TEDDY'S P.O.V
I looked back at the timid girl who still stood in the doorway. Not wanting to scare her any more than she already was. I decided to try and talk to her.
"I am Teddy," I said out loud, trying to overcome my fear of them all making fun of my voice. Her head shot up to look at me.
"Queen Teddy."
"Please, just Teddy."
"The King said..."
"Can you at least call me Teddy when it's just us two? Please." I begged. Asmall smile tugged at her lips.
"My name is Imagen."
"Can you write it for me? I need to make sure I read it correctly." I said as I
handed her the pen and paper I had in my pocket from when the queen handed it to me in the car. She carefully wrote her name out.
"Imagen?" I asked out loud. She shook her head yes in response.
"It is nice to meet you, Imagen," I said immediately following.
"Likewise. Where are you from?" She asked, her eyes bulging at her bravery.
"I am sorry, that was not my place to ask, it is none of my business about your personal life I.."
"Red Blood Pack from Texas," I replied, hoping to ease her anxiety. Her eyes looked back up at my own.
"Alpha Drake Dolph's pack?" She asked.
"That is my father, yes."
"Oh." She said with sadness in her eyes.
"You know him?"
"I know of him." She said, more sadness clouding her eyes as tears began to freefall. She quickly turned away to hide her feelings. I walked over to her and placed my hand on her shoulder. She jumped in response, quickly turning around to face me, her face bloodshot as the tears kept falling.
"Please don't hurt me." She said, her emotions making my heart clench in my chest.
"Why. Why would I ever do such a thing?" I asked, confused at her response to who I was.
"You're from Red Blood." She said, her eyes back on the ground.
"I do not understand," I said, truly confused. She shook her head as her tears stopped flowing. Instead of tears, her body was physically shaking in its place.
"Did they do something?" I asked when she did not respond. Her eyes shot up at me like I was crazy. She must've realized something because she immediately changed the topic.
"Let's get you settled, showered, and ready for dinner, yeah?"
I had this terrible feeling inside, not sure how to decipher what had just happened. What did Red Blood ever do to her? What pack did I truly come from? I was never treated as an Alpha's daughter, and hardly ever left my room
aside from school when I was a child. So, I never knew how my pack worked, what we faced, or anything to do with pack matters. I knew how they treated me; I just assumed it was because of circumstances, but now that I see her reaction to being the Alpha's daughter, it makes me question how they treated everyone else. What had she gone through that had to do with my pack? Questions swirled around my head trying to make sense of why she acted like that towards me. She changed the subject so quickly that I was not sure if I would ever know the answer.
"I shall show you your bathroom." She said as she moved across the room. She sat my bag on the mini couch that was at the end of the bed before making her way to the opposite side of the room from where the closet was. She opened the door, then flipped on the light switch. Illuminating a cream-tone wall. I walked over, peeking into the bathroom. It had a humongous tub, and along the same wall just further down was a walk-in shower. On the opposite wall to both the tub and shower was a long sink with tons of stuff spread out on the counter. There was a brand-new toothbrush, toothpaste, some body wash, shampoo, conditioner, and a green loofa. Hanging on the wall next to the sink was a blow dryer, a curling iron, a curling wand, a crimper, and a straightener. The bathroom was fully stocked with everything I could ever need or want. Next to the toilet was a rack for towels, which had freshly laundered towels rolled up and stacked, waiting to be used. Imagen began to start the shower, altering the warmth to her liking. Once she was satisfied, she grabbed the items I would need to shower and placed them onto the shower ledge, then turned to look at me.
"It is ready. I will go into your room and get everything ready for you while you shower." She said before exiting the bathroom. I stripped my clothes, tossing them into the rolling hamper that was between the bathtub and shower. I stuck my hand in testing the water before I decided it was okay and got in. The water showered down my head like it was washing away today's troubles. As much as I hate having to do what I must do, it was nice not to be treated how I was back home. Even if it was temporary, it was a breath of fresh air with not being teased or hit. Once done, I got out of the shower with the sudden realization that I hadn't brought any clothes into the bathroom. I quickly grabbed two towels from the rack. I used one to wrap up my hair while the other I used to wrap around my
body tightly. I opened the bathroom door, peeking out. Imagen was nowhere in sight, so I made a beeline for my bag on the couch. When I was sifting through my belongings, Imagen appeared from inside the closet.
