ATTICUSAs soon as Hera started dancing, something shifted in me, something primal. I hated the way she moved—No, that’s a lie. I hated how much I wanted her as she moved. Every slow, deliberate sway of her hips, every roll of her body ignited a fire inside me that I couldn’t smother. My eyes were locked on her, even though I could feel the gazes of the other alphas crawling over her. I growled, fighting the urge to tear every single one of their eyes out for looking at her like that, but I couldn’t react. I had to sit there, stone-faced, feigning nonchalance, acting like she didn’t affect me. Like my member wasn’t rock hard for her. It disgusted me, this twisted attraction I had for her. She was supposed to be my enemy, the one responsible for Rachel’s death, and yet here I was, gritting my teeth and fighting back the desire to drag her out of that room and slam my hard cock into her tight pussy.The worst part? She knew exactly what she was doing. She locked eyes with me all t
ATTICUSI marched to my room. As soon as I pushed open the door to my room, I was met with the sharp sting of a slap across my face. For a brief second, I froze, more out of shock than anything else. My jaw clenched, and I slowly turned my head back to face her. Hera stood there, her eyes blazing with fury, her chest rising and falling in anger. “This will be the last time,” she hissed, her voice laced with venom, “the last time you embarrass me like that in front of those animals.”The sting of her slap faded, but the effect it had on me didn’t. If anything, the rush of heat it caused coursed through me, lighting up something primal inside. She had fire, no doubt about it, and damn it, her defiance did things to me I hated admitting. I wiped the corner of my mouth with my thumb, smirking as I stepped closer, closing the space between us. "You will regret doing that, Hera," I said, my voice low and dark. Before she could react, I turned her and roughly pushed her towards the wa
HERAI lay on my bed, staring up at the dark ceiling, my body still trembling from what had just happened. Every inch of me felt alive, like I’d been set on fire and doused in ice all at once.Atticus. His hands, his mouth, the way he took me… fucking me wth maddening fevor like he owned me—like I had no choice but to surrender. It was maddening, infuriating, but… gods, it was the most intense sex I've ever had.I hated him, but I couldn’t deny the way my body responded to his every move, every brutal touch.I clenched the sheets beneath me, my mind replaying every moment—the way his eyes darkened as he spoke dirty to me, driving himself ferociously into me like a mad man.I moaned against my will, clutching onto him like a lifeline. My skin still burned from where his hands had gripped me, my body still aching in a way that stirred something dark inside me. It had been brutal, raw, and yet… undeniably satisfying.No one had ever made me feel like that.Not even Aiden.The first
ATTICUSThe door had barely clicked shut behind me when Lilith burst in, her eyes blazing with fury.“How could you, Atticus?” Her voice was sharp, slicing through the air like a blade. “You’re disrespecting Rachel by sleeping with her murderer!”Anger blinded my common sense at the accusation, and before I could give it a second thought, I had her slammed against the wall. My hand gripped her throat, not enough to choke her, but enough to remind her who the hell she was talking to.“Watch your mouth, Lilith,” I growled, my voice cold and dangerous. Her eyes widened, a flicker of fear passing through them.Good!“You’re betraying her memory,” she hissed with a strained voice, struggling against my hold. “Rachel died because of that bitch, and now you’re crawling into bed with her like none of it ever happened?”I tightened my hold around her neck, my patience wearing thin. She groaned slightly in pain.“You don’t get to question me, Lilith,” I growled. “You don’t get to talk to me ab
HERAThe voice was back, crawling into my mind like a snake. Its tone teasing, mocking. "Enjoying your stay, Hera? How does it feel to be brought so low? A rightful queen reduced to scrubbing floors…"I jolted awake, anger flashing through me. I tried to concentrate, to know where that voice was coming from, but when I closed my eyes, all I could see was the door at the end of the hallway.The one Atticus forbade me from going to again. I wanted to storm to the source, to where this taunting presence was coming from, but on my way down the hall, I nearly collided with the last person I wanted to see.Atticus.Okay, he might not be the last person I want to see, but he was a close second. He was tall, imposing as ever, his sharp eyes locking onto mine with that familiar glint of control. I squared my shoulders, refusing to show even a flicker of vulnerability in his presence. This was the man who humiliated me, who made me dance for him and those Alphas like I was nothing.A man
HERAI stepped inside, half-expecting something grand or ominous to hit me the moment the door opened. But instead, I was met with… nothing. The room was completely empty. Bare walls, bare floor, not a single piece of furniture or decoration. That strange energy I was feeling radiating from it in waves was no longer there, no hidden treasure—just an empty, cold space.I frowned, trying to make sense of it. How can this be the room that had been calling to me for days, only to reveal... nothing? I walked further in, inspecting the walls, running my fingers along the surface, searching for any clue.There had to be something. This couldn’t be it-The door slammed open behind me.I spun around and froze. Atticus stormed in, his presence filling the empty space. For a split second, I thought I saw something on his face—a flicker of relief—but it was quickly replaced by fury.“What the hell do you think you’re doing?” he snarled, his voice sharp and dangerous. He took two steps toward
