Lucas
-You are a fucking idiot, human!
That he was. Why the hell did he do that and ruined his chances?
This had been a shitty day overall. If he had to admit to himself, it had been a motherfucking hellish of a month.
Constant travels to Draconian prides all over the world because the inexplicable larcenies from the hostiles had taken their toll on him.
Add the fact that his dragon's strength has been waning during combats... He exhaled in a shaky breath.
Abdicate.
Over time, he had considered stepping down from his throne and choose between his commanders to hand over the kingdom.
The twin brothers were a whole lot stable than he could ever be. Without his Argetlam, he was lost.
His brothers flatly vetoed his decision and do not want to hear any of it. They gave him a lecture guaranteed to last him a century.
Apparently, they were right. Fate had found him at last.
There was no need for him to step down. He had found his Argetlam. His heart. His rider.
-And you fucking ruined it, human!
Shit, his dragon was right.
-I know I am. Idiot! I swear there will come a time I will roast you myself!
Having enough of his tantrums, Lucas blocked him. He had been seething in black rage ever since his rider left the private dining room.
From the pointed look of his family around him, each and everyone wanted to wring his neck. Especially the ladies. He let their loud voices washed over him. He deserved it anyway.
Why did he have to goad her?
She has a beautiful name. Anna Marie.
The moment she entered the room, his dragon and he knew she belonged to them.
Everything about her screamed of exquisite beauty. She was a mixture of creamy white and milky brown chocolate. His favorite. Dark brown hair, velvety warm dark amber eyes. Tiny brown freckles on the bridge of her nose, smooth flawless lightly tanned skin.
Those lips. Fuck! It was as red as the cherry on top of her cake. Au natural. No lipgloss nor lipstick. He quaked inside. His body responded and made sensitive from his imagination.
Her height also delighted him. Petite and curvy. The top of her head will barely reach his broad chest. Perfect for him to carry her around when they make love. Or fuck. Or make out.
He was fighting for control when she approached him. Her scent of vanilla and cream filling his senses.
And something else. That was when he totally lost his cool. He smelled different male scents on her.
It was not his place to judge her since they have only met but it riled him.
Thank Ladon, their dragon God, he didn't smell semen on her, or he would have burned this restaurant to the ground. To hell with the Lycan King.
Fuck! He was becoming unreasonable. It shouldn't be important that she had lovers before him, what's important was he would be her last.
His attitude was a disaster of epic proportions.
"Why were you rude to her, brother?" It finally registered the room has grown quiet. His troubled gaze rested on his sister. It's her birthday today. The only reason he was home. Otherwise, he would be all over Egypt, fighting renegades.
The delicious cake had been a treat she wasn't expecting. But then again, he ruined it with his remark.
"She had male scents on her," he confessed gruffly. And the fact that she was not attracted to him at first sight like he was to her. The thought annoyed him.
"Yes, she did. But it doesn't mean she has or had lovers. She works with different types of people. Or she may have male relatives close to her." Athena pointed out then shook her head in disappointment.
With her sensible point came an important question. Which reminded him. How can a human run a supernatural restaurant owned by a Lycan?
He never got the chance to visit his friend's estate --which neighbors his-- since he moved to New York City. And he hasn't formally met the new Lycan Queen.
Alexander and his interactions were limited to battlefields and conference calls these past years. It's time to pay his respect. Soon. And ask him about his human chef.
His Argetlam.
"We have found the queen, eh?" There was a hint of a smile on Platos' face.
"I think we lost her too soon, brother." Hughes quipped. They were all enjoying his discomfort. He scowled darkly.
"Guys, come on. Be serious." Indali whined and patted his hand. "Chef Anna Marie wants to meet me here tomorrow, remember? You can talk to her again, brother." She assured him with a sweet smile.
Pleased his little sister was on his side, he nodded. Yes. He will be here and he won't ruin the chance to redeem himself. Maybe he could bring flowers and one of the queen's jewelry. Yes. He will visit the vault tonight.
