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Auteur: Ela.Amore
last update Date de publication: 2026-05-03 20:12:52

My eyes widened at what he was suggesting.

"You're scaring the girl, Nate," someone said. I looked behind me to see George push off a pillar where he was leaning on and watching us.

Nate chuckled, the sound rumbling deep in his chest and he took a step back. "Relax, I'm just joking." He replied.

George came to stand with us. "She's gone pale." He said. "And I've been looking all over for her."

I exhaled quietly. "I'll… go," I said and turned, walking away quickly.

I hated this man. Hated everyt
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  • Claimed By The Darkwood Brother    123

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  • Claimed By The Darkwood Brother    122

    GEMMAI barely managed to get enough sleep last night, but staying in Nate's arms was helpful. I just couldn’t shake off the feeling that we were on borrowed time. From all I've heard about the leader of the north, he wasn’t exactly the type to sit idle, doing nothing. It was fishy.When morning came, Nate kissed me and returned to his room, albeit reluctantly. I got out of bed and prepared for the day.As I was dressing up, there was a knock on the door. I was expecting it to be Nate or maybe Astra but, when I was permitted to enter, it was a palace guard. He stepped in and bowed respectfully.“Lady Gemma, I have a message from a representative of the north. He has asked for only your presence, quietly." He said.My heart skipped a beat. Ragnarok's first move… I quickly composed myself and nodded to the guard."Lead the way," I was already ready so I followed him out of the room and closed the door behind me.He took me towards the front of the palace, where guests usually waited. Bu

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    NATEThe tension between Gemma and me didn't quite ease even after we talked. I was still against her siding with Astra’s bold declaration. But, I was still letting Astra hold her secret meetings with the northern people.I was marking my side like this. I was a bit on edge. Ragnarok hadn't said a word or made a move since then. George was the only one who openly shared my concerns. Astra and Gemma were too preoccupied with their plans to think about that.I understood their determination for Astra to step out of Ragnarok’s shadow. But it felt like everything was happening too fast. We were rushing into this.And then there was Gemma, stubborn as ever, fully backing Astra without a second thought. Just because she felt like she related to her story. I knew she was powerful but this felt reckless. I couldn’t help but think about the dangers Astra was bringing in. Gemma was placing herself right in the middle of it all.The palace halls were quiet as I paced outside her room, trying to

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    GEMMAMatteo huffed, “I’m impressed, Astra,” I said honestly, sinking into the chair. “I've looked forward to the day that you would step up and stand up for yourself. But you have to understand, this is a huge risk. If things go wrong, it could go wrong.”“They won’t,” she interrupted again, with a confidence that surprised even me. She faced me. “I’ve learned from the best, Gemma. Watching you, Nate, and even Ragnarok, I can see how leaders operate. I've seen the way they command respect. And it's something I can do."We nodded. "With what I've seen, you're capable," I said."Yeah, now I'm using that knowledge to build my power base. I'm going to take over." She said firmly.I couldn’t help but feel pride. Astra was becoming the leader she always wanted to be. But this was a dangerous game she was playing and one wrong move could bring everything crashing down.“Who have you spoken to?” Matteo asked. He wanted to know just how far she had gone with this plan.“Several of the key fam

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    GEMMAHe didn't just say that. I pulled my hand from his and took a step back. “And what about the danger she’s in? She’s going up against her brother, Nate. Alone. If I don’t stand with her, who will? Who's going to help her?" I asked.Nate tightened his jaw and hesitated before he spoke up, “You don’t know what you’re getting into,” he said. “Ragnarok isn’t just another Alpha. He’s a threat—"“I’ve faced worse,” I interrupted him. “I didn’t survive the Obsidian Wolves just to cower in the shadows again. I’m not afraid of him, Nate. And I won’t let Astra face him alone.”He stared at me for a moment. His eyes searched mine for any sign of hesitation but, there was none. My mind was made up.Finally, Nate let out a breath. “I knew you were going to say that,” he said, running a hand through his hair. “You’re as stubborn as they come, Gemma.”I couldn’t help but smile at that. “You knew that when you took me from Madam Margaret as your mate.”He sighed again, there was a hint of a smil

  • Claimed By The Darkwood Brother    96

    GEMMANate kissed me but then he pulled apart and his eyes searched mine. "Are you sure? Earlier today—"I shut him up with a kiss, winding my hand around his neck. "Shut up," I said, startling myself.He was surprised too but, he quickly recovered. He grabbed my chin and kissed me before one of hi

  • Claimed By The Darkwood Brother    95

    NATEHer lips were soft and warm, and I wound my hand around her waist, pulling her closer to me. She froze but after a while, she responded, tilting her head slightly.Her hands gripped the side of my clothes as if she was holding on. We were moving together, the kiss passionate and so desperately

  • Claimed By The Darkwood Brother    94

    NATEThe next day, the soldiers were gathered in the main hall, ready to hear a word from me. I wore an official uniform and stood at the top of the staircase as they waited. The Luna Queen and George were waiting for me as well.When I stepped forward, they stood behind me. The assembled soldiers

  • Claimed By The Darkwood Brother    93

    GEMMAI looked at George for a while, processing his words. "No, don't say that." I snapped."Gemma, just hear me out." He began."No, George!" I said, "Just stop there. I've believed and trusted everything you've said but, not this one. I can't believe this one.""You said you watched all your fam

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