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FORTY TWO| Compete for the throne
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SOPHIA The morning started on a finer note. It was always a surreal feeling to wake up between my boys. There was nothing that could ever conquer my joy of waking up and seeing all three of them together; healthy, happy and strong. I rose up to start my activities of the day, which included getting them ready for theirs. I had a sense Gaston would be too busy to watch after them today, especially after telling Asher not to come close to them. That also reminded me of the fact that I needed to speak with him. "But do we really need to go to work with you, mummy? Why can't we stay back and play with uncle Asher and uncle Gaston, like we've always done?" Darwin asked as I dried his hair with his personal towel. I hung his towel over my shoulders and cupped his soft cheeks with both my palms. "Well, Uncle Asher is going to be very busy today. Let's not forget the fact that he is the alpha king of this kingdom, and he was to go about doing king duties." "So he's too busy for us?" Oka
Last Updated : 2023-05-25Once Rejected, Now Desired FORTY FOUR| Woman of their dreams
ASHER If anyone had told me that my morning would be made by Sophia's three wonderful demons, I wouldn't have believed it. How the boys defied their mother's orders and ran to search for me the moment I was gone was a mystery. I had never seen a more stubborn group of brothers in my entire life, and it made me adore them all the more. Sophia was only slightly stubborn, so whoever their father was, must have gotten an earful from his mother if she's anything like mine. "Mummy is not going to be very happy to see us with you, is she?" Daniel asked as he held on to my hand. For some reason, his dislike for me had lessened just a bit, dissolved into a warmth and affinity I was glad to have. I chuckled and looked around the reception hall. The place was crowded, it was hard to tell the left from the right. "Why are there so many sick people in this park, Uncle Asher?" "There's been a nasty disease spreading, David. And whenever someone falls sick, they are brought to the hospital so
Last Updated : 2023-05-26Once Rejected, Now Desired FORTY FIVE| Me against the world
ADELINE "Get well soon, my dear." I read the tenth goodwill message I had read that morning, and tears gathered in my eyes. Everyone wished me to get well, to get luck, but no one wanted to know what was wrong with me, no one wanted to know how I had ended up there, and even if he did, I wouldn’t tell anyone. I couldn't. I didn't hear when the door creaked open, but I could tell when he stepped in. My nose caught the whiff of his scent immediately. I dropped my phone underneath my pillow and tucked the pillow against the wall, forcing a bright smile on my face. Behind me, stood the doctor. She wore a brighter smile, as though she was finally happy to see me awake and without tears for the first time. "Good morning, Mrs. Reed. It was a beautiful morning, is it not?" Reed sat beside me and reached for my hand. Once his skin brushed against mine, I could feel myself shudder. "Are you doing okay, darling? We were very worried about you. I was very worried about you." He said aloud
Last Updated : 2023-05-27Once Rejected, Now Desired FORTY SIX| The upper hand
SOPHIA I didn't bother to turn or to look at any of them. I made sure to keep my eyes on my path as I led my sons away. Once they were in the safety of my office, I frowned and turned to face them. All three of them had their heads bowed, reluctant to look at me. It was only proof that they knew what they had done. "I thought we had an agreement on something, boys. Does anyone care to tell me what happened?" I thundered, pacing to and fro, about my office. They were silent. Only David and Daniel raised their heads and dared to look at me, Darwin avoided my gaze at every possible cost. "Does anybody want to tell me why we went back on our agreement? huh?" I lowered myself by squatting and examined each of them very carefully."Anybody? something? "we were bored, mummy." Darwin blurted out, earning him my rapt attention. "We were bored, mummy. I thought we could go and play a bit outside, and we got lost. Uncle Asher found us and made sure we came back to the hospital, mummy. We
Last Updated : 2023-05-28Once Rejected, Now Desired FORTY SEVEN| The invitation
ASHER The day went by quicker than I thought it would. Ivan and I left the hospital and proceeded to my mother's Chambers. My mother, the Queen, was overly delighted to see Ivan. Not that I could blame her, the man was every woman's picture of a perfect son. He was charming to a disgusting fault, and I rolled my eyes at how many times he threw compliments around, especially to the elders he really didn't like. I didn't know how he could pretend to be nice to people he didn't like, but it was not something I could do. If I didn't want you around, I was sure to let you know. It was a means of protecting my space and the peace that accompanied it. "My, my, Asher." Ivan breathed out as he stretched his feet on the grass while he sat in the fields. It had been a long day of attending court and business meetings together. I got a sense that Ivan would be staying for a long while, because he was keen on meeting everyone in such a short period. He was smart enough not to ask after Reed o
Last Updated : 2023-05-29Once Rejected, Now Desired FORTY EIGHT| Sexy in the sea
