ELIZA’S POV“Don't wait for an offense to have a defense. Be calculative, learn to study your opponent.”Alexander's voice rang out in the training grounds.The sounds of swords clicking against each other guided me closer to the training grounds.It was alive just as it used to be, the Gammas - our warriors in view - gathered around Alexander and the lady he was sparring with, watching and observing while the older warriors were in groups, rehashing their knowledge amongst themselves.“Now attack me.” I folded my arms under my breasts and watched Alexander spar with the lady.His movements were calculated. Precise.I guess this preacher did practice what he preached.The lady lunged forward but Alexander moved to the side and in a swift move, he snatched her sword off her hand and pinned both swords to her neck.“What should I do with your head, Cassie? Drink from it or put it on a spike?”The girl between the swords chuckled but I heard the fear in her voice.“Learn to read your oppo
ELIZA’S POVMy wolf began moving restlessly giving me this unsettling feeling in the pit of my stomach. Something was wrong, my wolf could sense it, I could too.I kept my head up, following Maggie before concluding on anything. If something was wrong, it was only a matter of time till we figured it out.My wolf began bristling with anger as we got into the hall. I gritted my teeth trying to keep the anger surging inside of me in check.Maggie hadn't done justice to the explanation she gave, heck! She hadn't explained anything at all.A long crack ran from the base of the wall all the way to the middle, the impact so deep it could collapse the building.I looked at Alexander and found him as puzzled as I was. “What did you say happened again?” I asked Maggie.She adjusted her jotter pad in her hands as she darted her eyes between me and Alexander. “As I said, I noticed the crack and began monitoring it only to find out it grew bigger. Today, I was doing a general inspection around the
DEREK’S POVI ran my fingers through my hair, staring down at the papers before me, the papers - I must admit - have seen better days.I have spent long hours in my office going through every file and document, searching and checking to see if I could find some money lying around, maybe a missed calculation or something that could bring up any money.The $3 million compensation Eliza demanded was an unbearable burden that has kept me up at night coupled with the fact that the financial auditor wouldn’t let me rest till the money was paid to the last penny.I stood up from my seat and began pacing, paper in hand, rereading what I was certain I'd read more than three times.Not finding anything, I tossed the paper on the table, walked to my makeshift bar and poured myself a glass of whiskey.The door opened as I drowned my drink in one go as my beta walked in. “There are some men here to see you, Alpha.” Sighing, I went to take back my seat as three men walked in.“Long live your majest
ELIZA’S POVIt's been three days since the incident in the training halls, since every activity in the pack came to a sudden halt.Over the last few days, Maggie, the engineer and I -and Alexander - have been testing and examining the building materials and have come to the conclusion that they were all weak and expired materials.Maggie and the engineer who I came to learn his name was Ronald, insisted that the conductor was deceitful and had supplied us with fake materials but I couldn't shake off the feeling that it wasn't done single-handedly. I knew someone was backing him but I wasn't certain who it was."This is the receipt for our wood purchase, that cost us about two hundred thousand," Lily said, sliding a receipt to me. We were in my office going over our bank affairs to check how bad we were damaged and how much damage control we could make."This one here is the receipt for steel and concrete. We paid for them at the same time and that cost us six hundred and fifty thousan
ELIZA’S POVI managed to calm my ready heart and paid keen attention to Alexander. My body was in desperate need for something but my mind wanted something else; to show Derek and his wife that I wasn't one to be trampled with.Alexander muted his phone and turned to me; "The manager has confirmed that Derek and Maya are there, what do you want?"I shook my head, mentally locking up all my thoughts into a box. "I want their request denied. Across all banks in the kingdom." Alexander nodded once and turned his attention back to his phone.Alexander quickly placed his phone on the table and put it on speakerphone, as expected, Derek's angry voice filled the room immediately.I remained calm in my seat even though a terrible laughter was threatening to break out of me."Sir, the executives themselves ordered that your request be denied," The bank manager from the other end tried to calm Derek, with Derek's voice threatening to overshadow the manager's voice. "This isn't something I can c
