Viktor POV I waited a few moments before pulling out of her and rolling over. My breaths were heavy as I stared at the ceiling.. and so we’re hers.During our.. intimate time, I felt the urge to mark her.. my gums tingled and burned as I leaned into her neck. I had to suck on her skin in hopes that it might satiate the urge.. but it only made it worse. I couldn’t mark her. So instead I bit her leg, which seemed to do the trick for me. I’ll have to remember to check on that. “Your voice sounds different,” I said. I didn’t mean it in a bad way. It was just now coming back, so I knew it would be different than before. I looked at her and she looked at me before nodding. “It’s still coming back.. so I’m sure within time it will adjust,” I said. I reached over and hooked my hand on her side, pulling and turning her towards me. She was now laying on her side facing me as I stared into her eyes. “Do you feel alright?” I asked. “Y..yes.” She said. Half of it came out as a breath but I d
Violette POV Master said today is the day my father is holding the banquet to find a wife. I haven’t seen him much this past week.. not since that night with him. But he was sure to stop by yesterday morning before he left. He didn’t say where he was going.. only that he would be gone for a few days. He put extra guards by my room and even has Sylvia staying with me for the time being. Lillian is also staying with me because Cedric left with Viktor. “I.. would li-ke.. to ba-the.” I said the words slowly. I’ve gotten better at speaking.. though every now and then my words cut out and it’s all breath. “I shall have them ready it for you,” Sylvia said with a smile. She opened the door and told Loren who was standing nearby. When she was done, she came back and sat in front of me. It didn’t take long before Loren began bringing in buckets of hot water. I was grateful to him.. to everyone who’d been so kind to me lately. When Loren stepped out once again.. I heard a familiar voice talk
Violette POV There was a knock on the door and I opened my mouth to try and speak. I was getting a little bit better at it, with time and practice it was becoming easy. “Co-me.. in,” I said. The door opened and there stood Viktor. “Did Beatrice tell you?” He asked. “A-bout.. my father?” I asked. He nodded his head. “Ye..yes,” I said softly. He let out a sigh. “May I speak with you.. alone?” He asked as he looked at me. I looked at Sylvia and she got up from the bed. Lillian had already joined Cedric for the day. “I’ll see you later, Princess.” Sylvia said as she walked passed Master, eyeing him carefully before continuing out of the room. “What was that all about?” He asked as he sat on the side of my bed. I sat down my book and shrugged my shoulders. “I.. don’t kn-ow.” I said. “Alright.. So, with your Father marrying Princess Amelia.. things have already begun to drastically change. With them as his ally.. they have double the numbers I do. An attack on them would be ign
Viktor POV Marry? It offended me greatly that she would even suggest that. I will never marry.. not as long as I have her.. Goddess. Why do I feel these things for her? It kills me daily to have to look at her and not be able to say the things I want.. afraid she would not feel the same. It angered me to hear that from her.. saddened me that she would even bring it up.It only made me believe for certain she didn’t feel the same. I’ve even attempted to make contact with a witch to help with my predicament.. The problem is.. witches are incredibly rare these days. I’ve had Cedric try to find one as well.. but neither of us has had any luck. If I find one.. they could help me locate her mate.. maybe even lift my curse so that I could claim her after I force him to reject her.. or kill him if he refuses. I left for a few days when I heard rumors of a witch.. it turned out that the witch was not actually a witch. But a fake. I was also planning to assassinate Violette’s Father.. but t
Violette POV I woke up to a mixture of Master’s scent and breakfast. I looked around to see him sitting on the chair across from my bed with a book in his hand and a tray of food next to him on the table. “Ma-ster?” I asked. He looked up from the book and sat it down. “You’re awake.” He said. “Ye-yes..” I replied. “I.. was hoping you’d like to enjoy breakfast with me.” He said. I couldn’t fight the sleepy smile that appeared on my face. “Break..fast?” I asked. “Yes. Your voice is getting better. It doesn’t cut out as much.” He said. This was odd.. he’s never done this before. Has he changed his mind about me and decided to kill me? Is this the calm before the storm? Goddess.. Violette. Why such dark thoughts? He doesn’t want you dead. You should know this by now. I sat and pulled the blanket off of me. I hadn’t realized the string between my breasts had untied in my sleep, until my gown slid down, showing my breasts completely. My face turned bright red as I pulled the gown
Violette POV “Why.. didn’t you j-just ask.. me earlier?” I asked. He had every opportunity, yet he didn’t bring it up at all. Was he.. nervous? No.. surely not. “I don’t know.. I probably should have.” He chuckled. “What ex-exactly are we doing?” I asked. “Umm.. to be truthful.. I hadn’t had that much planned out.” He said with a smile. “Are.. you serious?” I asked as I giggled. He shook his head. “I planned a few things. If you’re up for it.” He looked at me as if waiting for an answer.. but I was still so shocked that he would even do such a thing for me. “A yes would be lovely..” he laughed. It made me giggle. “Yes, of co-course.” I said. I leaned back and looked out of the carriage window. “May I sit next to you? It is a long ride.. maybe you could nap.” He said. I moved over and he crossed over and sat next to me. “It’s strange not smelling your scent.” He said. I cocked my eyebrow at him. “It’s not a bad scent.. in fact, I quite enjoy it.” He said. His eyes fell to m
