SOFIA'S POV Nothing excited me more than seeing Dane more calm than he usually was. A smile latched onto my face as I remained in his arms.His kiss — soft and tender, left me wanting more of him. I grinned, managing to control myself. We weren't alone in there and could do no more than kiss.“Why don't you join us?” I suggested, excited. He waved it off before I had even completed my words. “It's a women's thing. I'd rather leave you to it.”I rolled my eyes, feigning anger. “Fine then.”He dashed out of the room after waving at everyone, I especially. I loved it, waving back at him like one who was drunk in love.“You really do love him, don't you?” Selene asked, disrupting my thoughts. I nodded, “Of course!!”“It's obvious. The way you stare at him, your smile. Of everyone he's been with, you're the only one I can confidently say that you love him.”I blushed, not knowing how to respond. “Thank you,” I responded finally.We spoke for a few more minutes, each reeling with laughter.
DANE'S POV Sophia laid in my hands after it was all done. Her ragged breath coupled with mine, allied with mine to create a not so pleasant sound to the ears.I sprawled out on the bed, stark naked with my cock in between my legs. “No doubt you loved the way I banged you, right?”She nodded, but that wasn't enough for me. I wanted to hear her say it. To hear her confess how much she loved me fucking her.“Say it baby. I want to hear it from those gracious lips of yours.” She giggled, rolling her eyes. She seemed shy, like a newly wedded bride. Well, that was what she was on the way.“You are always so good. I can't seem to get enough of you anytime you fuck me.” “Really??” I was thrilled to hear those words from her. My cock stirred gently, ready for more action, but my strength had been greatly sapped, and I needed enough time to regain it.“Since we’ve both agreed that we would be having four kids. Two boys and two girls, Don't you think we should be working overtime to achieve t
SOFIA'S POV I was weak, completely void of any strength. Every ounce of it had been sapped minutes ago as Dane and I made love like never before.“I'm not going to stop even if you plead for me to do so,” he had said as he pounded at me with reckless abandon. He had been true to his words, doing exactly that.As I remained in bed down, cowered around his arms, a smile etched on my face. It was beautiful — being a wife to someone as loving and caring as Dane.“Why are you so quiet? Is something on your mind?” His thick baritone voice broke through the silence, reaching my ears.I snorted, still smiling. “It's nothing. I'm only considering how lucky I am to have you.“Are you? Well, that's a nice thing to do..” Dane chipped in. He was going to utter more words when selene's voice reached us from the doors.“Breakfast is ready, or do you both plan to remain locked up for the entire day?” We both laughed, finding her words and actions funny.My eyes rested on the wall clock, and only the
SOFIA'S POV I swallowed hard, completely uncomfortable. Did Dane just admit the he was partaking in the mate choosing ceremony? I was dumbstruck, my eyes filled with fear. Dane noticed this, pulling quickly towards me. He placed his hands over my cheeks.“What's wrong? Why have your face suddenly gone pale?” I was quite. None of this made sense to me. If he was going to select a mate, then what was I?“Sofia.” He sounded firm, much more than I ever heard him be. I raised my head to him, sadness clouding my thoughts.“Are you alright? This, the way you look, troubles me.” I exhaled. “You just mentioned that you'll be participating in the mate selection. What am I done?”Dane appeared shocked. “I never meant it the way you took it. I'm going to be there, not essentially partaking in their rites. I am the Lycan King and I have a duty to perform.”I felt relieved. Those words of his did the magic. “Are you satisfied now?” He grinned, tugging at my chest. I smiled, happy.“I'll get dres
DANE'S POV Watching Sofia speak gave me so much joy, more joy than I could ever have imagined.I was pleased, satisfied. “You did well, my dear,” I said, reaching for her hand as she returned to her seat. A kiss did I plant on it — warm, tender too.“Thank you.” She blushed, carefully addressing her dress. Staring at her alone gave me so much happiness. How lucky I was to have her, damn.The ceremony had begun in earnest, a long line of ladies walking forward. There wouldn't have been less than two dozen ladies there. All beautiful and stunning, none of them were as stunning as Sofia though. The Alphas' rose as well, one after the other. The process didn't take long, each crying the word ‘Mate’ as they connected with their mates.I watched it all in silence, my hand tapping gently at the edge of the table. Every second that went by left me quite disturbed.Sitting there and watching them all pick their mates brought back Old memories. Those memories that taunted me for years.“I sho
SOFIA'S POV Watching Dane in that state shattered my heart. I had never seen him take alcohol, talkless of seeing him drink himself to stupid For half an hour, I searched the entire place, yelling at the top of my voice. Those who saw me must have thought I was a lunatic.To them, I was, but I knew I wasn't. At least, not know. Exhaustion was starting to eat deep into me when I finally caught the sound of him.He was sprawled out in a corner, looking unconscious. I was scared to the teeth. What could have happened to him?I charged forward at once. “Dane,” I yelled at the top of my voice, hoping he was fine. My heart — it pounded relentlessly against my chest with every step I took.He kept mute, failing to respond. Only one thought crossed my mind as I forged on.Finally, I knelt before him, shaking him vehemently. He stirred, his eyes flickering. “Let me be!!” He snapped, his mouth reeking with alcohol.What could have happened to warrant him drinking so much. “Are you alright, Da
