CelineIt’s really getting old.Those were the exact thoughts that went through my mind as I heard the three heavy knocks on my door as i was just about to sleep. I decided to ignore it, knowing that whoever was at the door didn't care about me enough t gain my attention. And the last thing I wanted was Mother blatantly telling me she wished me dead to my face.But everything and anything was bearable because i had my baby to worry about. The sign that despite all the hate in my life, im capable of growing something so pure-“Your highness! You shouldn't be here in this state. Let me help you to your room-”“No!” the voice made me gasp as I shot up on my bed. Kaiden. What’s he doing here? “I need to see her. I… I need to see Celine.” he slurred from the other side of the door.Was he drunk? I jumped down from my bed as I pulled on my robe, listening to the guards try to reason with their drunk king as I wondered why Kaiden came down here to see me.“You can talk to her tomorrow, your
Celine His hand trembled lightly as he reached for my slightly large bump, and I unknowingly held my breath. Goosebumps erupted all around my arms as his hand landed softly on my belly, and I gasped lightly as no one has ever touched my belly since I got pregnant. But Kaiden’s reaction completely caught me off guard.His eyes widened with shock, and a soft smile widened his lips as he rubbed my belly softly. As if feeling the presence of it’s father, ny baby licked lightly again, and again.A hearty laugh left Kaiden’s lips as he placed his head on my bump. “Hey baby. It’s daddy.” His words caused my heart to leap in my chest. Daddy. It had a nice ring to it. The baby thought so too as it kicked again, and I imagined that as it leaping for joy as it was hearing its father's voice for the first time. Kaiden chuckled and then sighed as his eyes rose to meet mine, with so much tenderness in them.“I wish I could do this every day.” He softly said as he grazed my belly. The emotions
Celine I broke down on the floor of my room as Kaiden left, and I struggled to accept the words he said overnight, causing me to lay in the floor and cry for hours. He was getting married to Sheila? He came here to get me to confess… then when I didn’t tell him the truth he made up his mind to marry Sheila?My heart couldn’t handle any of this. I wheezed as the tears refused to stop flowing. I should have explained what happened that night in any way I could.But it didn’t stop it from being my fault. Because of this, I was losing Kaiden forever.I could call him back and tell him, but what if he sees me as a worse monster? What if he kills my child because he feels my child would have the soldier in it too?Kaiden wasn’t that sort of wolf, but that’s all my wolf has been saying. Silver never speaks, but the one thing she made me swear was that I would never tell anyone about her so I wouldn’t die.I couldn’t put my baby in danger.But that meant I was losing Kaiden to Sheila. The pa
Kaiden “Do you accept Sheila as your lawfully wedded wife and Luna? The future mother of your pups? In sickness and in health, in fitness and obesity?”The whole hall fell pin drop silent as they all stared at me, waiting for my answer on that question that sealed the fates of four people, myself, Sheila, my pup and Celine, my mate.Sheila’s eyes stared at me expectantly, her emotions evident in them as she silently prayed I say yes, I do.I didn’t. But I wasn’t alone in this.Sheila’s face began to morph into the one face I wished was here getting married to me and suddenly saying yes seemed like the best thing in the world.But she murdered my neice, I reminded myself despite my inner doubts. I had to let her go. I can’t love someone who I knew nothing about.I blinked and Sheila’s face reappeared, fear in those wide eyes as she realized that I wasn’t mentally present for our wedding.She had no right to be disappointed. I didn’t love her.But heavy was the head that wore the crown
CHAPTER TWOKaidenThe scent of heavy perfume choked the air, and the dim candlelight cast a golden glow over Sheila’s oiled skin as she approached me, each step filled with nervous excitement. She was trying to be seductive, trying to tempt me into accepting her, into pretending this was a real marriage.I clenched my jaw."Cover yourself," I said coldly.She hesitated, her confidence cracking at the sharpness of my tone. "Kaiden, I’m your wife now. You don’t have to fight this—fight us."I scoffed. "There is no us, Sheila. There never was, and there never will be."Her lips trembled, but I didn't care. I took a step toward her, towering over her smaller frame. "Did you really think spreading yourself out on my bed like a desperate offering would change anything? That I would forget Celine?" I sneered, my disgust leaking into every syllable. "You are not my mate, and no amount of oil or glitter will ever make you desirable to me."She swallowed hard, blinking back tears. "I thought…
CelineI have been working as a slave maid for five years to earn redemption for a crime I never committed.At three p.m. today, my last shift ends, meaning I won’t have to be a slave anymore. My eyes landed on the clock, and I watched as it chimed three. At the same time, the invisible weight I had carried on my shoulders for the last five years was lifted. A tear slid down my cheek.“I’m free,” I whispered to myself as I got up from my spot on the floor. Today, I was going to see my parents when they came to get me. A smile widened on my lips again. I would get to see my mama again.“You still believe that they care about you?” my wolf spoke up and sighed.“They will come, Silver. You are so pessimistic. I may not be their real daughter, but I am still a part of their family.”Silver scoffed. “But they didn’t come to check on you? Not even a letter? That family doesn’t deserve you.”When I was young, I never doubted who I was. I was the Alpha’s daughter. My parents loved me, and my b
