I forced a laugh because Elijah's statement made me feel semi-panic. I don't know if he notices my fake laugh, but this conversation needs to move on quickly. I lean over and kiss Elijah on the top of his head. It was a bold move, but what else could I do?Suddenly, Elijah looked up, pulled my neck, and locked his lips on mine. I didn't have to fake it. In fact, I was very sad that I couldn't help Elijah. My position only temporarily distracted him.Elijah got up without breaking our kiss. We walked hand in hand to the bed, and he carefully lowered me onto it. "I like the smell of your body," Elijah whispered after breaking the kiss. Elijah's finger traced the middle of my chest, and his eyes were still on me. I couldn't escape Elijah's power, like my body was following some buried instinctive desire. Elijah's hand moved to the bulging part of my body, squeezing and pinching. I bit my lower lip and felt the heat overflow. "All right, we're going to sleep now," Elijah said suddenly
I woke up abruptly and looked around the room. Jeremy’s perfume filled the air. This was his room; I was sure of it. Even though he’d moved to a more spacious place, I knew his scent.But here, in my heart, I didn’t feel anything. Just emptiness.Instead, fear crept in. What about Elijah? Where was he now?I got out of bed quickly, even though my head still felt dizzy. I walked to the door, which was slightly ajar.“You’re awake, Deli?” Jeremy stood and looked at me.I stepped back carefully, my guard up. But Jeremy kept coming closer, trying to grab my hand. I slapped his hand away and stood defensively.“Why did you do that?” I yelled. “Why did you make me leave my King Alpha’s mansion?”“Deli? What did he do to you?” Jeremy’s face filled with worry. “You’re home now. You’re here with me, with all of us. Please, calm down.”Tears welled up and finally spilled over as I began to sob. This wasn’t what I wanted. I wanted everything to be as promised. If things stayed like this, there w
“Tracy has already confessed everything, the grave mistake she made,” Jeremy said. “And she admitted that she didn’t act alone. She worked with you and Benson.”Mom just pursed her lips; she looked pale and froze in her seat.“What do you mean, Alpha Jeremy?” Benson’s voice was high. “What mistake are you talking about? We’ve been nothing but loyal to you all this time.”“Let them in,” Jeremy ordered the guards, ignoring Benson’s protests.The doors swung wide open before us, revealing Mom and Benson. My heart clenched, and a wave of pain twisted in my stomach. Because of them, my life had been thrown into chaos. I lost my real mother. I lost so much.Mom and Benson looked like they’d seen a ghost when our eyes met.“Delilah?” Benson gasped. “But how...?”“What’s Delilah doing back here? She’s already disgraced this family! Just like Luke, who failed to raise his daughter properly!” Mom snapped.Aunt Disa pushed through the space between me and Dad. “And what shall we call you? A murd
How does it feel to be a stranger in a familiar place? Awkward.That’s how I’ve felt since I returned to Jeremy’s pack a few days ago. I don’t feel connected to it anymore. I spend most of my time in my room, isolating myself and avoiding conversation with most people except Aunt Disa and Dad.Since my last conversation with Jeremy, he hasn’t come to see me. According to Aunt Disa, Jeremy has been busy meeting with other Alphas, who are probably discussing plans. And whatever they’re talking about, it’s clearly related to Elijah.This only adds to my worries.A knock on my door startles me. I step away from the window and go to open it. It’s Dad. From the look on his face, Jeremy must have come home.“Are you busy, honey?” Dad asks.I shake my head. “I was just looking out the window.”“It’s warm outside, Deli. Don’t you want to go outside and talk to the others?”Again, I shake my head. “No, Dad. And please don’t ask me that again.”Dad is trying to gently nudge me into socializing.
