Sebastian's POVI woke up in the soft moonlight. The room was bathed in a silvery glow. The shadows of trees danced on the walls.In the embrace of my mate, I found the peace I had lost for so long.Snuggled against my mate, I found that elusive peace once more. The events of this night were etched deep into my memory, every detail as bright as the full moon. While others avoided my presence as the moon rose, Charlotte had conquered her fears. She had bravely walked to me, and with her unwavering presence, her embrace was like a lifeline. No longer relying on Olivia's elixirs, no longer suffering from amnesia. When the full moon rose, I stood unharmed, a victory I hadn't known in two years.My eyes fell on the young woman nestled beside me, just coming of age. Bathed in the gentle moonlight, she exuded an almost divine radiance. She, a beauty rivaling the heavens. She was not my curse; she was my redemption.Her chest rose and fell with steady breaths. A serene and calming aura envelo
Sebastian held my hand as we exited the room. I walked with a proud and confident stride. This marked the first time I didn't have to bear the burden of a cursed and tarnished reputation. It was a moment of validation, recognizing me as Alpha King's mate instead of a covertly regarded slave. From now on, I could live and love without shame. What I did last night was a daring gamble, and I knew, I had won.As we entered the grand hall, all the maids present kneeled and bowed before me.My eyes wandered to the second-floor balcony, where Olivia, Gamma Casey, Gamma Thompson, Gamma Evelyn, and Gamma Thomas were stationed at the railings. Each one wore a different expression.Olivia maintained her customary faint smile, concealing her thoughts. Casey's eyes widened, showing a hint of apprehension, while her mate, Thompson, appeared dispirited, his face ashen. Evelyn radiated warmth and greeted me with a wave. Thomas remained unaffected, as though everything had no bearing on him.Sebastian
"Don't do this, it's working hours," I tried to push him away, but he stood firm as a mountain."This is my castle, and I determine your working hours," he chuckled, his left hand wrapping around my waist. Even through the thin layer of fabric, I could feel the heat of his palm.His right hand gently lifted my chin, leaning in. I closed my eyes, ready for our second kiss.Then, a series of knocks shattered the romantic atmosphere.Sebastian and I separated, his brow furrowing with irritation."Who the hell is it?" He muttered."Miss Charlotte, it's me, Casey. I've brought all the ledgers you asked for," Gamma Casey's voice came from outside the door."Alright," I said, opening the door. Casey stood outside, holding a stack of tall ledgers. She glanced up at Sebastian, her eyes wide with shock."Sorry, Alpha King, I didn't know you were here too," she said nervously.Sebastian nodded in her direction, waved her aside, and then left my office.Casey followed his departure with her gaze
"Stop denying!" Casey hastily interrupted Cedric, fearing he might spill the beans and expose her and Thompson. "If you admit your mistake honestly, we'll speak on your behalf in front of Beta Louis. Considering your many years of service to the castle, you won't have to return the money, and this matter won't be made public. We'll announce that you've retired.""Alright, I admit it was my fault. Thank you for interceding on my behalf," Cedric glanced at me and with some difficulty, managed to get those words out. Despite his reluctance, he accepted the blame to save his pockets.I stood behind, silently watching their performance, marveling at their cunning.After Cedric was dismissed, I recommended Elaine to fill the vacancy as the new Internal Affairs Director.In the evening, Sebastian and I had a date by the heart-shaped lake about a hundred meters in front of our castle. The lake got its name from its roughly heart-shaped form. The cool moonlight poured from the sky, illuminatin
He fell into a silence for a moment, as if lost in thought, his mind wandering to other matters."Sebastian, would you do it?" I asked softly, cautiously. He had been silent for a while, and I was afraid I might have touched a nerve.He let out a quiet sigh and shook his head. "I'm afraid I can't. A month ago, I sent someone to the Crescent Tribe to investigate your mother's death discreetly. They found no evidence linking her death to Alpha Morgan."I pulled my hand away from his, took a couple of steps back, and looked at him with teary eyes, choking on my words. "Do you believe me?"His face showed a hint of regret as he responded, "I believe every word you've said. But with only your testimony and no physical evidence, I have no grounds to prosecute him. Alpha Morgan had already cleaned up all the evidence and paid off everyone in the tribe before I sent my people to investigate. Now they're all singing the same tune, claiming your mother died of natural causes and that her body w
The first rays of morning sunshine pulled me from my slumber. I opened my eyes to a sky as clear and blue as it gets, and it put me in a great mood. Sebastian was up way before I was. I crawled out of bed, retracing our steps from yesterday. Sebastian was in the middle of a transformation, his bones cracking like firewood. It took a while, but he finally asked, "Why?""This is a great chance for me to develop my management and coordination skills. I need this opportunity to prove that I'm capable of being Luna Queen," I replied with a reason I'd prepared in advance.He leaned on his chin, deep in thought for a moment, then said, "I agree to your request. But before making any decisions, you'll need to consult with Louis. Don't make any rash moves.""No problem! I promise!" I exclaimed, my excitement clear."Alright, let's head back. I need some rest; I couldn't sleep all night. Those stone beds are too hard and cold. You should go back to your room, take a shower, and change your clot
After hitting the 'send' button, I promptly closed the laptop. Getting up from the couch, I lay down on the bed, attempting to catch some sleep. As I closed my eyes, a rush of emotions—anticipation, nervousness, anxiety—flooded my mind. My heart pounded relentlessly. Revenge plans swirled in my mind, making it impossible to sleep, almost driving me mad.To shift my focus, I got up from the bed. Opening the laptop, I checked my email to find a new message. With trepidation, I clicked on it, only to discover it wasn't Uncle's reply but a work list from Louis. It detailed the list of attendees: 48 Alphas, 7 senior wolves within the castle, and 5 elders in the courtyard, totaling 60. The attachment outlined past dinner menus, revealing at least 20 dishes. With only six chefs, five maids, and five manservants, the manpower was insufficient for a dinner of 60. I needed to recruit five temporary maids.Entering the third-floor office, both Jessica and Irina were present. Jessica had a long f
Charlotte's POVToday, the castle is livelier than usual. The five temporary maids recruited by Eileen have taken their positions. After Giselle's morning training, they have started practicing, exploring every corner of the castle with various tools in hand.I sit in the office, organizing the dinner menu. Later, I will take the finalized menu to Molly for approval. She will estimate the required ingredients based on my menu, and then Eileen will go to nearby farmers to reserve the ingredients.Truffle lobster, Bordeaux beef, cheese lettuce salad, tomato sauce green peas, almond apple pie, cheesecake... I jot down the recipes on paper, occasionally interrupted by the footsteps and chatter from outside the office. I have completed the appetizers, main course, and desserts needed for the dinner. Next, I need to list the wines for the guests. As I finish writing, a knock on the door interrupts me. I pause and invite the unexpected guest in.A maid I have never seen before enters, holdin