Maya and Irina got into a staring contest, Maya not hiding her dislike for Irina and I guess Irina felt the same way. Only Naya acted cultured but I could tell she also didn't like Irina that much.I guess it's all my fault, I painted a bad picture of Irina without allowing them get to meet her first and see for themselves how great she is."She's not all that great, Imelda," Arla rolled her eyes."After all, she acted rudely towards you that night and was a total brat," Arla added."Common not you too, she already apologized," I frowned."I know that, my point is that you shouldn't paint her as a totally great sister when she isn't.""Fine, I get your point.""What's your problem? Do you have an issue with me?" Irina sneered at her."I definitely have a problem with you, rira," Maya glared back at her, not backing down."It's Irina, Maya," Naya whispered."Why should I care," Maya hissed, unbothered and Irina gritted her teeth in anger. If there was one thing Irina hated, it was peop
Sitting still as Becca applied my makeup, I couldn't help but frown at my reflection. I looked like a clown with the makeup she applied on my face and I wanted nothing more than to reach for the wipe not too far away from me and wipe everything off my face."If you keep frowning, the make-up won't be as nice as it ought to be," Becca complained, turning my face sideways as she tried to blend the powder and foundation on the right side of my cheeks."Well, at least, I'd get a reason with wipe off this hideous thing from my face," I spat in disgust and Becca frowned, not pleased."It hurts my feelings that you're calling my creative handwork hideous when I'm trying so hard to make you look like the beautiful damsel that you ought to look like today."I sighed, breathing out, exasperated. Now that she said it, my words seemed to have a whole different meaning. "Your creativity itself isn't bad but on my face it is. My face isn't one for a make over which is why your awesome creativity a
"I thought I told you not to get all mushy on me?" I frowned as she pulled away."I told you I can't help it," she giggled."You're such a cry baby, I teased, your mate would have a lot of work taking care of you," I teased her and she grinned."You know, I feel really sorry for those that would never get the chance to be with their mates but with someone else dey just got mated to without having an ounce of love for them," she chimed and I felt a knife being driven through my chest. It felt so painful knowing that I fall under those category of people."I think they are the unluckiest….." she froze and slowly faced me, looking pale."Imelda," she muttered and I forced a smile on my face, waving it off."It's ok Becca, you're right, they are actually the unluckiest set of people doomed to spend their lives with someone they don't love and clearly doesn't love them either.""I'm sorry Becca, I didn't mean to hurt you with my words, I slipped off in my words and said things I shouldn't
Turning away from the mirror, I looked out of the window and saw everywhere packed with people."It's just some ball, why is everywhere packed with this much people?" I frowned, not recognizing anyone. Their faces all looked foreign to me."Don't be stupid, the Prince is getting mated to either you or Mirabelle tonight, it is only right that they all avail themselves to pay rites to him," Arla explained and I scoffed."When are you going to let me out? I've been holed in here for days now and I need to stretch my legs or do you want me to die of paralysis?" Arla quirked, being sacarstic."If you die then I get to live a quiet life without your incessant nagging," I smirked, walking away from the window."You'd die of boredom without me. I'm literally the sauce that makes your life way more interesting than it is," she sassed and I scoffed."What's that?" I frowned, approaching the door. Beside the door laid a letter, lying on the floor. Someone must have slipped it in.I picked it up,
Standing before me was no one else but the Derek dressed in exquisite royal apparel. He looked totally different this night and breathtaking. I never knew he could be this handsome, his blue eyes glittering in the dark.I gulped, taking in his appearance. I might not be in love with him but I couldn't dispute the fact that he had a body to die for. He was dressed in a tuxedo, few buttons of his shirt flying open and his hair chest in view.I felt tempted to take a step forward and touch him, feeling his skin against my fingers but I restricted myself, holding myself from doing something I'd regret later on. Right now he felt like a magnet, reaching out to me."Like what you see?" Derek smirked, enjoying himself and my cheeks heated up in embarrassment."Don't get cheeky, just got a bit distracted in thoughts," I looked away unable to meet his eyess. I suddenly felt hot as though there was a furnace in here."I'm not being cheeky, after all, it's not my cheeks that blazing hot presentl
I pulled away from Derek, blushing shamelessly."Derek," the voice yelled again, getting closer. "I guess your presence is needed," I smiled shyly, pushing my hair to the back of my ear as I avoided his eyes. Right now I just felt like burying whoever it was that just interrupted us."There you are," the intruder said, joining us by the lake. Derek and I turned to see who it was and man I wasn't disappointed."Mirabelle," I frowned and she looked at me, finally noticing me."What are you doing here?" She frowned, eyeing me in contempt."The same thing you probably came to do, having a decent conversation with the Prince. Things might have gotten a bit more interesting if you hadn't chosen thid particular period to show up," I accused, smiling but my smile was so fake that even Derek could not help but smile in amusement."What are you talking about?" Her eyebrows creased into a deeper frown."I think you know," I shrugged nonchalantly, loving the way she was getting pissed by the sec
