LARA
Alpha Magnus' announcement totally put me in a bad mood. It was obvious that he wasn't really attracted to me. It was just his male ego that pushed him to pursue the wedding, without even considering my feelings.
Conceited! Too confident in himself that all women were attracted to him! Damn, I hate him! I muttered to myself as I made my way towards the forest. Alpha Callum was supposed to accompany me, but I insisted on being alone. Suddenly, I heard the menacing growls of the dire wolves which I believed were the rogues. The moon was still at its peak, so these rogues roamed the forest, searching for prey. All of a sudden, three rogues in their human forms, appeared before my sight and I was trapped. Their faces were not familiar, so I was certain they were new members of the rogue community. "What does a beautiful lady do in this place?" they asked, showing a silly smile as they drew nearer to me. "Don't come near me, or you will regret it," I said while preparing for my self-defense. They just chuckled loudly, without a hint of fear. "Oh, really? Do you think you are more powerful than us? You are just a beta of your pack but we are hybrid wolves. So it's better if you don't resist anymore and just surrender yourself to us.""I am Alpha Magnus' destined Luna, so don't dare hurt me or you will die!" I shrieked, although deep inside I was trembling.
The men just laughed sarcastically and just as they were about to grab me, Alpha Magnus came to my rescue and let out a piercing howl, causing the rogues to be frightened.
"Let go of her! She is my Luna and she belongs to me. Lay a finger on her and I will kill all of you." Alpha Magnus' voice carried authority as he emitted a harsh, growling tone. "Alpha Magnus?" they all exclaimed together as they stepped back. I saw fear reflected in their faces. Who wouldn't be afraid of such a strong and powerful Alpha in the entire town of Tribiano?"For now, you win Alpha Magnus, but wait until Rider Storm and you, cross paths again." They said before they vanished from our sight.
I couldn't help but think about Rider. Of course, I knew him. He was an Alpha of the Yellow Stone Pack, but since he and his companions violated the rules stated in the Wolf Code, they were cast out of the pack and labeled as rogues.
"Are you okay?" Alpha Magnus asked, causing my heart to skip a bit as his gaze fixed on me. I quickly looked away and took a few steps back from him.
"I'm fine, thank you," I responded nonchalantly, attempting to hide the tingling sensation stirring within me.
"Next time, make sure you have someone to accompany you. Rogues and vampires are just around the corner." He spoke behind my back.
Without a word, I headed back to the villa with Magnus following me behind.
"Oh Magnus, here you are. I've been looking for you," Savana's irritating voice reached my ears. She looked at me with a frown and then shifted her eyes to Magnus. "Don't tell me, you started to like her?"
"Nonsense." Alpha Magnus scoffed.
I frowned at Savana's words, expressing my displeasure with what she had said. I gave her a wry smile as I entered the villa's doorway.
I proceeded to the banquet hall and looked for Alpha Callum but couldn't find him. Maybe he was just somewhere, enjoying himself with a woman. I sat at a table while observing others still enjoying the celebration. After a while, my eyes caught Alpha Magnus and Savana entering the hall, linked arm in arm. Feeling irritated, I went over to the group of Gamma males and joined their table, engaging in drinking with them.
"Lara, Alpha Magnus might get angry with us," said a Gamma. "We don't want to have troubles with him."
"Why would he get angry? Even if he's my mate, he still doesn't have the right to stop me from doing what I want. I don't even interfere with him," I replied as I sipped wine from a glass. One glass led to another until I became slightly drunk.
The four Gammas gazed at me with evident desire, but they were a little hesitant, likely due to Magnus' announcement earlier. However, when I invited them to dance, they couldn't resist and joined me on the dance floor.
I enjoyed dancing to the beat of music, while my hands were up in the air. I screamed and chuckled loudly while my companions were becoming a little touchy with me. I didn't mind as long as I was having fun. However, when everyone heard a loud and intimidating growl from Alpha Magnus, they quickly moved aside and let him pass through the middle. He came towards me with a frown, tight lips, and a clenched jaw.
"That's enough!" he said as he carried me in his arms. I could sense the rapid beating of his heart as he walked on. Eventhough my eyes were closed, I was aware we crossed a threshold and I was certain it was his room.
