Bianca’s point of view“The alpha king was attacked?” I sprang up to my feet, a hand on my belly as my Omega continued to deliver the meeting.My heart raced as I thought of what happened. “And you are telling me he threw himself in front of that bitch? To protect her?” I asked, repeating every word she just said, like I didn’t hear her correctly.That bitch.Wait—this is perfect.A smile curled up on my lips. With her failing to protect the king. This could work in my favor.“I need to get to the palace,” I demanded.“Luna. I don’t think it’s a good idea. Your brother, Alpha Martin, was clear—”“I can go with my brother later. I need to get to the palace,” I demanded, making my way out of the bedroom where I was resting.Lately, my back has been giving me problems, so I tend to rest. “Car keys?” I asked the soldier who was standing guard for the day.“Luna. I don’t think—”“I don’t want to hear it.” I chimed in, grabbing the car keys from him and then making my way to the garage.I w
Katrina’s point of viewCassian loves me? That’s something I didn’t think I would be hearing after he almost died.I was hoping to thank him, but here he was confessing his feelings to me. I smile weakly at him, helping him back to his bed.“I’m fine, Kat. You don’t need to do this.” He protests.I decided I would act like I couldn’t hear him. He almost died. Because of me.‘You don’t have to do this to yourself. He told you why you did it’ Sage echoes, but I can’t help feeling like I might have done something wrong.‘I know. But we need to make sure he is fine,’ I insist.‘And the Alpha Prince? We both know the only reason his not storming in this room to take us out of here is because he believes the Alpha King is sick,’ Sage reminded me while I helped Cassian back to the bed.‘I know. We are leaving soon’ I say. My eyes are still on Cassian, who lies back on the bed as I pull the blanket to cover him.“Can I ask you something?” He asks me as I smile weakly at him, nodding my head.
Katrina’s Point of View“I’m sorry. I shouldn’t—” I pull back from Cassian. Cassian’s touch was gentle and warm, like the comforting embrace of a summer breeze. His knuckles brushed against my skin, leaving a trail of warmth that soothed my aching heart.“You have been strong for so long, Katrina. There’s nothing about being like this.” he wipes my tears again, this time with his knuckles.“I shouldn’t have—You are the alpha King”“No. Behind these walls, I am Cassian. Your friend and your first crush,” he says, and I chuckle, shaking my head.“You have seen me at my lowest. So why should you apologize? Can’t I see you like this?” He asks me. I drop my gaze.Cassian’s fingers pinched my chin gently, lifting my head with a firm yet tender touch. The warmth of his skin against mine sent a shiver down my spine.“Being friends doesn’t mean I should only see you at your strongest. It also means I can see you at your lowest and still be there for you. That’s just life my dear Katrina,” he w
Katrina’s Point of ViewLucius’s hand was firm and reassuring as he took mine, leading the way out of the corridors. The warmth of his touch provided a sense of security and comfort.“You.” He pointed to one maid who was walking towards the ballroom.“Your slippers,” he orders as I gasp, turning to him“Lucius. I am fine, you don’t have to. I’m sorry,” I say, the last part meant for the maid who bows her head, taking off her slippers.“Lucius, please. I can walk like this. I just need to get to—”“Fine. If you can’t take the slippers, then I’m carrying you,” he chimes in, but before I can even protest, he scoops me up in his arms, bridal style, and starts walking towards the door.“Lucius. I can—”“Stay like this. I need to feel you close to me,” he whispers, his eyes looking ahead, not even bothering to look at me.“I might have Cassian’s Scent,” I say to himHe just nods. He doesn’t say anything, but just keeps walking.I wrap my arms around his neck as he continues to walk. I smile
Katrina’s point of view“Lucius,” I pull away from him, out of breath.“I know. Just give me a minute, I need you… So much…” he mumbles, trying to kiss me, but I pull back.“It’s six in the morning. We don’t want to give people a show,” I whisper as he drops his head to my forehead.He inhales sharply before nodding his head. “Give me a minute,” he whispers as he continues to take deep breaths.“Okay. Let’s go,” he says before opening the door. I sit waiting for him to come and open mine, and once I get down, he tries to take my hand, but I shake my head.‘We are at work.’ I link to him, a smile on my face.He lets out an exasperated sigh before nodding. We agreed to always be professional while at work or when on duty. Outside of that, we were just like any other couple.He gives me a nod, falling in step with me. We walk through the doors and go through the procedure of singing in before making our way through the grey walls and the steel doors leading to the holding cells.We take
Katrina’s Point of View“When my father decided to build these cells, some years back. He asked me for suggestions, so I told him to have a way to block the cells from opening the door from the outside. Create something like a failsafe. When under attack, you can use it as a bunker, and he was excited,” I said while walking towards him.“Do you know what death does to someone?” I ask him, taking out my blade from my thigh in its sheath.He doesn’t respond, so I continue, “To others, it makes them look at life differently. They might want to change but for others. It just numbs them,” I say, making my way closer to him, and he swallows hard.“I didn’t realize how numb it made me until I lost my friend a few months ago. She was the only family I had left because someone decided to betray us. I lost her. Just like my family and Pack.” I say, holding my blade by its hilt, and he smiles.“I hate inflicting pain, but when necessary, I must do it. And lately, I have this urge to hurt someone
