Chapter Fourteen: Mission Accomplished Kayden POV: I couldn't help but steal glances at our little mate in her adorable light blue shimmery dress as we talked to her father and brothers. Her blonde hair was tied into a low bun, and she had a rhinestone choker and hairband on; she looked like the queen she was meant to be, but at the same time, a pup that was happy with life, carefree, laughing and gouging her mouth full of dessert from the dessert table. Jayden and I had smelt her the moment she entered the ballroom, that beautiful honey and roses scent, putting ours and our wolves' minds in a haze. She was so innocent, so pure, so cute. Goddess, we were so lucky! Even though we both wanted nothing more than to go to her and talk to her, we restrained ourselves. We couldn't have people knowing she was important; dad was right. We would put a target on her back; we would die if something happened to our little mate. It was only a matter of a few years, we would admire her from afar
Chapter Fifteen: Castle Tour Part One Kiara, at age nine Kiara POV: I was jumping on my feet in excitement. I was super excited to get a tour of the castle. Even though I was a little sleepy with all the dessert and food I ate, I tried my best not to yawn. I always got sleepy when I overate, but I didn't want to miss the chance of seeing the castle. What if prince Kayden and prince Jayden were busy tomorrow and didn't have time to show me around after the coronation? I wanted my new friends to show me around and not anyone else. Plus, I think only they could help me make JJ happy by letting us look at the king's collection. Me, JJ and Rex followed behind his brothers as they led us out of the ballroom and down the corridor. Even though the hallways were now very quiet, but I still looked on, amazed and in awe of the place. It was so pretty. The crystal chandeliers on the ceilings looked like sparkling diamonds. Beautiful green plants were placed all over. I wanted to run ahead of
Chapter Sixteen: Castle Tour Part Two Kiara, at age nine Kiara POV: I kept asking prince Kayden and prince Jayden where they were taking me, but they kept saying it was a surprise and I had to be patient. I even tried giving them my puppy eyes, but they only chuckled and ruffled my hair. Why weren't the puppy eyes working? They always worked! I would need to practice in the mirror soon; otherwise, how was I supposed to convince everyone at home when I wanted something? On the way to the surprise place, the princes showed me where the beta, gamma, and alpha quarters were. The east end and west end of the castles also, where all the visiting pack officials were staying because of tomorrow's ceremony. They even showed me where their rooms were but didn't take me inside. I really wanted to see what their rooms looked like; only then could I give them suggestions on how all the Disney princes and princesses were different. Even though I was team Disney castles before coming here, I wa
Chapter Seventeen: Forever and Always Kiara, at age nine Kiara POV: The entire night I couldn't help but think about what JJ said. Why would he think I would forget about him? He was my best friend, my first friend. When everyone else was mean to me at school, he was the only nice one, and we had been friends way before that. Maybe I could convince him to stay with me here. I know he would agree, but how was I supposed to make our parents and, more importantly, the king and queen to let JJ stay? Maybe he could also try out for the scholarship, but I knew that was a long shot. He was more into warrior training than books and facts, while I was into both. Ugh! Maybe I could ask Rex to help me convince prince Kayden and prince Jayden to find a way for JJ to stay. But I needed to find a way, someway, somehow. I couldn't leave my best friend! With that thought in my mind, I fell asleep. ---------"Princess, wake up." I heard someone whisper in my ear as they stroked my hair. I didn't n
Chapter Eighteen: Coronation Part One Kiara, at age nine Kiara POV: "Kiara, sweetheart, come on, it's getting late. You have to get ready for the coronation." I heard auntie Meg say again. After I and JJ had talked and made our pinky promise, we played for a bit in the playground. Rex even came out after a few minutes. But now that the coronation was about to start, Rex and JJ went to Rex's room to get ready; I wanted to go too, but they were talking about cars and bikes, and I really didn't wanna get bored. Plus, all my clothes were in my room, and Rex's room was very far from mine. So, I told them to go ahead, and I would meet them at the coronation after playing on the swings for a bit and getting ready. Turning around, I saw auntie Meg smiling at me and ushering me to come with her; I smiled back and was just about to get up when I remembered something. "Auntie Meg, did you already help JJ? You know he's terrible at choosing what to wear. He'll end wearing everything that
Chapter Nineteen: Coronation Part Two Kiara, at age nine Kiara POV: I stepped back from prince Kayden and prince Jayden. They were scaring me. Why were they making those mean mommy faces? I didn't do anything wrong, nor did I make a secret stash for them to know about it. Not wanting to be rude, I apologized. "I'm sorry if I said something to offend your highnesses," I said. Prince Kayden and Prince Jayden took deep breaths, then bent down on their knees and came eye to eye with me. But instead of the mean mommy looks they had, they were smiling, not big sunshine-type smiles but small smiles; it was still better than the scary ones. "Kiki, we're sorry we scared you. You didn't do anything wrong we just remembered something." Said, prince Kayden I breathed a sigh of relief. Thank the goddess. If they were mad, I couldn't ask them about the scholarship. Taking a look at prince Jayden and prince Kayden, they both seem to be in an okay mood. I should ask them now about the warri
