Maddison Spencer-Bennett
One drink… Two drinks… Too many drinks later... I opened my eyes as the light was coming through the curtains. As I did so, I realized that my head was resting peacefully on a bare, toned chest. I walked away slowly, trying not to panic, because reality was hitting me hard: I had slept with a complete stranger. “Shit! I have to get out of here!” I whispered to myself, while looking for my lost clothes... today I was the one who had to do the walk of shame when leaving this room. A walk I had seen many times with the countless women who slept with the triplets. Every time I saw them leave the house embarrassed at dawn, I would give the talk to my brothers, as if I were the police of morality and good customs... and now, I was the one who committed the crime. Once dressed, I looked one last time at the stranger, who was sleeping in the bed, completely unconcerned. Without a doubt, I would never forget this night and I could never forget him, since it was my first time. I opened the door gently, and as I left, I slowly closed it. For a moment I thought, it’s a good thing he didn’t wake up! My thought lasted a split second, until the door abruptly opened and the pissed-off stranger exclaimed, “Where the fuck do you think you’re going, mate?” ____________ The night before. “It’s decided, Maddie. You have nothing to say about this. You are going to meet your mate. I’ve seen it! And surely you too! You can’t go against fate! Don’t you remember the stories that your parents and I have told you?” Mom said, while she's trying to take my hand. “All my life I have been told what to do, where to go… I could decide nothing myself. I refuse to let a complete stranger claim me as his, without me having been able to experience what a girl of my age should do! Why don’t you let me live my life, mom?” She sighed as she frowned. “You have already turned twenty-one. Your wolf will come to you on the full moon and with her, you will recognize him. There’s no way out, Maddie. It is your destiny.” “Fuck destiny, mom!” And with no delay, I ran to my room, slamming the door. I refused to continue like this. I couldn’t let everyone dictate what my life should be. I wanted to know what it felt like, to be free to do whatever I wanted, because all my life, I had been told what to do, what to say, and how to behave. Everyone around me had something to say, while I watched them accepting everything the others decided for me. But not tonight. Tonight, would be different, I told myself. I had decided to escape from my home. Don’t misunderstand me. I have grown up in a loving environment and with a lot of support. But that didn’t take away the feeling that they had taken my option to choose another future just by being born into this family. My entire life and my future had been planned by my parents and I... All I had to do was accept their decision. That was what the rightful heir to the royal throne was expected to do. To the only throne, since the northern and southern kingdoms were united. Do what the people need. With the last touch that marked 12, I escaped through my window. I have always been agile, since from a very young age I was trained by the best. Why didn’t I use my magic? It was better not to use it. Mom created a rune that detected any hint of magic in the pack. So, every time we used magic without supervision, my brothers and I were punished. A disapproving look from Mom was more painful than a blow. So, with no major inconvenience, I left the palace. As I walked to my car, proud of my stealthy escape, I heard someone clear his throat behind me. I turned on my heels, and there was William leaning against his truck, with a carefree look, a mocking smile, and a raised eyebrow. “You’re too far from your room, little one. Your mother will lose her mind if she finds out you ran away.” I bit my lower lip, as I said, “Will you tell her? Do you agree with what she said? What’s wrong with being a dumb teenager?” He sighed as he said, “Honey, there’s nothing wrong with being a stupid teenager.” “Thank you!” I told him, to which he cut me off, saying, “ah–ah–ah… I’m not finished.” I frowned. “You have every right to question whatever you want, Maddie. It’s part of your age to do it. But I am the living example that every decision has its consequence.” I rolled my eyes at him, to which he continued saying, “You have heard the stories many times about how we met your mother and you have some memories. You can’t escape meeting your mate. Have we given you such a poor example? It has been almost sixteen years being your mother’s mate.” I sighed, as I said, “It’s not about that, William.” “So, what is it about? I want to understand you, little one.” “It’s just that I still remember how much mom suffered after Warren rejected her. I still hear her heartbroken crying at night in my head. When everyone thought I was sleeping, I could hear her pain... It was an entire year where mom suffered every night! I don’t want to love someone like that, William.” “Oh, little one!” He held out his arms to me and I ran to protect myself from the world through them, as I always have. Each of Mom’s mates contributed something to her, but