CHAPTER 53

CHAPTER 53
VALERIA He threatens me , and then immediately leans over the niglastand , rummaging through the drawer .

I cant see clearly , but I notice him putting something in his mouth before he moves over me , pinning me to the bed and devouring my lips .

He grabs my hair in a fist , while his other hand grips my neek , not letting me escape his delicious invasion as his tongue tangles with mine .

Something slips down my throat , and I panic .

What did he just make me swallow ? His fingers dig into my cheeks , forcing me to keep my mouth open .

Dont fight , Valeria .

Trust me .

Its a medicine to prevent scarring .

I stop struggling under his dominance , trusting a man again , hoping this time Im not making another mistake .

He wouldnt save my life just to end it afterward .

I swallowed some kind of slimy pill , and immediately , warmth spread all over my body , but especially beneath my left breast .

Aldric stopped kissing me , yanking my gown open , and his mouth trailed down to lick and suck my breasts , cupping them in his large hands , squeezing them and pinching my hardened nipples .

He licked over and over that spot that stung and burned , where the spell had been .

Growling with arousal , his hard erection rubbed against my thigh as his hips moved sensually .

Desire pulsed through my body , just like the time I had that crisis .

Why was this happening again now ? Aaahhh ! I screamed , arching my back when a sharp pain made me writhe , as if something had just been ripped from my body .

I dont know what happened after that .

I lost consciousness When I opened my eyes the next morning , I was alone in bed .

The next day , I visited Edward , who cried in my arms and even apologized because I had gotten hurt .

How could I blame a child for that ? I left him calmer , with his mother , who at least in front of the visitors pretended to care .

Later , I reported everything that had happened to the King and the Alpha in the study , including what I heard .

from that kidnapper and his accomplices .

Apparently , he was a former servant of the mansion who had been expelled from the pack for theft .

It wasnt clear if this was truly a kidnapping or something more sinister .

I privately told Aldric the bits I had overheard , that they knew my identity , that it seemed they had used the boy as bait to lure me in , and that they were working for someone else who was paying theri .

The King looked thoughtful, his brow furrowed , but all he told me was to stay by his side .

Yet , that night , I disobeyed his orders again .

The Alpha organized a ball with the most elite members of the pack .

Many of them were refined , beautiful women hoping to spend the night with His Majesty and try their luck .

I refused to attend .

I was completely against it , despite Aldrics insistence .

I really didnt want to be stared at like a circus freak just for standing next to the King , looking like a scarred mess .

Besides , since yesterday , Ive felt so strange whenever Im near Aldric .

My body feels too sensitive , too hot .

I cant get the taste of his blood out of my mind .

I want him to touch me , kiss me , fuck me , and fill me with his essence This has to be the effect of that damn butterfly .

Alone in my room , with the central door locked , claiming I would sleep early , I started writing a note .

I needed to speak with Quinn urgently .

I didnt like this creepy pack and wanted to leave , but as long as he was busy studying those senseless scribbles , we were delayed .

I slipped out of my room and walked toward the staircase .

Downstairs , I could hear laughter and the clinking of glasses , the murmur of voices .

I clenched my teeth in jealousy , imagining His Majesty surrounded by sexy women .

Better not see it with my own eyes .

Hello , do you need anything ? Suddenly , a servant appeared from one of the guest rooms .

Yes , please deliver this to Guardian Quinn .

Listen carefully , only to Guardian Quinn , no one else , and make sure hes alone without anyone nearby , especially not the King , I warned him , and he nodded seriously , heading downstairs The message was simple and direct .

I rushed back to my room , throwing on a cloak over my dress to protect myself from the mountains cold .

I bolted the door from the inside and sneaked out through the second floor window , climbing down with the help of thick vines covering part of the stone wall .

I was risking wandering alone , but I needed to reach the Altar .

No matter what , I had to see it up close and find some clue to give Quinn so we could get out of here .

The Alpha , Quinn , and I were seated in Garrets study.

An urgent report arrived from his patrol : they found the remains of those three men at the edge of the packs territory .

Its obvious they eliminated the witnesses .

How did they get into the pack if they were supposedly exiled ? 1 asked the Alpha , who looked at me nervously .

They … it seems they blended in with the traveling theater troupe that moves between packs .

The guards didnt properly inspect the caravan , he answered , avoiding my gaze the kind that screamed , youre an idiot managing your security Alpha , I need the information you mentioned about the Altar , Quinn suddenly spoke up .

