18Reece was nervous, and didn’t know what to do or how to avoid this situation since Alpha Dan wanted a test of loyalty, but he had to keep up a straight face to look confident, and like it was no big deal.“I’m just kidding.” Alpha Dan chuckled, and returned the hand of truth into its box, and the person holding it, took it back.Reece could almost sigh out of relief if not that he didn’t want to give Alpha Dan any hint that he was nervous to the peak.“I don’t need to use it for you since I believe you are willing to join us. But I will also have a use for you which would prove how willing you are to join my pack.” Alpha Dan uttered“What’s that?” Reece asked, looking ready to do anything.All he wanted to do was to give Alpha Dan the impression that he is prepared to do whatever he wanted him to do.“Not a knowledge you are to know about, right now. I haven’t even thought and strategized about it, but when I do, I certainly will reach out to you.” Alpha Dan said to him, and then R
ALYSSA’S POV“Mother!” I screamed out loud in tears as I watched my mother being torn apart by a rogue.Other children and mothers ran off with fear in their hearts and they were all screaming, except for me, whose mother was stuck in the hands of a rogue.Tears rolled down my eyes uncontrollably, and my heart ached in so much pain as she also cried out, trying to shield herself from the rogue’s claws. But he was too strong for her. As he slammed her to the ground, she looked towards my side with tears in her eyes.“Run!” She urged me with every strength in her.“Mother!” I cried again, and tried to stand with the excruciating pain I was feeling at my back.Right when the attack had started, I tried to also attack the rogue, so it wouldn’t hurt my mother, but he hit me across the wall, and something sharp scratched my back, but was a little deep. I fell right to the floor in tears and my mother tried to run to me, but the rogue grabbed her back.I immediately rose to my feet and tried
1ALYSSA’S POVIngrid and I were in the living room, waiting for our father to attend to us as he had called for our attention. For him to have called my attention to, then it was definitely something very important and I was glad to take a break from the bathroom wash.Suddenly, we heard his heavy steps down the stairs. The way he cleared his throat, made me feel uneasy as I feared him a lot. His aura was totally cold and I ensured to always be on my best behavior whenever he was around me. But for Ingrid, he was like the sweetest father ever.“I called you girls to make an important announcement.” He said as he had his seat across the sofa where Ingrid sat and I stood a little distance away from her.“We all know that Lunas come from our family and it has been like that for generations. Now, it is time choose a mate for the Alpha Princes which will happen tomorrow’s night, and you, Ingrid will be the Luna.” Father informed us and my heart broke into two.Usually, it was the first da
2ALYSSA’S POVI understood perfectly what all that could mean, and how demanding and stressful some tasks could be, but I didn’t care. As long as they were going to show me an atom of love which I have never received since my mother died, then I was good to go.Besides, I have liked them ever since they came for mother’s funeral and I have never forgotten them ever since. This is the first time I have seen them since 8 years ago and my heart still beats for them.“I agree to it. I will be your personal slave.” I said to them and they exchanged excited glances and chuckled.It was heart warming and fulfilling that they laughed because of me. It made me feel encouraged and hopeful that I would end up winning their hearts and our mate bond will be a bonus for me.“Alright then. Let’s go back to the ballroom to see your father.” Ryan urged and he held my hand.I felt a vibration go through me, and it was like I was charged up by his touch. Everything in me felt electrified and my cheeks
3ALYSSA’S POVThe next day, I woke up feeling sore and exhausted. The whole night was a lot to take in, but I still had a good time, and was happy that I was able to please them to their satisfaction. The only reason they could have come to my room last night was because Ingrid wasn’t able to satisfy them the way they wanted.I slowly stepped out of the bed and sluggishly dragged my feet to the bathroom to have a bath. After washing myself up, I rubbed myself clean and dry, then put on an outfit. But just immediately I was done, I heard a knock on the door.“Who is at the door?” I inquired while staring at the door.“I’m Anita.” She responded and walked into my room. “The Alphas have asked for your attention and they are in the living room.” She informed me, and I nodded my head.“Oh, I see. I’ll be downstairs.” I said to her, and with a slight smile, she left my room.It wasn’t that bad, living in the palace. Even the maids didn’t still have little respect for me, and I had not seen
4Alyssa’s PovAs I screamed, I woke up again with sweat swimming down from every part of my body to my night wear.“Oh, my goodness. It was just a dream.” I said under my breath, feeling so relieved.It felt so real and that was really scary. My heart is still beating fast right now and I can’t help but feel goosebumps multiplying on my skin. I got down from my bed and walked out to the balcony where I enjoyed the fresh breeze caress my skin. I didn’t know why my dream felt so real and scary, and why I had 2 dreams at once, but I felt too scared to go back to sleep because I didn’t know if I would fall back into another horrible dream.I looked up at the clear sky and smiled lightly. It was somehow refreshing to stare at it.“I hope my mates come to feel refreshed and happy one day, when looking at me.” I said, wishing for it to come through anytime soon.My scar was a very big dilemma because they couldn’t do without mocking me whenever they see the scar, and it also made people no
