The Forgotten Mate 4.
The Baby.Months had passed since that fateful night, and yet the memory of the mysterious man lingered within the depths of my mind, a bittersweet reminder of the fleeting happiness he had brought me. But as the days turned into weeks and the weeks into months, the pain of my existence persisted, unyielding in its relentless grip.An overwhelming weariness settled upon me, the weight of my suffering pushing me to the brink of surrender. My body, once strong and resilient, now felt weak and fragile. Nausea gripped my stomach, an unwelcome companion that plagued me day and night. Unable to bear it any longer, I sought the guidance of the chief maid, a woman who had shown me a semblance of kindness in this world of torment.I approached her, my steps slow and hesitant, as if the weight of my burden were physically dragging me down. She turned her gaze towards me, concern etched upon her face. Without uttering a single word, she knew something was amiss."Bloom, child, what troubles you?" she asked gently, her voice a soothing balm amidst the chaos that surrounded me.I mustered all the strength I had left to voice my fears. "I... I feel sick, weak, and... nauseous. I don't understand what's happening to me."A flicker of realization passed through the chief maid's eyes, a fleeting moment of understanding. "Wait here, my dear. Let me fetch a healer. We need to figure out what is ailing you."I nodded weakly, my legs trembling beneath the weight of uncertainty. Moments turned into eternity as I anxiously waited for the chief maid's return, my mind filled with a cacophony of fears and hopes, swirling together in a tumultuous dance.Finally, the healer arrived, her expression a mix of curiosity and concern. She led me to a quiet chamber, her touch gentle as she examined me. Minutes stretched into an agonizing eternity as she performed her examination, her brows furrowing with each passing moment.The silence between us was deafening, punctuated only by the sound of my own ragged breaths. And then, finally, the healer spoke, her voice laced with a mix of surprise and caution."Bloom, my child, you are with child. You carry life within you," she revealed, her words crashing upon me like a tidal wave.Pregnant. The word echoed within my mind, reverberating through my being. I tried to comprehend the weight of this revelation, the implications it held for my already tormented existence. But before I could fully grasp the enormity of this news, the world around me spun into chaos.News of my pregnancy spread like wildfire, reaching the ears of the pack leader. And as I stood before him, my body frail and battered, the room filled with an air of hostility. The pack leader's eyes bore into mine, his anger simmering just beneath the surface."Who is the father of this child?" he demanded, his voice laced with venom.I stood there, trembling and vulnerable, the weight of his gaze threatening to crush me. How could I possibly answer his question? The truth was, I had no idea who the father was. That night had been shrouded in masks and drunken haze, leaving me with no memory of the man who had momentarily brought me respite."I... I don't know," I stammered, my voice barely audible.My response only seemed to enrage the pack leader further. His fury unleashed upon me like a storm, his words a torrent of cruelty. The blows rained down upon me, each strike igniting fresh pain within my already battered body. I crumbled beneath the onslaught, my spirit breaking with each blow.But through the haze of agony, a newfound resolve took root within me. I refused to let their brutality extinguish the flame of hope that still flickered within my soul. I would protect this unborn life, this symbol of resilience amidst the darkness. No matter the cost, I would find the strength to endure.As the blows continued to rain down upon me, I clung to the knowledge that within this suffering, a spark of defiance burned bright. And with that defiance, I vowed to protect the precious life growing within me, even if it meant enduring further torment and pain. Chains. Cold, unforgiving chains wrapped around my wrists, binding me to my tormentors. I stood in the dimly lit room, the stench of fear and despair permeating the air. The pack leader's words echoed in my mind, his sinister intent searing through my soul like a brand."Get ready, Bloom," he sneered, his voice dripping with malice. "You're going to be sold off to the highest bidder, along with the burden you carry."My heart sank, a heavy stone dragging me deeper into the abyss of despair. The pack leader's words left no room for hope, no glimmer of reprieve. I was to be nothing