Novels by Cortney Nelson

Aria’s POV “Smile, Sister. You’re finally getting married!” Ivy has been on my case since dawn. It was D-Day for Alpha Jacob Locke to visit my Father for a formal introduction. Ivy’s mother had forced the maids to work all night. They cleaned the house until it was literally sparkling. They’ve cooked all kinds of dishes. They’re redecorating the house. It was like some Deity was visiting. I don’t get it. Father was also an Alpha. Why was he going through all this trouble for another Alpha?But then again, I get it. Alpha Jacob Locke wasn’t your regular kind of Alpha. He was the richest and most feared in the werewolf world. Worse, he had a reputation for being such a womanizer. He had a mate but also hundreds of concubines. Rumors had it that he had never laid eyes on some of them since he married them. They’re just in some storeroom in his house rotting away. Probably why Father was trying to sell me off to him. So I can rot away forever and everyone would forget I ever existed.

Aria’s POV I ate my food with so much nervousness. I wasn’t even chewing. I was literally swallowing every bit of it. I fear I might have indigestion later. It’s just that today marks the third day since Father sent his men into the woods to find the man who’d marked me. The men would be back today and if they don’t find that man, Father might disown me. Knowing I have such a reality awaiting me, how can I possibly calmly eat? “Please, baby. I really want it.” Ivy pouted, clinging to Jaxon. They’re both having breakfast here. And then there was Ivy’s Mum too. My Mum was long dead. So, yeah. “But I got you a diamond necklace last week, baby,” Jaxon said, pinching her cheek.Ivy pouted, resting her head on his shoulder. “But that was last week and that was a necklace. This, here,” she pointed at her phone’s screen. “…is a dior bag, limited edition. I want it.”“You’re such an extravagant princess, ain’t you?” Jaxon chuckled, and then he kissed her forehead. “But sure, baby, anythi

Aria’s POV I ran the comb continuously through my hair while I stared at the mirror. My reflection was showing a calm, normal girl who’s preparing for her regular day. But my insides were too chaotic and far from normal. I was back at my Father’s house after giving away my virginity to a random stranger in the woods. I came home first thing at dawn. The stranger was still asleep when I left. I returned home unnoticed and I’ve been hiding out in my room all morning. Not because I was terrified that my Father would scold me for disappearing last night. But because I fear he might see through me. Just one glance at me and he might figure out what I did last night. That’s what scares me. That’s why I didn’t go out for breakfast. The sudden knock on my door made my heart almost jump out of my skin. I pray that’s not Father. “Aria! Open up!” Ivy. What does she want?And just like that, the painful memories of last night came running back into my mind. I still can’t believe I caught

Aria’s POV The stranger’s hand wrapped around my waist was possessively tight. His musky scent had immediately infiltrated my nostrils, creating an instant wetness between my thighs. I gasped as his other hand moved closer to my left breast, threatening to grab it. I tried to fight out of his hold but he held me still. “Relax,” he whispered, arousing goosebumps on my skin. But I oddly felt relaxed at the same time. “Let’s get out of here. Let’s go somewhere quiet.”It was the strangest and scariest request any girl should get from a random stranger. I haven’t even seen his face since he’s holding me from behind. That, and the fact that he was a stranger were good reasons why I shouldn’t even give his request a second of thought. But instead, I found myself being compelled to stand up and follow him. The bartender returned with a polite smile that faded when he saw the figure behind me. He cowered away from the counter and lowered his head. “Let’s go.” The stranger breathed in m

Aria’s POV “Tell me you love it,” those words came out husky and breathy from my boyfriend. And to worsen my shock, the feminine voice replied in the most sensual moan. “I love it. I love you, Jaxon.” What?That’s my step-sister, Ivy. What’s she…what’s he…please tell me it’s not what I’m thinking. My shaky grip touched the doorknob of her bedroom and I pushed it open. I stepped inside and I lost my breath instantly. Jaxon, my boyfriend, was on top of my half-sister, on her bed. They look like they can’t get enough of each other. Ivy has her hands wrapped around his neck, begging him to go faster. Jaxon had his hands braced at her sides while he shoved himself inside her. They’re both sweating and moaning and grunting. The sight made me lose my strength instantly. Tears clouded my vision and when I blinked them away, they dropped. “Jaxon…” The hurt in my almost inaudible voice was clear as day. I feared he wouldn’t hear me but he did. His head snapped in my direction. Irritatio