Katie's POVThe party was about to start. Yesterday was such a mess. Thankfully, Khalid and Jessica came together with Khael. I don't care how weak I sound, but I really relied on my brother at that time. He was beyond mad and punished Lexie and the others. I didn't ask for the details but was told they weren't killed due to beta and gamma's interference. Well, I don't want them dead either. Just want them to learn their lessons. It is also because of the rising issue of the declining population. Won't be seeing them anyway, so it's a win-win.Kath shared that Khan wanted to thank us. She explained to me the concept of the mind-link.Apparently, it was my brother's longtime wish. For me to ask for help. All this time, he was the one offering. I was stuck on being brave just so my brother wouldn't worry about me, but it seems to do the exact opposite. He was worried that I kept it all to myself and was afraid that I would burst and breakdown alone. That is why it felt like a huge burden
Katie's POV"Wait!" I yelled. Even tried to yank my arms away with Kath's strength. But they are ridiculously strong and quite girthy. Also, it seems Kath is preparing for something—resting, to be precise."It isn't even midnight yet! And why am I getting pulled into the prohibited forest?! If it's me getting exiled, then it should be to the safer parts of the woods at least!" I argued, but they both chuckled."You really thought Alpha Fredrick wouldn't know that you had been planning to escape before the banishment?!" One wolf guard jeered as I gaped. How did he know!? There is only one logical explanation: Khalid's friend betrayed him. My heart is thumping loudly as, step by step, we are nearing the woods."Let me go!" I screamed and stood still, but they both just carried me in the air. All while still grasping my arms. Now I look like a complete idiot, kicking the air. Once we were by the entrance, they pushed me into the ground."You look really pretty today.." One male wolf whist
Vladimyr's POVEver since that encounter in the southern woods, I have not told anyone about her. Not even my little siblings, Sebastian and even Lucifer, my counterpart. The first time I saw her, she was still a little kid. Only saved her at the time because I feared starting yet another war as the western monarch's homunculus attacked her. But when I saw her perturbed face, I unconsciously made a promise to come and get her once she was at least old enough to make decisions for herself. A feeling of both pity and amusement. She was really brave for a five-year-old she-wolf."My Lord. I'm afraid I cannot let you pass. You are going to go see that wolf again." The castle's ever-loyal butler, Sebastian, blocked me from leaving my work office when he noticed that my desk was clean, signifying that I was getting ready to leave.Each time my body can sense that Sebastian's away, I sneak out to visit her just to see how she's doing. If she's finally okay, then maybe she can stay in her pack
Katie's POVThe wolves from my pack growled at us and were shaking the tree that we were on. Geez, and I was having a moment together with my mate. I just found him after what seems like a century!Although I did have an encounter with him, and sometimes I can feel he's near. Just watching in the shadows of the prohibited forest. Looking out for me.The wolves won't let me rest, even if it's just for a single second. They caught us off guard, and I almost fell, but he pulled my hand and swiftly carried me again in his arms with no difficulty. We then transferred to another branch. Another small pack of wolves arrived and was holding some spears and arrows. Since when did they learn how to hold those weapons? And where on Goddess did it come from? I just thought that Alpha Fredrick mind-linked all of them. They lit up fire in torches and prepared silver cuffs and chains, but they held them over a cloth to prevent the silver from burning their skins. The most funny thing they brought was
Katie's POVWe heard the growls and screams of some wolves. Yelling the names of the soldier wolves, Alpha Fredrick and mama. The others are already in search of Alpha's party. They have been gone for quite some time now, so it is no surprise that the pack is looking for them. Vlad made me choose what to do through our mind-link. He can wipe out their memories of them seeing Vlad and fighting amongst each other, overwriting their memory that they successfully banished me. Just let it all be; they can remember all that happened today. He assured me that either way works for him, but he just wants me to be comfortable and not be anxious about anything. I know I have to think fast. Letting them know Vlad's kind really exists might lead to some adversaries, and they might try to invade, causing further conflict. But if we wipe out their memories, they will surely think I died and that I did not survive the prohibited forest. That is the best-case scenario for me, but Percy, Rose, Jessica,
Katie's POV Vlad won't let me go until he felt that I calmed down. I thanked him for everything thus far, he nodded and I noticed he was a bit lethargic. When I asked him if he was okay, he refused to answer at first but later on admitted that he used up almost all of his power just to come to me and the incident happened earlier with the blood-red dome and him rewriting a lot of memories forced him to completely use up almost all of his energy. He added that it may take awhile before he replenish his strength. I was going to let him rest but we heard some rustling of bushes. I sensed a powerful entity nearby and my suspicions were confirmed when I heard Vlad quietly cussed. Through the special bond that we have, I can feel his emotions. He was anxious and scared but not for his own safety instead of mine. He instantly but quietly compelled himself to stand up and we hid deeper in the branches that was covered up with some leaves to hide us in plain sight. Vlad staggered for a bit a