It seemed like this time he hadnt deciphered those damn words so easily .

Now ? But the ball … he trailed off at my expression of : I couldnt care less about this ridiculous party .

I had attended for appearances , but I was dying to go and corner my Valeria .

Of … of course , Guardian … Ill be right back , he stammered before standing up to open the door and leave .

I heard him nearby , speaking to a servant passing by in the hallway .

A note for Mr.

Quinn ? From Miss Valeria ? You must be mistaken , idiot ! Im sick of being surrounded by incompetents .

Hand it over and do your job properly ! I could clearly sense Quinn tensing beside me , and I rose from my chair , stepping into hearing Valeria and Quinn in the same sentence made me want to kill someone .

Whats going on ? I asked Garret , surprising him as he turned and handed me a note .

hallway because Your Majesty , Miss Valeria sent this message with a servant , he replied , and I said nothing .

I opened the envelope , finding only a short message inside Altar of the Goddess -in my maidens handwriting Very well , thank you , Alpha , I said , not waiting for a response as I walked toward her room , several unpleasant ideas already racing through my mind .

I opened her door and knocked hard on the central door , calling for her .

I repeated it twice until my rage got the better of me , and I kicked the wood until it splintered .

As I expected , the room was empty .

Valeria had disobeyed me , going out alone during the night And I knew exactly where she was .

Crushing the note in my hand , I jumped out of her window , following the same path she had taken , her scent still lingering in the air ..

Iran under the moon , tracking her .

She better have a damn good explanation for this .

Tonight , my mate will know me completely .

I walked up to the majestic Altar , bending down to examine the inscriptions , circling the entire round base about a meter high .

No matter how I looked at it , nothing made sense until some small letters , almost hidden in a corner beneath the overgrowth , caught my attention .

I memorized them because it was the only thing carved here in the language of the Dark Realm .

I tensed when I felt a presence lurking behind me , his intoxicating scent reaching my nose , carried by the breeze .

It couldnt be .

How does he always find me ? What kind of damn stalker gift is this ? Id like to know two things .

Number one : What the hell are you doing here alone , in such a dangerous place at night ? And two , Valeria , who was this note for ? I turned to see him holding the crumpled note in his hand , showing me the message I had written for Quinn.

His eyes , sharp as steel , and his intimidating aura surrounded me , making my body tremble .

He was angry .

Very angry .

And if he found out I had wanted to meet Quinn alone in such a secluded spot , I knew hed misinterpret it .

Im waiting , Valeria , and my patience is wearing thin , he said , taking a step toward me .

Then another .

And another … My mind worked furiously .

I bit my lower lip , nervous .

That note was for you , sir , I lied , lowering my gaze , but his hand , strong as steel , gripped my chin , forcing me to meet his stare with no escape .

Well , Im here now .

Tell me why did you summon me to this place with so much secrecy ? You told me youd be resting , that I shouldnt bother you … He knew .

Damn , he knew I was lying .

I was so screwed .

What do I do ? How do I get out of this disaster ? Think , Valena , think ! Then the most absurd yet perfect solution crossed my mind Ill distract him completely .

I removed his hand from my chin and stood on my tiptoes , wrapping my arms around his neck , pressing my breasts against his chest , my body seducing his , feeling heat spread inside me .

Aldric … Im having a crisis from the spell … I need your help .

Thats why I called you here , away from prying eyes , I whispered , caressing the back of his neck , trailing soft kisses along his strong jawline .

I didnt have to fake my desire too much Goddess , this man smelled like pure sex the kind that made your womb clench .

wanted to taste him completely .

Definitely , this had to be the lust from that damn butterfly So , the spell and the butterfly … huh ? he growled , pulling me roughly against his massive , powerful body , one hand gripping my 4ss while the other tangled in my hair dark , dangerous , Intense … and sexy .

Then I suppose Ill have to do my part and satisfy your craving .

But first , you owe me several punishments , Valeria .

I tensed at his threat .

Punishments ? He unfastened my cloak , letting it fall to the ground , leaving me in just the simple dress .

Take off your panties and get on your knees on the Altar of the Goddess , he ordered dominantly , and I knew he wasnt joking .

What ?! On … On the Altar of the Goddess ?! Fake or not , this monument was sacred ! What is this horny lycan planning to do to me in front of Mother Moon ?!