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Chapter Eight - The Mate Bond
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Adam’s POVI couldn’t believe it. What a time to be out of control when I should have been closeted with my ranking warriors planning the takeover of the werewolf world. Total domination. It was my destiny.Instead I had a new plaything: Rose.As soon as I saw her on that stage I had to have her. She reminded me of Clare, the same colouring, that ability to transcend her surroundings.I don’t suppose she saw it like that.It was wrong of me to call her a slut when she so clearly wasn’t, unlike my late wife. Clare sought only prestige from our marriage; her favours were free to all.Remaining friends with her sister was my way of atoning. Jane introduced me to the BDSM scene after Erica confided in her that my inner beast was losing control. I soon acquired a taste for it, appeasing Marlon.And now, it seemed, I had a second chance mate.Well, Moon Goddess be damned, I didn’t believe in all that.Yet there was something about Rose which led me to think she would last longer than the ot
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Rose’s POVI felt the pain radiate everywhere from the region of my chest for the third time this week. Sometimes, Lycan Adam made me watch as he serviced another. More often than not it came as a surprise, waking me from sleep and just about destroying my wolf.The clock was ticking and, as usual, I had little to report.On a positive note, the Lycan King had no plans to make a move on Alpha Lewis’ territory until he had secured sovereignty over all the clans in his county. I doubted the Alpha would be interested to know he was intending to strip a rival pack of their monopoly on the growing of beets, yet I had to pad my meagre information out somehow.My lack of real progress was worrying. I didn’t want Willow suffering a fate worse than death. That bargain between the Alpha and me, could I count on him holding up his end even if I delivered? I was trying not to think like that. Yet it would hardly be good to provoke Lycan Adam into raiding the only county in the district which cou
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Rose’s POVI knew Alpha Lewis wouldn’t come in person, but I didn’t expect to see Willow with Connor. For one thing, she was under age. The signs everywhere stated you had to be over twenty-one. Maybe they had faked her ID.“Is this wise?” I hissed, as he stood beside me at the bar.Lycan Adam had gone ahead to “personally prepare the scene”.My sister was looking all around in awe.“He ditched his ex for me,” she confided.Connor frowned. “I’ll explain later, and no, but I’m not the one in charge.”The bartender overheard.“Tonight you are,” she laughed. “Unless the little missy is a dominatrice, which I very much doubt.”I followed them to a corner sofa.“I don’t have long,” I said.“Rose, what are you wearing?”The strappy leather outfit left nothing to the imagination. I reddened.“Don’t even go there, Lolo.”“It’s good to see you, sis,” she said, sucking up vodka noisily through a straw.“And you shouldn’t be here. At all,” I said, wiping the happy grin from her face.“You said i
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Rose’s POV Imagine my surprise as I went through the door only to see Alpha Lewis reclining on the bed. “Did you miss me?” he smirked. I wanted to hurl myself at him and pound my fists against his chest. His bare chest with the scorpion tattoo. “Where’s Lolo?” I demanded. “I want to see her.” “You’re in no position to make demands, Rosie.” His careless use of a name which had never been mine made me furious. But I needed to keep a cool head. “I’m not saying a word about what I know until I’m sure she’s safe.” “That does it. Bring the thumbscrews, Connor.” “You wouldn’t dare … ” Would he? I was probably dispensable now and would be even more so when I had told him my news. I began to back away, only to run into a solid wall of muscle. There was no comfort to be had there, just restraint. “Only joking, Rosie. I must say, you’re looking mighty fine. Fancy a tumble first?” I struggled, but the Beta was far too strong for me. “Don’t toy with her, Lew,” he said. “Rose isn’t the