more than a commodity, a means to an end for those who saw me as nothing more than a vessel for profit.Tears welled up in my eyes, but I refused to let them fall. I would not give them the satisfaction of witnessing my defeat. Instead, I stood tall, my posture defiant, even as the chains weighed me down. My voice quivered with a mixture of fear and determination as I mustered the courage to speak."Why?" I managed to utter, my voice a mere whisper in the suffocating silence of the room. "Why do you treat me this way? I have done nothing to deserve this."The pack leader's eyes bore into mine, devoid of any shred of compassion. His laughter rang through the room, a hollow sound that grated against my already shattered spirit."Deserve?" he scoffed. "You think you deserve better? You, a weak and pathetic creature, carrying a burden that serves no purpose to our pack. You are nothing but a liability, Bloom. A waste of space."His words struck me like a dagger to the heart, each syllable cutting deeper into my already wounded soul. The weight of his disdain threatened to crush me entirely, but I refused to surrender."I may be weak," I replied, my voice trembling but laced with an inner strength I didn't know I possessed. "But I am still human. I still feel pain, sorrow, and hope. And no matter what you do to me, you cannot extinguish the flicker of resilience within my heart."" You will be sold tomorrow!!!!"The journey to the neighboring pack, ruled by the infamous Lycan King, was a torturous one. The rattling wagon bumped along the rugged terrain, each jolt sending shivers of pain through my battered body. The chains that bound me clinked and clanked with each movement, a constant reminder of my captivity.As the wagon rolled to a stop, my heart pounded in my chest. This was the moment I had feared—the moment when I would be handed over to a new master, a master rumored to be even more ruthless than my uncle. The pack guards opened the wagon doors, their eyes devoid of compassion or sympathy."Get out," one of the guards barked, grabbing my arm roughly and yanking me from the wagon. I stumbled, my weakened body struggling to keep up with their callous treatment. With each step, the weight of uncertainty pressed down upon me, mingling with the heaviness of my growing belly.We approached a grand palace, towering walls casting ominous shadows. The air crackled with a foreboding energy, as
The Forgotten Mate 6. Night finally came and I decided to rest my head a little but I couldn't, Thought on how I was going to survive with my unborn child in this evil place sent fear through my spine,My encounter with Alpha Liam, The Lycan King made it even worse,He had sent an immediate threat of death if I didn't do as I was told and it made me even wonder what my fate was." Are you asleep???" I heard a voice from a corner and I flinched.I had thought I was the only one in this room. Realising there was someone else made me astonished." Have you been here all this while????" I asked and she nodded. The figure was a Young lady just like me.She would be in her early adulthood, Or maybe just a few years away from teenage hood . She had beautiful red hair and she reminded me of my mother. Her eyes were swollen and her face pale.She was dressed in a rag and chains were in her legs chaining her to one spot. " Yes ….. I just decided to allow you to have your moment of realisation" she
7: A Harlot's DefianceThe room was filled with tension as I stood before Alpha Liam, my heart pounding in my chest. His piercing gaze felt like it could see right through me, leaving me feeling exposed and vulnerable. I couldn't bring myself to meet his eyes, not after hearing the stories of his ruthlessness and cruelty. Praying silently to the moon goddess for strength, I approached him.As I walked past Ana, I could hear her whisper, filled with concern, "Oh, Bloom, what are you going to do?" Her words echoed my own fears.Standing in front of Alpha Liam, I kept my gaze fixed on the ground. I didn't dare look up at him, for I had only glimpsed his captivating features once before, and it had left me in awe. But that was before I learned about the rumors, the judgments that had already been passed about me."Go down on your knees!" Alpha Liam's voice thundered, causing me to flinch involuntarily. I was about to comply, but a guard forcefully pushed me down, leaving bruises as a pa
