Chapter 14Rhys’s pov“Why are you so obsessed with me bringing an heir? You don't expect me to start raining pups, even after you forced me to get married to Mara.'' I pointed it out to them.In the corner of my eye, I could see Rowen trying not to break out into a fit of laughter, as it was a serious discussion.“Your ancestors had many heirs to the throne, your father wasn't able to, but he gave us you, you need to continue the traditions of your ancestors Rhys.” my uncle spoke, everyone was against me at this point.“It is dangerous for an alpha not to have an heir, and if anything happens to you? Then what do we do?” Grandpa asked. My eyes turned to Rowen, and he turned to me. We looked at each other and with our gestures.Grandpa got infuriated, “The throne cannot be given to anyone else unless they carry our blood!” He slammed his hand on the table, for an old man he sure had the temper.It made sense where I got my anger issues from.And even though he was right, I still had
Chapter 15Mara’s pov“Is this how it is going to be now?” I asked myself as I turned from side to side. It was crazy how my life turned from regular Mara to Mara, the forced Luna of the pack. As if marrying Rhys was enough, I have to bear his heir, how disgusting!I turned again to my side. I always woke up early to go to work. I watched from the window how the sun rose and brought everything to light. I was tired of being in here, I wanted to go out. My mind traced back to when Rhys saw me naked, how he looked at me like I was the most beautiful thing he had ever seen. The desire in his eyes was very evident until his wolf took over.Gretel was so happy when she got the opportunity to be with him, even though it was for a few short moments. It felt divine how he showered us with so much love and affection, something Rhys could not do even if the moon goddess came down herself and taught him how to love on his mate properly.I heaved an exasperated sigh. Gretel had been very qu
Chapter 16Mara’s povIt scared me so much that I yelped, jumping back, but she didn't seem to move. Instead, she stared at me with curious eyes, her hands behind her back. When I was here, I had to calm my heart, placing a hand on my chest, “What? How did you do?” so many questions, poorly articulated.“I saw you when you came out of your room, where are you going to my Luna?” sounding slightly autonomous, I couldn't help but feel she was sent by Rhys to spy on me.“I…” She had got me there, what was I going to say now? She stared at me, waiting for a reasonable response, moving a bit closer to hear me better. “I wanted to know where Rhys is.” starting my day with a lie, way to go Mara.She cocked her head a little, a small smile staining her soft features. “The alpha is not around at the moment, hence he sent me to watch over you.” her smile broadened. I knew it, Rhys was a bastard, “however he will be back soon, is there something you wish to tell him? I can relay it on your
Chapter 17Mara’s povI moaned gently as the rays of the sun stationed on my face, “Is it morning already?'' I moaned loudly, before a small yawn followed, rubbing the sleep out of my eyes. It did little as I was still asleep, the rays that seeped through the blinds were making me blind, so I clumsily reached for it and pulled it shut.Now I focused my eyes on my surroundings. I was still in the large bedroom, everything was still decorated so nicely, and even the bed I was in remained untouched. The sheets only had marks because I rolled around in them, and not because of any sensual activity.‘He didn't show…’ Gretel was the first to greet me, her voice was tainted with heavy disappointment and I could feel her anger too. I was getting angry at myself.What sort of man didn't show up to his wedding night? After ruining my life, he thinks he could just do whatever he likes. I scoffed, angry that I was even a fool to believe that something would happen. Did I want it to happen? H
Chapter 18Mara’s pov“Azure, let her go.'' I stopped in my tracks when I heard his voice.My head whipped to where it came from, and I sighted him, fresh from the shower with water dripping around his toned form. He had some shorts on and a towel around his shoulders, he had just woken up.I glared at him with every ounce of hate I had in my soul, and I left. I left without saying a word to him, but my glare said everything that needed to be said. I wouldn't want to be in a house where no one treated me any better than the outside. Although I was Luna, I wasn't feeling it one bit.I got to my workplace and Chelsea grabbed me by the hand, “I don't know how you are going to talk to your boss, but you better have a good explanation. And don't tell your boss that you will get married to the alpha, or you’ll be out faster than yesterday's trash.” she gave me a sturdy pat on my shoulder, and she turned around just as she was leaving “And you still owe me.” she reminded me.Chelsea was
Chapter 19Rhys’s pov“Rogues are attacking!”One of our men had rushed in and informed us of the situation, immediately Rowen and I sprung into action as we were both determined to defend our pack. It was deep into the night, as I had taken some of our men out into the site of the attack. When we got here, there were bodies everywhere.Anger rushed into my blood and I wanted to kill anyone who did this. Some of them were my men while most were the rogues, the sad part remained that I had lost men. It was then that Grandpa’s words rang into my ears, we truly didn't have many people like before and to see young men die was a pain to me. If we didn't increase our population, it was only going to be a few years before we would be at a massive disadvantage.I huffed when I bent down to look at the young man just about my age, his eyes were wide open, but he was lifeless, “I found tracks, we should check it out.” Rowen came into view and saw me looking at the fallen warrior, “we need
Chapter 20Rhys’s pov“Rhys?” his eyes were clouded with fear, and he began to use the last of his strength to move away.“So it is you.” my hand still holding my side, I stepped on his wounded body, making him cry in pain, choking out more blood, “take him up, he has a lot to tell, and he can't afford to die.'' I gave the command and my men took hold of him instantly.Rowen looked at me without saying a word, just waited for me to lead the way, and I did. We reached the house, Mom's , was the first one to see us, her face turned white when she saw me wounded, and with a snap.She summoned the best healers and told them to take medicine to my room, she was going to treat the men herself.“You need to be more careful, Rhys, what if anything happened to you?” She applied ointment on the wound, and it stung a lot, but I didn't move. She noticed I was way quieter than usual, “she is asleep.'' She answered my unasked question and I let out a deep sigh.Nothing else was said, but she wra
Chapter 21Mara’s povMy eyes were wide in distraught, his anger was burning into my skin, so I took them back, my hands. Everyone watched us, knowing that the drama was just about to begin. Gretel wanted to tear him to pieces, but last time I checked, Sam was still stronger than me.“Run back to your alpha Mara! But I swear you will suffer, you think you can be happy with someone like Rhys. You have made the biggest mistake of your life!”“What is your problem? Just leave me alone! You have no right to touch me or say such things to me! Try it again, and you'll be sorry!” he was right, marrying Rhys was the biggest mistake of my life. My eyes were full of tears, my so-called husband couldn't even make it to our mating night, all my dreams and hopes vanished and Gretel hurt.I grabbed the handle of the door and left the orphanage, there was nothing more to be said to him, as he would use any opportunity he had to hurt me. Being the alpha’s wife came with opposition.It was already