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Princess Lara’s POV (1) The great Hall of the Samaria Kingdom was silent, save for the drum of the King's fingers against his throne, each two sharp as a knife against the chair. I stood before him, my golden eyes catching the light coming from the chimney. It was morning already, but once you are in this room, you can never tell what time it is. My father, the King, never allows his maids to open the curtains. He forbade them. Hence the reason why it was always dark. Just like his soul. “Easy there, Lara. He's gonna hear you.” My wolf, Lyra, let out a low chuckle and I rolled my eyes. Who cares if he hears me? The only thing he could do if I ever disrespected him was to lock me in my room like some prisoner or make me go hungry for a couple of days. It's not as if he was going to kill his own daughter. Anyways, I've gotten used to his harsh treatment already. Therefore it doesn't affect me anymore. I took my attention back to the King. The air around him smelled of the fai
Lenora's POV I sat before the vanity in my room, gazing at my image in the mirror, holding the test results on my lap as tears streamed down my face. My hands shook as I gripped the test results, the words “negative” and “barren” piercing my thoughts like a branding iron. As the Luna of the Pack, my responsibility was to bear an heir, yet here am I - infertile. I will never be able to bear children of my own. I have never considered myself a believer in miracles, but at this moment, I hope a miracle occurs and the test results reveal ‘positive’. The weight had been bearing down on me for years, and with every month that went by, the Pack's demands became more intense. I can't help but feel that very soon I'll be sent away from the Pack and the Pack would force my mate to take another woman that can give him an heir. “Our mate loves us and he won't hurt us that way” My wolf whispered to me and I smiled sadly. If only that was the truth. He has fallen out of love with me just
Lenora I was still lost in my thoughts when a knock came. My heart sank thinking that it might be Axel, returning to demand my presence at the ceremony. I opened the door and I was shocked to see my step mother and Melissa. Anger washed over me as I glared at their faces. Matilda knew that her daughter was having an affair with my mate and she didn't scold her. Why was I even surprised? That was what she did to my mother. She was once my mother's best friend. My late mother was my father's mate, but he cheated on her with Matilda. My mother who couldn't bear the news about her mate's betrayal, committed suicide. My father blamed himself for his beloved mate's death. He couldn't live with the fact that he made my mother lose her life. Thus he killed himself too. I was only eight years old at the time and I was made to live with Matilda. Those times of my life were the worst. At some point, I wanted to leave, but I couldn't. I had nowhere to stay. Thus I just stayed in the hous
Lenora As I walked into the Grand Hall, I saw that it was already filled with Pack members, all dressed in their finest attire. The hall is decorated with balloons and ribbons, and a large banner reads “Congratulations to Alpha Axel and Miss Melissa” and I just rolled my eyes. I was wearing a simple yet elegant black dress, my hair pulled back in a loose bun. My eyes were sunken and my skin was pale. I could feel everyone's eyes on me, but I ignored it as I walked towards the front roll. Anger washed over me as I saw that Melissa was seated on his right side. Well, I sat down next to my mate, trying to pretend to be happy for him and his mistress. No matter how hard I try, I can't pretend to be happy for them. I mean which Luna in her right senses would happily accept such betrayal from her mate? Axel stands at the front of the hall, a broad smile on his face. He's wearing a tailored suit, and his eyes are shining with pride. “I welcome you all to this ceremony. For those
Lenora I gradually opened my eyes, drowsily observing my environment. I saw that I was in the dungeon, the chill of the stone walls and the faint torchlight starkly reminding me of my situation. I tried to sit up, but a surge of dizziness overwhelmed me, making me lie back down. “Hello?” I signaled the guards who were standing by the door and one of them rushed forward and bowed before me. “Greetings, Luna!” He greeted me and I nodded. “How long have I been here?” I asked him. “You've been here for two days, Ma'am,” He said gruffly. “You've been unconscious the whole time,” I felt a wave of anger wash over me upon hearing the news. Two days? How could Axel keep me here for two days? I was the Luna for heaven's sake!! “Thanks!” I said to the guard and he bowed and walked back to his duty post. At that moment, I heard the sound of footsteps approaching. I glanced up to find Melissa and her mother approaching me, wearing satisfied smiles. I noticed the other woman behind
ZADE "Of course, I do. I can feel the mate bond," She replied in a robotic tone which indicated that she wasn't happy. She didn't sound happy at all. But that was the least of my problems. At least for now. What mattered now was that I've found my mate. My lips curved into a smile as the thought settled in my head. This had to be the happiest moments of my life. I never thought that a day would come when I would find my mate, but now she was right in front of me. Although I still have no idea what plans the moon goddess has up her sleeves to make Lenora of all people, my mate. I mean she is my archenemy mate. This is so forbidden! Besides, I've been in love with her for a long time now. Fuck, I've been in love with Lenora since the first time I set my eyes on her. That was four years ago and I had plans of chasing her and making her mine, but all those plans went down the drain when I realized that she was not single and worst of all, she was Axel's mate. I couldn't g
