Lucien's POVIt had been almost a week since the welcome party for Avery at Devon's pack, I still bore hatred towards that bastard. If I ever catch him, I'll make sure he regrets being born.I had obeyed my father and sent a gift to him but that doesn't mean it was a good gift. Tch, I still feel angry.I looked at my bed and saw Stella lying in it. She had been begging for sex for a while now but I'm not in the mood. I don't know why I feel so much anger within me, after all, I had rejected her.I walked to the balcony, looking out into the sky and staring at the horizon. I was a bit off today for unknown reasons, I had this nagging feeling on my chest, and it made me uncomfortable. I had tried to get rid of it but I just couldn't. Maybe I should fuck Stella, that might take my mind off things.I sighed and walked back in, taking off my robe to get in bed. My dick wasn't even hard yet and Stella didn't look as hot as she used to.As I was about to climb the bed, I heard a knock on the
Lucien's POV I felt strength slowly flow into my body as the life slowly drained from my father's own. It felt like his soul was entering my body and I felt warmth all over.Tears streamed down my face as memories of my childhood appeared in my mind, flashing through. My hands trembled as I gradually felt the life leaving his body.I remembered when I had gotten lost in the woods and my father had sent out the whole pack including the maids and the guards to join him in searching for me, I hadn't even been that far away from the pack.I also remembered when I had asked him about my mother, I had never seen my father so sad. He must miss her a lot. I was also going to miss him a lot, we might not have been on the best of terms these last few weeks but that was due to the influence of a third party.I knew that my father had been suffering due to his illness but I didn't want to acknowledge it. Due to my selfishness, I wanted my father to stay alive for as long as possible, I didn't wa
Lucien's POVIt had been almost a week since I made the announcement and the pack was now in a recovery mood. The first three days after the announcement had been hard for the pack, my father had been a great alpha no doubt and he was loved by many.I had called for another meeting to talk to the pack, I had to let them know that we had to move on, we had to keep on striving and we had to survive for my father's sake.We can't give the other pack the chance to look down on us, we have to be strong and willful.I sighed, strong and willful. I wasn't only talking to the clan that day, I was also talking to myself. I needed to be willful and strong and I needed to tie up loose ends before I left.I was going to claim Avery back from Devon's pack, that was the only wish my father had that I wasn't going to carry out.I sat in the hall with Esme by my side as we awaited our guests. A few minutes later, Donovan walked in.“Lucien, you've finally decided to speak with this old man.”“Alpha L
Avery's povI wiped my eyes to clean my tears. Nowadays, all I've been doing is crying. My life has gone from an all-time high to an all-time low. I can't believe how it switched so fast.I had gone from having someone love me and having a friend to having no one at all. I was all alone. Even the maids, guards and other residents of the castle have stopped treating me with kindness.But I was still confused, what had I done or what had I not done, because judging from what Devon had said, he had taken me because he wanted to use me, but for what?This was unfair, really unfair. I did all I was supposed to do, I was even ready to have sex with him and yet he just dumped me like this?He never even loved me, I guess I was just delusional. Delusional Avery seems like a nice fit. I was wrong about love and I was also wrong about friendship.And that whore Isabella, I can't believe she would do something like that. I trusted her, I believed in her and this is how she repays me. By stealing
Avery's pov My life really went from worse to worst. Isabella made sure to work me to the bones. I cleaned, mopped and even washed her bedsheets. Those bedsheets had to endure rounds upon rounds of sex between her and alpha Devon, I felt sorry for them.They were a combination of sticky and crusty and I just had to throw them out and get her a new one. But just like how I should have expected, Isabella asked me to get that one and wash it clean.I ran errands for Isabella from morning till evening and even at night, I didn't even have the time to cry about how much more miserable my life had become.I felt weak all over and my body was sore, I couldn't get enough sleep and it was taking its toll on me. I had endured everything, not wanting to cross alpha Devon but then, they pushed it up a level.They asked me to clean the room while they had sex in it. I protested but one look from alpha Devon and I kept quiet and did as I was told.Isabella's moans filled the room and I found it ha
Isabella's povIt had been a week since I told Devon I was pregnant for him. I had never seen him so happy and I knew I now had him wrapped around my fingers.That little bitch Avery had been getting on my nerves lately, talking shit about wanting to amend her relationship with Devon and getting back together.I had wanted to knock her down a peg but I had to be cautious, I didn't want Devon to think I was some evil bitch that would stoop to that level so I waited for my chance and now I finally got it.I knew that now that Devon knew I was pregnant for him, he would do anything I asked so I requested that he make Avery my maid.She cleaned and washed and did other things I asked her to do. I worked her until her bones were aching and her muscles were sore. If I had my way, I would have asked her to bathe me and even wash my ass.I enjoyed seeing her miserable, it made me feel like I was better than her and it made me confident that she would never be able to take my man from me.I h
