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Chapter 25: Uncharted Territory
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Mated to the Notorious Alphaย ย ย CHAPTER 26:Possessive Instincts
The tension crackled between them like static electricity. Deimon stared at Kate, his jaw clenched, his voice a low growl. "Meet me in the parking lot after your class. It's important."Kate's eyes narrowed. The memory of icy fear from Monica's threats still clung to her skin, a cold serpent slithering down her spine. Deimon's words, laced with a possessiveness that felt unsettling, did little to soothe her. "I might have other plans after class," she said, her voice cool and defiant.Deimon's scowl deepened. "This isn't about your schedule, Kate. It's about your safety." His gaze flickered to the hallway behind her, a flicker of something akin to fear crossing his features. But what frightened him, Kate couldn't tell.The weight of unspoken words hung heavy in the air. Kate yearned for an explanation, a glimpse into the storm brewing inside Deimon. But he remained tight-lipped, his gaze unreadable.With a sigh that spoke volumes of frustration, Kate turned away. "Look, if it's so imp
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Deimon's heart hammered against his ribs. Ignoring Kate's choked plea, he lunged towards her, his wolf desperate to answer the call of her heat. But before he could reach her, a searing pain ripped through his mind, a wordless command from Onyx โ "Hold!"Deimon skidded to a halt, the air thick with unspoken tension. Kate's eyes, glazed with desire moments ago, flickered with a spark of returning clarity. Shame washed over her face, quickly replaced by a flicker of defiance as she met Deimon's gaze.He couldn't stay. Not now. Not with Monica standing frozen in the doorway, her face a mask of conflicting emotions. With a heavy heart, Deimon mumbled a goodbye and practically bolted from the room.The following days were a test of endurance for both Kate and Deimon. Since they lived together now, Kate was a constant presence, a potent reminder of their fractured bond and the primal pull that simmered beneath the surface. Every brush of their shoulders, every shared glance in the crowded
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Days bled into weeks, a tense silence hanging heavy in the air between Kate and Deimon. They existed in a state of uncomfortable civility, sharing meals and stolen glances in a dance of unspoken emotions. The bathroom encounter remained an unspoken secret, a raw memory that both fueled their longing and highlighted the unresolved issues.Then came the invitation. A flyer, emblazoned with a neon wolf howling at the moon, announced a pack gathering โ a bonfire party hosted by a neighboring pack. Deimon, hesitant at first, noticed Kate lingering by the kitchen counter, her eyes flitting between the flyer and him."We should go," she said finally, her voice barely above a whisper.Deimon's heart stuttered. Was this her way of acknowledging the unspoken tension? A tentative olive branch towards a fragile peace? "Are you sure?" he asked, cautious not to read too much into it."Maybeโฆ" Kate shrugged, a flicker of something resembling hope in her eyes. "It could be a good distraction."Deimo
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The warehouse door rattled violently, a cacophony of banging and shouting echoing through the dusty space. For a fleeting moment, both Kate and Monica were frozen, attention snatched away from their tense standoff. Was it a rescue? Had someone stumbled upon their clandestine meeting?But the commotion died down as abruptly as it began. Silence, thick and heavy, settled once more. It was a manufactured moment, a cruel tease of hope dashed just as quickly as it arose.Monica, her earlier fury momentarily abated, gave a humorless scoff. "Just a distraction," she drawled, her gaze snapping back to Kate. "Now, where were we?"Kate, her heart still hammering in her chest, took a deep breath. The interruption, though brief, had served a purpose. It had reminded her why she couldn't let Monica win. She wouldn't let fear dictate her actions."We were talking about courage," Kate said, her voice firm. "And the fact that you, Monica, are nothing but a coward who hides behind threats and intimida