Lenora What the hell is going on? Is he in his right senses? How can he say he doesn't give a damn whether I can give him children or not? I mean no Alpha in his right senses will want to be with a barren Luna for heaven's sake! He wants to be with a woman who will never conceive? EVERY Alpha wants a woman who will provide them with pups that can succeed them when they are no more. My barrenness was the main reason why Axel's attitude towards me changed. If I wasn't barren, I'd have still been in the pack and maybe Melissa wouldn't have come into the picture. “You don't know what you are saying, Zade. We can't be together. I can't give you any pups at all, even if we have to wait forever” I said in a stern voice, hoping to make him change his mind, but he shook his head. “Of course I know what I want, Lenora. I want you and you alone. Like I said earlier, if the moon goddess gives us children, that's a bonus, but if she doesn't, we will adopt one,” He repeated the same wor
Lenora Zade took my hands in his as he led me to his car that was parked across the road. A man dressed in black suit rushed forward to open the door, but Zade shook his head, indicating that he'll do it and the guard bowed, before walking back to the car. With a huge smile on his face, he opened the car door for me and I got in, muttering my thanks. I didn't even realize that there was a driver inside the car already. He got in too and immediately, the driver started the car. A thought suddenly popped into my head. Even though he had told me not to worry about anything, I just couldn't help it. Clearing my throat, I started. “So tell me, Zade, are you sure that your pack is gonna accept me?” I asked him. He took my hands into his and gave it a gentle squeeze. “Why are you worried, baby girl? You don't have to worry about being accepted by them or not. They have no choice than to—” “No, Zade. I don't think I can bear it if they don't accept me. What if they see me as a spy
Princess Lara’s POV (1) The great Hall of the Samaria Kingdom was silent, save for the drum of the King's fingers against his throne, each two sharp as a knife against the chair. I stood before him, my golden eyes catching the light coming from the chimney. It was morning already, but once you are in this room, you can never tell what time it is. My father, the King, never allows his maids to open the curtains. He forbade them. Hence the reason why it was always dark. Just like his soul. “Easy there, Lara. He's gonna hear you.” My wolf, Lyra, let out a low chuckle and I rolled my eyes. Who cares if he hears me? The only thing he could do if I ever disrespected him was to lock me in my room like some prisoner or make me go hungry for a couple of days. It's not as if he was going to kill his own daughter. Anyways, I've gotten used to his harsh treatment already. Therefore it doesn't affect me anymore. I took my attention back to the King. The air around him smelled of the fai
Lenora's POV My heart pounded in my chest as the maids guided me through the corridors of the pack house. The dress was heavy with intricate embroidery and delicate silver threading, which brushed against the floor with each step I took. Its regal weight only added to my unease. Why would Alpha Zade choose this for me? I asked no one in particular. I really wanted to know what he was planning, but Lucia and the women with her weren't helping matters in any way. They wouldn't say anything and I have decided not to ask them. I'll see for myself when we get there. But the closer we got to the main hall, the more the air seemed to slow down and hum with anticipation. My fingers twitched at my sides, but I forced myself to keep my composure. What if he was inviting me to witness when he claims his new wife? “Relax, Nora. He says she won't come until the next full moon.” Zoey chimed in and I shrugged helplessly. "You can’t blame me for overthinking, Zoey. I’ve been through so much
Lenora's POV "It would mean war for my pack." Even till now, those words still echo in my mind. Morning has come, but no matter how hard I try to distract myself, Zade’s warning from last night refuses to fade. Last night after our discussion, he had asked me to spend the night in his room, but I'd turned him down. I can't stand the fact that he'll get married and soon, he'll stop being mine. Even if he wouldn't stop being mine, I'll have to share him with his betrothed. First it was his ex girlfriend who had caused trouble for me, and now it's his betrothed wife. I wasn't mad at Zade in any way. In fact, he did what was good for his pack. A wise leader would always do everything within his powers to help his pack and that was exactly what he did. But if there was anyone who I was mad at, then it was the moon goddess. She's the cause of everything. She has always been against my happiness. I must say she hates to see me happy. But what have I done to deserve it? Why can'