"Oh, that won't be necessary, Ms. Teddy. I was instructed to discard them in the trash. None were suitable for a Queen. Here are some undergarments. I have chosen a nice V-line black silk dress for you to wear to dinner. It is your first dinner with the King, and you should look presentable."
She then handed over the items in her hand. They were a matching set of sexy black undergarments which were laced. Asudden realization hit me. Was I expected to perform tonight? I gulped down my fear. Tonight would be the night, it had to be. With those sexy undergarments and that beautiful yet elegant silky dress. I was expected to look my best because he would bed me tonight. My stomach did a flip. I wasn't sure if it was from excitement about how he made me feel or if it was because I was terrified. I realized that this was what I was contracted to do, I was to fuck the King, essentially producing him an heir. I just didn't expect it to be on the first night here.
"Come, let's get you dressed, get your hair in a nice hairstyle, and do your makeup. We want you to be presentable." Imagen said, making my stomach once again do a flip.
CHAPTER 7 PREPARING FOR THE KINGTEDDY'S P.O.VImagen worked hard on my hair, in the end resulting in something more beautiful than I could have ever done myself. She had my hair in a half-up, half-down style. The top part is with a fishtail braid, leaving a few strands to curve around my face at the front. The tail was lying down on the curled bottom half. It looked more like a wedding style rather than a dinner style. I felt fancy for the first time in my life. I did a once over while looking in the full-body mirror. The dress snugged tightly around my body, accenting all the right spots. The v-line dipped low in the back, stopping just above my bum. The back had a little stone string attachment that dangled down my spine. There was a slit on the right leg to show off my calf and lower thigh. She did my makeup to match my shoes, red. She had me wearing heels, the heels not being too high, maybe 2-3 inches. Thanks to the goddess because I have never worn heels before. My eyes raked o
CHAPTER 8 UNDERSTANDINGFENRIS'S P.O.VI asked an intrusive question. But I wasn't wrong in doing so. She was weak, scared, and as far as I could tell, she had no qualities that a Queen should have or portray to her kingdom. I am not sure why my mother decided on her. Yes, my match had to be a virgin, but surely there was another she-wolf born of an Alpha bloodline that had her virginity still intact. Ashe-wolf that was at least brave enough to speak when spoken to.Teddy was deaf, which was rare to find in a wolf. It is also not a good gene to pass down to your heir when breeding for the next king. Did my mother not consider that either? What else was it about this she-wolf that would be deemed unfit to stand at my side as my queen? I wasn't trying to be a dick. I was just looking out for the future of my kingdom as I thought my mother was supposed to be doing. I am just confused about what made her possibly think that Teddy was worthy of being the next queen. What made her think tha
CHAPTER 9 FINE DININGTEDDY'S P.O.VHis questions were a sore spot for me, but I wasn't going to shield the truth, especially when it is public knowledge in my pack and is not hard to find out."Why did she die while giving birth?""My cord was wrapped around my throat as I was coming out, something ruptured from the inside from what I was told, and she begged him to save me over her.""Then why would they blame you if it was her request?""My dad wasn't there to command him to save her instead, otherwise I wouldn't be here today. She hemorrhaged because of a rupture that I caused. Therefore, her death was my fault and he made sure to always let me know.""How did they treat you?"I sat and thought about the answer for a moment. Trying to find the correct words to say."It wasn't all sunshine and rainbows nor was it close to a fairytale life. But I had food to eat, clothes to wear, and a roof over my head. So, I can't say my situation was as bad as some may have it."I couldn't seem t