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The familiar scent of Deimon's worn leather jacket and the comforting creak of the old floorboards brought Kate back to herself slowly. Disoriented, she blinked against the harsh light filtering through the dusty blinds of their shared apartment. Her head throbbed with a dull ache, and a wave of nausea washed over her.A choked moan escaped her lips, and Deimon, who had been perched beside her on the threadbare armchair, materialized in front of her in a blur. His face, usually perpetually etched with a playful smirk, was etched with worry. Relief flooded his features as her eyes fluttered open."Kate! You're awake!" His voice, usually a teasing drawl, was laced with a raw urgency. He gently cupped her face, his touch cool against her feverish skin. Concern flickered in his blue eyes, as clear and deep as the summer sky after a storm. Shame washed over her, realizing the fear she must have caused him."Hey," she croaked, her throat scratchy. "What happened?" The warehouse was a hazy m
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Deimon cursed under his breath as the cold water pounded down on his back. He could hear Kate rustling around the room, likely putting away the finished assignment. The image of her slipping out of her bra had ignited a fire in him, and the shower wasn't doing much to quell it.Frustration gnawed at him. He wanted her, there was no denying it. But the vulnerability they'd shared earlier hung heavy in the air. He didn't want to be the jerk who ruined their newfound honesty with a clumsy attempt at intimacy.A sigh escaped him. Maybe a cold shower hadn't been the worst idea. He needed to cool his head, not just his body. If Kate wanted him, she'd make a move. And if she didn't, well, forcing things would only push her away.He finished his shower quickly, the silence in the apartment now deafening. He peeked out, expecting to find her asleep, exhausted from their long day. Instead, he found Kate sitting on the edge of the bed, her back turned to him, bathed in the soft glow o
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A jolt of electricity shot through Deimon as Kate shifted, the full weight of her settling on him. His eyes snapped open, confusion battling with a surge of unexpected desire. The hazy remnants of sleep clung to him, but the reality of Kate sprawled across his chest was undeniable.Silence enveloped them, thick with tension. Kate's face, flushed a deep crimson, was a mask of mortification. Deimon, trying to decipher the situation, found his voice first."Kate?" he rasped, his voice husky with sleep and the sudden awakening of his senses.Her lips trembled, mirroring the turmoil in her eyes. "I-I'm so sorry, Deimon," she stammered, her voice barely a whisper. "I... I don't know how I ended up here."Deimon could feel the heat radiating from her body, a stark contrast to the coolness of the sheets. He reached out a hand, more to steady himself than anything else, and rested it on the mattress beside her.The air crackled with unspoken desires and a vulnerability neither of them had ant
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2024-07-02Mated to the Notorious Alphaย ย ย CHAPTER 33
The walk back to the apartment was a blur of churning emotions for Deimon. Monica's tearful pleas resonated with a strange honesty. Could she have been telling the truth? But if so, who was behind the warehouse incident and why target Kate?He burst into the apartment, his heart hammering in his chest. "Kate!" he called out, his voice laced with urgency. Relief washed over him as he found her sitting at the table, a mug of coffee untouched in front of her.She looked up, her eyes filled with a mix of apprehension and anticipation. "Deimon? You're back."He rushed to her side, his need to reassure her overwhelming. "I talked to Monica." The words tumbled out, the raw anger replaced by a desperate need for answers.Kate's jaw clenched for a moment, but then she nodded. "Did sheโฆ deny it?"Deimon hesitated. He didn't want to lie to Kate, but the flicker of genuine pain in Monica's eyes lingered in his mind. "She saidโฆ she said she wouldn't hurt you."Kate's face hardened. "Of course, she
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Mated to the Notorious Alphaย ย ย CHAPTER54
"We canโt trust them anymore," one of the dissenters was saying. "This alliance is going to destroy us. We need to take control before itโs too late.""And what about Kate?" another voice asked. "Sheโs the key to all this. If we take her out, Deimon will crumble."Kateโs breath caught in her throat. The betrayal was more profound than she had imagined. But before she could process it further, Deimon stepped forward, revealing himself to the group."What do you think youโre doing?" he demanded, his voice low and dangerous.The dissenters froze, their eyes wide with shock. But it was the figure at the center of the group that caught Kateโs attentionโthe one she had seen in her vision. It was Garrick, the wolf who had voiced his doubts earlier that day."Garrick," Deimon said, his voice filled with disbelief and anger. "How could you?"Garrick met his gaze, unrepentant. "This is bigger than you, Deimon. Bigger than any of us. The packโs survival is at stake. Youโre too blinded by your lo
