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Bella's POV I looked at Sadie's and Jasper's retreating figures as Chad carried me away. All of these years, all of this pain because of a lie. I regret believing in Jasper. He was never my mate. No wonder Sadie hates me. Does this mean that I have a mate somewhere? I looked at Chad, and I felt a pang in my heart. I wish he had been my mate. "Don't overthink it." Chad says, pinching my chin softly when we entered the spacious common room. Elise ran towards me when she saw me. She sat next to me on the couch, grasping my trembling hands. "I have to go back and make sure the crowd gets cleared off the entrance." Chad said. He looked at me intently before he left. He stopped without turning back and added. "He will fucking pay for what he did. That's my promise to you." His anger was tangible. I let out a shaky breath. Elise wrapped her arms around me. "He is a monster, Bella. I can't believe that his wolf allowed him to do this to you when they have their own mate." Elise was i
Hendrick's POV The days passed by in a blur. Bella continued to sneak out unbeknownst to Chad at every opportunity to practice her magic on me. I had never suspected her of being a witch before. She asked me to keep her secret from Chad, afraid that he might hate her for that. I know my brother. She could literally stab him, and he would forgive her on the spot. He was utterly in love with her and I was fucking afraid that I might be in love with her as well. She put her hands on my bare chest as she closed her eyes and whispered some spells. I sighed, relishing in her touch. If Chad happens to walk on us at this moment, he will lose it, but I don't care as long as I get to enjoy her touch and closeness. Every night, I dream about her, but in my dreams, she looks slightly different. In my dreams, her honey blond hair is the color of gold.. Bella meets my eyes and frowns. "What are you thinking?" She asks. I can't tell her I dream about her almost every night. She has never given
Chad's POV I was blinded by rage when I saw Hendrick cupping Bella's face, ready to kiss her. I knew she was upset, I felt it. I went straight to her room, looking for her. When I didn't find her, I knew instantly where she was. I stormed my way to Hendricks room, not expecting to find such a scene. I knew long ago he had developed feelings for her. Cobalt was enraged as I was. I lunged myself at Hendrick with an overpowering thirst for blood. Bella tried to stop me, but Cobalt saw Hendrick as a thread. We were practically the same person. It was a given that Bella could be attracted to him as well. Cobalt wanted to eliminate that thread. My rage turned to utter dispair when I saw her kneeling on the floor. My heart leaped to my throat as I registered the blood running down her legs. I scooped her in my arms and ran with her towards the pack's hospital. "Chad, it hurts!!" She clutched her stomach desperately. Her beautiful face was constricted with pain and marred with overflow
Bella's POV The piercing coldness of the urn with my sons ashes hurt my skin. I kissed it before placing it next to my father's. Chad puts a hand on my shoulder once I step back after living the tiny urn in its niche. We moved away to let Jasper have a moment as well. He has tried to talk to me before, but Chad's aura was like a barrier around me. I feel like I couldn't breathe, but I clung to Chad as if he were my lifeline. Maybe I was destined to never become a mother. Maybe it was Selene's punishment for not waiting for my mate and falling for Jasper's lies. Bryson, my child, I'm sorry. My chest hurt, but I didn't want the people to see me break. Saidy and Arona must be waiting to see me down, to gloat. I leaned against Chad's body, seeking solace. I buried my face against his chest to suppress a sob. His chest rumbled with a low growl, probably because of someone trying to approach me. He didn't let anyone get close to me. and I was thankful for that. I didn't want fake sym
Chad's POV Fucking bliss was the moment I slid between her thighs. I lifted one of her legs by her thigh to go deeper inside of her. "Harder Chad. I love you, don't stop." That was my undoing. My thrusts increased in speed and intensity. I pressed my ear on her cheek, savoring her loud moans. Her screams of pleasure were all my doing. The grip of her pussy on my coat was mind blowing. "You feel so fucking good, Bella and you are all mine!!" I grunted between thrusts. My fangs elongated itching to brand her with my mark once and for all, but I bit her shoulder instead, piercing her sweet skin, making her cum wrapped around my cock. I followed right after her, thrusting inside of her pussy even deeper. "Mine!" I hissed in her ear, licking my lips of the blood remnants. A few moments later my cock was still hard and I was still inside of her. She touched her shoulder where my bite had started to heal already. "You didn't mark me." She said softly. "If you accept me, I want to m
Hudson's POV I was in a fucking good mood right now. One by one, all the obstacles will fall apart. I served myself another cup of bourbon smiling to myself, contemplating my impending victory. "You look exceptionally happy today, Hudson?" My sister Arona points out the obvious as she twirls the contents of her cup of wine. She seats on the couch, crossing her legs nonchalantly as she studies me from afar. "I am, and you better keep your matters under careful watch. I won't hesitate to eliminate your puppet if he continues to be a problem." I pointed a finger at her with the hand I was holding my cup. She stands up furioulsy. "You wouldn't dare! He is my mate!" She says it as if that would stop me. "Please, Arona." I scoff. "You and I are the same. If you wanted to acknowledge him as your mate, you will be playing the dutyful Luna at the White Claw pack by now. Instead, you're here, trying to become the Queen of this country." I raise my cup as if toasting before taking a
