After the ceremony, we rode home in silence. I hated it because it made me nervous but it gave me time to think about what I was going to give Horace as a response. Twenty four hours was already coming to an end. Then, I remembered the wedding consummation. A guy had never come close to me not to even think of touching me before, my mother made sure of that, and now I would be giving it to a man I really have feelings for. I wasn't scared but I just hoped he would accept me more. There's still more I want and hope for... even though he had just let go of Candra, I knew she was definitely going to come back. "All these ceremonies aren't worth it," Horace said as he broke the silence. "What do you mean?" I asked turning around in a comfortable way so I could see his face. "If Gavner decides to claim you back... I'm afraid he can do so," Horace said, as we locked our eyes, I could see the softness for me right there in his eyes. Even though he wasn't as bad as his elder brother, h
He walked up, closing the distance between us. "Have you thought about it?" He asked, and I nodded my head."Yes," I took a deep breath and stood up. His eyes glittered despite the darkness of the room, and I turned on the chandelier light."I want you to be romantically and emotionally attached to me; I want you to treat me like that one special woman in your life." I said as I unbuttoned one of his collar buttons, making him stare at me.His hot breath sank into my skin, sending shivers down my spine.Placing my hand on the left side of my neck, I said, "I want you to sink your teeth and mark me right here and make me yours; I want and need you, Horace," I said, my eyes not leaving his. I could feel the moisture forming in my eyes.He placed his hand on my waist, drawing me closer to him, and his other hand on my jaw. Our breathing hastened. “Have you ever kissed anyone?”I said still standing. “No.”“If you want me to do things to you...” he paused. "I will,"My cheeks were a nice
I shut my eyes tight; I couldn't explain what I felt. Grabbing my arm, he dragged me into a room and shut the door. "What are you doing?" I asked him, trying to push him away, but he was too muscular and I couldn't. "I am helping my brother," Gavner said. "I'm going to mark you right here," he added as his fingers caressed my neck. "Stop this Gavner; you rejected me," I said, slipping out of him as I rushed to the door. "Did you think I would let you off that easily? Huh?" He asked, his eyes widening, and I huddled in the corner. Did he just say let me off easily? He openly rejected me and almost sold me off. I ran my hand through my hair as I rubbed my eyes. I was feeling dizzy. "Gavner, stop this." I jerked away from him. He took a few steps up to me, stretching his hand behind me. He undid my ponytail and buried his face inside my hair. I cringed, pushing him away, but he pulled me into his arms, hugging me tightly. "Watch and see how I steal you away from him; you are s
I stood still, waiting for a response from him, but he did not say a word to me. I stared into his eyes, and I knew that he would not let Nora go that easily. "You left her in her bridal dress.. so I wanted to help her take it off." Gavner said nonchalantly to piss me off; his whole face lit up, smiling at me. I gave him a dirty look, grimacing, and clenched my fist by my side so I wouldn't have to throw a few punches in his face. "Why would you want to do that?" I asked as a vein popped out in my neck. My brother was really pissing me off, and I hated it; he clearly rejected her. My instincts kept on telling me that Gavner would never leave Nora, but now why would he want to mark her? All the while, he was trying to play dirty with her, and I stood right outside the door watching him. I knew he was aware that I was there, but he kept on playing that dirty game of his. Was he warning me? He wanted to let me know that he could take her away from me. I haven't marked her as wel
Nora looked up, facing me fully. "Do you?" she asked, her voice thick with emotion."Do you really care about me, Horace?"I took a step closer to her, reaching out to take her hand. "More than anything," I said, my voice full of conviction and assurance. "I care about you more than anything in this world."Pulling her closer to me, "I will never leave you again," I said, my eyes locking with hers. "You're my mate, and I'll do anything to keep you safe."Her eyes filled with tears as she looked down at me. "I forgive you," she said, her eyes staring deeply into mine. After a moment, she nodded, and I felt a wave of relief wash over me. I pulled her into my arms, holding her tightly."I promise, I will always be here for you," I whispered in her ear."I'll never leave you like that again, no matter what."I smiled, relief washing over me even though I had decided not to bring up her encounter with Gavner. I trust her in everything.Gavner was getting on my nerves, and I had to be fast
Now, as I looked at Lenora, I could see the love and adoration in her eyes as she gazed up at Horace. It was clear to me that she had moved on, finding happiness and love in the arms of my brother, and that she was serious when she said she would make me pay for her mother's death.I thought I had the upper hand because she didn't accept the rejection, but right inside that room, when she accepted my rejection, I knew there was no room for me.But I had to keep trying.My heart was heavy with regret and sadness as I realized that I had lost the three women the moon goddess gave me as mates.I watched as Horace pulled Lenora close, wrapping his arms around her and kissing her forehead.Despite my feelings of jealousy and pain, I forgot I had a woman who I loved and wanted as a mate; she was the reason I rejected Lenora.What was I even thinking? My head is so messed up.I knew that I had no right to interfere in their happiness, but I still have a right because she was given to me firs
