After the ceremony, we rode home in silence. I hated it because it made me nervous but it gave me time to think about what I was going to give Horace as a response. Twenty four hours was already coming to an end. Then, I remembered the wedding consummation. A guy had never come close to me not to even think of touching me before, my mother made sure of that, and now I would be giving it to a man I really have feelings for. I wasn't scared but I just hoped he would accept me more. There's still more I want and hope for... even though he had just let go of Candra, I knew she was definitely going to come back. "All these ceremonies aren't worth it," Horace said as he broke the silence. "What do you mean?" I asked turning around in a comfortable way so I could see his face. "If Gavner decides to claim you back... I'm afraid he can do so," Horace said, as we locked our eyes, I could see the softness for me right there in his eyes. Even though he wasn't as bad as his elder brother, h

I shut my eyes tight; I couldn't explain what I felt. Grabbing my arm, he dragged me into a room and shut the door. "What are you doing?" I asked him, trying to push him away, but he was too muscular and I couldn't. "I am helping my brother," Gavner said. "I'm going to mark you right here," he added as his fingers caressed my neck. "Stop this Gavner; you rejected me," I said, slipping out of him as I rushed to the door. "Did you think I would let you off that easily? Huh?" He asked, his eyes widening, and I huddled in the corner. Did he just say let me off easily? He openly rejected me and almost sold me off. I ran my hand through my hair as I rubbed my eyes. I was feeling dizzy. "Gavner, stop this." I jerked away from him. He took a few steps up to me, stretching his hand behind me. He undid my ponytail and buried his face inside my hair. I cringed, pushing him away, but he pulled me into his arms, hugging me tightly. "Watch and see how I steal you away from him; you are s

Nora looked up, facing me fully. "Do you?" she asked, her voice thick with emotion."Do you really care about me, Horace?"I took a step closer to her, reaching out to take her hand. "More than anything," I said, my voice full of conviction and assurance. "I care about you more than anything in this world."Pulling her closer to me, "I will never leave you again," I said, my eyes locking with hers. "You're my mate, and I'll do anything to keep you safe."Her eyes filled with tears as she looked down at me. "I forgive you," she said, her eyes staring deeply into mine. After a moment, she nodded, and I felt a wave of relief wash over me. I pulled her into my arms, holding her tightly."I promise, I will always be here for you," I whispered in her ear."I'll never leave you like that again, no matter what."I smiled, relief washing over me even though I had decided not to bring up her encounter with Gavner. I trust her in everything.Gavner was getting on my nerves, and I had to be fast

NORA'S POV"What!" I gasped as I watched him rake his fingers through his hair."You are so naughty," Affirming, he jerked my head in the direction of his chest."I had no idea," He lifted his shoulder in a half-shrug while I turned my face away; he was so naughty.But if that is actually what he wants, I will gladly show him how much I love him tonight.I didn't know anything about it, but if I made the first move, he would take over.We emerged from the dining hall, greeted by the soothing glow of torches that lined the hallway. The warm sunlight created deep shadows on the granite walls, making the pair appear larger than life. Horace, in his gigantic figure with broad shoulders and shimmering muscles, led the way with my curvy waist in his hold.Some guards bowed to us before walking by, their gaze fixed on me.Who would actually do such a thing?Horace would spare no time beheading them.Some of them referred to me as a gorgeous and attractive woman with bright and intelligent

"Come here and sit beside me." He pointed at the couch, which was opposite the Queen. "Sarah, prepare a warm bath for my son's mate. She looks worn off," Queen Naida said, as my eyes widened in shock. I turned and stared at Horace. "Is that true?" "No, it's not," I said, whispering. Closing the little distance between us, he drew closer to my ear, his breath tickling my inner nerves, "Don't worry, she's always like that; she has always wanted to do it whenever I got a mate." He whispered softly. "I will do just that, My Queen," Sarah said as she turned around and strode out of the room. "Son, have you noticed anything strange happening in the pack lately?" Queen Naida asked, her voice low and cautious. It was said that the grand Luna of every pack has keen senses and always notices any unusual activity among the pack members before the Alpha does, and I guess that's true because I was certain Horace wasn't aware of this one. Horace tilted his head, his bright eyes wide with cu