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
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