CHAPTER 10 CHOICESFENRIS'S P.O.VThe moans leaving her mouth sent a thrill of excitement through me. Asound that my body reacts to on its own accord. My wolf was on edge, something he had never done before in the presence of a woman. I was glad I had requested the dining hall to be closed to the pack for the night. It not only gave me a chance to speak to her freely without having others hear, but now I see the effect she already had on me and that is also something nobody needed to witness. I would need to control myself better around her, especially in the company of others. The last thing I needed was a weakness. I haven't found a weakness within myself yet and I didn't plan to obtain one now.'Use more of those sexy words, I can smell her, she wants us.' My wolf roared in my head.'Not now, Kingston. This is not the time nor the place.' I tried reasoning with my wolf.'Then when is it the time? I want her, she wants us. Right here, right now should be the time. Here on the table,
CHAPTER 11 REALIZATIONSTEDDY'S P.O.VWe walked hand in hand until we reached my bedroom door. It was a weird feeling holding a man's hand, but it was also electrifying at the same time. Once, we reached my bedroom door. He let go of my hand to reach into his jacket and withdrew a box, handing it to me. I looked down and saw a phone on the box cover."Now we can communicate by texting too." He said with a smile."How do I work it?" I asked. I had never owned a cellphone, so I wouldn't know the first thing about operating it."I have your number stored in my phone. When I text, you can save my info on your phone by hitting the number, info, then save. The rest will come naturally when you play with it, but if you can't figure it out, Imagen can assist, or I can.""Thank you," I said before wrapping my arms around him and pushing my body up against his in a tight embrace.Not even thinking he might not hug people. I could feel his breathing deepen and his muscles flex under his suit, wh
CHAPTER 12 It’s overFENRIS'S P.O.VIf I hadn't been careful, I would have taken her right then and there up against the wall. She was perfect to a default. Her body begged for me. Her smooth legs, rounded ass, her nice breasts popped from the top of her dress. It all screamed to be worshiped. When I ran my hands in her hair it all felt so natural, like second nature. Something I never expected. I keep trying to find anything that isn't attractive about her, but I come up short every single time. Her disability wasn't good for a king to possess, no, but it fits her. It made her more appealing, and I have no clue why or how that was even possible. When I made it back to my room, Lydia was sitting on the edge of my bed with a scowl."Lydia, we've talked about this," I said, rubbing my face out of sexual frustration about walking away from what I wanted and out of pure frustration that I had to repeat myself to her."Come on, you can't be serious?""I am very serious. It wasn't a joking
CHAPTER 13 WANT METEDDY'S P.O.VI decided to get some fresh air with what was swirling around in my mind. I haven't had a moment for myself since the day started. I just needed a moment to breathe, to take it all in. So much has happened in so little time. I took the ridiculous shoes off that I couldn't even walk straight in and made my way to the balcony door. I didn't have a balcony back at home.I quickly put the phone on the nightstand before opening the curtains to the balcony door and going out. As I stepped outside, the cool winter breeze sent a delightful shiver coursing through my body. I started to look around. I first opened the door that was out there, and, to my surprise, it led to a hot tub. I bet that it is nice to sit inside with the door open for the breeze to enter. I will have to try that out soon. I walked over to look over the edge of the railing. I was only two stories up, but it felt much higher. I leaned my head back with my eyes closed, enjoying the fresh air
CHAPTER 14 FIRST IMPRESSIONSTEDDY'S P.O.VThe next week flew by. I was antsy about seeing Fenris, but to my disappointment, he was nowhere to be found. Was he ignoring me? Was he with her?I was already up when Imagen slowly entered the room. I haven't had the chance to roam the grounds just yet. I spent the last week cooped up in my room coming to terms with my new life. Imagen was the only one who came, nobody else. However, now I was ready to leave the comfort of my room."Can we go downstairs for breakfast?" I asked, hoping she would agree."Yes Ma'am.""Please, Imagen, just call me Teddy." She shook her head in understanding."I will escort you to the dining hall if you're ready?"I followed behind her as we left the room. When we reached the dining hall, all eyes were on us. I haven't had the chance to meet anyone yet. I stood behind Imagen, scared of what they might think. Imagen looked over at me confused,someone of my bloodline should never cower, they should stand tall, ow
