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Shadows and Scars
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Auctioned To The Wolf King ย ย ย Bruises Underneath the Gown
โWhat?โ Duncanโs voice cut through the air, cold and sharp, his piercing gaze locking onto mine with an intensity that sent a shiver through me. My stomach twisted, but I forced myself to hold steady. I could see the frustration and confusion etched into his expression, but I didnโt care. I was done. Exhausted mentally and emotionally, I couldnโt let my father control me anymore. Rejecting Duncan now was the only way to reclaim a sliver of freedom. Yet his words from before still echoed in my mind, and a tremor of fear crept over me. I knew he would never forgive me for this. โYou heard me,โ I said, my voice calm despite the storm raging inside. โI wonโt marry you. Find someone else or better yet, go back to your lovely Melissa. You two clearly have a long history, and itโs obvious you still have feelings for her.โ I tore my gaze away, unable to meet his eyes as he stepped closer, trapping me against the wall. I tried to summon defiance, but my heart raced. His eyes were unyield
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2024-12-04Auctioned To The Wolf King ย ย ย Vows and Veils
DUNCAN I wasnโt used to feeling nervous. As the Wolf King, I had faced battles and challenges that would make most men crumble, but standing at the altar, waiting for April, my hands were sweaty, and my wolf was restless. I rubbed my palms together, trying to stay calm. She wouldnโt leave me standing here... would she? Even though I had a plan to deal with her father, my feelings for April were real. I wanted to protect her, and the only way to do that was to make her mine. Right here, in front of everyone and all the packs. But why wasnโt she here yet? Then I heard whispers near the door. โWe have a problem,โ one of her attendants said to the nannies. My eyes immediately narrowed. They were her attendants, the ones responsible for ensuring she made it here. Where was she? My mind raced. Did she run away? Did Emmett take her? I scanned the room for him but saw nothing out of place. Melissa wasnโt here, which was a relief. I didnโt need her ruining this day. โWhatโs wron
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2024-12-05Auctioned To The Wolf King ย ย ย A Wife's Place
APRIL He was gone. I should have known better than to expect anything from Duncan, but the sting of disappointment settled in my chest all the same. It was our wedding, after all, and yet I hadnโt seen him in five days. My father hadnโt called either, deepening the ache of uncertainty. Should I feel relieved he wasnโt around, or resentful? It was just a contract marriage, but a part of me wished Duncan would at least try to treat me like his wife, his mate. โWhere is Duncan? Has he come back yet?โ I asked the nanny, my voice echoing through the empty house. โWolf King Duncanโโ The door swung open before she could finish. Duncan walked in, his hair disheveled and his face shadowed with exhaustion, or maybe something darker. I stood up, my heart stumbling at the sight of him, ready to demand answers. But he didnโt even glance my way, his focus fixed on the stairs as he strode past me without a word. I shot a look at the nanny, who was watching too closely, her sharp eyes following
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2024-12-06Auctioned To The Wolf King ย ย ย Fangs in the Shadows
Duncanโs grandmotherโs sharp eyes were locked on us, her question cutting through the tense silence. โIs this your wife?โ She asked. The room felt suffocating, and I couldnโt bring myself to look up at her much less answer. Duncanโs hand slipped into mine, squeezing gently. His touch stunned me as he whispered, โYes, she is.โ The silence in the room after he admitted that I was his wife was long and deafening. โGrandma, donโt make her more nervous than she already is,โ Duncanโs voice was softer than Iโd ever heard, surprising me even more. โSheโs my mate.โ โYour mate?โ The disbelief in his grandmotherโs voice was palpable. Why was she so shocked? โIf sheโs your mate, then welcome to the family,โ she said, standing and surprising me further. I blinked up at Duncan, my heart racing. โReally?โ My voice was barely a whisper. My eyes drifted to Melissaโs face and I could see her emotions written all over her face. She was hurt, but she didn't dare to lash out in front of
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2024-12-09Auctioned To The Wolf King ย ย ย The Weight of the Crown
Duncan Vampires. It always came back to vampires. And this time, it had to be Aprilโs father. Only he could be so vile, so heartless as to capture rogue wolves and send them to vampy. Iโd known he was a greedy man, ruthless in his pursuits, but this... this was a depth of depravity even I hadnโt expected. โMake sure the boy survives,โ I said to Damon, my tone hard as steel. โOnce heโs stable, move him to the safe house. And Damon, be careful. Donโt let Emmett follow you.โ I grabbed my suit jacket from the chair, my mind swirling with anger and plans for retribution. But as I opened the door to leave, I froze. April was walking toward me, her delicate frame framed by the dim light of the hallway. Her expression was soft, her concern evident, but right now, her presence was the last thing I needed. โMy love, whatโs wrong? Where are you going?โ she asked, her voice gentle, almost soothing. I stepped forward, trying to sidestep her, but she reached out, her hand grazing mine.