SOPHIA Serene classical music, dark green grasses illuminated by tall bright lights, tables covered in sky blue sequin clothes, and blue colored drink fountains located on every table in the field. Doctor Emily was not joking when she said the theme was SEXY IN THE SEA. It was the only reason I had a sky blue mini long sleeved mini dress on. The length stopped a few inches above my knees, and had a slit that ran all the way to underneath my ass. The sleeves of the gown extended into gloves that kept my fingers warm. To match the rest of the event, I had on a pair of sea green heels. I let my hair cascade down my back, until it almost reached my waistline. Stepping into the field, I sucked in a deep breath to allow myself wallow in the aroma of freedom. Not that my kids were a burden to me - most certainly not. They were the best things that had ever happened to me - but of truth, I figured it wouldn't hurt to come out alone. I hadn't done this in what? Eight years? Gaston had o
Last Updated : 2023-05-30Once Rejected, Now Desired FORTY NINE| War of Hearts
ASHER Sophia took my hand, and I encircled my fingers around hers. I couldn't feel her skin through the fabric of her gloves, yet the heat that emanated from her body threatened to suck me in. She was burning hot - metaphorically. Heavens! She was beautiful. Even as everyone else made way for us at the centre of the dance floor, and I led her to the centre, underneath the bold neon blue light, my heart pounded against my chest. Was I really going to hold her tonight? Pressed against my chest with my hand encircling her waist? There was no one else but us, no other sound, but the rhythm of our heartbeats beating in synchrony. As our gazes locked underneath the electric blue lights, jolts of current coursed through my veins. Her beautiful brown eyes blinked, and dark lashes fluttered. She threw her head back in a breathless laugh. She must have seen something in the crowd, but all I could see was her. She did a short spin in her beautiful mini dress while I held her right hand abov
Last Updated : 2023-05-30Once Rejected, Now Desired FIFTY| An icon
SOPHIA "Fuck you!" I spat out, and turned away from him as fast as I could in order to keep whatever remained of my dignity. There was no way I could let him catch me shedding tears. He had seen that more times than he could count. I was not going to put my pride on the line to soothe his senseless ego again. As I stormed out of his presence, there was only one question that lingered in my mind. Why? Why would he not just accept that he was wrong? Everything would have solved itself if he just admitted his mistake. "OH, I'M VERY SORRY I SCARED YOU INTO RUNNING AWAY. WHEN I WROTE THAT LETTER, I HAD JUST BEEN CROWNED ALPHA KING AFTER MY FATHER. WE KNOW HOW MUCH THE COURT FROWNS AGAINST SCANDAL. ADELINE WAS ALREADY MY LUNA. IF IT HAD COME TO LIGHT, I WOULD HAVE LOST EVERYTHING, I DIDN'T HAVE A CHOICE." Would have made me trust him. I would have seen the honesty and sincerity he tried to wear on his face like a fucking mask, and I would have started making active steps to try to fo
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Once Rejected, Now Desired Dearest gentle reader,
This has been an emotional roller coaster for me. This story began in January, and since then, a lot of things have happened. I’ve been sick, I’ve had countless visits to the hospital, gotten an operation, entered final year in medical school, a lot of things actually. And finally, after nine months, I get to say goodbye to the beautiful Morris family, and everyone involved in their story. It wasn’t easy, but you all stood by me. I hope you enjoyed this story as much I almost enjoyed writing it. And I hope to see you again in my next project coming in OCTOBER, and my debut billionaire romance novel. Thank you all. Xoxo, Bella Hemsworth.
Once Rejected, Now Desired Epilogue
SEVEN MONTHS LATER AUTHOR The sound of the door closing had everyone up on their feet. Daniel, Darwin, Lillie who had been fidgeting on her seat, Queen Sophia, even little Emilia. The doctor blinked twice, fairly surprised by how fast they had all stood. All the set of eyes that peered at her caused her to clear her throat. She couldn’t blame them for being anxious. Princess Darla had been in the labor room for over eight hours. “How’s everything? How’s she? How’s…?” Lillie moved to the front, and the doctor smiled at her. “Everything is fine, your highness. Princess Darla has just delivered two beautiful and handsome children.” Silence hung in the air for three brief seconds. Yes. The doctor had counted. “Does this mean…?” Lillie asked with wide eyes. “Yes.” The tall lady replied. “Twins.” “Oh my God!” Lillie screamed, tears in her eyes as she watched everyone else rush into the room. They were supposed to have gone in one by one, but even the doctor knew better than to tr
Once Rejected, Now Desired Book 2| Chapter 105
Lillie’s POV *THREE WEEKS LATER* I stood outside Darla’s room, taking a deep breath before knocking softly. No response, but I knew she was in there. I could hear her crying from where I stood. Even her large twin doors had done nothing to mask the sound of her sorry. I turned mine into a ball in my throat and swallowed hard to push it down to my stomach. It couldn’t come out, not today. I reached for her door knob, opened the door and found her sitting on the edge of her bed, her face pale, her eyes swollen from crying. The black dress Darwin had gotten for her lay untouched in a rumpled mess beside her."Darla, you need to get ready," I said gently, stepping inside. "It’s time."She shook her head, her hands trembling as they gripped the sheets. "I can’t," she whispered. "If I get dressed… if I go downstairs… it means he’s really gone. That Logan is really gone, and I’ll never see him again. The love of my life, Lillie… the father of my child." Her voice cracked, her should
Once Rejected, Now Desired Book 2| Chapter 104