ELIZA’S POV“Ma’am, Alpha Derek and his wife are back.” When the bank manager informed me earlier a smirk had graced my lips.Taking a slow sip from the glass of wine that’d been brought to me earlier, I savored the taste as it slid down my throat.The wine tasted like power.It tasted like control.And today? Today, I would fight back.They had no idea what was coming. Derek and Maya—the two people who thought they could outplay me.They’d underestimated me from the very beginning.They thought they could manipulate me, corner me, force me to bend.I smiled to myself again before signaling at the bank manager to bring them in.The door opened, and they stepped in.As expected, the expressions on their faces were cold.Derek walked into the room like he owned it. The typical big bad Alpha. Maya followed behind him. Her heels made noise as she entered further into the room.They both had that look—the one that said they had no idea what was coming. They thought they still called the sh
ELIZA’S POVAlexander’s lips on mine felt like heaven.He tasted sweet. He tasted like everything I had ever wanted. I could get drunk on his kisses alone.Every inch of my skin tingled as he touched me. His hands traced a slow, teasing path along my waist.His fingers were light as feathers yet they caused a fire wherever they touched. My heart was pounding so loudly that I could hear it.I could barely think as his lips claimed mine. The kiss was soft yet passionate.Slowly, our tongues rolled together and in that moment, I forgot how to breathe or how to think.It was a kiss that left no room for doubt about what he wanted. Alexander’s kisses were intoxicating. It was so overwhelming that my knees were weak beneath me.As his hand slid to the small of my back, pulling me closer, I could feel the desire radiating off him.My wolf was doing a happy dance at the back of my mind. She purred as the kiss deepened.I had no idea why she was acting like this. She’s never been this affected
ALEXANDER’S POVI sat in the dark study of Eliza’s pack house. My fingers drummed against the armrest of the chair as I replayed the memory of my recent closeness with Eliza.No matter how hard I tried, I couldn’t push her out of my mind. Her beautiful face, her scent, the way her lips had felt against mine—it was too much.That kiss…I leaned forward, resting my elbows on my knees, trying to focus, but my body betrayed me.The thought of her, the way her body fit perfectly against mine, was enough to make me ache with longing. The thought of it made my cock twitch with excitement.Every detail replayed in my mind—the warmth of her touch, the softness of her lips, the way she looked at me with those intense brown eyes of her.My wolf stirred restlessly at the thought of its mate.She was mine. She just didn’t know it yet.Ever since we were bonded as mates, it had become very difficult to suppress my desires.My wolf recognized her, claimed her, but the bond was only one-sided for now
ALEXANDER’S POVThe moment I opened my eyes that morning, the scent of her still lingered on my skin.Eliza.Her warmth, the softness of her body pressed against mine, and the way her breath had hitched when I touched her—it was all burned into my mind like an imprint I would never forget.It had been days since I last saw her yet it felt like it was just yesterday.I missed her.Goddess, I missed her more than I could put into words.I had waited years for her, loving her from afar, forcing myself to suppress what I felt.She had always been meant for me.Even my wolf had known it from the start, but fate had other plans.We were separated. Now, with her back in my life, with her finally in my arms, I couldn’t bear the thought of letting her go again.My wolf stirred restlessly, pacing in my mind. He kept urging me to claim her, to solidify the bond between us.“Patience,&rdq
ELIZA’S POVAfter my time with Alexander, I wasted no time in going back to my pack.My mind was set.I stepped into the study, where my trusted Beta, Lily, and Gamma, Frederick, were already waiting for me.Their expressions were unreadable, but I could sense their concern.“How are the reconstruction efforts progressing?” I asked, settling into my chair.Lily handed me a detailed report. “We’re making headway. The outer defenses have been reinforced, and the warriors are undergoing intensive training. The people are rallying, Eliza. They believe in you.”I nodded as I looked at the reports “Good. And the supply lines?”Frederick answered this time “Restored. We have enough resources to last the winter. But, Eliza—”I looked up sharply at his hesitation. “But what?”Frederick exchanged a glance with Lily before speaking. “Leaving
ELIZA’S POVThe moment Alexander’s lips met mine, the world around me blurred into nothing.It was like a fire ignited in my veins, and I felt my wolf stir with a hunger I had never known before.It wasn’t just the physical connection—it was something deeper.The feeling made my entire body tremble with need. I had never felt like this with anyone before.His hands slid around my waist, pulling me against his hard sculpted body. I gasped against his lips, and he took full advantage.He used the opportunity to deepen the kiss with an intensity that made my knees weak.The taste of him sent a shudder through me, and I surrendered completely.Alexander took control effortlessly, as if he had always known exactly how to touch me, how to unravel me.My body melted into his and my arms wrapped around his neck as my fingers tangled in his hair.He groaned low in his throat. My wolf responded eager