Celine The world tilted beneath my feet. “No… that’s not true,” I whispered, shaking my head. “They promised-” They promised to take me home after I was released from the palace. “They lied.” Sheila’s words cut me as sharp as a blade would. “They don’t care about you. They don’t even remember you exist. Honestly, you should thank me. At least now you know where you stand. On your knees, scrubbing floors. It suits you.” A tear slid from my eye. My parents lied about the service term. They were never going to get me after five years? “Please don’t do this to me. ” Sheila smirked, her eyes glinting with malice. “Oh, Celine, this is what you are good for. Now refill my cup, slave.” She sneered holding up her tea cup for me to fill. I sniffled back my tears as I took small steps to the chair she and Anya sat in, looking at me with hatred in their eyes. I didn't believe her words. Mother and father would never allow this. She probably brainwashed them like she did to Anya. The porcel
Kaiden After so many years, I stepped foot into my pack again. My mind link being set in place again. My men and I have been gone for so long, it felt good and warm to be at the pack again. Years ago, I wouldn’t have thought I would come to miss my kingdom, but after my brother and sister-in-law died, I had to take over, wear the heavy crown, and take care of my niece, who only had me. But due to the border rebellion from the nasty rogues, I had to leave her, too. And the minute I mind linked her that I was back to the pack, I could feel her excitement through the link. But something else caught my attention. As our pack tradition, when the king returned, the guards and maids lined up to welcome him. But that wasn’t what stole my attention. A maid, fallen on the ground, unmoving. The sight of her struck me like a bolt of lightning. Her soft features, the delicate curve of her neck, everything about her tugged at my instincts. My wolf stirred restlessly within me, a primal energy
CHAPTER TWOKaidenThe scent of heavy perfume choked the air, and the dim candlelight cast a golden glow over Sheila’s oiled skin as she approached me, each step filled with nervous excitement. She was trying to be seductive, trying to tempt me into accepting her, into pretending this was a real marriage.I clenched my jaw."Cover yourself," I said coldly.She hesitated, her confidence cracking at the sharpness of my tone. "Kaiden, I’m your wife now. You don’t have to fight this—fight us."I scoffed. "There is no us, Sheila. There never was, and there never will be."Her lips trembled, but I didn't care. I took a step toward her, towering over her smaller frame. "Did you really think spreading yourself out on my bed like a desperate offering would change anything? That I would forget Celine?" I sneered, my disgust leaking into every syllable. "You are not my mate, and no amount of oil or glitter will ever make you desirable to me."She swallowed hard, blinking back tears. "I thought…
Kaiden “Do you accept Sheila as your lawfully wedded wife and Luna? The future mother of your pups? In sickness and in health, in fitness and obesity?”The whole hall fell pin drop silent as they all stared at me, waiting for my answer on that question that sealed the fates of four people, myself, Sheila, my pup and Celine, my mate.Sheila’s eyes stared at me expectantly, her emotions evident in them as she silently prayed I say yes, I do.I didn’t. But I wasn’t alone in this.Sheila’s face began to morph into the one face I wished was here getting married to me and suddenly saying yes seemed like the best thing in the world.But she murdered my neice, I reminded myself despite my inner doubts. I had to let her go. I can’t love someone who I knew nothing about.I blinked and Sheila’s face reappeared, fear in those wide eyes as she realized that I wasn’t mentally present for our wedding.She had no right to be disappointed. I didn’t love her.But heavy was the head that wore the crown
Celine I broke down on the floor of my room as Kaiden left, and I struggled to accept the words he said overnight, causing me to lay in the floor and cry for hours. He was getting married to Sheila? He came here to get me to confess… then when I didn’t tell him the truth he made up his mind to marry Sheila?My heart couldn’t handle any of this. I wheezed as the tears refused to stop flowing. I should have explained what happened that night in any way I could.But it didn’t stop it from being my fault. Because of this, I was losing Kaiden forever.I could call him back and tell him, but what if he sees me as a worse monster? What if he kills my child because he feels my child would have the soldier in it too?Kaiden wasn’t that sort of wolf, but that’s all my wolf has been saying. Silver never speaks, but the one thing she made me swear was that I would never tell anyone about her so I wouldn’t die.I couldn’t put my baby in danger.But that meant I was losing Kaiden to Sheila. The pa