so did they to me. With each one, I have a unique relationship. William was the one who consoled me whenever I had an argument with my parents. Parker was the one who made me laugh and Warren was the one who made me see situations from another perspective. “I understand your fear, little one. But you also understand that loving another and giving yourself completely is part of who we are... it is our nature. We love intensely until the end of our days. I know that fate has prepared for your mates who will complement you and love you fiercely. Don’t be afraid, little one.” I looked up and said, “Do you promise?” “Well, I don’t have the gift of clairvoyance like you and your mother, but I have the gift of my fists. If anyone makes you suffer, I can always beat them up in your name.” And there was the smile that I thought was lost. “Thank you, William.” “Good. Now, get in the car and go enjoy. You need a night alone to be a silly teenager or just a single girl. You can always talk to your mother in the morning. Alright?” I smiled, wiped away my tears, and nodded like a little girl. William opened the car door for me and said, “If your mom asks for tonight, I know nothing. Now go, before I change my mind.” And without being told twice, I immediately left the palace, driving at full speed. Unconsciously, I drove to the new bar they had opened a few weeks before. I read about it and was curious. Getting in was pretty easy. They let me in, bypassing the waiting area because they knew who I was. Sometimes, being the princess has its benefits. I headed inside. It had several areas where it was full of people. Each of the people present laughed and enjoyed the night that was still young. Sitting at the bar, I asked the bartender to refill my glass again and again. At twenty-one years old, having just turned, I was not happy with the news that my mother had dropped on me like a bomb about to explode: You will meet your fated mate. Therefore, alcohol seemed like a good option to forget my pathetic life. Suddenly, everything became like a romantic Hallmark Channel movie. With the typical structure of a young surfer, although I estimated he was in his thirties, blonde, tan skin, green eyes, full lips and muscles that I didn’t know existed, I saw him enter through the main door. He was wearing a custom-made suit in navy blue. He was the definition of an adonis. Suddenly, my throat felt dry, and my heart beat wildly as I saw his eyes meet mine. As if in slow motion, he walked towards me. As he got closer, a scent of peppermint attracted me. When he was by my side, I understood it was his essence. His scent was totally addictive and made my mouth water. I stared at him, dumbfounded. He approached slowly and whispered in my ear, “What are you drinking?” I swallowed hard and just said, “Cosmopolitan.” “Um… I want to try…” he whispered again, as his mouth approached mine. I was waiting to see what he would do when he turned aside and took my glass, smiling flirtatiously. “Delicious… but I imagine that tasting it from your lips would be even more exquisite.” He stared at me, waiting for my response, and I didn’t hesitate for a second. I took the glass, took a sip, set it down, and attacked his lips. I don’t know if it was the alcohol, but here I was... Being kissed passionately, by a complete stranger. He moved away from me a little, letting me breathe, while he whispered to me, “What is your name?” “No names. Tonight, I want you to make me forget. Do you think you can do it?” I told him, feeling daring, since, at this point, I had nothing to lose, or so I thought at the time. The mysterious man smiled and said, “Are you challenging me, little one?” I smiled haughtily. I drank the last of what was left in my glass and, very close to his lips, I said, “Maybe so. What are you going to do about it?” And with no further conversation, the man took my hand and led me out of the bar, heading towards the hotel across the street.Maddison Spencer–Bennett “Where the fuck do you think you’re going, mate?” said the stranger, with a frown and a clenched jaw. I opened my eyes wide, swallowed hard and said, “Mate? What the hell are you talking about? I’m not your mate! Now, let me go!” I tried to get out of his grip, but he was stronger… much stronger than me. “I won’t let you go. I’ve been waiting sixteen years for you to be ready. And I will not stop claiming what is mine... And you, little mate? You were mine from the moment you were born.” Did he say that he had been waiting sixteen years for me to be ready? What does he know that I don’t? I watched him in silence. I cleared my throat and said to him, “Do you know who I am?” He sighed and said, “I’ve known you’re mine for years, Maddison. But I had to wait until you were ready. I wanted you to be the one to recognize me and choose me as your mate... but my wolf can no longer be far from you... I can’t be far from you, little one.” I frowned. Then I said,
