All Chapters of The Rise Of The Ugly Luna: Chapter 11 - Chapter 20

LYRIC The men stared at me, like I'd just told them the moon was made of cheese. "What did you say?" The second man spoke for the first time. He was the grumpiest between the two. "I'm sorry," I dropped my eyes. "But I really don't want to see him.""Are you telling us to deliver a message to Alpha Jaris? You expect us to tell him you refused to honor his request?" The second man, asked, stepping closer. Okay, I'll admit it. He was handsome—if "handsome" meant looking like you wrestled mountains for fun—but he was intimidating as hell."Hey, I'm sure she was clear enough," Jace spoke up before I could. "Why don't you tell your Alpha to send chocolates or flowers next time? Girls love those stuff."But the men didn't look like they were there for jokes. "You're coming with us. This instant," the second man said in a tone that brooked no room for further argument. But I wasn't changing my mind. To my shock, he grabbed my hand, though, to be fair, his touch was surprisingly gentle

LYRICRage filled my bones. I never knew he had such an ugly side. He was about shooting at another window when I got in the way. "Fine! You've made your point. Everything doesn't have to be about violence." I glared daggers at him. He looked at the broken glasses, then at me, his eyes devoid of emotion. "Believe me, there is nothing violent about this. You'll know violence when you see one."My heart constricted with fury, so much that I wished I could pour it all out on him. But who was I kidding?"Do we have an understanding, then?" He asked, casually putting his hands behind his back. "We do. Now, put the gun away."More to my dismay, he pointed at another window.What?? What was wrong with him?"I know daughters like you are usually ill-bred, but you must learn to speak to me with respect, considering the fact that you'll be associated with me for some time."I scoffed, feeling insulted. I opened my mouth to retort but instantly paused when he cocked the gun.

The door suddenly opened, bringing her to a stop.It was Jaris and his two assistants. I noticed the lady take some steps back, especially when Jaris' eyes lingered on her."Is there a problem?" He slid his gaze between both of us. I was tempted to tell him to ask his partner or whoever she was to him, but I let it slide."We were just having a conversation," she said, her gaze icy on me. "But we're done here."She turned and left. I took a deep breath. Now, that is one problem out the door. However, the room seemed to heat up in an instant when Jaris' eyes locked on mine."With me." He titled his head and took the stairs. .....I followed him to what looked like an office. Although, it was quite large—bigger than an average bedroom—and well furnished. We were the only ones in—no assistants, nobody. And for some reason, that made me uncomfortable."A drink?" He asked as he poured some from the side table. "N—No. I'm fine."He filled one glass for himself before taking a seat and

LYRIC My hand tightened around the steering as my throat became as dry as dust. What was he doing here? With her?Coming out of the hospital was Jaris and Marta. They were having a conversation and right there, they looked like a normal couple.I shouldn't feel this way, considering the fact that the woman had kids for him, but it served as a constant reminder that he had someone in his life already. His beta—Kael—came out shortly, holding Xylon and Xyla's hand. It became clear that they must've brought Xylon in for a checkup or something. My heart sank even further. The kids were adorable, but at that moment, I couldn't help not see them all as one happy family. It was also a reminder of Jaris' betrayal five years ago. He made me think I was special when he had a pregnant lover at home. Suddenly, a thought occured to me. What if Marta was occupied with something and couldn't be Jaris' Luna right now? That would explain why they only needed me for a year. With

LYRIC "You know, for someone who's about to become the Luna of the Almighty Darkspire, I don't think this is a great idea," Jace said as I downed my sixth shot. "Oh, please!" I rolled my eyes. "Don't act like you're not enjoying this."He laughed, confirming my suspicion. I smiled as I returned to the top stage, taking up the mic, singing and dancing the stupid dance steps I could come up with in my head. They were funny, I knew. All I knew how to do best was sway my hips.Another man came up to hold me around my waist. Nope. I was done with this. "Just dance alone now, will ya? I'm done dancing with others." I winked at him. He looked displeased but left. I sang and laughed happily for a long time. Ooh! The people seemed to really like me. I descended the stage to take more shots. "You sing beautiful," a young fine man said when I took the last step down the stage.I flashed a smile at him. "Thank you, gentleman.""And you're really beautiful." He added. Anot