Crystal’s POVThe Dark King and the Shadowland Pack were two things that I dreaded with every fiber of my being. Fast forward to now, not only was I invited to the pack, it was from the Dark King himself. He was extending a hand to lead me through. “You don't stand a chance here," he said. He was right, always right but… I don't want to be there. Standing by the door with my heart in my mouth, I had promised myself that I wouldn’t follow him. I had sworn to my heart, to my wolf and to the very core of my being that I would never again let a man dictate my steps.But yet, when he pushed his hand forward and asked me to follow him with a calm voice that sent chills down my spine, I did without making a fuss. It wasn't because I trusted him and clearly not because I wanted to but because the world behind me had nothing left to offer. Crescent Moon had chewed me up and spat me out. Dane had crushed me, Elle had mocked me, and the rest of the pack had laughed at my distress as if my p
Crystal’s POVI couldn’t breathe. My lungs felt as though they were being squeezed by an invisible hand and every shallow gasp from me scraped my throat raw. Digging my teeth into my lower lips, I pressed my back against the wall. My wrists were stinging from the iron cuffs that had left angry red marks on my skin. The man, no, the Alpha male was still in front of me. His presence which filled the room was like smoke, thick and suffocating.What am I going to do now? — I yelled in my head as my eyes burned with unshed tears. How did I even get here in the first place? And him, how did he end up here too?“Who are you?” I gawked, my lips trembling. He didn't answer, he just sat there staring at me like I was an alien. His silence was piercing through my chest and killing me slowly. Moments ago, I had seen something in his eyes. It was primal and dangerous but yet, when his wolf had lunged for me, when his hand had touched mine, I had been the one who sent him flying across the r
Xavier’s POVDespite my confusion, I shut the door behind me confused and restless. Where did this girl come from and how the hell did she get into my bed?Was she a call girl? Is that why she is being tied up like this? There were just so many questions running through my mind at that moment and I didn't know how to act on it.The door suddenly clicked shut behind me, locking me in. What the actual fuck? I tried the door handle several times to get myself out before I hurt this woman but it didn't budge. “Hey! Open us this door!” I yelled but there was no response at all. What were these people up to? “I swear I'm going to kill you all the minute I get out of here! Mark my words!” I threatened.Yet it didn't scare them enough to let me out. I was frustrated and angry.The room felt different now—heavy like something was about to happen. My wolf inside me was awake, restless. I could feel its power, pushing against my control. I needed to get out, but there was no way out.I cursed
Xavier's PovI stood at the edge of the crowded room, my eyes scanning the sea of faces with a mixture of disdain and boredom. I didn't want to be here, but the party was a mandatory affair, a rule set by my father, the former king. As the present king, I had to make an appearance, no matter how much I loathed it.I took a long sip of my drink, ignoring the idle gossip around me and the long lustful and thirsty stares the women cast at me. Yet no one dared approach me, which was mostly likely because of my infamous reputation and the Dark King. The one killed his mates without batting an eyelash. "I'm surprised you showed up, Xavier," a voice said from behind me. I turned to see Dane, a sly grin spreading across his face. "I wasn't aware I had a choice," I replied dryly.Dane chuckled. "Of course you do, my friend. But let's not talk about that now. Let's talk about something more...interesting." He glanced over at his mate, who was standing across the room, looking uncomfortable.
/-Crystal-/I could barely contain my excitement as I raced to my room. My heart felt like it might burst, my cheeks aching from the smile I couldn’t suppress. I could still feel his lips against mine. Soft, demanding and totally mind-blowing. Those beautiful green eyes were all I could think about. I didn't even remember all about my duty. I was so focused on getting to my room to prepare for the engagement party. One that I wasn't invited to, of course, but I guess that was going to change since I was about to become the future Luna.Margret, the head maid, trailed after me, her stern voice cutting through my thoughts. “Crystal! Where are you running off to? There’s still work to be done—”I stopped in my tracks, whipping my head around to face her, “I'm sorry, ma'am, but I will have to skip today. The Alpha asked me to get ready for our engagement party.”At first, shock clouded her expression then she laughed. A long, taunting, wicked laughter and it pissed me off.“Let's see i
/-Crystal-/Hold on, Crystal. Don't pass out yet. Don't pass out yet. “How long do you think she'll hold it?” The voice sounded muffled as my head was buried deep inside the water.“You should pull her out, Elle. We don't want the slave dying by our hands,” another said, and in a few seconds, my head was yanked out of the mop bucket, and my body expelled a wave of violent coughs. Their cruel laughter followed as I choked repeatedly, spitting out as much of the dirty water as I could. It was funny to them of course. I was their tool of entertainment. “Get back to work, slave or I will tell your mistress that you've been messing around instead of working!” She threatened. I wiped my face with my tattered shirt. Fighting them was no use. If anything, it would only make things worse for me. I made to grab the mop bucket, but she kicked it over, and the water was everywhere.“No…! What have you done?!” I gasped, running to grab the bucket but it was too late. The water already poured c