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Mates Deception Fifty six
Sirella’s POVThe night was cold.I sat by the servants’ quarters, my dress still damp, the chill seeping into my bones. My hands were clenched into fists, my nails digging into my palms. My hair stuck to my skin, heavy with the scent of the fountain water. The humiliation from earlier still clung to me like a second skin.I had swallowed my pride.I had bowed my head.And Damien had done nothing.I should’ve expected it. I did expect it. But that didn’t stop the anger burning inside me.I should’ve snapped Vanessa’s neck the moment she laid hands on me.I should’ve let her drown in that fountain.A shadow moved behind me.I didn’t turn. I knew who it was.Keiran.He leaned against the wooden frame of the doorway, arms crossed, eyes unreadable. The moonlight cast sharp angles over his face, making him look even more detached than usual.“You’re here to destroy them,” he said, voice calm but firm. “Not to cry over their insults.”I exhaled slowly. “I wasn’t crying.”Keiran hummed like
Huling Na-update : 2025-03-27Mates Deception Fifty seven
Sirella’s Pov I stood at the edge of the training grounds, my hands folded neatly in front of me, my face blank. The morning sun burned against my skin, but I didn’t move. Around me, servants rushed to prepare for the event, setting up shaded areas for the high-ranking wolves to sit and watch.The Luna Selection had officially begun.I kept my posture still, observing as Alpha Donovan stepped forward. His presence was commanding, even without saying a word. The gathered nobles and warriors quieted instantly, their eyes fixed on him.“The future Luna of this pack must be strong,” he announced, his voice deep and unshaken. “Not just in beauty or bloodline, but in mind, strategy, and endurance.”I already knew what he was doing. He wanted to make a spectacle of it, wanted the women fighting for the position to expose themselves—show both their strengths and their flaws.I scanned the line of women standing proudly before him.Lady Vanessa stood in the center, her head held high. Her lon
Huling Na-update : 2025-03-27Mates Deception Fifty eight
Sirella’s Pov I stood before Alpha Donovan, my stance steady, my face blank. The training grounds were empty except for us. The morning sun hung low, casting long shadows across the dirt. I could feel the weight of his gaze, the way he studied me—not just my movements, but my reactions.He had been testing me for days.“Tell me, Sirella,” Donovan said, tossing a wooden training sword between his hands. “What makes a good leader?”I didn’t answer right away. I knew he wasn’t asking for a rehearsed response. He wanted to see how I thought, how I processed things.“Someone who understands people,” I said carefully. “Their strengths, their weaknesses. A leader isn’t the strongest person in the room. They’re the one who knows how to use the strong.”Donovan let out a small hum, stepping closer. “And how would you use me?”I forced my breath to stay steady. “That depends.”“On what?”I tilted my chin up slightly. “On what you want.”A slow smile pulled at his lips. “Good answer.”He moved,
Huling Na-update : 2025-03-27Mates Deception Fifty nine
Sirella’s Pov The news spread like wildfire. Gregor was dead. I heard it first from the kitchen, where the servants whispered in frantic voices, their hands trembling as they chopped vegetables. "They found his body at the riverbank," one said, voice hushed. "His throat—gods, they said it was torn open, like an animal attack." "An animal?" Another scoffed. "Who are they fooling? This was a message." I kept my hands steady as I wiped down the wooden counter, my face blank. Inside, my heart beat calmly, evenly. I already knew how he died. Because I was the one who killed him. By midday, the palace was in chaos. Warriors gathered in small groups, speaking in low voices, their hands never straying far from their weapons. The tension was thick in the air, the kind that made people jump at shadows. I watched from the sidelines, taking in their fear, the way their eyes darted around the halls. This was the power of death. Gregor had been nothing—a low-ranked warrior, barely wort
Huling Na-update : 2025-03-27Mates Deception Sixty
Sirella’s POVThe night was a tapestry of shadows and shifting light, a realm where every secret felt exposed yet cloaked in darkness. I stepped lightly through the damp corridors of the palace, my heart still pounding from the echo of Damien’s kiss—a kiss that had been both a promise and a threat, leaving me trembling in its wake. The cool air carried the scent of rain and old stone, mingling with the faint trace of his musk. Every sensation seared into me, forcing me to confront the duality of what I felt: a desire that battled against the cold steel of duty.Earlier, as I lingered near the courtyard, I had witnessed Damien’s lips claim mine with a hunger that was as possessive as it was tender. The kiss was not merely an expression of passion; it was a silent declaration of power—a claim I was supposed to accept without question. Yet as his lips left mine, the lingering warmth did little to soothe the icy ache of betrayal. In that moment, I realized that the passion we shared was n
Huling Na-update : 2025-03-27Mates Deception Sixty one
Sirella’s POV The throne room was suffocating.Dark wooden beams loomed above me, casting deep shadows against the stone walls, the flickering torches doing little to warm the space. The scent of old parchment, burning firewood, and something darker—something metallic—lingered in the air. The weight of a dozen gazes pressed against my skin, watching, waiting.At the far end of the room, Alpha Donovan sat in his high-backed chair, the wolf-etched armrests worn from years of power resting heavy on them. He was a formidable man, broad-shouldered with silver streaking through his dark hair, his face carved from stone. Unlike Damien, whose beauty was almost effortless, Alpha Donovan’s presence demanded attention, his aura thick with dominance.And now, for reasons I couldn’t yet decipher, he had summoned me.A servant. A nobody.I forced my hands to remain at my sides, resisting the urge to clench them into fists."You must be wondering why you're here," he said finally, his voice smooth
