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To The Highest Bidder: Mated To Alpha Lukan 00041: Jealousy And A Warning
LUKAN.I was thinking Merida might say something else, but her look said it all. She couldn't hold my gaze any longer, pretending she saw nothing. She forced out a smile when Zayna turned to look at her, the fried chicken still in her hands and I was still chewing slowly. "Good morning Merida." Zayna greeted cheerfully as if they have known themselves for years. " Hope you slept well?"Merida gave a small nod , and we could hear feet coming down the stairs, it was Lemuel. He saw Merida and I watched as a smile lit up his face as if he had been dying to see her, the happiness in his face was evident . Like Merida was a lost treasure and he was just over the moon seeing her."Morning, beautiful." He said raising her hand to his lips and at that instant ,my heart clenched.I don't know what I felt that instant. Anger . Bitterness. Jealousy. Or the fact that he had kissed Merida's hand affectionately.But whatever I felt then squeezed my heart and I clenched my fist under the table." H
To The Highest Bidder: Mated To Alpha Lukan 00042: The Plan
MERIDABreakfast ended about fifteen minutes ago, Lemuel had gone horse riding with Dean, leaving me bored and alone. There was nobody to speak with , definitely not Zayna and Lukan had left angrily. He was so difficult to understand. I was supposed to get angry at his attitude towards me and not him.As the maids cleared the dinning hall and Zayna spoke to her friends on the phone, I walked upstairs to the bedroom, I could feel Zayna's hateful glance on me but I wasn't bothered about it.It was way better to be alone and have peace than to stick around ,hoping that Zayna would ever to like me.There was no use pushing my buttons or thinking a miracle of some sort would happen because even the Moon Goddess knows that it was far from happening."Hey, Merida." I heard Zayna called behind me. I was almost at the top of the stairs and a huge frown , wide enough for her to see was plastered on my face and I guess she wasn't happy to see it."I want you to come and help the maids clear the
To The Highest Bidder: Mated To Alpha Lukan 00043: The Bane Vase
MERIDA.Hiding behind a pillar was what saved me. I was too scared to say anything. A cold shiver ran down my spine. My heart beat rapidly and I could literally hear it.Sweet beads formed on my temple and I wonder what would happen if whoever it was, sees me, I would definitely be cooked meat and I knew that i would probably know who it was and....The thought of it made me shudder, I didn't want to think of it anymore , think of the possibility that I might be killed because whoever was in the room making that call or speaking to someone was someone in the pack house. Someone I knew.I shut my eyes and braced myself for the inevitable, praying silently to the moon goddess to come to my rescue.I couldn't even peer at the person because the pillar was barely enough to hide me properly but thanks to my small frame.I literally glued myself to the pillar as the person approached, slowly, carefully, getting closer and closer to where I was hiding.My eyes hurt from shutting them too ha
To The Highest Bidder: Mated To Alpha Lukan 00044: Something Is Not Right
LUKAN."Greetings Alpha Lukan." He said and rose to his feet, bowing slightly as I took my seat opposite him. The cold Monday morning air whispered through the little cafe which was at the outskirts of the pack. The memories of the discussion which happened on Saturday concerning the Bane Vase was still drumming in my head .I wondered who could have done such a thing. It was a heirloom which was passed down for seventh generations now, but it wasn't that serious though because I wasn't in the right frame of mind to discuss about it. Mother seemed so angry but I had to calm her down. She possibly doesn't think that it was Merida who had broken the vase?Anyways, that was a topic for another day and I will have to revisit it , I couldn't let anyone blaming Merida for what she knew nothing of ,it was just outrageous.Meeting Investigator Bartlett was something I had managed to do secretly, I wouldn't want anyone trying to poke their nose in my business and definitely not mother too.