David’s POV Blood. All over the room. Dripping from every wound in my body. I didn’t need to see my reflection in the mirror to know I had been beaten up real good. Yet, when I saw it, a bitter chuckle forced its way out of my throat. I had managed to kill them all even in my state. The fuckers must have known they wouldn’t be able to stand a chance, hence why they had to poison me. In those last minutes of my life, the faces of my brothers flashed in my mind as I sat on my bed. My brothers, my sisters, my darling mother who had seen so much loss in her time. I never thought I’d see them again. I thought that, by the time they reached the hospital, I’d be long gone. When the rogues came, I was sure it was over. They had knives, weapons—I barely had the strength to lift my arms, but something inside me, something primal, wouldn’t let me give up. Not yet. Not before seeing my family one last time. If they could get to me, that is. There was no guarantee they had been able to make it
Once Rejected, Now Desired Book 2| Chapter 103
Darwin’s POV Heavy is the head that wears the crown, but there wasn’t a crown on my head. However, I knew I had stepped into David’s shoes the moment he was hospitalized. It suddenly made sense why he had been so stoic and protective of everyone. For the first time in a long time, I could feel what he felt. The weight of the world resting on my shoulders. My world, and that of Dark Moon at large. Even as I ripped Jace’s head from his neck, the reality of what had just happened sank deeper as I looked at him—the cousin who once laughed with us as children, now reduced to this: A lifeless head in my hands. Who would have thought I would be the one to end his life? Who would have thought that he’ll be the one to turn our lives around? To hurt my brothers, to betray the only family he could call his? His eyes, once filled with arrogance and ambition, were now vacant, staring up at the sky even in his death. But now, he would be unable to see any fucking thing. His life had ended.
Once Rejected, Now Desired Book 2| Chapter 102
Darwin: The battle was far more brutal than expected. Dead bodies lay across the ground, a mix of our own people, rogues and rebel soldiers. Daniel and I were yet to turn as we were preserving our energy to fight our common enemy. A wolf lunged at me and I caught it by its collar and snapped its next in one move. It dropped to the ground, slowly shifting back to its human form as it took its last breath. Another one came and I sank my claws into it, twisting and tearing its guts out so it lay on the floor in a disgusting pile. I only one had one intention as I made my way towards the Palace. And that was to make sure Lillie and my family members were safe. After I'd confirmed that they were, I would return here and find Jace. The hall was empty. Void of anyone, so I knew they had all been carted away to safety to the Palace's secret basement. I heard a familar sob and hurried towards the corner leading to the underground building. Lillie was crouched beside Logan w
Once Rejected, Now Desired Book 2| Chapter 101
Lillie's POV: Tonight was a wedding and the whole Palace was bright with the hustle and bustle of activities. A decorating team had been employed to decorate the area and it had gone on for about two days. Tonight, they were finishing up the rest of the decorations as guests began to arrive. I heard the Queen's voice from where I stood in Darla's room. She was yelling at the decorating team for their slow pace and we all laughed when she asked one of the ladies to get out of her sight. "It's not mother's wedding and yet, she yells like it's hers." Emilia said from where she stood, our beautiful flower girl, getting dressed by some of the maids. Darla chuckled from where she sat in front of her vanity table. "Mother can be a control freak at times. Don't tell her I said this, or she's going to serve my body to the guests." Emilia grinned in mischief and I instantly knew she was going to use emotional blackmail now that she had power over Darla. "Wh
Once Rejected, Now Desired Book 2| Chapter 100
Lillie's POV: Things were going smoothly. More than I expected. I banished the thoughts of something ruining the good time everyone was having and decided to, for once in my life, be happy that things were going the way I wanted. Queen Sofia was forced to interceed on Logan's behalf and the embargo of being a slave was taken off him. Darla made it a point of duty to remind her every waking moment of the day until the Queen decided to have rites held on Logan's behalf. And now, they were seen always having little cute moments around the palace. Logan and Darla were always found in each other's arm and I always saw the look on the Queen's face. Even after taking the banishment off Logan's head, she still wasn't in approval of their relationship. But as time went on, she became busy with other things and paid them no heed until I found her one day, smiling at Darla and Logan as they sat at the porch. Darla had her head on Logan's lap as he read her a book. It was such a
Once Rejected, Now Desired Book 2| Chapter 99
Lillie's POV: I paced from one end of the room to the other, trying to come up with words to say to my brother. Logan stood, head bowed low, at the other end of the room. I could tell he was feeling extremely bad, but not guilty. He finally stood tall, steeling his expression as he stared right at me. "What are you going to do? Judge me for following my heart? Call that a mistake also?" I honestly had nothing to say to him if I was being honest. I was just surprised that Logan and Darla were ever a thing. I wasn't angry or judgemental. I just didn't like how it had been hidden from me. Did Logan not trust me? Or hadn't I been a good enough elder sister for him to talk to? These were the thoughts that plagued my mind. I turned to him and sighed. "When did you start Dating Darla?" "We're not... dating," He replied. "Though we really like each other a lot." "So when did all these start?" He scoffed. "Do I have to tell you all the details?" "Yes. I have to know."