Huling Na-update : 2025-03-27Mates Deception Sixty two
Sirella’s Pov The palace had always been a gilded cage, but now, the bars felt tighter. The air heavier. And the eyes on me—his eyes—felt like chains.I could sense Damien before I saw him. His presence curled through the corridors like smoke, thick and suffocating. It was in the way the guards straightened when he passed, the way servants glanced at me before scurrying away, their silence weighted with something unspoken.He was watching me again.The realization sent a chill down my spine, but I didn’t falter. I kept walking, keeping my posture poised, my expression unreadable.I wouldn’t give him the satisfaction of knowing he affected me. Not anymore.But I should have known Damien wouldn’t let me ignore him for long.I had barely stepped into the empty corridor leading to the servants’ quarters when his voice cut through the quiet like a blade.“Where have you been?”I froze.Slowly, I turned.He stood at the other end of the hallway, half-draped in shadows, golden eyes burning
Huling Na-update : 2025-03-27Mates Deception Sixty three
Sirella’s povThe night was thick with silence, broken only by the crackle of the dying fire. The small cabin smelled of smoke and damp wood, the air heavy with something else—tension.I could feel Keiran’s presence before I even saw him. It was in the way the air shifted, the way my skin prickled, instinct screaming at me to be ready.I didn’t turn. Not yet.Instead, I kept my eyes on the single candle burning low on the wooden table, its weak flame flickering with the softest movement. I focused on my breathing, on the slow, controlled rhythm I had learned through training.I wouldn’t let him get to me.But I should’ve known better."Tell me, are you starting to like it here?"His voice slithered through the silence, smooth and lazy, yet laced with something sharp.I felt him before I saw him, his body heat pressing against my back, his presence too close.Slowly, I turned.Keiran leaned against the doorframe, arms crossed, eyes glinting like steel under moonlight. He looked complet
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Mates Deception 139
Kieran’s povThe training yard was alive with the sound of swords clanging, the scuff of boots hitting and the men still drowsy-eyed. Barely visible in the rising dust, I padded among them watching. Half these sentinels had grown lazy slapping at each other like bored children rather than soldiers. I couldn’t stand it. Not now. And especially not with war so near.I nodded up and reset my stance. I turned away, my hands clasped behind my back as I took a deep breath. My mind wasn’t only clouded with the training I’d just endured. No, I was also thinking too deeply of Sirella. I hadn’t heard from her since last night, after she’d left me here with Salvatore to face the unknowns of this place alone. Was she alright? Did Donovan find out something that would send him on some manic mission to get us both killed?Suddenly, my phone buzzed from within my pocket. I quickly reached in to grab it and saw her name on the screen. I knew I needed to answer this call in private.Just as I was abo
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Sirella’s povPacing around with my heart beating fast, I didn’t know what to do. I knew something had to be done or I would be in serious trouble. That bastard of an alpha needed to be on the battlefield if I was going to be free from whatever shackles he had on me. I needed Kieran to kill him. It was the only way I would be able to free myself.With him back here, everything had changed, it was dangerous now. More than before.I needed to do something as I got out of my room. I didn’t pause as I quickly made my way through the corridors not wanting anyone to see me right now. Two guards stood near the stairs talking in low voices and I immediately turned back around taking the longer route instead. I needed to get to my room first and get my phone out of hiding. I needed Kieran’s voice right now.When I made it to my room I quickly locked the door and pressed myself against it. My hands wouldn’t stop trembling. I crossed over to my desk and took hold of my phone before dialling Kier
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Donovan’s povI walked into my throne room that morning. The heavy doors opened as I approached, and a slant of the coming winter sun crossed before me to lay its brightness on the far wall. I looked in that direction without interest or pleasure.Three generals were drawn up there, waiting.“Good morning, Alpha,” they all bowed and said.I walked slowly with my boots tapping on the marble floor. I reached my seat and sat down on my black throne and kept one leg over the other.“Well?” I said, looking at the man to the far left. “Report.”One of my generals, a tall guy with a scar across his chin, stepped forward to speak. “We’ve reached battlefield contact, Alpha. We’ve established our camps. The troops are prepared.”I nodded. “And Salvatore?”“We haven’t seen him yet,” another general said. “But reports say he is close. They are setting their own camps as well.”“Setting camps,” I scoffed. “He might as well be laying his deathbed because I’ll make sure this isn’t like before. I’ll