To The Highest Bidder: Mated To Alpha Lukan 00045: The Dream
ZAYNA. Coming to the beach was what I wanted to add to my bucket list before getting mated to Lemuel and leaving my single life for good, but I had forgotten to add it there. But now ,I was at the beach. The sweet , calm breeze blew around me and lifted my hair , letting it fly around my face.I laughed , happy and wanted to laugh again. I shut my eyes and spread my arms and I wanted to leave her forever, away from everyone and that stupid soon to be mate of mine Lemuel.Lemuel Thinking of him, why can't he get the faintest hint that I do not love him , it was Lukan my heart beat for now and always .Being close to him was the only way to get closer to Lukan, even when everything ended.Lukan.No woman would take him from me not even Merida.I had plans, great plans, beautiful plans that no one knew nothing of and when I strike, everyone including Julietta would be mesmerized.But not now , I would be patient,so much patient just the way my father was when he wiped his enemies off t
To The Highest Bidder: Mated To Alpha Lukan 00046: Asking Questions About The Dead
ZAYNAAs I brushed my hair and got ready to meet the girls at the restaurant, my mind was preoccupied with so many thoughts. I still haven't gotten over the dream, remembering it now made a cold shiver ran down my spine.It's been two years and I had never seen her in my dream. I had probably forgotten all about her. Is Nahla alive ? I asked myself as I stared at the mirror.I shook my head. No. It wasn't possible. Nahla.She died two years ago , and when the ambulance conveying her body to the hospital caught fire, I knew that she would never return, her body was gone and I had Lukan all to myself.I was supposed to tell my father about the dream, but ever since he went for a trip, he had neither called nor sent me a text.I was bathed in luxury to care all about that."Hey, girl." I spoke into the receiver after the third ring and Rina picked up." Zayna, where are you ?" she said in a small voice which was laced with anger ." We have been waiting for you, what's wrong girl d
To The Highest Bidder: Mated To Alpha Lukan 00047: Getting Deep
Chapter 47.LUKAN."You mean you found something else on Merida case?" I asked, my voice sounding low over the receiver .it's been two days since we last spoke and ever since he had worked hard tirelessly on the case to get me the right information. And now by 8:30 p.m. my phone had rang, just as I got out of the bathroom, the white towel tied around my waist, I could hear the chattering in the dining hall downstairs. Everyone would have a late dinner today because Lemuel and Zayba had gone for their bonding ceremony and a bunch of makeup artist and designers had also be called to the Packhouse to choose a dress for Zayna out of the eight dresses she had picked for her bonding ceremony. It was just so absurd and stupid to think about it. "I went back to Frostclaw Pack and realized that Garrick and his wife Ophelia no longer live in the pack." Investigator Bartlett said and his statement hit me like a punch in the gut.It wasn't any of my business if Garrick and his wife Ophelia
To The Highest Bidder: Mated To Alpha Lukan 00048: Unnecessary
LEMUEL.Finally.I just couldn't wait, it was a day everyone was looking forward to .I could have Zayna as my mate now. Our bonding ceremony could have taken place months back but in didn't want to rush things with Zayna.We had finally gone shopping, I understood her hesitance for not going for the shopping all this while. She had been so busy with with so many things and I was looking forward to the bonding ceremony.I was off the market and the news about the bonding ceremony had gone round the pack as usual.I laughed at the thought, happiness surging through me ."Why are you laughing?" Zayna asked. We had just had a late dinner and now we were standing at the balcony.My arms circling around Zayna, while she rested her head against my chest."Nothing really." I muttered." Just thinking about something, that's all." "Thinking about what ?" Zayna pressed further, she just won't let me be. " Our bonding ceremony?"I nodded, grinning." You can't wait too , right?"Zayna nodded too
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To The Highest Bidder: Mated To Alpha Lukan 00082: Discussions