ATTICUSI never expected the sight of Hera on her knees to unravel me like this. When I ordered her to get on her knees so that I could fuck her mouth into submission, it was supposed to remind her of who was in control, to show her exactly where she stood. But now… now, her on her knees has got to be the hottest… sexiest thing I’ve ever seen.With my cock buried down her throat, her eyes shot up to meet mine, still blazing with defiance, but beneath it, I could see something else— obvious desire she couldn’t suppress. She tried to push me away, tried to spit out my dick, but she didn’t succeed… because deep down, she didn’t want to. She wanted to hate what I was doing to her, but her body was betraying her, giving her away completely.I could see the truth—she wanted this. As much as she hated to admit it, she craved every second of it.Soft, muffled moans escaped her lips, vibrating around my dick and tightening the coil inside me. I groaned, holding her head in place. I grippe
LILITHWhen I was finally released, the first thing I did was clean myself up. I scrubbed every trace of the dungeon off me, washing away the filth and humiliation. I needed to look perfect, flawless, for Atticus.I wronged him. I shouldn’t have pushed him, shouldn’t have gotten him so pissed. It was my fault. I was a stupid girl. But now, I will make it right. I would apologize, grovel if necessary, and show him that I was still the one he could rely on. I wasn’t like Hera. I didn’t defy him. I love him. I have always loved him.I brushed my hair until it gleamed, the silky strands falling perfectly around my shoulders. I chose a dress that hugged my figure, something that would catch his eye. He had to see that I was still here, still ready to be his. He can’t keep pushing me aside, can’t keep pretending I didn’t matter. Not after everything we have been through together. Not after everything we have shared. It was only a matter of time before he claimed me as his. I made
ATTICUSIt was evening, the setting sun sipping into the grand dinning room where I was having my dinner.More or less.My plate was untouched, the food growing colder by the minute. It wasn’t that I wasn’t hungry—I simply didn’t have an appetite, not without her.Hera hadn’t joined me for dinner. Again.I swirled the wine in my glass.She was still upset, and I couldn’t blame her. All I needed was to fix things between us. I couldn’t bare this silent treatment for long.Kai burst through the doors, interrupting my thoughts.“My Alpha,” he said, barely catching his breath, “the Alphas are here.”What? I frowned, confused. “The Alphas?”“Yes,” he said, his tone tight. “Logan, Vance, and Draven. They are in the council chambers as we speak with Elder Rowan and Malik.”I stood, my chair scraping against the floor. “Did I call for a meeting?”Kai shook his head. “No, My Alpha.”My jaw tightened. I hadn’t summoned them, which meant their arrival was likely calculated. Whatever their re
ATTICUS“Hera, wait,” I called as I strode down the hall, her sharp footsteps echoing in front of me.“Why?” she snapped, turning around swiftly, I feared she might fall. “So you can dismiss me again? Like you did in there?”I stopped at the door to my chambers, turning to face her. Her eyes were blazing, her arms crossed tightly over her chest. She looked every bit the fierce woman I knew her to be, but beneath the anger, I could see the hurt. It twisted something inside me to think I might have caused that.“Hera, it wasn’t about dismissing you,” I said, my voice calm but still firm. “I was trying to avoid further conflict. The council is already divided, and Rowan—”“Rowan!” she cut me off, stepping closer. “That man’s ideas are a disaster waiting to happen, and you know it,” she jabbed a finger into my face and I veered back. “But instead of standing by me, you sided with him. You made me look like a fool in front of everyone.”I opened the door to my room and gestured for her t
HERA"My Lady," Anisha gasped out as she burst into my room, bowing slightly before straightening up. I was lounging on the chair, dropping the book in my hand on my lap as I looked up at her. Her cheeks were flushed, and her wide eyes betrayed her panic. "Forgive my intrusion, but I need to speak with you immediately." "What is it, Anisha?” I asked, sitting up. “What’s happened?" She hesitated for a moment, glancing around as if to ensure we were alone. My brows quirked in confusion."I was in town earlier, running errands,” she began, taking a deep breath to catch her breath. “and I… I saw Elder Rowan and Elder Malik together. They were talking—loud enough for me to hear part of it." I straightened at the mention of Elder Rowan’s name. Ever since our last council meeting, I have been very wary of that man. “Go on,” I urged. Her hands twisted nervously in front of her as she continued. "They were speaking about the Alpha, about how he’s become weak and… and about restoring