ELIZA’S POVAlyosha’s message had been short but enough to send a chill down my spine.Alexander and I returned to his private study in silence. As soon as we stepped inside, he shut the door behind us, locking out the noise of the palace.“We both know your father won’t change his mind,” I said, forcing myself to speak first.The words were painful but they were the truth. I saw it in Alexander’s eyes—he looked frustrated.He sighed and ran his hand through his hair.“I know.” He said “I can’t believe he thinks you’re a spy. How can he say that?”I paced the room. My mind raced with different possibilities.“There’s no time to dwell on that. If he’s not going to listen to us then we need another way. Because if those reinforcements from the Western Plains arrive before we’re ready, there won’t be a battle. There will be
ELIZA’S POVThe moment the private jet landed in the capital, my heart began to race.My wolf stirred inside me at the familiar, intoxicating scent that filled the air.Even before I saw him, I knew he was here. Alexander.As I stepped off the aircraft, my eyes landed on him.At the sight of him alone, my breath hitched.He stood tall. His presence commanded attention as usual.He was dressed in a white button up shirt and black pants. His ocean blue eyes met mine, and for a moment, the entire world faded into the background.My feet moved before I could think. I was drawn to him in a way I couldn’t explain.He opened his arms, and I practically melted into them, inhaling his scent. I had never been this happy to see anyone before.“I missed you,” he murmured against my hair. His lips pressed a soft kiss to my temple.I tightened my arms around him, savoring the warmth of his body. “Me too,” I whispered.Alexander didn’t seem like the type for public displays of affection, yet he held
ALEXANDER’S POVThe moment I returned to the capital, I buried myself in royal duties.It was easier that way—easier to pretend I wasn't drowning in thoughts of her.Eliza.Her name was always in my mind. I missed her terribly. My wolf kept clawing at me, calling out for his mate.He demanded that I go back, that I claim her, that I hold her in my arms again.But I couldn't.Not yet. Duty came first, as it always had, as it always would.The grand hall was filled with nobles, generals, and high-ranking officials discussing preparations for the upcoming ceremony.The packs that had distinguished themselves in the border wars were to be honored, and as the heir to the throne, it was my responsibility to ensure every detail was executed flawlessly. But my mind drifted, betraying me.I couldn’t help but think about her.She was always in my mind.I thought of her beautiful eyes, the way she had looked at me, the way she felt in my arms, her lovely scent.Goddess, I was running mad.I coul
ELIZA’S POVI sat at my desk, recalling the messenger’s words. The news was unsettling—dangerous even—and my instincts were already on high alert.“Where is this information from?” I asked him.“It’s from Alyosha, my lady. She sent it directly from the border.”Alyosha. The name hit me.I dismissed the messenger with a wave.Alyosha was a lone she-wolf I had met during my training days.Alyosha was wild, untamed, a free spirit who had no interest in the constraints of pack life.She had always vowed to explore the continent on her own terms, and it was that very defiance that allowed her to gather critical intelligence.As much as I admired her independence, I had always known that trusting her would not be totally good.I couldn’t wait any longer. I grabbed my phone, dialed her number and pressed it to my ear.“Come on, Alyosha,” I muttered to myself, “pick up.”When she finally answered, I sighed in relief.“Eliza,” she said “To what do I owe the pleasure?”“Alyosha,” I said “I rece
ELIZA’S POVThe moment I stepped into the Derek and Maya’s banquet hall, all eyes turned to me.I could hear the gasps in the crowd and their whispers too. I could feel their stares, their curiosity, their judgment, but most of all, their admiration.I was dressed in a long white dress that hugged my curves in all the right places, I walked with slow steps. That way, every eye could see me.I wanted them to see me.The slit on the side of my dress revealed just enough of my leg to tease but not enough to cause a scandal.I paired my outfit with gold heels and just the right amount of make up to make heads turn.White was meant for the bride, but today, I had chosen it for myself. It was my silent statement—I was not a woman scorned. I was not someone that would be pushed aside.The wedding was a disaster.Instead of the elegance expected of an Alpha’s wedding, the grand hall was filled with the chaos of rowdy warrior wolves.They drank expensive liquor in the most irritating manner. T
ELIZA’S POVThe first rays of morning light filtered through the curtains as I woke up. My body ached in the most delicious way.Every touch, every whispered promise, every kiss, still lingered on my skin.I turned over, instinctively reaching for him, only to find the sheets cold and empty.My heart sank for a moment before I noticed a neatly folded note resting on his pillow.I picked up the note, unfolding it. It was a note from Alexander.My Eliza,You looked so beautiful this morning and it hurt me to leave you but duty calls me to the capital. Know that every moment with you has been lovely, a temptation I cannot resist. I am falling for you, deeper than I ever thought possible. Until I return, think of me, as I will think of you. I love you so much.Yours, Alexander.A slow smile spread across my lips as I traced the ink with my fingers. He loved me.The realization sent made me grin even wider.I had always known there was something different about Alexander, something that ma