NORA'S POV"What!" I gasped as I watched him rake his fingers through his hair."You are so naughty," Affirming, he jerked my head in the direction of his chest."I had no idea," He lifted his shoulder in a half-shrug while I turned my face away; he was so naughty.But if that is actually what he wants, I will gladly show him how much I love him tonight.I didn't know anything about it, but if I made the first move, he would take over.We emerged from the dining hall, greeted by the soothing glow of torches that lined the hallway. The warm sunlight created deep shadows on the granite walls, making the pair appear larger than life. Horace, in his gigantic figure with broad shoulders and shimmering muscles, led the way with my curvy waist in his hold.Some guards bowed to us before walking by, their gaze fixed on me.Who would actually do such a thing?Horace would spare no time beheading them.Some of them referred to me as a gorgeous and attractive woman with bright and intelligent
"I have waited for many years, yet my brother has rejected three mates but me... I got no one. Mother, I'm getting old," Horace said, his voice direct.Horace took a deep breath and let it out slowly before responding. "I couldn't stand to see her suffer," he said, his voice low and serious. "She was heartbroken, and I knew she deserved better than to be cast aside like that."Queen Naida regarded her son for a moment, her eyes narrowing slightly as she considered his words. "I understand your compassion, my son," she said finally. "But you must realize that your brother may not take it likely, nor will he understand it from your point of view.""Do you realize the cold she felt from the rejection? The pack rejected her, and they all agreed when he wanted to sell her off."At this point, I knew he lied because I was especially hot.But then I began to think about why I was hot instead of cold. The moment a mate gets rejected, she automatically becomes cold, painful, and undergoes hea
Five Years LaterAs the sun cast its golden rays over the grazed field, the sound of laughter filled the arena. The sun was setting, and the castle was joyful as everyone went on with their daily lives.It's been five years since the birth of Morgana, the daughter of a Tribrid, out into the world again. Morgana had grown into a high-spirited young girl.Running ahead of her was Nickolas. Ever since she was born, Nora and Gavner made sure to make her bond with Nickolas. Now, they were inseparable, playing around as Morgana chased after Nickolas. Their screams and laughter echoed throughout the open field."Morgana, be careful so you don't fall." Evelyn shouted so she could be heard as she smiled at their clumsiness.Moving into the castle with Nickolas, she grew fond of Morgana. Her eyes sparkled with joy as she admired the bond that the two kids formed between themselves."Yes, Aunty, I won't fall." Morgana chuckled as she kept on chasing after Nickolas.Over on the other side, Gavne
THIRD PERSON POV"Zelda... What? How's this even possible?" Mira stammered as she watched Zelda take a few more steps closer to her.Just like Lilith had told Zelda, she needed to take what was rightfully hers, so she decided to go back to the coven, but unfortunately, she couldn't give the comeback she really wanted to give because Lilith and Nora had killed the witches.Zelda chuckled upon seeing Mira... she was glad Mira was still alive so she could teach her a lesson."Are you surprised to see me? Or are you scared?" Zelda asked, and a cunning smile curled her lips as she glared at Mira.There was no way she would forget what Mira did to her... she just wouldn't forget it.Mira shook her head and said, "It's not possible for you to be alive! I watched the whole process as you were killed. There was no life left in you." Mira's hands trembled as she staggered backward.Zelda clenched her fists tightly as she decided to end it all—every single thing she went through in the past year
AURELIAPushing out a chair beside the dinning table as I sat down with a glass of coffee on my hand. I had promised Nora that she would live a happy life, afterall I was the one who decided to bring her into this life so I do not intend to make her suffer this much.I'm glad that she has been strong enough to undergo all of the misfortunes in this life.I felt so sorry to my daughter for causing her all of these stress, if I had let them kill her years ago, she would not be here going through all of these shit.For weeks, I've been contemplating on what to do to help clean up this mess... I had no idea what my fate was so I guess I just have to do whatsoever I had to do to end all of these.Gulping down the contents in the cup, I rose to my feet.~"What a long time Aurelia," Michela hissed turning her back at me as she strode past the hallway.She had always acted bossy to me so it wasn't a new thing, I had only come here to clear up everything. Nora didn't tell me but it seemed lik