Vladimyr's POVI scrunched my forehead as a bright ray of sunshine hit my face. Of course, I wouldn't die from it; it just annoys the hell out of me. Lucifer groans in pain when I try to sit up. Only then did I notice Katie beside me, sleeping peacefully with that stiff posture. I also observed that she wore my coat since she did not have anything else on her. It looks like a cute minidress when she's the one wearing it. She must have been sore with my head on her shoulders all night. I then suddenly remembered all that happened yesterday. What a crazy day to be with my future bride on her birthday nonetheless! Wait, it is still her birthday today. I can still make up for it. I tried to stand up, but it was an epic fail as I bumped my butt on the ground. Katie jerked up and growled. Great, now I already wake her up when she needs all the rest that she can get."You're already up?" I awkwardly asked and softly chuckled."Where on Goddess' name do you think you're going? You are still no
Katie's POV I immediately ran away the moment Vlad said yes. I know sooner or later he'll change his mind. That is why I did not hesitate, even for a moment, and scurried to find something to eat and drink. I was extremely thirsty the whole time. Kath jumped up and down when we heard something like water running. A stream! We were amazed by the sight. I always thought the vampire domain was gloomy and eerie; maybe it is just a make-believe. Perhaps that was just me watching too many movies. I ran to the stream and happily drank the water, as it was so fresh. I also wolfed out and leaped so that I could wash away some dirt in me. Vlad's addicting and intoxicating scent makes me a bit insecure. How do I smell? Maybe I'll ask him later if I have the courage. I had so much fun talking and spending some quality time with Lucifer. Kath and I sensed that he was still hiding something, but I wouldn't push him further. The last thing I would want is to ask him something that forces him to shar
Katie’s POVBoth of us snapped back to focus on the fight when we heard some powerful crackles.Victoria’s eyes glinted with a playful ferocity, her fangs peeking out as she smirked at Vladimyr. "Come on, brother, is that all you’ve got?" she taunted, her voice laced with a dare. She held her hands out, and a circle of fire spun to life around her, casting a warm glow that made her look almost ethereal. Now, she is just riling up said brother. And here I thought they do not want him to go all out, but I guess they’d rather lose than win with pity. I know that because I am the same. But still, from their point of view, it really is frustrating if you cannot beat a strong opponent. Although, in tough times it makes you feel proud and secure because you know that the very same spar opponent will protect you ‘til the very end; will do anything and just about everything to keep his loved ones safe.Oh dear. I am now seriously just gushing over my mate.I heard Vladimyr chuckled darkly. Un
Katie’s POV“Can I?” He mumbled. Hot breath fanning across my face as he towered over me. My lips were shaking but I responded.. Maybe a little bit too eager. Hoping I wasn’t that obvious because in my head, it really sounds like I’m begging and waiting for it my entire life. “Y-yes. I want you to.”He growled. Too deeply and dark and his pupils dilated. His hands on my waist and he is almost burying his nails. Almost. How I wish he really did. I moaned at that thought. “Careful with your words, omega.” Then, he rutted against me. Oh. Oh. I could feel his erected bulge. So strong. So hard. This is heaven on earth, indeed. My head is filled with muddled thoughts of him finally staking his claim on me.And it is merely dry humping that makes me think and feel this way…Good Goddess what had become of me?At one specific delicious thrust, I moaned and he grunted. Both of us are now panting. Like beasts in heat. But barely there yet. It seems like he won’t go all the way.. I whined, h
Katie’s POVThe twins were about to cheer when Vladimyr’s deep voice cut them off. “Absolutely not!”I sighed and crossed my arms. Here we go again.. “And why is that?”“You still need rest, omega.” He tried to argue with a stern voice. Normally, I would let go and do what he wants, but really, my bum hurts, and I really wanted to go for a walk. Even more so to see them spar! I felt like it had been eons since I'd set my foot on the ground.‘Talk about being so dramatic.’ My wolf snickered. I snorted and shot back, ‘Hey! You have been complaining too!’‘I know, I know. And you’re right. I wanna stretch my legs and go for a run, but our mate is being so overprotective..again.’ She whimpered.‘Kath, he meant no harm. Besides, mates are supposed to be overprotective.’ I giggled internally, and she rolled her eyes. ‘Now look who’s protecting whom.’ Kath chuckled as she slowly rested at the back of my mind. I turned to said overprotective mate and genuinely smiled. Even went as far as to fl
