Karica’s POVThe previous night was the best night of my life. Xynathius didn't let me go even for a second as he and Zilver made love to us, multiple times must I add. He tried to be gentle but that was not his forte and I could sense it. We changed the sheets and washed the ones we had removed. Xynathius didn't want anyone to see the blood stains. For him, it was meant for his eyes only. Later he bathed me and put me to bed. I was sleeping in his arms rather peacefully until I saw someone with piercing green eyes and flaming red hair, haunting my dream. “Karica! You are mine,” he taunted with a hideous laugh and lunged at me. I woke up with a scream and Xyn roused beside me with a jerk. “What's wrong?” he pulled me to himself until I rested against him and tried to control my frantic heartbeats. “Just a nightmare,” I told him in a tremulous voice. “I got you,” his supple lips brushed against my temple and I instantly calmed. They traced alongside my jawline further easing out
Xynathius’s POVThe whole pack had gathered in the training ground to witness the Luna Ceremony. After that, the real culprit behind the poison fiasco was to be brought out and punished. Adorning my white fur coat and leaving the buttons open I took Karica’s hand and led her downstairs. She was tense, I could sense it. Although my kiss eased her a bit, she was facing the very people who had doomed and punished her unfairly. I wouldn't even be surprised if she chose to punish them. “You good,” I squeezed her hand and she generously smiled at me. “Yes, just a tad nervous,” she answered, her eyes still holding this unknown fear. The traumatic events must still be flashing in her mind. We stepped outside and the whole ground had transformed into a Winterland. Soft snow blanketed the entirety of it. Our feet sunk in as we walked through and reached the raised platform that had been placed for the ceremony. The snow was still falling and the howling wind was bone-chilling. I didn't mi
Karica’s POVThis had to be one of the best days of my life. He finally owned me, who would have thought? After that disastrous first meeting. Xynathius finally let me go, his passionate kiss revealed the deep love he held for me. Raising my hand he presented me to his people, my people now.“I present to you, your future Luna.”Some craned their necks to have a better angle as everyone wanted to have a glimpse of their Luna. Not all of the faces had appreciative looks. I could sense some hostility as well, maybe they didn't think a werewolf was a good match for their lycan alpha. The notion that I was the real culprit behind the poisoning could be rampant in their brains as well. It wasn't unheard of when someone else was blamed for the crimes of a high society member. Aegir and Kamryn still had their heads lowered, too ashamed they wouldn't even glance in my direction. There was this rage inside of me against Gamma Aegir, but I knew he only wanted to protect his Alpha and the woma
Xynathius’s POVXui Lin was brought out, bound in chains dragged along by two of my warriors. The pack members sneered and jeered at her but she only stared back at them with mischief in her eyes. I made the announcement yesterday when Aegir and Kamryn were punished that tomorrow we will behead the traitor. The tension in the air was like a heavy veil, needing to be lifted by my command. My eyes scrutinized her every move and I could sense Karica’s disgust through the bond. Xui had broken her trust and hurt her the most. It was only fair that Karica wanted her dead and chose a befitting punishment for her by giving the task to Aegir. I was proud of how she had handled the sentencing. “Bind her with the post,” I sternly ordered and Xui Lin lifted her head, maliciously staring at our mate and then she toothlessly grinned. “She belongs to our Lord, you can't change the destiny, you can't change the prophecy, you can't change what's written in the stars,” she began rambling loudly.
Karica’s POVThe world had come to a halt when that vampire materialised out of those hideous bats and locked his eyes with me. Dead. His eyes were so dead and lifeless. The vacant green stared directly into my soul and yet I couldn't look away. I had been entranced and spellbound by him. A cold shiver ran down my back as if a centipede was crawling on it. Uneasiness mingled with this attraction that gave birth to this fleeting desperation the more I gawked at him. Those flaming red hair and malicious evil grin screamed of danger and yet I felt attracted to him. There was this sense of knowing as if I had seen him before. Yes. He was the same man from my nightmares. He had scared me and yet I wanted to approach him. What was wrong with me?Laila was fighting for control, she wanted to take over seeing I was a lost cause. All around me, the surroundings were filled with screams and howls, the air reeked of blood. But all I could think of was that vampire who was teasing Xynayhius
Xynathius’s POVMy words had left Karica speechless, her gaze was fixed on me as if I had grown extra horns. I knew this was all very disturbing for her. She seemed to have led a very protected life regarding vampires. I would have to train her, especially on how to avoid their compulsion technique. “There has to be a mistake, I can't be his mate. He is fixated on the wrong girl. Nowhere does the prophecy say it will be me. It can be anyone,” she frustratedly answered and I reached out to her. Picking her up I hauled her into my lap. She snuggled close to me, her arms tightly wrapped around my neck. “The prophecy is incomplete so we don't know. And whatever it is, I will always protect you. No asshole is taking you away from me or laying their hands on you,” her body instantly relaxed in my arms but she kept hugging me. “I know but this is just too much information. We just found our way to each other. All I want is to have some quality time together and peace, not all this chaos.
Xynathius’s POVKing’s private chamber was a special room constructed so people could speak freely with the Lycan King and discuss their issues and agendas. It was a place where the Council had no authority. I took Karica along and headed over to the place. Her eyes darted here and there and I knew she was taking in the dull architecture of this place. A sadist seemed to have built it, grey was such a life-sucking colour. “Disappointing and dull, right?” I joked and she bit her lip to avoid chuckling. “Yeah, very. Seems like a penitentiary,” and I laughed. We had reached the wooden ebony doors of his chamber. Two sharp guards standing outside quickly threw them open for us and said with a slight bow.“King is expecting you, Alpha Xynathius.”We entered and found Thadieus and Shaline in deep conversation. They stopped as soon as they saw us and Shaline rushed to my side, engulfing me in a tight hug. “I am so sorry for everything. We just got back from the conference. How are you fe
Karica’s POVXyni’s words created an uproar and the Head Councilman was furious beyond words. Angry shouts and murmurs rose among the council members as Xynathius watched them with a smug face. I tightly closed my lips because I knew he was about to stir a lot of trouble. “How dare you put forward something so preposterous? Mistakes are continually made at trials doesn't mean you get the authority to challenge us. With the vampire threat looming on our heads, it's time to stand together and not fall apart,” Borgia groused. “That continual need to end. There are better people to take this position. People who won't be biased and judgmental. And while we are at it, I want that executioner dead whom you used to whip my mate and who laid his slimy hands on her hair,” Xynathius threw another bombshell at them and I could see the disbelief on their faces. “He was following orders,” the stern-looking councilwoman with silver hair spoke up this time. “I don't care. If you won't do it I wi