Avery's POVI scoffed as I watched Isabella scream out, the way she screamed made me more angry, though the push was intentional, I think she deserves it. Turning away from her, I made to go into the room but Devon's voice made me stop, "What's going on here?"I watched as Isabella's eyes brightened up, "Devon. My Baby!" She cried out, and Devon quickly rushed to her."Are you okay?" He asked, and she shook her head, "I'm not, my stomach hurts. I think something happened to my baby""What!" His eyes widened, and he turned to me, his eyes blazing with anger. "What did you do to her.""I mistakenly pushed her and she fell." A slap landed on my face, and I winced out, taking my hand to my cheek which was now stinging badly."Are you crazy! Who do you think you are!" He yelled out."My baby!!" Isabella cried out, and he quickly rushed to her, carrying her up in a bridal style."Get the doctor!" He ordered a passing maid, and she immediately rushed off. He turned to me with an intensifying
Avery's POVI was curled up on the bed when the door suddenly busted open, revealing two guards, my brows furrowed in confusion and I sat up. The guards walked to me, grabbing me roughly by the hand."What are you doing?!" I asked but they said nothing and dragged me out of the bed, taking me out of the room."I said what are you doing?!!" I asked again but it was still the same, no reply. They continued dragging me to where I have no idea of and as we walked, the people stared at me.Few minutes later, we stopped in front of the dungeon and my eyes widened."Why am I..." I was thrown inside a cell before I could talk, my body landed roughly on the floor and I winced out in pain as I stared at the guards who locked the cell before starting to walk away.Tears slipped out of my eyes as I watched their backs till I could see them no more. I slowly sat up going to rest my back on the wall as different questions flowed through my mind.Why am I here? Did something happen to Isabella? Am I
Lucien's Pov Walking down the aisle was one thing I never imagined I would do. The thought of walking down a path lined with roses and a red carpet, and holding someone in my arms beside me that I promised to love and care for, seeming like a foreign concept. It felt weird to think that I had finally been humbled. And that I had finally been brought to my knees to consider love as anything more than erotic pleasure. It still felt strange to me that I had actually gotten here. To this point? And a part of me really felt proud.I never thought I would get here and I never thought I would actually get married… I had feared I would end up living and dying as hedonistic. But I guess miracles happen, and this just happened to be mine. I was happy even though I was a bit confused and tepid. I looked courageous and smug but I was still scared internally. I feared my old habits would come back to haunt me. And I worried I wouldn't be the best husband for Avery… She was a beautiful soul and ho
Avery's PovTwo months later The crowd had gathered for the festivities and the courtyard was full of life. The entirety of Silverwood had been called for this occasion and everyone with ears had heeded the call. The streets were lined with people, stalls and activity. Musicians filled the streets with instruments and sounds. Some of the stalls filled with ale and the people were aloof and afloat. Food was bountiful. As steaks rolled over fires and men sold rottiserie chicken and smoked seasoned salmon over counters. The energy all around contagious. No single soul lost or sad or broken. Everyone, irrespective of class or status had come and were happy. All needs were met and all wants provided. It had been two months now and the town of Silverwood had gone from chaos and fighting to peace and tranquility. The people had reached a calm and began rebuilding. The torn ties, the distrust and the loss. The grieving families had been supported and helped to move on. Everyone was slowly an
Luciens's PovI held her in my hands and I just couldn't contain the feeling. The rush of energy I felt inside and the lightness in my head. Her body was soft and her motion was gentle. I held her close and she sighed quietly; her soft moans driving me crazy as we held each other. I didn't know I could feel this way. And I didn't know I could feel so in love. The state I was in wasn't one of lust or to have her in bed. I held her in my arms now and the only thing I wanted was to have her there. The only thing I wanted was to hold her close and hold her forever…Avery was everything and Avery was beautiful. Her hands around me as she tried to sink into my skin. I could feel her getting closer and edging closer. I could feel her wanting to close the gap and want to be near me. I could feel her energy matched mine and that she wanted me as much as much as I wanted her. The sparks lighting up and almost written in the skies. I really didn't want to let go but I had to. I didn't really wan
