Whoever Lady Maureen was, she made me panic because of what Marcus had said to me. I never thought there was anything worse than Sarah. However, I didn't want to judge someone as long as I didn't see her because I only heard one comment about her.I wasn't the type who would easily believe me as long as I didn't see the reason why I should avoid that person. If Lady Maureen was on her way in the pack, she might be here today.I didn't know why she was out of the pack, and it was Sarah who had been acting like a queen when King Edward brought me into his pack. I needed to investigate the facts because I had a feeling there might be a war between them. I didn't like to be their middle lady because I wasn't desperate to be the Lycan Queen.“Sarah is pathetic. She's losing her credibility if she does not stop attacking Ashianna.”I halted munching my food when I heard the concubines mention me. I acted like I was focusing on eating, but I couldn't stop eavesdropping on their conversation.
“Welcome back, Lady Maureen. We are pleased to see you after your long vacation.”The concubines were called to line up so we could greet the young lady Maureen. I was bowing my head, trying to stop myself from looking in her direction. I heard her giggle elegantly. Her voice was sweet and calming. She might have had an innocent face like what Sarah had.“Your Majesty, we're happy to see you with Lady Maureen. It seems you fetch her at the entrance of the pack.”My heart instantly skipped when I heard them talking with King Edward. I felt I was alone, no one wanted to talk with me and they were having a good time without me.“King Edward is only a gentleman. He doesn't want me to enter the pack without him. He's a nice man.” Lady Maureen said. The way she mentioned King Edward was filled with hope and love. I heard them chuckle in their response.I was almost out of breath when she halted in front of me. I saw the silver silk of her dress, which made me almost gripped my dress in nerv
“Y-You...” her lips trembled as she uttered that word. She was having difficulty breathing after she heard my response to her. Lady Maureen was like Sarah because they were one of the respected women in the harem, they wouldn't think twice but use it to fulfill their agenda.“What do you say? It seems my ears aren't perfectly working,” she added.I plastered a grin on my lips, my eyes became sharp and cunning when I looked at her straight in her eyes. If she thought I wouldn't fight with her because she was a Lycan, she mistakenly assumed that. “Lady Maureen, I don't think there's something wrong with your ears. You already heard me, so what's the purpose for me to repeat what I have told you?”“Bitch, what makes you think you are higher than me? Are you bitter because he forgets you are waiting for him?” she sounded with mockery. ”Lady Maureen, I don't think I'm bitter because I'm only stating a fact. Oh...” I paused with a smile on my lips. “It seems King Edward has treating you t
“What do you mean? You're a daughter of an Alpha---”“I'm not like you, Sarah. We both have a different fate. You're lucky to have a father who will pamper you whatever you want. It means you never experienced being famished or brutally in pain because of his love for you.” My tone became serious. I looked away when I noticed how her lips parted in disbelief. I faked my laugh, trying to cover the pain that was about to burst out. She glanced away, cleared her throat, and then took the cup from my hand. I saw how she blinked her eyes as her forehead creased as if she were fighting with her wolf.“You're right, I never experienced those things. However, being pampered by my father doesn't mean I'm living an extravagant life. What makes you think I'm here?” she started talking. She seemed severe; her eyes were bloodshot. “Being with King Edward will give him assurance and power. That's why most of the Alpha's daughters are here. They are traded for the sake of having a powerful position
Sarah had a point. I wouldn't think she was trying to manipulate me. She only said what she was thinking that night. It was strange to agree with her because we used to fight each other, and hated each other. It seemed like we were not crazy bitches who came back to their sanities.That night was different because of the peace between us. I stared at the ceiling as my body was lying on the bed. I didn't want to think about what Sarah had said but I couldn't stop my mind from thinking about it.I recall I asked my mother about it but she denied I was adopted. I didn't know what I would believe in but the feeling I might be not his true daughter had a great impact on me.‘Alice, do you think I'm his daughter? What do you think about what Sarah has said?’I couldn't stop myself from asking Alice. She might know if I was adopted or not. I was waiting for her response but she didn't say anything but gave me a silent treatment. My wolf was heartless, I couldn't stop myself from overthinking
I couldn't stop myself from feeling guilty because King Edward forced himself to leave me in my room. I was scared that he might know what was the unnamed emotion in my chest. This feeling was illegal and it was like the loophole for my revenge plans on Alpha James and to my family.I grasped my dress, trying to calm myself. I overreacted but King Edward didn't say anything but obey what I wanted. He was like a child who was scolded by his mother.I thought he would use his authoritative tone so I would obey whatever he wanted. I thought he would force me to sleep with him despite the scent Lady Maureen had on him. There was a strange emotion in his eyes, shocked to witness how I reacted that way. I used to be calm and didn't bother to fight back but because of him, it seemed my confidence was molded.“Oh, do you hear what happened? It's Lady Maureen who slept with King Edward last night. I feel bad for Ashianna.” I heard the other concubines gossip about me. My expression turned sour
I heard the shout coming from the concubines as they tried to stop Lady Maureen from attacking me. I didn't flinch but looked at her in her eyes when she almost slapped my cheek. She gasped and stepped back. I noticed the fear in her eyes. “We are both a damn slut, Lady Maureen. You aren’t different from me because we are whores of King Edward. You don’t have the right to act like you’re higher than me. I’m not accusing you; it’s King Edward who went to my room and told me everything.” I gritted my teeth with so much anger. I tilted my head and proudly glared at her when I stepped forward closer to him. “We can directly ask King Edward if you want to know if he’s the one who tells me that," I added. Her nostrils almost flared when she heard what I said to her. She began to pant; anxiety was evident on her face. I saw how the Omega looked at me with discomfort. “You’re a story maker. I don’t see any reason why King Edward would go to your room to explain why he can’t sleep with you.
