“Brother, Let’s go back to the house first.”I mumbled in a weak voice, looking at the dense forest ahead of us where Lucas disappeared. The situation was messier than I expected. Eden blamed Lucas for taking advantage of me and forcing himself on me.Though Lucas was calm at that time and didn’t protect much, he left our house within half an hour without informing anyone. Before leaving, he only sent a message to me through a guard. A small note was neatly written on a tiny piece of page.‘I am looking forward to seeing you again, Eliza. It seems like I am addicted to you already.’Eden didn’t ask me any more questions.After returning to the pack house, he only ordered Lean to help me to clean up as he waited for me patiently in the hall.~~~(1 Hour Later, in the vast hall of the Golden Heart pack)After a nice and warm bath, I was feeling quite better. The fatigue and headache both faded away though I was still feeling a bit feverish. When I reached the hall along with Lean, I fou
“No, I wasn’t sure, M’lady but I had a hunch of it when I saw the lines of your palm for the first time. Didn’t I warn you already about the upcoming storm?”Aldus answered in his grave voice while approaching me. He was walking through that blue mist, looking like a shadow made of smoke. However, he greeted us, bowing to us deeply and signaling us to come inside. Eden looked extremely cautious as he closed the door behind us and followed Aldus along with me.Nodding my head, I answered promptly, “Yes, you warned me but what kind of storm is this! Last night while hunting, I was chased by a group of Lycans and I got to know later that I have an intoxicatingly sweet scent which can attract any male Lycans. Is it really true? I thought that Lycans can’t endure the strong scent of any werewolf. How am I exceptional? Is something wrong with me?”“Calm down, M’lady.”Sighing, Aldus asked me to sit down in front of him as he began explaining, “M’lady, you are indeed exceptional but nothing
(A week later, training arena of the Golden Heart Pack)“Eli, Focus! What the hell are you doing?”Eden commanded in a serious tone as he attacked me more fiercely. I was already tired after training for so long. Drops of sweats formed on my forehead as my ragged breathings were echoing in the empty and vast hall. I still swung my spear while taking a huge leap backward. I was trying my best to defend myself from his sharp and attacking moves.However, it annoyed Eden more and his attacks became more furious. While approaching me, he commanded again in a grave voice, “Don’t try to block my attacks only. You need to attack me and defeat me or the fight will go on for eternity.”“Defeat you? Is that even possible in this lifetime?” I asked in a breathy tone as I smoothly dodged his attack, leaping behind him. I tried to attack Eden from behind but his movements were as fast as the lightning. He swiftly blocked my attack as he suggested, “You need to attack faster than this, Eli.”I was
(POV of Young Eliza Claire Gold, Late at night)“Jeez! It is so cold tonight.”Wrapping my arms around my body, I whispered in a low voice as I turned my head in the direction of the empty and dark lawn. There was barely any guard on patrol on that side of the pack house. I was waiting for Lean, standing near the sixth gate of our pack house. The half moon of late night was almost above my head but the moonlight was quite dim that night. It was feeling like an enigmatic veil, wrapping everything under its charm. The faint scent of the wild flowers were lingering in the air. For a moment, I thought that it wasn’t a good idea to sneak out like that from the house. Last time, I caused a lot of trouble for Eden. However, I was bored of staying inside for so long; I started to feel suffocated as if I was trapped in a golden cage.Even if it was for my sake, for my safety, I was feeling like someone tied my ankles with an unbreakable silver chain. My wolf was feeling restless nowadays, esp
POV of Young Keir Walker)(In the Night Walker Clan house, after Lunch)“Shit! Why the hell are you distracting me, Kyrell!”I growled furiously, turning my head in Kyrell’s direction. Raising my gun once again, I aimed at a vulture, flying afar as I asked, “What happened? Why are you sulking early in the morning?”While rubbing his temples, Kyrell approached me, “Brother, it is not morning anymore. How long are you planning to play with your silly toys here?”I noticed his annoyed and worried tone. I couldn’t focus on my hunting anymore. Placing my heavy shotgun on my shoulder, I asked curiously, turning to him, “Ky, has anything happened? You look worried. Is that Eden causing us trouble?”I thought for a moment as I added, “But, we had a peaceful conversation last night though I can still feel that guy’s hatred towards me.”Sighing loudly, Kyrell explained the situation at last, “No, they have already left.”“Why? They were supposed to stay here tonight also. Didn’t they want to me
(In the Evening, Bois De Resort of Mikasha Organization)“Bro, I sent Dev two hours ago. Has he contacted you yet?”Kyrell asked casually, leaning against the back seat of the car. I was scrolling my phone, sitting next to him. We both were formally dressed in our black tuxedos as our driver stopped the car near the Bois De Resort. It was one of the most expensive resorts in that town. Guards and staff were standing in a queue near the entrance to welcome the guests.The bright and elegant attires of the guests were screaming about their high status and wealth. While getting down from the car, I answered briefly, curling my lips in a plastic and formal smirk, “No, I am still waiting for his call.”Sighing, Kyrell suggested in a low whisper, “Let’s finish our work here and then, we can go there together.”I couldn’t help but chuckle softly. Turning to him, I assured him, “Ky, are you worried for me?”“Yes? For her also,” Kyrell whispered in a serious tone.The vast auction hall was
