Laura's POV
“Don’t turn” I shouted but it was too late as he had already turned.My gosh!!
Instead of shielding my head from slamming on the tiles of the restroom, my hands reach for the blanket to try cover up my nakedness. I don't get to the either of the two, but, as I fell back, a strong arm wrapped around my waist, preventing me from falling.
I looked up to see him holding me, but his eyes were closed.
He's staring at me, but not staring at me and I wonder how he was able to do that. I
"I'm gonna let you go right now-" He said and I nod.
"Can you stand on your two feet without tripping again?" He asked.
I blushed red immediately, I have no idea why. "Yes" I muttered.
"Good." He said, raising me up. His arm is still on my waist as he steadied me.
When he lets go of me, I frown in sadness, missing the feel of his arm on me. Did I mention I was stark naked when he caught me and I could feel his body heat against mine? That should be the best feeling ever. This is not me, I shouldn't be having these thoughts about a man that isn't my mate and he's probably mated to a girl somewhere. At the thought that he is mated, I felt this pang of jealousy hit me and I groaned.
"Are you okay?" He is quick to ask.
"Yes." I answered, bending down to pick up the blanket. My whole body hurt, protesting to the movement. I don't let that stop me as I get up and wrap the cloth around me.
"Can I open my eyes now? It's really dark here. " he stated and I chuckled.
"Yeah, you can open your eyes now." I said.
"Thank you." He muttered, snapping his eyes open and am greeted with a warm green eyes.
"Thank you for saving me." I said, staring at his eyes. It's just too beautiful that I can't look away, no matter how I try.
"My pleasure." He smirks, going out of the restroom.
"I'll leave you to do your business, I'll be back in the room and there will be clothes to change into." He said as he left.
I took my time to shower, using that spare time to remember what happened and how I ended up here.
I clenched my fist and gritted my teeth in anger as I remembered the little incident. Lilian had used her evil scheme to deny me a chance with my true mate. I have no idea why Kneed couldn't sense the mate bind immediately I appeared in front of him. It just had to be that scheming witch. I don't want my past here, so I'm going to hide it from them. A fresh start, fresh life is all I seek and that's what I'll have.
I finish up showering and just like that strange guy said, there were clothes to change into. I immediately changed into the white floral dress given to me and stepped out of the bathroom.
"Wow!" The guy stared in awe as he saw me.
"What?" I asked, looking at the dress.
"You look beautiful." He commended me and I don't know what to say.
"Thanks, I guess. " I replied after seconds of intense staring.
"I don't know your name yet, care to tell me?" He asked and I nodded.
"I'm Freya. Freya Jones." I answered. My name was no longer Laura, Laura died when she fell off that cliff.
"Freya Jones-" He muttered as if trying to memorize the name.
"That's a pretty name. From which pack?" He asked and I froze. He suggested we walk as we talk and we were currently in the garden.
"I-i can't remember." I muttered. Of course I can remember, but he doesn't know that.
He stared at me like he didn't believe me and I knew I had to act quick.
I squeezed my face like I was in pain and held my head "ow!" I screamed in pain.
"Freya, are you okay?" He asked worriedly and I knew I had to take the acting up a notch so I forced out tears from my eyes.
"I'm trying to remember, but it's causing me a headache." I muttered, bending to the floor still feigning pain.
"Then stop!" He said, pulling me off the ground and carrying me in a bridal style.
He's panicking, I can feel his heart racing. But why? Why will he care so much for a rogue wolf? Technically, I'm not a rogue wolf, my park didn't reject me, but still. It's weird and plus I have no idea who he is. From his posture down to how he is dressed he looks like an important figure.
I'm still wincing in pain as he took me back to the room I woke up in, then I slipped unconscious the moment he placed me on the bed.
I heard retreating footsteps and I know he's out of the room, probably to call a doctor.
I opened my eyes, smirking victoriously for an acting gone fight. I should be featured in dramas, I'm sure I will nail it.
I heard footsteps just outside the door and I shut my eyes closed.
"Can you attend to her, doctor?"
"Sure, Alpha. Just wait outside."
Alpha? He's an Alpha? An alpha was that nice and caring to me? He doesn't look like one, he's too humble and nice to be an alpha.
The doctor does a few checks on me and turns to leave. I decided it was time to wake up.
"What happened?" I asked, looking around in disarray.
"I believe you passed out, miss." The doctor said and I sighed.
"I'm sorry." I whispered, tears trickling down my cheeks.
"You don't have to apologize, miss. I believe it is pretty normal." The doctor said, heading to the door. My guess is he wants to tell their Alpha that I am awake.
Immediately he sets his foot in, I coil myself on the bed, like I am scared.