"Imelda!" Naya screamed, barging into the room with Maya, Becca and Lucas.I closed my eyes, affected by the light but I couldn't say I didn't like the light. Being exposed to light felt like I was being exposed to life. Being a darkness, bound like some dog felt so nostalgic and I wanted nothing more than to get out of here."Sweet goddess!" Becca exclaimed, crouching down before me."What have they done to you?" Tears welled up in her eyes at the sight of me. Now that there was light I could see that I looked hideous.Whoever captured me had taken time to ruin my dress and rend it apart to shreds. Most of my skin was bare and exposed."I'll kill whoever did this to you!" Naya gritted her teeth in anger looking pissed. Maya just stood transfixed to one spot, I couldn't guess what exactly was running through her mind. She looked pretty calm unlike Naya but her eyes were blazing hot with fury."We need to hurry up and get her to the ball," Becca wiped her tears."If we spend any more t
"Isn't that Alpha's Raiden's daughter?" People murmured, glaring at me with hateful eyes but I couldn't care less because right now I think I'm going to lose my mind.I'm still trying to put myself together after that unexpected push that the twins sprang up on me without thinking of informing me first. What if I died?"Good thing you didn't die," Arla replied unbothered."Now get your butt off the ground and put those torturous training from the Queen to use because right now, a slave looks more coordinated than you do.""You're so not nice," I frowned, pushing myself off the ground, dusting dirt off my glamorous gown.Everyone gasped in awe seeing the beauty of my gown as I stood up straight. Their eyes that once showed judgement and scorn now shone with admiration well apart from two very negative people.The Queen who wore an horrified look on her face seeing I wasn't wearing the dress she specially picked out for me, the ceremonial red dress Mirabelle, who glared at me out of p
In the heart of the forgotten forest lay a place that whispered of shadows and secrets. The air hung heavy with an unsettling stillness, broken only by the occasional rustle of unseen creatures. This dark corner seemed to defy the very essence of light, where even the moon's hesitant glow dared not penetrate.The trees, gnarled and twisted, stood like ancient sentinels guarding the secrets held within the darkness. Their branches, like skeletal fingers, reached out in contorted gestures that seemed to tell tales of long-forgotten sorrows. Leaves, coated in a layer of dust, clung to the branches, their color drained by the pervasive absence of light.As one ventured deeper, the ground beneath shifted with a soft, eerie crunch. Moss-covered rocks, slick with moisture, lay scattered like forgotten gravestones. The very earth seemed to exhale a cold breath that sent shivers through any intruders. A pervasive dampness clung to everything, as if the place itself wept in silence.The darknes
The sun dipped below the horizon, casting a warm glow across the estate. I couldn't help but feel a flutter of excitement as I anticipated the evening ahead – a dinner with Derek, a man whose presence sent a cascade of emotions through me. The maids, with their gentle smiles, led me to the opulent dressing room, where an array of exquisite dresses hung like colorful dreams.The air was filled with the sweet scent of blooming flowers as the maids prepared a bath for me. Warm water embraced my skin, and fragrant petals floated delicately in the tub. The maids moved with a grace that mirrored the dance of the evening breeze, ensuring every moment of the preparation was a symphony of care.As I soaked in the fragrant waters, a sense of luxury enveloped me. The maids, with hands soft as a summer breeze, bathed me in scented oils that transported me to fields of blossoming flowers. Their laughter echoed in the room, turning the simple act of preparation into a celebration of femininity.Onc
I know that I created the group for all female wolves for us to come together to fight for a change, but one thing I never anticipated was the involvement of so many female wolves who wanted the same thing but were scared to actually make a move.The turn out for today's meeting turned out to be bigger than the last turn out and the ladies really seemed happy.This gathering was basically the first gathering in which I saw smiles on different ladies' faces and it warmed my heart that I was doing this for not just me but them.Even Mirabelle of all people was part of the rebel group. One thing I definitely didn't envisage was her ever joining the group. I guess she also wanted the freedom as much as we all did even if she never admitted it when we were still rivals fighting for the position of the Prince's mate.The shock on my face when she invited me was real and not just a facade to hide my involvement in the group. The fact that Mirabelle joined was quite shocking enough, but askin
