Eulla stood in front of her mirror as she applied a bright red lipstick. Once done, she smacked her lips and put the lipstick back in her purse. Her hands moved to straighten her blonde hair which fell in waves down her shoulders, she flashed a smile"All set" She blew a kiss to her reflection, sprayed perfume again before cat-walking out of the room, her heels clanking against the cold tiles."Mum?" She called out as she descended the stairs "I'm all ready, I'll be leaving now""Eulla" Jane came out the kitchen with a look of disapproval on her face "Your dad will be back today, he won't be happy if he returns and doesn't find you at home""Oh mother" Eulla rolled her eyes "You know I have to go. The girls and I are finally meeting up after a long time, I can't afford to miss out on this. What's wrong with me wanting to have some after everything that has happened, especially with the stupid rumors about that stupid bitch going round town?""Eulla—""Enough, Mum" Eulla cut her off
"Just come with, it'll be fun, trust me" Ian tried to convince Xylah for the hundredth time."Ian," Xylah sighed and pulled the jacket Ian got her earlier closer to her body. It was kind of chilly out here" I told you I don't wanna go to any fair" The frown on her face was evident " We've had enough fun for the evening""We haven't even—" Ian tried protesting but Xylah would have none of it "We're already at a mall, you've gotten me a jacket and we've watched a movie, that's enough. We should head back before anyone realizes i'm gone. You can get into huge trouble for this" They were both walking out of the movie theater now."Oh c'mon, you really should try to relax" Ian didn't seem bothered in the slightest "Nothing's going to happen, I won't get in trouble" He sipped the rest of the drink in his hand"You speak as if you're the crown prince or something" Xylah muttered but Ian heard her clearly, he choked on his drink."Hey? Are you okay?" Slight worry crossed Xylah's face hearin
Eulla stood in the middle of the large mall, the breath in throat hitched and her jaw slightly dropped. Just a second ago, she was about to curse at this person who ruined her expensive clothes but now as her eyes met the ocean blue ones staring back at her, everything around her seem to have come to a stop."Are you okay?" His baritone like voice snapped her back to reality. "Huh?" Eulla blinked, her senses returning to her "Ah, yes" She replied and laughed awkwardly allowing her eyes take in the sight of the man before her. Looming over her at over 6ft tall, well– built body and a mysterious face which was hidden under a black eye mask, Eulla couldn't help but feel herself drawn to this mystery man.' Who is this man?' She wondered. There was something about him that mesmerized Eulla. Was it the way his hair fell down the sides of his face? Was it the way his blue orbs sparkled with so much intensity? Was it the powerful aura surrounding him or was it simply the way he stood with a
Excitement bubbled in Eulla's veins as she rushed towards the exit, a big smile on her face. Her heart tingled from the meeting with that stranger. This was the first time she felt this way, no man had ever made her feel this way before, Eulla knew without doubt the masked man was a special one. Crazy how she met someone today and she's already feeling all giddy for him. Eulla blushed at the realization that she might finally be in love. She couldn't wait to tell her girls. Her footsteps hurried as she sighted the exit. Just when she was about to leave the building, someone crashed into her yet again. Eulla yelped as she lost her footing and crashed to the ground."I'm– I'm sorry!" A thin voice cried out."The fuck!!" Eulla hissed in pain. Her head sprung up to curse at the person only to be met with the biggest shock of her life. Eulla's face paled, her throat went dry and her eyes turned as wide as saucers, as they stared into the green eyes which held an equal amount of shock."Xy
"Let go of me!" Chills of horror ran down Xylah's spine as one of the men pulled her. She yanked away and took several steps back, her being soaked in fear.Loud laughter erupted around her as another one grabbed her yet again causing her to screech."Leave me! Let go of me!" Xylah cried and yanked away again eliciting another round of laughter. The men seemed to be enjoying her little act."Don't you dare," She mustered the bravest voice she could as she saw another reached out for her "Touch me""Uh lala" One shuddered ",Seems we've got a fiery one for the night" "I said don't touch me!" Xylah slapped his hand away, he growled "Hey girl! You better save all that energy for later, you'll need alot of it for screaming" The men bursted into laughter once more.Xylah's throat went dry at the thought of what these monsters were going to do with her. She was surrounded, with no where to run to. Her cries for help earlier were utterly useless, she was in a dark alley with no other soul i
Xylah's hands covered her lips, the shock clearly written all over her face. Her feet moved as she took steps back shaking her head in disbelief at what she had just done. Her shocked eyes met with Ian's and she shook her head."I– I" She stuttered "I didn't mean to– I didn't– i didn't–" The words refused to form, she clasped her hands over her mouth again. "I'm sorry" The words were barely a whisper but she was sure Ian heard them because he took a step forward."No!" She blurted out, the tears started to pool on her eyes once more."Don't come close to me. I– I didn't realize– I didn't know what I was doing" She panicked, her trembling hands half covered her face."I'm sorry" She apologized once more and before Ian could say another word, Xylah dashed past him."Xylah!" He yelled chasing after her. "Xylah stop!" Catching up to her was no big deal, his large hands wrapped around her arms as he pulled her towards himself."What do you think you're doing?!" He growled turning her to fa