LUKANThe ballroom emptied in chaos,voices whispering and eyes watching as Merida and I made our way to the car. I kept my face blank, my emotion locked away. I had done what I wanted to do and now I felt at ease .Kara and Zayna were gone, their betrayal had been exposed, and the rest of the pack that weren't present would hear every detail by morning.The air inside the car felt heavy.Merida sat quietly beside me, her gaze fixed out the window. For amoment, I wanted to speak, to say something that would lighten the weight pressing on us. But what could I say? She was in shock, everyone was in shock.Behind us, Lemuel, Dean, and Julietta followed in another car.The convoy moved through the streets to the packhouse , the soft hum of the engine the only sound. My mind was far from the quiet road, replaying the night's events.In few minutes , we arrived at the Packhouse, the scene before us was shocking. The everywhere buzzed with activity. Guards whispered among themselves, and mai
To The Highest Bidder: Mated To Alpha Lukan 00081: It's Quite Over
LUKANThe atmosphere in the room felt so thick and stifling.Everything had happened so fast and sudden and the worst part was that Zayna was dead Her lifeless body lay sprawled on the icy, blood-soaked floor, her face calm in death was the stark reminder of the happiness she once had. The heavy weight of shock and grief hung heavily in every corner of the hall. Some women were already beginning to sob a d some were too scared to leave the hall.My wolf stirred restlessly within me, a mix of fury, sorrow, and an urgent desire for revenge, to have Beta Thedeus punished for all the nonsense he had caused. Something in me wanted to find the culprit myself and deal with them. They tried to kill me and because of that Zayna was dead even though she didn't deserve any of this.Even though I was feeling really angry, I knew I had to stay calm. There was a big problem coming, and it wasn't too far from where I was but I had to stop it.“You!” Beta Thaddeus's angry voice shattered the ten
To The Highest Bidder: Mated To Alpha Lukan 00080: A Different Turn
LUKANThe ballroom felt heavy with the tension and everything I had revealed, no one could say a single word it felt like the world had suddenly come to an end . Beta Thedeus and his bastard son felt like vanishing together with every member of the council who had supported him.The chandeliers twinkled above, showing the tension that filled the hall. Everyone was waiting patiently for my words, their gazes filled with curiosity, suspicion, and a hint of fear. Glasses held half drunk in their hands, eyes casting dirty looks at Beta Thedeus and his daughter Zayna.In the crowd, Zayna's expression was one of forced composure, and her shaking hands showed how scared she was, she was never expecting any of this She was clearly weighing her options, her eyes flicking between me and the assembled pack members.I approached her slowly, the sound of my boots sending sounds on the marble floors that made her shiver . “Zayna,” I started, my tone firm and precise. “I have something to ask
To The Highest Bidder: Mated To Alpha Lukan 00079: The Alpha Is Back
LUKANThe grand hall shone brightly under the golden chandeliers, their illumination dancing across polished marble floors and beautifully carved columns. This event was more than a mere ball—it was a display of deception organized by those eager to alter the legacy of my lineage, give my position to someone else.Laughter rose and fell through the hall, deceptively light and the sound of hushed chatters and the clicking of glasses filled the air. Council members raised their glasses in feigned joy,excited to have me discarded or so they thought.At the heart of the gathering was Beta Thaddeus, exuding his usual calm authority. His voice was measured and forceful as he addressed the assembly. “Ladies and gentlemen, tonight marks an important moment for our pack. We have long awaited the return of order. This evening, we will crown a new Alpha.” His words hung in the air like a noose tightening around me. My prolonged absence had given them thus them, feeding their ego and stupidi
To The Highest Bidder: Mated To Alpha Lukan 00078: The Moon Meeting
MERIDAIt was late evening as my personal maids got me ready for the moon meeting and at the same time I felt fear and anxiety surge through me. It was the night of the moon meeting, a significant event, but this one felt particularly heavy. I couldn't have attended if I had a say, going to the moon meeting — a meeting where some old men will have him replaced.I felt angry and at the same time as if I was betraying him. The council would be deliberating a possible successor for Lukan while he was in coma and I wished I could tell Lemuel that there was no need going for the Moon meeting.I caught a glimpse of myself in the mirror, feeling rather disoriented as a maid worked on my hair, styling it into a sleek twist that flowed gracefully down my back. Another maid stepped into the room, her face serious,very serious.“My Lady .” she said gently. “I need to inform you that Clara is unwell. She’s had a fever all day and hasn’t spoken to anyone. " She looked around her, at the maids