Lenora's POV “What are you talking about?” He frowned, his eyebrows furrowed slightly. I couldn't believe that he was trying to feign confusion. I heard everything clearly. Therefore he can't be able to deny this. Not when I heard it. I wasn't eavesdropping on his conversation, but with how loud he sounded earlier, I knew what he was talking about with whoever was at the other end of the phone. “Don't lie to me, Zade.” I whispered quietly. “I heard everything. You are getting married, aren't you?” Zade couldn't answer my question and in that moment, I knew the truth. Indeed he was getting married. HE WAS GETTING MARRIED, YET HE DIDN'T SAY ANYTHING ABOUT IT. He was keeping it from me and now I found myself wondering what else he must be hiding from me. “And when exactly were you going to share this?” I demanded and he let out a sharp exhale. “I'm sorry.” He muttered under his breath and I shook my head. “Sorry doesn't change anything, Zade. Trust me, it doesn't.” I his
Talia's POV Just when I thought that Zariel wouldn't do as I said, the car door opened and he got inside. I couldn't tell why he was always acting grumpy like the world revolves around him, when it is clear that it doesn't? I was about to say something to him, but the next minute, I saw that he had already slapped my driver. My driver looked stunned as he wasn't expecting it. What the fuck? Even I hadn't seen that coming. “What's wrong with you, Zariel?” I hissed through gritted teeth. “What the hell was that for?” He didn't even look at me. Instead he just leaned back, as he flexed his fingers. It was as if he was debating whether to hit the man again. “Answer me, Zariel. WHAT THE HELL WAS THAT FOR?” I groaned in annoyance, but he just let out a derisive scoff. “You are really asking me that, Talia?” “Yes, you psychotic bastard.” I snapped. “You don't just slap my driver like some entitled tyrant. What the hell is wrong with you?” Zariel's gaze flicked to the rearvie
Zade's POV “How could you think about sending your daughter over to my pack without discussing it with me, Colton?” I hissed through gritted teeth. The more I thought about it, the angrier I became. “This is uncalled for, your Majesty.” He burst into laughter and I frowned, my brows furrowed slightly. “Take it easy, Zade.” He blurted amidst his laughter and the frown on my face increased. “What's so funny?” I couldn't help it. We were talking about some serious matter and here he was, laughing like it wasn't important enough. “I haven't sent her yet. I'm not a fool to send my daughter over to your pack without informing you. That's a foolish thing to do.” He elaborated and almost immediately, a wave of relief washed over me. Thank goodness! I was already wondering how I was going to explain things to Lenora if Colton's daughter eventually shows up at the pack unannounced. Now I have enough time to explain the situation at hand to Lenora. “Good.” I nodded like he could see m
Zariel's POV"That idiot!" I cursed under my breath as I hobbled forward. How could he just abandon me like this? Was he really so blind that he couldn't see that my legs were injured? “Weren't you the one that told him to leave?” My wolf chimed in, his voice laced with amusement and I scoffed in frustration. “You fool! You really thought I meant it?” Of course I hadn't. I'd only been playing hard to get, but who would have thought that he'd listen and tell the driver to take off without me? He was such an arrogant fool! Just like Zade. I'll make sure I give him a piece of my mind when I meet him again. I hissed as I stared at my legs. I need to get to a hospital as soon as possible. Darag - that idiot. He got what he deserved. A smile crept its way to my face as I recalled how Karl had instructed his guards to break Darag's legs. Not only Darag. Including everyone on his team. It was a satisfying scene to watch and what made it the most satisfying was the fact that I was th
Zade's POV “The one where you swore to wed his daughter.” Those words replayed in my head over and over again and no matter how much I tried to make it leave, it just wouldn't. “Uh, Alpha, are you still there?” Karl's voice came up when he didn't hear any words from me. “Yes, Karl.” I exhaled sharply. “I'm here.” “What should I say to King Colton's messenger? Should I tell him that the wedding wouldn't hold, since you've found your fated mate already?” He asked and I couldn't even answer. I'm a man who was known for keeping his words. What would Colton say if I don't keep my words to him? Now, this wasn't just some forgotten promise….it was a blood oath, one I must fulfill one way or the other. As if my fucking opinion changed a goddamn thing. My mind traveled back to the main reason that brought about this. Months ago, when rogue attacks began bleeding my borders dry, I'd swallowed my pride and gone to King Colton for help. My warriors were strong, but relentless assau
Damien's POV “I don't need a bodyguard, Axel! I'm a strong ass lady” Melissa rasped. From the way she was staring at me, I knew she was suspecting me. She must be thinking that I forced Axel to do this. “And I can take care of myself.” “I know, doll, but I can't leave you all alone.” He tried to convince her, but she wasn't having it. She shook her head. “You don't have to worry about me, my Alpha. I can look after myself. Plus my mother is there to watch over me and our son.” Axel's lips pursed. “I don't want to take any chances, Melissa. I know your mother is there for you, but I won't be at rest knowing that there is no one to look after my wife and son.” “But there are guards too!” She hissed through gritted teeth. She was trying so hard to make sure that Axel doesn't leave me with her. If only she knows that he has made up his mind. She should just give up already, because no matter how much she tries, he won't change his mind. And that's the best part of it. It brought