~ ZoraShortly after Tyler left, the guests were led to a large event hall for refreshments and proper celebration while I, on the other hand, kissed Nox once again, before I was led to a changing room to remove my wedding gown. There, I changed into a gold and diamond one shoulder inlay hip wrap evening dress that once again blew my mind.Nox had left no expense spared when it came to this wedding. I remembered when Roman told me he was a man who would rather act than talk. A man that was far different from Tyler. My stomach churned again for the fourth time at the remembrance of him. I felt nauseated and sick at the way he looked at me. Why did Tyler have such an effect on me?We were done. Ex-mates. So why did my wolf still whimper in pain? Why did it seem like I was yearning for him almost an hour ago. Why do I still feel the need to seek him out? “Are you okay?” Hailey asked, appearing at my side, placing a hand on my shoulder. “I’m fine.” I lied, giving her a quick smile as re
~ ZoraThe moment I felt sparks jolt through my hands, I jerked my hand away immediately. It can’t be possible.“Are you okay?” Nox asked.I realized almost immediately that all of the leaders were watching us intently. “I’m fine.” I gave Nox a fleeting smile. Tyler’s eyes met mine, his fingers were still splayed open, still waiting for my hand to touch his again so he could kiss my ring. “That will be enough.” Nox said to Tyler with a gaze that was cold and unkind. “It’s obvious my wife doesn’t feel comfortable around you.” Tyler blinked in response. A surprised, haunted look dominated his features. However, with a slight incline of his head, he paid his respect and rose to his full height before backing away.Choosing to avoid his gaze, I turned my attention on Emilia who had a scowl etched on her face as her eyes passed between us suspiciously. Even when Tyler went back to his former position by her side, completely oblivious to her unhappiness, her cold green eyes continued to
~ Nox After all the leaders had approached and brought their gifts, Zora excused herself and went with Hailey and Sydney to freshen up. I took the time to stretch my legs, saying hi to a few people. Walking further, I took notes of the walls of the hall were lined with rare art painitings my mother took joy in collecting. One of the paintings caught my eye. An illustration of Ryker, the first lycan to fall for werewolf woman and mark her as his own. Because of this, they were both banished by their own kind and made to live in a thick forest as rogues. “I remember this painting to have been your mother’s favorite.” said Thurah who suddenly appeared by my side, staring at the painting herself. She had lost a considerable amount of weight from the time I last saw her and for someone who lost her mate recently, it wasn’t surprising but sad. “Hello Thurah.” “Hey kid. Congratulations on your wedding.” “I bet you’re more than happy on the inside.” “You bet.” She retorted and chuckled.
~ Zora My lips curled into a smirk as I saw fear transform the features of the Alphas and Lunas seated. From the way Emilia's mouth downturned into a frown, I knew we'd hit her at a rough spot. "You'll have my letter of loyalty on your desk first thing tomorrow." Darius said with a nod. "Same with mine." Another Alpha announced. "You'll have ours too." A Luna said. Several others spoke up while the rest kept mute. It didn't matter. Emilia may have been trying to seduce them into an alliance but this new development will make them think twice about betraying the Crown. Despite this new update, we weren't done yet. "I'm glad to get immediate responses from you. Like I said, all I want is the harmony of our kind. I don't want a war." Nox continued, throwing Emilia a stern look. "Unfortunately, some of us here have taken my kindness for softness and have gone a step further to take it for granted as well."At this, the leaders looked at each other in confusion. "Bring them in." Nox
Zora Like lightning, my heartbeat quickened. Alpha Callister just ratted out Emilia and this could be the evidence we need to put her behind bars and stall her mission.My eyebrow raised in question as I met Nox's gaze with an expectant look. His face betrayed no emotion as he seemed to be assessing the situation. "Emilia, what do you have to say about this?" Nox asked and all eyes turned on the blonde Alpha sitting amidst them. Emilia leaned forward and clasped her hands on the table, her blood red painted fingernails bearing a sharp contrast to the white high gloss table. She looked at Nox with a frown. "I have no idea what this man is talking about."Alpha Callister's eyes widened in disbelief and his mouth dropped open, as he looked from Emilia to Nox and back. "This woman is lying!" He pointed with his bound hands. "She came to me, to us!" He glanced briefly at the other Alpha standing glum beside him. "She said we had to silence the captives from talking. That it was an orde
~ ZoraEventually, the time had come for the wedding celebrations to come to a close so people who came in from other packs could go home. Despite the rift between us, Nox held my hand and together we entered the wedding hall as one. I managed to paint on a smile as many clapped, cheered and threw flower petals on us. Some people approached and shook our hands, giving us their best wishes before leaving. We stayed like this for a while attending to different people at the same time. Sometimes, Nox and I did it as one. Someone, we did it separately. At some point, Hailey approached me and with a gentle tap on my shoulder, she drew my attention to her. Without saying a word, she shifted to the side and half turned so I could see our parents standing in a corner, looking our way. My father, large and wide, had his arm wrapped around my mother’s thin and frail body.They looked like the epitome of true love, except they never really extended that love to Hailey and I. They stuck with e
~ Zora I walked away without looking back, heading for the event hall and Nox followed closely behind me but he didn’t say a word. And maybe that’s what I needed right now, presence without the pressure to talk. Suddenly, I felt exhausted but it wasn’t the kind of exhaustion that needed rest. It was the kind that needed isolation from everyone. By now, a majority of our wedding guests had left and the parking lot was almost empty of cars. Although, not everyone came by car, majority had been residents of the lycan territory and some of them were walking home in groups, chatting away. “Zora!” Hailey called, and I halted in my tracks. She jogged towards me, a little out of breath. With a brief eye contact, Nox gave me a firm nod and walked away but I wasn’t completely alone. My guards, which comprised a man and a woman stayed within earshot, they had been with me since the beginning of the event and were so good at shadowing me that I almost forgot they existed. By the time Hailey c
~ ZoraAfter a delightful session with Nox in a candlelit room and a bed covered with rose petals, I woke up cocooned in his embrace. Glancing down, I relished the feeling of his thick veiny arms wrapped around me in a secure hold. His broad chest moved behind me softly as the soft gush of his breath fanned the back of my neck. I struggled to turn around and Nox loosened his hold by a fraction so I could have enough room to wiggle around. Turning to face him, I found his hair mussed around the top of his head, almost reaching his eyes. Just like his embrace, his scent gave me a sense of safety. Very soon, when all of this is over, he will mark me and then our scents will become one and our bond will be stronger than ever. He will truly be mine and I will truly be his. I glanced at his pink lips looking so soft and inviting. A couple of hours ago they had been between my thighs sucking the consciousness out of me. Molten desire sank to my core just at the thought of it. Now, I rais