Viktor POV I watched as she admired every little thing she came across.. she looked.. so beautiful. I could hardly keep my eyes from her. She absolutely shined in public. Smiling at everyone she came across.. sharing kind words. It’s weird to see her outside of the castle. I came across a handmade blue butterfly.. one that resembled her gown and the little pins in her hair and I didn’t even hesitate to buy it. I don’t know what’s gotten into me.. but after a good night's rest, waking up to her scent.. something just felt different. Thought, id been feeling different for a while now.. I keep feeling things change. I took Cedric’s advice as well. I’m showing her why I will not marry another.. showing her that she is mine. I watched from a few feet away as she stood talking to one of the vendors, a little old human lady about the items she had on sale. From afar I saw other men admiring her beauty, and as one stepped up to her.. I let out a growl and walked over to them. “Hello, pre
Viktor POV Enzo and Violette waited patiently for me standing by the water and looking out into the distance. I was ready to show her what I had planned next.. to see the look on her face. “Are you ready?” My voice made her turn around. “Y-yes.” She said softly. I reached for her hand and she grabbed mine. We walked to the carriage and I helped her in before climbing in behind her. I took my seat beside her and she smiled. “You se-em a bit diff-different.. today.” She said. “Ahh.. yes. I just had time to think.. and I figured you’d enjoy getting out.. after everything. If you haven’t noticed I’m quite fond of you.” I said. Her face turned a bright shade of pink and she looked away. “Don’t do that.. don’t look away. I enjoy seeing your face.” I said. I turned her head by resting my finger under her chin. “I’m.. sorry.” She whispered. “Don’t be. Now, the ride isn’t very long, so unfortunately I cannot pleasure you.. but I would like to get to know more about you.” I said. S
Violette POV “I now pronounce you husband and wife. King Viktor, you may kiss your lovely bride.” The minister said. Viktor didn’t hesitate to pull me into his arms. He placed a hand behind my neck and the other on my lower back and pressed his soft lips against mine. “I love you.” He whispered against me. “And I love you.” I smiled. He picked me up and spun me around as the room around us cheered happily. “Now, per the requests of the King, I will be crowning Princess Violette as our Queen, now.” The minister said. He walked up to me and I kneeled. “You will make a great Queen, lady Violette. Long may you reign.” He said as he placed the crown on my head. He held his hand out for me but before I could grab it, Viktor growled. “Mine.” He growled. The minister chuckled nervously as he backed away. Viktor held his hand out for me and I grabbed it. The crowd burst into laughter and cheers at the sight of their new Queen. “Should we run? I can’t wait to get you out of this gown.”
Violette POV “You may kiss the bride.” The pastor said. Cedric pulled her in for a kiss and the crowd went crazy. Little Colette cooed contently in my arms, Viktor holding my hand tightly. “The tiara suits her well.” Viktor said. I gave him a smile. “It does, doesn’t it?” I asked. He nodded in approval. “We should go, the fireworks are about to start.” He said as he got up. I’d just announced Lillian as the ruler, and she’s already made a change. I love it. I walked over to Beatrice and Sylvia. “Let me take her. You both go enjoy the fireworks.” Beatrice said with a smile. I handed Colette to her and she quickly took off with Sylvia. “Ready?” He asked. I nodded. “More than ready.” I said. We followed Cedric and Lillian out of the main door along with the crowd of people. As if on cue, the fireworks began. Viktor pulled me to the front of the crowd as we watched.. a bright smile plastered on his face. “I love you.” He said softly. “I love you.” I replied. I cupped his face
Violette POV “Oh, Princess.. I’m so glad you’re awake.” Lillian ran up to the bed and held me tightly. “She’s no longer a princess.” Viktor said. Lillian pulled away and looked at me, then her eyes widened. “Your father.. now you’re the Queen of Dubois werewolves.” She said. I let out a shaky sigh. “After the coronation.. yes.” I said. “And that will be tomorrow.. if you’re up for it. They want to make you Queen as soon as possible.” Viktor said. I looked at him and nodded. “How will we take care of two kingdoms.. they’re so far apart.” I said. “We.. we will probably have to appoint someone to do so until our pups come of age.” Viktor said. My eyes drifted to Lillian. “What? Why are you looking at me like that?” She asked. “You could do it.. right? Just rule in my stead until our pups can take over?” I asked. Her eyes widened and she shook her head. “Violette.. I don’t know..” she said softly. “Who else? I trust you so much.. I know you will do right by my kingdom. It’s no
