Angel Conrad's PovI realized that our cousin had changed when she selfishly demanded to be given our mate's third wish. I didn't however think that she would attempt something so evil. How was murdering our mate supposed to benefit her?"So a random killer managed to find your chambers, steal your keys and know the directions to our queen's chambers?" I question.Only she and us knew that she got the key to these chambers. So who else would have done it?"A enemy of yours might have given him directions. Your former queen for example," she lamely defends. Garren orders the curious crowd in the room to leave and they immediately rush out. She appears more anxious with just us in the room."Our former queen would not have known who has the keys. It also seems strange that none of Keira's weapons were brought here," I point.Her entire body trembles in fear and for a brief moment she appears rueful. But that look quickly fades, getting replaced by another. One of faked anger."Are you
Keira's PovI wake up sandwiched between two of my mates, Garren and Fenris, in the incredibly massive bed of King Conrad's chambers. Their beguiling scents are so profound, making me fancy things that I shouldn't.I had the most comfortable sleep despite their muscular bodies pushing against me like two heavy rocks. My body has this overwhelming urge to seek their touch again, just like last night when they healed my back. Their willingness to heal me despite knowing that they would lose their powers was quite astounding. I never thought they were capable of any selfless act, especially one that takes away their formidability. They would have killed their evil cousin if I had not intervened. I don't know why she wanted me dead, but it was clear enough that it was her that had sent that gigantic werewolf to attack me. I was feeling like a tattered cloth before my mates healed me. But they would not let me sleep alone again in my chambers or in my previous guest room, so I had to ac
Keira's Pov"Your majesties, we met alpha Cedric's men on our way back after delivering the invitation cards of your great wedding to Grey Wolves pack," one of the young men says.What great wedding is he speaking of? The one that already happened with no guests? Or is there a bride already waiting to marry them after our divorce?I decide not to interrupt anything in front of the messengers and sound as jealous as their former queen.The messenger carries on with his story. "The men told us that their alpha wanted to speak to us and we would not be harmed if we accepted to be led to him. We accepted and Cedric was gentle and kind when he spoke to us. He said that his hatred for you was misguided and he pleads for your forgiveness. He also said that he has heard about your impecable bride and would love to attend the wedding," he informs. I wonder who that impecable bride is. She must be beautiful and royal, just like they always wanted their queen to be. I don't know why it pains t
Princess Lyna's PovLady Doria explains our great plan to my father and his council with pure grace and effortless charm. They listen with interest, not one looking away or interrupting.I may have the confidence just like her, but not the wise words to make it sound like the greatest quest. "So a stone exists that doesn't require a person of pure heart?" my father inquires in awe."Yes your highness. The darkstone requires no virtue," Lady Doria answers. But my father regards her with suspicion. "If that were the case I would imagine you would want to keep it a secret, use it yourself. I don't understand what help you could possibly be needing from my daughter," he says and the council members seem to be thinking the same as they nod their heads.Lady Doria hesitates for long moment before answering. "Your daughter is the only one that can use the darkstone, your highness . It requires the darkest of hearts. The most unvirtuous," she answers genuinely. Both my parents and the cou
Keira's PovThe servants set delicious dishes on the table in front of me. But I have no appetite. I just realized that I am now stuck in an unbreakable marriage with my selfish, lying mates. I was convinced that once I have restored their powers they would want someone else. Only to find out that they have been planning a grand, ceremonial marriage."You promised that we would divorce after I restore your powers," I remind even though I am sure they haven't forgotten. "I do not want to be as miserable as your former queen."They all look crestfallen. But they made me a promise and it's the only reason I accepted to marry them. "I am sorry to tell you that we never meant to keep that promise. We had hoped that once we are married you would give us a chance to prove our love to you. Misery will never be a feeling in your heart, I assure you," Conrad says in his husky voice. I scoff in annoyance. I now know that their promises mean nothing. Problem is I cannot leave without making th
Keira's PovI may be what their mother wished for, but they are not the husbands I wanted. She did not wish them to be virtuous, but I guess that's something you can't wish for. I retreated to my Queen's chambers to think. The servants already fixed the broken window and only I and my mates now have the keys. They also got my enchanted blade back from Lady Doria's chambers. She seemingly knew where it was even when she lied about not finding it. I lay down on the couch near the fire place and stare at the ceiling. I once tricked into my mates into accepting a blood pact with Lyna so they would by be stuck with her forever. Now I am in a similar predicament, stuck in a marriage with three gorgeous, selfish kings. A loud knock on the door causes me to jump. I made sure to lock the door so whoever it is cannot get in. But I doubt it's anyone dangerous this time. "Your highness," Margaret's voice shouts and I immediately jump up. She smiles and bows after I open the door. "How are y
