DelaneyTime seemed to slow down as Ronan swept me in his arms and whisked me away into one of the SUVs. I didn't know what to do as he placed me in the backseat, his eyes changing colour, his wolf taking over. "Elias will take you home safely, while I join Kai in assessing the situation at the border," Ronan spoke as Elias, Nyra, Maribel, and Carter arrived."No, no, please, Ronan. Let me come with you." I attempted to get out of the car, but he blocked me, heaving a breath. "Kai and I can't worry about keeping you safe and also securing the kingdom. Please go with Elias, we will join you as soon as we can," he pleaded, placing his hand on the back of my head."Babe please, I wan-t to go with you." I placed my hand on his arm, my lips trembling as I looked into his eyes.The shock of the news was beginning to wear off, leaving a heaviness in my stomach. If what I had deciphered was right, then the dark witches were coming for me. My insides turned cold all of a sudden, the temperatu
DelaneyThe town square had been turned into a parking lot and was already full by the time we arrived in town. "This is by far the most attended mating ceremony," Elias spoke as he found a spot for parking right outside the ballroom. Despite saying I wasn't going to get marked, deep down I wanted it and my words carried no weight. "This is...amazing!" Nyra threw her hands in the air, grimacing when she hit her pinky finger in the process. She stuck her head out of the window, pointing at two teens whose tongues were down on each other's throats."Looks like they just found each other," Maribel whispered beside me, giving the couple a look of longing, with a sparkle in her eyes. I didn't say a word as I sniffed the air, trying to pick up my mates scents."We are here," I mind-linked Kai, looking around the compound."Stay right there, little kitten. Maribel will walk you in when it is time for your introduction officially as our mate and the Luna of this kingdom," he instructed."I c
DelaneyThe next morning rolled in slowly, the mood in the air charged with celebrations. Maribel finished the final touches on my hair, holding it with bobby pins, leaving some curled strands falling on the side of my face. Nyra did the makeup, just light and natural. By the time we were done getting ready, the alpha kings had mind-linked me multiple times, asking how far we were. They had to leave earlier to make sure everything was going as planned and to welcome the people."The alpha kings won't be able to take their eyes off you, my child," Maribel praised, holding my hand as we walked down the stairs. We were riding with her, Nyra, and of course Elias was the driver. Carter had left with the alpha kings, volunteering to be at their service."That dress looks really good on you, don't even get me started on the heels," Nyra complimented. "The alpha kings knew this dress was the one," she added, making me glance at her as we exited the mansion."What do you mean?" I pressed as sh
DelaneyTwo weeks passed by fast, with every day bringing in new responsibility and duties to be carried out in the preparation of the big day. As the incoming alpha kings' mate, I had to be on the front line, interacting with people and making sure the ballroom was arranged perfectly. It was a big, tedious task for me, given that I had never really organised any ceremony like that or even given instructions to people. My position was proving to hold a lot of weight and obligations, but I had to push on."The Mating Ceremony is tomorrow," Nyra stated. "Can you believe that? Days have really gone by at lightning speed," she added, rotating on her chair.I had been assigned an office opposite the alpha kings' with Nyra's spot in it. There was no way I was going to leave her behind. Carter was also employed as our assistant of some sort, even though the alpha kings didn't really trust him. To them, it would be a nice opportunity to observe him both at the estate and at the office."I fee
RonanWhen we walked into the dining room, Elias, Maribel, Nyra, and Carter were already seated, chatting loudly as they waited for us. Maribel stood as we sat down and began plating food for us. For the first time since Carter came to the capital, I actually acknowledged him. Whatever it was that he had told Delaney had partially worked in pushing her to acceptance of the marking."Could you please pass the salt, Carter?" I said, stretching my hand. His Adam's apple bobbed up and down as he handed me the salt, his hand shaking subtly. He couldn't meet my eyes even though he was trying so hard. I gave him a tight nod for a thank you, and I could have sworn the corner of his mouth twitched into a brief smile."So, you will all be glad to know that your backstabbing actually worked, partially. The alpha kings will be marking me on the day of the mating ceremony." Delaney spoke, slicing a roasted potato."It will be the highlight of the day," Kai added, closing his eyes as he probably im
Alpha Kai"Do you think our plan worked?" Ronan asked Maribel, leaning over the kitchen counter."We won't know until you speak to her," Gigi replied, opening the oven. The smell of her marinated roasted chicken and potatoes filled the kitchen, making my mouth water."Let me help with that," I offered, taking the kitchen towel from her to help take out the tray. The moment I set it on the counter, Ronan stretched his hand to pick a piece. Gigi slapped his hand, making him withdraw it quickly."Wash your hands first for goodness sake, Ronan!" She chastised him as he pouted like a scolded pup, making me let out a light laugh. Gigi made us forget that we were grown men, treating us like her own children."Where were we?" I asked, setting the towel aside as Gigi filled the meat in a serving dish. It was almost dinner time, but Delaney, Nyra, and Elias had yet to be back."Delaney," Ronan mumbled, staring at the dish as Gigi covered i