Celine His hand trembled lightly as he reached for my slightly large bump, and I unknowingly held my breath. Goosebumps erupted all around my arms as his hand landed softly on my belly, and I gasped lightly as no one has ever touched my belly since I got pregnant. But Kaiden’s reaction completely caught me off guard.His eyes widened with shock, and a soft smile widened his lips as he rubbed my belly softly. As if feeling the presence of it’s father, ny baby licked lightly again, and again.A hearty laugh left Kaiden’s lips as he placed his head on my bump. “Hey baby. It’s daddy.” His words caused my heart to leap in my chest. Daddy. It had a nice ring to it. The baby thought so too as it kicked again, and I imagined that as it leaping for joy as it was hearing its father's voice for the first time. Kaiden chuckled and then sighed as his eyes rose to meet mine, with so much tenderness in them.“I wish I could do this every day.” He softly said as he grazed my belly. The emotions
CelineIt’s really getting old.Those were the exact thoughts that went through my mind as I heard the three heavy knocks on my door as i was just about to sleep. I decided to ignore it, knowing that whoever was at the door didn't care about me enough t gain my attention. And the last thing I wanted was Mother blatantly telling me she wished me dead to my face.But everything and anything was bearable because i had my baby to worry about. The sign that despite all the hate in my life, im capable of growing something so pure-“Your highness! You shouldn't be here in this state. Let me help you to your room-”“No!” the voice made me gasp as I shot up on my bed. Kaiden. What’s he doing here? “I need to see her. I… I need to see Celine.” he slurred from the other side of the door.Was he drunk? I jumped down from my bed as I pulled on my robe, listening to the guards try to reason with their drunk king as I wondered why Kaiden came down here to see me.“You can talk to her tomorrow, your
KaidenI watched as Sheila and Her parents were brought to me in my office, and i sighed inwardly, feeling a migraine start from just the thought of having to deal with them. Making a decision to keep Sheila as a queen was not one i was happy to make, but i was out of choices. Damon shot me a glance from the window still where he stood, and i didnt need to hear his voice through the mind link to remember his point from our last conversation.Giving Sheila attention would mean that she wouldn't have the need to attack Celine, if what i wanted was peaceful cohabitation between them. I wanted many things i couldn't get, so i had to focus on the one i could get. “Your highness.” Sheila’s Mother bowed at the foot of my desk. Sheila begrudgingly followed, her fists clenching with anger. Her father merely nodded, but i ignored the pointless gesture.“Rise.” i commanded Sheila and her mother, but Her mother refused to rise alongside Sheila. “No your highness. On behalf of my daughter, i be
CelineSitting on the hem of my bed, I twirled the hem of my nightdress in between my fingers, unable to sleep. This has been the norm lately, asi couldn't stop myself from going over everything and anything, and as a result, only being able to sleep for two hours every night. My pregnancy wasn't even making it easy. My baby constantly kicks, most of the time only singing calms my child down. I was so done with being pregnant. I reached out for a glass of water on my nightstand and drowned in one go, hoping my migraine could subside for a moment enough for me to rest but it didn't.I let out a sigh, closing my eyes and resting my head against the cool wooden headboard. I was getting used to the silence, my eyes drooping slowly as I tried to grasp the sleep that eluded me.But all that went flying out the window as a sharp knock at the door made me tense. My heart pounded as I sat up straighter, gripping the sheets instinctively. It was late. No one should be coming to see me at this
KaidenHe flinched as I said those words.“How dare you say those words about my daughter?” He growled underneath his breath, taking fast strides till he was head to head with me. I was taller, so I stared at him beneath me.She’s a fool,” I repeated, stepping forward, my eyes locked on his. “She thought she could put her hands on Celine,on my pup, and walk away untouched.”His nostrils flared as his fists clenched tighter. “She was defending herself! That wench-”Before he could finish that sentence, I moved. One second I was standing by my bed, the next I had him by the throat, his back slamming against the nearest wall with a sickening thud. The walls trembled from the impact, and i knew that meant my wolf was coming to the surface. “I dare you to finish that sentence,” I snarled, my grip tightening, making him struggle for breath. “Say one more word against her, and I will personally rip your throat out.”Damon cursed behind me, but he didn’t interfere. He knew better than to get
Kaiden“Kaiden please can you just listen to me? Putting your future Luna in the dungeon for hitting your ex mate and the kingdom’s most hated murderer is political suicide. I am begging you to reason with me!” Damon pounded on my door, desperation dripping from his voice as i laid on my bed, staring at the ceiling.Its either this or I rip someone apart, because someone had to pay fpr all the things that were currently going on.I refused to regret my decision about Sheila. Not only did she hit Celine, she risked killing my pup and I would never turn a blind eye to that.She had to learn that i put her on the pedestal and I could take her off at any time.“Kaiden please. If anyone should find out, we would definitely have a war! Theres no coming back from that and the patience of the people is hanging at the edge of a cliff. Doing this would just tip them over. You have to reason with me.”Silence filled the space as he waited for a reply behind the door, but I had no care in the wor