Marcus's POVFour years had passed like a blur and as time passed, time drew nearer to when I would become alpha King.I had managed to suppress my raging desire and hunger for Lily during the day. Still, most nights, while my subconscious mind ruled my body, I would call out to her.With the dawn of day, those nights would be the worst. They reminded me of why I never wanted to fall in love or get married in the first place. Love was a weakness, and now I had to bear the pain of heartbreak alone.This day was no different. I had woken up hugging myself because I hugged her tightly in my dreams.I pushed thoughts of Lily aside as I gathered with my men to discuss the upcoming fight of beasts.Smithson had become a real pain, constantly challenging my authority. He had gotten on my nerves more than anyone should, and finally, I decided to give him what he wanted: a fight where the winner would be crowned the heir apparent to the throne."Alright, listen up," I began, my voice commandin
Marcus's POVAs I raised my head, I saw Smithson walk towards me with an air of pride. He has been rumored to win the upcoming fight of beasts and throw me off my seat.If only they knew they were bluffing.Smithson sauntered over, his smug expression only deepening the distaste I already felt for him. He stopped in front of me and looking into his eyes, I could see that he made no attempt to conceal the malice that lay concealed in them."What is Master Marcus doing here?" he sneered, his voice dripping with disdain. His mocking smile twisted his features into an ugly mask.I didn't want to engage with him. Smithson thrived on confrontation, and I had more important things to focus on. "I don't have time for your games, Smithson," I said coolly, turning to walk away.But Smithson wasn't done. "Ah, but you always have time for heroic deeds, don't you?" he said, his tone mocking. "Especially for a slave like Lily."I stopped in my tracks, my blood boiling. "Watch your mouth," I growled
Leila's POVI stared at all the greedy faces of the courtroom members and knew then that my plan was working perfectly well.“What price would that be?” King Adonis asked.The fish in the vase were not ordinary. The oils from the fish could replenish dead cells in the body, causing the person to have fresher skin and it also could enhance the sense of smell of the person.I turned to look at Marcus, then tried to make my smile as warm as could be, so it would be convincing enough.“I just want to be wedded to Marcus already,” I said and made a little tear slip down my cheeks.Maureen walked behind me and passed me a piece of cloth to wipe them away. “Thank you,” I said amidst sobs.I stole a glance at Marcus. He looked angry and frustrated.Maureen was right after all. After we left him at the entrance to the mansion, we noticed Smithson walking over in the same direction as him.Maureen had tapped me and said, “Sister, I perceive trouble, and Lily,”I frowned at her words because I k
Lily's POV“She lives in the wet housing district, not far from here. It's a bit run-down, but don't let that fool you. She's very powerful and very discreet. You'll need to knock on the door and wait for confirmation before entering. She values her privacy and security above all else,”Clara's voice kept echoing in my mind and I knew I had to get to action. As I looked at Fiona and Raymond preparing the perfumes and healing potions for the travelers we would meet today, I wondered if they could hear my thoughts at the moment.“Yes mother,” Raymond spoke up. I looked at him surprised.“I thought it was Fiona with that ability?” I asked.“No Mother, we share a lot more than you can think of,” He replied, moving his body childishly.“So, since you can hear my thoughts, both of you know and understand that we need to get help right?” I asked and waited patiently for their responses.“Since it's getting you so worried, I'm okay mother,” Fiona replied understandingly.I smiled and ruffled
Lily's POV I watched the man jumped down from the horse he was on. He looked strangely odd for a werewolf of the Twilight Ridge pack, but his runes bore him witness to his membership. “Who are you?” I asked defensively as I gathered my kids behind me. “Come on now,” The man said as he raised his hands to ruffle his brown hair as he briefly closed his eyes, relishing in the activity he was doing. “I promise I won't bite,” He added and winked at me with his almond-brown eyes. I could not believe the sight before me. The man had freckles on his face, was slim, and was really funny-looking. Most members of the Luna Crest Pack had brown hair, just like Leila and her father. But this man also had dark runes along his arms. I had learned to be wary of Twilight Ridge werewolves. “That doesn't answer my question,” I replied sternly. “Leave us alone,” Raymond said, peeking from behind me. I hushed him to stay put. “You know what? Forget it. We have perfumes and potions for sa
Shawn's POV Planning had begun with an immediate effect. We had a full moon coming in the next four months. I wanted to lay siege on Mistwood Creek then, but I could also not sit still and do nothing till then.“Shawn,” I turned as I heard Martin's voice.“What is the update?” I asked, eager to know the state of affairs in Mistwood Creek.Early in the morning, I had sent some guys to go in and report the state of affairs back in Mistwood Creek to me.I wanted to go there myself, but Martin offered to go there instead. Looking at him, I could tell something was wrong but he acted well composed.His smile felt a little forced.“There seems to be some internal strife among the royalties,” Martin relayed.“How serious?” I asked.“Very serious. Smithson, King Adonis's favorite knight was arrested because he insulted Marcus's mate who turned out to be the only slave he ever took on,”I felt something gnaw tightly at my intestines. Who was Marcus's mate and slave? “Who is this mate and sl
Shawn's POVI got down from my horse and helped Martin down too. We walked closer towards what looked like a giant grave and truly it was.“Is this not a wicked act?” Martin asked, looking into the grave and then at me.I didn't know.I didn't feel like it was a wicked act. It felt like it was done as a remedy to harm already done but what I did not understand was why I felt drawn to a huge grave.“Let's go,” I said hoarsely.I didn't particularly appreciate how I felt and wanted to leave the place as soon as possible. But just as we turned to go, I noticed a separate grave. It looked a little bigger than a grave for one person and around it were flowers grown all around it.I felt that strong pull again and walked, void of my volition to the grave. I stood over it and ran my hands over the flowers.Like a lightning shock, I felt a ripple effect course through my fingers from the flowers, and my mind became messed up.It's been a while since I had this attack, but here it was. Smithso
Leila's POV My mood had not been in its very best state. More maids seemed to be disappearing into thin air daily. Some I know of, some because of what they heard I did.I never really cared in the first place and I still don't care about it now. Worse still, my cover was blown. It would be pointless to keep on acting the part.Marcus had always known I was acting, but now he's got proof of it.If he decided to call off the engagement on that grounds, he would be granted his appeal and I could not allow that. I was already this close and cannot back down now.“Are you still worried about what to do?” Maureen asked as she presented me with a glass of water to drink.“I should know what to do but I don't and that's more annoying than being ignorant,” I replied after drinking the glass of water.“Do you want some food?” Maureen asked as she collected the glass from my hands.I looked at her and understood what she meant. Going down that path would leave the mansion with no maids.“Not