Lahat ng Kabanata ng Bound By Fate: Mated To The Enemy: Kabanata 11 - Kabanata 20

Layla POVI let out a long sigh, brushing back a strand of hair that refused to stay tucked behind my ear. It was becoming annoying at this point, the fitting room was stifling, I was hot and tired and I really wanted to get rid of this dress. If I didn't get the chance to do so in the next thirty seconds then I might actually have resorted to murder.My fingers gripped the skirt of my gown each time the seamstress tightened another set of the very fine and definitely luxurious laces behind my back. The fabric was a shimmering blend of silver and gold imprints that was meant to reflect my status as Alpha Ryder’s daughter. Me– an alpha's daughter commanding so much respect that never seemed to stop surprising me.The ceremony was only two days away now, and despite the excited buzzing around me, I felt like a puppet being dressed for a show I didn’t want to star in. I had been awake for days now getting used to the run of the pack and my duty as the alpha's daughter because the t

Layla POV Sitting cross-legged on the floor, I dragged the pretty wooden box from under the bed closer to myself, my fingers brushing off the thin layer of dust clinging to the surface.It felt heavy and I didn't mean that literally, but it was quite heavy as I dragged it closer to me. I almost collapsed on the floor from exertion.A knock sounded on my door and I stilled breathing deeply."My lady" Pearl called out sounding a little bit worried."I'm fine, don't come in" I huffed a breath."My lady are you sure you're ok" she asked and I sat up straighter."I'm fine Pearl just tired, I think I'm not totally well yet " I called out."But my lady we do need to finish the fitting today" she pleaded and I sighed."I promise I'll be ready early tomorrow morning " I said and she sighed."Alright my lady." I waited until her footsteps sounded far enough then I turned to the box, it was time to open it and see what I would find.My heart raced as I pried open the lid, revealing a number o

Damon POV The cabin was quiet, save for the rhythmic crackling of the fire in the hearth. I stared into the flames, trying to stay calm and composed, it was difficult to do when the letter from the Red River Pack lay on my desk, its edges curled where I had gripped it too hard earlier.It was time for me to be mated. The only daughter of the packs alpha had finally recovered from her mysterious illness. I wasn't sure what it was and I wasn't really sure I wanted to know in the first place. If I could have fallen ill myself I would have taken the chance. Asher, my ever-helpful cousin, had once again managed to meddle in my life, he had done it this time, with an arranged mating—something he insisted was.“Best for everyone involved.” It wasn't the best for me, but then that was only my opinion and mine didn't really matter to anyone especially my cousin.I stood in front of my closet, eyeing the ceremonial clothes laid out for the journey ahead– I would be using them for the mating

Layla POV He walked into the room looking every inch as intimidating as the rumors had suggested. His black hair was neatly combed, but there was a wildness to him, an untamed energy that radiated from his very being. His sharp jawline and high cheekbones gave him a regal air, but it was his eyes that held my attention. They were piercing, a cold gray that seemed to see straight through me, as if he could peel back my layers and read my thoughts. It made me uncomfortable, just staring at him and for some reason I had a feeling that meeting him had just changed my entire life. I should have really listened more when, Pearl was raving about me.My father straightened beside me, his tone becoming formal as he addressed Damon. "Welcome to our home, Alpha Blackwood. We are honored by your visit.” Damon inclined his head, his gaze leaving mine briefly as he acknowledged my father.“The honor is mine, Alpha Ryder" he mumbled the sound of his voice sending a shiver down my spine. I

Alpha Asher POV The ride to the Red River pack’s estate was long,my carriage had been shaking most of the way because of the muddy bog and by the time we arrived, my patience was wearing thin.I had little time for this, I was tired and restless. I needed to be in my home resting but here I was in my way to a pack of no mention.It could not be helped not when this situation demanded my attention while I still had control as my elders liked to remind me. Factions within the council were eager to see Damon elevated as Lycan King, and while I didn’t doubt my own strength or authority, I couldn’t ignore the threat. I leaned back in my seat, recalling Elder Dam and his topic of conversation with me just a week ago. "Certain pack factions are eager to see Damon elevated to Lycan King, Your Majesty," the elder had warned, his face grave. "You must remain vigilant. He has the strength, and support he may be your cousin but it would be foolish to let him be." This was why I was here in