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โTheyโve resurfaced,โ Anna continued, her voice tight with urgency. โAnd theyโve teamed up with the rival Alpha. Theyโre after the Lunaโs Tear, yes, but thatโs not all. They need you, Kate.โโMe?โ Kateโs voice was barely above a whisper.Anna nodded, her gaze softening with sympathy. โYour bloodline, Kate. It traces back to the first Luna, the one who originally wielded the Lunaโs Tear. Itโs said that only her descendants can fully unlock its power. They need you to gain that power.โDeimonโs grip on the edge of the table tightened, his knuckles turning white. โSo this isnโt just about uniting the packs. They want to use Kate as a weapon.โโExactly,โ Anna confirmed. โThey believe that with the Lunaโs Tear and Kate, they can control not just the packs, but the entire supernatural world. Theyโll stop at nothing to get what they want.โA heavy silence fell over the room as the weight of Annaโs words settled in. Kate felt a storm of emotions swirling within herโfear, anger, a deep sense o
Mated to the Notorious Alphaย ย ย CHAPTER52
Kate stirred awake, the first light of dawn filtering through the heavy curtains of their bedroom. She felt the warmth of Deimonโs body beside her, his arm draped protectively over her waist. For a moment, she allowed herself to stay still, savoring the peacefulness of the morning, a rare moment of calm before the chaos of the day would begin.As if sensing her thoughts, Deimon tightened his hold on her, pulling her closer. "Good morning," he murmured, his voice still heavy with sleep.Kate turned in his arms to face him, her heart fluttering at the sight of his familiar features, softened by the early light. "Morning," she whispered back, her lips curving into a small smile. "Did you sleep well?"He brushed a strand of hair from her face, his fingers lingering on her cheek. "With you by my side? Always."She laughed softly, a sound that seemed to lighten the air between them. "You always know just what to say.""Itโs the truth," he replied, his voice serious now. "Every day with you
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The dawn of a new day bathed the Academy grounds in a soft, golden light. Kate stood in the clearing, feeling the energy of the Lunaโs Tear coursing through her, amplifying her newfound powers. Deimon stood beside her, his presence a comforting anchor.โAlright, Kate,โ he said, his voice steady and encouraging. โLetโs see what you can do.โKate closed her eyes and focused, letting the energy flow through her. She felt the air around her shift, responding to her will. With a flick of her wrist, she manipulated the light and shadows, creating intricate patterns in the air. Deimon watched with awe and pride, and Kate could feel his support bolstering her confidence.โYouโre getting better every day,โ he said, smiling.โThanks to you,โ she replied, meeting his gaze. โYour belief in me makes all the difference.โTheir training sessions had become a daily routine, drawing the attention of others at the Academy. Whispers of Kateโs abilities spread, and soon, instructors and students alike be
Mated to the Notorious Alphaย ย ย CHAPTER50
Kate sat cross-legged on her bed, the old leather-bound journal resting on her lap. The faded gold lettering on the cover read โErica,โ her motherโs name. Her fingers traced the letters as she took a deep breath, feeling a strange mix of excitement and trepidation. This journal held the secrets of her familyโs past, secrets that could change everything she knew about herself.Deimon entered the room, his presence steady and reassuring. He noticed the journal and sat beside her, placing a comforting hand on her shoulder. โAre you ready?โ he asked softly.Kate nodded, her resolve firm. โYes. Letโs find out what my mother had to say.โOpening the journal, she began to read aloud. The first entries were mundane, detailing everyday life, but as she turned the pages, the tone shifted. Her motherโs words grew more urgent, more desperate.***July 10, 1995Iโve kept this secret for so long, hidden from everyone, even my own family. The connection to the Umbra Pack is deeper than anyone knows.
