All Chapters of Mated to the twins, bound to the boss : Chapter 21 - Chapter 30

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CHAPTER TWENTY- ONE

~Riya~Almost two years had passed since I first walked through the doors of Dorian Steele’s restaurant, Classy Dinnings.Time had changed me.The girl who once stumbled between waiting tables and washing dishes was gone. I had become a professional, calm, precise, and confident in the kitchen. Dorian had promoted me to chef months ago, and somehow, I’d earned his trust. Leanna and I ran the kitchen with care, keeping the staff in order and the customers satisfied.Although we weren't the only chefs, Dorian had multiple chefs for different cuisines.The week had come to an end, and as usual, it was time for restocking: foodstuffs, spices, grains, vegetables, everything that kept the kitchen alive. That afternoon, Dorian called me into his office.His tone was as cold as ever. “You’ll oversee the inventory this week, Riya. Make sure the list is complete before morning.”I nodded, clasping my hands in front of me. “Yes, sir.”He looked up briefly from his desk. “Don’t disappoint me.”“I

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CHAPTER TWENTY - TWO

~Aiden~Time moved differently when peace returned.Just as the seasons slipped quietly through the years, almost two had passed since we defeated the Nightfangs.The chaos that once ruled our days had been replaced by meetings, reports, and endless decisions about land, alliances, and rebuilding. Father had commanded Beta Marcus to oversee the northern region, while Jayden had firmly refused the title and returned to being exempted.And me? I governed the central domain.Father had become increasingly consumed with his marriage. Siarah had lost two pregnancies during this time, and while the pack mourned with her, I couldn’t help but think the goddess was simply returning balance for her sins.Siarah’s desperation had grown; she’d begun visiting healers from distant clans, trying one ancient potion after another, combining them with medical treatments from doctors. Father accompanied her on some visits, but mostly, he buried himself in politics, appearances, and pride.Still, he appe

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CHAPTER TWENTY - THREE

~Riya~The first thing I felt was the stiffness in my throat, as if I’d swallowed smoke. The air smelled faintly of antiseptic and blood, and somewhere nearby, a machine beeped in a slow, steady rhythm.When I opened my eyes, bright white light stabbed through them. For a moment, I panicked, until I heard a voice.“Riya?”It was shaky, filled with disbelief.I turned my head weakly to the side. Leanna was sitting beside my bed, her fingers tightly wrapped around mine. Her eyes were swollen, and her hair was tangled.“Oh my God, Riya!” she gasped, pressing her other hand to her mouth. “You’re awake! You’re actually awake!”“You scared me so bad,” she whispered, half laughing, half sobbing.I blinked slowly. “Leanna… where am I?”“You’re in the hospital.” She sniffled, straightening up to wipe her tears. “You’ve been out since yesterday.”My memory was foggy. “The fire…” I whispered. “There was smoke, the storeroom…”Leanna nodded quickly. “Yes. It all started just after you went in the

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CHAPTER TWENTY -FOUR

~Aiden~The next morning came too soon.The castle was awake before dawn; servants moved quietly through the hallways, preparing for another day of royal routine.My schedule was packed, meetings with the council, trade negotiations, and new proposals for the central border. I had no time to think, and maybe that was a blessing.I fastened my cufflinks quickly, ignoring the faint tremor in my fingers. The fire at Dorian’s place still haunted my thoughts. I’d barely slept, replaying Father’s words over and over: Riya was unconscious.Was she awake now? Was she even alive?I shoved the thought aside, grabbing my folder from the desk. I was halfway to the door when I nearly bumped into Jayden, standing right in the doorway, holding a small black box.He smirked. “Morning, bro. You’re up early for someone who doesn’t really care for the pack.”I gave him a flat look. “Jayden, not now.”He ignored me, flipping the box open with a flourish. Inside lay the pendant he’d sketched last night, s

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CHAPTER TWENTY -FIVE

~Riya~The drive felt endless. When the car finally stopped, I looked out the window and was amazed.The mansion before us looked like something out of a magazine. It sat at the end of the road, modern and sharp-edged, all glass, steel, and stone. The place screamed wealth and power… and something colder.“Welcome to the Steele residence,” Dorian said as he stepped out.Leanna and I followed, our eyes darting around the vast property. It was empty and silent, no one in sight.Dorian led the way inside. “You’ll be staying here until the restaurant is reopened,” he said. “The staff quarters were completely destroyed, so I expect you to make yourselves useful while you’re here.”Leanna glanced at him. “Ehmm, sir… how?”He stopped by the staircase, turning slightly toward us. “You’ll handle the house chores, cooking, cleaning, organizing. Riya will rest until she’s fully recovered.”“I can help…” I started, but he cut me off.“I said rest,” he repeated firmly. “Until the doctor says other

