Lilith, a seemingly ordinary werewolf, has lived her life in the shadows of her powerful pack, content with her normal existence. But everything changes when she meets her betrothed, a strikingly handsome alpha named Aiden. Eager to win his affection, Lilith quickly discovers that Aiden finds her weakness detestable and rejects her with a cruel indifference. However, fate has a wicked sense of humor, and it unveils its twist at the annual Mating Ball. Aiden, driven by unforeseen desires, seduces Lilith, leading to a night of passion that awakens a fierce connection between them binding them as mates. Their forbidden tryst creates a web of secrets, binding them together in a way neither could have imagined. As the truth unravels, Lilith discovers that she hasn't been entangled with Aiden but with his enigmatic twin brother, Rendell, who had orchestrated the seduction to fulfill a dark agenda. Betrayed and heartbroken, Lilith must navigate a treacherous path of deceit, danger, and desire. What was Rendell's agenda and how will she explain to her pack that she was rejected and has bonded with a member of a rival pack?
Lilith Lockwood
My mother's voice, sharp and insistent, echoed from downstairs waking me here.
"Lilith! Wake up, dear! It's time for a new day!"
I groaned, my half-asleep mind protesting the intrusion of morning. But I couldn't ignore her call, not when she had such a commanding presence. She was the heart and soul of our family, the alpha in her own right.
Rolling out of bed, I slipped into a soft pair of slippers and padded down the creaky old staircase. At the foot of the stairs, my father sat in his armchair, engrossed in the morning newspaper. He glanced up as I approached.
"Morning, Dad," I mumbled, rubbing my eyes.
"Morning, my little moonbeam," he chuckled, setting the newspaper aside. My father's fondness for nicknames was legendary in our family. "You're just in time to witness the morning show."
I raised an eyebrow in response. "Morning show? What's going on?"
Before he could answer, the air was split by another shout from my mother, this one even more ear-piercing than the first. My father and I shared an amused glance.
"That's your cue," he said, a mischievous glint in his eyes. "Time to face the morning hurricane."
I grinned and made my way into the kitchen. There, I found my mother, her fiery hair pulled back into a messy bun, wielding a wooden spoon like a weapon. She was a force to be reckoned with, even in her pajamas.
"Late as usual, Lilith, Where the hell is Damien?" she scolded with a playful glint in her eyes.
I laughed and leaned in to kiss her cheek. "Morning, Mom. What's got you in such a whirlwind this early?"
She waved the wooden spoon dismissively. "Just the usual chaos of trying to get this family moving. Your father's been no help, as usual."
My father appeared in the doorway, a grin on his face. "Now, now, dear. You know I'm utterly useless before my morning coffee."
My mother and I shared a knowing look, and we couldn't help but laugh. Despite his grumbling, Dad was always ready with a smile.
Our playfully scolding banter was interrupted by the sound of my mother's laughter. She had that mischievous twinkle in her eye again as she picked up a wooden stick from the countertop.
"Now, Lilith, how about we give your father a wake-up call he won't soon forget?" she suggested, brandishing the stick.
I glanced at my father, whose eyes widened in mock terror. "You wouldn't dare"
But my mother was already lunging toward him with the stick in hand, and with a yelp, Dad leaped out of the way, the chase was on. They darted around the kitchen, laughing like teenagers as my mother gave chase and my father danced just out of her reach.
I couldn't help but join in on the fun. I grabbed another stick and playfully swatted at my father's retreating form. We ran in circles around the kitchen, our laughter filling the room.
Just as we were all thoroughly winded and my mother declared a truce, my brother Damien walked into the kitchen, his tousled hair and sleepy grin revealing that he had just woken up. He shook his head at the sight of our family antics, a fond smile playing on his lips.
"Morning, Damien," I greeted him as I took a seat at the kitchen table.
He grabbed an apple from the fruit basket and took a leisurely bite. "You guys never change, do you?"
"We're creatures of habit," Dad replied with a wink.
My mother, stick still in hand, sighed with exaggerated drama. "And proud of it!"
We all laughed.
Damien, now seated at the table, continued to nibble on his apple as he turned his attention to me. His eyes, the same shade of deep blue as mine, sparkled with curiosity.
"You know, Lilith, your birthday and graduation are coming up next week," he said, his voice thoughtful.
I nodded, though the prospect didn't excite me as much as it did others. "Yeah, they are. But honestly, Damien, it's not a big deal. Just another day."
