Chapter 146โTie her up and bring her to me.โ Lucien ordered while maintaining eye contact with Lena.She raised her hand backwards, relenting as she stared at him.โYouโre just a stupid man who wants his mummy to hold him tight and think that he can act tough by killing everyone off. I wonder if your mother has fed you some breast and showered you love, would you endโฆ.A slap interrupted her, making her scoff out as she looked back up to Lena.โI guess mummy did notโฆAnother slap from Lucien interrupted her words, another scoff escaping her lips.โI guess mummy did not teach you how not to hit a woman. If so, you wouldnโt haveโฆThe guards gulped down in fear as another slap landed on Lenaโs cheeks, burning in red. Still, she looked up at him as tears started to burn at the back of her eyes.โIโve always wanted to ask, if your mother tried to show a bit of affection to you, would you not turn out the way you are now? Or would you have started by killing her fiโฆAnother slap landed on
Chapter 147โClean this place up. Follow me.โ He said as he turned his back on them. The maids trembled in fear as he kepned the door and entered, Lena following suit. She closed the door, locking it at the back before leaning on it. Lucien made his way to the bathroom, preparing the water before walking back.โKilling the guard was unnecessary. Is this what your mother taught you?โHe scoffed out, a grin on his face as he looked up at her,โYouโre really asking for a death wish. Isnโt that it? Should I tear your throat from your body too?โ He asked with a raise of his brow.โYou can try. Or you should. And maybe then, Iโll feel the pain that I should have felt when my parents died.โ She retorted.Lucien walked towards her, gripping her head in his hand and staring down at her eyes. He eyed her closely and carefukky, the distance between them not osssing an inch. Lena clenched her thighs. His touch still affected her, his words, his hot breath fanning against her face. โYou know why
Chapter 148Lucien smiled as he stared down at Lena, throwing her to the bed and climbing over her. โWhat if I was to do something against your will right now?โโYou donโt need to. My body wants it to.โ She replied, their gaze intense.Lucien clenched his jaw, rolling to the other side of the bed and facing the ceiling. He stood up after a while, leaving the room and leaving Lena inside. Lena gulped down, closed her eyes and immersed herself in different thoughts. She was angry, mad, annoyed, irritated but could not figure out who to channel all those emotions to, she sighed after opening her eyes, standing up and walking out of the room.The whole place where the murder took place has been cleaned, the floor shiny and sparkling with no drop of blood and just like the others. She glanced sideways, there was no guard, there was nothing to stop her. She made her way to where she thought Stacey would be. If Lucien wants to win her over, he would need to take her to the priestess place a
Chapter 149โStaceyโฆโ he called out, unsure.โLenaโฆLenaโฆI think he has answered.โ He heard through his mind, the sense of urgency and happiness in her voice evident.โI want you to listen carefully, Ronan.โ She started.โYou have to come for us tomorrow. You have to come and save us from him tomorrow. Thereโll be a meeting amongst him and some other alphas, the priestess and some other things. Thatโs the only opportunity you have. Once you come for us tomorrow, distract him, find a way to distract him and weโll come and meet you.โ Stacey said.Before he could reply, he felt the mindlink go off, leaving him blank again. Was this what the moon goddess meant when she said they might reach out to him? โYour highnessโฆโ the voice of an elder interrupted his thoughts. He nodded at him before moving towards his seat, taking his seat before the rest of the elders arrived. While he sat down, his mind was in thoughts of what they said. How did Stacey learn how to mindlink him? What if it was a
Chapter 150โI donโt know. When will all of this stop? When would we finally be able to live happily with no disturbance?Before Lena could reply, the door opened and two guards entered followed by Lucien. They released their hands and turned to face him, eyes full of surprise.โThe guards heard someone shouting. Whatโs the matter? Is she stressing you out, little girl?โ Lucien questioned.Stacey stood up, walking towards Lucien and falling to her knees.โI'd like us to come to a deal. Iโll do whatever you want and you let us be. Let the pack be, let everything be.โLena rushed towards her, pulling her up and going on her knees when she could not carry Stacey.โShe has been doing a lot of thinking and thatโs why sheโs talking that way. Do not mind her.โโStacey, come to your mind now. This is not the time for you to come to a deal. We have a plan. We stick to it.โ She mindlinked her.โTell me everything you want. My powers! What exactly?โ Stacey said, ignoring Lenaโs words.Lucien smi
Chapter 151The first thing that woke Lucien up the next morning at the door, the heavy knocking on the door to be precise. He yawned out, checking his side to meet Stacey still sleeping. His lips curled up in a small smile before standing up and approaching the door. He opened it to see a guard standing in front of it, his head lowered to the ground.โYour highness, weโre under attack presently.โAll the sleep and drowsiness in his eyes disappeared immediately, slamming the door close as he saved the guard,โWhat do you say?โโWeโre under attack. Some people from some packs are here, and theyโre demanding to see you. Without you, they wonโt leave.โ He added.โTake me there.โ He ordered.The guard led the way while Lucien followed suit. His lips curled up into a wide grin, a smirk at the corner of it too. He knew this was going to happen, he didnโt just think it would happen too soon. Did the alpha miss his mate so much that he could not wait for at least a week or two months before co