Jeremy smiled faintly instead of answering me directly, which made me frown in confusion. “What is it, Jeremy?”“I want to ask you out. There’s a fair nearby, and I thought you might like to go.”“A fair?” I echoed, momentarily taken aback.Instinctively, I glanced at Dad, unsure of how to respond. But Dad gave no clear signal, instead looking pleased with Jeremy’s offer. “Yes, what do you think? If you’re up for it, I’ll get ready in thirty minutes,” Jeremy said, his tone sweet and patient, as if my earlier words hadn’t offended him.If I refused, I knew it would only deepen his disappointment. I nodded. “Okay, I’ll get ready.”“Great.” Jeremy smiled again. “I’ll meet you out front.”After Jeremy and Dad left the room, I exhaled heavily. Honestly, I wasn’t in the mood to go anywhere, but I couldn’t help it. Besides, how long could I live like this?That would be the question everyone in the pack would ask sooner or later. I had to adapt and settle back in, even if the memories of El
I hesitated to continue the conversation with Jeremy because he seemed unconvinced—my words must have sounded ridiculous to him. So I cut it short and turned away, but Jeremy quickly grabbed my arm.“Hey, Deli, don’t walk away like that,” Jeremy said.“You don’t believe me? Fine! I don’t want to talk about it anymore.”“Of course not, because I haven’t experienced it myself.” Jeremy sighed. “But if it’s about you, shouldn’t we at least discuss it?”“What is there to discuss?”“To avoid any danger or curse that might befall you.”I was silent for a moment, not sure how to answer. I had never discussed this with Elijah before. Would he react the same way if I told him about the card?“Deli?” Jeremy waved his hand in my face. “Are you ok?”“Forget it, Jeremy. We came here to have fun, but I already ruined it.”“If you’re uncomfortable, let’s just leave and go home.”Honestly, I’d already lost interest since I arrived. If I forced myself to stay and wander the fair, I’d only worsen things
"You asked a she-wolf to protect you? Shame on you," I paused, sneering, "Alpha Jeremy." Jeremy gritted his teeth and stepped forward, but the wolves guarding the arrogant Alpha blocked his path. They should've let Jeremy face or surrounded me—it didn't matter. My only priority was to get Delilah back. I didn't care if my body was crushed in the process as long as she stayed by my side. "King Elijah, please." Vincent looked at me, his whispered words distracting my attention. "We don't want to make things worse. We entered their territory without permission." "So?" "What we want is for Queen Delilah to return safely. Let's not make things worse." I had brought my best guards with me, not to hold back. They were ready to fight to the last drop of blood if necessary. Vincent's approach was too diplomatic. "I want Delilah back in my hands," I growled, frustrated. "Patience, my king. We don't want any unintended consequences. For now, please leave this to me." Vincent st
"I promise, Delilah."Elijah's firm words were all I needed. I turned to Jeremy and nodded."I have to go now," I whispered."Deli, don't do it!" Jeremy insisted.I moved forward, but Jeremy grabbed my arm. This wasn't what I wanted—if Elijah and Jeremy clashed again, everything would be ruined. If anything happened to Jeremy, it would lead to a full-blown war. The enemies of the royal pack, eager to overthrow Elijah, would take advantage of the chaos to claim the throne."I can't be with you, Jeremy," I whispered."Why do you have to follow his orders, Deli? I'll protect you. You don't have to be afraid.""I have to get back to Elijah." I looked into Jeremy's eyes. "Please understand my decision. It's what's best for all of us."Jeremy's expression hardened even as his grip loosened. His eyes reflected a mixture of sadness, disappointment, and anger. I knew my decision had hurt Jeremy's pride and his heart.But I couldn't leave Eli
I took a deep breath as Eugenia finished dressing me. A satisfied smile spread across her face, and she looked absolutely thrilled."This time, I'm really dressing a queen. A real queen," Eugenia said, her voice trembling as if she were about to cry. "Oh, I'm so sentimental. But if Beta Vincent could see you now, I'm sure he'd give you his smile. Without saying a word.""His expression says it all."Ah, I wanted to cry too. I missed Vincent."Do not cry, my queen. Save your tears! For today is your day," Eugenia said hastily.There was a knock at the door, and Eugenia quickly opened it. Aunt Disa entered with Elijah, both of them stepping forward. Their faces showed the same stunned expression, completely mesmerized by me.
I looked for Elijah, but he had been missing for the past few days. Even the others didn't know where he had gone, so I began to wonder what was wrong with him.I still hadn't decided whether to rule the kingdom without an Alpha. But one thing was clear: Elijah was my mate. If I became his Luna, Elijah would retake the throne as King Alpha.And if not... our relationship would remain that of mates, nothing more.The uncertainty made me uneasy. What was I to do? I needed Elijah's advice.I wouldn't mind him ruling beside me, but doubt crept into my mind.What if Elijah felt overburdened? He would once again sit on a throne that wasn't rightfully his. I was sure that thought weighed heavily on his heart.