DEREK'S POVI decided to attend to the files since I was unable to see Imelda. Hopefully I'll get to see her during breakfast and talk to her. Ever since Eric woke me up from my dream, I couldn't stop thinking of her. Thoughts of her have been in my head and I kept wondering what it would feel like to really touch her and not just dream about it.I flipped through the files, frowning. The elders wanted the rogue wolves dead but I saw no need for that. We needed slaves and they could come in handy if they were captured."Why didn't you object when they were talking about it yesterday?" Darren rolled his eyes, and I frowned."They only talked about getting rid of them, not killing them.""If you really think that getting rid of them meant capturing them then you're really dumb for a Prince," Darren sassed and I huffed, rolling my eyes."Well, I'll do the right thing since the rest of them basically don't know the best choice to make in situations like this." I grabbed my pen and signed
"I can't believe you actually rushed me to the dining table for nothing," I frowned, glancing at the empty seats."We're basically the only ones here.""Well, nobody told me everyone would be absent," Maya rolled her eyes, taking a sip from her wine.After rushing to make it to the dining room on time we found that we were basically the only ones present. Just Maya and I. Naya was still sleeping and wouldn't answer any of us. The King is busy in his study room so help be eating there and add for Derek, I had no idea where he was. There were rumors of the Queen having a brawl with Derek, and being sick at the momentI would have gladly stayed back in my room if I knew Derek wouldn't be joining us for breakfast. I only came to the dining room so he wouldn't suspect anything but it was all a waste because he wasn't even present.Becca walked in with some maids lined up behind her with our dishes. They silently served the dishes, and made to leave."Don't tell me you're planning on leavin
Alvary laid peacefully on the bed, the morning light filtering through the window and gently kissing his features. The soft glow revealed the contours of his face, creating a serene tableau that captivated my gaze.His hair, slightly tousled, hinted at the morning's reluctance to release its hold on him. I slowly reached for his hair, enjoying the sleek touch on my fingers. I couldn't help but admire the way the sunlight played with the dark strands, adding a warmth to his appearance. Alvary's features, relaxed in slumber, were a canvas of tranquility.My eyes traced the curve of his jaw, appreciating the rugged determination etched into its lines. Alvary's morning repose seemed to soften the rogue edges I was accustomed to, unveiling a vulnerability that drew me in.His lips, gently parted, were inviting and I felt tempted to kiss him as he slept. I couldn't resist a smile that tugged my lips as I remembered the events of yesterday night. His hand was all over me as he locked us away
Opening my eyes, I found myself in a place that felt like a dream. The air was different, not too hot or too cold, just right. I closed my eyes, relishing in the feeling that washed over me. It was peace untold, one that I never thought that I lacked. But breathing in this air made me realize whatt pure peace really felt like.I smiled in ecstasy, opening my eyes as I took in my environment. The first thing that caught my eyes was the field, stretching wide and endless. Grass, not the usual green I knew, but a shade of silver, brushed against my fingers as I walked through the field."Where is this place?" Arla asked, equally as stunned as I was."Well as you can clearly see, I'm as clueless as you are but I think I've been somewhere here like this before."I slowly remembered the dream about the strange woman I thought was an angel calling me Temis.I had met her in an open field like this as well and I couldn't help but wonder if she had brought me here again.I looked around, hopin
DEREK'S POV"You look ravishing, Derek," Imelda bit her lips, running her hands through my body as pleasure raked through my entire system."Imelda," I moaned, my head dropping backwards in pleasure."What are you doing to me?""Pleasuring you my love," she replied sultrily, showering kisses on my bare chest and I felt my dick harden in response begging to be let loose."What do you want Derek?" She whispered, biting my ears playfully and I closed my eyes overwhelmed by the pleasure."Don't be shy, tell me what you want," she whispered still torturing me slowly."I want you, Imelda," I groaned, shuddering under her hold."I want all of you.""I want to bend you over the table and take you right here and now. I want to hear you moan my name as I do crazy things with you and I want to keep you in my arms forever and have no one take you away from me," I grunted in response as she sucked my nipple.How she knew all my soft spots was one thing I didn't know. Her hands were like magic and
MAYA'S POVNaya laid on the ground, snoring. It had been quite hard to put her to sleep. After Imelda left she wanted going after her, saying she had to warn her mate as well.It wasn't easy to suppress or hold her down. At a time, she had ran off, running around the Royal house while Becca and I chased after her. I didn't know where Lucas was but Justin and Reiner helped us catch her and bring her back to the room.To avoid her running off again, we locked the door and the windows hiding the keys where she wouldn't find them.Frustrated with the fact that we wouldn't let her leave the house, she drowned herself in alcohol, crying her eyes out. It felt as though she had taken the crying serum as well with the way she was crying profusely."I feel bad for her mate already," Becca sighed tiredly as she laid sprawled on the bed."Well, I think he'll be able to handle her," I giggled, remembering what he looked like. He was totally Naya's type of man and he had everything she wanted in a