CHAPTER 202: FAMILIAR STRANGERELIAS'S P.O.VAs I stared at the man claiming to be my father, a million thoughts raced through my mind. How was this possible? My father had been presumed dead for over two decades. Yet here he sat, looking at me with those golden eyes that mirrored my own."How did you find us?" I asked, trying to keep my voice steady. "If your memories are gone, how did you know you came here?"Kingston, or rather, my father, hesitated before answering. "I can't explain it. It's like... something deep inside me just knew this was where I belonged. Even without my memories, my heart remembered the way home."His words stirred something in me, a longing I hadn't let myself feel in years. But I couldn't let my guard down yet. "You say you don't remember anything, but you recognized Uriah and me. How?""Fragments. Bits and pieces that don't quite fit together. Your faces are familiar, like echoes from a dream. I was hoping coming here would help me understand why."I exc
CHAPTER 201 I'M HOME UNKNOWN P.O.V 9 YEARS LATER It took me years. But years were more like days when you've been alive as long as I have been. But I succeeded. I found the person I needed most. Or at least I hoped they were the key to what I needed. "Now, do you remember what we have trained for?" "I do. I don't understand it. But I remember." They replied. "It is not something to be understood as long as you know the plan." "I know the plan." "Good. Now go." I said with a smile. "One last question. Are you sure it will work?" They asked. "Trust in the system. Play the cards right and you will not fail." They looked unsure of my words, but I knew that they would do just fine. All they had to do was play their role right. It was simple really. I worked too hard to locate them for them to fail me now. ELIAS'S P.O.V I sat in my window, staring up at the moon. The enticing feeling of the moon daring me to dream bigger. To be better. To do better.
CHAPTER 200 THE TIME HAS COMETEDDY'S P.O.V 13 YEARS LATER Tomorrow Elias would officially turn 16. Which meant that he would be getting his wolf. Most Alpha heirs didn't get to take over their position until the age of 25. However, under certain circumstances, such as the current Alpha of said pack passing before the heir turns 25, then they are permitted to take over when they receive their wolves at the age of 16. I know being 16 was considered a child in most religions. But as werewolves, it's believed that if you have your wolf then you can run a pack. I'm sure Elias was absolutely terrified right about now. Tomorrow night, he will be crowned the King. But before that, he had to get through his ceremonial crowning under the Red Moon. Which was why I chose to swoop by and check in to see how he was holding up before calling it a night. I softly tapped on the big oak door of Elias's bedroom. "Come in, Ma!" I casually strolled in. He was seated at the desk reading his book.
CHAPTER 199 A YEAR WITHOUT YOUTEDDY'S P.O.V 1 YEAR LATER I sat in my big windowsill as the sun rose in the sky, looking down at my journal. A therapeutic method that was introduced to me by Kennedy, my therapist. I wrote to Fenirs everyday. What he missed. So really I just wrote about anything that happened. In a sense, it made me feel like he wasn't missing out. Dear Fenirs , Can you believe it has already been an entire year since you've been gone? Oh, how the times have changed. I promise that you would be proud of the Queen I have become in your absence. Every decision that I have made this far, was made with the question of 'what would Fenirs do'? Would he agree with my decision? I know I've told you once before but I wanted to do a run down of all that has happened since you've been gone. Uriah stepped down as the Beta, choosing to be the top warrior instead. I insisted that it wasn't necessary, but I suppose that after some time, the guilt was too much for him to handl
