Laura has been working at the Snug Bistro for five months as a waitress, but she is not just any regular employee, she is my fated, my beloved mate. Alas, she would not know this, because she is a human. What makes things worse, my mate is currently in a relationship with another. Oh, how I wish I'd met her first. I would have courted her like any mortal man would and let her love for me develop at a normal pace. I'd love and treat her like the rare jewel she is. Although the bond has been driving me insane, I am not the type to just take her for myself like my barbaric full-blooded brethren would. *** Laura Ash, a waitress at a popular Bistro, is driven by her desire for independence. Despite her name, which symbolizes victory in Greco-Roman culture, Laura has encountered various hardships in life. While many might surrender when faced with such challenges, she persistently moves forward to pursue her dreams. Just as things finally seem to be turning around for her, she is hurled into a situation that may become her greatest challenge yet. One that will either make her stronger or drive her to the brink of insanity. Laura catches the attention of two very elite mystical beings. Will they hinder her path to true love and happiness as they try to steal her heart? Will her destined mate have the courage to fight back and claim his beloved?
View More“Who was the second man?!” Jerry bellowed, and the wolves outside released demonic snarls.“T-the s-second was m-my employer; he hugged me as I arrived. He thought s-something happened t-that made me late, but as y-you are aware, it ended sour,” I stuttered as my tears flowed down my cheeks. I hit my limit for today as dizziness started to shroud me. I clumsily raised my hand to my forehead and slumped in my seat. There were odd barks outside, then whimpering before the ruckus died down.Jerry glared at me with his fierce eyes; they looked more red than anything else. “Never, ever accept a lift from anyone again! Only I am to take you to work from now on! I will not repeat myself, Laura; NO man is allowed to touch you! Everything you do and say, I will know, do you understand?” he snarled throatily in my face.“Y-yes, my w-wolf, I-I am yours,” I wept, failing to keep my composure. “No one is to touch what is mine,” he repeated menacingly. “I will only be true to you, I s-swear,” I
**Jerry’s POV**I can’t wait to see her! It has been absolute torture without my gem. I do not know what has come over me. Why am I like this? Blackmailing my sweetheart was not how I planned things. I had been doing so well while preparing to make my move, but—when she held onto her arm, revealing her fated mark after the show, taunting us. Drud acted on his own, and I stupidly followed suit as our emotions became one. Fuck, the contract was to be used as a last resort when all else failed. I should have waited to win her trust! I scolded myself as I was angrily going through my thoughts and mixed emotions. Laura was like my drug, she had been gone from me for far too long and I needed my fix!The fated mark was nothing new to us; I was able to keep my angst intact as I had all my servants' eyes on Laura, making sure no stray mongrel approached her. With my status, no werewolf peasant would even dare disobey my order!Drud has never behaved like this towards any female, let alone a h
**Laura’s POV**I hear the door slam, my last and only line of hope extinguished. I wanted to tell Liam what happened. For some foolish reason, I believed he was the one soul I could go to for help. Instead of the warmth I once felt from his embrace, I was faced with the sharpened ice shards of his impaling words—striking what was left of my already shattered heart to complete nothingness.I’m struggling to breathe—the pain—it’s too heavy. I can’t release a sob, for I do not have enough air in my lungs to exhale. The water released from my tear ducts obscures my vision, yet I am still making my way to my locker. With my scarf still in my hand, I did not bother to cover my neck. Why would I when the one person whose opinion I valued the most sees me as a tainted ungracious pest? I could feel scowling eyes, judging the very essence of my being. I swear I can hear their thoughts calling me every foul word in the dictionary, trash, tramp, slut, whore... the list is endless.A sudden dizzi
**Liam’s POV**I’m sitting in my office waiting for Jacob. I summoned him because I needed to know what happened to Laura. I’m on edge and I know something was not right. I had felt it since last night at first joy followed by complete pleasure and bliss then after eleven, it was as though I was enveloped in absolute dread. I could not sleep at all and today an undeniable mixture of despair and terror invaded my heart. My mate was hurting and I needed answers, if not I will tear this whole place upside down like a fucking mindless animal. My wolf was ready to snap, Krait was overly quiet and Giaan tried to keep Ozouf calm. He was helping me as well, but I am not sure how much longer I could keep my composure.Jacob entered the office looking bitter, I have no idea what happened, but I fucking swear if he tried anything with her I am going to end him. I know he has a crush on her, but he always respected Laura. I was somewhat hesitant when she told me she was going to stay with him, bu
What is my purpose? Is it to forever feel unworthy and useless? Am I only intended to yearn for my passion, only to never see it through? I sobbed at these questions as my grief shrouded me with hopelessness. If only I had never met Michael, or if I had started working earlier, even though he disapproved of the idea, I might never have been in this fucked up situation. I am a complete emotional mess; my shower took longer than it should have, but I was somewhat able to gather what was left of my fragmented soundness. I need to get to the bistro ASAP and find my happy place. I don’t know why, but there it always feels like my true home.I dried myself and applied lotion over my marks of shame, hoping the sweet smell and its medicinal properties would magically heal them. I tied my wet hair into a bun, and put on makeup to try to hide my melancholy face as well as the bruises on my neck. Once finished, I carefully opened the door and peeked out, making sure Jerry was nowhere to be see
