The car door swung open, and Nicholas extended his hand for Scarlett to take. With a deep breath, Scar emerged from the car, instantly capturing attention.Eyes in the room held a mix of surprise and reluctance, unwelcoming glances reflecting the skepticism towards the presence of a wolf with tainted blood. (Wolf blood was considered impure, tainted with a touch of magic.) Despite the less-than-enthusiastic reception, with their Alpha by her side, no one dared to voice their disapproval. Instead, heads bowed out of respect.Entering the grand castle, Scarlett anticipated a welcoming committee, but only a handful of servants bowed in acknowledgment of their Alpha. Soon, the couple entered into a huge and luxurious bedroom.The decor enchanted Scarlett as she surveyed the room. “So...” She turned to Nicholas, a spark of curiosity in her eyes, “This is where I’m gonna live?”“Hmm... This is our bedroom,” Nicholas replied.“Yeah...” Scar nodded, then inquired once more, “I thought I would

Scar glanced at herself in the mirror, adorned in a soft pink dress that accentuated her beauty. However, the sparkle in her eyes didn’t match her outward allure; instead, they were clouded with bitter sorrows.Life hadn’t unfolded as Scarlett had meticulously planned. Always cautious and sensible in her actions, she had dreamt of a simple life—happiness with her mate and assuming the role of a peace-solving Alpha. Yet, here she was, thrust into an unknown pack of powerful shifters, surrounded by individuals who harbored a deep-seated hatred for her. On top of that, she found herself entangled in a contract with the Lycan Alpha, driven by a desire to reclaim his throne and seek revenge against George. Tragedy had become her reality.A knock on the door interrupted her thoughts, and Dave entered the room. The moment his eyes fell on Scarlett, he was taken aback but composed himself swiftly.Her enchanting appearance captivated him. ‘She is really beautiful,’ he couldn’t help but think,

Clad in comfortable nightwear, Scarlett strolled out of the closet. The image of Nicholas emerging from the same closet was still etched in her mind, causing a headache. The last thing she wanted was to be swayed by him, but it seemed to be happening faster than she anticipated. Sighing, Scar got on the bed and laid down.‘Better fall asleep before he comes.’ Scarlett kept chanting the same line in her mind, and Ulva rolled her eyes. ‘Stop acting so pitiful!’ Ulva growled, and only then did Scarlett calm down.Lost in thoughts about the recent events, Scarlett’s eyelids grew heavy, and she drifted into a deep sleep. When Nicholas emerged from the bathroom, Scarlett was already in a deep slumber. He laid down beside her, the moonlight casting a gentle glow on her face, accentuating her beauty and innocence. He couldn’t tear his eyes away.‘I wonder how beautiful her wolf will be,’ Damon purred. ‘If only I could reach her.’‘What is this girl, Damon? Why can’t I read her mind?’‘I wish

‘No, Scar! Don’t close your eyes!’ Ulva’s voice echoed urgently in Scarlett’s mind, causing her to groan in response to yet another punishing blow. She felt another hit, and her body burnt in pain.But then, a primal growl erupted from the depths of Scarlett’s being, signaling a profound shift within her. In a dramatic twist, her eyes burst open, ablaze with an orange inferno adorned with a silver sparkle. Like a fierce storm, she unleashed a rapid and calculated punch, feeling a satisfying connection before the air filled with a sharp grunt.Amidst the chaos, anxious screams reverberated in Scarlett’s mind, intertwining with Nicole’s worried exclamation. Scarlett’s vision wavered, threatening to succumb to the overwhelming assault, and her body felt numb. Her knees buckled, surrendering to the impending fall. However, just as the ground seemed inevitable, a pair of arms swooped in, holding her firm in place.Dave, returning from a brief call, was met with a scene of shock and fury. I

“I’ve got this bad feeling, Brother,” Nicole said the moment her aunt and cousin exited the palace. “It could be them...”“Is something wrong with them?” Scarlett asked, unexpectedly caught in the middle of a family drama.Nicole sighed, “That’s Aunt Helena and her son Alex. Everyone knows Alex is gunning for the Alpha regent position. But, you see, the cards were in their court as Brother had no mate...”Scarlett blinked, connecting the dots, “And my arrival changed it all...” She realized the gravity of the problem and shivered, sensing the potential danger she was in. “We-were they the ones attacking me in the mall?”Her eyes searched Nicholas for an answer.Nicholas didn’t reply directly but turned to Scar, “We still don’t know the whole situation. For a few days, you should stay home, okay? I don’t want a repeat of the same incident.”For a moment, Scarlett felt the urge to let her emotions take over and kiss him, given how he looked at her and cared for her. But deep down, she k