Freya's POVImmediately he sets his foot in, I coil myself on the bed, like I am scared. "She might be a little delirious and unstable. I guess she hit her head hard on the surface." The doctor whispered to him. "Thank you, doctor." He patted the doctor and escorted him out. Immediately he's back inside, I coil myself more. "Hey, hey, I'm not going to hurt you, just calm down." He said, coming close. Immediately he placed his hands on the bed, I flinched, almost falling off the floor. "Careful." He said, pulling me towards the center of the bed. "Don't hurt me, please." I pleaded. "I'm not going to hurt you." He reassured me and I stared up at him. His eyes always seem to enchant me whenever I stare at it. "I don't believe you." I muttered, flinching again when he tried to touch me. "Have I done anything to make you think I would hurt you since you woke up?" He asked and I shook my head. "What made you think I would now?" He asked. "That other white man called you 'Alpha'"
Freya's POVI kept pacing my room till I heard footsteps just outside my room that showed he was back. I quickly pretended that I was in panic and immediately the door opened, I jumped like I was startled. "Hey, I'm back." Ronald said, closing the door behind him. He walked towards me and I backed away in fear. "Freya, you okay?" He asked in concern. I nodded, still backing away from him. His eyes roamed the room and he frowned when he saw how scattered it looked. "What happened here?" Ronald asked and I could sense the anger coming from him. I shook my head "nothing." I muttered, visibly shaking. Ronald stared at me, it was clear I was lying to him and I let it show. Lilian didn't get in Kneed's graces by being strong and confident, she got it by looking pathetic. Men love it when women depended on them"Tell me." He ordered and I shook my head. "What if they come back?" I asked my voice shaking. Ronald took a deep breath, probably to calm himself. "What if who comes back?"
Chapter 12Ronald rushed to my side, concern etched on his face. "Freya, what's wrong? Are you okay?"I clutched my chest, struggling to breathe. "I...I don't know. My heart...it hurts."The maids exchanged worried glances, and one of them stepped forward bravely. "Alpha, should we call the healer?"Ronald nodded, scooping me up in his arms. "Yes, now."As he carried me away, my eyes could not leave his face. I wondered if his act of caring was just another show. I caught the gaze of the maid who had snorted earlier, Her thoughts flooded my mind and I could tell she had a huge crush on him "This is too convenient. She's faking it."I forced a weak smile, trying to reassure Ronald. "I'm fine, really."But he would not let me down. "You're not fine. You're going to see the healer, and we'll figure out what's going on with you, you can’t just cry in pain and expect me to believe you are fine." He snapped The healer's quarters were nearby, and soon I was lying on a comfortable bed, surr
My gaze lifted to meet Ronald's as we both wondered what was happening in the maids quarters. I was the first one to exit the room with Ronald coming behind me. I walked towards the maids quarters and hearing screams all over made it get confirmed that there was something big going on there. I stared at the area and my eyes caught the shattered blue glasses on the floor, scattered everywhere prior to giving injuries to the people around if they were not careful. I moved more closer as I see people gathered around a well. I wanted to ask one of the maids what was going on but Ronald beat me to it. “What's going on here?” He asked as some of the maids turn to face us. “Alpha, someone had fallen into the well and the security guards are yet to arrive” the maid said. “Her mate was with her when it happened and had dropped the glass table on the ground when he wanted to go sought out for help” the maid further explained seeing Ronald staring back and forth at the broken glasses. “
"Laura!!" I heard my name being called out loudly from the stairs."Hello, Aunt!" a big smile formed on my face as I climbed down the stairs to show her how amazing I look in the maid uniform."Are you ready for today?" The woman asked, taking hold of her hand."Sure!" Laura replied, quickly. Taking a step forward, she gave her aunt a tight hug."Thank you, Aunt, for giving me this opportunity." She said, in a meek tone."Aww, stop that. It's been so long and you keep thanking me." Ellen said, breaking away from the hug. Her eyes twinkled as she looked at her niece."I still have to keep thanking you," Laura replied, smiling sheepishly. A year ago, she had run away from her Pack, looking for her aunt. Ellen had taken her in, without any qualms."I need to go, Aunt. I have a meeting with the Alpha." Laura said, stepping away. The eagerness and excitement in her eyes were evident.As a cook in Pack's mansion, she had been summoned by the Alpha due to the event that would be happening th
A large hall was decorated with fine linens and it was colorful.There were Alpha males and females scattered all around, clinking wine glasses and networking.The music was soft to the ears as the host went up to the stage."Attention everyone!" The host called out and everyone turned to look at him."Now, we welcome the Alpha of the Darkl Pack, Kneed Larking!" The host announced and the guests burst into a round of applause.Swiftly and gracefully, Kneed descended the stairs with Lilian by his side. He had a neutral look on his face, while Lilian was all smiles.She looked graceful and she complimented Kneed, so well.As Kneed got to the foot of the stairs, he proceeded to walk up to the stage, still with Lilian by his side."Welcome, everyone..." He started to say. All eyes were on him, however, he wasn't fazed. There were Alpha from different Packs and even enemy Packs. Though he knew some of them were plotting against him, he didn't care."We have gathered here today, to promote
