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24: Tempting moment

Author: Realistic
last update publish date: 2026-04-03 19:17:08

Damian

I sniffed softly and watched as she took slow, measured steps forward, each one deliberate, each one careful, like the kind taken by someone who had no idea what lay ahead, yet had no choice but to keep moving.

I turned my gaze away, forcing myself to look at the guards, at anything else, as everyone had already gathered and now stood waiting for her arrival. A part of me had wanted to lash out, to get irritated over the delay, because I was never one to tolerate lateness of any kind. Th
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  • The Rejected Plump Mate, Now Wanted   37: In the bathroom

    DamianThe doctor had scheduled the next meeting for tomorrow morning, hopeful that Aurora would be awake by then, and I guess he was right in his speculations.It has not been easy on Aaron, having Aurora asleep for two days now after being discharged from the pack clinic, whereas she had already spent three days in that hospital unconscious, making a total of five days since that ambush.So far, Dad and the elders are handling the investigation and had summoned Liam, but he denied ever having a hand in the attack, and since no evidence has been found yet, Dad and the elders believe he is telling the truth.But I don’t know yet. I had informed them of my own clues about those wolves, and also made them understand those wolves aren’t from Darkshades, but with little to no evidence, the case has been left hanging in waiting while security is tightened across the two divisions of Darkshades.And speaking of Liam, ever since the previous day at the hospital when I woke up, I haven’t seen

  • The Rejected Plump Mate, Now Wanted   36: Other things

    Aurora “Like what you see?” He asked softly.But I didn't have any answers.My eyes remained fixed on the dishes.It was a combination of different dishes, all enticing and alluring, to say the least. Mashed potatoes and richly sauced chicken, broccoli stew, a soft pancake, grilled rice, and small berries arranged neatly on a plate.I found myself staring at the meal longer than necessary as my appetite surged and heightened, followed by a sudden rush of memories that came flooding back, sharp and unexpected.I was a Beta’s daughter, so one would assume I was used to good meals before everything fell apart, but no.It felt strangely foreign to be served such a carefully prepared spread, and even more unsettling to be watched by a man who sat there silently, as though willing me to start eating already.“Since you haven't had anything proper these past five days, it's only wise you start eating already. Unless, of course, you want me to feed you?” His lips curled knowingly to the side

  • The Rejected Plump Mate, Now Wanted   35: Under his watch

    Aurora “Thank the moon you are awake.” I straightened, settling into a strange chill I didn’t know could ever be possible just from his presence in this room. He was so calm, so alive.Like really, truly alive and strong. His eyes sparkled with a sharpened intensity, his hair styled backwards, leaving just a few loose strands falling over his forehead. He wore simple golden joggers and a matching polo that accentuated the sculpted muscles of his chest beneath the fabric.His eyes held a quiet warmth as he took a few steps forward. Something in my chest skipped as his fresh scent wrapped around me.“You scared the shit out of everyone,” he said, his voice low, almost a whisper, yet I heard it clearly as Alpha Damian stopped just a few inches away from me.Silence stretched between us, his gaze never leaving mine as it carried a certain possessiveness. I told myself I could have just imagined it.But I was relieved, no, more than relieved, that he was healthy and alive, and a part of m

  • The Rejected Plump Mate, Now Wanted   34: Fragments of my imagination

    Damian “Alpha, so far, she’s stable,” Doctor Andrew said, his tone calm but measured. “I’ll need to review her latest test results to determine whether discharging her today is even an option.”“But she isn’t awake yet,” I pointed out, my voice edged with concern as Doctor Andrew gave a small, knowing smile.“That’s because of the injections she was given. There’s no cause for alarm. Her body needs rest… real rest, to allow her wolf’s healing process to function properly. Still, I’ll go through the reports and get back to you as soon as I can.” He explained patiently. “He turned and began to walk away, leaving me alone with Dad. But just before he completely stepped out of the room, his voice slipped into my head through the mindlink. Even though it was faint, it was clear enough for me to catch.‘If you don’t mind, Alpha, I strongly suggest you keep anything concerning your mate’s abilities to yourself for now… at least until we understand what we’re dealing with.’My brows furrow

  • The Rejected Plump Mate, Now Wanted   33: Untouched by pains

    “Thank the moon you finally woke, Alpha.” The doctor’s voice broke through as he stepped in.“I must say you have a very strong wolf and spirit to have recovered this much in just three days.” He added, a hint of disbelief in his tone, “My head snapped toward him.“Three days?”“Yeah… you see, the level to which the silver traveled through your blood couldn't have left you with more than a week to fully clear up, but in your case, it was even faster.”Doctor Andrew’s voice interrupted the silly fantasy in my head, and I turned to meet his gaze as they dropped to Aurora, lying on the next bed to mine.“How is she, doctor? What’s her current condition?” I asked quickly, my attention snapping fully to him.He gave a faint, unreadable smile, as though weighing how much to reveal before answering.“How about I tell you how lucky you are instead? You have a mate who not only survived wolfsbane and silver in her system, but also managed to trigger LSH production under such extreme conditio

  • The Rejected Plump Mate, Now Wanted   32: Questions

    DamianThe machines screamed to life again, their sharp, relentless beeping drilling straight into my skull as the sound swallowed the entire room.The doctor and nurses rushed in immediately, their movements urgent, almost frantic. Dad turned toward me, gripping my arms tightly as if I might fall apart in his hands.“Alpha Damian, you need to calm down. You aren’t stable enough for your pulse to spike like this,” He said firmly, his voice strained as he glanced toward the Dad.“I knew this was a bad idea, Alpha King,” the doctor snapped, already turning to the nurses. “Get me the syringe. Now.”Footsteps scattered in every direction. Metal clanged. Voices overlapped.“I need you to stay calm, Alpha Damian,” the doctor continued, sharper this time. “You’re putting yourself at risk, your wolf, your recovery, everything. The silver in your system was severe even though in small quantity. You’re only just stabilizing, and if you lose control now…”He didn’t finish. He didn’t need to, bec

  • The Rejected Plump Mate, Now Wanted   16: Two days

    LiamI could swear I was going to brutally punish her for daring to break free from my grip.But wait, how was that even possible? I was sure I held her so fiercely, and she wouldn't have been able to break free just so easily. I was starting to enjoy the feel of her body’s warmth, the way her thi

  • The Rejected Plump Mate, Now Wanted   15: Something dangerous

    But like always, that wrath, raw consuming hatred, those lingering pictures of her from five years ago, and then the image of Damian standing up for her earlier, with his arms wrapped around that rounded waist, replaced whatever feelings or worth her presence might have stirred within me. My brows

  • The Rejected Plump Mate, Now Wanted   14: Bad boy

    LiamSo Damian found his fated mate two years ago and I'm unaware? Then I'm certainly lagging behind on some details.I'm sure it probably wouldn’t be HER from four years ago. My curiosity piqued, and suddenly I want to meet this fated mate of his.I would love to explore something between those th

  • The Rejected Plump Mate, Now Wanted   13: How soon?

    LiamI rounded the corner and was now standing in front of Dad's chamber. I exhaled sharply, forcing some calm into myself as I pushed the door open.The room came alive in a wash of enormous golden light that shimmered across every corner of the space, some of it streaming in through the tall wind

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