CHAPTER SIX
-THORIN-
Throughout my travels after high school, I had yet to find a place that compared to the spectacular Lycan Empire. The weather was always pleasant, and despite being a werewolf, I was welcomed by the friendly and open Lycan people. But it was their cuisine that truly stood out, surpassing any other I had tasted before. Moving from one domain to another was always a breeze, and it provided a sense of calmness.
During my travels through the empire, I had lodged at several hotels and resorts. However, none could compare to the Viridian Baron, renowned for it
CHAPTER SIX-THORIN-That night, I found myself in unfamiliar grandeur, donned in clothes far more luxurious than anything I'd ever worn. The shirt was of a fine, white silk that shimmered subtly with every movement, and the breeches were made of a soft leather, dyed a deep burgundy. I felt out of place, yet oddly comforting. The clothes fit as if they were made for me, hugging my form in all the right places.The party was unlike anything I had ever seen. Lycan nobility from all around gathered to celebrate Rashida's 23rd birthday. There was a grand banquet with tables lade
CHAPTER SIX-THORIN-I had underestimated the Lycans' ability to throw a party. At Rashida's celebration, things were slow for the first few hours as people chatted and mingled. Many were intrigued by me and bombarded me with inquiries about my journeys and the different languages I could speak. I felt more like a prized object to be admired than a real person. Rashida reassured me that everyone treated immensely well because I was a werewolf from Croicia, who happened to be multilingual, and was fulfilling my papá's last wish of traveling the world.
[WARNING: This episode involves forced relations! If you find it uncomfortable, please be caution!] CHAPTER SIX -THORIN- Rashida leaned closer, her lips barely an inch away from mine. Her breath was warm, the scent of sugar and spice enveloping me. I was falling into a heady trance, her words swimming in my head, her touch igniting a fire within me. "I want to show you a world of pleasure beyond anything you've ever imagined." she whispered, her tone intoxicatingly seductive. She brushed her lips against mine, a gesture so feather-light it could have been a figment of my imagination. With a sudden burst of energy, Rashida took my hand, her grip was firm yet gentle, and she led me back into the blurry sea of color and noise. The world around us seemed to morph and twist as if it were a living entity. I felt like we were wading through a moving p
CHAPTER SIX-THORIN-My eyes fluttered open, the soft glow of morning sunlight trickling in through the window. I squinted, my eyes taking a moment to adjust to the light. The room was filled with the smell of fresh linen and something herbal - sweet yet subtly bitter. My body felt heavy but in a different way from before; like a deep, restful lethargy rather than the paralyzing grip of poison. I tried to sit up, and to my relief, I found it considerably easier. My limbs felt sluggish but obedient to my commands.The memory of last night hit me in waves. Rashida. The Nightsh
CHAPTER SIX-THORIN-I had been residing in the Lycan Empire palace with Antonio and the rest of the imperial family when Boris Gravemaw had contacted me, informing me of my mamá's sudden collapse at work. She was immediately taken to the hospital. My heart clenched as Boris detailed her condition. She had received a diagnosis of brain cancer. How long had she been dealing with this illness? Why hadn't she confided in me earlier? Did she even realize the extent of her condition, I thought. My mind was in
CHAPTER SIX-THORIN-A month had passed since my return to the Gravemaw Hounds, and most of my days were spent at the hospital with mamá or fulfilling my duties as the Delta. Despite her failing health, mamá had kept her promise. She fought with all the strength she could muster, surprising even the doctors who attended to her. Yet, everything felt heavy; the colors of the world were drained and replaced with shades of gray. My dreams were filled with memories of my
CHAPTER SIX-THORIN-I paid no attention to their comments and turned to look at the woman. She seemed strangely familiar, and then it clicked. It was Severa Greymane, and an old friend from school.When I transferred, I struggled to communicate with others because my English skills were still developing. But Severa, who happened to speak Spanish, quickly became one of my few friends. She even helped me improve my English speaking abilities."Severa," I mumbled worriedly. "Are you okay?"
