Joanne was bubbly but severe, and she was avoided by the other concubines when she got the chance to sit with us. She seemed upset, but she managed to smile at me to avoid some misunderstanding while they were waiting for the contest to start.Lady Maureen didn't bother to hide how she disliked Joanne for being barbaric, while Sarah was still stoic. Joanne's face flushed in humiliation; she cleared her throat before she laughed nervously.“Did they think I'm an animal? I can't understand why they are looking at me like I don't have the reasons to stay on the bench.” She whispered in my ear, and I couldn't stop myself from feeling bad for her. I hoped I had an answer for her because I knew how it felt to be embarrassed, even though she didn't do anything wrong against them.“You are beautiful. The truth is, I like your tattoos. Where did you get it?” I asked, hoping she wouldn't be attentive to the other concubines. I was sure they were trying to provoke her so she wouldn't be part of

“Surprise.” Joanne laughed like a crazy bitch which made me blankly stare at her, and didn't bother to expose my reaction because I already knew since Sarah, Lady Maureen, and Alice had told me about it ahead of time.“Ashianna, please don't get mad at me because we are both ambitious. I know you want to be the Lycan Queen and I want to experience it the same as you. The contest has already stopped because of what happened yesterday and King Edward already offered me as one of his concubines. I will be stupid if I ever accept such a great offer. I hope you will understand my side.” she added but I didn't see she regretted using me for her benefit. She pursed her lips before she caressed my hair like I was her pet.“Joanne, I almost believe in you but we have some differences. I don't even want to be here while you want to be a concubine and use me for your gain. If your mate rejected you then it's your fault and you fucking deserve it. I hope he will find his second mate, and be happy

“Are you accusing me of stealing? I don't even dare to steal anything from you!” Joanne's eyes turned bloodshot after she heard Sarah's accusation. She quivered and gasped to breathe some air before she stepped forward like she was threatening Sarah, she would attack her. “Accuse? I don't do accusing, Joanna. We already know what's the purpose of your stay here. I talked with your father, and he seems reluctant to share your plans at first. So of course, I give him some meals for months, he said you went here to steal some meals for your pack.” Sarah smirked especially when Joanne couldn't believe her father had betrayed her like what she did to me. Sarah's hands were clasped before she looked around to every concubine.“We know that someone like you isn't welcome here. We are all the daughters of the powerful packs, so it's a possibility you might kidnap us to get something in return. Deny my allegations if you want but I have proof.” Sarah added.Joanne's eyes glistened with tears,

When I opened my eyes, I was greeted by the white ceiling. The scent of the alcohol made me realize where I was. King Edward seemed to have brought me to the pack hospital because I fainted because of the so much emotion in my chest. My tears continued flowing down my cheeks, I bit my lip to suppress the sob that was about to come out so they wouldn’t notice I was already awake.King Edward kept denying the fact he was the one who killed my mother. However, he wasn’t sure either. Perhaps he was the one who did it because the investigation was stopped all of a sudden. “Ashianna, you’re awake. The pack doctor gave me permission to bring you back in the pack. King Edward wants to ensure you’re safe so he will never be worried.” Gunner whispered and filled with concern. I turned my attention to him, he was stunned for a moment like she didn’t expect me to look at him.“Gunner, I know how faithful you can be to the Lycan King. I want you to be honest with me. Is it true it’s King Edward w

“Fuck them!” Leo gnashed his teeth as he pulled the rope to quicken the pace of the carriage. I looked back as I heard the neighs coming from the horses.Leo's veins were almost popping in his arms, and his eyes darkened like he was getting infuriated as King Edward's armies turned more. It seemed King Edward ensured I wouldn't have a chance to escape from him despite of he was about to marry Sarah.“Shit. Gunner don't warn me about this. Damn him.” Leo murmured before he checked on me I almost clenched my hands on the armrest to ensure my safety.“Ashianna, right?” he asked, and he got my attention. I checked on him, and I saw how he roamed his eyes from the surroundings. He hardly breath before he jumped out from the horses, and removed the metals. “What is it?” I inquired with curiosity, touching the lace of my dress. I watched him going towards me before he took a clothes. “We can't leave this pack if you're still wearing these dresses. You need to change your clothes because thi