Kael's POV Sliding back into my car, I rolled the windows down and let the cold night air hit my face, washing away the scent of orgasm. I needed to focus now. There was no room for weakness anymore. I wasn't just fucking Lyra to punish her. No... I was going to use her. I was going to continue manipulating her. Keep her as my perfect little spy inside Damian’s precious palace. She'd report everything back to me just like in the past. She owed me that much after betraying me. After being stupid enough to think she could ever get free. But when I was done... When I finally sat on that fucking throne and crushed Damian under my feet.... I would make sure Lyra paid the ultimate price. After having my baby, she would die a very slow and painful death. I will make sure no betrayal goes unpunished. And a traitor like her didn’t deserve the honor of being my Luna. No. She can't sit by my side as Luna. She deserved nothing but death. The wheels roared as I sped down the highway, cr
Elara's POVI ran out of the palace which had become more suffocating than ever. And I didn’t stop running until I was well away from the palace. Away from those guards. Away from him. The man who had betrayed me yet and again.When I reached the outskirts of town, my legs gave out but thankfully there was a tree around and I collapsed against it, my body sliding down the rough bark until I was sitting in the dirt like some broken thing. I didn't care it was a bare floor, I just sat there, my chest rising and falling with rage.Then a sob tore from my throat before I could stop it, violent and ugly.I pressed my clammy forehead to my knees, fists knotted in my lap, trembling so hard it felt like my bones might shatter into pieces in the next minute.He chose Kael over Ethan. He chose a murderer over his own pack, over his own people. And over me. I knew I wasn't much of a relevance to him but I hadn't expected him to do this to me again.How could I have been so stupid? How could I ha
Elara's POVHe looked around, then leaned closer. "With you, Elara," he said simply.My heart stuttered in my chest, and my face crumpled in confusion. "How? How do I do that?""You have to go back to the palace, Elara. Everything starts there and so is all the answer we need."My anger rose again. "Are you kidding me, Gomez. I can't go back to that sithole unless I burn down the place.""Why would you burn down your father's palace, Elara?" He asked, his voice sharp for the first time today. He ran his hand through his hair in frustration. "Can you stop behaving like a kid whose candy was snatched away.... and be more strategic? You need to get back to the palace, become the Luna once again and that way we can have access to everything and everyone. The company, the Elders, the guards, the maids and every other person who could possibly know anything."Gomez's eyes was blazing with anger as if he could beat some senses into me if it was possible. But I knew he was right. That was ju
Elara's POV"Everything, Luna," she said. "Are you willing to go that far for a common guard?"A common guard? Ethan was no common guard. He was a friend. A family. And I was a bit pissed that she referred to him like that.I didn't want to snap at her and there was no reason to correct her so I just stared at her for a long, long moment, watching as her red painted lips were curling into a disgustingly annoying smirk.Clara. My old assistant. The last person I ever expected to see again, much less involved in something this deep.Clara has always been meek. Quiet as if she never existed but now this.... I wouldn't have believed her, right. But the mischievous look on her face gave her away. She wasn't always as innocent as she looked. Maybe she has never been and I have just been blind to see that.I shoved that aside, concentrating on the issue that really mattered."You," I breathed, my mind scrambling for answers. "How... How do you know everything about Ethan?"Clara tilted her h
Elara's POVBut just as quickly, everything changed. Another instinct—the ones fueled by grief, rage, and cold determination, whispered that I needed her. I needed what she knew. Information was power. And right now, I have none.At this juncture, she had the upper hand and I needed to bring those hands down and place them in mine with whatever means I have.Behind me, I heard Gomez’s footsteps. He stopped just a few feet away, tension radiating from his body like a heatwave."Elara," he said, voice low and warning. "Think very carefully. You don't owe her anything."I was surprised to hear him say that because I didn't know that he could hear us given that he just got here."I know," I murmured, not taking my eyes off Clara. "Why are you doing this?" I asked her bluntly. "Why betray Kael now?"Her mouth twisted into something bitter. "I am not betraying Kael, your Highness," she said. "I haven't even met him yet. I am betraying Lyra. And I believe you know that there is something bet
Elara's POVI studied her for a long tensed second. And this time I was convinced she wasn't lying. At least, not completely. All I saw was a girl who desperately wanted to survive in the chaotic world.Maybe she'd always been out for herself. Maybe she'd never cared for me at all. But for now, her goals aligned with mine. And that was all that mattered. Though, she can't still be completely trusted."Fine," I said at last, my voice as hard as stone. "You help me bring Kael and Lyra down, and I'll make sure you're protected. You'll have your place when this is over."Clara's smile widened triumphantly. "Smart choice, Luna."Gomez was silent beside me, just staring at me with a look that tells me he is neither supportive nor against it. Maybe somewhere in between."What do you know?" I demanded. "Tell me everything. And it should better be worth it."Clara's eyes glittered. "Lyra and Kael are working together. I have never seen them directly together. But I know Lyra might be betraying