Katrina’s point of view“You are lying. I would have known if my brother had a child!” I snapped as he laughed.“You thought you knew him. You have no idea who he was or the demons he was fighting.” He growls, smiling like he just hit the jackpot.“My brother would never have an illegitimate child. He knew our laws,” I growl, clenching tightly to my knife as he laughs.“The law is nothing. I mean, look at you disregarding it. You know you can’t get married to royalty, yet you sleep with one brother while holding the other one’s hand. Letting him—”“Enough!” I growled, slamming my hand on the table.“What’s wrong with wanting something? Is it my fault that I have a witch’s blood? Why—”“witch’s blood? Luna Katrina….” He pauses, studying me as I swallow hard, my heart racing.“Why must u be punished for something I didn’t do? Must I pay for it?”“If you are responsible for the deaths of thousands, then yes. You should pay for it,” he growls as I swallow hard, narrowing my eyebrows.“Dea
Katrina’s Point Of View“Excuse me. I have a report to write,” I say, wanting to walk past him, but he grabs me by my arm.“The report can wait. Can we—”“No!” My voice comes out harsher than I had intended for it to. He takes a step towards me, but I move away. “No. I killed someone while working. Please excuse me,” I say to him, about to turn to leave, but he quickly grabs my hand, making. His grip on my arm was firm, his fingers digging into my skin with a desperate intensity.“Let me explain. Please,” he pleadingly says as I chuckle, shaking my head.“So, you can lie to me again? I don’t think so” With that, I yank my hand from his hand and make my way to the briefing room. I need to file a report about the death then head home.“Kat, wait. Just give me a minute to explain everything,” he insists, following me behind as I turn to face him, a weak smile on my face.“I will not listen to any more lies. Please, just let me work.”“I wasn’t lying!”“But you forgot to men
Ingrid’s point of viewHe doesn’t want us. He hates us so much and I know it’s because of that woman. A woman who can’t seem to let go of him.‘You can’t blame the luna. It’s our mate who doesn’t want us,’ My wolf Gus retorts. Always the one to come up with a reason. Sometimes I hate her for being such a smartass.‘I can hear you,’ she slaps back.‘Meant for you to hear it,’ I retort. I sink into the chair. Thinking of how I am going to handle this. Lucius is mine. Fated to be mine, but he wants a woman whom he can’t have?“I need to speak with him,” I say, determined. This time, he won’t ignore me. I know he feels the pull between us. Even the way he looks at us says it all.Like when I hugged him this morning. I could feel him lean back on me until that woman had to show up.“Talking to yourself again?” My omega Millie asks walking into the room with her basket of clothes.“Well, thinking about how to win over a man,” I say, turning to her, and she sighs heavily, setting down her ba
Lucius’s point of viewShe won’t fight for us. She doesn’t want to. I wish she thought maybe I was worth it. Worth fighting for, but I guess I am not.People fight for me because they know I can protect them. Others fight for me because of loyalty. No one has ever fought for me because they love me.I had hoped maybe Katrina might fight because she loves me. I sigh heavily, scribbling down on my notepad.“Unfortunately, this should have been communicated to us. Princess Kaelin is like a sister to me. I will not send her there with these conditions,” Cassian snaps.“We are giving you this land. I think it’s safe that she is—”“She is to be treated with respect. I will not have you marrying other women. A mistress or second wife. This treaty is done,” he snaps as Aidan smiles like this is funny. I won’t let my cousin be subjected to that.“I wasn’t suggesting that. I only meant in case she can’t bear children,” he adds as I scoff, shaking my head.“And how are we to know you are not the
Katrina’s point of viewNothing can go wrong. I need it to go well.This is an opportunity for me to enter the rogue pack. I kept quiet the entire time while in the front passenger seat.Xavier is driving in front, and Martin is behind with Gamma Suri, while the other cars are with the delegation of twenty from the rogue king.“I hear Lucius found his mate,” Martin says behind me, breaking the awkward silence. I shift in my seat, glancing towards Xavier, who looks through the rearview, then back at me.“I suppose some people are not that lucky with love,” he says, but I just ignore him. He will try to get to me like his sister. I know it.“It’s not her fault if all the men in her life end up failing to fight for her. I know I would,” Gamma Suri retorts as I raise my eyebrows.“Between her and that psycho. I would pick her. But I guess most men think with their cocks,” she retorts. I gasp, glancing at Xavier, who fidgets in his seat.“That psycho is my sister, you bitch!” Martin retort