Chapter 152Ronan smiled back at him, shaking his head as he walked towards him again.โBest believe your ambitions would be the death of you.โ He replied.โThen at least I can draw you with me to my death.โ He turned back on Lucien, walking away with the people he had brought. He has gotten what he wanted, and he was so glad they were both in healthy conditions. The ride back home was silent. Both he and Stacey were in a carriage, Lena and some other guards in another one. They sat in silence, not saying a word to each other. Ronan was scared of asking her why she was in Lucienโs room. He didnโt even want to talk about it because the thought of it made her angry. Did he force her with him? Did he ask her to do anything she doesnโt like? As they approached the pack, he could see the alphas lined up, their soldiers and wolves at their backs .โWere you going to attack everyone before? Or why are there so many people?โโLena was in danger. I see no reason why I should not attack.โ Ron
Chapter 153Ronan lowered his gaze, his fist curled up into a ball and his teeth being gritted together.โStacey..โWhat exactly do you want to hear Ronan? That I had sex with him? That I was in his bed while he put on a show of people that made me horny! That all my scars are gone thanks to him? Tell me, why didnโt you leave me there?โโYou went to his room on purpose Stacey. You thought you could change everything. You wanted to make a stupid deal and you went there! Tell me! Just for what! For what exactly!โ He yelled to her face.Stacey relaxed, gulping down as she stared at him. Tears threatened to start forming but she looked up, trying to stop it from swelling in her eyes.โI donโt know what to tell you Ronan, I really donโt know what you want to hear.โโSay something tangible Stacey. Thatโs all I want to hear! What did you do with Lucien! What did you do with him! Is that so hard for you to say!โโYes Ronan, because I canโt remember anything that happened to him. So yes.โ She
KELEIGHโS POV My fatherโs claws gleamed in the light of the overhead lamp of the room as he raised his hand in the air, preparing to swipe. My breath caught in my throat as I pressed against the wall he had roughly pushed me into in a rage after he had caught I and Jake in the act of canoodling. He roared in fury as he bore down on Jake. I could understand why he was so enraged. Jake was the Alpha of the Moonlight pack, and my father was the Alpha of our pack, the Wesselton Pack. Both our packs have been in a bloody feud for so long that no one even remembered how it started in the first place. Countless wolves from both packs had died for generations over this feud. And Jake was about to be the next person. โMy daughter!โ My father growled at him. "How dare you!" My heart galloped with panic as I stared at the scene in front of me. My father in a state of half-shift, his clothes already partly torn from it. Jake, pinned below him, his eyes filled with so much fear and shock as he
The next evening, the carriage carrying Lena pulled up in front of the house, and she could barely contain her excitement as she rushed inside. She felt her wolf twirl and jump at the back of her mind in happiness, and at first she was going to ask her wolf why she was acting up but decided against it, she was here for her family.She had travelled far and wide, but there was always something different about coming home, even if it wasnโt her home anymore and she didnโt want to waste the time she had with them over some feeling.Ronan and Stacey were home to her, the one place she could always come back to no matter how long it gets or how far she had gone across the world.The change of scenery did her good. For the first time ever, she was living her best life, one that revolved around her existence and not around a certain male. It took her a while to adjust to the new environment she settled in but once she was able to, she realised how much time she has wasted on someone who clear
NINE MONTHS LATERStacey sat on a couch, her large belly protruding as she tried to find a comfortable position. She was more than tired of being pregnant and more than ready to have the babies out of her.She loved the connection she felt with her children but she hated how her legs got swollen at the slightest discomfort. The children always chose the wrong times to be active. When she would want some rest would be the times that they wanted to kick around.She was grateful to Ronan for being the understanding man that he was. She had poured most of her frustration and mood swings on him, yet all her ever did was make sure that she was okay and if she needed anything.She started to feel contractions on the early hours of the morning and she thought it was time. The doctor was sent for and he told them to wait for some time before confirming if it wasnโt just cramps that Stacey was feeling but the actual labour.Ronan paced the room, running his hands through his room. They had been
