Chapter 15 Lyra
My encounter with Annie left me in a sour mood. I walked back to my room, Kessler’s intense stare burned into my memory, sending shivers down my spine. eye-fucking me with his eyes; the thought made my core tighten.
“Our mate is dead drop gorgeous, and I don’t know why you left. You should have completed the task of having his cock in your pussy.” Sasha’s voice pierced through my thoughts, filling me.
As I walked to my room, I didn’t respond to Sasha’s words echoing in my head.
When I arrived, Julie was there, and her eyes widened in surprise as she took in my appearance and what I was wearing.
Julie’s expression shifted from shock to concern as she approached me cautiously. “Are you okay?” she asked softly, her voice filled with genuine worry.
Ignoring Julie’s concern, I stormed past her without uttering a single word. My fist clenched tightly, and I felt a surge of anger coursing through me like I was ready to explode.Published by Nôv'elD/rama.Org.
With my voice dripping with fury, I asked, “Who the fuck is Annie to Kessler?” Julie recoiled in fear, her head bowed in submission. At that moment, I realized the intensity of my anger and the mistake I had made.
Taking a deep breath, I closed my eyes and focused on steadying my breathing. Inhaling slowly and deeply, I let the tension drain from my body with each exhale, until my breaths became calm and even.
I took control of my body and moved close to her, her wary gaze meeting mine. “Are you okay?” she asked, her voice tinged with concern.
I was stunned by her question. After just scaring the living hell out of her, all you could ask was how I was doing. “How can you even ask me that?” I snapped, my frustration bubbling to the surface.
“I’m sorry,” she said, her tone frigid. “Annie is the King’s chosen mate from the Crescent pack. She’s of royal blood. The mating ceremony was supposed to be held this week, but it was postponed until further notice.”
Her words left me utterly stunned. Weren’t they aware that I’m Kessler’s mate? Or is he deliberately keeping my identity hidden? The realization hit me like a ton of bricks, fueling my fury. Hurt, betrayal, and anger surged through my veins, threatening to consume me. and Now I was infuriated to learn that he already had a chosen mate.
I clenched my fists, trying to contain the storm raging inside me. But deep down, I knew that was merely a facade.
To get things right, I needed to gather intel about Kessler. “What happened to Kessler’s first mate?” I asked, my voice trembling with anticipation.
She hesitated, her lips forming a tight line as she contemplated whether to tell me or not. Finally, with a shaky voice, she revealed, “She was killed by Alpha Aiden, one of the neighboring packs.”
My heart sank at the news. My father, Alpha Aiden Bash, was a loving and caring Alpha. He wasn’t capable of hurting a fly, let alone committing such a heinous act. He was loved and respected by many in our pack. Something didn’t sit right with this newfound information.
“I turned to her, a mix of disbelief and anger swirling within me. The realization dawned on me as I asked again, ‘The same Alpha Aiden Bash, my father?'”
Her stuttering voice betrayed her shock and disbelief. “Y-yes,” she stammered. “Alpha Aiden is your father? Oh, that’s the reason for Jack’s visit with Luna Kayla,” she added, her words tinged with a sense of realization.
My heart raced as I processed the information. “Y-you know them. What do you know about them?” I demanded, my voice trembling with fear and curiosity.
She nodded slowly, her expression grave. “Yes, I know them,” she confirmed.
“Jack was supposed to be Alpha, but since he’s an illegitimate son from an affair, he was denied, and Aiden was given the position,” Julie continued, her voice heavy with the weight of the revelation.
I was stunned by the newfound information. My father and Uncle Jack were so close, despite not sharing the same mother, which added another layer of complexity.
“Hmm,” I mused, connecting the dots. “That explains his reason for his animosity towards me.” The pieces of the puzzle were slowly falling into place, painting a clearer picture of the tangled web.
She seemed to know a lot, but I couldn’t shake the feeling of caution. I debated whether to delve deeper with more questions or to keep my distance. In the end, I chose to dismiss her.
“Run a bath for me,” I instructed, my voice masking the turmoil within.
As the water filled the tub, my thoughts raced. I had Annie to contend with, all to fulfill my uncle’s desires and save my mother. To achieve that, I needed to be strategic in my approach, to manipulate Kessler into having his way with me and getting me pregnant.
But as I considered this plan, a wave of conflicting emotions washed over me. The thought of Kessler’s touch, knowing that he is responsible for my father’s death, left me feeling…
I needed some time alone, so I headed to the garden. It’s always been my special place ever since I arrived at the pack. As I walked there, I could feel a strange energy around me. People passing by were showing me respect, bowing their heads.
In the garden, I breathed in the fresh air and enjoyed the sweet scent of the flowers. Without even realizing it, I ended up at the pool. I sat down and dipped my legs into the water, feeling its coolness soothe me.
Before long, I sensed someone behind me. Without turning around, I recognized her scent from last night.
“What do you want?” I asked, my voice tense with apprehension.
“I know who you are,” she replied bluntly, without any hesitation.
My body tensed at her words, and my heart raced in my chest, fear and uncertainty flooding over me.
“Does she know about Tristan? How much does she know?” I wondered, refusing to give her the satisfaction of knowing she had caught me off guard.
“Congratulations, you desire an accolade,” I remarked coldly, still not turning to face her.
“The earlier you know your place, the better for you. Kessler is mine, and I won’t tolerate you contending with me. You are nothing but a low-life scumbag, meant to be a breeder all the days of your life.” She said, her voice dripping with disdain.
Despite the pain her words caused, I managed a humorless laugh. “Then how come he hasn’t claimed you as his own?” I retorted, my voice tinged with bitterness.
“Waiting for the right time and before that, I’ll get rid of any obstacles that stand in my way of being with him,” she declared, determination seeping into her words.
“Looks like he is a commodity,” I said.
“He is mine,” she growled like a maniac.
“That wasn’t the impression Kessler gave when I was with him last night,” I shot back, trying to taunt her. “Begging me to cum in his mouth while his cock was securely in place in my mouth,” I added, not holding back.
“Like you haven’t thought of that,” Sasha said in my head, as I rolled my eyes. “And to be frank, I’ve thought about it many times, and I blame the mate bond messing with my head.”
That seemed to hit a nerve, as I could practically feel her fury radiating from her aura. Despite sensing her anger, I still didn’t turn my back.
But then, without warning, I was shoved into the pool. Panic surged through me as I struggled frantically, realizing with horror that I didn’t know how to swim.