her," I growl." What?! That freak is in your pack and stole your boyfriend; you've got to be kidding m
Apphia "You look beat," Drake says. "Don't even get me started," I sigh, closing my eyes. "You know we are near the alpha's headquarters. I can take you there if you want," he suggests. "Please," We arrive at the Sapphire Corporation building, which is impressively twenty—five stories high. I walk into an enormous, white glass lobby with Drake. We go straight to the elevator without stopping by the reception desk, as Drake has a security pass. The elevator takes us to the twenty-fifth floor in another lobby—as impressive as the first. The woman behind the reception rises to greet us. " Hello," she flashes us a smile. The receptionist recognizes Drake and flushes. We ask to see the alpha, and she tells us he's in a meeting. "Please sit there," she points to the brown leather couch. We take our seats. Behind us is a glass wall, giving us a view of Sapphire's impressive skyline. The view is spectacular. "Would you like a drink?" the receptionist asks. " Water," I say. "
Nicholas My mate is still sleeping. It has now been 24 hours since she slept. Her breathing is slow and steady. Her cat is sleeping next to her. I go to my study to answer some emails and work. I get an email from Blade. The Ivory Moon pack was attacked again. There were no casualties, but the rogues and vampires worked together to attack them this time. Since when have vampires and rogues worked together? The door opens, and my father walks in—just the man I wanted to see. "Dad, I'm glad you're here. I want you to read this," I say, turning the laptop to his side. When he's done reading, he slouches back into his chair. "What could this be, and why that pack?" I ask. The ivory moon was closer to the city's borders, but there were others too. If anything, they shouldn't be targeted because they are larger and stronger than the others. Often, rogues would attack more miniature packs. They must be looking for something in the pack," he thinks. I thought so, too. "Could it be