"I've never done this before," I whispered, my voice trembling. "Be gentle with me... but don't stop until I'm begging for more." A flush crept up my neck, my words both thrilling and embarrassing. His gaze locked onto mine, wide with surprise, before he took my hand, running his fingers over mine, slow and deliberate. ... BLURB To everyone else, Lucas is untouchable, cursed to live without a mate or family. But then he finds Elara-a girl who's seen hell and survived it. Betrayed by the Alpha who was supposed to be her mate, Elara's done with promises and done with packs. But Lucas isn't about to let her slip away. He'll protect her, fight for her, and push anyone out of his way to keep her safe. But in a world where love meets supernatural obsession, is there really such thing as free will? A darkly romantic tale of possession, protection, and the thin line between the two.
Flashback
Alone! Despised and Rejected. That is how I saw myself. That Is how they all saw me. I was the pack reject, or, the fancy word, an omega. The lowest of ranks among the wolves and the most worthless.
"You should have just died with your parents, freak!" Mia repeated, kicking me while I was down.
"I don't get why you're still here. Your parents were traitors!'' Mike added.
"You don't belong here." Jennifer said. "You're not one of us, you're a pathetic excuse of a werewolf.''
"You're weaker than a human. You disgust me!''
And the insults were hauled, one after another. I'm not sure for how long they kicked my stomach, or how many times I was punched after they encouraged me to get back up. The truth is, after you're beaten while down, then you learn a lesson. You get used to staying down. To take a beating.
"Alright, come on guys.'' Mistress Maggy called out, approaching from a distance. "That's enough.'' She said, pulling Jennifer, her daughter, away. She stood next to the others, who watched me intently. Mistress Maggy, a short dark haired 45 year old woman with a pot belly, was incharge of all the omegas. The truth is that she hated us, but I was at the top of her list.
"Elara...'' She let out, staring down at me. "When are you ever going to learn that this is not your place?''
End of Flashback
Standing in this moment, all eyes on me, I suddenly realise that perhaps I do belong here. I have hope that things are finally better. The moon goddess has blessed me.
Now that I look at him, the famous Alpha Gale, I feel my heart skip a bit. He is my mate, my Alpha. All my suffering was going to be over. I wasn't going to be bullied anymore. I was the mate of an alpha. The moon goddess has not forgotten after all.
"You are my mate.'' Alpha Matthew repeats, this time his authoritative voice soaring through the vicinity as he captures the attention of more people. It isn't long until a crowd surrounds me. Everyone was staring at me with disgust and judgement. but my eyes are only fixed on him. the incredibly handsome man that is my fated mate.
"Her?'' I hear someone mumble. "It can't be.''
"He has to find someone else.''
"He cannot possibly be mated to her.''
Murmurs and voices arise from the crowd. Suddenly alpha Gareth walked up to him, whispering something in his ear that made him look at me with an indifference.
"You're an omega?'' He lets out, furrowing his eyes. I shake my head. "Yes."
"Why didn't you tell me?'' he asked, his voice slightly raised.
" I didn't think that mattered.'' I answered honestly. I watched the change in his expression. He wasn't looking at me with desire or admiration anymore. There was an ugly feeling that sat at the bottom of my stomach. Everyone that looked at me suddenly made me feel like the world was sinking in around me.
"Get on your knees!'' he demanded, his voice soaring through the air, seeking submission from everyone around.
I could feel the tears pricking my eyes as I fell to my knees abruptly. My mind was convinced that something bad was about to happen. but I was hopeful. After all these years of suffering and pain, something good had finally happened.
I spotted Jennifer and Mistress Mary standing at a distance watching. They looked at me with their usual disgust and content. But I couldn't care less. The moon goddess has given me a mate. That is all I could ever ask for.
" What's your name?'' he asks, causing me to look up at him with great confusion.
"Elara Moore..'' I let out.
He wasted no time as he came to stand before me. I stared at the ground, bowing my head in respect and submission. The words that came after were meant to paralyse me and shutter my heart completely.
"Elara Moore, I believe that the moon goddess has made a mistake by making you my mate. I, Alpha Gale, reject you as my fated mate.''
I clutched my chest, feeling the stabbing pain as celebration erupted. My rejection somehow made more sense to the people. I looked up at him, but he avoided my eyes and walked away with Alpha Gareth, leaving me there, on my knees, as if I meant nothing.