"Platos, Hughes find more information about my little chef. I want to know where she lives. Her past. Her family. Everything. I want security detail on her. And keep it quiet. Enemies have ears everywhere." His energy was fully charged tonight, his blood alive with the knowledge that he had found his destiny.
They were both making the necessary arrangements as they speak. Guaranteed to have all the details in a few hours.
His brothers may joke around but they were his seconds in command first and foremost.
When they walked out of the dining room, the place was almost empty. Only a few wolves and vampires were quietly enjoying a glass of port.
With heavy lids, his eyes landed at the entrance, there she was. His dragon queen.
Why was she leaving the premises with a full security detail? Buff men surrounded her in a semi-circle and a wolf opened the door for her with a smile. Which she returned.
He scowled. She should only smile for him. Her face glowed when she does that. It's one of the reasons he was tongue-tied after his rude opinion of her Forest Cake.
His steps tried to reach her in time so he could talk to her but it was no use. Fuck! They move fast and efficiently.
Lucas's little chef has safely boarded the back of a bulletproof SUV. Alone.Her bodyguards on separate cars. They were out of the driveway in a flash. Like they have done this several times.
Who was she?
What made his Argetlam so important to the Lycan King?
"I believe that answers your question brother. Clearly, our dragon queen is a valuable member of the royal pack." Platos thumped his back. Their own vehicles parked on the curb. Waiting for them.
Yes. The male scents came from the proximity of the men protecting her. But that doesn't mean she does not have a boyfriend or a lover somewhere, who he was going to kill the moment he found out.
Anna Marie was his. All his. No one touches her bar him from now on.
"All the details about her should be on my desk at first light." He will also call Alexander to request an audience and coordinate with his security to join hers.
He guessed he wouldn't be sleeping much tonight. There was much to do. He hoped his friend will understand the urgency of the matter.
Tonight, thoughts will be plagued by her one-of-a-kind beauty and her luscious sassy mouth. He needed to have her in his arms. Soon.
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Anna MarieDamn that pompous ass! -Awww, thinking of Mr. Hottie.-Yes, she was. Not because she was attracted to him. -Are you sure, girlie?-Why the hell does her conscience mock her? She should be on her side.And why the hell did she dressed extra sexy today? Pft. Her outfit was perfectly fine, not that provocative at all. Her white skinny jeans and white tube top were perfect on a Saturday. It's the end of summer, so it was humid. Season's heat giving way to the breeze of Autumn."You going out like that, Rie?" Michael asked with raised brows. They were at the breakfast nook, enjoying the feast she prepared for them.As promised, after cozying with the puppy pile on her bed, she got up early and cooked for everyone. Even fed her energetic nephews and niece."Leave the girl alone, baby." Alexie enticed him wit
LucasThis sultry woman before him was Anna Marie Greyson, the Lycan King's sister-in-law. The middle child amongst the three sisters.The eldest was the Lycan Queen, the youngest a Vampire King's beloved and this little chef before him -- she was his Argetlam, his Dragon Queen.If he had visited the royal pack during the mating ceremony, he would have made her his sooner.Circumstances had prevented that from happening. Nothing mattered anymore. Only her.He gritted his teeth, reminded of those hindrances. If the enemies will get ahold of the three sisters...That will not happen. Not to his Queen. Not to anyone of them.His friend Alexander was right. One will do anything for his queen."If you are worried I'll overwork your sister, I won't. She will only be working Tuesdays and Thursdays and part of Fridays. And a maxim
Anna MarieShe loved Saturdays. She goddamn do!It's a prelude to Sundays. Who wouldn't love a rest day?Why the heck was she nervous as hell to the point she recklessly nicked her fingers? Twice. That never happened before. Ever.Ballerinas will envy her in the kitchen if they see her movements when she cooked. She was as graceful as a swan in a lake. Flawless lines and all that shit.But not tonight.This insanely heavy bracelet hidden under her long-sleeved jacket felt like a commitment. To what? How the hell does she know?The idiot didn't bother to explain it to her before he held her hand hostage. -Hostage? Really, Rie?-Shit! There she goes again. Alright. She felt safe in his arms. Happy?Even the forced kiss...well it was not that bad. Not revolting, as she would have imagined. With
