The Lycan King's Redemption
A long time ago, the werewolves orchestrated a deception that destroyed the Lycans. They came bearing false peace and a binding ritual that would kill every member of the royal bloodline upon their thirtieth birthday and strip magic from the entire Lycan race..
Eighteen years ago, a child was born to bridge the divide between werewolves and Lycans, carrying a dangerous defect her mother spent a lifetime concealing.
Rejected by every suitor due to her defect, Princess Viola is treated as a burden by her father, who offers a million gold coins to any man willing to marry her.
While Alphas and Omegas alike flock to claim the prize, it is the feared Lycan King who ultimately claims her.
But King Lucian has no intention of giving Viola the fantasy of marriage. He is dying in a matter of months, and he will do whatever it takes to break the curse before the clock runs out .
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You seemed to enjoy yourself plenty last night. Flirting and giggling with other men?" Lucian's tone was vicious.
"Your Majesty, I was merely respecting your privacy," she replied smoothly. "I tried to catch your eye to at least look like a happy couple, but you were intent on shutting me out completely. So I remembered your advice: you said I could choose a male companion for myself. A queen has to flirt to win a man's heart. Is that what got under your skin?"
Lucian looked away, his fist clenching tightly at his side. "What got under my skin is that you smiled at him. How long have you known him, and what did he say to you? We have known each other for a while now, and not once have you smiled at my words."