Prologue

Ashton and Alpha Theo

Alpha Theo asked of his Beta Mason, who had a downcast expression, "Have you found him?"

Beta Mason shook his head negatively in response. "No,Theo! We couldn't find him."

For many years, they have been in the pursuit of this particular person, yet they have not succeeded in finding him or obtaining any information about his location.

The Demon Alpha, as he is known to all, feels immense anguish and pain. He is the most feared Alpha amongst them all, yet he still couldn't find that one person he wants to find.

But what actions can he take? He is a broken Alpha, having witnessed the loss of his parents right before his eyes. Even as a child, he vividly recalls the screams of his pack members who were burned alive right in front of him.

Such memories have never escaped him, no matter how much he has tried. They have plagued him for the past eighteen years, haunting his nightmares and life.

Speaking of his former pack and memories, the Alpha still remembers the knowledge of the prophecy that was imparted to him by their Pack Oracle during his childhood... only his "Promise Mate" can aid him in healing the deep wounds within his heart and assist him in the battle against the dragon king.

Without his Promise Mate, he would unquestionably descend into a state worse than even his enemy, the dragon king. He would lose touch with his conscience and commit even greater atrocities.

"Where could Ashton possibly be?" Alpha Theo whispered to himself, rubbing his temple in exhaustion and disorientation.

Although he displays no mercy towards his enemies or emotions in front of his pack members and allies, the mention of Ashton still leaves him feeling lost.

It is not because he loves his so-called Promise Mate or yearns for him; rather, he seeks him solely due to the prophecy... "Only His Promise Mate Can Help Him Defeat The Dragon King And Help Him Heal...

With each passing day without finding his Promise Mate, the Alpha becomes increasingly cruel and ruthless in his governance, except, of course, towards his pack members and allies.

Michael, his late father's former Beta, has done his utmost to guide him according to the orders of his Alpha and Luna. However, driven by a burning desire for revenge, Alpha Theo continuously strays further from the correct path with each passing day.

His hatred and thirst for vengeance have not only clouded his mind, but they have also engulfed his entire being and sanity.

Those who are closest to him can only hope to locate his Promise Mate as quickly as possible and offer their assistance sooner rather than later.

However, here they are, right back where they started, completely unaware of his whereabouts.

Could it be that he is not even alive?

Yet, it is quite amusing that when Theo first met Ashton, he failed to recognize him and rejected the broken boy even in his most desperate state.

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Ashton...

Living a life of chaos is something that Ashton is accustomed to. His existence is plagued with various troubles, one being the constant escape from his own kind, the dragons, alongside his mother. Another hardship entails the need to hide from their ultimate enemies, the werewolves.

Ever since his birth, Ashton and his mother have been on the run, struggling to preserve their lives. The dragons label his mother as a traitor, whereas the werewolves view her as their sworn enemy.

Ashton, being young, remains unaware of the reasons behind these accusations and the mistakes committed by his mother.

From his childhood until the present day, he and his mother have been fugitives, fleeing from one danger to another. Eventually, the nightmare arrives when Ashton is captured by the werewolves, his greatest fear realized.

The werewolves not only enslave him but also subject the young boy to unimaginable torment and abuse.

Adding to their disdain is the fact that Ashton is a dragon, a characteristic that amplifies the werewolves' hatred, extending beyond him to all dragons.

The abuse inflicted upon him includes beatings, starvation, rape, and a variety of unspeakable acts. And what was his crime? His crime is merely being a dragon.

However, one certainty remains. No one knows Ashton's true identity. He kept it hidden, bound by a promise made to his mother, to safeguard his secret.

Ashton internalizes his pain, refraining from questioning his mother. She had assured him that a day would come when he would meet his Promise Mate, someone in need of his assistance to heal and fulfill a great destiny.

Though Ashton aims to preserve himself for this so-called "Promise Mate," his desires are shattered as he endures daily abuse and rape from multiple werewolves Alphas.

Years spent in a desolate dungeon cause Ashton to lose hope in ever finding his Promise Mate. It is the vilest place, somewhere he wouldn't wish upon his worst enemy.

Yet, to his dismay, he is sent to the pack led by the feared Demon Alpha, a figure whose reputation precedes him. This pack is the very one known for slaughtering any dragon they capture, a land where dragons take their final breath.

When Ashton lays eyes on the Demon Alpha, he is taken aback. Contrary to the tales, the feared Alpha does not possess an intimidating presence. Apart from his scowl and dangerous aura, he is undeniably attractive.

Regrettably, Ashton has yet to reach the age of scenting his mate, so he remains oblivious to the fact that the Demon Alpha is his long-awaited Promise Mate, the one he has yearned for throughout the years. It is not until the last moment that he discovers the truth, as the Demon Alpha rejects him.

"I, Alpha Theophilus Snow-White, rejects you, a despicable dragon, as my mate," the Demon Alpha utters with evident resentment.

Ashton immediately collapses to his knees, clutching his heart in agonizing pain as blood flows from his mouth.

What's happening? Why? Just why? Why must his supposed Promise Mate reject him in his worst state? He could have waited for him to heal the wounds the werewolves had inflicted on him first.

The Alpha was indeed a Demon. Since this is what he wants, then Ashton would gladly grant him his wish.

Ashton raised his head to look up to the Demon Alpha with a painful face and smiled... "I Ashton Flames, the Prince of the Dragons and the son of the dragon king, Mathias Flames, accept your--" His words were cut off by a roar.

"ROOAARRR!!!" A voice screamed, startling everyone as they saw a white dragon approaching.

However, the demon Alpha was so stunned and shocked to turn his gaze from the little boy in front of him.

This can't be! He can't be him! This little broken boy in front of him can't be the person he has been searching for right?

He- he's- Ashton... His Promise Mate!

How could he reject him after all these years of searching for him? He rejected him because he didn't know it was him... Ashton, his Promise Mate.

"Mother..." Ashton whispered when he saw his mother standing right in front of him after shifting back to her human form. He tried with all his little energy left and stood up.

They have been separated for years. The Dragon Queen went to her son side and hugged him so tight. The mother and son had missed each other over the years making them both cry.

After a few moments with the mother and son reunion, Ashton turned his face when he noticed the Demon Alpha standing right beside him. He raised an eyebrow to him despite the hatred he felt towards the Demon Alpha.

"You will never get away from me now that I've found you. You are Mine Ashton. You belong to me now. And I will make sure to make you Mine!" Alpha Theo said determinedly as if he didn't reject the boy a while ago.

However, his statement angered Ashton even more. He doesn't care if the Alpha will kill him or not. But he would rather die than accept him as his mate.

"I would rather prefer death than to be with you, the Demon Alpha!" Ashton said firmly to him before his body went limb.

Alpha Theo caught him on time and made him rest his head on his chest. He caressed his cheeks and lowered his head to kiss his temple to the shock of all the pack members gathered around.

" I also don't care if you hate me, all I know is that I have found you, and I need you more than my last breath because of my revenge." Alpha Theo whispered to the unconscious boy on his chest.

He then turned his gaze to the people gathered around and announced...

"I've Found My Promise Mate, Your Luna!"

Well, that is not what Ashton thinks. He has never and will never bow in front of any other person aside from his mother.

Will Ashton accept his fate as Alpha Theo's Promise Mate or fight against it?🤔🤔

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