ARNOLDEvery moment with Hazel feels like a dream come true. From the moment we first met, I knew there was something special about her, save for the fact that she was my mate, I knew that there was something else— something that drew me to her soul like a magnet. And now, as we stroll hand in hand through the palace gardens, bathed in the soft glow of the setting sun, I can't help but feel like the luckiest werewolf alive. Sure, being king is hard enough, but there’s something about Hazel. The way she speaks, her laughter and everything. I want to know everything about her, but that will happen in due time, but now, this is what we can do. I got up this morning and asked for all my duties for the day to be shifted to the rest of the week. I had so much fun with Hazel a few days ago, so why wouldn’t I want to do it again? Work can wait when it comes to my lovely mate. The gardens are alive with color and fragrance, and the air filled with the wonderful smell of the flowers and the

HAZELAs I sleep in my room. I can't help but wonder why Ethan came here. I know what he said and all but he should not have. He is creating a disruption to what I have going on with Arnold. "Hey, Hazel. Are you awake?" I hear a knock on my door and it opens. The voice doesn't register in my head. "Yes, who is it? Arnold? Is that you?" I ask, joy filling me. As I am about to stand up to go meet him, the voice responded. "Stop calling his name. Why are you so intrigued by him?" Ethan complains. "I care about you more than he does, just so you know." "I didn't know who it was, he has been the one here with me for a very long time now, who else would I assume would come down to my suite?" I shout back at Ethan. "What do you want? Did you just come here to yell at me when I am trying to get some sleep?" "No, no. I'm sorry, I just wanted to talk to about something before you went to sleep. " Ethan says. "Can it wait till tomorrow? Or are you leaving yet?" "This night?

HAZELAfter the shocking turn of events, seeing Ethan in his most pleasant form, all of his vulnerabilities were laid bare. "So, brother, I honestly need to go for this meeting. It will make a very noticeable progress in the development of my kingdom and myself. " I overhear Arnold telling his brother. "You want to leave your Kingdom without a leader, without their king? Why would you do that?" Ethan ask him, his tone filled with a lot of judgment. "You're one to talk. Do you know how long you have left your Kingdom for?" Arnold snaps. There was a silent moment. The both of them staring at each other, the next thing I hear is laughter. They both start laughing for reason that I don't even understand. Sometimes their wittiness makes me smile. It reminds me of how close they are. "My case is different. I'm generally known to not be responsible, but you are the responsible one." Ethan says. "Yeah, I have always hated that point of view, it always made me set an unnecess

ETHANAs I lie in bed, the dull ache in my chest, a steady reminder of my weakened state. It is better for than the way I was feeling hours ago. I could barely even feel anything that wasn't pain, but thankfully, I am way better. I can't help but feel grateful for Hazel's presence by my side. She's been my lifeline these past few days, nursing me back to health with care, and in the most tender way possible. I know Hazel, I know her too well to know that if I were to be sick, I would probably have died with her trying her best efforts. But, the Hazel that has been taking care of me for the past few days, that Hazel is different. I have never seen this side of her, and I don't think Anthony has either. I watch as she moves around the room, her movements graceful and precise, she tends to my needs, almost as if she had worked as nurse before. I stare in shock at her movements, each step ringing purpose. She checks my temperature, fluffs my pillows, and brings me warm broth soup to

HAZELI've been avoiding Ethan for the past few days, ever since our second date. It's not that I don't want to see him or spend time with him, but I can't shake this overwhelming feeling that's been building inside me ever since we kissed. It's like my heart has a mind of its own, and it's racing ahead of me, skipping steps and leading me straight into dangerous territory. I've been telling myself off for feeling so much for Ethan. After all, we've only known each other for a short time, and we're still getting to know each other. But every time I see him, every time he smiles at me or brushes his hand against mine, my resolve crumbles, and I find myself falling deeper and deeper into this whirlwind of emotions. I feel I should put some distance between us, give myself time to sort out my feelings and figure out what I want. But every time I try, something pulls me back to him, like a magnet drawing me in. It's frustrating and exhilarating all at once, and I don't know how to make