"Who told you that you are allowed to flirt with men when you knew that you are my mate?" Magnus angrily shouted at me before roughly pushing me onto the bed. It jolted me awake, momentarily dispelling my tipsiness. "If before, you could do whatever you wanted, now you can't anymore, because you belong to me. You are mine, Lara. Do you understand?"
"Hey, Magnus. Do you hear yourself? Let me remind you that you don't own me. Yes, you're my mate, but you have no right to control my thoughts and feelings. And even if we get married, I am still free to do whatever I want and you can do yours as well. Do you think I don't know the reason why you wanted to marry me? It's your desire to lead the pack and strengthen your power. So, stop pretending like a jealous boyfriend because it doesn't suit you. Better go back to Savana and enjoy yourself together!"
The next thing happened so fast and I could not resist when he pinned me down and kissed me. The kiss became passionate until I felt his hand on my chest. "Magnus, let go of me!" But he grew more passionate and persisted in kissing me.
"Magnus, what are you doing?" I released a strong slap. "Do you really want to have your way with me? Before you do that then leave a red mark on my neck."
Magnus paused and angrily looked at me. "Damn!" he cursed before storming out of the room. I was left alone speechless. Putting a red mark on me, signified eternal commitment, and he had no intention of doing so because he only thought of me as one of his women.
This realization struck me, and before I could prevent it, I felt the warm liquid in the corner of my eyes.
MAGNUS"Let go of me, Magnus!" Lara shouted, trying to get out of my grip. A powerful slap landed on my face as she was fiercely staring at me."Do you really want to claim me, Magnus? Then, leave me a red mark!" Lara demanded.Her words prevented me from losing control, so I stepped back and bolted out of the room. How could I put a red mark on her when I had no plan of having a serious relationship with her?Damn!I murmured as I made my way back to the banquet hall. The four Gammas from my pack who were with Lara earlier were now gone, perhaps they had hidden elsewhere out of fear of me."Hey dude, are you okay? I saw what happened a while ago. Where is Lara now?" Alex asked as he showed me a teasing smile."I left her in my room. Damn her!" I muttered."And why you were acting like that? Are you jealous that she was with other men?" "Jealous? Of course not! It's just that it hit my male ego. You know she is my mate and she is supposed to behave, right?" I explained, trying to ge
LARAEveryone was busy with wedding preparations, but not me. If only I could reject the mate bond, it would have been better. However, we were all bound by the rules of the Silvercrest Pack and mandated by the Wolf Code. I was standing on the terrace with my hands resting on the balustrade as thoughts of the impending wedding swirled in my mind. A deep sigh escaped me as I looked at the clear blue sky. "How does it feel to be Magnus' soon-to-be-wife, hmm?" Alpha Callum spoke behind, showing a teasing smile. "Not in the mood for your jokes, bro. In fact, I wanted to step back," I replied. "You can't do that, sis. You know what will happen right?" he retorted, wrapping his arms around my shoulders. "You know sis, if I were you, I would just accept it. Who knows, Alpha Magnus would become a good husband to you." "What can you expect from a womanizer bro?" I smiled sarcastically. "He even doesn't want to put a red mark on me, so it means he would just consider me as one of his
MAGNUSThoughts about Lara occupied my mind which made me sleepless for several nights. Thinking about the wedding, really pissed me off since it would happen a few days from now. I couldn't imagine myself being married to a certified playgirl Beta of the Yellow Stone Pack. Damn!I murmured to myself."Hey dude, are you okay? You seem uneasy. Excited about the wedding?" Alex spoke behind. "Of course not. If only I could turn down Dad's request, I would rather do that than get married to Lara Jade. I don't want to end up heartbroken. No, over my dead body! I would never fall for such a woman who had been with numerous men in bed," I grumbled, settling back on the swivel chair.Alex just chuckled while looking at me. "Oh, how sure you are that Lara had slept with plenty of men, dude, huh?" He said as he sat on a separate couch."I knew it. She had no serious relationship. She was just enjoying herself from playing around with men.""Just like you, dude." Alex chuckled again."I'm a man