NORAI wondered how worried Matteo was about me when he told me that, though it was really getting out of hand. Horace was making things worse, and I have no idea what to do about it.But then again, I can't leave the castle because if I do, the witches and whatever else they were, will come to attack me, and I'm not strong enough to handle them yet.I'd rather stay here, where I'm free.I'm a pregnant woman who needs to enjoy this period of her life, but here I am worried about my life and that of my unborn child, and then it was really great that I turned him down.I had no idea if he was worried about me or Lilith... why didn't I think of it?Lilith must have rejected his offer, so he came to me because he knew if I left, she must go with me.'I'm sorry, but I can't just leave.Come to think of it, I should run away... I should leave my family here because Horace is harassing me.I will survive his molestation, but at the moment I need to think of a way to clear this mess. Though I
MATTEOAs the days went on, I felt like I had no idea who Horace really was... he was changing by the day, and it was making me really scared.I had tried to talk to him, but he wasn't listening to me and always ended up shunning me away with a death threat.I was worried for everyone in the castle because we had no idea who would be his next target. I knew it was Nora, but then I knew he had his eyes on Gavner and Lilith.I was scared for them.~Days agoThe warriors were all seated under the mango tree as they talked about how stressful their day had been.Lopez sighed deeply, attracting other warriors, who tilted their heads, staring at him."What's wrong?" Thorin asked."I'm really scared of staying here in this castle... With everything that's going on in here," Lopez said calmly to avoid having his voice heard.Thorin and Gaius adjusted the way they sat, unable to say a word.Walker crossed his legs together and said, "Gaius, you were guarding the late Queen's chamber when that
MATTEOEver since I set my eyes on Lilith, I won't deny falling madly in love with her, but I was just scared that I might lose her again, just like I lost Elena.I didn't want that to happen considering the fact that she was taking care of Nora. I knew what the nature of her job stated and how she could lose her life any moment from now.All I just want is for her to be safe and sound. I can admire her from afar without her knowing, even though I'm aware that she's madly in love with me, but then there's nothing I can do about it.Ever since I returned to the pack after Horace and Rodriguez's fight, I apologized to her for how I reacted in the past, but she seemed to be slipping away from me. Maybe it was because I didn't know how to put my words together whenever I tried speaking to her, but within her, I just hoped that she was aware that I loved her with all my heart.All of my thinking migrated to when I accepted her as my mate... she was really shocked at my decision. I shut my
THIRD PERSON POVSeveral weeks agoOphelia couldn't believe Ambrose gave all of his powers to Lilith just to take her revenge on them. Now she won't forgive Lilith for ruining her plans.All of her plans have been ruined, and she has no idea what to do at the moment.She has lost everything…her son, her powers, Orion, who stood by her, Marcel, who always thought of a way out of any bad omen, and Rodriguez, who has left the pack and gone to prepare a better life for himself and a place to stay.She was all alone. Wandering in the wilderness, on the surface of the earth, she quietly hoped that she would run into Ambrose, even though he was dead.Standing several kilometers away, she could see a small home... It looked like an abandoned cottage. She smiled."Finally, I see where I can rest my head for some days, if not for that crazy bitch who ruined everything! Who the heck does she think she is?" Ophelia asked herself as she slipped her hands into her pocket to warm them from the cold.
NORAI had no idea why that happened to be the question Horace had to ask me... he made my heart beat a thousand times.Fear and anxiety engulfed my entire body system as I was shaken by forces I had no idea about."What do you mean by that?" I asked instantly, feeling uncomfortable.He shook his head. "Forget about it... I didn't mean to do that to you, and trust me this once when I say I'm not here to harm you," he said. The sincerity in his eyes pulled me to him.No!I waved it off.I wouldn't fall for his tricks, or rather, the tricks of the dragon!"Why are you here?" I asked, and I needed an answer that was straight to the point. "You know you can actually sit down if you want to talk to me, and not squatting right in front of me makes me uncomfortable."That wasn't the reason I said that... he was just right there. Very close to my unborn child. Why?Why does he have to be so close to me if he just wants to speak to me?Now I have no idea what to do. I'm heavily pregnant, and I
HORACESitting on a chair on the balcony, I just couldn't forgive myself for what I did to my mother. Now no one wants to come around because they are scared that the same fate will fall on them.Even I will assume so with the rate at which I killed people, not to mention my mother.That crazy dragon was using me to get the revenge he wanted on the people who looked down at him, and now I have no idea what to do.Who's next on his list?Nora?That reminded me... I hadn't seen her around lately, but then something about her was driving my head crazy, making me want to go and look for her.The last time I saw her, her stomach was really big, like she was due to have her baby.I know that she has no idea, but every single minute, I always pray that I don't get to hurt her for any reason, but when it happens, I just can't stop myself because I'm being controlled."Damnit!" I cursed.With time, I knew I would not have anyone who would sincerely stand by me. Everyone is avoiding and staying