LOGINElena’s POVI turn to him quickly, ready to throw questions about whatever was just whispered to him and I see that he’s expecting it. His side eyes are already looking towards my direction so at the last minute I decide it isn’t worth it.Now isn’t the time.Throwing questions at him won't change the situation; instead, it will only rile him up in public.There were other places and time to do things like that.To be able to get what I want, I need him to have trust in my public behavior.Only when he trusts my public behavior would I get certain rights. I can leave the madness for our private time. I have to seem unproblematic in his eyes— that is the only way I can begin to strategize and get what I want out of him.So I take a sip of water before lifting my fork delicately. “This soup is so tasty.” I say to one of the elder‘s wives sitting beside me who smiles in return.“Oh Absolutely, Luna. Those omegas have something they’re good at after all.”I stiffen but quickly manage to
Elena’s POV The doors open to the council hall and every head turns to me as I take slow steady steps in. Chin up just like he had instructed."This is what makes you the perfect luna,” he had said to me early this morning.I feel his presence even before I set my eyes on him. The alpha energy, heavy and territorial, brushing against my skin like a warning. But I refused to shrink.Today, I play the role he asked for... the role of the perfect luna.The one they all expect. I lift my chain higher, my steps gliding. The silk of my dress whispers as I cross the hall and I can practically feel his eyes tracing every measured movement, possibly looking for any mistakes he can use against me later. But I don't give him any. I spent the last few days, and especially last night, perfecting my walk and behavior around others—something fitting for my new status. The way I hold my shoulders, the softness of my almost non-existent smile and the obedience painted across my face like a mask,
Lukas’s POVI stand watching her carefully.Every movement, every breath, every flicker in her eyes. She’s desperate, I can feel it. Desperate to free her friend from my sharp claws. And I enjoy it. It is a little price to pay for all the unnecessary stress she has put me through in the past.And now… There’s something else.A shift in her posture, a slight sway of her hips and a deliberate, lowered gaze.She wants to offer me something, something that she thinks will make me bend.Or does she.“So you say you know what I want. And what could that be?”She swallows, trying hard to put on that brave face that keeps eluding her.“Yeah, uhm…like I said earlier, I am willing to do whatever you want.” I smirk. “Really?” She nods, without looking at me.“And what is it you think I want?”Her lashes flutter. “Uh—hh, I don’t know but anything will go.”“Hmm.” I step forward.“Are you sure if I name my price, you can pay?”She blinks, walking back and dropping her head to the ground. “Uh
Elena’s POV“Wait.” I call out, stopping him in his tracks. He stands by the door—arms crossed as if waiting for me to do something.“We need to talk.” I say softly.“Okay, about what again.”I steady myself, my pulse beating so fast, I start thinking my heart will explode into tiny pieces.The memory of the events of the past few minutes didn’t do much to ease the tension.I take a deep breath again, not willing to back down even though he has already shown that he probably won’t change his mind, I’m not ready to back down either. “Uhm, it’s uhm, it’s about Tess.” I began, praying that my voice manages to remain steady.“Mhmm. What about her? I thought we already had this conversation?”“I mean we did.” I move closer but remain careful not to cross a boundary. “But it didn’t quite go well and I believe I’m part to blame for that.”“Really?”“Oh yes, I should never have spoken to you in the way I did. I should never have angered you.”“Okay…”“So—o,” I move closer, each step makin
Lukas’s POV“Put it down.” I say but she doesn’t listen.Instead, she tightens the group of her arms on her chest, as if I’m going to rip them away and do something to her.I roll my eyes, looking away.“I’m not going to touch you if that is what you’re thinking.”But whether or not she is thinking it doesn’t change the fact that I am. My teeth press tightly as I am suddenly reminded that we are yet to do it. Consummate our bond.She seems to quickly catch on to my thoughts and I see a flicker of panic in her eyes before they disappear and she tries to stay on topic so we don’t go deeper in whatever is going on in our minds. “So why are you here? I mean, I know this is your palace, but… but you can’t just come in without you know… knocking.”I flick her a sharp stare, letting her know her words hold no water.“I knocked.” I reply finally, my voice low. although I wasn’t trying to hide the infuriation I was feeling inside me because I did knock and got no response.“No, you didn’t.
Elena’s POVAfter my parents leave the palace, I finally have time for myself and waste none of it in running to my room to find that peaceful solitude I need.Even as Bianca tries to follow me in, I stop her immediately, letting her know that I need my privacy. “But your highness, it’s the evening and we need to change you into your night wear.”I sigh. “Bianca, please I really need this time alone. I am ready to do anything in the world to have you leave me alone for the next few hours.” I walk closer to her, holding a hand in mine.“If you’re scared about the alpha finding out, then don’t be because he won’t. It’s already the evening and he has definitely retired to his chambers for the day so relax because no one is going to find out. Just let me have this space for a few hours.” I plead and at that moment, I can't help but think that a stranger passing by wouldn’t even know if I am truly the luna. Because what use is a luna who doesn’t have power to make certain decisions like







