Se connecterADELINEThe air completely vanished from my lungs.The music, the laughter, the warmth of Dominic’s arm under my fingers…it all shattered in a single second. The entire ballroom seemed to tilt and I couldn’t hear anything but a high-pitched ringing filling my ears.Alpha Hilton Mayers.I could feel the blood draining from my face. My knees shook so badly l that they nearly buckled. Every single piece of confidence I had spent the last few months building up, every ounce of pride I felt standing as a Luna, vanished into thin air.In a flimsy second, I wasn't a Luna standing beside the Lycan King anymore.I was back in the dark, cold dungeons of the Redpool pack. I was that helpless, defenseless girl again, locked away in a cell where nobody could hear me scream. I could feel the cold stone floor under my bare feet. I could hear the heavy sound of the door swinging open, followed by the terrifying thud of Hilton’s boots coming toward me in the dark.My body began to ache with the memori
DOMINICThe grand estate of the Bloodcrest Pack was as lavish as expected, but the moment the doors of our private suite clicked shut, all the noise finally vanished.I let out a long breath, unbuttoning the collar of my shirt. It had been a long journey because I chose to go by road instead of flying. Adeline had mentioned something about the scenery and I immediately made plans to travel by road and gave my personal driver instructions without a second thought.Plus, I didn’t mind spending more time with her. I wanted to be by her side for as long as possible. I looked over at her. She was standing near the large windows that overlooked the estate's sprawling valleys with admiration in her eyes.I didn't say anything as I wrapped my arms around her waist, pulling her back against my chest.She leaned into me instantly, letting out a soft sigh as her head rested against my shoulder. The sweet, comforting scent of earth and honey filled my senses, and my Lycan let out a satisfied pur
DOMINICFor the past three days, the castle felt like a cage. And I was completely losing my mind. Adeline was avoiding me. She wasn't being unprofessional about it, which made it worse. She showed up to the travel meetings for the trip to the Bloodcrest Pack, she approved the budget for our guards, but she did it all with a completely blank face.She never even looked at me. If I asked her a question, she just gave me a flat "Yes, Your Majesty," or "Whatever you say, Alpha”. And it was killing me. She had her walls right back up and I couldn't break through them. ‘You deserve it,’ my Lycan snapped, sounding completely disgusted with me. ‘You kissed her until she couldn't think straight, and then you called her a traitor’s daughter to her face. I want to bite you myself.’“I had to do it,” I argued back, pacing around my study. “If I didn't push her away, I would have dragged her to bed. I can't just trust someone who tried to pack up and leave me.”But I knew I was making excuses
DOMINICThe doors of my chambers closed with a thud, shutting out the noise of the banquet downstairs. Finally. If I had to endure one more hour of minor Alphas groveling at my feet or laughing just to secure a better border treaty, I was going to lose my temper. I pulled off my heavy formal jacket, tossing it carelessly onto the armchair, and unbuttoned the top three buttons of my dress shirt. I needed air. I needed space.But most of all, I needed to clear my head of that goddamn scent. That sweet, torturous scent. I walked over to my desk, intending to pour myself a drink, when my eyes fell on a thick parchment scroll resting on a stack of books. It was sealed with crimson wax and stamped with the crest of the Bloodcrest Pack.My brows furrowed as I broke the seal and unrolled the paper.It wasn't a standard invitation, it was a formal notification of the Continental Conclave; a massive gathering of the high territories hosted by the Bloodcrest Pack this year. As the supreme r
ADELINEIf one more fake-smiling Alpha complimented my "excellent form" in the training circle, I was going to lose my mind and choke them with my own dress.The InterPack games were finally over, but the torture wasn't. The banquet hall was currently packed to the brim for the closing victory banquet and the air was thick with the smell of roasted meat, expensive wine, and way too many sweaty wolves trying to network. Music was blasting from the balcony, the drums were making my head throb. And right at the center of the madness, I was stuck acting like the perfect, dutiful Luna.I was sick of it and I was beyond irritated. ‘You look beautiful, by the way,’ Tara chimed in, sounding completely pleased. ‘Even if we are wearing a corset while carrying a secret baby. The drama is unmatched.’“I am dying, Tara. That’s what we are doing. We are dying,” I grumbled, shifting uncomfortably on the high throne.I just wanted to rip these clothes off and go to bed. Because the Oracle still h
VIVIANI didn't wait for her to get close. I lunged forward with speed, bringing my staff down and aimed straight at her shoulder. I wanted to end this in one single blow.But she dodged. With a quick twist of her body, she slid to the side, letting my staff slice through empty air. Before I could recover, she lifted own staff up, blocking my next strike with ease. The sound of both staffs clashing sent a tremor through my arms. My eyes widened in shock. She had actually blocked me."Lucky guess," I snarled, spinning around and launching strikes at her ribs, her legs, and her neck. I fought dirty, using every cruel trick my pack's commanders had taught me.But no matter how fast I swung, Adeline was right there. Her feet were steady on the ground and her reflexes incredibly sharp for an omega. She wasn't even on defense, she was attacking. She was holding her ground perfectly.‘How is she doing this?!’ my wolf shrieked in sudden panic. ‘She was an untrained servant! Why can't we hit
ADELINEAs I shut the bathroom door behind me, I released a sharp breath, grabbing the faucet to steady myself. My entire body was like jelly and I felt like I was dreaming. Surely, this couldn’t be real.Just moments ago, Alpha Dominic’s mouth had been on mine in a tense, demanding kiss that had s
ADELINEAfter I’d donned more comfortable clothes, I made my way out to the field area, Clarissa in tow. Everyone else was already dressed and ready, standing beside their partners. While Clarissa walked down to pair with the only single man in the group, I walked towards Alpha Dominic.Clarissa’s
ADELINEI reluctantly trailed behind Alpha Dominic as we walked back to the suite, my chest raging with anger. I thought I’d figured out a way to stop his annoying actions from getting to me, but I was so wrong. Right now I was more than ready to strangle him.I still didn’t understand why he was
ADELINE “Hello,” I greeted, my voice sounding small and weak compared to hers.I let go quickly. As I looked at her, I felt the ugly, cold comparison start in my mind. Her clothes were perfect. Her hair was perfect. She was so gorgeous. Everything about her screamed wealth and status. Meanwhile, I