CHAPTER 198 TIME TO LET HIM GOTEDDY'S P.O.V I kept racking my brain, trying to figure out what he must've seen that intrigued him. I pray to the high heavens above that it wasn't my son. But what else would pique an interest in such an old soul who's seen it all? "Did anyone see Josiah give Zola his blood?" I asked as soon as he had left with Sibil once I was finally able to come visit them in the infirmary. "No. It was like one minute she was sick and the next she was awake, alert, and happy." Novalee replied as she cuddled Zola closer to her chest. "So, should we give her his blood to be safe then?" "Let's save it. If she takes a turn for the worse at least we will have this to save her." I shook my head in understanding before handing over the vial of blood to Novalee. "Thank you so much. You have no idea what this means to me." Tears were starting to free fall from her face with gratitude. But I didn't want to be praised. I was just happy that Zola was healthy again and
CHAPTER 197 OUR DEAL IS DONETEDDY'S P.O.V I laid out my conditions. Insisting that he gave her his blood beforehand. Swearing that I would uphold my end of the deal. "You do realize that I can collect her on my own without any help, right? I only offered out of courtesy. So, what makes you think you have a bargaining chip here?" My heart was pounding against my chest. Why did I ever think that this would be a good idea? "Look, Zola's condition got worse overnight. I don't think time is on our hands here. I'm not sure I can find Sibil fast enough to meet your condition." The last thing I wanted to do was sound vulnerable but shit, I was running out of time here. "Well it makes sense she got worse. Her cure came within close proximity of her. The curse sensed me." "You knew that would happen when you struck the deal?" I was horrified that he had not a single ounce of care in his heart. "Considering it was too late, why tell you?" I bit my lip, trying to remain calm. I couldn't
CHAPTER 196 RECONDITIONTEDDY'S P.O.V He spun me around the dance floor once more before releasing my hand. When I stopped spinning, he was long gone. Leaving only his mint smell behind. "I see you were making a deal with the devil without us." A voice I knew all too well said from behind me. I turned around to see Lucy standing there, definitely not in a robe as she was before. "He told me to come alone. You could have jeopardized our deal." "Um, you did come alone. I drove myself here." She responded sassily. "You know what I meant by coming alone." "You didn't say I couldn't bring myself." God damn her with her logical ways to wiggle around meanings. Looking for any possible loophole. "He looked like he wanted to break him off a piece of you, though." "Stop, my mate just died." She threw her hands up in surrender. "Look, I was only stating the obvious." Her face lifted up in a half smile, which was basically taunting me. "He does not." "Come on. You can't blame him. Lo
CHAPTER 195 DANCE WITH THE DEVILTEDDY'S P.O.V I was certain that who I saw was Josiah. I had this familiar feeling deep inside. Surely he wouldn't show up just to leave without saying a word to me, right? I kept looking for him as the guests all started to leave. Another round of 'I'm so sorry for your loss.' given out. I had every intention of leaving early to avoid that. But how was I to leave knowing that Josiah was there? After everyone had left, there was still a man seated inside, the last person in the room. But it wasn't him. "Sir, the memorial has ended. Is there something I can help you with?" I asked as I made my way over to him. He sat still, not moving a muscle in the slightest. "Sir?" I asked as I patted his shoulder. His eyes connected with mine, they had almost looked glossed over. "Sir, are you okay? Do I need to call for help?" "Meet me at the underground club, ALONE. I will be the one in the shadows. Wear something nice." The man said before his eyes began
CHAPTER 194 FAREWELLTEDDY'S P.O.V I decided to leave Iblis locked in the spellbound room until I met with Josiah. The last thing I wanted to do was lose the only person that we knew who could contact him. Which Josiah just so happened to be the only man alive that could heal Zola. Luckily, Elias managed to replenish Lucy and I's energy and powers before we trapped Iblis. Not in front of anyone of course. I felt guilty for even asking this of him, but by doing so, it has allowed us to put up a stronger barrier in the room. I keep telling myself that at least it was for the greater good. And in this case it really is, but that doesn't justify relying on a two year old to save the Kingdom and Zola. Plus, it was as if I was asking the man my son was destined to fight to the death to come ahead and meet him. I had no intention of allowing them to cross paths but as one might say, his destiny was already set. I just have to hope that fate doesn't allow them to meet so soon. I know mayb