SOFIA’S POVHis question stunned me for a moment. I sat there, the half-eaten biscuit still in my hand, my heart thumping a little harder than it should.“Of course, Dane. I meant every word,” I said, my voice soft but firm.He looked away, his jaw tightening. Something about the way he did it made me uneasy, as though he was bracing himself for disappointment.“But why?” he asked, almost whispering, the words falling so broken it shattered me inside. “Why would you love someone like me?”I moved closer, placing my palm gently against his cheek, forcing him to look at me. His eyes — God, they held so much pain, so much torment.“Because you’re you, Dane. Because even with your flaws and scars, you have a heart that beats for the people you love. You’re strong. You’re kind. You’re mine.”He searched my face like he was reading a sacred scripture. Then slowly, he closed his eyes and leaned into my hand, breathing deeply, as if drawing strength from my touch.“I don’t deserve you,” he mu
SOFIA'S POV As I stood outside the room as Dane had asked me to, I couldn't help but notice the anxiety that was on the faces of those outside there. There was something completely off about the way they stared. I had no explanation for it, and neither did I understand.Unable to bear it any longer, I signaled to one of the maids. She walked up to me at once, shaken. “Why do you all look so worried and bothered? He had only gone in to speak to her.”She shook her head vehemently. “It's not just that. If you truly know her, your grace, you wouldn't speak In such casual manner.”I shuddered. It was my turn to be bothered. Every second that passed bore witness to the worry growing heavily in me. I tried acting tough and strong, but I couldn't.My husband was in there with this woman who everyone thinks is the devil himself, and then I have to calm down? It just wasn't possible.After giving it a thousand and one thoughts, I grabbed the doorknob, turning it heavily under my weight. It g
SOFIA'S POV What in the world was happening to Dane. Why was he acting this way? Fear gripped me, twisting me in its clutches so hard that I began to shiver.Mike took him off, insisting that I remain where I was. Why though? Shouldn't I be beside my husband when he needs me the most?“Don't worry, he'll be fine, soon.” Selene patted my shoulders as tears trickled down my face. She pulled me into her like a sister would.I sobbed, allowing the tears roll freely down my face. The appetite in me for food had suddenly vanished and all I wanted was to be alone.“Where are you going?” Selene asked, worried. I had pulled away from her and gradually walking away from the dining room. Mike arrived right then. “Let's eat, My Queen. Dane would be fine in a few minutes. He's just having a little difficulty controlling himself.”“Controlling himself?” I frowned. What did Mike mean by that? Why would Dane have any struggles controlling himself, and from what?“He's the only person who can explai
DANE'S POV It was becoming quite difficult. Damn it!! I had thought controlling the mate bond was possible, but I was wrong. What was that behavior I displayed before Sofia earlier?As I sat in my study, the feeling of guilt welled within me. It grew stronger with every passing minute until I could bear it no longer.I grunted, quickly wiping the tears that had gathered in my eyes. My feet tapped gently against the floor as I tilted my head backwards.Next, I was asleep, unconscious to whatever was happening around me. It was the most beautiful moment to me and I cherished it.Boom!! The door dashed open. I was enraged. Who could that be? And to defile my order to be left alone.As I raised my head, my gaze rested on Sofia. She stood, hands akimbo. I ogled back at her, lips glued together.“What are you doing here? I did ask to be left alone.” She scoffed, moving closer. “Why aren't you at the dining table yet?”Her tone. That was the first time she would use it, and I didn't like
SOFIA'S POV I jerked awake, panting.My life flashed before my very eyes and I surely would have died if I didn't wake up when I did.I fastened my hand around my neck and I could feel the grip on it. Whoever it was had nothing but the intention to snuff life out of me.I turned, grabbing the glass of water on the bedside table, emptying it in one gulp. It took a few minutes before I finally became myself.“Sofia,” the voice was soft, still. It could only be Dane. He stared at me, a bit worried. “Are you alright? I heard your scream from outside.”“I'm okay. Thank you.” I paused as it snapped within me. I didn't remember screaming, so how did he hear me scream?I thought for a few seconds then pushed it to the back of my mind. “It's alright. I'm here now” He wrapped his arm around me, gently making my head rest on his shoulder.My heart pounded hard. I couldn't keep calm. I wasn't sure how long it would take before my confidence in Dane is restored, but until then.“I'm still in awe