HERAThe door shut softly behind me, sealing me inside Ben’s secret room. It was just as eerily quiet as I remembered, save for the steady ticking of a small clock on the desk. Ben was sitting on the edge of the bed, his hands clasped together, staring at the floor like it held all the answers.“Ben,” I said carefully, stepping further into the room.He didn’t look up, didn’t acknowledge me. I sighed. “Ben, I—”“Go,” he said flatly, his voice low but sharp.I froze for a moment, swallowing my frustration. “I’m not going anywhere. We need to talk.”“Talk about what, Hera?” He finally looked up, his eyes emotionless. “How you stood there and let him strip me of my powers? How you didn’t say a word while he took the only thing I had left?”“It’s not like that,” I said softly, taking a cautious step closer. “That and this is only temporary, Ben. You know that.”“Temporary?” He laughed bitterly, shaking his head. “You think that makes it better? You think that makes me feel less humilia
ATTICUSI entered the council chamber with Hera by my side, feeling the tension in the room thicken. The elders were seated, their eyes on us, some curious, others wary. Elder Aaron, the oldest and wisest elders of all, and my father’s oldest friend, gave me a small nod of acknowledgment, but Elder Rowan leaned back in his seat with his usual air of superiority, his lips curling into a faint smirk.This is going to be an interesting meeting with what I’ve got planned. Hers and I sat down, and the curiosity in their eyes doubled. They have never seen a Luna in the private council chamber before during a meeting, so I get it.All that is about to change. I took a steadying breath before addressing the room. “Thank you all for coming on such short notice,” I began. “As you’re aware, we’ve suffered a grave loss. Elder Ayo’s death at the hands of my brother, Ben, is not just a personal tragedy—it’s a loss to the entire kingdom.”“Yes,” Elder Zahrah added softly. “But Alpha, how do you
ATTICUSSoon, we were back to Feral Blood.When the car came to a stop, I got out first, moving quickly to Hera’s side to open her door.“Hmmmn, how chivalrous,” she teased as she took my stretched hand. I chuckled, threading my fingers through hers.“Only for you, my Luna,” I responded with a smirk as we started up the stairs together.The front doors swung open before we even reached them, and Kai strode out to meet us. His expression was serious, almost grim, and I knew before he opened his mouth that something was wrong.“Welcome back, Alpha,” he bowed to greet me, then did the same for Hera. “Luna,” he smiled faintly and she smiled back in response. “What is it?” I asked, my voice sharp and direct. There wasn’t time for pleasantries—not after the tension I could see in his posture.Kai hesitated, glancing at Hera briefly before focusing back on me. “Before you go in, I just want to let you know that we have some sort of… eh, situation.” He said and I frowned, my grip on Hera’s
ATTICUSIn the haze of sleep, my body stirred before my mind caught up.At first, I thought it was just a dream—one of those vivid ones where everything feels heightened. But then I felt it. A soft, deliberate stroke along my length, the sensation sending a jolt straight through me. My breathing grew heavier, the pressure building with every teasing glide of what I swore were fingers. I groaned low in my throat, thrusting my hips instinctively into the sensation. It felt so good—too good to be a dream.Then came the wet heat, soft and slick and entirely too real. My groan deepened, the sound raw and guttural. My hips jerked involuntarily, and my hand fisted in the sheets beneath me.What the hell—?Forcing my heavy eyelids open, my gaze trailed down my bare body. The sight that greeted me made my heart slam against my ribs. Hera.She was kneeling between my legs, completely naked, her beautiful and lush hair spilling over her shoulders as her mouth worked over me. Slowly. Torturou
HERA“Look at me,” he murmured, his voice thick with emotion.I locked eyes with him, helpless to look away, and when he buried himself fully inside me, a strangled groan tore from his throat. The sound reverberated through me, raw and primal. My nails dug into his shoulders as I adjusted to the fullness of him.Fuck.“You feel incredible… always so tight!” he rasped, his lips brushing against my jaw as he began to move. “So do you,” I forced out breathlessly and he smiled slightly. His hips rolled, slow and deliberate, each thrust sending ripples through the water and waves of pleasure through me. He filled me to the hilt, his pace unhurried yet intense.I moaned softly, letting my hands roam his back, feeling the muscles flex beneath my touch. As his thrusts grew deeper, I tilted my hips to meet him, taking him harder and earning a guttural groan from him. The sound sent a thrill coursing through me.“Take what you want,” he growled, his hands sliding to my hips to guide me.And
HERAThe night air was cool against my skin, but it did nothing to calm the heat coursing through me as I watched Atticus from the entrance of the tent inside the river a distance away. It was dark and I wouldn’t be seeing him if not for the moonlight.The moonlight kissed every ripple of his muscled body, water cascading down his chest as he tilted his head back, running his hands through his wet hair.I couldn’t take my eyes off him. Fuck! He is beautiful.The way his body moved, so strong and commanding, was hypnotizing. He was raw power and unshakable control—my mate, my Alpha.My husband. And right now, all I could think about was tearing that control away from him.I had tried to stay put in the tent, I really had. But this was our last night in the valley, and I couldn’t let it slip away without making it memorable. These past days had been different for us—no sex, just the two of us connecting in ways I hadn’t thought possible. It made me realize just how much I loved him.