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The news spread like wildfire throughout Umbra Academy. Gandal, the future Alpha of the Norse Pack, had issued a challenge to Deimon, seeking to test his strength and authority. Jealousy and ambition had driven Gandal to this point, and now the entire Academy was abuzz with anticipation.Deimon stood in the training room, his thoughts racing as he prepared for the duel. Kate and their allies were gathered around, their support a steady source of strength.โAre you sure about this?โ Kate asked, her voice laced with concern. โGandal is known for being ruthless.โDeimon nodded, meeting her worried gaze. โI have to do this. Itโs not just about me; itโs about proving our strength and leadership. If I back down now, itโll send the wrong message.โKate sighed, her eyes filled with a mix of fear and determination. โJust be careful. I canโt bear the thought of losing you.โDeimon reached out, cupping her face in his hands. โI promise, Iโll be careful. And Iโll win.โKillian clapped a hand on D
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As the days passed, Anna continued her investigation into the Crescent Order. She occasionally updated Deimon and the others on her progress, though the information was still limited. One evening, she came to them with a particularly intriguing lead.โIโve spoken with a few contacts,โ Anna said, her eyes sparkling with excitement. โThereโs a rumor that the artifact theyโre after is an ancient relic known as the Lunaโs Tear. Itโs said to grant immense power to whoever possesses it.โKillian frowned. โWhat kind of power?โAnna shrugged. โThe legends are vague, but itโs believed to enhance the abilities of its holder, making them nearly invincible. If the Crescent Order gets their hands on it, they could dominate all the werewolf packs.โKate looked at Deimon, her face set with determination. โWe canโt let that happen.โโWe wonโt,โ Deimon said firmly. โBut we need more information. Keep digging, Anna. We need to know exactly what weโre dealing with.โAnna nodded, her determination clear.
Mated to the Notorious Alphaย ย ย CHAPTER47
The sun was setting, casting a fiery glow across the horizon. Deimon stood on the balcony of his apartment, staring out at the sprawling grounds of Umbra Academy. It was a place of power and prestige, but also one of danger and deceit. Recent events had only reinforced that truth.Inside, Kate was probably unpacking the last of her things. Since she had moved in with Deimon and Killian, the place had felt differentโwarmer, more alive. Despite her being wolfless, there was something about her that drew him in. His wolf, Onyx, was particularly intrigued by her. Restless now, Onyx paced in the back of Deimonโs mind, urging him to claim and protect her.Deimon turned his thoughts to the task at hand. Anna had asked to speak with him urgently, hinting she had information about Kateโs tormentors. He didnโt trust Anna completely, but she had proven herself a valuable ally. Her intelligence network within the Academy was unparalleled.A knock on the door brought him back to the present. Turni
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The rooster's crow pierced the pre-dawn darkness, a harsh alarm clock that jolted Deimon awake. He sat up abruptly, the events of the previous night crashing down on him like a tidal wave. Shame burned in his gut, the memory of the Earthstalker's lifeless eyes a constant reminder of his savagery.But amidst the self-loathing, a spark of hope flickered. Kate's gentle touch, her unwavering trust โ they were a lifeline thrown to him in the storm. He had a lot to make up for, but for the first time, he felt a clear path forward.He needed to see Anna. He needed answers, not just about Kate's tormentor, but about the darkness that had consumed him during the competition. Throwing on his clothes, he raced out of the hut, the cool morning air a welcome slap against his feverish cheeks.As he sprinted towards the training grounds, a memory surfaced, sharp and unexpected. It was Anna, her voice a low murmur in his ear, just before the start of the competition. "Win, Deimon," she'd whispered,