Chapter Twenty: Coronation Part Three Kiara, at age nine Kayden POV: It took everything in me to contain my wolf when our little mate mentioned keeping that pup back at the palace while she did her scholarship. As much as we knew it was a harmonious relationship and they were pups but fuck if the jealousy was any less. The bond between us grew by the minute for Jayden and me, and our little mate didn't even know who we were to her. She wasn't to feel the bond a few days before her eighteenth, and even then, she wouldn't know for sure. As much as Jayden and I were hyped and thought we could get through the years without any hurdles, that was proving to be difficult with every passing hour. Our little mate seemed adamant about keeping that pup close to her. The fear that maybe they would develop their friendship into something romantic had plagued mine and Jayden's minds after we had left her in her room. She was adamant about keeping him close. What was so special about him that s
Chapter Twenty-One: Coronation Part Four Kiara, at age nine Kiara POV: Auntie Meg had dressed me up in the prettiest red gown I had ever seen. She said that the queen specifically sent the dress for me as a congratulatory gift for my scholarship. The dress was long and reached the floor; it had sparkles everywhere, making me feel like a real-life Cinderella. Auntie Meg had two braids on both sides of my head and pinned them and put small white flowers in them. Rex and JJ were speechless when they saw me; even they admitted I looked like a queen, not a princess. Which was nice, but I liked being a princess; I was too small to be a queen. I reminded myself to thank the queen once the coronation was done. I had always read about coronations in our history books, but being at one was so exciting. Everything was done so pretty in the ballroom. The whole place was decorated with white and ivory flowers, crystal chandeliers and candles. It was fairytale-like as if we were in Disneyland.
Chapter Ninety-Seven: When Dreams Become Reality: The End!Kiara POV: My mind reels from the chaotic amalgam of the last 48 hours. It feels like a tornado had swept through our lives, leaving no corner untouched by its tempestuous winds. The kitchen had been a war zone, filled with the scent of burning pastries and a cacophony of squabbling caterers. The garden, the intended venue for the ceremony, had transformed into a floral battlefield where petals and thorns were the weapons of choice. Our usually disciplined musicians were discordant, hitting off-keys and false notes as if possessed. Tailors had made multiple trips for last-minute adjustments on suits and gowns. Yes, every conceivable disaster waiting to happen was on the cusp of unfolding. It was a miraculous brand of chaos that could only herald an extraordinary event—my wedding, to be precise.I look at myself in the floor-length, ornate mirror that Cathy had insisted on placing in the bridal room. The room itself is a cozy
Chapter Ninety-Six: Marry Us!Kiara POV: Life at the castle has shifted into a complex tapestry of laughter, challenges, and newfound responsibilities. Each day, I've steeped myself deeper into the nuances of being a Queen—mastering diplomatic dialogues, poring over historical scrolls, and even learning how to use my unique gifts to lead different packs.` Despite the intensities of my royal transition, the weight of the Aiden fiasco hangs like a dark cloud in the periphery of my thoughts. We've dealt with it as a united front, dishing out the raw brutality of Lycan justice, yet the uneasy feeling it sparked remains. But the castle seems to have moved on—everyone fully engrossed in their daily chores, secret conversations, and sporadic laughter that echoes through the corridors.Or so it appears.A discordant note has struck the otherwise harmonious rhythm of the castle—particularly with Kayden and Jayden. Both have been increasingly jittery, their eyes often meeting in what looks li
Chapter Ninety-Five: Retribution For AidenKiara POV: Life has a funny way of fooling you into thinking you've walked in a straight line, only to circle you back to where you started. One week. That's how long it had been since I came back. Three days since the medical ward released me, their diagnostics said I was fit to re-enter my everyday life. And just like that, it was as if I had never left.My mornings were as uproarious as ever. Rex, JJ, and I had resumed our relentless banter that would often escalate into full-blown, albeit harmless, verbal duels. Just this morning, Rex had pulled a face that was a comic blend of concern and mischief. "Your Highness, are you sure you're still equipped for royal duties? Being away must've dulled your royal snark."JJ chimed in, nudging Rex aside as he smirked. "Yeah, Kiki, we've gotta ensure our queen can still kick our asses on the regular, you know?"They seemed the same, but I sensed an added layer of protectiveness in their teasing, a