LARAThe day of my marriage to Alpha Magnus was the most awaited event by everyone in the town of Tribiano. However, for me, it turned out to be the worst day of my life. Even though I acknowledged my attraction to Magnus, I still detested the concept of marriage.But there was no turning back. All were set, from the wedding location to the bridal party and the post-ceremony celebrations. My bridesmaids hailed from the Betas of my pack, while Magnus' groomsmen were selected from the Alphas and Betas of the Silvercrest Pack.A crimson carpet was unfurled along the central aisle, starting from the forest glade up to the serene woodland that I chose as the wedding venue. The whole place was decorated with ornamental flowers and bistro lights were dangled from the trees, creating a magical ambiance that bathed the reception area in a soft, enchanting light. Chiffon fabrics that were used for draping added a billowing effect to make the venue more elegant and luxurious. Despite the ambianc
MAGNUSIt was already ten o'clock, yet drowsiness seemed to evade me. Seeking some relaxation, I left my room and grabbed a drink from the fridge. Dad was now resting in his room after returning from his business trip, and Alex was likely asleep, exhausted from the wedding preparations.Thoughts of the upcoming marital union consumed my mind, along with Lara's scent—Damn! My inner wolf yearned for her, as we had adhered to the tradition of not seeing each other until the wedding day."Hey, are you okay?" Alex's voice startled me from behind."Oh, I thought you were already asleep.""Why are you drinking alone? You should rest now. Tomorrow is your big day," Alex remarked as he settled on the couch across from me."Is this real, dude? Sometimes I wish it was just a dream, and I'm not truly meant to marry Lara," I mused as I poured him a glass of wine."You're not dreaming. Your union with Lara is set tomorrow, coinciding with this month's final full moon," Alex reassured.Suddenly, my
LARAUpon arriving at the wedding venue, my heart pounded in my chest, especially when I noticed Alpha Magnus and his best man, Alex, standing in the glade forest. Although I tried to appear unaffected, my inner wolf yearned for him. Walking through the entrance, I maintained my composure, though I couldn't shake the awareness of all eyes on me. I maintained my distance from Magnus while waiting for the moon to reach its peak. My gaze landed again on him, and I couldn't help but admire his irresistible charm like the painstaking art of heaven. Under his furrowed brows, his blue-grey eyes held a captivating allure like stormy seas swirling with depth and mystery. His straight and refined nose added a touch of elegance to his features, perfectly balanced against his strong and chiseled jawline, which emanated confidence and determination. His well-defined chin added a touch of masculinity to his overall appearance. Each line and contour seemed carefully crafted, enhancing his oozing sex
MAGNUSThe faces of everyone after the wedding ceremony were filled with a mix of emotions, including joy, contentment, and a hint of nostalgia. Smiles, tears of happiness, and expressions of relief were observed as they congratulated us. This was followed by a photo session and the giving of wedding gifts."Congratulations dude!" Alex approached me and gave me a high-five. He smiled as he opened his arms for a hug. Dad followed him and did the same, "Congratulations son, I am happy for you."I just showed a brittle smile as I put my arms around Dad's shoulder. "Thank you for doing this favor, Magnus. I understand your strong aversion to this marriage but you know that we are all bound by what is stated in the Wolf Code," Dad spoke seriously."It's fine, Dad. This is the Will of the Moon Goddess. However—" I paused and cleared my throat. "I can only be a good leader like you, but I couldn't promise that I would be a good husband to Lara.""Just give it a try, dude," Alex butted in.
EXPLICIT CONTENT AHEAD! Read at your own risk.MAGNUSAs soon as we entered the special room intended for us, I gently put down Lara on the bed. But I still couldn't get rid of the annoyance I'd been feeling since she was having a good time with the Gamma men from the Shadow Pack. It consumed my entire being once more."Did you have a little shame when you were flirting with those men?""Why? Did it piss you off? Well, a thief hates his own kind," she remarked, subtly insinuating."What?" I lashed out."Of course, I am your spouse, yet you seem to prefer the company of others over spending time with me," I replied, attempting to rein in my emotions.Lara stood up and faced me while crossing her arms. "How could a womanizer like you feel this way? Don't tell me—" she chuckled."Don't tell me you have feelings for me, or maybe it's your male ego again."I grabbed her waist, causing her to stumble into my arms. She pulled herself away from me and settled on the bed. My inner wolf surged o