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Willow’s POVThat club was something else. I felt excited despite the cosplay outfit and it meant I got to see Rose again.It was a surprise to see her showing so much bare flesh. I was the one who flaunted myself when we visited that natural pool in the woods, just below the waterfall.I knew I shouldn’t have said anything because I didn’t want to embarrass her. The gown suited her so much more.I was already slightly tipsy, yet glad to play a part in rescuing my sister for a change. The Alpha had told me she needed “saving from herself”, whatever that meant.He couldn’t keep up with the lies. Did he think I was stupid? Most people did, especially boys. Well, who had the last laugh usually? Rose to the rescue. It was never really needed, but I let everyone think it. Feeling hurt about that eased my grief a little because, oddly, it reminded me of our mother. Mom would have probably smiled and said, “Never stop being you, my girl.”I like to think so anyway.When I saw the stunning w
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Connor’s POVThe air of triumph didn’t last long. Lew hadn’t received the information he needed and was promised and all because Sarah had fallen ill. I suspected she had done it deliberately to get her own back on Willow. I hoped that would be the end of it. Endless tit for tat games helped no-one, as my own sisters had found out to their cost.May now had a permanent facial scar and Alice was so guilty she seldom wore make-up.And, in the end, Rose had proved stubborn, sticking out for some assurance her little sis was okay. Good for her.“The Omega mentioned a weakness, didn’t she? I wonder what it could be.”“We have to pull her out. It’s far too dangerous.”“Eager to claim your prize? You’ll have to wait a while longer, Con.”So he had been serious about that. My Rose. I wondered how she would take it.Then the Alpha told me what he suspected – no, knew for certain from one of her messages – about her being the Lycan’s fated mate.I was crushed, wanting to shrivel and die on the
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Rose’s POVI didn’t see Nina for a whole week because the other kind of curse struck for us both. In my case it was a relief. Lycan Adam considered a menstruating female unclean and I was tempted to celebrate but restrained myself in case he was watching. Concealed cameras had once caught Nina out, she told me. How was I to know for sure my master hadn’t installed some in here, the so-called harem room?It was empty of anyone but me for the moment. I felt isolated, lonely and bored. If I asked nicely, maybe he would allow me to have a TV. He refused, of course, though granted me the temporary use of a cell phone, warning that I would be monitored.Rashly, I had told him I wanted to text my sister. I even gave him her real name. My hope was that she would show the coded messages to Alpha Lewis. We’d played around as kids and I was hoping she hadn’t forgotten how we’d given new meanings to nursery rhymes.“How much do you miss her?” he asked from just outside the open door, Adam’s idea
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Rose’s POV “Is your sister still a child?” The demand came out of left field and shocked me to the core. Had Lycan Adam managed to decipher the hidden meaning behind our texts? Admittedly, we hadn’t been very subtle. But why challenge me now? Had someone else seen them? I tried not to panic as I finished lacing up my corset. I was becoming adept at this ever since Jane had left mysteriously to “take care of something”. “In some ways. Why?” “Humpty Dumpty? Seriously?” “He was an old guy who brought us provisions.” “Don’t tell me, he had an egg shaped head?” “Yes, Adam.” I’d been instructed to drop the “Master” unless we were in a play situation. “Reminiscing takes her mind off our situation. Neither one of us expected to be sold by our own father.” I couldn’t emphasise that point enough. If it made him a target it was no more than he deserved. After all, overcoming him would be easy and then Lycan Adam could retrieve what he had forked out and seriously plan where to strike ne
