Avery is a lonely she-wolf with a painful past, despised by her pack for being a rouge, she discovers her fated mate is the handsome and powerful Alpha Lucien. He rejects her as his mate leaving her heartbroken. All hope was lost for Avery not until a new Alpha, Devon arrives to claim her as his chosen mate and surprisingly, she recognizes him as one. Alpha Lucien however refuses to let Avery go, sparking a perilous love triangle. Secrets start to unravel, and Avery learns the truth of her lineage, but the truth however comes with a shocking revelation leaving Avery to question everyone around her. Now, with betrayals and deceit surrounding her, can poor Avery find her way in this treacherous world? What awaits her in the dangerous choices ahead?
View MoreThree years had passed since my mother had left me alone in the quite town of Silverwood. Every year I had secretly prayed to the moon goddess for her return. But this year I was turning eighteen, I was much wiser now to understand she wasn’t coming back for me.
Running through the forest has always had an effect on my body I couldn’t just explain how it made me feel. Free! was the closest words I can think of.
I can feel it in the air, the fresh smell of forest had a way of relaxing every muscles in her body, memories of I and my mother running through the woods laughing and playing were still in my head. I stopped running and my claws start to abruptly dig into the soil beneath, I was drawing the strange pattern I can’t seem to remember where I had seen it again.
I looked at the strange pattern again, maybe it has some connection with my mom or even dad, I closed my eyes for a minute to relax, I will be turning 18 tomorrow. I really wish my mom was here. I miss my parents.
Being the daughter of a rouge wolf, has made life harder for Avery, everyone and everything despises her in Silverwood. She didn’t know who her father was, but everyone made sure to let her know she was the daughter of a ruthless rouge. They had always reminded her she was an abomination and that’s why her mother had abandoned her.
Girls her age avoided her like a plague, wherever she went to, the pack members made her feel miserable and isolated her. She has had several thoughts of running away but she was scared of leaving and her mother coming back and not finding her.
Avery heard a low noise which pulled her out of her deep thoughts. She decided to follow the sound. As my eyes landed on the figure in front me, I turned my back and started to run.
I found myself running and running, not knowing exactly where I was heading to but I was running. "Stop right there." A voice thundered behind me, which only made me run even more.
I just saw those men brutally ripping out the throat of a girl and I secretly feared I will be next. What if something happened to me? I haven't lived my life yet.
I suddenly tripped and fell on my face and I heard the men stop as they chuckled darkly. "Looks like we've got something to play with tonight." One of them said and I curled up in a ball.
"She looks so fragile and weak." The other said and I only hugged my knees even more tightly as his cold fingers touched my bare skin.
"What do you think you're doing?" A voice came from the other side and the cold hand I was feeling disappeared. "So this is what you do to vulnerable ladies in my father's pack?"
"No, not at all. Don't get us wrong prince Lucien, we are only trying to help her." One of the men chuckled as I felt someone lift me effortlessly in the air.
"Get rid of them." He said and a few seconds after, I could hear distant scream and I slowly opened my eyes to see prince Lucien staring right at me with a disgusted look.
"You can't even protect yourself, how do you want to protect the whole pack? Seems like the moon goddess gave me the wrong choice of mate." He shook his head in pity as he looked down at me. "I reject you, Avery."
As he said those words, I felt like someone stabbed me across the heart. I felt a sharp pain that refused to leave and the air surrounding me became really cold.
I had just got my wolf today and I realized prince Lucien was my mate. He realized that too this morning but didn't say a word about it.
"Wait…" I tried to stop him but he already dashed off and he left me there, on the cold floor after being rejected.
I broke down into tears and I remained there for a few minutes before I felt a warm hand on my head. I looked up to see beta Donovan looking down at me with a warm smile.
"You'll be fine." He said as he ran his fingers through my hair.
"He rejected me, uncle. Everyone hates me. They all do." I sobbed as I threw myself in his arms and he patted my back gently.
"But I don't. They don't see the beauty in you like I do Avery. You're a bright, red and precious gemstone and not everyone will appreciate you until they lose you." He said and I could not help but cry more and more.
I had expected out of everyone who hated me, my mate would be different but he didn't even give it a second thought before rejecting me. I couldn't blame him though. He had Stella.
Stella was all I could never be and he had her so I see no reason why he should actually come to me, a weak good-for-nothing wolf.
I knew part of the reason Donovan was here to comfort me was because his daughter was the reason my last hope just slipped from my hands.