"What are we going to do? Casting her into prison is not enough! Everyone is dying!" Someone crawled over to Kneed's and Lilian's side, wailing.Kneed was livid as well and he tried to think of what to do to alleviate the situation."Summon the physician!" He ordered immediately, in an urgent tone.However, it turned out that the Pack's physician was also in the ball."Yes, Alpha. I'm right here!" The physician rushed over. However, he was covered in boils as he had also eaten the food served.His eyes were red and his fingers were bloody."Do something, please..." Kneed managed to say, even though he saw the physician's condition. He was desperately trying to keep up with everything and not break down.There were visible boils on his body at this point.However, he failed to notice that Lilian wasn't beside him anymore."I have been trying to check on everyone, Alpha." The physician said, as tears dropped from his eyes.His eyes had lost hope and then he proceeded to say, "I can't do
It was dark and dingy. The smell of rotten bodies was heavy in the air. The sounds of dirty and running rats filled the dungeon.Laura was huddled in a corner, shivering due to the harsh cold."What have I done?" She asked herself, shivering. Tears streamed down her eyes uncontrollably and at this point, she knew she wasn't going to come out of the problem she was into.She tried to think deeply about what had gone wrong in the kitchen but she couldn't pinpoint anything wrong.She had been prepping everything accordingly and carefully and she made sure to do everything right."Ahhh.." She gasped as she realized something.At the time Bryce walked up to the stage, she had slipped out of the kitchen to watch him present his speech.At that time, she was mesmerized by his handsomeness and she prayed to the Moon Goddess to bring them together.Though he would have to break away from his lover."Maybe someone had done something while I wasn't there." She said to herself in realization."Bu
My gaze lifted to meet Ronald's as we both wondered what was happening in the maids quarters. I was the first one to exit the room with Ronald coming behind me. I walked towards the maids quarters and hearing screams all over made it get confirmed that there was something big going on there. I stared at the area and my eyes caught the shattered blue glasses on the floor, scattered everywhere prior to giving injuries to the people around if they were not careful. I moved more closer as I see people gathered around a well. I wanted to ask one of the maids what was going on but Ronald beat me to it. “What's going on here?” He asked as some of the maids turn to face us. “Alpha, someone had fallen into the well and the security guards are yet to arrive” the maid said. “Her mate was with her when it happened and had dropped the glass table on the ground when he wanted to go sought out for help” the maid further explained seeing Ronald staring back and forth at the broken glasses. “
Chapter 12Ronald rushed to my side, concern etched on his face. "Freya, what's wrong? Are you okay?"I clutched my chest, struggling to breathe. "I...I don't know. My heart...it hurts."The maids exchanged worried glances, and one of them stepped forward bravely. "Alpha, should we call the healer?"Ronald nodded, scooping me up in his arms. "Yes, now."As he carried me away, my eyes could not leave his face. I wondered if his act of caring was just another show. I caught the gaze of the maid who had snorted earlier, Her thoughts flooded my mind and I could tell she had a huge crush on him "This is too convenient. She's faking it."I forced a weak smile, trying to reassure Ronald. "I'm fine, really."But he would not let me down. "You're not fine. You're going to see the healer, and we'll figure out what's going on with you, you can’t just cry in pain and expect me to believe you are fine." He snapped The healer's quarters were nearby, and soon I was lying on a comfortable bed, surr
Freya's POVI kept pacing my room till I heard footsteps just outside my room that showed he was back. I quickly pretended that I was in panic and immediately the door opened, I jumped like I was startled. "Hey, I'm back." Ronald said, closing the door behind him. He walked towards me and I backed away in fear. "Freya, you okay?" He asked in concern. I nodded, still backing away from him. His eyes roamed the room and he frowned when he saw how scattered it looked. "What happened here?" Ronald asked and I could sense the anger coming from him. I shook my head "nothing." I muttered, visibly shaking. Ronald stared at me, it was clear I was lying to him and I let it show. Lilian didn't get in Kneed's graces by being strong and confident, she got it by looking pathetic. Men love it when women depended on them"Tell me." He ordered and I shook my head. "What if they come back?" I asked my voice shaking. Ronald took a deep breath, probably to calm himself. "What if who comes back?"
