Chapter 60GradelI thought I'd feel something, though slight when I came face to face with my father but nothing sprang up in my chest, instead the desire to leave enveloped me.As expected, he still wasn't responding to treatment as his face had gotten paler than last night's. His fingers were swollen and the only thing that came to my mind was plunging a knife into his chest and ending the misery he was facing, but that would make his death too easy.After poisoning my late mother to death because of his inability to control his lust, he almost succeeded in severing the bond I shared with my twin. A slow, painful death was what he deserved."Keep watching over him and stop administering the medicine to him. You're just wasting your time," I told Silas who was stirring a potion inside a wooden bowl."Are you sure about that, Prince? His condition will further deteriorate..."My deep frown was enough to keep him from talking further. "Just do as I say or you'll face my wrath," I warn
Chapter 61Iris"And why do you think it will be that easy to stay away from him? He's my mate and we're supposed to be inseparable like the other couples. Why can't he forgive me for a sin I didn't commit?" I argued, my voice was beginning to quiver as I was on the verge of tears.He took my hands and squeezed them. "Look, Iris, you have gone through a lot but don't be so desperate to get your mate back. He'll come for you soon. Just occupy your mind with other things like your training because the Prince needs a strong woman by his side right now since he has automatically become our Alpha."He was right, but I couldn't help the hollowness that increased each minute we weren't together."Well, I have no choice but to take your advice." I sighed and fed my eyes by the activities of the market women around.And my mind reverted to the first stroll Gradel and I took and the night run. I got to know things I didn't know existed and he wasn't done teaching me.To think that we were going
Chapter 62GradelGetting to Los Angeles late in the evening didn't stop me from calling for a meeting at the hotel I'd lodged into. My heart churned with guilt at the way I left Iris, but I pushed the unwanted feelings aside and prepared for the meeting.My phone beeped and quickly picked it up in anticipation. I was expecting a message from James, one of the sentinels I'd put in charge of PRO, but why did my heart skip immediately?I scratched my head and flung my phone on the bed in disappointment. What made me think that she would pick up her phone and call me?Besides, I asked for space not her.I stared at my reflection in the mirror and brushed my hair into its usual comb-over style. Satisfied with how good I looked, I waltzed out of the room and headed to the bar.James had assured me that the bar was less crowded as I'd paid for some parts of it so that our meeting wouldn't be disturbed and I saw it as a good deal because I didn't want to start driving around town.Most of my
Chapter 63Gradel"I'm very sure that my intentions are obvious," She got off her stool and drew closer to me. "I want you back Gradel. Can't you see? We used to be so good together—"I didn't allow her to finish. "Agreed, until you decided to disrespect me by sleeping with another man in my house. You could have taken your promiscuity to your apartment or even a hotel, but your teany-weany brain decided that it wasn't the best. Do you think I can just accept you into my life like that?" I spat, trying hard to keep my emotions under control.I didn't want her to think that she still had some effect on me. She fiddled with her well-manicured nails, her fake lash extensions lowered. "That happened a long time ago and trust me, I was being stupid. I don't know what got into my head,""That's fine, but don't you think I'd be married right now? Besides you wouldn't be saying all of these if I didn't come to this club," My tone was derisive.Her eyes widened in disappointment and she almos
Chapter 64IrisThe courtroom was thrown into an upheaval when I brought the young man in. Apparently, no one had ever challenged their barbaric customs that gave no chance for suspects to defend themselves.Just like they did to me."I say we lock him up and wait for Prince Gradel to come back. He should be done with the meetings by now, right?" Elder Hanson said.My body shuddered involuntarily at the mention of his name. I nearly slapped my cheek for having the hots for him when I was faced with a serious issue. His name wasn't supposed to have any effect on me.Head sentinel Silas snorted, advancing toward the young man who was already on his knees."That would be too easy for him. Who knows, Prince Gradel would return and decide to release him, but that would give other criminals the audacity to continue stealing and we don't want that to happen." He injected.My temper simmered to the surface and with all their ridiculous inputs, I was having a hard time keeping calm. Why couldn
Chapter 65Iris"Well done, Luna," I heard behind me.My eyes widened with astonishment, upon realizing that he had been watching us all along. Another shiver worked its way through my spine as I stood speechless. His sudden return brought several feelings: numbness, anger and sadness.I turned around and bowed before him. "Thank you, Your Highness."The elders and Head sentinel rose to their feet and inclined their heads, welcoming him from his trip. Seeing that there was no need for me in the courtroom anymore, I collected my shopping bag from the guard at the door and left. I hadn't gotten too far when I heard my name behind me. What did this man want? Though I'd halted on my steps, I didn't bother sparing him a glance. He could go to hell for all I cared. The heat emanating from his body told me how close he was. I don't know what it was, but I could melt if I didn't give him a distance. "How have you been?" He voiced gently. "Been good," I replied curtly. Other words were b
Chapter 66IrisLaying in the arms of the man who had marked me as his mate and told me he loved me wasn't just exhilarating, it was blissful as well.It was morning already, yet, I didn't have the energy to resume my duties as Luna just because I wanted to relax in bed all day.Gradel stirred, peering down at me with sparkly blue eyes that screamed how much he adored me. His lips grazed my forehead as he planted a lingering kiss that set my body on fire instantly.We had a marathon session last night and my thighs were sore from the constant pleasurable thrusts of his full length, so I was surprised that the soreness had reduced and I was more than ready to have him in again."Good morning, Angel. I hope you had a good night's rest?" His breathy voice felt like a caress on my skin and I couldn't help but shudder.I glanced at him shyly, palming my face. "Why are you asking when you know the answer?"His fingers trailed from my bare chest to my waist and then he began to tickle. "Well
Chapter 67GradelI watched them banter as if I wasn't in their midst. They had so much to talk about after they sensed that I'd marked my mate yesterday."Finally, His grace has officially marked our future Luna. Now he will understand what it means to have a mate and when children come... I don't want to imagine how much they'll stress our Prince," Elder Hanson chuckled."And maybe we'll have breaks like we did during yesterday's meeting." Lyros, the leader of the Beta rank injected, his lips curved in a smirk.I cleared my throat, subtly reminding them of my presence. They snapped their lips shut at once, peering at me in anticipation of what I'd say to them. "It's funny how you're all pretending to be happy about my union with Iris, yet you gave her a hard time yesterday just because I wasn't around." I snarled, clenching my fists in anger.Everything they said yesterday, I heard it all but I was overwhelmed with the need to mark my mate and that was why I didn't confront them ab