"Mrs. Wilson is already here. And she's waiting for you to be done. Everything has been set and your father has given the go-ahead. Everything will be done by midnight while everyone is asleep. So you will be going to bed once the pain subsides."As Penelope's mother sat by her bedside, her face radiated with a sense of calmness, even though she was deeply worried about her daughter's condition. She had been consulting with Wilson who had recommended that her daughter be prepared before undergoing the procedure.Penelope was laid on her bed as the maids carefully washed her with a mixture of vinegar and water, which was believed to have antiseptic properties. The concoction had a pungent smell that made her nose wrinkle, but she bore it without a word of complaint.The maids were clueless about what was going on, but they went about their duty with precision, gently washing Penelope's body from head to toe. They brushed her hair and massaged her scalp with rosemary oil, which was beli
The stillness of the air was shattered by the sound of distant screams, the clashing of metal, and the shattering of wood. The once serene night was now filled with the chaos of battle. The noise grew louder and closer, a cacophony of blood-curdling cries and the clash of swords. The ground shook beneath their feet as the sound of something heavy crashed to the earth. Penelope clutched her mother's hand tightly, her heart racing with fear and uncertainty. The door to their room burst open, and one of the guards appeared, his face contorted with terror."Your Highnesses, we are under attack!" he shouted, his voice barely audible over the deafening noise outside. "A Lycan has breached the perimeter and is attacking the Pack! He can't be stopped."Penelope's heart sank as she heard the news. The Lycans were known for their brutality and lack of mercy. She felt helpless, resigned to her fate as she knew the odds were not in their favor. But she was very confused, as to why a Lycan would a
Penelope and her mother remained hidden behind the wardrobe, listening as the sound of the Lycan wolf's growls gradually faded away. Penelope could feel her heart pounding in her chest, her breath coming in short gasps. She was so scared that she can barely move, barely even think.And then, suddenly, there was a scent in the air that she recognized immediately. It was a sweet, comforting scent, and it fills her with a sense of calm and safety. She knew who it was before she even looked up. And when her wolf muttered, "Mate" she was utterly shocked."Liam," she whispered, her voice barely more than a breath.Her body screamed at her to run to him, to wrap her arms around him, and never let go. As Penelope laid her eyes on Liam, fear and confusion overwhelmed her. She could not believe that the man she loves could attack her father, but at the same time, she cannot ignore the feeling of love that still burns within her for him. Liam is a mess of emotions, his face contorted with rage
Liam grabbed Penelope tightly by the hand, ready to flee from the room, but before they could make their escape, the sound of boots pounding on the stone floor caught their attention. Suddenly, the door burst open and a team of guards barged into the room, weapons drawn.Liam was caught off guard, but he quickly took action, shifting back into his Lycan form and lunging towards the attackers. He threw the first few guards across the room with ease, but soon, they swarmed him from all sides, attacking him with swords and shields and claws and rage.Penelope watched in horror as Liam struggled to fight them off, his body being struck again and again by their weapons. Blood was everywhere, and Penelope could barely breathe as she watched him being beaten to a pulp.Despite his injuries, Liam fought on, his eyes filled with an intense determination to protect Penelope at all costs. But it was clear that he was outnumbered and outmatched, and soon, he was lying on the floor, bleeding profu
"Don't let them escape!!" Penelope shuddered at the unmistakable, gruff voice of her father. All he could do in his immobile state was yell out the command while his subjects did his bidding. Liam's muscles were on fire as he lifted Penelope off the ground, his heartbeat thundering in his chest as he carried her in his arms. With every step he took, he felt the weight of his past mistakes weighing down on him. But he refused to let that hinder his mission - to keep Penelope safe at all costs.As they moved through the secret passageway leading out of the packhouse, Liam stumbled a time or two, but he pushed on, determined to escape the clutches of the pack. The passageway was dark and narrow, and he could barely see a few feet ahead of him. But he trusted his instincts and kept moving forward, relying on his years of experience as a shapeshifter to guide him.Penelope clung to him tightly, her fingers digging into his skin as they made their way through the dark, damp passageway.
"Leave him alone, you idiots!" A very terrifying voice rang loud and clear across the open space, and everyone froze."Leave him alone, have you gone deaf." It was a hushed whisper from the man who had ordered Liam to be killed immediately. Liam struggled against the strong grip of the men, feeling helpless and vulnerable. He couldn't believe that he had been so close to death and was grateful for the sudden intervention that saved him from an untimely demise.As he looked up, he saw a tall, imposing figure approaching them, the man's footsteps echoing loudly in the clearing.The man had a commanding presence, with a rugged face that showed years of battle scars and a bald head that glistened in the moonlight. His piercing blue eyes scanned the group of men and settled on Liam, causing him to shudder involuntarily. The man was clearly a powerful Alpha and someone to be reckoned with."Liam- Alpha Liam? Right?"The man's eyes widened in shock as he took in the sight before him. It wa
Liam gently laid Penelope on the bed, her breathing shallow and uneven. He ran his fingers through her hair, taking in her delicate features. He couldn't help but worry about her. He knew she was hurt badly and needed medical attention.As he stood up to get some water, he heard a knock on the door. Liam walked over to the entrance, wondering who it could be. He opened the door to see a huge armored man standing outside, looking at him expectantly.Liam couldn't help but be amazed at the size of the guard who stood before him. This man could easily pass for a giant! Liam couldn't even begin to imagine how much food he consumed in a day to maintain that size. The guard, whose name was Rusell, introduced himself in a deep, booming voice that made the ground shake a little.Liam tried not to laugh as he took in the man's enormous biceps, which were so big they looked like they could burst out of his uniform at any moment. His chest was so broad and muscular that Liam couldn't see around
Even as he stood to leave, he couldn't believe what he had just heard from the Alpha, Enzo. His heart was pounding in his chest, and his thoughts were in a jumble as he followed the guard back to his chambers. The irony of the situation wasn't lost on him. He had risked everything to save Penelope from the clutches of her father, and now she was being called an enemy. It would only take an insane amount of trust to keep her, which was something only a very few Alphas had. Patience and risk weren't something you found everywhere these days.As he walked through the hallways, he couldn't help but wonder who had given Enzo the information about Penelope. As he entered the room, he noticed that Penelope still hadn't woken up. She still looked frail and exhausted, with beads of sweat on her forehead. Liam's heart ached as he looked at her, feeling helpless and scared for their future.He sat by her side, taking her hand in his and caressing her face gently. He leaned over and whispered