LucasThe velocity of his hard body met the wind from his extreme morning run through the dense forest bordering the Lycan Pack from his.And by run. He meant 2700 mph -- one hundred times the speed of the fastest human. No one can compete with the Vampire King though, he can outrun them all. That fucker rivals the speed of light.Lucas had to exorcise this frustration in his body and he had to see his Argetlam. The day won't be complete without getting a glimpse of her. Possibly spend time in her company.Human mates were different. Though they felt the bond and instant attraction. Their instinct was to question it.If Anna Marie was a Were or a supernatural species, they would be romping in bed on a Sunday morning. -I think.-Not so sure about that anymore. She wanted hi
TRIGGER WARNINGPLEASE BE GUIDEDVoices. Those fucking voices. How to get rid of them? He had been hurting people for two years because of those voices.Eerie and creepy. They commanded me. Like a slave, he obeyed. His wolf has weakened and he couldn't feel him anymore.Today had made it worst. He wanted HER. From the moment he saw her, the thoughts of waiting for his fated mate left his mind.The Moon Goddess had not blessed him with the gift. So why bother?Many women had graced his bed but he could never get over his obsession with Anna Marie.Last night...last night it was her he imagined when he fucked the slut."Ahhhhh!" He hurled his plate on the wall. Smashing it to pieces.Now, she was out of his reach. Fuck the Dragon King! Fuck his Lycan King!He didn't care if they kicked him out of the pa
LucasThe sound of the birds chirping at the open terrace and the sweet morning air has slowly woken him up from his very satisfactory slumber.And one more thing. He was happy. Very very happy.Sleepy hazel eyes surveyed the familiar room. All was well and dandy.His dragon beast was content too, almost purring inside his head. Good. He had been a pest for years.-Same to you, human.-You would never let me have the last word, eh?He went quiet. Lucas guessed that answered his own question.Nothing and no one could ever dispel his good mood today.His sexy Argetlam slept soundly in his arms. Steamy air steadily caressed his bare chest, her soft cheek on his firm muscles.God. This should be a permanent occurrence. After last night she would welcome his company moving for
Anna MarieLucas was not beside her when she woke up. He didn't show up to drive her to work either.A twinge of disappointment bloomed in her heart but she knew he couldn't always be by her side. He was a Dragon King for Christ's sake! She was sure his realm needed him more than she does.His note and flower made up for his absence and his masculine musky scent had calmed her.Last night...Goddess. She did it.For the first time, she slept with a man. They didn't do anything, except cuddle and hug but it was satisfying. She had to admit she had doubts at first when she saw his chiseled and perfect body in his drawstring, however, it was all dissolves by how he was gentle with her. Combing her brown hair with his fingers and caressing her back soothingly until she fell asleep.Could they do it again tonight? Maybe in his bed? Nah. Too soon.
LucasDamn shit! He shouldn't have told her. Now, he could see the determination in her velvet eyes."I want to be part of the investigation." His beautiful rider tilted her head up. He admired her courage. He did. However, the answer was NO. He would never put her in danger."No," they didn't know the whole facts and they had no idea who they were dealing with. One thing was for sure though. The suspect was supernatural."She is my friend and employee. I have the right to be there for her family." God! He was too tired to argue in the middle of the night, besides he had missed her.Anna Marie was getting a lot of concessions lately. How to say no?"Okay. But the moment it gets dangerous, I will send you home." Damn! She had him wrapped around her pinky. Her eyes brightened and she nodded. He groaned from the arousal shooting through him in an ins