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Sirella’s povI woke up that morning with a burdened heart. My chest felt constricted and my hands were icy, though it wasn’t from the chill. I just had so much on my mind.I wanted so much to talk to Kieran at least once before he would get to the war and start fighting. Already I was missing him, I just needed to hold him even if it was just for a few seconds. He was the only one who could make me feel okay. At least while all this war was going on, I just wanted to know how to go through this tough time without even thinking of the sad times we were going through.I strolled the room, the world beyond the door was hushed, unnaturally so.Something would happen, I could feel it. Deep in my bones I knew something heavy was about to happen. I didn’t know what but I knew that it would be something big.I couldn’t stop the war, but I could be able to help in the little way I could.I looked out of my window to see so many warriors still leaving for the war with Donovan and his son Dami
Mates Deception 135
Authors povThe march had begun.Wolves padded through the forest in a silent train, barely stirring the leaves as they traveled single-file behind their Alpha, Salvatore. The war was upon them. Hot breath streamed from their nostrils making white puffs that hung in the stagnant air. No one spoke, their thoughts too occupied with what was coming.Salvatore was proud of this movement. Minus the last time he had attacked, this would be an official battle that would drive those idiots to the edge and he would have the chance to take them down. He smiled within himself as he knew that there was no use in lying to himself. He would make sure they regretted coming to him for anything. He would destroy them.But Kieran had other plans.He stopped walking and dropped back until he was near the rear of the group. Then he walked up to Salvatore, his voice low.“Alpha, I have to leave. There’s something important I need to do.”Salvatore turned, his eyes narrow slits. He couldn’t believe that h
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Kieran’s POVThe cheers in the war room were still ringing in my ears. My face stayed neutral, but inside, I felt sick.They had no idea.None of them did.Not Salvatore. Not his trusted generals.And yet they all clapped for me, thinking I was one of them.I stared at the map again, the valley, the forest… the places I had just mentioned.I was marking death zones — but not for the people they thought.Everything I said in that room would help my allies, not Salvatore’s army.“Excellent idea,” Salvatore said with a slight smirk, standing and clapping my shoulder. “You’re sharp, Kieran. You remind me of myself when I was younger.”I forced a smile.I wanted to punch him.But not yet.Later that NightThe packhouse was quiet, except for the guards at the doors and the distant hoot of an owl. I moved quietly down the hallway, my footsteps light on the stone floors.My room was dark when I entered, just how I liked it. But I didn’t rest. I couldn’t. Not with the war coming.I sat at my d
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Authors povThe generals slapped Kieran on the back.Warriors grinned and shouted his name. But Kieran only smiled a little.Inside, he had plans of his own.He wasn’t really fighting for Salvatore. He was just humoring him.Everyone went on to talk but said nothing important.Meanwhile, in Donovan’s territory...Inside Donovan’s war room, the tension was palpable.There was a large map on the wall.Candles were burning.Donovan sat at the head of the table, his arms crossed.Beside him stood his son, Damien.The war Generals, strong wolves with cold eyes, were around them.“Let’s begin.” Donovan said.One of the generals opened a scroll.“My Alpha,” he said, bowing, “the spies have all returned.“And what did they discover?” Donovan asked quietly.The general pointed at the map.“They found Salvatore’s traps in the forest. They found guards by the river. But they also found a weak spot.”“A weak spot?” Donovan asked, leaning forward.“Yes, here,” the general said and he pointed to
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Kieran’s povI snuck out of the barn, as silent as I possibly can as I made my way walking and slightly jogging.I got to the edge of the pack and zipped away with my super speed. The trees blurred by as I moved without holding back.I had to get out of Donovan's land and fast. I ran, and ran until I found myself at the borderlands between my pack's territory.I didn’t stop there either. I kept moving until I saw an old broken-down building far ahead.It was dark and there were no people around, perfect.As I ran, I got a call from someone as I halted and listened to the call. The allies I had sent messages to were at the building waiting for me. Good.I then walked up to the building and I noticed a couple of shadowy figures standing at.They were not moving, their gaze anchored to the shadows.I approached them with stealthy steps.They saw me and relaxed a little. “You made it,” one of them said.“Yeah,” I panted. “I’m here.”“And no one saw you?”“No,” I said. “I’ve been careful.
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Sirella’s povI could feel their eyes on me all throughout the day as I got out of my room after having my bath. I knew some of the guards watched and followed me and I knew who had sent them.Even when I went to my room, sometimes I’d hear footsteps outside.I knew they had been sent by Donovan.The trust was gone. He didn't believe me anymore.And he wanted to follow me, to see if I made a mistake.I kept my head low, pretending not to see them.I was careful about everything I did.Finally the day got over. I was sitting in my room on my bed with an open useless book, just pretending to read it.The house was quiet now.Most of the wolves were asleep.Even the guards had relaxed a little, but I knew they were still there, hiding in the dark corners.Then my phone vibrated.I jumped a little.I quickly grabbed it and checked the screen.Kieran.My heart started to race.I opened the message. “I’m at the barn. Come.”I got up slowly, trying not to make any noise.It was risky but I h
