Aldric "What did you say to the girl?" I asked, scowling. Henrick looked at me as if I had suddenly sprouted two heads. "Pardon me, Alpha?" I held back a growl and stared him in the eye. Irritation flashed like lightning through me. I fought to keep my control. "You know very well what I mean. What did you tell her to make her laugh like that in the garden?" A smile teased his lips. "Oh. That." My irritation grew. "Will you answer me?" "Nothing much, really," Henrick shrugged nonchalantly. I roared in frustration. "Nothing!? I haven't seen that girl crack a smile, let alone laugh, but all of a sudden, you had her chuckling like a hyena?" Henrick cocked his head to the side, a half-smile on his lips. "What's the matter, Alpha King? Are you jealous?" I clenched my fists, feeling a surge of frustration coursing through me. Jealousy was not an emotion I was accustomed to, and the fact that Henrick had even suggested it only served to stoke the flames of my irritation. "Jealous?"
DestinyI stood in silence. I didn't know what to do after Alpha Aldric left me. My body felt hot as the touch of his lips still lingered on mine. I could still taste him.He had kissed me. Not for a long time, but it was long enough to make my toes curl. The worst part is that I couldn't deny how much I enjoyed it. In fact, the truth is that I loved every moment of it."Ugh!" I groaned out loud and buried my face in the pillow.My first kiss...it wasted on the notorious Alpha King."Miss Destiny? I brought you some dinner."I looked up and saw Delora standing at the door with a tray in her hands.I forced a smile. "Thanks, Delora."She placed the tray on my bedside table and sat next to me. "Is everything okay, Miss Destiny?"I took a deep breath and exhale slowly, trying to calm my nerves. "Alpha Aldric kissed me," I said, surprised at my own words.Delora raised her eyebrows in surprise. "Wow! I didn't think he was capable of showing affection."I scoffed. "I don't think it was him
AriaI kept a close eye on the woman named Delora as much as I could. It was difficult because Natasha assigned me to specific tasks around the mansion.But then, finally, I had the perfect opportunity to meet Delora when I went back to the kitchen. She had just gotten back with a handful of dishes."Do you mind washing these?" she had said with a smile.I nodded. "Sure.""You must be new," she said, eyeing me up and down."I just started yesterday," I said quietly. I kept my hands steady as I scrubbed the dishes.Delora broke the silence. "You seem like a quiet one," she said, her voice carrying a hint of curiosity.I gave her a small smile. "I suppose I am. It's just that this place is so... overwhelming. I'm still trying to find my way around."She nodded in understanding. "This mansion can be quite a maze. But you'll get used to it. My name is Delora, by the way."I extended my hand, still keeping up the appearance of a shy, new employee. "I'm Aria."Delora's hand was warm as we s
Destiny Flirt with the king? How am I supposed to do that when his mere existence terrified me!? But I promised Aria I would help and I wanted to escape this place with her so I suppose that didn't leave me much option. I needed to do everything to survive. So when Delora came back to check on me later that night, I asked her, "Is Alpha Aldric back from hunting yet?" She looked at me with surprise. "Yes, he is. He is resting in his room now. Why do you ask, Miss Destiny?" I hesitated. "Well...I was wondering if I could go see him." Delora chuckled. "You want to initiate a visit with him? I am surprised. I thought you'd prefer to avoid him at all costs!" I couldn't help but blush, my cheeks burning with embarrassment. This was a bad idea. "It's not that I can avoid him anyway. He calls me into his room whenever he pleases, so why can't I go see him on my own?" I asked. "That's a good point. And since you are his mate, you should be able to show up at his door whenever you feel
DestinyI stepped out of my room and into the hallway, taking a deep breath. After the night had passed, I was eager to meet Aria in the garden again. I had no doubt Henrick would be lurking around somewhere, but with Alpha Aldric out of the house, I had a bit more freedom.As I went down the stairs, I ran into Henrick, who had been waiting for me. He raised an eyebrow as he looked me up and down. "I don't know what you did to the Alpha last night, but he seemed to be in a good mood this morning. He even said I didn't have to watch you like a hawk."I couldn't help but smile at his comment. "Well, good! Then you don't have to follow me around," I replied.Henrick pouted. "Why do you act like you don't like my company? I thought we were friends?"Quick Destiny, make up an excuse, I thought to myself."It's not that I don't like your company, Henrick," I said, trying to sound sincere. "It's just that I was hoping to enjoy a little time alone in the garden to clear my head. You know how
Alpha AldricDestiny had been acting differently lately, and I wasn't sure I hated it.I was surprised when she visited me on her own last night, and ever since then, I haven't stopped thinking about her. Even now, as I hunt, all I can think of is her--drawing her close to me and feeling her warmth against my skin. 'Little mate has gotten under your skin, huh?' my wolf howled inside me. I sighed, annoyed at him. 'No. It's nothing like that.''Then why did you crave her first thing in the morning?' he said.I shook my head, trying to clear my thoughts. I couldn't let myself get distracted, not when I had a pack to lead and enemies to defeat. But even as I focused on my task, I couldn't shake the image of Destiny from my mind. Her curves, her scent, her soft lips...I growled in frustration, my wolf pacing inside me.Maybe all I needed was to have my fill. When I have her body, this hunger will go away, and I won't want her anymore.The thought of that satisfied me, I didn't have room
NathanI was walking back to my house, whistling my favorite tune, the melody playing in my head and seemingly banishing any concerns from my mind. It had been a pleasant day, and I was looking forward to resting at home.But just when I turned the corner onto my street, I felt an unexpected and powerful force against my back. Someone had jumped on me, tackling me to the ground with surprising strength. The wind was knocked out of me, and I gasped for breath as I hit the pavement.Panic and adrenaline surged through me as I struggled to comprehend what was happening. My assailant was on top of me, and I could feel their weight pressing me down. I couldn't see their face, but I could sense their intentions were anything but friendly."You idiot!" a melodic voice squealed and a small chuckle escaped my throat."Get off of me, Aria!" I exclaimed, but I was more amused than angry.She rolled off of me and I sat up, brushing myself off and trying to catch my breath.I looked at her, taking
Aria"Ba...baron? You are alive?" I gasped and ran toward him.When the rogue attacked and killed everyone in our pack, I didn't know who made it out of there alive. My heart filled with joy as I looked at my childhood best friend standing in front of me in one piece.Baron, his once sleek fur now matted with dirt and blood, gave me a weary smile. "I thought you were gone for good too Aria," he replied.He had always been the strong one, the protector, and seeing him here was a glimmer of hope in the darkness that had consumed us.Tears welled up in my eyes, and I rushed forward, embracing him tightly. "I can't believe it's you," I murmured, my voice trembling.Baron held me close, his breath warm against my ear. "I hid when the rogue attacked," he whispered."Ahem...excuse me. Can someone tell me who this is," Nathan barked.I released Baron from my hug and turned to Nathan. "Baron is my best friend. We had been friends since we were kids."Nathan's expression shifted, and he looked