Veronica’s POV Freedom is such a beautiful thing. Lately, I am learning more about myself; truly getting to know and deciding who I am without the shackles of my past holding me back anymore. “I think the palace could make do with less meat and broth, there’s a lot to spare. We can cut back so we could double the rations for the people. Hunting is difficult currently, there’s not a lot of catch and there is another upcoming wave of harsher winter storm soon. We must be prepared,” I told Isolde and gave her back the ledger I just checked. “Check within the palace storage and then give me the proposed numbers before we proceed with the transfer of provisions,” I added. Isolde gave me a smile and nodded. “Will do, Luna. I will get back to you within the day.” “Thank you,” I smiled back at her as she left the chambers. I learned that aside from hunting, I love to lead. For a while, I have had a complicated relationship with the crown. My first time being a queen, it was only becau
Sebastian’s POVLarge feasts are a traditional celebration for wolf packs.The giant bonfire illuminated the forests under the dark of the night. The full moon cast upon the evening sky as the Helios kingdom burst into boisterous clamor. Some were playing percussion to loud joyous beats accompanied by a chorus of chanting lycans.I watched from afar, holding a glass of wine as my pack members started holding hands, forming a circle and danced around the fire. Laughter filled the air.Veronica was sitting among the women of the pack. The young girls were braiding her long wavy hair and adorning it with flowers. She was conversing with Isolde and Analynn from where they were huddled.
Veronica’s POVThe funny thing about fate is that you don’t know what it has in store for you.When life feels like a trap, there is no other way but to gamble your way out of it. For me, after losing all I had, the only choice left was to flip the coin and hope it lands in my favor.“With the recent confirmed death of Alpha Colton and Lady Jadeline of Eviera, the trials are now concluded. The Five Elders would abdicate from their positions and as a punishment, the territory of the former Eviera pack will fall under temporary governance by the Holy Parliament until further verdict.”It did land in my favor.
Note: The following chapter contains explicit adult content.* * * * *Veronica's POVMates are two souls becoming one.I never truly understood what it meant until Sebastian marked me.Our lips met with a muffled hum. It started slow like usual until our hunger started taking over. He moved to hover on top of me as I felt myself sinking to my childhood bed.My teeth clashed with his while I was clinging around his nape. I felt antsy. We were literally sharing a bruising kiss and yet it wasn’t enough.It's not close enough. I want to be closer—almost inseparable. I felt restless and desperate for something intangible.With that, I ended up biting down on his lower lip, drawing blood that made Sebastian groan and pull away for a second.The despair I had doubled.“Sev—please,” I whined, trying to chase his mouth but he just pushed me down the mattress.He was looking at me with a wide amused smirk. “Greedy girl.”I squirmed when he wrapped his hand around my neck, pinning me further. I
Veronica’s POVEviera seemed empty, like a ghost town.We probably looked out of place; the only two figures lively in the middle of the somber kingdom. The pack knew it was over for them—but it wasn’t my business to worry about them anymore.I dragged Sebastian through the square, finding my way to our old house. I feel excited to show him the place, otherwise I wouldn’t be eager to go there anymore.A minute later, I saw the familiar structure of the Crysmorra house. It was bigger than most, high standing and somehow still maintained. Jadeline would never allow it to be tacky. I’m sure it seems small for Sebastian who grew up in a glamorous life but this house used to be homey… before it all went down.I opened the door with a spell I am more adept at now. I pulled him inside. It was dark so I snapped for some light.“Very traditional,” he comments as he checks the place out. Most things were covered with white cloth. There are cobwebs everywhere. The air was dusty.“Father was an o
Sebastian’s POV“Wait, shit–” I winced from the sudden sting as Veronica pressed a cloth over the gash at my side.“Sorry!” she squeaked, her eyes widening in panic. She fussed to remove the cloth and checked it before looking up at me. “Does it hurt badly?”I shook my head. “It just burns.”Veronica frowned and stared at the wound. “You’re not healing on your own.”“The herbs are working,” I replied, pertaining to the herbs she concocted for me.Still, her eyes reflected worry as she gazed at my injury. She was in deep thought. Like always, Veronica was probably trying to unravel the mystery of my unusual cut. It’s a habit of hers.It was as if she was a different person from the woman who just plucked out a man’s heart just hours ago. She no longer has inhibitions in taking what she wants—a shift I have noticed ever since she killed Jadeline.Then I guess someone’s first kill will definitely change them.I wasn’t bothered by it though. I still see her as the same woman I love. I was