Shannon’s POV“You’re right, Miss Shannon.” Alexander gave me a small smile. “I’m not one. Only a handful of guests have been able to figure that out and you’ve joined the exclusive list.”“Who are you to them?”“I’m their head servant. I’ll be on my way now, miss.” Alexander bowed slightly. “You can call me Shannon, Alex. I’d prefer it if you did.” I placed my hand on the doorknob. “See you around, Miss Shannon.” Alexander tipped his imaginary hat towards me before sauntering away whistling a strange tune.I couldn’t hold back my laughter as I made my way inside the room. It was a typical girls room and it smelled of lavender. There was a mahogany chest drawer and a vintage Milo Baughman side chair, upholstered in a blue Rogers and Goffigon fabric at one corner of the room. A metallic West Elm accent table and a textured floor pillow were added to the design.I tossed my handbag on the bed before making my way into the bathroom. I wanted to look presentable by the time Darius calle
Shannon’s POV“You’re being rude and it’s not nice.” Ricky cautioned me. “Won’t you let me in?”“You’re trying to get into my room by past midnight after interrupting my sleep?” I glared at him. “I would’ve come earlier if I could, Mel. Being the Lycan King is tedious work.” “You should’ve left me at home where I was happy.” I retorted. “You would’ve been happier being mated to your brother as your father wished for you both?” Ricky chuckled.I was at a loss for words and the lazy smile playing on his lips all but confirmed it. “Now, we’ve gotten that out of the way. Can I come in now? Oh, and I didn’t come alone.”I reluctantly agreed to let him inside. He wanted to talk to me about a couple of things and I had issues to address with him as well, maybe it wouldn’t hurt to be civil with him for a couple of minutes. “No funny business in here, Ricky,” I warned, pushing the open enough to accommodate his large frame. “I’m not a circus clown, Shannon.” Ricky chuckled as he walked pa
Shannon’s POV“You’re being sarcastic, right?” Ricky laughed. “You’re under my roof and you will do as I say. Do you understand?”“You will not force me into doing what I have no intention of doing.” I stared at him with defiance in my eyes. “You know I have authority over you now you’re here?” Ricky closed the distance between us with slow, measured steps forcing me to back up a little. “I'd like to see you try.” I retorted. I soon ran out of space as my back hit the door, Ricky didn't relent as he followed me all the way, his eyes fixed on me. “I would like to try several things on you, Shannon,” Ricky whispered.I felt my breath hitch in my throat as my eyes widened in realization. I hated the feeling he had over me, I was supposed to be mad at him but here I was squirming under his gaze. “Don’t,” I muttered but it was barely audible and it wouldn’t stop him. “You want this as much as I do.” Ricky’s eyes darkened with desire. “This was why I couldn’t get you out of my head, Sh
Shannon’s POV“You need to leave this instant,” I muttered, dragging the blanket away from him as I got up from the bed, wrapping the sheets around me. “We’re done and it’s time for you to go.”I felt used and it was hurting.“You couldn’t get enough of me just a couple of minutes ago,” Ricky began. “What the hell has gotten into you?” I blushed furiously as images flashed in my head but I blocked them out immediately. I was done being distracted and used. “That wasn’t supposed to happen and we both know it,” I cleared my throat, glaring at him. “You caught me off guard and in my moment of weakness but that doesn’t change what I feel towards you.”“You’re starting to sound like some hopeless romantic with delusions of grandeur that happens to have a fairytale ending in your head.” Ricky laughed lightly as he rolled off the bed on the other side.He was stark naked and I forced myself to keep my attention on his face before I made a fool of myself again. “You don’t need to sound so c
Shannon’s POV“You’re starting to sound like some hopeless romantic with delusions of grandeur that happens to have a fairytale ending in your head.” Ricky laughed lightly as he rolled off the bed on the other side.He was stark naked and I forced myself to keep my attention on his face before I made a fool of myself again. “You don’t need to sound so condescending, Ricky.” I scoffed. “Your ego is bruised, I understand that. You’ve probably never had anyone jilt you after sex before so it’s quite a lot for you to take in. I’m not like your other women, we’re not even remotely close.” “There it is, you’re finally living up to who you truly are. A spoiled and sheltered brat who believes herself better than everyone because she has a different opinion about several things.” Ricky laughed as he walked around the bed slowly, making his way towards me.“You don’t know me, Ricky.” I retorted. “I’m not as easy to figure out, you’re going to have a hard time with me, I can promise you that.”
Shannon’s POV“Ricky hasn’t been in here to see you, has he?” Isabel wore a frown on her face. “How insensitive can one person be? Did he come in with his brothers, and that—-“Isabel stopped abruptly as she stared into my face, making me feel self-conscious. “Is there a problem, Isabel?” I began, averting my eyes away from her intense gaze. “Ricky was here last night.”It wasn’t a question, it was a statement of fact. There was no quake or tremor in her voice, she was certain of what she said.I couldn’t believe my ears. Had he said something during breakfast? I wouldn’t put it past him, he was so full of himself.“How—How did you…?” I spluttered, struggling to get words out. “Your neck, Miss,” Isabel replied, struggling to maintain a straight face.”It’s just one so I know just one of them was in here and I guess it’s Ricky.”I bolted out of bed rushing towards the mirror to examine my neck and there it was, a hickey at the base of my neck. He left a fucking hickey, that bastard.
Shannon’s POVI was already fidgeting on the chair where I sat waiting for the Mayert triplets to arrive. They were already five minutes late and I was already losing hope. Technically, it was supposed to be a surprise and I had one of the guards inform them that I had invited all three of them for dinner.“I guess the rumors were true after all.”I heard his voice behind me and I stood up immediately, turning towards him. Jules and Cole were standing on either sides of him.Ricky stared at me with an unreadable expression on his face and I didn’t know what to make of it. Was he delighted with my effort or was he caught off guard by my gesture? There was only one way to find out.“Well, I figured that if we were going to spend the rest of our lives together, we should start properly. What do you think?”Ricky stared at me before walking past me to pick up a glass of wine I had already poured for him.“You had my favorite drink prepared for me.” He said, pleasantly surprised.“The but
Shannon’s POV“It’s getting late now, you need to rest. You had a rather eventful night and I’m certain you would feel better in the morning.”I agreed, sleep would do me a whole lot of good at the moment. “I’ll see you in the morning with a tray of your favorite dishes. I’m certain you skipped out on dinner tonight after what happened.” Isabel said as she pushed herself off the bed, allowing me to lay back with the sheets drawn up. “Thank you,” I whispered, loud enough for her to hear. She smiled at me as she made her way out of the room.Frankly speaking, I didn’t know how I would’ve survived without Isabel at my side. ***I thought I was dreaming but I wasn’t. My eyes fluttered open to the sound of someone entering my room. I bolted up the bed, letting out a low growl.“Simmer down, it’s just me.” Ricky began, shutting the door behind him.“What are you doing here?”Ricky stared at me. “I found myself drawn to you and I couldn’t help myself.”“You speak to me in the most cruel