Avery's PovI woke up now in a gasp. My breathing heavy as I glanced in every direction frantically. I shot out of the chair or bed or whatever I was resting on and got up to my feet. I turned every which way, my eyes swinging from one side of the room to another. Then shooting up to the ceiling to see if what I had seen in my dream wasn't a dream. And if it had been real…It felt too real not to be and I deeply hoped it wasn't just hallucinations. As I looked up at the ceiling to find the carved statuettes but instead I saw a blank ceiling made of wood. I looked around for the white dress. With the veil and the mannequin? But I saw nothing. And now I quickly turned to look for Lucien. To see him maybe in the suit I had seen him in. To see his hair, and to see him smiling wide at me the way I had seen him. With the box in his hand. To hear his voice and hear him explain how he wanted to marry me. And how he had made plans for the wedding. And all he needed was a yes…But I turned arou
Avery's PovI woke up confused and I didn't know where I was at first. I struggled to open my eyes and also to keep my vision steady. My eyes opening slowly like curtains and my body feeling weird between my legs. I felt a sharp pain in my hips and I could feel my thighs quake slightly. I looked down at myself to see that I was in robes?... I looked up and I didn't recognise where I was. The room in front of me is different from the one I remembered. The design different from the room I last saw myself in. The windows were wide and open, the curtains were drawn to the sides to let in light. And I found myself on a bigger bed. The sheets very soft and delicate in my hands as I rested on it with my palm, turning my head sideways trying to figure out where I was.“Rise and shine princess…” I suddenly heard a voice call. And I frowned and turned slowly. My head still hurting slightly and my legs strangely weak and tired. I managed to complete the turn and I was surprised to see Lucien stan
Stella's PovIt just didn't feel right… and it just didn't make any sense. Yet it was all my reality… After all these years of hatred. To only come to realise I was hating my own blood?... That I was hating what I was supposed to love, and loving what I was supposed to hate?... The thought of being abused and used without even realising it made me shiver. I had been lied to so long and so well I couldn't even tell the difference. The lines between what was real and what was false blurring together into one vague absolute. I just couldn't believe the wool had been pulled over my eyes for so long. I had been blinded and led like a sheep and I thought I knew what I was doing? I thought I was right? I thought I was fighting for a good cause?... That my intentions were justified, and the allies were the enemies while the real enemies were actually the allies. I had gone against sensible reason and veered off wildly, and now it made me question my own self?... To believe that I was this
Lucien's PovI pulled out as she convulsed and came all over everything. The sheets and her dress was soaking wet and her hands by her side with her mouth open in a gentle sigh. She had quickly reached climax in just a few strokes and I wondered if I was that good or she was just very invested in the moment? Or even worse, she was just faking it?... I climbed off and let her lie there. I buckled my belt back in place and released a sigh myself. The moment short but the feeling mutual. Avery was a beautiful being, and down there she was tight. I was surprised at how I flowed through in and out seamlessly. Each stroke leaving her moaning loudly and gasping in short bursts. Her body jerking at every motion, her fingers gripping my legs, trying to hold on, and trying not to pass out. Trying not to let the rush send her unconscious. Her moans soon turned into cries, her eyes wet as it was seemingly too much for her. I wanted to stop but each time she moaned I only went deeper. Her cries ac
Avery's PovI was glad I had seen this coming. I was happy to have seen this beforehand and prevented it. As the guards came in now just at the exact moment. The guards came in now just at the exact time Lucien would have been deep inside me and too far gone to cover up and rationalise. I was happy I held myself accountable; and held myself accountable for both our reputations…As the two guards now stood at the door with several clothes in hand, all of them folded and all of them in the shape of dresses. With different colours and different designs. I stood there frowning in confusion as they stood with their hands out and their waist slightly bent in a saluted pose. Their chins raised and their heads high.“We have brought the clothes sire…” The leading guard called. “The one you asked for, for the benevolent lady of yours…”And the guards tone surprised me. His aggressive voice had gone down a baritone lower. And he now sounded more like a butler than a guard. And the way he talked
Avery's PovI held his hand and he closed his eyes again. This time relaxing and not trying to pull away. He let my palm touch his and then closed his eyes. The exchange of energy making him ease into calm and his legs suddenly twitch. I saw his feet move slightly and then again. Before he opened his eyes and then let go. Immediately moving himself forward and getting out of bed, standing on his feet and turning around. “Being paralysed is a curse really…” he smiled, staring directly at me. His perfect teeth showing in full view. He looked suddenly refreshed and revitalised. The look on his face far from someone who was just sick.I smiled back at him not knowing what else to do. I watched him spin on his heels and click his feet in a hopscotch. He had suddenly lost his stern austerity and now was as giddy as a horse… “Are you okay Alpha?...” I asked now, frowning with my head down slightly. But he only turned towards me with his smile growing bigger. “Never been better, and thank