Author's POVAfter Damian watched Elara storm away like a raging wildfire, the evidence of her fury was still trailing behind her like smoke that can't be put out. Damian turned away slowly and made his way towards his room, his steps heavier than the last and his thoughts a storm.When he got in, he shut the door behind him, resting on it. He exhaled slowly, but the weight of his encounter with Elara didn’t lift from his chest. He felt bad. No. He felt worse.Of course, he had expected her rage. Prepared for the venom in her voice. But it didn’t make the blow hit any less. If anything it felt like he was broken beyond repair.He had agreed with her, and assured her that he would fight for Ethan. But he didn't. And now the guilt was already eating him whole and alive. Haunting his soul.She’s right, his wolf whispered in his head. 'You betrayed her. You betrayed Ethan.''But I had no choice,' he fired back. Not really. It wasn't his choice. He had to do it to save his child and that
Author's POVA week later.Although everything had died down temporarily, the elders still had their suspicions. They were equally keeping an eye on Kael, their eyes like that of an eagle watching, waiting for him to flop. And also on Damian trying to figure out the real reason why he let Kael go.For one whole week, Elara was nowhere to be found. She hadn't been seen in the palace. Everyone had expected that she was still probably angry at the Alpha for everything and coupled with the fact that justice wasn't exactly served.Today, Alpha Damian sat at the grand hall with Elders Seraphina, Selena, and a few other trusted members of the high circle. They were discussing about the pack matters and how to restore peace.Kael stood by silently near the back, arms crossed with a guarded expression on his face. From the look on the Elders face anytime his eyes met with them, he knew he wasn't exactly wanted here but he equally doesn't care.A sharp knock on the double doors silenced the roo
Elara's POV “You’re staring,” I said, voice like silk, “Alpha. You like what you see? I bet Lyra can't please you the way I do. I bet her pussy isn't as sweet as mine." His jaw tightened with irritation as if I just reminded him of the name he wants to forget. “Don’t pretend you don’t love it,” he growled, taking a step closer, then another, until he was towering over me. I gave a small, knowing smile. Of course, my deliciousness can't be compared to that whore. And the stupid man in front of me had forgotten about her. Forgotten about the woman who was carrying his 'supposed heir'. “Then make me beg," I taunted. "Make me cry, make me moan," my lord." He didn’t need a special invitation. His mouth slammed onto mine, raw with hunger. There was no gentleness or love here. No. Only savage, unrestrained lust. He devoured my lips, dipping his tongue into my mouth, drinking me in and tasting my saliva like I was the only thing barely holding him from going insane. I gasped in his mout
Elara's POV "Alright, my Alpha. I'm more than happy to serve you tonight." The words spilled out of my mouth like silk, sweet and submissive exactly what I knew he'd like to hear, what I wanted him to hear. Pathetic. I even offered him my most charming smile, the kind that I knew use to captivate him in the past. The one that used to make his eyes darken with lust. And just like I expected, they did work. And he was also surprised. He hadn't expected me to say such words but I did anyways and I didn't regret it one bit. Because every word I said… every breath I took in his presence now… was a blatant lie. Inside me? I was screaming in anger. But then my wolf as always was silent at the moment—I realised she was torn between us—obviously wouldn't mind sleeping with her mate, but she was still bothered that I didn't want to do it. I turned back toward the room, the fake smile washing off my face the moment my back was to him. The moment I knew he couldn't see me and a deep fr
Damian’s POV “Elara’s belongings,” I said coolly, my hands tucked behind my back as I addressed the two maids standing near her door alongside with me. “Pack them. Move everything that belonged to her into my chambers. She’ll be staying there from tonight onward.” The maids exchanged a quick glance of uncertainty before bowing and entering the room. I leaned against the wall outside, waiting. After she left earlier, I was suddenly interested and aroused more than I could control. I needed to act fast before she changes her mind, and it was to test her too. To make sure she really meant well. And also to keep an eye incase she tries to carry out her initial threat of 'I will drag you down from that throne.' I don't want her fooling me again like she did with Ethan. I hadn't find out what really happened between them but deep down inside it feels like Ethan betrayed me. He was fooling me while working for her. Because it was the only explanation that made sense after I saw her bre