He arched an eyebrow, clearly not convinced. "Come on, Lilith, it's a milestone. You'll officially be an adult in our pack, and you'll have your whole life ahead of you."
I shrugged "I guess so. But you know me, Damien. I've never been one for big celebrations or pomp and circumstance."
He leaned closer, his expression gentle. "Lilith, I know you're not one for grand gestures, but Imma throw you a part-ayy"
I sighed, feeling a hint of guilt for not sharing his enthusiasm. "I appreciate that, Damien. I really do. But I think I'd be happier just spending the day doing what I love."
Damien's eyes softened, and he placed a reassuring hand on mine. "And what's that, sis?"
I smiled, my heart warming at his understanding. "Well, you know how I love running in my wolf form. Maybe I'll spend the day in the forest, just me and the moonlight. It's where I feel most at peace."
He nodded. "That sounds perfect, Lilith. It's your day, after all. You should do what makes you happy."
My mother, having overheard our conversation, chimed in with a soft smile. "He's right, Lilith. Your happiness is what matters most to us."
I felt a surge of love for my family. "Thanks, Mom, Dad, Damien. You guys are the best." I spoke.
"Well, what's for breakfast Mami?" I asked as my stomach growled.
"Bacon, toast and eggs" She said and advanced to the kitchen to get our breakfast.
Kallie, a mute who had been ignored by her husband for five years since their wedding, also suffered the loss of her pregnancy due to her cruel mother-in-law. After the divorce, she learned that her ex-husband had quickly gotten engaged to the woman he truly loved. Holding her slightly rounded belly, she realized that he had never really cared for her. Determined, she left him behind, treating him as a stranger. Yet, after she left, he scoured the globe in search of her. When their paths crossed once more, Kallie had already found new happiness. For the first time, he pleaded humbly, "Please don't leave me..." But Kallie's response was firm and dismissive, cutting through any lingering ties. "Get lost!"
For three years, Shane and Yvonne were wed, sharing heated nights, while his devotion clung to his ex. Yvonne strove to be a dutiful wife, yet their marriage felt hollow, built on desire rather than real warmth. All changed when she became pregnant, only for Shane to thrust her onto the operating table, warning, “Either you or the baby survives!” Broken by his cruelty, she vanished in grief and later returned, radiantly accomplished, leaving everyone awestruck. Haunted by remorse, Shane begged for another chance, but Yvonne only smiled and replied, “I’m sorry, men no longer interest me.”
Life was perfect until she met her boyfriend's big brother. There was a forbidden law in the Night Shade Pack that if the head Alpha rejected his mate, he would be stripped of his position. Sophia's life would get connected with the law. She was an Omega who was dating the head Alpha's younger brother. Bryan Morrison, the head Alpha, was not only a cold-blooded man but also a charming business tycoon. His name was enough to cause other packs to tremble. He was known as a ruthless man. What if, by some twist of destiny, Sophia's path were to intertwine with his?
My boyfriend called, "Baby!" as he jumped out of bed and scrambled to pull his pants off the ground. "Please, I can explain my love." Shutting my eyes, I inhaled deeply and tried not to cry when I realized that my dream of the man not being my boyfriend had been dashed. "What?" I asked, "What do you want to explain?" How did you lie about having a business meeting while you were in bed enjoying yourself with my best friend, even though I told you I was in serious pain, is that it?" I stood there, my heart pounding, and tears streaming down my face...
They don't know I'm a girl. They all look at me and see a boy. A prince. Their kind purchase humans like me for their lustful desires. And, when they stormed into our kingdom to buy my sister, I intervened to protect her. I made them take me too. The plan was to escape with my sister whenever we found a chance. How was I to know our prison would be the most fortified place in their kingdom? I was supposed to be on the sidelines. The one they had no real use for. The one they never meant to buy. But then, the most important person in their savage land-their ruthless beast king-took an interest in the "pretty little prince." How do we survive in this brutal kingdom, where everyone hates our kind and shows us no mercy? And how does someone, with a secret like mine, become a lust slave? . AUTHOR'S NOTE. This is a dark romance-dark, mature content. Highly rated 18+ Expect triggers, expect hardcore. If you're a seasoned reader of this genre, looking for something different, prepared to go in blindly not knowing what to expect at every turn, but eager to know more anyway, then dive in! . From the author of the international bestselling book: "The Alpha King's Hated Slave."
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