Katie's POVA gentle murmur reached my ears, pulling me out of the haze. My body felt heavy, yet there was a sense of warmth, a safe cocoon enveloping me. I blinked my eyes open, the world still blurry around the edges as I tried to focus on the voices surrounding me.“Sssh. We shouldn’t be too loud! Hence you will wake her! And I will kill you both if she is interrupted from her rest!” Tori. Her high-pitched whisper was unmistakable, laced with excitement. I could almost imagine her bouncing on her toes and fisting her tiny cute hands.“Oh please, Tori. You are the one who’s too loud,” came Rori’s voice, sounding slightly annoyed but amused. I smiled faintly, letting the familiarity of their banter ground me. But then another, deeper voice cut through, firm and authoritative. “I believe I told the two of you to hush or else scram. You are disturbing my Lady’s rest.” Vladimyr. I felt my heart flutter at the sound of his voice, smooth yet protective. I wanted to reach out, to say so
Katie’s POVThe air crackled with energy as Vlad’s voice echoed through the chamber, powerful and unyielding. My heart soared at the sight of him, my fierce protector, the love of my life. My mate and my heart… yet dread lurked in the back of my mind.Fear. Anxiousness.What if this was his plan all along? To use me as bait just so he could get Vladimyr? Or.. Lucifer?Thalion merely smirked, seemingly unfazed by Vlad’s entrance.“Oh, how touching,” Thalion taunted, folding his arms with a mockingly amused expression. “You have come to save your little wolf. But tell me, Lucifer, how does it feel to have so much to lose? So much to lose, again?”Vladimyr stepped forward, his blood red eyes blazing with rage as Lucifer took over. “You do not get to play with her, Thalion. This ends now.”With a sudden movement, Thalion raised his hand, summoning dark tendrils of shadow that snaked toward Lucifer like vipers. They lunged at him, aiming to ensnare him in their grasp. But with a swift moti
Katie’s POV“Stop calling me that!” I hissed. Thalion merely chuckled and eyes wide in amusement. Clearly having fun with riling me up. Which in turn, frustrates the hell out of me. My thoughts raced as I glared at Thalion, trying to keep calm despite the fear twisting inside me. Every word he spoke dripped with calculated malice, designed to unnerve me, to plant seeds of doubt and dread. I clenched my fists, focusing on the here and now, even as questions clawed at my mind. What secrets was he talking about? What unfinished business did he have with Lucifer? I hope I will live long as to know and hear the reason from Vlad and Luci themselves.As Thalion took a step closer, I felt the cold emanating from him, a chill that seeped into my very bones. “You are brave. I will give you that, you mutt.” he mused, tilting his head slightly as if examining a curious specimen. As if I were just an entertainment to him. “I see why Vladimyr.. Lucifer, is so taken with you. But bravery has its li
Katie’s POVWhat on earth did he mean by that? How could that happen? Is such a thing even possible? Lucifer was… his?The weight of the man’s words sank into my mind, twisting and turning, creating cracks in the reality I thought I knew. I turned to Vladimyr, my heart pounding erratically. His presence flared beside me, his body rigid with tension. I could feel his rage building, growing stronger with every second that passed. But.. there was also a tad bit of vulnerability there. His deep, dark voice vibrated through the air, a growl that sent chills down my spine, “Shut up!”But the man—or figure—or whatever it was, didn’t move. He stood there with a sinister smirk, his eyes fixed on Vladimyr as if relishing the power he held in that single moment. His dark form seemed to pulse with ancient magic, something older than Vladimyr, something dangerous. “Why?” His voice was soft, mocking, “Afraid that this weak wolf might leave you, huh? Just like how all of your so-called ‘heart’ or ‘m
Katie’s POV“How on devil’s breath did they get this far without any of us noticing!?” Vlad nearly growled at Sebastian whilst both of us stood up from our seats quickly. We were about to teleport but Sebastian spoke.“He is here, my Lord.”Those five words were enough to halt and freeze my mate. I looked at him in confusion and for the first time since I saw him, he actually looked so troubled. Like really really troubled as if he is concerned of what I might think or say…“Vlad? Who is it?” I gently cooed. Trying to be mindful of his reactions and emotions. I don’t want to mess this up and scare him away instead of confiding in me.“No one.” He hissed as he looked away and we both knew that whatever or whoever is this is not a mere “no one” and he is obviously lying. Anyone could see that with the way he moved and the way he won’t even meet my gaze. I still looked at him though, searching for his eyes and silently begging for him to grace me with his attention. But he merely tells
Katie’s POVHe grumbled something under his breath, but I could see the smile tugging at the corners of his mouth, still grinning.. Despite his attempts to be insufferable, I knew he was happy to see me embracing my role as duchess, even if it meant I couldn’t always be by his side. To be fair he is quite busy too.Once I was dressed, I moved to the mirror to fix my hair, smoothing down the unruly waves that had formed overnight. Vladimyr watched me from the bed, his eyes dark and intense as he obviously oogled, making it hard for me to concentrate.“You are staring,” I pointed out, trying to keep my voice steady.He didn’t look away. “Can you blame me? You are breathtaking, my Lady...”My cheeks flushed at his words, and I quickly turned away before he could see just how much his compliment affected me. “Flattery will get you nowhere, Vladimyr.”He chuckled, the sound low and rich. “Is that so?”Ignoring his teasing, I finished with my hair and turned to face him. “I will see you dow