Xylah's eyes widened in horror seeing the blood gushing out of the wound. The knife meant to plunge into her was in Ian's hands. He had grabbed the knife instead of letting it pierce right through her. Ian saved her."Ian!" Xylah let out a horrified cry as she pulled back the knife, more blood gushed out."My goddess! What on earth have you done?!" She yelled grasping his hands. Blood trickled out of the wound and Xylah tried her possible best to keep it in even though it was of no use."What on earth have you done? Why would you do this?" She cried and looked around desperately, she caught sight of a scarf. She hurried towards it and brought it back to wrap around his arm."Leave all of that" Ian said as she struggled to tie the wound "Leave it Xyla—""But you're bleeding!" She pointed out with a ceu "You're bleeding Ian!""But I don't care!" His sudden yell shut her up "I don't give a damn about this stupid wound Xylah! It means absolutely nothing!""Ian you're injured—" "It's ju
Hours after Ian had left, Xylah was still left in shock. She still found it hard to believe the moon goddess had actually given her a second chance.She now had a mate! How crazy is that?She went about her day doing nothing as usual, laying on her bed, her mind filled with the thoughts of Ian. Butterflies flew around in her stomach and Xylah found herself giggling every now and then. She felt like a school girl again.Night soon came and she fell asleep, a huge smile on her face. The next morning, Xylah had taken a bath and had just dressed up when a knock came on her door."Yes?" She answered and went to open it. She had locked it from the inside after Ian left yesterday evening. Xylah hurried towards the door, excitement bubbling in her veins. It was probably Ian or the maids bringing in her breakfast.Well whichever she was she would be glad because in as much as she wanted to see Ian, she was extremely famished. She reached the door, unbolted it and pulled it open but instead of
Epilogue"The long awaited day has arrived dear viewers," The female reporter smiled brightly at the camera "We've just been informed that our dear Queen has gone into labor and a little prince is expected soon. The whole world is in anticipation and we're sending our hearts, prayers and heartfelt wishes to the Royal family. We wish the Queen nothing but a safe delivery"Caspian walked back and forth, his eyes darted towards the closed door every now and then. The whole of the chambers was dead quiet save for the constant screams and cries coming from behind the door and the loud thudding of his heart.His heart pounded against his chest so fast, he was sure it was going to explode any moment. He still couldn't believe what was happening— his wife, his queen, his mate was finally in labor.Caspian had waited for this day ever since that night and now that it was finally here, he didn't know why he felt this nervous. A fear nagged at his being, one that refused to go away no matter ho
Xylah sat in front of her dressing mirror, dressed in all white and a veil over her head, a single tear flowed down her cheeks. Today marks the third month after Caspian's day and today, everything was going to change for her. She was getting married, again. And to whom? Sire Onyx himself. Xylah recoiled at the mere thought of marrying Caspian's uncle but she was helpless, just like she was on the night she stabbed Caspian.The whole city had gone into mourning after his body had been found cold the next morning. The cause of death was said to be a stab in the heart with a silver knife. Silver was lethal to all werewolves— it took their lives like it meant nothing.Investigations had been carried out but Sire onyx ofcourse got the case closed. Days passed by and Caspian was soon forgotten, he was but a useless prince after all.Xylah shook away the thoughts and took a long sigh as she's escorted out of the room.' Today was going to be a long day' She thought, clutching the small kni
Xylah slowly made her way to the dinner room flanked by her attendees. It's been days since her meeting with Sire Onyx Xylah had tried really hard to forget all about it but having to see him everyday was a constant reminder on its own. The royal family had this tradition He had given her time and his eyes held the same amount of warning whenever it met hers.Today was no different, the moment Xylah had stepped into the dinning room, her eyes met his Onyx's first. A disapproving look crossed his face. Onyx had already given her the instructions on what to do and was expecting the results for days now. Xylah couldn't bring herself to just do it.She sat in her place at the table, opposite her husband and looked everywhere but at Onyx. She felt his eyes bore into her soul as the kitchen maids serve breakfast. Xylah made it a mental note to eat quickly, excuse herself and hurry out of here before Onyx was done. She didn't want him to trap her like he always did the rest for the day.Ch