Freya's POVImmediately he sets his foot in, I coil myself on the bed, like I am scared. "She might be a little delirious and unstable. I guess she hit her head hard on the surface." The doctor whispered to him. "Thank you, doctor." He patted the doctor and escorted him out. Immediately he's back inside, I coil myself more. "Hey, hey, I'm not going to hurt you, just calm down." He said, coming close. Immediately he placed his hands on the bed, I flinched, almost falling off the floor. "Careful." He said, pulling me towards the center of the bed. "Don't hurt me, please." I pleaded. "I'm not going to hurt you." He reassured me and I stared up at him. His eyes always seem to enchant me whenever I stare at it. "I don't believe you." I muttered, flinching again when he tried to touch me. "Have I done anything to make you think I would hurt you since you woke up?" He asked and I shook my head. "What made you think I would now?" He asked. "That other white man called you 'Alpha'"
Laura's POV“Don’t turn” I shouted but it was too late as he had already turned.My gosh!!Instead of shielding my head from slamming on the tiles of the restroom, my hands reach for the blanket to try cover up my nakedness. I don't get to the either of the two, but, as I fell back, a strong arm wrapped around my waist, preventing me from falling. I looked up to see him holding me, but his eyes were closed.He's staring at me, but not staring at me and I wonder how he was able to do that. I"I'm gonna let you go right now-" He said and I nod. "Can you stand on your two feet without tripping again?" He asked.I blushed red immediately, I have no idea why. "Yes" I muttered."Good." He said, raising me up. His arm is still on my waist as he steadied me. When he lets go of me, I frown in sadness, missing the feel of his arm on me. Did I mention I was stark naked when he caught me and I could feel his body heat against mine? That should be the best feeling ever. This is not me, I shouldn
LAURA'S pOVI slowly opened my eyes and faintly saw a pair of silver eyes peering into mine..My vision was blurry, So I could not see clearly.I forced myself to lie still and tried to piece together exactly what the hell was going on...My whole body was cramping with pain. I closed my eyes hoping to be relieved of the pain but NO it increased drastically."Hey how are you doing?" A cool voice asked and all i can do is just give a small nod which had my neck aching."What's your name?" The same voice asked again..'my name?' I thought. My lips quivered, feeling way too heavy to mutter a word but 'my name? what's my name?' I thought..'Where am i?''How did i get in here?'My vision is being blur plus the terrible pain i'm feeling now mostly from my head.."Hey are you hearing me? Are you okay?" I heard the same voice again..I nodded not able to talk..I tightened my eyes and re-opened it, hoping it will clear my blurry vision.It worked.The first thing i saw clearly was the most han
Liliana laid there lifeless, no one who have thought she was the same person who had tried to kill someone at the mountains few minutes ago.The Alpha opened the door few seconds after she had position herself on the bed. If she had waited there or was five seconds later she would have been caught red handed by the alpha, good things she had been fast.She laid there looking lifeless and pale but deep in her heart she resent herself for not finishing Laura when she had a chance to. Now she had to start all over again to looking for her."That little wench was able to escape ? That not good at all, she had only tried to make conversations with me because she wants to waste my time and run away from her death, she is able to run away right now but she would not be able to run away the next time I get her, I would kill her immediately" she promised deep in her heart.The alpha on the hand sat down next to her, disappointment and sadness was written all over his face as he wached her pale
"You are hallucinating, I'll stay with you, Laura I won't leave your side until we figure out what's going on" Dan's expression truned grave with concern but she failed to see the tiny smirk on his lips."Thank you so much Dan for risking your life to help me out, I'm really grateful" Laura sincerely appreciated him, she even that without his help she would have probably died in that prison for the crime she had never committed.Liliana would have have had her way with her if he hadn't come at that time and help her. Her smile brightened up as she stared at him but the smile immediately truned upside down when she saw the srimk on his face."He had really risked his life helping you, didn't he ? Well that a shame" she heard him say and she could immediately tell that he wasn't the Dan she knows. There was an odd thing about the energy he gave snice he came in, it was a dark energy but she failed to recognize it untill now. She stood up swiftly as she watch him still grinning."Who ar
Dan's heart raced as he scooped up Laura's frail body, cradling her in his arms. He could feel her warm blood seeping through his shirt, and her labored breathing sent a chill down his spine. He had to get her out of there, fast. With a surge of adrenaline, he burst out of the dungeon, carrying Laura up the stairs and into the dimly lit psssage way. He didn't stop until they reached the bushy part of the palace, where he gently laid her down beside a tree.Tearing a piece from his clothing, he folded it around her bruised skin causing Laura's eyes to flutter open again. "Dan...thank you," she whispered, her voice barely audible."Don't talk, Laura. Just hang in there. I'll get you beyond the pack land, and you'll be safe," Dan reassured her, his voice trembling with concern.But Laura's gaze was fixed on something beyond him. "Monster...it still out there," she whispered, her eyes clouding with fear.Dan's gripped on her firmly "Don't worry, I won't let her hurt you again. You're safe