Maddison Spencer-Bennett.So now I found out that my parents knew who one of my mates was years ago. Why the fuck didn’t anyone say anything? I don’t believe at all that it’s because “they wanted to protect my childhood.” Bullshit!I got out of bed and asked him the question that was on my mind. “Dad, why didn’t anyone tell me anything? And don’t say it was to protect me.”He opened his eyes wide, but it was Alonso who took my hand and said, “Because I asked them to, little mate.”I frowned and broke free from his grip. I crossed my arms and said, “Explain yourself.”He sighed and said, “Your parents wanted you to know about my existence years ago. I asked them not to tell you anything because I wanted you to get to know me without having expectations. Honestly, little one, I was terrified to think that I wouldn’t be enough for you.”This left me amazed and speechless.The most coveted CEO, admired and pursued by all women of all ages, was terrified that I would reject him? Hasn’t the
Maddison Spencer-Bennett. I sighed deeply, because Leonardo was right. I had to choose. And honestly, it was a simple decision. I would not deny what the goddesses were destined for me. No, this was one of the easiest decisions of my life. I took Alonso’s hand, smiled at him and said, “There’s nothing to choose from, honey. You are mine and I am yours. There is nothing wrong with that. So, out of this, we came out together.” The smile on his face grew wide and bright. He didn’t say he was proud of my decision, but it showed. “As you wish, little one. Here we go.” So, hand in hand, we left, accompanied by Alonso’s bodyguards. I had done this a million times... walking among journalists and having them bombard you with inappropriate questions. I have had to cultivate the patience to not respond to them in the way my brain was screaming to do so. And Alonso was no different than me. He also grew up in the public eye, so he was used to dealing with them as well. Maybe he did it muc
Alonso Corleone. We entered the palace, and the guards greeted us respectfully, without looking Maddison in the face. According to royal protocol, no guard or warrior could look at the princesses or the queen in the face. Of course, Hannah, at her tender 12 years old, did not understand it and I have often known her to prank the guards to make them look at her nonsense. Warren lived hiding her misdeeds and, well... the triplets too. They spoiled her with everything she wanted, because she was the youngest, except the queen. She was ruthless with her five children. We arrived at the queen’s office, and Maddison knocked on the door. We waited a few seconds until we heard, “Come in!” I opened it and let Maddison enter first, as protocol dictated. The queen’s mates had to go behind her as respect and protection. “Wow… Until fate caught up with you. It’s about time! I’m so tired of having to pretend like I knew nothing.” I closed the door and from where I was standing, I could feel
Maddison Spencer-Bennett. While I was talking to my mother, something inside me made me go into alert mode. I knew something would happen. At the moment I was about to answer Alonso, the door opened and the smell of the female who was entering the office made me see everything red. Suddenly, I felt like I was possessed by another being that wasn’t me. A fierce one that needed to destroy any hint of threat… I needed to eliminate any competition… He was mine. A growl came out of my mouth, which left me completely surprised. I have never made a sound of that magnitude. It was like I was a passenger inside my body. “GET AWAY FROM HIM, YOU FUCKING WHORE! HE’S MINE!” I growled, unable to contain the anger in my veins. The woman was paralyzed. She already knew that when a Lycan felt threatened, she was extremely violent. And if we added to that the fact that I am the heir to the throne and possess magic, I became an actual threat. Alonso turned to me and purred as he slowly approached
Alonso Corleone. The second I heard the queen say that I had to meet Crystal, I knew I was going to live in a fucking hell... I had no intention of seeing her again, but now I had to meet her. Argh! It was hard enough handling with my insecurity regarding Maddison and her other mates without also having to deal with her and her wolf’s bubbling jealousy. Ankor tried to bond with Kallie, but she closed the door to her mind on him. It was something we thought would happen. I sighed deeply and said, “Is it necessary? Honestly, I don’t want to make you uncomfortable, Maddison.” During all this time, I kept drawing small circles on my little mate’s hand, trying to calm her down. “I’m sorry, Alonso. Apparently, Crystal is not as innocent as she led us to believe. I would never ask you to confront her, if it wasn’t necessary. I want her to know that she cannot threaten the royal family.” Maddison said, “What you want is for Alonso to put her in her place? Is that it?” The queen shrugge