“Y-You...” King Edward couldn't utter his words when I bowed in front of him. His eyes glistened because of his fury toward me. My heart skipped when he growled as I looked at him in the eyes.”Your Majesty...” I whispered, acting as if I wasn't affected whenever he was growling like he was ready to attack me. My chest moved as I sighed to get some air because of how anxious I was.What I planned was like a suicide stunt. King Edward always treated me better than the other concubines, and I needed to use it as an advantage to get what I wanted.It was Lady Maureen who provoked me. I wanted to slap her with the truth that it was King Edward who told me what happened that day. And I knew she wanted him to say it in front of the concubines if I was telling the truth. The issue was totally small, but because of me, I would ensure she would regret insulting and humiliating me in front of anyone. My eyes glistened with tears, leaving him stunned for a moment.He closed his eyes, trying to c
"Leo, where are you going? Is it true you asked Harvey to handle your pack?" I asked when he visited me in the pack. My baby belly was obvious, which stunned him because he didn't know I was pregnant when I started preparing my plans to assassinate Gunner and Alpha James. Unfortunately, I didn't know what happened because King Edward didn't bother to tell me what happened to them.After the wedding, I discovered Alpha James successfully escaped the dungeon, which Felicia was investigating for two months, yet we didn't get any leads on the investigation. I speculated that King Edward might know what happened, but he didn't want to tell me because I was pregnant."Yes, I want to do my father's duties for my children. You know I don't see them after Gunner almost killed my mate." Leo answered."What happened to Gunner? I don't understand how he's missing because he's known in every land." I asked, hoping he would tell me the truth. Leo shrugged his shoulders and said he wasn't worried abo
King Edward's POV"Your Majesty, we already stole their bodies." Ashton rushed towards me and announced. He seemed excited about what was about to happen. He gave me blood that had a blood sample of Ashra and her mate."What about her baby? I don't want to harm the innocent." I took the blood sample from his hand and checked it. Ashra's blood was everything we needed to manipulate Alpha James so he would get madder at Gunner."You don't need to worry about the baby because I assigned someone to take care of her. I know you don't want the baby to get hurt." Ashton replied, assuring me, so I nodded my head."Ashton, I trust you with this one. I know you won't lose this opportunity since I will give you her locations, right?""Of course, I won't waste this chance, Your Majesty." Ashton sounded annoyed but grinned at me when he noticed I was deadly glaring at him. If he wasn't my nephew, he might not have his head because of his tone.He bowed his head and said goodbye before rushing out o
"Get off me! I don't do anything wrong to Ashra!" Alpha James shrieked with anger when the guards pushed him inside the cell. His eyes were glowing, confused about why he suddenly got arrested. Clenching his jaw, he gave Gunner a nasty look before he looked at me. "Ashianna, you know I don't do anything wrong here! I'm innocent!""Alpha James, you have the right to remain silent as long as the investigation is in process. We've done our best to give you a fair investigation. You don't need to worry because I'm the one who's searching for the lead." Miguel declared. He started writing in his notebook before he gazed at Gunner."Alpha Ashianna, I know you and Alpha Gunner are supposed to get married, but he's not allowed to stay here. You're the only one we need here to witness whatever Alpha James will answer to our interrogations." Miguel added. His tone seemed severe, causing Gunner to clench his teeth before he nodded his head."Alright, I will wait for you outside." Gunner hugged me
"Did you enjoy being with Gunner?" King Edward asked, wrapping his hand around me for a hug. I couldn't help but laugh when I noticed that his tone had changed. He looked like he was attempting to stop himself, like a jealous husband to Gunner."Your Majesty, I did everything you asked me to do tonight, but you're still mad at me." I teased while I was playing with his nipple. He grunted, pulling my hand away from his nipple, but I was stubborn."It's better if you stop playing with my nipple, because my dick will get hard again." King Edward posed a threat to me. He leaned closer to me, sniffed my scent, and kissed my neck. I noticed that he liked to smell my fragrance whenever he was with me."I don't mind if your cock gets hard. I'm still with you." I murmured in a luring tone. My eyes were filled with lust and desire for him. He swallowed hard without avoiding my gaze before he uttered profanities."Is this your way to control me, Ashianna?""What did you mean, Your Majesty? I don'