To The Highest Bidder: Mated To Alpha Lukan 00077: The Alpha Should Be Replaced
MERIDAThe next day was bright and full of hope,hope that soon everything would be fine.I wore a bright yellow, knee length dress and had my hair curled up, I was even planning on going to the beach today. I had told Lemuel and Dean had wanted to come with us.It was my first time of going to the beach, but I didn't tell Lemuel this, he would probably laugh at me. I smiled at the thought as I settled into the chair opposite Dean .Just as lunch started, one of the maids approached timidly, whispering to Julietta who reached out for a wine flute."Ma'am, your phone… It's an urgent call."Julietta answered the phone, her face shifting to a more serious expression. She spoke quietly, but her body language suggested trouble. "This can't be happening..."A pause.A long one." You can't possibly do this....it's outrageous!"Her grip on the phone tightened, and her knuckles turned white as though each word she heard drained the life from her.Lemuel looked up at her and I wondered what wa
To The Highest Bidder: Mated To Alpha Lukan 00076: Pouring Out My Heart
The night was very quiet, like everything was waiting for something to happen. Lemuel and I stood on the balcony, looking down at the garden below and up at the blurry stars. I still thought about what I had told him and it was the best thing I ever did. At least I wasn't alone.My mind and heart were filled with thoughts and feelings, hoping that Lukan could still hear me and a miracle of some sort will happen and he will just wake up.I held onto the chilly metal railing, noticing how it dug into my hands. Helping me to keep calm.“I never… I never told him, Lemuel,” I whispered, struggling to speak. “I never told him how much he meant to me. And now, I fear I might never have that chance.”Lemuel turned to me, his eyes mirroring my pain. “Merida, you know he cared about you deeply. Lukan always felt things intensely, especially about you. He can be arrogant some times but he loves you."Tears flowed down my face as I shook my head. “But I never said it. Not once. I..."I stopped
To The Highest Bidder: Mated To Alpha Lukan 00075: Let's Plan
MERIDAAs soon as I got home , I made a mad dash to thr bathroom and on the shower at full force allowing the hot water wash down me, it felt soothing and refreshing and I welcomed it.I had left my phone with it's broken screen on the bed and no matter how hard I try to gather my thoughts, they kept spiraling.For now I needed to be alone, to gather my thoughts.I glanced at he cracked screen, it reminded me of how my life was falling apart. I exhaled and wrapped my arms around me, suddenly feeling cold."Good evening, My lady." Someone knocked on the door and I knew it was one of the maids"What's it?""Dinner is served." She replied" I'll be downstairs soon." I said dismissing her before she could finish.I quickly changed into something cozy and joined Julietta and the rest at the dinning hall, thankfully they didn't seem to notice my late arrival as they chatted away. Truthfully I didn't feel like having anything to eat. I only wanted to be in the comfort of my room but then t
To The Highest Bidder: Mated To Alpha Lukan 00074: Someone Is After My Life
MERIDAAs the investigator walked out of the café, his figure slowly disappeared among the patrons. He seemed to be in a hurry and I wondered what just happened.I remained there, frozen , feeling puzzled and full of questions in my mind. His face showed me that there was an important piece of information he was keeping to himself. Something he didn't want to tell me.It was at that moment he was going to tell me more about my twin sister, a call interrupted us. He could have just spilled it out anyway before leaving.I wasn't seeing or hearing things, was I ?I clearly saw the name "Zayna" flash on his screen. I felt my heart race. Why was Zayna calling him? I felt a strong feeling of fear that made me uneasy and upset at the same time.I tried to calm myself down, taking short deep breath, but the worry kept getting stronger. There was something off, something I couldn't place my fingers on. I tried to relax, telling myself it was all a coincidence, that Zayna was the Beta's daug