(POV OF Young Eliza Claire)“Ugh! This place is so noisy!”While rubbing my forehead, I tried to open my eyes. But, even after opening my eyes, I only found myself in the dark. The darkness was impenetrable as if I was still closing my eyes, lost in the world of my dreams. My head was thumbing as a sweet scent was lingering in the warm air around me. At first, my whole body felt numb; I could barely feel my legs. Slowly, I realised that I must be dreaming.I could still hear the cheerful voice of that magician along with the clapping of that excited crowd. But, he wasn’t chanting any silly and playful words anymore. It seemed like he was declaring something.“Mmh!”While trying to get up, I mumbled in a low and muffled voice, “W-what is he saying? Why am I still-”My puzzled thoughts were interrupted suddenly. A gush of sudden and bright light blinded my vision, wiping away all the darkness abruptly. I heard the sound of spraying something as a few drops of some fragrant liquid spark
“I am so glad to see you again.”I mumbled in relief. Tears were rolling down from my eyes constantly.Closing my eyes, I buried my face against his chest. His manly body odor mixed with a faint sweet scent of his perfume. It was such an alluring scent that my nerves and rapid heartbeats began to calm down again.I could hear the voice of the host and a few other people who tried to stop him. The host stated hastily, approaching us, “Mister Walker, you can’t take her with you like that. Please follow the protocol.”Glaring at him, Keir growled furiously, “Protocol? What kind of protocol do I need to follow now to stop this shameless act?”Kyrell hastily interrupted them, trying to calm down Keir, “Brother, we can’t really interrupt the auction or Father will be very angry with you. It will spoil our relationship with the Mikasha organisation too.”The host suggested in a timid voice, “Mister Walker, if you like that maid, you can buy her. You just have to-”Keir’s voice was trembling
[POV of Eliza Claire Gold](The Main Building of the Night Walker Clan)“Happy Birthday, Mr.”I whispered shyly, passing him the wrapped gift box, “I am so sorry for my ignorance. I should have known-”“Shh!”Pressing his finger gently to my lips, Keir whispered with that signature, charming smile of his, “Sorry is the last thing I want to hear from you tonight. Can I ask you something?”Curious, I nodded. “Yes?”“Will you stay with me tonight?”Before I could respond, his strong arm wrapped around my waist, pulling me closer. His emerald eyes locked with mine, and he whispered, his voice soft and warm, “Can I have you as my special gift, M’lady?”Even though I’d shared moments like this with Keir before, his words always made my heart race uncontrollably. His intense gaze was almost too much to bear. My cheeks burned with a blush I couldn’t hide, and I bit my lower lip shyly before nodding.“You can,” I replied softly, barely meeting his eyes. “It’s your birthday, after all. I should
(POV of Eliza Claire Gold)(One month later)“It’s so sunny today!”I dropped onto the cozy couch on the balcony of the little cottage nestled in the forest. Sweat trickled down my forehead, and my breath was uneven after a 10km run. Hearing footsteps behind me, I turned sharply, startled.“Sasha! When did you get here?” I asked, my face lighting up with a bright smile.Sasha sank onto the couch beside me, holding a cup of coffee. “I’ve been waiting for you for fifteen minutes. Where on earth were you so early in the morning?”“Oh, I was just bored staying inside,” I replied casually. Smiling brightly, I added, “Why don’t you stay with me today? I’ve been so lonely lately that I ended up teaching myself how to cook.”Laughing, Sasha raised an eyebrow. “Were those dishes even edible?”“Of course!” I said, puffing up my chest proudly. “Aunt Merry even complimented my cooking. I could cook lunch for you today if you want!”Throwing her hands up in surrender, Sasha exclaimed, “No way! We’r
“You can moan louder!”Passion coursed through me, igniting every nerve as I trembled under the intensity of his playful tongue. My voice wavered, barely a whisper. "Keir... it feels so-"Before I could finish, his fingers gently pressed against my lips, silencing me as they slid inside. The warmth of my breath mingled with the slickness of his touch, heightening the tension between us.My body arched instinctively, every muscle tightening as waves of pleasure crashed over me. A soft cry escaped my lips, and when I met his gaze, the satisfied curve of his smile sent another jolt through me.Keir leaned down, his lips capturing mine with a fiery hunger. "Don't give in so soon, Eliza," he murmured against my mouth, his voice low and commanding. "We've only just begun.”My breath came in quick, shallow bursts as the heat between us grew unbearable. His body pressed closer, the firm evidence of his desire teasing me, brushing against the dampness he'd already claimed. The anticipation was