5Alyssa’s PovIngrid and the Alphas looked towards the direction in which Reynold ran off to and they looked disturbed. Even I was a little concerned about him because that was so unexpected. Never have I seen him lose his composure that way.But then, this wasn’t a situation for me to butt in because to them, I’m invisible and showing my concern might only lead me into punishment. I turned around quietly and headed towards the stairs, then climbed up quickly until I was very much out of their sight. It’s better that I’m out of their sight in situations when they can be cranky or I might as well just become the person they would vent their anger on.I got to my room and sat on the bed, leaning my back against the headboard and thinking about when my twin sister with no soft heart towards me had to add to my mockery.“Why exactly does she resent me so much? It can’t possibly be because of mother’s death because she never really seemed to show me any form of love when mother was still
6Alyssa’s PovI was dragged out of the cell by Ryan and even when I made my feet drag the floor just so as to slow us down, it never really helped because he continued to pull me.“Please believe me. I did none of such that you think.” I continued to plead, but my pleas seemed to fall on deaf ears.My back was slammed to the wall in a particular part of the prison, and my wrists were cuffed to the wall and my legs were left to be free.“Let me go! This isn’t worth it; I did nothing wrong!” I finally cried out, scared as I didn’t know what exactly they were going to do to me.I was just so tired of worrying about the things which would be done to me. Did I always have to bear the brunt of things even when I did nothing wrong? Why do I always have to be treated this way every time?Then the boys suddenly turned on the lights and what the light revealed made my heart begin to race hard. They were all sex torture tools.Sexual tools like whips, candles, nipple clips and many other things
18Reece was nervous, and didn’t know what to do or how to avoid this situation since Alpha Dan wanted a test of loyalty, but he had to keep up a straight face to look confident, and like it was no big deal.“I’m just kidding.” Alpha Dan chuckled, and returned the hand of truth into its box, and the person holding it, took it back.Reece could almost sigh out of relief if not that he didn’t want to give Alpha Dan any hint that he was nervous to the peak.“I don’t need to use it for you since I believe you are willing to join us. But I will also have a use for you which would prove how willing you are to join my pack.” Alpha Dan uttered“What’s that?” Reece asked, looking ready to do anything.All he wanted to do was to give Alpha Dan the impression that he is prepared to do whatever he wanted him to do.“Not a knowledge you are to know about, right now. I haven’t even thought and strategized about it, but when I do, I certainly will reach out to you.” Alpha Dan said to him, and then R
17Reynold snarled at her in anger. He sized her up with his eye, wondering how such a girl would have an idea of how to heal Ingrid.“Baby, we should just ignore her. She definitely knows nothing and only wants to be seen and heard.” Ingrid uttered also sneering at Alyssa.Even if Alyssa did have the antidote, she didn’t want her to get involved. She didn’t want a situation whereby she would be recognized for helping her and the boys would start thinking twice about her personality. She would rather risk it and believe that Reynold will find a way.“Leave this instant.” Reynold ordered Alyssa.Alyssa who knew that if she tried to convince them that it could work, she could be punished and only leave her with regrets for even bothering to talk. So, she walked away.Then Reynold turned back to Ingrid.“So, yeah, regarding what you said before she interrupted, you’re right. I guess we’re lucky. I’m going to put it out in a way that he would be touched and have to do my bid. That way, th
16The next day, Reynold woke up, and the first thing he set his eyes on was the ceiling. He had slept off in that position and remained in that position.Then he sat up, and brushed his hair to the back, and yawned. He looked back at the toilet, and headed towards thay direction.The first person that came to his mind was Ingrid, but he wanted to brush his teeth before doing that.As he stepped into the bathroom, he did the necessary while staring at the mirror, and when he was done brushing his teeth, he focused on only the mirror.“Today isn’t going to turn out the way yesterday did. So, brighten up, Reynold. He encouraged himself and then stepped out of the bathroom.He changed into something else rather than wearing a robe, then he stepped out of his room and headed to Ingrid’s. But on getting to her room, he didn’t see her on the bed like he had thought he would. Then he knocked on her bathroom door, hoping she was there, and just taking a bath.“Ingrid? You in there?” he calle