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Rose’s POVTimo backed me up.“She’s right, my king.”“As always. I’ll see to it.”I calmed down after that, making arrangements in my head. Lolo was in my thoughts but my priorities were here.“Put Connor next to Simone. As for that – thing, I want his remains as far away as possible.”I couldn’t help the bitterness after the damage he’d done to my sister.“Noted. Anything else, Rose?”I was grateful he wasn’t grinning otherwise I would have lost it in front of everyone and pummelling the Lycan King’s chest is a good way to get a girl killed.“Let me tell my sister when they return. I don’t want to spoil things.”“Does she know about Brandon?”I shook my head. “She will be disappointed he’s staying put. Have you heard anything about her, this sorceress?”Everyone was looking at me as if I’d lost my mind. I was usually so respectful in company.“Only her name. Hyacinth. You have something in common,” he pointed out.“Adam, what are you trying to say?”He didn’t answer and I worked it
The Lycan's Acquisition Chapter Sixty-Four - Sons
Adam’s POVRose wasn’t in labour long. I thought I heard her murmur, “Sam,” before her eyes closed.I couldn’t decide who was more proud, Erica or me. My sister was back on her feet again and assured me the delivery had gone fine. Mom looked in as well, briefly. She was constantly tired these days, some of her spirit having left with the giving of so many pints of blood.George had examined her and informed me she just needed time to recover. The mage had been threatened by my half-brother so this untypical weakness wasn’t down to either of them.I named the eldest one Zak. He would be my heir. It was too early to tell if they would be light haired and that didn’t bother me any more.Alpha Horace of all people sent his congratulations. He made no mention of a treaty and nor did I.The border guards patrolled regularly and reported back there were no breaches. A poacher intruded once but they sent him to his Maker, the human God and feasted on the rabbits he’d snared.I wasn’t pleased
The Lycan's Acquisition Chapter Sixty-Three - The Rogue Threat
Willow’s POVWe had a traitor in our midst. It vexed me I didn’t have a clue who it was. Robert also looked shamefaced as if it was all his fault that intruders were trashing the place. Yet he’d stayed behind to do an almost impossible job prior to joining the Lycan pack. They’d been contained in one area but there were others barrelling in and we didn’t have the numbers to deal with them all. Or so I thought.I wanted to ask him about Sarah but didn’t like and now wasn’t either the time or the place.As it turned out, Lucy had been seeing a rogue on the sly. I couldn’t believe it at first; it was Nat who told me. By a strange coincidence it wasn’t Dean, Nathan or Benny but Felipe. What were the chances of me knowing him? I reckoned he was the best of a bad bunch. These loners sought allies and dropped them as easily as feral cats mated and moved on.Alvarez had allegedly murdered our father. I knew I wasn’t brave enough to seek revenge just yet, but maybe my mate would help.Then I b
The Lycan's Acquisition Chapter Sixty-Two - Red Riding
Willow’s POVIt was good to see Natalie again, though Joan had a worried frown on her face.“Don’t be scared,” I said. “The Lycan King’s not all bad.”Hearing a cough behind me, I went on to introduce Niall. I made it quite clear we were to be mated just in case Nat was getting any ideas.“I’m here to oversee the packing up and transporting of goods and chattels.”“What he means is – ”“We have a new master. Can’t say I’m sorry.”“But what’s to become of this place?” Joan fretted.Niall shrugged. “A tourist attraction, maybe a hotel. Is there somewhere we can freshen up?”“Of course. I’ll organise some food for everyone. How many men have you brought with you?”That was the housekeeper, ever practical.My mate took it the wrong way. “That’s need to know.”I hated the look of fright on the older woman’s face.“Joan’s only trying to help. She’s not the enemy,” I said.“Good job you’re here or I’d probably get on the wrong side of everyone,” he muttered. “Apologies, she-wolf. Understanda
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Rose’s POV It was no use pleading with Adam. He was determined Alpha Connor should pay for his treachery and criminal lack of leadership qualities. “He can’t come back here, though I will find a place for Robert.” He grinned. “It will be nice to have more Omega she-wolves beneath me.” “Not literally, I hope.” I winced and touched my stomach but the pain soon went away. “When will Brandon be back?” My mate shrugged. “Who knows? I’m not an expert when it comes to dealing with an unscrupulous mage.” “Lolo’s missing him. They built up quite a rapport.” He took my hand and kissed it. “I’ll always be grateful to your sister for giving up her precious blood.” “But we still haven’t had that war. I mean, it was more of a bloodless takeover.” “Thankfully,” he said. I couldn’t believe the warmonger had just said that. I felt compelled to test him. “Do you think Alpha Horace has delusions of grandeur? I mean, historically, there used to be a King of Alphas. Once the notion’s in his head
