THE NEXT MORNINGElora awoke and didn't find Damon in bed. She looked around, rubbing her eyes and wondering where he had gone to.She was about to get down from the bed when the door opened and he entered, holding a tray of food.“You're awake!” He smiled and placed it before her on the bed.Elora was shocked. “Breakfast in bed? Now that's romantic.” She smiled.Damon chuckled. “You need strength because training starts today.”She nodded with a smile and took the fork to eat but he collected it from her.“I'll feed you.” He said and she beamed.As he fed her, Elora couldn't be more grateful to the moon goddess for her help. Her life had started out not quite well, and suddenly everything changed after her rebirth. Damon came into her life, and now he's making her go crazy for him. She loved him so much.When she was done eating, they bath together and headed out to train but two guards ran to meet them. Elora recognized them as the guards she sent to look for Zora and Lucien.“Did y
**Zora's POV**I looked around the room they made ready for us and a smile found its way to my lips. I was finally back to living that luxurious life I've always wanted and also to get my revenge while at it.Melissa is a genius for changing our facial features. Who knew Elora could be fooled this way?Me? Zena? Oh gosh, I love that name.“We actually pulled this off, Zora. I can't believe she fell for it.” Lucien clapped his hands like a baby who just got handed a candy.“Shut up your mouth, you disgusting ingrate!” I snapped at him. “Don't you make that mistake of calling me Zora again. The walls have ears. Be mindful of whatever you say!” He nodded. “I'm sorry. I was just overexcited.”“Keep your over excitement for when we finally get our revenge. No slacking. We have to find a way to earn her trust because I'm sure Damon doesn't trust us one bit, but if we're able to get Elora over to our side, Damon wouldn't be a problem.” I smirked as I thought of a suitable plan.“How are you
**Elora's POV**“You can do better, come on, hit me.” Damon said as I tried to punch him. I was struggling to land a blow on him, but he kept dodging my strikes like they were nothing. He seemed to be able to predict my every move, and he kept countering my attacks without even breaking a sweat. I was annoyed because I knew I was putting in a lot of effort but he literally countered every move I made.It was both frustrating and tiring at the same time. I was determined to land a hit on him, but it seemed impossible.“You're not giving it your all. Come on, I know you can do better than this.” He urged me, but I could sense teasing in his tone.I gritted my teeth and stilled myself, determined to show him what I was capable of. I gathered all my strength and went in for another attack, this time putting all my energy into it. My fist flew through the air with lightning speed, and for a moment I thought I had caught him off guard, but to my surprise, he caught my fist in his hand and
**Damon's POV**“I see this is how you want to live your life, Damon.” Father said the moment I stepped into the house and saw him seated on the couch.“What are you talking about?” I asked him and he stood up, walking to where I stood with his hands tucked into his pockets.He stopped in front of me and looked into my eyes. “This isn't the son I raised.”“Father, you're confusing me.” I sighed and ruffled my hair.“How could you leave your own house and go stay with a woman?” He asked.“She's my mate.”“Shut the fuck up about this mate shit! Do you think I'm happy seeing my only son abandon his home and starts leaving in the palace with a lady?” He asked.“Elora is not just any body. She's my mate and I love her. I can do anything for her. It's not wrong if I start staying in the palace. I'm her beta after all and betas often have special rooms assigned to them in the palace. What's wrong if I decide to stay there?” I asked him and he shook his head.“You're supposed the be working i
**Author's POV**“Is the work done?” He asked Elder Brent, who left the palace the minute Damon went to have a word with the guards and came to Beta Dexter.“Yes, I took care of her.” He answered.“Good. Now over to my next plan,” He chuckled. “Where is the horse I asked for?” He frowned.Elder Brent sighed. “I came with it but it wasn't easy getting it from the tenders at the stable. They didn't give me the Royal horses but the ones the elders usually use whenever they're following the Alpha or Luna to another pack for a peace treaty.” He answered.He knew how much he suffered to convince them into giving him the horse. He thanked goodness that happened before the death of Gina, and no accusing fingers would he pointed to him, though he was still scared of Damon. But he knew that without evidence, Damon can do nothing against him.“The Royal horses are stronger but this one you've brought is manageable.” Dexter said as he started packing some clothes into a bag.“Where are you going?
**Zora's POV**“Where should I take you two first?” Elora asked as we stepped out of the house.I placed my hands on my waist and looked around, wondering where I'd tell her to take us to first.“Luca, do you have any suggestions?” I asked Lucien, who started massaging his temple.“We're okay with wherever you start from first, Luna.” He answered and I nodded in agreement.She smiled at us and looked around. “Alright. Let's start with the market then,” She said and I internally facepalmed.When she looked my way, I hid the disgust in my face and beamed at her. She led us to the market and showed us around. I've seen this place a dozen times and it's quite disheartening that I'm here… again and not like Zora, who bullies the market women, or the ones that take fish without paying. I missed my old life and I can't wait to get it back and this time around in an advanced manner.“Umm… are everybody in the pack traders because it looks like half of the pack members are here.” I said to her
*WARNING ⚠️ SEX SCENE***Zora's POV**She took us back to the palace and we stopped at the door to I and Lucien's room.“Thanks for today, Luna. I really had fun.” I hugged her.She hugged me back. “It's my pleasure. You two can go take a shower. It's almost time for dinner.” She patted my back and walked away.When we entered the room, I locked the door and hugged Lucien. “I'm so proud of you, Lucien. You did a very good job today.” I whispered and he chuckled.“I'm sick of showing her respect, so the least I can do is to be serious with this mission.” He replied and I nodded.“I was able to inject the poison into her ice cream. It's not going to take effect immediately. It'll gradually destroy her.” I smirked.“Yes, but I'm worried about something,” He said and I pulled away from the hug, staring at him. “How're we going to administer the rest of the poison?” “You do not need to worry about that. Trust me, I'll take care of it.” I smirked.“I trust you. Why don't we celebrate this
**Author's POV**“What do you want us to talk about?” Zora asked and Damon sighed.“I just want to talk to you two. I can see you're less busy, so why don't we discuss before you go for dinner?” He inquired.Zora exchanged looks with Lucien. She put on a brave front, so he wouldn't notice her uneasiness. Within her, she wondered if Damon had found out something about her and Lucien. If he has, then there was trouble… big trouble.The least she could do now is not give herself away because he would obviously attempt to intimidate them.She sighed and nodded. Damon tried to search for any sign of fears in her eyes, at least that would give him a guarantee that they had nothing to hide but that's obviously not working. She seemed bold, like she knew what he had in mind for them.He gestured for them to follow him and they did as he led them to the sitting room. He made them sit on the chair and the first question he threw at them almost threw them off balance.“Have you guys heard of Zor