15“Alpha King?” Reynold voiced out, still looking shocked.“Wow. You recognize me.” The Alpha King spoke.Then they heard the sound of horses coming towards their direction, which meant the guards were close. Reynold who didn’t want to miss his golden opportunity, decided to strike immediately.“I would like to meet with you, Alpha King. It’s over something I wanted to talk about, but I wasn’t given the chance to speak with you.”“Oh, I get a lot of letters, and all, everyday. Can’t recall which is yours, but here is my card. You can come over to my office, tomorrow.” The Alpha King said to Reynold.Reynold felt so happy. That was like the highlight of his day. Although, he had gone through a mess, tonight, but he was glad that he managed to achieve something.The contact card had all the necessary information that even his beta wouldn’t be able to deny that he met with the Alpha King.Then the guards arrived, and some of them covered the scene, while three others walked up to Reynol
14Reynold couldn’t believe his ears. Did Reece just threaten him, without budging, or feeling like he was saying the wrong thing?“Reece?” He called his name, still feeling unsure that he heard well.“You heard me well.” Reece spoke, and then rose to his feet. “Tired of seeing this loser’s face. I think I need to go.”“Even I am tired of seeing him, as well. Let’s leave the restaurant together.” Lucinda said to Reece and also rose to her feet, clutching her purse in her hands.She smiled at Reynold and then sneered at him.“I hope this teaches you one lesson; you can never win against Alpha Dan and I. So, if you’re smart as you claim to be, it’s time you back off.” Lucinda said, and then left with Reece.Reynold stood there, dumbfounded, not knowing what to say or what to do. This had never crossed his mind, that it could ever happen.As he got over the whole thing a little, he left the restaurant, and stepped out, looking around for Reece but he didn’t find him, neither did he find
13“I hope you do understand, Reece. Loyalty needs to be tested, sometimes, to be certain of our acquaintance, or alliance.”“Yes. You are right. And that’s why I asked you to know what I need to do to prove that I am in.”“Well, it all depends on you, Reece. You should be able to do anything. Just show us. What do we need to see or know, to be certain that you’ve totally left your cheap brothers?”Reece sighed, and then thought for a while.“Alright, I know what to do. Listen up.” He urged Lucinda, and Lucinda listened keenly. “I have a log book of ideas which my brothers and I came up with, for our district to be better and other things that would bring in money. Each idea if it is to be sold out, would cost a lot. Here it is.” Reece said, handing over the log book to Lucinda.Lucinda opened it, and stared at each of them, with widened eyes.“Wow.” She exclaimed softly. “You’re really giving this out?”“Yeah, I am. It’s going to be really beneficial for your pack or whichever pack h
12“What are you doing here, Ingrid?” Reynold questioned, looking baffled.“I was bored and wanted to see your handsome faces.” She whined and pouted her lips.Although, the boys were charmed by her beauty, but they knew that it wasn’t nice as she was had to come over here. They didn’t want her to do anything that would make the temporary antidote to wear out.“But you should know that you can’t. I ought to head home right now, so let’s go back together.” Reynold uttered, then he turned to his brother. “Think about what I said. Also, try to reach out to Ryan to know his progress.” He said to him and stepped out of his office, pushing Ingrid gently out.They both headed back home and he ensured that she went back to her room and in the living room, he leaned back on the sofa, thinking hard of what he could do next and Alyssa appeared before him with a tray which contained a glass of water.“You must be thirsty.” She said, offering him the glass of water.“I didn’t ask you to do this. T
11“No, Reynold. Get that out of your mind.” he said to himself, and concentrated on heading off to the Overall Alpha King’s palace.It wasn’t a place that was easy to go to because most of the time, there was a probability that one wouldn’t get to see him and would only keep trying until one would give up, but Reynold was willing to give it a try just so that Alpha Dan would be curbed.Soon, he got to the building where the main Alpha King’s palace was, and he dusted his outfit like there were specks of dust on it.“Let’s do this.” He encouraged himself, and walked right into the building.He was directed to the Alpha King’s female beta, and he didn’t have a hard time in finding out the reception where visitors stayed in before they would be taken to the living room.“Good day, I am Alpha Reynold, and I had contacted you earlier, regarding meeting with the Alpha King. I have already sent a mail, stating the reasons I need to see him, but I haven’t gotten a response, yet, and it’s qui
10They all had no choice than to accept the news, as long as she was okay at that moment. Reynold also felt that he had to be quick with things, so that Ingrid wouldn’t have to go through such excruciating moment.“Thank you so much.” Reynold appreciated the physician.“My pleasure.” He responded.Reynold had to escort the physician out since he was an important man, and time was far spent already, as he really tried by coming to their aid, by this time.“Alright, goodnight. And thanks so much again.” “You’re welcome, Alpha Reynold. Just ensure she’s fine.” The physician spoke as he got into the carriage, and Reynold nodded in response.After he had watched their carriage leave, he went back inside, and up to the room where Ingrid was.Ingrid seemed to be sleeping soundly, which meant that she wasn’t really feeling pain and all.It made Reynold feel less burdened and relieved that she was better, now.“I really do hope she doesn’t have to go through that excruciating moment.” Reece