CHAPTER FORTY-EIGHTAccused 1Leanda’s hands shook as she held Alarick’s face, trying to wake him up. She knew something was wrong but she didn’t know what to do. She looked around the room frantically, searching for a phone or a way to call for help, but she couldn’t find anything.She was confused on what to do, and how do revive him, she knew it was because of what happened to him, he probably changed to his beast form again and that was why he was like that, but Leanda didn’t know how to help him again.She turned back to Alarick, tears welling up in her eyes. “Please wake up,” she whispered, her voice shaking. “I don’t know what to do.”Alarick’s breathing was shallow and labored, and his skin was hot to the touch. Leanda knew she had to act fast. She looked around again, looking for what to use that might help him get back, or what to do. Leanda was so scared, she didn’t want anything to go wrong with Alarick, she didn’t want him to die. She couldn’t imagine it and the more his
CHAPTER FORTY-NINEAccused 2“Everyone, I got a thief,” Bree shouted as she pulled Leanda to the hallway.The maids began to gather round her, all of them giving Leanda the attention she doesn’t want, she just want to be left alone but now she was being accused of stealing.Leanda tried to defend herself, but Bree wouldn't listen. She watched as the other maids and guards gathered around them, some curious, others suspicious. She had never imagined this day in her entire life, she had never taken someone else’s property, she would never do such a despicable thing, but they won’t listen to her."I swear I didn't take it," Leanda cried. "I didn't even see a golden necklace."Bree smirked. "That's what all thieves say."Leanda shook her head, tears streaming down her face, hoping they would believe her and let her go, "Please, you have to believe me. I didn't take anything."“You took my necklace Leanda, you have to say the truth now so that your punishment will reduce a bit,” Bree said
CHAPTER FIFTYI Will Protect YouAlarick held Leanda tightly in his arms, her body shaking with sobs. He couldn't bear to look at her bruises and the wounds on her back and hands, inflicted by the cruel hands of the guards. His heart burned with anger and a fierce protectiveness for Leanda. He was seething, his jaw clenched as he walked towards his chambers.Leanda sniffled as she clung unto Alarick, she felt safe with him, she felt like no harm could come to her again, but she still couldn’t get her mind over the fact that she had already been named a thief in the palace, everyone would now see her as thief.“I…I..I didn’t.. I didn’t steal anything,” Leanda cried, “I didn’t take her necklace, I’m not a thief,” she whimpered.“I know you’re not Leanda,” Alarick answered her, “Just stop talking, you are in so much pain already.”As he walked, he couldn't help but imagine the pain that Leanda had gone through, and it made him furious. His fists tightened around her body, holding her clo
CHAPTER FIFTY-ONEA Night Of Pleasure Alarick's heart beat fast as he kissed Leanda. He had never felt this way before, so protective and possessive of someone. He knew that he would do anything to keep her safe, and he wanted her to know that. As they broke the kiss, Alarick looked at her with a deep intensity in his eyes. He wanted more.And unlike the last time, he asked, “Do you want this?”Leanda nodded immediately, she could no longer hide what she was feeling.“Then, let’s do it.”With that, Alarick took Leanda’s lip again, and this time, his hands trailed around her body.As Alarick’s hands explored her body, Leanda felt her heart racing with desire. She moaned softly as his lips moved down her neck, leaving a trail of hot kisses, on her neck and all over body.Alarick’s touch was like a flame that ignited her body, she felt alive and wanted. She wanted him more than anything, and it was clear that he wanted her too. Their bodies were in perfect harmony, moving together in a
CHAPTER FIFTY-TWOIs This Safe?Leanda opened her eyes one after the other, she rubbed her blurry eyes with the back of her palm and yawned.She gently shifted, feeling the warmth of the morning sun on her skin. As she moved, she realized that her body felt different - more alive, more sensitive. Memories of the previous night came rushing back, and a blush crept up her cheeks. Her cheeks turned red almost immediately.She stretched, feeling the pleasant soreness in her muscles, a reminder of the passion they had shared. Leanda closed her eyes and took a deep breath, taking in the now musky scent of Alarick's skin. she chuckled, she wished she could stay in that soothing and calm position forever.Leanda felt a sense of contentment wash over her, something she had never experienced before. For the first time in a long time, she felt safe, loved, and cherished. As she lay there, listening to the steady rhythm of Alarick's breathing, she knew that she had found a home in his arms.And s
CHAPTER FIFTY-THREEAn Affair With The Alpa KingAs they stepped out of the shower, their bodies glistening with water, Alarick pulled Leanda into his arms again, holding her close as they dried off. Leanda couldn't believe how much she wanted him, how much she needed him. She could no longer deny that fact and she couldn’t push it back either.But even as she basked in the afterglow of their lovemaking, she couldn't help but wonder what would happen next. Would Alarick's beast take over again? Or could their love keep it at bay?Was Alarick just taking her for granted and using her just for his own sexual desires?As Alarick set Leanda down on the bed, he looked around like he was looking for something before he cleared his throat, “You can’t wear this clothe again, it’s torn,” he said to Leanda and headed for the door.Alarick walked to the door and signaled to one of the guards around, “Go to the head maid and get me a new maid uniform,” he ordered and went back into the room, his
CHAPTER FIFTY-FOURThe Confession Alarick stormed into Bree's room without knocking, his eyes ablaze with anger. He looked around the room and saw Bree standing in front of her mirror.Alarick's anger was palpable as he watched Bree walked to him. His face was twisted in fury, his nostrils flaring and his fists clenched tightly. He strode over to Bree, who was standing in front of her mirror, and grabbed her hand, pinning her against the wall. His voice was laced with anger as he demanded to know why she lied about Leanda stealing her jewelry.His eyes blazed with anger as Bree tried to deny the truth, but he could see right through her. His fists shook with rage as he struggled to contain himself. He wanted to hurt Bree, to make her feel the same pain and fear that Leanda felt when she was falsely accused. But he knew that he couldn't do that, no matter how much he wanted to.He punched the wall with all his might, the sound of his knuckles connecting with the hard surface echoing t
CHAPTER FIFTY-FIVEThe Countdown“Forcing her to talk, you shouldn’t have done that,” Leanda murmured, “Now my life is in more danger, she would come after me again,” Leanda sniffled.Alarick shook his head and smiled. He moved closer to Leanda and heldher hand, “She can do whatever she want, but I will be here, I will be here to protect you.”Leanda looked up into his eyes, she could see the sincerity in them, but her fear still remains, “But Bree would do something too.”Alarick closed the gap between them and pulled Leanda close to himself, enveloping her in a protective embrace. Leanda could feel his strong arms around her, and for a moment, she felt safe. "I won't let anything happen to you, Leanda," Alarick said softly, his voice filled with conviction.Leanda looked up at him, and for the first time, she saw the concern in his eyes. "I know you'll try, but Bree is still out there," she said, her voice barely above a whisper.Alarick tightened his hold on her. "I won't let her c