CHAPTER FOUR:

Maddie tried to push thoughts aside. She knew she desired him, and her need for it was overwhelming. She was only grateful she wasn’t giving her virginity to the alpha that had rejected her.

The feeling of betrayal and confusion that had once left her feeling drained and lifeless, turned to arousal by the touches of Alpha Lucien. Lucien’s fingers trailed across her skin, and the heat in her body intensified with each touch.

Maddie wrapped her hands around him, no longer caring about anything else, her eyes fluttered as his lips descended upon hers. The kiss was fierce and passionate, with their tongues entwining in a sensual dance of desire. Lucien‘s hands roamed her body, his fingers tracing the curves of her waist and hips with gentle precision.

As they broke apart, Maddie's eyes snapped open, and she gazed up at Lucien with a fierce, longing gaze. Lucien's expression mirrored hers, his desire to claim her growing stronger by the second.

Maddie heard her wolf whisper, “Mate.”

She felt a jolt of surprise. She looked up at Lucien again, this time with a mix of shock and wonder on her face. How was this possible? Was she just imagining this? She had no idea what was happening or why her wolf had called this Alpha her mate.

Lucien's silver eyes gleamed as he looked down at her, his wolf growing restless and impatient. Without hesitation, Maddie raised her hand and wrapped it around his bare shoulders as she felt his erection on her hips. She leaned in, her lips brushing against his skin, and pulled him back to her.

The room around them faded into the background, leaving only the two of them, lost in a sea of desire. Lucien's hands slid down her back, his fingers tracing the curve of her spine. He pulled her closer, his body pressing against hers as Maddie felt herself getting lost in the overwhelming sensation.

As they continued to kiss, Lucien hands reached the sides of her clothes and cupped her breast eliciting a moan from Maddie.

Maddie felt herself growing more aroused and surrendered herself to his passionate touch. She pulled him closer, his lips brushing against her nipples, and she moaned loudly not giving a care about anything else.

Edging him on, she pulled down his pants and grabbed him in her hands, begging him to claim her.

Without hesitation, Lucien did that.

The room was filled with the sounds of their passion, their moans and gasps of pleasure echoing through the air.

~~~~~

Maddie had no idea how long she had been asleep, but she felt sore and parched, her lips and throat dry and tender. She looked around, taking in her surroundings and realized she was still in Lucien’s bedroom. Next to her, Lucien lay quietly, his chest rising and falling with each steady breath.

The fear that had momentarily subsided suddenly crept up within Maddie as she looked at her… mate?

He was Alpha Lucien, a ruthless and cruel leader, and she had deceived him into sleeping with her, or so she thought.

She had pretended to be a serving lady, and if she remained in his room, he would likely wake up and discover her true identity, putting her life in danger..

Maddie’s heart began to race with anticipation and fear. She carefully got out of bed, her legs aching, and slowly got dressed, trying not to make a sound.

Tiptoeing towards the door, she quietly opened it and slipped out into the hallway.

Without hesitation, Maddie took off in a sprint, not daring to look back. As fast as her legs could carry her, she fled from Vulkar pack and the Alpha who had claimed her.

She transformed into her wolf form, her paws pounding the earth, pushing her further and deeper into the dense forest, vowing to never return.

~~~~~

Lucien woke up feeling way better and refreshed than he had in a long time. He sniffed the air, and her scent filled his senses, arousing and awakening him.

He felt a sense of completeness and satisfaction that he couldn’t quite put into words, but as he looked around, he realized that she was nowhere to be seen.

“Maddie?” Lucien's deep voice boomed through the empty room. He had heard his mate say her name which was now etched in his memory.

Lucien got up and searched the large room, calling out her name as he walked into the closet and bathroom, but was met with an unsettling silence.

Storming out of his room, Lucien's voice thundered through the hallway as he called out, “Maddie! Where is she?!”

One of his guards rushed towards him, a look of concern etched on his face as he tried to determine what was wrong.

“Find her, now!” Lucien barked at him.

“Yes, Alpha,” the guard replied, looking shocked and confused. “But who are we looking for?” He asked.

Lucien’s anger surged as he realized his mate was nowhere to be found, and her scent was rapidly fading. “You fool!” Lucien growled, his voice low and menacing, “The maiden who was in my room - Find her and bring her to me, immediately!”

The guard bowed his head and quickly departed to relay the order to the other guards.

Lucien walked back into his room, gathered his clothes and quickly dressed. Lucien’s Beta, Aiden, approached him looking concerned, “What is going on Lucien? The Guards are frantic.” He asked.

Lucien ran his fingers into his hair, feeling his frustration and anxiety build to a boiling point. “Aiden, she was here - My mate.” Lucien said, his voice low and urgent. “I need to find her. She’s gone and I can feel it!” He growled.

Aiden looked shocked but composed himself, “Alpha, You need to calm down. She is just one person and we will be found soon. Remember the daughter of Crimson Pack Alpha, Aurora, is arriving soon. We need to make sure everything is in order to welcome her properly.” He said.

Aurora was the daughter of Crimson Packs’s Alpha, a new ally pack that had pledged its loyalty and services to the king. The Alpha had given his daughter as a symbol of strong bond and trust between their packs. Lucien had raised no objections, and Aurora was to arrive today. She was a skilled warrior, one of the strongest Lucien had ever faced in battle, and had sworn to fight on behalf of the Vulkar Pack.

Lucien looked up at his Beta, his expression unreadable, “I don’t care about that right now, Aiden, I need to find my mate.” His voice dropped, as he gave his Beta a piercing gaze.

Aiden bowed his head, his voice submissive. “Yes, Alpha,” he replied.