Riley's Pov Was I born cursed? Why do I have to go through all these? Luckily, I was scared by a man whose face I couldn't see clearly because my view became blurry, but I could perceive his scent from a distance. It was so strong and comforting. His scent brought comfort and an assurance that I was safe, but then I blacked out and only woke up when I felt a strong hand on my face. Mother didn't stop there; she continued hitting me, telling me how much trouble I had caused her. how much trouble I have just caused her family. She wanted me gone. I remembered every word she said. Like she has always told me, she picked me up as a baby by the lake. My parents left me because I was bad luck for them. She kicked me and hit me without minding the pain I was going through or if I died at all. It hurt so much. I want all these to end. I am tired of this all. She left the house in a hurry, giving me some time to nurse my pain and the fresh wounds she just gave me with her whip. After some
Chapter sixteen Riley's pov I couldn't open my eyes, nor could I say anything, but I could hear what was happening around me, even though it was faint and distant. The blood on my body had dried up. No one bothered to check on me. They all want me dead. Anyway, I am just a mere servant. They could get another one immediately if they desired. That is how worthless I am most of the time. I heard the door open and their footsteps. not belonging to just one person, but three. The footsteps got closer and closer until they were right before me. Two of them picked me up from the ground and took me out of the room. I had no idea where they were taking me, too. They pushed me in what I think is a carriage because of the wooden floor. and how small it was. "We will be leaving immediately." "I hope the boat is ready," said that familiar voice. It was so familiar. It belongs to Bruce, right? That was Bruce's voice. What was he doing? Where is he taking me too? What is going on? "Okay bo
Chapter seventeenDarius's pov That feeling.... That feeling. It gave me an extreme pleasure I had never felt before. It took me to a height of ecstasy I had never experienced. I moved away and watched as the mark I gave her on her neck slowly closed up, creating a scar. I swallowed hard and rubbed the back of my neck. I made her mine already. I have marked her.I stood up and moved a few steps back. I had no choice. Yes, I really had no choice. Slowly, I watched as the bruises on her body closed up, but not without a scream from her. As long as we are mates, our bites can heal each other. People call it the power of love, but love is crazy. It can't be because of love. It just happens. In no time, she was able to move again, but she was still on the floor, breathing heavily. "You are okay now; we need to leave." I told her. Riley's Pov I stood up, feeling a bit relived from my pain, even though not completely. My legs were still weak, but I managed to He turned and faced th
Darius pov "What?" she asked. What was she thinking? That I like her, or what? I am an Alpha, not just any wolf. "But... you marked me," she said, coming closer to me. I shouldn't have. Why did I rescue her? I should have just let her be taken by those guys and not marked her. What was I thinking? "That was all a mistake," I replied coldly. She is getting ideas, which she shouldn't.I could see the shock in her eyes. She was shocked and terrified at the same time. Well, she should. "But this is sacred." It isn't a mistake. You indeed marked me. "You are my mate." I laughed out sardonically. "I did mark you, but it's not because I want you or anything." I don't at all. "You are not the kind of woman I want." "I am really unfortunate to have you as a mate." "What... what do you mean by that?" She asked with disbelief in her eyes. "You can only mark me if you are mated to me, and that means I am the kind of woman..." I raised a finger, stopping her from speaking any further. "Yo
Chapter nineteen Riley's Pov A lie? No, it can't be. He is telling a lie now, rather. He told me I was his mate. He accepted that, and when I asked about us getting married, he agreed to it. What did he lie about? "What are you talking about?" "What did you lie about?" I asked, trying to get what he said completely into my head. Maybe he was talking about something else and not the part about me being his mate. He laughed, shaking his head. "I lied about everything." I mean, you just found out that I am an Alpha, and you should know better that I deserve a worthy Luna and not some servant who hasn't seen or gotten a pinch of brilliance to rule with me. "This whole thing between us is just a mistake and nothing more," he replied, staring at me. The way he stared at me with those cold eyes Those eyes I admired a few moments ago now look so scary that they've sent a shiver through my body. I felt chills all over me as those words he said resounded in my ears. I went dumb for a whil
Chapter twenty Matilda's Pov I walked closer to them and noticed the shock on their faces. There was talk about a mate, of whom I am sure she is my son. Some servants were talking about a girl he brought in, and I am expecting him to bring in his mate. He promised me. "Where is your mate?" "Since you are back early, that means your mission to find your mate is complete, right?" "Hey mother," he said, standing and walking up to me. "How have you been?" he asked, hugging me. "I am fine." I am in the palace, remember? I have a lot of people taking care of me. So now, where is your mate? I want to see her." "Mother, I just got back." "You should ask about my journey first." What is he trying to do? Or didn't he bring in his mate? He should bring her to me immediately, but he is trying to divert my attention. "You can tell me that when I see my daughter-in-law." The smile on his face was slowly replaced with a frown. He looked down and sighed. "I got a mate." The smile on my fac
Chapter twenty-one Darius's Pov Lita in my mother’s room? I frowned and left the room. "What is going on here?" Lita stood up and smiled at me. "Hey." Is she this shameless? I had always thought she was the best at everything, but not so intelligent, I see. Meeting my mother to talk about what? a way to get me back even though I told her I was going to search for my mate, and obviously, I am back with my mate. "I asked what you were doing here." I asked again, this time with a raised voice. "Son, calm down. She just came to see me. You don't have to get all worked up." "Mother, I told you I would be bringing in my mate soon, and you still let her in?”"Ouch, that hurts." "I am not your enemy, you know." Lita replied, feigning anger. The more I see her and her motives, the more irritated I am with her true self. What is she trying to do? get my mother’s attention all to herself so that it would be hard for me to forget about her? That is one of her strategies. "You are not we
Chapter twenty-twoRiley's Pov It was getting dark. The sun was setting. I have been in the room for hours, and I don’t even know the time. My stomach grumbled, reminding me of how hungry I am. I haven’t eaten since this morning. I tried standing up but fell back because I was darn weak. Does he hate me this much that he wouldn’t give me something to eat? At least I get to eat in Madam’s room. He should have just let me be, but he brought me to his palace to make me suffer.The door opened, and a woman walked in with a tray of food. Seeing that, I swallowed hard, my eyes fixed on the plate of food. She locked the door behind her and brought the food to me.“Eat this; you have a lot of work to do.” She said. Work? I am in no position for any work right now.The aroma of roasted chicken hit my nose, making me forget about work—like I just thought about it a few minutes ago. I closed my eyes and inhaled deeply, filling my nose with the sweet aroma.I opened my eyes when I heard the do