CHAPTER SEVEN-WELDON-"Enough!" I shouted, but my voice was drowned in the cacophony of raised voices.The room reeked of tension and pure outrage. Thorn and Boris appeared ready to break out into a physical altercation, while Matus and Elder stood inches away from each other, engaged in a heated argument. Parella and Trisha were engaged in a heated dispute, hurling insults back and forth. Severa stood tearfully behind Thorin."Silence!" I hollered, my voice echoing off the walls in a harsh reverberation. Start
CHAPTER THIRTEEN-WILHELMINA-From the window of Weldon's car, I observed the plane taking off in the distance. Severa was leaving with Maria, accompanied by Mr. and Mrs. Arnet. It would be some time before I saw them again. Weldon had suggested that I go with them, but I quickly shut down that idea. I was done being a helpless damsel; I would fight my own battles, with or without men by my side, even if one of them happened to be Antonio.Boris and Trisha were my adversaries. It was their actions that led me to this predicament, and now it was up to me to find a solution. A
CHAPTER THIRTEEN-BORIS-The arrogant Lycan actually believed he could steal my woman away from me! Who did he think he was? Just some pompous prince? That didn't mean anything to me!I stormed through the halls of Gravemaw Mansion, my fists tightly clenched. The servants wisely stepped aside as I made my way past them; they knew not to interfere with my seething rage."Boris," a familiar voice called out from around the corner. It was my mother. Her expression was unreadable as usual. "Follow me. We need to tal
CHAPTER THIRTEEN-SEVERA-Thorin kept his promise and brought me back to my family's home the next day. The drive there was quiet, both of us lost in our thoughts. I knew he could sense my anxiety.Thorin looked at me, his brown eyes softening. "Severa, you'll get through this," he murmured, placing a comforting hand on top of mine that was clenched on my lap."I know," I responded, trying to smile at him.My gaze dropped to his neck, where I had le
CHAPTER THIRTEEN-WILHELMINA-Maria and Severa stood close together, their arms locked. I stood before them like a shield, savagely determined to protect them at all costs."What do you want, Remus?" I asked.His laugh was a cold echo in the room, chilling me to my bones. "You're not naive, Wilhelmina," he chuckled. "You understand why I'm here. The Alpha demands the return of his fiancés.""We aren't going anywhere," I said, my voice low and threateni
CHAPTER THIRTEEN-WILHELMINA-It had been roughly a week since we uncovered that Trisha was responsible for the manipulated feelings between Prince Kinnsion and Eris, utilizing a Potion of Charm, while also pressuring Estrada into creating said potion.Antonio, Weldon, and Thorin had confronted Boris and Trisha about their criminal activities, sparking the beginning of an investigation. Antonio had also revealed our mate bond to them during the confrontation.Antonio warned us that there were spies from the Lyca
CHAPTER TWELVE-ERIS-We were now aboard a plane, en route to the Lycan Empire. The group consisted of myself, Hiro, Princess Alina, Kinnsion, Nora, and Estrada. The tension inside the aircraft was palpable, the air felt thin and suffocating, the silence echoing louder than the hum of the plane's engines.Hiro had originally been sitting across from me, but he eventually moved to sit across from Princess Alina. The two of them were now murmuring quietly to each other.Nora and Estrada were situated far from us, each engr
CHAPTER TWELVE-ERIS-Exhaustion consumed me. My head throbbed and my body felt like it had been run over by a truck. Even my emotions were worn out. It had been two days since Mrs. Arnet cured both Kinnsion and myself of the Potion of Charm. I could still remember the sensation of being cured so vividly.A cooling wave washed over me, erasing the shimmering illusion that had once trapped my mind. I remember looking into Kinnsion's eyes, seeing his love for me dwindle. Our love wasn't real. It was manufactured by a potion, by magic, nothing more. It left a hollow feeling in my heart
CHAPTER TWELVE-HIRO-Prince Antonio then turned to me. "Hiro," he said in a more gentle tone, "could you please explain how you came to be in the basement of the Alpha's Estate?"A slight chill ran down my spine as I nodded in agreement. I took a deep breath and began recounting the events that unfolded, starting from our mother's order to Eris and I."It all began a few days ago when Prince Kinnsion and Princess Alina came to visit," I explained. "Our mother commanded us to use the Potion of Charm to make them fall in
CHAPTER TWELVE-HIRO-Glancing around, I could feel the tense atmosphere in the room. Everyone seemed to know something that I didn't. I turned to Eris. She seemed uneasy, her usually flushed cheeks now drained of color. "What's going on?" I asked, bewildered by the sudden shift in mood.Eris remained silent, her gaze fixed on Prince Kinnsion. Her eyes glimmered with pain and sadness.Prince Antonio let out a heavy sigh, then turned back to me. "This could mean your father is involved in your brother's and mothe