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2024-12-10Auctioned To The Wolf King ย ย ย Family Secrets
APRIL I ran. Slamming the door behind me, I leaned against it, my chest heaving as I clutched the doorknob. My heart pounded wildly, but it wasnโt just from running. Duncanโฆ something was happening to him. He was changing, and Iโd never seen him like this before. Writhing in agony, sweat slicking his brow, his eyes clouded with something far beyond rage. I had seen his wolf before. Powerful, wild, and dangerous. But thisโฆ this wasnโt the same. Something was wrong. Gathering what little courage I had, I slowly opened the door again. Duncan was already in his wolf form. โOh my god,โ I whispered, the words slipping out before I could stop them. My voice wavered as I took in the sight. His wolf lay still, almost lifeless, its massive chest rising and falling weakly. โDuncan? Can you hear me?โ I knelt beside him, my hand trembling as I reached out to touch his fur. The moment my fingers brushed his coat, I felt itโthe overwhelming wave of sadness and despair that coursed throug
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2024-12-19Auctioned To The Wolf King ย ย ย The Curse
DUNCAN "You didnโt have to match outfits with me," I said, my tone flat as I steered the car toward Melissaโs parentsโ house. Melissa leaned back, her lips curving into a smile that didnโt reach her eyes. "I just felt like it. Whatโs the big deal? Canโt I wear what I like anymore without you making it an issue? Or..." She turned her head slightly, her voice dripping with mock innocence. "Are you worried about your wife?" Her words hung in the air, but I refused to rise to the bait. Melissa was calculatingโalways had been. I wouldnโt give her the satisfaction of a reaction. When we arrived, I strode up to the door and rang the bell, Melissa trailing closely behind. It opened to reveal Enforcer Michael, a man who exuded strength even in his middle years. His piercing gaze softened when he saw Melissa, his daughter, and then settled on me with a prideful warmth. Michael had fought beside my father in countless battles, earning my respect long before I became Wolf King. If anyone
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2024-12-20Auctioned To The Wolf King ย ย ย The Curse (2)
APRIL "What's going on? Hybrid blood? Vampire King?" I asked as I stared at him, stunned. I had gotten a tray of water for Damon. I thought it was the least I could considering the fact that he had accompanied me and could possibly get into Duncan's trouble. That's when I heard it. Vampires. I had heard it clearly. Isolation curse. My blood. " April, when did you get here?" Duncan asked, standing up, and I knew just what he was asking. How much did you hear? "What's going on, Duncan?" I asked watching as Duncan got up from his seat. "Calm down. I won't let anything happen to you, I promise." He said as he placed his hands on my shoulder and suddenly, I couldn't help but feel calm. There was just something about the way he talked that reassured me. " Damon, you can leave now," Duncan ordered making Damon leave. Once Damon was gone, I was stunned as Duncan walked closer to me wrapping his hand around my waist. His head buried deep in my neck and I tensed. My hea
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2024-12-21
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Auctioned To The Wolf King ย ย ย The Mark and the Madness
APRIL "Help!" The voice was low. Barely above a whisper yet I could hear it. I had been in my room when I suddenly heard it. Something stirred in me and my heart ached. Suddenly, my eyes widened as I realized who it was. Duncan. I rushed out of my room running up the stairs. It was not the full moon neither was anyone attacking. What was happening to Duncan? Without a single thought, I headed to his room. Just as I was about to reach there, Emmett appeared out of nowhere. His eyes glared wolf as he tried to stop me but I wasn't having it. I needed to go and save Duncan. "Get out of my way." I warned angrily as I stared at him. " Wolf Queen," He mocked. "You are not getting in my way this time. No one is going to save that miserable wolf." "Duncan is my mate. If you want to harm him, you're going to have to go through me first." I said gritting my teeth as I stared at him. Both of us stood glaring at each other. Emmett had his wolf already to the surface but I di
