Kevin's POV I was ready. My body charged and brimmed with excitement. There were two things that got me excited asides sex: war. I was ready to fight. We found some Rogues at a factory and were on a quest to kill. I would rather die fighting them all than let them be. If only Ella was here, making love to a mate after victory in war is the best feeling ever. I rolled my eyes at Eric's words. He didn't have to remind me of how Ella had rejected and humiliated me in the presence of the Blue River pack. I still cringed when I remembered that memory. Liam and I led the Blood Moon pack's men to attack the Rogues stationed at the factory. They weren't expecting us and I smiled at the look on their faces. That was exactly the way I liked it. "Surprise!" I laughed, staring at Kenneth. He looked rattled but it was only for a moment. He quickly regained his composure and scoffed, acting the tyrant that he was. "You might have caught us by surprise but that didn't mean that we won't defe
Ella's POV I settled into life in the castle as a maid quickly. I needed to pretend like I've been tamed if I wanted to escape from here. I thought well and decided that it wouldn't help me if I caused trouble. I wanted them all to trust me so they wouldn't suspect that I was planning to escape. By the time they figure out what I was up to, I would be long gone. Moreover, I didn't want to be beaten. I had heard a lot about what was done to slaves who caused troubles for the count. I shuddered in distaste and shook my head. As if having multiple tedious rules wasn't bad enough. "Put your muscles into dough." The chef snapped at me. I swiped away the sweat on my forehead as I worked on the dough. I was going to endure it all till I found a way to escape. I sighed as we finished making breakfast and sagged against the sink in the kitchen. At that moment, I wanted nothing more than to have a bath and get some sleep. "You can go, slave." I nodded at the chef and moved to my bedroom
Ella's POV The beauty of the angel shocked me. Despite the scars on her body—which I was curious to know how she had gotten—she still looked ravishing. I felt pity for her and moved forward. "Good evening." I smiled as I greeted her. She hissed and turned away from me. I wasn't surprised and didn't blame her. If I was locked up in a land that wasn't home, I would also hate everyone. I wasn't going to give up on her though. I had a task and this tray with me had to go back with the contents eaten. Even it wasn't because of an assignment, I wasn't going to leave the angel until I was sure that she had eaten. I smiled, shifting closer to the gate barring her. "My name is Ella. I'm just like you so you don't have to be harsh. You don't have to hate me. We both miss home." "I'm a werewolf, captured and brought here like you are. I also don't belong here. Think we can form a bond?" I glanced at her but she didn't budge. She was determined to pretend like I didn't exist. I didn't mi
Ella's POV The count wasn't around. He was on a business trip to where I didn't know and didn't care. All I cared about was that it was free time for everyone. The staff and slaves in the mansion could rest as there was no one to tend to and fawn over. I wished the count would go on business trips everytime but I wouldn't delude myself to think that wishes always came through. The house was silent and had less of the bustling activities it used to have. It seemed like everyone had gone to bed for an afternoon rest and I couldn't blame them. They all needed the rest, everyone except the butler. He scowled as he walked around the house, his expression bitter. He must be missing snapping at others to work harder or faster. I wasn't surprised as I knew already that he got high from lording himself over others which he couldn't do now that the count wasn't around. He seemed like a dog on a leash who was waiting for his master to bark orders at him so he could bark at others. I decide
Ella's POVTwo days later, my rash was finally gone. I was sad to see the count come back home this morning but I didn't think he would want to see me so soon after what happened the last time.I was wrong.The butler knocked on my bedroom door an hour after the count got back, pushing his face into my room a minute after he knocked.I jumped on the bed and gasped, surprised to see him."What are you doing?" I snapped at him without thinking. "I haven't told you to come inside.""Why?" He smirked. "Because you could be naked?""Yes." I rolled my at him, staring at him like he was stupid for not knowing that.He chuckled. "I've seen you naked, slave. Have you forgotten so soon that I dressed you up for the count the other day?"I blushed and he chuckled at my expression. He didn't have to remind me of that embarrassing moment."What do you want? Why are you here?""The count wants to see you." He said, his eyes shining with glee.He was a sick bastard. He loved it more than the count w
Ella's POVKevin and I continued dancing. It felt like a dream but I knew he was real. It was real and I didn't have much control. Here in this world that I was, I wasn't in charge. The count was.He could come back at any time and I needed to talk to Kevin. I needed answers."Kevin,"I winced as those dancing next to us glanced at me. I smiled at them in an apology, wondering why my voice was loud when I had been trying to whisper. It must be the excitement at seeing my mate.I was glad that the lights were still dim or the others would have picked the emotions on my face. I was sure that what I was feeling at the moment was obvious. I hoped that Kevin couldn't see my face clearly as well.It was enough that I was in his arms. I didn't need him to see how much I was happy to see him. I didn't want to show that much vulnerability to him."You aren't going to tell me why you are here, are you?" I whispered.I was relieved that my voice was low and didn't go across the room like earlier
Ella's POV"A rogue."His eyes widened at my words and his hands clenched into hard fists. He seemed ready to kill and I wished the rogue who did to me was right here with us. I would like to have my revenge on the bastard as well."Those blasted rogues again. I should have killed them all when I had the chance." He growled.His eyes was starting to get red again and I was afraid of him flipping out. I leaned closer and embraced him, pulling him into an embrace."Relax, Kevin. I'm alright.""No, you are not." He hissed. "You are scarred, with an humiliating tag at that. I will kill that bastard who did this to you.""I will heal when I have the mark removed.""I will get it removed.""I don't think it's easy to get it removed. I've been trying to do that since I got here. I've used almost all the herbs and flowers I knew and could get my hands on since I got here.""I will find a way to get that mark of your skin. Trust me."I nodded. I trusted him. His presence made me feel better th
Ella's POVKevin pushed me behind him, shielding me from the count. He went straight to the stance he used for war and his aura felt threatening. I didn't have to see his eyes to know his gaze would be intense as well.I wondered how the count wasn't intimidated already. I held onto the his arm, not because I was scared and needed him to protect me from the count but for his own sake.He was alone here and I didn't want him to lose control. I doubted the count was alone and Kevin was going to be in danger if he made a move towards the count.I wouldn't let him lose control and get himself lynched."You have to breathe, Kevin. Stay calm. Okay?" I whispered behind him.I could tell that he was listening and I blew out a breath, feeling my heart relax with relief. He wasn't going to do anything stupid."Don't do anything rash, Kevin." I reminded him. "Stay calm, please."He glared dangerously at the count, his voice a feral growl when he spoke. "I'm afraid I can't let her go. She is my w