Keira's PovMy father's clothes are made of silk and fur, like those of a rich royal. I am already guessing that my mates have been sending him gold or lots of money. How else can my father afford such deluxe clothing?His hug is so tight that I strain to breathe. I have to tap his arm several times to make him let go after my legs starts to grow weak beneath me. Having a wolf will always make him stronger than me. But I am sure he isn't disappointed in me, unless he didn't hear about the tournament. "We will leave you two to catch up privately," Conrad says and all my mates surprisingly rise and leave the room, acting like it's not their palace that we are in.."I never expected them to be so kind and humble. You're a lucky woman, sweetie," father says with a joyous smile.Kind and humble? It must be the servants he is speaking of. My mates have never been humble."Was it the kings who asked you to come?" I question."Yes. Their letter said that your marriage is in two days," he i
Keira's PovI had no idea that another stone existed until now. My mates never mentioned it. Which makes me wonder how much more they are hiding.We are all gathered around the breakfast table, alpha Cedric and his men included. Apparently an enemy can turn into your best friend in a day. "Your enemies are gathering, and they are confident in your cousin's guidance," alpha Cedric says in the most chilling voice. "Doria is the one guiding them?" Fenris questions. "Yes, that was the name in the letter I received," Cedric answers.Sounds like Conrad was right about it being a mistake to let your enemies live. I should never have pleaded for their cousin's life to be spared. It appears that snakes never change, they just shed their skin and come at you again. I wonder what she seeks this time. To destroy the kingdom of her own cousins? It's shouldn't be my problem. If only my mates had not declined to take part in another blood pact to break our vows,I would have been gone already.
Keira's Pov"Both your father and your friends are fine. They just had a meal and are now resting. We let them out of the cells in the basement after realising that it wasn't you that ordered their ," Fenris the honestly. "Arina ordered their imprisonment?" I ask in a furious tone. You yup"They attacked her and she demanded that they be locked up," he answers. "We did notice that the prideful decision was unlike you. We thought that you would ask for their release after calming down. But you went for our bodies instead."I would snap that witch's neck if she had not escaped. "If my actions are unlike my character again, lock me up intil you're sure it's me," I order. "Last time we were all together you were afraid of our touch, now you're not. Should we lock you up until we are sure it's you, your majesty?" Conrad asks teasingly while invading my space once more."I should have both of you punished for even imagining you can do that," I respond calmlyBoth him and Fenris chuckle,
Keira PovAlluring scents fill my nostrils as my mind reawakens. It's been days since the last time I inhaled those scents. Back when our mate bond existed. So this must be a dream. I briefly struggle to get my eyes open. A pair of soft lips kisses mine just as my eyes finally blink open. "Told you she just needed our close touch," Garren says after pulling back. "She has woken," he anounces and two more beautiful faces gather next to him, staring down at me with happy smiles.It's not a dream, our mate bond is back. Probably because of the shaman's death. We didn't get to celebrate our marriage, and after getting nearly killed I finally realised how fragile everything in life is. I was too focused on winning battles that I forgot to enjoy my relationship with my gorgeous mates.Arina's attack awakened the part of me that desired pleasant things again. Because I learned that anything can be taken away easily and all that will be left is regret. Because I didn't allow myself time to
Conrad's PovIf I had known this is what would happen I would not have allowed Keira to be part of this fight. She almost lost her life and will probably take days if not weeks to recover from the injuries. Not even our mate bond is present to help her heal faster."Where is her father?" I ask my brothers. It's obvious they do not want to talk about that. A thing that worries me because they were under Shaman's spell. "When that witch and her father arrived Keira's father and her friends tried attacking them. Of course we thought the woman was Keira so we defended her," Garren answers. "You didn't kill them, did you?" I ask. "No. The witch demanded that they be punished and locked up. We let the soldiers do the dirty work since we did not want to be directly involved. We thought that she would regret the decision later," Fenris answers. I wonder how bad the punishment was because there is a chance that our mate's father will never forgive us. I understand that my brothers were und
