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Chapter 25: Scarlett
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Lacey had just gotten ready for bed and was about to settle in when she heard a knock on the door. When she opened it, Julien was standing there, looking sexy with his long, black hair falling over his shoulders, but with a sincere look colored his eyes. "May I come in?"This was a far cry from when she first arrived. Then, he would have burst through the door, whether she was ready or not. Now, he was showing her respect.Tonight, Julien stepped into the room and closed the door. Then he and looked into her eyes. "I want you to know that I spoke with Scarlett." He sighed. "Let's just say that she won't bother you anymore."Lacey nodded. She wasn't going to ask him if he spoke to Scar or what happened, but Lacey was sure that as far as Scar was concerned, it was far from over. But she appreciated Julien's gesture."Thank you." She folded her arms across her chest, uneasy with a man in her room alone."If you don't mind, I'd like to talk.""It's late—""This won't take long.""Okay...."
The Alpha's Companion Chapter 27: Scar
Lacey hurried up the five flights of stairs to her room and quickly dressed for dinner. After the warning from Scar, the gloves were off. Lacey was through playing with her. Tonight, Lacey dressed in a sexy, but classy, dress that hugged her body just right. She hoped Julien would like it. Then she donned her red high heels that lengthened her calves. Usually, Lacey didn't pay attention to such things, but it was time she did. It was time to start fighting fire with fire.Julien was making an effort to get along with her and take the next step, and so would she. Lacey had set the ground rules for her preparing for and agreeing to the wedding. And now that Julien had done his part with Scar, it was her turn to do her part, too.Lacey purposefully headed down to dinner a bit early so she could take the seat to the right of Julien. It was petty, but it was necessary in order to prove to both Julien and Scar that she was worthy of the title Alpha Queen.She headed down the stairs and she w
The Alpha's Companion Chapter 28: Wedding Planning
Lacey started toward the stairs, but Julien met her there, frowning. "Did you hear?" Lacey asked, wishing that he hadn't.Julien nodded. "Yes, I'm afraid so. But thank you for making the effort."Lacey nodded. Then one corner of Julien's lips curled into a smile. "What do you have planned for today?""Well, I was going to work with the warriors—""I asked Brock to lead the practice today," Julien cut her off. "The only thing I want you to do today is to plan our wedding."Lacey's eyebrows rose nearly into her hairline. "Seriously? Today?"Julien looked at her seductively, biting his lower lip, reminding her of the first time she saw him in the woods. "Yes. I can't wait another day to have you all to myself."Lacey laughed, smacking him playfully on his chest, laughing. "So, I suppose you have wedding planners ready and waiting?"Julien smiled, nodding. "As a matter of fact, they're waiting in the small dining room. I've spoken to the chef and he prepared a nice brunch for all of you
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The next day, Lacey hurried down to breakfast. Although she wasn't usually hungry in the morning, she was starving this morning. In the grand dining room, a breakfast buffet was all set up, which included bacon and eggs, Danish, sausage, biscuits, and everything else under the sun. Lacey grabbed a plate and a cheese Danish, along with a cup of coffee, and sat at the nearest table. It was small and decorated with a fall centerpiece. Lacey took a sip of her coffee and sighed, loving the fresh, rich taste.... As well as a moment alone."Well, hello!"Lacey's head snapped up and a guy with long, dark hair pulled back into a ponytail was standing next to the chair across from her. "Hello," she said, turning her attention back to her Danish.A wholesome smile spread across his face. "Mind if I sit down?" He shrugged, holding a plate filled with meat and then swayed his head from side to side, waiting."Okay. Come on." Lacey laughed as she motioned toward the chair, and then went back to eati
The Alpha's Companion Chapter 30: Can it Wait?
"Princess." Cairo nodded, meeting her at the door. She took Lacey's hands and gave her air kisses over both cheeks. "I've been looking for you."Lacey inclined her wet head toward the door. "I was in the practice ring, working with the warriors." A crease formed between her eyes. "What's wrong?"Cairo scoffed. "You were working out with the warriors this close to the wedding?" She wrapped her arm around Lacey's shoulders and led her inside."Well, that's my cue," Raye said, shoving his hands into his pockets. "See you at dinner." Then he took off up the stairs."What would happen if you got a black eye this close to the wedding?" Cairo asked, giving her a look of disapproval.Lacey shrugged. "I'm a shifter and we heal fast."Cairo looked at her as if she had four heads. "But do you really want to take the chance? Your wedding is in three days! What would the Alpha say?"Lacey knew she had a point. "I'm so sorry, but what was it that you wanted?" As a shifter, it was rare when Lacey got
The Alpha's Companion Chapter 31: Camari
The next two days passed in a whirl, between the fitting for the gown and overseeing the last-minute arrangements, Lacey didn't have much time for anything. Then the day came when her family was to arrive, the day before the wedding. Lacey had tried to tell Julien that she was Thorn Taregan's stepdaughter and not his blood, but they were both so busy that there wasn't time."Julien, I have to tell you something before they get here," Lacey said, standing beside him in the foyer, awaiting the arrival of her family."Okay." Julien looked down at her, raising an eyebrow. "What is it?"Then everything happened at once. The Silver Pack limos pulled up and Julien pushed through the door with Lacey following. As she saw her pack getting out of the limos, their fowl treatment, disrespect, and contempt for her came rushing back. But Lacey had changed, and she wasn't going to let her family treat her badly or hijack her wedding."Lacey," her stepfather, Thorn, nodded as he passed without a seco
The Alpha's Companion Chapter 32: Secret
After leaving her mother and seeing Scar, Lacey headed to her room to dress for dinner. She quickly bathed and dressed in a long, purple gown that fell over her body like water. This was the last night before she and Julien were to marry. Lacey just hoped that her family behaved themselves. But if they caused any trouble at all, she would have them thrown out.But then again, her family may not be the ones to cause trouble. Scar had overheard her conversation with her mother earlier, and it was clear that she had heard enough to bury her. If Julien heard it from Scar, he'd never believe that she was of royal blood.No, Lacey's best chance, her only chance with Julien, was to tell him herself. When she was ready, Lacey hurried down the five flights of stairs and Julien was standing outside the dining hall."Julien, I have to talk to you—""Can it wait?" he asked, smiling. "Both of our packs are waiting for us.""No, it can't—""Tell me inside." Julien gave her a cocky grin. "I'm eager
The Alpha's Companion Chapter 33: Who Has Your Heart?
Julien pulled her up the stairs as tears streamed down her cheeks. But Lacey said nothing. What could she say that would make this right? But instead of turning toward the left when they reached the fifth floor, he led her toward the right. She had no idea where he was taking her, but he said nothing on the way, obviously feeling hurt and betrayed. Lacey nearly fell over when they stopped in front of his room. Julien opened the door and inside was a suite of rooms, all luxuriously done. He took her to the living room and stood her by the sofa."Sit," Julien ordered, and then walked away.Lacey did as he asked and then buried her face in her hands but said nothing. Julien came back a moment later and nudged her. When she looked up, he held a glass out to her. "Here. Drink this. It'll help you to relax."Lacey reached for it and, for a split second, wondered if it was poison. But then again, if he were going to kill her, he'd do it with his bare hands, not with poison. He crossed the r
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