I was shocked; he sounded so upset. Was it because I went to Jerry's show without inviting him? It wasn't my place to do so, but I can't dwell on petty shit. Wait— could it be because I slept in Jerry's bed? Shit, I need to get cleaned up and rush to work and tell him everything. I started running at that thought. Once I reached the apartment, the door swung open, revealing Jerry with his unnerving stare. The last fucking person I wanted to see. "Sweetheart, what a surprise; finished work already?" he asked lazily as he leaned against the doorpost, gazing at me amorously. My rage got the better of me, and I aggressively approached him with my finger in his face. I asked with absolute malice while tears ran down my cheeks, "What the fuck did you do to me yesterday?!" With the speed of a viper, Jerry seized my hand and dragged me into the building, quickly shutting the door. I yelped, trying to shove him away from me, though he speedily trapped me in his arms. As I took a breath to
Jerry exhibited a deadly sneer, then casually fitted the microphone to its stand. "What's your name, Cruella—I mean Cinderella?" he scoffed, then grabbed a glass of water, taking a much-needed sip. I realised this was to quench his lethal tongue, his eyes looked determined, readying himself for the verbal battle ahead."Amber," she shouted with the utmost pride."Do you suffer from any medical conditions?""No, why?""You drunk, princess?" Jerry asked with a straight face, as the audience murmured a laugh."She's not, go fuck yourself," shouted a pissed-off voice I did not want to hear."Now that you interrupted me, I presume you're the boyfriend?" Jerry asked displaying a calm and relaxed demeanour."Yeah," Michael shouted proudly, placing his arm around Amber protectively."I would suggest you take her on dates where she can process her surroundings better. She seems a bit slow," Jerry said, showing a scornful expression. Some people laughed while others clapped."That's the asshole
So today was a bit of a depressing day. I viewed six apartments, but three of them were way out of my budget! The decent-priced ones had a roommate, but being with Michael for so long, I only wished for solitude. It was now half past three, and I was exhausted. Before I made my way back to Jacob and Jerry's place, I quickly headed to the shops and bought myself an ice cream.Once I reached the apartment and closed the door, I released a frustrated sigh. "Your ice cream can't be that bad?" asked a humoured voice.I got a fright; I was completely unaware Jerry would be here. "No, this was purchased to make my dreary day less disappointing," I said and tried to muster a laugh, attempting to hide my surprise."That bad, huh?" he asked lazily with his hands behind his head. He was sitting by the kitchen counter."You have no idea," I sighed, making my way to sit across from him, now giving my dripping frozen treat much-needed attention. I was so preoccupied, that I didn't pay attention to
Jacob was elated that I accepted his offer to stay with him. I personally think his excitement was mostly amplified by getting the chance to leave work early. We wasted no time and went straight to Michael's place. Luckily, a week ago, I made an excuse to clean my cupboards, allowing me to sneakily pack my things without raising suspicion. I also don't have much to pack, so it was super easy. I divided all my items from the things Michael had gifted me because I did not want to take anything that reminded me of him. He is the past, and that's where he needs to stay.So far everything fits perfectly in the trunk. Just as I retrieved my last box of items, Michael appeared from the shadows like a creature from a horror film. "You already found another man to leach off financially?" he hissed in a dangerous dark tone.Of course, I jumped at the sudden reveal, then responded in a somewhat calm voice, "Firstly, he is my friend, and secondly, I do not see why it should upset you so. I'm bein
**Liam's POV**It's now five to seven in the morning, the fifth time looking at my watch anxiously, while I am waiting for my employee. My fingernails in turn are jitterily striking the polished surface of my antique mahogany desk. All my emotions are jumbled-up fragments consisting of only excitement and dread. I can't wait to see her and finally have some alone time with her! Oh, but why can't I shake off this feeling of unease? Her serious expression yesterday, still very fresh in my mind's eye, has had me on edge up until now. I really hope nothing's wrong.Laura has been working at the Snug Bistro for five months as a waitress, but she is not just any regular employee, she is my fated, my beloved mate. Alas, she would not know this, because she is a human. What makes things worse, my mate is currently in a relationship with another. Oh, how I wish I'd met her first. I would have courted her like any mortal man would and let her love for me develop at a normal pace. I'd love and t...
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