Rhaenyra X Mysaria Novels & Stories

"One is dormant and the other can't shift." He leans away from me, taking a step back before he turns to walk away, "I don't know what you're talking about, your highness. Besides I only have one daughter-" "Your family feud is none of my business. I am only interested in who will be my bride-" "That's Ruby. It has already been decided-" "Yet there were two of her on the dance floor. One exhibited Alpha aura but couldn't shift. The other… let's just she's as good as useless-"

“Guess you are right for the first time. A rogue is never to be trusted. Once a rogue, always a rogue.” I rose slowly from my seat, my eyes locking on him. “Marissa will be here any minute,” I warned before walking away from the porch of the pack house. Through the bond, I mind-linked every member. Into protection mode. “Luna,” one of the warriors’ voices cracked into my head. “This shouldn’t be your battle alone. We have men ready…” “No.” My command was sharp. “Only Madison and I will face her. This is a grudge older than many of you. If I fall today, so be it.”

“Oh there you are. What's the reason for this sudden morning walk, my love?” Hireath asked Malakai. “I'm so sorry for making you worry about me this early in the morning. I just couldn't sleep so I decided to go clear my head. Pardon my manners, my love, let me formally introduce you to our guest. His name is Hector, Alpha of the Halo clan.” “Hector, meet my charming and adorable wife, queen Hireath of the Lycan pack.” Malakai smiled as he introduced Hireath to Hector.

I climb the ledge, watching balconies and noting shadows and exits. Until suddenly, Her scent slices through me, sharp as a blade to the gut. The bond twists inside me. For a moment, I can’t move. My claws scrape the stone, and my jaw aches from clenching. Confusion ripples through me. And yet, I see her. On the balcony above the gardens, bathed in silver light. Hana. My curse. My mate. She shouldn’t be here. She can’t be here. Only kings, queens, their chosen heirs, and their most trusted. A stranger like her has no place in these walls.