CHAPTER 4

ARIA 

The Alpha King stood at the entrance of my room, his eyes fixed on me as my body trembled with the intensity of my heat. With a low growl, he stepped into the room and strode towards me. I felt so tiny and vulnerable just lying down there.

As his eyes locked onto mine, I felt a primal energy coursing through my veins like liquid fire. His wolf was in control, and I could sense its raw power. Without uttering any word, he lifted me into his arms and carried me to the bed as if I weighed nothing. I felt like a meal he couldn't wait to devour.

He used his body to cover mine, his weight pressing me down into the mattress. As he gazed down at me, his eyes kept switching from amber to green which indicated that he was fighting his wolf for control. He nuzzled his face in my neck and took a deep sniff.

" You smell so heavenly," he whispered, his voice low and husky, sending shivers down my spine. " My wolf wants to claim you, Aria. I'm losing control.”

“ What about you , Your Majesty? ” I asked. I needed to know if he was only doing this because of his wolf.

“ Call me Knox,” he corrected and grazed my throat softly with his teeth. 

I felt my body tremble. I never knew something like that could feel so good. His wolf was still in control, but I could sense his struggle for dominance. But I didn't want him to fight it. I wanted him to let go and surrender to the primal desire that was burning between us. I wanted to feel his wolf's wildness, to be claimed by him completely.

"Aria," he whispered, his breath hot against my skin. " I want you as well. My wolf may have pushed me to claim you but my heart and soul wants this. I want all of you, not just your body.” 

His words sent a rush of emotions through me. For the first time in my entire life, I felt cherished and wanted. I nodded my head in response, giving him the go ahead to claim my body  and soul as his. 

With a primal growl, his lips claimed mine in a kiss that left me breathless and gasping for air. It felt like a possession, a claim, a branding of my soul. I melted into him as his tongue probed my mouth. I was consumed with desire and lust.

As we kissed, his hands roamed my body, mapping every curve and every sensitive spot that made my toes curl. I was a puppet under his touch and my body responded to his command.

His hands eagerly tore at my nightwear, shredding them like paper. I felt the cool air on my skin, followed by the warmth of his touch. His palms cupped my breasts and I arched into his touch, my body begging for more. He obliged, his lips closing around one hard nipple. 

I felt the jolt of pleasure all the way to my core as he sucked hard on it. I rubbed my thighs as I felt my wetness trailing down. I was a maelstrom of sensations and a whirlpool of desire. He was the storm that had unleashed it all and also the one who could quench it. 

Then I felt his fingers on my pussy opening. I sucked in a breath as my heart raced with a hint of fear and anxiety. Although I wanted this as much as he does, I was still scared because I was a virgin . As if sensing my thoughts, Knox's fingers paused at my entrance. He looked into my eyes, his own burning with desire and a hint of gentleness. 

“ I know, ” he whispered, “ I’ll be gentle, I promise.” 

I nodded, my heart racing with anticipation and a hint of fear. Knox's fingers rubbed my clit, his touch sending waves of pleasure through my body. I arched my back and moaned out loud, gripping the bedspread under my palms.

With a gentle push, one of his fingers entered me. Then followed by another. I gasped, my body adjusting to the new sensation. Knox's eyes never left mine, his gaze burning as he fastened his pace. 

He groaned, his eyes flashing amber. “ You're so wet. I need to be inside you. ” I nodded, my body begging for him to take me. 

He hastily put off his clothes and then, I felt him sliding the tip of his cock into me gently. He pulled and thrust in slowly again, allowing me to adjust to the unfamiliar sensation. 

I felt a mix of pleasure and slight discomfort, but Knox's eyes never left mine. They were filled with warmth and adoration, which was more different that the primal intensity I had seen moments before.

"You're doing so well, Aria," he murmured, his voice a soothing balm to my nerves. 

His lips brushed against my forehead, placing a gentle kiss there as if to ease any lingering pain. I melted into his touch, feeling safe and cherished. His fingers caressed my cheek lovingly. 

“You are so tight, ” he whispered huskily, his breath hot against my skin. 

As he thrusted his his cock into my pussy, he held me close, our bodies molding together in a perfect fit. I wrapped my arms around his neck, pulling him closer as our lips met in a passionate kiss. His mouth moved against mine with a hunger that spoke of desire and want. 

His hands cradled my face, his thumbs stroking my cheeks tenderly. As we moved together, Knox whispered sweet nothings in my ear. He kissed away my tears of pleasure, his lips tasting of everything I craved for. 

Time seemed to stand still as we made sweet love. Just as I was about to reach my peak, he buried his face in the crook my neck and sank his teeth deep into my skin. I felt a rush of pain, followed by a wave of pleasure so intense that I cried out in ecstasy as I climaxed.

I also felt a surge of power run through my body as a deep connection formed between us. He kissed my mark and I felt a tingling sensation and butterflies flapping their wings in my stomach. Knox growled loudly and gave one last thrust then I felt his hot seed spilling inside me. 

He collapsed beside me and pulled me close to his chest as we trembled in the aftermath of our love-making, our hearts beating as one. He kissed my forehead again. As the intensity of our mating subsided, his eyes softened and they returned to their usual color. They were no longer overridden by the primal instincts of his wolf. Then we drifted off into a deep slumber. 

The following morning, I woke up to Knox staring at me with a tender expression on his face. His fingers traced delicate patterns on my skin, leaving a trail of warmth wherever they touched. I couldn't help but smile shyly at him. 

“ Good morning, ” he murmured, his voice rough with sleep but filled with affection. “ Did you sleep well? ”

I nodded, feeling a blush creep onto my cheeks as I remembered all the things we did last night. The memory was still fresh in my mind, every touch, every whispered word lingering like a sweet fragrance in the air.

Knox leaned in and gently pressed a soft kiss on my lips. Pulling back slightly, he brushed a strand of hair away from my face, his gaze never leaving mine.

“ You're even more beautiful in the morning light, ” he said sincerely, his thumb caressing my cheek. “ Last night….was incredible and it meant everything to me, Aria. ”

His words touched my heart, melting any remaining doubts or fears. “ It meant everything to me too, Knox. I've never felt this way before.”

He a serious yet gentle expression on his face. “ We have much to discuss. But first I need to properly introduce you to the pack as my fated mate. ”

Knox sent a mind link to the pack, summoning them to the pack hall. We freshened and he led me to the hall, placing his hand on the small of my back. My heart raced as nervousness and excitement kicked in me. Knox rubbed my back, offering reassurance.

 As we entered the pack hall, the room suddenly fell silent. All eyes were fixed on us and piqued with curiosity as we made our way to the front. With a gentle squeeze on my waist, Knox announced to everyone that  I was his mate. 

The room was filled with murmurs and whispers. Some seemed shocked while some were not. Then all at once, they  erupted into cheers and applause, welcoming me with open arms. But amidst the celebration, a disapproving voice rang out, 

“ She's not fit to be your mate. ”