Maddison Spencer-Bennett.After Alonso went with Warren to meet Crystal, mom met with the publicity team so she could deliver the statements on television.Doing it that way allowed her to handle what she was going to say, without having to worry about answering inappropriate questions.I took advantage of that time to move my things to my new room. Accompanied by the palace employees, they helped me make the transfer. Also, Leonardo and Kate brought Alonso’s things. So my afternoon was quite busy.Once that was done, I returned to Mom’s office, but before entering, Kate’s melodious voice stopped me, saying, “We have a problem, princess.”I frowned, confused. “What are you taking about?”She sighed and said, “I’m talking about this.” She handed me her iPad.Soon, Alonso’s face was all over the screen, with the headline that said: Scandal! CEO Alonso Corleone left his pregnant girlfriend of three years for Princess Maddison Spencer–Bennett.My eyes widened. Damn! This was worse than I
Third point of view.The question that was on everyone’s mind and there was no answer. Alonso had sworn to Maddison that nothing had happened, and she believed him, so seeing the news left her shocked.“I already remembered what happened. Start explaining, Alonso. Did you get Crystal pregnant?”Alonso stood looking at her with wide eyes and in complete silence. The seconds seemed like hours to her.He sighed and said, “No. I told you nothing happened with her. Also, I got her to sign the end of the contract, and I had asked Leonardo to monitor her because I knew she would come out with some shit like this.”Now she was the one who remained silent. Alonso frowned and said, “And it really offends me you don’t trust me, Maddison.”“Alonso, I…”“I nothing, Maddison. It’s my name that’s on everyone’s lips. I’m the one who lost her best friend, or so I thought she was. The only thing I needed from you was your trust. So, thank you, mate.”Guilt overwhelmed her completely. The princess was s
Maddison Spencer-Bennett.For a second, I felt like I was dead. A sharp pain invaded my entire body, while a piercing sound overwhelmed my ears.I tried to get back up, with great difficulty, while I saw Alonso was trying to tell me something. I could see his lips moving, but I heard nothing. That completely disoriented me.As I opened and closed my eyes many times, hoping that my orientation would return, but to no avail. Since I couldn’t react, Alonso took me in his arms and carried me to another place.I looked around and everyone was running everywhere, while a large, dense curtain of dust and debris invaded us. What a few minutes ago was the inauguration of a new orphanage became a scene from a war movie.Suddenly, the sound came back.“Madison! Please little one, do you hear me?” Alonso shouted, totally desperate.I put a hand on his shoulder and in a whisper just said, “Yes, I hear you.”“Oh, thank you Goddess!” He smiled as he kissed my forehead.As I looked to my right again,
Maddison Spencer-Bennett.I frowned, confused. What the hell was she doing here? Who invited her? Why are Mom and Alonso in defensive mode? What is she planning now?As I am so clear that, if my Aunt Wilma is here, nothing good will come. I still have memories of when I was five years old, and she helped with my kidnapping.Although I don’t remember that she was the one who invaded the cabin I was in, I remember vividly that she came to my room to see me.I remember, as if it were yesterday, her words… “I will never allow you to be the queen, brat... You are nothing.”Therefore, I have never been happy that she exists, breathes or is simply alive.I crossed my arms and said, “Aunt Wilma…Who let you out of the hole you call home?”Her eyes widened, and she said, “Emma, is this how you raised this insolent brat? Without an iota of respect for their elders?”I smiled ironically. “Respect is earned, Wilma… Or don’t you remember what you told me when I was a little girl and Ezra kidnappe
Maddison Spencer-Bennett.I stared at Alonso with wide eyes. I dried my hand and quickly took the phone from his hands.“Alice?”“Princess! I have tried to contact you, but to no avail. Have you seen your calendar?”I frowned and cursed myself for being careless. I sighed and said, “I haven’t seen it.”“You should come to my office as soon as possible. You know contraceptive injections are very effective, as long as they are given on time. It’s been three months since the last one.”“I totally understand, Alice. Because my first shift was last night and because of royal protocol, I cannot go out. Can you come to the palace? This is something that worries me a lot.”“No problem, princess. I’ll be there at noon.”“Thank you very much, Alice. See you at noon.” And without further ado, we both cut off communication.I looked up, and there was Alonso’s, waiting for some kind of explanation. I sighed and calmly said, “Can I finish showering?”He frowned and said, “I’ll wait outside.”I nodd
Maddison Spencer-Bennett.I held my breath... I opened my eyes wide and looked for the owner of that voice, which had multiple unexpected effects on me, but to no avail... He was not here.As I sighed in disappointment, believing it was an invention of my creative brain, I heard him say, “Do not look for me within those four walls, my goddess. Whenever you want to listen to me, blow in the cardinal point of the south and you will talk to me.”“How are you in my head? Is it a mental link?”“Hmm… in a way, yes, it is. Mental links only work within a small range of distance. The compass rose will allow you to count on any of us at any time you need it.”I frowned and said, “Us? What are you talking about?”As I heard him smile, he said, “I know I’m not the only one, my goddess. But it’s a price I’m willing to pay to have you with me again. I can share you, as long as I never separate from you again. I have waited for you for centuries, Suicune.”I sighed again. “Maddison.”“What do you m
