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62-Defeated
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Contractually Married my ex-mate's father 65-
Chapter Sixty FiveAriaI almost didn’t go.The invitation had arrived an hour before sunset. It has been delivered without announcement, and sealed in Zane's signature. There was no flourish, and no audience. Just my name written in ink I recognized instantly.West chambers. Tonight.There had been something deliberate about the simplicity of it, and then there was the dress.It had come separately, folded in deep charcoal silk, softer than anything I owned. When I first touched it, I told myself it was just fabric, it was just another gesture, and just strategy.But when I held it against myself, I felt the intention behind it.The cut was elegant, high neckline, long sleeves, fitted waist, but the skirt the skirt was treacherous. Twin slits ran up both sides, daring and sharp, revealing flashes of thigh when I moved. The back dipped lower than modesty required. It wasn’t vulgar, it was intimate and I hated that I understood the meaning behind it.I stood before the mirror longer th
Contractually Married my ex-mate's father 64-Stay away from Aria
Chapter Sixty FourZaneThe morning after the ball did not feel like victor, it felt like an aftermath. The palace corridors were quieter than usual, but not calm. Whispers lingered in corners, servants moved with careful awareness, and eyes lowering too quickly when I passed.Even a child would be able to tell why. Word had spread of the duel, the blade and the humiliation that came with it. While all of that might have been worrisome to some people, I had not slept.Because every time I closed my eyes, I saw Aria standing in firelight, blood at her lip, spine straight, gaze steady, and I heard Adeline’s voice.Ask him what he told me that night.She had no right, no right to drag my name into her desperation.That was the thought that echoed in my head as I turned sharply down the eastern corridor. A maid nearly collided with me and froze mid-step.“Where is she?” I asked.“What?” Her throat bobbed. “My lord?”“Adeline.” The name tasted stale.“I…I’m not certain, my lord.” She was s
Contractually Married my ex-mate's father 63-I'll fix this
Chapter Sixty ThreeAriaThe applause did not fade all at once. It thinned, like rain easing into mist.Adeline was pulled to her feet by two guards, her white garments stained with streaks of marble dust and humiliation. Her hair, once immaculate, clung to her face in disarray. The crimson gown she had shed lay forgotten at the edge of the circle like a discarded lie.I stood where I had left her, breathing steady, with blood drying at the corner of my mouth. Without a word, they began to escort her toward the exit. The crowd parted eagerly, whispering already, devouring what they had witnessed, and then she laughed.It wasn’t loud, nor was it hysterical. It was sharp, so sharp it sent goosebumps racing down my spine.The guards tightened their grip, but she twisted just enough to look at me over her shoulder.“You think you’ve won?” she called, her voice carrying farther than it should have.A hush rippled outward, but I did not move. She smiled, and this time there was nothing thea
Contractually Married my ex-mate's father 62-Defeated
Chapter Sixty TwoAriaThe applause that followed Dario’s announcement did not sound celebratory,it sounded hungry. Like the people had been promised a feast made for royalty, and now they were starving and couldn't wait to be served.I watched the musicians lower their instruments, servants moved swiftly, clearing the center of the hall with practiced precision. Tables were rolled back, chairs were lifted and the polished marble floor that I had so carefully arranged for dancing was stripped bare for blood.Torches were brought forward too.Their flames flared high, heat licking the air, and casting long shadows against the gilded walls. The chandeliers dimmed just enough that the firelight ruled the room now,in a way that felt golden, feral, and unforgiving.Guests formed a wide circle, and I took that as a sign that this was really happening.I stepped forward first. My gown was deep obsidian silk, fitted through the bodice and flowing at the hips. It wasn't ideal for combat, but I
Contractually Married my ex-mate's father 61-The gala
Chapter Sixty OneAriaThe night of the ball arrived wrapped in gold and expectation.The Great Hall had been transformed into something almost celestial. Cascades of crystal chandeliers shimmered overhead, scattering light like fractured stars across polished marble floors. Silver threaded banners draped from the vaulted ceilings, each one bearing intricate sigils woven to catch the candlelight. Long banquet tables curved along the perimeter, heavy with wine, sugared fruits, roasted meats glazed to perfection. Musicians lined the raised gallery, their strings and flutes weaving a melody that felt both regal and intimate.It was flawless.Every candle placed exactly where I had envisioned it, every seat arranged with intention, every alliance positioned like pieces on a board, and yet all I could see, was her.On her knees. Naked and in his office. Two days had passed, two sleepless, suffocating days, and yet, the image had not dulled. It had only sharpened.I remembered the way my ha
Contractually Married my ex-mate's father 60-Seduction up your sleeve
Chapter SixtyZaneThe reports on my desk was a pile of useless ink. I'd tried to make sense of them, I'd tried to convince myself that maybe they were useful after all, but no matter what the fuck I did, it didn't work.Against my better judgement,I gave the reports one more glance. All they held were vague mentions of sightings in the eastern marshes, whispers of "hybrids" that didn't smell like wolf or man, and yet possessed the lethal traits of both.I hated to admit it, but they were a fucking threat, a shadow growing in the dark while my own Council was busy trying to gut my marriage for sport. I felt a spiral of cold, black fury tightening in my chest, the kind that usually ended with someone’s throat in my hand.Like I wasn't already going through it all, two sharp knocks echoed on my door.I didn't turn. I stayed staring out the floor-to-ceiling window at the jagged treeline of the northern woods."Come in.” I muttered after what seemed like forever. “Report."The door swingi
Contractually Married my ex-mate's father 12-Push and pull
Chapter TwelveAriaI didn't know why I climbed down from the bed, and I certainly didn't know why I inched closer to Zane with every step.Gosh, I could see his lips move, but I couldn't hear a single thing he was saying.My brain was just focused on his lips.I knew he asked a question, but what
Contractually Married my ex-mate's father 10-The Promise
Chapter TenAriaZane leaned against the bathroom door with an easy smirk etched on his lips.His annoyingly striking facial features stared at me mockingly. His mop of long, wet black hair fell over his brooding, viridian eyes that bored holes into my body and dripped water down the center of his
Contractually Married my ex-mate's father 14-The attack
Chapter FourteenAriaSlowly, I added another finger to my clit, drawing gentle, unsure strokes and circles. I gaped, feeling a rush of pleasure travel down my spine, mixing with the heat of the pre-cum dripping down my legs.My teeth clamped my lower lip so hard that it became swollen and flushed.
Contractually Married my ex-mate's father 8-whispers of prophecy
Chapter EightZaneAria Nightwind had never been anything but a prospective daughter-in-law to me. Make no mistake, she was beautiful.Beautiful in all the ways a blooming rose could be. But I willed myself not to spare her a second glance.I made sure I observed her with indifference then, just en
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