Emberlynn was enthralling.Damien was tempted to say it to her, but he wondered how she was going to take the compliment. Perhaps she'd look away and flush. That was the most reaction she had given to him whenever he neared or touched her.Even as he had sent a Variety of dresses to her maid, he had thought she'd be in one of the girly, modest, and luna-like ones.What he meant by Luna-like was a little on the modest and girl side.Although the one she currently was on didn't look any less modest, she was rather daring.The gown was a deep sapphire blue; the fabric clung to her curve in all the right places, accentuating her lithe figure.The neckline plunged daringly, revealing just a hint of her translucent skin, while intricate silver embroidery wound its way down the bodice."I'm sorry I am late; I didn't know that everyone would be here waiting for me," she murmured, tucking a stray hair behind her ear. She licked her lower lip slowly as he stepped towards her."One more thing,"
She didn't thank him for the necklace, Emberlynn realized. She had left soon after the announcement was made because Damien mentioned the ceremony taking place during the evening.Emberlynn sighed. Everything was going too fast. It wasn't like she had anticipated. She didn't imagine coming to the pack and, after two days, getting mated to an alpha she barely knew.She had tried convincing herself it was the goddess' wish, but each time, a nagging feeling throbbed at her heart.She didn't know what exactly her heart was trying to say to her, but she knew it couldn't be good."Am I changing out of this dress?" she asked Betsy as she breezed into the room.She was carrying a large, brown, plain box in her hands, and Emberlynn raised her brows, looking at her with curiosity in her eyes."Yes, yes," Betsy nodded, her eyes flashing with excitement. She peeled the scotch tape on the box, and she gasped as soon as she opened it."This is amazing," she cried out, looking at Emberlynn."What's
"Oh, Sweet Selene," Damien groaned as he sighted Emberlynn.Fuck! His eyes narrowed, gazing around him at the many eyes that leered at her. He saw the deep-seated lust, the hunger in each of their eyes that they were trying to conceal.His teeth gritted, and his hands clenched into fists. He couldn't resist the anger surging through him.Emberlynn was his, and they should respect that she was unavailable, yet they didn't mind if he was with them or not. They continued to ogle her as though waiting for when he would announce to devour her.The dress, a green emerald silk, clung elegantly around her body, the neckline, a V-shape that plunged daringly, accentuating the graceful curve of her neck and collarbones and even the swell of the beautiful skin of her breasts.No, he wasn't a pervert. He hadn't glanced at the dress before sending them off to her. He had only mentioned Emberlynn to the pack's tailor and ordered a dress to be designed for her.Perhaps it was the description he had g
Emberlynn didn't know how long they had been dancing; all she could think of were Damien's hands on her body, how firm they were, and not letting go.It felt like almost an eternity later, the music abruptly stopped, likewise Damien and the others that were dancing.All eyes were on them. Even as she was still locked in Damien's embrace, she felt the intensity of their gaze."What next?" she asked Damien, glancing at the stubble on his chin. She was barely reaching his neck, even with the heels she wore."Wait for the elder," Damien whispered back and stared down at her.A smirk formed on his face, and she saw the wicked glint dancing in his eyes. What was he thinking about? She wondered.Then she gasped as she felt his hand wandered down her body.What was he doing? Alarmed, she whispered, "A-are you feeling up my body?""No," Damien stated.He definitely was!Emberlynn glared at him and attempted to shove him. "Your hands are on my b-butt. " she pointed out, mortified that she could
Punished and hung? Emberlynn shuddered.She recalled the discussion about witches from the attack two days ago when Roy and Betsy had walked to a corner to speak.She knew how dangerous they were from the tone of their voices, but she never knew they faced grave punishment like these."Why?" Emberlynn voiced out."Why what?" Damien retorted. His voice was cool, and his eyes narrowed at her.It was as though he was silently asking who she was to challenge him by asking questions about what he didn't want to speak about."I mean, why such a grave punishment? They are...""Drop it," Damien almost growled out.He loathed this inquisitive side of hers. Of course, if she were smart enough, she'd understand he didn't want to speak about it, yet she kept asking questions."Okay, fine," she said."Good," Damien grunted, extending his hand towards her, and she placed hers in his.He led her towards where the Elders were now gathered around the altar, muttering.When she got closer, she could he
"Almost ready," Betsy announced, parting Emberlynn's white hair to the side and holding it down with colorful pins.She brought out a red lipstick and reapplied it on her lips, which, to Emberlynn, wasn't necessary as she would smear them again. She had a habit of biting her lips and licking them.She doubted it was a habit she could grow out of, even though Damien had told her not to bite her lips. She had continued to do so, and it wasn't out of disobedience as he must have assumed; she couldn't help herself.Doing the zip of the dress, she stood to her feet, with the help of Betsy, and looked at the black lacy gown. It clung to her body like a second skin, accentuating every movement she made.Emberlynn winced as she gazed at her chest. It was still the same deep V-shaped neckline. Her breasts were practically on display, and she barely had a shawl that matched it.Raising her hands as Betsy did the zipper at her side, she gazed at the sleeves, sheer and billowing; it cascaded down
Everything was happening so fast. Emberlynn could barely keep up with the mating activity as she was transported from one area to another, still within the mating ground.All those times, Damien was beside her. She was only certain of his presence and did not pay much attention to what was happening beside her.Who wouldn't give Damien all the whole attention? Standing beside her like a freaking Greek god, ready for war. His looks could rival that of the god Adonis, who, to her, was the most beautiful Greek god.Yet, he was going to be hers. He was going to mate with her.Once again, the thoughts of them consummating afterward sent a shiver down her spine, and she gave a visible shudder.Damien noticed that."Are you cold?" he whispered.Emberlynn resisted the urge to moan as his warm breath teased her earlobe and neck. She shut her eyes briefly, opening them and licking her lower lip. Then she shook her head in response to his question."You just shuddered," Damien said."I was lost
The night was still young, as they said, but the way Damien kissed her and held onto her, it felt as though he didn't want to let go. It felt as if, if he let go, she would disappear from him.The kiss was interrupted by Elder Charles; he tapped his walking cane on the stone beside him.Damien broke the kiss and whispered against Emberlynn's lips, "Later."Emberlynn nodded, her eyes bulging. Her head still reeled from the effect of the marking, and now her lips. They tingled and were swollen. Her fingers went up to touch her lips, and she flushed as she saw Damien watching her.Her nipples were taut and pressed hard against the bodice of the dress she was in. She was glad she wasn't wearing something translucent, or else Damien would have seen them begging for them to be touched and teased.Another thing was her core; it was moist, and she could swear she had wet her pants from the constant touch from Damien. They felt damp, and she could literally smell her arousal. Could he smell th