Apphia "S- should I be expecting anything? What should I do?" I ask nervously, blushing deeply. "No, sweetie, trust me when I say your body will know what to do when the time comes. It knows everything," Lily answers. "And you're lucky you're doing it with your mate for the first time. He will be gentle and ensure you're good," Daisy adds. "How old were you when you had sex the first time," "I was fifteen, and it hurt because he was rough," Daisy snarls, scrunching her face, " He didn't even make me come, that idiot," My mood is dampened when I remember my first time if I can call it that. It was painful, too, and I often hear Rory's voice in my ear when he was rapping me. I hear his labored breathing and breathe against my skin. My skin crawls. I breathe in and out silently, purging that awful memory from my mind. Lily squeezes my hand, knowing why my mood has soured. I glance at her, and she shakes her head, silently asking me to expel such thoughts." And you, Lily?" I a
Apphia I yelp. My heart ceases briefly. However, whatever it is, he grabs its neck and stretches out his arm so it doesn't scratch him with its sharp claws. I clamber out of bed and rush to him. " No, stay there, Apphia," he barred his teeth in a low growl. I ignore his command and stand beside him. The creature that almost attacked him is a tiger—a cub, but it's large. We glance at each other, my heart calming now that I know it didn't hurt him. The cub is growling and trying to scratch him weakly this time, as Nicholas has it by its neck. Its gaze snaps to me; mesmerizing large golden eyes stare into mine- into my soul. My heart melts as recognition sets in me. ' it's our friend,' Ziora says. " You're hurting her," I choke. " It wants to attack me," he grits. " It's Shai," I whisper, not taking my eyes off the cub. Nicholas instantly puts her on the floor. The two glare at each other briefly, and then the cub strides toward me; Nicholas grabs my elbow, protective, still
Apphia " I want you, Nicholas," I murmur, warm tingles running down my body. He smiles wickedly at me. I run my thumb over his mouth, and his lips open, taking my thumb in his mouth and sucking it hard, his gaze intently on mine. It's so hot. Nicholas takes me towards the bed and gently puts me in the middle, my back against the fluffy pillows. He kneels before my feet and resumes the kiss. I close my eyes, melting into the kiss. He retreats, gazing at me again in awe. " You're perfection, Apphia," he whispers. My breath is stuck in my throat. I can't take my gaze off him. He's freaking gorgeous! Nicholas' long fingers caress my inner thighs, making me shiver. He is watching me with amusement, enjoying my reactions to him. His fingers go up my thigh and touch my sex over my thong. My heart leaps. His lips quirk into what resembles a smile. He moves my thong aside and skims my clit, massaging it. His gaze is intense on me, hypnotizing me with his orbs. My breath is getting sha
ApphiaWhy hasn't he marked me? I wonder. Is he unsure about me? Does he not want me to feel what he does? I'm prepared to ask him, but Ziora stops me. Nicholas slowly slips out of me and stands beside the bed. I close my eyes, reeling from everything that happened. I feel him hover over me again and kiss my neck, licking and nibbling it. " You're so intoxicating," he mutters. I can feel his dick hardening again. His hips thrust gently against my skin. He lifts himself slightly and lowers his dick into my wet pussy. " You were made for me, Apphia. Your body was, too," Nicholas thrusts into me. My hands go to the back of his neck, caressing his skin. Our gaze locked on each other as he pushed deeper into me. " I love you, Nicholas," " I love you," We keep going. I'm a moaning mess again. My hips meet his pace fiercely. I'm about to explode again. I feel the build-up in my abdomen. Nicholas' canines elongate against the crook of my neck. He's about to mark me. It will show everyone
Apphia Nicholas observes me, his face impassive. I didn't want to raise the issue suddenly, but I couldn't stop thinking about what the brunette said. ' He likes it rough,' her stupid voice rings in my head. Nicholas wasn't rough with me. He was passionate and gentle, yet I could feel he was holding out something. Did Nicholas enjoy sex with me? What if he didn't relish it as he did with her?" Brooklyn?" he asks, his voice indifferent. " Brunnet, big tits, and brown eyes," I sneer. I can't keep the bitterness out of my tone. To think my mate had sex with her makes me feel so jealous and angry. " She's not my girlfriend," he refutes. " That's not what she told me," I answer." What did Brooklyn tell you," he almost growls. His gaze is stern on me. " That you left her because of me. And that you will leave me because only she can please you," I retell, frowning. Nicholas snorts. He reaches out to touch my hand. " She lied to you. Brooklyn and I broke up three years ago," That l
Duncan I was fucking hurt that my mate didn't want anything to do with me. I asked her why, and her reasons shocked me—especially the last two. I didn't expect my silence in my sister's abuse would come back to bite me in my ass. It was my karma. It hurt like a bitch. My chest was in pain. I looked at her parents. They were ashen at their daughter's boldness. I must admit, no one had ever insulted or talked that way to me. "Well, Nalani has firm opinions, alpha, but I'll talk to her," her mother says sympathetically. Is it so evident that her rejection was killing me from the inside? "No, it's good she has strong opinions. Don't force her to do what she doesn't want," I say, my voice strange to my ears. 'Are you going to let her go just like that?' my lycan asks. 'No, I'll earn her affection,' He murmurs a yes, and I get up to leave the office. The rumor mill is going wild today, and news has spread that I have found my mate. It's all everyone can talk about and congratula
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
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
Nicholas Everyone is in awe of my mate's wolf. They are showering her with praise and appreciating Ziora. "She's so gorgeous," Emily cries, reaching her hand to touch her. I swat it away childishly. She scowls, glaring at me, but proceeds. I caress her sleek fur, and our eyes meet. " You're perfect__ so beautiful," I tell her, kissing and inhaling her scent, which is still wildflowers but mixed with lavender now. My lycan, Nico, is going wild. He howls in rapture at the sight of his counterpart. Ziora looks to the moon and releases a melodious howl that is so powerful—that everyone follows. My family and friends erupt in cheers. 'I want to run. Ziora wants to run,' she mind-links me. They sound eager. I take off my clothes and change into Nico. I'm instantly pulled to the back of my mind so that Nico is in charge. It's the first time Ziora and Apphia have seen us. She's gaping at us__ at Nico. 'You're magnificent,' she mind links. ' And you're divine... Pretty, very pret