Chapter Ninety-Four: You're Home and SafeKiara POV: As consciousness edged its way back into my mind, I found myself wrapped in a cocoon of muffled voices, their words indecipherable but their tones unmistakably concerned. Among them, I could clearly distinguish Kayden's and Jayden's voices; they had a unique cadence that my heart recognized even when my mind was clouded. I couldn't help but let out a soft giggle at their anxious muttering; they were fussing like two mother hens over their single, most prized egg.I felt a gentle pressure on my hand. Someone—probably one of my mates—was holding it as if it were a fragile piece of glass. As much as I loved the feeling, I couldn't resist the temptation to open my eyes and rejoin the world I'd left behind, even if only briefly.When my eyelids finally fluttered open, the sight that met me was overwhelming in the most beautiful way. Gathered around my bedside in what looked like a well-furnished, softly lit infirmary room were the faces
Chapter Ninety-Three: Justice! Kiara POV: There's a quiet tension hanging in the air, a silence so loud it's nearly deafening. We've encamped just outside the boundaries of the BlackFang territory, under the cover of the dense forest that serves as a natural demarcation line between our worlds. The foliage above us rustles softly, a night symphony orchestrated by a wind that seems to carry the weight of our collective apprehensions and fears.Jayden, Kayden, and I stand on an elevated patch of land, looking down at the tableau of soldiers and warriors—both wolf and Lycan—preparing for the operation. Their faces are etched with a steely resolve, a far cry from the brotherly banter and laid-back demeanour that usually characterize our ranks.King Alistar's sons—Eamon, Faelan, and Declan—are with us, engrossed in a last-minute strategic discussion. The five of them huddle around a compact, portable table where a hastily drawn map of BlackFang territory is displayed. A collection of sma
Chapter Ninety-Two: What Is The Faith Of BlackFang? Kiara POV: The atmosphere in the room is so dense that I can feel it pressing against my skin. King Alistair's proposal hangs heavy in the air, like an unspoken oath that could either mend or further divide two long-feuding worlds. My heart races as I lock eyes with Kayden and Jayden, and I can feel their emotional turmoil blending with mine, sending waves of uncertainty and apprehension through our mental link. 'What do you think?' My mental voice quivers as I send the question through the link. My mates' eyes widen almost imperceptibly, and their mental voices echo in my head. 'It's a monumental decision, Kiara. We're not just speaking about alliances; we're talking about flesh and blood, a future generation,' Kayden's thoughts weave into mine, laced with caution and a sense of gravity. 'And what about freedom? The freedom to choose a mate, to fall in love naturally with her fated mate? Are we robbing our future daughter of
Chapter Ninety-One: ReunitedKiara POV: My heart is a frantic drumbeat in my chest as the doors to the throne room burst open in an explosion of splintered wood and metal. The charged air is immediately filled with the cacophony of growls, howls, and snarls as wolves flood the room, leaping onto the Lycan guards. Claws meet fangs in a blur of frenzied movement and fur, painting a scene of absolute chaos.And then I see them. Rex and JJ, their wolf forms unmistakable even amidst the turmoil. Rex, a colossal beast with fur as dark as obsidian, is engaged in a ferocious bout with Eamon, one of the triplets. JJ, silver as a moonbeam, darts and sways with Faelan in a dance as old as time.Gamma Chris, a hulking wolf with a coat like burnt charcoal, and Beta Tim, a svelte, agile creature with a russet-coloured pelt, face off against their Lycan equivalents. The air is electric with the intensity of their clashes, every swipe of a claw or gnashing of teeth an explosion of pent-up aggression
Chapter Ninety: What Are You Doing Here? Part TwoKiara POV: My heart pounds in my chest as Queen Elara leads me through the massive doors into the Lycan throne room. Despite her reassuring presence, the room intimidates me. It's a sprawling space filled with dark mahogany and adorned with various artifacts and weaponry, a testament to centuries of Lycan history and prowess. Towering statues of Lycan warriors stand sentinel, their stony gazes seemingly watching my every move. The thrones at the room's far end, made of intricately carved dark wood and inlaid with gemstones, look less like chairs and more like ancient monuments to power.As we step further into this grand space, I notice the Lycan who had captured me in the forest. He stands like a fortress next to an imposing man. The man is stunningly handsome, with hair as dark as a raven's feather and eyes like glowing embers—eyes that command your attention. His physique is both athletic and regal, his demeanour one of calculated
Chapter Eighty-Nine: What Are You Doing Here? Part OneKiara POV: My eyes flutter open, greeted by unfamiliar surroundings. The room is an opulent display of old-world elegance, adorned with rich tapestries and intricate carvings that hint at a long, storied history. But its luxurious trappings do little to comfort me. Panic seizes me as the events leading up to this moment crash over me like a tidal wave: the forest, the Lycans, the numbing blackness. I leap out of the lavish bed, a knot of dread tightening in my stomach, and dart toward the window. My hands grab the handle and pull, but it doesn't budge. It's locked. Just as I'm about to succumb to a wave of despair, a voice from behind interrupts my spiralling thoughts."Don't be afraid. You are safe here."I spin around to find a woman standing near the doorway, and my breath catches in my throat. She is, without a doubt, the most beautiful woman I have ever seen. Her beauty isn't the flashy kind that demands attention but the se