Athena's POV It was a matter of life and death. There was no one around to save me, I had to help myself out of the situation or get killed. He made no attempt of getting off me soon. I played the only trick I knew might work, one I learnt from training in my old pack-- play dead. It was a risky venture if the attacker continued exacting pressure, but I tried it regardless as I was losing my strength drastically. I stayed still, I released my grip on his thick arm and acted dead. He got up from me instantly, a drop of his beading sweat fell on my face as he turned to face the door. I reached for the lamp on the drawer and aimed at his head. It hit him on the side of his face as he wailed in pain, glass shattering on the floor as I crawled out of the room hurriedly...panting. "Dante! Somebody help!" I screamed out and in the mindlink. I was approaching the study when I saw Dante rushing towards me. I pointed at the door from which I came as he squatted beside me, "what happene
Dante's POVHer question got me startled, staring wide-eye at her.Who must have told her? I made sure to clear every traces of my past that could pose as a threat to our relationship."I don't understand" I replied, playing the ignorance card and hoping she wouldn't go further. I was wrong. "Why didn't you tell me about it?" she questioned, her swollen eyes releasing tears down her cheeks.I hated to see her cry, but it turned out I have been doing nothing less than that lately. I already hated myself for it."So it's true then. Who cares about how I found out?" she sobbed, making me feel broken.They were mistakes from my past I never intended for her to know, just for the sake of what was already happening, seeing her hurt, or seeing me as a bad guy."I promise it's nothing to worry about," I whispered, rubbing off the tears on her face."Look at me, Athena," I raise her gaze up to meet mine, staring deeply into my eyes. There was something about her stare that always made me fa
Dante's POVIt was well past midnight when I arrived back to my Kingdom.First thing in the morning, I was going to summon Tyler to the palace. I could have visited him that night, but the healer advised he got adequate rest at night.Athena was still curled up in bed, deep into sleep when I returned to the room.I stared at her for a while, wondering how she'll react if she ever finds out the rest of my secrets. If Charlotte could get her all worked up, how much more finding out her mate was a cold-blooded murderer?.I wouldn't let that happen. We had to find a way, any way. My reputation also mattered. I couldn't lose the kingdom to anyone outside my bloodline.I tumbled in bed until I gave up trying to find sleep. Thankfully,I didn't wake her up. I buried myself into work at the library.***"Who amongst you has a runny mouth?" I asked after summoning all the maids that worked closely with Athena. It was still very early in the morning, they stood faced down on a single file. W
Dante's povI've had sleepless nights for the past few months, as the Lycan kings awaited the results of their newly elected leader for the westside."what about Charlotte? Do you monitor her movements?" I asked Tyler, seated beside me in the carriage."She seems timid, easily manipulated. She wouldn't be a threat. My only concern is Alpha Fenrir. I don't trust him?""I trust her...and if it happens that way, I'll make sure I kill them both..As for Fenrir, he's no match" I replied. The journey was quiet until we arrived at the Lycan's Council meeting. The passages were busy with suited men from different parts of the world, judging by their fashion sense.I picked up my suit case and headed for the large entrance with Tyler by my side."Stay here," I ordered him while I proceeded in.Most of the leaders were already on their respective seats, each representing thier kingdom.Mine was positioned somewhere in the middle of the large conference table.I sat comfortably, taking off my ha
Dante's POV"It's all over the news," Tyler announced, tossing the newspaper to the table."...and here's your coffee."I reached for the cup of coffee first before standing up to take a look at the papers. I found a picture of myself on the front page. I couldn't help the curve that formed on my lips."Your father must be proud of you if he were here, My King," Tyler remarked while I flipped through the pages with both excitement and a touch of anxiety.I knew it was going to be daunting. I knew I would face alot of oppositions. The record had it that most of them died in office, but it was a great way to make a name for my lineage."What next?" he asked."What do you mean by what next? We won. It's official," I replied, after having a sip of the coffee in my hand."I was referring to the Queen and other werewolves in the kingdom. That's the only way Alpha Fenrir can take us down," Tyler panicked. Although justified, I chose not to bother about minute details. "Some things are mean
Athena's POV Morning sickness, constant throbbing headache and random cravings for food were just a few of the excesses I contended with during pregnancy.It'd been eight months, my legs too thin for the weight I suddenly gained. "Is the king back?" I asked Liliane, as I folded in some of my special clothes into a large box and a few baby items I got last week."No, my Queen."It's been two days since Dante got back from his supposed induction. "Tyler is here," Liliane called out, opening the door."Where's the King?" I rushed toward him in panic."Did something happen to him? Tell me Tyler. Don't you dare hide anything from me," I held on to him, almost tightening my grip before he replied,"The King is fine. He has been busy with his new office. The chariots would be here any minute. The instruction is to pack all you need before they arrive. The train to the central palace leaves by 2pm," he concluded with a bow."Dante, Tell me you're fine. I don't trust your Beta," I mind-link
Dante's povAs I began to unpack the last of the boxes from the old palace, memories flooded back to me. Memories of a time when things were easier, and I didn't have to worry about the weight of the kingdom's affairs on my shoulders. I carefully arranged the files in the cabinet, making sure to separate my personal work from that of the kingdom's, as there were bound to be a surplus of important documents.As I worked, my mind drifted to Charlotte, and the little boy that was my son. My heart ached as I thought of her, wondering how my mate would take the news. But then, another thought entered my mind, and with it, a sense of dread. Athena had been acting strange since giving birth to our child. I couldn't tell if it was the disappointment of having a girl, or if it was something deeper, something that stemmed from my desire for a male heir. But either way, she worried me, and I couldn't shake the feeling that something was wrong.I made my way back to my room on the second floo
Athena's POVTears cascaded down my eyes watching my mate leave with my child. My child!I wasn't prepared to be a mother. it felt awkward having to breastfeed a child...a child from my womb. I wanted nothing to do with it...but I couldn't watch it die. I realized how much I loved her.Even if Dante wouldn't grow to like her, I made up my mind to be everything she would ever want in a mother.I would make sure she doesn't go through the pain I went through as a girl child.She would be stronger than I ever was.She was my priority.I looked out the window. I succeeded in breaking a portion, but it wasn't enough to grant me an escape without tearing my skin.I groaned in pain, making more impact. Every hit pierced my knuckles. The distance from the second floor to the ground was enough to break me to pieces. But there was a slim chance for survival if Sue helped me with the jump. My baby needed me. I would give her a beautiful name as soon as I have her back in my arms. Cosmo, bec