I took a deep breath and entered the beast's den. My heart raced as I walked in, aware that I might not make it out alive. Darius Augustus was sitting by the window, his back turned to me. I couldn't tell what he was thinking as he stared outside.Zixin stood in the corner, giving me a cold glare. I wondered what he wanted, but before I could do anything, he motioned for me to kneel. I refused, and he shoved me down to my knees. I knew I couldn't stand up until they allowed me to, and so I remained on the floor, helpless and vulnerable.Darius turned around, smiling as he saw me kneeling in front of him. I felt a surge of anger and hatred but knew there was nothing I could do.The door opened behind me, and someone entered the room. His presence was overwhelming. I could feel his eyes on me, but I couldn't bring myself to look away from Darius. His eyes had shifted from mine, and it was then that I felt a cold shiver run down my spine.I wanted to turn around and see who this stranger
As the hand tightened its grip around my neck, I struggled to breathe. I had never felt so helpless before. The pressure on my airways was intense, and with each passing moment, I felt my consciousness slipping away.Darius stood before me, a cruel smile on his lips as he enjoyed the power he held over me. Zixin and Alex looked on, not daring to intervene. Living under an Alpha meant living in fear, and no one dared to question their leader's actions.Suddenly, he pulled me up to my feet, lifting me off the ground. I kicked my legs helplessly, seeking a solid footing that was just out of reach. If he didn't release me soon, I knew I would die.With a sudden movement, he slammed me against the wall, and a sharp cry escaped my lips. My neck was already sore from Zixin's earlier attack in the forest, and now I couldn't feel any more pain. My body went numb as I stopped struggling against his hold.Darius leaned in towards my ear, and in a cruel whisper, he said, "Take a good look at your
AMARYLLIS POV:I was in excruciating pain. My neck throbbed, and Darius had attacked it without hesitation. I couldn't help feeling frustrated, knowing he was my mate. It had been nearly thirty minutes since I last saw Alex. I had hoped he would bring me my bag after hearing my made-up story about my illness, but now I realized how foolish I had been to rely on him. I had only one hour left before Darius discovered my secret. The thought of him ending my life without remorse sent shivers down my spine.As I leaned against the wall, my eyelids grew heavy, and my body went numb. The coldness enveloped me as I thought about the time I ran away from home. "What if I had not run away?" I whispered to myself. My chest heaved with each painful breath, and I could feel the agony increasing.The memories flooded back, and I was lost in thought. I remembered the day I left home and how it had changed the course of my life. If only I had made different choices, perhaps I wouldn't be in this situ
As I slowly opened my eyes, a loud groan escaped my stomach. I felt the pain of the cold ground seeping through every inch of my body. My hunger pangs intensified, and I heard my wolf's voice echoing in my mind, "We need food, Amaryllis."Before I could make sense of my surroundings, the cell door creaked open with a thud. My heart sank as Alex, with an annoyed expression, stepped inside. "Move. We need to take you to Alpha."I wanted to scream so loud as I realized I was being taken to meet the Alpha - the one person I despised the most. Just the mention of his name made my skin crawl with revulsion.My body wouldn't budge, and my limbs felt like lead weights. "I can't move. There's no energy in my body," I protested, though I knew it was futile. He glared at me for a moment before delivering a cutting retort. "Amaryllis, don't waste our time. You know as well as I do that nothing you say will matter. In the end, we'll do what I say." I knew he was right, but I clung to the last bit
I could feel the heat emanating from his body, the fury inside him almost palpable. His once calm demeanour was replaced by a raging storm, his voice now rough and his eyes filled with an intense fire that left me trembling. It was like staring at a different person altogether, his anger consuming him entirely.My heart was pounding so hard that it felt like it was about to burst out of my chest. The air in the room had turned heavy, and the silence was deafening. Suddenly, he started walking towards me, and I braced myself for what was coming next. I shut my eyes tightly, trying to prepare myself for the impact of his fist on my cheek.I could feel his hand grab my arm, and his grip was so tight that it was causing me pain. I stood up, not daring to defy him in any way. As he held me, I could feel the power he possessed, and I knew that I needed to be careful. One wrong move, and he would unleash his wrath on me.The tension in the room was suffocating, and I could barely breathe. I
DARIUS POV:As I stood in the dimly lit room, my eyes fixed on Amaryllis's motionless form, I felt a sense of relief mingled with apprehension. Allister's words resonated in my head, a reminder of how perilously close we had come to losing her.Allister offered me a small smile, but his exhausted eyes revealed the gravity of the situation. "We nearly lost her, but she's stable now. The anaesthesia will help her rest and recover."I nodded in understanding, my attention drawn back to Amaryllis's ghostly complexion. It was hard to believe that only a few hours ago, she had been valiantly fighting for her life.As I watched her chest rise and fall in a steady rhythm, Alex and Zixin entered the room, their presence pulling me out of my thoughts. I could see the concern etched on their faces as they approached Amaryllis's bedside."What will you do to her now?" Alex asked, his voice laced with urgency.I paused for a moment, considering my next move. Amaryllis had proven her worth, but I c
AMARYLLIS POV:I slowly opened my eyes, feeling groggy and disoriented. It took me a few moments to adjust my sight to my surroundings. As I lay there, I realized something amazing - I felt truly good for the first time in what seemed like years. I wasn't sleeping on the ground or some makeshift bed. Instead, I was lying in a comfortable hospital bed.Looking around, I could tell that I was in a hospital room. But even this sterile environment was more comfortable than any place I had slept in recent memory. I tried to sit up, but a sharp pain shot through my neck, causing me to wince. Memories of the previous day flooded my mind, and I cursed Darius for the situation I found myself in.If it weren't for him, I would be living my life freely without any worries. But deep down, I knew that it wasn't entirely his fault. My fate had brought me into his territory in the first place because I was his mate.I tried to communicate with my wolf, but she was resting, too weak to respond. I let
Allister's words echoed through my mind, causing my hands to become slick with sweat. I couldn't comprehend how he had learned about my scent-controlling pills. Did he divulge my secret to Daruis? No, he didn't; otherwise, Daruis would have punished me already. Allister locked his gaze on me, waiting for my response. He asked if I had told Daruis, implying that he hadn't revealed my secret. I was on the brink of a panic attack. I wasn't mentally or physically prepared to end Allister's life or to silence him permanently. I froze, realizing that this could be the end for me. Daruis wouldn't forgive me for deceiving him, let alone choosing me, a lone wolf, as his mate.I tried to steady my breathing and gather my thoughts, but my mind was in turmoil.Allister's scrutinizing stare made me feel exposed and vulnerable. I wished I could disappear into thin air and escape this nightmare. I longed to be back in the comfort of my own territory, where I could control my surroundings and be safe