Alice (POV) -
I don't know what got into me. I stripped off my tee, followed by my sweatpants. Fumbling with the clasp of my bra. I released my breasts. His eyes widened; I have a slim body, but I am top-heavy. It is surprising for others when they find unexpected curves under my dress. My nipples tightened to attention in the chilled air of the room. My panties followed. I could sense his breathing getting heavy. I could not help smiling slightly. I stood silent and straight before him, nervous, the flush of my sudden nudity tinting my skin.Lucian finally moved from his position, but he did not approach me. Instead, he walked towards a dresser and picked up something.A whip? Some degrading sex toys?I had no idea what kind of sick person he was, but if he hurt me, I was not staying, no matter what. He returned carrying God knows what. His eyes fell on me again. I blushed under that heated gaze. "My God! How lovely you are," he said aAlice I hugged myself and took a few short deep breaths, as Lucian left to shower. My nipples were incredibly sensitive, I was fuming and turned on all at the same time!Only someone like Lucian could do both, making me angry and horny at the same time. I got dressed and was contemplating what to do with myself when he emerged from the shower shirtless and wearing a pair of pyjama pants. Darn it! I thought."Well, are you ready yet?" He asked casually while I tried not to stare drool or lunge at him."I am ready," I replied.He stared at me for a few seconds, then strode towards me."You are going to drive all the males crazy down there, you reek of arousal." He said, with a taut face."I..... I can't help it," I mumbled incoherently."Yes, you can, but you are stubborn," he replied, then ran his hand through his hair.He smelled wonderful, musky with a hint of mint. His wet hair was falling on his forehea
Alice (POV) - We moved slowly to a table in the middle of the wall at the other end of the hall, those we passed all bowed their heads. I noticed that after we had gone by, most of them raised their noses and scented the air. Realizing everyone we walked past knew what Lucian and I had just done upstairs was embarrassing. I was blushing deeply by the time we reached our table.The conversation at our table was pleasant. I was seated with Katherine and Savannah; several other girls and ladies were sitting with me alongside the long table.The dinner was terrific, steaks, roasted chicken, vegetables, pasta, salads, literally everything one could wish for, and I consumed them with gusto.Lucian was busy talking to some other people on the other side of the room, so I was quite on my own. Except for the fact that I was being interrogated by curious girls. The one sitting opposite me was barely 18, and she was staring at me with awe. As if I wa
Alice's POV - I felt Lucian's presence behind me as soon as Eliza had spoken up. I admit I was glad he was there. Lena, my wolf was suddenly on the edge, and Eliza's questions did not make things easier. Somehow, I was never comfortable talking about dad's death. The people in my pack knew it, but here it was a different ball game. People were going to ask a question."Sorry to interrupt, but your Luna is now tired. So, it's time we break the party."Lucian announced as he placed his hand on my shoulder, gesturing me to leave. Though I enjoyed the dinner, I was glad to leave. My eyes were drooping. I did not realize I was tired. I was ushered back into the Alpha quarters soon after."You were great! " Lucian said while smiling at me."I enjoyed it too," I beamed, which was a genuine answer."Did you meet vampires in Europe?" He asked while sitting on the couch and pulling me next to him.I laughed."Aunt Flora has many fr
Lucian kept his promise, and we did nothing. Rather, I dozed off soon after I landed on the bed, my exhaustion finally caught up. I woke with a start at about 8 am. The spot beside me on the bed was empty. The dishevelled state of the bed and the sheets stated that he had left the bed recently. I felt quite lonely and disappointed as if I was expecting him to wake me up.The bathroom door suddenly opened, and Lucian stepped out showered and shaved, a towel tied low, very low on his waist. I had seen him semi-naked before, but it was always intimidating to see his perfectly sculpted body.He smirked with the like-what-you-see look, and I realized I was gawking. I turned away, averting my eyes. He talked while he got ready."I have things to take care of today, love," Lucian said, throwing the towel away casually, giving me a glorious view of his bum.I turned a deeper shade of red, even though I am a werewolf and used to male nudity.He dressed in crisp shirt and
Lucian walked into the study/library, whatever it was while I clutched the edge of the table behind me with both my hands. I was scared as hell! He was talking to someone on the phone and ignored me. I waited quietly leaning on the table, afraid to move. He slipped the phone into the inner pocket of his jacket. Then put two fingers under my chin and tilted my face until I met his eyes. He leaned forward and kissed my mouth. It was not an unfamiliar gesture to me; we had done more than kissing. However, something was demanding in the way he kissed. I tried to relax, tried to kiss him back, though I was trembling. He stopped abruptly."I could hear your heartbeat at the entrance. You are scared."I was uncertain if it was a question or a statement. I licked my lips."I am not scared; I was just startled."He arched a brow."Startled! Why so? Were you expecting someone else?" He gave a sly smile.I was certain he would be angry and probably kill me i
Alice (POV) -"I need to tell you something," I said, looking into his green depths."Sure, tell me, love, what is it?"I took a deep breath and braced myself.His phone buzzed suddenly. His eyes rolled down to its flickering screen. Then turned up at me."I am sorry, love, but I need to take this call." He said, looking at me apologetically.I nodded, leaving his hand."Yes, Damon," he spoke into the phone.His brows furrowed. He pinched the bridge of his nose as if dissipating the tension."Apprehend their families, and send out the trackers," he said.I had no idea what he was talking about but, I could make out, he was not pleased. He cut the call, then looked at me."Sorry about that, but we'll have to return. Something has come up, back in the pack." He said tersely."Everything alright?" I asked though it was obvious that was not the case.He looked down at his intertwined fingers for a few minutes, then look
Alice -I awoke to the chirping of birds on the windowsill. I checked my watch instantly. It was 5 am, still quite early. I turned my head towards the lovely sound, usually, the windows remained closed for security reasons. I wondered who opened it."Good morning, dear," Lucian's voice called out from across the room.Startled slightly, I turned towards the source of his voice, instinctively pulling the sheets over my body as I caught sight of him. He disengaged himself from the chair near the fire, looking extremely stiff and haggard. He sat down near the bed and smoothed out the bed covers before him. He looked very exhausted, with dark circles under his eyes."Are you ok?" I asked, concerned.He reached out to rub my foot through the sheets. He wanted comfort; I could sense that. Wolves like to touch each other when they are stressed."You look like, hell! What happened?"He ran his hand through his hair, "I didn't get to sleep last nig
Katherine and Savannah watched in horror as I prepared to fight Eliza for the challenge."Why are you doing this, Eliza?" She asked."I am the best and strongest female of this pack. Even Alpha Lucian acknowledged that. What is the harm in challenging the Luna? It's fair." She shrugged."Are you stupid? You are challenging the mate bond! You cannot take a mate's place through some challenge, stop it immediately! Alpha Lucian will not be happy." Katherine warned.She was right, but Eliza looked determined. I could smell the jealousy from her. This was the perfect opportunity to step away from the mate bond. Lucian already had an interested candidate.I could just walk away, or lose the challenge? But I could not do that. I was not in control anymore... Lana was.I posed, ready to attack. Without further ado, I burst out of my clothes, shifting into a brown wolf.There were yelps and gasps around me. They were seeing Luna's true form for the first time