Kieran’s POV I swallowed a huge lump that was lodged at the base of my throat. I had done that thrice in the last minute now, and still nothing had changed. I wanted to ask for another glass of water, but decided against it. What kind of person asked for over five glasses of water in the past ten minutes? Me. I was that person. Beads of sweat lined my forehead, and a few droplets slipped down and got into my eye. With a huff, I swiped at my forehead with the sleeve of my shirt. The room was cool with the AC set to the highest degree, but even at that, I was sweating, and not just on my face. Even my palms weren't spared of the sticky assault. In case it wasn't already obvious by now, I was anxious. Overly anxious about what was going to happen in the next couple of minutes. My gaze darted to the lady in front of me. It was Sabrina, but as I ran my fingers loosely through the braids I'd just finished and watched her through the mirror, she looked different, and it was definitel
Kieran's POVThe walk home was one I clearly needed and I took my time with it.I finished up my shift at the salon and was currently on my way home. I was actually excited, completely overjoyed, even more obviously, judging by the rush of so many emotions raging inside me all at once. I sighed, just before tilting my gaze upward. It was evening already, and in about an hour or less, it would be totally dark. Not that I minded though. No matter what happened, I could easily find my way home. After I'd passed my test, Sabrina had waited a couple of minutes before saying she was leaving. Truthfully, she had no business in the salon with me and Mrs Eliza. She had done her part by taking me there and I had done my part by proving myself worthy. Sabrina had offered to send a couple of guards to come pick me up, but I declined. The salon wasn't too far from the mansion, and I wanted an opportunity to enjoy the evening. After she'd left, Mrs Eliza and I got to work immediately. I'd origina
Kieran's POVI stood rooted to my spot, hoping he would just go away. It was silly, but anything would do at this point. I had specifically found Sabrina, just so I wouldn't have to bump into him, and yet, look at what had happened. “What's going on here?” His voice had echoed all around the living room. The deep baritone of his voice was more than enough to cut through my explanation. “Sabrina? Kieran?”Time seemed to slow to a halt as I refused to acknowledge his presence. In my mind, I was in my world, with his voice nothing but a distant distraction. But even with all of my imagination, it still wasn't enough. I was really aware of the man behind me and every part of my body felt it. A couple of inches was the only thing separating us both, but I could still feel him all around me.His signature scent wafted through my nostrils and I found myself taking him all in, even against my wishes. Like I hadn't gone through enough, he just had to call out to me, and even that did wonders
Kieran's POV “Wait, what?!” Xander exclaimed and I rolled my eyes.“What the hell are you talking about?” he asked and I almost groaned out loud. Of course he would deny it. What else was I expecting? I have had zero experience with men. The only man I've known my whole life was Lucas. If not because I met someone like Carlos, Lucas' beta, I would have no reason to believe men weren't all the same. It made me give Xander a chance and it was worth it but now, I wasn't sure what to think anymore. I hated generalizing or being stereotypical, but at that moment, I couldn't think of anything else other than my betrayed heart. Perhaps I just expected too much. I wouldn't say I knew a lot about Xander, but with the little I knew, I thought I knew him to a fair extent. Turns out I didn't know him all too well. I felt like I had foolishly deceived myself into believing that he was different, and all it took was a sunset picnic and a couple of stolen kisses here and there in the palace.
Kieran's POVThe sound of footsteps scurrying past my door roused me awake as my eyes flew open. The noise had been so loud, I had even heard it in my sleep. I could have sworn a stampede was going on somewhere around. Even while I slept, I knew the last thing I wanted was to get trampled upon, whether in a dream world or real life. A small groan slid past my lips as I rubbed at my eyes. After my blurry eyes had cleared a bit, I raised my eyes to the clock high up on the wall. A small gasp slid past my lips when I realized what the time was. “Half past noon?” I mumbled. How the hell did time fly by so quickly? “Exactly how long was I asleep for?”Honestly, I had no idea. All I remember was crashing into bed and waking up now that I did. I didn't expect to sleep for this long. Another groan slid past my lips as I got up to stretch. I wondered why Sabrina hadn't come up to wake me. She usually did that anytime I overslept. Or maybe she did. I dashed into my bathroom and took a bath.
Xander's POVI sucked in a deep breath, before exhaling again. One would think that I was exaggerating, but with what was coming, you would know that I needed all the peace and quiet I could get, before the storm started. And by the storm, it was nothing short of a nickname for the woman who meant the world to me; my mother.“Xander dear, won't you welcome me?” her voice rang out into the living room. Honestly, I didn't need to hear her voice to know it was her. I'd been expecting her for the past hour or two, that was why I headed down into the living room in the first place. Even after mentally preparing myself for her arrival days before, it still did nothing to help. I cursed under my breath. I loved my mother but she was the most dramatic person I knew. “Xander!” She exclaimed loudly, pulling me out of my thoughts. “Did you not hear me?”“Mother.” I grinned, finally deciding to meet with her gaze. As expected she had a small frown on her face, but that did nothing to hide the
My heart pounded in my chest as I sprinted through the chaotic village. Smoke filled the air, and the sounds of destruction echoed all around me. The screams of my fellow villagers pierced through the night, their cries for help haunting my every step. Fear gripped me, threatening to consume me whole. I could not believe it. My parents were dead. I had barely had time to process it. I ran with all my might, desperate to escape this nightmare. But just as hope began to flicker in my heart, a strong grip closed around my arm. I turned to face the menacing faces of Lucas' men, their eyes filled with a twisted sense of power."Gotcha," one of them sneered, tightening his hold on my arm. I struggled, but their grip was unyielding. They dragged me through the wreckage, towards the heart of darkness itself, Alpha Lucas.As we approached Lucas, his piercing gaze met mine. The Alpha exuded an aura of dominance, his presence commanding and intimidating. I could see the bloodlust in his eyes, t
It's been four years. Four years of constant torture and sexual abuse. By now, I was already used to it and nothing could really surprise me anymore. There is absolutely no way for me out of this world of torture. I'm stuck and even though a part of me still hurts, I'm mostly numb. It was my twentieth birthday yet I was still going through this hell.I stood right in front of Alpha Lucas' room and I stalled. I knew what awaited me and I knew there was no escaping it yet I stalled. I finally knocked on his door and I heard his voice, urging me to come in. I took a calming breath and turned the knob before stepping inside. I curtsied. "Your Maje-" the words hung halfway in my throat as my eyes met his and my heart beat quickened.I felt tingles run down my spine as he turned around and looked at me, his face mirroring the same shock mine did. I gasped unwillingly as we both whispered. "Mate" we said, uncontrollably. No, no, no. Of all people in the world, not him. I couldn't mo