Angel Fenris's Pov I should have killed that witch before she had the chance to use the darkstone. Problem is I wanted to have fun killing her slowly and using different unbearable ways. I wanted her to die screaming apologies to Keira."Where is my Father and Ezra?" our mate asks with a concerned expression despite the pain she must be feeling. The truth would infuriate her. We made terrible mistakes while under that witch's spell. Telling her where her father and friends are when we have hurt her so much would make her hate us. I made her mind hurt excruciatingly whilst thinking that she is the witch. I cannot give her more bad news. Conrad stares at us curiously. Of course he doesn't understand why we cannot talk about our mate's father right now. "You're losing blood. Let me remove the blade out of your hand so we can take you to the doctor," I say to our mate, avoiding answering the question about her father and friends. Garren holds her tighter as I pull the sharp blade out o
Angel Garren's PovKeira would never ask us to kill our own brother, regardless of the fact that he is under the control of a wicked witch. Our mate was of pure heart. She would never demand the murder of someone that is not under control of his mind. I used to think that no other woman can have Keira's face, but our brother's witch looked and sounded exactly like her. We would have been fooled as well if Keira had not already found a way to restore our mate bond. But I am shocked that she is now demanding for Conrad's death like she never loved him.One of the pretentious guards that Conrad came in with takes off her helmet and just like the first time I am baffled by how much the witch resembles our mate."Kill me instead! I am the witch that is controlling his mind," she says. She is that selfless? Or is it a trick to make us believe that she is the true Keira?"You stupid bitch! You will die today!" our mate screams like she has suddenly lost her mind.She picks up the sword tha
Keira's Pov"I must ask that you do not tell your brothers that I am not Keira. Unlike you they seem to care for that pathetic human and won't like me if they realise that I am not her," Arina tells Conrad as we follow her and her father inside the palace. "Of course I won't tell them if you don't want me to," Conrad assures. "The guards behind used to be close friends of mine. Allow them to come with us," he requests and Arina simply nods. Guess she is so eager to have him as well that she is not allowing her mind to have suspicion. My other two husbands rise from the soft couches of the palace parlour as soon as we walk in through the door. They both step forward to hug Conrad."Welcome back, brother. Where did you get lost to?" Garren asks in a voice filled with concern. Arina makes her way to Fenris and wraps her hands around his waist. He embraces her back, rubbing her back gently and kissing her on the lips. She smiles in comfort."You first tell me what happened the day I l
Keira's Pov"Your plan worked, your majesty. Arina and her father believed that King Conrad turned against you and wishes to have a mate bond with her," Allen gladly informs. We smile in relief as we are now halfway into getting rid of the vixen and her foolish father. As long as the mate bond between her and my other two husbands is broken getting them to recognise who the real Keira is won't be as hard as the first time. According to the text I read about the identity spell, Arina must carry my blood everywhere she goes or my mates will discover that she is not me. Her father was left with only a few drops after suspending my mate bond with the angel kings before I returned to Lunacrest. Arina will only have a little of that blood as her father must have used some to lift my mate bond with my husbands again. Finding the tiny amount of the blood she is carrying will be hard but not impossible. "Did she mix the blood?" Conrad asks. "She asked that you return to the palace, your ma
Keira's PovAngel Conrad's hand and pen hovers over the tiny parchment."What do you think I should write?" he asks, looking furious that he has to do this. Of course penning a love letter to our enemy is not just hard but disgusting as well. But it seems to me like it's the only way we can get her to mix her blood with Luther's. Once the fake mate bond between her and my other husbands is broken then we won't have to fight them to get to her or her father."We must make her believe that your thoughts and feelings are genuine. You must confess a good reason why you're choosing to betray me. Tell her that I am a weak human that never deserved to be the queen of your great kingdom," I suggest."That's not true. You're the smartest and strongest woman our kingdom has ever seen. Not even our mother was as fierce as you're," my husband differs. "The point is to make her believe without doubt that you hate me. The truth doesn't matter," I answer. "Still it disgusts me to write such lies
Keira's PovI read the text titled, "The Identity Spell," frowning at it's weird content. "To steal a person's identity one needs the blood of their victim as well as an object belonging to those that they wish to fool. The enchantment must be done by a powerful sorcerer," I read out loud so that Angel Conrad and the alpha can hear. The rest of the text include strange words that should be uttered during the casting of the spell. How did they get items belonging to my mates to cast the spell? "The Shaman already had my blood, but not anything belonging to you," I tell Conrad. "Maybe we should search the place some more. You never know," Luther says. He summons five more loyal servants to help us. Good thing everyone is eager to please an angel king .The servants excitedly search the house for several hours, bringing anything suspicious to King Conrad. "I found these in Aria's closet, your majesty," one of the servants proudly reports while holding out three scarfs made of sea si