Ryn wrote something down on paper. She folded it neatly and called Maina. "Take this to Darla's room," Ryn ordered. Maina accepted the paper and said, "Yes, Miss." "And don't you dare to open it! Do you understand?" Ryn said so in a warning tone. "I understand," Maina replied. Ryn leaned against the door frame with her arms crossed. A faint smile was etched on her lips, and her eyes looked at the maid's retreat. Ryn kept her promise to Darla. This time, she was more prepared to fight with the woman. Ryn wanted to prove that Darla's victory in the previous fight was just a fluke. "See you there, Darla," Ryn said in a low voice. In addition to making up for her defeat, Ryn also wanted to prove to Darla that what she had said about the mark was unproven. Ryn believed in Albert. She would no longer listen to Darla's nonsense. Ryn chose a day when Albert was not in the palace. The girl snuck out, like before. This time she was more careful, so she escaped the castle without anyone c
This was a disaster. The danger alarm inside Ryn's head lit up, roaring with a blinding red light."Albert?" squeaked the girl.Ryn thought the man was not in the palace. She'd heard him directly—just eavesdropping—as Albert and Jayden talked about a business meeting with an Alpha from another pack that couldn't be delayed any longer. They would be gone for three days on business. Then why was Albert suddenly at the palace on the second day after his departure?"I asked, where have you been?" asked Albert in a deep voice that gave Ryn goosebumps.The girl gulped and licked her lips."I-I... err... I'm not from anywhere, just getting some fresh air," Ryn lied."You're lying!" said Albert.Ryn's eyes rounded. She had just thought of an excuse to be evasive, but Albert first showed her something that shut her up. A paper in her handwriting that should have been in Darla's hand."Maybe you can explain it with this." Albert showed the note she had given Maina to hand over to Darla.'Damn i
The burning anger seemed to fuel Albert, and Ryn's passion heated up even more. The fire of passion had dampened the fire of anger in their chests. They were equally hot and soul-burning. No more forced kisses. There were only two people who wanted each other.Albert pushed Ryn until the door behind the girl opened. He didn't stop there. Albert then closed the bedroom door with his foot, ensuring they were separated from the free space for privacy. With lips reluctant to unlink, Albert lifted the girl's body, carried her to the bed, and laid her down carefully. It was as if Ryn was a fragile object that could easily break. The Alpha held her dominantly, showing that he was in charge.For a moment, the kiss was paused with a sharp intake of breath. The two pairs of eyes stared at each other amidst the rush of warm breath hitting each other's faces. The pheromones that emanated felt so thick. It signaled that they wanted each other just as strongly."You're in heat, huh?" Albert spoke i
"A werewolf will be born at the peak of the red moon. She is the chosen one. She will bring great power to eternity, destruction, and death to her Mate."The sentence was written very clearly on the parchment. It was a sentence that showed how powerful the ability of the "chosen one" in the prophecy was.However,"How can you interpret it? I don't even know what language it's written in," Jayden asked curiously.Albert shook his head."I have no idea. I don't know, either. It's all just in my head," Albert replied.Indeed, only certain people could read the writing on the parchment. Only those who were the "chosen one"'s Mate could interpret it."I remember," Albert said as he turned quickly to Jayden. "These words are the same ones my father once showed me. He once handed me a piece of paper. He wrote some words and asked me to read and interpret them. I think my father took the words from the parchment," he added.Jayden opened his jaw as he nodded his head."I think I know why Alph
Ryn's eyelids blinked softly. The scent of romance lingering on her body made the girl smile. Still, with her eyes closed, Ryn hugged the thick blanket that covered her body."I love you, Albert," she murmured as she opened her eyes.It was an amazing experience. Seeing that she was still naked, Ryn was sure what happened was not just a fantasy. She and Albert were doing it. Then the girl touched her neck, where Albert had left his mark. Once again, the girl's lips turned up in a smile."I knew I could trust you," Ryn said.It was only right that she did not listen to Darla's ramblings about Albert not wanting her. Albert even marked her before the mating ceremony, as he had promised. Wasn't that enough to prove that Albert wanted her?"She must know about this," the girl said.Ryn removed the blanket and then carried her naked body to the bathroom. Although it was hard for her to wash Albert's scent off her body, she had to do it.After cleaning up, Ryn immediately went to Darla's ro
Sebastian's last sentence struck Ryn's mind like a lightning bolt. The girl covered her gaping mouth with tears that fell uncontrollably."Reject your mate and marry another woman."That sentence was like a double-edged sword. Every word was equal to a gesture, which was extremely painful. Unable to contain her sadness, Ryn left with a gaping heart.Meanwhile, in the room, Albert couldn't believe Sebastian would say that. He shook his head slowly."That's no way," Albert said."I told you before," Sebastian said."I couldn't possibly do it. I love her, Uncle." Albert said aloud."That's how your father felt at the time. Therefore, he never dared to take such a gamble." Sebastian agreed.Indeed! Albert would never be able to reject Ryn as his mate. He had marked her. He could not possibly leave the girl without leaving her devastated, just as he would be ruined. That option would not enter into his consideration."But," Sebastian said, which caused Albert to shift his attention. "This
After escorting Ryn to her room, Albert met Jayden. He looked frustrated, thinking about the curse issue. Before he could find a solution, a new problem had arisen. Albert knew that this trust issue could get bigger if left unsolved. Once Ryn's trust in him was cracked, there was a good chance the girl would always be suspicious of him."Alpha Albert!" greeted Jayden, who immediately exited his seat when he saw the Alpha coming.Albert did not reply. He sat down on the chair with a loud sigh."This curse is killing me," Albert complained. He rubbed his face roughly, then turned to Jayden, standing nearby. "She heard my conversation with Uncle Sebastian," he said.Jayden's brow furrowed visibly."She... you mean Miss Ryn?" he probed.Albert did not say yes or no. The Alpha said, "Uncle Sebastian has a solution he thinks will break the curse. He told me, but I don't know if Ryn heard it.""What solution did Sebastian say?" asked Jayden as he sat across from the Alpha."Reject her and ma
Judith Morrow and Jessi Morrow—are they the same person? Albert's body froze. Why could this be so coincidental? Both have the same last name, Morrow, and items with identical carvings. Is this just a coincidence?"Are you sure her name is Judith Morrow?" asked Jayden, replacing Albert, who was lost in his thoughts."Yes, of course. She mentioned it herself," Ryn replied. The girl had a quizzical look on her face. "Hey, is there a problem?" she asked later.Jayden did not answer. The Beta turned to Albert, waiting for him to speak. However, it seemed Albert was still too shocked by what they knew."Alpha Albert?" Jayden called after him.Albert blinked and gulped saliva. He turned to Jayden and asked, "Is she the same person as the one in the hospital?"