บททั้งหมดของ In love with my StepSon : บทที่ 31 - บทที่ 40

BristonAfter Melissa had left the dining hall I sat there staring at Delilah while she continued chattering about absolutely nothing that mattered. Fury burned inside me like acid eating through my chest and I could barely hear her words over the roaring in my ears. My father sat at the head of the table looking smug and satisfied while this stranger smiled at me like she already owned me.I couldn't take another second of it.I pushed back from the table abruptly and stood without excusing myself. Delilah stopped mid-sentence and looked up at me with confusion."I need to speak with my father alone," I stated coldly. "Now."Father raised an eyebrow but nodded."Delilah, perhaps you should retire to your guest chambers," he suggested smoothly. "We can continue getting acquainted tomorrow."Delilah's smile faltered slightly but she recovered quickly and stood gracefully."Of course," she agreed. "It was lovely meeting you Briston. I look forward to spending more time together."She l

Melissa I lay perfectly still beside Draven while listening to his breathing gradually slow and deepen into sleep. My entire body ached from what he had done and I could feel his seed leaking out of me onto the ruined sheets beneath us. Disgust rolled through my stomach in waves but I forced myself to remain motionless until I was absolutely certain he was unconscious. Finally his breathing turned into soft snores and I knew it was safe to move. I carefully extracted myself from his grip and slid off the bed while trying not to make any sound. Every muscle protested as I stood and I had to bite my lip to keep from crying out. This was supposed to be the night of my coronation. The night I officially became Luna of Dark Moon Valley. Instead it had ended with Draven nearly killing his own son and then violating me while my mate lay broken and bleeding somewhere in this cursed castle. I swore to myself right then that I was going to make him pay when I left this place. Whatever it t

KelanIt had been two days since I crowned Cindy as my Luna and claimed my position as Alpha and in my mind everything was falling perfectly into place. I stood before the mirror in my chambers adjusting my ceremonial robes while admiring the way the fabric draped across my shoulders. The Alpha crown sat on my head with a weight that felt right and proper."This is what I was meant for," I muttered to myself as I straightened my collar. "Power, control, everything I ever wanted."A knock came at the door before Valor stepped inside without waiting for permission."Alpha, the council members are here for an urgent meeting," Valor announced.I didn't turn immediately because I was still adjusting the ceremonial sash across my chest."I'll be there in a second," I replied. "Go ahead and tell them I'm coming."Valor nodded but I noticed something in his expression that seemed uneasy. His eyes lingered on me for a moment longer than necessary before he turned and left the room.I took one

MelissaI woke up the next morning with the memory of Briston's kiss still burning on my lips. My hand unconsciously moved to touch my mouth as I lay in bed staring at the ceiling while the early morning light filtered through the curtains. This felt wrong in all ramifications but why did my soul yearn for it so desperately?I closed my eyes and tried to push the thoughts away but they kept circling back. The way his hands had cupped my face. The taste of blood mixed with something uniquely him. The way the mate bond had sung in my chest when our lips met.Only if this was Kelan, I thought before immediately stopping myself. What was the point of wishing for something that would never happen? Kelan was enjoying his life with Cindy right now. I forced myself to sit up and swing my legs over the side of the bed. There was no use dwelling on things I couldn't change. I needed to focus on survival and finding a way out of this nightmare.The door to my chambers opened without warning and

BristonIt had been two days since the council meeting and I had been properly avoiding Melissa the entire time. Every time she passed me in the hallway I kept my eyes forward and didn't acknowledge her presence. When we were in the same room I made sure to position myself on the opposite side and never let our gazes meet.It was killing me inside but I knew it was necessary. I was in my chambers when there was a knock on the door. The healer had just arrived to change my bandages and check on my healing progress."Come in," I called out.The door opened and Delilah stepped inside with a concerned expression on her face. She was wearing an elegant green dress that complemented her features and her hair was arranged perfectly as always."Your Highness, I hope you feel better," she greeted me politely."Yeah I do," I replied as the healer began unwrapping the bandages around my ribs.Delilah moved closer and watched the healer work with what appeared to be genuine concern. I noticed t