"You may enter." Charlotte pushed open the door at the top of the stairs with a touch of trepidation. It probably hadn't been wise to leave Forester and come to New York to live like a normal person. But she hadn't been so foolish as to come without letting anyone know. The Uber driver had waited at the bottom of the stairway, still muttering how much he hated to wait to take back a customer when he could have gone to render services to others.In truth it wasn't all that stupid to have come to the city, for New York is known to be home to people who want to start a new life, make money, and get away from their past. And it was in her best interest to leave behind her pain or better to put it as gathering energy to go back and fight for love.Even at that, it was comforting to know she was alone here and she would soon begin to work here in this book store as a cleaner. She could get some money there to take care of herself or to disguise being a thief at night. Living in New York co
The twin's home was a moderately sized duplex located at the offset of the city. It was decent with the wooden porch at the entrance, and beautiful interior designs that looked homey and a bit cozy. A huge bookshelf leaned against the wall in a corner and some papers were stacked in every nook and hole of the house."This place looks like those crime shows on television," Chelsea remarked as she walked in.Anna chuckled as she sat down on a chair, head bent over a book. "It's actually worse when you have something doing with the hands. You know what I'm saying." She got up and offered her friend a seat. She began to pack the papers and trashed them. "What have you got there, Chelsea? You are not quite the type that reads."She stretched her hands and let Anne see the golden book she was holding. Her friend gave out a loud gasp."I'll bet my new Jane Austen book that the cover is pure gold," Anne could hardly make her words audible."Exactly. That's what makes it stranger and weirder.
Selena eyed herself in the mirror nervously and at the same time anxious. She hadn't been told what she would be doing that morning, but he had called it a surprise, hadn't he? Her recent relationship with the Alpha of Forester has been going very smoothly, and her life seemed quite lovely. They have come a long way even though Alex wasn't aware of it but she herself had done a good job of concealing it. And it was worth the wait.She pushed back a loose strand of her brunette hair and hoped she looked decent enough to show up in front of the people or as her father would always say, look Queenly enough. The kind of clothes the maids had chosen for her was too expensive for an average person and it made her wonder more about what occasion Alex was planning.Someone knocked at the door and paused. It seemed the people have all gathered and if she takes forever to get ready, her Father might scold her for not behaving like royalty enough. Fina
"Selena?" He muttered and immediately felt like kissing her right that instant. He had always tried to make his decree stand in Forester but no matter how hard he tried, facing them alone has always been a challenge.But here she is, making changes. Standing in front of the prestigious pack of Forester and making rules. How did she even get them to keep quiet, talk more or get words into their head?"King Alex had tried his best since childhood to come out of his shell but it has always been difficult," she continued. "Because you made life tough for him. You may say, 'oh but he is a Prince and he should endure' but you forget something. Everyone deserves a break. Let him be. King Rex was murdered by someone whose heart has been poisoned. His mother was murdered by his Uncle which you all are aware of. His stepmother died in a car crash. Normal phenomenon. Craig was murdered by probably the same person that murdered the others. Amelia was mu
With a start, Alex flung his eyes wide open as his ears were filled with the thudding drums of alarm. He recognized the sound quickly and he knew what it means.War.He looked back and saw Selena fast asleep with her arms wrapped around his waist. He smiled and slipped out of her embrace gently. Walking to the wardrobe which he opened with force, he grabbed his armor and skipped out of the room, on his way to the palace gate, closing the door softly behind him.He couldn't blame Selena for not waking up as she doesn't have the ability of super auditory skills like he does now which seems strange to him. It was a good thing that she still seems normal or oblivious about the demon's stuff, at least it will keep her safe from comprehending all the crazy parts."Your highness, you heard it too?" Bagdana came out of the corridor and fell in beside him."I'm the King, of course, I have
"Grab the IV bags and the bandage. I'll take care of him until it's safe for the royal doctor to arrive." Selena ordered as Alex is being carried into the room. "Hey, Rebel." She called the beautiful bronze skinned teenager who showed up behind her. "Your Majesty, I have ensured the safety of everybody in the Kingdom. I'll let them know if it's safe to come outside as soon as the shifters are back." Rebel reported, looking gallant in her fighting gear. "Okay, thanks. I'll just go and take care of Alex...""I can do it!" Selena was shocked at the way she offered to help. She knew or heard of how Alex had saved her from some rascals that night and recruited her into army. She had been in her room that night when she heard her Father fuming as he paced through the corridor, mumbling incorrigible words.She had dropped the book she was reading and stepped into the hallway."Dad?" Drake stopped in his tracks and looked back at his daughter, face looking very tired. "Selena, you're still awake
"Oh my god!" Selena heard Alex behind her and when she turned, she realized he must have had a nightmare as well."Coincidence? Bad dream?" She asked, still terrified of what she had just seen."I don't know. I think mine was just as a result of the war I fought. No worries." He crawled closer and gave her cheek a soft kiss that was very reassuring."Are you sure? I mean, don't you think we are in trouble?""What do you mean?"Right. She can't blame him, can she? He may not even be aware of what is going on."I had a dream where I think I'm in hell." For a split second, Alex looked shocked but maybe she just hoped he is shocked so she wouldn't feel like she is in the dark again."Yeah, I know you may think I'm crazy but I saw the devil. He mentioned something about finding...looking for something like...it is a glass ball." Much as she tried to explain, her memories of the dream kept fading.Alex sighed and pulled her in for an embrace."I understand how scary it might be for you. Pro
Selena could feel a burning sensation coursing through her veins as Alex kept touching her. Every inch of his finger on her skin was like fire burning her and at the same time making her thirst for more. He stopped kissing her and looked into her eyes which made her melt within the more. The blue gaze looked like a rush of volcano washing through her.Alex kissed her ear, the nape of her neck, and the hollow of her throat, causing her to release a throaty groan. His strong hands brought her body close to his. One of the hands slowly slid her robe down her shoulders before moving over her throat, her shoulder, her collarbone. His mouth increased its ardent pressure as his fingers spread and his breathing suddenly became ragged as he arched her body and somehow found the soft rise of her breast with his hand. She gasped and threw her head back.His mouth found hers again and it moved tenderly on her trembling lips, demanding, in a silence bursting with sensations and promise.She clung