CHAPTER 3

Valeria POV

A joke right?

He wants us to be in an open marriage?

But what am I even expecting?

Why would the Lycan king want to be my husband when everyone thinks I am a worthless Omega?

Fine. Just what I wanted. I have watched it happen in movies but I don't expect that it will happen to me.

He is just like every other man out there who thinks I am a gold digger.

"You should go through it to know what you are getting yourself into, and if you can't do it," he said and walked towards the door; it clicked open without him touching the doorknob.

"You can just walk away," he said with his hands raised in the air before walking back to me. He pushed the document on the file to me which I haven't noticed before.

I took the document from him and went through it and it was indeed a contract file drafted.

The first clause says I am to be his wife only on paper and in front of everyone but we might have to consummate our marriage if the elders insist we have a child.

Everything makes sense, which clearly means he doesn't want to be in this marriage either and he is someone who wishes to be with his fated mate.

"We will be together for a year in total and if my mate shows up within this period, you will have to leave the marriage." He explained and I wanted to ask him why he can't just wait for his mate to show up.

"Then what are my benefits? It will be bad if everything works in your favour." I said, even though I knew I had to talk about the part in which he mentioned the child.

Marriage was never my priority but I had to do it for Father's sake. All I desired was to find my parents' killer and explore the world with Eleanor.

His eyes darkened when he heard my reply, his smirk gone. I didn't know what caused the change in their demeanour or if he was expecting me to turn down the offer.

"You said we will be in an open marriage, which means I can be with anyone I want, right? There is no problem with that" I said and waited for his reply.

"A sum of thirty million dollars will be sent to you. And you will be compensated greatly if you didn't demand for my love" He responded with a hint of pride in his tone. He took the glass of wine and took a sip from it.

My eyes involuntarily watched the way his Adam's apple bobbled as he swallowed the drink. I averted my gaze before he could see me watching him.

"Deal," I said and signed the document.

"You made the right choice." He said and took the document. "Our wedding will be in four weeks; you should get some rest," he said, and my head became fuzzy. This whole thing felt rushed.

However, before I could voice my opinion, the door burst open, and a beautiful woman stepped in.

"My king. I'm so sorry for coming late," She said in a sweet, angelic voice that made me look at her twice.

She paused when she saw me, but she recovered from the shock quickly as she made her way to him. "I should have come sooner", She murmured and kissed him on the lips.

My eyes widened when he drew her closer to himself and she moaned softly into the kiss.

No!

I don't know why my heart is ripped apart as if I was stabbed in the chest. The scene made me cringe.

And...

I swear, I don't know why I am getting irritated just by watching them.He is not even my mate, so why am I getting bothered just because he kissed a woman in front of me? This is what he meant by open marriage after all.

"Who is she?" The brunette girl asked as she dropped her dress on the floor, revealing only a piece of bra and a g-string pant

Ah. Of course, he is a man, so he is supposed to satisfy his sexual urges, but he should have respected me.

"You can leave. The maid will show you to your room," He said, and I nodded my head. There was no point in asking him any question when he wanted to be with this woman tonight.

I left the room, and Alicia showed me to my room. It was actually a few meters away from the king's room. I dismissed Alicia and dialled Eleanor's number. I don't want to think about what Lycan king Xyrus is doing in his room.

Moreover, things like this will happen more often. He is a handsome man, so it's not a surprise if girls are actually crawling at his feet.

"Fuck Val, I have been trying to get in touch with you since morning." Eleanor cursed on the phone.

"I'm sorry. It was actually a long day."

"Well start spilling out everything now, Val. Is he handsome? Did you guys kiss? Woah, I can't believe my best friend is actually married to the Lycan king. I mean..." I cut her off before she could complete her statement.

"Well, he is handsome but things aren't looking good. See, let's talk when we see."

"Since you admit he is handsome, then I think he must have captured your attention," Eleanor replied, acting like someone who is lovesick.

"I didn't say that." I retorted.

"Yes, I know. And Beatrice also told me to check up on you."

"I should have texted her but I forgot. Silly me." I said, rubbing my forehead.

"But will you be able to go to the club again tomorrow?" Eleanor asked and confusion coursed through me.

"What is that?" I asked, curiosity tugging at me.

"So you haven't checked the group. The client you danced for last night actually asked for you and this time, he offered 3 times the first amount. I mean, he is fucking rich, babe." Eleanor explained and everything inside of me froze.

"What?" I exclaimed in shock.

"I can tell the boss that you are sick if you can't make it." She proposed but I was actually curious about something. I need to be sure he is not the one I have been looking for because he actually left a lasting impression. I even dream about him twice.

"No, I think I will come," I said and adjusted the pillow before lying on the queen-size bed.

"What if he caught you? Remember, you will be under his watch now." Eleanor said.

"That won't be a problem. He wants us to be in an open marriage." I confessed.

"What? Are you fucking serious right now? Is your father aware?" Eleanor asked, surprise evident in her voice.

"I think Father will be coming to the castle tomorrow. And remember the promise I made. I will be coming to the club tomorrow and get me a good dress. ," I said and ended the call.