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My mouth falls open."Earlier now? Why so suddenly?" I ask agonized. I hadn't counted on this. Ralph Ralph has decided unilaterally that the mating will take place in three days. After that one afternoon, he came to my apartment, he made no further attempt to see or speak with me. And now he has such a message delivered to me. It is as if my input doesn't matter in all this. Eric looks at me expressionlessly. "The King has decided. If you need any explanation, you will have to ask him for that yourself, my Queen," he adds aloofly. My heart beats in my chest.I have been waiting to hear from Jasper for a week and a half. He had promised to come to get me and now there was little time left. What has held him up? Distraught, I stare at the Secretary. "But I'm not ready yet. I need more time," I whispered helplessly. Eric stands up and makes a brief bow to me. "Discuss that with the King, please," he replies briefly and leaves the room, Ivor following behind
I pass the following days as if in a trance.I tried to speak to Ralph several times, but I was unsuccessful. Each time I hear another excuse. Then he is busy finishing work so he will be free to go on a honeymoon with me, then again he is on a business trip and comes back late. Every time I try, I'm faced with another reason why I can't meet him. I spend a lot of time with Elena.She is so lively and has much to say about the school and her friends. The child really distracts me from my problems and I enjoy her presence at the Palace. I don't know what I would have done if she wasn't with me just now when all this was happening. She really is a lifesaver. But not only my life is miserable at this time. Chief Warrior Ivor is also nearing the end, suffering from his mate's behavior. Elena still ignores him, she doesn't even want to talk about him. Several times Ivor has attempted to speak to her, he has pulled all kinds of stunts to be alone with her to apologize. Yeste
After blinking my eyes a few times, I wake up.As I lie still for a few minutes to get my bearings, I feel a beam of light on my face. I turn to the side where it is coming from. Then I see it. It comes from outside through the thin curtains in my bedroom. After taking some breaths, I throw my feet over the edge of the bed and walk to the window. As I slide the curtains aside, my heart skips a beat. Right in front of me, the Full Moon stares directly at me. It has a bright red border but is as white as snow. It feels like something personal between it and me, like it has a score to settle with me. With large worried eyes, I stare back at it, wondering what doom it foretells this time. Tomorrow is the mating ceremony, where Ralph will also mark me and then bind me to him forever. Does this moon challenge me because I can no longer avert my fate? With a tug I close both curtains blocking the light from this bad omen. I turn my back to the window and bury my face desperately in my ha
Alpha Jasper's POV "Jasper! You won't believe this, I swear," I hear my Beta shout before I can even see him.And then he runs into my study, out of breath and completely red-faced. Amazed, I look up at him and wonder what drove him to act out like this. He could have easily used the mind link, which is more efficient and takes less physical strength. "Jasper, the King has brought the mating ceremony to next weekend," he brings out, gasping for air. "I'm sure he knows about you meeting Rain. He must have noticed something on her, the man is a Lycan". Startled, I stare at Jace, this was the least I expected. I thought I had at least three weeks left to come up with a strategy to get my mate back without unleashing a war. And now I have only one day left. This means I have to act faster. Like a zombie, I rise from my chair."We've already written to the Council. Alpha King Remus called me yesterday to confirm the receipt of the letter and st
Rain's POV This is the day when my nightmare becomes real.According to the program, the mating ceremony will be held in the late afternoon, followed by a reception for the guests to congratulate Ralph and me. After the official part, there will be a Lycans and werewolves run in the woods around the Kingdom. This last one in particular, scares the hell out of me. I have no wolf and that will become clear today. I'd like to know what explanation Ralph has ready for everyone as to why I can't join the run. Looking at the clock on my nightstand, I notice that it is already around ten o'clock.Next to me, Elena is still asleep. I fold my hands behind my head and stare at the ceiling. Jasper only has a few hours left to show up here. If he doesn't come, I will be forced to figure out myself how to get to him. I don't own a car in the Kingdom. And I doubt any of the guests would dare to give me a ride to Human Town. When I reach the city, I can go to a bank to
Loud trumpeting sounds outside the dressing room.From the murmuring, I conclude that quite a few guests must have already arrived by now. I hear whispers but also laughter, so the mood downstairs is on the upswing. The King's mating is no simple affair; it is one of the most critical events in the entire werewolf community after the coronation.Alidya enthusiastically helps me into my dress, she beams with pride. Her hands are slightly trembling out of joy as she whispers all kinds of mantras while busy. The robe has all sorts of gadgets that need to be tied. It was Alidya's personal choice so she knows exactly how everything should be held together. Finally the gown is on my body and she shoves me toward the tall mirror. "You look great, Saray. Everyone can see that the Crown Princes are already well on their way. The Kingdom eagerly awaits their arrival. You will be the perfect Queen, my child," she babbles emotionally. I see tears in her eyes that sh
"Jasper!" I cry out madly with joy and turn to run down the stairs toward his arms.But even before I can make my move, Eric jumps in front of me, blocking my way with his body like a shield. I punch him wherever I can, and struggle to get out of his grip, but of course, he is many times stronger than me. "Eric, get off me!" I shout. There is an uproar in the hall.I see attendees looking menacingly at Jasper and others glare back confused at the stage. An older man and woman emerge, the woman getting down on her knees, crying her heart out. The man comfortingly wraps a hand around her shoulder to pull her up. "Elder Nicolas. I am Kenston Weiner and there on the stage is my second daughter, Rain. I was reported that she is suffering from amnesia," the man exclaimed emotionally. "This is my wife, Ana and here is my third daughter, Ruth. I confirm what Alpha Jasper here declares, my daughter is already mated with him". My eyes go wide. I hav
Confidently, the man walks down the passageway until he stands in front of the stage.I can't see him very well, Eric blocks my view of the audience. I know he does it deliberately to shield me from my family. The Royal family fears that my parents' emotional outbursts may persuade me to go with them, leaving the Kingdom. Again it is silent, you can hear a pin drop in the hall."I know you. You are Alpha Esis of the Midnight Moon pack," the Council president states in amazement. "Tell Alpha, what do you know about this case and what is your part?" he asks formally. Esis! I can't believe my ears. Is Esis indeed here? And where is Magda?"Well, Council President. I am convinced that Alpha Jasper and Luna Rain belong together, paired by the Moon Goddess for a reason. Rarely have I seen such deep love between two wolves, it is more than the mate bond," he declared admiringly. "I have also seen Rain with King Ralph. Although she finds his compan