8 : Hall of Shame.If I could recall so well,Ana had said that Alpha Liam forbidded anyone to go into his main palace,That was why he had a chamber but He had just ordered me to come with him to his room." Me ????" I stuttered still shivering and under the storm." Is she really necessary for her to still be there" Austin said to Liam,He had noticed that I was already shivering and turning pale,I didn't want to freeze to death and at this rate ,I can't stop that from happening. Other maids and some occupants of the pack watched,Some felt pity for me and some wondered what I had down to amount to such death sentence." Yes !!!! If she's going to freeze to death then she should have by now , If she hasn't that means it's not happening!!!" Alpha Liam said, Austin stared at him in annoyance,He walked to the where I was kneeling and grabbed my hands ." Liam !!!!! She's turning cold and pale!!!,Free Her !!!" Austin yelled covering me up with my jacket." I said she can follow me to my roo
9 : Hall of Shame.Bloom's Pov..I hurriedly ran out of his room.My heart was racing like I was at the point of death. Memories of how he pinned me on his bed quickly flooded my mind. " Calm down !!! Calm down..Bloom…." I panicked and made my way to the cave." Bloom……." I Heard someone scream by name and I turned to see who it was. It was Austin, The aura around him was appeasing and I felt enchanted by it." Hi……." I stuttered and he smiled." Do you have difficulty speaking????" Austin laughed and I giggled." Thank you for the other day…I would have felt really sick if you didn't intervene" Thank you very much" I said." Nahhhh…It's fine,You should stay clear from Liam,He is merciless and strict!!!!" Austin said and I nodded." Uhmmm…." I was about to reply to Austin when I sighted Liam." Thank you for the other day..I should be on my way now…." I bowed and ran out, Liam's presence was now even more threatening." What did you do now ??,See the way she ran out" Austin sighed."
The Forgotten Mate 10. 10 : A solace reminder. Austin helped me up, The eyes that gazed at me seem to be back busy with one thing or the other,Ana was at the other side of the kitchen,She had whispered calm words, Something like you are safe now . I was only safe from another of Liam's wrath and Punishment because Austin had rescued me." You Finger….." Austin pointed at my pinky and it was then I realized the broken vase had cut deeply into my fingers and I was bleeding." I will be fine…." I said and dipped my finger in my mouth and it made Austin burst into laughter." How razz !!!!!" Liam said from behind and I quickly grabbed my mop to leave and I felt a tight grip on my wrist." Where are you going???? We were having a discussion weren't we ??? Why are you running off????" Austin said and I let go of his grasp, Liam's eyes already sent a message, He didn't like Austin to be around me or even seeing me around, It irritated him. I felt like he hated me more than any other slave
The Forgotten Mate 11. 11: Who is your baby father.I was dumbfounded,If I was to tell him the circumstances on how I got it pregnant,It would be agreed that I am actually a harlot,So I was going to lie and although I wasn't a good liar I was going to pull some strings." Hmmmm…. You mean who is responsible for my pregnancy???" I asked and he nodded." Yes,He shouldn't have left you to be sold,Who is he ???" Austin asked his eyes filled with concern and I became guilty and upset that I had to lie to him but I really had no choice. " My mate…..He is the father of my unborn child but I will raise in on my own " I stated and Austin frowned." Did he reject you???" Austin asked and it felt like a heartache. My mind went to when Asher rejected me in front of everyone in the pack, The day I got rejected my mate that was supposed to love me and care for me,He is the only reason I was living on, The only reason I endured and he rejected me because I was weak, He rejected me because I was a
The Forgotten Mate12 : His Like Terms. Bloom's pov. I knew Liam gained pleasure in continually reminding me of what I , Since when I arrived at his pack, But what he had just said hurt deeper than whatsoever insults he had rained on me before." What !!! Why do you look so shocked????" Alpha Liam scoffed." It's nothing…." I looked away." How weak !!! I see how you let yourself be picked on and constantly bullied by your packmates and then you say you can prove yourself, There is nothing to prove!!!" Liam spat and I looked at Austin's direction. He was still deeply asleep.I wondered how deep he slept that he couldn't hear what had happened but I was happy he didn't witness how pathetic my life was." I'm not…." I whispered,I couldn't speak up or even try to say anything in a high tone because Liam could leave me alone here with these beasts as my punishment and nothing would be done. After all, I was an orphan with a family lineage that hated to see me alive." What did you just s