The Lycan's Acquisition Chapter Sixty - Rescue Comes At A Price
Willow’s POVWhere did it all go wrong? When I saw Alpha Lewis’ face at the window or was it because I didn’t immediately say so to the Lycan?The bloodsuckers were out in numbers, up for a feeding frenzy, and the blonde woman I’d seen before was among them.“Jason will be pleased,” she said, flexing her fingers.I cringed to see the elongated nails, painted green.“How did you get in?” I blurted.“One of my little friends invited me,” she gushed. “Now, all you have to do is submit to your Alpha. Beckon him, or I’ll slit this one’s throat.”“No!” I shrieked.“Don’t do it, Lolo.”Niall looked so determined, so heroic I almost swooned.Jane removed the knife from his neck and pierced his skin with a fingernail.“So fresh,” she purred.“Run, girl!”I wanted to stay and watch the fight but for some reason I felt compelled to obey him. Mom had often told us your true mate would condition you to follow his lead. Had I found him? Alyssa was in no state to know. And it may be different with a
The Lycan's Acquisition Chapter Fifty-Nine - Making Plans
Adam’s POVSomething must be done about Hodges. I wouldn’t put it past him to welcome back the hybrid Alpha Lewis and declare himself his second. That wasn’t on.I knew Rose couldn’t understand why I was treating Reed so well. Women and warcraft didn’t mix, though Lycan females could make good warriors.She would never be alone with him but I did permit a catch up during which she learned that her sister was improving daily before she was abducted.And now, apparently, she had been rescued yet again. I really hoped Trevor was behaving himself around her, though suspected Niall would keep him in line.The positive thing was that we had another medic at last. It may not even be temporary which would mean Red Riding were vulnerable if and when there were casualties. I’d once tasked Rose with helping to avoid more bloodshed; now I was minded to teach this pack a lesson.Was there no loyalty among its so-called leaders? What an example to set.George had already informed me that the virus
The Lycan's Acquisition Chapter Fifty-Eight - Renewed Hope
Rose’s POVI couldn’t understand what all the fuss was about. I’d only ventured to the kitchen for a glass of water. Michaela was nowhere to be seen. I wouldn’t have known what to say to her anyway.Without his mark I felt incomplete.Adam’s relief on seeing me soon turned to the inevitable anger.“I told you to stay put, woman.”“And if I had this apparition might have taken me.”He’d been telling me how the mysterious visitor had simply vanished. Could there be a new threat in the form of a vengeful witch? I doubted it. But maybe Alpha Lewis had inherited some of Brandon’s magical qualities.If so, he needed taking down once and for all.Poor Seth came in for a roasting but anyone would have fallen for it. And Adam himself had taken the bait.Marcus had news for us as we ate later. It seemed Alpha Connor was acting strangely, his cousin’s cruel side coming to the fore in him. Rumours were rife that Alpha Horace was about to step in.He said he’d already informed Erica who was going
The Lycan's Acquisition Chapter Fifty-Seven - Concealment
Adam’s POVI was rapidly losing patience.“To do what? Is this a hoax?”Rose’s hand on my arm told me I’d been shouting. The silk shirt felt strange against my muscles and I’d only consented to wear it for her. And because Erica insisted.Mom was right to stay out of it.“Who’s here, Seth?” my queen asked.“Someone who says he used to be a Gamma.”“Hodges.”We said the name at the same time. Yet I couldn’t help thinking Niall was my third.Had he deserted us, too? Was he here on behalf of another, his new master perhaps?“Wait a few minutes. If I’m not back after that, sound the alarm for lockdown.”“Yes, my king.”“Adam, I’m coming with you.”“Don’t be difficult, Rose. Tell her, Mom.”But my mother just shrugged and said something about making tea.“At least take your bodyguard,” my mate pleaded.By the time I’d followed her advice it was too late. The cloaked figure – that was how Seth had described him – had vanished and when we dashed back to the chamber, my Omega queen was gone,