My heart felt like it shattered into a thousand pieces. I thought Alpha Gale was going to save me, to protect me from all the pain. But instead, he rejected me, just like everyone else. I stayed there on my knees, tears streaming down my face, feeling the weight of humiliation. The crowd was still celebrating, jeering at me, and I realised that nothing had changed. I was still the omega, still worthless.
Mistress Maggy approached me, a sly smile tugging at the corners of her lips. She had always despised me, and now she revelled in my misery. "Well, well, Elara," she taunted, "Seems like even the moon goddess hates you."
I bit my lip, refusing to let her see my tears. But deep inside, I couldn't help but feel the raw pain of rejection gnawing at my soul. I had dared to hope, dared to believe that things would change, and now I was left with a heart shattered into a million pieces.
A group of warriors suddenly approached, causing dread to sink inside me.
"Alpha Gale wants to see you," one of them said, his tone brooking no argument.
I swallowed hard, my throat dry as sand. What did he want now? Was there more torment he wished to subject me to? With a nod, I got to my feet, my legs shaky from the raw emotions that flooded through me.
The warriors flanked me as we walked towards the pack house. Each step felt like a sentence towards horror.
Entering the pack house, I was met with the sight of Alpha Gale seated on an imposing chair, his gaze fixed on me. His expression was unreadable, making me uneasy. I had no idea why he had summoned me.
"Elara Moore," he said, his voice cutting through the silence. "Come closer."
I obeyed, my heart thudding in my chest. Being this close to him was unnerving. His power radiated off him, making me feel small and insignificant.
He leaned forward, his fingers steepled beneath his chin. "I've been thinking," he began, his eyes locked onto mine. "There's a way for you to prove your loyalty to the pack."
I furrowed my brow, not sure where this was going. Loyalty? Was he mocking me? The very pack that had rejected me?
"I've considered your situation," he continued, his voice taking on a sly tone. "You're in a position to make a choice. A choice that could change your destiny."
I blinked, confusion swirling within me. What was he talking about? What choice could he possibly be offering me?
"Everything that has happened so far has never been my choice." I let out, I have let everyone dictate my life and how i should live it.''
"And what do you expect," He said, staring at me with disgust. "You're an omega, a worthless scum hated by many."
"Is that why you rejected me?'' My voice is low, barely above a whisper.
"Of Course not." He inches closer to me, bringing his fingers over my folded knuckles. "I rejected you because i did not want to look bad in front of others, and because you've got no business being an Alpha's mate.''
I felt the pain stabbing at my heart when he said those words. I was worthless to him. A downgrade to his expectation.
"What do you want?'' I let out, pulling away, feeling my skin burn while in his presence. There was a fear that settled at the bottom of my stomach, afraid of what would come out of his mouth next.
He leaned in closer, his gaze intense."Be mine, and I'll save you from the tough life. You obey me, and I'll make things better."His words hit me hard. They echoed in my mind again, somehow convincing me that this was not some cruel joke.
"You rejected me!''
"But I can keep you safe Elara. Hide you from those that seek to hurt you. Obey my every command and I will make your life better. You'll be under my protection.'' He urged. I stared at him, his words sinking heavily into me. It was suddenly obvious what he wanted to do. What he wanted me to become.
"And if i refuse?'' My words were barely above a whisper. His fingers trace over my chin, forcing my head up.
"Then I'm going to take the little things you still value most. That tiny cabin your parents left you before death, and I'll banish you from this pack forever."
His words hit me like a truck, I felt visible pain just at the thought of losing the little I still had. It wasn't just about the house, but the backyard. Where I buried what remained of my parents after Alpha Gareth killed them. If I was banished from the pack, how would I survive?
"Think about it, pet," He said, his voice laced with pride. "What's worse than an omega?''
I knew what he was getting at, I hated the thought of it, but did I really have a choice.
"But..I have not done anything wrong. I have done my duties, Alpha Gareth won't allow you banish a member of his pack."
"This was his idea.'' He scoffs, "I only offered you something better."
I remain quiet, my gaze meets his own. His eyes hold so much fire in them. Nommater how bad I want to hate him, I can't. All I feel for him is pain and a broken connection.
"You offer me imprisonment."
"Oh come on pet, don't think of it like that."
"Don't call me that." I spoke through gritted teeth. I stared up at him, I folded my fist as I stood up. He stood right in front of me, his figure towering over me like a statue.
