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
Chapter 68GradelI entered my father's room which stank badly and found Iris crouching on the floor, her eyes puffy with tears as she peered at me.Her body was taut with fear and by merely reading her body language, I knew what she was scared about. The pack hadn't completely accepted her and if word went out that she was with my father at his dying point, it would spark rumors around.Rumors strong enough to tarnish her image and I couldn't let that happen.Murmurs of regrets and consolation resonated behind me, reminding me that the elders had followed me down here. Even though I appreciated their presence, I didn't need them now."You can leave now. Send word around the pack about the Alpha's death and you all should begin to plan his burial." I ordered and they bowed and exited the room.I sank onto the cold floor with mixed feelings and the memories of the past that weren't dented by the evil deeds he committed surged into my head.As his son, tears should be pouring out of my
Chapter 69Gradel"Sure, I will. I can't keep fighting with the dead, but that won't stop him from getting the punishment he deserves." I spat bitterly and then I realized that I was far away from letting go of all the hurt he caused me if I still wished for him to be punished.Hegar could do nothing but shrug and I was glad that he dropped the issue.I trotted to the window, my hands casually folded behind my back while I drew in a deep breath. "I sent for you so that you can send a message to my brother and inform him of our father's passing. He might feel the same way I did, but I want to satisfy my conscience."He inclined his head. "I understand you and I'll get on it," A knock sounded on the door and Silas announced his presence. I motioned for him to come in and Hegar bowed again and left."Greetings, Your Grace, my condolences." He greeted."Thank you, Silas. I asked you to come here so that you can do some check-ups on him to ensure that he died naturally. I know that I cont
Chapter 70IrisHowever, his grip on my arm was quick to stop me from going far away from him. In a matter of seconds, I was gasping for breath, my body joined with his."Don't do that, princess. I can't let out of my sight just like that," He drawled, softly, sniffing my hair.My body gave off an involuntary shudder and I fought tooth and nail to stay mute. He could say all he wanted but until he apologized I'll just act dumb."I'm sorry for how I reacted, sweetheart. You were encouraging me to do the right thing but I was blinded by my rage and I pushed you away. It wasn't my intention, please, forgive me," He persisted, his nose grazing the nape of my neck.I sunk my teeth deep into my lower lip, biting off a moan. How could my body betray me this way?He chuckled, his deep voice somewhat gentle and stimulating and then his fingers brushed through the fabric of my dress and he pinched my right nipple."You're still not going to say anything? Hmmm," He hummed, licking the side of my
Chapter 71GradelHer widely parted legs presented a delicious meal that I couldn't wait to consume. Maybe this was how the moon goddess wanted to console me for my father's death.Without a mate like the pulchritudinous woman lying patiently before me, I'd have been confused, exhausted and deeply bitter. But her presence brought healing and another thing... Pleasure in its rawest form."Oh, Gradel... You'll wear me out today," She said hazily.I giggled like a child who had been presented a candy then I kneeled before her, pressing my erection close to the mouth of her wet hole and a faint moan elicited from her small lips.She smiled, ogling at me. I laid on her, chest to chest, guiding my crotch into her tight wet cunt. She bit her lower lip and squeezed her face as if in pain.I halted, entwining our fingers. "Are you alright, baby?"She nodded with a forced smile. "I just..." She gasped, "I feel so full as if we haven't made love before," She chuckled nervously.The last thing I
Chapter 72GradelMy ears tingled at the words he spoke, but they couldn't settle in, knowing the kind of woman I was mated to. Iris had been on my case, pleading with me to forgive my father even in death and then she went off to kill him?I don't believe that."I don't ever want to hear such words from you again, Hegar. The only reason I won't detain you for treason is because of our relationship so leave before you further annoy me." I thundered, my voice hard and angry.He inclined his head and stepped back. "I'm sorry, Your Grace. Just thought to inform you of what the guards said, I'll ensure that they don't spew such nonsense again." He turned around to leave then halted.I watched him in a pensive mood as the thrills I'd felt after a hot afternoon of passion with Iris vanished. He dug into his pocket and stretched a bracelet to me.My eyes squinted in confusion as I stared at the bracelet in recognition. That was the bracelet I gifted Iris the day I professed my feelings to he
Chapter 73IrisThe soreness between my thighs couldn't beat the pangs of hunger gnawing in my stomach. Gradel fulfilled his promise by grilling me so hard I thought I'd faint, I was so sure that I wouldn't be able to walk this morning but when my stomach continued to grumble with hunger, I had no choice but to leave.Breakfast had already been prepared and if I hadn't gotten used to the mannerisms of feeding in the pack house, I'd have thought we were having a feast.Before me were different kinds of dishes, bordering towards the end of the table. I'd have loved Gradel to have breakfast with me, but I woke up to an empty bed as usual and a note informing me of how busy he'd be today.I might have pushed him to focus his attention on other important matters, but that didn't mean I wouldn't miss him. I just didn't want the pack to perceive me to be a distraction.A servant came forward and helped serve me. I requested bread toast and a large serving of scrambled eggs. She stared at me