All Chapters of Rejected, Then Claimed. The Alpha's Echo Luna : Chapter 11 - Chapter 20

Kate’s P.O.V. Before I could beg for mercy, Osiris finally spoke up, his voice cold and absolute. “Take her to her room.” A maid swiftly stepped forward, lowering her head. “Yes, Alpha.” And just like that, the crowd parted, the maid pointing toward the east. “Please, this way.” What? My heart forgot to beat for a brief second, gawking at my super serious mate. His words and expression didn’t match at all, like a coroner announcing the happy news of a child’s birth. As my body wasn’t in the condition to support me through a round of explanation, I simply bowed and walked away, each step taking me closer to much-needed rest. The house was just like its exterior, raw and majestic. Animal fur was draped across the floor and walls. Massive wolf heads mounted like trophies, staring down from above, their glassy eyes cold and unwelcoming. Silver swords crossed over the stone pillars, polished and shining. Like anyone could use them at any minute. Goddess, did I step into an

Kate’s P.O.V. My cheeks burned as I ran out of the meeting hall, Osiris’s touch still fresh on my skin. He was calm, unshaken, and completely in control as an Alpha, and as a mate, he was a damn incubus. His one glance could make me feel weak in my knees. Taking deep breaths, I tapped my cheeks, walking forward. “Calm down, Kate. Don’t think about that.” I barely reached the main corridor of the office wing when a super enthusiastic figure materialized out of thin air. “Finally!” Bella rushed toward me, her eyes wide with excitement, practically vibrating where she stood. “Do you have any idea what’s happening outside?” She demanded before I could even greet her. I rolled my eyes. “I just came out of the council trial disguised as a meeting, Bella. Enlighten me.” She swiftly grabbed my arm, lowering her voice but not her excitement. “People are bowing!” “Excuse me, what?” “Bow-ing.” She repeated dramatically. “Wolves! Big, scary, mountain-sized wolves! Dropping wha

Kate’s P.O.V. On our way back, Kayla was the prime topic of our discussion. The moment her name left Lauren’s lips, something in the air shifted. “She is the pack’s Gamma’s daughter.” Lauren said softly as we walked back from the market, her tone almost reverent. “Miss Kayla is… perfect.” I glanced sideways at her. “Perfect. How?” Lauren blinked as if the answer was obvious. “She is the best cook in the entire pack. She wins every seasonal competition. Her floral arrangements are offered at temple ceremonies.” The list of Kayla's talents was endless, painting a picture of a perfect housewife straight from the 1950s. But still, I tried my luck and asked. “That’s great, Lauren. What’s her qualification?” Lauren paused mid-step, her eyes narrowing a bit. “That’s her qualification, Luna. She graduated at the top of her class in the women’s academy.” My breath caught, “Women’s academy?” Lauren nodded proudly. “Of course. From where else would one learn proper homemak

Kate’s P.O.V.His lips moved over mine gently, savoring every movement as his hand slid to the back of my head, supporting me. A belated gasp parted my lips, inviting his tongue as it brushed over my lower lips before sliding in my mouth.The sweetness of tea and his manly scent mingled, his warm breath overwhelming me as I closed my eyes, relishing the heat as he deepened the kiss. I responded to him with equal passion, and our tongues danced in harmony, his free hand sliding under my shirt, making me moan.“There's a lot more we need to talk about.” I broke the kiss and gave him a faint smile, my breathing uneven.“Hmm?” Osiris bent down and started leaving small kisses down my jaw. “I hardly know anything about you.” I almost gasped as he bit down on my earlobe.“I just told you about my family,” he whispered in my ear before kissing his way down my throat.“Yes, but that's not you. I mean…” A moan escaped me as he gently nibbled on the mark, his sweet torture on my neck awakeni

Kate’s P.O.V. Future Luna? Marriage? I forgot to breathe as Lauren revealed the truth behind Kayla’s confidence, each sentence slicing my heart into tiny pieces. “The Gamma family was preparing for the wedding, but then… you came. The situation has become a little complicated now.” Lauren tried her best to soften the blow, but the pain was inevitable. My throat closed up, my chest tightening as something sharp and unbearable spread through me. I finally realized that Osiris already had a future with Kayla, the one council approved of. And I… I just walked into it! That was the reason no one wanted me here in the first place. My heart felt hollow as I collapsed on the bed. My fingers clutched the sheets tightly as silent tears soaked beneath me. I didn’t sob or make a sound. But it hurt. It hurt more than I could ever imagine. I was aware that the mate-bond was based on instinct. It relied on irresistible physical attraction between mates. But when Osiris stood u