Violette POV Where am I? What happened? My mind flashed with memories and my eyes shot open. My pup.. where’s my pup? My hands rolled over my empty belly. Where’s my pup? “Viktor? Viktor!” I cried frantically. I heard quick footsteps and a door opened, Viktor ran out of his office and over to me. “Violette? You’re awake! Goddess.. I was afraid..” he cupped my face and looked at me. He doesn’t seem to have gotten much sleep. His black hair was tousled.. his dark bags under his brown eyes.. “What happened? Where’s the pup?” I cried. My fingers kept running over my empty, flat belly. I curse werewolf healing. “She’s okay! She’s perfect Violette.” He said softly. He wiped my tears away with his thumbs. “She?” I asked. “You don’t remember?” He responded. “I do.. but everything after my.. Father is blurry.” I said. He visibly tensed at the mention of my Father. “You.. remember what happened? That you.. killed him?” He asked. I nodded. “Where is she? I want to see her.. I need
Viktor POV “I’ll kill everyone if she’s not okay!” I growled through mind link as I followed her scent. Loren and several others followed closely behind as our claws dug into the earth. “It was Boris! We couldn’t find him anywhere and servants said they saw him leave in the direction of your chambers. It has to be him.” Enzo bellowed. I felt a sharp pain in my cheek and growled.. she’s being hurt! I have to get to her.. I have to get to them.. I ran as fast as I possibly could.. I could feel her fear.. her pain.. being marked linked me to her, same with her mark.. I searched for Arthur.. but he was nowhere to be found. I knew.. I just knew when I couldn’t find him that he was after her. After half an hour of running, I felt a sharp pain in my stomach and tumbled to the ground. “Ah!” I growled as I shifted back into human form. I held my stomach but there was no blood.. Violette.. I gathered myself but felt rage like you wouldn’t believe.. hurt.. pain.. sorrow.. what is happe
Violette POV “Look at my daughter.. finally able to do things that are necessary,” Father said as he walked towards me. His white hair flashed brightly in my sight as the rest of him was blurry. I let out a scream of pain as another wave of contractions rolled through me. “You know.. after all these years.. I can’t believe you were strong enough to survive two attempts on your life.” He said. I tried to move away from him as he walked towards me.. but I was just too weak.. “Fuck you,” I growled. “That’s no way to treat your father.. I took care of you. Made you who you are.” He growled lightly as he kneeled in front of me. “Why.. are you doing this?” I asked through my heavy breaths. My gown was soaking in my blood.. I tried to hold my hand against it but I don’t think it is doing much. “You know why, my sweet daughter..” he said as he tried to reach for my face. I jerked my head back and held the blood-soaked, silver knife between us. He let out a chuckle. “You won’t.” He sai
Violette POV My head was pounding when I opened my eyes.. I was someplace.. unfamiliar. My heart raced frantically in my chest as memories came back to me.. Boris.. Minerva.. “You’re awake.” Minerva’s voice made me snap my head to the side. I reached up to feel my head soaked in my blood. “What have you done?” I growled. I stood up and looked at her like she was mentally insane. “What was needed to be done. I made a deal.” She said. “What do you mean? What deal?” I growled in response. “Your life for Viktor’s.” She said as plainly as ever. My eyes widened in fright. “Wh-what?” I asked. “I found a way to get in touch with your father. He was all ears when I said I could help him get to you. You know he wants you dead.. right? Just like many others.” She said. She stood up from a chair and walked over to me.. I backed away but stopped when my back hit a wall. “He was so tired of his people continuously failing to kill you. And truth be told.. I was tired of it too. You see.. V
Viktor POV I didn’t want to leave her without making sure she was safe in the hands of Loren and the others.. but they’d arrived quicker than I’d originally thought they would. I stared back at Violette.. I knew she was terrified. She held her swollen belly in her hands with tears in her eyes.. I didn’t want to leave.. I didn’t want to.. but Goddess help me if I don’t keep them both safe. I ran through the castle, seeing most of my men had already left to fight. The second I get my hands on Arthur.. I will make him pay for everything. For Violette.. my brother.. my sister and mother.. my father... for everyone he had ever tortured.. I will make sure that he suffers until one of us has fallen. The sight that was unfolding in front of me as I walked outside was awful. There were shifted wolves attacking my Lycans left and right.. but even with my men being Lycans.. there were just too many wolves. I rushed to the battle and shifted mid-air. Finding my first target, I lunged at the
Violette POV I watched nervously as Viktor paced back and forth across the room.. Cedric’s last letter was in his hand as he read it word for word for the millionth time. “It’s been a few days since we’ve heard from Cedric..” Viktor said. I placed a hand on my belly.. taking in a deep breath and sat down. “He’s coming..” I said. My voice shook as I spoke.. I knew this day would come. Father would’ve never agreed for me to be Viktor’s mate. And to carry his child? I knew he wouldn’t take it very lightly. “Do not worry, you know the plan. We will get you and the pup to safety while I take his life.” Viktor said. Cedric reported that Father was gathering men before his reports had gone silent.. and from what he heard from our inside men, Father wishes to kill us himself. “I cannot bear it.. what if he kills you? What then? Our pup and I will be on the run, and everyone left here will die.” I said. “Violette, do not think like that. I will kill him. And you both will be safe.” He s