"I'll be fine." I said to myself but I knew that was a total lie. I have always been neglected right since I could remember and everyone spoke to my face about being a rogue and I could never fit in.
Right since I was a child, I yearned for love and acceptance from the society but I only got hatred and maltreatment in return. Only Beta Donovan was good enough to have a heart.
Just as I was about to say another word to Beta Donovan, a couple of guards marched towards us and grabbed my arms roughly. "Beta Donovan, you will excuse us. Prince Lucien asked us to return her to the pack house this instant." One of the guards and Beta Donovan stood up, taking a step back.
No one could defy the alpha or his son's orders and realizing he was my mate this morning made me feel a bit special and important that he would finally recognize me and so would everyone else.
I was dragged into the pack house but not to my room in the basement, I was dragged to the one hallway I only peeped into when everyone in the pack house was out, and that was Lucien's quarters.
"What am I doing here?" I asked them but they didn't answer my question and just shoved me into one of the doors, closing the door behind me.
"Wait, let me out of here. What's going on?" I pounded my fists against the door but no one answered. Panic began to set in.
What if this was a set up and I will end up being killed because I was found in the alpha's son's room. Although I was hated, I didn't want to die so very young.
"Ahh, you're here." I heard Lucien 's voice, which made me look back, gluing my body to the door.
"I am very sorry my lord." I fell on my knees pleadingly with tears forming in my eyes. "I was brought in here by the guards, please do not punish me."
"Of course I will not punish you, little one. The moon goddess might have made the wrong choice in making us mates but since she has, I might as well enjoy you since no other man will take you." He said, looking at me hungrily.
No matter what, I know my worth but I wasn't allowed to say a thing before he grabbed me. I forcefully tried to snatch myself from his grip but he hit me, pushing me to the bed.
"You will listen to me." He said and I let out an ear piercing scream which resounded through the whole room.
Lucien's Pov Walking down the aisle was one thing I never imagined I would do. The thought of walking down a path lined with roses and a red carpet, and holding someone in my arms beside me that I promised to love and care for, seeming like a foreign concept. It felt weird to think that I had finally been humbled. And that I had finally been brought to my knees to consider love as anything more than erotic pleasure. It still felt strange to me that I had actually gotten here. To this point? And a part of me really felt proud.I never thought I would get here and I never thought I would actually get married… I had feared I would end up living and dying as hedonistic. But I guess miracles happen, and this just happened to be mine. I was happy even though I was a bit confused and tepid. I looked courageous and smug but I was still scared internally. I feared my old habits would come back to haunt me. And I worried I wouldn't be the best husband for Avery… She was a beautiful soul and ho
Avery's PovTwo months later The crowd had gathered for the festivities and the courtyard was full of life. The entirety of Silverwood had been called for this occasion and everyone with ears had heeded the call. The streets were lined with people, stalls and activity. Musicians filled the streets with instruments and sounds. Some of the stalls filled with ale and the people were aloof and afloat. Food was bountiful. As steaks rolled over fires and men sold rottiserie chicken and smoked seasoned salmon over counters. The energy all around contagious. No single soul lost or sad or broken. Everyone, irrespective of class or status had come and were happy. All needs were met and all wants provided. It had been two months now and the town of Silverwood had gone from chaos and fighting to peace and tranquility. The people had reached a calm and began rebuilding. The torn ties, the distrust and the loss. The grieving families had been supported and helped to move on. Everyone was slowly an
Luciens's PovI held her in my hands and I just couldn't contain the feeling. The rush of energy I felt inside and the lightness in my head. Her body was soft and her motion was gentle. I held her close and she sighed quietly; her soft moans driving me crazy as we held each other. I didn't know I could feel this way. And I didn't know I could feel so in love. The state I was in wasn't one of lust or to have her in bed. I held her in my arms now and the only thing I wanted was to have her there. The only thing I wanted was to hold her close and hold her forever…Avery was everything and Avery was beautiful. Her hands around me as she tried to sink into my skin. I could feel her getting closer and edging closer. I could feel her wanting to close the gap and want to be near me. I could feel her energy matched mine and that she wanted me as much as much as I wanted her. The sparks lighting up and almost written in the skies. I really didn't want to let go but I had to. I didn't really wan
