Catherine pov. "I was taken aback by where I found myself as he drew away. 'Did he just kiss me?'" I thought, my heart racing.Looking up at him, I noticed his smile and saw a glimpse of Lux in his expression."Sorry," I said, pulling away and regretting the sudden intimacy."Don't worry, I like it," he replied, his gaze intense.I turned away, feeling confused and uncertain. "I have to get going; Alpha will be waiting for me," I said, hurrying off without waiting for his response.As I walked back into the castle, I noticed the sweet aroma of roses in the air, and the sound of birds chirping outside. I ran to my room, feeling my heart still beating fast inside of me."Wait, what was that?" I questioned myself, placing my hand on my chest.Lying down on my bed, I replayed the kiss in my mind, trying to make sense of it all. "What's the matter with me?" I wondered aloud, feeling a mix of emotions.Feeling overwhelmed, I unlocked the door, I felt as though I was unlocking the secrets of
Catherine pov. The next day, I still wasn't feeling well about my upcoming birthday. I was perplexed and didn't know what to do. I didn't even bother going to see Lucas. Instead, I just sat on my bed, staring out the window, watching as they brought decorations for my birthday.A knock on the door soon interrupted my thoughts, and I got up and opened it. A servant was standing there, bowing and handing me a letter. I smiled as I walked back to my bed, sat down, and opened the letter to read what was written on it. It was sent by Lux, and I was curious why he felt the need to write to me."Greetings, Catherine," it read. "I understand that sending you this message may be unexpected. I know you're still mad at me for everything I've put you through, but Cat, your son needs you. Can you come by even if it's just to say hello? I'll be waiting. I hope you don't despise me too much."After reading it, I threw the letter away and covered my face with my hands. "How should I continue?" I was
Catherine pov. I found myself standing alone in a deserted area, with no one around. I was terrified as I yelled everyone's names, but received no response. My eyes scanned the barren landscape, searching for any sign of life. The air was thick with the stench of decay, and my nostrils were assaulted by the acrid odor. The only sound I could hear was the pounding of my heart, which seemed to be racing faster with each passing second. My body was frozen inside, rooted to the spot."Catherine," I heard my name, and I turned around to see Lux and my son in his hands staring at me. My eyes widened as I took in the sight of them. Lux's face was etched with sadness, and my son's eyes were filled with confusion. The touch of fear gripped me, and I wondered what had happened to them."How come Catherine?" His tone was so sad that I couldn't understand what he meant. I struggled to find the words to answer him."Lux!" I yelled as I ran to meet him, but he was too far away. My feet pounded the
Catherine pov. "Lora, Lora!" I heard my name called, and there was a loud bang on the door.I opened my eyes to the sight of a bright morning. Sunlight filtered in through the window, casting shadows on the floor. I looked around, but there was no sign of Lucas."Did he get away?" I wondered to myself.As I walked over to the door and opened it, the smell of fresh coffee wafted into my nostrils. I noticed Phillip standing there, smiling at me."Good morning, Lora," he said as he walked in. "The Alpha wants you to be at your best today, so put on your best outfit for tonight. But, for the most part, come down so you can eat breakfast."I nodded as I stared at him, trying to remember everything he said."Wow, thank you, Phillip, that was a really nice speech," I said, with a touch of sarcasm.He walked away with a smile but said nothing. I had the impression that something was wrong with him. His smile was like a mask that he used to hide his true emotions.Even though I wasn't the real
Catherine pov. Just being around Lucas makes me laugh. He is a great dancer as well as a funny guy. After a lot of his jokes and sweet talk, I felt like this day would last forever."So, whatever happens tonight, I hope you're prepared?" Lucas said, looking at me.I looked back at him, taking in his appearance. His bright blue eyes sparkled mischievously in the dim light of the room, and his messy blonde hair fell over his forehead. I could smell his cologne, a mixture of sandalwood and citrus. His voice was smooth and comforting, like warm honey."Lucas, you should know that when someone feels nervous, they tend to act stupid." I said, feeling my nerves creeping up.He moved closer to me, taking my hands in his. I could feel the warmth of his skin, and it made me feel safe."As I previously stated, princess, you do not need to be concerned because I will take care of everything." Lucas said, looking into my eyes. "Make this the most memorable day of your life."I smiled, feeling a wa
Catherine pov. It had been a month since my birthday, and Lucas and I had grown closer. I observed how he told funny jokes just to make me laugh, and how he told everyone that he was my mate - which was still the plan. As I walked over to my mirror, I examined myself, closing my eyes and noticing my completely dry lips. Despite being sick for a week, I couldn't figure out what was wrong. Sitting down on my bed, I placed my hands on my stomach. Suddenly, a tap on my window drew my attention, and I stood up and walked over to it.As I opened the window, a fresh scent of pine needles and earthy forest wafted into my room, and I couldn't help but smile. Looking out, I could see the vibrant green leaves of trees rustling in the gentle breeze, and birds singing a symphony. The warmth of the sun felt comforting on my skin as I felt the soft breeze blow my hair."Come on, princess," Lucas whispered, his voice soft like the rustling of leaves. "Let's go into the woods."As I caught sight of Lu
Catherine pov."What did I do?" I cried, into the room I was assigned, as I locked the door, not wanting anyone to bother me. The room was dimly lit, and the faint smell of stale air hung in the atmosphere. I could see the outlines of furniture scattered haphazardly around the room.I was dissatisfied with the sin I had just committed; was I really pregnant again? The thought of it made my stomach turn, and I felt sick. The room started to spin, and I fell onto the bed. It was soft to the touch, and I buried my face into the pillow, trying to calm down."I should be regretting my first child, but look at me; I'm pregnant for someone I don't fully understand." The words escaped my lips, barely above a whisper. It felt like a weight was crushing down on my chest, making it hard to breathe.As Lucas kept calling my name, I could hear a knock on the door. I didn't want them to see my face because I was embarrassed to come out. The knocking grew louder and more insistent, matching the pound
Catherine pov. I open my eyes, and the world spins around me. I squint, trying to make out my surroundings, but it's pitch black. The air is stale, and a musty odor lingers in my nostrils.I try to scream, but the cloth muffles my voice, and my body tenses up as I realize that I'm chained up. I struggle, my heart racing as I make a "hmm" sound.Footsteps approach, and my gaze shifts towards the sound. A figure emerges, and I stare in shock. It's Lucas."Poor you. If you'd just behaved, this wouldn't have happened," he says, grinning maliciously. His words confuse me, and I wonder if he's responsible for my captivity.He reaches towards me, and I recoil, feeling his rough hands on my face. "How dare you try to murder my child?" he shouts, and his eyes turn green. His voice is cold and sends shivers down my spine.He reminds me of Lux, and I can't help but cry. I close my eyes as the tears fall down my face. "Hey, Mate, don't cry," he says, his tone mocking."Don't touch me," I plead, b