Regan’s POV, I was still seated in the carriage when Simpson; the pack's Alpha showed up. He had an air of arrogance about him, one which I wouldn't condone."You are welcome, my Prince. It must have been a tough journey. I am ashamed that one of my pack members put you through the rigor of traveling down the uneven terrain of Collen," Simpson said, bowing his head."Insolence! Mockery!" I yelled down at him and beckoned my guards to help me out of the carriage."I am sorry my Prince…" Simpson said and I smirked.As my clutches were passed to me, one of my guards attempted to help me stand on the clutches. I balanced my gait firmly and struck him on the head with one of the crutches"How dare you!?""I deserve to die!" He fidgeted and fell to his knees with blood streaming down his face."Gather everyone, a royal edict is here," I said to Simpson as I hopped along."They are waiting at your command, my Prince," Simpson said and I hopped on, ignoring him.I turned around and I noticed
Regan’s POV, Ashley's cold grip on my leg sent shivers down my spine. The feeling was alien, but I ignored it. I smashed her bloody hands on the floor and balanced on my clutches. With my shoulders held high, I limped out of the hall without looking back. My guards filed out right behind me and behind them were Simpson and his guards. Everyone shuddered and kept mute like they had just seen a ghost. A subtle smile spread across my face and I felt accomplished. Simpson and his guards bowed while I settled into my carriage. My guards filed up on either side of the carriage and we proceeded out of the territory of the Moonlight Pack. The journey back to the palace was more hectic than I had thought, but I wasn't deterred, I made someone a scapegoat already. The news will travel far and wide, and no one will despise me anymore. I’m a damn prince! Slowly, the carriage descended and we journeyed into the woods. It was Twilight when we approached the palace. My face contorted into
Ashley’s POV, My eyes fluttered open, and all I saw was darkness. My mouth was dry and my body was sore. A painful moan escaped my throat but couldn't escape from my chapped lips. I was weak and I could barely move. My vision was blurry and I blinked my eyes, repeatedly. Gradually, my vision became clear, but even at that, I couldn’t get a sense of anything. I was in a light plain gown, laying on something hard, perhaps a wooden bed. Attempting to adjust myself, I pricked my sore skin and moaned weakly.Immediately, someone dashed towards me and that was my father. ‘Ashley!”His gloomy eyes pierced into my soul as he whispered my name hoarsely. “Are you alright? Are you alright?” Anxiously he started checking me out, obviously relieved to see me awake. My gaze settled on my stepmother and beside her was Becca. They were both snarling at me which isn’t something new, but the new and puzzling question is 'what I’m doing here in a strange room? How did I end up here?'I gazed back
Ashley’s POV,It was a sunny morning. The rosy hues of the sun were seeping through the window. I had always hated mornings but today, I was terrified of it. I wondered what will become of me. "What exactly is my fate?" I questioned myself and tried to get through to Skylar, but she was mute. “Skylar?” I mumbled softly several times but she zoned me out and I needed no one to tell me she was angry. Sighing sadly, I looked over at Rossie who was sleeping awkwardly beside me. She was sitting on a pew, resting her head on my bed while her hair sprawled on her face. She was snoring heavily like the night was just starting. A chuckle broke out of my lips as I adjusted her properly. I felt bad for depriving her of her sleep last night. I had cried like a suckling toddler while she stuck by my side.For the next few moments, I got busy checking out my bruises. Different weird thoughts hit me as I trailed my fingers over the sores. The sores look no different from yesterday, it was st
My eyes adjusted to the sun as soon as I was out in the open. A crowd had gathered and they were waiting; waiting to scorn me.Yes, it is the trend in Moonlight Pack. Everyone is always on the lookout for the initiation, anytime anyone is demoted to a slave. This is a typical initiation. I had become a spectacle. The reality of my new status hit me hard as I stared into the mocking face of the crowd.Becca and her mother were at the forefront. My father was not in sight, Stanley wasn't in sight either, but I could feel his presence."Ahh!" I yelled as a whip descended on my shoulder. "Move!" One of the guards ordered and lashed me again. At the second whip, my dress tore exposing my flesh and a great part of my left breast.There was nothing to be ashamed of, Prince Regan already stripped me naked the previous day.My senses seemed to have become dull to pain. I was whipped at intervals and I barely felt the pain until I saw blood flowing down my dress."You look delicious, baby,"
Unknown PoV Given the number of Prince Adams' escorts, it was obvious that my scent wouldn't be made out. But my mission is one that I don't give chances. My Master's survival is the only reason for my existence. I hardly take on my wolf form but it seemed to be best suited for the mission at hand. With that thought, my transformation began. I shifted, and in no time I landed on my four limbs. My wolf was happy, I had deprived it of coming out on numerous occasions. This is because I needed to be alert. More than my wolf instincts, I needed my human instincts and perceptions to carry out my obligations. "I am sorry Sam," I said as usual but he was silent. With my cloaking technique, I concealed my scent. Not that my scent could be made out amidst the scent of almost thirty guards that were with the Prince, but like I've said, I don't give chances. With my cloaking ability, I locked my scent up within my body, it's one of my numerous supernatural abilities. Thinking about it, t
Ashley's POVI was still sleeping when my ears caught the sound of footsteps. My ears twitched and my eyes flung open. Without wasting time, I sprang to my feet taking on a defensive poise. One of my fists was drawn back and the other held a jaw bone tightly.I launched forward but my assailant dodged my attack, holding my wrists captive.I raised my leg to plunge a kick into his chest but then his face came into view, he was the guy from last night. My leg fell limply and he held my wrists tighter as I steadied my gait."Are you dumb? You almost got yourself killed! You should have talked!" I yelled and jerked my hands out of his hold.Hands in the air, he looked into my eyes and chuckled slightly before looking away."It's not funny… I mean, can't you talk? What you all know how to do is feast on others and ramble!" I yelled but he said nothing.I dropped back to my corner angrily and he maintained his position, a few steps away from me.He seemed to have been standing guard over m
Two days laterAshley's PovAlpha Simpson's guards took their position by my side, two guards on each side. They led me out of the clinic into the carriage waiting outside.I climbed into the carriage and took my seat, between guards. It was obvious that I was being escorted as an offender. I wondered where they were taking me but I did not dare to ask.The carriage passed through my father's apartment and I wish I could see him again. How I wished I had my freedom.I was surprised when we arrived at our destination, it was Alpha Simpson's residence. I never knew he would accept me into his residence.I got out of the carriage and I was led in by the guards. We were almost approaching the entrance when the guards suddenly halted, I did too.It was Alpha Simpson's eldest son, his aura was strong but not as strong as his father's and Prince Regan's. I bowed, likewise the guards."You! Lift your head!" He commanded and I knew the command was directed at me.Seeing my bruises-filled face