“Wait.” I paused before I glanced at him skeptically. Gunner was taken aback when he slipped the information to me. “How did you know she has a daughter? I thought you stopped investigating King Edward after what he had done to me.” “Sarah was pregnant when you left, right? I heard she has a daughter coming from Harvey's lips. He's the one who brought the news to me.” Gunner replied. The intense emotions in his eyes faded in seconds before he took a deep breath and gently caressed my palm. Harvey? I couldn't understand why Harvey would bring the news to him. Harvey didn't tell me about his interaction with Gunner, but I was sure I trusted him a lot. “I don't know why you always interact with Harvey. I thought you both weren't close enough.” I whispered, confused, When was the last time they had seen each other? Gunner burst into laughter before he shook his head. “You're right. I don't understand why he informed me about Sarah. I told him to tell Sarah that I congratulated her for
“Alpha Ashianna,” Leo called me. His eyes filled with severity when he bowed his head to me. I didn't leave my gaze on him, especially when he ushered me inside. “Gunner is patiently waiting for you.” “Leo…” I muttered. He stopped walking, took a deep breath, and gave me a look. “I know you don't want your brother to get hurt, right? I'm aware of how you love him.” “Why are you telling me this, Alpha Ashianna?” Leo asked. “If Gunner is breathing with the same oxygen as mine, do you think I will have some peace?” I inquired again. I took two steps before I stopped in front of him. I didn't want to pressure him. I understood why he didn't want to do what I asked him. Still, they were connected by the same flesh and blood, but I didn't think Leo was a saint. He loved Gunner so much as his brother that he forgot himself, but Ashton and Felicia already knew his weakness. Gunner didn't want Leo to leave him. He also subjected Leo to harsh treatment. “I don't understand, Alpha Ashianna.
Stunned by what she had said, I couldn't believe that Wayne's family was dead. I didn't know if they were part of his evil plans against me, but the thought that they were innocent made me want to fall to the floor. Felicia took a deep breath before she said, “The warriors don't have the chance but to kill them. I know it's really upsetting, but if you will always let your guilt consume you, possibly you might create the next monster who will hurt your children.” My eyes flickered because she was right. It was part of the rules that I needed to wipe out every family member, even though they were babies, to prevent myself from having an enemy. My heart ached when I realized what happened to King Edward and Gunner. Possibly, he used his heart not to kill Gunner, even though he needed to kill him. Gunner ended up having resentment toward him. He could not stop himself from planning against King Edward, causing him to enter his pack. I swallowed hard as I was trying to remove the pain
“Alpha Ashianna, I hope the plans will work. Adeline has started rescuing your father on her mother's land. She's with warriors, so I think she will successfully do her work properly. She feels obligated to do it because you have done good for her.” Felicia said. My eyes flickered when I remembered how Adeline planned everything so well. She asked me if it was alright for me if she would kill her mother and her siblings as well. I didn't know how she got the courage to fight against them, but what I observed was that the moment I gave her the land, she finally had the boldness to fight back against them. I didn't know if her mother was the owner of the land, or maybe she finally got rid of the traitors in her group. “I want to make sure she's fine. Adeline might act like a tough woman, but she's fragile. I know she's trying to do everything just to help me.” I murmured as I felt bad for Adeline. I didn't have plans to use her because I didn't want to do it. The sins of her mother
“Alpha James, is he telling the truth?” I asked him before I heard him utter profanity. His breathing became heavy before he gave me a nasty gaze. His reaction gave me satisfaction as he acted like he didn't want to admit Gunner was telling the truth. He seemed to have such resentment for Gunner that he wanted to attack him whenever he had a chance. Alpha James' annoyed expression gave me happiness in my heart since I realized I had successfully made them fight with each other. “Alpha Ashianna, it's better if you will hear me out. It's not what you think it is.” Alpha James sounded like he was trying to do everything, as long as I was willing to listen to him. “You better start explaining, because I don't think I can give you another chance after this. I choose you over Alpha Gunner because of the matebond.” I angrily snarled. I was slapping him with the fact that they were rivals just to have the Alpha King's position, so they wouldn't ever team up against me. What I wanted Al