It has been a few weeks since Ronan proposed to Stacey. He wasted no time in starting preparations for it. He was more than eager to finally wed her.The set date came by so fast everyone became busy trying to get everything to fit perfectly as it should.The wedding decorations were made in a vast open field, surrounded by talk grass and wildflower just like Stacey wanted. The wedding planner had strung lights across the field, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The light twinkled in the evening air, giving the space a magical feel.The centre of the field had been transformed into a beautiful altar area. The wedding arch was decorated with fresh flowers and greenery, creating a stunning backdrop for the bride and groom. The aisle was lined with more flowers and flickering candles, leading the way to the altar.Guests took their seats on hay bales covered with soft lace and while cushion cover, set up in a circular arrangement around the altar. The flowers and decorations were
Ronan returned to his pack with his mate and sister. The whole commotion had died down now that Eric and Chris had been captured.By now, news had spread about Ronan being Alpha of all Alphas had spread like wild fire across packs. The other packs were already giving his the respect they should now that he was king among them.He walked Stacey to their room to get settled in and to have get some rest after the tedious journey they have had. He allowed her to take a bath so that she could feel refreshed before tucking her into bed.โDo you need anything else love?โ he asked, making sure that she was okay.โNo, Iโm fine thank you. Can you send some maids over on your way out? Iโll have them whip something for me to eat, Iโm famished.โ Stacey replied, rubbing her bump that was beginning to show.โOf course love. Have someone send for me if you need anything else alright? Iโll see you soon.โ Ronan cupped her face with one hand and kissed the other side of her face before standing up from
Ronan and Lena rushed out of the house at the sound of the carriage coming in. They didnโt know what to expect but they were ready for anything.As the carriage pulled up and came to a stop, Ronan saw both Eric and Elder Chris stepping out. He felt anger bubbling inside him.But his rage was dampened by the sight of Stacey sleeping soundly in the carriage. Ronan wanted to wake her up to make sure she was alright, but the pack doctor whom Lena had sent for intervened insisting that she should be left alone to rest up.โAlpha, donโt. She looks exhausted. Given her condition, it is wiser to let her get all the rest she can get right now.โ The doctor said to Ronan, his eyes scanning over Stacey for any visible injuries.Ronan wanted her in his arms, his stubbornness wanted her with him, awake or not. Once again the doctor stepped forward, his hand out to stop Ronan.โSheโs been through a lot, Alpha. Let her rest for now. Weโll take care of her.Ronan reluctantly let the maids take Stacey
Ronan sat still in his seat, watching and trying to pay attention to what was being said about his mate getting rescued, but his heart felt numb not being able to be close to her. For a moment he felt like it was his fault she was kidnapped. If he had followed her when she ran off after his rejection, she would be by his side right now. He cursed himself for being dumb, not to have caught up with her.But were his feelings after being rejected wrong?โAlpha Ronan?!โ one Alpha called, trying to get Ronan to focus. Weโre waiting for an answer.โ The man said.Ronan cleared his throat and turned to face the man. โWhat was it you said?โ he asked, propping his elbows on the table to lean forward.โI was suggesting that you not worry about finding your mate. We will come up with something and rescue her for you. Weโve started investigations already; weโll let you know if we find something.โRonan nodded at the suggestion, his face void of any emotion. His heart though broken held anger, wait
Chapter 194In less than 24 hours, Ronan has sent letters to every alpha that has requested his presence, asking them to organize a meeting and call him to order. He doubled the forces that were cleaning the pack, making sure everything was intact. After the alphaโs meetings, he planned on releasing Eric to them, also announcing to each and every pack that the fight affected what happened and how it happened. He was in the carriage, riding out in the night to the place where the meeting was to be held. His heart was in his throat, Lena seated beside him in silence. His head could only think of one thing, and that is to get Stacey out of the lionโs den as quickly as possible. He sighed for the umpteenth time, earning a glance from Lena who proceeded in his footsteps and sighed too. His hand ran through his hair, confusion and fear coursing through him. He couldnโt understand how and when she got pregnant and how they both didnโt notice at all. And he was scared, he had promised to h
Chapter 193Lena was already waiting in the office as Ronan got in, annoyance in her eyes as he walked to his chair and took his seat. โSo who were you fucking Lena? A guard? Who exactly?โ He inquired. โWho could it be? One of your numerous alphas or what?โ She retorted back, eyeing him. โYou know that you would be disrespected if you keep fucking them. Find someone you like and try to settle with them, it's better than just having sex with every one of them all around.โShe hummed in response, clicking her tongue as she rolled her eyes at him, โjust because youโve found love or found someone who likes you doesnโt mean that weโve found ours too. Get to the point here Ronan, what did you want to see me for?โ She asked. Ronan sighed, tapping his hand on the table as he gazed at her. His eyes were focused directly on her face, wanting to see her reaction. He didnโt know why he had doubts about Lena in his heart, probably because of the issue with her giving Lucien information about t