CHAPTER THREE - Shocked

Anna's POV 

My heart plummeted as I watched the lady kiss my newfound mate.

What in the actual fuck is going on here!! 

Who’s this?!

I thought as I stared at the lady's overall, her braided white hair, her fair smooth skin, and her beautiful, elegant purple gown.

Basically, to me, she looked way better than me; her beauty was unmatched, and she seemed like a princess, or maybe she was.

I should never have brought my hopes up for a better life; now look at me, staring like a bloody fool.

As they broke from the kiss, the lady turned in my direction.

“Who's this honey?” She asked Peter, staring at me.

“What the hell was that?” Peter spoke, his eyes widened with disgust at what she had just done. 

It seemed he wasn't expecting this treatment from her, and then his brows narrowed down, indicating his anger.

He better not be acting innocent.

He grabbed me by the wrist again, walking past her and hitting her slightly on the shoulder without answering her question.

I was shocked by his sudden actions, what's going on with them? Are they engaged?

As we walked past her, I could see the stunned expression on her face; her lips turned into a smug smile, and her widened eyes met mine, then she narrowed her brows at me.

At this moment, my heart was racing with confusion. Is she Peter's mate, or am I, or are we his ‘mates’? What's going on here?

I tried breaking Peter's grip on my wrist, but he was determined to hold me.

“Please, don't free yourself away from me.” He whispered to me, his voice sounding calm.

As we walked into the mansion, my jaws dropped as I was welcomed by its luxury.

The mansion was filled with a rose scent, the ceiling had a baccarat's millefleurs Chandelier, and the walls were designed with navy blue and gold.

“Welcome, Your Highness.” The head maid greeted Peter, bowing her head.

“Where's Mum and Dad? I need to tell them the best news they can hear.” He spoke, holding my palm firmly.

I swallowed the lump in my throat, many powerful personalities in one day? I think I should have a break.

“They are in their chambers but will be down for dinner soon.” She replied, her head still facing down.

After Peter spoke to her, he brought me to a room on the second floor.

I was stunned by the look of the room; there was a wide window that revealed those gigantic mountains I saw, the colorful sky, and the pink-colored bed looked cozy with its covers.

“Here's your room,” Peter said with a smile.

“What! This… for me? How did you do this so quickly?” I spoke, shocked.

“Yes, I messaged the head maid beforehand to prepare this room.” Peter spoke, “Make yourself comfortable, I will come for you during dinner. I want you to meet my family.” he placed his palm on my cheeks before leaving me.

Wow, I have never had a room all to myself before, even while I was with my late mum; we slept together on the same bed.

I went into the room, still having that sweet scent of rose in my nostrils, and then I sat on the bed relaxing and taking in its beautiful environment.

My mind drifted to that lady I saw, still wondering;

Who's she?

Well, I guess I’ll find out soon enough.

*****

After a few minutes passed, I heard a soft knock on my door.

“Anna… it's time for dinner, let's go” Peter spoke through the door.

“Alright, I’m coming,” I replied to him, putting on my shoes and heading out.

As Peter and I arrived at the dining table, my mouth began to water as I saw all manner of delicious foods and their aroma in the air.

“Big brother!” A young girl across the table called Peter.

“Little sister!” Peter replied before going to hug her, then she continued devouring her food.

“Who’s this?” She said, staring at me.

“She's a surprise; you’ll find out who she is, soon.” He told her with a grin on his lips.

“It's nice to see you.” She said to me,

“You too,” I replied, starting to like her energy.

“Babe, I kept a seat for you.” That lady spoke to Peter who ignored her, going to the other side of the dining table with me.

As we settled down, she came to sit beside Peter.

Girl… don't you give up?

“Honey, have a bite.” She took a spoonful of food pointing it to Peter.

“Eat up,” Peter said to me, not paying any attention to her.

Damn, that was cold.

Then I took a bite of the Mac and cheese he presented to me.

Later on, two figures came to the table, a woman, and, wait, what? The fuck! 

My stepdad? How is this possible? This worthless bastard who pretended to care for me while my mum was alive, only to treat me like shit when she was gone.

Peter stood, firmly taking my hand.

“Welcome home, Peter.” The woman spoke, seeming to me like she was his mum.

“Yes, welcome home, my son.” My stepdad said, shocking me.

Your son? How's this possible?

Then his eyes drifted to me and suddenly widened in surprise.

“Thank you, Mother, thank you, Father,” Peter spoke firmly, yet excitement was lurking around; he didn't take notice of his father's countenance.

“This is my mate!” Peter plastered a smile on his face, making everyone fall into a state of shock.

His mum furrowed her brow, her face confused, staring at me, and my stepdad narrowed his brows down, indicating his rising anger.

“Over my dead body!” My stepdad said, his voice firm, snapping Peter's excitement away from him. Peter's face turned from excitement to confusion.

“You are not going to mate with this girl beneath you.” His father ordered him.

“Why not?” Peter said, his voice lurking with confusion.

“Because your father said so!!” His mother snapped at him, “How dare you accept this worthless thing as your mate! You are going to reject her and your engagement with Charlotte will hold!!” 

Worthless? Trash? I could feel their words cutting through me as they ordered Peter to reject me.

“I’m not going to reject her, mother!!” Peter yelled at his parents.

“You are!” My stepdad yelled, his voice echoing through the mansion walls. 

“If ever you are going to become King fully, you will accept Charlotte as your mate and queen!” his mother yelled at hi

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“Then to hell with that fucking title!” Peter yelled, his voice strong and dominant.

Gasps of shock filled the room as he said that.