(POV of Young Eliza Claire Gold)I somehow managed to stammer, "Y-You already have a mate! H-How can I-"Keir's arms tightened around me, his lips brushing against my ear as he whispered, "Yes, I do. I found out my mate is my childhood friend-but none of that matters because my Lycan craves you, Eliza. You, more than anyone, more than her, more than fate itself.""Oh."I tilted my face toward him, raising a brow. "So, you want me because your Lycan desires me, is that it?"Keir chuckled low, a sound that sent a shiver down my spine. Before I could react, he spun me to face him. His hands gripped my waist firmly, pulling me closer until there was no space between us. His voice was low,deliberate. "No, Princess. I want you because I love you. I care for you. You're mine-not because of my Lycan, but because I choose you. I've always chosen you before everyone."My heart pounded so loudly I was sure he could hear it. His intense gaze locked onto mine, his breathing ragged. I could feel his
POV of Young Eliza Claire"Keir? Where are we going?"I asked, my voice filled with curiosity as I looked around the unfamiliar path. Instead of heading back to the Night Walker Clan house, the car sped deeper into the forest of the Night Walker Territory.Without glancing at me, Keir smirked mysteriously and replied, "You'll find out soon, Firefly. Are you sleepy?"It was close to midnight, but sleep was the last thing on my mind. Keir's presence had stolen any trace of tiredness. My heart fluttered restlessly as my eyes kept drifting to his sharp, handsome features. His charming smile lingered on his lips, and in the soft glow of the moonlight, he looked like a perfect sculpture carved out of stone.Sensing my gaze on him, he suggested, “Take a nap if you want. I’ll wake you up when we get there.”“Umm, no, it’s fine,” I murmured, smiling shyly at him. “I can stay up all night if you—”“If I ask? Would you really do whatever I ask?” Keir teased, his tone playful.Shaking my head, I
POV of Young Eliza Claire Gold“It’s getting late. I think I should leave now,” Eden said, glancing at his watch. I sat besidehim, with Sasha on his other side. Keir and Kyrell were seated next to me.Dave, the host of the party, had stepped out for a moment to greet some VIP guests. The party downstairs on the ground floor was lively, but Keir had arranged a quiet meeting with Eden on the second floor of Dave’s resort to keep things private from the Lycans’ Kingdom.It wasn’t safe for me to leave the Lycans’ Kingdom to meet Eden, so they invited him here. Dave, Keir’s childhood best friend, was helping us in every possible way. At first, I had found Dave a bit strange, but he turned out to be the most welcoming host I’d ever met.I tugged on Eden’s sleeve and looked up at him with pleading eyes. “When will you come to see me again, Brother?”Eden gently patted my head, his voice kind. “Very soon, Eli. I promise.”The thoughts of parting away from him was tormenting me from within. I
"I was extremely busy, as you know," Keir said in a friendly tone, shrugging his shoulders. The young, cheerful guy with gray hair and a delicate, slender build quickly dismissed his other guests.As Keir approached, the other guy leaped forward, wrapping him in a tight hug. "Buddy! I’m so happy to see you! I feel like I’m going to cry. I thought you’d forgotten me already."Struggling to free himself from the guy’s grip, Keir groaned in annoyance. "I wish I could forget you. Why on earth did I even think of coming to your party?""Because you desperately needed my help and were practically begging for it," the guy replied without letting go of him.Leaning against the doorframe, Kyrell watched the scene with a wide grin, clearly enjoying Keir's irritated expression like it was the most entertaining thing he’d seen all day. I turned to Sasha, confused. She leaned closer to whisper, “They’re childhood friends, and he’s—”"My God! Who is this gorgeous lady?"Interrupting her, the cheerf
“K-Keir!”My voice rose in surprise as I stared wordlessly at him, my heart was pounding rapidly. The glimmer in his emerald eyes sparkled like precious gems, stirring a whirlwind of emotions within me. I had missed him terribly, craving his presence during that long, lonely week. And now, as I finally stood before him, I could only gasp in astonishment.His gaze met my questioning eyes, and he gently took my hand in his. In his deep, teasing voice, he asked, “So? Did you miss me, Firefly?”A shy smile tugged at my lips, and warmth crept into my cheeks. Tucking a strand of my carefully styled hair behind my ear, I rolled my eyes and replied, “Humph! Why would I miss you?”Keir raised an eyebrow and pulled me a little closer, his tall figure leaning casually against the car. “You don’t look like someone who didn’t miss me,” he said, his tone playful. “Aren’t you happy to see me?”I looked up at him and replied quickly, “When did I say I wasn’t?”“Ah, so you’re so happy to see me that y
“Hello, I can’t return tonight. Don’t wait for me.”Keir’s call that night caught me off guard. He wasn’t coming back, and I didn’t see him for the next six days. The silence in his cottage felt oppressive at times, even though my life there was comfortable. I had everything I could need—both luxuries and necessities.Two maids were always around, taking care of me, and I was free to move about. I could go to the training ground to practice or stroll in the gardens whenever I wanted. Sasha visited me almost every day, and we spent hours chatting. Sometimes, she even took me to cozy little cafés within the inner territory. In just one week, we became close friends.Eden and I talked daily using Sasha’s phone. From her, I learned that both Kyrell and Keir had gone on a confidential mission, and it might take some time before they returned. Despite the comforts around me, I felt like I was living a secluded life.---(A week later, at Keir’s private training ground)“Afternoon, Eliza.”S