Auctioned To The Wolf King ย ย ย The Fracture Point
DUNCAN I stared at the pictures that Melissa had given me. It was April standing with a man that I barely recognized. His face was covered with a black cloak so I couldn't see it and plus April was standing in front of him. I turned to April slightly checking her reaction as she saw them. She didn't flinch or anything. Melissa stared at me intensely as if she was waiting for me to get angry. I knew better than to give her what she wanted. " This is not April." I said denying it even if the evidence was right in front of me. My wolf growled angrily wanting answers as I wanted. She was my mate. Mine. She shouldn't be with any other man. " Duncan, you can't be serious." Melissa said scoffing at me as if I was a fool. "I just told you that your mate was with another man. The pictures are proof." " These pictures must be fake, Melissa. I have always known that you are jealous. You want me back. However insulting my mate is something I will never tolerate. She is not a cheat
Auctioned To The Wolf King ย ย ย A Tangle Of Rogues
"Rogues?" I whispered as panic coiled in my stomach. I was without a wolf now so I could not change or defend myself. Rogues were dangerous. Dangerous because once you were beaten by them, there was a huge possiblity you might not survive. They were stronger than most werewolves, more faster. " Who sent you? What do you want?" I asked staring at them as they circled me slowly entrapping me with no way to run. One of them snarled, baring yellowed teeth, his eyes glowing with a wild hunger. He looked more beast than man, his clothes torn and stained with old blood. The others were no better. They all had red eyes and scary looking faces. They didnโt answer. Instead, the tallest one stepped forward, his bare feet silent on the damp forest floor. His presence was suffocating. Power rolling off him like he was dangerous. "Wolf Queen, don't blame us. It's your fault for getting entangled with Duncan Blackwood." He said snarling as he talked. Duncan? Were they here becau
Auctioned To The Wolf King ย ย ย A Binding Oath
"I'll just get going." I said removing my hand from Duncan's. I tried to walk past Duncan when suddenly, he grabbed my hand again. My gaze darted to him with questioning gaze. " Whatever you have to say, say it in front of April. She is my Wolf Queen now." Duncan said as his hand tightened around mine. I couldn't believe it. Duncan was not leaving me for Melissa. Duncan's gaze turned to mine and I could see the determination in his eyes. Melissa's eyes flicked to our joined hands. Her lips parted, but no words came out at first. She looked... lost. Like she hadnโt expected Duncan to say that especially not in front of me. "I just..." she began, her voice soft, almost breaking. "I wanted to say Iโm sorry. For everything." I blinked. Sorry? From Melissa? That wasnโt what I had expected. Duncan said nothing, his hand still firm around mine, grounding me like an anchor in a storm. Melissa looked down at her feet, then back up at Duncan. โYou chose her. I can see that now. A
Auctioned To The Wolf King ย ย ย The Crown and the Knife
APRIL My eyes flickered open the moment Duncan asked about the ring. Opening my eyes, I could see his eyes narrow as he looked at the ring. Did he know?My fingers curled instinctively into a fist, concealing it before he could speak. He couldnโt know. Not yet. "Just a ring my mother left for me." I lied holding his gaze as I stood. I turned away, letting the hot spray from the shower mask the panic rising in my chest. The water coursed over my skin, but it couldn't wash away the fear. I had fought too hard for this moment. To become Duncanโs Wolf Queen and claim my place beside him. I couldnโt afford his doubt. Not when I was this close. When I officially become Duncan's Wolf Queen, I would be able to have the power to search for my mother's remains. Even my father would not be able to go against me then. " Let me help you." Duncan said, his voice rough as he took the sponge from my hand. Duncan reached out turning me around and I let him. Closing my eyes, I relaxed in