Maddison Spencer-Bennett.“Until we meet again, Suicune, goddess of the north wind. I told you I would find you again… mate.”Suicune? What the fuck was he talking about? Who was Suicune?As if they had heard my thoughts, a melodious feminine voice said, “I thought you were dead, Sokaris. What will it take to get rid of you? Damn Greek trash!”I opened my eyes wide as I understood that whoever said those words was none other than Selene.“Nice to see you too, Selene. You look old. Too much work?” He said, mocking the Moon Goddess.“Not as old as you, Sokaris. Have you been waiting for your soulmate for a long time? How sad that she doesn’t recognize you.” She said in a sarcastic tone, which was strange to hear coming from her.Usually, Selene was the demurest and composed of the three, but… I think she had a lot of history with this man.Soulmate? What the fuck was Selene talking about? What had they been doing without us knowing?“Kallie, do you have any idea what they’re talking abo
Maddison Spencer-Bennett. I woke up in an empty bed. I looked around, but my hot mate was not with me. And I must admit, I was a little disappointed. But there I saw the note. I picked it up and read it, making me smile with each line. I sighed and fell onto the bed, holding the note to my chest. “You are so horny, woman! Now, we will have to suffer in the night!” I frowned and said, “What are you talking about, Kallie?” “That you were so horny and angry at the same time, that you heard nothing I screamed! I told you that you won’t let yourself be marked until after the shift… But you never listen!” “I still don’t understand, Kallie.” She growled in frustration and stormed off to the far reaches of my mind, leaving me with unanswered questions. I put that conversation aside, so that it wouldn’t affect my excellent mood. It had been years since I felt so happy and complete. Knock, knock, knock. “Come in!” I shouted, still dreaming, awake with the unforgettable night that Alons
Alonso Corleone.After the events that occurred the day before, I couldn’t sleep at all. Therefore, I spent that valuable time tirelessly fucking my little mate.I didn’t want her to notice that I didn’t want to talk. Communication was something I had always struggled with. I wasn’t always good at it and often ended up screwing up even more. So I did what I did best: dodge.The next morning, I got up before the sun came up. I had many things to do if I wanted to finish Wilma’s mask.Sixteen years ago, when she tried to kidnap Maddison, along with the former King Harry’s beta, Wilma was sentenced to life in prison for her crimes.For ten years, Wilma showed good behavior and requested a reduction in her sentence, which was accepted and, a year ago, she was released on parole.Warren believed his sister had been rehabilitated from the brainwashing that the former king, his father, had carried out on her, but, apparently, the rotten fruit had no salvation.The queen never agreed with the
Maddison Spencer-Bennett.After I took the bath to relax my nerves, I fell asleep. During all that time, I didn’t hear from Alonso, which made me angry... no, scratch that. I was so pissed off.I think I fell asleep just because of anger.As I don’t know what time it was when I heard a noise. I sat up in bed, trying to look in the dark. I scratched my eyes, wanting to wake up.“I didn’t mean to wake you. I’m sorry.” Alonso’s hoarse voice made me wake up immediately.I frowned and said, “Where the hell were you? Do you have any idea how worried I was?”He looked at me silently while he unbuttoned his shirt, also frowning. He said, “It’s none of your business, Maddison.”And who does he think I am? Does he think I’m one of his employees?!With anger pumping, I grabbed one pillow and threw it in his face. He stared at me, eyes wide, totally surprised.“Don’t answer me that way, Alonso. Remember well who I am. I’m not your employee. I am the future queen.”“And remember that you’re not ta
Third point of view.The question that was on everyone’s mind and there was no answer. Alonso had sworn to Maddison that nothing had happened, and she believed him, so seeing the news left her shocked.“I already remembered what happened. Start explaining, Alonso. Did you get Crystal pregnant?”Alonso stood looking at her with wide eyes and in complete silence. The seconds seemed like hours to her.He sighed and said, “No. I told you nothing happened with her. Also, I got her to sign the end of the contract, and I had asked Leonardo to monitor her because I knew she would come out with some shit like this.”Now she was the one who remained silent. Alonso frowned and said, “And it really offends me you don’t trust me, Maddison.”“Alonso, I…”“I nothing, Maddison. It’s my name that’s on everyone’s lips. I’m the one who lost her best friend, or so I thought she was. The only thing I needed from you was your trust. So, thank you, mate.”Guilt overwhelmed her completely. The princess was s