SOFIA'S POV I was having so much fun, right until Dane stepped in. The colors in my face drained within seconds.I couldn't help it. I had no control over it. The doctor's words had stuck within me, and there was no getting rid of it.If it was true that the white wolfsbane was found in the system of all Dane’s previous women, then there was no doubt he had a hand in their death.Thinking of it alone sent chills down my spine. I swallowed hard, faking a smile. I didn't want him suspecting anything, at least not yet.Tomorrow, I will be free to return home. I would start my investigation then. I wasn't sure how I was going to go about it though.“Have you had lunch yet?” Dane stared at me, with concern in his eyes. A soft grunt. “Not yet. Selene was about to order some, when you came in.”He mumbled. I didn't exactly get the word but I was certain he doubted Selene was truly going to order the food. I wasn't sure I could ever understand those two.It was beauty.. funny too.“And have
DANE'S POV I stood, a sinister grin on my face. The doctor — that good for nothing bastard. What was he saying to Sofie when he got in?Goodness knows whatever it is. Thank goodness he was dead now. I always knew I couldn't trust him entirely.As I watched Sofia eating, a feeling of excitement washed through me. It was sudden, exciting too. There was no explanation though.I was still surprised how she managed to survived the white wolfsbane that was found in her system. Such rare poison, and she still survived.For someone who didn't have a wolf. It was the most shocking thing I had ever seen in my lifetime, but it was beautiful too.Perhaps, the gods loved me enough and decided to keep my wife with me. She raised her head suddenly, our eyes meeting.I winked. And she blushed, carefully leading the food into her mouth, spoon after spoon..We were silence, but both understood each other's thought. It was soothing, pleasing. Only for a short while though.Selene walked in. Crude and u
SOFIA'S POV I stood, dumbstruck. My eyes flickered non-stop. Nothing made sense — most especially the sight before me.“Nooooo!!” My voice pierced through the sky, loud enough to awake the dead. My heartbeat tripled. I could feel it thumping against my chest.“Someone, please help..” I screeched. I was terrified. No, that was an understatement. The way I felt right then, I had never felt such way my entire life.The door flung open right then. Dane. He stood, his eyes resting on the corpse, then on me. “What happened?” He sounded cold, fierce too.My lips parted, slowly. I tried to speak but couldn't get the words out. My hands shook. My whole body too.“He.. he's dead.”Dane dropped the food he had dropped with him onto the table. “What happened? Please don't tell me..”He stared at me in a way that made my skin tingle. His hand wrapped around my shoulder as he stood next to me. “He.. he killed himself. I don't know why, and neither do I understand his reason for it, but he did it
SOFIA'S POV I sat still, my eyes darting around. Nothing made sense to me, definitely not the room I was in.My eyes darted around. They bore the confusion in my heart as I remained still. The door flung open abruptly. A nurse strolled in. She was fully covered. Strange. My brows creased as I glared at her for answers.“Finally! You're awake.” She smiled. It was quite contagious, but not to me though. “What's going on? Why am I here?” My displeasure was obvious, not in any way hidden.“You shouldn't be sitting here,” she muttered as I tried sitting upright. A sharp pain hit me hard in the back. I groaned, laying backwards at once.I was puzzled, and this nurse wasn't making things easier. Why wouldn't she answer me? My patience was starting to wane. “Why am I here?” Again, I asked. I snapped. “The doctor will be here soon,” she responded, and that was all. Her lips remained grimly pressed against each other as she did some things in there. I didn't pay attention to it, so there w
SELENE'S POV This is the first time you'd be hearing directly from me. I'm the only one in the right state of mind to do so though.Sofia was unconscious, fighting for her life. Dane was a shadow of him, broken by the causality that had befallen his wife.I sat in a corner, my hands fiddling against each other. The tears grew in my eyes. For the last hour, they had flown freely down my face…No attempt did I make at stopping them. An hour, and Sofia was still in the theatre.“We would have to operate on her,” the doctor had said to Dane and I after Sofia's examination. “She's been poisoned.” His voice had been cold. “A rare kind of Wolfsbane. We would have to operate on the queen.”Dane’s face had grown cold. He was terrified. Who could have done that to his wife? “Please do everything you can to save her.”It felt like an entire day had gone by since then. I was impatient. Seeing Sofia alive and well was all I wanted.“She'll be fine.” My arm wrapped around him. He snorted, his hea
DANE'S POV The name seemed to ring a bell, or maybe I thought it did.“No, I don't.” I smiled as Sofia flung the question in my face. We remained in each other's arms and the long for her intensified. My cock had grown hard, pressing hard through the trousers I wore. No doubt, Sofia could feel it against her thigh.Right then, my belly made a loud rumble. Sofia raised her head to me, laughing. “That was loud, wasn't it?”“You should ignore it.” “You sure? Have you had anything to eat today?” She asked, a worried grimace on her.I shook my head. “I can eat after I have eaten.” I leaned closer, my lips sucking hard at her neck. She giggled, a soft moan trailing from her lips. She pushed forward, her boobs pressing hard against my chest. Her nipples stood taut, pleading to be caressed.I latched at them, fondling with reckless abandon. She giggled, wincing. “Do you know what I'm going to do now?” I whispered gently at her, nibbling at her ears.“Oh I do.” Her eyes rolled. Just the wa