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Gift Grace
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BOUND TO MY FORBIDDEN MATE

BOUND TO MY FORBIDDEN MATE

In a world where witches and werewolves are sworn enemies, love is the greatest crime of all. Selene is a witch preparing for her mating ceremony, where she must choose a husband from approved suitors. No werewolf may enter. No beast may touch her. The law is absolute. But one suitor carries a deadly secret. Kai has loved Selene from afar for years, watching her through the border that separates their worlds. He knows if she discovers he's a werewolf, she'll kill him without hesitation. So he hides his true nature, changing his name to Adrian, and using forbidden magic to appear human. Against all odds, Selene chooses him. Their bond is instant, powerful, perfect. Until his werewolf mark begins to surface. When the truth is revealed, kingdoms prepare for war. Selene is torn between the mate she's fallen for and the people who raised her. Kai faces execution for his deception. And an ancient curse that started the hatred between their races begins to awaken, threatening to destroy them both. To save their love and prevent a war that will kill thousands, Selene and Kai must uncover the truth about why their people became enemies. What they discover will change everything they thought they knew about witches, werewolves, and the forbidden love that might be the key to ending centuries of bloodshed.
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Chapter: Chapter 5 - Bound to My Forbidden Mate
Selene's POVThe grand hall was packed with people. Every noble in Lunaris had come to watch me choose my mate.Crystal chandeliers hung from the ceiling, casting rainbow light across the marble floors. Flowers decorated every surface. Musicians played soft music in the corner.It should have felt magical. Instead, it felt like walking to my execution.I stood at the entrance in my white ceremonial gown, holding the enchanted flower crown. My hands wouldn't stop shaking."You can do this," Luna whispered beside me. She squeezed my hand once, then took her seat.I was alone now.At the front of the hall, all the suitors stood in a line. Lord Marcus. Sir Aldwin. Prince Dorian. Thorne. And at the end, Adrian.Morgana sat at the high table, her face confident. She expected me to choose Thorne. Everyone did.The High Priestess stepped forward and raised her hands. The music stopped. Everyone fell silent."Today, Selene Moonshadow will choose her mate," the priestess announced. "The magic
Last Updated: 2026-01-31
Chapter: Chapter 4 - The Mark He Tried to Hide
Selene's POVI stared at the glowing mark on Adrian's shoulder, my heart pounding.A werewolf mark. Silver and crescent-shaped."Selene—" Adrian started.Before he could finish, he grabbed my hand and pulled me into a dark corner behind a bookshelf. His hand covered my mouth gently."Please, just wait," he whispered.Guards rushed past our hiding spot, their boots loud on the stone floor."It went toward the east wing!""Don't let it escape!"After the sounds faded, Adrian slowly released me and stepped back."The mark on your shoulder—""There's no mark," he said quickly. "Look."He pulled his shirt aside, showing me his shoulder.Nothing. Just smooth skin.I blinked. Had I imagined it? The glowing shape had seemed so real."You're stressed," Adrian said gently. "The ceremony, the pressure from Morgana. Your mind is playing tricks."Doubt crept in. Maybe he was right. Maybe I was seeing things."Let's get you back to your chambers," he said softly. "You need rest."At my door, he
Last Updated: 2026-01-31
Chapter: Chapter 3 - A Pull I Couldn't Ignore
Selene's POVThe morning sun barely lit the sky when servants woke me. The Courtship Trials were starting today.I dressed in a simple purple gown and made my way to the arena. Hundreds of people already filled the seats. Everyone wanted to watch the suitors prove themselves.Luna rushed up to me, practically bouncing with excitement."Finally! Something interesting. I was so bored yesterday with all that formal introduction nonsense."I smiled despite my nervousness. Luna always knew how to lighten my mood."Three trials over three days," she continued."Strength today, wisdom tomorrow, magic the day after. May the best man win your heart." She wiggled her eyebrows at me."Luna!""What? I'm just saying, that Adrian fellow seems nice. And handsome. Did you see those eyes?"My cheeks heated."I barely know him.""But you want to," Luna teased."I saw how you looked at each other last night."Before I could respond, trumpets blared. The trials were beginning.Morgana stood at the center
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Chapter: Chapter 2 - The Man with Silver Eyes
Selene's POVThe Mating Ceremony hall was packed with people. Nobles from every corner of Lunaris filled the seats, all dressed in their finest robes. Banners hung from the ceiling showing the symbols of different magical kingdoms.I stood on the raised platform at the front, feeling like a prize being displayed. My dress was beautiful, silver silk that flowed to the floor, but it felt like a cage.One by one, the suitors were presented.Lord Marcus from the Northern Frost Kingdom. Too old, with cold eyes that reminded me of my grandfather.Sir Aldwin from the Eastern Valleys. Handsome enough, but he barely looked at me. His eyes stayed on Morgana, the High Witch Council leader, clearly more interested in political connections.Prince Dorian from the Southern Lakes. He smiled too much and talked only about himself.I was so bored I wanted to scream.Then Thorne Nightshade stepped forward.He was Morgana's son. Tall, with dark hair and sharp features. Handsome in a cold way. His robes
Last Updated: 2026-01-31
Chapter: Chapter 1 - Beyond the Forbidden Border
Selene's POVI shouldn't have been this close to the border.The Neutral Territory was forbidden for a reason. This was the abandoned land between the Witch Kingdom of Lunaris and the Werewolf Kingdom of Silvermoon. No one came here except those looking for trouble.But I needed the moonflowers. They only grew here, in the space between our worlds where magic was wild and unpredictable. My healing potion wouldn't work without them.I kept my eyes on the ground, searching through the dead grass for the silver petals that glowed faintly in the afternoon light. My basket was almost full. Just a few more and I could leave.A twig snapped behind me.I froze, my hand moving instinctively to the dagger at my belt. Slowly, I turned around.Three wolves stood at the edge of the tree line. But these weren't normal wolves. They were massive, easily twice the size of any natural animal. Their eyes glowed red instead of the normal gold. Foam dripped from their mouths.Rogue wolves. The kind that h
Last Updated: 2026-01-31
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