Lucius’s point of viewI don’t know how long she keeps driving, but when I finally open my eyes. We are by the border; the car has pulled over, and she is unbuckling her seat belt.“What the fuck, Katrina? I had a meeting with Cassian,” I snap, and she sighs heavily.“I am here to welcome the rogue king. I wasn’t going to be late because you have issues going on in your life,” she says, about to get out of the car, when I grab her wrist.I want to pull her into me and kiss her, but I know all this must be hard for her. “You love me, Katrina.” The words leave my lips. It’s the only assurance I have. It doesn’t matter what is happening. I know she loves me, so that’s enough for me.“So? That means nothing.”“It’s enough for me. Knowing that you love me. Not because of a bond but because you do” I whisper to her and her heart races.“Well, if I had known, you planned all this. I wouldn’t have fallen for you. And also, don’t worry. I am working on falling out of love with you,” she growls
Lucius’s point of view“Katrina.” Her name rolls off my lips like a whisper when I see her walking away from Princess Ingrid.Something tells me Ingrid said something to Katrina. I heard her say she didn’t fight for men. Guess I am included in that.“Gerald, send me the details. Let’s catch up later.” I patted his shoulder and bolted the doors.“Luc!” Ingrid turns to me, a smile on her face, while Katrina walks away.“I was fucking clear. Stay the fuck away from me!” I growled, walking away, but she grabbed my wrist. Her touch sends electricity through me. My heart pounds so hard, and I feel my palms getting sweaty.“Don’t you fucking touch me!”“Please. I know you feel it. I know you feel this pulls between us,” she said pleadingly says, but trying to touch me, but I yank her hand away from her grip.“I was clear. I want nothing with you. I don’t want a bond with you.” I spun on my heel, ready to leave.“Is it because of her?” she asks.I stopped in my tracks. Taking a moment, before
Katrina’s point of viewI’m his mate. The woman he wrongfully marked and sent to the goddess, but somehow, I was brought back to life.Three people knew what happened: my father, Lucius, and the witch who performed the spell to bring me back and erase my memories.But who is she? Why can’t I remember her face? I inwardly ask myself as I make my way towards the palace. It’s the first time in seven days that I will probably be here, but Aidan insisted he would feel better if I were here.So here I am playing bodyguard to beta Aidan, but I also didn’t expect to find Lucius and his ‘Mate’ here cuddling.‘He is ours! She can’t have him,’ Sage fumes.I don’t know where I stand, but he isn’t ours.He never was.My heart never learns.“Katrina!” I hear him shout behind me, but I don’t stop and head for the drawing room. I don’t want to hear his excuses.“Katrina!” he tries to touch me, but I spin on my heel, slapping him across the face. The sound of my hand connecting with his cheek echoed i
Lucius’s point of view“Wow. Okay, this is too much to process,” Cassian says to me as I nod my head, throwing back my head.“Fuck Lucius. How could you be so reckless?”“I don’t know. Zane isn’t exactly someone I can rein in. He was a beast back there and everything he wanted he got,” I snap, sitting up and burying my face in my hands.‘So, this is my fault?’‘Fuck yes.’‘Really? Cause I told you not to tell her, and you didn’t listen. If there’s anyone to blame. It’s you,’ he shoots back.Of course, it is.“Still, Lucius. It was reckless and stupid.”“It was all Zane.”‘So, I am stupid? I will not let him insult us anymore’ Zane growls, and Cassian shakes his head before coming to sit in front of me.“She asked to be part of the team escorting Kaelin to the rogue pack. Any reason she is doing that?” He asks me as I shake my head.“Probably to get away from here as soon as possible,” I mutter, rubbing my face. It’s been a fucking week, and I haven’t seen or even bumped into her. She’
Katrina’s point of view“You are my mate, Katrina. This mark you carry is mine.” Lucius’s voice fills my head, a knowing smile on his lips as he thrusts deep into me.“Yours,” I whisper before digging my canines in his spot. I can’t help but smile.This is what I want to be loved. To be his.For the world to know, I carry his mark. So, tell me why someone is ruining my dream.“We are losing her!” someone shouts, his voice laced with panic and fear. A muffled voice comes barking instructions, and my head feels heavy, and I can’t open my eyes.‘Lucius?’ I try to link to him, but there’s a void. It’s dark. I can’t feel him.‘Sage?’ I call to my wolf, but she is distant. I can’t feel her. Panic courses through my veins. I’m drowning in darkness.A dark void.I have been here before. It’s a familiar place.Dad.I smile when I see him staring at a small light on the other side.“I shouldn’t have lied to you.” His voice comes, but I can’t see his face. “He was yours, but the law can’t allow
Katrina’s point of view“Lucius, you are not making any sense,” I say, but the words come out like a whisper. I have always wondered why I seemed to link with him alone and no one else, but I never gave myself time to ponder it too much.“You shouldn’t say things like that. You know, right?” I say with a sad smile, and he lowers his head, bringing the entire bottle of whiskey to his lips.“What’s this, Lucius?”My questions are met with silence and rather a loud throbbing of his heart. He tightens his jaw, his lisp quivering when he lifts his gaze to meet mine.His eyes linger on my lips, but he sniffles back, shaking his head.“That woman is not my mate,” he says, but it was clear there. Even though he tried to hurt her, he was still her mate. They are fated to be each other’s mate.“Luc...”“She is not my mate.” He pauses, taking a moment. He closes his eyes like he is counting to ten before continuing. “You are my mate.”The silence is deafening. I just stare at him. He must think