Auctioned To The Wolf King ย ย ย Unleashed Under The Full Moon (2)
DUNCAN April's wolf was the most beautiful wolf I had ever seen. Her beautiful silver fur glistened in the room and I could see everyone was as stunned as I was. Her wolf was strong and very domineering unlike any I had seen. Watching as she moved around, I stepped forward expecting her to recognize me as I held her wolf's gaze. She was my mate, after all. " Is she refusing to submit to the Wolf King?" Melissa asked, trying to cause more trouble, and April's wolf seemed to be stirred by it. Melissa's voice instantly turned the attention of April's wolf to her. Her gaze changed and I could see that something was wrong. Almost as if April was in no control of her wolf like I did. "Duncan," Melissa said as she saw April's wolf. Aprilโs wolf let out a deep, menacing growl, her silver fur standing on end as she turned her piercing gaze toward Melissa. A fierce, untamed energy flickered in her golden eyes, something raw and dangerous that sent a chill down my spine. My heart po
Auctioned To The Wolf King ย ย ย Unleashed Under the Moon
"April! April!" Duncan's voice echoed loudly in my ears. I felt so different after what happened. I could feel it. My wolf lingered deep inside me. I gasped as my body trembled, my senses overwhelmed by the flood of power coursing through me. Every sound was sharper, every scent richer, every heartbeat in the room like a steady drum in my ears. My wolf. She was there, fully awake, stretching within me like she had always belonged. The room was deathly silent, all eyes fixed on me. I could feel their uncertainty, their fear. I pushed myself up, my fingers gripping the cold stone beneath me. Duncan was crouched beside me, his hands firm on my shoulders, but it was the look in his eyes that shook me the most. Relief mixed with something else. Something wary. Michaelโs voice cut through the silence like a blade. โThis is wrong,โ he said, his expression hard. โThe Moon Goddess does not grant wolves to those born without them. This is not her blessing. Itโs something else.โ I clench
Auctioned To The Wolf King ย ย ย My Wolf's Awakening
Duncanโs eyes narrowed as he stepped closer, his presence making my pulse stutter. The afternoon sun filtered through the trees, casting long shadows over the garden, but I felt exposed under his gaze. I curled my fingers behind me, pressing my injured wrist against my back, willing the wound to close before he noticed. Even though I didn't have my wolf, I still had my healing abilities. โWhat are you doing out here?โ His voice was steady, but there was something beneath it. Something edged with suspicion.I forced a casual shrug, even as my heart pounded. โJust needed some air.โHis gaze flickered to my hand, his wolf-sharp senses picking up something I couldnโt hide. I shifted, angling my body away from him, but it was too late. His fingers caught my wrist before I could react, his grip firm but not harsh.โApril.โ His tone was low, unreadable. โYouโre hurt.โI swallowed hard. I couldnโt tell if it was an observation or an accusation. Having no other option, I exposed my hand letti
Auctioned To The Wolf King ย ย ย A Deal in the Shadows
Cadenโs knowing smile lingered in my mind long after he disappeared, leaving me alone in the dimly lit kitchen. My heart raced, and my breaths came shallow as I stared at the shattered pieces of the cup on the floor. His words clung to me like a second skin, both tantalizing and terrifying. How did he know about the Lunaris Hemlock? And why had no one else told me? I sank into the nearest chair, my body trembling with the weight of the revelation. My blood wasnโt just different. It had been deliberately tampered with. By who? My father? Duncan? Someone else entirely? The room felt colder and emptier without Cadenโs unnerving presence, but his offer hung heavy in the air. To awaken my wolf, to finally stand beside Duncan as his equal, I had to make a deal with the devil. But would Duncan see it that way? The thought of his reaction made my stomach twist. Iโd promised to help him take down my father, yet here I was, making secret bargains with the Vampire King. Would Duncan ever