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CHAPTER TWENTY - SIX

~Aiden~The day felt endless. From the moment I stepped into the office, it was one meeting after another, trade agreements, boundary reports, council updates, and many others. I preferred it that way. The noise of work kept my mind from wandering where it shouldn’t.By the time the sun began to dip behind the walls of the central pack, I was drained.“Sire, should we reschedule tomorrow’s briefing?” my secretary asked softly.“No,” I replied without looking up. “We’ll start at dawn.”She hesitated but eventually nodded and left the room.Once the silence returned, I leaned back in my chair, rubbing my eyes. For a moment, I tried to picture Riya's face again, but all my mind could recall was her bruised face after the battle, and I became furious again.Needing to burn the restlessness out of me, I decided to reschedule all work activities for tomorrow and headed for the training grounds.“Please reschedule everything. I need to clear my head,” I instructed the secretary.“I'll do th

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CHAPTER TWENTY - SEVEN

~Riya~By the time we got back to the mansion, I could barely keep my eyes open. The moment my head hit the pillow, the world slipped away.When I woke again, sunlight was already spilling through the curtains. I blinked at the clock, and it was almost noon.Leanna’s bed was empty.I pushed myself up slowly; my muscles ached from the night before.When I stepped out, Leanna was already cooking, tying her hair into a messy bun. The scent of pancakes filled the air.“Morning, sleepyhead,” she said without turning around. “Your nurse came earlier, but you were still asleep.”“Oh my goodness! Dorian must have complained.”“Oh no, he didn't. I wanted to wake you, but he insisted you needed the rest.”“Oh! That's better.” I frowned.“She wanted to check on Dorian first. Said she’ll be back in an hour for you.”“Dorian’s gone?”“Left after the check-up,” Leanna said. “Something about supervising the site. You know him; he’ll probably rebuild the whole restaurant himself if the workers don’t

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CHAPTER TWENTY - EIGHT

~Aiden~The days after that night blurred into long stretches of duty and silence.It had been nearly a month since Father announced the Moon Rite. Preparations had begun early, and the entire pack was buzzing with excitement. Seamstresses were already working on ceremonial fabrics, warriors practicing their formations for the welcoming, priests cleansing the festival grounds. Everyone seemed to find joy in the coming event. Everyone except me.One morning, Father summoned us all, stating it was time the royal blood carried the weight of the preparation.“The Moon Rite is a month away,” he began. “This year’s celebration will be the grandest in decades. Each of you will take part in its preparation.”Jayden leaned back in his chair. “Sounds like you’ve already decided who does what.”“I have,” Father said with a faint smile. “You’ll work with me. We’ll handle security, logistics, and the ceremonial protocols. I need your precision.”Jayden gave a slight nod. “Me?” He pointed at himse

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CHAPTER TWENTY -NINE

~ Riya~As soon as I fully recovered, Leanna and I began following Dorian to supervise the renovations every day.The sun had already slipped behind the hills by the time the last nail was driven into the new Classy Dinnings sign. I stood off to the side, watching Dorian survey the half-finished VIP room like a general inspecting troops.“Seven days,” he said. “We open with the same ceremony as Luther's restaurant, but ours will be far more unique and glamorous.”A chorus of “Yes, sir” answered him from Leanna and me.He stood in the middle of it all, rolling his sleeves up and giving orders like a man who didn’t believe in mistakes.“Shift those tables an inch apart,” he said sharply. “This space needs to breathe.”“Yes, sir!” a worker replied.I exchanged a look with Leanna, who was already smirking.“Someone’s in his element,” she whispered.“He always is,” I murmured.Dorian turned. “Something to say, Miss Wintle?”“No, sir,” I said quickly. “Just admiring your attention to detail

Last Updated : 2025-11-15

CHAPTER THIRTY

~Aiden~The Night Before the Moon Rite Festival had come so quickly; tomorrow was indeed the day, after months and weeks of preparations. Fast, isn't it?“Remind me again, wasn't it a mating rite?” I muttered, adjusting the cuff of my shirt as I watched the crowd below. “Why does this look more like a royal summit than a simple Moon Rite Festival?”My father didn’t even look up from the pack of dignitaries he was greeting. His deep voice carried easily over the music. “Because appearances matter, son. This festival isn’t just about the Goddess; it’s about power.”I leaned against the railing. “Power,” I repeated. “And here I thought it was about true love and devotion.”He smirked faintly. “Love doesn’t keep allies loyal.”Below us, Siarah drifted through the glittering crowd like a serpent cloaked in silk. She smiled at everyone, the perfect Luna. I could almost feel her satisfaction radiating from here. Everything had gone exactly according to her plan.A dozen packs had gathered ton

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