You.." Jane growled the moment she reached Xylah."Oh, mothe—" Xylah barely had the chance to complete her words when a heavy slap.lamded on her cheeks, the sound resounded across the entire drawing room. Two amidst who stood there gasped at the same time Xylah did."Mother?" Xylah called out in shock, a hand to her cheek."I am not your mother!" Came Janes harsh growl "Don't u ever call me that you filthy bitch" she barked, the veins on her forehead Popping. Xylah has seen Jane angry so many times but this was the first time she was seeing her like this. She looked mad, almost possessed. She looked up at the maids who stared at them in shock."Leave us" She simply said and they nodded almost immediately before scurrying out of the room. Jane humped "You must be enjoying yourself are you not? You must be so happy after ruining my daughter's life!""But what did I do?" Cykah had no idea why so much anger was being directed at her. she hadn't done a thing."Everything!" Jane yelled and
"Come now, let's go" Ian said finally releasing her from the hug" We don't have much time left as it is"His hands held hers as he pulled her along and of course, Xylah's feet betrayed her, they trotted after him mindlessly as they headed for the door. It was only when she saw him open the door that her heart started to race.She can't do this, she can't go with Ian. His life was already on the line and if they leave like this, then—No, Xylah swallowed. She wanted nothing more than to run as far away from here as possible and start a new life with her mate, of course. But she knew she couldn't do that."I can't come with you!" She used all the strength she had left to scream those words, stopping Ian dead in his tracks. He turned to look at her, his eyes filled with questions."Xylah?" His voice broke as his grip on her loosened. Xylah used that opportunity to free herself."Yes Ian I'm sorry but I can't come with you""But why? Wh–""I don't owe you any explanation" her jaw tighten
Ian stopped on front of Xylah's door, his hands raised as he dropped a soft knock on the door"Xylah?" He called out, his voice even softer "Are you in there?" He asked. It was a stupid question ofcourse, as she most certainly was in there. She couldn't go anywhere else.Moments later, he heard the shuffling of feet and the door being unlocked before it was pulled open, the face of his mate coming into his view. The smile on Ian's face disappeared the moment he saw her."Xylah?" A small frown made it's way up his face. "What's wron—" she didn't let him complete his sentence as she crashed into his arms without warning.Whether or not Ian was taken aback, Xylah didn't know because she felt him wrapped his arms around her a moment later. The familiar sparks were sent running across her body again, it felt like she was electrocuted but not bad electrocuted, electrocuted in a good way. Xylah closed her eyes, it felt oddly comforting.How grateful she was he didn't say anything through ou
Xylah returned to her room devastated after her discussion with Aeon and Raphael. They had given her an ultimatum knowing fully well which one Xylah would pick. With a heavy heart, Xylah obviously ended up picking the latter— to save Ian's life.Xylah would endure anything, but she couldn't tolerate a single scratch on Ian. He was her friend and savior, he had given her a new life, chose to hold her hand when others didn't and above all, Ian was her mate.She couldn't let any injustice come to him when it was her fault after all. The reason they had both snuck out was for her to enjoy some fun time.As she collapsed on her bed , face first, she couldn't hold back all of the tears threatening to fall, all of them came down in a huge stream. Her bedcovers were stained in no time as Xylah cried. She cried and cried, her body racking with powerful sobs yet she didn't even try to stop them. She let herself cry her sorrows away.Xylah couldn't believe how unfortunate she was. Just yesterday
Xylah took a step back, the surprise and shock on her face was evident as she watched the grown up man drool and mumble some incoherent words which she couldn't understand at all. She watched him burst into laughter and pointed at her while an idiot which made her gasp.It looked like she was the only surprised one because the other two men in the room looked ok as if nothing had happened– as if all was just normal to them.Xylah now understood why everyone refered to him as the useless prince. Horror washed over her as she wondered what could've turned such a fine man into something as dreadful as this?He had beautiful ocean blue eyes, accentuated by thick black lashes, a long and perfect nose sat on his face.Xylah could swear she had never seen a finer man all her life. His features were enough to make one drool but he was drooling instead?She watched the prince pick up a piece of salad from one of the bowls on the table and bring it up to his face. He blew on it, then sniffed it
'You're getting married to the prince tomorrow'Those were the only words that kept repeating themselves over Xylah's head as she walked down the long hall leading to the dining room.The hallway she walked in was adorned with gold paintings and intricately carved sculptures and the whole floor was covered with a red carpet, which contrasted with the long dark pink gown she had chosen to wear.On a normal day Xylah would have been looking around, at the paintings and designs curiously and marveling at how beautiful they were but that day was not just today. Her mind was filled with so many thoughts, it was so jumbled up that she had a hard time time knowing what was what.Earlier, she had chosen a pretty decent pink gown and decided to wear it to her meeting with the prince. She allowed her hair to fall down in her natural waves and didn't see it necessary to do any makeup or anything of the sort as she was going to meet the prince.Xylah was just going there to finally see this "pri