Bella's POV I entered my room after training. I was still feeling annoyed about my encounter with Hudson. I took a shower before heading dowsntairs to eat with Elise. Chad and Dane weren't here today. I don't even want to think about Chad's reaction when he finds out. The idea of challenging Arona to a fight came in the heat of the moment. I have been feeling this all-consuming anger after losing my child. I can't even cry anymore. I feel this constant pressure inside my chest, and only when Chad is with me I'm able to breathe again. I stepped out of the bathroom in my bathrobe. I was drying my hair with a towel when a subtle scent of jaszmins hit me. "Camille, are you here?" She materialized right in front of me. She knew how to become invisible. Something that she had been teaching me, but it takes time to master it. She smiled gently at me. "Princess, shouldn't you be taking it easy? Are you back to training so soon?" She spoke with concern. I walked towards the vanity and sat
Chad's POV I was meeting with Abelina and Fort at the church's bar. Usually, our meetings occur during the night, but Abelina said she had important news. I also wanted to ask her about her vision. In her vision, there was a woman who would be either my doom or glory. So I asked her if she has had any more visions lately. "No, my king. That vision happened to me just once. The reason I called for a meeting is because I discovered something important. I started investigating why the North Natbian royals hadn't sought marriages from the Keladian royal line for years. It turns out that it was a well-kept secret that Alpha King Aaron's mate was a witch. They married in secret and had two children, Alpha King Hudson and Princess Arona." "The fuck!" I snarled. "How did you come up with this information?" The mere thought of having been hosting witches at my home for weeks and so close to Bella made my heart raced, and I felt a sinking sensation in the pit of my stomach. "I told yo
Bella's POV After I showered an hour later, the maids, whom I now knew as Alyssa and Lana, helped me into a breathtaking Thalia dress. The metallic color added to its beauty, but Chad consumed my thoughts. I let them do my hair and makeup, feeling like a mannequin. They hardly spoke to me, only asking for my opinion on my preferred color palette or high heels. The walk-in closet was filled with luxurious items from all the haute couture brands, including mine. "Is this to your liking, Your Highness?" Alyssa asked. I nodded, not really paying attention to her. When I stood up, I gazed into the mirror. It was me, but somehow, I looked so different. My hair fell in delicate waves all the way to my waist, and a small tiara adorned my head. The high heels accentuated the shape of my calves, and my skin shimmered, making me glow even more. The sultry makeup gave me a vibrant and lively appearance, even though I felt dead inside. "Are you ready to go now, Princess Bella?" Lana asked.
Bella's POV Balzaree Everything is dark. I don’t know how long I’ve been unconscious. My body isn’t responding, but I can hear everything around me. What did Camilla do to me? And what did I do to Chad? My stomach plummeted as I remembered what I had done. Oh Goddess, Chad! Gut-wrenching pain consumes me. What have I done!? I want to run to him, but my body won’t obey. A cold hand brushes the hair off my face. No, stop it. Only Chad is allowed to do that. “She’s a Goldenthorn through and through. A spitting image of her mother,” a woman remarks with a chuckle. “Good job, Camilla,” the lady praises Camilla, sounding joyful. “At your humble service, Queen Aster,” Camilla replies, her voice dripping with pride for receiving the praise of her queen, my grandmother. Fuck! Am I in Balzaree? It hits me then. Camilla brought me here. That cunning bitch. Why did I trust her? Why did I fall for someone's lies again? I'm so stupid!! “Why hasn’t she woken up yet? Are you sure that what
An uneasiness creeps into my gut as I tug at my shirt's collar for the umpteenth time. Dane looks at me, and knowing me too well, he senses something is wrong with me. "Don't tell me you're nervous. This is just the legal union. She's been yours since the moment you saw her at that cavern." He pads my back with a smirk. His tux stretches against his burly frame, and I smirk back at him. "Elise managed to make you look decent for once," I remark, lightening the mood. Trent and Ace came in carrying their gurgling pups. I can definitely picture myself with 2 or three pups. All of them with Bella's eyes. "What!" Dane suddenly received a mind link. "Elise is being rushed to the hospital! So soon!" He panics. He lost his first mate to childbirth "She’s with Grace,” Fort burst in, followed by Tessa and Lira. Dane was already heading out the door. The women grabbed the babies from their dads and also started to leave. "I will return to Bella, and Lira will check on Elise," Tessa sa
Bella's POV I wake up from a long sleep, sitting up abruptly. “Chad!” I exclaim. He stirs beside me and wraps his arms around my waist. “Today is the wedding! I have so many things to do!” He simply tightens his hold. “Come back to bed, ma chérie,” he says in that husky voice that always makes me crave him. I push his hand away, and the blankets slip to my feet. “Not today. Everything needs to be perfect. I finally get to mark you.” That wakes him up; he quickly gets off the bed, but before I can move away, he grabs me by the waist, pulling me flush against him. “You’ll at least shower with me, won’t you?” His breath is hot against my ear, sending tingles through my body. My resolve melts instantly. “Okay, but we need to be quick,” I say breathlessly. “I’m ready!” he replies with a devilish smile, pointing at the appalling bulge in his boxers. "The shower, I meant," I reply. My breath hitched when he lifted me up. He tore my nightgown off and tossed it aside. In no time, I
Hudson's POV Arona flinches as I throw another crystal vase against the wall. Since my return, she has not been any help. I can see her struggling to hold back the urge to say, "I told you so," but she knows better than to provoke me when I'm in this fucking mood. Camilla glances at me and sighs. Ever since I arrived, I have been berating everyone nonstop. A warrior enters the living room, fear clearly visible on his face. “A... Alpha King. None of the men made it back to North Natbia.” I snarled and grabbed him by the collar, throwing him against the wall. He landed on top of the shattered glass. Arona snickered from behind. I turned around, pinning her with a menacing stare. The warrior scrambles to his feet and flees the scene. I was still seething. I had to flee Kaladia like a coward. My warriors stood no chance against Bella, and my useless mother was unwilling to confront her. Therefore, I had to leave Bella and everything else behind. “What kind of witches are you two?