Lyra's POV Elara..... That sly bitch. She had barely let me step outside before she slammed the door in my face like any more minutes I spent in her room hinted that I was ruining something.... something important, something she was obviously hiding. I stood in the hallway for a breath longer than I should have, my eyes narrowed, heart racing with suspicion. That satchet… that damn pills on her table. I knew exactly what it was. Prenatal vitamins. I was taking the same pills for my baby recently, although it was a different brand. But hell, I still recognised them if I see them anywhere. Could Elara really be pregnant? Or is it possible for someone who isn't pregnant to be taking a prenatal vitamins? I don't think so. The thought made my heart skipped a beat. I turned on my heels, walking down the corridor. If she was pregnant, then who was responsible for it? Was it Damian? Or maybe....... Ethan? My eye widened at my thoughts, but I quickly shook my head in disagreement. I
Elara's POV Once Clara left, I sat down at the edge of the bed and rubbing my temple and sighing in frustration. I had just remembered that I said I was going to move to Damian's room. This was crazy. I didn't even mean to say that. But the word had left my mouth before I could stop them in a desperate bind to make him believe me earlier. I should have never said that no matter what. Sharing a chamber with Damian again felt like inviting a wolf into my den, one I couldn’t quite keep from growling, or biting. And that kiss… the memory of it alone made my stomach twisted with discomfort. And now? I'd be sleeping in his bed tonight. And I don't need any soothsayer to tell me what was to come next. It was crystal clear that he'd try to sleep with me. He’d use it as a test, a way to claim control and even if it isn't that, I could see I still have an effect on him. And the thought of his hands on me for the whatever reasons, the thoughts of his cock inside me after I had sworn not
Elara’s POV The moment I stepped into my room and the door clicked shut behind me with a soft click, I leaned against it for a long moment, closing my eyes and I had a bit of relief. My chest was still rising and falling from the aftermath of that kiss. I clasped my hands together tightly, trying everything I could to steady my breathing. The disgusting taste of that kiss still lingered on my lips. It was everything warm, aggressive, unforgettable. And it was everything I hated because of the way it had unraveled me in ways it shouldn't. Damn him. For one week I had been preparing for this. And I thought I was fully prepared to take up this role that I had perfectly crafted. This role of being calm, calculated, in control. But it turned out to be harder than I had expected. The moment he pressed his lips on mine, something within me cracked. Something old. Something buried. Something dangerous. Fuck!!! Even my wolf wasn't left out. She had been restless, jumping inside me since
Author's POVElara’s eyes glittered with unshed tears. “No. I still feel betrayed. But I’m choosing peace. Choosing to put everything behind me and move on.” “Bullshit,” Damian snapped. “You don’t forgive that easily. I know you, Elara.”Her lips curved into a slow, mysterious smile. “Maybe you don’t know me as well as you think.”There it was. The glint in her eyes. The spark behind the calm. She was playing a deeper game, and they both knew it. The only problem was—he didn’t know the rules yet. He can never know. His own tenure have run out and this was her own time to be in charge. Her games, her rules. Damian exhaled heavily, running a hand through his hair. He had no choice not to believe her for now. He knew pushing further was useless. "I don’t know what game you’re playing, but if you hurt yourself or get caught in something dangerous—”“I’m not here to hurt myself, Damian,” she interrupted coolly. “I’m here to stand by your side. To support your reign. Isn’t that what a L
Author’s POVThe grand hall which was filled moments ago with shock, suspicion, and false smiles eventually emptied. But the echo of the elders’ reluctant chants of “Long live, Alpha Damian”, still lingered in the air, thick like a aftertaste of a sour poison.Damian didn’t speak. Although he could barely hold himself from snapping but at the end of the day he waited until the heavy doors slammed shut after he gave the guards a quiet order to exit the room, leaving only two people in the room.Him. And her.Elara sat back on her throne, her legs crossed in such a graceful manner that made her give a type of aura that was impossible to ignore. Damian noticed it but he quickly shoved it away.Who would care about some aura in such a situation? He was literally burning with rage inside. She noticed him as he tried to force himself to look away from her and a faint, taunting smirk tugged at the corners of her lips.Interesting. It was good to know that she still had some kind of effects
Author's POVA week later.Although everything had died down temporarily, the elders still had their suspicions. They were equally keeping an eye on Kael, their eyes like that of an eagle watching, waiting for him to flop. And also on Damian trying to figure out the real reason why he let Kael go.For one whole week, Elara was nowhere to be found. She hadn't been seen in the palace. Everyone had expected that she was still probably angry at the Alpha for everything and coupled with the fact that justice wasn't exactly served.Today, Alpha Damian sat at the grand hall with Elders Seraphina, Selena, and a few other trusted members of the high circle. They were discussing about the pack matters and how to restore peace.Kael stood by silently near the back, arms crossed with a guarded expression on his face. From the look on the Elders face anytime his eyes met with them, he knew he wasn't exactly wanted here but he equally doesn't care.A sharp knock on the double doors silenced the roo