Catherine's body was carried by the royal alphas, treated with care and reverence despite her father's heinous deeds. Catherine was just a victim of Camden's greed. I watched as Camden's face turned pale at the sight of his only daughter lying lifeless. He howled in agony, mourning her departure.Regret never comes at the beginning.This was Camden's reality.Elijah stood and faced me. I could feel the restlessness in his aura, the uncertainty as our eyes locked."Why, Delilah?" There was disappointment in Elijah's voice. "So it's true? You were purposely raised as a secret weapon by the non-royal wolves?""Wow! Watch your mouth, Elijah," Jeremy scoffed."Stop! Both of you!" I sna
The plan had been carefully laid out, and everyone was already marching to the palace to destroy Wanda. Alderwood was eerily quiet, with no one outside. Even the shops were closed. In the human world, they only knew it as a gang war. Yes, that was the rumor that had been spread. And the police could not do anything about it. They were only guarding the perimeter near the residential areas. "What's going on, my king?" I asked as we passed the closed shops. "I just want to end this war. And repay a debt to someone." My eyebrows almost furrowed. "A debt?" "Yes." Elijah nodded. "If it weren't for him, I might not be with you now." Who was Elijah talking about? One of the royal alphas approached Elijah, interrupting our conversation. "At the last crossroads, we will all regroup and go to the palace together, my king," the Alpha said. "We'll wait for the others if they haven't arriv
Our conversation was interrupted by a knock at the door, and I quickly opened it. Eugenia and Michael stood on the threshold, and I immediately pulled them both into my arms."Eugenia, I'm so happy to see you!"It had been months since I had last seen Eugenia, and guilt was eating at me for not standing up for her when she was kidnapped.Eugenia wiped away tears. "I'm glad to see you too, Deli. I was so afraid something had happened to you.""I'm the one who was worried about you. Especially after you were taken. What happened after that?"Before Eugenia could answer, Elijah approached us and said a quick goodbye."I need to meet with the other alphas. There's something we need to discuss," Elijah said.I nodded. "Okay, my king.""See you at dinner." Elijah gave a small smile.After he left, Eugenia and Michael entered my room, and the three of us sat down to talk.Eugenia told me what had happened to her after she had been taken.
The news that Orson, Fergus, and Arlington had been taken down brought euphoria to the Davenport pack. I was grateful that there were no casualties, and most of the pack members from the three alphas decided to surrender.They had sworn allegiance to Elijah. I felt a tremendous sense of relief."We have already made plans to attack the palace in a few days. The rogue wolves have attempted small attacks several times, but we've been able to handle them," Jeremy reported over the phone."That's great. Thanks for the update, Jeremy.""Hold on, Deli. Elijah wants to talk to you."My excitement grew. Then I heard Elijah's deep, sexy throat clearing."Delilah?" he called.
The Arlington estate lay ahead—not too far, but I could see it was heavily guarded. Riddick stood beside me, glanced over, and nodded politely."In the end, we stand together against a common enemy. You once sought my help, and... here we are," Riddick chuckled softly. "Fate has led us in circles, only to bring us together again.""Thank you, Alpha Riddick. Especially in such a chaotic time, I did not expect you to offer your help.""This is for the good of all of us, King Elijah. Not just the interests of one side," Riddick said, patting me on the shoulder. "Let's get ready."When my palace was attacked, I fought back with everything I had to defend my territory. I had experience in war.But to attack another pack? That was another story.Maybe it was my mother's blood running through my veins, but I wasn't like Edison or Elena. They were raised to be superior royal wolves. Me? I was just a lost cub with Omega blood in my lineage.If I had E
The moment I saw the birthmark on my twins' shoulders, my head felt like it was going to explode. I had studied the kingdom's history from the beginning, and I knew that the Celestial Moon was cursed until their empire collapsed.And it was true—that was the symbol of the Celestial Moon Kingdom!Is this a joke? I denied it, thinking it must be a coincidence.So, in addition to Crescent Moon blood, do I also have Celestial Moon blood flowing through my veins? Why would this happen to my twins?"Deli, the she-wolves won't say a word! There's nothing to worry about. Besides, it's just a birthmark—it doesn't mean anything," Aunt Disa said."Do you really think so, Aunty? Even you can't lie to me. Your face says otherwise; you're worried, too!"Aunt Disa fell silent as if confirming my fears, which made me even more anxious.We were already in the middle of a war, and now this problem had to arise. What should I do?"We'
Upon returning to the Davenport Pack, Elijah immediately joined the other alphas in the back terrace area. A tent and chairs had already been set up for the royal alphas to sleep and have meetings with Jeremy.I was about to head back to my room to check on the twins when Jeremy approached me and stopped me for a moment."Deli, I need to talk to you about Elijah," Jeremy said bluntly.I didn't bring up his earlier statement about being willing to accept me anytime, as if it was a subtle threat to Elijah. Instead, I just nodded and sat down on the edge of the bed while Jeremy sat down on the sofa."What do you say about King Elijah? What about him?" I asked."We still haven't decided whether to tell him about you—about who you really are, Deli. We're afraid the royal wolves might turn on you... or worse, try to eliminate you.""We both know they are not as savage as the rogue wolves. They have honor and keep their promises, Jeremy."