Avery's PovI woke up now in a gasp. My breathing heavy as I glanced in every direction frantically. I shot out of the chair or bed or whatever I was resting on and got up to my feet. I turned every which way, my eyes swinging from one side of the room to another. Then shooting up to the ceiling to see if what I had seen in my dream wasn't a dream. And if it had been real…It felt too real not to be and I deeply hoped it wasn't just hallucinations. As I looked up at the ceiling to find the carved statuettes but instead I saw a blank ceiling made of wood. I looked around for the white dress. With the veil and the mannequin? But I saw nothing. And now I quickly turned to look for Lucien. To see him maybe in the suit I had seen him in. To see his hair, and to see him smiling wide at me the way I had seen him. With the box in his hand. To hear his voice and hear him explain how he wanted to marry me. And how he had made plans for the wedding. And all he needed was a yes…But I turned arou
Avery's PovI woke up confused and I didn't know where I was at first. I struggled to open my eyes and also to keep my vision steady. My eyes opening slowly like curtains and my body feeling weird between my legs. I felt a sharp pain in my hips and I could feel my thighs quake slightly. I looked down at myself to see that I was in robes?... I looked up and I didn't recognise where I was. The room in front of me is different from the one I remembered. The design different from the room I last saw myself in. The windows were wide and open, the curtains were drawn to the sides to let in light. And I found myself on a bigger bed. The sheets very soft and delicate in my hands as I rested on it with my palm, turning my head sideways trying to figure out where I was.“Rise and shine princess…” I suddenly heard a voice call. And I frowned and turned slowly. My head still hurting slightly and my legs strangely weak and tired. I managed to complete the turn and I was surprised to see Lucien stan
Stella's PovIt just didn't feel right… and it just didn't make any sense. Yet it was all my reality… After all these years of hatred. To only come to realise I was hating my own blood?... That I was hating what I was supposed to love, and loving what I was supposed to hate?... The thought of being abused and used without even realising it made me shiver. I had been lied to so long and so well I couldn't even tell the difference. The lines between what was real and what was false blurring together into one vague absolute. I just couldn't believe the wool had been pulled over my eyes for so long. I had been blinded and led like a sheep and I thought I knew what I was doing? I thought I was right? I thought I was fighting for a good cause?... That my intentions were justified, and the allies were the enemies while the real enemies were actually the allies. I had gone against sensible reason and veered off wildly, and now it made me question my own self?... To believe that I was this
Lucien's PovI pulled out as she convulsed and came all over everything. The sheets and her dress was soaking wet and her hands by her side with her mouth open in a gentle sigh. She had quickly reached climax in just a few strokes and I wondered if I was that good or she was just very invested in the moment? Or even worse, she was just faking it?... I climbed off and let her lie there. I buckled my belt back in place and released a sigh myself. The moment short but the feeling mutual. Avery was a beautiful being, and down there she was tight. I was surprised at how I flowed through in and out seamlessly. Each stroke leaving her moaning loudly and gasping in short bursts. Her body jerking at every motion, her fingers gripping my legs, trying to hold on, and trying not to pass out. Trying not to let the rush send her unconscious. Her moans soon turned into cries, her eyes wet as it was seemingly too much for her. I wanted to stop but each time she moaned I only went deeper. Her cries ac
Avery's PovI was glad I had seen this coming. I was happy to have seen this beforehand and prevented it. As the guards came in now just at the exact moment. The guards came in now just at the exact time Lucien would have been deep inside me and too far gone to cover up and rationalise. I was happy I held myself accountable; and held myself accountable for both our reputations…As the two guards now stood at the door with several clothes in hand, all of them folded and all of them in the shape of dresses. With different colours and different designs. I stood there frowning in confusion as they stood with their hands out and their waist slightly bent in a saluted pose. Their chins raised and their heads high.“We have brought the clothes sire…” The leading guard called. “The one you asked for, for the benevolent lady of yours…”And the guards tone surprised me. His aggressive voice had gone down a baritone lower. And he now sounded more like a butler than a guard. And the way he talked
Avery's PovI held his hand and he closed his eyes again. This time relaxing and not trying to pull away. He let my palm touch his and then closed his eyes. The exchange of energy making him ease into calm and his legs suddenly twitch. I saw his feet move slightly and then again. Before he opened his eyes and then let go. Immediately moving himself forward and getting out of bed, standing on his feet and turning around. “Being paralysed is a curse really…” he smiled, staring directly at me. His perfect teeth showing in full view. He looked suddenly refreshed and revitalised. The look on his face far from someone who was just sick.I smiled back at him not knowing what else to do. I watched him spin on his heels and click his feet in a hopscotch. He had suddenly lost his stern austerity and now was as giddy as a horse… “Are you okay Alpha?...” I asked now, frowning with my head down slightly. But he only turned towards me with his smile growing bigger. “Never been better, and thank
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