Hendrick's POV I entered the room as soon as Chad left. The air still reeked of sex, and I felt a sharp sting of jealousy. Lycans have a much stronger sense of smell than wolves. I felt Bella's scent as I approached the bed—she smells exquisite. That natural aroma of hers calms both me and Chaos. I sat on the chair to gaze at her like a fucking stalker. She stirred in her sleep. Her wolf could sense me, but she did not feel threatened by me. She sleeps peacefully. I resisted the urge to brush the silky strands of hair away from her face. Her pillowy lips are slightly parted as she breathes softly. The palace is bustling with activity, all in preparation for her wedding to Chadwick. My jaw tightens. This infatuation has had to go. She's my brother's mate. The one and only, not a second chance mate, but the one the Goddess intended for him. Holloway signed his death sentence with what he did. I know my brother. He does not forgive easily, especially when it comes to her. Hence, m
**Bella's POV** After Dane shared the great news, I got up from Chad's lap and placed the plate of food on the table. I had been so hungry earlier. Although I usually don’t eat much meat, I felt like I could eat everything on the table. Chad had been feeding me tiny bites when Dane walked in, and I noticed the amused glint in his eyes at the sight of us. Everyone at the palace saw Chad as the big bad wolf, but he was so sweet to me. "So, he's gone!" I exclaimed with excitement. "It seems so," Chad replied, leaning back on the couch and crossing his legs in a figure-four position. "We won't let our guard down, though. Don't forget that he is working with a witch." He focused his gaze on me, and I felt my cheeks flush as I averted my eyes. I grabbed the glass of wine Rose had served earlier and welcomed the bittersweet taste. "I will reinforce the security around the palace. People from neighboring packs have started to arrive for your wedding," Dane said before excusing himself
Chad's POV I witnessed everything in those fleeting seconds from a distance. The chaos that unfolded was overwhelming. Her power was immeasurable; she tore through the magic barriers fiercely. My warriors stood helplessly. There was nothing else to do. She eliminated the threat singlehandedly. Now, I cradle her in my arms inside the car as she sleeps like an angel, not as the terrifying witch who just obliterated an army of warriors. The small lashes on her supple skin finally heal, and I clench my jaw at seeing them. The dried blood that smeared her skin had already begun to flake away. Hendrick speeds past on his motorcycle. He knows what Bella is capable of, so he had no doubts when he took her to that place. I can't help but feel jealous of their closeness. Why does she trust him with her secret and not me? Dane pulls through the castle gates, and I leave the car carrying Bella. As we pass by the common room, the women gasp and look in horror as they see Bella covered in bl
Bella's POV As we approach the crumbling, abandoned building, my heart races like a wild drum in my chest. The eerie silhouette of the structure looms before us, its broken windows resembling dark, unblinking eyes. Despite the unsettling ambiance, my real fear lies not in what might be lurking within those walls but in the possibility of Chad discovering my location. Tonight, I plan to unravel all my secrets to him, a daunting task that sends a flutter of anxiety through me. I rub my palms together, feeling the cool air against my skin, a stark contrast to the warmth of my apprehension. Hendrick catches my gaze, a playful smirk dancing on his lips. “Don’t tell me you’re getting scared? Bella, you single-handedly subdued the four men who tried to kidnap you in Royal City,” he teases, his confidence radiating like a beacon. Though my stomach twists slightly, I can't help but quirk my lips at his words. “Well, I didn’t mean to kill them. I was just learning to harness my newfound p