"What's it gonna be?''
"I will not be your slave.'' I answered firmly, feeling the air linger with a sense of failure. That's it, I had lost everything.
The day Lilah found out that she was pregnant, she caught her fiancé cheating on her. Her remorseless fiancé and his mistress almost killed her. Lilah fled for her dear life. When she returned to her hometown five years later, she happened to save a little boy's life. The boy's father turned out to be the world's richest man. Everything changed for Lilah from that moment. The man didn't let her experience any inconvenience. When her ex-fiancé bullied her, he crushed the scumbag's family and also rented out an entire island just to give Lilah a break from all the drama. He also taught Lilah's hateful father a lesson. He crushed all her enemies before she even asked. When Lilah's vile sister threw herself at him, he showed her a marriage certificate and said, "I'm happily married and my wife is much more beautiful than you are!" Lilah was shocked. "When did we ever get married? Last I checked, I was still single." With a wicked smile, he said, "Honey, we've been married for five years. Isn't it about time we had another child together?" Lilah's jaw dropped to the floor. What the hell was he talking about?
Linsey was stood up by her groom to run off with another woman. Furious, she grabbed a random stranger and declared, "Let's get married!" She had acted on impulse, realizing too late that her new husband was the notorious rascal, Collin. The public laughed at her, and even her runaway ex offered to reconcile. But Linsey scoffed at him. "My husband and I are very much in love!" Everyone thought she was delusional. Then Collin was revealed to be the richest man in the world. In front of everyone, he got down on one knee and held up a stunning diamond ring. "I look forward to our forever, honey."
"Ahh!" She was in a moaning mess. She did not want to feel anything for this man. She hated him. His hands began to move all over her body. She gasped when he pulled down the back chain of her dress. The chain stopped at her lower waist, so when he zipped it off, her upper back and waist were exposed. "D-Don't touch m-ummm!" His fingers rolled around her bare back, and she pressed her head against the pillow. His touches were giving her goosebumps all over her body. With a deep angry voice, he whispered in her ear, "I am going to make you forget his touches, kisses, and everything. Every time you touch another man, you will only think of me." - - - Ava Adler was a nerdy omega. People bullied her because they thought she was ugly and unattractive. But Ava secretly loved the bad boy, Ian Dawson. He was the future Alpha of the Mystic Shadow Pack. However, he doesn't give a damn about rules and laws, as he only likes to play around with girls. Ava was unaware of Ian's arrogance until her fate intertwined with his. He neglected her and hurt her deeply. What would happen when Ava turned out to be a beautiful girl who could win over any boy, and Ian looked back and regretted his decisions? What if she had a secret identity that she had yet to discover? What if the tables turned and Ian begged her not to leave him?
It was supposed to be a marriage of convenience, but Carrie made the mistake of falling in love with Kristopher. When the time came that she needed him the most, her husband was in the company of another woman. Enough was enough. Carrie chose to divorce Kristopher and move on with her life. Only when she left did Kristopher realize how important she was to him. In the face of his ex-wife’s countless admirers, Kristopher offered her 20 million dollars and proposed a new deal. “Let’s get married again.”
Natalie used to think she could melt Connor’s icy heart, but she was sorely mistaken. When at last she decided to leave, she discovered that she was pregnant. Even so, she chose to quietly leave his world, prompting Connor to mobilize all of his resources and expand his business to a global scale—all in a bid to find her. But there was no trace of Natalie. Connor slowly spiraled into madness, turning the city upside down and leaving chaos in his wake. Natalie finally surfaced years later, with wealth and power of her own, only to find herself entangled with Connor once again.
"Love is blind!" Lucinda abandoned her beautiful and comfortable life because of a man. She married him and slaved off for him for three long years. One day, the scales finally fell off her eyes. She realized that all her efforts were in vain. Her husband, Nathaniel still treated her like shit. All he cared about was his lover. "Enough is enough! I quit wasting my years with an ungrateful man!" Lucinda's heart was shattered into many pieces, but she summoned up the courage to ask for a divorce. The news caused a stir online! A filthy rich young woman recently got divorced? She was a good catch! Countless CEOs and handsome young men immediately swarmed to her like bees to honey! Nathaniel couldn't take it anymore. He held a press conference and begged with teary eyes, "I love you, Lucinda. I can't live without you. Please come back to me." Would Lucinda give him a second chance? Read to find out!